NAD FWC555 User Manual

Mini Hi-Fi System

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DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

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INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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This “bolt of lightning” indicates uninsulated material within your unit

may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering.

The “exclamation point” calls attention

to features for which you should read

the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.

WARNING:

SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

match wide blade of plug to wide slot, and fully insert.

symbols

TO PREVENT FIRE OR

To prevent electric shock,

Lawrence J. Blanford President and Chief Executive Officer

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For Customer Use

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the rear of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No. ___________________________

Serial No. ____________________________

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STANDBY-ON

ECO POWER

CHANGE

DISC

DISC DIRECT PLAY

DISC

OPEN• CLOSE

CHANGER

CD/CD-R/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

FW-

VOLUME

! @ #

FM•AM

SOURCE

CDR/DVD

•

CONTROL (DAC)

•

INTERACTIVE VU METER

MAX

SOUND

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

MAX BASS PORT

CLOCK•

AUTO

DUBBING REC

PROG

DISPLAY

TIMER

REPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

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CD 1•2•3

TUNER

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

TAPE 1

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has

a double insulation system

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being

walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.

Only use attachments/accessories

speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

AC Polarized

Plug

12 .

13 .

Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 .

Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.

Battery usage

prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury or damage to the unit:

●

Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit.

●

Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).

●

Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

CAUTION

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Index

English ------------------------------------------------ 7

Français -------------------------------------------- 31

English

Français

Canada

English:

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.

Français:

Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

This warning label is located on the rearside

and inside this laser product.

INVISIBLE

CAUTION

LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

DANGER

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET

VARO !

ALTTIINANAKYMATTOMAALLE LASERSATEILYLLE. ALA KATSO SATEESEEN.

OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD.

VARNING!

OCH SPARREN AR URKOPPLAD.BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.

DANGER - Invisible laser radiation when open.

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

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Español

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.

ATTENTION

L'utilisation des commandes ou réglages ou le non-respect des procédures ci-incluses peuvent se traduire par une exposition dangereuse à l'irradiation.

ATENCIÓN

El uso de mando o ajustes o la ejecucción de métodos que no sean los aquí descritos puede ocasionar peligro de exposición a radiación.

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Contents

General Information

Environmental Information ................................ 8

Acknowledgement ............................................... 8

Supplied Accessories ........................................... 8

Safety Information ................................................ 8

Preparations

Rear Connections .......................................... 9–10

Optional Connection ........................................ 10

Inserting batteries into the remote

control .................................................................. 10

Controls

Controls on the system and remote

control ........................................................... 11–12

Basic Functions

Plug and Play ........................................................ 13

Demonstration mode ........................................ 13

Switching the system on ................................... 14

Switching the system to Standby mode ........ 14

Switching the system to Eco Power

Standby mode ..................................................... 14

Power Saving Automatic Standby .................... 14

Display mode....................................................... 14

Volume Control .................................................. 14

Sound Navigation ........................................ 15–16

External Sources

Listening to External Sources .......................... 21

Tape Operation/Recording

Tape Playback ............................................... 22–23

General Information on Recording ................ 23

Preparation for Recording ............................... 24

One Touch Recording ........................................ 24

CD Synchro Recording ..................................... 24

Dubbing Tapes ..................................................... 24

Clock/Timer

View Clock .......................................................... 25

Clock Setting ....................................................... 25

Timer Setting ................................................ 25–26

Sleep Timer Setting ............................................ 26

Specifications ........................................... 27

Maintenance.............................................. 28

Troubleshooting ............................. 28–29

English

CD Operation

Discs for Playback .............................................. 17

Loading Discs ...................................................... 17

Disc Playback ....................................................... 18

Programming the disc tracks .................... 18–19

Repeat ................................................................... 19

Shuffle .................................................................... 19

Radio Reception

Storing Preset Radio Stations ................... 20–21

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations ...................... 21

Erasing a Preset Radio Station ........................ 21

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General Information

English

This system complies with the FCC rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: – This device may not cause harmful interference, and – This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Environmental Information

All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet).

Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

Acknowledgement

Energy Star

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Philips has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Supplied accessories

– Remote control – Batteries (two AA size) for remote control – AM loop antenna – FM wire antenna – AC power cord

Safety Information

● Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or the voltage indication beside the voltage selector) of your system is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If not, please consult your dealer.

● Place the system on a flat, hard and stable surface.

● Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat build-up in your system. Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit and 5 cm (2 inches) from each side.

● Do not expose the system, batteries or discs to excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.

● If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens of the disc unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD player would not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the system until normal playback is possible.

● The mechanical par ts of the set contain selflubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated.

● When the system is switched to Standby mode, it is still consuming some power. To disconnect the system from the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket.

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Preparations

AM AERIAL

AM loop

antenna

speaker

(right)

Rear Connections

The type plate is located at the rear of the system.

A Powe r

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 connections with the power switched on.

AUX/ CDR

— —

SPEAKERS 6Ω

AM ANTENNA

FM wire antenna

speaker

(left)

FM ANTENNA

MAINS

AC power cord

B Antennas Connection

Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM antenna to the respective terminals. Adjust the position of the antenna for optimal reception.

AM Antenna

English

To avoid overheating of the system, a safety circuit has been built in. Therefore, your system may switch to Standby mode automatically under extreme conditions. If this happens, let the system cool down before reusing it (not available for all versions).

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¶ Position the antenna as far as possible from a TV,

VCR or other radiation source.

