Philips MCM169/96 User manual

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8 USB record 17
Auto record from CD to USB 17
9 Other features 18
Set the alarm timer 18
Set the sleep timer 18
Listen to an external device 18
Delete files in the USB device 18
10 Product information 19
Specifications 19
USB playability information 20
Maintenance 20
11 Troubleshooting 21
Contents
1 Important 4
Safety 4
Notice 5
2 Your product 6
Introduction 6
What’s in the box 6
Overview of the main unit 7
Overview of the remote control 8
3 Get started 10
Connect speakers 10
Connect power 10
Prepare the remote control 11
Auto install radio stations 11
Set clock 11
Turn on 12
4 Play 13
Play disc 13
Play from USB 13
5 Play options 14
Repeat and random play 14
Program tracks 14
Display play information 14
6 Adjust sound 15
Adjust volume level 15
Select a preset sound effect 15
Enhance bass 15
Mute sound 15
7 Listen to radio 16
Tune to a radio station 16
Program radio stations automatically 16
Program radio stations manually 16
Select a preset radio station 16
Change MW tuning grid 16
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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.
n 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 carbon and alkaline, etc.).
Remove batteries when the unit is•
not used for a long time.
o Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
p Do not place any sources of danger on
the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects,
lighted candles).
q 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.
r Where the MAINS plug or an appliance
coupler is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
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,•
naked flames or heat.
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.
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 amplifiers)
that produce heat.
i Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
j Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
k 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.
l Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
m 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
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This apparatus includes this label:
Notice
Any changes or modifications made to this
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, files,
broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an
infringement of copyrights and constitute a
criminal offence. This equipment should not
be used for such purposes.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
We have tried to make the packaging easy to
separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene
(bags, protective foam sheet.)
Your system consists of materials which can be
recycled and reused if disassembled by a
specialized company. Please observe the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging
materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment.
Windows Media and the
Windows logo are trademarks,
or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
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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•
AC power cable•
Quick start guide•
User manual•
2 Your product
Congratulations on your purchase, and
welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the
support that Philips offers, register your product
at www.philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this unit, you can enjoy audio discs, USB
devices, external devices, or radio stations.
The unit offers you multiple sound effect
settings that enrich sound with Digital Sound
Control (DSC) and Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB).
The unit supports the following media formats:
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Overview of the main unit
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n SOURCE
Select a source.•
o Display panel
Show current status.•
Overview of the remote
control
a POWER
Turn on the unit, switch to standby•
mode, or switch to Eco Power
standby.
b MODE
Select repeat play or random play.•
a PULL TO OPEN
Open or close the disc•
compartment.
b STANDBY-ON
Turn on the unit, or switch to•
standby mode, or switch to Eco
Power Standby.
c USB RECORD
Record from a disc to a USB device.•
d USB DEL
Delete audio files stored on a USB•
device.
e
Start or pause play.•
f PRESET/ALBUM+/-
Select a preset radio station.•
Skip to the previous/next album.•
Adjust time.•
Select 12 hour or 24 hour format.•
g /
Skip to the previous/next track.•
Search within a track/ disc/USB.•
Tune to a radio station.•
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Jack for a USB device.•
i VOLUME
Adjust volume.•
j MP3 LINK
Audio input jack (3.5mm ) for an•
external audio device.
k
Stop play or erase a program.•
l CLOCK
Set the clock.•
View the clock.•
During play, select display•
information.
m PROG
Program tracks.•
Program radio stations.•
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r TIMER
Set an alarm timer.•
s SLEEP
Set the sleep timer.•
t Source selection keys
Select a source.•
c TIMER ON/OFF
Turn on or off alarm timer.•
d USB RECORD
Record from a disc to a USB device.•
e /
Search within a track/ disc/USB.•
Tune to a radio station.•
f /
Skip to the previous/next track.•
g
Start or pause play.•
h DSC
Select a preset sound setting.•
i ALB/PRESET+/-
Skip to the previous/next album.•
Select a preset radio station.•
Adjust time.•
Select 12 hour or 24 hour format.•
j MUTE
Mute volume.•
k PROG
Program tracks.•
Program radio stations.•
l CLOCK/DISPLAY
Set the clock.•
View the clock.•
During play, select display•
information.
m Numeric keypad
Select a track from a disc directly.•
n VOL +/-
Adjust volume.•
o
Stop play or erase a program.•
p DBB
Turn on or off dynamic bass•
enhancement.
q USB DELETE
Delete audio files stored on a USB•
device.
