Philips DC390 Dual Dock Clock Radio with Remote
Philips DC390 Dual Dock Clock Radio with Remote
Product Information
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Overview
The Philips DC390 dual docking clock radio delivers surprisingly rich, deep sound in a stylish and attractive brushed aluminium finish. Plus it lets you charge two devices—iPhone, iPad, or iPod—simultaneously
Wake up your way
Dual alarms let you set different times for weekdays and weekends, or even vary the alarm settings for more than one person. The gentle wake up feature gradually increases alarm volume, and allows you to wake to your favorite music, radio station, or buzzer alarm.
Great sound and convenience
The Digital Sound Control and Dynamic Bass Boost features combine to provide sound performance that rivals much larger audio systems. The smartly designed spring-loaded docking port allows you to effortlessly dock your iPod, iPhone, or iPad, even in a protective case. And when you connect and dock your device, the DC390 automatically synchronises the clock with it within a few seconds. So you never need to set the time manually.
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Highlights
- Play your iPod/iPhone/iPad and charge two devices at once
- FM stereo tuner with 20 station presets
- Dual Alarms with Gentle Wake feature and sleep timer
- Full-function wireless remote control
- 10 watts RMS total output power
- Digital Sound Control offers a choice of preset EQ settings
- Dynamic Bass Boost for great sound at all listening levels
- Aux-in for easy connection of other electronic devices
- Auto clock synchronisation with iPod/iPhone/iPad when docked
- Neodymium speaker driver for rich and clear sound
- Battery backup (battery not included)
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Did you notice?
The two spring-loaded docking ports let you easily dock two of your Apple devices, even if they're in protective cases. -
Apple Recommends For
Keep two iPhone, iPod, or iPad devices charged—while listening and waking to the music on one of them. -
What's in the Box?
- Philips DC390 Docking Clock Radio
- Wireless remote control
- Aux-in cable
- User manual
- Quick start guide
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Tech Specs
- Height : 4.5 in./11.4 cm
- Width : 10.3 in./26.3 cm
- Weight : 3.1 lb./1.9 kg
- Length : 6.5 in./16.5 cm
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Manufacturer Information
Part Number
- Mfr. Part Number : DC390/37
- UPC or EAN No. : 8712581619237
Non-Apple Branded products / Third Party Products
- Note : Apple's One Year Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Non-Apple branded products may have the benefit of a manufacturer's warranty provided by the product manufacturer - Please see your product box and literature for details. Rights under the product manufacturer's warranty are in addition, and not instead of, any rights that you have under consumer protection laws.
Compatibility
iPhone models
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iPhone
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iPhone 3G
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iPhone 3GS
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iPhone 4
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iPhone 4S
iPad models
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iPad (1st generation)
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iPad 2 (2nd generation)
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iPad (3rd generation)
iPod models
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iPod nano 1st Generation
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iPod nano 2nd Generation
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iPod nano 3rd Generation (video)
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iPod nano 4th Generation (video)
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iPod nano 5th Generation (video camera)
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iPod nano 6th Generation
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iPod touch 1st Generation
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iPod touch 2nd Generation
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iPod touch 3rd Generation
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iPod touch 4th Generation
Ratings & Reviews
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Good sound, works as advertised
I've had this unit for a week now, and have not had any of the problems mentioned by the first reviewer. It basically works as adv ertised (but see caveat below about the alarm).
Dock 1 supports an iPhone or iPod; Dock 2 supports an iPhone, iPod, or iPad. (This is all spelled out in Philips's documentation, available on their website.) My iPhone 3GS docks easily in its case, and my iPad 2 can be docked with its Smart Cover on (it can also be docked with the Smart Cover folded around to the back side). A bulkier case on an iPad might be a problem. Docking the iPad takes some practice to line up the connector just right (probably true of other iPad docks as well).
Sound is very good for a unit so compact.
I was worried about display brightness (I've found some clocks too bright to sleep when they're next to the bed), unnecessarily as it turns out. There are four settings--full, medium, dim, and off--and I can sleep fine on the dim setting. For some reason some actions make the display revert to full brightness, but it's easy enough to dim it again just before I go to bed.
One caveat: Mostly the instructions are clear, but I find the alarm settings a little confusing. When I've set the alarm to play from my iDevice, it has usually worked, but a couple of times it hasn't come on--I think there's some requirement about setting up the iPhone or iPad that isn't clearly spelled out, and which I haven't figured out yet. …- Written by Julian H from Bloomington
254 of 272 people found this useful
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Stunning Sound, Beautiful Finish, Great features!
