SBCHC8540 - Ecouteur PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SBCHC8540 PHILIPS

Instructions for use

System compatibility 5

Using your FM wireless headphone system 6-8

Problem Solving 8-10

Technical Specification 10

European Regulations 11

FM Wireless Headphone System

Congratulations! You have just bought one of the most sophisticated

FM wireless headphone system.

This system implements the latest FM wireless technology, which offers you

complete freedom of movement while enjoying your favourite movie or

music.With energizing docking station, your headphone can be recharged in

ease while it is not in use.This allows your headphone to be fully charged

and always be ready for use whenever you need to enjoy a movie.

To ensure you achieve the best performance from your FM wireless

headphone system, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future

Functional overview -

Product illustrations on inside flap

9Power on/off indicator/ low battery indicator

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Important information

Please read the following instructions carefully, and retain this booklet for

future reference.All the safety and operating instructions should be read

before using the FM wireless headphone system.

•Prevent fire or shock hazard: do not expose this equipment to humidity,

rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct

• Radio equipment for wireless audio applications is not protected against

disturbance from other radio services.

• Do not use cleansing agents containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or

abrasives as they may harm the housing. Use a slightly dampened chamois

cloth to clean the housing.

• If fluid spills into the headphone system, remove the batteries

immediately and consult an authorized dealer.

• Do not use this product in damp places or close to water.

• Do not expose this product to extreme heat or direct sunlight.

• Do not disassemble the product. In the event of technical difficulties, take

it to your Philips retailer.

• Do not cover this product

• Inadequately protected or sensitive electronic equipment may be affected

by the use of this product.This interference may lead to damage to either

equipment. Please check whether or not surrounding equipment may be

affected by this product before you start using it.

• Hearing Safety! Continuous use at high volume may permanently

damage your hearing.

System compatibility

It is technically possible to use an additional number of FM wireless

headphones or Philips FM wireless speakers with a single transmitter if

– operate in the 864 MHz band

–work according to the same modulation scheme

– can detect a 19kHz pilot tone

Please consult the appliance’s electrical specification sheets for

confirmation on compatibility.

This statement is to be interpreted from a technical point of view

only and does therefore not constitute any guarantee nor obligation

whatsoever regarding the commercial availability of single

FM wireless headphones /speakers compatible with SBC HC8542.

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• Use only Philips SBC CS030/00 (/05 for UK, Ireland)

12V/200mA AC/DC adapter.

• Use only Philips’ shortened sleeve rechargeable batteries NiMH

(R03/AAA, type number: SBC HB550S, partnumber 996500015757).

• Do not use NiCd batteries or alkaline batteries as they may

damage your FM wireless headphone system.

Installing/replacing batteries

1 Unscrew and remove the left ear cushion of the headphone.

2 Insert the rechargeable batteries into the battery compartment.

Use only Philips’ shortened sleeve rechargeable batteries NiMH

(R03/AAA, type number: SBC HB550S, partnumber 996500015757).

3 Make sure the batteries are correctly inserted as indicated by the

engraved polarity symbol in the battery compartment.

Always remove the batteries from the headphone if the system will not be

used for a long period of time.

4 Put the left ear cushion back into place.

Setting up the transmitter

5 Make sure the adapter’s rated voltage indicated on the type plate

corresponds to the mains voltage supply.

6 Connect the DC power output connector of the 12 Volt/ 200mA AC/DC

adapter to the DC POWER INPUT JACK at the back of the transmitter.

7 Connect the 12 Volt/200mA AC/DC adapter to the mains socket.

Always remove the adapter from the mains socket if the transmitter will not

be used for a period of time.

Charging the headphone

8 Place the headphone onto the energizing docking station, and make sure

the charging pins of the transmitter and the charging contact of the

headphone are well aligned.

The CHARGING INDICATOR light will be on automatically indicating

charging is taking place. At the same time, the headphone will power off

automatically (i.e. POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR lights off).

When charging is finished (which takes approximately 16 hours), the green

CHARGING INDICATOR light will also be off automatically.

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• The energizing docking station does not transmit audio signal

when charging is activated.

• Before using the FM headphone for the first time, please ensure

that the batteries are fully charged for at least 16 hours.

This will guarantee a longer operating lifetime of batteries.

• This product complies with the latest safety regulations.

Please only charge the batteries with the docking station provided

(SBC HC8542) or with fully compatible charger.

9 Connect one end of the audio cable (3.5 mm stereo plug) to the

transmitter’s 3.5 mm STEREO INPUT JACK.

10 Connect the other end of the 3.5 mm stereo cable to either:

a) The headphone output of an audio source, such as TV, HiFi or PC.

Adjust the volume level of the audio source to a fixed reasonably high level;

for example 25% of the maximum level.

• In case your audio source has a 6.3mm headphone output, use the

supplied 3.5mm to 6.3mm stereo adapter plug.

• In case of certain TVs, the headphone jack output level can only

be adjusted after accessing the TV on-screen menu.

b) The line output of an audio source, such as REC OUT or LINE OUT

(with the Y-cable supplied).

• Check if the red RCA plug (right channel) is connected to the right

channel (red) of the audio source.

