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FW- C50
Mini Hi-Fi System
with 3 CD changer
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Dear Philips product owner:
Thank you for your confidence in Philips.You’ve selected one
of the best-built, best-backed products available today.And
we’ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with
your purchase for many years to come.
And most importantly you can count
on our uncompromising commitment to your total
satisfaction.
All of this is our way of saying welcome–and thanks for
investing in a Philips product.
As a member of the Philips “family,” you’re entitled to
protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties
and outstanding service networks in the industry.
Sincerely,
What’s more, your purchase guarantees you’ll receive all
the information and special offers for which you qualify,
plus easy access to accessories from our convenient home
shopping network.
Robert Minkhorst
President and Chief Executive Officer
P.S. Remember, to get the most from your Philips
product, you must return your Warranty
Registration Card within 10 days. So please mail
it to us right now!
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – Read before operating equipment
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This product was designed and manufactured to meet
strict quality and safety standards.There are, however,
some installation and operation precautions which you
should be particularly aware of.
9. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of
the polarized or
CAUTION
AC Polarized
Plug
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
grounding-type 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.When the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
1. Read these instructions – All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
appliance is operated.
2. Keep these instructions –The safety and
operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage
within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause
electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make
any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the
appliance and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – for
example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a
swimming pool, etc.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth.The appliance
should be cleaned only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
7. Install in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions. Do not block
any of the ventilation openings. For
example, the appliance should not be situated on
a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface or placed in a
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet
that may impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature
concerning the operation and maintenance of this
unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read
carefully in order to avoid any problems.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
12.
Use only with a 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.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning 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
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.
The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with
21 CFR 1040.10.
Canada
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits
for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set
out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
EL 4562-E004: 99/3
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LIMITED WARRANTY
• a product that is used for commercial or institutional
purposes.
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TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN
CANADA...
AUDIO SYSTEM
OneYear Free Labor
Please contact Philips at:
OneYear Free Service on Parts
This product must be carried in for repair.
WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?
Warranty service is available in all countries where the
product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer
Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer
Electronics Company does not distribute the product, the
local Philips service organization will attempt to provide
service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate
spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily
available).
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking)
WHO IS COVERED?
You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty
service.A sales receipt or other document showing that
you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.
(In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other
warranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied,
including any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under
any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, incidental
or consequential damages, howsoever incurred, even if
notified of the possibility of such damages.)
WHAT IS COVERED?
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.
For one year thereafter, all parts will be repaired or replaced,
and labor is free.After one year from the day of purchase,
you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts, and for
all labor charges.
MAKE SUREYOU KEEP...
Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing
proof of purchase.Attach it to this owner’s manual and
keep both nearby.Also keep the original box and packing
material in case you need to return your product.
REMEMBER...
Please record the model and serial numbers found on the
product below.Also, please fill out and mail your warranty
registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify
you if necessary.
All parts, including repaired and replaced parts, are covered
only for the original warranty period.When the warranty
on the product expires, the warranty on all replaced and
repaired parts also expires.
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...
Please check your owner’s manual before requesting
service.Adjustments of the controls discussed there may
save you a service call.
MODEL #
SERIAL #
____________________________________
____________________________________
WHAT IS EXCLUDED?
Your warranty does not cover:
• labor charges for installation or setup of the product,
adjustment of customer controls on the product, and
installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the
product.
• product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse,
accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within
the control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company.
• reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable
or antenna systems outside the unit.
• a product that requires modification or adaptation to
enable it to operate in any country other than the
country for which it was designed, manufactured,
approved and/or authorized, or repair of products
damaged by these modifications.
• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the
product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusion may not apply to you.This includes, but is not
limited to, prerecorded material, whether copyrighted or
not copyrighted.)
TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN
U.S.A., PUERTO RICO OR U.S. VIRGIN
ISLANDS...
Take the product to a Philips factory service center (see
enclosed list) or authorized service center for repair.When
the product has been repaired, you must pick up the unit at
the center. Centers may keep defective parts.
(In U.S.A., Puerto Rico and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied
warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration
to the duration of this express warranty. But, because some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty may last, this limitation may not apply to you.)
This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may have other
rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 2976,
Longview,Texas 75606, USA, (903) 242-4800
EL4965E006 / MAC 4110 / 12-98
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FW-C50
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
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Your system consists of materials which
• If the system is brought directly from
a cold to a warm location, or is
placed in a very damp room,
General Information
• The typeplate (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.
Safety Information
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.
• 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 typeplate 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.
Allow at least 10cm (4 inches)
clearance from the rear and the top
of the unit and 5cm (2 inches) from
the each side.
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.
• This device complies with the
Federal Communications
Accessories (Supplied)
Commission (FCC) rules, part 15
and with 21 CFR 1040.10.
Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
– Remote control
– Batteries (two AA size) for remote
control
– AM loop antenna
– This device may not cause
harmful interference, and
– This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.
