Philips MC-45 33, MC-50 33, MC-70 33 User Manual

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

household, please do not remove product covering.

maintenance problems.

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

DO NOT OPEN

This "bolt of lighting" indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your

The "exclamation point" calls attention features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and

TO PREVENT

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

For Customer Use

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the rear of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference .

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Serial No. ____________________________

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OPEN•CLOSE

1 2 3

CHANGER

STANDBY-ON

OPEN

CD 1

CD 2

DIM

CD/ CD-R/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

MICRO SYSTEM

CD 3

PRESET

CD 1•2•3

STOP

DEMO STOPPAUSE

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

VOL

PLAY

NEWS

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

BASS TREBLE

8 7 6

PHONES

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

– Read before operating equipment

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

Read these instructions – All the safety

and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

Keep these instructions – The safety

and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed all warnings – All warnings on the

appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow all instructions – All operating

and use instructions should be followed.

Do not use this apparatus near water – for example, near a bathtub,

washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc.

Clean only with a damp cloth. The

appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.

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

Do not install near any heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug.

AC Polarized

Plug

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being

walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.

Only use attachments/accessories

speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

12.

the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.

Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.

Battery usage

battery leakage which may result in bodily injury 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 a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with

CAUTION

EL 6475-E001: 00/8

– To prevent

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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.

Français:

Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

This warning label is located on the rearside

and inside this laser product.

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CAUTION

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WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

DANGER

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

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Index

English ------------------------------------------------ 7

English

Français -------------------------------------------- 33

Français

Español --------------------------------------------- 59

Español

CAUTION

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

ATTENTION

L'utilisation des commandes ou réglages ou le non-respect des procédures ci-incluses peuvent se traduire par une exposition dangereuse à l'irradiation.

ATENCIÓN

El uso de mando o ajustes o la ejecucción de métodos que no sean los aquí descritos puede ocasionar peligro de exposición a radiación.

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Contents

General Information

Environmental Information ................................ 8

Supplied Accessories ........................................... 8

Safety Information ................................................ 8

Preparations

Rear Connections .......................................... 9–10

Optional Connections ...................................... 10

Inserting batteries into the remote

control .................................................................. 10

Controls

Controls on the system and remote

control ........................................................... 11–12

Basic Functions

Plug and Play ........................................................ 13

Demonstration mode ........................................ 14

Switching the system on ................................... 14

Switching the system to Standby mode ........ 14

Power Saving Automatic Standby .................... 14

Display mode....................................................... 14

Volume Control ........................................... 14–15

Interactive Sound Control ............................... 15

CD Operation

Discs for Playback .............................................. 16

Loading Disc ........................................................ 16

Disc Playback....................................................... 17

Programming the disc tracks .................... 17–18

Repeat ................................................................... 18

Shuffle .................................................................... 18

Tape Operation/Recording

Tape Playback ............................................... 21–22

General Information on Recording ................ 22

Preparation for Recording ............................... 22

One Touch Recording ........................................ 22

CD Synchro Recording ..................................... 23

Digital Recording via Digital Out .................... 23

External Sources

Listening to External Sources .......................... 23

Clock/Timer

Clock Setting ....................................................... 24

Display Clock ...................................................... 24

Timer Setting ....................................................... 25

Sleep Timer Setting ............................................ 26

Specifications ........................................... 27

Maintenance.............................................. 28

Troubleshooting ............................. 28–29

English

Radio Reception

Storing Preset Radio Stations ................... 19–20

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations ...................... 20

Erasing a Preset Radio Station ........................ 20

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General Information

English

This system complies with the FCC rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: – This device may not cause harmful interference, and – This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Environmental Information

All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet).

Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

Supplied accessories

– Remote control – Batteries (two AA size) for remote control – AM loop antenna – FM wire antenna – AC power cord

Safety Information

● Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or the voltage indication beside the voltage selector) of your system is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If not, please consult your dealer.

● 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.

● If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens of the disc unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD player would not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the system until normal playback is possible.

● 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 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

AM ANTENNA

Fix the claw to the slot

AM loop

antenna

speaker

DIGITAL

OUT

(right)

AUX/CDR IN

SUB WOOFER OUT

SPEAKERS 6Ω

Rear Connections

The type plate is located at the rear of the system.

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 connections with the power switched on.

– –

FM wire antenna

AM ANTENNA

FM ANTENNA

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

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speaker

(left)

AC power cord

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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¶ Position the antenna as far as possible from a TV,

VCR or other radiation source.

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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 (FRONT) 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 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.

Connecting other equipment to your system

Connect the audio left and right OUT terminals of a TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD Recorder to the AUX/CDR IN terminals.

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 (still be mono sound).