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1 Hold down the socket flap.
2 Insert the stripped part of the wire
completely.
Insert the right speaker wires to•
“RIGHT”, left speaker wires to
“LEFT”.
Insert the red wires to “• +”, black
wires to “-”.
Release the socket flap.•
Connect power
Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the•
power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage set on the voltage selector on the back
of the unit.
Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure•
you have completed all other connections.
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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 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
For optimal sound, use the supplied speakers•
only.
Connect only speakers with impedance that is•
the same or higher than the supplied speakers.
Refer to the Specifications section of this
manual.
Note
Ensure that the colors of the speaker wires•
and terminals are matched.
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Auto install radio stations
When you connect power and no radio
stations are stored, the unit automatically begins
to store radio stations.
1 Connect the unit to the power supply.
[AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY] (auto»
install - press the PLAY button) is
displayed.
2 Press on the main unit to start
installation.
[AUTO] (auto) is displayed.»
The unit automatically stores radio»
stations with sufficient signal strength.
When all the available radio stations»
are stored, the first preset radio station
is broadcast automatically.
Set clock
1 In the standby mode, press CLOCK/
DISPLAY to activate the clock setting
mode.
The 12 hour or 24 hour format is»
displayed.
2 Press ALB/PRESET+/- repeatedly to
select 12 hour or 24 hour format.
3 Press CLOCK/DISPLAY to confirm.
The hour digits are displayed and begin»
to blink.
4 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to set the hour.
5 Press CLOCK/DISPLAY to confirm.
The minute digits are displayed and»
begin to blink.
6 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to set the minute.
7 Press CLOCK/DISPLAY to confirm.
Tip
To view the clock during play, press• CLOCK/
DISPLAY repeatedly until the clock is
displayed.
Note
The type plate is located on the back of the•
main unit.
1 If your power supply voltage is 110V-
127V, adjust the voltage selector to 110V-
127V.
2 Connect the AC power cable to:
the main unit.•
the wall socket.•
Prepare the remote control
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from•
heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries
in fire.
To replace the remote control battery:
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert 2 AAA batteries with correct
polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
Note
If you are not going to use the remote control•
for a long time, remove the batteries.
Do not use old and new or different types of•
batteries in combination.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they•
should be disposed of properly.
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Turn on
1 Press POWER.
The unit switches to the last selected»
source.
Switch to standby
1 Press POWER to switch the unit to
standby mode.
The clock (if set) appears on the»
display panel.
To switch the unit to Eco Power Standby
mode:
1 Press and hold POWER for more than 2
seconds.
The backlight on the display panel»
turns off.
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1 Plug the USB device into the the
socket of this unit.
2 Press USB to select the USB source.
3 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to select a folder.
4 Press / to select an audio file.
5 If the USB device doesn’t play, press .
To pause/resume play, press• .
To stop play, press• .
To search within an audio file, press•
and hold / , then release to
resume normal play.
4 Play
Play disc
1 Press DISC to select the disc source.
2 Lift the disc compartment door on the
top panel to open the disc compartment.
3 Insert a disc with the printed side facing
up, then close the disc compartment.
4 If the disc doesn’t play, press .
To pause/resume play, press• .
To stop play, press• .
To select another track, press• / ,
or press a numeric button.
To select an album, press• ALB/
PRESET+/-.
To search within a track, press and•
hold / , then release to resume
normal play.
Play from USB
Note
• Ensure that the USB device contains playable
audio contents for supported formats. (see
‘USB playability information’ on page 20)
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Display play information
1 During play, press CLOCK/DISPLAY
repeatedly to select different play
information.
