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MP3-CD
Mini Hi-Fi System
FW
M399
FW
M399
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Important notes for users in the
U.K.
Mains plug
This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13
Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug
proceed as follows:
1 Remove fuse cover and fuse.
2 Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 5 Amp,
A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type.
3 Refit the fuse cover.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket
outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate
plug fitted in its place.
If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should
have a value of 5 Amp. If a plug without a fuse
is used, the fuse at the distribution board
should not be greater than 5 Amp.
Note: The severed plug must be disposed of to
avoid a possible shock hazard should it be
inserted into a 13 Amp socket elsewhere.
How to connect a plug
The wires in the mains lead are coloured with
the following code: blue = neutral (N),
brown = live (L).
¶ As these colours may not correspond with the
colour markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:0
– Connect the blue wire to the terminal
marked N or coloured black.
– Connect the brown wire to the terminal
marked L or coloured red.
– Do not connect either wire to the earth
terminal in the plug, marked E (or e) or
coloured green (or green and yellow).
Before replacing the plug cover, make certain
that the cord grip is clamped over the sheath
of the lead - not simply over the two wires.
Italia
DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA’
Si dichiara che l’apparecchio FW M399 Philips
risponde alle prescrizioni dell’ar t. 2 comma 1 del
D.M. 28 Agosto 1995 n. 548.
Fatto a Eindhoven
Philips Consumer Electronics
Philips, Glaslaan 2
5616 JB Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Norge
Typeskilt finnes på apparatens under side.
Observer: Nettbryteren er sekundert
innkoplet. Den innebygde netdelen er
derfor ikke frakoplet nettet så lenge
apparatet er tilsluttet nettkontakten.
For å redusere faren for brann eller elektrisk
støt, skal apparatet ikke utsettes for regn eller
fuktighet.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than
herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure or other unsafe
operation.
Copyright in the U.K.
Recording and playback of material may
require consent. See Copyright Act 1956 and
The Performer’s Protection Acts 1958 to 1972.
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Advarsel: Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning
når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion.
Undgå utsættelse for stråling.
Bemærk: Netafbryderen er sekundært
indkoblet og ofbryder ikke strømmen fra
nettet. Den indbyggede netdel er derfor
tilsluttet til lysnettet så længe netstikket
sidder i stikkontakten.
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Klass 1 laseraparat
Varning! Om apparaten används på annat
sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats,
kan användaren utsättas för osynlig
laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för
laserklass 1.
Observera! Stömbrytaren är sekundärt
kopplad och bryter inte strömmen från
nätet. Den inbyggda nätdelen är därför
ansluten till elnätet så länge stickproppen
sitter i vägguttaget.
SF
Luokan 1 laserlaite
Varoitus! Laitteen käyttäminen
muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla
tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän
turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle
näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
Oikeus muutoksiin varataan. Laite ei
saa olla alttiina tippu-ja roiskevedelle.
Huom. Toiminnanvalitsin on kytketty
toisiopuolelle, eikä se kytke laitetta irti
sähköverkosta. Sisäänrakennettu verkkoosa on kytkettynä sähköverkkoon aina
silloin, kun pistoke on pistorasiassa.