Digital Out Connection

Connect this digital output when recording on any audio equipment with digital input (CD Recorder, Digital Audio Tape [DAT] deck, Digital to Analog Converter and Digital Signal Processor, for example). Use a cinch cable to connect the DIGITAL OUT terminal to the digital input terminal of the equipment.

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.

Optional Connections

The optional equipment and connecting cords are not supplied. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected equipment for details.

Subwoofer Out Connection Connect the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal. The subwoofer reproduces just

the low bass sound effect (explosions or the rumble of spaceships, for example).

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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 (main system’s illustration on page 3)

Controls on the system and remote control

1 STANDBY ON y

– to switch the system on or to Standby mode.

2 DIM

– to select various dim mode : DIM 1, DIM 2,

DIM 3 or DIM OFF.

3 iR

– infrared sensor for remote control.

4 # OPEN

– to open the tape deck door.

5 PHONES

– to connect headphones.

6 PROG (PROGRAM)

for CD .................to program disc tracks.

for TUNER ........ to program preset radio stations.

for CLOCK .......to select 12- or 24-hour clock

mode.

7 BASS/TREBLE

– to select BASS or TREBLE sound feature.

BASS/TREBLE +/- (on the remote control)

– to increase or decrease the low or high tone

level for the respective BASS or TREBLE sound feature selected.

8 wOOx (for model MC-70 only)

– (on the system only) to select the next wOOx

level or switch off wOOx sound effect.

– (on the remote control only) to switch on or off

the wOOx sound effect.

wOOx LEVEL

– (on the remote control only) to select a desired

wOOx level : WOOX 1, WOOX 2 or WOOX 3.

9 VOL (VOLUME +/-)

– to increase or decrease the volume. – (on the system only) to increase or decrease the

low or high tone level for the respective BASS or TREBLE sound feature selected.

0 0 REC

– to start recording on a tape.

! SOURCE – to select the following:

CD 1•2•3 (CD 123)

– to select disc tray 1, 2 or 3.

TUNER

– to select waveband : FM or AM.

TAPE

– to select tape mode.

AUX / CDR

– to select a connected external source :

CDR or AUX (auxiliary) mode.

@ Mode Selection

PLAY PAUSE ÉÅ

for CD .................to start or interrupt playback.

for TAPE.............. to start playback.

for PLUG & PLAY…(on the system only) to

initiate and start plug & play mode.

STOP/DEMO STOP Ç

for CD .................to stop playback or to clear a

program.

for TUNER ........ to stop programming.

................................. (on the system only) to delete the

preset radio station.

for TAPE.............. to stop playback or recording.

for DEMO .........(on the system only) to activate/

deactivate the demonstration.

for CLOCK .......to exit clock setting or cancel

timer. for PLUG & PLAY…(on the system only) to exit

plug & play mode.

PREV / NEXT í ë (PRESET34)

for CD .................to skip to the beginning of the

current, previous, or next track.

for TUNER ........ to select a preset radio station.

for TAPE.............. to select tape side (back or

front).

for CLOCK .......to set the minute.

SEARCH / TUNE à á

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 .......to set the hour.

# CD OPEN•CLOSE (CD 1/CD 2/CD 3)0

– to open or close the individual disc tray : CD 1,

CD 2 or CD 3

$ DISC TRAYS % DISPLAY SCREEN

– to view the current status of the system.

^ MUTE

– to interrupt or resume sound reproduction.

& CD DIRECT 1/2/3

– to select a disc tray for playback.

* IS (INCREDIBLE SURROUND)

– to activate or deactivate the surround sound

effect.

English

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Controls

)

•

™

2 (

≤

∞

≥

English

( AUTO REV. (AUTO REVERSE)

– to select the desired tape playback modes.

) TIMER

– to display timer or set the timer.

¡ REPEAT

– to playback track(s)/disc(s)/program repeatedly.

™ SHUFFLE

– to playback all available discs and their tracks/

program in random order.

£ TIMER ON/OFF

– to activate or deactivate the timer function.

≤ SLEEP

– to activate, deactivate or set the sleep timer

function.

∞ SNOOZE

– to temporarily deactivate the wake up timer.

§ CD RESUME

– to continue playback from the last selected track

after an interruption (only when the CD source is still in the active mode).

– to resume the last selected CD active mode.

≥ CLOCK

– to display clock or set the clock.

• B

– to switch the system to Standby mode.

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 123 or TUNER, for example). – Then select the desired function (É,

, for example).

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Basic Functions

STANDBY-ON

DIM

OPEN

IMPORTANT! Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures.

Plug and Play

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

If Plug and Play has not been installed

1 When you turn on the system, "AUTO

INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" will be displayed.

