NAD Stereo System FWC555 User Manual

Mini Hi-Fi System  
FWC555  
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FM•AM  
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CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
DEMO  
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STOP/  
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PAUSE  
SOURCE  
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
3. Heed all warnings.  
12.  
Use only with the cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table specified  
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.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use this apparatus near  
water.  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning  
storms or when unused for long periods of  
time.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation  
openings. Install in accordance with  
the manufacturer´s instructions.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when the  
apparatus has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or plug is  
8. Do not install near any heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or  
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
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.  
9. Do not defeat the  
safety purpose of the  
15.Battery usage CAUTION To  
prevent battery leakage which may result in  
bodily injury or damage to the unit:  
polarized or  
grounding-type plug.  
AC Polarized  
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 are  
provided for your safety. If the provided plug  
does not fit into your outlet, consult an  
electrician for replacement of the obsolete  
outlet.  
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Install all batteries correctly, + and - as  
marked on the unit.  
Do not mix batteries (old and new or  
carbon and alkaline, etc.).  
Remove batteries when the unit is not used  
for a long time.  
10. Protect the power cord from being  
walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,  
convenience receptacles, and the point  
where they exit from the apparatus.  
EL 6475-E003: 01/6  
11.Only use attachments/accessories  
specified by the manufacturer.  
Class II equipment symbol  
This symbol indicates that the unit has  
a double insulation system  
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Index  
English ------------------------------------------------ 7  
Français -------------------------------------------- 31  
Español --------------------------------------------- 57  
Canada  
English:  
This digital apparatus does not exceed  
the Class B limits for radio noise  
emissions from digital apparatus as set  
out in the Radio Interference  
Regulations of the Canadian  
Department of Communications.  
Français:  
CAUTION  
Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas  
de bruits radioélectriques dépassant  
les limites applicables aux appareils  
numériques de Class B prescrites dans  
le Règlement sur le Brouillage  
Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère  
des Communications du Canada.  
Use of controls or adjustments or  
performance of procedures other  
than herein may result in hazardous  
radiation exposure or other unsafe  
operation.  
ATTENTION  
L'utilisation des commandes ou  
réglages ou le non-respect des  
procédures ci-incluses peuvent se  
traduire par une exposition  
dangereuse à l'irradiation.  
This warning label is located on the rearside  
and inside this laser product.  
INVISIBLE  
:
CAUTION  
LASER RADIATION  
WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.  
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATIONWHEN OPEN.  
:
DANGERAVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET  
VARO!  
ALTTIINANAKYMATTOMAALLE LASERSATEILYLLE. ALA  
KATSO SATEESEEN.  
ATENCIÓN  
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD.  
OCH SPARREN AR URKOPPLAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.  
VARNING!  
El uso de mando o ajustes o la  
ejecucción de métodos que no sean  
los aquí descritos puede ocasionar  
peligro de exposición a radiación.  
or  
DANGER- Invisible laser radiation when open.  
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
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Contents  
General Information  
External Sources  
Environmental Information ................................ 8  
Acknowledgement ............................................... 8  
Supplied Accessories ........................................... 8  
Safety Information ................................................ 8  
Listening to External Sources .......................... 21  
Tape Operation/Recording  
Tape Playback ............................................... 2223  
General Information on Recording ................ 23  
Preparation for Recording ............................... 24  
OneTouch Recording........................................ 24  
CD Synchro Recording ..................................... 24  
DubbingTapes ..................................................... 24  
Preparations  
Rear Connections ..........................................910  
Optional Connection ........................................ 10  
Inserting batteries into the remote  
control .................................................................. 10  
Clock/Timer  
Controls  
Controls on the system and remote  
control ........................................................... 1112  
View Clock .......................................................... 25  
Clock Setting ....................................................... 25  
Timer Setting................................................ 2526  
SleepTimer Setting ............................................ 26  
Basic Functions  
Specifications ........................................... 27  
Maintenance.............................................. 28  
Troubleshooting ............................. 2829  
Plug and Play ........................................................ 13  
Demonstration mode........................................ 13  
Switching the system on ................................... 14  
Switching the system to Standby mode ........ 14  
Switching the system to Eco Power  
Standby mode ..................................................... 14  
Power Saving Automatic Standby.................... 14  
Display mode....................................................... 14  
Volume Control .................................................. 14  
Sound Navigation ........................................ 1516  
CD Operation  
Discs for Playback .............................................. 17  
Loading Discs ...................................................... 17  
Disc Playback....................................................... 18  
Programming the disc tracks .................... 1819  
Repeat ................................................................... 19  
Shuffle.................................................................... 19  
Radio Reception  
Storing Preset Radio Stations ................... 2021  
Tuning to Preset Radio Stations ...................... 21  
Erasing a Preset Radio Station ........................ 21  
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General Information  
This system complies with the FCC rules,  
Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10.  
Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions:  
This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and  
This device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may  
cause undesired operation.  
Safety Information  
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Before operating the system, check that the  
operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or  
the voltage indication beside the voltage  
selector) of your system is identical with the  
voltage of your local power supply. If not, please  
consult your dealer.  
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Place the system on a flat, hard and stable  
surface.  
Place the system in a location with adequate  
ventilation to prevent internal heat build-up in  
your system. Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches)  
clearance from the rear and the top of the unit  
and 5 cm (2 inches) from each side.  
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).  
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Do not expose the system, batteries or discs to  
excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources  
caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.  
