CD Mini System

3 CD Changer Mini System with Incredible Surround
1200 watts PMPO 2 x 100 watts Music Power 2 x 50 watts RMS Stereo Sound Navigation with Variable Incredible Surround and 26 Digital Sound Control modes 3-step Dynamic Bass Boost 7-band Spectrum Analyzer with 3 Display Modes 3-way Bass Reflex Speaker System with Detachable Grilles CD-Rewritable compatible Full RDS suite including NEWS & Traffic Announcement (/22 & /34) Dolby B Noise Reduction (/34) Dual Logic Tape Deck with Auto Reverse (R+1) Digital Recording Ready (digital and line out) Subwoofer Ready Karaoke Feature Easy set for radio (and clock /22 & /34)

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standard product information loudspeaker boxes amplifier
1200 watts PMPO 2 x 100 watts Music Power 2 x 50 watts RMS, 10% THD, 6 Ohm, 1 kHz Sound Navigation: - jog shuttle - Variable Incredible Surround - 26 mode Digital Sound Control 3-step Dynamic Bass Boost (Beat, Punch, Blast) Bass Optimization 3-way Bass Reflex 5.25" woofer 2.5" Ferro Fluid Tweeter 2 x 1" polydome tweeter detachable grilles

Asia Pacific

/21M /21 /22 /30 /34 Australia/NZ Middle East/S Africa Latam Europe

connections

stereo headphones: 3.5mm stereo jack video/aux: cinch type sockets subwoofer out: cinch type socket Digital Recording Ready: - digital out: cinch type socket - line out: cinch type socket Karaoke mic: 3.5mm jack

E Europe Mexico

FM65.81-74MHz FM87.5-108MHz MW522-1602kHz LW153-279kHz FM75 Ohm clickfit

compact disc player

motorized front loading 3 CD changer CD-Rewritable compatible digital servo technology bit-check D/A converter 40-track CD Random Program play modes (repeat/shuffle/program) repeat track/disc/all change 2 discs while playing 1

general

3 display modes incl. NITE mode multicolor FTD display 7-band Spectrum Analyzer demo mode clock/timer 2 timer modes (wake-up/sleep) wake-up with CD, tuner or tape 24-key Remote Control automatic clock set via RDS (/22 & /34) Karaoke Feature

mains supply

120/230V 50~60Hz 230V/50Hz

made in sticker

RDS: station name, program type, RDS text, clock set (/22 & /34) RDS: NEWS & Traffic Announcement (/22 & /34) FM/MW/LW Digital Tuner with 40 presets (LW /22) easy set/auto store for radio (and clock /22 & /34)

tape deck

Dolby B Noise Reduction (/34) Dual Logic Tape Deck Auto Reverse (R+1) high and normal speed dubbing CD synchro recording automatic recording level control automatic tape type selection electronic speed control and full auto stop

CD TAPE 1/2

SURROUND

SLEEP TIMER

EAN: (/34) EAN: (/22) EAN: (/21) Product Dimensions: 265mm W x 310mm H x 363mm D (center unit) 240mm W x 310mm H x 310mm D (speakers) Package Dimensions: 544mm W x 720mm H x 398mm D Product weight: 18 kg Carton contains: CD Mini System, Multi-Function Remote Control, Batteries (2 x AA), Operating instructions, Warranty information, FM antenna, AM antenna Printed in Singapore Date printed : Sept 1998 Specifications subject to change without notice. 1998 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved. Incredible Surround is a Trademark of Philips Consumer Electronics Company Dolby B NR System and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. http: //www.philips.com

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Sound Navigation The JOG SHUTTLE of this feature adds a new dimension in fine-tuning the sound settings to suit your personal taste. 26 mode Digital Sound Control The feature offers 26 different sound settings based on 6 basic settings : (CLASSIC - 1 setting, ROCK - 5 settings, VOCAL - 5 settings, TECHNO - 5 settings, OPTIMAL - 5 settings, JAZZ - 5 settings)

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

safety symbols

For Customer Use Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the rear of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. _______________________________ Serial No. ________________________________
This bolt of lightning indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering. The exclamation point calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot, and fully insert.

