FW326 - Hi-Fi PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Hi-Fi System
Brand	Philips
Model	FW326
Dimensions (W x H x D)	200 mm x 300 mm x 350 mm
Weight	5.5 kg
Power Output	100 W RMS
Power Supply	AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Disc Format Support	CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Cassette Deck	Yes, stereo
Tuner	FM/AM with preset stations
USB Port	Yes, for MP3 playback
AUX Input	Yes, 3.5 mm jack
Speaker Type	2-way bass reflex
Remote Control	Included
Display	LCD
Clock/Timer	Yes, with sleep timer
Equalizer	Preset sound modes
Headphone Jack	Yes, 3.5 mm
Accessories Included	Remote control, batteries, FM antenna, user manual
Warranty	2 years
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a dry cloth; avoid liquids

Frequently Asked Questions - FW326 PHILIPS

How do I set the clock on the Philips FW326?

Press and hold the CLOCK button until the hour blinks. Use the TUNING +/- buttons to set the hour, then press CLOCK again to set minutes. Press CLOCK once more to confirm.

How do I connect the speakers?

Connect the speaker wires to the spring clips on the back of the unit. Ensure the left speaker connects to the LEFT terminals and right to RIGHT. Match the polarity (+ and -).

Can I play music from a USB drive?

Yes, insert a USB drive containing MP3 files into the USB port on the front panel. Press SOURCE repeatedly until USB is selected.

How do I preset radio stations?

Tune to the desired station manually using TUNING +/-, then press and hold the PRESET button until the preset number blinks. Use TUNING +/- to select a number and press PRESET again to store.

What should I do if there is no sound?

Check that the speakers are properly connected and the volume is not set to minimum. Ensure the correct source is selected (e.g., CD, TUNER). If using headphones, unplug them.

How do I clean the CD lens?

Use a commercially available CD lens cleaning disc. Do not use liquids or attempt to open the device.

Does the FW326 have a sleep timer?

Yes, press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select a duration (e.g., 15, 30, 60 minutes). The system will turn off automatically.

What types of compact discs are supported?

The system plays CD, CD-R, and CD-RW discs. It may not play copy-protected CDs or poorly burned discs.

How do I activate the dynamic bass boost?

Press the DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) button on the remote or front panel to toggle the effect. The display will show DBB when active.

Can I connect an external device via AUX?

Yes, use a 3.5 mm audio cable to connect your device (phone, MP3 player) to the AUX IN jack on the front panel. Select AUX as the source.

USER MANUAL FW326 PHILIPS

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FW 326

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SAFETY INFORMATION

General Information 5

Safety Information 5

Preparation 6-7

Controls 8-9

Operating The System 10 - 11

CD 12-13

Tuner 14 - 15

Tape 16 - 17

Aux 17

Karaoke 17

Recording 18 - 19

Clock 19

Timer 20

Maintenance 21

Specifications 21

Troubleshooting 22

General Information

• The type plate (which contains the serial number) is located at the rear of the system.
• Recording is permissible if copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed.

Environmental Information

All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted. We have done our utmost to make the packaging easily separable into three mono-materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polythene (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.

Accessories (Supplied)

• Remote control
• Batteries (2 x AAA size) for remote control
• AM loop antenna
• FM antenna wire
• AC power cord

Safety Information

• Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or the voltage indication beside the voltage selector) of your system is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If not, please consult your dealer. The type plate is located at the rear of your system.
• When the system is switched on, do not move it around.
• Place the system on a solid base (e.g. a cabinet)
• Place the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat build-up in your system.
• Do not expose the system to excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources
• Under no circumstances should you repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty!
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens of the CD unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD player will not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the system until normal playback is possible.
• Electrostatic discharge may cause unexpected problems. See whether these problems disappear if you unplug the AC power cord and plug it in again after a few seconds
• To disconnect the system from the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket.

PREPARATION

Rear Connections

(A) AM Antenna Connection

Connect the supplied loop antenna to the AM AERIAL terminal. Place the AM loop antenna far away from the system and adjust its position for the best reception

(B) FM Wire Antenna Connection

Connect the supplied FM wire antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminal. Adjust the position of the FM antenna for the best reception

Outdoor Antenna

For better FM stereo reception connect an outdoor FM antenna to the FM AERIAL 75 Ω terminal using a 75 Ω coaxial wire

(C) Speaker Connections

• Connect the right speaker to Front terminal R, with the red wire to + and the black wire to -
• Connect the left speaker to Front terminal L, with the red wire to + and the black wire to -
• Clip the stripped portion of the speaker wire as shown

(D) Connecting other equipment to your system

You can connect the audio left and right OUT terminals of a TV, VCR, Laser Disc or DVD player to the AUX IN terminals at the rear of the system.

