Introduction 7
What’s in the box 7
Overview of the main unit 7
Overview of the remote control 9
3 Get started 11
Connect speakers 11
Connect power 11
Install remote control batteries 11
Set clock 12
Turn on 12
4 Play 13
Play disc 13
Play from USB 13
Play tape 13
Listen to an external device 13
Record from CD to tape 17
Record a section of a disc to tape 17
Record from radio to tape 17
Record from USB 17
Record from external audio devices 17
9 Use more of your Micro System 18
Set the sleep timer 18
Set the alarm timer 18
Listen through headphone 18
10 Product information 19
Specifications 19
Supported MP3 disc formats 20
USB playability information 20
Maintenance 20
11 Troubleshooting 22
5 Play options 14
Repeat and random play 14
Program tracks 14
Display play information 14
8 Record 17
6 Listen to the radio 15
Tune to a radio station 15
Program radio stations automatically 15
Program radio stations manually 15
Select a preset radio station 15
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1 Important
Safety
Important Safety Instructions
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 amplifiers)
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
specified by the manufacturer.
k 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-over.
l 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.
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.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries •
installed) shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
o Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
p Do not place any sources of danger on
the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects,
lighted candles).
q Where the plug of the Direct Plug-
in Adapter is used as the disconnect
device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus. •
Never lubricate any par t of this apparatus. •
Never place this apparatus on other electrical •
equipment.
Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight, naked •
flames 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
apparatus from the power.
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Notice
Any changes or modifications 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, files, broadcasts and sound
recordings, may be an infringement of
copyrights and constitute a criminal offence.
This equipment should not be used for such
purposes.
Recording and playback of material might
require consent. See Copyright Act 1956 and
The Performer’s Protection Acts 1958 to
1972.
This apparatus includes this label:
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol
is attached to a product it means that the
product is covered by the European Directive
2002/96/EC.
Please inform yourself about the local separate
collection system for electrical and electronic
products.
Please act according to your local rules and
do not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste. Correct disposal of
your old product helps to prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health.
Your product contains batteries covered by
the European Directive 2006/66/EC, which
cannot be disposed with normal household
waste.Please inform yourself about the local
rules on separate collection of batteries
because correct disposal helps to prevent
negative consequences for the environmental
and human health.
English
This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the European
Community.
Your product is designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
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Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
We have tried to make the packaging easy to
separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
paper pulp (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.
Norge
Typeskilt fi nnes på apparatens underside.
Observer: Nettbryteren er sekundert
innkoplet. Den innebygde netdelen er derfor
ikke frakoplet nettet så lenge apparatet er
tilsluttet nettkontakten.
For å redusere faren for brann eller elektrisk
støt, skal apparatet ikke utsettes for regn eller
fuktighet.
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2 Your Micro
System
Congratulations on your purchase, and
welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the
support that Philips offers, register your product
at www.Philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this apparatus, you can enjoy music from
audio discs, tapes, external devices, and listen to
radio stations.
The apparatus offers you multiple sound effect
settings that enrich sound with Digital Sound
Control (DSC) and Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB).
When you activate record from disc to tape,
this apparatus starts disc play automatically.
The apparatus supports the following media
formats:
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Note
The type plate is located on the back of the •
apparatus.
What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your
package:
Main unit•
Power adapter•
Loudspeaker boxes x 2•
Remote control •
Overview of the main unit
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a Display panel
Display current status.•
b STANDBY-ON
Turn on the apparatus; switch to •
standby mode.
c
Open or close the disc •
compartment.
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d
Start or pause play.•
e DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass •
enhancement.
f TUNING /
Skip to the previous/next track.•
Tune to a radio station.•
Search within a track.•
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g Disc compartment
h
USB socket.•
i MP3 LINK
Jack for an external audio device.•
j
Headphone socket.•
k PRESET/ALBUM
Select a preset radio station.•
Skip to the previous/next album.•
l DSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
m
Stop play.•
Erase a program.•
n VOLUME+/-
Adjust volume.•
Adjust time.•
o CLOCK
Set the clock.•
View the clock.•
p Remote control sensor
q SOURCE
Select a source.•
r Tape controls
•
Start to record.
•
Start tape play.
•
/
Fast rewind/wind the tape.
•
Stop the tape play or open the tape
door.
•
Pause tape play or pause recording.