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 disc  
unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD  
player would not operate normally. Leave the  
power on for about one hour with no disc in the  
system until normal playback is possible.  
The mechanical parts of the set contain self-  
lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or  
lubricated.  
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.  
Acknowledgement  
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Energy Star  
As an ENERGY STAR  
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Partner, Philips has  
When the system is switched to Standby  
mode, it is still consuming some power.  
To disconnect the system from the  
power supply completely, remove the AC  
power plug from the wall socket.  
determined that this product  
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meets the ENERGY STAR  
guidelines for energy efficiency.  
Supplied accessories  
Remote control  
Batteries (two AA size) for remote control  
AM loop antenna  
FM wire antenna  
AC power cord  
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Preparations  
AM loop  
antenna  
FM wire antenna  
speaker  
(right)  
speaker  
(left)  
B
R
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AUX/  
CDR  
IN  
AM ANTENNA FM ANTENNA  
AC  
MAINS  
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SPEAKERS 6  
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AC power cord  
Rear Connections  
B Antennas Connection  
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM  
antenna to the respective terminals.Adjust the  
position of the antenna for optimal reception.  
The type plate is located at the rear of the  
system.  
A Power  
AM Antenna  
Before connecting the AC power cord to the  
wall outlet, ensure that all other connections  
have been made.  
WARNING!  
For optimal performance, use only the  
original power cable.  
Never make or change connections with  
the power switched on.  
AM AERIAL  
To avoid overheating of the system, a safety  
circuit has been built in. Therefore, your  
system may switch to Standby mode  
automatically under extreme conditions. If  
this happens, let the system cool down  
before reusing it (not available for all versions).  
Position the antenna as far as possible from aTV,  
VCR or other radiation source.  
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Preparations  
FM Antenna  
Optional Connection  
The optional equipment and connecting cords  
are not supplied. Refer to the operating  
instructions of the connected equipment for  
details.  
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Connecting other equipment to your  
system  
For better FM stereo reception, connect an  
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.  
outdoor FM antenna to the FM ANTENNA  
terminal.  
C Speakers Connection  
Note:  
If you are connecting equipment with a  
monaural output (a single audio out terminal),  
connect it to the AUX/CDR IN left terminal.  
Alternatively, you can use a single to doublecinch  
cable (still be mono sound).  
Front Speakers  
Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKERS  
(FRONT) terminals, right speaker to "R" and left  
speaker to "L", colored (marked) wire to "+"  
and black (unmarked) wire to "-".  
Inserting batteries into the  
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Remote Control  
1
Insert two batteries (Type R06 or AA) into the  
remote control with the correct polarity as  
indicated by the + and - symbols inside the  
battery compartment.  
Clip the stripped portion of the speaker wire as  
shown.  
Notes:  
For optimal sound performance, use the  
supplied speakers.  
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Do not connect more than one speaker to any  
one pair of +/- speaker terminals.  
Do not connect speakers with an impedance  
lower than the speakers supplied. Please refer to  
the SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual.  
CAUTION!  
Remove batteries if they are exhausted  
or not to be used for a long time.  
Do not use old and new or different  
types of batteries in combination.  
Batteries contain chemical substances, so  
dispose of them properly.  
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Controls (main systems illustration on page 3)  
^ TAPE DECK 2  
& TAPE DECK 1  
* SOURCE to select the following:  
CD / (CD 123)  
Controls on the system and  
remote control  
1 ECO POWER  
to select disc tray 1, 2 or 3.  
TUNER / (FMAM)  
to select waveband : FM or AM.  
TAPE / (TAPE 12)  
to select tape deck 1 or 2.  
AUX / (CDR/DVD)  
to select a connected external source :  
CDR/DVD or AUX (auxiliary) mode.  
to switch the system on or to Eco Power  
Standby mode.  
2 STANDBY ON y  
to switch the system on or to Standby mode.  
3 DISPLAY SCREEN  
to view the current status of the system.  
4 DISCTRAY  
5 DISC CHANGE  
( n  
to change disc(s).  
6 DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3 (CD DIRECT)  
to select a disc tray for playback.  
7 OPENCLOSE  
to open or close the disc tray.  
8 INTERACTIVEVU METER  
to connect headphones.  
) Mode Selection  
PLAY PAUSE ÉÅ  
for CD ................. to start or interrupt playback.  
forTAPE.............. to start playback.  
for PLUG & PLAY(on the system only) to  
initiate and start plug & play  
mode.  
to show theVU (volume unit) meter in music or  
volume mode depending on the display mode  
selected.  
SEARCHTUNING à  
á
9 VOLUME  
for CD ................. to search backward/forward.  
forTUNER ......... to tune to a lower or higher radio  
frequency.  
to increase or decrease the volume.  
0 Tape Deck Operation  
AUTO REPLAY  
forTAPE.............. to rewind or fast forward.  
for CLOCK ....... (on the system only) to set the  
hour.  
DEMO STOP/CLEAR Ç  
for CD ................. to stop playback or to clear a  
program.  
to select continuous playback in either AUTO  
PLAY or ONCE mode only.  
DUBBING  
to dub a tape.  
REC  
to start recording on tape deck 2.  
forTUNER ........ to stop programming.  
................................. (on the system only) to delete the  
preset radio station.  
! SOUND NAVIGATION  
to select the desired sound feature : DSC,VAC,  
or DBB.  
forTAPE.............. to stop playback or recording.  