⑤ Adjusting the Operating Voltage (not available for version /30)

Before connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet, make sure that the voltage selector at the rear of the system is set to the local power line voltage. If not, reset the selector before connecting to the wall outlet.

⑤ AC Power Supply

After all other connections have been made, connect the AC power cord to the system and to the wall outlet.

Inserting batteries into the Remote Control

- Insert the batteries (Type R03 or AAA) into the remote control as shown in the battery compartment.

- To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove dead batteries or batteries that will not be used for a long time. For replacement, use type R03 or AAA batteries.

CONTROLS

English

Controls on the system and remote control

(1) STANDBY-ON

- to switch the system on or to standby mode

- to store radio stations automatically by pressing and holding for 2 seconds

[2] SOURCE to select the following.

CD

- to select CD inode

TUNER/(BAND)

- to select Tuner mode When in tuner mode; to select the waveband FM or MW

TAPE / (TAPE 1•TAPE 2)

- to select tape mode

AUX / (VIDEO)

- to select sound from an external source (e.g. TV, Laser Disc, DVD or VCR player)

|3| MODE SELECTION

SEARCH ◀◀ ▶▶ (TUNING ◀◀ ▶▶)

for CD to search backward/forward for TUNER to tune to a lower or higher radio frequency.

STOP ■ (CLEAR)

for CD to stop CD playback or clear a program

for TUNER to stop programming

PLAY PAUSE ▶ II

for CD to start or interrupt playback.

PREV ◀ / NEXT ▶ (PRESET ▲ ▼)

for CD to skip to the beginning of the current or previous/next track.

for TUNER to select a preset station in memory.

4 DUBBING

- to dub a tape in normal or high speed

5 DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL (DSC)

- to select the desired sound effect: OPTIMAL, JAZZ, ROCK or TECHNO.

6 DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL DISPLAY PANEL

- to view the selected DSC display.

7 DYNAMIC BASS BOOST (DBB)

- to switch on bass boost to enhance bass response or to switch off bass boost.

8 DISPLAY

- to view the current setting of the system

9 CD TRAY

10 OPEN•CLOSE

- to open or close the CD tray.

11 PROGRAM

- to program CD tracks in CD mode or preset radio stations in tuner mode.

12 INCREDIBLE SURROUND (available in model FW326 only)

- to switch on or off the surround sound effect.

13 CLOCK•TIMER

- to view clock, set clock or timer.

14 VOLUME

- to adjust the volume level

15

- to connect headphones.

16 MIC LEVEL (not available for model FW306 and version /30)

- to adjust the mixing level for karaoke or microphone recording.

17 MIC (not available for model FW306 and version /30)

- to connect microphones jack.

18 TAPE DECK 2

PLAY ▶ to start playback.

◀ to rewind the tape.

▶▶ .... to fast forward the tape.

STOP•OPEN ..... to stop playback or to open the tape door

PAUSE to interrupt playback.

RECORD ..... to start recording

PLAY ▶ to start playback.

◀ to rewind the tape.

▶▶ .... to fast forward the tape.

STOP•OPEN ..... to stop playback/recording or to open the tape door.

PAUSE .... to interrupt playback or recording.

21 TAPE DECK 1

22 REPEAT

- to repeat a CD track.

23 SHUFFLE

- to play all the tracks in random order.

24

- to switch the system to standby mode.

25 MUTE (available in model FW306 only)

- to switch off the sound temporarily.

26 TV (RC 5 code only)

- to select TV mode.

27 TV VOLUME (RC 5 code only)

- to adjust the TV volume level.

Notes for remote control:

- First select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (e.g. CD, TUNER, TAPE 1/2 or AUX).

- Then select the desired function (PLAY, NEXT, etc).

Before you begin operating the system, complete the preparation procedures.

Demonstration mode

The system has a demonstration mode that shows the various feature; offered by the system. Whenever the system is switched on from the wall socket, the demonstration mode will start automatically.

Note:

• During demonstration mode, if you press any source (or standby-on) button, the system will switch to the respective (or standby) mode.
• When the system is switched to standby mode, 5 seconds later, the demonstration mode will resume.

To cancel demonstration mode

• Press and hold STOP ■ (on the system only) for 3 seconds to stop the demonstration.
  → The demonstration mode will be switched off permanently.
  → The system will switch to standby mode.

Easy Set

EASY SET allows you to store all available radio stations in a particular band (FM or MW) automatically.

• Press and hold STANDBY•ON (on the system only) for 2 seconds; when the system is in standby or demonstration mode.
  → "EASY SET" will be displayed and followed by "TUNER".
  → EASY SET will start with the last active band.

→ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength will be stored or until 40 presets are filled

Notes :

• When EASY SET is used, all previously stored stations will be erased.
• The last preset station will appear on the display when EASY SET is completed.

