Philips FW-C150 User Manual

FW-C150

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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.

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.

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.

Know these

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This “bolt of lightning” indicates uninsulated material
within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the

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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.

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

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.

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. ________________________________

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

blade of plug to wide slot, and fully insert.

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

To prevent electric shock, match wide

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

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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

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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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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
manufacturer’s 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.

AC Polarized

Plug

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.

15.Battery usage

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

0 Install all batteries correctly, + and - as

marked on the unit.

0 Do not mix batteries (old and new or

carbon and alkaline, etc.).

0 Remove batteries when the unit is not used

for a long time.

CAUTION – To

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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.)

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]

EL4965E006 / MAC 4110 / 12-98

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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.

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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.

Accessories (Supplied)

– 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
each side

• 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.

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CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

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Rear Connections

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PREPARATION

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FM ANTENNA

300Ω

AM ANTENNA

AUX IN

AC

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VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

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127V

220V-
240V

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AUDIO OUT

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PREPARATION

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 AERIAL (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 AERIAL (FM ANTENNA) 300 Ω
terminal using a 300 Ω dipole wire.

FM AERIAL 300Ω

FM ANTENNA 300Ω

OR

C Speakers Connection

• Connect the right speaker to Front
terminal R, with the colored wire to
+ and the black wire to -.

• Connect the left speaker to Front
terminal L, with the colored wire to
+ and the black wire to -.

• Clip the stripped portion of the
speaker wire as shown.

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 Connecting 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 IN terminals at the rear of the
system.

E 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 (not supplied)
into the remote control as shown in
the battery compar tment (Type R06
or AA).

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 they should be
disposed off properly.

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