................................. to reset tape counter number.  
for DEMO ......... (on the system only) to activate/  
deactivate the demonstration.  
for CLOCK ....... (on the system only) to exit clock  
setting or cancel timer.  
for PLUG & PLAY(on the system only) to exit  
plug & play mode.  
PREV / PRESET / NEXT í ë  
for CD ................. to skip to the beginning of the  
current, previous, or next track.  
@ JOG CONTROL  
to select the desired sound effect for the  
selected sound feature.  
DSC ..................DIGITAL, ROCK, POP, NEWAGE,  
CLASSIC or ELECTRIC.  
VAC ..................HALL, CONCERT, CINEMA,  
DISCO,ARCADE or CYBER.  
DBB ..................BEAT, PUNCH or BLAST.  
# INCREDIBLE SURROUND (IS)  
to activate or deactivate the surround sound  
effect.  
forTUNER ........ to select a preset radio station.  
for CLOCK ....... (on the system only) to set the  
minute.  
$ MAX SOUND (MAX ON/OFF)  
to activate or deactivate the optimal mix of  
various sound features.  
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¡ DISPLAY  
to select different screen display mode :  
NORMAL, MODE 1, MODE 2 or MODE 3.  
to open the tape deck door.  
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Controls  
PROG (PROGRAM)  
for CD ................. to program disc tracks.  
forTUNER ........ to program preset radio stations.  
for CLOCK ....... (on the system only) to select 12-  
or 24-hour clock mode.  
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£ CLOCKTIMER  
to view the clock, set the clock or set the timer.  
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MUTE  
CLOCK  
§ REPEAT  
SHUFFLE  
to interrupt or resume sound reproduction.  
to view the clock display.  
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to playback track(s)/disc(s)/program repeatedly.  
to playback all available discs and their tracks/  
program in random order.  
TIMER ON/OFF  
to activate or deactivate the timer.  
ª SLEEP  
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to activate, deactivate or set the sleep timer.  
º B  
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to switch the system to Standby mode.  
to switch the system to Eco Power Standby  
mode.  
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Notes for remote control:  
First, select the source you wish to  
control by pressing one of the source select  
keys on the remote control (CD 123 or  
TUNER, for example).  
Then select the desired function (É, í,  
ë, for example).  
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Basic Functions  
MINI HIFI SYSTEM  
FW-  
VOLUME  
STANDBY-ON  
ECO POWER  
INTERACTIVE VU METER  
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CLOCKAUTO  
DUBBING REC  
TIMER REPLAY  
DISPLAY  
PROG  
CD 123  
FMAM  
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R
X
T
MAX SOUND  
CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
DEMO  
PLAY•  
STOP/  
CLEAR  
PAUSE  
SOURCE  
A
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
TAPE 12  
CDR/DVD  
IMPORTANT!  
To exit without storing the Plug and Play  
Before you operate the system, complete  
the preparation procedures.  
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Press Çon the system.  
Notes:  
When the power is turned on, the disc tray may  
open and close to initialize the system.  
If you do not complete Plug and Play installation,  
Plug and Play will be reinitiated the next time you  
turn on the power.  
If no stereo frequency is detected during  
Plug and Play, "CHECK ANTENNA" will be  
displayed.  
Plug and Play  
Plug and Play allows you to store all available  
radio stations automatically.  
If Plug and Play has not been installed  
When you turn on the system, "AUTO  
INSTALL- PRESS PLAY" will be displayed.  
Press PLAYÉon the system to start  
installation.  
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2
During Plug and Play, if no button is pressed  
within 15 seconds, the system will exit Plug and  
Play mode automatically.  
"INSTALL" will be displayed and followed by  
"TUNER" and then "AUTO".  
PROG will start flashing.  
Demonstration mode  
The system has a demonstration mode that  
shows the various features offered by the system.  
The system will search for all radio stations  
on the FM band, 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  
memory for 40 preset radio stations is used.  
The last preset radio station will play when  
Plug and Play is completed.  
To activate the demonstration  
In Standby mode, press and hold DEMO  
STOPÇon the system until "DEMO ON" is  
displayed.  
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The demonstration will begin.  
To deactivate the demonstration  
Press and hold DEMO STOP Çon the system  
until "DEMO OFF" is displayed.  
To reinstall Plug and Play  
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2
In Standby or Demonstration mode, press and  
hold PLAYÉon the system until "AUTO  
INSTALL- PRESS PLAY" is displayed.  
Press PLAYÉagain to start installation.  
All previously stored radio stations will be  
replaced.  
The system will switch to Standby mode.  
Note:  
Even if you remove the AC power cord and  
reconnect it to the wall socket, the demonstration  
will remain off until you activate it again.  
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Basic Functions  
Switching the system on  
In Standby/Demonstration mode  
Press STANDBY ON.  
The system will switch to the last selected  
source.  
Power Saving Automatic Standby  
As a power-saving feature, the system will  
automatically switch to Standby mode if you do  
not press any buttons within 30 minutes after a  
disc or tape has stopped playing.  
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Press CD, TUNER, TAPE, AUX (or CD 123,  
TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX/CDR on the  
remote control).  
Display mode  
There are four different display modes for  
selection.  
The system will switch to the selected source.  
Press any one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY  
buttons.  
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Press DISPLAY repeatedly to select NORMAL,  
MODE 1, MODE 2, or MODE 3.  
