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Contents
1 Important 4
Safety 4
Notice 5
2 Your Micro System 7
Introduction 7
What’s in the box 7
Overview of the main unit 8
Overview of the remote control 9
3 Get started 11
Connect speakers 11
Connect power 11
Install remote control batteries 11
Set clock 12
Turn on 12
4 Play 13
Play disc 13
Play from USB 13
Listen to an external device 13
5 Play options 14
Repeat and random play 14
Program tracks 14
Display play information 14
6 Listen to the radio 15
Tune to a radio station 15
Program radio stations automatically 15
Program radio stations manually 15
Select a preset radio station 15
Show RDS information 15
Set RDS clock 16
7 Adjust sound 17
Adjust volume level 17
Select a preset sound effect 17
Enhance bass 17
Mute sound 17
8 Use more of your Micro System 18
Set the sleep timer 18
Set the alarm timer 18
Listen through headphone 18
9 Product information 19
Specications 19
Supported MP3 disc formats 19
USB playability information 20
Maintenance 20
10 Troubleshooting 21
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k Only use attachments/accessories
specied by the manufacturer.
l Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specied by the
manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
m Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
n Refer all servicing to qualied service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus 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 apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
o Battery usage CAUTION – To prevent
battery leakage which may result in
bodily injury, property damage, or
damage to the apparatus:
Install all batteries correctly, + and - •
as marked on the apparatus.
Do not mix batteries (old and new •
or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
Remove batteries when the unit is •
not used for a long time.
The batteries shall not be exposed •
to excessive heat such as sunshine,
reorthelike.
p Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
1 Important
Safety
a Read these instructions.
b Keep these instructions.
c Heed all warnings.
d Follow all instructions.
e Do not use this apparatus near water.
f Clean only with dry cloth.
g Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
h Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including ampliers)
that produce heat.
i For countries with a polarized mains,
do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not t into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match
the wide blade of the plug to the wide
slot, fully insert.
j Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
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Sound can be deceiving. Over time your •
hearing ‘comfort level’ adapts to higher
volumes of sound. So after prolonged
listening, what sounds ‘normal’ can
actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing. To guard against this, set your
volume to a safe level before your hearing
adapts and leave it there.
To establish a safe volume level:
Set your volume control at a low setting. •
Slowly increase the sound until you can •
hear it comfortably and clearly, without
distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
Prolonged exposure to sound, even •
at normally ‘safe’ levels, can also cause
hearing loss.
Be sure to use your equipment •
reasonably and take appropriate breaks.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines
when using your headphones.
Listen at reasonable volumes for •
reasonable periods of time.
Be careful not to adjust the volume as •
your hearing adapts.
Do not turn up the volume so high that •
you can’t hear what’s around you.
You should use caution or temporarily •
discontinue use in potentially hazardous
situations. Do not use headphones while
operating a motorized vehicle, cycling,
skateboarding,etc.;itmaycreateatrafc
hazard and is illegal in many areas.
Notice
Anychangesormodicationsmadetothis
device that are not expressly approved by
Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
q Do not place any sources of danger on
the apparatus (e.g. liquid lled objects,
lighted candles).
r This product may contain lead and
mercury. Disposal of these materials
may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org.
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus. •
Never lubricate any part of this apparatus. •
Never place this apparatus on other electrical •
equipment.
Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight,
•
nakedamesorheat.
Never look into the laser beam inside this
•
apparatus.
Ensure that you always have easy access to the
•
power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect this
apparatus from the power.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance •
coupler is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or •
performance of procedures other than herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure or
other unsafe operation.
Hearing safety
Listen at a moderate volume.
Using headphones at a high volume can •
impair your hearing. This product can
produce sounds in decibel ranges that
may cause hearing loss for a normal
person, even for exposure less than a
minute. The higher decibel ranges are
offered for those that may have already
experienced some hearing loss.
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Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
We have tried to make the packaging easy to
separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
paper pulp (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.