Switching the system ON

- Press STANDBY•ON (on the system only), CD, TUNER, TAPE or AUX.

Switching the system to standby mode

• Press STANDBY•ON again.
  → The system will switch to standby mode

Selecting the Source

• Press the respective source selection button: CD, TUNER, TAPE or AUX.
  → The display indicates the selected source

Note:

- For an external source, make sure that you have connected the audio left and right OUT terminals of the external equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc or DVD player) to the AUX IN terminals.

Sound Control

Volume Adjustment

Adjust VOLUME to increase or decrease the sound level.

For Personal Listening

Connect the headphones plug to the ⏻ socket at the front of the system. The speakers will be muted.

Digital Sound Control (DSC)

The DSC feature enables you to enjoy special sound effects that have preset equalizer settings, providing the best music reproduction

- Press DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL (DSC) to select OPTIMAL, JAZZ, ROCK or TECHNO.

→ The Digital Sound Control display panel will light up respectively

→ "OPTIMAL, JAZZ, ROCK or TECHNO" will be displayed

Automatic DSC-DBB selection

The best setting for the DBB is automatically generated for the respective DSC selection. You can manually select the DBB setting that best suits your listening environment

	DBB On/Off
	On
	On
	Off
	Off

Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB)

The DBB mode enhances the bass response.

- Press DBB to switch on bass boost.

→ The DBB button lights up.

→ "BBB ON" will be displayed

To switch off DBB

- Press DBB again.

→ The DBB button light is switched off.

→ "BBB OFF" will be displayed.

Note:

- Some CDs or tapes might be recorded in high modulation. It may cause a distortion at high volume. If this occurs, switch off Incredible Surround (if available), DBB level or reduce the volume.

Incredible Surround (available in model FW326 only) Normal stereo sound is determined by the distance between the front speakers. When Incredible Surround is switched on, it magnifies the virtual distance between the front speakers for an incredibly wide, enveloping, stereo effect.

• Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND to switch on.
  → The INCREDIBLE SURROUND button lights up.
  → "IS" will be displayed.

To switch off Incredible Surround

- Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND again.

→ The INCREDIBLE SURROUND button light is switched off.
→ "IS OFF" will be displayed.

Mute (available in models FW306 remote control only) This feature allows you to temporarily switch off the sound of the system without switching off the system when you require a moment of silence.

• Press MUTE on the remote control to switch off the sound. → "MUTE" will be displayed.
• Press MUTE again on the remote control or increase the VOLUME level to switch on the sound.

Warning!

1) This system is designed for conventional CDs. Do not use any accessories like disc stabilizer rings or CD treatment sheets, etc., which may damage the CD mechanism.
2) Do not load more than one disc into the tray.
3) When the CD tray is loaded with a CD, do not turn over or shake the system. This may jam the CD mechanism

Loading the CD

1 Press CD to select CD mode.
2 Press OPEN-CLOSE.

→ The CD tray slides out.

3 Load a CD with the printed side up in the tray
4 Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the CD tray

- The total number of tracks and playing time appear on the display.

Playing a CD

1 Press PLAY ▶ to start playback
→ The track number and elapsed playing time of the current track appear on the display
• To interrupt playback, press PAUSE II
→ The playing time flashes.
• To resume playback, press PLAY ▶ again.
2 To stop playback, press STOP ■

Note:

- When the CD has stopped playing, the system will switch to the standby mode after 15 minutes if no button is pressed.

Selecting a desired track

Selecting a desired track at the stop mode

1 Press PREV ◀ or NEXT ▶ until the desired track appears on the display.
2 Press PLAY ▶ to start playback.

→ The selected track number and elapsed playing time appear on the display.

Selecting a desired track during playback

1 Press PREV ◀ or NEXT ▶ until the desired track appears on the display

→ The selected track number and elapsed playing time appear on the display

- If you press PREV ▶ once it will skip to the beginning of the current track and play the track again.

Searching for a particular passage during playback

- Press and hold ◀◀ or ▶▶ until the desired passage is located

→ The volume will be reduced.

- Play returns to normal when ◀ or ▶ is released.

Programming Tracks

Programming tracks of a loaded CD is possible in the stop mode. The display will indicate the total tracks stored in the program. Up to 20 tracks can be stored in the memory in any order. When 20 tracks are stored and you attempt to store another track, the display will show "PROGRAM FULL."

1 Load the desired disc in the disc tray.

2 Press PROGRAM to start programming. → The PROGRAM flag starts flashing.

3 Press PREV |◀ or NEXT ▶| to select the desired track

4 Press PROGRAM to store the track

- Repeat steps 3 to 4 to store other tracks.

5 Press STOP ■ once to end programming mode.

→ The total number of tracks programmed and total playing time appear on the display.

