Tune to a radio station 16
Program radio stations automatically 16
Program radio stations manually 16
Select a preset radio station 16
Change MW tuning grid 16
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1 Important
Safety
a Read these instructions.
b Keep these instructions.
c Heed all warnings.
d Follow all instructions.
e Do not use this apparatus near water.
f Clean only with dry cloth.
g Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
h Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifi ers)
that produce heat.
i Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
j Only use attachments/accessories
specifi ed by the manufacturer.
k Use only with the cart,
stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specifi ed by the
manufacturer or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
l Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
m Refer all servicing to qualifi ed 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.
n 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.
o Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
p Do not place any sources of danger on
the apparatus (e.g. liquid fi lled objects,
lighted candles).
q This product may contain lead and
mercury. Disposal of these materials
may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org.
r Where the MAINS plug or an appliance
coupler is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus. •
Never lubricate any part of this apparatus. •
Never place this apparatus on other electrical •
equipment.
Keep this appar atus away from direc t sunlight, •
naked fl ames or heat.
Never look into the laser beam inside this •
apparatus.
Ensure that you always have easy access to the •
power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect this
appar atus from the power.
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Notice
This apparatus includes this label:
Any changes or modifi cations made to this
device that are not expressly approved by
Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
The making of
unauthorized
copies of
copy-protected
material, including computer programs, fi les,
broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an
infringement of copyrights and constitute a
criminal offence. This equipment should not
be used for such purposes.
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 obser ve the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging
materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment.
Windows Media and the
Windows logo are trademarks,
or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
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2 Your product
Congratulations on your purchase, and
welcome to Philips! To fully benefi t from the
support that Philips offers, register your product
at www.philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this unit, you can enjoy audio discs, USB
devices, external devices, or radio stations.
The unit offers you multiple sound effect
settings that enrich sound with Digital Sound
Control (DSC) and Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB).
The unit supports the following media formats:
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your
package:
Main unit•
Loudspeaker boxes x 2•
Remote control•
MP3 link cable•
AC power cable•
Quick start guide•
User manual•
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Overview of the main unit
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a PULL TO OPEN
Open or close the disc •
compartment.
b STANDBY-ON
Turn on the unit, or switch to •
standby mode, or switch to Eco
Power Standby.
c USB RECORD
Record from a disc to a USB device.•
d USB DEL
Delete audio fi les stored on a USB •
device.
e
Start or pause play.•
f PRESET/ALBUM+/-
Select a preset radio station.•
Skip to the previous/nex t album.•
Adjust time.•
Select 12 hour or 24 hour format.•
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Skip to the previous/nex t track.•
Search within a track/ disc/USB.•
Tune to a radio station. •
h
Jack for a USB device. •
i VOLUME
Adjust volume.•
j MP3 LINK
Audio input jack (3.5mm ) for an •
external audio device.
k
Stop play or erase a program.•
l CLOCK
Set the clock.•
View the clock.•
During play, select display •
information.
m PROG
Program tracks.•
Program radio stations. •
n SOURCE
Select a source.•
o Display panel
Show current status.•
Overview of the remote
control
a POWER
Turn on the unit, switch to standby •
mode, or switch to Eco Power
standby.
b MODE
Select repeat play or random play.•
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c TIMER ON/OFF
Turn on or off alarm timer.•
d USB RECORD
Record from a disc to a USB device.•
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Search within a track/ disc/USB.•
Tune to a radio station. •
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/
Skip to the previous/nex t track.•
g
Start or pause play.•
h DSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
i ALB/PRESET+/-
Skip to the previous/nex t album.•
Select a preset radio station.•
Adjust time.•
Select 12 hour or 24 hour format.•
j MUTE
Mute volume.•
k PROG
Program tracks.•
Program radio stations. •
l CLOCK/DISPLAY
Set the clock.•
View the clock.•
During play, select display •
information.
m Numeric keypad
Select a track from a disc directly.•
n VOL +/-
Adjust volume.•
o
Stop play or erase a program.•
p DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass •
enhancement.
q USB DELETE
Delete audio fi les stored on a USB •
device.
r TIMER
Set an alarm timer.•
s SLEEP
Set the sleep timer.•
t Source selection keys
Select a source.•
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3 Get started
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or •
performance of procedures other than herein
may result in ha zardous radiation exposure or
other unsafe operation.
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in
sequence.