2 Press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ ) on the system to star t

installation. ➜ "INSTALL" will be displayed and followed by "TUNER" and then "AUTO".

➜ PROGRAM will start flashing. ➜ The system will search for all radio stations

on the FM band, then the AM band. ➜ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored automatically. ➜ The system will stop searching when all the available radio stations are stored or when the memory for 40 preset radio stations is used. ➜ The last preset radio station will play when Plug and Play is completed.

PRESET

CD 1•2•3

STOP

DEMO STOPPAUSE

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

VOL

PLAY

NEWS

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

BASS TREBLE

2 Press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ ) again to star t installation.

➜ All previously stored radio stations will be replaced.

To exit without storing the Plug and Play

● Press Çon the system.

Notes: – When the power is turned on, the disc tray may open and close to initialize the system. – If you do not complete Plug and Play installation, Plug and Play will be reinitiated the next time you turn on the power. – 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 automatically.

English

To reinstall Plug and Play

1 In Standby or Demonstration mode, press and

hold PLAYÉ(ÉÅ ) on the system until "AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" is displayed.

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Basic Functions

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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 hold

DEMO STOP on the system until "DEMO ON" is displayed. ➜ The demonstration will begin.

To deactivate the demonstration

● Press and hold DEMO STOP on the system until "DEMO OFF" is displayed. ➜ The system will switch to Standby mode.

Note: – Even if you remove the AC power cord and reconnect it to the wall socket, the demonstration will remain off until you activate it again.

Switching the system on

In Standby/Demonstration mode

● Press STANDBY ON. ➜ The system will switch to the last selected

source.

● Press CD 1•2•3 (CD 123), TUNER, TAPE, AUX/CDR.

➜ The system will switch to the selected source.

● Press any one of the CD OPEN•CLOSE

(CD 10 / CD 20 / CD 30) button.

➜ The system will switch to CD mode.

Switching the system to Standby mode

In Demonstration mode

● Press and hold DEMO STOP on the system.

In any other source mode

● Press STANDBY ON (or B on the remote control). ➜ The clock will appear on the display when the system is in Standby mode.

Note: – If you have not deactivated the demonstration, it will resume five seconds after the system switches to Standby mode.

Power Saving Automatic Standby

As a power-saving feature, the system will automatically switch to Standby mode if you do not press any buttons within 30 minutes after a disc or tape has stopped playing.

Dim mode

You can select the desired brightness for the display.

● Press DIM repeatedly to select DIM 1, DIM 2, DIM 3 or DIM OFF display mode. ➜ DIM and the corresponding mode number will appear on the display, except for DIM OFF mode.

DIM OFF ......... All available LEDs light up, display

DIM 1 ...............Some LEDs light up, display

DIM 2 ...............All lightings turn off, display

DIM 3 ...............All lightings turn off, display

+ music level bar

screen will have full brightness, music level bar active.

screen will have full brightness, music level bar inactive.

screen will be at half brightness, music level bar inactive.

Volume Control

Adjust VOL to increase (turn knob clockwise or press VOLUME +) or decrease (turn knob counter-clockwise or press VOLUME -) the sound level. ➜ "-XX dB" will be displayed. "XX" denotes the volume level. ➜ When reached the minimum volume level, "VOL MUTE" will be displayed.

To listen through the headphones

● Connect the headphones plug to the PHONES socket at the front of the system. ➜ The speakers will be muted.

PHONES

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Basic Functions

To switch off the volume temporarily

● Press MUTE on the remote control. ➜ Playback will continue without sound and

"MUTE" will be displayed.

● To restore the volume, press MUTE again or increase the volume level.

Interactive Sound Control

For optimal sound listening, you are only able to select either BASS/TREBLE or wOOx (for model MC-70 only).

wOOx (for model MC-70 only)

There are three wOOx settings to enhance the bass response.

● Press wOOx on the system repeatedly to select the next wOOx level or switch off the wOOx effect.

1 Press wOOx on the remote control to switch

ON (enhanced) or OFF (normal) the wOOx sound effect.

2 When wOOx is switched on, press wOOx

LEVEL on the remote control repeatedly to

select the desired wOOx level : WOOX 1, WOOX 2, WOOX 3 or WOOX OFF. ➜ If “WOOX 1, 2 or 3"” is selected,

WOOX and the corresponding level

number will appear on the display. ➜ If “WOOX OFF"” is selected, the wOOx sound effect will be switched off.

Notes: – When switched off the wOOx effect, the last Bass/Treble will resume automatically. – Some discs or tapes might be recorded in high modulation, which causes a distortion at high volume. If this occurs, deactivate wOOx or reduce the volume.

Bass/Treble

The BASS (low tone) and TREBLE (high tone) feature enables you to define the soundprocessor settings.