Notes:

- If the total playing time is more than "38:59" or if one of the programmed tracks has a number greater than 30, then "---" appears in the display instead of the total playing time.

- During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit program mode automatically.

Playing the program

1 Press PLAY ▶ to start program playback.

→ "PLAY PROGRAM" appears on the display.

→ The track number and elapsed playing time of the current track will appear on the display.

- If you press REPEAT during program playback, the current track will be played repeatedly.

→ The REPEAT and PROGRAM flags will be displayed.

2 Press STOP ■ to stop program playback.

Reviewing the program

Reviewing of the program is only possible in the stop mode.

- Press PREV ◀ or NEXT ▶I repeatedly to review the programmed tracks.

- Press STOP ■ to exit review mode.

Erasing the program (in the stop mode)

- Press CLEAR on the system.

→ "PROGRAM CLEARED" will be displayed.

Note:

- The program will be erased when the system is disconnected from the power supply. If the CD tray is opened, the program will be erased and the display will show "PROGRAM CLEARED".

Shuffle (only on remote control)

It will play all the tracks in random order. Shuffle may also be used when tracks are programmed.

To shuffle all the tracks

1 Press SHUFFLE.

→ "SHUFFLE" will be displayed.

→ The SHUFFLE flag, the track selected at random appears on the display.

- The tracks will now be played in random order until you press STOP ■.

- If you press REPEAT during shuffling, the current track will be played repeatedly.

→ The REPEAT and SHUFFLE flags will be displayed.

2 Press SHUFFLE again to resume normal playback.

→ The SHUFFLE flag disappears from the display.

Repeat (only on remote control)

It will play the current track repeatedly.

1 Press REPEAT during CD playback.

→ "REPEAT TRACK" will be displayed.

→ The REPEAT flag appears on the display.

- The track will now be played repeatedly until you press STOP ■.

2 Press REPEAT again to resume normal playback.

→ The REPEAT flag disappears from the display.

Tuning to radio stations

1 Press TUNER to select TUNER mode.
→ "TUNER" will be displayed. A few seconds later, the current frequency or the radio station name if available will be displayed
2 Press TUNER (BAND) again to select the desired waveband : FM or MW.
3 Press TUNING ◀◀ or ▶▶ for more than one second, then release.
→ The display will show 'SEARCH' until a radio station with sufficient signal strength is found
- Repeat this procedure until the desired station is reached.
- To tune to a weak station, briefly press TUNING ◀◀ or ▶▶ until the display shows the desired frequency and/or when the best reception has been obtained.

Easy Set

EASY SET all wvs you to store all available radio stations in a particula band (FM or MW) automatically.

- Press and hold STANDBY•ON (on the system only) for 2 seconds; when the system is in standby or demonstration mode.

→ "EASY SET" will be displayed and followed by "TUNE 2".
→ EASY SET will start with the last active band.
→ All available radio stations with sufficient signal strength i will be stored or until 40 presets are filled.

Notes :

• When EASY SET is used, all previously stored radio stations will be erased.
• The last preset radio station will appear on the display when EASY SET is completed.

Storing Preset Stations

You can store up to 40 radio stations in the memory. When a preset radio station is selected, the preset number appears next to the frequency on the display.

Automatic programming

1 Press TUNER
2 Press TUNER (BAND) again to select the desired waveband FM or MW
3 Press PROGRAM for more than one second

→ PROGRAM flag starts flashing and 'RUTO' will be displayed
→ Every available station for the selected waveband will be stored automatically. The frequency and preset number will be displayed briefly
→ The system will stop searching when all the available radio stations are stored or when the memory for 40 preset radio stations is used
→ The system will remain tuned to the last stored preset radio station

- Repeat the above procedure to store other preset radio stations for the other waveband. Remember to select the next available preset number before proceeding. If not, some of the preset radio stations may be erased.

Notes

You can cancel the automatic programming by pressing PROGRAM or STOP ■ (on the syste
- If you want to reserve a section of preset numbers, for example preset numbers 1 to 9, select preset 10 before starting automatic programming now only the preset numbers 10 to 40 will be programmed

Manual programming

1 Press TUNER.
2 Press TUNER (BAND) to select the desired waveband : FM or MW.
3 Press PROGRAM for less than one second.

→ PROGRAM flag, the frequency and preset number start flashing.

- The next available preset number will be displayed for selection.

4 Press TUNING ◀◀ or ▶▶ to tune to the desired frequency.
- If you wish to store the radio station to another preset number, press PRESET ▼ or ▲ to select the desired preset number
5 Press PROGRAM again.

→ PROGRAM flag will stop flashing, and the radio station will be stored.

- Repeat the above procedure to store other preset radio stations.

Notes:

• When 40 radio stations are stored and you attempt to store another radio station, the display will show "PROGRAM FULL" If you want to change an existing preset number; repeat steps 4 and 5.
• You can cancel manual programming by pressing STOP ■ (on the system only).
• During programming, if no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the system will exit program mode automatically.