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Preparations

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FM Antenna

¶ For better FM stereo reception, connect an

outdoor FM antenna to the FM ANTENNA terminal.

C Speakers Connection

Front Speakers

Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKERS (FRONT) terminals, right speaker to "R" and left speaker to "L", colored (marked) wire to "+" and black (unmarked) wire to "-".

¶ Clip the stripped portion of the speaker wire as

shown.

Notes: – For optimal sound performance, use the supplied speakers. – Do not connect more than one speaker to any one pair of +/- speaker terminals. – Do not connect speakers with an impedance lower than the speakers supplied. Please refer to the SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual.

Optional Connection

The optional equipment and connecting cords are not supplied. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details.

Connecting other equipment to your system

Connect the audio left and right OUT terminals of a TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD Recorder to the AUX/CDR IN terminals.

Note: – If you are connecting equipment with a monaural output (a single audio out terminal), connect it to the AUX/CDR IN left terminal. Alternatively, you can use a “single to double” cinch cable (still be mono sound).

Inserting batteries into the

Remote Control

Insert two batteries (Type R06 or AA) into the remote control with the correct polarity as indicated by the + and - symbols inside the battery compar tment.

CAUTION! – Remove batteries if they are exhausted or not to be used for a long time. – Do not use old and new or different types of batteries in combination. – Batteries contain chemical substances, so dispose of them properly.

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Controls (main system’s illustration on page 3)

Controls on the system and remote control

1 ECO POWER

– to switch the system on or to Eco Power

Standby mode.

2 STANDBY ON y

– to switch the system on or to Standby mode.

3 DISPLAY SCREEN

– to view the current status of the system.

4 DISC TRAY 5 DISC CHANGE

– to change disc(s).

6 DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3 (CD DIRECT)

– to select a disc tray for playback.

7 OPEN•CLOSE

– to open or close the disc tray.

8 INTERACTIVE VU METER

– to show the VU (volume unit) meter in music or

volume mode depending on the display mode selected.

9 VOLUME

– to increase or decrease the volume.

0 Tape Deck Operation

AUTO REPLAY

– to select continuous playback in either AUTO

PLAY or ONCE mode only.

DUBBING

– to dub a tape.

REC

– to start recording on tape deck 2.

! SOUND NAVIGATION

– to select the desired sound feature : DSC, VAC,

or DBB.

@ JOG CONTROL

– to select the desired sound effect for the

selected sound feature.

DSC ..................DIGITAL, ROCK, POP, NEWAGE,

CLASSIC or ELECTRIC.

VAC .................. HALL, CONCERT, CINEMA,

DISCO, ARCADE or CYBER.

DBB .................. BEAT, PUNCH or BLAST.

# INCREDIBLE SURROUND (IS)

– to activate or deactivate the surround sound

effect.

$ MAX SOUND (MAX ON/OFF)

– to activate or deactivate the optimal mix of

various sound features.

% ç

– to open the tape deck door.

^ TAPE DECK 2 & TAPE DECK 1 * SOURCE – to select the following:

CD / (CD 1•2•3)

– to select disc tray 1, 2 or 3.

TUNER / (FM•AM)

– to select waveband : FM or AM.

TAPE / (TAPE 1• 2)

– to select tape deck 1 or 2.

AUX / (CDR/DVD)

– to select a connected external source :

CDR/DVD or AUX (auxiliary) mode.

( n

– to connect headphones.

) Mode Selection

PLAY PAUSE ÉÅ

for CD .................to start or interrupt playback.

for TAPE.............. to start playback.

for PLUG & PLAY…(on the system only) to

initiate and start plug & play mode.

SEARCH•TUNING à á

for CD .................to search backward/forward.

for TUNER ......... to tune to a lower or higher radio

frequency.

for TAPE.............. to rewind or fast forward.

for CLOCK .......(on the system only) to set the

hour.

DEMO STOP/CLEAR Ç

for CD .................to stop playback or to clear a

program.

for TUNER ........ to stop programming.

................................. (on the system only) to delete the

preset radio station.

for TAPE.............. to stop playback or recording.

................................. to reset tape counter number.

for DEMO .........(on the system only) to activate/

deactivate the demonstration.

for CLOCK .......(on the system only) to exit clock

setting or cancel timer. for PLUG & PLAY…(on the system only) to exit

plug & play mode.

PREV / PRESET / NEXT í ë

for CD .................to skip to the beginning of the

current, previous, or next track.

for TUNER ........ to select a preset radio station.

for CLOCK .......(on the system only) to set the

minute.

¡ DISPLAY

– to select different screen display mode :

NORMAL, MODE 1, MODE 2 or MODE 3.

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Controls

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™

≥

6 ∞

™ PROG (PROGRAM)

English

for CD ................. to program disc tracks.

for TUNER ........ to program preset radio stations.

for CLOCK .......(on the system only) to select 12-

or 24-hour clock mode.

£ CLOCK•TIMER

– to view the clock, set the clock or set the timer.

≤ MUTE

– to interrupt or resume sound reproduction.

∞ CLOCK

– to view the clock display.

§ REPEAT

– to playback track(s)/disc(s)/program repeatedly.

≥ SHUFFLE

– to playback all available discs and their tracks/

program in random order.

• TIMER ON/OFF

– to activate or deactivate the timer.

ª SLEEP

– to activate, deactivate or set the sleep timer.

º B

– to switch the system to Standby mode. – to switch the system to Eco Power Standby

mode.

Notes for remote control: – First, select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (CD 123 or TUNER, for example). – Then select the desired function (É,

, for example).