(for tuner installation)
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Index
English ------------------------------------------------ 6
Français -------------------------------------------- 30
Español --------------------------------------------- 56
Deutsch --------------------------------------------- 81
Nederlands -------------------------------------- 108
Italiano -------------------------------------------- 134
Svenska ------------------------------------------- 160
English
Français
EspañolDeutschNederlandsItalianoSvenskaDanskSuomi
Dansk --------------------------------------------- 184
Suomi --------------------------------------------- 210
Português ---------------------------------------- 234
EППЛУИО¿----------------------------------------- 259
Português
EППЛУИО¿
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Contents
English
General Information
Supplied accessories ............................................ 7
Acknowledgement ............................................... 7
Environmental information ................................ 7
Safety information ................................................ 7
Preparations
Rear connections ............................................. 8–9
Optional connection ........................................... 9
Inserting batteries into the remote
control .................................................................... 9
Controls
Controls on the system and remote
control ........................................................... 10–11
Power
Antennas connection
Speakers connection
Connecting other equipment to your system
Radio Reception
Tuning to radio stations .................................... 19
Storing preset radio stations .................... 19–20
Automatic preset programming
Manual preset programming
Tuning to preset radio stations ....................... 20
RDS ................................................................ 20–21
Setting the RDS clock
NEWS ................................................................... 21
Tape Operation/Recording
Loading tape ........................................................ 22
Playing tapes ........................................................ 23
Rewinding/Fast forwarding ............................... 23
General information on recording ................. 23
Preparation for recording ................................ 23
One touch recording......................................... 23
CD Synchronised start recording .................. 24
Dubbing tapes ..................................................... 24
Basic Functions
Plug and Play ........................................................ 12
Demonstration mode ........................................ 13
Switching the system on ................................... 13
Switching the system to standby mode ........ 13
Switching the system to Eco Power
standby mode ...................................................... 13
Dim mode ............................................................ 13
Volume control ................................................... 14
Sound navigation.......................................... 14–15
MAX sound
VEC (Victual Environment Control)
DSC (Digital Sound Control)
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
Incredible Surround
CD/MP3-CD Operations
Discs for playback .............................................. 16
About MP3 disc .................................................. 16
Loading discs ....................................................... 16
Playing discs ......................................................... 17
Replacing discs during playback ...................... 17
Selecting a desired track/passage.................... 17
Selecting a desired Album/Title
(MP3 disc only) ................................................... 17
Repeat play .......................................................... 18
Programming the disc tracks ........................... 18
Erasing the programme ..................................... 18
External Sources
Listening to external sources .......................... 24
Clock/Timer
View clock............................................................ 25
Clock setting ....................................................... 25
Timer setting ....................................................... 26
To deactivate the TIMER
To activate the TIMER
Sleep timer setting ............................................. 26
Specifications ........................................... 27
Maintenance.............................................. 28
Troubleshooting ............................. 28–29
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General Information
This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the European
Community.
Supplied accessories
– 2 speaker boxes
– remote control
– batteries (two AA size) for remote control
– AM loop antenna
– FM wire antenna
– AC power cord
Acknowledgement
Energy Star
As an ENERGY STAR
Partner, Philips has
determined that this product
meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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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
specialised company. Please observe the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging
materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment.
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.
● The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with items,
such as newspapers, table-cloths, cur tains, etc.
● Do not expose the system, batteries or discs to
excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources
caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
● No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
● No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
● The lens may cloud over when the system is
suddenly moved from cold to warm
surroundings, making it impossible to play a disc.
Leave the system in the warm environment until
the moisture evaporates.
● The mechanical par ts of the set contain self-
lubricating 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
English
FM wire antenna
AUX/
CDR
IN
LR
speaker
AM ANTENNA
(right)
+
R
—
—
L
+
SPEAKERS 6Ω
Rear connections
The type plate is located at the rear of the
system.
For users in the U.K.: please follow the
instructions on page 2.
AM loop
antenna
FM AERIAL
75Ω
AC
MAINS
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
speaker
(left)
AC power cord
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 any connections
with the power switched on.
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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Fix the claw
to the slot
● Position the antenna as far as possible from a TV,
VCR or other radiation source.
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Preparations
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
terminals, right speaker to "R" and left speaker to
"L", coloured (marked) wire to "+" and black
(unmarked) wire to "-".
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● Fully inser t the stripped por tion of the speaker
wire into the terminal 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.
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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
Use a cinch cable to connect AUX/CDR IN to
the analogue audio out terminals of an external
equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD
player or CD Recorder).
Note:
– If you are connecting equipment with a mono
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 (the output
sound still remain mono).
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.
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CAUTION!
– Remove batteries if they are exhausted
or will not 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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Controls (illustrations on page 3)
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Controls on the system and
remote control
1 STANDBY ON y
– to switch the system on or to standby mode.
2 ECO POWER
– to switch the system on or to Eco Power
standby mode.
3 DISC 1/2/3 (CD DIRECT 1/2/3)
– to select a disc tray for playback.
4 Source selection – to select the following :
CD (CD 1•2•3)
– to select disc tray 1, 2 or 3.
TUNER (BAND)
– to select waveband : FM, MW or LW.
TAPE (TAPE 1•2)
– to select tape deck 1 or 2.
AUX (VIDEO/CDR)
– to select the input for an additional appliance :
AUX or CDR.
5 Mode Selection
à á SEARCH• TUNING
( 4 ALBUM 3)
for MP3-CD .............to select previous/next
album.
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.
Ç STOP•CLEAR (DEMO STOP)
for CD/ MP3-CD .. to stop playback or to clear a
programme.
for Tuner ..................... (on the system only) to stop
programming.
for Tape ....................... to stop playback or
recording.
