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| Product Type | Hi-Fi System |
| Brand | Philips |
| Model | FWM997 |
| Dimensions (Main Unit W x H x D) | 200 x 350 x 400 mm |
| Weight (Main Unit) | 8 kg |
| Power Output | 2 x 50 W RMS |
| CD Changer Capacity | 3 discs |
| Cassette Deck | Dual tape deck with auto reverse |
| Radio Tuner | FM/AM digital tuner with 40 presets |
| Audio Inputs | AUX (RCA), USB |
| Outputs | Headphone jack, speaker terminals |
| Color | Black / Silver |
| Remote Control | Included |
| Power Supply | AC 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Key Functions | CD play, tape record/play, radio, timer, sleep timer |
| Maintenance | Clean exterior with soft dry cloth |
| Safety Warnings | Do not expose to water; unplug during lightning storms |
| Spare Parts & Repairability | Contact Philips service center; refer to manual for troubleshooting |
| Disposal | Recycle according to local regulations |
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USER MANUAL FWM997 PHILIPS
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FWM997/55

EN User manual
Contents
1 Important 4
Safety 4
Notice 5
2 Your Mini Hi-Fi 6
Introduction 6
What's in the box 6
Overview of the main unit 7
Overview of the remote control 8
3 Connect 10
Connect FM antenna 10
Connect AM antenna 10
Connect speakers 10
Connect power 11
4 Get started 12
Prepare the remote control 12
Auto install radio stations 12
Set clock 12
Turn on 13
5 Play 13
Play disc 13
Play from USB 14
6 Play options 14
Repeat and random play 14
Program tracks 14
Display play information 15
7 Adjust volume level and sound
effect 15
Adjust volume level 15
Mute sound 15
Boost loudness 15
Select a preset sound effect 15
Enhance bass 16
Virtual surround 16
Customize sound for room acoustics 16
8 Listen to radio 16
Tune to a radio station 16
Program radio stations automatically 16
Program radio stations manually 16
Select a preset radio station 17
Change AM tuning grid 17
9 USB record 17
Record to USB 17
Schedule radio-to-USB record 18
10 Other features 19
Set the alarm timer 19
Set the sleep timer 19
Listen to an external device 19
Delete files in the USB device 20
Karaoke 20
Adjust display brightness 20
Select button light display 20
11 Product information 21
Specifications 21
USB playability information 22
Supported MP3 disc formats 22
Maintenance 22
12 Troubleshooting 23
1 Important
Safety
①Read these instructions. ②Keep these instructions. ③Heed all warnings. ④Follow all instructions. ⑤Do not use this apparatus near water. ⑥Clean only with dry cloth. ⑦Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. ⑧Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. ⑨Protect 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.

⑫Unplug 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. ⑭Battery 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.
⑮Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. ⑯Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus (e.g. liquid filled objects, lighted candles). ⑰This 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. ⑱Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

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

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.

Be responsible. Respect copyrights.
The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including computer programs, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence. This equipment should not be used for such purposes.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (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.

Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
This Mini Hi-Fi includes this label:

2 Your Mini Hi-Fi
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.Philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
With this Mini Hi-Fi, you can enjoy audio from discs, USB devices, external devices, or radio stations.
For your convenience, you can load up to 3 discs at once.
To enrich sound, this Mini Hi-Fi offers you these sound effects:
• MAX sound for instant power boost • Digital Sound Control (DSC) • Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB) • Incredible surround (IS) • Virtual Ambience-based Control (VAC)
The Mini Hi-Fi supports the following media formats:



What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
Main unit × 1 •
AC power cable × 2•
Power plug adaptor x 1•
Front speakers × 2•
Rear speakers × 2•
Subwoofer x 1 •
Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries) •
FM wire antenna x 1 •
AM loop antenna x 1•
MP3 link cable x 1•
DIN cable x 1
Overview of the main unit

