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Contents 1 Safety 2 Your car audio system Introduction What's in the box Overview of the system 3 Install the car audio system Connect wires Mount into the dashboard Attach the front panel 4 Get started For the first time use Set the time format Set the clock Select a source Select a listening zone Mute the button beep 2 3 3 3 4 7 7 8 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 11 5 Listen to radio 12 12 12 12 12 13 6 Play from a storage device 15 15 15 7 Listen to an external player 17 8 Adjust sound 18 Select a tune
1 Safety Read and understand all instructions before you use this device. If damage is caused by failure to follow instructions, the warranty does not apply. • Modification of the product could result in hazardous radiation of EMC or other unsafe operation. • The device is designed for negative ground (earth) 12 V DC operation only. • To ensure safe driving, adjust the volume to a safe and comfortable level. • Improper fuses can cause damage or fire. When you need to change the fuse, consult a professional.
2 Your car audio system 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. • • ID3 tag V2.0 or later Unsupported files: AAC, WAV, and PCM files DRM protected WMA files (.wav, .m4a, .m4p, .mp4, and .
Overview of the system a b t srq c p o d n m u a b • Unlock the front panel. • • For .wma and .mp3 tracks, press to select the previous folder. Press and hold to access the system menu. Press to select a tuner band. • Return to the previous menu. • c d LCD screen e 4 • EN Connect to a USB storage device. e l k j ih g f v f MP3-LINK • Connect to the audio output socket (usually the headphone socket) of an external device. g • • • Start, pause, or resume the play of tracks.
h • • • i • • • j • • In radio mode, press to select the preset radio station of No. 3. In radio mode, press and hold to store the current radio station at channel No. 3. For .wma and .mp3 tracks, press repeatedly to select a repeat mode: repeat the current track ([REP ONE]), repeat all tracks in the current folder ([RPT FLD]), or repeat all tracks in the storage device ([RPT ALL]). /DSP Press repeatedly to display available information about the current track.
s • • Press to enable or disable the maximum volume. Press and hold to enable or disable the DBB (dynamic bass boost) sound effect. t BAND • Press repeatedly to select a tuner band. u Slot for SD/SDHC card • Insert an SD/SDHC card. v RESET • Press to reset the system to factory default settings.
3 Install the car audio system Connect wires Note •• The ISO male connectors are not supplied. •• Make sure that all loose leads are insulated with Caution •• Use the controls only as stated in this user manual. Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence. These instructions are for a typical installation. However, if your car has different requirements, make the adjustment accordingly. If you have any question regarding installation kits, consult your local retailer. electrical tape.
2 Connect the antenna and amplifier as illustrated, if applicable. 1 Make sure that the car dashboard opening is within these measurements: m L 5m REAR R mm 53mm 183 d 1 2 3 4 c b a Sockets on rear panel External sockets or connectors For ISO male connectors REAR L REAR R ANTENNA As indicated above 2 Remove the mounting sleeve with the supplied disassembly tools.
4 Slide the unit into the sleeve until you hear a "click". 2 5 Press the left end of the front panel inwards until it is securely locked with a "click". Attach the trim plate. Detach the front panel Note •• Before you insert an SD/SDHC card or reset the system, detach the front panel. •• Before you detach the front panel, make sure that the system is turned off. 6 Reconnect the negative terminal of the car battery. 1 2 Press to release the front panel.
4 Get started Set the clock 1 For the first time use 1 2 3 Press to turn on the system. »» [PHILIPS] is displayed and then [SELECT OPERATING REGION] (select a radio region) scrolls. When one of the following options is displayed, rotate to select a radio region that matches your location.
2 Press / repeatedly to select a listening zone. Mute the button beep The beep sound of buttons is enabled by default. 1 2 3 Press and hold menu. to access the system Press / repeatedly until [BEEP ON] or [BEEP OFF] is displayed. • [BEEP ON]: Enable the beep sound of buttons. • [BEEP OFF]: Mute the beep sound of buttons. Rotate to change the setting.