Overview of the remote
control
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a
Switch to standby mode, or Eco •
Power standby mode.
b OPEN/CLOSE
Open or close the disc •
compartment.
c CD
Select disc source.•
d
Skip to the previous/next album.•
Select a preset radio station.•
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e USB/MP3 LINK
Select USB device source.•
Select external audio device source.•
f DISPLAY
Select display information during play.•
g VOL +/-
Adjust volume.•
Adjust time.•
h Numeric keypad 0-9
Select a track from a disc directly.•
Select a preset radio station.•
i PROG
Program radio stations.•
Program tracks.•
j SLEEP/TIMER
Set the sleep timer.•
Set the alarm timer.•
Activate or deactivate timer.•
k DSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
l DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass •
enhancement.
m REPEAT/SHUFFLE
Select repeat play modes.•
Select shuffle play modes.•
n
Stop play.•
Erase a program.•
o
Mute or restore volume.•
p TAPE
Select tape source.•
q /
Tune to a radio station.•
Skip to the previous/next track.•
Search within a track.•
r
Start or pause play.•
s TUNER
Select tuner source.•
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3 Get started
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or per formance •
of procedures other than herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe
operation.
Connect power
English
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
Ensure that the colors of the speaker wires and •
terminals are matched.
1 Hold down the socket flap.
2 Insert the stripped part of the wire
completely.
Inser t the right speaker wires to “• R”,
left speaker wires to “L”.
Inser t the red/blue wires to “• +”,
black wires to “-”.
3 Release the socket flap.
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power •
supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on
the back or the underside of the apparatus.
Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the AC •
power cord, always pull the plug from the socket.
Never pull the cord.
Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure you •
have completed all other connections.
1 Connect the power adapter to
the • DC IN jack on the rear of the
main unit
the power socket.•
Install remote control batteries
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from heat, •
sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries in fire.
Risk of decreased battery life! Never mix different •
brands or types of batteries.
Risk of product damage! When the remote control is •
not used for long periods, remove the batteries.
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert 2 UM-4 AAA batteries with
correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
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3 Close the battery compartment.
Set clock
In standby mode, press and hold CLOCK
1
on the main unit to activate the clock
setting mode.
[SET CLOCK] (set clock) is displayed »
briefly. Then the hour digits are
displayed and begin to blink.
Note
In Eco Power Standby mode, press •CLOCK to show
clock first, then press and hold CLOCK to proceed
clock setting.
2 Press on the main unit repeatedly to
select 12 hour or 24 hour format.
3 Turn VOLUME+/- to set the hour.
4 Press CLOCK to confirm.
The minute digits are displayed and »
begin to blink.
5 Turn VOLUME+/- to set the minute.
6 Press CLOCK to confirm.
Switch to standby
1 Press to switch the apparatus to
standby mode.
The backlight on the display panel is »
reduced.
The clock (if set) appears on the »
display panel.
To switch the apparatus to Eco Power
Standby mode:
1 In standby mode, press and hold for
more than 2 seconds.
The backlight on the display panel »
turns off.
Note
If no button is pressed over 15 minutes in Standby •
mode, the unit goes to Eco Power Standby mode
automatically and the backlight on the display turns off.
Turn on
Press STANDBY-ON on the main unit.
1
The apparatus switches to the last »
selected source.
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4 Play
Play disc
Press CD to select the disc source.
1
2 Press to open the disc tray.
3 Insert a disc with the printed side facing
up, then close the disc tray.
Play starts automatically. »
To pause/resume play, press •
To stop play, press •
For MP3/WMA files: to select an •
album, press
To skip to a track, press •
To search within a track, press and •
/. Release to resume
hold
normal play.
.
.
Play from USB
Note
Ensure that the USB device contains playable audio •
content.
1 Flip open the USB socket cover on the
front panel.
2 Insert the USB plug of a USB device into
the socket.
.
/.
3 Press USB/MP3 LINK to select the USB
source.
Play starts automatically. »
To pause/resume play, press •
To stop play, press •
For MP3/WMA files: to select an •
album, press
To skip to a track, press •
To search within a track, press and •
hold
/. Release to resume
normal play.
.
.
.
/.
Play tape
Note
When you play or record a tape, the sound source •
cannot be changed.
1 Press TAP E to select the tape source.
2 Open the tape button cover.
3 Press to open the tape door.
4 Load the tape with the open side
downward and the full spool to the left.
5 Press to start play.
To pause/resume play, press •
To rewind or fast-forwared, press •
/ .
To stop play, press •
.
.
Listen to an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device
through this unit with an MP3 link calbe (not
supplied).