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.
ÉÅ PLAY•PA US E
for CD/ MP3-CD .. to start or interr upt
playback.
for Tape .......................to start playback.
for Plug & Play......... (on the system only) to initiate
and start plug & play mode.
í PREV / ë NEXT (- TITLE +)
for MP3-CD ............ to select previous/next title.
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.
6 SOUND NAVIGATION
– to select and activate the JOG control for the
desired sound feature : DBB, DSC or VEC.
7 JOG
– to select the desired sound effect for the
selected sound feature.
DBB ..................DBB 1, DBB 2 or DBB 3.
DSC ..................OPTIMAL, JAZZ, ROCK or
TECHNO.
VEC .................. CINEMA, HALL or CONCERT.
8 INCREDIBLE SURROUND (INC.
SURR.)
– to activate or deactivate the surround sound
effect.
9 CLOCK•TIMER (CLK/ TIMER)
– to view the clock.
– set the clock or set the timer.
0 Tape Deck Operation
RECORD ●
– to start recording on tape deck 2.
DUBBING
– to dub a tape.
! Tape deck 1
@ Tape deck 2
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Controls
# DIM MODE
– to select different brightness for the display
screen : DIM 1, DIM 2, DIM 3 or DIM OFF.
$ # OPEN
– to open the tape deck door.
% PROGRAM
for CD/ MP3-CD .. to programme disc tracks.
for Tuner ..................... to programme preset radio
for Clock .................... to select 12- or 24-hour
stations.
clock mode.
^ MAX SOUND (MAX ON/ OFF)
– to activate or deactivate the optimal mix of
various sound features.
& n
– to connect headphones.
* VOLUME (VOLUME +/-)
– to increase or decrease the volume.
( NEWS
– to hear News automatically.
) RDS
– to select RDS information.
¡ Disc tray
™ OPEN•CLOSE
– to open or close the disc tray.
£ DISC CHANGE
– to change disc(s).
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Display screen
– to view the current status of the system.
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REPEAT
– to playback track(s)/disc(s)/programme
repeatedly.
§ SLEEP
– to activate/deactivate or set the sleep timer.
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MUTE
– Mutes or restores the volume.
• TIMER ON/OFF
– activates/deactivates the timer function.
ª DISPLAY (on the remote control)
– Displays the album and title name for MP3 disc.
º REPLAY (A. REPLAY)
– to select continuous playback in either AUTO
REPLAY or ONCE mode only.
⁄ B
– to switch the system to standby mode.
– to switch the system to Eco Power standby
mode.
English
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 or TUNER,
for example).
– Then select the desired function (É,
ë
, for example).
í
,
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Basic Functions
English
IMPORTANT!
Before you operate the system, complete
the preparation procedures.
Plug and Play (for tuner installation)
Plug and Play allows you to store all available
RDS stations and radio stations automatically.
First time setup/power up
1 When you turn on the main supply, "AUTO
INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" is displayed.
2 PressÉÅ on the system to start installation.
➜ "INSTALL" is displayed, followed by "TUNER"
and "AUTO".
➜ PROG starts flashing.
➜ The system will automatically store the radio
stations with sufficient signal strength, starting
from all RDS stations and followed by FM, MW
and LW bands respectively. Weak RDS stations
may be stored in later presets.
➜ When all the available radio stations are
stored or the memory for 40 presets are used,
the last preset radio station (or the first available
RDS station) will be played.
3 The system will proceed to set the RDS clock if
the first preset is an RDS station.
➜ "INSTALL" is displayed, followed by "TIME"
and "SEARCH RDS TIME".
➜ When RDS time is read, "RDS TIME" is
displayed and the current time will be stored.
➜ If RDS station does not transmit RDS time
within 90 seconds, the programme will exit
automatically and the display will show “NO RDS
TIME”.
● If the first preset is non-RDS station;
➜ The programme will exit automatically.
To reinstall Plug and Play
1 In standby or demonstration mode, press and
holdÉÅ on the system until "AUTO INSTALL
- PRESS PLAY" is displayed.
2 PressÉÅ again to start installation.
➜ All previously stored radio stations will be
replaced.
To exit without storing the Plug and Play
● Press Çon the system.
➜ If you do not complete the Plug and Play
installation, the function will be restarted when
you next turn on the main supply again.