5 Play options
Repeat and random play
1 Press MODE repeatedly to select:
[REP] (repeat): the current track is•
played repeatedly.
[REP ALL] (repeat all): all tracks are•
played repeatedly.
[SHUF] (shuffle): all tracks are played•
randomly.
2 To return to normal play, press MODE
repeatedly until play mode is no longer
displayed.
Tip
Shuffle play cannot be selected when you play•
programmed tracks.
Program tracks
You can program a maximum of 40 tracks.
1 At CD/USB mode, in the stop position,
press PROG to activate the program
mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the»
display.
2 For MP3/WMA tracks, press ALB/
PRESET+/- to select an album.
3 Press / to select a track number, then
press PROG to confirm.
4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 to select and store all
tracks to program.
5 Press to play the programmed tracks.
During play, [PROG] (program) is»
displayed.
To erase the program, in the stop•
position, press .
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6 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 or or off
dynamic bass enhancement.
If DBB is activated, DBB is displayed.»
Mute sound
1 During play, press MUTE to mute/unmute
sound.
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2 Press PROG to activate program mode.
[PROG] (program) blinks on the»
display.
3 Press ALB/PRESET+/- to allocate a
number to this radio station, then press
PROG to confirm.
4 Repeat the above steps to program other
stations.
Tip
To overwrite a programmed station, store•
another station in its place.
Select a preset radio station
1 In tuner mode, press ALB/PRESET+/- to
select a preset number.
Tip
Position the antenna as far as possible from•
TV, VCR or other radiation source.
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust•
the position of the antenna.
Change MW tuning grid
In some countries, the MW radio frequency
step between adjacent channels is 10 kHz (9
kHz in some areas).
1 Select the MW radio source.
2 Press and hold on the main unit for
more than 5 seconds.
The frequency step is changed to 9»
kHz or 10 kHz.
All preset stations are erased and need»
to be re-programmed.
7 Listen to radio
Tune to a radio station
1 Press TUN repeatedly to select FM or
MW.
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• /
repeatedly until you find optimal
reception.
Program radio stations
automatically
You can program a maximum of 40 (FM +
MW) preset radio stations.
1 In the 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.
The first programmed radio station is»
broadcast automatically.
Program radio stations
manually
You can program a maximum of 40 (FM +
MW) preset radio stations.
1 Tune to a radio station.
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8 USB record
You can record the audio files on a disc into a
USB device. Audio CD tracks and MP3 files are
recorded in .mp3 format, and WMA files are
recorded in .wma format.
The first time you record to USB, a folder
called ‘PHILIPS’ is automatically created in the
USB device. Each time you record to USB, the
recorded files are stored in a sub-folder in the
‘PHILIPS’ folder. Files and sub-folders are named
numerically in the order in which they are
created.
Auto record from CD to
USB
1 Press DISC to select the disc source.
2 Load a disc.
To select a track from which a•
recording starts, press the numeric
buttons.
3 Plug the USB device into the socket of
this unt.
4 Press USB RECORD repeatedly to select:
[RECORD ONE] (record one): the•
first/current track is recorded.
[RECORD ALL] (record all): all•
tracks/the remaining tracks are
recorded.
Disc play starts automatically from the»
beginning of the disc/the selected track,
and the recording starts.
To stop recording, press• .
Note
If the USB device does not have enough•
memory to store the CD track, a message
about full memory is displayed.
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Set the sleep timer
This unit can switch to standby automatically
after a set period of time.
1 When the unit is turned on, press SLEEP
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 repeatedly until “0” is
displayed.
When sleep timer is deactivated,»
disappears on the display.
Listen to an external device
You can also listen to an external audio device
through this unit.
1 Press MP3 LINK to select the MP3 link
source.
2 Connect the supplied MP3 link cable to:
the• MP3 LINK jack (3.5mm) on the
unit.
the headphone jack on an external•
device.
3 Start to play the device (refer to the
device’s user manual).
