MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 1 Wireless PC Link Micro MCW770 MCW770 Custom Installation Contents Manual installation of the driver for the wireless USB adapter, the Philips Media Manager software and the network setup ___________ 2 Installation of an additional audio system or recovery if audio system PC link settings are lost ________ 3–4 Installation of an additional PC server or recovery of PC link settings on your PC __________________ 4–5 Integration of MC W770 into an existing (home) network
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 2 Custom Installation Wireless PC link English Custom installation Beside the Quick installation there are also Custom installation menus for setting up more complex configurations.
8/23/01 15:34 Wireless PC link Page 3 Custom Installation English MC W770/eng Installation of an additional audio system or recovery if audio system PC link settings are lost If you want to add an additional MC W770 or an equivalent audio system into your existing MC W770 network, you can connect them to the same PC server without changing the settings of the current PC link installation.This procedure can also be used when the PC link settings have been lost on the audio set.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 4 Custom Installation Wireless PC link English 4 Press PC LINK A on the additional audio system for at least 5 seconds until INSTALLING is scrolled on the set. The set searches for a connection to the PC.This can require up to about a minute.When the connection is established, Next is activated. ➜ Note: If the additional audio system is not an MC W770, please look at the user manual of the device on how to enter the installation mode. Click on Next.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Wireless PC link Page 5 Custom Installation English 3 If you have clicked on No or the driver installation is finished, the Philips Media Manager Software will be installed.Then the PC is rebooted and PC configurations are checked. Finally the following window will appear: 4 Press PC LINK A on the audio system for at least 5 seconds until INSTALLING is scrolled on the set. The set searches for a connection to the PC.This can require up to about a minute.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 6 Custom Installation Wireless PC link English Integration of MC W770 into an existing (home) network You can also install the MC W770 in any other, perhaps existing network, which is compliant to the Wi-Fi or IEEE802.11b,g rules.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Wireless PC link ➜ Custom Installation The PC checks the PC link configuration and, depending on the PC configuration, the following window will appear: English 3 Page 7 Following the procedure will not change your PC link settings. Click on Next. 4 ➜ The following window appears: Tick the option Do not perform automatic setup and then click on Next.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 8 Custom Installation English 5 ➜ Wireless PC link The installation procedure configures your network settings. Afterwards the following window appears: 6 Press PC LINK A on your MC W770 for at least 5 seconds until INSTALLING is scrolled on the set. The set searches for a connection to the PC.This can require up to about a minute.When the connection is established, Next is activated.Click on Next. ➜ 7 ➜ The PC will read out the network configurations.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Wireless PC link Custom Installation ➜ If you have selected edit, the following window appears. English 8 Page 9 Enter your wireless settings and click on OK.Then click on Save in the previous window. It is recommended to use WEP keys encryption for network security reasons.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 10 Wireless PC link English Network utilities Check connection Perform a quick check of your wireless PC link connection. Change of USB port using the MC W770 The installation of the MC W770 is optimised for the USB port used during installation. Therefore the supplied wireless USB adapter should be connected only to this specific USB port.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 11 Wireless PC link ➜ The network settings are reconfigured and the following window will appear: English 3 4 Press PC LINK A on your MC W770 for at least 5 seconds until INSTALLING is scrolled on the set. The set searches for a connection to the PC.This can require up to about a minute.When the connection is established, Next is activated.Click on Next. ➜ 5 ➜ The PC will connect to your MC W770 and read out the presets and update your installation.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 12 Wireless PC link English Change of the wireless channel The wireless PC link uses the worldwide standardised so-called 2.4GHz ISM band.The wireless PC link can use different transmission channels and it might be necessary to change to another channel in order to optimise link quality. 1 Enter Network Utilities, select Change transmission channel and click on Start.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 13 4 Press PC LINK A on your MC W770 for at least 5 seconds until INSTALLING is scrolled on the set. The set searches for a connection to the PC.This can require up to about a minute.When the connection is established, Next is activated. Click on Next. ➜ 5 ➜ The following window for selecting a channel will appear: Select a random channel.We recommend using channel 1, 6, or 11. In any case the new selected channel should be different from the current setting.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 14 Wireless PC link English Using a different wireless network adapter The following steps describe how you can use a wireless network adapter different to the one bypacked with the MC W770 to set up the MC W770 with that adapter.Your network adapter should be installed already, connected to the PC and ready for wireless function. Nevertheless please note that a proper function cannot be guaranteed by using a different network adapter.