● Press BASS +/- or TREBLE +/- on the remote control repeatedly to select the next Bass or Treble level.

VOL

BASS TREBLE

1 Press BASS or TREBLE on the system to

select Bass or Treble sound feature.

2 Adjust the VOL on the system to select the

desired Bass or Treble level. ➜ "BASS XX" or "TREB XX" will be displayed. "XX" denotes the level as follows :

MIN ™ -2 …™ 0 ™ 1… ™ +2 ™ MAX …

Notes: – The volume knob can be used to adjust Bass/ Treble level immediately after you have selected the respective Bass/Treble sound feature. If the volume knob is not used within 5 seconds, it will become normal volume control function. – The Bass/Treble mode will exit automatically if wOOx feature selected (for model MC-70 only).

IS (Incredible Surround)

The Incredible Surround magnifies the virtual distance between the front speakers for an incredibly wide, enveloping, stereo effect.

● Press IS on the remote control repeatedly to activate/deactivate the surround sound effect. ➜ If activated, INCREDIBLE SURROUND will appear on the display and “INCR SURROUND” will be displayed. ➜ If deactivated, “IS OFF” will be displayed.

English

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CD Operation

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CHANGER

CD/ CD-R/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

OPEN•CLOSE

CD 1

CD 2

CD 3

STANDBY-ON

DIM

MICRO SYSTEM

IMPORTANT! – This system is designed for regular discs. Therefore, do not use any accessories such as disc stabilizer 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, finalized digital audio CD-Recordable (CDR) discs and finalized digital audio CD-Rewritable (CDRW)discs.

PRESET

CD 1•2•3

STOP

DEMO STOPPAUSE

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

VOL

PLAY

NEWS

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

Loading Discs

1 Press CD 1•2•3

(CD 123) to select

CD mode.

2 Press one of the

CD OPEN•CLOSE button (CD 10 / CD 20 / CD 30)

to open the desired disc tray. ➜ The selected disc tray slides out.

POWER ON/OFF

3 Load a disc with the label side facing up. 4 Press again the corresponding button to close

the disc tray. ➜ “READING“ will be displayed. The selected disc tray, total number of tracks and the playing time will appear on the display.

CD/CD-R/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

OPEN•CLOSE

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

CHANGER

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To select a desired disc tray

● Press CD 1•2•3 (or CD 123 on the remote

control) repeatedly.

Notes: – To ensure good system performance, wait until the disc trays completely read the disc(s) before proceeding. – The CD changer is only able to read the status of the current selected disc tray.

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CD Operation

Disc Playback

a disc is loaded in the disc tray

the current selected disc tray is empty

the current selected disc tray is loaded

the disc tray is currently playing

To play all discs on the disc tray

● Press PLAYÉ (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 will appear on the display.

To play one disc only

● Press one of the CD DIRECT 1/2/3 buttons on the remote control. ➜ The selected disc will play once, then stop.

To interrupt playback

● Press PAUSEÅ (ÉÅ ). ➜ The current track time flashing.

● To resume playback, press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ )

again.

To stop playback

● Press Ç.

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 appears on the display.

● If playback is stopped, press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ ) to start playback.

Note: – In Shuffle mode, pressingí will cause the player to skip only to the beginning of the current track.

To skip to the beginning of the current track during playback

● Press í once.

To resume playback from the last selected track

● In CD stop or pause mode, press CD RESUME on the remote control to start

playback again from where you have stopped.

Notes: – Resume will not be available if you have changed the disc, opened the disc tray or disconnected the system power supply. – Select CD RESUME in any other source mode will only able to resume the last selected CD active mode (for example, CD stop or playback).

To replace disc during playback

You are able to replace or load in disc into the other two disc trays without interrupting current playback.

● While playback, press the CD OPEN•CLOSE button of the inactive disc trays (refer to “Loading Disc”).

● If you press CD OPEN•CLOSE button of the active disc tray, the disc will stop playing and the disc tray will slide out. ➜ Once the disc tray is opened, it will be deselected.

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 trays (refer to

“Loading Disc”).

2 Press PROG to start programming.

➜ PROGRAM will start flashing.

3 Press CD 1•2•3 or CD DIRECT 1/2/3 button

to select a disc.

4 Press í or ë repeatedly to select the desired

track.

5 Press PROG to store the track.

¶ Repeat steps 3–5 to store other discs and tracks.

6 Press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ ) to star t program

playback.

➜ "PLAY PROGRAM" will be displayed.

● To end programming without starting playback,

press Ç once . ➜ The total number of tracks programmed and the total playing time will appear on the display.