The system will switch to CD mode.  
NORMAL ........All available LEDs will light up  
and the display screen will have  
full brightness. TheVU will be in  
music mode.  
MODE 1 ..........All available LEDs will light up  
and the display screen will have  
full brightness. TheVU will be in  
volume mode.  
In Eco Power Standby mode  
Press ECO POWER.  
The system will switch to the last selected  
source.  
Press CD 123, TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX/  
CDR on the remote control.  
The system will switch to the selected source.  
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MODE 2 ..........All available LEDs will light up  
and the display screen will be at  
half brightness. TheVU will be in  
music mode.  
Switching the system to Standby  
mode  
MODE 3 ..........The display screen will be at half  
brightness. TheVU and all LEDs  
will be off.  
In Demonstration mode  
Press and hold DEMO STOP Ç on the  
system.  
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G
In any other source mode (except Eco  
Power Standby mode)  
Press STANDBY ON (or B on the remote  
control).  
The clock will appear on the display when the  
system is in Standby mode.  
Volume Control  
Adjust VOLUME to increase (turn knob  
clockwise or pressVOLUME +) or decrease  
(turn knob counter-clockwise or press  
VOLUME -) the sound level.  
To listen through the headphones  
Connect the headphones plug to the n socket  
at the front of the system.  
Switching the system to Eco  
Power Standby mode (< 1Watt)  
Press ECO POWER (or press and hold B on  
the remote control).  
"ECO POWER" will be displayed, then the  
display screen will go blank.  
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The speakers will be muted.  
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To switch off the volume temporarily  
Press MUTE on the remote control.  
Playback will continue without sound and  
"MUTE" will be displayed.  
To restore the volume, press MUTE again or  
increase theVOLUME level.  
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The low power ECO POWER LED will be  
lighted.  
Note:  
If you have not deactivated the demonstration, it  
will resume five seconds after the system switches  
to Eco Power Standby or Standby mode.  
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Basic Functions  
VAC (Virtual Ambience Control)  
TheVAC feature enables you to adjust the  
system to select a type of environment.  
Sound Navigation  
For optimal sound listening, select only one  
of the following navigation sound controls  
at a time : MAX sound, DSC or VAC.  
1
2
Press VAC.  
VAC button lights up.  
Adjust the JOG  
CONTROL (or press  
VAC on the remote  
MAX Sound  
MAX sound provides the best mixture of  
various sound features (DSC,VAC, DBB for  
example).  
control repeatedly) to  
select the desiredVirtual  
Ambience Control effect : HALL, CONCERT,  
CINEMA, DISCO,ARCADE or CYBER.  
The selectedVAC will be highlighted.  
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Press MAX SOUND (or  
MAX ON/OFF on the  
remote control)  
MAX SOUND  
repeatedly to activate/  
deactivate the optimal sound.  
If activated,  
will appear on the display  
and the MAX SOUND button lights up.  
If deactivated,MAX OFFwill be displayed.  
Note:  
When you selectVAC, Incredible Surround will  
Note:  
switch on automatically.  
When MAX sound is selected, all other sound  
navigation will switch off automatically.  
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)  
There are three DBB settings to enhance the  
bass response.  
DSC (Digital Sound Control)  
The DSC feature enables you to adjust the  
system to suit your type of music.  
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2
Press DBB.  
DBB button lights up.  
Adjust the JOG  
CONTROL (or press  
DBB on the remote  
control repeatedly) to select  
the desired Dynamic Bass  
Boost level : BEAT,  
1
2
Press DSC.  
DSC button lights up  
Adjust the JOG  
CONTROL (or press  
DSC on the remote  
control repeatedly) to select  
the desired Digital Sound  
Control effect : DIGITAL, ROCK, POP, NEWAGE,  
CLASSIC or ELECTRIC.  
The selected DSC will be highlighted.  
PUNCH, BLAST or DBB OFF.  
If BEATis selected,  
the display.  
If PUNCHis selected,  
the display.  
If BLASTis selected,  
the display.  
will appear on  
will appear on  
will appear on  
If DBB OFFis selected, DBB will be  
deactivated.  
Note:  
For a neutral sound effect, select CLASSIC.  
Note:  
Some discs or tapes might be recorded in high  
modulation, which causes a distortion at high  
volume. If this occurs, deactivate DBB or reduce the  
volume.  
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Basic Functions  
Automatic DSC-DBB /VAC-DBB  
selection  
The best DBB setting is generated automatically  
for each DSC orVAC selection. You can  
manually select the DBB setting that best suits  
your listening environment.  
Incredible Surround  
The Incredible Surround magnifies the virtual  
distance between the front speakers for an  
incredibly wide, enveloping, stereo effect.  
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Press INCREDIBLE  
SURROUND (or IS on  
the remote control)  
repeatedly to activate/  
deactivate the surround  
sound effect.  
If activated,  
will appear on the display and the INCREDIBLE  
SURROUND button lights up.  
If deactivated,IS OFFwill be displayed.  
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CD Operation  
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DISC DIRECT PLAY  
DISC  
DISC  
CHANGE  
OPEN•  
CLOSE  
DISC  
1
2
DISC  
3
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CD  
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CD SYNCHRO RECORDING  
MINI HIFI SYSTEM  
FW-  
VOLUME  
STANDBY-ON  
ECO POWER  
INTERACTIVE VU METER  
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CLOCKAUTO  
DISPLAY  
PROG  
DUBBING REC  
TIMER REPLAY  
CD 123  
FMAM  
E
MAX SOUND  
CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
DEMO  
PLAY•  
STOP/  
CLEAR  
PAUSE  
SOURCE  
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
TAPE 12  
CDR/DVD  
IMPORTANT!  
