Philips MAS-300 User Manual

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User guide
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English:
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
This waraing label is located on the rear side
and inside this laser product.
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CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result In hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all Instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near
¥«ter.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
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.
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A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet
ACFblarized
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10. Protect the power cord fhom being
walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of time.
M* 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.
IS.Battery usage CAUTION -To
prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage
to the unit
• Install all batteries correctly, + and - as
marked on the unit
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or
carbon and alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table specified
by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-oven
EL4475-E00-4.02/8
11.Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturen

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the unit has
a double insulation system
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Index
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Contents
General Information
Supplied accessories...................................................................9
Environmental information........................................................ 9
Safety information
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Preparations
Rear connections
Inserting batteries into the remote control. 11
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Power Antennas connection Speakers connection
10-11
Controls
Conm>ls on the s/stem and remote control
.......................................................................................12
Basic Functions
Plug and Play............................................................................13
Demonstration mode.............................................................. 14
Switching the system on.......................................................... 14
Switching the system to standby mode
Dim mode................................................................................ 14
Volume control.........................................................................14
Sound control
..........................................................................
DSC (Digital Sound Control) DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
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CD Operation
Discs for playback.....................................................................16
Loading discs............................................................................16
Playing discs..............................................................................17
Selecting a desired track/passage Replacing discs during playback
Repeat and Shuffle.............................................................17-18
Repeat play
Random play Ptxjgramming the disc tracks Erasing the program
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Tape Operation/Recording
Loading tape.............................................................................21
Playing tapes.............................................................................21
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Rewlnding/Fast forwarding General information on recording Preparation for recording
One touch recording.................................................................22
CD Synchronized start recording ........................
Dubbing tapes
Maintenance
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22 22 22
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23
Clock/Timer
View clock.................................................................................. 24
Clock setting.............................................................................. 24
Timer setting........................................................................24-2S
Deactivating the timer
Activating the timer
Sleep timer setting
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Specifications............................................................................. 26
Troubleshooting
Limited Warranty
17 17
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27-28
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Radio Reception
Tuning to radio stations Storing preset radio stations
Automatic preset programming
Manuai preset programming
Tuning to preset radio stations................................................20
Erasing a preset radio station...................................................20
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19-20
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General Information
Thlt system compiles with the FCC rules, Part IS 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.

Supplied accessories

- 2 speaker boxes
- remote control
- AM loop antenna
- FM wire antenna

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

Safety information

Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or
the voltage indication beside the voltage
selector) of your system is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If not please consult your dealer
Place the system on a flat hard and stable surface.
Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat build-up in your system. Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit and 5 cm (2 inches) from each side.
Do not expose the system, batteries or discs to excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight
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 parts of the set contain self­lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated.
When the system is switched to Standby mode, it is stili consuming some power. 1b disconnect the system from the power suppiy compieteiy, remove the AC power plug from the wail socket.
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Preparations

Rear connections

The type plate Is located at the rear of the
system.
@ Power
Before connecting the AC power cord to the
wall outlet, ensure that all other connections
have been made.
WARNINGI
- For optimal performance, use only the
original power cable.
- Never make or change any connections
with the power switched on.
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(§) 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
• Position the antenna as far as possible from aTV, 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 AERIAL (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“, colored (marked) wire to"+’ and black
(unmarked) wire to ’ —
• Fully insert the stripped portion 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 ony one pair of •hi — speaker terminals.
- Do not connect speakers with impedance lower than the speakers supplied. Please refer to the SPEaflCATIONS section of this manual.

Inserting batteries into the remote control

Insert two batteries type R03 or AAA (not
supplied) into the remote control with the
correct polarity as indicated by the" +" and “ symbols inside the battery compartment
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Controls (illustrations on page 3)
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Controls on the system and remote control

© STANDBY ON (!)

- to switch the system on or to standby mode. @ TAPE (TAPE 1/2)
- to select tape mode. @ TUNER (FM-AM)
- to select waveband ; FM or AM. ® CD 1 / CD 2 / CD 3 (CD 1/2/3)
- to select disc tray 1,2 or 3.

® CD OPEN/CLOSE

- to open or close the disc tray.

® DISC CHANGE

- to change disc(s).

® DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL (DSC)

- to select the desired sound effect: JAZZ, ROCK.TECHNO or OPTIMAL

® DYNAMIC BASS BOOST (DBB)

- to select the desired bass boost level.

®PROGRAM

for CD.................................to program disc tracks.
for Tuner..................to program preset radio stations.
for Clock
..................
to select 12- or 24-hour clock
forTimer
@1 Tape deck 1 operation
.......................................
► ............................to start playback.
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@ Tape deck 2 operation
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II
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@ CLOCK'TIMER

- to view the clock, set the clock or set the timer
(g) DIM
- to select different brightness for the display screen ; DIM 1, DIM 2, DIM 3 or DIM OFF.
mode.
...................
to select CD program mode as
the wake up source.
to start recording.
..............
to rewind or fest forward.
..............to stop playback/recording or to
open the tape doon
to interrupt playback or
recording.
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to start playback.
to rewind or fast forward.
to stop playback or to open the
tape doon
to interrupt playback.
@ 0
- to connect headphones.
@ VOLUME ▲ T (VOL +I-)
- to increase or decrease the volume.
(g) Mode Selection

PLAY'PAUSE Pll

for CD
......................
for Plug & Play...(on the system only) to initiate
to start or interrupt playback.
and start plug & play mode.
SEARCH/TUNING 44 ►►
for CD
......................
forTuner...................to tune to a lower or higher
for Clock
to search backward/forward.
radio frequency.
_________
(on the system only) to set the
hour

STOP'CLEAR / DEMO STOP ■

for CD
......................
to stop playback or to clear a
forTuner...................(on the system only) to stop
for Demo.................(on the system only) to activate/
for Clock
for Plug & Play...(on the system only) to exit plug
program.
programming or to erase a selected preset
deactivate the demonstration.
..................
(on the system only) to exit clock
setting or cancel timer.
& play mode.

PREV M / NEXT M (PRESET ▼ / A )

for CD
......................
to skip to the beginning of the
forTuner...................to select a preset radio station.
for Clock
@ Display screen
- to view the current status of the system.
current previous, or next track.
..................
(on the system only) to set the
minute.
(g) Disc tray (g) REPEAT
- to playback track(s)/disc(s)/program repeatedly.

@ MUTE

- to interrupt or resume sound reproduction.

@ SHUFFLE

- to playback all available discs and their tracks/ program in random order.

@ SLEEP

- to activate/deactivate or set the sleep timer.
@ (!)
- to switch the system to standby mode.
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Basic Functions
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Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures.

Plug and Play

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

First time setup/power up

When you turn on the main power "HL/TD
lUSPOLL -Pf?C5S PLfiy" is displayed. Press ►!! on the system to start installation.
’IfjyrRLL" is displayed,.followed by'fUfCR" and “RUfD‘. "+ PROO starts flashing. "♦ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored automatically, starting from FM and followed by AM band.
When all the available radio stations are stored or the memory for 40 presets are used, the last preset radio station will be played.
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To exit without storing the Plug and Play

• Press ■ on the system.
-b If you do not complete the Plug and Play installation, the function will be restarted when you next turn on the main power again.
Notes;
- When the power is turned on, the disc tray may
open and close to initialize the system.
- If no stereo frequency is detected during Plug and Play, "CHECK RNfCNfJR" will be displayed.
- During Plug and Play, if no button is pressed within IS seconds, the system will exit Plug and Play mode.

To reinstall Plug and Play

In Standby or Demonstration mode, press and holdPII on the system until "RLlfO IN5TRLL
- PRE55 PLR‘J" is displayed. Press ►11 again to start installation.
^ All previously stored radio stations will be replaced.
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Basic Functions

Demonstration mode

The system has a demonstration mode that shows the various available features.
To activate the demonstration
9 In standby mode, press and hold ■ on the
system until VCLCOtIC’ is displayed.
The demonstration will begin.

7b deactivate the demonstration

• Press and hold ■ on the system until "BEflO Orf" is displayed.
The system will switch to standby mode.
Note:
- If you bays not deaoiyated the demonstration, it
will resume five seconds after the system switches to standby mode.