Notes:
– When the power is turned on, the disc tray may
open and close to initialise the system.
– 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.
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Basic Functions
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 holdÇon the
system for 5 seconds to switch to
demonstration.
To deactivate the demonstration
● Press and holdÇon the system for 5 seconds to
switch to standby mode.
Switching the system on
In standby/demonstration mode
● Press STANDBY ON to switch on the last
selected source.
● Press CD, TUNER, TAPE (TAPE 1/2) or
AUX.
● Press OPEN•CLOSE.
➜ The system will switch to CD mode.
In Eco Power standby mode
● Press ECO POWER to switch on the last
selected source.
● Press CD, TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX on the
remote control.
Switching the system to Eco
Power standby mode (< 1 Watt)
● Press ECO POWER (or press and hold B on
the remote control).
➜ "ECO PWR" is 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.
Dim mode
You can select the desired brightness for the
display.
● In any source mode (except Eco Power standby
or standby mode), press DIM MODE
repeatedly to select DIM 1, DIM 2, DIM 3 or
DIM OFF display mode.
➜ DIM is shown, except for DIM OFF mode.
English
Switching the system to standby
mode
In demonstration mode
● Press and hold 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.
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Basic Functions
English
Volume control
Adjust VOLUME to increase (turn knob
clockwise or press VOLUME +) or decrease
(turn knob anti-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" is displayed.
● To restore the volume, press MUTE again or
increase the volume level.
Sound navigation
For optimal sound listening, select only one
of the following navigation sound controls
at a time : MAX SOUND, DSC or VEC.
VEC (Virtual Environment Control)
The VEC feature enables you to adjust the
system to select a type of environment.
1 Press VEC.
➜ The selected VEC is shown.
2 Adjust the JOG control (or press VEC on the
remote control repeatedly) to select : CINEMA,
HALL or CONCERT.
Note:
– When you select VEC, Incredible Surround will
switch on automatically.
MAX Sound
MAX sound provides the best mixture of
various sound features (DSC, VEC, DBB, for
example).
● Press MAX SOUND (or MAX on the remote
control) repeatedly.
➜ If activated, MAX SOUND is shown and the
MAX SOUND button lights up.
➜ If deactivated, “MAX OFF” is displayed.
Note:
– When MAX sound is selected, all other sound
navigation will switch off automatically.
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DSC (Digital Sound Control)
The DSC feature enables you to enjoy special
sound effects that have preset equaliser settings,
providing the best music reproduction.
1 Press DSC.
➜ The selected DSC is shown.
2 Adjust the JOG control (or press DSC on the
remote control repeatedly) to select : OPTIMAL,
JAZZ, ROCK or TECHNO.
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Basic Functions
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
There are three DBB settings to enhance the
bass response.
1 Press DBB.
➜ The selected DBB is shown, except for DBB
OFF mode.
2 Adjust the JOG control (or press DBB 1/2/3
on the remote control repeatedly) to select :
DBB 1, DBB 2, DBB 3 or DBB OFF.
Note:
– Some discs or tapes might be recorded in high
modulation, which causes a distortion at high
volume. If this occurs, switch off DBB or reduce the
volume.
Automatic DSC-DBB selection
The best DBB setting is generated automatically
for each DSC 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 INC.
SURR. on the remote control) repeatedly.
➜ If activated, INC. SUR is shown and
“INCR SUR” is displayed.
➜ If deactivated, “IS OFF” is displayed.
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CD/MP3-CD Operations
English
IMPORTANT!
– This system is designed for regular discs.
Therefore, do not use any accessories such
as disc stabiliser 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,
finalised digital audio CD-Recordable (CDR)
discs and finalised digital audio CD-Rewritable
(CDRW)discs.
MP3-CDs (CD-ROMs with MP3 tracks)
About MP3 disc
Supported formats
– ISO9660, Joliet, Multisession
– Max. track number plus album is 255
– Max. nested directory is 8 levels
– The max. album number is 32
– The max. MP3 programme track number is 99
– Suppor ted VBR bit-rate
– Supported sampling frequencies for MP3 disc
are: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
– Supported Bit-rates of MP3 disc are: 32, 64,
96, 128, 192, 256 (kbps)
Making your own MP3-CD
1 Rip the music from your own Digital Audio CDs
or download legal MP3 music from the Internet.
2 Record (“burn”) the music on CD-R(W) disc
with your home PC. Make sure to use a
recording speed not faster than indicated on the
CD-R(W) and avoid running other programme
simultaneously on your PC during the recording
process.
