AZ204 - CD Player PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	CD Soundmachine (CD Player with Radio)
Model	AZ204
Brand	Philips
Disc Types Supported	Audio CDs, MP3 CDs
Radio Bands	FM (88-108 MHz), MW/AM (530-1600 kHz)
Audio Input	MP3 LINK (3.5mm jack) for external devices
Sound Enhancement	Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) on/off
Play Modes	Repeat (single/all), Shuffle, Program (up to 20 tracks)
Power Supply	AC: 110-127V / 220-240V, 50-60Hz; DC: 9V (6× R14/UM2 batteries)
Power Consumption (Operation)	15 W
Standby Power Consumption	≤5 W
Dimensions (W×H×D)	297 × 112 × 264 mm
Weight	1.6 kg
Frequency Response	60 Hz - 16 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	>62 dBA (CD) / >50 dB (Radio)
Total Harmonic Distortion	<1% (CD), <3% (Radio)
Laser Type	Semiconductor
Safety Class	Class II (double insulation)
Maintenance - Cabinet	Clean with soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent; avoid alcohol, solvents, abrasives.
Maintenance - Discs	Wipe from center out with cleaning cloth; do not use benzene, thinner, or antistatic spray.
Maintenance - Lens	Use Philips CD lens cleaner or commercially available cleaner.
Environmental	Packaging materials recyclable; observe local disposal regulations for batteries and old equipment.
Warranty Note	Never remove casing; refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

Frequently Asked Questions - AZ204 PHILIPS

How do I play a CD on the Philips AZ204?

Set the source selector to CD. Lift to open the disc compartment, insert a disc with the printed side facing up, then close the compartment. Press ▶II to start play.

How can I listen to the radio?

Push the source selector to FM or MW. Turn the TUNING knob to tune to a station. For best reception, fully extend the antenna and adjust its position away from TVs or VCRs.

Can I connect an external device like an MP3 player?

Yes. Use the supplied MP3 link cable to connect the MP3 LINK jack (3.5mm) on the unit to the headphone jack of your external device. The source automatically switches to MP3 LINK.

How do I program tracks for playback?

In CD mode at stop position, press PROG. Use ◀◀◀/▶▶ to select a track, then press PROG to confirm. Repeat for up to 20 tracks. Press ▶II to play the program. For MP3 discs, use ALB +/- to select album first.

How do I clean a dirty CD?

Use a cleaning cloth and wipe the disc from the center outward. Do not use solvents like benzene, thinner, or antistatic spray intended for analog records.

What should I do if the radio reception is poor?

Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or VCR. Fully extend the FM antenna. If needed, connect an outdoor FM antenna for better reception.

What does the DBB button do?

DBB stands for Dynamic Bass Boost. Press the DBB button to ON or OFF to enhance or disable the bass effect during play.

How do I install batteries?

Open the battery compartment on the bottom. Insert 6 batteries of type R14/UM2 (C-cells) with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated. Close the compartment. Batteries are not supplied.

What should I check if there is no sound?

Ensure the volume is turned up. Check that the correct source (CD, FM, MW, MP3 LINK) is selected. If using batteries, check they are inserted correctly and have power. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the AC power.

Is the Philips AZ204 safe to use near water?

No. Important safety instructions state: do not use this apparatus near water. Do not expose to dripping or splashing. Never place liquid-filled objects on the unit.

USER MANUAL AZ204 PHILIPS

EN User Manual

Contents

1 Important 5

Notice 8

Safety 5

2 Your CD Soundmachine 10

Introduction 10

Overview of the main unit 11

What's in the box 10

3 Get started 13

Connect power 14

Install batteries 13

4 Play 17

Listen to an external device 18

Listen to the radio 17

Play disc 17

5 Play options 19

Adjust volume 19

Enhance bass 19

6 Product information 21

Maintenance 22

Specifications 21

7 Troubleshooting 24

1 Important

Safety

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 14. Battery usage CAUTION – To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit:

• Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit.

Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).

• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time. The batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles).

This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org.

Warning

• Never remove the casing of this apparatus. Never lubricate any part of this apparatus. Never place this apparatus on other electrical equipment.
• Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight, naked flames or heat.
• Never look into the laser beam inside this apparatus. Ensure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect this apparatus from the power.

Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Caution

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.

Notice

Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Philips Consumer Lifestyle may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Recording and playback of material might require consent. See Copyright Act 1956 and The Performer's Protection Acts 1958 to 1972.

Environmental information

All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), paper pulp (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet).

Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

This apparatus includes these labels:

Class II equipment symbol

This symbol indicates that the apparatus has a double insulation system.

2 Your CD Soundmachine

Introduction

With this CD Soundmachine, you can:

• play audio discs • listen to FM/MW (AM) radio • enjoy music from external devices • program the play sequence of tracks

Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) helps you to maximize music enjoyment.

What's in the box

Check and identify the contents of the package:

• Main unit • AC power cord • Power adaptor • MP3 link cable • User Manual

Overview of the main unit

- Open/close the disc compartment.

② Source selector

- Select a source: CD, FM, or MW (AM). Turn off the unit.

③ MP3 LINK

• Jack for an external audio device.

④ ALB +/-

- Skip to the next/previous album.

⑤ VOLUME

- Adjust volume.