Switching the system on

In standby/demonstration mode
• Press STANDBY ON to switch on the last
selected source.
• Press CD 1/2/3, TUNER or
TAPE (TAPE 1/2).
• Press CD OPEN/CLOSE.
^ The system will switch to CD mode.

Switching the system to standby mode

In demonstration mode

• Press and hold ■ on the system.

In any other source mode

• Press STANDBY ON (or (¡) on the remote
control).
The clock will appear on the display when the
system is in standby mode.

Dim mode

You can select the desired brightness for the display.
In any source mode (except standby mode), press DIM repeatedly to select; DIM 1, DIM 2, DIMS or DIM OFF.
^ DIM is shown, except for DIM OFF mode.
DIM
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normal off
1
hair on
2
half off
3
normal on
OFF
Note:
- In standby mode, pressing DIM to select half or full brightness fiir clock display.

Volume control

PressMASTERVOLUMEAorT (VOL + or — on the remote control) to increase or decrease the volume level.

To listen through the headphones

Connect the headphones plug to
the jpj 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
"MUfE* is displayed. To restore the volume, press MUTE again or
increase the volume level.
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Sound control

DSC (Digital Sound Control)

The DSC feature enables you to enjoy special sound effects that have preset equalizer settings, which provide improved music reproduction.
• Press DSC to select :JAZZ,ROCK,TECHNO or
OPTIMAL
■> The selected DSC is shown.

DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)

There are three DBB settings to enhance the
bass response.
• Press DBB repeatedly to select a bass boost
level.
•» "lii I (orP/3)" and the respective bass boost level are shown.

To deactivate DBB

• Press DBB repeatedly untiT'JM OPP’is
displayed.
Note:
- Some discs or tapes might be recorded in high
modulation, whidi causes a distortion at high volume. If this occurs, switch off DBB or reduce the
volume.

Automatic DSC-DBB seiection

The best DBB setting is generated automatically
for each DSC selection. You can manually select the DBB setting that best suits your listening environment
Basic Functions
DSC JAZZ ROCK TECHNO OPTIMAL
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CD Operation
IMPORTANTI
- This system Is designed for regular discs.
Therefore, do not use any accessories such as disc stabilizer rings or disc treatment sheets, etc., which may jam the changer mechanism.
- Do not load more than one disc into each tray.

Discs for playback

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

Press CD OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc
tray.
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.
tray.
^ "RERillfJG" is displayed. The selected disc tray, total number of tracks and the playing time will appear on the display.
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) befiire proceeding.
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CD Operation

Playing discs

a disc is loaded in the disc trjQr
H the current selected disc tray Is empty
. the current selected disc Is loaded
or playing

To play all discs on the disc tray

e Press ►II
-♦ 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.

lb play the selected disc only

e In CD mode, press CD1,CD2orC03on
the system.
The selected disc will play once, then stop.

To interrupt playback

• Press ►!! ^ The current track time flashes.
• To resume playback, press ► 11 again.

To stop playback

• Press ■.

Seiecting a desired track/passage

To search for a particular passage during
playback
• Press and hold or ►► and release it when the desired passage is located. "♦ During searching the volume will be reduced.

To select a desired track

• Press M or M repeatedly until the desired track is displayed.
• If playback is stopped, press ► II to start playback
Note:
- In Shuffle mode, pressing M will cause the player to skip only to the beginning of the curmnc track.

1b skip to the beginning of the current track during playback

0 Press M once.

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.
"3ISC CHRWGC’ 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.

Repeat and Shuffle

You can select and change the various play modes before or during playback.

Repeat play

Press REPEAT on the remote control repeatedly to select; ^ 'TRRCK" - to repeat playback of the current track
"I I SC" - to repeat playback of the current
disc.
"RLL” or "PRDGRRfl" - to repeat playback of
all available discs or programmed tracks. To resume normal playback press REPEAT
until "Orr" is displayed.
REP is shown, except for REPEAT OFF mode.

Random play

Press SHUFFLE on the remote control.
H SHOP is shown and "SHUFFLE" is displayed.
All the available discs or programmed tracks (if program is active) will be played in random order.
To resume normal playback press SHUFFLE again.
-♦ SHOP disappears.
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CD Operation
Notes:
- During program ploy or shuffling mode, it is not possible to repeat ploybock for the current disc (Repeat Disc mode).
- Pressing the CD OPEN/CLOSE button will cancel all repeat and shuffling modes.