Loading Discs  
Press CD to select CD mode.  
Press OPENCLOSE to open the disc tray.  
Load up to two discs on the individual disc trays.  
To load the third disc, press DISC CHANGE.  
The disc tray will rotate until the empty tray  
is ready for loading.  
This system is designed for regular discs.  
Therefore, do not use any accessories such  
as disc stabilizer rings or disc treatment  
sheets, etc., as offered on the market,  
because they may jam the changer  
mechanism.  
1
2
3
Do not load more than one disc into  
each tray.  
Discs for Playback  
This system can playback all digital audio CD,  
finalized digital audio CD-Recordable (CDR)  
discs and finalized digital audio CD-Rewritable  
(CDRW)discs.  
DISC CHANGE  
OE
DISC  
1
DISC  
2
DISC  
3
1
F
K  
E
R
IR  
E  
R
4
Press OPENCLOSE to close the disc tray.  
"READING" will be displayed. The selected  
disc tray, total number of tracks and the playing  
time will appear on the display.  
A lighted button indicates that a disc is loaded  
in the disc tray.  
Notes:  
Load the discs with the label side facing up.  
To ensure good system performance, wait until  
the disc tray completely reads the disc(s) before  
proceeding.  
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CD Operation  
To replace discs during playback  
Press DISC CHANGE.  
To change the inner disc, press DISC  
CHANGE again.  
Disc Playback  
1
2
To playback all discs on the disc tray  
Press PLAYÉ.  
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All the available discs will playback once, then  
stop.  
"DISC CHANGE" will be displayed and the  
disc will stop playing.  
During playback, the selected disc tray, track  
number and elapsed playing time of the current  
track will appear on the display.  
The disc tray will close to retrieve the inner  
disc, then reopen with the inner disc accessible.  
Programming the disc tracks  
Programming tracks is possible when playback is  
stopped. Up to 40 tracks can be stored in the  
memory in any order.  
To playback one disc only  
Press the DISC DIRECT PLAY button : DISC 1,  
DISC 2 or DISC 3.  
The selected disc will playback once, then  
stop.  
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1
2
3
4
Load the desired discs on the disc tray (refer to  
Loading Discs).  
Press PROG to start programming.  
PROG will start flashing.  
Press CD (CD 123) or DISC 1/2/3 button  
to select a disc.  
Press í or ë repeatedly to select the desired  
track.  
Press PROG to store the track.  
Repeat steps 35 to store other discs and  
tracks.  
Press PLAYÉto start program playback.  
"PLAY PROGRAM" will be displayed.  
To end programming without starting playback,  
press Ç once .  
To interrupt playback  
Press PAUSEÅ.  
To resume playback, press PLAYÉagain.  
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To stop playback  
Press Ç.  
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5
To search for a particular passage during  
playback  
Press and hold à or á and release it when  
the desired passage is located.  
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During searching, the volume will be reduced.  
The total number of tracks programmed and  
the total playing time will appear on the display.  
To select a desired track  
Press í or ë repeatedly until the desired  
track appears on the display.  
If playback is stopped, press PLAYÉto start  
playback.  
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Notes:  
If the total playing time is more than "99:59"  
or if one of the programmed tracks has a number  
greater than 30, then "--:--" will appear on the  
display instead of the total playing time.  
If you attempt to program more than 40 tracks,  
"PROGRAM FULL" will be displayed.  
Note:  
In Shuffle mode, pressingí will cause the  
player to skip only to the beginning of the current  
track.  
If you press any of the DISC DIRECT PLAY  
buttons, the system will playback the selected disc  
or track, and the stored program will be ignored  
temporarily.The PROG symbol also will disappear  
temporarily from the display. It will reappear when  
playback of the selected disc ends.  
To skip to the beginning of the current  
track during playback  
Press í once.  
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During programming, if no button is pressed  
within 20 seconds, the system will exit the Program  
mode automatically.  
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CD Operation  
To review the program  
Stop playback and press í or ë repeatedly.  
To exit review mode, press Ç.  
Shuffle  
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All the available discs and their tracks or all the  
programmed tracks can be played in random  
order.  
To erase the entire program  
Press Ç once when playback is stopped or  
twice during playback.  
"PROGRAM CLEARED" will be displayed.  
PROG will disappear from the display.  
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Press SHUFFLE on the remote control.  
"SHUFFLE" and SHUFF will appear on the  
display.  
The discs and the tracks will be played in  
random order until you press Ç.  
To resume normal playback, press SHUFFLE  
again.  
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Note:  
2
The program will be erased when the system is  
disconnected from the power supply or when the  
disc tray is opened.  
SHUFF  
will disappear from the display.  
When REPEAT is selected during  
shuffling  
Repeat  
The current track, a disc, all available discs or all  
programmed tracks can be played repeatedly.  
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In normal shuffled playback  
"TRACK" and "ALL DISC" repeat modes are  
available for selection.  
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Press REPEAT on the remote control  
repeatedly to select various repeat modes.  
In normal playback  
"TRACK" to repeat the current track.  
"DISC" to repeat the entire disc.  
"ALL DISC" to repeat all available discs.  