5 Listen to radio Search for a radio station automatically Select a tuner region You can select a radio region that matches your location. 1 2 3 In radio mode, press and hold the system menu. to access Press / repeatedly until one of the following options is displayed.
2 3 Tune to the radio station that you want to store. Press and hold , , , , , or to store the radio station at the selected channel. • To select a stored radio station, press , , , , , or . 4 Item Program type 1 2 NEWS AFFAIRS 3 Play with RDS The RDS (Radio Data System) function operates only in areas with FM stations broadcasting RDS signals. If you tune to an RDS station, the station name is displayed. Enable the RDS function Note •• The RDS function is enabled by default.
Use alternate frequencies If the signal of an RDS station is poor, enable the AF (Alternate Frequency) function to search for another station that broadcasts the same program. 1 2 3 Press and hold menu. to access the system 2 3 Rotate to select a setting. • [AF ON]: Enable the AF function. • [AF OFF]: Disable the AF function. 2 Press and hold menu. to access the system Press / repeatedly until [REG ON] or [REG OFF] is displayed. Rotate to select a setting.
6 Play from a storage device Control play Button Function Press repeatedly to select a folder. / Pause or resume play. / Press to play the previous or next track. / Press and hold to rewind a track or search forward fast. /DISP 1 2 3 Connect a compatible USB storage device or SD/SDHC card. • For an SD/SDHC card, detach the front panel first, insert the card into the card slot, and then attach the front panel. Switch the source to [USB] or [SD/SDHC].
Switch folders for a track 1 2 3 16 Press to access the folder list. »» The name of current folder scrolls. Rotate to toggle through folders. Press to select the folder. »» The system starts playing the first track under the folder.
7 Listen to an external player You can use the system to amplify the audio input from an external player, for example, MP3 player. MP3-LINK 1 2 3 Switch the source to [MP3--LINK]. Connect an MP3 link cable to • the MP3-LINK socket on the system, and • the audio output socket (usually the headphone socket) on the external player. Play the external player.
8 Adjust sound The following operations are applicable to all supported media. Button Function Rotate to increase or decrease the volume level. Press to mute the speakers or release them from mute status. Press to enable or disable the maximum volume. Press and hold to enable or disable the Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) effect. Press repeatedly to select a sound equalizer. 1 Press and hold to activate the setup of customized sound equalizer.
9 Additional information 3 Insert a new fuse with the same specifications (15 A). L REAR R Reset the system If the system works abnormally, reset the system to factory default settings. Note •• If the fuse gets damaged immediately after it is replaced, an internal malfunction may occur. In such case, consult your retailer. 1 2 Detach the front panel. Press the RESET button with the tip of a ball-point pen or toothpick. »» All settings are reset to factory default.
10 Product Information Note •• Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. General Power supply Fuse Suitable speaker impedance Maximum power output Continuous power output Pre-Amp output voltage Aux-in level Dimensions - Main unit (W x H x D) Weight - Main unit 12 V DC (11 V - 16 V), negative ground 15 A 4-8 50 W x 4 channels 22 W x 4 RMS (4 10% T.H.D.) 2.5 V 500 mV 188 X 58 X 110 mm 0.
11 Troubleshooting Warning •• Never remove the casing of this product. To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the product yourself. If you encounter problems when using this product, check the following points before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips Web page (www. philips.com/support). When you contact the Consumer Care, make sure that the product is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.
12 Notice Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by WOOX Innovations may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Care of the environment Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means that the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/ EC.
13 Glossary M MP3 A file format with a sound data compression system. MP3 is the abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. S SD Secure Digital. A type of memory card with a flash memory. SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) is a type of flash memory card based on the SDA 2.00 specification. The SDA 2.00 specification enables SD cards to reach higher capacities from 4GB to 32GB, and growing.
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