Delete files in the USB device
1 During USB play, press / to select a
track.
2 Press USB DELETE.
A confirmation message is displayed.»
3 When the above confirmation message
is displayed, press USB DELETE again to
confirm.
To cancel, press• .
After you delete the file, the USB play»
stops.
9 Other features
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 Press and hold TIMER.
3 Press DISC, TUN or USB to select a
source.
4 Press TIMER to confirm.
The hour digits are displayed and begin»
to blink.
5 Press / to set the hour.
6 Press TIMER to confirm.
The minute digits are displayed and»
begin to blink.
7 Press / to set the minute.
8 Press TIMER to confirm.
The timer is set and activated.»
Activate and deactivate the alarm
timer
1 Press TIMER ON/OFF 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
In MP3 link mode, the alarm timer cannot be•
set.
If disc source is selected and the track cannot•
be played, tuner is activated automatically.
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Tuner
Tuning range FM: 87.5 - 108MHz;
MW: 531 - 1602kHz (9KHz);
530 - 1700KHz (10KHz)
Tuning grid 50KHz (FM);
9KHz/10KHz (MW)
Number of
presets
40 (FM + MW)
MW loop antenna
Speakers
Speaker
Impedance
8ohm
Speaker Driver 3.5”woofer+0.8” tweeter
Sensitivity >82dB/m/W
General information
AC power 110 - 240V, 50/60Hz
Operation Power
Consumption
20W
Standby Power
Consumption
<4W
Eco Standby Power
Consumption
<2W
USB Direct Version 2.0/1.1
Dimensions
- Main Unit
(W x H x D)
- Speaker Box
(W x H x D)
147 x231 x 209mm
134 x 233 x 153mm
Weight
- With Packing
- Main Unit
- Speaker Box
4.75 kg
1.95 kg
2 x 1.2 kg
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information
Note
Product information is subject to change•
without prior notice.
Specifications
Amplifier
Rated Output Power 2X5W RMS
Frequency Response 60 - 16kHz, ±3dB
Signal to Noise Ratio >65dB
Aux Input 0.5 V RMS 20kohm
Disc
Laser Type Semiconductor
Disc Diameter 12cm/8cm
Support Disc CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW,
MP3-CD, WMA-CD
Audio DAC 24Bits / 44.1kHz
Total Harmonic
Distortion
<1%
Frequency
Response
60Hz -16kHz (44.1kHz)
S/N Ratio >65dBA
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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.
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:
USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)•
USB flash players (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)•
memory cards (requires an additional•
card reader to work with this unit)
Supported formats:
USB or memory file format FAT12,•
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
files, and is not be shown in the display.
Unsupported file formats are skipped.•
For example, Word documents (.doc) or
MP3 files with extension .dlf are ignored
and not played.
AAC, WAV, PCM audio files•
DRM protected WMA files (.wav, .m4a,•
.m4p, .mp4, .aac)
WMA files in Lossless format•
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Insert the batteries with their polarities•
(+/– signs) aligned as indicated.
Replace the batteries.•
Aim the remote control directly at the•
sensor on the front of the main unit.
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.•
Use a finalized CD or correct format disc.•
Cannot display some files in USB device
The number of folders or files in the USB•
device has exceeded a certain limit. This
phenomenon is not a malfunction.
The formats of these files are not•
supported.
USB device not supported
The USB device is incompatible with the•
unit. Try another one.
Poor radio reception
Increase the distance between the unit•
and your TV or VCR.
Fully extend and adjust the FM antenna.•
Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly.•
Switch on the timer.•
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power•
cord has been disconnected.
Reset the clock/timer.•
11 Troubleshooting
Warning
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/welcome.When you contact Philips,
ensure that the 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 unit switches to•
standby automatically 15 minutes after
a play reaches the end and no control is
operated.
No sound or poor sound
Adjust the volume.•
Disconnect the headphones.•
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 unit again.
Remote control does not work
Before you press any function button,•
first select the correct source with the
remote control instead of the main unit.
Reduce the distance between the remote•
control and the unit.
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