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English

Notes: – If the total playing time is more than "99:59" or if one of the programmed tracks has a number greater than 30, then "--:--" will appear on the display instead of the total playing time. – If you attempt to program more than 40 tracks, "PROGRAM FULL" will be displayed. – If you press any of the CD DIRECT 1/2/3 buttons on the remote control, the system will play the selected disc or track, and the stored program will be ignored temporarily. The PROGRAM symbol also will disappear temporarily from the display. It will reappear when playback of the selected disc ends. – During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program mode automatically.

To review the program

● Stop playback and press í or ë repeatedly.

● To exit review mode, press Ç.

To erase the entire program

● Press Ç once when playback is stopped or twice during playback.

➜ "PROGRAM CLEARED" will be displayed. ➜ PROGRAM will disappear from the display.

Note: – The program will be erased when the system is disconnected from the power supply or when the disc tray is opened.

Repeat

The current track, a disc, all available discs or all programmed tracks can be played repeatedly.

1 Press REPEAT on the remote control

repeatedly to select various repeat modes.

● In normal playback ➜ "TRACK" – to repeat the current track,

REPEAT will appear on the display.

➜ "DISC" – to repeat the entire disc, REPEAT and DISC will appear on the display. ➜ "ALL DISC" – to repeat all available discs,

REPEAT, DISC and ALL will appear on the display.

● In program playback ➜ "TRACK" – to repeat the current

programmed track, REPEAT and PROGRAM will appear on the display.

➜ "PROGRAM" – to repeat all programmed

tracks, REPEAT, PROGRAM, DISC and ALL will appear on the display.

● The selected track/disc(s)/program will now be played repeatedly until you press Ç.

2 To resume normal playback, press REPEAT

until the "OFF" mode is displayed. ➜ REPEAT will disappear from the display.

Notes: – Selecting SHUFFLE during repeat playback will cancel all repeat modes. – Pressing any CD OPEN•CLOSE button will cancel all repeat modes.

Shuffle

All the available discs and their tracks or all the programmed tracks can be played in random order.

1 Press SHUFFLE on the remote control.

➜ SHUFFLE will appear on the display.

● The discs and the tracks will be played in

random order until you press Ç.

2 To resume normal playback, press SHUFFLE

again. ➜ SHUFFLE will disappear from the display.

When select REPEAT mode during shuffling

● In normal shuffled playback ➜ "TRACK" – to repeat shuffling the current

track. ➜ "ALL DISC" – to repeat shuffling all available discs.

● In program shuffled playback ➜ "TRACK" – to repeat shuffling the current

programmed track.

➜ "PROGRAM" – to repeat shuffling all

programmed tracks.

Note: – Pressing any CD OPEN•CLOSE button will cancel shuffle mode.

For Recording, please refer to “Tap e Operation/Recording”.

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Radio Reception

STANDBY-ON

DIM

OPEN

MICRO SYSTEM

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”).

1 Press TUNER to select TUNER mode.

➜ "TUNER" will be displayed. A few seconds later, the current radio frequency will appear on the display. ➜ If an FM station is received in stereo, will appear on the display.

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 PROG until "AUTO" appears on

the display.

➜ PROGRAM will start flashing. ➜ The system will start searching for all radio

stations on the FM band and then the AM band. ➜ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored automatically. ➜ The system will stop searching when all the available radio stations are stored or when the memory for 40 preset radio stations is used.

PRESET

CD 1•2•3

STOP

DEMO STOPPAUSE

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

VOL

PLAY

PREV NEXT

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

BASS TREBLE

➜ The last preset radio station will then be played when completed.

To stop storing the automatic preset

● Press PROG 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.

Manual Preset Programming

1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select the desired

waveband : FM or AM.

2 Press PROG.

➜ PROGRAM will start flashing. ➜ The next available preset number will be

displayed for selection.

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.

To store the radio station to another preset number

● Press í or ë to select the desired preset number.

4 Press PROG again to store the radio station.

➜ PROGRAM will disappear from the display.

● Repeat steps 2–4 to store other preset radio

stations.

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Tuning to a weak radio station

● Press à or á briefly and repeatedly until the optimal reception is found.

To stop storing the manual preset

● Press Ç on the system.

Notes: – If you attempt to store more than 40 preset radio stations, "PROGRAM FULL" will be displayed. – During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program mode automatically.

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations

● Once you’ve preset the radio stations, press í or ë to select the desired preset number. ➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and waveband will appear on the display.

Erasing a Preset Radio Station

1 Press í or ë to select the preset radio station

to be erased.

2 Press and hold Çon the system until “PRESET

DELETED” appears on the display.

➜ The radio frequency remain 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 Operation/Recording”.

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Tape Operation/Recording

STANDBY-ON

DIM

OPEN

MICRO SYSTEM

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).