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Dear Philips Magnavox product owner: Thank you for your confidence in Philips Magnavox.Youve selected one of the best-built, best-backed products available today.And well do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come. As a member of the Philips Magnavox family, youre entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding service networks in the industry. Whats more, your purchase guarantees youll receive all the information and special offers for which you qualify, plus easy access to accessories from our convenient home shopping network.
And most importantly you can count on our uncompromising commitment to your total satisfaction. All of this is our way of saying welcomeand thanks for investing in a Philips Magnavox product. Sincerely,
Robert Minkhorst President and Chief Executive Officer P.S. Remember, to get the most from your Philips Magnavox product, you must return your Warranty Registration Card within 10 days. So please mail it to us right now!
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
RISQUE DE CHOCS LECTRIQUES NE PAS OUVRIR Attention: Afin de prvenir le risque de chocs lectriques, ne pas retirer les vis. Toute rparation devrait tre confie un personnel qualifi. Ce symbole indique la prsence dune tension suffisamment leve pour engendrer un risque de chocs lectriques. Ce symbole indique que le manuel dinstallation fourni avec lappareil contient dimportantes recommandations quant au fonctionnement et lentretien de ce dernier.

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Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure on page 7. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Note to the Cable TV system installer This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. English
Example of Antenna Grounding as per NEC - National Electrical Code
Ground Clamp Antenna Lead-in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Ground Clamps Electric Service Equipment Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art. 250, Part H)

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LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIO SYSTEM
One Year Free Labor One Year Free Service on Parts This product must be carried in for repair.
a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes.
TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA.
Please contact Philips at: 1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking) 1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking) (In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages, howsoever incurred, even if notified of the possibility of such damages.)

WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?
Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization will attempt to provide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).

WHO IS COVERED?

You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.

WHAT IS COVERED?

Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For one year thereafter, all parts will be repaired or replaced, and labor is free. After one year from the day of purchase, you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts, and for all labor charges. All parts, including repaired and replaced parts, are covered only for the original warranty period.When the warranty on the product expires, the warranty on all replaced and repaired parts also expires.

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Please check your owners manual before requesting service. Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a service call.

WHAT IS EXCLUDED?

Your warranty does not cover: labor charges for installation or setup of the product, adjustment of customer controls on the product, and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product. product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company. reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or antenna systems outside the unit. a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications. incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.This includes, but is not limited to, prerecorded material, whether copyrighted or not copyrighted.)

If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens of the CD unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD player will not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the system until normal playback is possible. Electrostatic discharge may cause unexpected problems. See whether these problems disappear if you unplug the AC power cord and plug it in again after a few seconds. To disconnect the system from the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket.
Environmental Information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet). Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

PREPARATION

Rear Connections

STANDBY ON

OFER LEVEL CONTR OL

MIN CUT OFF FREQUENCY

HIGH POWER SUBWOOFER

60Hz 150Hz

DIGITAL AUDIO EQUIPMENT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

AC MAINS

DIGITAL OUT
L R SUBWOOFER OUT AUX/CDR IN FM ANTENNA 300

LINE OUT

AM ANTENNA

FRONT + L R +

A AM Loop Antenna Connection
Connect the supplied loop antenna to the AM ANTENNA terminal. Place the AM loop antenna far away from the system and adjust its position for the best reception. Connect the optional active subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal. The subwoofer reproduces just the low bass effect (e.g. explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.). Be sure to follow the instructions supplied with the subwoofer. You can record the digital sound from the CD, through this output, on any audio equipment with digital input (e.g. CD Recorder, Digital Audio Tape (DAT) deck, Digital to Analog Converter and Digital Signal Processor). Connect one end of the cinch cable (not supplied) to the DIGITAL OUT socket and the other end to the audio equipment with digital input.When connecting the cinch cable, make sure it is fully inserted. English
D Subwoofer Out Connection

F Digital Out Connection

Inserting batteries into the Remote Control
Insert the batteries (Type R06 or AA) into the remote control as shown in the battery compartment.
B FM Wire Antenna Connection
Connect the supplied FM wire antenna to the FM ANTENNA 300 terminal. Adjust the position of the FM antenna for the best reception. Outdoor Antenna For better FM stereo reception, connect an outdoor FM antenna to the FM ANTENNA 300 terminal using a 300 dipole wire.

