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V355 V355 VCD MP3-CD Mini Hi-Fi System 3139 115 21371 pg 001-034/V355/21-Eng 4/17/02, 1:14 PM...
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Optimum disc playability : ensuring excellent picture quality Philips components and modules for the various CD applications have always enjoyed an excellent reputation in the market place for super disc playability - the ability to play discs which may be scratched, soiled or not fully according to the standard specification.
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VCD MP3-CD MINI HIFI SYSTEM DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY STANDBY-ON SLEEP OPEN/ CLOSE DISC CHANGE PLAYBACK pg 001-034/V355/21-Eng C H A N G E R CD / CD-R / CD-RW COMPATIBLE MASTER BAND TAPE 1 • 2 CDR/VIDEO VOLUME TUNER TAPE NTSC/ SEARCH •TUNING PLAY•...
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CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation. 3139 115 21371 pg 001-034/V355/21-Eng 4/17/02, 1:14 PM...
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Index English ------------------------------------------------ 6 -------------------------------------------------------- 35 Bahasa Melayu ----------------------------------- 64 Bahasa Indonesia -------------------------------- 93 3139 115 21371 pg 001-034/V355/21-Eng 4/17/02, 1:14 PM...
Contents General Information Supplied accessories ... 7 Environmental information ... 7 Safety information ... 7 Preparations Rear connections ... 8–9 Power Antennas connection Speakers connection Video Out Connection Connecting other equipment to your system Inserting batteries into the remote control ... 9 Controls Controls on the system and remote control ...
IMPORTANT! PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VOLTAGE SELECTOR LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THIS SYSTEM IS PRESET AT 220V FROM THE FACTORY. FOR COUNTRIES THAT OPERATE AT 110V-127V, PLEASE ADJUST TO 110V-127V BEFORE YOU SWITCH ON THE SYSTEM. Supplied accessories – 2 speaker boxes –...
Preparations AM loop antenna ANTENNA speaker (right) ANTENNA AUX/CDR SPEAKERS 6 AC power cord Rear connections The type plate is located at the rear of the system. Power Before connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet, ensure that the following are done; –...
Speakers Connection Front Speakers Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKERS terminals, right speaker to "R" and left speaker to "L", coloured (marked) wire to "+" and black (unmarked) wire to "-". Fully insert the stripped portion of the speaker wire into the terminal as shown.
Controls (main system’s illustrations on page 3) Controls on the system and remote control STANDBY ON y – to switch the system on or to standby mode. SLEEP – to activate/deactivate or set the sleep timer. DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY – the active DSC will be lighted.
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VCD operations (for VCD version 2.0 only) – to switch on or off the playback control mode. RETURN – to return to the previous menu level during playback (for VCD with PBC switched on). Tape deck 1 Tape deck 2 Tape deck operations A.
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Controls ≥ REPEAT – to playback track/disc/programme repeatedly. • Numeric keys (0 – 9) (numbers consisting more than two figures must be keyed in within 2 seconds.) – to direct key in a track number for CD/VCD/MP3-CD. ª – to switch the system to standby mode. pg 001-034/V355/21-Eng ∞...
DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY STANDBY-ON SLEEP BAND TUNER NTSC/ SEARCH •TUNING ALBUM- OPEN/ CLOSE TITLE- DISC PREV/ PRESET STOP•CLEAR / CHANGE RETURN A. REPLAY RECORD IMPORTANT! Before operating the system, complete the preparation procedures. Plug and Play Plug and Play allows you to store all available radio stations automatically.
Basic Functions Demonstration mode The system has a demonstration mode that shows the various features offered by the system. To activate the demonstration In standby mode, press and holdÇon the system until "WELCOME" is displayed. The demonstration will begin. To deactivate the demonstration Press and holdÇon the system until "DEMO OFF"...
Sound control Digital Sound Control (DSC) The DSC feature enables you to enjoy special sound effects that have preset equaliser settings, providing the best music reproduction. Press DSC. The selected DSC is shown. Adjust the jog control (or press DSC on the remote control repeatedly) to select : JAZZ, ROCK, TECHNO or OPTIMAL.
VCD MP3-CD MINI HIFI SYSTEM DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY STANDBY-ON SLEEP BAND TUNER NTSC/ SEARCH •TUNING ALBUM- OPEN/ CLOSE TITLE- DISC PREV/ PRESET STOP•CLEAR CHANGE RETURN A. REPLAY RECORD IMPORTANT! – This system is designed for regular discs. Therefore, do not use any accessories such as disc stabiliser rings or disc treatment sheets, etc., as offered on the market, because they may jam the changer...