1 Press USB/MP3 LINK to select the MP3
link source.
2 Connect the MP3 link cable to
the • MP3 LINK socket on this unit.
the headphone socket on the external •
audio device, for example, an MP3
player. 3 Start to play the MP3 player.
(See the user manual of the MP3 player)
3 Start to play the MP3 player. (See the
user manual of the MP3 player)
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5 Play options
Repeat and random play
Press REPEAT/SHUFFLE repeatedly to
1
select:
• [REP] (repeat): the current track is
played repeatedly.
• [REP ALL] (repeat all): all tracks are
played repeatedly.
• [SHUF] (shuffle): all tracks are played
randomly.
• [SHUF REP ALL] (repeat all
randomly): all tracks are played
repeatedly in random order.
2 To return to normal play, press REPEAT/
SHUFFLE repeatedly until play mode is
no longer displayed.
Program tracks
You can program a maximum of 20 tracks.
1 In CD/USB mode, at the stop position,
press PROG to activate the program
mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the »
display.
2 For MP3/WMA tracks, press to select
an album.
3 Press /to select a track number,
then press PROG to confirm.
4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 to program more
tracks.
5 Press to play the programmed tracks.
During play, [PROG] (program) is »
displayed.
To erase the program, in the stop •
position, press
To review the program, in the stop •
position, press and hold PROG for
more than 2 seconds.
.
Display play information
During play, press DISPLAY repeatedly to
1
select different play information.
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6 Listen to the
Program radio stations manually
radio
Tune to a radio station
Note
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjus t the •
position of the FM antenna.
•
1 Press TUNER to select the tuner source.
2 Press and hold / for more than 2
seconds.
[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 find optimal
reception.
Program radio stations
automatically
Note
You can program a maximum of 20 FM radio stations •
and 10 MW radio s tations.
Note
You can program a maximum of 20 FM radio stations •
and 10 MW radio s tations.
1 Tune to a radio station.
2 Press PROG to activate program mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the »
display.
3 Press to allocate a number (1 to 20)
to this radio station, then press PROG to
confirm.
The preset number and the frequency »
of the preset station are displayed.
4 Repeat the above steps to program other
stations.
Note
To overwrite a programmed station, store another •
station in its place.
Select a preset radio station
In tuner mode, press to select a
1
preset number.
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1 In 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 first programmed radio station is »
broadcast automatically.
To record, use only “Normal” (IEC type I) tapes •
on which the write-protec t notches (tabs) are not
broken.
Tip
When you play or record a tape, the sound source •
cannot be changed.
The best recording level is set automatically. •
Change of volume and sound effect does not affect
recording.
Note
The quality of recorded sound can differ depending •
on the source and the tape used.
Record from CD to tape
Press CD to select disc source.
1
2 Load a disc.
3 Open the tape button cover.
4 Press to open the tape door.
5 Load a tape.
6 Press to start recording.
Disc play starts automatically from the »
beginning of the disc.
To pause/resume recording, press•
To stop recording, press•
Record a section of a disc to
tape
During disc play, press and hold / to
1
search, then release the button.
To select a track, press •
2 Press to pause disc play.
3 Press to start recording.
Disc play resumes automatically. »
.
/.
To pause recording, press• . To
resume, press this button again.
To stop recording, press•
.
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Record from radio to tape
Tune to the desired radio station.
1
2 Open the tape button cover.
3 Press to open the tape door.
4 Load a tape.
5 Press to start recording.
To pause recording, press•
resume, press this button again.
To stop recording, press•
. To
.
Record from USB
Press USB/MP3 LINK repeatedly to
1
select USB source.
2 Connect a USB device.
3 Open the tape button cover.
4 Press to open the tape door.
5 Load a tape.
6 Start play the USB device and then
press
.
Record from external audio
to start recording.
To pause/resume recording, press •
To stop recording, press •
.
.
devices
Press USB/MP3 LINK repeatedly to
1
select external audio source.
2 Connect an external audio device.
3 Open the tape button cover.
4 Press to open the tape door.
5 Load a tape.
6 Start play the device and then press to
start recording.
To pause/resume recording, press •
To stop recording, press •
.
.
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9 Use more of
your Micro
7 Press VOL +/- to set the minute.
8 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm.
The timer is set and activated. »
System
Set the sleep timer
This unit can switch to standby automatically
after a preset period of time.
1 When the unit is turned on, press SLEEP/
TIMER repeatedly to select a set period
of time (in minutes).