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STANDBY-ON

ECO POWER

Basic Functions

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

FW-

FM•AM

SOURCE

CDR/DVD

•

CONTROL (DAC)

•

INTERACTIVE VU METER

MAX

SOUND

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

MAX BASS PORT

CLOCK•

AUTO

DUBBING REC

PROG

DISPLAY

TIMER

REPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

•

CD 1•2•3

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

TUNER

VOLUME

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IMPORTANT! Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures.

Plug and Play

Plug and Play allows you to store all available radio stations automatically.

If Plug and Play has not been installed

1 When you turn on the system, "AUTO

INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" will be displayed.

2 Press PLAYÉ on the system to start

installation. ➜ "INSTALL" will be displayed and followed by "TUNER" and then "AUTO".

➜ PROG will start flashing. ➜ The system will search for all radio stations

on the FM band, then the AM band. ➜ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored automatically. ➜ The system will stop searching when all the available radio stations are stored or when the memory for 40 preset radio stations is used. ➜ The last preset radio station will play when Plug and Play is completed.

To reinstall Plug and Play

1 In Standby or Demonstration mode, press and

hold PLAYÉ on the system until "AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" is displayed.

2 Press PLAYÉ again to start installation.

➜ All previously stored radio stations will be replaced.

To exit without storing the Plug and Play

● Press Çon the system.

Notes: – When the power is turned on, the disc tray may open and close to initialize the system. – If you do not complete Plug and Play installation, Plug and Play will be reinitiated the next time you turn on the power. – If no stereo frequency is detected during Plug and Play, "CHECK ANTENNA" will be displayed. – During Plug and Play, if no button is pressed within 15 seconds, the system will exit Plug and Play mode automatically.

Demonstration mode

The system has a demonstration mode that shows the various features offered by the system.

To activate the demonstration

● In Standby mode, press and hold DEMO STOPÇon the system until "DEMO ON" is

displayed. ➜ The demonstration will begin.

To deactivate the demonstration

● Press and hold DEMO STOP Çon the system until "DEMO OFF" is displayed. ➜ The system will switch to Standby mode.

Note: – Even if you remove the AC power cord and reconnect it to the wall socket, the demonstration will remain off until you activate it again.

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Basic Functions

English

Switching the system on

In Standby/Demonstration mode

● Press STANDBY ON. ➜ The system will switch to the last selected

source.

● Press CD, TUNER, TAPE, AUX (or CD 123, TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX/CDR on the

remote control).

➜ The system will switch to the selected source.

● Press any one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY

buttons. ➜ The system will switch to CD mode.

In Eco Power Standby mode

● Press ECO POWER. ➜ The system will switch to the last selected

source.

● Press CD 123, TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX/ CDR on the remote control.

➜ The system will switch to the selected source.

Switching the system to Standby mode

In Demonstration mode

● Press and hold DEMO STOP Ç on the system.

In any other source mode (except Eco Power Standby mode)

● Press STANDBY ON (or B on the remote control). ➜ The clock will appear on the display when the system is in Standby mode.

Switching the system to Eco Power Standby mode (< 1 Watt)

● Press ECO POWER (or press and hold B on the remote control). ➜ "ECO POWER" will be displayed, then the display screen will go blank. ➜ The low power ECO POWER LED will be lighted.

Note: – If you have not deactivated the demonstration, it will resume five seconds after the system switches to Eco Power Standby or Standby mode.

Power Saving Automatic Standby

As a power-saving feature, the system will automatically switch to Standby mode if you do not press any buttons within 30 minutes after a disc or tape has stopped playing.

Display mode

There are four different display modes for selection.

● Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select NORMAL, MODE 1, MODE 2, or MODE 3.

NORMAL ........ All available LEDs will light up

and the display screen will have full brightness. The VU will be in music mode.

MODE 1 ..........All available LEDs will light up

and the display screen will have full brightness. The VU will be in volume mode.

MODE 2 ..........All available LEDs will light up

and the display screen will be at half brightness. The VU will be in music mode.

MODE 3 ..........The display screen will be at half

brightness. The VU and all LEDs will be off.

Volume Control

Adjust VOLUME to increase (turn knob clockwise or press VOLUME +) or decrease (turn knob counter-clockwise or press VOLUME -) the sound level.

To listen through the headphones

● Connect the headphones plug to the n socket at the front of the system. ➜ The speakers will be muted.

To switch off the volume temporarily

● Press MUTE on the remote control. ➜ Playback will continue without sound and

"MUTE" will be displayed.

● To restore the volume, press MUTE again or increase the VOLUME level.

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Basic Functions

Sound Navigation

For optimal sound listening, select only one of the following navigation sound controls at a time : MAX sound, DSC or VAC.

MAX Sound

MAX sound provides the best mixture of various sound features (DSC, VAC, DBB for example).

● Press MAX SOUND (or MAX ON/OFF on the

remote control)

MAX

SOUND

repeatedly to activate/ deactivate the optimal sound. ➜ If activated, will appear on the display and the MAX SOUND button lights up. ➜ If deactivated, “MAX OFF” will be displayed.

Note: – When MAX sound is selected, all other sound navigation will switch off automatically.

DSC (Digital Sound Control)

The DSC feature enables you to adjust the system to suit your type of music.

1 Press DSC.

➜ DSC button lights up

2 Adjust the JOG

CONTROL (or press DSC on the remote

control repeatedly) to select the desired Digital Sound Control effect : DIGITAL, ROCK, POP, NEWAGE, CLASSIC or ELECTRIC. ➜ The selected DSC will be highlighted.