Programming the disc tracks

Programming tracks is possible when playback is stopped. Up to 40 tracks can be stored in the memory in any order
1 Load the desired discs on the disc tray (refer to
“Loading discs”).
2 Press PROGRAM to start programming.
^ moo starts flashing
3 Press CD 1/2/3 to select a disc.
4 Press M or W repeatedly to select the desired
track.
5 Press PROGRAM to store the track
• Repeat step» 3-S to store other discs and
tracks.
6 To end programming, press ■ once.
-> PROG stays and the program mode remains active.
•* The total number of tracks programmed and the total playing time are displayed.
7 To start program play, press ► 11.
^ "PLOy PfiQGRRfI* is displayed.
To review the program
• Stop playback and press M or M repeatedly.
• To exit review mode, press ■.

Erasing the program

• Press ■ once\vhen playback is stopped or
twice during playback.
PROG disappears and "PROGPRM CLERPEU"
is displayed.
Note
- The progmm will be erased when the system is disconnected from the power supply or when the disc tray is opened.
For Recording, please refir to ‘Tape OperationIRecording".
Notes:
- If the total playing time is more than "33:53" or if one of the programmed tracks has a number greater than 30, then Is displayed instead of the total playing time.
- If you attempt to program more than 40 tracks,
■PROGRRM rULL’Is deployed.
- During programming. If no button is pressed
within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program
mode automatically.
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Tuning to radio stations

1 Press TUNER to select TUNER mode.
^ "fUNCf?” is displayed. A few seconds laten the current radio frequency will appear on the display ^ If an FM station is received in stereo, co ¡s displayed.
2 Press TUNER again to select the desired
waveband ; FM or AM.
3 Press and hold « or ►► until the frequency
indication starts to change, then release.
The display will show "ijERRDT 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 or ►► briefly and repeatedly until optimal reception is 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 Pla/’).
OR
1 Press TUNER to select TUNER mode.

1b begin automatic preset from a desired preset number

• Press M or N 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 ”RUTD” is
displayed.
PROG starts flashing.
-♦ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored automatically, starting from FM and followed by AM band.
-♦ When all the available radio stations are stored or the memory for 40 presets are used,
the last preset radio station will be played.

To stop storing the automatic preset

• Press PROGRAM or ■ 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

Manual Preset Programming

Tune to your desired radio station (refer to 'Tuning to ràdio stations"),
Press PROGRAM. ^ moo starts flashing.
The next available preset number is displayed
for selection.
To store the radio station to another preset number
Press M or M to select the desired preset number
Press PROGRAM again to store the radio station. H PROS disappears.
Repeat steps 1-3 to store other radio stations.

1b exit manual preset mode

Press ■ on the system.
Nows.'
- If you attempt to store more than 40 preset radio stations, "PRDGRfiH filLL" Is displayed.
- During programming, if no key is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program mode
automatically.

Tuning to preset radio stations

Once you've programmed the radio stations, press M or Pi to select the desired preset number, ^ The preset number radio frequency, and
waveband are displayed.

Erasing a preset radio station

Press M or M to select the preset radio station
to be erased.
Press and hold ■ on the system until "PRE5E f
S€LZ TZS"is displayed.
^ The deleted radio frequency remains on the
display.
The preset numbers of all other preset radio
stations in the band with higher numbers are
also decreased by one.
Repeat steps 1-2 to erase other preset radio
stations.
For Recording, please refer to "Tape
OperotionlRecordin/f'.
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fwseKM DECK 2
IMPORTANT!
- Before playing a tape, check and tighten slack tape with a pencil. Slack tape may
jam or 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 hot f>ut them too close to a magnetic field (for example, a transformer, TV or speaker).

Loading tape

Press TAPE to select TAPE mode,
"TRPE" is displayed.
Press ait to open the tape
2
deck door
Load the tape with the open
3
side downward and full spool to the left.
4 Close the tape deck door.

