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Philips AZ127/12 User Manual
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Contents
1 Important 2
2 Your CD Soundmachine 3
Introduction 3
What's in the box 3
Overview of the main unit 4
3 Get started 6
Connect power 6
Turn on 7
Turn off 7
4 Play 8
Play a CD 8
Play from an external device 8
Play tape 8
Tune to FM radio stations 9
5 Play options 10
Control play 10
Program tracks 10
Adjust sound 10
6 Product information 11
Specications 11
Maintenance 11
7 Troubleshooting 13
8 Notice 14
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1 Important
• Read these instructions.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
otherapparatus(includingampliers)that
produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit.
• Onlyuseattachments/accessoriesspecied
by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this unit during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
• Referallservicingtoqualiedservice
personnel. Servicing is required when the
unit has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the unit has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Battery usage CAUTION – To prevent
battery leakage which may result in bodily
injury, property damage, or damage to the
unit:
• Install all batteries correctly, + and - as
marked on the unit.
• Do not mix batteries (old and new or
carbonandalkaline,etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not
used for a long time.
• Batteries (battery pack or batteries
installed)shallnotbeexposedtoexcessive
heatsuchassunshine,reorthelike.
• CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery
is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type.
• The unit shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
• Do not place any sources of danger on
theunit(e.g.liquidlledobjects,lighted
candles).
• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance
coupler is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
• The CD Soundmachine can be used in
tropical climate zone.
Warning
• Never remove the casing of this apparatus.
• Never place this apparatus on other electrical
equipment.
• Never look into the laser beam inside this apparatus.
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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2 Your CD
Soundmachine
Introduction
With this CD Soundmachine, you can:
• listen to FM radio;
• enjoy audio from discs, tapes, and other
external audio devices;
• program the play sequence of tracks.
TheunitoffersyouDynamicBassBoost(DBB)
to enrich sound.
What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of the package:
• CD sound machine
• Power plug
• Short User Manual
• Safety sheet
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Overview of the main unit
a DBB
• Turn dynamic bass boost on/off.
b REPEAT
• Play a track or all tracks repeatedly.
c /
• Start or pause play.
d
• Turn on/off the unit.
• Press to wake up the unit from
standby mode.
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e OPEN•CLOSE
• Open or close the disc compartment.
f Tape controls
•
Start tape play.
• /
Fast rewind or fast forward the tape.
Stop the tape play or open the tape
door.
•
Pause tape playback.
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g SHUFFLE
• Play tracks randomly.
h PROG
• Program the play sequence of tracks.
i /
• Skip to the previous or next track.
• Search within a track.
j Display panel
• Display current status.
k FM antenna
• Improve FM reception.
l TUNING +/-
• Only works in CD/AUDIO IN mode.
In other modes, the display is always
off.
m VOL +/-
• Adjust volume
n Source selector
• Select a source.
o AUDIO-IN
• Connect an external audio device.
p AC MAINS ~
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3 Get started
Caution
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in
sequence.
If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the
model and serial number of your apparatus. The
model number and serial number are on the
bottom of your apparatus. Write the numbers
here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Connect power
The unit can be powered by either AC power
or batteries.
Option 1: AC power
Warning
• Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power
supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on
the back or the underside of the unit.
• Risk of electric shock! When you disconnect the AC
power, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull
the cord.
Connect the AC power cord too:
• the wall socket
• the AC MAINS ~ socket of the CD sound
machine
Tip
• To save energy, turn the unit off after use.
Option 2: Battery power
Caution
• Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should
be disposed of properly.
Note
• Batteries are not supplied with the accessories.
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert 6 batteries (type: 1.5V R14/UM2/C
CELL)withcorrectpolarity(+/-)as
indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
AC~MAINS
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Turn on
Press .
» When the source selector is in
the AUDIO-IN/CD position, is
displayed.
Switch to standby mode
• The unit switches to standby mode
automatically when there is no audio
detected for over 15 minutes.
• In CD/FM/AUDIO IN mode, press to
wake up the unit from standby mode.