If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the
model and serial number of this apparatus. The
model number and serial number are on the
back of the apparatus. Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Connect speakers
Note
For optimal sound, use the supplied speakers •
only.
Connect only speakers with impedance that is •
the same or higher than the supplied speakers.
Refer to the Specifi cations section of this
manual.
1 Hold down the socket fl ap.
2 Insert the stripped par t of the wire
completely.
Insert the right speaker wires to •
“ RIGHT ”, left speaker wires to
“ LEFT ”.
Insert the red wires to “ • + ”, black
wires to “ - ”.
Release the socket fl ap. •
abc
Connect power
Note
Ensure that the colors of the speaker wires •
and terminals are matched.
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Caution
Risk of produc t damage! Ensure that the •
power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage set on the voltage selector on the back
of the unit.
Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure •
you have completed all other connections.
Note
Auto install radio stations
The type plate is located on the back of the •
main unit.
1 If your power supply voltage is 110V-
127V, adjust the voltage selector to 110V127 V.
2 Connect the AC power cable to:
the main unit.•
the wall socket.•
Prepare the remote control
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from •
heat, sunshine or fi re. Never discard batter ies
in fi re.
To replace the remote control battery:
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert 2 AAA batteries with correct
polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
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Note
If you are not going to use the remote control •
for a long time, remove the batteries.
Do not use old and new or different types of •
batteries in combination.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they •
should be disposed of properly.
When you connect power and no radio
stations are stored, the unit automatically begins
to store radio stations.
1 Connect the unit to the power supply.
[AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY] (auto »
install - press the PLAY button) is
displayed.
2 Press on the main unit to star t
installation.
[AUTO] (auto) is displayed. »
The unit automatically stores radio »
stations with suffi cient signal strength.
When all the available radio stations »
are stored, the fi rst preset radio station
is broadcast automatically.
Set clock
1 In the standby mode, press CLOCK/
DISPLAY to activate the clock setting
mode.
The 12 hour or 24 hour format is »
displayed.
2 Press ALB/PRESET+/- repeatedly to
select 12 hour or 24 hour format.
3 Press CLOCK/DISPLAY to confi rm.
The hour digits are displayed and begin »
to blink.
4 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to set the hour.
5 Press CLOCK/DISPLAY to confi rm.
The minute digits are displayed and »
begin to blink.
6 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to set the minute.
7 Press CLOCK/DISPLAY to confi rm.
Tip
To view the clock during play, press •CLOCK/DISPLAY repeatedly until the clock is
displayed.
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Turn on
1 Press POWER .
The unit switches to the last selected »
source.
Switch to standby
1 Press POWER to switch the unit to
standby mode.
The clock (if set) appears on the »
display panel.
To switch the unit to Eco Power Standby
mode:
1 Press and hold POWER for more than 2
seconds.
The backlight on the display panel »
turns off.
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4 Play
Play disc
1 Press DISC to select the disc source.
2 Lift the disc compartment door on the
top panel to open the disc compartment.
3 Insert a disc with the printed side facing
up, then close the disc compartment.
4 If the disc doesn’t play, press .
To pause/resume play, press •
To stop play, press •
To select another track, press •
or press a numeric button.
To select an album, press • ALB/PRESET+/- .
To search within a track, press and •
hold
/ , then release to resume
normal play.
Play from USB
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1 Plug the USB device into the the
socket of this unit.
2 Press USB to select the USB source.
3 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to select a folder.
4 Press / to select an audio fi le.
5 If the USB device doesn’t play, press .
To pause/resume play, press •
To stop play, press •
To search within an audio fi le, press •
and hold
resume normal play.
/ , then release to
.
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Note
• Ensure that the USB device contains playable
audio contents for supported formats. (se e
‘USB playability information’ on page 20 )
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5 Play options
Repeat and random play
1 Press MODE repeatedly to select:
[REP] (repeat): the current track is •
played repeatedly.
[REP ALL] (repeat all): all tracks are •
played repeatedly.
[SHUF] (shuffl e): all tracks are played •
randomly.
2 To return to normal play, press MODE
repeatedly until play mode is no longer
displayed.
Tip
Shuffl e play cannot be selected when you play •
programmed tracks.
Program tracks
You can program a maximum of 40 tracks.
1 At CD/USB mode, in the stop position,
press PROG to activate the program
mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the »
display.
2 For MP3/ WMA tracks, press ALB/
PRESET+/- to select an album.