Playing tapes

To playback a selected tape deck
• Press ► on tape deck 1 or 2, ^ The tape will stop at the end of playback.

Continuous playback of two tapes

1 Load the tapes in tape deck 1 and 2. 2 Press on tape deck 2. 3 Press II on tape deck 1, followed by ►.
^ Playback will begin from tape deck 2 and continue with tape deck 1. It will stop at the end of tape deckl

To Interrupt playback

• Press II
• To resume playback, press II again.

To stop playback

• Press Hál:.
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Tape Operation / Recording

Rewinding / Fast forwarding

1 stop playback, press « or
Ч The tape will stop automatically at the end of rewinding or fast forwarding.
2 Press to stop rewinding or fest 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 lEC 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

Preparation for recording

1 Load a recordable tape into tape deck 1 with full
spool to the left
2 Prepare the source to be recorded.
CD 1/2/3-load the disc(s). TUNER - tune to the desired radio station.
TAPE - load the prerecorded tape into tape
deck 2 with the full spool to the left.

When recording is in progress

H REC starts flashing.
• It is not possible to listen to another source.
• It is not possible to activate the timer function during recording or tape dubbing.

One touch recording

1 Press CD 1/2/3 or TUNER to select the
source.
2 Start playback of the selected source.
3 Press • on tape deck 1 to start recording.

To stop recording

• Press «A on tape deck 1.

CD Synchronized start recording

1 Press CD 1/2/3 to select the disc.
• You can program the tracks in the order you
want them to be recorded (refer to "CD Operation - Programming the disc tracks").
2 Press • on tape deck 1 to start recording.
^ The disc will start playback automatically.
IMPORTANV
- Recording is permissible If copyright or
other tights of third parties are not
Infringed upon,
- Recording Is possible only on tape deck 1.
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To stop recording

• Press ■— on tape deck 1, then press disc playback.
Note
- During CD synchronized Stan recording do not fast fbrwardirewind the tape in tape deck 2.
1
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Tape Operation / Recording

Dubbing tapes

1 Load the prerecorded tape in tape deck Z
• Make sure both tapes have their full spool to the left
2 Press II on tape deck 1 and followed by 3 Press ► on tape deck 2.
Recording will start automatically.
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 aA on tape deck 1 and 2.

Cleaning the Cabinet

• Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detetgent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.

Cleaning Discs

• When a disc becomes dirty,
clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for
analog records.
Notes:
- Dubbing of tapes is possibie only from tape deck 2 to tape deck 1,
- To ensure good dubbing, use tapes of the same
length.
Maintenance

Cleaning the Heads and the Tape Paths

To ensure good recording and playback quality, clean the heads (A) and (B), the capstanfs) ©, and pressure rollerfs) ® after every 50 hours of tape operation. Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol. You can also clean the heads by playing a cleaning tape once.

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,

Demagnetizing the heads

• Use a demagnetizing tape available at your dealer
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Clock/Timer

CQIIW^ ^njWK^
ao®
Q®S
CHDCeDCsD r«l CED (3
IBSB

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
•* 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 (" li^DD am" 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.
" (i=00 am" or TJO- OD" starts flashing.
3 Press -44 or ►► on the system repeatedly to set
the hour.
4 Press 14 or W on the system repeatedly to set
the minute.
5 Press CLOCK*TIMER again to store the
setting.
•4 The dock starts working.

To exit without storing the setting

• Press ■ on the system.
Notes:
- The dock 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 wili exit dock setting mode automatkaliy.

Timer setting

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

IMPORTANT!

- Before setting the timer, ensure that the
dock Is set correctly.
- The timer will always be twitched on
after It has been set.
- The timer will not start If a recording Is in
progress.
- The volume will increase gradually from
the minimum level to the last tuned volume
Press and hold CLOCK*TIMER for more than
two seconds to select timer mode.
" l(?=QD am" or "00=00" or the last timer
setting starts flashing.
^ © starts flashing
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Clock/Timer