Sound Quality
Take note that MP3-CD compilations should
best contain only MP3 tracks (*.mp3). To
achieve a good MP3 quality, a bit rate of
128 kbps is recommended.
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CD/MP3-CD Operations
Loading discs
1 Press OPEN•CLOSE to open the disc tray.
2 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.
2
2
1
1
3 Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the disc tray.
➜ "READING" is 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
on the disc tray.
➜ For MP3 disc, the name of the first album
and title will be scrolled through the display once
and followed by "AXX TXXX".
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.
– For MP3 disc, the disc reading time may exceed
10 seconds due to the large number of songs
compiled into one disc.
Playing discs
To play all discs on the disc tray
● Press ÉÅ .
➜ All the available discs will play once, then stop.
➜ During playback, the selected disc tray, track
number and elapsed playing time of the current
track are displayed.
➜ For MP3 disc, TITLE is shown. For mixed
mode discs, only one mode will be selected for
playback depending on the recording format.
To interrupt playback
● Press ÉÅ .
➜ The current track time flashes.
● To resume playback, press ÉÅ again.
To stop playback
● Press Ç.
For MP3-CD
● During palyback, press DISPLAY to show the
album and title name.
Replacing discs during playback
1 Press DISC CHANGE.
➜ The disc tray will open without interrupting
current playback.
2 To change the inner disc, press DISC
CHANGE again.
➜ "DISC CHANGE" is displayed and the disc
will stop playing.
➜ The disc tray will close to retrieve the inner
disc, then reopen with the inner disc accessible.
Selecting a desired track/passage
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 is displayed.
● If playback is stopped, press ÉÅ to start
playback.
English
To play the selected disc only
● In CD mode, press DISC 1/2/3 (or CD
DIRECT 1/2/3 on the remote control).
➜ The selected disc will play once, then stop.
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CD/MP3-CD Operations
English
Selecting a desired Album/Title
(MP3 disc only)
To select a desired album
● Press ALBUM -/+ (à or á) repeatedly.
➜ The album’s name will scroll through the
display once.
To select a desired title
● Press TITLE -/+ (í / ë) repeatedly .
➜ The title’s name will scroll through the display
once.
Note:
– The album and title will only be displayed once
when selected. To view again, press the DISPLAY
button repeatedly to display ALBUM and TITLE
alternatively.
Repeat play
You can select and change the various play
modes before or during playback.
1 Press REPEAT on the remote control
repeatedly to select :
➜ "REPEAT TRACK" – to repeat playback of
the current track.
➜ "REPEAT DISC" – to repeat playback of
the current disc.
➜ "REPEAT PROGRAMM" – to repeat playback
of the programmed tracks.
2 To resume normal playback, press REPEAT
until "REPEAT OFF" is displayed.
➜ REP is shown, except for REPEAT OFF mode.
Notes:
– During programme play mode, it is not possible
to repeat playback the current disc (Repeat Disc
mode).
– Pressing theÇSTOP button will cancel all
repeat modes.
Programming the disc tracks
Programming tracks is possible when playback is
stopped. Up to 99 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 DISC 1/2/3 to select a disc.
3 Press PROG to star t programming.
➜ PROG starts flashing.
4 Press í or ë repeatedly to select the desired
track.
● For MP3 disc, press ALBUM -/+ and
TITLE -/+ to select the desired album and
title for programming.
5 Press PROG to store the track.
● Repeat steps 4–5 to store other discs and
tracks.
6 To end programming, press Ç once.
➜ PROG stays and the programme mode
remains active.
➜ The total number of tracks programmed and
the total playing time are displayed.
➜ For MP3 disc, total playing time will not be
shown.
7 To start programme play, pressÉÅ.
➜ "PLAY PROGRAM" is displayed.
Notes:
– It is not possible to create a programme with
MP3 tracks from multiple CDs, or combined with
normal audio tracks.
– If the total playing time is more than "99:59"
then "--:--" is displayed instead of the total
playing time.
– If you attempt to programme more than 99
tracks, "FULL" is displayed.
– During programming, if no button is pressed
within 20 seconds, the system will exit the
programme mode automatically.
To review the programme
● Stop playback and pressí or ë repeatedly.
● To exit review mode, press Ç.
Erasing the programme
● Press Ç once when playback is stopped or
twice during playback.
