CD Soundmachine
AZ 1500
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AZ 1505
Audio
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AZ 1500
AZ 1505
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English:This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emis-
sions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Cana-
dian Department of Communications.
Français: Cet appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur
le Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
L’appareil répond aux normes FCC, Part 15 et 21 CFR 1040.10.
Fonctionnement soumis aux deux conditions suivantes :
1. Cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences nuisibles, et
2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences
susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionement peu satisfaisant.
El aparato cumple las normas FCC, Parte 15 y 21 CFR 1040.10.
Funcionamiento dependiente de dos condiciones siguientes:
1. Este aparato no puede provocar interferencia dañina, y
2. Este aparato debe aceptar cualquier interferencia recibida, incluyendo las
interferencias que pueden provocar un funcionamiento insuficiente.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Model No. ______________________
Serial No. _______________________
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This “bolt of lightning” indi-
cates uninsulated material
within your unit which may
WARNING: TO PREVENT
FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
cause an electrical shock. For the
safety of everyone in your household,
please do not remove product covering.
CAUTION: To prevent electric
shock, match wide blade of plug to
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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 a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventila-
tion openings. Install in accor-
dance with the manufacturers
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat regis-
ters, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the
12.
Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table speci-
fied by the manufacturer or
sold with the apparatus.When
a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/appara-
tus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during light-
ning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as if the power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
or when the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15.Battery usage CAUTION – To
prevent battery leakage which may
result in bodily injury or damage to the
unit:
safety purpose of
the polarized or
grounding-type plug.
AC Polarized
Plug
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong.The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from
● Install all batteries correctly, + and - as
marked on the unit.
● Do not mix batteries (old and new or
carbon and alkaline, etc.).
10.
being walked on or pinched, particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the ● Remove batteries when the unit is not
point where they exit from the apparatus. used for a long time.
11.Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
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Class II equipment symbol
This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system.
LIMITED WARRANTY
PORTABLE AUDIO
OneYear Free Exchange
This product must be carried in for an exchange.
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EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN U.S.A.,
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purchase enclosed, to the address listed below.
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Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.
For one year thereafter, a defective or inoperative product
will be replaced with a new, renewed or comparable
product at no charge to you.A replacement product is
covered only for the original warranty period.When the
warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on
the replacement product also expires.
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reception problems caused by signal conditions or
cable or antenna systems outside the unit.
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product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer
Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer
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local Philips service organization will attempt to provide a
replacement product (although there may be a delay if the
appropriate product is not readily available).
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CONTROL/POWER SUPPLY
ACCESSORIES
BACK PANEL
1 x AC power cord
% Telescopic antenna - improves FM reception.
1 x Remote Control (for AZ1505 model only)
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- 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack.
Note: The speakers will be muted when headphones
are connected to the set.
TOP AND FRONT PANEL (See 1)
1 VOLUME 3 , 4 - to adjust volume level.
2 DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) - activates a more vivid
bass response.
& AC MAINS - inlet for power cord.
* Battery compartment - for 6 batteries, type
R-14, UM2 or C-cells.
3 POWER slider - selects TAPE/ RADIO / CD func-
tion and also the power off switch (TAPE/ OFF).
4 BAND - selects waveband.
REMOTE CONTROL (for AZ1505 model only)
1 VOLUME 3 , 4 - adjusts volume level.
2 SHUFFLE - plays all CD tracks in random order.
3 2; - starts or pauses CD playback.
4 SEARCH 5 , 6 - searches backwards/
forwards within a track.
5 0-9: - digit panel
CD: - track selection and direct playback;
RADIO: - selecting a preset station.
6 PROGRAM
CD: - programs tracks and reviews the program;
Tuner: - programs preset radio stations.
7 SEARCH ∞ , §
5 PRESET + ,
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(up, down) - selects a preset radio
station.
6 TUNING ∞ , § (down, up) - tunes to tuner stations.
7 9 - to stop playback;
- erases a CD program.
8 ¡ , ™ - skips to the beginning of a current track
previous/ subsequent track.