Tape Playback

1 Press TAPE to select tape mode. 2 Press # OPEN to open the tape deck door. 3 Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door.

● Load the tape with the open side down and the full spool to the left.

PRESET

CD 1•2•3

STOP

DEMO STOPPAUSE

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

VOL

PLAY

NEWS

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

BASS TREBLE

To stop playback

● Press Ç.

To change the playback side

● Press í or ë. ➜ The A (BACK) or B (FRONT) appear on

the display, depending on the tape side selected.

To change the playback mode

● Press AUTO REV. on the remote control repeatedly to select the different playback modes.

å : playback on one side of the tape only. ∂ : both sides are played once. ∫ : both sides are played repeatedly, up

to 10 times each side unless you pressÇ.

To rewind or fast forward during playback

● Press and hold à or á until the desired passage is reached, then release.

➜ The tape continues playing.

● The tape will stop automatically at the end of

the tape during rewinding or fast forwarding. ➜ During searching, the sound is reduced to a low volume.

English

4 Press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ ) to star t playback.

➜ "TAPE" with playback direction indicator will appear on the display.

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To rewind or fast forward when playback is stopped

1 Press à or á. 2 Press Ç when you reached the desired passage.

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Tape Operation/Recording

English

Note: – During rewinding or fast forwarding of a tape, it is also possible to select another source (CD, TUNER or AUX, for example).

General Information on Recording

● For recording, use only tape of IEC type I (normal tape) or IEC type II (Cr02).

● The recording level is set automatically, regardless of the position of the Volume, Incredible Surround, BASS/TREBLE, and so for th.

● 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. Do not cover the Cr02 tape detection hole when covering the tab opening.

IMPORTANT! Recording is permissible if copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed upon.

Preparation for Recording

1 Press TAPE to select tape mode. 2 Load a recordable tape into the tape deck. 3 Press í or ë to select the recording tape side.

➜ A appears on the display for the reverse side. ➜ B appears on the display for the forward side.

4 Press AUTO REV. on the remote control

repeatedly to select a recording mode.

➜ å for recording on one side only.

∂ ∂

➜

∂ for recording on both sides.

∂ ∂

5 Prepare the source to be recorded.

CD 1•2•3 – load the disc(s). TUNER – tune to the desired radio station. AUX – connect external equipment.

When recording is in progress

➜ starts flashing.

● It is not possible to change tape side.

● It is not possible to listen to another source.

● It is not possible to activate the timer function.

One Touch Recording

1 Press CD 1•2•3, TUNER or AUX to select the

source.

2 Start playback of the selected source. 3 Press 0 REC to start recording.

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To stop recording

● Press Çon the system.

Note: – One Touch Recording is not possible in TAPE mode, "SELECT SOURCE" will be displayed.

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Tape Operation/Recording

CD Synchro Recording

1 Press CD 1•2•3 to select the disc.

● Press í or ë to select the desired track to start recording.

● You can program the tracks in the order you want them to be recorded (refer to “CD Operation - Programming the disc tracks”).

2 Press 0 REC to start recording.

➜ The disc will start playback automatically.

To select another track during recording

1 Press PAUSEÅ (ÉÅ ) to interrupt recording. 2 Pressí or ë to select the desired track. 3 Press PLAYÉ (ÉÅ ) to resume recording.

To stop recording

● Press Ç. ➜ Recording and disc playback will stop

simultaneously.

Digital Recording via Digital Out

For CD digital recording, please refer to the instruction manuals for the CD recorder, digital audio equipment and so forth.

External Sources

English

PLAY

MICRO SYSTEM

NEWS

DEMO STOPPAUSE

PREV NEXT

PRESET

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

STOP

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/CDR repeatedly to select CDR

mode or normal AUX mode.

➜ "CDR" or "AUX" will be displayed.

● If the sound from the external source is

distorted, select CDR mode for listening.

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CD 1•2•3

Notes: – You are advised not to listen to and record from

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

the same source simultaneously. – All the interactive sound control features (IS or BASS/TREBLE, for example) are available for selection. – Refer to the operating instructions for the

VOL

connected equipment for details.

For Recording, please refer to “Tape Operation/Recording”.

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Clock/Timer

English

STANDBY-ON

DIM

MICRO SYSTEM

NEWS

PLAY

DEMO STOPPAUSE

PREV NEXT

PRESET

SEARCH/TUNE

PROG

STOP

CD 1•2•3

TUNER

TAPE

AUX/CDR

REC

OPEN

Clock Setting

The clock can be set in either 12-hour or 24-hour mode ("AM 12:00" or "00:00" for example)

1 Press and hold CLOCK on the remote control

until the time flashing on the display.

