MCM277 Micro Hi-Fi System Register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome User manual P001-P028_MCM277_05_Eng 1 2008.1.
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 Remove fuse cover and fuse. 3 Refit the fuse cover. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. 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 Supplied accessories ............................................ 5 Environmental Information ................................ 5 Safety Information ................................................ 5 Display track information (MP3/WMA only) ............................................... 18 Tuner Tuning to radio stations .................................... 19 Programming radio stations .............................
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Controls English Controls on the set (illustrations on page 3) 1 STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER – – – 2 – – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6 7 – – press briefly to switch the set on or off (standby/ ECO POWER); In standby or Eco Power mode: press and hold to toggle between Standby and ECO POWER mode (power-saving mode) Red indicator: lights up red when the set is switched to ECO POWER mode SOURCE selects sound source CD, USB,TUNER or AUX In standby or Eco Power mode: switches the set on and selects sound source CD, USB, TUNER
Remote control – – 1 2 3 4 5 DISPLAY TIMER SLEEP RDS/NEWS CLOCK DSC DBB 6 7 8 9 0 – AUX OPEN/CLOSE PROG REPEAT SHUFFLE CD selects CD source In standby or Eco Power mode:: switches the set on and selects CD source.
Controls Installation Placing MCM277 – adjusts the volume level – Clock/Timer: adjusts the hours and minutes # 9 CD/USB: stops playback; erase a program OPEN/CLOSE opens/closes the CD door – $ – With the detachable stand and by-packed wall mounting kit , MCM277 allows you to place it in two ways: on desktops with stand or on walls without stand.
English Installation FM wire antenna MW loop antenna Speaker (right) Speaker (left) AC power cord Rear connections Warning: – Never make or change connections with the mains supply switched on. – Install your set near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily. A Speaker connections Use the supplied speakers only. Using other speakers can damage the set or the sound quality will be negatively affected.
Installation English Or Insert the loop antenna into the slot on the set 2 3 Move the antenna in different positions for optimal reception (as far away as possible from the TV, VCR or other radiation sources) Fix the antenna’s end to the wall Connecting an additional appliance Connecting a USB device or memory card 2 3 Fit the plug of the loop antenna to AM (MW) ANTENNA as shown below Adjust the position of the antenna for optimal reception (as far away as possible from the TV, VCR or other radiation
Using AC power Connecting a non-USB device It is possible to use an additional appliance, e.g. TV, VCR or CD recorder with the set. On MCM277, you can playback music from an external source.
Preparation English Using the remote control Setting the clock IMPORTANT! After connecting MCM277 to the power supply, set the clock first. – Remove the protective plastic tab before using the remote control. – Always point the remote control directly towards IR area. Remove the plastic protective sheet Notes for remote control: – First select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (for example CD,TUNER).
Switching on/off the set and selecting functions 1 2 3 Helpful hints: – In the standby/Eco power mode, the tone, sound settings, tuner presets and the volume level (up to a maximum volume level of 20) will be retained in the set’s memory. To switch on, press STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER or SOURCE on the set (or y on the remote control) ➜ The set switches to the last source selected OR On the remote control, press the source button (e.g.
Basic Functions English Sound control DSC Digital Sound Control enables you to select predefined sound settings. ● Press DSC repeatedly to select the desired sound setting: ROCK, JAZZ, POP, CLASSIC DBB ● Press DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) once or more to switch bass enhancement on or off. ➜ DBB appears if DBB is activated Displaying the clock ● During playback, press DISPLAY/CLOCK on the remote control repeatedly to switch between the clock display and the playback display.
IMPORTANT! – Make sure that the file names of MP3 files end with .mp3. – For DRM protected WMA files, use Windows Media Player 10 (or later) for CD burning/ conversion. Visit www. microsoft.com for details about Windows Media Player and WM DRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management).
CD English Helpful hints: – If you have not organized MP3/WMA files into any albums on your disc, an album “00” will be automatically assigned for all those files.
Programming tracks 1 You may store up to 40 tracks in the desired sequence. If you like, store any track more than once. In the stop position, press PROG to start programming ➜ flashes ➜ Audio CD: Display shows PROG and current track number MP3/WMA: Display shows current album/ track number English CD Helpful hints: – The set will return to the stop position if no button is pressed within 90 seconds. disappears. To resume programming, press PROG. – MP3/WMA: When playing a program, use of 3 / 4 are void.
CD English Different play modes: REPEAT, SHUFFLE REPEAT TRACK– plays the current track continuously REPEAT ALL– plays the entire disc/program continuously SHUFFLE – plays all the tracks in random order 1 During playback, press once or more REPEAT or SHUFFLE to select play modes 2 To return to normal playback, press REPEAT or SHUFFLE repeatedly until the various modes are no longer displayed Helpful hints: – In the shuffle mode, press ¢ to select tracks.
1 2 Tuning to radio stations Programming radio stations Press SOURCE once or more to select TUNER (or TUNER on the remote control) Press TUNER on the remote control repeatedly to select your desired waveband, FM or MW ➜ Display shows: , radio station frequency, waveband and if programmed, a preset number You can store up to a total of 40 radio stations (FM and MW) in the memory, manually or automatically (Autostore).
Tuner English 1 2 RDS Automatic clock setting via RDS The feature RDS (Radio Data System) is a service that allows FM stations to send additional information along with the regular FM radio signal. When you are receiving an RDS station, and the station name are displayed. When the set is on, the clock can be automatically set by a time signal broadcast together with the RDS signal. This only works if the RDS station is sending this time signal.
Using a USB mass storage device By connecting a USB mass storage device to the Hi-Fi system, you can enjoy the device’s stored music through the powerful speakers of Hi-Fi system. Playing a USB mass storage device Compatible USB mass storage devices With the Hi-Fi system, you can use – USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB1.1) – USB flash players (USB 2.0 or USB1.
USB English 1 2 AUX Check the USB device has been properly connected.
SLEEP Setting the timer The set can be used as an alarm clock, whereby the selected source (CD, TUNER or USB) star ts playback at a preset time. Make sure the clock is set before using the timer. 1 Press and hold TIMER on the remote control until SET TIMER appears ➜ flashes.
Specifications English AMPLIFIER Output power .......................................... 2 x 5 W RMS ............................................................ 10 W + 10 W MPO Signal-to-noise ratio ....................................... ≥ 75 dBA Frequency response ........ 50 – 20,000 Hz, ± 3 dB Input sensitivity AUX ....................... 0.5 V (max. 2 V) Impedance loudspeakers ..................................... ≥ 4 Ω Impedance headphones .................... 32 Ω -1000 Ω ..........................
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 Philips for help. Problem Solution “NO DISC” is displayed. ✔ Insert a disc. ✔ Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.
Troubleshooting English The remote control does not function properly. ✔ Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ before pressing the function button (ÉÅ,4 , ¢). Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. Insert the battery with its polarities (+/– signs) aligned as indicated. Replace the battery. Point the remote control directly toward IR sensor on the front of the system. The timer is not working. ✔ Check the set is switched off ✔ Set the clock correctly.
How to mount your MCM277 onto walls Mounting your MCM277 1 IMPORTANT! – The wall mounting instructions are for the use of the qualified wall mounting person only! – Ask a qualified person to help you with the wall mounting, which includes drilling holes on the wall and mounting the set onto walls. What’s in the supplied mounting kits Align the template in the chosen location on a wall. Use a pencil to mark the drilling positions (as shown) 140 mm (5.51") 2 3 140 mm (5.
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