➜ PROG disappears and "PROGRAM CLEARED"
is displayed.
Note:
– The programme will be erased when the system
is disconnected from the power supply or when the
disc tray is opened.
For Recording, please refer to “Tape
Operation/Recording”.
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Radio Reception
NEWS
Tuning to radio stations
1 Press TUNER to select TUNER mode.
➜ "TUNER" is displayed. A few seconds later, the
current radio frequency will appear on the
display.
2 Press TUNER again to select the desired
waveband : FM, MW or LW.
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.
4 Repeat step 3 if necessary until you find the
desired radio station.
● To tune to a weak station, press à or á briefly
and repeatedly until optimal reception found.
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”).
OR
1 Press TUNER to select TUNER mode.
English
To begin automatic preset from a desired
preset number
● Press í or ë to select the desired preset
number.
➜ If a radio station has been stored in one of
the presets, it will not be stored again under
another preset number.
2 Press and hold PROGRAM until "AUTO" is
displayed.
➜ PROG starts flashing.
➜ The system will automatically store the radio
stations with sufficient signal strength, star ting
from all RDS stations and followed by FM, MW
and LW bands respectively. Weak RDS stations
may be stored in later presets.
➜ When all the available radio stations are
stored or the memory for 40 presets are used,
the last preset radio station (or the first available
RDS station) will be played.
To stop storing the automatic preset
● Press PROGRAM 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.
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Radio Reception
English
Manual Preset Programming
1 Tune to your desired radio station (refer to
“Tuning to radio stations”).
2 Press PROGRAM.
➜ PROG starts flashing.
➜ The next available preset number is displayed
for selection.
To store the radio station to another
preset number
● Press í or ë to select the desired preset
number.
3 Press PROGRAM again to store the radio
station.
➜ PROG disappears.
● Repeat steps 1–3 to store other radio stations.
To exit manual preset mode
● Press Ç on the system.
Notes:
– If you attempt to store more than 40 preset
radio stations, "FULL" is displayed.
– During programming, if no key is pressed within
20 seconds, the system will exit the programme
mode automatically.
Tuning to preset radio stations
● Once you’ve programmed the radio stations,
press í or ë to select the desired preset
number.
➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and
waveband are displayed.
RDS
RDS (Radio Data System) is a broadcasting
service that allows FM stations to send additional
information along with the regular FM radio
signal. This additional information can contain:
Station name: The radio station name is
displayed.
Programme type: The following programme
types exist and can be received by your tuner:
News, Affairs, Info, Sport, Educate, Drama,
Culture, Science, Varied, Pop M, Rock M, M.O.R.
(middle of the road music), Light M, Classics,
Other M, No type.
Radio text (RT): text messages appear on the
display.
To receive RDS Radio Stations
● Tuned to a radio station from FM band.
➜ If the radio station is transmitting RDS signal,
the RDS logo (RDS) and the radio station name
will appear on the display.
To Check the RDS information
● Press RDS repeatedly to scroll through the
following information (if available) :
STATION NAME ™ PROGRAMME TYPE ™
RADIO TEXT ™ TUNED FREQUENCY ™
STATION NAME ....
Notes:
– If the tuned radio station does not transmit RDS
signal or is a non RDS station, "NO RDS" is
displayed.
– If the RDS text message is not available at the
RDS station, "NO RDS TEXT" is displayed.
For Recording, please refer to “Tape
Operation/Recording”.
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Radio Reception
Setting the RDS clock
Some RDS radio station may be transmitting a
real clock time at an interval of every minute. It
is possible to set the clock by using a time signal
which is broadcast together with the RDS signal.
1 Press CLOCK•TIMER and RDS.
➜ "SEARCH RDS TIME" is displayed.
➜ When RDS time is read, "RDS TIME" is
displayed and the current time will be stored.
➜ If the RDS radio station does not transmit
RDS time within 90 seconds, "NO RDS TIME" is
displayed.
Note:
– Some RDS radio station may be transmitting a
real time clock at a minute interval. The accuracy
of the transmitted time depends on the
transmitting RDS radio station.
NEWS (only available in RDS radio station)
Once the News PTY (Programme Type) is
detected in a RDS radio station, it will switch to
TUNER mode automatically.
IMPORTANT!
You can activate NEWS function in standby,
demonstration or any source mode except
Tuner and Eco Power standby mode.
2 When NEWS transmission is detected, the
system will switch to Tuner mode automatically.
