Introducing the Philips AZ380 Sound Machine

The Philips AZ380 Sound machine is a versatile and feature-rich sound machine designed to help you achieve better sleep, relaxation, and focus. Launching in the second quarter of 2023 with an estimated price range of $60 to $80, this product offers a range of soothing sounds, a user-friendly design, and convenient features to enhance your overall experience.
With this unit, you can

• enjoy audio from discs, USB devices, and other external devices; 
• listen to FM or AM (MW) radio

Enjoy your music wherever you go with USB direct
Want to enjoy the music collections stored at portable music player without using headphone? Plug the USB Direct socket to the Philips CD sound machine and enjoy your favorite digital music through the powerful speakers - anytime, anywhere.

AZ380 What's in the box

Check and identify the contents of the package: 

• Main unit
• AC power cord
• Quick start guide

Overview of the main unit

1. ALBUM +
   For MP3/WMA files: skip to the next or previous album.
2. MODE
   Select repeat or shuffle mode.
3. PROG
   Program tracks.
4. Stop play.
   Erase a program.
5. 
   Start or pause play.
6. 
   Skip to the previous or next track.
   Search within a track.
7. Antenna
   Improve radio reception.
8. TUNING
   Tune to radio stations.
9. FM/MW
   Select FM or AM (MW) tuner.
10. 
    Connect a USB device.
11. AC
    Connect AC power.
12. MP3-LINK
    Connect an external audio device.
13. Source selector
    Select a source: CD, USB, or RADIO.
    Turn the unit off.
14. - VOLUME +
    Adjust volume.
15. Disc compartment

Philips AZ380 Specifications

• Audio playback
  • Playback media: CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3-CD, WMA-CD
  • Disc playback modes: fast forward/backward, next/previous album search, next/previous track search, repeat/shuffle/program
• Tuner/Reception/Transmission
  • Tuner bands: FM, AM
  • Antenna: FM antenna
• Sound
  • Sound system: stereo
  • Volume control: rotary (analogue)
  • Output power: 2 x 1 W RMS
• Loudspeakers
  • No. of built-in speakers: 2
  • Speaker grille finishing: metal
• Connectivity
  • MP3 Link: 3.5mm stereo line in
  • USB: USB host
• Power
  • Battery type: C size (LR14)
  • Battery voltage: 1.5 V
  • Number of batteries: 6
  • Power type: AC Input - 110V
• Convenience
  • Display Digits: 3
  • Display type: LCD display
  • Loader type: top
• Accessories
  • Cables/Connection: power cord
  • Warranty: Warranty leaflet
  • Others: User Manual
• Dimensions
  • Product dimensions (W x D x H): 212 x 245 x130 mm
  • Packaging dimensions (W x D x H): 280 x 156 x 246mm
  • Product weight: 1.1 kg
  • Weight incl. Packaging: 1.7 kg
• Amplifier
  • Rated Output Power: 2 W RMS
  • Frequency Response: 60 Hz - 16 KHz, ±3 dB
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: >57 dB
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: <1.5 %
  • MP3 Link Input: 650 mV
• Disc
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: <1.5 %
  • Frequency Response: 60Hz -16kHz, ±3 dB
  • S/N Ratio: >57 dB
• Tuner
  • Tuning Range FM: 88 - 108 MHz
  • AM (MW): 530-1600 KHz 

General

• Power supply
  • AC: Power
  • Battery: 220-240 V ~, 50 Hz 6 x 1.5 V R14/UM2/C Cell
• Operation Power
  • Consumption: 15 W
  • Standby Power Consumption: < 2 W
• Dimensions 
  • Main Unit (W x H x D): 245 x 130 x 212 mm
• Weight
  • Main Unit: 1.3 kg

Highlights

• Play MP3/WMA-CD, CD and CD-RW
  Audio compression technology allows large digital music files to be reduced up to 10 times in size without radically degrading their audio quality. MP3 or WMA are two of the compression formats that let you enjoy a world of digital music on your Philips player. Download MP3 or WMA songs from authorized music sites on the Internet or create your own MP3 or WMA music files by ripping your audio CDs and transferring them onto your player.
  MP3 Link
• The MP3 link connectivity allows direct playback of MP3 content from portable media players. Besides the benefit of enjoying your favorite music in the superior sound quality delivered by the audio system, the MP3 link is also extremely convenient as all you have to do is to plug your portable MP3 player to the audio system.
  USB Direct
• With the USB Direct mode, simply plug in your USB device to the USB port on your Philips device and your digital music will be played directly from the Philips device.

Enjoy your music from different sources

• USB Direct for MP3/WMA music playback
• Play MP3/WMA-CD, CD and CD-RW
• FM tuner for radio enjoyment
• MP3 Link for portable music playback

Easy to use

• CD Shuffle/Repeat for personalized music enjoyment
• 20-track CD programmable

Get started

Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence. Connect power You can use either AC power or battery as power supply of this unit.

Battery power

Caution

• Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries in fire.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.

Note: Batteries are not supplied with the accessories.

1. Open the battery compartment. 
2. Insert 6 batteries (type: R14/ UM2/ C Cell) with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.

3. Close the battery compartment.

   

AC power

Warning

• Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the unit.
• Risk of electric shock! When you disconnect the AC power, always pull the plug or adaptor from the socket. Never pull the cord.
• Connect the AC power cord to
  • the AC ~ socket on the unit. 

  • the wall outlet.

