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Philips DCC 300 - User Manual

Philips DCC 300
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Philips DCC 300 Specifications

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BrandPhilips
ModelDCC 300
Tape TypeDigital Compact Cassette (DCC)
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Digital Recording FormatPASC (Precision Adaptive Sub-band Coding)
OutputLine out, headphone out
Wow and FlutterBelow measurable limits
Analog Playback CompatibilityCompact Cassette (Type I, Type II, Type IV)

Summary

Introduction and Safety Precautions

Fitting a Mains Plug (UK)

Instructions for fitting a 13 Amp mains plug and changing its fuse.

Connecting the Plug Wires

Guide to connecting wires to the correct terminals in a plug.

Copyright and Usage Notes

Notes on copyright and consent for recording.

Installation and Connections

Rear Panel Connections

Details of the MAINS, VOLTAGE SELECTOR, ANALOG, and DIGITAL input/output sockets.

Installation Guidelines and Warnings

Advice on unit placement, ventilation, and acclimatization.

Connecting External Components

Instructions for connecting audio sources and outputs.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Power and Cassette Compartment Controls

Controls for powering the unit and accessing the cassette tray.

Playback and Navigation Controls

Buttons for playback, search, stop, and track selection.

Recording and Audio Adjustment Controls

Controls for recording level, Dolby NR, input selection, and balance.

Cassette Types and Insertion

DCC Cassette Handling

Proper procedure for inserting a DCC cassette, noting inscription and slider position.

ACC Cassette Handling

Guidelines for inserting an ACC cassette, checking for dirt and damage.

DCC Record Protection

How to activate record protection on a DCC cassette using the red button.

Basic Operation: Power and Cassette Management

Powering On;Off and Standby Mode

Instructions for switching the unit on/off and entering standby mode.

Cassette Insertion and Identification

How the unit identifies inserted cassettes and displays information.

Playback and Track Searching

Starting and Stopping Playback

Steps to start playback and how to stop it using the STOP key.

Navigating Music Tracks

Using PREVIOUS/NEXT keys to find specific music tracks on DCC and ACC.

Advanced Playback Features

Repeating a Music Track

How to repeat a single music track using the PREVIOUS or REPEAT keys.

Selecting Repeat Modes

Explains TRACK REPEAT and REPEAT CONT modes using the REPEAT key.

Dolby Noise Reduction for ACC

Details on using Dolby B/C NR with ACC cassettes.

Marker Functionality During Playback

Explanation of how the unit responds to markers during playback.

Headphone Connection and Volume

Connecting and adjusting headphones using the front jack.

Recording Process Initiation

Preparing for DCC Recording

Steps to prepare for recording, including inserting DCC and pressing APPEND.

Starting Recording via Record Pause

Guide to starting recording using the RECORD PAUSE and RECORD keys.

Selecting Digital or Analog Input

Choosing between digital and analog input sources for recording.

Using Record Mute for Pauses

Using RECORD MUTE to create 3-second pauses between tracks.

Automatic Marker Writing During Recording

How markers are automatically written during recording.

Advanced Recording Settings

General Recording Considerations

Important notes on track info, copy protection, and digital input checks.

Displaying Text Information

How to view track title, artist, album, and total tracks using the TEXT key.

Text, Time, and Reset Operations

Time Display Options

Different ways to display time (TIME, TOTAL TIME, REM TIME, COUNTER).

Resetting the Tape Counter

How to reset the tape counter to '0000' using the RESET key.

Understanding Tape Markers

Explanation of START, REVERSE, NEXT SIDE, and LEAD IN markers.

Track Renumbering Function

Using the Next Side Marker

How to use the NEXT MARKER to switch sides during recording.

Erasing Tape Markers

How to erase markers using the MARK ERASE key.

Renumbering DCC Tracks

Updating track sequence after adding/erasing markers.

Remote Control Functions

Remote Button Mapping

Mapping remote buttons to unit functions, noting exceptions.

Special Remote Keys

Functions of digit keys and STANDBY on the remote.

Remote Control Battery Installation

How to install and remove batteries from the remote control.

General Information and Maintenance

Unit and Cassette Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the unit and recommendations for cleaning cassettes.

Handling System Malfunctions

Initial steps to take when the unit shows unexpected symptoms.

Technical Specifications

Input and Digital Interface Specifications

Details of digital and analog input formats, impedance, sensitivity, and voltage.

Output and Playback Specifications

Specifications for analog output, headphone output, and playback formats.

Troubleshooting Common Errors

Error: PRESS STOP

Cause and solution for the 'PRESS STOP' error message.

Error: TAPE BLOCKED

Cause and solution for the 'TAPE BLOCKED' error message.

Error: NO CASSETTE Detected

Cause and solution when no cassette is detected.

Error: TRACK NOT PRESENT

Cause and solution for when a selected track number does not exist.

Error: CHECK DIGITAL INPUT

Cause and solution for issues with digital input signals.

Error: COPY PROHIBITED

Cause and solution for copy protection preventing recording.

Troubleshooting Continued

Error: NO AUDIO SIGNAL

Cause and solution for 'NO AUDIO' when a data cartridge is inserted.

Error: NO TEXT INFORMATION

Cause and solution when there is no text information on the cassette.

Error: NO DCC Cassette Used

Cause and solution when attempting to record with an ACC cassette.

Error: TAPE PROTECTED

Cause and solution for trying to record on a protected cassette.

Error: START CD Signal Issue

Cause and solution for 'START CD' when the CD player sends no signal.

Error: RENUMBER Function Unavailable

Cause and solution when RENUMBER is not possible due to recording method.

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