Philips FW-C85 User Manual

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FW- C85

Mini Hi-Fi System

with 3 CD changer

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Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to.

•Once your Philips purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a Philips product.

•So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once. And take advantage of these important benefits.

Warranty

Verification

Registering your product within 10 days confirms your right to maximum protection under the terms and conditions of your Philips warranty.

Owner

Confirmation

Your completed Warranty Registration Card serves as verification of ownership in the event of product theft or loss.

Model

Registration

Returning your Warranty Registration Card right away guarantees you’ll receive all

the information and special offers which you qualify for as the owner of your model.

Know these			CAUTION			For Customer Use
						Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the
safety symbols			RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK			rear of the cabinet. Retain this information for
			DO NOT OPEN			future reference.
	REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
	CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
	INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.					Model No. _______________________________

Serial No. ________________________________

tThis “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.

sThe “exclamation point” calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to

prevent operating and maintenance problems.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, and fully insert.

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Visit our World Wide Web Site at http://www.philipsusa.com

Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to the “family!”

Dear Philips product owner:

Thank you for your confidence in Philips.You’ve selected one of the best-built, best-backed products available today.And we’ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come.

As a member of the Philips “family,” you’re entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding service networks in the industry.

What’s more, your purchase guarantees you’ll receive all the information and special offers for which you qualify, plus easy access to accessories from our convenient home shopping network.

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And most importantly you can count

on our uncompromising commitment to your total satisfaction.

All of this is our way of saying welcome–and thanks for investing in a Philips product.

Sincerely,

Robert Minkhorst

President and Chief Executive Officer

P.S. Remember, to get the most from your Philips product, you must return your Warranty Registration Card within 10 days. So please mail it to us right now!

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AC Polarized

Plug

4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – Read before operating equipment

This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards.There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.

1.Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2.Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow all instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc.

6.Clean only with a damp cloth. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

7.Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. 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.When 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.

12. Use only with a 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.

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.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make

any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

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

The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10.

Canada

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.

CAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION

WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

DANGER:AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

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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.)

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LIMITED WARRANTY

•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.

Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 2976, Longview,Texas 75606, USA, [phone]

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GENERAL INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION

General Information

•The typeplate (which contains the serial number) is located at the rear of the system.

•Recording is permissible if copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed.

•This device complies with the Federal Communications Commission (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.

Energy Star

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

Accessories (Supplied)

–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.The typeplate is located at the rear of your system.

•When the system is switched on, do not move it around.

•Place the system on a solid base (e.g. a cabinet).

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

•The system incorporates a built-in safety feature that prevents overheating.

•Do not expose the system to excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources.

•Under no circumstances should you repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty!

•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 CD unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD player will not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the system until normal playback is possible.

•Electrostatic discharge may cause unexpected problems. See whether these problems disappear if you unplug the AC power cord and plug it in again after a few seconds.

•To disconnect the system from the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

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Rear Connections

F

G

A

H	AC
	MAINS
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PREPARATION

AUDIO OUT

E

D

AUDIO IN

DIGITAL	SUB-	L	R	L	R	B
OUT	WOOFER
	OUT	AUX/CDR IN		LINE OUT

FM ANTENNA 300Ω

AM ANTENNA

A AM Loop Antenna

Connection

Connect the supplied loop antenna to the AM ANTENNA terminal. Place the AM loop antenna far away from the system and adjust its position for the best reception.

B FM Wire Antenna

Connection

Connect the supplied FM wire antenna to the FM ANTENNA 300 Ω terminal. Adjust the position of the FM antenna for the best reception.

Outdoor Antenna

For better FM stereo reception, connect an outdoor FM antenna to the FM ANTENNA 300 Ω terminal using a 300 Ω dipole wire.

C Speakers Connection

FRONT	L	R	•	Connect the right speaker to Front
+				terminal R, with the colored wire to
L
–				+ and the black wire to -.
–
R			•	Connect the left speaker to Front
+
				terminal L, with the colored wire to
	– +	– +		+ and the black wire to -.
			•	Clip the stripped portion of the
		C		speaker wire as shown.

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12 mm

unlock

lock

CAUTION:

–For optimal sound performance, it is recommended to use the supplied speakers.

–Do not connect more than one speaker to any one pair of +/- speaker terminal.

–Do not connect speakers with impedance lower than the speakers supplied. Please refer to SPECIFICATION section of this manual.

D Line Out Connection

(wireless ready)

You can connect the audio left and right LINE OUT terminals to a optional CD Recorder ANALOG IN terminals.This allows you to record in an analogue format.

You can also install additional optional front active speakers away from the system (e.g. in another room) to reduce the inconvenience of running long speaker wires across rooms.You can place as many remote speakers as you like provided they operate at the same

radio frequency. Connect the wireless radio frequency transmitter to the LINE OUT terminals. Place the active speakers at your preferred location. Be sure to follow the instructions supplied with the active speakers.

Note:

–Availability of wireless transmitter and its peripherals are subjected to the approval of local authorities. Please check with respective local safety or approving authority.

EConnecting other equipment to your

system

You can 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 at the rear of the system.

F Subwoofer Out

Connection

Connect the optional active subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal. The subwoofer reproduces just the low bass sound effect (e.g. explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.). Be sure to follow the instructions supplied with the subwoofer.

G Digital Out Connection

You can record the digital sound from the CD, through this output, on any audio equipment with digital input (e.g. CD Recorder, Digital Audio Tape (DAT) deck, Digital to Analog Converter and Digital Signal Processor).

Connect one end of the cinch cable (not supplied) to the DIGITAL OUT socket and the other end to the audio equipment with digital input.When connecting the cinch cable, make sure it is fully inserted.

H AC Power Supply

After all other connections have been made, connect the AC power cord to the system and to the wall outlet.

Inserting batteries into the Remote Control

•Insert the batteries (Type R06 or

AA)into the remote control as shown in the battery compartment.

•To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove dead batteries or batteries that will not be used for a long time. For replacement, use type R06 or AA batteries.

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