⑥ /

Skip to the previous/next track. • Search within a track. •

⑦

Stop play.

⑧ ▶ II

Start or pause play.

⑨ Display panel

• Displays the current status.

⑩ MODE/PROG

• Plays tracks randomly or repeatedly. Programs CD tracks and browses the program.

⑪ Tuning button

• Tunes to an FM/MW (AM) radio station.

⑫ DBB ON/OFF

• Turns dynamic bass boost on or off.

⑬ Antenna

3 Get started

Caution

- Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.

Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence. If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of this apparatus. The model number and serial number are on the bottom of the apparatus. Write the numbers here: Model No. ____ Serial No. ____

Install batteries

Note

• You can use both batteries and AC power as power supply of this apparatus.
• Batteries are not supplied with the accessories.

1 Open the battery compartment. 2 Insert 6 batteries (type: R14/ UM2/ C-cells) with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated. 3 Close the battery compartment.

Connect power

Warning

• Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the apparatus.
• Risk of electric shock! When you disconnect the AC power, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord.

Note

• Install the apparatus near the power supply socket and where the power plug can be easily reached.

1 Switch the voltage selector inside the battery compartment to the local power line voltage.

2 Connect the power cord to:

• AC MAINS jack on the unit • the power supply socket.

Tip

- To switch the apparatus off completely, disconnect the power cord from the power supply socket.

Note

• To save energy: after use, turn off the apparatus.

Turn on

1 Push the source selector to CD, FM or MW.

Turn off

1 Push the source selector to OFF.

Play disc

1 Push the source selector to CD. 2 Lift to open the disc compartment. 3 Insert a disc with the printed side facing up, then close the disc compartment. 4 Press ▶ II to start play.

• To pause/resume play, press ▶ II. • To stop play, press ■. • To select another track, press • / . • To search within a track, press and hold, then release to resume normal play. • ALB or +MP3 select another album.

Listen to the radio

Tune to a radio station

1 Push the source selector to FM or MW. 2 Turn TUNING to tune to a station.

Tip

• Position the antenna as far as possible from TV, VCR or other radiation source.
• For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the antenna.

Listen to an external device

You can listen to an MP3 player through this apparatus.

Note

• VM3 LINK Connect an external device to jack, the apparatus switches to MP3 LINK source automatically.

1 Use an MP3 link cable (supplied) to connect MP3 LINK jack (3.5mm) on this apparatus and the headphone jack on an MP3 player.

5 Play options

Adjust volume

1 During play, turn VOLUME to increase/decrease the volume level.

Enhance bass

1 During play, adjust DBB to ON/OFF turn on/off dynamic bass enhancement.

Select play modes

Press MODE repeatedly to select different play modes.

• [REP] (repeat) – repeat a track. - [REP ALL] (repeat all) - repeat an entire CD/program. • [SHUFFLE] (shuffle) - play tracks randomly.

Program tracks

You can program a maximum of 20 tracks.

For CDs:

1 In CD mode, at the stop position, press PROG to activate the program mode.

2 Press ◀◀◀▶▶/ to select a track number, then press PROG to confirm.

3 Repeat the above steps to program more tracks.

4 Press ▶ II to play the programmed tracks.

During play, → PROG is displayed.

For MP3 discs:

1 In CD mode, at the stop position, press PROG to activate the program mode.

2 Press ALB +/- to select an album.

3 Press ◀◀◀▶▶/ to select a track number, then press PROG to confirm.

4 Repeat the above steps to program more tracks.

5 Press to play the programmed tracks.

During play, →[PROG] (program) is displayed.

To erase the program, press • ■.

• To review the program, in the stop position, press PROG.

6 Product information

Note

- Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Specifications

Disc

Laser Type: Semiconductor

Total Harmonic Distortion: <1%

Frequency Response: 60Hz - 16kHz

S/N Ratio: >62dBA

Tuner

Tuning Range: FM: 88 - 108MHz; MW: 530

- 1600kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: <3%

Signal to Noise Ratio: >50 dB

General

Power supply: AC: 110 - 127 V/220 - 240

V, 50 - 60 Hz

DC: 9V, 1.5 × 6 R14/UM2

Operation Power

15 W

Consumption

Standby Power Consumption ≤ 5 W

Dimensions

297 × 112 × 264 mm

- Main Unit (W × H × D)

Weight 1.6 kg

Maintenance

Clean the cabinet

• Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.

Clean discs

- When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out.

Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for analogue records.

Clean the disc lens

After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate on the disc lens. To ensure good play quality, clean the disc lens with Philips CD lens cleaner or any commercially available cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with the cleaner.

7 Troubleshooting

Warning

Never remove the casing of this apparatus.

To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.

If you encounter problems when using this apparatus, check the following points before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips web site (www.philips.com/welcome). When you contact Philips, ensure that the apparatus is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.

No power

Ensure that the AC power plug of the unit is connected properly.

Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.

Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- signs) aligned as indicated.

Replace the battery.

No sound

Adjust the volume.

No response from the unit

Take out the batteries and turn on the unit again. Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on the unit again.

No disc detected

Insert a disc.

Check if the disc is inserted upside down.

Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.

Replace or clean the disc.

Use a finalized CD or correct format disc.

Poor radio reception

Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or VCR.

Fully extend the FM antenna.

Connect an outdoor FM antenna instead.