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 15 Wireless PC link ➜ The network setup programme starts. This will first look for the installed wireless USB adapter which was delivered with the set. If this adapter is not found, the following window appears: English 3 4 You have to set up the installation network for the MC W770 with your network adapter.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 16 Wireless PC link English 7 ➜ Set in the Properties window of your network adapter the option Obtain an IP address automatically. Click on OK. ➜ In Windows XP: under Properties select the Wireless Networks tab and deselect the option Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings. Click on OK. 8 Your wireless network adapter is now ready for installation with the MC W770.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 17 10 Press PC LINK A on your MC W770 for at least 5 seconds until INSTALLING is scrolled on the set. 11 Press HOME on your MC W770 for at least 2 seconds until EXPERT INSTALL is scrolled on the set. 12 Click on Next in the network setup programme on your PC. 13 ➜ The network setup programme now searches for the MC W770 and reads out the current network configurations from your set.The following window will appear.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Wireless PC link English 14 ➜ The following window appears. Enter the network parameter of your network and click on OK.Then click on Save in the previous window. It is recommended to use WEP keys encryption for network security reasons. 15 ➜ The following window appears: The network parameter will be transferred now to the MC W770 and stored as one network configuration in the set.
MC W770/eng 8/23/01 15:34 Page 19 Wireless PC link English 16 ➜ The new network settings are stored in the MC W770 and ready for using in normal operation of the set.The following window appears: Click on Exit to close the network setup programme on the PC. 17 The MC W770 will automatically exit the Expert Install mode and will go into normal operation. It will setup a network for normal operation.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 1 MCW770 Wireless PC Link Micro THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING PHILIPS! NEED HELP FAST? Read your Quick-Use guide and/or owner's manual first for quick tips that make using your Philips product more enjoyable. If you have read your instructions and still need assistance, you may access our online help at www.p4c.philips.com or call 1-888-PHILIPS(744-5477) while with your product.
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MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 4 Canada English: (Canadian ICES-003) This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 5 English ___________________________________ 8 English Français ________________________________ 41 Français Español _________________________________ 79 Español Index CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation. DANGER Invisible laser radiation when open. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 6 The set complies with the FCCRules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. – Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 12. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 10 Technical data / General information English Technical data Subject to modification without notice. General AC Power ______________ 120V / 60 Hz Power consumption Active ______________________ 55 W Standby ___________________ < 10 W Eco Power Standby _________ < 0.5 W Dimensions, w × h × d ________ 175 × 285 × 340 mm 6.9 × 11.2 × 13.4 inches Weight (without speakers) __ 5.5 kg, 8.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 11 English General information Environmental information Disc handling All redundant packing material has been omitted.We have done our utmost to make the packaging easily separable into three mono materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet). To take a disc out of its box easily, press the centre spindle while lifting it. After use, always take the disc out of the unit and store it in the disc case.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 12 Remote control English Remote control usage Remote control keys 1 CD TUNER AUX PC LINK 2 3 CD1 CD3 CD2 4 CD5 CD4 VOL 1 Open the battery compartment of the remote control and insert 2 alkaline batteries, type AA (R06, UM-3). 5 ALBUM BROWSE 6 7 8 2 Close the battery compartment. Do not use old and new or different types of batteries in combination. Remove batteries if they are empty or if the remote control will not be used for a long time.
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MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 14 Controls and connections English 09 6 7 8 ! @ # $ 5 4 3 2 % ^ 1 6 ≤£™ ¡ ) ( * & On the back 1 SPEAKERS 6 Ω L/R connect to the supplied speakers 2 AC MAINS ~ After all other connections have been made, connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 15 0 iR sensor for the infrared remote control Note: Always point the remote control towards this sensor.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 16 Installation English Warning: Never make or change connections with the power supply switched on. 2 Fit the plug of the loop antenna to AM ANTENNA as shown below. Speaker connections Use the supplied speakers only. Using other speakers can damage the unit or the sound quality will be negatively affected.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 17 Installing a PC server Power See chapter Wireless PC Link “Quick installation”. The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Connecting an additional appliance It is possible to use an additional appliance, e.g.TV,VCR or CD recorder with the unit. You can choose between high level input sensitivity (e.g. for a connected TV or VCR) and low level input sensitivity (e.g. for a connected CD recorder).