2 Press PROG repeatedly to select clock mode.

➜ If 12-hour mode is selected, "AM XX:XX" will start flashing. ➜ If 24-hour mode is selected, "XX:XX" will start flashing.

3 Press à or á repeatedly to set the hour. 4 Press í or ë repeatedly to set the minute. 5 Press CLOCK again to store the setting.

➜ The clock will start 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.

VOL

BASS TREBLE

Display Clock

The system allows you to select clock display or normal display in any source mode. When in Standby mode, the clock will automatically be displayed.

● Press CLOCK on the remote control repeatedly to select clock display or normal display mode. ➜ When in clock display mode, clock will be displayed. If the clock has not been set, "--:--" will appear on the display.

Note: – If you pressed any keys during clock display mode, the display will briefly show the information related to the selected mode.

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Clock/Timer

Timer Setting

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

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 TIMER on the remote control

for more than two seconds.

➜ "AM 12:00" or "00:00" or the last timer setting will start flashing.

➜ TIMER will start flashing. ➜ The selected source will be lighted while

other available sources are flashing.

2 Press CD 1•2•3, TUNER or TAPE to select

the desired source.

● Before setting the timer, make sure the music source has been prepared. CD 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. TAPE – load a prerecorded tape.

3 Press à or á repeatedly to set the hour for

the timer to start.

4 Press í or ë repeatedly to set the minute for

the timer to start.

5 Press TIMER to store the start time.

➜ "TIMER ON" will be displayed and followed by the set timer "XX:XX" and then the selected source.

➜ TIMER will remain on the display.

● At the preset time, the selected source will play.

Notes: – If CD is the selected source and it is not available when the preset time is reached, Tuner will be selected automatically. – During timer setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically.

To check the TIMER

● Press TIMER on the remote control. ➜ If the timer has been activated, the set timer

information will be displayed. ➜ If the timer has been deactivated, "OFF" will be displayed.

To activate/deactivate the TIMER

● Press TIMER ON/OFF repeatedly on the remote control. ➜ If activated, the last set timer information will be shown for a few seconds and TIMER will appear on the display. ➜ If deactivated, “OFF” will be displayed.

To deactivate the wake up timer (five minutes interval)

● After timer wake up, press SNOOZE on the remote control. ➜ The system will switch to standby mode for five minutes. After that, it resumes the timer last selected source again.

● To cancel the snooze function, press SNOOZE again.

Note: – You are only able to activate the Snooze function within 30 minutes after timer wake up.

English

To exit without storing the setting

● Press Çon the system.

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Clock/Timer

English

Sleep Timer Setting

The sleep timer enables the system to switch to Standby mode automatically within a preset amount of time.

1 Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly

to select a preset amount of time. ➜ The selections are as follows (time in minutes):

15 ™ 30 ™ 45 ™ 60 ™ OFF ™ 15 … ➜ "SLEEP XX" or "OFF" will be displayed. "XX" is the time in minutes.

2 When you reach the desired length of time, stop

pressing the SLEEP button.

➜ SLEEP will appear on the display, except for "OFF" mode. ➜ The Sleep Timer is now set. Before the system switches to standby mode, a countdown of 10 seconds will be displayed.

"SLEEP 10" ™ "SLEEP 9".... ™

"SLEEP 1" ™ "SLEEP"

While SLEEP mode is activated

To check the remaining length of time

● Press SLEEP once.

To change the preset sleep timer

● Press SLEEP twice. ➜ The display will show the remaining time

followed by the sequence of sleep timer options.

To deactivate the Sleep Timer

● Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed, or press the STANDBY ON button.

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Specifications

AMPLIFIER

Output power

MC-70 .......................................... 100 W total power

..................... 2 x 50 W RMS

MC-50 ............................................. 50 W total power

..................... 2 x 25 W RMS

(1)

/ 2 x 40 W FTC

(1)

/ 2 x 20 W FTC

Signal-to-noise ratio .......................... ≥ 75 dBA (IEC)

Frequency response ........... 50 – 20000 Hz, –3 dB

Input sensitivity

AUX In / CDR In ................................. 500 mV / 1V

Output

Speakers ....................................................................≥ 6 Ω

Headphones...................................... 32 Ω – 1000 Ω

Subwoofer Out .............. 1.3 V ±2dB, > 22000 Ω

Digital Out .................................... IEC 958, 44.1 kHz

(1) (6 Ω, 60 Hz – 12.5 kHz, 10% THD)

CD PLAYER

Number of programmable tracks ......................... 40

Frequency response .......................... 20 – 20000 Hz

Signal-to-noise ratio ....................................... ≥ 76 dBA

Channel separation ..........................≥ 79 dB (1 kHz)

Total harmonic distortion ............ < 0.02% (1 kHz)

