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Canada English: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Français: Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 12. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning 6. Clean only with dry cloth. storms or when unused for long periods of time. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
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Contents English General Information Maintenance .............................................. 18 Environmental information ................................ 9 Supplied accessories ............................................ 9 Safety information ................................................ 9 Clock/Timer Preparation Rear connections ........................................ 10–11 Before using the remote control .................... 11 Replacing battery (lithium CR2025) into the remote control ......
This system complies with the FCC rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040. 10. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: – This device may not cause harmful interference, and – this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Environmental Information All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
Preparations English 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. B Antennas Connection Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM antenna to the respective terminals. Adjust the position of the antenna for optimal reception. AM Antenna A Power Before connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet, ensure that all other connections have been made.
FM Antenna ● Extend coil antenna at the back of the unit fully for optimum reception. Before using the remote control 1 2 C Speakers Connection Front Speakers Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKERS terminals, right speaker to "RIGHT" and left speaker to "LEFT", coloured (marked) wire to "+" and black (unmarked) wire to "-". ● Fully insert the stripped portion of the speaker wire into the terminal as shown. Notes: – For optimal sound performance, use the supplied speakers.
Controls (illustrations on page 3) English Controls on the system and remote control ! PROGRAM (PROG) for CD ................. programs tracks and reviews the program. for Tuner ............. programs tuner stations manually or automatically. 1 STANDBY-ON / y – switches the system to standby/on. 2 SOURCE (CD/ TUNER/ TAPE) @ – – – 3 – 4 – 5 6 7 – – 8 – 9 – – – 0 – – switches on the system. selects the respective sound source for CD/ FM/ AM/ TAPE.
Adjusting volume and sound IMPORTANT: Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures. Switching the system on ● Press STANDBY-ON (y on the remote control) or SOURCE. ➜ The system will switch to the last selected source. ● Press SOURCE (CD, TUNER or TAPE on the remote control). ➜ The system will switch to the selected source. 1 Press VOLUME 3 / 4 (VOL 3 / 4 on the remote control) to increase or decrease volume. ➜ Display shows the volume level Uo and a number from 0-32.
CD Operation English 5 To pause playback press 2;. ➜ The display freezes and the current track number flashes when playback is paused. 6 7 Press 2; again to resume play. To stop disc playback, press 9. Note: CD play will also stop when; – the CD door is opened. – the disc has reached the end. – you select another source: TAPE, TUNER. – you select standby. – you press the tape deck PLAY 2 key. IMPORTANT: The lens of the CD player should never be touched.
Different play modes: SHUFFLE and REPEAT You can select and change the various play modes before or during playback. The play modes can also be combined with PROGRAMME. SHUFFLE ......... tracks of the entire disc/ programme are played in random order SHUFFLE and REPEAT ALL…to repeat the entire disc/ programme continuously in random order REPEAT ALL ... repeats the entire disc/ programme REPEAT ............
Radio Reception English Programming radio stations You can store up to a total of 30 (20 FM and 10 AM) radio stations in the memory. Automatic programming Automatic programming will start with a chosen preset number 1. From this preset number upwards, former programmed radio stations will be overridden. 1 Press SOURCE (TUNER on the remote control) once or more to select your waveband. 2 Press ¡ or ™ (on the remote control) to select the preset number where programming should start.
General information on recording Tape playback 1 Select TAPE source. ➜ Display: shows tAPE throughout tape operation. 2 Press STOP•OPEN to open the tape door. 3 Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door. ● Load the tape with the open side downward and the full spool to the left. 4 Press PLAY 2 to start playback. 5 To pause, press PAUSE. Press again to resume. 6 Press à or á to fast wind tape in either direction. 7 To stop the tape, press STOP•OPEN.
Tape Operation / Recording English To select and record a particular passage within a CD track: ● Press and hold down on à or á. Release the control when you recognize the passage you want. ● To interrupt CD playback press 2; . ● Recording starts from this exact point in the track when you press RECORD 0. Recording from the radio 1 Tune to the desired radio station (see Tuning to radio stations). 2 Press STOP•OPEN to open the tape door. 3 Insert a suitable tape into the deck and close the tape door.
Setting the timer ● The system can be used as an alarm clock. CD or TUNER can be set to switch on at a preset time. The clock time needs to be set first before the timer can be used. ● If no button is pressed within 90 seconds during timer setup, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically. Setting the clock 1 Press and hold CLOCK button. ➜ The clock digits for the hours flash. 2 Press VOLUME 3 / 4 (VOL 3 / 4 on the remote control) to set the hours. 3 Press CLOCK again.
Clock/Timer English Activating and deactivating SLEEP The sleep timer enables the system to switch off by itself after a set period of time. The clock time needs to be set first before the sleep timer can be used. ● To deactivate, press SLEEP on the remote control once or more until OFF is shown, or press STANDBY ON on the system or remote control. ● Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatly to select desired time before system shuts off.
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 remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre. Problem CD OPERATION “no cd” is displayed. RADIO RECEPTION Radio reception is poor.
Troubleshooting English The remote control does not function properly. The timer is not working. The Clock/Timer setting is erased. – Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) before pressing the function button (É,í,ë). – Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. – Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/– signs) aligned as indicated. – Replace the batteries. – Point the remote control directly toward IR sensor on the front of the system. – Set the clock correctly.
PHILIPS LIMITED WARRANTY One (1) Year Labor and Parts Repair PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS warrants this product against defect in material or workmanship, subject to any conditions set forth as follows: PROOF OF PURCHASE: You must have proof of the date of purchase to receive warranted repair on the product. A sales receipt or other document showing the product and the date that you purchased the product as well as the authorized retailer included, is considered such proof.