Note: – For a neutral sound effect, select CLASSIC.

VAC (Virtual Ambience Control)

The VAC feature enables you to adjust the system to select a type of environment.

1 Press VAC .

English

➜ VAC button lights up.

2 Adjust the JOG

CONTROL (or press VAC on the remote

control repeatedly) to select the desired Virtual Ambience Control effect : HALL, CONCERT, CINEMA, DISCO, ARCADE or CYBER. ➜ The selected VAC will be highlighted.

Note: – When you select VAC, Incredible Surround will switch on automatically.

DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)

There are three DBB settings to enhance the bass response.

1 Press DBB.

➜ DBB button lights up.

2 Adjust the JOG

CONTROL (or press DBB on the remote

control repeatedly) to select the desired Dynamic Bass Boost level : BEAT, PUNCH, BLAST or DBB OFF. ➜ If “BEAT“ is selected, will appear on the display. ➜ If “PUNCH“ is selected, will appear on the display. ➜ If “BLAST“ is selected, will appear on the display. ➜ If “DBB OFF” is selected, DBB will be deactivated.

Note: – Some discs or tapes might be recorded in high modulation, which causes a distortion at high volume. If this occurs, deactivate DBB or reduce the volume.

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Basic Functions

English

Automatic DSC-DBB / VAC-DBB selection

The best DBB setting is generated automatically for each DSC or VAC selection. You can manually select the DBB setting that best suits your listening environment.

Incredible Surround

The Incredible Surround magnifies the virtual distance between the front speakers for an incredibly wide, enveloping, stereo effect.

● Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND (or IS on

the remote control) repeatedly to activate/ deactivate the surround sound effect. ➜ If activated, will appear on the display and the INCREDIBLE SURROUND button lights up. ➜ If deactivated, “IS OFF” will be displayed.

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STANDBY-ON

CD CHANGER

CLOCK.TIMER

VOLUME

DEMO

PRESET TUNING

SHUFFLE TIMER

PLAY MODE

SIDE

SET CLOCK

TIMER SET

BAND

RECORD

DUBBING

CD TAPE

PROGRAM

CLEAR

RDS MODE

TIMER

DBB

PROGRAM

AMPM

SHUFFLE FMMW

LWSW

STEREO

FRONT BACK

RECORD

HSD

DISC CHANGE

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3

OPEN•CLOSE

ECO POWER

CD Operation

DISC

CLOCK•

AUTO

DUBBING REC

TIMER

REPLAY

CD 1•2•3

TUNER

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

DISC DIRECT PLAY

DISC

INTERACTIVE VU METER

FM•AM

SOURCE

•

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

CONTROL (DAC)

•

MAX BASS PORT

CDR/DVD

MAX

DISC

SOUND

DISC

CHANGE

CHANGER

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

FW-

PROG

DISPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

•

OPEN• CLOSE

CD/CD-R/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

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VOLUME

IMPORTANT! – This system is designed for regular discs. Therefore, do not use any accessories such as disc stabilizer rings or disc treatment sheets, etc., as offered on the market, because they may jam the changer mechanism. – Do not load more than one disc into each tray.

Discs for Playback

This system can playback all digital audio CD, finalized digital audio CD-Recordable (CDR) discs and finalized digital audio CD-Rewritable (CDRW)discs.

Loading Discs

1 Press CD to select CD mode. 2 Press OPEN•CLOSE to open the disc tray. 3 Load up to two discs on the individual disc trays.

To load the third disc, press DISC CHANGE.

➜ The disc tray will rotate until the empty tray is ready for loading.

4 Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the disc tray.

➜ "READING" will be displayed. The selected disc tray, total number of tracks and the playing time will appear on the display. ➜ A lighted button indicates that a disc is loaded in the disc tray.

Notes:

– Load the discs with the label side facing up. – To ensure good system performance, wait until

the disc tray completely reads the disc(s) before proceeding.

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CD Operation

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Disc Playback

To playback all discs on the disc tray

● Press PLAYÉ. ➜ All the available discs will playback once, then

stop. ➜ During playback, the selected disc tray, track number and elapsed playing time of the current track will appear on the display.

To playback one disc only

● Press the DISC DIRECT PLAY button : DISC 1, DISC 2 or DISC 3.

➜ The selected disc will playback once, then stop.

To interrupt playback

● Press PAUSEÅ.

● To resume playback, press PLAYÉ again.

To stop playback

● Press Ç.

To search for a particular passage during playback

● Press and hold à or á and release it when the desired passage is located. ➜ During searching, the volume will be reduced.

To select a desired track

● Press í or ë repeatedly until the desired track appears on the display.

● If playback is stopped, press PLAYÉ to start playback.

Note: – In Shuffle mode, pressingí will cause the player to skip only to the beginning of the current track.

To skip to the beginning of the current track during playback

● Press í once.

To replace discs during playback

1 Press DISC CHANGE. 2 To change the inner disc, press DISC

CHANGE again.

➜ "DISC CHANGE" will be displayed and the disc will stop playing. ➜ The disc tray will close to retrieve the inner disc, then reopen with the inner disc accessible.

Programming the disc tracks

Programming tracks is possible when playback is stopped. Up to 40 tracks can be stored in the memory in any order.

1 Load the desired discs on the disc tray (refer to

“Loading Discs”).

2 Press PROG to start programming.

➜ PROG will start flashing.

