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Philips FW 18 User Manual

Philips FW 18
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Philips FW 18 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPhilips
ModelFW 18
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information and Safety

General Information

Basic product compliance and environmental handling guidelines.

Safety Information

Crucial operating precautions to prevent damage or injury.

Accessories Supplied

Lists items included with the system for setup and use.

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control

Step-by-step guide for powering the remote.

AM Antenna Connection

Instructions for connecting the AM loop antenna.

Preparations

FM Wire Antenna Connection

Guide for connecting the FM wire antenna for optimal reception.

Outdoor Antenna

Advice on using an outdoor antenna for better FM stereo.

Speakers Connections

Detailed instructions for connecting left and right speakers.

Connecting Other Equipment

How to connect external audio sources like TV or VCR.

Mains Connection

Final step to connect the system to a power outlet.

Controls - Remote and Top View

Remote Control Functions

Explains the purpose of each button on the remote control.

Top View of Unit Controls

Identifies and describes the main controls on the unit's top panel.

Controls - Front Panel

Front View of Unit Controls

Details the functions of buttons and indicators on the front panel.

Operating the System

Powering On and Standby

Steps to switch the system on, off, or into standby mode.

Selecting Sound Sources

How to choose between CD, Tuner, Tape, or AUX inputs.

Volume Adjustment

Instructions for increasing or decreasing the sound level.

Personal Listening

How to use headphones for private listening.

Digital Sound Control (DSC)

Adjusting audio settings like Rock, Pop, Jazz for enhanced sound.

Incredible Sound Feature

Activating surround sound effects for an immersive audio experience.

Bass Kick Function

Boosting bass response for a more powerful sound.

Tuner Operations

Tuning Radio Stations

Guide to finding and selecting radio frequencies.

Storing Preset Stations

How to save favorite radio stations for quick access.

Tuning to Preset Stations

Method to recall stored radio stations.

Changing MW Tuning Grid

Adjusting tuning increments for specific radio bands (MW).

Switching LW Band

Enabling or disabling the Long Wave band feature.

Cassette Deck Operations

Loading a Cassette

Step-by-step instructions for inserting and closing a cassette.

Tape Playback

How to play tapes, including side selection and Dolby NR.

Fast Forward/Rewinding

Methods for quickly moving through a cassette tape.

Recording from Other Sources

Guide to recording audio from Tuner or AUX inputs onto tape.

Cassette Deck General Information

Cassette Type and Handling

Guidelines for using correct tape types and preventing damage.

Dolby Noise Reduction (NR)

Explanation and usage of the Dolby NR system for improved audio quality.

Compact Disc (CD) Operations

Loading and Playing a Disc

Instructions for inserting, playing, pausing, and stopping CDs.

Searching for Tracks/Passages

How to navigate within a CD to find specific songs or sections.

Shuffle Playback

Playing CD tracks in a random, non-sequential order.

Repeat Playback

Setting the CD to repeat a single track or the entire disc.

Compact Disc (CD) Programming and Dubbing

Programming Tracks

Creating custom playback sequences for CDs.

Reviewing/Erasing Programs

Checking or clearing programmed track lists.

CD Synchro Start Recording

Recording CDs onto tape with automatic synchronization.

Dubbing CD with Edit Features

Advanced CD copying to tape with track selection and timing control.

Clock and Timer Settings

Setting the Clock

How to set the system's internal clock to display the correct time.

Setting the Timer

Configuring the system to turn on/off automatically for alarm or playback.

Timer Selection Options

Choosing sources like Tuner, CD, Tape, or Buzzer for timer activation.

Stopping/Restarting Timer

Managing the timer function, including activation and deactivation.

News and Other Features

News Setting

Configuring the system to automatically tune to and play news broadcasts.

Alarm Activation

How the unit functions when the set alarm time is reached.

Cancel Alarm

Procedures to stop an active alarm.

Repeat Alarm (Snooze)

Using the snooze function to temporarily silence the alarm.

Sleep Function

Setting a timer to automatically turn off the unit after a specified period.

Maintenance and Specifications

Maintenance Procedures

Guidelines for cleaning the cabinet, discs, and tape paths.

Specifications Summary

Technical details of the system's components and performance.

Amplifier Specifications

Details on output power, frequency response, and sensitivity.

Tuner Specifications

Technical data for FM, MW, and LW wavebands.

CD Player Specifications

Performance metrics for the Compact Disc player.

Cassette Deck Specifications

Technical data for tape playback and recording quality.

Cabinet Specifications

Information on the unit's physical dimensions and materials.

Troubleshooting Guide

Radio Reception Issues

Solutions for problems related to signal strength and interference.

Cassette Deck Issues

Troubleshooting steps for recording, playback, and tape transport problems.

CD Player Issues

Solutions for common CD player errors like "NO DISC" or poor playback.

General System Issues

Addressing problems like the unit not working or sound output issues.

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