E Line Out Connection (wireless
ready) You can connect the audio left and right LINE OUT terminals to a optional CD Recorder ANALOGUE IN terminals. This allows you to record in an analogue format.
You can also install additional optional front active speakers away from the system (e.g. in another room) to reduce the inconvenience of running long speaker wires across rooms. You can place as many remote speakers as you like provided they operate at the same radio frequency. Connect the wireless radio frequency transmitter to the LINE OUT terminals. Place the active speakers at your preferred location. Be sure to follow the instructions supplied with the active speakers.
G Connecting other equipment to your system
You can connect the audio left and right OUT terminals of a TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD-Recorder to the AUX/CDR IN terminals at the rear of the system.
To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove dead batteries or batteries that will not be used for a long time. For replacement, use type R06 or AA batteries.

C Speakers Connection

Connect the right speaker to Front terminal R, with the red wire to + and the black wire to -. Connect the left speaker to Front terminal L, with the red wire to + and the black wire to -. Clip the stripped portion of the speaker wire as shown.

H AC Power Supply

After all other connections have been made, connect the AC power cord to the system and to the wall outlet.
Note: Availability of a wireless transmitter and its peripherals is subjected to the approval of local authorities. Please check with your local safety or approving authority.

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CONTROLS

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DISC CHANGE DISC 1 DISC 2

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CHANGER

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TAPE 1/2

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SLEEP TIMER

CLOCK/ TIMER

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TAPE TAPE

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VOLUME

PLAY PAUSE

SOUND NAVIGATION
INCREDIBLE SURROUND DYNAMIC BASS BOOST

DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL

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Controls on the system and remote control
1 STANDBY ON to switch the system on or to standby mode. to use for EASY SET. 2 LOW POWER STANDBY LED lit up during low power standby (for model FW555C only). 3 DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL (DSC) to select the desired sound effect : OPTIMAL, CLASSIC, TECHNO, JAZZ, ROCK or VOCAL. 4 INCREDIBLE SURROUND to switch on or off the surround sound effect. 5 n to connect headphones. 6 REC (RECORD) to start recording on tape deck 2. 7 DUB (HIGH SPEED DUBBING [HSD]) to dub a tape in normal or fast speed. 8 JOG to select the desired equalizer display. to select the desired DSC setting. You must select the DSC feature first. to select the desired level of Incredible Surround Sound. You must select the Incredible Surround Sound feature first. 9 PROG (PROGRAM) to program CD tracks in CD mode or preset radio stations in tuner mode. 0 CLOCK/TIMER to view the clock, set the clock or set the timer. ! DISPLAY to view the current setting of the system. @ CD CAROUSEL TRAY # CD DIRECT PLAY (DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3) to select a CD tray for playback. $ DISC CHANGE to change CD(s). % OPENCLOSE to open or close the CD carousel. ^ SOURCE : to select the following: CD / (CD 123) to select CD mode. When CD playback is stopped, press to select the disc tray 1, 2 or 3. TUNER / (FMAM) to select Tuner mode. When in Tuner mode, press to select the waveband: FM or AM. TAPE / (TAPE 1 2) to select Tape mode. When tape playback is stopped, press to select either tape deck 1 or 2. AUX / (CDR) to select sound from an external source (e.g. TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD Recorder). When in Aux mode, press to select either AUX or CDR. & A. REV (AUTO REVERSE) (for model FW555C only) available in tape deck 2 only. to select the desired play modes ( / / ). * MODE SELECTION SEARCH (TUNING ) for CD. to search backward/ forward. for TUNER.. to tune to a lower or higher radio frequency. for TAPE. to rewind or fast forward a tape on tape deck 2 only. STOPCLEAR for CD. to stop CD playback or to clear a program. for TUNER.. to stop programming. for TAPE. to stop playback or recording. DEMO. (on the system only) to start or stop demonstration mode. PLAY / PAUSE(SIDE AB) for CD. to start or interrupt playback. for TAPE. to start playback.. SIDE : when playing in Tape 2 mode, to change side (for model FW555C only). PREV / NEXT (PRESET ) for CD. to skip to the beginning of the current, previous, or next track. ( ) for TUNER.. to select a preset station in memory. VOLUME to adjust the volume. DYNAMIC BASS BOOST (DBB) to select a bass boost level or to switch off bass boost. OPEN to open tape deck 2. TAPE DECK 2 TAPE DECK 1 OPEN to open tape deck 1. REPEAT to repeat a CD track, a disc, or all available discs. SHUFFLE to play all the available discs and their tracks in random order. SLEEP TIMER to switch the system to standby mode at a selected time. B to switch the system to standby mode. English