CD: - searches backward and forward within a track;
- skips to the beginning of a current track/ previ-
ous/ later track.
RADIO: - (down, up) tunes to radio stations.
8 MODE - selects different play modes: e.g. REPEAT
or SHUFFLE (random) order.
9 REPEAT - repeats a track /program/ entire CD.
9 2; - starts or pauses CD playback.
0 9 - to stop playback;
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
- erases a CD program.
! Display - shows the status of the set.
@ LIFT TO OPEN - lift here to open CD-tape door.
# REMOTE SENSOR - (for AZ1505 model only)
infrared sensor for remote control.
$ CASSETTE RECORDER keys:
RECORD 0 - to start recording.
POWER SUPPLY
Whenever convenient, use the AC power supply to
conserve battery life. Make sure you remove the
power plug from the set and wall outlet before
inserting batteries.
PLAY 2 - to start playback.
SEARCH 5 / 6 - fast rewinds/ winds tape.
STOP 9 - stops tape.
Batteries (not included)
PAUSE ; - pauses playback or recording.
• Insert 6 batteries, type R-14, UM-2 or C-cells,
(preferably alkaline) with the correct polarity. (See 7)
• Remote control (AZ1505 model only)
Insert 2 batteries, type AAA, R03 or UM4
(preferably alkaline). (See 9)
POWER SUPPLY
DIGITAL TUNER
IMPORTANT!
DIGITAL TUNER
Tuning to radio stations
• Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte
leakage and will corrode the compartment or cause
the batteries to burst.
• Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with carbon
zinc. Only use batteries of the same type for the
set.
• When inserting new batteries, do not try to mix old
batteries with the new ones.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, so
they should be disposed of properly.
1. Adjust the POWER slider to RADIO.
™ tuis displayed briefly and then the radio
station frequency, waveband and, if pro-
grammed, a preset number are shown. (See 3)
2. Press BAND once or more to select your wave-
band.
3. Press and hold SEARCH ∞ or § until the
frequency in the display starts running.
™ The radio automatically tunes to a station of
sufficient reception. Display shows Srch
during automatic tuning.
Using AC Power
1. Check if the AC power supply, as shown on the
type plate located on the bottom of the set,
corresponds to your local power supply. If it does
not, consult your dealer or service center.
2. Connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
3. To disconnect the power supply, unplug the set
from the wall outlet.
4. Repeat step 3 if necessary until you find the
desired station.
To tune to a weak station, press ∞ or § briefly and
repeatedly until you have found optimal reception.
To improve radio reception:
• For FM, extend, incline and turn the telescopic
antenna. Reduce its length if the signal is too
strong.
• For AM, the set uses a built-in antenna. Direct this
antenna by turning the whole set.
The type plate is located on the bottom of the
set.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Programming radio stations
Switching on and off and selecting function
1. To switch on, adjust the POWER slider to select:
CD, RADIO or TAPE function, and operate the
respective function controls.
2. To switch off, adjust the POWER slider to select
TAPE/OFF and make sure all the
cassette keys are released.
Note : The DBB setting, tuner presets and the
volume will be retained in the set's memory.
You can store up to a total of 40 radio stations in the
memory, manually or automatically (Autostore).
Manual programming
1. Tune to your desired station (see Tuning to radio
stations).
2. Press PROGRAM to activate programming.
™ Display: Pr -- and PROG flashes.
3. Use the digit panel on the set to key in a number,
1-40, to select a preset station. E.g. press 1,1 if
you want to store your station as preset 11. (See
4)
Adjusting volume and sound (See 2)
1. Press the VOLUME 3 or 4 controls to adjust the
volume.
2. Press DBB once or more to select dynamic bass
boost on or off.
• Remote control (AZ1505 models only): Press
PRESET + /
-
once or more to select a preset
station.
4. Press PROGRAM to confirm.
5. Repeat steps 1-4 to store other stations.
Note : You can erase a preset station by storing
another frequency in its place.
DIGITAL TUNER
CD PLAYER
Autostore
Direct Easy Access
Autostore automatically starts programming radio
stations from preset 1. Available stations are
• Key in the number of the track using the digit panel
on the set.
programmed in order of waveband reception strength: SEARCH ∞ or §
FM, followed by AM. Any previous presets e.g.
manually programmed will be erased.