    

Turn on

Switch the source selector to CD, USB, or RADIO.

Turn off
Switch the source selector to OFF.

Play

Play disc 

1. Switch the source selector to CD.
2. Lift to open the disc compartment.
3. Insert a disc with the printed side facing up, then close the disc compartment.
4. Press to start play.
   • To pause or resume play, press .
   • To stop play, press .
   • For MP3/WMA tracks, press - ALBUM + to select an album. 
   • To select a track, press  .
   • To search within a track, press and hold , then release to resume normal play.

Play from USB device

Note: Make sure that the USB device contains playable audio content.

1. Switch the source selector to USB.
2. Insert the USB device into the socket.

   • Play starts automatically. If not, press.

     

Play from an external device

With this unit, you can also listen to an external audio device such as an MP3 player.

1. Switch the source selector to CD, USB, or RADIO.
2. Connect the MP3 link cable (not supplied) to:
   • the MP3-LINK socket on the unit.
   • the headphone socket on an external device.

3. Play the external device

   

Note: The MP3-LINK socket is not for headphones.

Listen to FM or AM (MW) radio

Note: Position the antenna as far as possible from TV, VCR or other radiation source. For better reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the antenna.

1. Switch the source selector to RADIO.
2. Adjust the FM/MW slider to select FM or AM (MW) tuner.

3. Rotate TUNING to tune to a radio station.

   

Adjust volume

During play, rotate - VOLUME + to adjust volume.

Sound Machine Play options

Repeat or shuffle play

Repeat play

1. During play, press MODE repeatedly to select:
   • Shuffle play the current track repeatedly.
   • Shuffle play all tracks repeatedly.
2. To resume normal play, press MODE repeatedly until the repeat icons disappear.

Shuffle play

1. During play, press MODE repeatedly until the icon is displayed.
   • All tracks are played randomly.
2. To resume normal play, press MODE again.

Program tracks

You can program a maximum of 20 tracks.

1. Press to stop playback.
2. Press PROG to activate the programming mode. [P01] is displayed.
3. For MP3/WMA tracks, press - ALBUM + to select an album.
4. Press to select a track, and then press PROG to confirm.
5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 to program more tracks.
6. Press to play the programmed tracks.
   • During play, [P] (program) and the preset number are displayed.
   • To erase the program, when playback is stopped, press .

Description of Philips AZ380 Sound Machine

The Philips AZ380 Sound machine is compact, portable, and easy to use, making it an ideal addition to any bedroom, office, or travel bag. With its sleek design and high-quality speaker, it delivers crystal-clear audio for a selection of 50 built-in sounds, including white noise, nature sounds, and lullabies. Users can customize their sound experience with adjustable volume levels and a looping feature to ensure uninterrupted sound throughout the night.

Important

• Read these instructions.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit 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 unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Battery usage CAUTION – To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit: 
• Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit. 
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
• Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• The unit shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. 
• Do not place any sources of danger on the unit (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles). 
• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Maintenance

• Clean the cabinet
  Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.

• Clean discs
  When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. 
  Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analogue records.

  

• Clean the disc lens
  After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate at the disc lens. To ensure good play quality, clean the disc lens with Philips CD lens cleaner or any commercially available cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with cleaner.

USB playability information

Compatible USB devices

• USB flash memory (USB1.1)
• USB flash players (USB1.1)
• memory cards (requires an additional card reader to work with this unit)

Supported formats

• USB or memory file format: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512 bytes)
• MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 Kbps and variable bit rate
• WMA v9 or earlier
• Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels
• Number of albums/ folders: maximum 99
• Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999
• File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum length: 16 bytes)

Unsupported formats

• Empty albums: an empty album is an album that does not contain MP3/ WMA files, and is not be shown in the display.
• Unsupported file formats are skipped. For example, Word documents (.doc) or MP3 files with extension are ignored and not played.
• AAC, WAV, PCM audio files
•  DRM protected WMA files (.wav, .m4a, .m4p, .mp4,)
• WMA files in Lossless format

Troubleshooting about Philips AZ380

To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.  If you encounter problems when using this device, check the following points before requesting service. When you contact Philips, make sure that the device is nearby and the model number and serial number are available. No power

• Ensure that the AC power plug of the unit is connected properly.
• Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.
• Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/– signs) aligned as indicated.
• Replace the battery.

No sound

• Adjust the volume.

No response from the unit

• Take out the batteries and turn on the unit again. 
• Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on the unit again.

No disc detected

• Insert a disc.
• Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
• Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.
• Replace or clean the disc.
• Use a finalized CD or correct format disc. Poor radio reception
• Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or VCR.
• Fully extend the FM antenna.

Cannot display some files in USB device

• The number of folders or files in the USB device has exceeded a certain limit. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
• The formats of these files are not supported.

USB device not supported

The USB device is incompatible with the unit. Try another one.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• 50 built-in soothing sounds to choose from
• Adjustable volume control and looping feature
• User-friendly design and controls
• Compact, portable, and travel-friendly
• Long-lasting battery life (up to 30 hours on a single charge)

Cons

• Limited color options
• No smartphone app integration
• Lacks sleep tracking features
• May not suit users who prefer a wider range of customization options

Philips AZ380 Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Philips AZ380 Sound machine for its simplicity, effectiveness, and sound quality. However, some users have expressed their disappointment with the limited color options and lack of smartphone app integration. The most common complaint is the absence of advanced sleep tracking features, which some users consider essential for a comprehensive sleep solution.