Sound Quality Take note that MP3-CD compilations should best contain only MP3 tracks (.mp3). To achieve a good MP3 quality, a bit rate of 128 kbps is recommended. Loading discs Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray. Load up to two discs on the individual disc trays. To load the third disc, press DISC CHANGE.
CD/VCD/MP3-CD Operations Selecting a desired track/passage To search for a particular passage during playback Press à or á to select four different search speed. "FRX1" ; "FRX2" ; "FRX3" or "FRX4" is displayed on the TV screen when you select a fast rewind search.
Programming the disc tracks Programming tracks is possible when playback is stopped. Up to 99 tracks can be stored in the memory in any order. Load the desired discs on the disc tray (refer to “Loading discs”). Press VCD 1/2/3 to select a disc. Programming can only be done on the selected disc.
VCD Operations VCD.CD 1/2/3 AUX TUNER TAPE 1/2 MP3.CD 1/2/3 PROG REPEAT VOLUME É Å TITLE í ë Ç à á ALBUM RETURN DIGEST ZOOM RESUME SLOW Ö VOCAL ECHO KEY CONTROL pg 001-034/V355/21-Eng Adjusting the TV system Before viewing the video CD, ensure that the mini system is switched to corresponding PAL or NTSC system of your TV set (except Multi–...
Playing a video CD with PBC functions (for VCD version 2.0 only) VCD with PBC (Playback Control) will be indicated on the display of the set as soon as they are inserted. PBC is a predefined play sequence stored in the VCD. Switch on the TV, insert a VCD with PBC and pressÉ...
VCD Operations Playing a specific passage repeatedly This feature is also applicable to audio CD (except for MP3-CD). To play a certain scene or passage of the disc repeatedly. Press A-B on the remote control during playback to mark the start of the chosen scene or passage.
Changing vocal This feature allows you to fade out the original vocal from a karaoke VCD. You can also use it to select the desired language. Press VOCAL on the remote control repeatedly to select the following modes : STEREO ™ STEREO VOCAL LEFT ™ STEREO VOCAL RIGHT ™...
Radio Reception DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY STANDBY-ON SLEEP BAND TUNER NTSC/ SEARCH •TUNING ALBUM- OPEN/ CLOSE TITLE- DISC PREV/ PRESET STOP•CLEAR CHANGE RETURN A. REPLAY RECORD Tuning to radio stations Press TUNER to select TUNER mode. "TUNER" is displayed. A few seconds later, the current radio frequency will appear on the display.
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 Tune to your desired radio station (refer to “Tuning to radio stations”). Press PROG. starts flashing.
Tape Operation / Recording DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY STANDBY-ON SLEEP BAND TUNER NTSC/ SEARCH •TUNING ALBUM- OPEN/ CLOSE TITLE- DISC PREV/ PRESET STOP•CLEAR CHANGE RETURN A. REPLAY RECORD PLAYBACK IMPORTANT! – Before playing a tape, check and tighten slack tape with a pencil. Slack tape may get jammed or may burst in the mechanism.
Rewinding / Fast forwarding Stop playback, press à or á. The tape will stop automatically at the end of rewinding or fast forwarding. Press Ç to stop rewinding or fast forwarding. Note: – During rewinding or fast forwarding of a tape, it is also possible to select another source (VCD or TUNER, for example).
Tape Operation / Recording To select another track during recording PressÉ Å to interrupt recording. Pressí or ë to select the desired track. PressÉ Å to resume recording. To stop recording Press Ç. Recording and disc playback will stop simultaneously. Dubbing tapes Press TAPE to select tape mode.
DIGITAL SOUND DISPLAY STANDBY-ON SLEEP BAND TUNER NTSC/ SEARCH •TUNING ALBUM- OPEN/ CLOSE TITLE- DISC PREV/ PRESET STOP•CLEAR CHANGE RETURN A. REPLAY RECORD View clock The clock (if it is set) will be shown in standby mode. To view the clock in any source mode (VCD or TUNER for example) Press CLOCK•TIMER.
Clock/Timer Press VCD 1/2/3, TUNER or TAPE to select the desired source. “CD1 [or 2, 3] XX:XX" indicates the CD mode is selected. “TU XX:XX” indicates the Tuner mode is selected. “TA1 [or 2] XX:XX” indicates the Tape mode is selected. Before setting timer, make sure the music source has been prepared.
Cleaning the disc lens After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate at the disc lens. To ensure good playback quality, clean the disc lens with Philips CD Lens Cleaner or any commercially available cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with cleaner.
WARNING Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock. If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
Troubleshooting GENERAL The system does not react when buttons are pressed. Sound cannot be heard or is of poor quality. The left and right sound outputs are reversed. The remote control does not function properly. The timer is not working. The Clock/Timer setting is erased.