Philips AZ328 - CD Soundmachine Manual

Release notes

This version has the following updates compared with V2.0 version:

• Max Output Power changes to Rated Output Power.
• Operation Power Comsumption changes to 10W.
• Dimensions changes to: 300 x 134 x 240mm.
• The weight of the product changes to 1.5 kg.

Your CD Soundmachine

Introduction

With this CD Soundmachine, you can:

• listen to FM radio;
• enjoy audio from discs, tapes, USB device, and other external audio devices;
• program the play sequence of tracks.

The unit offers you Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) to enrich sound.

What's in the box

Check and identify the contents of the package:

• Main unit
• Power cord
• Short User Manual
• Safety sheet

Overview of the main unit

Get started

Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.
If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of your apparatus. The model number and serial number are on the bottom of your apparatus. Write the numbers here:
Model No.
Serial No.

Connect power

The unit can be powered by either AC power or batteries.

Option 1: AC power

Connect the AC power cord to the wall socket.

*Power cord quantity and plug type vary by regions.

Option 2: Battery power

1. Open the battery compartment.
2. Insert 6 batteries (type: 1.5V R14/UM2/C CELL) with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3. Close the battery compartment.

Turn on

Switch the source selector on the main unit to FM/USB/AUDIO-IN/CD.
» When the source selector is in the AUDIO-IN/CD position, CD is displayed.

Switch to standby mode

• The unit switches to standby mode automatically when there is no audio detected for over 15 minutes.
• Press to wake up the unit from standby mode.

Turn off

Switch the source selector on the main unit to OFF.

Play

Play a CD

Note

• You cannot play CDs encoded with copyright protection technologies.
• When an audio-in cable is plugged, CD/USB playback stops, and the unit switches to audio in mode automatically.

You can play commercially available audio CDs:

Play from an external device

You can also listen to an external audio device through this unit.

1. Switch the source selector to AUDIO-IN/ CD.
2. Connect an audio cable (3.5mm, not supplied) to
   • the AUDIO-IN socket on the unit.
   • the headphone socket on an external device.
3. Play the external device (see the device's user manual.

Play from USB devices

Note

• Make sure that the USB device contains playable audio content.

1. Switch the source selector to USB.
2. Insert the USB device into the socket.
   » Play starts automatically. If not, press .

Play tape

1. Slide the source selector to TAPE.
2. Press on main unit to open the tape door.
3. Load the tape with the open side upward and the full spool to the right.
4. Press on main unit to start play.
   • To pause/resume play, press on main unit.
   • To rewind or fast-forward, press / on main unit.
   • To stop play, press .

Tune to FM radio stations

Note

• For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the FM antenna.

1. Switch the source selector to FM.
2. Rotate TUNING to select a station.
3. Repeat step 2 to tune to more stations.

Play options

Control play

In CD mode, you can control play through the following operations.

	Press:skip to the previous/next track Hold:search within play, then release to resume play.
	Start or pause play.
	Stop play.
PROG	Program tracks.
+VOLUME-	Adjust volume.
- ALBUM +	Skip the the previous or next album.
MODE	Select a play mode. [ ]: Play the current track repeatedly. [ ]: Play all tracks repeatedly. [ ]: Repeat all tracks randomly. To return to normal play, press MODE repeatedly until the repeat icons disappear.

Program tracks

In CD and USB mode, you can program a maximum of 20 tracks.

1. Press to stop playback.
2. Press PROG to activate the program mode.
   [PROG] (programm) begin to blink.
3. Press to select a track number, then press PROG to confirm.
4. Repeat steps 3 to program more tracks.
5. Press to play the programmed tracks.
   During play, [PROG] (programm) is displayed.
   • To erase the program, press twice.

Adjust sound

During play, you can adjust volume and select the sound effects.

Product information

Note

• Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Specifications

Amplifier
Rated Output Power	2x 1 W RMS
Frequency Response	125 -16000 Hz, -3dB
Signal to Noise Ratio	>55 dBA
Total Harmonic Distortion	<1 %
Audio-in Input	650 mV RMS
Disc
Laser Type	Semiconductor
Disc Diameter	12cm/8cm
Support Disc	CD-DA, CD-R, CD- RW, MP3-CD
Audio DAC	24Bits / 44.1kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion Frequency Response	<1% 125 -16000 Hz, -3dB
S/N Ratio	>55 dBA
Tuner
Tuning Range	87.5 - 108MHz
Total Harmonic Distortion	<3%
Signal to Noise Ratio	>50 dBA
Tape deck
Frequency response Normal tape (type I)	125 - 8000 Hz (8 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio Normal tape (type I)	35 dBA
Wow and flutter	0.4% DIN
General
Power supply AC Power Battery	220-240V~, 50/60 Hz; DC 9 V, 6 x 1.5 V type: R14/UM2/C CELL
Operation Power Consumption	10 W
Standby Power Consumption	<0.5 W
Dimensions Main Unit (W x H x D)	300 x 134 x 240 mm
Weight (Main Unit)	1.5 kg

Maintenance

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.

Clean the heads and the tape paths

• To ensure good recording and play quality, clean the heads A, the capstans B, and pressure rollers C after every 50 hours of tape operation.
• cohol. Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or al
• You can also clean the heads by playing a cleaning tape once.

Demagnetise the heads

• Use a demagnetising tape available at your dealer.

Troubleshooting

To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this device, check the following points before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips Web page (www.philips.com/support). When you contact Philips make sure that the device is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.

No power

• Ensure that the Mains cord is connected securely.
• Ensure that there is power at the AC Mains.
• Ensure that the batteries are inserted correctly.

No sound or poor sound

• Adjust the volume.

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.

Poor cassette sound quality

• Ensure that heads in the cassette holder are clean.
• Ensure that a Normal (IECI) cassette tape is used for record.

Cassette does not work for record

• Ensure that cassette tabs are not broken.

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.

Important

Safety

• Read these instructions.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, other apparatus (including amplifiers that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed upon.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit 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 unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Battery usage
  
  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, or the like.
• 
  Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• The unit shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do not place any sources of danger on the unit (e.g. liquid objects, lighted candles).
• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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