• Press PROGRAM for 4 seconds or more to activate
autostore programming.
• Press SEARCH ∞ or § once or repeatedly to
select your track.
Finding a passage within a track
™ The display shows AUtO, PROG blinks,
followed by the radio station details when
stored.
After all stations are stored, the first preset station
will then automatically play.
1. Press and hold SEARCH ∞ or §.
– The CD is played at high speed and low volume.
2. When you recognize the passage you want,
release ∞ or § to resume normal playback.
Note : During a CD program or if SHUFFLE/ REPEAT
active, searching is only possible within a track.
To listen to a preset station
• Direct Easy Access: use the digit panel on the set
Different play modes: SHUFFLE and REPEAT
to key in a number, 1-40, to select a preset station. You can select and change the various play modes
• Remote control (AZ1505 models only): optionally,
before or during playback, and combine the modes
with PROGRAM. (See 5)
SHUFFLE - tracks of the entire CD/ program are
played in random order
press PRESET + ,
-
to select your preset station.
CD PLAYER
SHUFFLE REPEAT ALL - to repeat the entire CD/
program continuously in random order
REPEAT ALL - repeats the entire CD/ program
REPEAT - plays the current track continuously
Playing a CD
This CD player plays Audio Discs including CD-
Recordables and CD-Rewritables.
1. Adjust the POWER slider to CD.
2. Insert a CD with the printed side facing up and
close the door.
™ noCdif no CD inserted/ CD dirty, incorrectly
inserted or damaged.
™ nFCdif you have inserted a non-finalized CD-
R(W).
1. To select play mode, press MODE once or more.
2. Press 2; to start playback if in the stop position.
3. To select normal playback, press MODE repeated-
ly until the various modes are no longer displayed.
– You can also press the
play mode.
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button to cancel your
3. Press 2; to start playback.
™ dAtAif your CD contains non-audio i.e. data
files.
Programming track numbers
In the stop position, select and store your CD tracks in
the desired sequence. Up to 20 tracks can be stored in
the memory.
1. Press SEARCH ∞ or § on the set to select your
desired track number.
4. To pause playback press 2;. Press 2; again to
resume play.
™ Display:
5. To stop CD playback, press the
Note : CD play will also stop when:
2
flashes during pause.
9
button.
2. Press PROGRAM.
- the CD-tape door is opened
™ Display: PROG, Prand your selected track
number. (See 6)
™ If you attempt to program without first
selecting a track number, noSEis shown.
- the CD has reached the end
- you select TAPE or RADIO function.
Selecting a different track
There are 2 ways:
CD PLAYER
CASSETTE RECORDER
3. Repeat steps 1-2 to select and store all desired
tracks.
™ Display: FULLif you try to program more
than 20 tracks.
• To protect a tape from accidental erasure, break
out the tabs. If you wish to record again, cover the
tabs with a piece of adhesive tape.
CD Synchro Start Recording
Reviewing the program
1. Adjust the POWER slider to CD.
2. Insert a CD and if desired, program track numbers.
3. Insert a suitable tape into the cassette deck and
close the door.
In the stop position, press and hold PROGRAM until
the display shows all your stored track numbers in
sequence.
4. Press RECORD 0 to start recording.
– Playing of the CD program starts automatically
from the beginning of the program. You don't
need to start the CD player separately.
™ To select and record a particular passage
within a CD track:
Erasing a program
You can erase the program by:
• pressing
9
twice
™ CLris displayed briefly and PROG
disappears.
• You select TAPE or RADIO function.
• Press SEARCH ∞ or §. Release the control when
you recognize the passage you want.
• To pause CD playback, press 2;.
CASSETTE RECORDER
• Recording starts from this exact point in the track
Cassette playback
1. Adjust the POWER slider to TAPE.
2. Insert a cassette as shown and close the door.
when you press RECORD 0
5. To pause recording, press PAUSE ;. Press
PAUSE again to resume recording.