The sound on this unit simply blew me away!!!! I was expecting a nice alarm clock radio to charge our two iPhones but was not prep ared for the amazing sound that this docking system delivered. I hope to get an iPad soon and the fact that this supports charging and playback from the iPad as well is a definite plus. I'm soooooo excited!
So the sound was the first thing that caught my attention but there were a few other great surprises as well. I was able to dock my iPhone without taking off my phone case which is a huge benefit! The most pleasant surprise though was that when I docked my iPhone, the time was automatically set on the dock. No need to fiddle with the buttons trying to figure out how to set the time, the dock will do it automatically for you.
I would definitely recommend this docking system from Philips as a must buy if looking for a dock for your iPod, iPhone or iPad. This is even more relevant for you if you share the dock with that special someone, as the dual dock and dual alarm functions will come in very handy... …- Written by Stacey-Ann B from New Rochelle
204 of 221 people found this useful
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Great Dock!
I have had the dock for about 2.5 weeks and so far, it is working great. The dock I bought from the apple store did not have an Ip ad 2 bumper (looks like it wasn older batch), but apple was able to put me in contact with someone at philips who sent one to me, which was great! On to the dock itself.
Pros:
Looks great
Sound is amazing
Docks an iphone and an ipad 2 (though making the connection is a little tricky, but I am getting better at it)
Time sync feature is nice
Remote control
Cons (why I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars):
Price (a little high)
The Ipad 2 dock connection (as I said earlier, a little tricky, but with practice it does get easier).
Overall, I am really happy with the dock and the ability to charge both my devices at once. …- Written by Ankur S from Washington
177 of 190 people found this useful
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Does not play music via Ipad!
I have just spent most of this morning in the Apple shop in The Trafford Centre with the Apple technicians trying to get this dock ing station to play music via my ipad2. All we kept getting was the error message that 'this accessory is not supported by ipad' and it wouldn't play through the speakers - we could hear the music only from the ipad2. However it would charge the ipad2 OK.
After trying two different DC390 machines and a different ipad2, from within the store, the technician announced there was nothing more he could do and offered me a refund.
I left the store empty handed and extremely disappointed.
If anyone from Apple or Philips can give me an explanation as to why this product does not perform as stated I would be interested? I am still in need of a docking station with speakers, ideally with an iphone charger (I am aware of the DC291)..
I have given this 1 star and I was not able to submit this review with no stars. …- Written by Antony S from Bury
3 of 4 people found this useful
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Prognosis Negative
This product is not good because of the low quality LED that causes the display screen to flicker.
The display is the most impo rtant feature in a product such as this. As such, it is not worth the price. …- Written by David M from Jenkintown
6 of 6 people found this useful
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Great product from Philips
I have three clock radios for over a year from Philips and I must say they performs as advertised. One of the best clock radios I have owned over the past twenty years.
PROS
- Great sound
- Very clean professional appearance
- Easy to program
- Remote control
- Battery back up
CONS
- No USB power on the unit for non Apple products
If you want a great looking clock radio that performs this is the one! …- Written by robert L from Lenexa
2 of 3 people found this useful
Questions & Answers
Answers from the community
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Does it work with the new iphone5
- Asked by Theresa R from Reseda
- 17/10/2012
Best Answer
Yes this will work with the iPhone 5 but you must use the Lighting adapter.
- Answered by Alex S from Atlanta
- 22/10/2012
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Will this work with the new iPad mini?
- Asked by Clifford R
- 2/03/2013
No answers yet
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Will the latest ipad with retina display work on this?
- Asked by Varun P
- 18/11/2012
Answer
As long as it is the iPad 3rd Gen, it's fine. It on works with the 30-pin connector and not he light ning connector. …
- Answered by Anup T
- 27/11/2012
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can you receive texts or calls when iPhone is in dock
- Asked by Carrie G from Montreal West
- 8/12/2011
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Will an iPad (3rd gen.) fit in the front and an iPhone 5 (with adapter) fit in the back?
- Asked by Thanasi C from Dallas
- 30/10/2012
Answer
The front dock is about level with the top surface of the clock, so the iPad won't fit. The iPhone 5 will, however, fit on the back with the adapter. …
- Answered by John S
- 3/11/2012