2 Press CD 1/2/3, TUNER or PROGRAM to
select the desired source.
"CD I [or 3, i3] “ It ■ I!" indicates the CD
mode is selected.
"I'D ¡;;;:;i" indicates theTuner mode is
selected.
"PRDG li I!: !i li" indicates the CD program
mode is selected.
• Before setting timer make sure the music source has been prepared.
CO 1/2/3 - Load the disc(s).To start from a
specific track, make a program (refer to “CD
Operation - Programming the disc tracks"),
TUNER - tune to the desired radio station.
3 Press « or ►► on the system repeatedly to set
the hour for the timer to start
4 Press M or W on the system repeatedly to set
the minute for the timer to start
5 Press CLOCK'TIMER to store the timer.
^ "TlfCR ON" is displayed, followed by the set timer ““ " and the selected source.
® remains on the display.
• At the preset time, the selected sound source will play.

To exit without storing the setting

• Press ■ on the system.
Notes:
- When the preset time is reached and the selected disc tray is empty, the next ayailable disc
will be selected. If oil the disc trays are not
avaHable.Tuner will be selected automatically.
- During timer setting, if no button is pressed
within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically.

Deactivating the timer

Press and hold CLOCK’TIMER for more than
two seconds.
Press ■ on the system to cancel the timer,
-» "CONCEL" is displayed and the ® disappears.
Activating the timer (for the same preset
time and source)
1 Press and hold CLOCK*TIMER for more than
two seconds.
2 Press CLOCK'TIMER again to store.
The last set timer information is displayed for
a few seconds and ® is shown.

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 - N5 - BO - 30 - GO -
orr- S ...
•4 "SLEEP “ I!" or "OEE" is displayed, "a)!” is the time in minutes.
2 When you reach the desired length of time, stop
pressing the SLEEP button.
-♦zzz is shown, except for "OEE" mode. The sleep timer is now set Before the system
switches to standby mode, a countdown of 10 seconds is displayed.
"SLEEP lO" - "SLEEP 3"....-"SLEEP I"
-"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 showa
The display will show the next sleep timer
options.

1b deactivate the sleep timer

• Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OEE" is displayed, or press the STANDBY ON button.
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Specifications

AMPLIFIER
Output power.........................................74 W total power
.............................
Signal-to-noise ratio....................................S 67 dBA (lEQ
Frequency response
Impedance loudspeakers..................................................... 6 £1
Impedance headphones
(1) (Ml. 60 Hz -12.5 kHz. 10%THD)
2x37WRMS/2x33WFrC<^)
....................................
_______________
60-16000 Hz
32 £l -1000 £i
CO PLAYER
Number of programmable tracks Frequency range Signal-to-noise ratio Channel separation
Total harmonic distortion.........................................< 0.003%
..........................................
....................................
..........................................
20 - 20000 Hz
..............................-.................
S 60 dB (1 kHz)
2 80 dBA
TUNER
FM wave range...........................................87.5 - 108 MHz
AM wave range.......................................... 530 -1700 kHz
Number of presets Antenna
FM
AM
..................................................................
...................................................
.......................................................
3IX) £2 dipole wire
.....
Loop antenna
TAPE DECK
Frequency response
Normal tape (type I) 80-10000 Hz (8 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio
Normal tape (type I)
Wow and flutter
............................................
.............................................
S 48 dBA
0.35% DIN
SPEAKERS
System
.......................................
Impedance............................................................................6 £2
Woofer.........................................................1x4* full range
Dimensions (w x h x d)
....................................................7.3 X 12.2 X 8.54 (inch)
.....................................................185 X 310 X 217 (mm)
Weight
......................
............................................................................. 3.1 kg each
double port bass reflex
-................................6.8 pounds each
GENERAL INFORMATION
Material.................................................................. Polystyrene
AC Power.........................................................120 V/60 Hr
Power Consumption
Active............................................................................. 80 W
Standby......................................................................< 18 W
Dimensions (w x h x d)
.........................................10.43x12.20x13.70 (inch)
.....................................................265 X 310 X 350 (mm)
Weight (without speakers)
40
..........................................................................................6.1 kg
.................................
13.5 pounds
Subject to modification
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Troubleshooting
WARNINC Under no eircunutances 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 center.
Problem
Solution
CD OPERATION
"NO MSC" Is displayed.
"JII5C NOT riNRLIZErisdisplayed.
- Insert a disc.
- Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
- Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.
- Replace or clean the disc, see "Maintenance".
- Use a finalized CD-RW or CD-R.
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 HiR System and your TV orVCR
TAPE OPERATIONmECORDING
Recording or playback cannot be made.
- Clean deck parts, see "Maintenance".
- Use only NORMAL (lEC 1) tape.
- Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing tab space.
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Troubleshooting