①DISC CHANGE
Change a disc tray.
②DISC 1/2/3
Select a disc tray.
③Disc compartment door
④ IS
Turn on or off incredible surround.
⑤ALBUM/PRESET -/+
Skip to the previous/next album.
Select a preset radio station.
Adjust time.
• Select 12 hour or 24 hour format.
⑥
Stop playback or erase a program.
⑦MODE
Select repeat or random playback.
⑧
Turn the system on or switch to standby mode.
⑨Source selection keys
Select a source.
⑩LIGHT
Select a lighting effect for the main unit.
⑪USB DELETE
Delete audio files stored on a USB device.
⑫USB DIRECT
Jack for a USB mass storage device.
⑬DSC
Select a preset sound equalizer setting.
⑭MP3 LINK
Audio input jack (3.5mm) for an external audio device.
⑮MAX SOUND
Turn on or off instant power boost for sound.
⑯KARAOKE ECHO VOL
Adjust echo level.
⑰MIC 1/2
Jack for a microphone.
⑱USB RECORD
Record to a USB device.
⑲MIC VOL
Adjust microphone volume.
⑳DISPLAY
Select display information.
②1 VOLUME
- Adjust volume.
- Remote sensor.
②DBB
• Turn on or off dynamic bass enhancement.
⑳PROG/CLOCK
- Program tracks. • Program radio stations.
- Set the clock.
• Start or pause play.
- Skip to the previous/next track. • Search within a track/disc/USB.
- Tune to a radio station.
- Adjust time.
⑳VAC
Select an ambience-based equaliser setting.
⑳Display panel
Shows current status.
⑲Open/Close
Opens or closes the disc compartment.
Overview of the remote control
①
Turns on the Mini Hi-Fi, or switches to standby mode.
②Source selection keys
Select a source.
③CLOCK
Sets the clock.
④MODE
Selects repeat play or random play.
⑤USB DELETE
- Delete audio files stored on a USB device.
⑥TITLE+/-
- Skip to the previous/next track.
• Select a preset radio station.
- Adjust time.
ALBUM +/-
- Skip to the previous/next album. Search within a track/disc/USB.
- Tune to a radio station.
- Adjust time.
⑦DSC
Select a preset sound equalizer setting.
⑧MAX
- Turn on or off instant power boost for sound.
⑨VOL +/-
- Adjust volume.
⑩DBB/IS
• Turn on or off dynamic bass enhancement. • Turn on or off incredible surround.
⑪Numeric keypad
• Select a track from a disc directly.
⑫PROGRAM
Program tracks.
• Program radio stations.
⑬DISPLAY
- Select display information.
14
Stop play or erase a program.

Start or pause play.
⑮VAC
Select an ambience-based equaliser • setting.
⑯USB RECORD
Record to a USB device.
⑰MUTE
Mute volume.
⑱DIM
Select different levels of display brightness.
⑲SLEEP/TIMER
Set the sleep timer. Set the alarm timer.
3 Connect
Connect FM antenna
1 Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM jack on the back of the main unit.

Connect AM antenna
1 Assemble the AM loop antenna.
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2 Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM jack on the back of the main unit.

Connect speakers

Note
For optimal sound, use the supplied speakers only. Connect only speakers with impedance that is the same or higher than the supplied speakers. Refer to the Specifications section of this manual.
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A: front speakers; B: rear speaker; C: subwoofer; D: DIN cable
Connect the front speakers
1 For the right front speaker, find the sockets on the main unit marked "R". 2 Insert the blue-black wires into a pair of blue-black (+/-) sockets, the blue wire into the blue (+) socket, the black wire into the black (-) socket. 3 Insert each speaker wire:
① Hold down the socket flap. ②Insert the stripped part of the wire completely. ③ Release the socket flap.

4 Insert the white-black wires into a pair of white-black (+/-) sockets, the white wire into the white (+) socket, the black wire into the black (-) socket. 5 For the left front speaker, find the sockets on the main unit marked "L". 6 Repeat steps 2-4 to connect the left front speaker.
Connect the rear speakers
1 For the right rear speaker, find the sockets on the back of the subwoofer marked "R". 2 Insert the purple wire into the purple socket (+) and the black wire into the black socket (-). 3 For the left rear speaker, find the sockets on the back of the subwoofer marked "L". 4 Repeat step 2 to connect the left rear speaker.
Connect the subwoofer
1 Connect the DIN cable to SUBWOOFER jack on the main unit and FROM MAIN jack on the subwoofer.
Connect power

Caution
Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage set on the voltage selector on the back of the Mini Hi-Fi and the subwoofer.
- Before you connect the AC power cord, ensure that you have completed all other connections.

