Philips 3 Cd Changer Manual

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Radio Reception
FW- MINI HIFI SYSTEM
ECO POWER
CD 1•2•3
FM•AM
CDR / DVD
TAPE 1•2
PROGDUBBING REC CLOCK•
TIMERAUTO
REPLAY
STANDBY- ON
MUSIC LEVELINTERACTIVE VU METERVOLUMEVOLUME
PREVPRESETNEXTDEMO
STOP/
CLEARPLAY•
PAUSESEARCH•TUNING
CDTUNER
TAPE AUX
DISPLAY
ON•OFF LEVELWO OX
SOUNDNAVIGATION - JOG
SOURCE
WOOX
DYNAMIC
AMPLIFICATION
CONTROL
SURROUNDVAC
DSC
INCREDIBLE
Storing Preset Radio Stations
You can store up to 40 preset radio stations in
the memor y.
Automatic Preset Programming

Plug and Play setting (refer to “Basic Functions -
Plug and Play”).
OR
1Press TUNER (FM•AM) to select TUNER
mode.
➜"TUNER" will be displayed.  A few seconds
later, the current radio frequency will appear on
the display.
➜If a FM station is received in stereo,  
 will
appear on the display.
To begin automatic preset from a desired
preset number

Press í or ë to select the desired preset
number.
➜For those radio stations that had been stored
in one of the preset will not be restored again to
another preset number.
2Press and hold PROG until "AUTO" appears on
the display.
➜
PROG will star t flashing.
➜The system will star t searching for all radio
stations on the FM band and then the AM band.
➜All available radio stations with sufficient signal
strength will be stored automatically.
➜The system will stop searching when all the
available radio stations are stored or when the
memor y for 40 preset radio stations is used.
➜The last preset radio station will then be
played when completed.
To stop storing the automatic preset

Press PROG or Ç on the system.
Note:
–If no preset number is selected, automatic preset
will begin from preset (1) and all your former
presets will be overridden.
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Manual Preset Programming
1Press TUNER (FM•AM) repeatedly to select
the desired waveband : FM or AM.
2Press PROG.
➜
PROG will star t flashing.
➜The next available preset number will be
displayed for selection.
3Press and hold  à or á until the frequency
indication star ts to change, then release.
➜The display will show "SEARCH" until a radio
station with sufficient signal strength is found.
To store the radio station to another
preset number

Press í or ë to select the desired preset
number.
4Press PROG again to store the radio station.
➜
PROG will disappear from the display.

Repeat steps 2–4 to store other preset radio
stations.
Tuning to a weak radio station

Press à or á briefly and repeatedly until the
optimal reception is found.
To stop storing the manual preset

Press Ç on the system.
Notes:
–If you attempt to store more than 40 preset
radio stations, PROGRAM FULL will be
displayed.
–During programming, if no button is pressed
within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program
mode automatically.
Tuning to Preset Radio Stations

Once you’ve preset the radio stations, press í
or ë to select the desired preset number.
➜The preset number, radio frequency, and
waveband will appear on the display.
Radio Reception
Erasing a Preset Radio Station
1
Press í or ë to select the preset radio station
to be erased.
2Press and hold Çon the system until “PRESET
DELETED” appears on the display.
➜The radio frequency remain on the display.
➜The preset numbers of all other preset radio
stations in the band with higher numbers are
also decreased by one.