Anychangesormodicationsmadetothis
device that are not expressly approved by
Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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.
Recording and playback of material might
require consent. See Copyright Act 1956 and
The Performer’s Protection Acts 1958 to
1972.
This apparatus includes this label:
This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the European
Community.
Your product is designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol
is attached to a product it means that the
product is covered by the European Directive
2002/96/EC.
Please inform yourself about the local separate
collection system for electrical and electronic
products.
Please act according to your local rules and
do not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste. Correct disposal of
your old product helps to prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment
and human health.
Your product contains batteries covered by
the European Directive 2006/66/EC, which
cannot be disposed with normal household
waste.Please inform yourself about the local
rules on separate collection of batteries
because correct disposal helps to prevent
negative consequences for the environmental
and human health.
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What’s in the box
Check and identify the contents of your
package:
Main unit•
Loudspeaker boxes x 2•
Remote control •
MP3 link cable•
Flat pin adaptor•
User Manual•
Quick Start Guide•
2 Your Micro
System
Congratulations on your purchase, and
welcometoPhilips!Tofullybenetfromthe
support that Philips offers, register your product
at www.philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this apparatus, you can enjoy music from
audio discs,external devices, and listen to radio
stations.
The apparatus offers you multiple sound effect
settings that enrich sound with Digital Sound
Control (DSC) and Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB).
The apparatus supports the following media
formats:
Note
The type plate is located on the back of the •
apparatus.
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c
Open or close the disc •
compartment.
d
Start or pause play.•
Overview of the main unit
a Display panel
Display current status.•
b STANDBY-ON
Turn on the apparatus; switch to •
standby mode.
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Overview of the remote
control
a
Switch to standby mode, or Eco •
Power standby mode.
b OPEN/CLOSE
Open or close the disc •
compartment.
c CD
Select disc source.•
d
Skip to the previous/next album.•
Select a preset radio station.•
e USB
Select USB device source.•
e DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass •
enhancement.
f TUNING /
Skip to the previous/next track.•
Tune to a radio station.•
Search within a track.•
g Disc compartment
h
USB socket.•
i MP3 LINK
Jack for an external audio device.•
j
Headphone socket.•
k PRESET/ALBUM
Select a preset radio station.•
Skip to the previous/next album.•
l DSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
m
Stop play.•
Erase a program.•
n VOLUME+/-
Adjust volume.•
Adjust time.•
o CLOCK
Set the clock.•
View the clock.•
p Remote control sensor
q SOURCE
Select a source.•
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f DISPLAY/RDS
Select display information during play.•
For selected FM radio stations: •
display RDS information.
g VOL +/-
Adjust volume.•
Adjust time.•
h Numeric keypad 0-9
Select a preset radio station.•
Select a track from a disc directly.•
i PROG
Program radio stations.•
Program tracks.•
j SLEEP/TIMER
Set the sleep timer.•
Set the alarm timer.•
Activate or deactivate timer.•
k DSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
l DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass •
enhancement.
m REPEAT/SHUFFLE
Select repeat play modes.•
Selectshufeplaymodes.•
n
Stop play.•
Erase a program.•
o
Mute or restore volume.•
p MP3 LINK
Select external audio device source.•
q /
Tune to a radio station.•
Skip to the previous/next track.•
Search within a track.•
r
Start or pause play.•
s TUNER
Select tuner source.•
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Connect power
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the •
power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage printed on the back or the underside
of the apparatus.
Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the
•
AC power cord, always pull the plug from the
socket. Never pull the cord.
Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure
•
you have completed all other connections.
1 Connect the plug to the power socket.
Install remote control
batteries
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from •
heat,sunshineorre.Neverdiscardbatteries
inre.
Risk of decreased battery life! Never mix
•
different brands or types of batteries.
Risk of product damage! When the remote
•
control is not used for long periods, remove
the batteries.
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert 2 UM-4 AAA batteries with
correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
220-
240V
110-
127V
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 this apparatus. The
model number and serial number are on the
back of the apparatus. Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Connect speakers
Note
Ensure that the colors of the speaker wires and •
terminals are matched.