A: main unit; B: subwoofer

Note
The type plate is located on the back of the main unit.
The type plate is located on the back of the subwoofer.
1 If your power supply voltage is 110V-127V, adjust the voltage selector to 110V-127V for the main unit and the subwoofer. 2 Connect one AC power cable to: the main unit. the wall socket. 3 Connect one AC power cable to: the subwoofer. the wall socket.
4 Get started

Caution
Use the controls only as stated in this user manual.
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.
If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of your Mini Hi-Fi.
The model number and serial number are on the back of your Mini Hi-Fi. Write the numbers here:
Model No. ____
Serial No.
Prepare the remote control

Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries in fire.
To replace the remote control battery:
1 Open the battery compartment. 2 Insert 2 AAA batteries with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated. 3 Close the battery compartment.


Note
If you are not going to use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.
- Do not use old and new or different types of batteries in combination.
- Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.
Auto install radio stations
When you connect power and no radio stations are stored, the Mini Hi-Fi automatically begins to store radio stations.
1 Connect the Mini Hi-Fi to the power supply. [AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY] (auto install - press the PLAY button) is displayed. 2 Press ▶ the main unit to start installation.
[AUTO] (auto) is displayed.
The Mini Hi-Fi automatically stores radio stations with sufficient signal strength.
When all the available radio stations ↩ are stored, the first preset radio station is broadcast automatically.
Set clock
1 In the standby mode, press CLOCK to activate the clock setting mode. The 12 hour or 24 hour format is ↓ displayed. 2 Press ALBUM +/- / repeatedly to select 12 hour or 24 hour format. 3 Press CLOCK to confirm. → The clock digits are displayed and begin to blink. 4 Press ALBUM +/- / to set the hour.
5 Press TITLE+/-◄/ ► to set the minute. 6 Press CLOCK to confirm.

Tip
• To view the clock during play, press CLOCK.
Turn on
1 Press Ⓧ to turn on the main unit. The system switches to the last selected source. 2 Press POWER switch on the back of the subwoofer to turn on the subwoofer.
Switch to standby
1 Press ⏻ to switch the Mini Hi-Fi to standby mode.
→ The backlight on the display panel turns off. → The clock (if set) appears on the display panel.
5 Play
Play disc
1 Press CD 1/2/3 to select the disc source. 2 Press OPEN/CLOSE on the main unit to open the disc compartment. 3 Load up to two discs on the disc trays, with the printed side facing up. To load the third disc, press DISC CHANGE on the main unit to rotate to the disc tray.

4 Press OPEN/CLOSE on the main unit to close the disc compartment. 5 Press to start play.
• To select a disc, press CD 1/2/3.
To pause/resume play, press ▶II.
To stop play, press
To select another track, press •
TITLE+/◀/▶ or press a numeric button.
• To select a folder, press ALBUM +/-. • To search within a track, press and hold ALBUM +/-◀◀/▶, then release to resume normal play.
Play from USB


Note
Ensure that the USB device contains playable audio contents for supported formats.
1 Insert the USB plug of the device into the ✦ socket. 2 Press USB to select the USB source. 3 Press ALBUM +/-◀◀/▶▶ to select a folder. 4 Press TITLE+/-◄/► to select an audio file. 5 Press to start play.
• To pause/resume play, press ▶II. • To stop play, press ■. • To search within an audio file, press and hold ALBUM +/-◀◀/▶, then release to resume normal play.
6 Play options
Repeat and random play
1 Press MODE repeatedly to select:
•: the current track is played repeatedly. • ALL: all tracks are played repeatedly. • ALL: all tracks are played randomly and repeatedly. • ∞: all tracks are played randomly.
2 To return to normal play, press MODE repeatedly until play mode is no longer displayed.

Tip
Shuffle play cannot be selected when you play programmed tracks.
Program tracks
You can program a maximum of 40 tracks.
1 At CD/USB mode, in the stop position, press PROGRAM to activate the program mode. [PROG] (program) blinks on the display. 2 For MP3/WMA tracks, press ALBUM +/- to select an album. 3 Press TITLE+/-/▶/▶ to select a track number, then press PROGRAM to confirm. 4 Repeat steps 2 to 3 to select and store all tracks to program. 5 Press ▶ play the programmed tracks. During play, [PROG] (program) is displayed. To erase the program, in the stop position, press ■.
Display play information
1 During play, press DISPLAY repeatedly to select different play information.
7 Adjust volume level and sound effect

