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Philips FW-C30/21 User Manual

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Philips FW-C30/21 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPhilips
ModelFW-C30/21
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information

Type Plate Location

Location of the type plate containing the serial number.

Environmental Information

Guidelines for packaging disposal and recycling.

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Warnings

Precautions regarding voltage, opening the unit, and qualified service.

Operating Environment Precautions

Advice on placement, ventilation, and avoiding moisture/heat.

Self-Repair and Damage Prevention

Warning against self-repair and handling moisture condensation.

Electrostatic Discharge

Handling potential issues caused by electrostatic discharge.

Preparation

Rear Connections Diagram

Illustrates connection points for speakers, antennas, and power.

AM Loop Antenna Connection

Instructions for connecting the AM loop antenna.

FM Wire Antenna Connection

Instructions for connecting the FM wire antenna.

Speakers Connection

Guide for connecting left and right speakers to terminals.

Connecting External Equipment

How to connect audio sources like TV, VCR, DVD to AUX IN.

Subwoofer Out Connection

Connecting an optional active subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal.

Adjusting Operating Voltage

How to set the voltage selector before connecting power.

AC Power Supply

Connecting the AC power cord to the system and wall outlet.

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control

Instructions for inserting AA batteries into the remote control.

Controls Overview

System and Remote Control Buttons

Identifies physical buttons on the system and remote control.

STANDBY ON Button

Function of the STANDBY ON button for power control.

Source Selection Buttons

How to select different audio sources for playback.

Playback and Navigation Controls

Details on PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, SEARCH, PREV/NEXT, VOLUME controls.

Special Function Buttons

Explains features like Digital Sound Control, Bass Boost, Mute, Repeat, Shuffle.

Operating The System

Initial Setup: Demonstration Mode

How to start, stop, and behavior of the system's demonstration mode.

Easy Set Feature

Automatic storage of radio stations via the EASY SET function.

Switching System Power On/Standby

Procedures for turning the system on or putting it into standby mode.

Selecting Audio Source

How to choose between CD, TUNER, TAPE, or AUX sources.

DIM Mode Display Settings

Adjusting the display brightness and spectrum analyzer modes.

Sound Control Features

Adjusting volume, connecting headphones, and muting sound.

Digital Sound Control (DSC)

Using preset equalizer settings for enhanced sound effects.

Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB)

How to activate or deactivate the bass enhancement feature.

Mute Function

Temporarily silencing the system's audio output.

CD Player Operations

CD Compatibility and Warnings

Notes on compatible CDs and precautions for the mechanism.

Loading the CD Changer

Step-by-step guide to load discs into the carousel tray.

CD Direct Play

How to play a specific disc directly using its button.

Playing a CD

Instructions for starting, pausing, resuming, and stopping CD playback.

Selecting a Desired Track

How to select tracks during playback or when stopped.

Searching for a Passage

How to search for a specific part within a track.

Programming Tracks

Creating a custom playback sequence by programming tracks.

Reviewing and Playing Programmed Tracks

How to view, play, or erase programmed track sequences.

Erasing Programmed Tracks

Steps to clear all programmed tracks from memory.

Shuffle Playback Mode

Playing tracks or discs in a random, shuffled order.

Repeat Playback Modes

Repeating a single track, an entire disc, or all discs.

AUX Input for External Sources

Selecting External Equipment via AUX

How to connect and select external audio sources using AUX input.

Tuner Operations

Tuning to Radio Stations

Methods for manually tuning to FM/MW radio frequencies.

Automatic Programming of Presets

Automatically scans and stores available radio stations.

Manual Programming of Presets

Manually tuning and storing specific radio stations to memory.

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations

How to recall stored radio stations using preset numbers.

Changing MW Tuning Grid

Adjusting the frequency step for MW band reception (9/10 kHz).

Tape Deck Operations

Loading a Tape

Instructions for inserting cassette tapes into the deck.

Tape Playback

How to play, pause, resume, and stop cassette tapes.

Rewind and Fast Forward Tape

Using controls to fast forward or rewind tapes.

Continuous Tape Playback

Playing tapes sequentially from one deck to another.

Tape Operation Notes

Important notes on tape usage, maintenance, and tape types.

Karaoke Microphone Mixing

Microphone Setup and Level Adjustment

How to connect a microphone and adjust MIC LEVEL for mixing.

Recording Features

Recording Notes and Tape Protection

Guidelines for recording, tape types, and protecting tapes from erasure.

One Touch Recording

Simple one-button recording from CD, TUNER, or AUX.

CD Synchro Start Recording

Recording CD tracks onto tape automatically synchronized with CD playback.

Dubbing Tapes

Copying tapes from tape deck 2 to tape deck 1.

Recording from Other Sources

Recording audio from CD, TUNER, or AUX sources onto tape.

Clock and Timer Functions

Viewing the Clock Display

How to view the current time when the system is on or in standby.

Setting the Clock

Procedures for setting the clock, including 12-hour and 24-hour modes.

Timer Setting

Setting the system to turn on automatically to a selected source at a specific time.

Switching Off the Timer

How to deactivate the timer function.

Sleep Timer Function

Setting a time for the system to automatically switch to standby mode.

Switching Off the Sleep Timer

How to disable the sleep timer feature.

System Specifications

Amplifier Specifications

Technical details for the amplifier section (output power, SNR, frequency response).

Tape Deck Specifications

Technical details for the tape deck (frequency response, SNR, wow/flutter).

Speaker Specifications

Details on speaker system type, impedance, and dimensions.

CD Player Specifications

Technical details for the CD player (tracks, response, SNR, THD).

Tuner Specifications

Details on FM/MW wave ranges, tuning grid, and presets.

General Information Specifications

Details on system material, AC power, consumption, dimensions, and weight.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Cleaning the Cabinet

Instructions for cleaning the system's exterior with mild detergent.

Cleaning Discs

How to clean CDs for optimal playback, avoiding solvents.

Cleaning the CD Lens

Steps for cleaning the CD player lens using a cleaning disc or solution.

Cleaning Tape Heads and Paths

How to clean tape heads, capstans, and pressure rollers for performance.

Demagnetizing Tape Heads

Using a demagnetizing tape to maintain head quality.

Troubleshooting Guide

CD Player Operation Issues

Solutions for common CD player display messages like "NO DISC" or "NOT FINALIZED".

Radio Reception Problems

Tips for improving radio reception and tuning issues.

Cannot Tune to Station

Addresses issues with tuning, possibly related to tuning grid settings.

Tape Deck Operation Problems

Troubleshooting for recording/playback issues or no/poor sound from tape.

General System Response Issues

Solutions for when the system doesn't react or buttons flash.

Remote Control Malfunctions

Steps to resolve issues where the remote control is not working.

Timer and Clock Setting Issues

Troubleshooting for timer not working or clock setting problems.

Display Features Flashing

How to resolve continuous button flashing or demonstration mode activation.

All Buttons Not Lit

Addressing issues where display indicators are not lit, possibly due to DIM mode.

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