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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 3 Remove fuse cover and fuse. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type. Refit the fuse cover. 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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CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
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Contents English General Information USB Connection Supplied accessories ............................................ 7 Environmental information ................................ 7 Safety information ............................................ 7–8 Using USB connectivity .............................. 18–19 AUX Listening to an external source ...................... 19 Preparations Rear connections ........................................... 9–10 Inserting batteries into the remote control...
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. Supplied accessories – 1 X certified AC/DC 18V adaptor Brand name: PHILIPS, Model: GFP451-1825BX-1 or AS450-180AF250, Input: 100-240V~ 50-60Hz or 50/60Hz 1.2A, Output: 18.0V 2.
General Information English ● Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. ● 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) Rear connections B Antenna Connection The type plate is located at the rear of the system. A Power – Before connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet, ensure that all other connections have been made. FM Antenna The wire antenna supplied can only be used to receive nearby stations. For better reception we recommend using a cable antenna system or an outdoor antenna.
Preparations English C Speakers Connection Before using the remote control 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 "-". 1 2 Pull out the plastic protective sheet. 3 Then select the desired function (for example É, í, ë). Select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (for example CD, FM).
Controls on the system 1 STANDBY ON (2) – – – selects the respective sound source for CD/USB/ FM/AUX1/AUX2. switches on the system. 2; ........................... starts or interrupts CD playback. 9 ............................. stops CD playback or erases a CD programme. í/ ë for radio .............. selects a preset radio station. for CD ................. skips to the beginning of the current/previous/subsequent track.
Controls (illustrations on page 3) English 8 VOLUME – adjusts the volume level. 9 INTRO – plays first 10 seconds of each track in a disc/ USB/program in sequence 0 LOUD – enables or disables automatic loudness adjustment. ! DSC (Digital Sound Control) selects sound characteristics: POP/JAZZ CLASSIC/ROCK. – @ – # – DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) enhances the bass. STEREO/MONO selects stereo or mono radio broadcast $ REP ALL – repeats a disc/ all programed tracks (for MP3/WMA...........
English Basic Functions To reinstall Plug and Play 1 In standby mode, press and holdÉÅ on the system until "AUTO INSTALL - PLEASE PRESS PLAY, STOP CANCEL" is displayed. 2 Press ÉÅ again to start installation. ➜ All previously stored radio stations will be replaced. To exit without storing the Plug and Play ● Press 9 on the system. ➜ If you do not complete the Plug and Play installation, the function will be restarted when you next turn on the main supply again.
Basic Functions English Adjusting volume and sound Switching the system on ● Press STANDBY ON or SOURCE (or 2on the remote control). ➜ The system will switch to the last selected source. ● Press CD, USB, FM or AUX on the remote control. ➜ The system will switch to the selected source. To switch the system to standby mode ● Press STANDBY ON on the system (or 2on the remote control). ➜ The display displays clock time, or --: -- is displayed if clock time is not set.
English CD/MP3 Operation To select a different track ● Press í/ ë once or repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display. To find a passage within a track IMPORTANT: The lens of the CD player should never be touched. 1 Press and hold down on TUNING à / á (on the remote control à / á). ➜ The disc is played at high speed and low volume. 2 When you recognise the passage you want, release TUNING à / á (on the remote control à / á). ➜ Normal playback continues.
CD/MP3 Operation English Supported MP3 disc formats: – ISO9660, Joliet, UDF 1.5 – Maximum title number: 999 (depending on filename length) – Maximum album number: 99 – Supported sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz – Supported Bit-rates: 32~256 (kbps), variable bitrates 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. SHUF ................
2 Press PROG on the remote control for more than 2 seconds to activate programming. ➜ AUTO is displayed and available stations are programmed in order of waveband reception strength. The first preset automatically stored will then be played. Manual programming Tuning to radio stations 1 Press SOURCE on the set (or FM on the remote control ) repeatedly until FM is displayed. 2 Press down on TUNING à / á (or à / á on the remote control) and release the button.
USB Connection English Using USB connectivity ● MCM177 is fitted with a USB port in the front panel, offering a plug and play feature which allows you to play, from your MCM177, digital music and spoken contents stored on a USB mass storage device. ● Using a USB mass storage device, you can also enjoy all the features offered by MCM177 which are explained and instructed in the sections of disc operation. Compatible USB mass storage devices With the MCM177, you can use – USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.
AUX INFORMATION REGARDING USB DIRECT: Listening to an external source 1. Compatibility of the USB connection on this micro system: a) This micro system supports most USB Mass storage devices (MSD) that these devices are compliant to the USB MSD standards. i) Most common Mass storage class devices are flash drives, memory sticks, jump drives and etc.
Clock/Timer English 6 Viewing clock ● The clock (if it is set) is shown in normal standby mode. To view the clock in any sound source (CD or FM for example ) ● Press briefly DISPLAY/CLOCK (or CLOCK on the remote control ). Setting the clock 1 In standby mode, press and hold DISPLAY/ CLOCK on the set (or CLOCK on the remote control) for 2 seconds. ➜ 12 hour or 24 hour mode is displayed. 2 Press PROG to select between 12 hour and 24 hour display. ➜ The clock digits flash.
AMPLIFIER Output power ........................................ 2 x 10W RMS Signal-to-noise ratio .......................... ≥ 60 dBA (IEC) Frequency response ....................... 125 – 16000 Hz Impedance loudspeakers ........................................... 4Ω CD PLAYER Frequency range ............................... 125 – 16000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio ............................................ 65 dBA GENERAL INFORMATION AC Power .................................
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. ✔ Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
English Troubleshooting Solution Problem The remote control does not function properly. ✔ Select the source (CD or FM, 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 towards the IR sensor. ✔ Set the clock correctly. ✔ Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer.
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