Tuning to Preset Radio Stations

• Press PRESET ▼ or ▲ to select the desired preset number.
  → The preset number, frequency and waveband appear on the display

Changing the MW tuning grid

(not available for version /30)

The frequency step can be changed if necessary. In North and South America, the frequency step between adjacent channels in the MW band is 10 kHz. In other parts of the world, it is 9 kHz. The frequency step preset in the factory is 9 kHz.

For MW Band

To change from 9 kHz to 10 kHz or vice versa

Changing of tuning grid will erase all previously stored preset stations.

1 Disconnect the system from the AC power supply (pull out the AC power cord).
2 Press and hold TUNER and TUNING▶ while reconnecting the system to the AC power supply → Display will show "GRID #0" or "GRID S"

Notes:

• GRID 9 indicates that the tuning grid is in step of 9 kHz in MW band. GRID 10 indicates that the tuning grid is in step of 10 kHz in MW band.
• FM tuning grid will also be changed from 50 kHz to 100 kHz or vice versa. All preset stations will also be erased.

Loading a tape

• Press STOP•OPEN.
  • The tape deck door opens.
• Load the tape with the open side downward and the full spool to the left.
• Close the tape deck door.

Tape Playback

1 Press TAPE to select TAPE mode. — "TRAPE" will be displayed.
2 Load the tape into the selected tape deck.
3 Press PLAY ▶ to start playback.
• To interrupt playback, press PAUSE.
• To resume playback, press PAUSE again.
4 Press STOP•OPEN to end playback.

Rewind/Fast Forward

At the stop mode

1 You can rewind or fast forward a tape by pressing ◀◀ or ▶▶ respectively.
→ The tape will stop automatically at the end of rewinding or fast forwarding.
2 Press STOP•OPEN to stop rewinding or fast forwarding.

Continuous Playback From Tape Deck 2 to Tape Deck 1

1 Press TAPE to select TAPE mode.
2 Load the tapes in tape deck 1 and 2
3 Press PLAY ▶ on tape deck 2
4 Press PAUSE on tape deck 1.
5 Press PLAY ▶ on tape deck 1

→Playback will begin with tape deck 2 and will continue with tape deck 1 when playback on tape deck 2 ends

6 Press STOP•OPEN if you want to stop playback before the end of the tape in tape deck 1 or tape deck 2

Notes

• During rewinding or fast forwarding of a tape, it is also possible to select another source mode (e.g. CD, TUNER or AUX mode)
• Check and tighten slack tape before use with a pencil. Slack tape may get jammed or may burst in the mechanism
• C-120 tape is extremely thin and is easily deformed or damaged. It is not recommended for use in this system
• Store the tapes at room temperature and do not put them too close to a magnetic field (for example, a transformer, TV or loudspeaker boxes)

Selecting External Equipment

If you have connected the audio out terminals of the external equipment (TV, VCR, Laser Disc or DVD player) to the AUX IN terminals, you can hear the enhanced sound from the system.

- Press AUX to select the external mode. → "RUX" will be displayed.

Note:

- All the sound control features (e.g. DSC, DBB, etc.) are available for selection.

Microphone Mixing

(not available for model FW306 and version /30)

1 Set the MIC LEVEL control to the minimum level to prevent acoustic feedback (e.g. a loud howling sound) before you connect the microphone.
2 Connect a microphone to the MIC socket.
3 Press CD, TUNER, TAPE or AUX.
4 Play the selected source.
5 Adjust the volume level with VOLUME control.
6 Adjust the MIC LEVEL control to the mixing level that you want.
7 Start singing or talking through the microphone.

Notes:

• For recording, use only tape of IEC type I (normal tape)
• The tape is secured at both ends with leader tape. At the beginning and end of tape, nothing will be recorded for six to seven seconds.
• The recording level is set automatically, regardless of the position of VOLUME, DBB or Incredible Surround (if available).
• To prevent accidental recording, break out the tab on the left shoulder of the tape side you want to protect.

One Touch Recording

- For One Touch Recording, as soon as you press RECORD, the current source will be recorded on tape deck 1.

1 Load a blank tape in tape deck 1.
2 Press RECORD on tape deck 1 to start recording → The REC flag starts flashing.
3 Press PAUSE to interrupt recording.
4 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1 to stop recording

Dubbing tapes (from tape deck 2 to tape deck 1)

1 Load the prerecorded tape into tape deck 2 and a blank tape into tape deck 1
→ Make sure that both tapes have their full spool to the left
2 Press DUBBING to switch between normal and high speed dubbing
→ "NORMAL" (normal speed) or "FAST" (high speed) will be displayed
→ HSD flag appears on the display for high speed dubbing
3 Press PAUSE on tape deck 1
4 Press RECORD on tape deck 1
5 Press PLAY on tape deck 2
→ Recording will start automatically
→ The REC flag starts flashing
6 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1 and tape deck 2 to stop dubbing
- At the end of side A, flip the tapes to side B and repeat the procedure
- Dubbing of tapes is only possible from tape deck 2 to tape deck 1
- To ensure good dubbing, use tapes of the same length.
- During high speed dubbing in Tape mode, the sound is reduced to a low volume

Notes

CD Synchro Start Recording

During CD synchro start recording.