1 Holddownthesocketap.
2 Insert the stripped part of the wire
completely.
Insert the right speaker wires to “• R”,
left speaker wires to “L”.
Insert the red/blue wires to “• +”,
black wires to “-”.
3 Releasethesocketap.
220-
240V
110-
127V
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The backlight on the display panel is »
reduced.
The clock (if set) appears on the »
display panel.
To switch the unit to Eco Power Standby
mode:
1 In standby mode, press and hold for
more than 2 seconds.
The backlight on the display panel »
turns off.
Note
If no button is pressed over 15 minutes in •
Standby mode, the unit goes to Eco Power
Standby mode automatically and the backlight
on the display turns off.
Set clock
1 In standby mode, press and hold CLOCK
on the main unit to activate the clock
setting mode.
[SET CLOCK] (set clock) is displayed »
briey.Thenthehourdigitsare
displayed and begin to blink.
Note
In Eco Power Standby mode, press •CLOCK
toshowclockrst,andthenpressandhold
CLOCK to proceed clock setting.
2 Press on the main unit repeatedly to
select 12 hour or 24 hour format.
3 Turn VOLUME+/- to set the hour.
4 Press CLOCKtoconrm.
The minute digits are displayed and »
begin to blink.
5 Turn VOLUME+/- to set the minute.
6 Press CLOCKtoconrm.
Turn on
1 Press STANDBY-ON on the main unit.
The apparatus switches to the last »
selected source.
Switch to standby
1 Press to switch the unit to standby
mode.
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3 Press USB to select the USB source.
Play starts automatically. »
To pause/resume play, press • .
To stop play, press • .
ForMP3/WMAles:toselectan•
album, press .
To skip to a track, press • / .
To search within a track, press and •
hold / . Release to resume
normal play.
Listen to an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device
through this unit.
For an audio device with a headphone socket:
1 Press MP3 LINK to select the MP3 link
source.
2 Connect the supplied MP3 link cable to
the • MP3 LINK socket on this unit.
the headphone socket on an MP3 •
player.
3 Start to play the MP3 player. (See the
user manual of the MP3 player)
4 Play
Play disc
1 Press CD to select the disc source.
2 Press to open the disc tray.
3 Insert a disc with the printed side facing
up, then close the disc tray.
Play starts automatically. »
To pause/resume play, press • .
To stop play, press • .
ForMP3/WMAles:toselectan•
album, press .
To skip to a track, press • / .
To search within a track, press and •
hold / . Release to resume
normal play.
Play from USB
Note
Ensure that the USB device contains playable •
audio content.
1 Flip open the USB socket cover on the
front panel.
2 Insert the USB plug of a USB device into
the socket.
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Display play information
1 During play, press DISPLAY/RDS
repeatedly to select different play
information.
5 Play options
Repeat and random play
1 Press REPEAT/SHUFFLE repeatedly to
select:
• [REP] (repeat): the current track is
played repeatedly.
• [REP ALL] (repeat all): all tracks are
played repeatedly.
• [SHUF](shufe):alltracksareplayed
randomly.
• [SHUF REP ALL] (repeat all
randomly): all tracks are played
repeatedly in random order.
2 To return to normal play, press REPEAT/
SHUFFLE repeatedly until play mode is
no longer displayed.
Program tracks
You can program a maximum of 20 tracks.
1 In CD/USB mode, at the stop position,
press PROG to activate the program
mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the »
display.
2 For MP3/WMA tracks, press to
select an album.
3 Press / to select a track number,
then press PROGtoconrm.
4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 to program more
tracks.
5 Press to play the programmed tracks.
During play, [PROG] (program) is »
displayed.
To erase the program, in the stop •
position, press .
To review the program, in the stop •
position, press and hold PROG for
more than 2 seconds.
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Program radio stations
manually
Note
You can program a maximum of 20 FM radio •
stations and 10 MW radio stations.