Note
MAX sound and DSC (Digital Sound Control) cannot be activated at the same time.
Adjust volume level
1 During play, press VOL +/- to increase/decrease the volume level.
Mute sound
1 During play, press MUTE to mute/unmute sound.
Boost loudness
MAX gives an instant boost to the sound power.
1 Press MAX to turn on or off the instant power boost. If MAX sound is activated, MAX is displayed.
Select a preset sound effect
The DSC (Digital Sound Control) enables you to enjoy special sound effects.
1 During play, press DSC repeatedly to select:
[JAZZ] (jazz) • [ROCK] (rock) • [TECHNO] (techno) • [OPTIMAL] (optimal) •
Enhance bass
The best DBB (Dynamic Bass Enhancement) setting is generated automatically for each DSC selection. You can manually select the DBB setting that best suits your listening environment.
1 During play, press DBB/IS repeatedly to select:
- DBB 1
- DBB 2
- DBB 3
- DBB off → If DBB is activated, DBB is displayed.
Virtual surround
You can enhance audio with a virtual surround sound effect.
1 Press and hold DBB/IS to turn on or off the incredible surround.
• On the main unit, press IS. If the incredible surround is activated, [INC SURR] (incredible surround) is displayed.
Customize sound for room acoustics
1 During play, press VAC repeatedly to select a type of listening environment:
• [HALL] (hall) • [CONCERT] (concert) • [CINEMA] (cinema)
8 Listen to radio
Tune to a radio station
1 Press TUNER repeatedly to select FM or AM. 2 Press and hold ALBUM +/- for more than 2 seconds. [SEARCH] (search) is displayed! The radio tunes to a station with strong reception automatically. 3 Repeat step 2 to tune to more stations. To tune to a weak station, press ALBUM +/- repeatedly until you find optimal reception.
Program radio stations automatically
You can program a maximum of 40 preset radio stations.
1 In the tuner mode, press and hold PROGRAM for more than 2 seconds to activate automatic program mode. [AUTO] (auto) is displayed. All available stations are programmed in the order of waveband reception strength.
The first programmed radio station is broadcast automatically.
Program radio stations manually
You can program a maximum of 40 preset radio stations.
1 Tune to a radio station. (see 'Tune to a radio station' on page 16)
2 Press PROGRAM to activate program mode. [PROG] (program) blinks on the display. 3 Press TITLE+/-◄/► to allocate a number to this radio station, then press PROGRAM to confirm. The preset number and the frequency of the preset station are displayed. 4 Repeat the above steps to program other stations.

Tip
To overwrite a programmed station, store another station in its place.
Select a preset radio station
1 In tuner mode, press TITLE+/-◀/▶ to select a preset number.

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.
Change AM tuning grid
In some countries, the AM radio frequency step between adjacent channels is 9 kHz (10 kHz in some areas).
1 Select the tuner source. 2 Press and hold ■ on the main unit for more than 5 seconds.
→ The frequency step is changed to 9 kHz or 10 kHz.
All preset stations are erased and need to be re-programmed.
9 USB record
Audio CD tracks, MP3 files, radio and audio from external devices are recorded in .mp3 format, and WMA files are recorded in .wma format. The first time you record to USB, a folder called 'PHILIPS' is automatically created in the USB device. Each time you record to USB, the recorded files are stored in a sub-folder in the 'PHILIPS' folder. Files and sub-folders are named numerically in the order in which they are created.
Record to USB
1 Plug the USB device into the socket of this Mini Hi-Fi. 2 Prepare the source to record from.
Disc - • load a disc (see 'Play disc' on page 13). You can select a track from which a recording starts.
Radio - • tune to a radio station. (see 'Tune to a radio station' on page 16) MP3 LINK/AUX - • connect and start to play an external device. (see 'Listen to an external device' on page 19)
3 Press USB RECORD to start recording. For discs, press • USB RECORD repeatedly to select:
Ⓐ [REC ONE] (record one): the first/ current track is recorded. B [REC ALL] (record all): all tracks/the remaining tracks are recorded.
→ Disc play starts automatically from the beginning of the disc/the selected track, and the recording starts.
• To stop recording, press ■.

Note
- If the USB device does not have enough memory to store the audio files, [MEMORY FULL] (memory full) is displayed.
Schedule radio-to-USB record
Schedule radio recordings in advance and you can listen to your favorite programs at your convenience.

