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Manufacturer codeBT4000B/12
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About the Philips BT4000B/12
Philips BT4000B/12 is listed in the portable & party speakers category. The recorded specifications include connectivity technology: Wired & Wireless; bluetooth: Yes; rms rated power: 20 W. This entry covers manufacturer code BT4000B/12. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
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- Rated audio power (RMS)
- 20 W
- Connectivity technology
- Wired & Wireless
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Weight
- 1.66 g
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Philips BT4000B/12 specifications
Manufacturer code: BT4000B/12 · Icecat product 24224180 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Rated audio power (RMS) | 20 W |
|---|---|
| Connectivity technology | Wired & Wireless |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Weight | 1.66 g |
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Audio & listening3 details
| Audio channels | 2.0 channels |
|---|---|
| Number of speakers | 1 |
| Subwoofer driver diameter | 6.98 cm |
Connections & wireless4 details
| Bluetooth version | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Bluetooth range | 10 m |
| 3.5 mm connector | Yes |
Power & battery6 details
| USB charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Power source type | AC, Battery |
| USB charging | Yes |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
Design & dimensions11 details
| Product type | Stereo portable speaker |
|---|---|
| Product design | Rectangle |
| Product colour | Black |
| Width | 300 mm |
| Depth | 9.6 mm |
| Height | 16.2 mm |
| Gross weight of outer carton | 4.88 kg |
| Height (cm) outer carton | 22.5 cm |
| Net weight of outer carton | 3.78 kg |
| Tare weight outer carton | 1.1 kg |
| Width (cm) outer carton | 28 cm |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Mobile operating systems supported | Android 2.1, Android 2.2, Android 2.3, Android 3.0, Android 3.1, Android 3.2, Android 4.0, Android 4.1, Android 4.2, Android 4.3, Android 4.4 |
|---|
Further product details9 details
| Number of drivers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Driver diameter | 6.98 cm |
| AC (power) in | Yes |
| Recommended usage | Mobile phone / Smartphone |
| Amplifier | Built-in |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Length (cm) outer carton | 39.5 cm |
| Quantity outer carton | 2 pc(s) |
| Quantity | 1 |
Packaging & supplied accessories7 details
| Package width | 38.1 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 13.3 mm |
| Package height | 20.5 mm |
| Package weight | 2.22 kg |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Packaging net weight | 1.89 kg |
| Packaging tare weight | 0.33 kg |
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