GENERAL
The $ystem does not react when buttons
are pressed.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor - Adjust the volume.
quality.
The left and right sound outputs are
reversed.
The remote control does not function - Select the source (CD 1 /2/3 orTUNER, for properly.
The timer is not working.
The Ciock/Timer setting is erased.
The system displ^s features automatically.
- Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and switch on the system again.
- Disconnect the headphones.
- Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
- Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.
- Check the speaker connections and location.
example) before pressing the function button
- Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system.
- Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- signs) aligned as Indicated.
- Replace the batteries.
- Point ^e remote control directly towards the IR sensor
- Set the clock correctly.
- Press and hold CLOCK'TIMER to switch on the timer.
- If recording or tapes dubbing is in progress, stop recording.
- Power has been interrupted or the power cord has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timec
- Press and hold • on the system to switch off the demonstration.
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LIMITED WARRANTY

MAGNAVOX AUDIO SYSTEM

One Year Free Exchange
This product must be carried in for an exchange.

WHO IS COVERED?

You mun have pro^ of purchase to exchange the product. A s^es recent or other document showinf that you purdtased the product is considered proof of purchase. Attach it to this owner’s manuai and keep both nearby.

WHAT IS COVERED?

Warranty coverage b^ins the day you buy your product For one year thereafter, a defective or inoperative product will be replaced with a new, renewed, or comparable product at no charge to you. A replace' n\ent product is covered only for the original warranty period. When the warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on the replacement product also expires.

WHAT IS EXCLUDED?

Your warranty does not cover.
• labor charts for installation or setup of the product, adjustment Ы customer controls on the product, and installation or repair of antenna ^sterns outside of the product.
• product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse, acci> dent, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Magnavox.
• 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 dian die country for which It was
designed, manufoctured, approved and/or audiorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications.
• incident^ or consequential damages resulting from the product (Some states do not allow the exclusion of inddentai or consequen* tial damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This includes, but is not limited to, prerecor^d materid, whetiier copy> righted or not copyrighted.)
« a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes.

WHERE IS EXCHANGE AVAILABLE?

You may exdiange the product In all countries where die product is
offkialty di$trfi)Uted by Magnavox. In countries where Magnavox does not distribute tiie product, die 1осЫ M^navox service organization will attempt to provide a replacement produ« (although there may be a delay if the appropriate product is not readily available).

BEFORE REQUESTING EXCHANGE...

Mease check your owner's manual before requesting an exchange. Adjustments of tite cono’ols discussed there may save you a trip.
EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN U.S.A., PUERTO RICO, OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...
Contact your dealer to arrange an exchange. Or, ship the product, insured and freight prepaid, and with proof of purchase enclosed, to the address listed below.
(In U.SA. Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands, all implied warranties,
including impRed warranties of merchantabili^ and fitness for a partiC'
ular purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this express warranty. But, because some states do not allow limitations on how bng an implied warranty may last, this limitation may not af^ly to you.)

EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN CANADA...

Please contaa Magnavox at:
(In Canada, this warranty Is given in lieu of ^1 other warranties. No
other warranties are expressed or implied, including any implied war
ranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Magnavox
is not liable under any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special,
inddentai or consequential damages, howsoever Incurred, even if noti«

REMEMBER...

Please record below tite model and serial numbers found on the prod
uct Also, please fill out and mall your warranty registration card
promptly, ft will be easier for us to notify you if necessary.
MODa# ______________________________________
SERIAL#
This warranty gfres you spec^ righ^ You may hove other rights which
vary frm sta^fpnvince to stote/proWnce.
Small Product Service Center
Magnavox
1001 Snapps Ferry Road
Plant 2, Building 6
Greeneviile, TN 37743
l'800'64l'6U2 (French Speaking)
l'800'705'2000 English Spealdng or Spanish Speaking)
fied of the possibility of such damages.)
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