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General| Brand | Philips |
|---|---|
| Model | DCC 170 |
| Digital Output | Yes |
| Analog Output | Yes |
| Power Supply | 6V DC |
| Type | Portable Cassette Player |
| Playback Formats | DCC, Compact Cassette |
| Power Source | AC Adapter/Battery |
| Battery Type | 4 x AA |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Dynamic Range | 90 dB |
Describes the various buttons and indicators on the front and top of the DCC player, including COUNTER, TIME, TEXT, and operational buttons.
Details the functions of the buttons and switches located on the left side of the DCC player, such as REV. MODE and DOLBY NR.
Explains the purpose of the controls found on the right side of the DCC player, including HOLD, MIC/LINE, and REC MODE.
Covers the connections and ports located on the back of the DCC player, such as DC IN 6V and DIGITAL OUT.
Explains the meaning of the various indicator lights displayed on the DCC player, such as TRACK NO., AUTO, and WRITE.
Details the operation and buttons of the supplied remote control for easy access to functions like STOP/OFF and PLAY/SIDE.
Information on using the AC power adapter for the DCC player and its different versions for various regions.
Instructions for recharging and using the rechargeable battery for portable operation, including charging time and capacity.
Details how to connect audio sources like digital, coaxial, or analog signals to the DCC player's input sockets.
Explains how to connect the DCC player to audio systems using digital or analog outputs like LINE OUT.
Instructions for turning the DCC player on and off, including automatic shut-off features and memory retention.
Step-by-step guide on how to insert DCC or conventional analog cassettes into the player's compartment.
How to prevent accidental erasure of recordings by using the cassette's write-protect tab.
Step-by-step guide for playing back DCC cassettes, including volume and bass adjustments and track information display.
Instructions for playing conventional analog cassettes, including Dolby NR selection and tape counter display.
Explains the beep tone patterns used by the DCC player to indicate operations like recording, playback, and stopping.
How to search for specific tracks using the forward and backward buttons, including title search for prerecorded DCCs.
Instructions for searching for a specific passage or section on the tape using forward and backward winding.
How to change the tape playback direction for DCC and analog cassettes using the PLAY/SIDE button.
How to view track titles, album titles, and artist names from prerecorded DCC cassettes using the TEXT button.
How to switch between absolute time, track time, and remaining time displays using the TIME button.
How to use and reset the tape counter for tracking tape position and its behavior on side B.
Pre-recording checks for REV MODE, MIC/LINE, and REC MODE settings to ensure optimal recording quality.
Guide to setting the optimal recording level for analog inputs using the REC LEVEL knob and REC MODE.
Step-by-step process to insert a cassette, rewind, and begin recording using the REC PAUSE and PLAY/SIDE buttons.
How to record at precise points on a tape, including continuous recording after a location and overwriting methods.
Explains common error and status messages shown on the DCC player's display, such as 'Check Input' or 'Rec Protected'.
Describes START, REVERSE, NEXT, END, and SKIP markers and their operational roles in track navigation and recording.
How the DCC player automatically records start markers from CD/DCC sources based on track changes or silent passages.
Instructions for manually adding start markers using the MKR WRITE key at desired positions on the tape.
How the DCC player automatically records reverse markers to signal the end of a side and initiate side B recording.
Steps to manually write a reverse marker to change tape sides, allowing continuous recording on side B.
How to record markers to advance to the next side or the end of tape, facilitating automatic side changes.
Precautions for overwriting side B after recording markers on side A, ensuring correct track and time information.
Lists common problems with DCC and analog cassettes, such as no recharging or distorted sound, and provides solutions.
Explains specific messages shown on the DCC player's display during operation or errors, like 'No Text Info'.
Guidelines for care, cleaning, and avoiding damage to the DCC player, including environmental conditions and cleaning agents.
Recommendations for cleaning DCC heads and advice on using special cleaning cassettes for optimal sound quality.
Advice on safe headphone use to protect hearing and maintain traffic awareness, plus carrying case usage.
Compliance statement regarding European Community radio interference regulations for the DCC player.
Details digital signal format, sampling frequencies, coding format, and audio performance specifications.
Lists types and specifications of player's input and output terminals, including digital, analog, and headphone jacks.
Covers power requirements, battery life, charging time, and mechanism details like head and motor specifications.
Provides physical dimensions, weight of the player, and a list of compatible accessories with model numbers.
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