– FM wire antenna
– AC power cord
– SS-115 surround speakers (for model
FW-C70 only)
– SS-107 surround speakers (for model
FW-C50 only)
Environmental
Information
• The system incorporates a built-in
safety feature that prevents
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).
overheating.
• 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!
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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PREPARATION
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Rear Connections
SW 030
ACTIVE SUBWOOFER
AUDIO OUT
E
F
VOLUME
STANDBY
A
L
R
SUB-
WOOFER
OUT
AUX IN
B
FM ANTENNA 300Ω
AC
AM ANTENNA
MAINS
~
G
L
R
REAR
SURROUND
+
FRONT
+
L
L
–
–
–
–
R
+
R
+
D
R
L
C
surr.
surr.
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PREPARATION
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A AM Loop Antenna
F Connecting other
Inserting batteries into the
Remote Control
• Insert the batteries (Type R06 or
AA) into the remote control as
shown in the battery compartment.
12 mm
Connection
equipment to your
system
You can connect the audio left and right
OUT terminals of a TV,VCR, Laser Disc
player, DVD player or CD Recorder to
the AUX IN terminals at the rear of the
system.
Connect the supplied loop antenna to
the AM ANTENNA terminal. Place the
AM loop antenna far away from the
system and adjust its position for the
best reception.
unlock
lock
D Rear Surround
Speakers’ Connection
B FMWire Antenna
Connect the black (non-marked) wires
to the black REAR SURROUND
terminals and the colored (marked)
wires to the grey REAR SURROUND
terminals.
Connection
G AC Power Supply
After all other connections have been
made, connect the AC power cord to
the system and to the wall outlet.
Connect the supplied FM wire antenna
to the FM ANTENNA 300 Ω terminal.
Adjust the position of the FM antenna
for the best reception.
• To avoid damage from possible
battery leakage, remove dead
batteries or batteries that will not be
used for a long time. For
E Subwoofer Out
replacement, use type R06 or AA
batteries.
Outdoor Antenna
For better FM stereo reception,
connect an outdoor FM antenna to the
FM ANTENNA 300 Ω terminal using a
300 Ω dipole wire.
Connection
Connect the optional active subwoofer
to the SUBWOOFER OUT terminal.
The subwoofer reproduces just the low
bass sound effect (e.g. explosions, the
rumble of spaceships, etc.). Be sure to
follow the instructions supplied with the
subwoofer.
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 orTUNER).
– Then select the desired function
(É, í, ë, etc.).
C Speakers Connection
• Connect the right speaker to Front
terminal R, with the colored wire to
+ and the black wire to -.
• Connect the left speaker to Front
terminal L, with the colored wire to
+ and the black wire to -.
• Clip the stripped portion of the
speaker wire as shown.
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CONTROLS
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DISC CHANGE
DISC 1
OPEN•CLOSE
DISC 3
!
0
@
#
DISC 2
CD
9
8
3
C H A N G E R
∞
2
CD
TAPE 1/2
AUX
TUNER
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
#
C
TIMER
FM
STEREO
PROGRAM
SLEEP TIMER
L
R
S
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
PRO LOGIC
≤
£
6
0
S
STANDBY
ON
1
2
CD DIRECT
2
1
3
PAUSE
REPEAT
SHUFFLE
CLOCK/
TIMER
Å
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TUNER
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
VIDEO
AUX
¡
%
7
6
$
VOLUME
$
%
$
▲
PROG
PRESET
NEXT
▲
É
SEARCH
•
TUNING STOP•CLEAR PLAY PAUSE
PREV
í
ë
á
UP
$
™
^
Ç
5
SOUND
DOWN
SOUND NAVIGATION
$
3
VOLUME
à
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
%
^
MUTE
4
3
DSC
DBB
)
(
&
*
RECORD
PLAY
USE
STOP•OPEN PA
STOP•OPEN
PAUSE
PLAY
C-50 SOUND NAVIGATION DISPLAY
SOUND NAVIGATION
3
^
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
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CONTROLS
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8 DISPLAY SCREEN
–
forTUNER .... to tune to a lower or
* TAPE DECK 2 OPERATION
PLAYÉ ...... to start playback.
à ..................... to rewind the tape.
á ..................... to fast forward the
tape.
Controls on the system
and remote control
to view the current setting of the
system.
9 CD CAROUSELTRAY
0 DISC 1 / DISC 2 / DISC 3 (CD
DIRECT PLAY)
to select a CD tray for playback.
! DISC CHANGE
to change CD(s).
@ OPEN•CLOSE
higher radio frequency.
for CLOCK .. to set the hour (on
the system only).
1 STANDBY ON
STOP•CLEAR Ç
–
to switch the system on or to
standby mode.
for CD ............ to stop CD playback
or to clear a program.
forTUNER ... to stop programming.
for DEMO .... (on the system only)
to start or stop
STOP•OPEN…to stop playback
or to open the tape
–
–
to use for EASY SET.
door.
2 LOW POWER STANDBY
–
PAUSE ......... to interrupt playback.