3 Press CD (CD 1•2•3) or DISC 1/2/3 button

to select a disc.

4 Press í or ë repeatedly to select the desired

track.

5 Press PROG to store the track.

¶ Repeat steps 3–5 to store other discs and

tracks.

6 Press PLAYÉ to star t program playback.

➜ "PLAY PROGRAM" will be displayed.

● To end programming without starting playback,

press Ç once . ➜ The total number of tracks programmed and the total playing time will appear on the display.

Notes: – If the total playing time is more than "99:59" or if one of the programmed tracks has a number greater than 30, then "--:--" will appear on the display instead of the total playing time. – If you attempt to program more than 40 tracks, "PROGRAM FULL" will be displayed. – If you press any of the DISC DIRECT PLAY buttons, the system will playback the selected disc or track, and the stored program will be ignored temporarily. The PROG symbol also will disappear temporarily from the display. It will reappear when playback of the selected disc ends. – During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program mode automatically.

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CD Operation

To review the program

● Stop playback and press í or ë repeatedly.

● To exit review mode, press Ç.

To erase the entire program

● Press Ç once when playback is stopped or twice during playback.

➜ "PROGRAM CLEARED" will be displayed. ➜ PROG will disappear from the display.

Note: – The program will be erased when the system is disconnected from the power supply or when the disc tray is opened.

Repeat

The current track, a disc, all available discs or all programmed tracks can be played repeatedly.

1 Press REPEAT on the remote control

repeatedly to select various repeat modes.

● In normal playback ➜ "TRACK" – to repeat the current track.

"DISC" – to repeat the entire disc. "ALL DISC" – to repeat all available discs.

➜ RPT appears on the display.

● In program playback ➜ "TRACK" – to repeat the current

programmed track. "PROGRAM" – to repeat all programmed tracks.

➜ RPT and PROG will appear on the display.

● The selected track/disc(s)/program will now be

played repeatedly until you press Ç.

2 To resume normal playback, press REPEAT

until the "OFF" mode is displayed. ➜ RPT will disappear from the display.

Note: – Selecting SHUFFLE during repeat playback will cancel all repeat modes.

Shuffle

All the available discs and their tracks or all the programmed tracks can be played in random order.

1 Press SHUFFLE on the remote control.

➜ "SHUFFLE" and SHUFF will appear on the display.

● The discs and the tracks will be played in random order until you press Ç.

2 To resume normal playback, press SHUFFLE

again. ➜ SHUFF will disappear from the display.

When REPEAT is selected during shuffling

● In normal shuffled playback ➜ "TRACK" and "ALL DISC" repeat modes are

available for selection. ➜ RPT and SHUFF will appear on the display.

● In program shuffled playback ➜ "TRACK" or "PROGRAM" repeat modes are

available for selection. ➜ RPT , SHUFF and PROG will appear on the display.

For Recording, please refer to “Tap e Operation/Recording”.

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Radio Reception

English

STANDBY-ON

ECO POWER

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

FW-

CLOCK•

AUTO

DUBBING REC

PROG

DISPLAY

TIMER

REPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

•

CD 1•2•3

TUNER

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

Storing Preset Radio Stations

You can store up to 40 preset radio stations in the memory.

Automatic Preset Programming

● Plug and Play setting (refer to “Basic Functions - Plug and Play”).

1 Press TUNER (FM•AM) to select TUNER

mode. ➜ "TUNER" will be displayed. A few seconds later, the current radio frequency will be displayed. ➜ If a FM station is received in stereo, will appear on the display.

To begin automatic preset from a desired preset number

● Press í or ë to select the desired preset number. ➜ For those radio stations that had been stored in one of the preset will not be restored again to another preset number.

2 Press and hold PROG until "AUTO" appears on

the display.

➜ PROG will start flashing. ➜ The system will start searching for all radio

stations on the FM band and then the AM band. ➜ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored automatically. ➜ The system will stop searching when all the available radio stations are stored or when the memory for 40 preset radio stations is used. ➜ The last preset radio station will then be played when completed.

FM•AM

SOURCE

•

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

CONTROL (DAC)

•

MAX BASS PORT

CDR/DVD

INTERACTIVE VU METER

MAX

SOUND

VOLUME

To stop storing the automatic preset

● Press PROG or Ç on the system.

Note: – If no preset number is selected, automatic preset will begin from preset (1) and all your former presets will be overridden.

Manual Preset Programming

1 Press TUNER (FM•AM) repeatedly to select

the desired waveband : FM or AM.

2 Press PROG.

➜ PROG will start flashing. ➜ The next available preset number will be

displayed for selection.

3 Press and hold à or á until the frequency

indication starts to change, then release. ➜ The display will show "SEARCH" until a radio station with sufficient signal strength is found.

To store the radio station to another preset number

● Press í or ë to select the desired preset number.

4 Press PROG again to store the radio station.

➜ PROG will disappear from the display.

● Repeat steps 2–4 to store other preset radio

stations.

Tuning to a weak radio station

● Press à or á briefly and repeatedly until the optimal reception is found.

To stop storing the manual preset

● Press Ç on the system.

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Radio Reception

Notes: – If you attempt to store more than 40 preset radio stations, "PROGRAM FULL" will be displayed. – During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program mode automatically.

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations

● Once you’ve preset the radio stations, press í or ë to select the desired preset number. ➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and waveband will appear on the display.