1 Tune to a radio station.
2 Press PROG to activate program mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the »
display.
3 Press to allocate a number (1 to 20)
to this radio station, then press PROG to
conrm.
The preset number and the frequency »
of the preset station are displayed.
4 Repeat the above steps to program other
stations.
Note
To overwrite a programmed station, store •
another station in its place.
Select a preset radio station
1 In tuner mode, press to select a
preset number.
Show RDS information
RDS (Radio Data System) is a service
that allows FM stations to show additional
information. If you tune to a RDS station, a RDS
icon and the station name are displayed.
1 Tune to a RDS station.
2 Press DISPL AY/RDS repeatedly to scroll
through the following information (if
available):
Station name »
6 Listen to the
radio
Tune to a radio station
Note
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust •
the position of the FM antenna.
1 Press TUNER to select the tuner source.
2 Press and hold / for more than 2
seconds.
[SEARCH] (search) is displayed. »
The radio tunes to a station with »
strong reception automatically.
3 Repeat step 2 to tune to more stations.
To tune to a weak station, press •
/repeatedlyuntilyoundoptimal
reception.
Program radio stations
automatically
Note
You can program a maximum of 20 FM radio •
stations and 10 MW radio stations.
1 In tuner mode, press and hold PROG for
2 seconds to activate automatic program
mode.
[AUTO] (auto) is displayed. »
All available stations are programmed »
in the order of waveband reception
strength.
Therstprogrammedradiostationis »
broadcast automatically.
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Program type such as »[NEWS] (news),
[SPORT] (sport), [POP M] (pop
music)...
Frequency »
Set RDS clock
You can use time signal broadcast together with
the RDS signal to set the clock of the apparatus
automatically.
1 Tune to a RDS radio station that
transmits time signals.
2 Press and hold DISPL AY/RDS for more
than 2 seconds.
Note
The accuracy of the transmitted time depends •
on the RDS station that transmits the time
signal.
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7 Adjust sound
Adjust volume level
1 During play, press VOL +/- to increase/
decrease the volume level.
Select a preset sound effect
1 During play, press DSC repeatedly to
select:
[POP] (pop)•
[JAZZ] (jazz)•
[CLASSIC] (classic)•
[ROCK] (rock)•
Enhance bass
1 During play, press DBB to turn on or off
dynamic bass enhancement.
If DBB is activated, DBB is displayed. »
Mute sound
1 During play, press to mute/unmute
sound.
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8 Press SLEEP/TIMERtoconrm.
The timer is set and activated. »
Activate and deactivate the alarm
timer
1 In standby mode, press SLEEP/TIMER
repeatedly to activate or deactivate the
timer.
If the timer is activated, the display »
shows .
If the timer is deactivated, »
disappears on the display.
Note
If disc/USB device source is selected and the •
track cannot be played, tuner is activated
automatically.
Listen through headphone
1 Plug a headphone into the socket on
the unit.
8 Use more of
your Micro
System
Set the sleep timer
This unit can switch to standby automatically
after a preset period of time.
1 When the unit is turned on, press SLEEP/
TIMER repeatedly to select a set period
of time (in minutes).
When sleep timer is activated, the »
display shows .
To deactivate sleep timer
1 Press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly until “SLP
OFF” is displayed.
When sleep timer is deactivated, »
disappears on the display.
Set the alarm timer
This unit can be used as an alarm clock. The
DISC, TUNER or USB is activated to play at a
preset time.
1 Ensure that you have set the clock
correctly.
2 In standby mode, press and hold SLEEP/
TIMER for more than 2 seconds.
3 Press CD, TUNER or USB/MP3 LINK to
select a source.
4 Press SLEEP/TIMERtoconrm.
The hour digits are displayed and begin »
to blink.
5 Press VOL +/- to set the hour.
6 Press SLEEP/TIMERtoconrm.
The minute digits are displayed and »
begin to blink.