Note
The maximum length of a recording is 12 hours.
1 Ensure that you have set the clock correctly. (see 'Set clock' on page 12) 2 Insert the USB plug of the device into the socket. 3 Tune to a radio station. (see 'Tune to a radio station' on page 16) 4 Press to switch to standby mode. 5 Press and hold SLEEP/TIMER for more than 2 seconds. A prompt to select the source is ↩ displayed. 6 Press TUNER to select the tuner source. 7 Press USB RECORD. The start timer digits are displayed and → begin to blink. 8 Press ALBUM +/- / to set the hour. 9 Press TITLE+/-◄/► to set the minute. 10 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm. → The end timer digits are displayed and begin to blink. 11 Press ALBUM +/-◀◀/▶▶ to set the hour. 12 Press TITLE+/-◄/► to set the minute. 13 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm. → ⊕ is displayed. → At the scheduled times, the recording begins and ends automatically. When the recording ends, the Mini Hi-Fi switches to standby mode.

Tip
A recording is activated only in the standby mode.
To deactivate or re-activate a record timer
1 In standby mode, press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly.
If the timer is activated, ↗ is displayed.
If the timer is deactivated, it disappears.
10 Other features
Set the alarm timer
This Mini Hi-Fi can be used as an alarm clock. The disc, radio, or USB is activated to play at a preset time.

Note
If you have set a record timer and an alarm timer, only the latest timer is activated.
1 Ensure that you have set the clock correctly. (see 'Set clock' on page 12) 2 Press to switch to standby mode. 3 Press and hold SLEEP/TIMER for more than 2 seconds.
A prompt to select the source is displayed.
4 Press CD 1/2/3, or TUNER or USB to select a source. 5 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm. The clock digits are displayed and begin to blink. 6 Press ALBUM +/-◀◀/▶▶ to set the hour. 7 Press TITLE+/-◄/► to set the minute. 8 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm.
The timer is set and activated.
To deactivate or re-activate an alarm timer
1 In standby mode, press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly.
If the timer is activated, 🔒 is displayed. If the timer is deactivated, it disappears.

Tip
- In MP3 link or AUX mode, the alarm timer cannot be set.
- If disc or USB source is selected but no audio file can be played, radio is activated automatically.
Set the sleep timer
This Mini Hi-Fi can switch to standby automatically after a set period of time.
1 When the Mini Hi-Fi is turned on, press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly to select a set period of time (in minutes). When sleep timer is activated, → is displayed.
To deactivate sleep timer
1 Press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly until [OFF] (off) is displayed. When sleep timer is deactivated, disappears on the display.
Listen to an external device
You can listen to an external audio device through this Mini Hi-Fi.
For audio players with headphone sockets
1 Press MP3 LINK/AUX repeatedly to select the MP3 link source. 2 Connect the supplied MP3 link cable to: • the MP3 LINK jack (3.5mm) on the Mini Hi-Fi. the headphone jack on an external device. 3 Start to play the device (see the device user manual).
For audio players with red/white audio output sockets
1 Press MP3 LINK/AUX repeatedly to select the AUX source. 2 Connect the audio cables (white/red jacks, not supplied) to: - the AUX IN jacks on the back of the Mini Hi-Fi. the AUDIO OUT jacks on an external device.
3 Start to play the device (see the device user manual).
Delete files in the USB device
1 During USB play, press TITLE+/-/▶/▶ to select an audio file. To delete an audio folder, in the stop position, press ALBUM +/-◀◀/▶ to select an audio folder.
2 Press USB DELETE.
A confirmation message is displayed.
3 While the message is displayed, press USB DELETE again to confirm.
To cancel, press ■.
After you delete a file or an audio folder, the USB play stops.
Karaoke
You can connect a microphone and sing along with a music source.
1 Turn MIC VOL to the minimum level. 2 Connect a microphone to the MIC 1/2 jack of the Mini Hi-Fi. 3 Press CD 1/2/3, or TUNER, or USB, or MP3 LINK/AUX to select the source, and start play.
4 Sing through the microphone.
• To adjust the volume of the source, press VOL +/- • To adjust the volume of the microphone, turn MIC VOL. • To adjust the echo level, turn KARAOKE ECHO VOL.
Adjust display brightness
1 Press DIM repeatedly to select different levels of display brightness.
Select button light display
1 Press LIGHT repeatedly on the main unit. Each time you press LIGHT, the main unit buttons light up in a different way.
11 Product information

