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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: 1 2 Remove fuse cover and fuse. 3 Refit the fuse cover. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted in its place. If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should have a value of 3 Amp.
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Contents English General Information iPod Supplied accessories ............................................ 5 Environmental Information ................................ 5 Safety Information ............................................ 5~6 Hearing Safety ....................................................... 6 Playing iPod using the dock .............................. 14 Preparations Maintenance .............................................. 15 Rear connections .......................................
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. This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European Community. English General Information Notes for battery disposal Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste.
General Information English ● The mechanical parts of the set contain selflubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated. ● When the system is switched to Standby mode, it is still consuming some power. To disconnect the system from the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket. Hearing Safety Listen at a moderate volume. ● Using headphones at a high volume can impair your hearing.
English Preparations FM wire antenna speaker (left) speaker (right) B A AC power cord B Speakers Connection 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. 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 "-".
Preparations English Inserting batteries into the Remote Control 1 2 3 Open the battery compartment. Insert two R03 or AAA batteries following the indications (+/-) inside the compartment. Close the cover. 1 3 2 Using the Remote Control to operate the system 1 Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor (IR) on the front panel. 2 Do not put any objects between the Remote Control and the system while operating the system.
Controls on the system and remote control 1 STANDBY-ON2 (POWER) – switches the system to standby or on. 2 iR SENSOR – infrared sensor for remote control. 3 SOURCE – – selects the respective sound source for CD/iPod/ TUNER/AUX. switches on the system. 4 PRESET +/for radio .............. selects a preset radio station. 5 DOCK – # REP ALL – – plays CD tracks in random order. % CLOCK/DISPLAY – sets/views the clock. ^ TIMER/SLEEP – – Turns on or off timer/sets the timer function.
Basic Functions English Adjusting volume and sound STANDBY-ON MIC RO S Y STE M DC14 6 iR 1 Press VOL +/- to adjust volume. ➜ Display shows the volume level: VOL and a number from 0-32. 2 Press DBB to switch bass enhancement on or off. ➜ Display shows: if the DBB is activated. CD/CD -R/CD -RW COMPATIBLE SOURC E 3 VOL TUNING REPEAT DBB PRESE T VOL DOCK IMPORTANT: Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures.
English CD Operation Basic playback controls STANDBY-ON To play a disc MIC RO S Y STE M DC14 6 ● Press 2; to star t playback. ➜ The current track number and the PLAY icon are displayed during disc playback. iR CD/CD -R/CD -RW COMPATIBL E To select a different track SOURC E ● Press TUNING 4 ¢ (on the remote control 4 / ¢) once or repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display.
CD Operation English Programming track numbers Different play modes: SHUFFLE and REPEAT You can select and change the various play modes before or during playback. The play modes cannot be combined with PROGRAMME. SHUF ................ tracks of the entire disc are played in random order. REP ALL ........... repeats the entire disc/ programme. REP ................... plays the current track continuously. 1 To select Repeat play mode, press REPEAT on the main unit or REP ALL on the remote control.
1 STANDBY-ON MIC RO S Y STE M DC14 6 English Radio Reception - to select the preset Press PRESET +/number where programming should start. Note: – If no preset number is selected, default is preset (1) and all your presets will be overridden. iR CD/CD -R/CD -RW COMPATIBLE 2 SOURC E VOL TUNING REPEAT DBB PRESE T VOL DOCK Press PROG. for more than 2 seconds to activate programming. ➜ “AUtO” is displayed and available stations are programmed in order of waveband reception strength.
iPod English Playing iPod using the dock This system comes with a dock used for iPod. You can listen to the sound of the docked player through the powerful speakers of the system. Compatible portable player ● Apple iPod models with 30-pin dock connector as follows: Nano 1st /2nd/3rd generation, iPod 5th generation (video), iPod touch and iPod classic. Dock adaptor Before plugging your player in the dock, snap the suitable dock adaptor into the dock to provide a snug fit for the player to be docked.
English Maintenance Cleaning the Cabinet ● Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives. Cleaning 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.
Clock/Timer English STANDBY-ON 5 Press TIMER/SLEEP again. ➜ The clock digits for the minutes flash. 6 Press TUNING 4 ¢ (4 ¢ on the remote control) to set the minutes. 7 Press TIMER/SLEEP to confirm the time. ➜ The timer is now set and activated. MIC RO S Y STE M DC14 6 iR CD/CD -R/CD -RW COMPATIBLE SOURC E VOL TUNING REPEAT DBB PRESE T VOL DOCK Notes: . – If CD source is selected and no disc is in the CD tray or the disc has an error, TUNER will be selected automatically.
AMPLIFIER Output power ....................................... 2 x 1.5W RMS Signal-to-noise ratio .......................... ≥ 60 dBA (IEC) Frequency response ....................... 125 – 16000 Hz Impedance loudspeakers ........................................... 8Ω CD PLAYER Frequency range ............................... 125 – 16000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ............................................ 65 dBA TUNER FM wave range ................................... 87.5 – 108 MHz MW wave range ............
Troubleshooting English 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 Philips for help. Solution Problem ✔ Insert a disc. “NO CD” is displayed. ✔ Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
English Troubleshooting Solution Problem The remote control does not function properly. ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ The time is not working. ✔ The Clock/Timer setting is erased. ✔ Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) before pressing the function button (2;, 4, ¢). 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 towards the IR sensor. Set the clock correctly.
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