3 Press / to select a track number, then
press PROG to confi rm.
4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 to select and store all
tracks to program.
5 Press to play the programmed tracks.
During play, [PROG] (program) is »
displayed.
To erase the program, in the stop •
position, press
[SEARCH] (search) is displayed. »
The radio tunes to a station with »
strong reception automatically.
3 Repeat step 2 to tune to more stations.
To tune to a weak station, press •
repeatedly until you fi nd optimal
reception.
Program radio stations
automatically
You can program a maximum of 40 (FM +
MW) preset radio stations.
1 In the tuner mode, press and hold PROG
for 2 seconds to activate automatic
program mode.
[AUTO] (auto) is displayed. »
All available stations are programmed »
in the order of waveband reception
strength.
The fi rst programmed radio station is »
broadcast automatically.
Program radio stations
manually
You can program a maximum of 40 (FM +
MW) preset radio stations.
1 Tune to a radio station.
2 Press PROG to activate program mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the »
display.
3 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to allocate a
number to this radio station, then press
PROG to confi rm.
4 Repeat the above steps to program other
stations.
Tip
To overwrite a programmed s tation, store •
another station in its place.
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Select a preset radio station
1 In tuner mode, press ALB/PRESET+/- to
select a preset number.
Tip
Position the antenna as far as possible from •
TV, VCR or other radiation source.
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust •
the position of the antenna.
Change MW tuning grid
In some countries, the MW radio frequency
step between adjacent channels is 10 kHz (9
kHz in some areas).
1 Select the MW radio source.
2 Press and hold on the main unit for
more than 5 seconds.
The frequency step is changed to 9 »
kHz or 10 kHz.
All preset stations are erased and need »
to be re-programmed.
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8 USB record
You can record the audio fi les on a disc into a
USB device. Audio CD tracks and MP3 fi les are
recorded in .mp3 format, and WMA fi les are
recorded in .wma format.
The fi rst time you record to USB, a folder
called ‘PHILIPS’ is automatically created in the
USB device. Each time you record to USB, the
recorded fi les are stored in a sub-folder in the
‘PHILIPS’ folder. Files and sub-folders are named
numerically in the order in which they are
created.
Auto record from CD to
USB
1 Press DISC to select the disc source.
2 Load a disc.
To select a track from which a •
recording star ts, press the numeric
buttons.
3 Plug the USB device into the socket of
this unt.
4 Press USB RECORD repeatedly to select:
[RECORD ONE] (record one): the •
fi rst/current track is recorded.
[RECORD ALL] (record all): all •
tracks/the remaining tracks are
recorded.
Disc play starts automatically from the »
beginning of the disc/the selected track,
and the recording starts.
To stop recording, press •
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Note
If the USB device does not have enough •
memory to store the CD track, a message
about full memory is displayed.
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9 Other features
Set the alarm timer
This unit can be used as an alarm clock. The
DISC, TUNER or USB is activated to play at a
preset time.
1 Ensure that you have set the clock
correctly.
2 Press and hold TIMER .
3 Press DISC , TUN or USB to select a
source.
4 Press TIMER to confi rm.
The hour digits are displayed and begin »
to blink.
5 Press / to set the hour.
6 Press TIMER to confi rm.
The minute digits are displayed and »
begin to blink.
7 Press / to set the minute.
8 Press TIMER to confi rm.
The timer is set and activated. »
Activate and deactivate the alarm
timer
1 Press TIMER ON/OFF repeatedly to
activate or deactivate the timer.
If the timer is activated, the display »
shows
If the timer is deactivated, »
disappears on the display.
Note
In MP3 link mode, the alarm timer cannot be •
set.
If disc source is selected and the track cannot •
be played, tuner is activated automatically.
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Set the sleep timer
This unit can switch to standby automatically
after a set period of time.
1 When the unit is turned on, press SLEEP
repeatedly to select a set period of time
(in minutes).
When sleep timer is activated, the »
display shows
To deactivate sleep timer
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1 Press SLEEP repeatedly until “0” is
displayed.
When sleep timer is deactivated, »
disappears on the display.
Listen to an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device
through this unit.
1 Press MP3 LINK to select the MP3 link
source.
2 Connect the supplied MP3 link cable to:
the • MP3 LINK jack (3.5mm) on the
unit.
the headphone jack on an external •
device.
3 Star t to play the device (refer to the
device’s user manual).