Turn off
Press again.
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4 Play
Play a CD
Note
• You cannot play CDs encoded with copyright
protection technologies.
You can play commercially available audio CDs:
• CD-Recordables(CD-R)
• CD-Rewritables(CD-RW)
1 Switch the source selector to AUDIO-IN/
CD.
2 Open the CD compartment.
3 Insert a CD with the printed side facing up
and close the CD lid gently.
» The total number of tracks displays.
4 Press to start play.
» [ ] displays.
• To select a track,press / .
• To pause CD play, press .
» [ ]ashes.
• To resume CD play, press again.
• To stop CD play, press .
AUDIO IN /
Play from an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device
through this unit.
1 Switch the source selector to AUDIO-IN/
CD.
2 Connect an audio cable (3.5mm, not
supplied)to:
• the AUDIO-IN socket on the unit.
• the headphone socket on an external
device.
3 Play the external device (see the device's
usermanual).
Note
• The AUDIO-IN socket is not for headphones.
• The display panel lights off when the unit plays from the
external device.
Play tape
Note
• The unit will turns off automatically after an elapsed
time of inactivity at tape mode.
1 Slide the source selector to TAPE.
» The unit turns on automatically.
2 Press on main unit to open the tape
door.
Audio-in
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3 Load the tape with the open side upward
and the full spool to the right.
4 Press on main unit to start play.
• To pause/resume play, press on main
unit .
• To rewind or fast-forward, press /
on main unit .
• To stop play, press .
» The unit turns off automatically.
Note
• In playback mode, cassette will be stopped
automatically when playback reaches the end.
Tune to FM radio stations
Note
• For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the
position of the FM antenna.
1 Switch the source selector to FM.
2 Rotate TUNING to select a station.
3 Repeat step 2 to tune to more stations.
AUDIO IN /
AUDIO IN /
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5 Play options
Control play
In CD mode, you can control play through the
following operations.
/ Press:skip to the previous/next
track
Hold:search within play, then
release to resume play.
Start or pause play.
Stop play.
PROG Program tracks.
+VOLUME- Adjust volume.
REPEAT [ ]: Play the current track
repeatedly.
[ ]: Play all tracks
repeatedly.
[ ]: Repeat all tracks
randomly.
To return to normal play, press
REPEAT repeatedly until the
repeat icons disappear.
SHUFFLE [ ]: Play tracks randomly.
To return to normal play, press
SHUFFLE repeatedly until the
shufeicondisappear.
Tip
• Only [ ]] and [ ] can be selected when you
play the programmed tracks.
Program tracks
In CD mode, you can program a maximum of
20 tracks.
1 Press to stop playback.
2 Press PROG to activate the program
mode.
» [PROG] (program)begintoblink.
3 Press / to select a track number,
then press PROGtoconrm.
4 Repeat steps 3 to program more tracks.
5 Press to play the programmed tracks.
» During play, [PROG] (program)is
displayed.
• To erase the program, press twice.
• To review the program, when playback
is stopped,press and hold PROG for
2 seconds.
Adjust sound
During play, you can adjust volume and select
the sound effects.
Key Function
+VOLUME- Increase or decrease volume.
DBB Turn dynamic bass
enhancement on or off.
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6 Product
information
Note
• Product information is subject to change without prior
notice.
Specications
Amplier
Rated Output Power 2 W RMS
Frequency Response 125 -16000 Hz, -3dB
Signal to Noise Ratio >55 dBA
Total Harmonic
Distortion
<1 %
Audio-in Input 650 mV RMS
Disc
Laser Type Semiconductor
Disc Diameter 12cm/8cm
Support Disc CD-DA, CD-R, CD-
RW
Audio DAC 24Bits / 44.1kHz
Total Harmonic
Distortion
<1%
Frequency Response 125 -16000 Hz, -3dB
S/N Ratio >55 dBA
Tuner
Tuning Range 87.5 - 108MHz
Total Harmonic
Distortion
<3%
Signal to Noise Ratio >50 dBA
Tape deck
Frequency response
-Normaltape(typeI)
125-8000Hz(8dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio
-Normaltape(typeI)
35 dBA
Wowandutter ≤0.4%DIN
General
Power supply
- AC Power
- Battery
220-240V~, 50/60 Hz;
9 V, 6 x 1.5 V type:
R14/UM2/C CELL
Operation Power
Consumption
10 W
Standby Power
Consumption
<0.5 W
Dimensions
- Main Unit
(WxHxD)
300 x 134 x 240 mm
Weight(MainUnit) 1.5 kg
Maintenance
Clean the cabinet
• Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with
a mild detergent solution. Do not use a
solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia
or abrasives.