STANDBY-ON

ECO POWER

DUBBING REC

TUNER

CDR/DVD

FM•AM

SOURCE

•

CONTROL (DAC)

•

INTERACTIVE VU METER

MAX

SOUND

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

MAX BASS PORT

CLOCK•

AUTO

PROG

DISPLAY

TIMER

REPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

•

CD 1•2•3

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

Erasing a Preset Radio Station

1 Press í or ë to select the preset radio station

to be erased.

2 Press and hold Çon the system until “PRESET

DELETED” appears on the display.

➜ The radio frequency remain on the display. ➜ The preset numbers of all other preset radio

stations in the band with higher numbers are now decreased by one.

● Repeat steps 1–2 to erase other preset radio

stations.

For Recording, please refer to “Tap e Operation/Recording”.

External Sources

● If the sound from the external source is distorted, select CDR/DVD mode for listening.

Notes: – You are advised not to listen to and record from the same source simultaneously. – All the navigation sound control features (DSC or VAC, for example) are available for selection. – Refer to the operating instructions for the connected equipment for details.

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Listening to External Sources

1 Connect the audio out terminals of the external

equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD Recorder) to the AUX/CDR IN terminals of your system.

2 Press AUX (CDR/DVD) repeatedly to select

CDR/DVD mode or normal AUX mode. ➜ "CDR/DVD" or "AUX" will be displayed.

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For Recording, please refer to “Tape Operation/Recording”.

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Tape Operation/Recording

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MINI HIFI SYSTEM

FW-

STANDBY-ON

ECO POWER

FM•AM

SOURCE

•

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

CONTROL (DAC)

•

MAX BASS PORT

CDR/DVD

INTERACTIVE VU METER

MAX

CLOCK•

AUTO

DUBBING REC

PROG

DISPLAY

TIMER

REPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

•

CD 1•2•3

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

TUNER

TAPE 1

IMPORTANT! – Before playing a tape, check and tighten slack tape with a pencil. Slack tape may get jammed or may burst in the mechanism. – C-120 tape is extremely thin and is easily deformed or damaged. It is not recommended for use in this system. – Store the tapes at room temperature and do not put them too close to a magnetic field (for example, a transformer, TV or speaker).

VOLUME

SOUND

TAPE 2

Tape Playback

1 Press çto open the tape deck door. 2 Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door.

● Load the tape with the open side down and the full spool to the left.

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3 Press TAPE (TAPE 1•2) repeatedly to select

tape deck 1 or tape deck 2. ➜ The selected tape deck number is displayed.

4 Press PLAYÉ to start playback.

To stop playback

● Press Ç.

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Tape Operation/Recording

To change the playback mode

● Press AUTO REPLAY repeatedly to select the different playback modes. ➜ "AUTO REPLAY" ( å ) or "ONCE" will appear on the display.

AUTO REPLAY …the tape will rewind

automatically at the end of playback and replay again. It will replay up to a maximum of 20 times until you press Ç.

ONCE .............. the tape will playback the

selected side once and then stop.

To rewind or fast forward when playback is stopped

1 Press à or á. 2 Press Ç when the desired passage reached.

To reset tape counter number

● When in stop mode, pressÇ. ➜ “T1 000” or “T2 000” will be displayed.

Notes: – During rewinding or fast forwarding of a tape, it is also possible to select another source (CD, TUNER or AUX, for example). – The tape counter will automatically set to zero after detecting end of tape.

General Information on Recording

● For recording, use only tape of IEC type I (normal tape).

● The recording level is set automatically, regardless of the position of the Volume, VAC, DSC and so forth.

● The tape is secured at both ends with leader tape. At the beginning and end of the tape, nothing will be recorded for six to seven seconds.

● To prevent accidental recording, break out the tab on the left shoulder of the tape side you want to protect.

● If “CHECK TAPE” is displayed, the protection tab has been broken. Put a piece of clear adhesive tape over the opening.

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Tape Operation/Recording

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IMPORTANT! – Recording is permissible if copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed upon. – Recording is possible only on tape deck 2.

Preparation for Recording

1 Press TAPE (TAPE 1•2) to select TAPE 2. 2 Load a recordable tape into tape deck 2 with full

spool to the left.

3 Prepare the source to be recorded.

CD – load the disc(s). TUNER – tune to the desired radio station. TAPE – load the prerecorded tape into tape

deck 1 with the full spool to the left.

AUX – connect external equipment.

When recording is in progress

➜ starts flashing.

● It is not possible to listen to another source

except for dubbing tapes.

● It is not possible to activate the timer function.

One Touch Recording

1 Press CD, TUNER or AUX to select the

source.

2 Start playback of the selected source. 3 Press REC to start recording.

To stop recording

● Press Çon the system.

Note: – One Touch Recording is not possible in TAPE mode, "SELECT SOURCE" will be displayed.

CD Synchro Recording

1 Press CD 1•2•3 to select the disc.

● Press í or ë to select the desired track to start recording.

● You can program the tracks in the order you want them to be recorded (refer to “CD Operation - Programming the disc tracks”).

2 Press REC to start recording.

➜ The disc will start playback automatically.

To select another track during recording

1 Press PAUSEÅ to interrupt recording. 2 Pressí or ë to select the desired track. 3 Press PLAYÉ to resume recording.

To stop recording

● Press Ç. ➜ Recording and disc playback will stop

simultaneously.

Dubbing Tapes

1 Load the prerecorded tape in tape deck 1.

● You can set the tape to the desired passage where recording will start.

2 Press DUBBING.

➜ Playing and recording will start simultaneously. ➜ "DUB OOO" will be displayed.