• Check if the white RCA plug (left channel) is connected to the left

channel (white) of the audio source.

• In case the audio source has an adjustable RCA output level,

adjust the output level to the highest acceptable undistorted level.

11 Switch on your audio source and carefully increase the volume of the

The POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR of the transmitter lights up when

signals are received.

12 Switch on the POWER ON/OFF button of the headphone.

The POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR will be switched on automatically.

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13 Press and hold the AUTO-TUNING BUTTON on the headphone for

about 1 second to tune to the correct transmission channel.

The headphone will automatically tune to the transmitter.

14 In case interference from neighbouring transmitters has occured, adjust

the transmission channel of the transmitter, then repeat step 13 to tune

the headphone to the transmitter.

15 Adjust the volume of the headphone to the desired listening level.

• Avoid adjusting the listening volume level at the audio source as

this may compromise the audio quality on too low input levels.

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below. If you are unable to

remedy a problem by following these hints, contact the helpline

(see ‘Need help?’) or consult your dealer.

Never try to open the set yourself as this will void the guarantee.

First, check all cables to ensure that they are connected correctly.

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Headphone fails No battery installed Follow step 1 to 4 of

to charge ‘Installing/replacing the batteries’

Wrong battery orientation Reposition the batteries according to

the engraved polarity symbol.

No power supply Make sure the docking station is

connected to the local mains power

supply through an adapter and follow

Charging pin of the docking station Lock the headphone in place, and

not in contact with the metal make sure the CHARGE

plate of the headphone INDICATOR light is on.

Wrong headphone orientation Reposition the headphone with

when placed onto the charging correct orientation.

No sound/ Headphone power off Push the POWER ON/OFF

distorted sound BUTTON. The POWER ON/OFF INDICATOR light turns on automatically

indicating the headphone is on.

No battery installed Follow step 1 to 4 of

‘Installing/replacing the batteries’

HC8540.qxd 15-09-2004 10:15 Pagina 8Wrong battery orientation Reposition the batteries according to

the engraved polarity symbol.

No power supply to transmitter Make sure the docking station is

connected to the local mains power

supply through an adapter and follow

Battery power running low Follow steps 5 to 7 to recharge the

Audio source not connected Make sure the audio output of your

audio source is connected to the

3.5 mm STEREO INPUT JACK of

your transmitter. Follow step 9 to 12.

Audio source is off Turn on your audio source.

Volume level set too low Adjust the volume level of your

audio source or the headphone.

Hearing Safety: Continuous use at a

high volume may permanently damage

Audio output level low In case of audio sources with

adjustable output level, adjust the

output level to a higher and

non-distorted level.

IMPORTANT: In case of certain TVs,

the headphone jack output level can

only be adjusted after accessing the TV

Headphone not tuned to Push and hold the AUTO-TUNING

the transmitter BUTTON for about 1 sec, then the

headphone will automatically search

for the best possible reception.

Interference from other 1) Alter the transmitter’s frequency

radio sources channel. Select 1 of the 3 options for

best reception.We advise you to

select channel 1 as the first option.

Next adjust the headphone’s tuning

channel as described above.

2) Move transmitter or headphone

Receiver too far away from Move closer for reception

Transmitter other than Make use of the SBC HC8542

SBC HC8542 is used transmitter provided. Some

transmitters already built into other

equipment may not be compatible

with the SBC HC8545 headphone

because of the advanced

HC8540.qxd 15-09-2004 10:15 Pagina 910 ENGLISH No sound The energizing docking station If you want to enjoy music with

(multiple does not transmit audio signal other Philips wireless headphones or

headphones or when charging is taking place. speakers which is compatible with

Philips wireless Therefore other Philips the SBC HC8542 docking station,

speaker) headphones or wireless speaker be sure to remove the SBC HC8545

cannot receive any signal, headphone from the docking station.

even if they are compatible with

the SBC HC8542 docking station.

Technical specifications*

Transmitter System: Radio Frequency (RF)

Modulation: Frequency Modulation (FM)

Radiated Output Power <10mW Effective Transmission Range Up to 100m **, omni directional

Input Level: 500 mV Power supply: 12 Volts/ 200mA DC, center positive;

(/05 for UK, Ireland)

Headphone Reception Frequency: (/00 & /05) 863MHz – 865MHz

S/N ratio: ~ 70 dB (1kHz sine wave,A-weighted)

Distortion: ≤ 2% THD Channel Separation: ≥ 30 dB Audio frequency range: 20-20,000 Hz

Power Supply: 2 x R03/AAA rechargeable batteries

(Philips, NiMH, type number:

SBC HB550S, partnumber

Battery Life Time: ~ 15 hours

*) All specifications are subject to change

**) Depending on ambient conditions

HC8540.qxd 15-09-2004 10:15 Pagina 10European Regulations

Hereby, Philips Consumer Electronics, B.U. Peripherals & Accessories,

declares that this FM wireless headphone system SBC HC8540 is in

compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions

of Directive 1999/5/EC.

This product has been designed, tested an manufactured according to the

European R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

Following this Directive, this product can be brought into service in the

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