Notes for remote control: First select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (e.g. CD, TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX). Then select the desired function (PLAY, NEXT, etc.).

OPERATING THE SYSTEM

PROGRAM SHUFFLE REC REPEAT NEWS T.A. AM MW FM LW

DOLBY B NR

To start the demonstration mode Press and hold STOPCLEAR (on the system only) for five seconds when the system is in standby mode. The demonstration will begin.

Switching the system ON

Press CD, TUNER, TAPE or AUX. You can also switch on the system by pressing any one of the CD DIRECT PLAY buttons.
Important: Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures.

Demonstration mode

The system has a demonstration mode that shows the various features offered by the system. When the system is switched on for the first time, the demonstration mode will start automatically.
Notes: During the demonstration, if you press any source (or standby-on) button, the system will switch to the respective mode (or standby). When the system is switched to standby mode, the demonstration will resume five seconds later.
To stop the demonstration mode Press and hold STOPCLEAR (on the system only) for five seconds when the system is in demonstration mode. The demonstration will stop. "DEMO OFF" is displayed. The system will switch to standby mode. (for FW555C only) About 5 seconds later, the system will go into an energy saving mode ( < 2 watts ). The low power STANDBY ON LED will be lit.
Note: Even though the AC power cord is removed from and reconnected to the wall socket, the demonstration will remain off until it is switched on again.

Easy Set

EASY SET allows you to store all available radio stations automatically. 1 Press and hold STANDBY ON (on the system only) for five seconds; when the system is in standby or demonstration mode. EASY SET will be displayed, and followed by TUNER and then AUTO. EASY SET will start searching for all radio on FM band and then followed by radio stations on AM band. All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored. Up to 40 presets may be stored.

Switching the system to standby mode
Press STANDBY ON again or B on the remote control. The system will switch to standby mode. (for FW555C only) About 5 seconds later, the system will go into an energy saving mode ( < 2 watts ). The low power STANDBY ON LED will be lit.

Selecting the Source

Press the respective source selection button: CD, TUNER, TAPE or AUX. The display indicates the selected source.
Notes: EASY SET will start with the FM band, if there are still presets available, the system will continue to store the AM band. When EASY SET is used, all previously stored radio stations will be replaced. The last preset radio station will appear on the display when EASY SET is completed.
Note: For an external source, make sure you have connected the audio left and right OUT terminals of the external equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CD Recorder) to the AUX/CDR IN terminals.
Selecting the Equalizer Display
You can select the desired equalizer display for the system. You must not press the DSC or INCREDIBLE SURROUND buttons on the system before using the JOG. Rotate the JOG to select the desired Equalizer Display, NORMAL, TOP DOWN, or NITE MODE. The selected display will be shown.
Note: In NITE MODE, all lights will be switched off and the display brightness will be dimmed.

