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Important notes for users in the U.K. Mains plug This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: Remove fuse cover and fuse. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A.
Contents General Information Environmental information ... 5 Supplied accessories ... 5 Safety information ... 5 Preparations Rear connections ... 6–7 Optional connection ... 7 Connecting other equipment to your system Connecting a non-USB device Before using the remote control ... 8 Replacing battery (lithium CR2025) into the remote control ...
This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community. 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).
Preparations Speaker (right) Rear connections The type plate is located at the rear of the system. For users in the U.K.: please follow the instructions on page 2. Power Before connecting the AC power cord on the left speaker to the wall outlet, ensure that all other connections have been made.
FM Antenna ● For better FM stereo reception, connect an outdoor FM antenna to the FM ANTENNA terminal. Speakers Connection Connect one end of the supplied DB cable to the “DB15 CONNECTOR TO MAIN” terminal on the back of the left speaker and the other end to the “DB15 CONNECTOR TO SPEAKER”...
Preparations Before using the remote control Pull out the plastic protective sheet. Select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (for example CD, TUNER). Then select the desired function (for example ÉÅ...
& Controls on the system and remote control STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER (B) – switches the system on or to Eco Power standby/normal standby with clock display. Display screen – shows the status of the system. OPEN • CLOSEç – opens/closes the CD door. –...
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Controls (main set illustrations on page 3) DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) – enhances the bass. USB DIRECT – jack for the external USB mass storage device. DISPLAY/CLOCK – sets the clock function. – displays system time and disc information during playback.
Important! Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures. Switching the system on ● Press STANDBY-ON/ECO POWER (or B on the remote). ➜ The system will switch to the last selected source. ● Press USB, CD, TUNER or AUX on the remote control.
CD/MP3-CD Operation Important! The lens of the CD player should never be touched. Loading a disc This CD player plays Audio Discs including CD Recordables, CD-Rewritables and MP3 CD. ● CD-ROM, CD-I, CDV, VCD, DVD or computer CDs, however, are not possible. Press SOURCE on the front panel of the system to select CD or press CD on the remote.
Notes: CD play will also stop when; – the CD door is opened. – the disc has reached the end. – you select another source: USB, TUNER or AUX. – you select standby. – the set auto off time expires. –...
CD/MP3-CD Operation Press PROGRAM (PROG on the remote) to confirm the track number to be stored. ➜ The number of tracks you just stored is shown briefly. Repeat steps 2-3 to select and store all desired tracks. ➜ FULL is displayed if you attempt to program more than 40 tracks.
Tuning to radio stations Press SOURCE on the front panel of the system or TUNER on the remote to select TUNER. ➜ TUNER is displayed briefly. Press TUNER on the remote once or more to select your waveband (FM/ MW). Press and hold à...
External Sources Connecting external equipment Connect the audio out terminals of the external equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD Recorder) to the AUX IN (R/L) terminals of your system. Press AUX to select external equipment. ➜ "AUX"...
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How to transfer music files from PC to a USB mass storage device By dragging and dropping music files, you can easily transfer your favorite music from PC to a USB mass storage device. For the flash player, you can also use its music management software for the music transfer.
Clock/Timer IMPORTANT! – To set clock in the Eco Power mode, press and hold STANDBY-ON/ECO POWER B on the set for 3 seconds or more to switch to normal standby mode first before proceeding with the procedures below. View clock The clock (if it is set) will be shown in standby mode.
Press TIMER to confirm your desired mode. ➜ The clock digits for the hours flash. Press VOLUME +/- (VOL+/- on the remote) to set the hours. Press TIMER again. ➜ The clock digits for the minutes flash. Press VOLUME +/- (VOL+/- on the remote) to set the minutes.
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.
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 Philips for help.
Troubleshooting The timer is not working. The Clock/Timer setting is erased. Some files on the USB device are not displayed. “DEVICE NOT SUPPORTED” scrolls on the display. ✔ Set the clock correctly. ✔ Press TIMER to switch on the timer. ✔...
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