- It is not advisable to fast forward/rewind your tape in tape deck 2.

- It is not possible to listen to another source.

1 Load a blank tape into tape deck 1 and a disc into the disc tray.

2 Press CD.

- You can program the tracks in the order you want them to be recorded (see Programming Tracks). If not, the tracks are recorded according to the disc.

3 Press RECORD on tape deck 1 to start recording

4 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1 to stop recording and STOP ■ to stop CD playback.

Recording from other sources (only on tape deck 1)

1 Load a blank tape into tape deck 1.
2 Press CD. TUNER or AUX.
- Start playback of the selected source.
3 Press RECORD on tape deck 1 to start recording.
→ The REC flag is flashing.
4 Press PAUSE to interrupt recording.
5 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1 to stop recording.

Note:

- During recording, it is not possible to listen to another sound source.

View Clock

You can view the clock (if it is set) at standby or any source mode. It will be displayed for about 7 seconds.

• Press CLOCK•TIMER briefly.
  → "10:25" (the current time) will be displayed.
  → "--:--" will be displayed if the clock is not set.

Clock Setting

The clock is set in 24-hour mode, e.g. "00:00" or "23:59". Before setting the clock, you must be in the View Clock mode.

1 Press CLOCK•TIMER to select clock mode.
→ "00·00" or the current time starts flashing
→ "◀◀,▶▶, |◀, ▶|, ■ light up (for model FW326 only).

2 Set the hour with ◀ or ▶.

3 Set the minute with ◀ or ▶.

4 Press CLOCK•TIMER again to store the setting.

→ The clock starts running.

- To exit without storing the setting, press STOP ■.

Notes:

- During clock setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit clock setting mode automatically.

- When a power interruption occurs, the clock setting is erased.

Timer Setting

• The system can switch on to CD or TUNER mode automatically at a preset time. It can serve as an alarm to wake you up. After half an hour from the preset time, the system will return to the standby mode if no button is pressed.
• Before setting the timer, make sure the clock is set correctly.
• The timer I as to be reset or start again for each subsequent: preset time.
• The volume of the timer will be at the last setting before the set is switched to standby mode.

1 Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER for more than 2 seconds to select timer mode.
→ "ON 00:00" or the last set timer starts flashing. The TIMER flag flashes.
→ The last selected source is lighted while other available sources are flashing.
→ "◀◀,▶▶,◀,▶▶,■" light up (for model FW326 only).
2. Press CD or TUNER to select the desired source.
3 Press ◀ or ▶ to set the hour for the timer to start.
4 Press |◀ or ▶| to set the minute for the timer to start.
5 Press CLOCK•TIMER to store the start time.
→ The TIMER is now set.
→ The TIMER flag remains on the display.
- To exit without storing the setting, press STOP ■.

• At the preset time, the TIMER will be activated
  → The selected source will be played.
  → The TIMER flag disappears from the display.

Notes:

• During timer setting, if no button is pressed within 90 seconds, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically.
• If the source selected is TUNER, the last tuned frequency will be switched on.
• If the source selected is CD, the first track of the disc will be played. If the CD tray is empty, the TUNER source will be selected instead

To cancel the TIMER

1 Press CLOCK•TIMER for more than 2 seconds

2 Press PAUSE II to cancel the timer.

→ "CANCEL" will be displayed.

→ The TIMER flag disappears from the display

To start the TIMER again (for the same time)

1 Press CLOCK•TIMER for more than 2 seconds

2 Press CLOCK•TIMER again to store the start time and the selected source.

Maintenance

Cleaning the Cabinet

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

Cleaning Discs

• When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for analog records

Cleaning the CD lens

After prolonged usage, dirt or dust may accumulate at the CD lens. To ensure good playback quality, clean the CD lens with Philips CD Lens Cleaner or any commercially available. Follow the instructions supplied with the Lens Cleaner.

Cleaning the Heads and the Tape Paths

• To ensure good recording and playback quality, clean the heads, the capstan(s), and pressure roller(s) after every 50 hours of tape operation.
• Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol
• You can also clean the heads by playing a cleaning tape through once

Demagnetizing the heads

- Use a demagnetizing tape available at your dealer.