Repeat steps 1–2 to erase other preset radio
stations.
For Recording, please refer to “Ta p e
Operation/Recording”.
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Tape Operation/Recording
FW- MINI HIFI SYSTEM
ECO POWER
CD 1•2•3
FM•AM
CDR / DVD
TAPE 1•2
PROGDUBBING REC CLOCK•
TIMERAUTO
REPLAY
STANDBY- ON
MUSIC LEVELINTERACTIVE VU METERVOLUMEVOLUME
TA PE 1
TA PE 2
PREVPRESETNEXTDEMO
STOP/
CLEARPLAY•
PAUSESEARCH•TUNING
CDTUNER
TA P EAUX
DISPLAY
ON•OFF LEVELWO OX
SOUNDNAVIGATION - JOG
SOURCE
WOOX
DYNAMIC
AMPLIFICATION
CONTROL
SURROUNDVAC
DSC
INCREDIBLE
IMPORTANT!
–Before playing a tape, check and tighten
slack tape with a pencil. Slack tape may get
jammed or may burst in the mechanism.
–C-120 tape is extremely thin and is easily
deformed or damaged.  It is not
recommended for use in this system.
–Store the tapes at room temperature and
do not put them too close to a magnetic
field (for example, a transformer, TV or
speaker).Tape Playback
1
Press çto open the tape deck door.2Inser t a recorded tape and close the tape door.

Load the tape with the open side down and the
full spool to the left.
3Press TAPE (TAPE 1•2) repeatedly to select
tape deck 1 or tape deck 2.
➜The selected tape deck number is displayed.
4Press PLAYÉ to star t playback.
To stop playback

Press Ç.
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To change the playback mode

Press AUTO REPLAY repeatedly to select the
different playback modes.
➜"AUTO REPLAY" ( å ) or  "ONCE" will
appear on the display.
AUTO REPLAY …the tape will rewind
automatically at the end of
playback and replay again. It will
replay up to a maximum of 20
times until you press Ç.
ONCE ..............the tape will playback the
selected side once and then stop.
To rewind or fast forward when playback
is stopped
1Press à or á.2Press Ç when you reached the desired passage.
To reset tape counter number

When in stop mode, pressÇ.
➜“T1 000” or “T2 000” will be displayed.
Notes:
–During rewinding or fast forwarding of a tape, it
is also possible to select another source (CD,
TUNER or AUX, for example).
–The tape counter will automatically set to zero
after detecting end of tape.
General Information on
Recording

For recording, use only tape of IEC type I
(normal tape).

The recording level is set automatically,
regardless of the position of the Volume, VAC,
DSC and so for th.

The tape is secured at both ends with leader
tape.  At the beginning and end of the tape,
nothing will be recorded for six to seven
seconds.

To prevent accidental recording, break out the
tab on the left shoulder of the tape side you
want to protect.

If  “CHECK TAPE” is displayed, the protection
tab has been broken.  Put a piece of clear
adhesive tape over the opening.
Tape Operation/Recording
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Tape Operation/Recording
IMPORTANT!
–Recording is permissible if copyright or
other rights of third parties are not
infringed upon.
–Recording is possible only on tape deck 2.
Preparation for Recording
1
Press TAPE (TAPE 1•2) to select TAPE 2.
2Load a recordable tape into tape deck 2 with full
spool to the left.
3Prepare the source to be recorded.
CD – load the disc(s).
TUNER – tune to the desired radio station.
TAPE – load the prerecorded tape into tape
deck 1 with the full spool to the left.
AUX – connect external equipment.
When recording is in progress
➜
 star ts flashing.

It is not possible to listen to another source
except for dubbing tapes.

It is not possible to activate the timer function.
One Touch  Recording
1
Press CD, TUNER or AUX to select the
source.
2Star t playback of the selected source.3Press REC to star t recording.
To stop recording

Press Ç on the system.
Note:
–One Touch Recording is not possible in TAPE
mode, SELECT SOURCE will be displayed.
CD Synchro Recording
1
Press CD 1•2•3 to select the disc.

Press í or ë  to select the desired track to
star t recording.

You can program the tracks in the order you
want them to be recorded (refer to “CD
Operation - Programming the disc tracks”).
2Press REC to star t recording.
➜The disc will star t playback automatically.To select another track during recording
1Press PAUSEÅ  to interrupt recording.2Pressí or ë to select the desired track.3Press PLAYÉ  to resume recording.
To stop recording

Press Ç.
➜Recording and disc playback will stop
simultaneously.
Dubbing Tapes
1
Load the prerecorded tape in tape deck 1.