➜ NEWS starts flashing.
Notes:
– You have to exit Tuner mode before selecting
NEWS function.
– Before you activate the NEWS feature, ensure
that the first five presets have RDS stations.
– The NEWS works only once for each activation.
– The NEWS will not start if a recording is in
progress.
– If no RDS station is detected, "NO RDS NEWS"
is displayed.
To cancel NEWS function
● Press NEWS again or press TUNER to select
tuner mode.
● During news bulletin, press any other available
source keys to execute the relevant source mode.
English
To activate NEWS function
1 Press NEWS until "NEWS" is displayed.
➜ NEWS is shown.
➜ It will scan the radio stations stored in the
first 5 preset and wait for the News Programme
Type data to be available in any of these RDS
radio stations.
➜ While searching NEWS in progress, the
current source activity will remain uninterrupted.
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Tape Operation/Recording
English
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).
Loading tape
1 Press OPEN to open the tape deck door.
2 Load the tape with the open side downward and
full spool to the left.
3 Close the tape deck door.
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Playing tapes
To playback a selected tape deck
1 Press TAPE (or TAPE 1/2 on the remote
control) repeatedly to select tape deck 1 or 2.
2 Press ÉÅ .
To stop playback
● Press Ç.
To select automatic replay or one time
playback
● Press A. REPLAY (or REPLAY on the Remote
Control) repeatedly to select the different
playback modes.
➜ "AUTO REPLAY" ( ) or "ONCE" ( )
is displayed.
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.
ONCE ..............the tape will playback the
selected side once and then stop.
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Tape Operation/Recording
Rewinding / Fast forwarding
1 Stop playback, press à or á.
➜ The tape will stop automatically at the end of
rewinding or fast forwarding.
2 Press Ç to stop rewinding or fast forwarding.
Note:
– During rewinding or fast forwarding of a tape, it
is also possible to select another source (CD or
TUNER, for example).
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, DBB,
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.
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 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
➜ REC starts flashing.
● It is not possible to listen to another source,
except tape dubbing.
● It is not possible to activate the timer function
during recording or tape dubbing.
One touch recording
1 Press CD, TUNER or AUX to select the
source.
2 Start playback of the selected source.
3 Press RECORD to start recording.
To stop recording
● Press Ç on the system.
English
Note:
– One Touch Recording is not possible in TAPE
mode, "SELECT SOURCE" is displayed.
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Tape Operation/Recording
English
CD Synchronised start recording
1 Press CD to select the disc.
● Press í or ë to select the desired track to
start recording.
● You can programme the tracks in the order you
want them to be recorded (refer to “CD
Operation - Programming the disc tracks”).
2 Press RECORD to star t recording.
➜ The disc will start playback automatically.
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" is displayed.
● Dubbing of tapes is possible on one side of the
tape only. To continue recording on the reverse
side, at the end of side A, flip the tape 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.
External Sources
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 to select external equipment.
➜ "AUX" or "CDR" is displayed.
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Note:
– All the sound control features (DSC or DBB, for
example) are available for selection.
– Refer to the operating instructions for the
connected equipment for details.
For Recording, please refer to “Tape
Operation/Recording”.
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Clock/Timer
English
IMPORTANT!
– When in Eco Power standby mode, it is
not possible to operate the clock or timer
function.
– Use CLOCK•TIMER on the set to set the
clock and timer.
– CLK•TIMER on the remote control allows
you to view the times only.
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 CLK•TIMER on the
remote control).
➜ The clock is displayed for a few seconds.
➜ If the clock has not been set, "--:--" is
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 In standby or view clock mode, press
CLOCK•TIMER once. In other source mode,
press CLOCK•TIMER twice.
2 Press PROGRAM repeatedly to select clock
mode.
➜ "AM 12:00" or "00:00" starts 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 starts 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.
– To set the clock automatically through the time
information in the RDS signal, refer to "Radio
Reception - Setting the RDS clock".
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Clock/Timer
English
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.
To deactivate the TIMER
● Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control.
➜ The display will show "OFF" and TIMER will
disappear from the display.
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 to 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 starts flashing.
➜ TIMER starts flashing.
➜ The selected source will be lighted while
other available sources are flashing.
2 Press CD, TUNER or TAPE to select the
desired source.
● Before setting timer, make sure the music source
has been prepared.
CD – Load the disc(s). To start from a specific
track, make a programme (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 star t time.
➜ TIMER remains on the display.