Sound Control

VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Adjust VOLUME to increase or decrease the sound level. For Personal Listening Connect the headphones plug to the n socket at the front of the system. The speakers will be muted. INCREDIBLE SURROUND Normal stereo sound is determined by the distance between the front speakers. When Incredible Surround is switched on, it magnifies the virtual distance between the front speakers for an incredibly wide, enveloping, stereo effect. There are 12 different Incredible Surround levels available for selection.
Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND to switch on. The INCREDIBLE SURROUND display lights up. IS XX will be displayed.
Rotate the JOG to select the desired Incredible Surround level immediately after selecting the Incredible Surround feature. The Incredible Surround level will increase or decrease between level 1 and 12. To switch off Incredible Surround Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND again. The INCREDIBLE SURROUND display is switched off. IS OFF will be displayed.

Note: For neutral setting, select CLASSIC and switch off DBB. DYNAMIC BASS BOOST (DBB) There are three DBB settings to enhance the bass response.
Press DBB briefly to select a bass boost level. The respective DBB level is being encircled and lit. BEAT, PUNCH or BLAST will be displayed. To switch off DBB Press DBB briefly until DBB OFF is displayed.

NORMAL Display

PROGRAM SHUFFLE REPEAT TIMER REC NEWS T.A. AM MW FM LW
DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL (DSC) The DSC feature enables you to adjust the system to suit your type of music.
Press DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL (DSC) to select OPTIMAL, CLASSIC, TECHNO, JAZZ , ROCK or VOCAL. The selected digital sound is encircled. OPTIMAL X, CLASSIC, TECHNO X, JAZZ X, ROCK X or VOCAL X will be displayed. "X" is the pre-selected level. You can change the digital sound setting level for all but CLASSIC with the JOG. First select the DSC feature, then rotate the JOG until the desired digital sound setting level is reached. The digital sound setting level will increase or decrease between level 1 and 5.

TOP DOWN Display

Note: Some CDs or tapes might be recorded in high modulation. It may cause a distortion at high volume. If this occurs, switch off DBB or reduce the volume. Automatic DSC-DBB selection The best DBB setting is generated automatically for each DSC selection. You can manually select the DBB setting that best suits your listening environment.

NITE MODE Display

Note: "XX" is the last selected Incredible Surround level.
You can change the Incredible Surround level with the JOG.
DISC CHANGE DISC 1 DISC 2 OPENCLOSE DISC 3

Loading the CD Changer

1 Press CD to select CD mode. 2 Press OPENCLOSE. The CD carousel slides out. 3 Load a CD with the printed side up in the right tray. You can load another disc in the left tray. To load the third disc, press the DISC CHANGE button. The CD carousel will rotate until the empty tray is ready for loading. 4 Press OPENCLOSE to close the CD carousel. The total number of tracks and the playing time of the last selected disc appear on the display.

Playing a CD

1 Press PLAY to start playback. The disc tray, track number and elapsed playing time of the current track appear on the display. To interrupt playback, press PAUSE. The playing time flashes. To resume playback, press PLAY again. 2 To stop playback, press STOPCLEAR.
Warning! 1) This system is designed for conventional CDs. Do not use any accessories such as disc stabilizer rings or CD treatment sheets, etc., which may damage the CD mechanism. 2) Do not load more than one disc into each tray. 3) When the CD changer is loaded with CDs, do not turn over or shake the system. This may jam the changer.

You may load three discs in the CD changer for continuous playback without interruption.

Disc for playback

This system can playback all audio CD, finalized audio CD-Recorder and finalized audio CD-Rewritable format discs.

NEWS/TA

Note: All the available discs will play once, then stop.

Disc Change

You can change the outer two discs while the third inner disc is stopped or is playing. 1 Press DISC CHANGE. The CD carousel slides out. 2 Replace the discs in the left and right disc trays. If you press DISC CHANGE again during playback, the CD will stop playing. The CD carousel will rotate until the inner tray is rotated out and is ready for loading. 3 Press OPENCLOSE to close the CD compartment.
Note: To ensure good system performance, wait until the CD changer completely reads the disc(s) before proceeding.

