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Philips FW 855C User Manual

Philips FW 855C
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Philips FW 855C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPhilips
ModelFW 855C
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information

Safety Information

Critical safety precautions for system operation and electrical hazards.

Environmental Information

Details on system materials and packaging recycling guidelines.

Acknowledgements

Information on Dolby B NR system and included accessories.

Rear Connections

AM Antenna Connection

Guide for connecting the AM loop antenna to the system.

FM Antenna Connection

Guide for connecting the FM wire antenna to the system.

Speaker Connections

Instructions for connecting front left and right speakers.

Surround Speaker Connection

Instructions for connecting surround speakers (FW855C model).

Speaker Placement and External Connections

Front Speaker Positioning

Recommendations for optimal placement of front speakers for best listening.

Rear Speaker Positioning

Guidance on placing surround speakers for ideal sound projection.

Connecting Audio Equipment

How to connect external audio sources like TV, VCR, DVD player.

Digital Optical Output

How to record digital sound from CD to audio equipment with digital input.

System and Remote Controls Overview

System Control Layout

Diagram and labels for the main control buttons on the HiFi system unit.

Remote Control Layout

Diagram and labels for the buttons on the system's remote control.

Control Functions Explained

System Unit Controls

Detailed functions of buttons found on the main HiFi system unit.

Remote Control Functions

Detailed functions of buttons found on the remote control.

Operating The System

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions on how to insert batteries into the remote control unit.

Demonstration Mode

Explanation of the system's automatic demonstration mode and how to cancel it.

System Power On

Steps to turn the HiFi system on from standby or wall socket.

Core System Operations

Standby Mode

How to put the system into standby mode or switch it off.

Source Selection

Guide to choosing different input sources like CD, TUNER, TAPE, or AUX/DVD.

Sound Control Features

Adjusting volume, using headphones, and activating Incredible Surround.

Digital Sound Control (DSC)

Selecting preset equalizer settings or personalizing bass/treble.

CD Player Basics

CD Player Warnings

Important warnings regarding CD usage and the changer mechanism.

Loading the CD Changer

Step-by-step guide on how to load discs into the CD changer.

Playing and Selecting CDs

CD Playback Control

How to start, pause, resume, and stop CD playback.

Track and Passage Selection

Methods for selecting specific tracks or passages during playback.

Disc Changing

Procedure for changing CDs while the system is in use.

CD Programming and Playback Modes

Programming Tracks

How to create custom playlists by selecting and storing tracks from CDs.

Program Playback

How to play back a programmed sequence of tracks.

Shuffle and Repeat

Instructions for random playback (Shuffle) and single-track repeat.

Radio Tuner Operations

Tuning Radio Stations

How to manually tune into FM or MW radio stations.

Storing Preset Stations

Methods for automatically or manually saving radio stations.

Advanced Tuner Functions

Selecting Preset Stations

How to select and tune to previously stored preset radio stations.

MW Tuning Grid Adjustment

Adjusting MW frequency step; erases preset stations.

Tape Deck Operations

Loading a Cassette Tape

Step-by-step guide on how to insert a cassette tape into the tape deck.

Tape Playback

How to select a tape deck, load a tape, and start playback.

Tape Features and External Sources

Auto Reverse Playback

Selecting playback modes for automatic tape reversal on deck 2.

Rewind and Fast Forward

Instructions for fast rewinding or forwarding tapes.

Dolby B Noise Reduction

Activating and using Dolby B NR for tape recording/playback.

Connecting External Sources

How to connect and select external audio sources like TV, VCR, DVD.

Karaoke Functionality

Microphone Setup and Mixing

Connecting microphones and adjusting volume, echo, and vocal levels.

Recording Processes

Recording Notes

Key notes on microphone use, tape types, protection, and recording levels.

One Touch Recording

How to record mixed sound or use one-touch recording from sources.

Recording External Sources

Recording audio from CD, TUNER, TAPE 1, or AUX-DVD onto tape deck 2.

Advanced Recording Modes

Tape Dubbing

Instructions for copying tapes from deck 1 to deck 2 at normal or high speed.

CD Synchro Recording

Recording CDs onto tape automatically using CD synchro start.

Clock and Timer Functions

Viewing the Clock

How to display the current time and check if the clock is set.

Setting the Clock

Procedure for setting the 24-hour clock on the system.

Setting the Timer

How to set the system to automatically turn on at a preset time.

Timer Operation and Maintenance

Timer Functionality

How the timer works, stopping it, and handling unavailable sources.

System Maintenance

Cleaning guides for cabinet, discs, CD lens, tape heads, and demagnetizing.

System Specifications

Amplifier Specs

Technical details for the amplifier: output power, input sensitivity.

Tuner Specs

Technical details for the tuner: wave ranges, presets.

Tape Deck Specs

Technical details for tape decks: frequency response, SNR.

Speaker Specs

Technical details for speakers: impedance, dimensions.

Troubleshooting

CD Player Issues

Solutions for "NO DISC" or dirty CD lens errors.

Radio Reception Issues

Tips for improving poor radio reception, like antenna adjustment.

Tape Deck Issues

Troubleshooting for tape deck errors like "RECORDING ACTIVE".

General System Issues

Solutions for auto standby, unresponsive buttons, no sound.

Warranty and Service (Australia)

Australian Warranty Terms

Details on warranty coverage, exclusions, and conditions for Australian products.

Australian Service Locations

Contact information and locations for Philips service branches in Australia.

Philips Customer Support

Phone number for Philips customer care and advice.

Regional Guarantee Information

New Zealand Guarantee

Warranty terms and service contact for New Zealand.

Mexico Guarantee

Warranty terms and service contact for Mexico.

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