You can set the tape to the desired passage
where recording will star t.
2Press DUBBING.
➜Playing and recording will star t simultaneously.
➜"DUB OOO" will be displayed.

Dubbing of tapes is possible on one side of the
tape only.  To continue record on the reverse
side, at the end of side A, flip the tapes to side B
and repeat the procedure.
To stop dubbing

Press Ç.
Notes:
–Dubbing of tapes is possible only from tape
deck 1 to tape deck 2.
–To ensure good dubbing, use tapes of the same
length.
–You can listen to another source while dubbing.
Digital Recording via Digital Out
For CD digital recording, please refer to the
instruction manuals for the CD recorder, digital
audio equipment and so for th.
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Clock/Timer
FW- MINI HIFI SYSTEM
ECO POWER
CD 1•2•3
FM•AM
CDR / DVD
TAPE 1•2
PROGDUBBING REC CLOCK•
TIMERAUTO
REPLAY
STANDBY- ON
MUSIC LEVELINTERACTIVE VU METERVOLUMEVOLUME
PREVPRESETNEXTDEMO
STOP/
CLEARPLAY•
PAUSESEARCH•TUNING
CDTUNER
TA P EAUX
DISPLAY
ON•OFF LEVELWO OX
SOUNDNAVIGATION - JOG
SOURCE
WOOX
DYNAMIC
AMPLIFICATION
CONTROL
SURROUNDVAC
DSC
INCREDIBLE
IMPORTANT!
–When in Eco Power Standby mode, it is
not possible to operate clock or timer
function.
View Clock
The clock (if it is set) will be shown in Standby
mode.
To view the clock in any source mode
(CD or TUNER for example)

Press CLOCK•TIMER (or CLOCK on the
remote control).
➜The clock will be displayed for a few seconds.
➜If the clock has not been set, "--:--" will be
displayed.
Clock Setting
The clock can be set in either 12-hour or
24-hour mode ("AM 12:00" or "00:00" for
example)
1Press CLOCK•TIMER twice.
2Press PROG on the system repeatedly to select
clock mode.
➜If 12-hour mode is selected, "AM 12:00" will
star t flashing.
➜If 24-hour mode is selected, "00:00" will star t
flashing.
3Press à or á on the system repeatedly to set
the hour.
4Press í or ë on the system repeatedly to set
the minute.
5Press CLOCK•TIMER again to store the
setting.
➜The clock will star t working.
To exit without storing the setting

Press Çon the system.
Notes:
–The clock setting will be cancelled when the
power cord is disconnected or if a power failure
occurs.
–During clock setting, if no button is pressed
within 90 seconds, the system will exit clock setting
mode automatically.
Timer Setting
The system can switch on to CD, TUNER, or
TAPE 2 mode automatically at a preset time,
ser ving as an alarm to wake you up.
IMPORTANT!
–Before setting the timer, ensure that the
clock is set correctly.
–The timer will always be switched on
after it has been set.
–The timer will not start if a recording is in
progress.
–The volume of the timer will increase
gradually from the minimum level until it
reaches the last tuned volume level.
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1Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER for more than
two seconds to select timer mode.
➜"AM 12:00" or "00:00" or the last timer
setting will star t flashing.
➜
TIMER  will star t flashing.
➜The selected source will be lighted while
other available sources are flashing.
2Press CD, TUNER or TAPE to select the
desired source.

Before setting timer, make sure the music source
has been prepared.
CD – Load the disc(s). To star t from a specific
track, make a program (refer to “CD Operation -
Programming the disc tracks”).
TUNER – tune to the desired radio station.
TAPE – load the prerecorded tape into tape
deck 2.
3Pressà or á  on the system repeatedly to set
the hour for the timer to star t.
4Pressí or ë on the system repeatedly to set
the minute for the timer to star t.
5Press CLOCK•TIMER to store the star t time.
➜"TIMER ON" will be displayed and followed
by the set timer "XX:XX" and then the selected
source.
➜
TIMER  will remain on the display.