7 Press VOL +/- to set the minute.
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In the MW mode, press and hold for 3
seconds, the MW tunning grid frequency can
be switched to 9 kHz.
Speakers
Speaker Impedance 4 ohm
General information-Specs
AC Power 110 -127 V, 60 Hz; 220
- 240 V, 50 Hz
Operation Power
Consumption
45 W
Standby Power
Consumption
<4 W
Dimensions
- Main Unit
(W x H x D)
- Speaker Box
(W x H x D)
152 x232 x 222 mm
146 x 232 x 160 mm
Weight
- With Packing
- Main Unit
- Speaker Box
6.27 kg
2.94 kg
2.20 kg
Supported MP3 disc formats
ISO9660, Joliet•
Maximum title number: 512 (depending •
onlenamelength)
Maximum album number: 255•
Supported sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, •
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Supported Bit-rates: 32~256 (kbps), •
variable bit rates
9 Product
information
Note
Product information is subject to change •
without prior notice.
Specications
Amplier
Rated Output Power 2 X 15 W RMS
Frequency Response 60 - 16 kHz, ±3 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio >62 dB
Disc
Laser Type Semiconductor
Disc Diameter 12 cm/8 cm
Support Disc CD-DA, CD-R,
CD-RW, MP3-CD,
WMA-CD
Audio DAC 24 Bits / 44.1 kHz
Total Harmonic
Distortion
<1%
Frequency Response 60 Hz -16 kHz
S/N Ratio >62 dBA
Tuner
Tuning Range FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz;
MW: 530 - 1710 kHz
Tuning grid 50 kHz (FM); 10 kHz
(MW)
Total Harmonic
Distortion
<3%
Signal to Noise
Ratio
>50 dB
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Clean 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.
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.
USB playability information
Compatible USB devices:
USBashmemory(USB2.0orUSB1.1)•
USBashplayers(USB2.0orUSB1.1)•
memory cards (requires an additional •
card reader to work with this apparatus)
•
Supported formats:
USBormemoryleformatFAT12,•
FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512 bytes)
MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 Kbps and •
variable bit rate
WMA v9 or earlier•
Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 •
levels
Number of albums/ folders: maximum 99•
Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999•
ID3 tag v2.0 or later•
File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum •
length: 128 bytes)
Unsupported formats:
Empty albums: an empty album is an •
album that does not contain MP3/WMA
les,andisnotbeshowninthedisplay.
Unsupportedleformatsareskipped.For•
example, Word documents (.doc) or MP3
leswithextension.dlfareignoredand
not played.
AAC,WAV,PCMaudioles•
DRMprotectedWMAles(.wav,.m4a,•
.m4p, .mp4, .aac)
WMAlesinLosslessformat•
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.
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Remote control does not work
Before you press any function button, •
rstselectthecorrectsourcewiththe
remote control instead of the main unit.
Reduce the distance between the remote •
control and the unit.
Insert the battery with its polarities (+/– •
signs) aligned as indicated.
Replace the battery. •
Aim the remote control directly at the •
sensor on the front of the unit.
USB device not supported
The USB device is incompatible with the •
apparatus. Try another one.
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. •
Connect an outdoor FM antenna instead. •
Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly. •
Switch on the timer. •
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power •
plug has been disconnected.
Reset the clock/timer. •
10 Troubleshooting
Caution
Never remove the casing of this apparatus. •
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair
the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this
apparatus, check the following points before
requesting service. If the problem remains
unsolved, go to the Philips web site (www.
philips.com/support). When you contact Philips,
ensure that your apparatus is nearby and the
model number and serial number are available.
No power
Ensure that the AC power plug of the •
unit is connected properly.
Ensure that there is power at the AC •
outlet.
To save power, the system switches •
off automatically 15 minutes after track
play reaches the end and no control is
operated.
No sound or poor sound
Adjust the volume. •
Check that the speakers are connected •
correctly.
Check if the stripped speaker wires are •
clamped.
Left and right sound outputs reversed
Check the speaker connections and location.
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.
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