Key facts
- Brand
- Philips
- Model
- DC200
- Category
- Hi-Fi
- Industry
- Appliances
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-03-27
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Philips DC200 Docking Entertainment System Quick Start Guide
This guide walks you through the basic setup of the Philips DC200 Docking Entertainment System. It explains how to connect the supplied 9 V DC mains adapter, power the unit, and register the product for support.
It then covers everyday functions such as setting the clock and alarm, selecting alarm modes (nature sounds, tuner, iPod/USB), tuning radio stations, and playing music from an Apple iPod or a USB mass‑storage device. Multilingual instructions are provided for several European languages.
Philips DC200 specifications
| Power Input | 100‑240 V ~ 50/60 Hz 0.7 A |
|---|---|
| Power Output | 9 V 1.56 A |
| Maximum FM Presets | 20 stations |
| Maximum Audio Files on USB | 999 files |
| Supported USB File System | FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 |
All Philips DC200 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I set the clock and alarm time on the DC200?
Press and hold SET TIME or 1 ALM/2 ALM until the hour digits flash, then press and hold ∞ § to adjust the time and confirm with SET TIME or 1 ALM/2 ALM.
From: Philips DC200 Docking Entertainment System Quick Start Guide
What are the ways to switch off the alarm?
You can briefly press POWER 2 or REPEAT ALARM/BRIGHTNESS CONTROL, or press 1 ALM, or press 2 ALM.
From: Philips DC200 Docking Entertainment System Quick Start Guide
How do I set the clock on the DC200?
In standby mode, press and hold PROG/SET TIME until the clock digits flash, then use the ± buttons to adjust hours and minutes and press PROG/SET TIME to confirm.
How can I connect an iPod to the DC200?
Remove the top cover of the dock, snap the compatible iPod into the dock connector, and press SOURCE repeatedly to switch to iPod mode; the display will show “iPod”.
How can I tune the radio to a desired station?
Press SOURCE to turn on the radio, then repeatedly press the tuning button until the desired station is reached.
How do I play music from an iPod?
Insert a compatible iPod into the dock adapter, then repeatedly press SOURCE to select iPod mode; playback starts automatically.