● Dubbing of tapes is possible on one side of the

tape only. To continue record on the reverse side, at the end of side A, flip the tapes to side B and repeat the procedure.

To stop dubbing

● Press Ç.

Notes: – Dubbing of tapes is possible only from tape deck 1 to tape deck 2. – To ensure good dubbing, use tapes of the same length. – You can listen to another source while dubbing.

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STANDBY-ON

ECO POWER

Clock/Timer

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

FW-

FM•AM

SOURCE

CDR/DVD

•

CONTROL (DAC)

•

INTERACTIVE VU METER

MAX

SOUND

MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

MAX BASS PORT

CLOCK•

AUTO

DUBBING REC

PROG

DISPLAY

TIMER

REPLAY

DEMO

PLAY•

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

•

CD 1•2•3

TUNER

TAPE AUX

TAPE 1•2

VOLUME

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IMPORTANT! – When in Eco Power Standby mode, it is not possible to operate clock or timer function.

View Clock

The clock (if it is set) will be shown in Standby mode.

To view the clock in any source mode (CD or TUNER, for example)

● Press CLOCK•TIMER (or CLOCK on the remote control).

➜ The clock will be displayed for a few seconds. ➜ If the clock has not been set, "--:--" will be

displayed.

Clock Setting

The clock can be set in either 12-hour or 24-hour mode ("AM 12:00" or "00:00" for example)

1 Press CLOCK•TIMER twice. 2 Press PROG on the system repeatedly to select

clock mode. ➜ If 12-hour mode is selected, "AM 12:00" will start flashing. ➜ If 24-hour mode is selected, "00:00" will start flashing.

3 Press à or á on the system repeatedly to set

the hour.

4 Press í or ë on the system repeatedly to set

the minute.

5 Press CLOCK•TIMER again to store the

setting. ➜ The clock will start working.

To exit without storing the setting

● Press Çon the system.

Notes: – The clock setting will be cancelled when the power cord is disconnected or if a power failure occurs. – During clock setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit clock setting mode automatically.

Timer Setting

The system can switch on to CD, TUNER, or TAPE 2 mode automatically at a preset time, serving as an alarm to wake you up.

IMPORTANT! – Before setting the timer, ensure that the clock is set correctly. – The timer will always be switched on after it has been set. – The timer will not start if a recording is in progress. – The volume of the timer will increase gradually from the minimum level until it reaches the last tuned volume level.

1 Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER for more than

two seconds to select timer mode.

➜ "AM 12:00" or "00:00" or the last timer setting will start flashing.

➜ TIMER will start flashing. ➜ The selected source will be lighted while

other available sources are flashing.

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Clock/Timer

2 Press CD, TUNER or TAPE to select the

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desired source.

● Make sure the music source has been prepared. CD – Load the disc(s). To start from a specific track, make a program (refer to “CD Operation - Programming the disc tracks”).

TUNER – tune to the desired radio station. TAPE – load the prerecorded tape into tape

deck 2.

3 Press à or á on the system repeatedly to set

the hour for the timer to start.

4 Press í or ë on the system repeatedly to set

the minute for the timer to start.

5 Press CLOCK•TIMER to store the start time.

➜ "TIMER ON" will be displayed and followed by the set timer "XX:XX" and then the selected source.

➜ TIMER will remain on the display.

● At the preset time, the selected source will play.

To exit without storing the setting

● Press Çon the system.

Notes: – If the selected source (CD) is not available when preset timer is reached, TUNER will be selected automatically. – During timer setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically.

To deactivate the TIMER

● Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control. ➜ The display will show "CANCEL" and TIMER

will disappear from the display.

Sleep Timer Setting

The sleep timer enables the system to switch to Standby mode automatically at a preset time.

1 Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly

to select a preset time. ➜ The selections are as follows (time in minutes):

15 ™ 30 ™ 45 ™ 60 ™ OFF ™ 15 … ➜ "SLEEP XX" or "OFF" will be displayed. "XX" is the time in minutes.

2 When you reach the desired length of time, stop

pressing the SLEEP button.

➜ SLEEP will appear on the display, except for "OFF" mode. ➜ The Sleep Timer is now set. Before the system switches to standby mode, a countdown of 10 seconds will be displayed.

"SLEEP 10" ™ "SLEEP 9".... ™ "SLEEP 1"

™ "SLEEP"

While SLEEP mode is activated

To check the remaining length of time

● Press SLEEP once.

To change the preset sleep timer

● Press SLEEP twice. ➜ The display will show the remaining time

followed by the sequence of sleep timer options.

To deactivate the Sleep Timer

● Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed, or press the STANDBY ON button.

To activate the TIMER

● Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control. ➜ The last set timer information will be shown

for a few seconds and TIMER will appear on the display.

