Philips FWC72C/37, FWC71C37 User Manual

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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.

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

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

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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.

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,

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.

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 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.

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.

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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 grounding­type 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 tip­over.

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.

AC Polarized

Plug

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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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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FW-C71

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CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

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
– Batteries (two AA size) for remote

control
– AM loop antenna
– FM wire antenna
– AC power cord
– SS-315 Surround Speakers (for model

FW-C72 only)

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.

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Rear Connections

PREPARATION

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FM ANTENNA 300Ω

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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

• 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

PREPARATION

D Rear Surround

Speakers’ Connection

(for model FW-C72 only)

Connect the black (non-marked) wires
to the black REAR SURROUND
terminals and the colored (marked)
wires to the grey REAR SURROUND
terminals.

E Line Out Connection

(wireless ready)

You can connect the audio left and right
LINE OUT terminals to a optional CD
Recorder ANALOGUE 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.

F 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/CDR IN terminals at the rear
of the system.

G 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.

H 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.

I 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

• Inser t 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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