RPT  
and SHUFF  
will appear on the  
display.  
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In program shuffled playback  
"TRACK" or "PROGRAM" repeat modes are  
available for selection.  
RPT  
, SHUFF  
and PROG will appear on the  
RPT  
appears on the display.  
display.  
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In program playback  
"TRACK" to repeat the current  
programmed track.  
"PROGRAM" to repeat all programmed  
tracks.  
For Recording, please refer toTape  
Operation/Recording.  
RPT  
and PROG will appear on the display.  
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The selected track/disc(s)/program will now be  
played repeatedly until you press Ç.  
To resume normal playback, press REPEAT  
until the "OFF" mode is displayed.  
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RPT  
will disappear from the display.  
Note:  
Selecting SHUFFLE during repeat playback will  
cancel all repeat modes.  
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Radio Reception  
MINI HIFI SYSTEM  
FW-  
VOLUME  
STANDBY-ON  
ECO POWER  
INTERACTIVE VU METER  
G
CLOCKAUTO  
DUBBING REC  
TIMER REPLAY  
DISPLAY  
PROG  
CD 123  
FMAM  
E
MAX SOUND  
CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
DEMO  
PLAY•  
PAUSE  
STOP/  
CLEAR  
SOURCE  
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
TAPE 12  
CDR/DVD  
To stop storing the automatic preset  
Press PROG or Ç on the system.  
Storing Preset Radio Stations  
You can store up to 40 preset radio stations in  
the memory.  
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Note:  
If no preset number is selected, automatic preset  
will begin from preset (1) and all your former  
presets will be overridden.  
Automatic Preset Programming  
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Plug and Play setting (refer to Basic Functions -  
Plug and Play).  
OR  
Manual Preset Programming  
1
Press TUNER (FMAM) to selectTUNER  
mode.  
"TUNER" will be displayed. A few seconds  
later, the current radio frequency will be  
displayed.  
1
2
Press TUNER (FMAM) repeatedly to select  
the desired waveband : FM or AM.  
Press PROG.  
PROG will start flashing.  
The next available preset number will be  
displayed for selection.  
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.  
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Press and hold à or á until the frequency  
indication starts 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.  
Press PROG again to store the radio station.  
PROG will disappear from the display.  
Repeat steps 24 to store other preset radio  
stations.  
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2
Press and hold PROG until "AUTO" appears on  
the display.  
PROG will start flashing.  
The system will start 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  
memory for 40 preset radio stations is used.  
The last preset radio station will then be  
played when completed.  
Tuning to a weak radio station  
Press à or á briefly and repeatedly until the  
optimal reception is found.  
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To stop storing the manual preset  
Press Ç on the system.  
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Radio Reception  
Notes:  
Erasing a Preset Radio Station  
Press í or ë to select the preset radio station  
to be erased.  
Press and hold Çon the system untilPRESET  
DELETEDappears 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  
now decreased by one.  
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.  
1
2
Tuning to Preset Radio Stations  
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Once youve 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.  
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Repeat steps 12 to erase other preset radio  
stations.  
For Recording, please refer toTape  
Operation/Recording.  
External Sources  
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If the sound from the external source is  
STANDBY-ON  
distorted, select CDR/DVD mode for listening.  
Notes:  
ECO POWER  
You are advised not to listen to and record from  
the same source simultaneously.  
INTERACTIVE VU METER  
CLOCKAUTO  
DUBBING REC  
TIMER REPLAY  
DISPLAY  
PROG  
All the navigation sound control features (DSC  
orVAC, for example) are available for selection.  
Refer to the operating instructions for the  
connected equipment for details.  
CD 123  
FMAM  
E
CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
MAX SOUND  
DEMO  
STOP/  
CLEAR  
PLAY•  
PAUSE  
SOURCE  
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
TAPE 12  
CDR/DVD  
For Recording, please refer to Tape  
Listening to External Sources  
Operation/Recording.  
1
2
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.  
Press AUX (CDR/DVD) repeatedly to select  
CDR/DVD mode or normal AUX mode.  
"CDR/DVD" or "AUX" will be displayed.  
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Tape Operation/Recording  
MINI HIFI SYSTEM  
FW-  
VOLUME  
STANDBY-ON  
ECO POWER  
INTERACTIVE VU METER  
G
CLOCKAUTO  
DUBBING REC  
TIMER REPLAY  
DISPLAY  
PROG  
CD 123  
FMAM  
E
MAX SOUND  
CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
DEMO  
PLAY•  
PAUSE  
STOP/  
CLEAR  
SOURCE  
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
TAPE 12  
CDR/DVD  
TAPE 1  
TAPE 2  
IMPORTANT!  
Tape Playback  
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  
1
2
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Press çto open the tape deck door.  
Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door.  
Load the tape with the open side down and the  
full spool to the left.  
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).  
3
4
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Press TAPE (TAPE 12) repeatedly to select  
tape deck 1 or tape deck 2.  
The selected tape deck number is displayed.  
Press PLAYÉto start playback.  
To stop playback  
Press Ç.  
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Tape Operation/Recording  
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.  
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 theVolume,VAC,  
DSC and so forth.  
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.  
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G
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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.  
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ONCE ..............the tape will playback the  
selected side once and then stop.  
To prevent accidental recording, break out the  
tab on the left shoulder of the tape side you  
want to protect.  
To rewind or fast forward when playback  
is stopped  
1
2
Press à or á.  