At the preset time, the selected source will play.
To exit without storing the setting

Press Çon the system.
Notes:
–If the selected source (CD) is not available when
preset timer is reached, TUNER will be selected
automatically.
–During timer setting, if no button is pressed
within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting
mode automatically.
To deactivate the TIMER

Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control.
➜The display will show "CANCEL" and 
TIMER 
will disappear from the display.
To activate the TIMER

Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control.
➜The last set timer information will be shown
for a few seconds and 
TIMER  will appear on
the display.
Sleep Timer  Setting
The sleep timer enables the system to switch to
Standby mode automatically at a preset time.
1Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly
to select a preset time.
➜The selections are as follows (time in
minutes):
15 ™ 30 ™ 45 ™ 60 ™ OFF ™ 15 …
➜"SLEEP XX" or "OFF" will be displayed. "XX"
is the time in minutes.
2When you reach the desired length of time, stop
pressing the SLEEP button.
➜
SLEEP will appear on the display, except for
"OFF" mode.
➜The Sleep Timer is now set. Before the
system switches to standby mode, a countdown
of 10 seconds will be displayed.
"SLEEP 10" ™ "SLEEP 9".... ™ "SLEEP 1"
™ "SLEEP"
While SLEEP mode is activated
To check the remaining length of time

Press SLEEP once.
To change the preset sleep timer

Press SLEEP twice.
➜The display will show the remaining time
followed by the sequence of sleep timer options.
To deactivate the Sleep Timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed,
or press the STANDBY ON button.
Clock/Timer
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Listening to External Sources
1
Connect the audio out terminals of the external
equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD
player or CD Recorder) to the AUX/CDR IN
terminals of your system.
2Press AUX (CDR/DVD) repeatedly to select
CDR/DVD mode or normal AUX mode.
➜"CDR/DVD" or "AUX" will be displayed.
ECO POWER
CD 1•2•3
FM•AM
CDR / DVD
TAPE 1•2
PROGDUBBING REC CLOCK•
TIMERAUTO
REPLAY
STANDBY- ON
MUSIC LEVELINTERACTIVE VU MET
PREVPRESETNEXTDEMO
STOP/
CLEARPLAY•
PAUSESEARCH•TUNING
CDTUNER
TA P EAUX
DISPLAY
ON•OFF LEVEWO OXSOURCEWOOX
DYNAMIC
AMPLIFICATION
CONTROL
External Sources

When CDR/DVD mode is selected, any audio
equipment connected to the LINE OUT
terminals of this mini system will be muted.  You
will not be able to record or listen to the sound
from the LINE OUT source.