Specifications

AMPLIFIER

Output power
FW306
PMPO 300 W
W326
PMPO 800 W
Signal-to-noise ratio. ≥ 75 dBA (IEC)
Frequency response 60-16,000Hz,±3dB
Input sensitivity
Aux In 500mV
Microphone (for model FW326/21 only) ..... 2.5 mV
Output
Speakers (FW306) ≥ 3 W
Speakers (FW326) ≥ 6 W
Headphones.... 32 Ω - 1000 Ω
(1) ± 1 dB

CD PLAYER

Number of programmable tracks 20

Frequency range 40 - 20000 Hz

Signal-to-noise ratio ≥ 80 dBA

Channel separation ≥60 dB (1 kHz)

Total harmonic distortion .... <0.003%

TUNER

FM wave range 87.5-108 MHz

MW wave range (9 kHz) 531 - 1602 kHz

MW wave range (10 kHz) 530–1700 kHz

Tuning grid 9/10 kHz

Number of presets 40

Antenna

FM 75Ω wire

AM Loop antenna

TAPE DECK

Frequency range

Normal tape (type I) 80 - 12500 Hz (8 dB)

Signal-to-noise ratio

Normal tape (type I) ≥ 48 dBA

Wow and flutter .. .... ≤ 0.4% JIS

SPEAKERS (FW306)

System .... Double port bass reflex

Impedance 3Ω

Woofer 1×4"

Dimensions (w x h x d) 210 x 310 x 180 (mm)

Weight 1.84 kg each

SPEAKERS (FW326)

System 2-way; Double port bass reflex

Impedance 6Ω

Woofer 1×5.5"

Tweeter 2.5' Polydome

Dimensions (w x h x d) 210 x 310 x 230 (mm)

Weight 2.85 kg each

GENERAL INFORMATION

Material/finish Polystyrene

AC Power .... 110-127/220-240V; 50/60Hz; Switchable

Power Consumption

FW306

Active 40 W

Standby .... ≤ 20 W

FW326

Active 45 W

Standby ≤ 14 W

Dimensions (w x h x d) 265 x 310 x 330 (mm)

Weight (without speakers)

FW306 4.78 kg

FW326 5.1 kg

Subject to modification

TROUN SCHOOTING

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Warning! Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warrant.

• If a fault occurs, check the points listed below before taking the system for repair.
• Should any problems persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest dealer or service center.

CD Player Operation

"NO DISC" is displayed.

• The disc is inserted upside down.
→ Place CD with printed side up.
• Moisture :ondensation.
→ Wait until, lens has adjusted to normal room temperature.
• There is no disc in the CD tray.
→ Insert a C).
• The CD is dirty, badly scratched or warped.
→ Clean or replace the CD.
• The CD le is is dirty or dusty
→ See section under Maintenance.

Radio Reception

Poor radio reception

• The sigma strength is too weak.
→ Adjust the antenna.
• The TV or VCR is too close to the stereo system.
→ Separate 'he stereo system from the TV or VCR.
→ Connect an external antenna for better reception.

Tape Deck Operation

"RECORDING ACTIVE" is displayed.
• A recording is in progress.
- Stop the recording or wait until it is finished.
"TRAPE DUBBING ONLY" is displayed.
- Tape dubbing is only possible in tape mode.
→ Switch source to tape mode.

Recording or playback cannot be made or there is a decrease in audio level.

• Dirty tape heads, capstans or pressure rollers.
  → See section on tape deck maintenance.
  • Magnetic build-up in the record/playback head.
  → Use demagnetizing tape.

General

System does not react when any button is pressed.

• Electrostatic discharge.
- Press STANDBY-ON to switch the system off. Remove the AC power plug from the wall outlet, then reconnect and switch on the system again.

No or poor sound.

• Volume is not turned up.
→ Adjust VOLUME
• The headphones are connected.
→ Disconnect the headphones.
- Speakers are not connected or are connected wrongly.
→ Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
→ Make sure that the stripped speaker wire is clamped.

Reversed left and right sound.

• Speakers are connected wrongly.
  → Check the speaker connections and location.
  Lack of bass sound or apparently imprecise physical location of musical instruments.
• Speakers are connected wrongly.
  → Check the speaker connection for proper phasing, red/black wires to red/black terminals.
  Remote control has no effect on the system.
  • The distance to the system is too large
  → Reduce the distance.
  • Batteries are inserted incorrectly.
  → Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- signs) as indicated..
• Batteries are exhausted.
  → Replace the batteries
• Wrong source is selected
  → Select the source (CD, TUNER, etc.) before pressing the function button, (PLAY, PREV/NEXT, etc.)

Timer not working.

• Timer is not switched on.
  → Press CLOCK•TIMER to switch on the timer.
  • Dubbing/recording is in progress.
  → Stop dubbing/recording

System displays features automatically; buttons flash continuously.

