Contents Important Safety Notice Your Docking Speaker Introduction What’s in the box Overview of the main unit Overview of the remote control Get started Prepare the remote control Connect power Turn on Play Play from iPod/iPhone/iPad Play from Bluetooth device Play from an external device Adjust volume level Mute sound...
1 Important Safety Important Safety Instructions a Read these instructions. b Keep these instructions. c Heed all warnings. d Follow all instructions. e Do not use this apparatus near water. f Clean only with dry cloth. g Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
m Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Ensure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the apparatus from the power. Notice Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community.
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Recycling Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When you see the crossed-out wheel bin symbol attached to a product, it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC: Never dispose of your product with other household waste.
2 Your Docking Speaker Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips. com/welcome. Introduction With this unit, you can enjoy audio from the iPod/iPhone/iPad and other audio devices. What’s in the box Check and identify the contents of your package: •...
c iPod/iPhone/iPad dock • Adjust volume. e Built-in battery LED indicator f Power supply socket g AUX IN • Jack for an external audio device. Overview of the remote control • Mute volume. • Select Bluetooth mode • Pair with Bluetooth device. •...
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• Start or pause play. VOL +/- • Adjust volume. MENU • Access the iPod/iPhone/iPad menu. • Confirm a selection. • Select iPod/iPhone/iPad dock mode...
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence. If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of this apparatus. The model number and serial number are on the bottom of the apparatus.
Note • Before pressing any function button on the remote control, first select the correct source with the remote control instead of the main unit. • If you are not going to use the remote control for a long time, remove the battery. Connect power Caution • Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the bottom of the unit.
Built-in Battery Note • Always bring your product to a professional to remove the built-in battery. Caution • Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. The unit can also operate on built-in rechargeable battery. Battery power Medium Full...
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When user approaches the unit, light LED under volume button on » the main unit turns on automatically. Switch to ECO standby The unit switches to standby mode automatically, when: • In DOCK mode: the iPod/iPhone is disconnected from the unit. •...
4 Play Play from iPod/iPhone/iPad You can enjoy audio from iPod/iPhone/iPad through this unit. Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad Apple iPod, iPhone and iPad models with a 30-pin dock connector. Made for : • iPod (5th generation) • iPod nano (1st generation) • iPod nano (2nd generation) •...
Press and hold for 3 seconds to start pairing. LED under button on the main unit flashes rapidly. » Turn on Bluetooth function on your device. Search for Bluetooth devices that can pair with your device. When “PHILIPS DC8550” displays, select it to start connection. MENU, then press up/down keysto...
If the pairing cannot be completed within one minute, » off. • If your Bluetooth device is already paired with DS8550 before, you just need to find out the “PHILIPS DS8550” on your Bluetooth menu, then confirm the connection. To disconnect Bluetooth Turn off the connected device or move it beyond the communication range. LED turns off. » Play audio files from bluetooth devices Note •...
5 Product information Note • Product information is subject to change without prior notice. Specifications Amplifier Rated Output Power Signal to Noise Ratio Aux-in Link General information AC power (power adaptor) Operation Power Consumption ECO Standby Power Consumption Dimensions - Main Unit (W x H x D) Weight - Main Unit Bluetooth...
If you encounter problems when using this apparatus, check the following points before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips web site (www.philips.com/welcome). When you contact Philips, ensure that the apparatus is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.
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• The system is not in the pairing mode. • The system is already connected with another Bluetooth-enabled device. Disconnect that device or all other connected devices and then try again. The paired device connects and disconnects constantly. • The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to the system or remove any obstacle between the device and the system.
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