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 18 Wireless PC link playback English IMPORTANT ! For preparation, please refer to the “Wireless PC Link Quick Installation” and www.philips.com/support. However, if you switch from one PC server to another, the first track will be selected. 0 PC LINK function PC LINK enables you to playback your music collection from the PC via the set. Before playback can be started the connection to an installed network/server must be started.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 19 Track navigation and playback (See illustration on page 4, User manual) For easier finding of a desired track you can navigate as follows: BROWSE -: goes down one level BROWSE +: goes up one level 4: skips to the previous item on the same level ¢: skips to the next item on the same level 1 Press BROWSE+ or BROWSE repeatedly to select the desired level. ➜ The selected level (e.g. ALBUM) and the name of the selected item (e.g. first album name) are displayed.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 20 Basic functions English Switching on, switching to standby CD TUNER CD1 AUX Demonstration mode The demonstration mode displays various features of the unit.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 21 Setting the clock Displaying the clock This function shows the set time. VOL ● ALBUM BROWSE Note: If you press a button during the clock display that changes the display, the information related to the pressed button will be shown briefly. Afterwards the clock will be displayed again.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 22 Basic functions English Volume control Sound control In order to reach an optimal sound, you can adjust only one of the following sound controls at a time: DSC or VEC. Volume adjustment CD TUNER CD1 AUX PC LINK DSC Digital Sound Control enables you to select predefined sound settings.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 23 Playable discs English Playback Loading discs For playback on this unit you can use the following discs (logos shown below): – All pre-recorded audio CDs – All finalised audio CDR and CDRW discs 1 Press OPEN/CLOSE / on the unit. ➜ CD and SELECT DISC are displayed. 2 Press one of the disc keys (DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4, or DISC 5) on the unit to select the desired disc tray to be opened.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 24 Playback English 2 Press ÉÅ to start playback. Playing discs ➜ Direct selection and playback of one particular disc CD TUNER CD1 AUX PC LINK ➜ CD3 CD2 CD5 CD4 To stop playback VOL ● Press one of the disc keys DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4, or DISC 5 on the unit or CD 1, CD 2, CD 3, CD 4, or CD 5 on the remote control to start playback of the desired disc in the selected tray.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 25 Selecting and searching Additional selecting and searching (on MP3-CDs only) Selecting a track when playback is stopped Selecting an album when playback is stopped ALBUM BROWSE ALBUM BROWSE 1 Press 4 or ¢ repeatedly to skip to the desired track number. ● Press ALBUM 5 or ALBUM ∞ repeatedly to find the album number you wish to select. ➜ CD 1 (or 2, 3, 4, 5), the album name, followed by the artist name and track name are scrolled.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 26 Playback features English Album and track name display (on MP3-CDs only) 2 Playback starts in the chosen mode. 3 To return to normal playback, press REPEAT on the remote control repeatedly until OFF is displayed. Notes: Not all REPEAT modes are possible during SHUFFLE or while playing a program. Pressing OPEN/CLOSE / also cancels the REPEAT mode.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 27 Programming track numbers Programming tracks is possible when playback is stopped.You can select up to 99 tracks (also MP3 tracks) and store them in the memory. Programming is possible from the current selected disc only.Therefore you cannot combine MP3 tracks and audio tracks or tracks from more than one CD. CD TUNER CD1 AUX 4 Press 4 or ¢ repeatedly to select the desired track.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 28 Tuner English Tuning to radio stations CD TUNER CD1 AUX PC LINK CD3 CD2 CD5 CD4 VOL ALBUM BROWSE Storing radio stations You can store up to 40 radio stations in the memory, starting from FM and followed by AM wavebands. Stations can be stored automatically or manually, or by using the “Plug and Play” function. If no button is pressed within 20 seconds the unit will exit from the storing mode.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 29 Storing by automatic programming You can start the automatic programming from a selected preset number. If no preset number is selected, automatic programming will start at preset number 1 and all your former presets will be overridden. 1 Press SOURCE on the unit repeatedly or Storing by manual programming You can use manual programming to store your favourite radio stations only. 1 Tune to your desired radio station (see “Tuning to radio stations”).
