Philips CDR 785 User Manual

Explains safety symbols like 'lightning' and 'exclamation point' for user awareness.

Provides fields for serial numbers and general warnings for user reference.

Details compliance with Canadian Radio Interference Regulations for digital apparatus.

Provides technical specifications for the semiconductor laser, including wavelength and output power.

Explains FCC compliance, interference causes, and user solutions for radio/TV reception issues.

Emphasizes using shielded cables for system components to reduce interference.

Defines warranty coverage and proof of purchase requirements.

Details warranty coverage for parts, labor, and duration.

Lists specific items and conditions not covered by the warranty.

Explains where warranty service is available globally and locally.

Guides users on preparing for and obtaining warranty service in different regions.

Welcomes the user and introduces the Philips CD Recorder/Changer.

Explains symbols and conventions used in the manual for clarity.

Lists all accessories supplied with the CD recorder/changer.

Provides detailed technical specifications for the audio and general functions.

Provides information on environmentally friendly packaging and recycling options.

Details types of audio discs (CDR, CDRW) suitable for recording.

Lists types of audio discs (pre-recorded, CDR, CDRW) compatible with the unit.

Provides instructions for cleaning the set and protecting discs from environmental factors.

Offers advice on handling CDRW discs, including cleaning and writing.

Identifies and explains the function of front panel controls for general and CD changer/recorder operations.

Details controls specific to the CD changer function.

Details controls specific to the CD recorder function.

Describes all rear panel connections for power, analog, and digital inputs/outputs.

Explains the indicators and symbols for the CD changer display.

Explains the indicators and symbols for the CD recorder display.

Lists and explains general messages that may appear on the display.

Lists and explains messages related to recording operations.

Lists and explains messages related to playback operations.

Explains various messages like AUTO FINAL, NO AUDIO TR, FINALISE CD, etc.

Explains messages related to text editing functions like ALBUM ARTIST and TEXT ERASE.

Describes general connection principles for playback and external recording.

Details analog connection methods for playback and recording using supplied cords.

Explains how to make digital coaxial connections for recording from external sources.

Explains how to make digital optical connections for recording from external sources.

Details how to connect the power supply and switch the unit on/off.

Provides instructions on how to insert batteries into the remote control.

Offers advice on optimal placement and ventilation for the set.

Lists and explains the functions of various remote control buttons.

Explains how to insert discs into the CD recorder tray.

Describes display messages during disc insertion and calibration processes.

Details how to load discs into the CD changer trays.

Explains how to start playback of CDs in the recorder or changer.

Describes how to change discs while playback is ongoing.

Explains how to view album and track title information encoded on CDs.

Guides users on how to select specific tracks during playback or when stopped.

Explains how to select different discs for playback during play or when stopped.

Explains how to search for specific passages within a track.

Describes how to enable random playback of tracks or discs.

Explains how to set repeat modes for tracks, discs, or programs.

Details how to select and store track numbers for programming playback or recording.

Guides on removing individual tracks from a programmed sequence.

Explains how to delete an entire programmed sequence.

Instructs on creating a program specifically for recording purposes.

Provides an overview of recording types, disc finalization, and copy protection.

Explains the Direct Line Recording technique for high-quality bit-for-bit recording.

Details how Auto Level Control maintains consistent volume levels during recording.

Explains how to use the Balance key to set record balance for analog and digital recordings.

Explains how to adjust the reference record level for fading recordings in or out.

Lists and describes various recording modes for internal CD changer sources.

Provides important notes and warnings regarding recording quality and disc finalization.

Details the process for fast recording and automatic disc finalization.

Explains how to record and finalize a programmed sequence at high speed.

Guides on high-speed recording of discs, tracks, programs, or track edits.

Explains how to record at normal speed while listening to the source.

Details how to record using a microphone, mixing it with other sources.

Compares analog and digital recording from external sources for sound quality.

Lists and explains various recording modes for external sources (AUX CD, TRACK, MANUAL, MIX MIC, MIC ONLY).

Explains how to automatically increment track numbers during recording.

Details how to start recording automatically when the source signal begins.

Guides on manually starting and controlling recording from external sources.

Explains how to manually record using a microphone, possibly mixed with other sources.

Explains the procedure for finalizing CDR and CDRW discs for playback.

Describes automatic disc finalization during certain recording modes.

Details how to manually finalize a disc while recording is ongoing.

Guides on manually finalizing a disc when the recorder is in stop mode.

Explains how to unfinalize a CDRW disc to allow further recording or erasing.

Details methods for erasing entire CDRW discs or individual tracks.

Guides on erasing all content from a CDRW disc.

Explains how to erase selected tracks from a CDRW disc in sequence.

Allows naming discs and tracks using the TEXT EDIT feature.

Details how to enter and store text information when the unit is stopped.

Explains how to store text information while a recording is in progress.

Describes how text entered for one track can be automatically copied to the next.

Guides on inserting spaces into text entries for naming.

Explains how to delete or substitute characters within text entries.

Details how to erase text entries for discs, album titles, or individual tracks.

Explains how to manage text memory when it becomes full, by erasing discs.

Allows creating custom "tracks" by marking passages within existing tracks.

Guides on how to clear previously set track edit markers.

Warns against self-repair and potential electric shock hazards.

Provides common problems and their corresponding solutions for the unit.

Emphasizes laser safety and the need for qualified service personnel.