• Demonstration mode is switched on.
→ Press and hold STOP ■ for 3 seconds to switch off the demonstration.

Warranty conditions valid for Colour Television, Video Cassette Recorders, Audio Systems, and Portable Audio.

The benefits given to the purchaser by this warranty are in addition to all other rights and remedies which the purchaser has in respect of the product under the Trade Practices Act or other Commonwealth or State Law. Philips Sound and Vision warrants it's products to the purchaser as follows and subject to the stated conditions.

12 months free service

Any defect in materials or workmanship in the product occurring within 12 months from the original date of purchase will be rectified free of charge by Philips Service or one of our authorised service centers.

Conditions of warranty

1. All claims for warranty service should be made to your nearest Philips Service Branch or to a Philips authorised service dealer. Reasonable evidence of date of purchase must be provided
2. This warranty extends only to defects occurring under normal use of the product when operated in accordance with the instructions
3. Home service within the normal service area of Philips Service or one of our authorised service centres will be provided for television receivers with screen size 59cm and above. All other products are to be brought or sent to your nearest Philips Service Branch or to an authorised service centre.
4. This warranty does not cover
   a) Mileage or traveling time, pickup or delivery, cost of insurance.
   b) Service costs arising from failure to correctly adjust the controls of the product or to observe the instructions, or inspections that reveal that the product is in normal working order

c) Product failures caused by misuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, accidental breakage, transit damage, inexpert repairs or modification by unauthorised persons, lightning strikes, vermin intestation or liquid spillage.
d) Cleaning of video or audio heads.
e) Inadequate receiving antennae.
f) Replacement of worn or used batteries, styli or other consumables.

The conditions contained in this warranty replace and override the provisions of the World-Wide Guarantee for Products sold in Australia.

Philips Service Branches

To contact your nearest Philips Service Branch call

13-13-92 from anywhere in Australia.

Sydney

Technology Park, Australia Centre

3 Figtree Drive, Homebush NSW 2140

Newcastle &-Central Coast

984 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302

Perth

1 Fredrick Street, Belmont WA 6104

Melbourne

Cnr Wellington &, Springvale Roads, Mulgrave VIC 3170

Brisbane

10 Graystone Street, Tingalpa QLD 4173

Also Service Centres:

Adelaide

348 Torrens Road, Croydon Park SA 5008

Hobart

2A Pierce Street, Moonah TAS 7009

Wollongong

1/216 Corrimal Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

Canberra

Unit F., 66–70 Maryborough Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609

Service is also provided through 1,200 accredited service dealers throughout Australia. To find out about your nearest centre, call 13 13 92.

Call us direct on the Philips Customer Helpline

Philips customer care lasts as long as you keep the product. Whenever you need any information on the care or operation of your product, remember it's always best to go straight to the source. Phone Philips Helpline direct on

13 13 91

7 days a week

- your call is always welcome.

Please record the following information for your records and keep in a safe place.

Model No:

Serial No:

Please retain your purchase receipt which is required to claim service under warranty.

Philips Electronics Australia Limited

ACN 008 445 743, 3 Figtree Drive

Homebush NSW 2140

Version 2, GB/97, FPCP-030

NEW ZEALAND

MEXICO NOM

Guarantee and Service for New Zealand

Thank-you for purchasing this quality Philips product. Philips New Zealand Ltd guarantees this product against defective components and faulty workmanship for a period of 12 months. Any defect in materials or workmanship occurring within 12 months from the date of purchase subject to the following conditions will be rectified free of charge by the retailer from whom this product was purchased.

Conditions

1. The product must have been purchased in New Zealand. As proof of purchase, retain the original sales docket indicating the date of purchase.
2. The guaran ee applies only to faults caused by defective components, or faulty workmanship on the part of the manufacturer.
3. The guaran ee does not cover failures caused by misuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, accidental breakage, use on the incorrect voltage, use contrary to operating ir structions, or unauthorised modification to the product or repair by an unauthorised technician.
4. Reasonable evidence (in the form of a sales docket) must be supplied to indicate that the product was purchased to more than 12 months prior to the date of your claim.
5. In the even of a failure, Philips shall be under no liability for any injury, or any loss or damage caused to property or products other than the product under guarantee.

This guarantee does not prejudice your rights under common law and statute, and is in addition to the normal responsibility of the retailer and Philips.

How to claim

Should your Philips product fail within the guarantee period, please return it to the retailer from whom it was purchased. In most cases the retailer will be able to satisfactorily repair or replace the product. However, should the retailer not be able to conclude the matter satisfactorily, or if you have other difficulties claiming under this guarantee, please contact

The Guarantee Controller

Philips New Zealand Ltd.

P.O. Box 41.021

Auckland

(09) 84 94 160

fax [phone]

"Meet PHILIPS at the internet http://www.philips.com"

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