Introduction of Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510

The Philips Wake-up Light helps you wake up more pleasantly. Thirty minutes before the set wake up time, the light intensity of the lamp gradually increases to the set level. The light gently prepares your body for waking up at the set time. To make waking up an even more pleasant experience, you can use natural wake-up sounds or the FM radio to wake up to.  

Detailed Specifications

The Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 is a unique alarm clock that uses light therapy to wake you up naturally. Here are its key features: 

• Clinically proven light therapy with a 300 lux LED light 
• Choice of two natural wake-up sounds or your own favorite FM radio station 
• Tap-to-snooze function and 9-minute snooze interval 
• Sunrise simulation of 20, 30 or 40 minutes 
• Sunset simulation of 20 minutes 
• Clinically proven to improve your mood and energy levels 
• Power backup and battery backup for clock and light settings 
• Dimensions: 7.4 x 6.3 x 5.5 inches 
  Weight: 1.65 pounds

What’s in the box

The effects of the Wake-up Light
The Philips Wake-up Light gently prepares your body for waking up during the last 30 minutes of sleep. In the early morning hours our eyes are more sensitive to light than when we are awake. During that period the relatively low light levels of a simulated natural sunrise prepare our body for waking up and getting alert. People who use the Wake-up Light wake up more easily, have a better overall mood in the morning and feel more energetic. Because the sensitivity to light differs per person, you can set the light intensity of your Wake-up Light to a level that matches your light sensitivity for an optimal start of the day.

Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 Icon explanation

Overview

Navigating through the menu

1. Press the MENU button to enter the menu
2. Press the + or – button to select a menu setting

3. Press SELECT to confirm

   

Note: To exit the menu, either press the MENU button or wait for 30 seconds.

First use placing the Wake-up light

Place the Wake-up Light 16-20in/40-50cm from your head, for example on a bedside table.

First use setting the clock time

You have to set the clock time when you plug in the appliance for the first time and when there has been a power failure.

Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 Description

The Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 is a revolutionary product that uses light therapy to wake you up gradually and gently, instead of the harsh sound of a traditional alarm clock. It simulates the sunrise by gradually increasing the light intensity over a period of 20, 30 or 40 minutes, depending on your preference. This helps your body to wake up naturally and feel more refreshed and energized. In addition to the sunrise simulation, the Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 also offers a choice of two natural wake-up sounds or your own favorite FM radio station. The tap-to-snooze function allows you to snooze for an additional 9 minutes by tapping the light, while the sunset simulation of 20 minutes helps you to relax and fall asleep more easily.

Setting your wake-up profile

When you set your wake-up profile, you set the wake-up time (steps 1 – 6), the light intensity (steps 7 and 8) and the sound level (steps 9 and 10) you want to wake up to. 

Note: Because the sensitivity to light differs per person, you may have to experiment with different settings for a few days to find your optimal level.

Setting your wake-up sound

You can use natural wake-up sounds or the FM radio as a wake-up sound. The Wake-up Light has three built-in natural sounds.

Adjusting the clock time

To set the clock time, choose between a 12-hour and a 24-hour clock and then adjust the time.

Switching the lamp on/off

Press the lamp on/off button to switch on the lamp and use it as a bedside lamp. You can adjust the light intensity by pressing the + and – buttons. To switch off the lamp, press the lamp on/off button again.

Switching the FM radio on/off

Press the FM on/off button to switch on the FM radio.

Note: To scan radio frequencies automatically, press and hold the menu - or + button for approx. 2 seconds.

Switching the alarm on/off

Press the alarm button if you want to switch the alarm on or off. The corresponding icon appears on the display when you switch on the alarm. It dissappears when you switch off the alarm. When you switch on the alarm, the hour indication starts to flash. If necessary, you can now adjust the alarm time. 

Note: If you want to adjust the light level or volume to wake up to, you have to use the menu. See chapter ‘Setting your wake-up profile’. 

Snoozing

When the alarm sound is played at the set time, you can press the SNOOZE button to snooze for a while. The lamp stays on, but the alarm sound stops.  After 9 minutes, the alarm sound is played again automatically.

• The alarm icon flashes on the display when the alarm is snoozed. 
• If you press either the ‘FM’ button, the ‘Fall asleep’ button or the ‘MENU’ button while the alarm sound is playing, the alarm stops and is not snoozed. If you press the ‘Alarm’ button while the alarm sound is playing, you disable the alarm function. The alarm icon disappears from the display. To reactivate alarm function, press the ‘Alarm’ button again.

Setting the display contrast

You can adjust the display contrast from level 1 to level 4. Choose a level that is optimal for you to see the display at night. Press the display contrast button several times to adjust the display contrast level.

Fall asleep

Press the fall asleep button when you want the light and/or the sound of the Wake-up Light to stay on and dim gradually during a set period of time (5 to 60 minutes) before you go to sleep. The lamp and/or sound switch off automatically after the set time. 

1. Press the fall asleep button to switch on the fall asleep function. 
2. The set fall asleep time appears on the display.

3. Press the + or – button to adjust the time (5 to 60 minutes).

   

To switch off the fall asleep function, press the fall asleep button again. The fall asleep icon disappears from the display.

Note: If you press the fall asleep button when neither the lamp nor the FM function is on, the lamp goes on and will dim gradually.

Demonstration mode

If you want a quick demonstration (90 seconds) of the gradually increasing light intensity and sound level, switch on the test function of the appliance.

1. Press and hold the alarm button for at least 3 seconds.
2. The appliance starts the demonstration of the alarm.

3. To switch off the demonstration, press and hold the previously pressed alarm button for 3 seconds again.

   

Audio feedback
When you press a menu button, you hear a click. If you do not want to hear clicks when you press a button, press and hold the FM button for 5 seconds to switch off the audio feedback. You hear one click as a confirmation. To activate, press and hold the FM button again. You hear two clicks to confirm that the audio feedback is activated.
Button backlight
The menu buttons have a backlight to help you to find the buttons. If you move your fingers close to the buttons, the backlight lights up. If you don’t press the button, the backlight goes out after a few seconds.

Storage

• Clean the appliance with a soft cloth.
• If the appliance will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the power cord from the wall outlet and store the appliance in a safe, dry location where it will not be crushed, banged, or subject to damage.
• Do not wrap the power cord around the appliance when storing it.

Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 Troubleshooting

Full Two-Year Warranty

Philips Electronics North America Corporation (USA) and Philips Electronics Ltd (Canada) warrant each new Philips product, model HF3510 against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, and agree to repair or replace any defective product without charge. 

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Clinically proven to improve your mood and energy levels 
• Gradual and gentle wake-up process 
• Choice of natural wake-up sounds or your own FM radio station 
• Tap-to-snooze function and 9-minute snooze interval 
• Sunset simulation for easier sleep 
• Power and battery backup for clock and light settings

 Cons

• Higher price point compared to traditional alarm clocks 
• May not be effective for deep sleepers 
• The light intensity may not be strong enough for some users 
• The sunset simulation may be too short for some users

Customer Reviews about Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510

Customers who have purchased the Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock HF3510 have reported positive results, with many praising its gentle and effective wake-up process. However, some users have noted that the light intensity may not be strong enough for their preference, and that the sunset simulation may be too short for them to fully benefit from it.