CD Direct Play

You can play a CD directly by pressing the DISC 1, DISC 2 or DISC 3 button. The CD player will stop at the end of playback of the selected disc. A lit button indicates that a disc is loaded in the disc tray.
Selecting a desired track when playback is stopped 1 Press PREV or NEXT until the desired track appears on the display. 2 Press PLAY to start playback. The selected track number and elapsed playing time appear on the display. Selecting a desired track during playback Press PREV or NEXT until the desired track appears on the display. The selected track number and elapsed playing time appear on the display. If you press PREV once it will skip to the beginning of the current track and play the track again. Programming tracks of a loaded CD is possible when playback is stopped. The display will indicate the total tracks stored in the program. Up to 40 tracks can be stored in the memory in any order. When 40 tracks are stored and you attempt to store another track, the display will show FULL. 1 Load the desired discs in the disc trays. 2 Press PROGRAM to start programming. The PROGRAM flag starts flashing. It will cancel any previously selected repeat mode. 3 Press the CD (CD 123) button to select the disc. 4 Press PREV or NEXT to select the desired track. 5 Press PROGRAM to store the track. Repeat steps 3 to 5 to store other discs and tracks. 6 Press STOPCLEAR once to end programming. The total number of tracks programmed and total playing time appear on the display. English

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations
Press PRESET 4 or 3 to select the desired preset number. The preset number, radio frequency, and waveband appear on the display.
Notes: You can cancel the automatic programming by pressing PROGRAM or STOPCLEAR (on the system only). If you want to reserve a section of preset numbers, for example preset numbers 1 to 9, select preset 10 before starting automatic programming: only the preset numbers 10 to 40 will be programmed.
Notes: When 40 radio stations are stored and you attempt to store another radio station, the display will show "FULL. If you want to change an existing preset number, repeat steps 3 5. You can cancel manual programming by pressing STOPCLEAR (on the system only). During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit program mode automatically.

Tape Playback

Auto Reverse Playback (For
model FW555C on tape deck 2 only) Press A. REV to select the different playback modes.
. to record or playback on one side of the tape. The tape stops at the end of one side. . to record or playback on both sides of the tape. The tape then stops. . to playback continuously on both sides of the tape up to a maximum of 10 times per side unless you press.

Loading a tape

Press OPEN. The tape deck door opens. Load the tape with the open side downward and the full spool to the left. Close the tape deck door.
1 Press TAPE ( TAPE 12 ) to select TAPE mode. TAPE 1 or TAPE 2 will be displayed. Press TAPE ( TAPE 12 ) again to select either tape deck 1 or tape deck 2. 2 Load the tape into the desired tape deck. 3 Press to start playback. 3a (For model FW555C Tape Deck 2 only) Press ( SIDE AB) again to switch playback between side A and B. The BACK or FRONT flag appears on the display, depending on the side selected. 3b (For model FW555C Tape Deck 2 only) Press A. REV to select the different type of playback mode (see auto reverse playback). 4 Press to end playback.
Note: To change side before playback begins, use the SIDE button on the remote control (For model FW555C Tape Deck 2 only).
Rewind/Fast Forward (only on tape deck 2) When playback is stopped 1 You can rewind or fast forward the tape by pressing or respectively. "<<<" or ">>>" will be displayed depending on which button is pressed. The tape will stop automatically at the end of the rewinding or fast forwarding. 2 Press to stop rewinding or fast forwarding.
During playback Press and hold or until the desired passage is located. During searching, the sound is reduced to a low volume. When you release or , the tape continues playing.

View Clock

You can view the clock (if it is set) while the system is in standby mode or any source mode. It will be displayed for about seven seconds. Press CLOCK/TIMER briefly (on the system only). PM 10:38 (the current time) will be displayed. --:-- will be displayed if the clock is not set.
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER to select clock mode. AM 12:00 or the current time starts flashing. 2 Set the hour with or. 3 Set the minute with or. 4 Press CLOCK/TIMER again to store the setting. The clock starts. To exit without storing the setting, press on the system.
Notes: During timer setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically. If the source selected is TUNER, the last tuned frequency will be switched on. If the source selected is CD, playback will begin with the first track of the last selected disc. If the CD trays are empty, the TUNER will be selected instead. If the source selected is TAPE, and if the preset time is reached during high speed dubbing, the TUNER will be selected instead.