Note
Product information is subject to change without prior notice.
Specifications Amplifier
| Total output power | 800W RMS |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 67dB A (IEC) |
| Frequency response | 60 - 16000Hz |
| AUX | 1500mV/2000mV |
Disc
| Laser type | Semiconductor |
| Disc diameter | 12cm/8cm |
| Support disc | CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3-CD, WMA-CD |
| Audio DAC | 24Bits / 44.1kHz |
| Total harmonic distortion | <1.5% |
| Frequency response | 60Hz -16kHz (44.1kHz) |
| S/N ratio | >75dBA |
Tuner
| Tuning range FM: 87.5 - 108MHz |
| AM: 531 - 1602kHz(9kHz); 530 - 1700kHz (10kHz) |
| Tuning grid 50KHz (FM); |
| 9KHz/10KHz (AM) |
| Number of presets 40 |
| FM 75ohm wire |
| AM Loop antenna |
Front speakers
| Impedance 2 × 6ohm |
| Woofer 2 × 5.25" |
| Tweeter 2 × 1.75" |
| Dimensions(W × H × D) 225 × 430 × 275 (mm) |
| Weight 4.93kg each |
Rear speakers
| Impedance 3ohm | |
| Speaker driver 4" + 4" (fake) | |
| Frequency response | 150Hz - 16kHz |
| Dimensions(W × H × D) | 142.5 × 345 × 171.3 (mm) |
| Weight | 2.1kg each |
Subwoofer
| AC power | 110 - 127/220 - 240V;50/60Hz |
| Power consumption | 100W |
| Impedance | 6ohm |
| Subwoofer driver 8" | |
| Dimensions(W × H × D) | 274 × 430 × 342.3 (mm) |
| Weight | 11.2kg |
General
| AC power | 110 - 127/220 - 240V; 50/60Hz, Switchable |
| Power consumption | |
| - Active | 90W |
| - Standby | ≤ 20W |
| USB direct | Version 2.0/1.1 |
| Dimensions | |
| Main unit (W × H × D) | 265 × 345 × 382 (mm) |
| Weight | 8.67kg |
USB playability information
Compatible USB devices:
• USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1) • USB flash players (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1) • memory cards (requires an additional card reader to work with this Mini Hi-Fi)
Supported formats:
• USB or memory file format FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512 bytes) • MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 Kbps and variable bit rate • WMA v9 or earlier Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels • Number of albums/folders: maximum 99 • Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999 ID3 tag v2.0 or later • File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum length: 128 bytes)
Unsupported formats:
• Empty albums: an empty album is an album that does not contain MP3/WMA files, and is not shown in the display. - Unsupported file formats are skipped. For example, Word documents (.doc) or MP3 files with extension .dlf are ignored and not played. • AAC, WAV, PCM audio files
DRM protected WMA files (.wav, .m4a, .m4p, .mp4, .aac) WMA files in Lossless format
Supported MP3 disc formats
ISO9660, Joliet Maximum title number: 999 (depending on file name length) Maximum album number: 99 Supported sampling frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1kHz, 48 kHz Supported Bit-rates: 32-320 (kbps), variable bit rates ID3 tag v2.0 or later Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels
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 at 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 cleaner.
12 Troubleshooting

Caution
Never remove the casing of this Mini Hi-Fi.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this Mini Hi-Fi, check the following points before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips web site (www.Philips.com/support). When you contact Philips, ensure that your Mini Hi-Fi is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.
No power
Ensure that the AC power plug of the Mini Hi-Fi is connected properly.
Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.
As a power-saving feature, the Mini Hi-Fi switches to standby automatically 15 minutes after disc/USB play reaches the end and no control is operated.
No sound or poor sound
Adjust the volume.
Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
Check if the stripped speaker wires are clamped.
Left and right sound outputs reversed
Check the speaker connections and location.
No response from the Mini Hi-Fi
Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on the system again.
Remote control does not work
Before you press any function button, first select the correct source with the remote control instead of the main unit.
Reduce the distance between the remote control and the Mini Hi-Fi.
Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- signs) aligned as indicated.
Replace the batteries.
Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front of the Mini Hi-Fi.
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.
Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.
Replace or clean the disc.
Use a finalized CD or correct format disc.
Cannot display some files in USB device
The number of folders or files in the USB device has exceeded a certain limit. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
The formats of these files are not supported.
USB device not supported
The USB device is incompatible with the
Mini Hi-Fi. Try another one.
Poor radio reception
Increase the distance between the Mini Hi-Fi and your TV or VCR.
If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception.
Timer does not work
Set the clock correctly. Switch on the timer. If you have set a record timer and an alarm time, only the latest timer is activated.
Clock/timer setting erased
Power has been interrupted or the power cord has been disconnected.
Reset the clock/timer.