Press Ç when the desired passage reached.  
To reset tape counter number  
When in stop mode, pressÇ.  
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T1 000or T2 000will be displayed.  
Notes:  
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If CHECK TAPEis displayed, the protection  
tab has been broken. Put a piece of clear  
adhesive tape over the opening.  
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.  
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Tape Operation/Recording  
IMPORTANT!  
CD Synchro Recording  
Recording is permissible if copyright or  
other rights of third parties are not  
infringed upon.  
1
Press CD 123 to select the disc.  
Press í or ë to select the desired track to  
start recording.  
You can program the tracks in the order you  
want them to be recorded (refer toCD  
Operation - Programming the disc tracks).  
Press REC to start recording.  
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Recording is possible only on tape deck 2.  
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Preparation for Recording  
2
1
2
Press TAPE (TAPE 12) to selectTAPE 2.  
Load a recordable tape into tape deck 2 with full  
spool to the left.  
The disc will start playback automatically.  
To select another track during recording  
Press PAUSEÅ to interrupt recording.  
Pressí or ë to select the desired track.  
Press PLAYÉ to resume recording.  
3
Prepare 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.  
1
2
3
To stop recording  
Press Ç.  
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Recording and disc playback will stop  
simultaneously.  
When recording is in progress  
starts flashing.  
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It is not possible to listen to another source  
except for dubbing tapes.  
It is not possible to activate the timer function.  
DubbingTapes  
1
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Load the prerecorded tape in tape deck 1.  
You can set the tape to the desired passage  
where recording will start.  
OneTouch Recording  
2
Press DUBBING.  
Playing and recording will start 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.  
1
Press CD, TUNER or AUX to select the  
source.  
Start playback of the selected source.  
Press REC to start recording.  
2
3
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To stop recording  
Press Çon the system.  
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Note:  
To stop dubbing  
Press Ç.  
OneTouch Recording is not possible inTAPE  
mode, "SELECT SOURCE" will be displayed.  
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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.  
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Clock/Timer  
MINI HIFI SYSTEM  
FW-  
VOLUME  
STANDBY-ON  
ECO POWER  
INTERACTIVE VU METER  
G
CLOCKAUTO  
DUBBING REC  
TIMER REPLAY  
DISPLAY  
PROG  
CD 123  
FMAM  
E
MAX SOUND  
CD  
TUNER  
AUX  
DEMO  
PLAY•  
PAUSE  
STOP/  
CLEAR  
SOURCE  
A
MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION  
CONTROL (DAC)  
TAPE  
MAX BASS PORT  
TAPE 12  
CDR/DVD  
IMPORTANT!  
To exit without storing the setting  
When in Eco Power Standby mode, it is  
not possible to operate clock or timer  
function.  
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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.  
View Clock  
The clock (if it is set) will be shown in Standby  
mode.  
To view the clock in any source mode  
(CD orTUNER, for example)  
Press CLOCKTIMER (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.  
Timer Setting  
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The system can switch on to CD,TUNER, or  
TAPE 2 mode automatically at a preset time,  
serving as an alarm to wake you up.  
IMPORTANT!  
Before setting the timer, ensure that the  
clock is set correctly.  
Clock Setting  
The clock can be set in either 12-hour or  
24-hour mode ("AM 12:00" or "00:00" for  
example)  
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.  
1
2
Press CLOCKTIMER twice.  
Press PROG on the system repeatedly to select  
clock mode.  
If 12-hour mode is selected, "AM 12:00" will  
start flashing.  
If 24-hour mode is selected, "00:00" will start  
flashing.  
Press à or á on the system repeatedly to set  
the hour.  
Press í or ë on the system repeatedly to set  
the minute.  
Press CLOCKTIMER again to store the  
setting.  
1
Press and hold CLOCKTIMER for more than  
two seconds to select timer mode.  
"AM 12:00" or "00:00" or the last timer  
setting will start flashing.  
3
4
5
TIMER  
will start flashing.  
The selected source will be lighted while  
other available sources are flashing.  
The clock will start working.  
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Clock/Timer  
2
Press CD, TUNER or TAPE to select the  
desired source.  
Make sure the music source has been prepared.  
CD Load the disc(s).To start 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.  
Press à or á on the system repeatedly to set  
the hour for the timer to start.  
Press í or ë on the system repeatedly to set  
the minute for the timer to start.  
Press CLOCKTIMER to store the start time.  
"TIMER ON" will be displayed and followed  
by the set timer "XX:XX" and then the selected  
source.  
SleepTimer Setting  
The sleep timer enables the system to switch to  
Standby mode automatically at a preset time.  
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1
2
Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedly  
to select a preset time.  
The selections are as follows (time in  
minutes):  
15304560OFF15…  
"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 button.  
3
4
5
SLEEP will appear on the display, except for  
"OFF" mode.  
The SleepTimer 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"  
TIMER  
will remain on the display.  
G
G
At the preset time, the selected source will play.  
To exit without storing the setting  
Press Çon the system.  
While SLEEP mode is activated  
To check the remaining length of time  
Press SLEEP once.  
Notes:  
G
G
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 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 SleepTimer  
Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed,  
or press the STANDBY ON button.  
To deactivate theTIMER  
G
G
G
Press TIMER ON/OFF on the remote control.  
The display will show "CANCEL" and TIMER  
will disappear from the display.  
To activate theTIMER  
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.  