TUNER

FM wave range ...................................87.5 – 108 MHz

AM wave range .................................. 530 – 1700 kHz

Number of presets ........................................................ 40

Antenna

FM ............................................... 300 Ω dipole wire

AM........................................................ Loop antenna

TAPE PLAYER

Frequency response

CrO2 tape (type II) ....... 60 – 15000 Hz (–5 dB)

Normal tape (type I) ... 60 – 15000 Hz (–5 dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio

CrO2 tape (type II) ..................................... ≥ 50 dBA

Normal tape (type I) ................................. ≥ 47 dBA

Wow and flutter......................................... ≤ 0.4% DIN

SPEAKERS Front left/right

(1)

MC-70

System ................................................. 2 way, Bass reflex

Impedance........................................................................ 6 Ω

wOOx ...................... 1 x 5" top firing wOOx driver

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Woofer .......................................1 x 5.25" metal cones

Tweeter ................................................... 1 x 1" Ferrofluid

Dimensions (w x h x d) .180 x 264 x 215 (mm)

........................................... 7.09 x 10.39 x 8.46 (inches)

Weight............................. 2.74 kg / 6.03 pounds each

MC-50

System ...................................................2 way, Bass reflex

Impedance........................................................................ 6 Ω

Woofer .......................................1 x 5.25" metal cones

Tweeter ................................................... 1 x 1" Ferrofluid

Dimensions (w x h x d) .180 x 244 x 215 (mm)

.............................................. 7.09 x 9.61 x 8.46 (inches)

Weight............................. 2.63 kg / 5.79 pounds each

GENERAL

Material/finish ................................... Polystyrene/Metal

AC Power ................................................... 120 V / 60 Hz

Power Consumption

Active

MC-70 ................................................................... 80 W

MC-50 .................................................................... 60 W

Standby

MC-70 ................................................................... 15 W

MC-50 ................................................................... 15 W

Dimensions (w x h x d) .. 175 x 244 x 322 (mm)

........................................... 6.89 x 9.61 x 12.68 (inches)

Weight (without speakers)

MC-70 .............................. 5,09 kg / 11.20 pounds

MC-50 .............................. 5,08 kg / 11.18 pounds

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

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Maintenance

C CB

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 dirty,

clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. Do not wipe in a circular motion.

¶ Do not use solvents such as

benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analog 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 the cleaner.

Troubleshooting

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.

Demagnetizing the heads

¶ Use a demagnetizing tape available at your

dealer.

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 remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center.

Problem Solution

CD OPERATION

“NO DISC” is displayed. – 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”.

“DISC NOT FINALIZED” is displayed. – Use a finalized CD-R(W) or CD-R.

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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 parts, see “Maintenance”.

– Use only NORMAL (IEC I) or IEC type II (Cr02)

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.

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 toward

IR sensor on the front of the system.

The timer is not working. – Set the clock correctly.

– Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer. – If a recording is in progress, stop the recording.

Not all lighted buttons are showing light. – Press DISPLAY 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 DEMO STOP on the system automatically and buttons start flashing. to switch off the demonstration.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

AUDIO

One Year Free Labor

One Year Free Service on Parts

This product must be carried in for repair.

WHO IS COVERED?

You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service.A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.

WHAT IS COVERED?

Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.For one year thereafter, all parts will be repaired or replaced, and labor is free.

After one year from the day of purchase, you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts, and for all labor charges. All parts, including repaired and replaced parts, are covered only for the original warranty period.When the warranty on the product expires, the warranty on all replaced and repaired parts also expires.

WHAT IS EXCLUDED?

Your warranty does not cover:

• labor charges for installation or setup of the product, adjustment of customer controls on the product, and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product.

• product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company.

• reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or antenna systems outside the unit.

• a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications.

• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.This includes, but is not limited to, prerecorded material, whether copyrighted or not copyrighted.)

• a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes.

WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?

Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization will attempt to provide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).

MAKE SURE YOU KEEP...

Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase.Attach it to this owner’s manual and keep both nearby.Also keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product.

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BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...

Please check your owner’s manual before requesting service. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a service call.

TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U.S.A., PUERTO RICO OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...

Take the product to a Philips factory service center (see enclosed list) or authorized service center for repair.When the product has been repaired, you must pick up the unit at the center. Centers may keep defective parts. (In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this express warranty. But,because some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may last, this limitation may not apply to you.)

TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA...

Please contact Philips at:

1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)

1-800-363 7278 (English Speaking)

(In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct,indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages,howsoever incurred, even if notified of the possibility of such damages.)

REMEMBER...

Please record the model and serial numbers found on the product below.Also, please fill out and mail your warranty registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary.

MODEL # ________________________________________

SERIAL # ________________________________________

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.

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