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3. Press
2
to start playback.
6. To stop recording, press STOP
9.
™ Display: shows tAPEthroughout tape
operation.
Recording from the Radio
1. Tune to the desired radio station (see Tuning to
radio stations).
4. To pause playback press PAUSE ;. Press again to
resume.
2. Follow steps 3-6, under CD Synchro Start
Recording.
5. Press SEARCH 5 or 6 to fast wind the tape.
6. To stop the tape, press STOP
9.
The keys are automatically released at the end of a
tape and the set switched off, except if PAUSE
;
has
been activated.
General information on recording
• Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or.
other rights of third parties are not infringed.
• For recording, use only NORMAL type cassettes
(IEC type I) on which the tabs have not yet been
broken. This deck is not suited for recording on
CHROME (IEC II) or METAL (IEC IV) type
cassettes.
• The best recording level is set automatically.
Altering the VOLUME or DBB controls will not
affect the recording.
CASSETTE RECORDER
SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
• To clean the CD, wipe in a straight line from the
center towards the edge using a soft, lint-free
cloth. Do not use cleaning agents as they may
damage the disc.
SAFETY & MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
(See 8)
• Don't expose the set, batteries, CDs or cassettes to
humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat.
• Clean the set with a dry cloth. Don't use any
cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia,
benzene or abrasives as these may harm the set.
• Place the set on a hard and flat surface so that the
system does not tilt. Make sure there is good
ventilation to prevent the set overheating.
• The mechanical parts of the set contain
self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or
lubricated.
• Never write on a CD or attach any stickers to it.
Tape deck maintenance
To ensure quality recording and playback of the tape
deck, clean parts A, B and C as shown, once a
month. Use a cotton bud slightly moistened with
alcohol or a special head cleaning fluid to clean the
deck.
1. Open the CD-tape door.
2. Press PLAY 2 and clean the roller C.
3. Press PAUSE
capstan B.
4. After cleaning, press STOP
;
and clean the heads A, and the
CD player and CD handling
• If the CD player cannot read CDs correctly, use a
cleaning CD to clean the lens before taking the set
to repair.
9.
• The lens of the CD player should never be touched!
• Sudden changes in the surrounding temperature
can cause condensation on the lens of your CD
player. Playing a CD is then not possible. Do not
attempt to clean the lens but leave the set in a
warm environment until the moisture evaporates.
• Always close the CD-tape door to avoid dust on the
lens.
Environmental information
We have done our best to reduce the packaging and make it easy to separate into 3 materials:
cardboard, expandable polystyrene, polyethylene.
Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a
specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of
packaging, dead batteries and old equipment.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.
If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
WARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no
circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will
invalidate the warranty.
No sound /power
dAtAindication
– Volume not adjusted
• Adjust the VOLUME
– CD contains non-audio files
•
Press SEARCH ∞ or § once or more to skip to a
– Power cord not securely connected
• Connect the AC power cord properly
– Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted
• Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
– Headphones connected to the set
• Disconnect headphones
CD audio track, instead of the data file
The CD skips tracks
– CD damaged or dirty
• Replace or clean CD
– SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active
• Switch off SHUFFLE / PROGRAM
Severe radio hum or noise
Poor cassette sound quality
– Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or
computer
• Move the set to increase the distance
– Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.
• Clean deck parts, see Maintenance
– Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL or
CHROME)
Poor radio reception
– Weak radio signal
• FM: Adjust the FM telescopic aerial
• Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording
Recording does not work
noPrindication
– Cassette tab(s) may be broken
• Apply adhesive tape over the missing tab space
– During programming radio preset stations, you have
keyed in a preset number that exceeds the maximum
preset number i.e. 40
Remote control does not function properly (for
AZ1505 model only)
• Key in a preset number from 1-40
– Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted
• Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
– Distance/ angle between the set too large
• Reduce the distance/ angle
noCdindication
– CD badly scratched or dirty
•
Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance
– Laser lens steamed up
• Wait until lens has cleared
nFCdindication
– CD-R(W) is blank/ not finalized
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Use a finalized CD-R(W)
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