Clock Setting

The clock is set in 12-hour mode, e.g. AM 12:00 or PM 12:00. Before setting the clock, you must be in the View Clock mode.
Notes: During clock setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit clock setting mode automatically. When a power interruption occurs, the clock setting is erased.
To switch off the TIMER 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER for more than two seconds. 2 Press on the system to cancel the timer. The timer is now switched off. The display will show "OFF" and the TIMER flag disappears. To start the TIMER again (for the same preset time and source) 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER for more than two seconds. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER again to store the start time. The timer is now switched on. The TIMER flag appears on the display.
Sleep Timer (only on remote control)
This feature allows you to select a length of time after which the system will switch to the standby mode automatically. Press SLEEP TIMER on the remote control repeatedly to select a period of time. The selections are as follows (time in minutes): OFF 60 SLEEP XX or OFF will be displayed. "XX" is the time in minutes. When you reach the desired length of time, stop pressing the SLEEP TIMER button. After this amount of time passes, the system will switch to the standby mode. To switch off the sleep timer Press SLEEP TIMER repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed, or press the STANDBY ON button.

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 center out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analog records. Cleaning the CD lens After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate at the CD lens. To ensure good playback quality, clean the CD lens with Philips Magnavox CD Lens Cleaner or any commercially available cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with cleaner. Cleaning the Heads and the Tape Paths To ensure good recording and playback quality, clean the heads, the capstan(s), and pressure roller(s) after every 50 hours of tape operation. Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol. English

Maintenance

You can also clean the heads by playing a cleaning tape once. Demagnetizing the heads Use a demagnetizing tape available at your dealer.

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications
AMPLIFIER Output power FW545C.. 2 x 50 W FTC (1) FW555C.. 2 x 70 W FTC, 1 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio.. 75 dBA (IEC) Frequency response.. 40 20,000 Hz, 3 dB Input sensitivity AUX/CDR In.. 450 mV Output Speakers... 6 Headphones.. 32 1000 Subwoofer Out. 1.5 V 2dB, > 22,000 Line Out.. 500 mV 2dB, > 22,000 Digital Out.. IEC 958, 44.1 kHz
(1) (6 , 60 Hz 12.5 kHz, 10% THD)
TAPE DECK Frequency response CrO2 tape (type II). 60 15,000 Hz (5 dB) Normal tape (type I).. 60 15,000 Hz (5 dB) Signal-to-noise ratio CrO2 tape (type II)... 50 dBA Normal tape (type I).. 47 dBA Wow and flutter.. 0.4% DIN SPEAKERS System.. 3-way; double port bass reflex Impedance... 6 Woofer FW545C... 1 x 5.25" FW555C... 1 x 6.5" Tweeter... 1 x 2.5" Polydome Tweeter.. 2 x 1" Dimensions (w x h x d) FW545C.. 240 x 310 x 309 mm FW555C.. 240 x 310 x 309 mm Weight FW545C... 4 kg each FW555C... 4 kg each
GENERAL INFORMATION Material/finish.. Polystyrene/Metal AC Power... 120 V / 60 Hz Power Consumption Active FW545C.. 75 W FW555C.. 130 W Standby FW545C.. < 15 W FW555C.. < 20 W Standby (energy saving mode) FW555C only.. < 2 W Dimensions (w x h x d). 265 x 310 x 363 mm Weight (without speakers) FW545C.. 7.2 kg FW555C.. 10.4 kg
CD PLAYER Number of programmable tracks.. 40 Frequency response.. 40 20,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio... 76 dBA Channel separation.. 79 dB (1 kHz) Total harmonic distortion.. < 0.02% (1 kHz) TUNER FM wave range.. 87.MHz AM wave range.. kHz Number of presets.. 40 Antenna FM.. 300 dipole wire AM... Loop antenna

Subject to modification

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