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Specifications  
AMPLIFIER  
SPEAKERS  
Output power ....................................... 280W total power  
............... 2 x 140 W RMS(1) / 2 x 110 W FTC(1)  
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  
Front left/right  
System ................................................. 3 way, Bass reflex  
Impedance........................................................................ 6 Ω  
Woofer ................................................ 1 x 6.5" full range  
Tweeter.......................................................................... 1 x 2"  
PolydomeTweeter ................................................... 1 x 1"  
Dimensions (w x h x d) . 240 x 310 x 290 (mm)  
............................................. 9.45 x 12.20 x 11.42 (inch)  
Weight................. 3.95 kg each / 8.69 pounds each  
Headphones...................................... 32 1000 Ω  
(1) (6 , 60 Hz 12.5 kHz, 10%THD)  
GENERAL  
CD PLAYER  
Material/finish ................................... Polystyrene/Metal  
AC Power ................................................... 120V / 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 / 19.8 pounds  
Number of programmable tracks ......................... 40  
Frequency response .......................... 20 20000 Hz  
Signal-to-noise ratio....................................... 76 dBA  
Channel separation ..........................79 dB (1 kHz)  
Total harmonic distortion............ < 0.02% (1 kHz)  
TUNER  
FM wave range ................................... 87.5 108 MHz  
AM wave range .................................. 530 1700 kHz  
Number of presets ........................................................ 40  
Antenna  
FM............................................... 300 dipole wire  
AM........................................................ Loop antenna  
TAPE PLAYER  
Frequency response  
Normal tape (type I)...... 80 10000 Hz (8 dB)  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
Specifications and external appearance are  
subject to change without notice.  
Normal tape (type I)................................. 48 dBA  
Wow and flutter ......................................... 0.4% DIN  
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Maintenance  
Cleaning the Cabinet  
Cleaning the Heads and theTape Paths  
To ensure good recording and playback quality,  
clean the heads A, the capstan(s) B, and  
pressure roller(s) C after every 50 hours of  
tape operation.  
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild  
detergent solution. Do not use a solution  
containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.  
Cleaning Discs  
Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with  
cleaning fluid or alcohol.  
You also can clean the heads by playing a  
cleaning tape once.  
When a disc becomes dirty,  
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.  
C
B
A
B
C
Cleaning the disc lens  
After prolonged use, dirt 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.  
Demagnetizing the heads  
Use a demagnetizing tape available at your  
dealer.  
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 DISCis displayed.  
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, see Maintenance.  
DISC NOT FINALIZEDis displayed.  
Use a finalized CD-R(W) or CD-R.  
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Troubleshooting  
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 yourTV orVCR.  
TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING  
Recording or playback cannot be made.  
Clean deck parts, 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.  
GENERAL  
Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and  
switch on the system again.  
The system does not react when buttons  
are pressed.  
Remove and reconnect the AC power plug and  
switch on the system again.  
Sound cannot be heard or is of poor  
quality.  
Adjust the volume.  
Disconnect the headphones.  
Check that the speakers are connected correctly.  
Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped.  
The left and right sound outputs are  
reversed.  
Check the speaker connections and location.  
The remote control does not function  
properly.  
Select the source (CD orTUNER, for example)  
before pressing the function button (É,í,ë).  
Reduce the distance between the remote control  
and the system.  
Insert the batteries with their polarities  
(+/signs) aligned as indicated.  
Replace the batteries.  
Point the remote control in the direction of the  
systems IR sensor.  
The timer is not working.  
Set the clock correctly.  
PressTIMER ON/OFF to switch on the timer.  
If recording is in progress, stop recording.  
Not all lighted buttons are showing light.  
The Clock/Timer setting is erased.  
Press DISPLAY to select NORMAL or MODE 1  
display mode.  
Power has been interrupted or the power cord  
has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.  
The system displays features  
Press and hold DEMO STOP Çon the system  
automatically and buttons start flashing.  
to switch off the demonstration.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
AUDIO SYSTEM  
OneYear Free Labor  
OneYear Free Service on Parts  
This product must be carried in for repair.  
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.  
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...  
Please check your owners manual before requesting service.  
Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a service  
call.  
WHAT IS COVERED?  
TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U.S.A.,  
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.  
PUERTO RICO OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...  
Take the product to a Philips factory service center (see enclosed  
list) or authorized service center for repair.When the product has  
been repaired, you must pick up the unit at the center. Centers may  
keep defective parts.  
(In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied warranties,  
including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a  
particular purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this  
express warranty. But, because some states do not allow limitations  
on how long an implied warranty may last, this limitation may not  
apply to you.)  
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.  
TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA...  
Please contact Philips at:  
product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse,  
accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the  
control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company.  
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)  
1-800-363 7278 (English Speaking)  
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.  
(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.)  
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.)  
REMEMBER...  
Please record the model and serial numbers found on the product  
below.Also, please fill out and mail your warranty registration card  
promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary.  
a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes.  
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).  
MODEL # ________________________________________  
SERIAL # ________________________________________  
MAKE SUREYOU KEEP...  
Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of  
purchase.Attach it to this owners manual and keep both nearby.Also  
keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return  
your product.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.  
Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 2976, Longview,Texas 75606, USA, (903) 242-4800  
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PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY  
A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation, Knoxville,  
Tennessee 37914-1810, USA  
FW-C555  
CLASS 1  
LASER PRODUCT  
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