Delete fi les in the USB device
1 During USB play, press / to select a
track.
2 Press USB DELETE .
A confi rmation message is displayed. »
3 When the above confi rmation message
is displayed, press USB DELETE again to
confi rm.
To cancel, press •
After you delete the fi le, the USB play »
stops.
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10 Product
information
Note
Product information is subject to change •
without prior notice.
Tuner
Tuning range FM: 87.5 - 108MHz;
MW: 531 - 1602kHz (9KHz);
530 - 1700KHz (10KHz)
Tu n i ng grid 50KHz (FM);
9KHz/10KHz (MW)
Number of
presets
MW loop antenna
40 (FM + MW )
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Specifi cations
Amplifi er
Rated Output Power 2X5W RMS
Frequency Response 60 - 16kHz, ±3dB
Signal to Noise Ratio >65dB
Aux Input 0.5 V RMS 20kohm
Disc
Laser Type Semiconductor
Disc Diameter 12cm/8cm
Suppor t Disc CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW,
MP3-CD, WMA-CD
Audio DAC 24Bits / 44.1kHz
Total Harmonic
USB fl ash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)•
USB fl ash players (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)•
memory cards (requires an additional •
card reader to work with this unit)
Supported formats:
USB or memory fi le format FAT12, •
FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512 bytes)
MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 Kbps and •
variable bit rate
WMA v9 or earlier•
Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 •
levels
Number of albums/ folders: maximum 99•
Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999•
ID3 tag v2.0 or later•
File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum •
length: 128 bytes)
Unsupported formats:
Empty albums: an empty album is an •
album that does not contain MP3/WMA
fi les, and is not be shown in the display.
Unsupported fi le formats are skipped. •
For example, Word documents (.doc) or
MP3 fi les with extension .dlf are ignored
and not played.
AAC, WAV, PCM audio fi les•
DRM protected WMA fi les (.wav, .m4a, •
.m4p, .mp4, .aac)
WMA fi les in Lossless format•
Clean the cabinet
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with •
a mild detergent solution. Do not use
a solution containing alcohol, spirits,
ammonia or abrasives.
Clean discs
When a disc becomes •
dirty, clean it with a
cleaning cloth. Wipe the
disc from the centre out.
Do not use solvents •
such as benzene, thinner,
commercially available
cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for
analogue records.
Clean the disc lens
After prolonged use, dirt or dust may •
accumulate at the disc lens. To ensure
good play quality, clean the disc lens
with Philips CD lens cleaner or any
commercially available cleaner. Follow the
instructions supplied with cleaner.
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11 Troubleshooting
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus. •
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair
the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this
apparatus, check the following points before
requesting service. If the problem remains
unsolved, go to the Philips web site www.
philips.com/welcome. When you contact Philips,
ensure that the apparatus is nearby and the
model number and serial number are available.
No power
Ensure that the AC power plug of the •
unit is connected properly.
Ensure that there is power at the AC •
outlet.
To save power, the unit switches to •
standby automatically 15 minutes after
a play reaches the end and no control is
operated.
No sound or poor sound
Adjust the volume. •
Disconnect the headphones. •
Check that the speakers are connected •
correctly.
Check if the stripped speaker wires are •
clamped.
Left and right sound outputs reversed
Check the speaker connections and •
location.
No response from the unit
Disconnect and reconnect the AC power •
plug, then turn on the unit again.
Remote control does not work
Before you press any function button, •
fi rst select the correct source with the
remote control instead of the main unit.
Reduce the distance between the remote •
control and the unit.
Insert the batteries with their polarities •
(+/– signs) aligned as indicated.
Replace the batteries. •
Aim the remote control directly at the •
sensor on the front of the main unit.
No disc detected
Insert a disc. •
Check if the disc is inser ted upside down. •
Wait until the moisture condensation at •
the lens has cleared.
Replace or clean the disc. •
Use a fi nalized CD or correct format disc. •
Cannot display some fi les in USB device
The number of folders or fi les in the USB •
device has exceeded a cer tain limit. This
phenomenon is not a malfunction.
The formats of these fi les are not •
supported.
USB device not supported
The USB device is incompatible with the •
unit. Try another one.
Poor radio reception
Increase the distance between the unit •
and your TV or VCR.
Fully extend and adjust the FM antenna. •
Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly. •
Switch on the timer. •
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power •
cord has been disconnected.
Reset the clock /timer. •