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Specifications

AMPLIFIER

Output power ....................................... 280 W total power

............... 2 x 140 W RMS

(1)

/ 2 x 110 W FTC

Signal-to-noise ratio .......................... ≥ 75 dBA (IEC)

Frequency response .........50 – 20000 Hz, ± 3 dB

Input sensitivity

AUX In / CDR/DVD In .................... 500 mV / 1V

Output

Speakers ....................................................................≥ 6 Ω

Headphones...................................... 32 Ω – 1000 Ω

(1) (6 Ω, 60 Hz – 12.5 kHz, 10% THD)

CD PLAYER

Number of programmable tracks ......................... 40

Frequency response .......................... 20 – 20000 Hz

Signal-to-noise ratio ....................................... ≥ 76 dBA

Channel separation ..........................≥ 79 dB (1 kHz)

Total harmonic distor tion ............ < 0.02% (1 kHz)

TUNER

FM wave range ...................................87.5 – 108 MHz

AM wave range .................................. 530 – 1700 kHz

Number of presets ........................................................ 40

Antenna

FM ............................................... 300 Ω dipole wire

AM........................................................ Loop antenna

TAPE PLAYER

Frequency response

Normal tape (type I) ...... 80 – 10000 Hz (8 dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio

Normal tape (type I) ................................. ≥ 48 dBA

Wow and flutter......................................... ≤ 0.4% DIN

SPEAKERS

(1)

Front left/right

System ................................................. 3 way, Bass reflex

Impedance........................................................................ 6 Ω

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Woofer ................................................ 1 x 6.5" full range

Tweeter .......................................................................... 1 x 2"

Polydome Tweeter................................................... 1 x 1"

Dimensions (w x h x d) .240 x 310 x 290 (mm)

............................................. 9.45 x 12.20 x 11.42 (inch)

Weight................. 3.95 kg each / 8.69 pounds each

GENERAL

Material/finish ................................... Polystyrene/Metal

AC Power ................................................... 120 V / 60 Hz

Power Consumption

Active ...................................................................... 175 W

Standby ..................................................................... 25 W

Eco Power Standby........................................... < 1 W

Dimensions (w x h x d) .. 265 x 310 x 390 (mm)

............................................10.43 x 12.20 x 15.35 (inch)

Weight (without speakers) ...............................................

........................................................... 9.0 kg / 19.8 pounds

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

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Maintenance

C CB

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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 center out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.

¶ Do not use solvents such as

benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analog records.

Cleaning the disc lens

¶ After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate

at the disc lens. To ensure good playback quality, clean the disc lens with Philips CD Lens Cleaner or any commercially available cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with the cleaner.

Troubleshooting

Cleaning the Heads and the Tape Paths

¶ To ensure good recording and playback quality,

clean the heads A, the capstan(s) B, and pressure roller(s) C after every 50 hours of tape operation.

¶ Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with

cleaning fluid or alcohol.

¶ You also can clean the heads by playing a

cleaning tape once.

Demagnetizing the heads

¶ Use a demagnetizing tape available at your

dealer.

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 center.

Problem Solution

CD OPERATION

“NO DISC” is displayed. – Insert a disc.

– Check if the disc is inserted upside down. – Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens

has cleared.

– Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.

“DISC NOT FINALIZED” is displayed. – Use a finalized CD-R(W) or CD-R.

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Troubleshooting

RADIO RECEPTION

Radio reception is poor. – If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or

connect an external antenna for better reception.

– Increase the distance between the Mini HiFi

System and your TV or VCR.

TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING

Recording or playback cannot be made. – Clean deck parts, see “Maintenance”.

– Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape. – Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing

tab space.

The tape deck door cannot open. – Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and

switch on the system again.

GENERAL

The system does not react when buttons – Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and are pressed. switch on the system again.

Sound cannot be heard or is of poor – Adjust the volume. quality. – Disconnect the headphones.

– Check that the speakers are connected correctly. – Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.

The left and right sound outputs are – Check the speaker connections and location. reversed.

The remote control does not function – Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) properly. before pressing the function button (É,í,ë).

– 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 in the direction of the

system’s IR sensor.

The timer is not working. – Set the clock correctly.

– Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer. – If recording is in progress, stop recording.

Not all lighted buttons are showing light. – Press DISPLAY to select NORMAL or MODE 1

display mode.

The Clock/Timer setting is erased. – Power has been interrupted or the power cord

has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.

The system displays features – Press and hold DEMO STOP Çon the system automatically and buttons start flashing. to switch off the demonstration.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

AUDIO SYSTEM

One Year Free Labor

One Year Free Service on Parts

This product must be carried in for repair.

WHO IS COVERED?

You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service.A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.

WHAT IS COVERED?

Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For one year thereafter, all parts will be repaired or replaced, and labor is free.

After one year from the day of purchase, you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts, and for all labor charges. All parts, including repaired and replaced parts, are covered only for the original warranty period.When the warranty on the product expires, the warranty on all replaced and repaired parts also expires.

WHAT IS EXCLUDED?

Your warranty does not cover:

• labor charges for installation or setup of the product, adjustment of customer controls on the product, and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product.

• product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company.

• reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or antenna systems outside the unit.

• a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications.

• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.This includes, but is not limited to, prerecorded material, whether copyrighted or not copyrighted.)

• a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes.

WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?

Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization will attempt to provide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).

MAKE SURE YOU KEEP...

Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase.Attach it to this owner’s manual and keep both nearby.Also keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product.

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...

Please check your owner’s manual before requesting service. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a service call.

TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U.S.A., PUERTO RICO OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...

Take the product to a Philips factory service center (see enclosed list) or authorized service center for repair.When the product has been repaired, you must pick up the unit at the center. Centers may keep defective parts. (In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this express warranty. But,because some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may last, this limitation may not apply to you.)

TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA...

Please contact Philips at:

1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking) 1-800-363 7278 (English Speaking)

(In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct,indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages,howsoever incurred, even if notified of the possibility of such damages.)

REMEMBER...

Please record the model and serial numbers found on the product below.Also, please fill out and mail your warranty registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary.

MODEL # ________________________________________

SERIAL # ________________________________________

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.

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