When sleep timer is activated, the »
display shows
To deactivate sleep timer
1 Press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly until “SLP
OFF” is displayed.
When sleep timer is deactivated, »
disappears on the display.
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 In standby mode, press and hold SLEEP/
TIMER for more than 2 seconds.
3 Press CD, TUNER or USB/MP3 LINK to
select a source.
4 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm.
The hour digits are displayed and begin »
to blink.
5 Press VOL +/- to set the hour.
6 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm.
The minute digits are displayed and »
begin to blink.
.
Activate and deactivate the alarm
timer
1 In standby mode, press SLEEP/TIMER
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
If disc /USB device source is selected and the track •
cannot be played, tuner is activated automatically.
.
Listen through headphone
Plug a headphone into the socket on
1
the unit.
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10 Product
information
Note
Product information is subject to change without •
prior notice.
Tape deck
Frequency response
Normal tape (type I)•
Signal-to-noise ratio
Normal tape (type I)•
Wow and flutter<0.4% JIS
125 - 8000
Hz (8 dB)
40 dBA
Speakers
Speaker Impedance4ohm
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Specifications
Amplifier
Rated Output Power 2X5W RMS
Frequency Response 60 - 16kHz, ±3dB
Signal to Noise Ratio >62dB
Disc
Laser TypeSemiconductor
Disc Diameter12cm/8cm
Support DiscCD-DA, CD-R,
CD-RW, MP3-CD,
WMA-CD
Audio DAC24Bits / 44.1kHz
Total Harmonic
Distortion
Frequency Response 60Hz -16kHz
S/N Ratio>62dBA
Tuner
Tuning RangeFM: 87.5 - 108MHz;
Tuning grid50 kHz (FM); 9 kHz
Total Harmonic
Distortion
Signal to Noise
Ratio
<1%
MW: 531 - 1602kHz
(MW)
<3%
>50 dB
General information-Specs
Power supplyModel: GFP181T-
1512-1 or
GFP181DA-1512-1,
Input: AC100-240V~,
50/60Hz, 0.35A
Output: DC15V,
1.2A
Operation Power
Consumption
Standby Power
Consumption
Dimensions
Main Unit (W x H •
x D)
Speaker Box (W x •
H x D)
Weight
With Packing•
Main Unit•
Speaker Box•
26 W
<4 W
152 x 228 x 222mm
146 x 232 x 140mm
6.6 kg
1.95 kg
2 x 1.2 kg
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Supported MP3 disc formats
ISO9660, Joliet•
Maximum title number: 512 (depending •
on file name length)
Maximum album number: 255•
Supported sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, •
(.wav, .m4a, .m4p, .mp4, .aac)
WMA files in Lossless format•
Maintenance
USB playability information
Compatible USB devices:
USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or •
USB1.1)
USB flash players (USB 2.0 or •
USB1.1)
memory cards (requires an additional •
card reader to work with this
apparatus)
Supported formats:
USB or memory file 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 - v2.4•
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 files, and is not be shown in
the display.
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, dir t 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.
Clean the heads and the tape paths
To ensure good recording and play •
quality, clean the heads A, the capstan(s) B, and pressure roller(s) C after every 50
hours of tape operation.
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Use a cotton swab slightly moistened •
with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
You can also clean the heads by playing a •
cleaning tape once.
Demagnetise the heads
Use a demagnetising tape available at •
your dealer.
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11 Troubleshooting
Caution
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/support). When you contact Philips,
ensure that your 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 system switches •
off automatically 15 minutes after track
play reaches the end and no control is
operated.
No sound or poor sound
Adjust the volume. •
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 system again.
As a power-saving feature, the unit •
switches off automatically 15 minutes
after track play reaches the end and no
control is operated.
Cannot record/play tape
Clean deck parts. •
Use only NORMAL tape. •
Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the •
missing tab space.
Remote control does not work
Before you press any function button, •
first select the correct source with the
remote control instead of the main unit.
Reduce the distance between the remote •
control and the unit.
Inser t the battery with its polarities (+/– •
signs) aligned as indicated.
Replace the battery. •
Aim the remote control directly at the •
sensor on the front of the unit.
USB device not supported
The USB device is incompatible with the •
apparatus. Try another one.
No disc detected
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. •
Use a finalized CD or correct format disc. •
Poor radio reception
Increase the distance between the unit •
and your TV or VCR.
Fully extend the FM antenna. •
Connect an outdoor FM antenna instead. •
Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly. •
Switch on the timer. •
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power •
plug has been disconnected.
Reset the clock/timer. •