Philips FA 950 - Introduction; Installation Guide

INTRODUCTION
INSTALLATION
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Thank
you
for
selecting
the
Philips
FA950
Integrated
Stereo
Control
Amplifier.
An
amplitier
of
the
state-of-the-art
Philips
900
series,
the
FA950
is
engineered
to
fulfil
the
task
of
generating
powerful
*
sound
with
the
highest
achievable
definition
and
minimum
noise
and
distortion,
supported
by
features
such
as:
~The
Digital
Selector
Circuit,
the
direct
digital
input
and
output
for
signals
from
digital
sources
like
a
CD
player,
Digital
Compact
Cassette
recorder,
or
Digital
Broadcast
Satellite
unconditionally
maintains
the
purity
of
the
digital
signals.
~
A
full-function
remote
control
can
handle
your
entire
PHILIPS
900
series
HiFi
system
as
well
as
a
TV
set,
a
video
recorder
and
an
Laser
Disc
player.
—
Extended
Dynamics
Circuitry,
a
special
circuit
in
the
power
stages
offering
the
ability
to
process
peaks
in
the
output
signal
(high
dynamic
headroom)
and
creating
a
clean
undistorted
sound.
-
Enhanced
System
Intelligence,
offering
increased
ease
of
operation
by
extensive
communication
between
the
various
components
of
your
system.
Please read this manual carefully before you attempt to
| connect or operate the amplifier.
This manual is divided into six sections:
- Installation: explains how to set up your system.
— Operation: explains how to use the major controls.
-
Advanced
Options:
gives
more
detailed
information
on
operation,
including
special
features.
—
System
Aspects:
explains
the
Enhanced
System
Intelligence
feature
and
its
benefits.
-
Remote
Control:
gives
detailed
information
on the
operating
functions
of
the
system
remote-control
handset.
—
General
Information:
includes
maintenance
information
and
technical
data.
POSITIONING YOUR SYSTEM
The preferred order to stack the units of your system is shown
in the diagram below.
AMPLIFIER
"CASSETTE DECK
CD PLAYER
WARNING
| Do not connect the set to the mains until all other
connections have been made and the mains voltage
(indicated on the type plate) has been checked.
When positioning the unit, bear in mind that every amplifier
produces heat which. must be able to dissipate freely. For
this reason do not cover any vents and make sure that
there is sufficient ventilation around the unit.
MAINS SUPPLY
¢ Check that the mains voltage as shown on the type plate
corresponds to your local mains supply. If it does not,
consult your dealer or service organisation.
e |f your unit has a voltage selector, make sure only to change
the voitage in the POWER OFF position.
° Insert the plug of the mains lead into the wall socket.
The mains supply is now connected.
FITTING A MAINS PLUG (U.K. only)
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code: Blue = Neutral, Brown = Live.
These colours may not correspond with the colour markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, so proceed as follows:
¢ Connect the brown wire to the terminal marked L or coloured
brown or red.
e Connect the Blue wire to the terminal marked N or coloured
blue or black.
Do not connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug, |
marked E or + or coloured green or green and yellow.
For 13 A plugs conforming to BS 1363, use a3 A fuse. |
|
For other plugs, use a 5 A or lower fuse in the plug or
adapter at the distribution board.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
The type plate is located on the back of the set.
This product complies with the radio interference
requirements of the European Community.