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 30 Timer English You can select different timer functions which will be activated at a chosen time. Make sure the clock is set before using one of these features. 2 Press SOURCE on the unit repeatedly or Wake-up timer 3 Press ALBUM 5 or ALBUM ∞ repeatedly The unit can be used as an alarm clock, whereby the selected source (TUNER, CD or PC LINK) starts playback at a preset time.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 31 English Timer Sleep timer Activating or deactivating the timer You can set a certain period of time after which the unit will switch to standby. REPEAT PROGRAM SHUFFLE DISPLAY SLEEP CLOCK RDS/NEWS DIM ● REPEAT PROGRAM SHUFFLE DISPLAY TIMER TIMER ON/OFF DSC SLEEP VEC Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control repeatedly to activate or deactivate the timer. ➜ TIMER ON, the last set source and start time are displayed and the timer is activated.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 32 Troubleshooting English WARNING Under no circumstances should you try to repair the unit yourself as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the unit as there is a risk of electric shock. If a fault occurs, first check the points listed before taking the unit for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center. Laser safety This unit employs a laser.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 33 English Troubleshooting Problem Solution Poor radio reception – Direct the antenna for optimum reception. – Make sure the antenna is not positioned near a radiation source such as a TV,VCR, etc. NO DISC indication or disc cannot be played – Make sure the disc is not scratched or dirty. Replace or clean the disc. – Make sure the disc is inserted printed side up. – Make sure either a prerecorded audio CD, a finalised CDR(W) or an MP3-CD is inserted.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 34 Frequently asked questions English Important Do not plug in the wireless USB adapter into a USB port of your computer, but start with the software installation first from the CD-ROM.After the necessary driver software has been installed you will be asked by the installation software to plug in the wireless USB adapter.This order of installation will ensure the proper function of your wireless USB adapter.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 35 I have lost my bypacked wireless USB adapter, what can I do? Philips Media Manager Software Question You can order the wireless USB adapter at your local Philips Service organisation. The MC W770 PC link mode will also work with most other WiFi certified wireless adapters. But you have to perform a complete new setup, and a big part of the network setup has to be done manually. First install the new wireless adapter according to its manual.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 36 Frequently asked questions English Universal Plug and Play Question Answer What is Universal Plug and Play? Universal Plug and Play (UPnPTM) allows easy interoperability of devices supporting this network techology. UPnPTM builds on standard networking technologies and provides standardized protocols for a wide variety of home and small business devices.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 37 English Frequently asked questions What maximum number of networks can be installed with Philips audio system MC W770? You can install 5 different networks. Can I have more than one Philips audio system MC W770 to connect to my PC? Yes, you can connect more than one Philips audio system MC W770 to your PC. In the CD-ROM installation select Custom Installation and then the Add additional Audio System menu. Follow the instructions of the setup programme.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 38 Frequently asked questions English Connection problems and problems with link quality Question Answer 38 I have successfully installed my MC W770, the wireless USB adapter and the software, and it worked nicely until recently. Now I have placed the MC W770 in a different room, and it is not able to connect anymore.The display shows NO CONNECTION.What can I do? Please check if your PC is still running and if the wireless USB adapter is installed correctly.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 39 When I press the PC LINK A button, the display shows NO CONNECTION. What can I do? If you receive this message you might need to restart your Philips Media Manager.To do this, click on on the taskbar and select ‘Shutdown Philips Media Manager’. Restart the application from the Windows Start menu. Can PC link work when the PC is in standby? PC link cannot work when the PC is switched off or in standby.
MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/13/04 17:32 Page 40 PHILIPS LIMITED WARRANTY One (1) Year Labor and Parts Repair PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS warrants this product against defect in material or workmanship, subject to any conditions set forth as follows: PROOF OF PURCHASE: You must have proof of the date of purchase to receive warranted repair on the product.
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MC W770/37.1 us eng 8/23/01 15:52 Page 42 English Meet Philips at the Internet http://www. philips.com Need more help or information on installation? Visit: Français Ayez besoin de plus d'aide ou d'information sur l'installation? Merci de visiter notre site internet: ¿Problemas de Instalación? Para más información, por favor visite nuestra página web: Español www.philips.