Clean discs
• When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with
a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the
centre out.
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• Do not use solvents such as benzene,
thinner, commercially available cleaners,
or antistatic spray intended for analogue
records.
Clean the disc lens
• After prolonged use, dirt or dust may
accumulate at the disc lens. To ensure good
play quality, clean the disc lens with Philips
CD lens cleaner or any commercially
available cleaner. Follow the instructions
supplied with cleaner.
Clean the heads and the tape paths
• To ensure good play quality, clean the
heads A,thecapstan(s)B, and pressure
roller(s)C after every 50 hours of tape
operation.
• Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with
cleaninguidoralcohol.
• You can also clean the heads by playing a
cleaning tape once.
Demagnetise the heads
• Use a demagnetising tape available at your
dealer.
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7 Troubleshooting
Warning
• Never remove the casing of this device.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair
the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this
device, check the following points before
requesting service. If the problem remains
unsolved, go to the Philips Web page
(www.philips.com/support).Whenyoucontact
Philips, make sure that the device is nearby
and the model number and serial number are
available.
No power
• Ensure that the Mains cord is connected
securely.
• Ensure that there is power at the AC
Mains.
• Ensure that the batteries are inserted
correctly.
No display
• The display works only in CD/AUDIO IN
mode. Check if the SOURCE selector is
switched at CD/AUDIO IN mode.
No sound or poor sound
•Adjust the volume.
No response from the unit
•Disconnect and reconnect the AC power
plug, then turn on the system again.
•As a power-saving feature, the unit
switches off automatically 15 minutes after
track play reaches the end and no control
is operated.
Poor cassette sound quality
• Ensure that heads in the cassette holder
are clean.
Cassette does not work for record
• The device does not support tape
recording.
No disc detected
•Insert a disc.
•Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
•Wait until the moisture condensation at
the lens has cleared.
•Replace or clean the disc.
•UseanalizedCDorcorrectformatdisc.
Poor radio reception
•Increase the distance between the unit and
your TV or VCR.
•Fully extend the FM antenna.
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8 Notice
Hereby, Gibson Innovations declares that this
product is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions
ofDirective2014/53/EU.Youcanndthe
Declaration of Conformity on www.philips.com/
support.
Anychangesormodicationsmadetothis
device that are not expressly approved by
Gibson Innovations may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Disposal of your old product
Your product is designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
This symbol on a product means that the
product is covered by European Directive
2012/19/EU. Inform yourself about the local
separate collection system for electrical and
electronic products. Follow local rules and never
dispose of the product with normal household
waste. Correct disposal of old products
helps prevent negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
We have tried to make the packaging easy to
separateintothreematerials:cardboard(box),
paperpulp(buffer)andpolyethylene(bags,
protectivefoamsheet.)
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.
This apparatus includes these labels:
Class II equipment symbol
This symbol indicates that the apparatus has a
double insulation system.
The making of unauthorized copies of copy-
protected material, including computer
programs,les,broadcastsandsound
recordings, may be an infringement of
copyrights and constitute a criminal offence.
This equipment should not be used for such
purposes.
Note
• The type plate is located on the bottom of the
apparatus.
Specifications are subject to change without notice
Copyright © 2013 Gibson Innovations Limited. Revised Edition © 2017
This product has been manufactured by, and is sold under the responsibility of Gibson Innovations Ltd., and
Gibson Innovations Ltd. is the warrantor in relation to this product. Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are
registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used under license.
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