● At the preset time, the selected source will play.
To exit without storing the setting
● Press Çon the system.
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.
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" is displayed. "XX" is
the time in minutes.
2 When you reach the desired length of time, stop
pressing the SLEEP button.
➜ SLEEP is shown, except for "OFF" mode.
➜ The sleep timer is now set. Before the system
switches to standby mode, a countdown of 10
seconds is displayed.
"SLEEP 10" ™ "SLEEP 9".... ™ "SLEEP 1"
™ "SLEEP"
To check the remaining length of time
after sleep timer is activated
● Press SLEEP once.
To change the preset sleep timer
● Press SLEEP again while the remaining sleep
timer is shown.
➜ The display will show the next sleep timer
options.
To deactivate the sleep timer
● Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed,
or press the STANDBY ON button.
Notes:
– When the preset time is reached and the
selected disc tray is empty, the next available disc
will be selected. If all the disc trays are not
available, Tuner will be selected automatically.
– During timer setting, if no button is pressed
within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting
mode automatically.
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER
Output power ................................... 2 x 240 W MPO
................................................................. 2 x 120 W RMS
Signal-to-noise ratio .......................... ≥ 67 dBA (IEC)
Frequency response .......................... 50 – 15000 Hz
Input sensitivity
AUX/CDR In .......................................... 500 mV / 1V
Output
Speakers ....................................................................≥ 6 Ω
Headphones ...................................... 32 Ω – 1000 Ω
(1) (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD)
CD/MP3-CD PLAYER
Number of programmable tracks ......................... 99
Frequency response .......................... 20 – 20000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio ....................................... ≥ 80 dBA
Channel separation ..........................≥ 60 dB (1 kHz)
Total harmonic distortion ........................... < 0.003%
MPEG 1 Layer 3 (MP3-CD) .......... MPEG AUDIO
MP3-CD bit rate ....................................... 32-256 kbps
Sampling frequencies ....................... 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
TUNER
FM wave range ...................................87.5 – 108 MHz
MW wave rang................................... 531 – 1602 kHz
LW wave range .....................................153 – 279 kHz
Number of presets ........................................................ 40
Antenna
FM ....................................................................... 75 Ω wire
AM .............................................................. Loop antenna
(128 kbps advised)
TAPE PLAYER
(1)
Frequency response
Normal tape (type I) ...... 80 – 12500 Hz (8 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio
Normal tape (type I) ................................. ≥ 48 dBA
Wow and flutter ......................................... ≤ 0.4% DIN
SPEAKERS
System .................... 3-way; double port bass reflex
Impedance ........................................................................ 6 Ω
Woofer ...................................................................... 1 x 6.5"
Tweeter ...................................................................... 1 x 2.5"
Dimensions (w x h x d) . 247 x 320 x 218 (mm)
Weight............................................................. 3.36 kg each
GENERAL
Material/finish ................................... Polystyrene/Metal
AC Power .....................................220 – 230 V / 50 Hz
Power Consumption
Active ...................................................................... 175 W
Standby .................................................................. ≤ 25 W
Eco Power standby ......................................... < 1 W
Dimensions (w x h x d) .. 265 x 310 x 382 (mm)
Weight (without speakers) .............................. 8.76 kg
Specifications and external appearance are
subject to change without notice.
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Maintenance
English
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 dir ty,
clean it with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the centre
out. Do not wipe in circular
motion.
● Do not use solvents such as
benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners,
or antistatic spray intended for analogue 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
cleaner.
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.
Demagnetising the heads
● Use a demagnetising tape available at your
dealer.
Troubleshooting
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 solve a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
Problem Solution
CD OPERATION
“NO DISC” is displayed. – Inser t a disc.
“DISC NOT FINALIZED” is displayed. – Use a finalised CD-RW or CD-R.
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– Check if the disc is inser ted upside down.
– Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens
has cleared.
– Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.
– Use a finalised CD-RW or a correct MP3-CD
format disc.
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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 par ts, 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.
– Make sure the MP3-CD was recorded within
32-256 kbps bit rate with sampling frequencies
at 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 32 kHz.
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 directly towards the IR
sensor.
The timer is not working. – Set the clock correctly.
– Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER to switch on the
timer.
– If recording or tape dubbing is in progress, stop
recording.
Not all lighted buttons are showing light. – Press DIM to select DIM OFF 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 Çon the system to switch off
automatically and buttons start flashing. the demonstration.
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