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Important notes for users in the U.K. Mains plug This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: 1 2 3 Remove fuse cover and fuse. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. Refit the fuse cover. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should have a value of 3 Amp.
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Contents English General Information External sources Supplied accessories ............................................ 5 Environmental information ................................ 5 Safety information ................................................ 5 Listening to external source ............................ 14 Preparation Rear connections ................................................. 6 Optional connection ........................................... 7 Inserting batteries into the remote control ..
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benifit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Union. Supplied accessories – 2 speaker boxes – remote control Environmental Information All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
Preparations English speaker (right) speaker (left) B Speakers Connection Rear connections The type plate is located at the back of the system. A Power Before connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet, ensure that all other connections have been made. WARNING! – For optimal performance, use only the original power cable. – Never make or change any connections with the power switched on. To avoid overheating of the system, a safety circuit has been built in.
Optional connection The optional equipment and connecting cords are not supplied. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details. English Preparations Inserting batteries into the remote control Insert two batteries type R03 or AAA into the remote control with the correct polarity as indicated by the “+”and“-” symbols inside the battery compartment.
Controls (illustrations on page 3) English Controls on the system and remote control 1 LCD Display – ^n – connect headphones. & Tape Deck Operation RECORD 0 ....... starts recording. PLAY 2 ................. starts playback. REW à /F.FWD á fast rewinds/ forwards the tape. STOP•OPEN 9/ stops the tape; opens the tape compartment. PAUSEÅ ............ pauses recording or playback. shows the status of the system. 2 iR SENSOR – infrared sensor for remote control. 3 PROGRAM (PROG) 4 – for CD .............
English Basic Functions Adjusting volume and sound 1 Press VOLUME 3/4 to increase or decrease volume. ➜ Display shows the volume level UoL and a number from 0-40. 2 Press DBB to switch bass enhancement on or off. ➜ Display shows: DBB if the DBB is activated. 3 Press DSC on the remote to repeatedly to select the desired sound effect:CLASSIC,JAZZ, POP or ROCK. 4 Press MUTE on the remote control to stop sound play-back instantly. ➜ Playback will continue without sound and the display shows MUTE.
CD/MP3 Operation English 5 To pause playback press 2;. Press 2; again to resume play. ➜ The display freezes and the elapsed playing time flashes when playback is interrupted. 6 To stop disc playback, press STOP 9. Note: CD playback will also stop when; – the CD door is opened. – the disc has reached the end. – you select another source: TAPE,TUNER, AUX. – you select standby. Selecting a different track IMPORTANT: The lens of the CD player should never be touched.
Supported MP3 disc formats: – ISO9660, Joliet, UDF 1.5 – Maximum title number: 511 (depending on filename length) – Maximum album number: 99 – Supported sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz – Supported Bit-rates: 32~256 (kbps), variable bitrates Programming track numbers Programme in the STOP position to select and store your disc tracks in the desired sequence. If you like, store any track more than once. Up to 20 tracks can be stored in the memory.
Radio Reception English Tuning to radio stations 1 2 3 Adjust the source selector to select TU/AUX. Adjust the mode selector to select your desired waveband: MW or FM. ➜ is displayed. Adjust the TUNING control knob to tune to a desired radio frequency. Note: – The system is equipped with a built-in MW antenna and a fixed FM antenna. For optimal MW reception, adjust the position of the whole set until the strongest signal is found.
English Tape Operation / Recording General information on recording Tape playback 1 Adjust the source selector to select TAPE source. ➜ Display: shows TAPE throughout tape operation. 2 Press STOP•OPENÇç to open the tape door. 3 Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door. ● Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed. ● For recording, use only NORMAL (IEC type I) tapes on which the tabs have not yet been broken.
Tape Operation / Recording English To select and record a particular passage within a CD track: ● Press and hold down on REW à or F.FWD á. Release the control when you recognize the passage you want. ● To interrupt CD playback press 2; . ● Recording starts from this exact point in the track when you press RECORD 0. Recording from the radio 1 Tune to the desired radio station (see Tuning to radio stations). 2 Press STOP•OPENÇç to open the tape door.
English Clock/Timer ➜ The clock digits for the minutes flash. Setting the clock 1 In any mode, press CLOCK/TIMER twice. ➜ The clock digits for the hours flash. 4 Press TITILE-/+ ¡1 / 2™ (í/ë on the remote)to set the minutes. 2 Press TITILE-/+ ¡1 / 2™ (í/ë on the remote) to set the hours. 5 Press CLOCK/TIMER to confirm the time ➜ The timer is now set and actiated. 3 Press CLOCK/TIMER again. ➜ The clock digits for the minutes flash.
Maintenance English Cleaning the Cabinet ● Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives. Cleaning Discs ● When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out. ● Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analogue records.
WARNING Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock. If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre. Problem Solution CD OPERATION “No disc” is displayed. – Insert a disc. – Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
Troubleshooting English The remote control does not function The timer is not working. The Clock/Timer setting is erased. – Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. – Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/– signs) aligned as indicated. – Replace the batteries. – Point the remote control directly toward IR sensor on the front of the system. – Set the clock correctly. – Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer. – If a recording is in progress, stop the recording.
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