If the sound from the external source is
distor ted, select CDR/DVD mode for listening.
Notes:
–You are advised not to listen to and record from
the same source simultaneously.
–All the navigation sound control features (DSC
or VAC for example) are available for selection.
–Refer to the operating instructions for the
connected equipment for details.
For Recording, please refer to “Ta p e
Operation/Recording”.
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 dir ty,
clean it with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center
out.  Do not wipe in a circular
motion.
¶Do not use solvents such as
benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for
analog records.
Cleaning the disc lens
¶After prolonged use, dir t 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 the
cleaner.Cleaning the Heads and the Tape Paths
¶To ensure good recording and playback quality,
clean the heads 
A, the capstan(s) B, and
pressure roller(s) C after ever y 50 hours of
tape operation.
¶Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with
cleaning fluid or alcohol.
¶You also can clean the heads by playing a
cleaning tape once.
CC BBA
Demagnetizing the heads
¶Use a demagnetizing tape available at your
dealer.
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER
Output power
Total power ............................... 500 W total power
............... 2 x 140 W RMS
(1) / 2 x 110 W FTC(1)
Booster .................................................................... 220 W
Stereo Mode ........................................................ 280 W
Signal-to-noise ratio ..........................≥ 75 dBA (IEC)
Frequency response ......... 50 – 20000 Hz, ± 3 dB
Input sensitivity
AUX In / CDR/DVD In .................... 500 mV / 1V
Output
Speakers ....................................................................≥ 6 Ω
Booster Speakers .................................................≥ 6 Ω
Headphones ...................................... 32 Ω – 1000 Ω
Line Out ...................... 500 mV ±2dB, > 22000 Ω
Digital Out .................................... IEC 958, 44.1 kHz
(1) (6 Ω, 60 Hz – 12.5 kHz, 10% THD)
CD PLAYER
Number of programmable tracks ......................... 40
Frequency response .......................... 20 – 20000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio .......................................≥ 76 dBA
Channel separation ..........................≥ 79 dB (1 kHz)
Total harmonic distor tion ............ < 0.02% (1 kHz)
TUNER
FM wave range ................................... 87.5 – 108 MHz
AM wave range .................................. 530 – 1700 kHz
Number of presets ........................................................ 40
Antenna
    FM ............................................... 300 Ω dipole wire
    AM ........................................................ Loop antenna
TAPE PLAYER
Frequency response
Normal tape (type I) ...... 80 – 10000 Hz (8 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio
Normal tape (type I) .................................≥ 48 dBA
Wow and flutter .........................................≤ 0.4% DINSPEAKERS
Front left/right
System .....................  3-way; Bass reflex system with
front firing wOOx
Impedance ........................................................................ 6 Ω
wOOx ............... 1 x 6.5" front firing wOOx driver
Woofer ...................................................................... 1 x 6.5"
Tweeter .......................................................................... 1 x 2"
Polydome Tweeter ................................................... 1 x 1"
Dimensions (w x h x d) . 240 x 350 x 310 (mm)
............................................. 9.45 x 13.78 x 12.20 (inch)
Weight .................... 4.2 kg each / 9.24 pounds each
BOOSTER SPEAKERS
System ..........................................................................  3-way
Impedance ........................................................................ 6 Ω
Woofer .......................................................................... 2 x 4"
Tweeter .......................................................................... 1 x 2"
Dimensions (w x h x d) . 140 x 310 x 310 (mm)
............................................. 5.51 x 12.20 x 12.20 (inch)
Weight ....................... 4.0 kg each / 8.8 pounds each
GENERAL
Material/finish ................................... Polystyrene/Metal
AC Power ................................................... 120 V / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Active ......................................................................  175 W
Standby .....................................................................  25 W
Eco Power Standby ........................................... < 1 W
Dimensions (w x h x d) ..265 x 310 x 390 (mm)
............................................ 10.43 x 12.20 x 15.35 (inch)
Weight (without speakers) ...............................................
......................................................... 9.0 kg / 19.80 pounds
BOOSTER UNIT
Material/finish ................... Polystyrene/Metal/Wood
AC Power .................................................... 120V / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Active ......................................................................  135 W
Standby .....................................................................  25 W
Dimensions (w x h x d) ..140 x 310 x 345 (mm)
..............................................5.51 x 12.20 x 13.58 (inch)
Weight (without speakers) ...............................................
......................................................... 7.0 kg / 15.40 pounds
Specifications and external appearance are
subject to change without notice.
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Troubleshooting
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 center.
Problem Solution
CD OPERATION
“NO DISC” is displayed.– Inser t a disc.
– Check if the disc is inser ted upside down.
– Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens
has cleared.
– Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.
“DISC NOT FINALIZED” is displayed.– Use a finalized CD-R(W) or CD-R.
RADIO RECEPTION
Radio reception is poor.– If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better
reception.
– Increase the distance between the Mini HiFi
System and your TV or VCR.
TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING
Recording or playback cannot be made.– Clean deck par ts, see “Maintenance”.
– Use only NORMAL (IEC I) tape.
– Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
The tape deck door cannot open.– Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and
switch on the system again.
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