( TAPE DECK 1 OPERATION
RECORD ... to start recording.
PLAYÉ ...... to start playback.
à ..................... to rewind the tape.
á ..................... to fast forward the
tape.
LED
–
lights up during low power standby
–
to open or close the CD carousel
tray.
# SOURCE – to select the
following:
demonstration mode.
PLAY É/ PAUSE Å
for CD ............ to start or interrupt
playback.
(for model FW-C70 only).
3 DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL (DSC)
–
to select the desired sound effect :
OPTIMAL, CLASSIC,TECHNO,
JAZZ, ROCK orVOCAL.
n
CD / (CD 1•2•3)
PREV í / NEXT ë
(PRESET 4 3 )
for CD ............ to skip to the
beginning of the
–
to select CD mode.When CD
playback is stopped, press to select
disc tray 1, 2 or 3.
STOP•OPEN…to stop playback/
recording or to open
the tape door.
PAUSE ......... to interrupt playback
or recording.
4
–
to connect headphones.
TUNER / (FM•AM)
current, previous, or
next track.
5 SOUND 3 or 4
–
to selectTuner mode.When in
tuner mode, press to select the
waveband: FM or AM.
–
to select the desired equalizer
display.
forTUNER ... to select a preset
radio station in
) TAPE DECK 1
¡ REPEAT
–
to select the desired DSC setting.
You must select the DSC feature
first.
TAPE / (TAPE 1• 2)
memory.
–
to repeat a CD track, a disc, or all
available discs.
–
–
to selectTape mode.
AUX / (VIDEO)
for CLOCK .. to set the minute (on
the system only).
™ MUTE
6 PROG (PROGRAM)
for CD ............ to program CD
tracks.
to select sound from an external
source (e.g.TV,VCR, Laser Disc
player, DVD player or CD
Recorder).
% VOLUME
–
to switch off the sound temporarily.
–
to increase or decrease the
volume.
£ SHUFFLE
–
to play all the available discs and
their tracks in random order.
≤ SLEEPTIMER
forTUNER ... to program preset
radio stations.
for CLOCK .. to select 12 or 24
hour in clock setting
mode (on the system
only).
^ DYNAMIC BASS BOOST
$ MODE SELECTION
SEARCH à á
(DBB)
–
to select a bass boost level or to
switch off bass boost.
–
to switch the system to standby
mode at a selected time.
B
to switch the system to standby
mode.
(TUNING à á )
for CD ............ to search backward/
forward.
& TAPE DECK 2
∞
–
7 CLOCK/TIMER
–
to view the clock, set the clock or
set the timer.
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OPERATINGTHE SYSTEM
12
– Even though the AC power cord is
– When EASY SET is used, all previously
stored radio stations will be replaced.
– The last preset radio station will
appear on the display when EASY SET
is completed.
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
removed from and reconnected to the
wall socket, the demonstration will
remain off until it is switched on again.
C
PROGRAM SHUFFLE
TIMER
L
R
S
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
PRO LOGIC
S
STANDBY
ON
To start the demonstration mode
• Press and hold Ç(on the system
only) for five seconds when the
system is in standby mode.
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
VIDEO
AUX
TUNER
Switching the system ON
• Press CD, TUNER, TAPE or AUX.
▲
PROG
PRESET
PREV NEXT
▲
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PLAY PAUSE
STOP•CLEAR
UP
™ The demonstration will begin.
You can also switch on the system by
pressing any one of the CD DIRECT
PLAY buttons.
SOUND NAVIGATION
SOUND
DOWN
VOLUME
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
Easy Set
EASY SET allows you to store all
available radio stations automatically.
Switching the system to
standby mode
• Press STANDBY ON or B on
the remote control.
™ The system will switch to standby
mode.
™ (for model FW-C70 only)
About five seconds later, the
system will go into an energy
saving mode if the demonstration
mode has been disabled.
Important:
To stop the demonstration mode
• Press and hold Ç(on the system
only) for five seconds when the
system is in demonstration mode.
™ The demonstration will stop.
™ "DEMO OFF" is displayed.
™ The system will switch to standby
mode.
™ (for model FW-C70 only)
About five seconds later, the
system will go into an energy
saving mode ( < 2 watts ). The
low power STANDBY ON LED
will be lit.
• Press and hold STANDBY ON (on
the system only) for five seconds
when the system is in standby or
demonstration mode.
™ “EASY SET” will be displayed,
and followed by “TUNER” and
then “AUTO”.
™ EASY SET will start searching for
all radio stations on FM band and
then followed by radio stations on
AM band.
Before you operate the system,
complete the preparation
procedures.
Demonstration mode
The system has a demonstration mode
that shows the various features offered
by the system. When the system is
switched on for the first time, the
demonstration mode will start
automatically.
™ All available radio stations with
sufficient signal strength will be
stored. Up to 40 presets may be
stored.
Notes:
– During the demonstration, if you press
any source (or standby-on) button, the
system will switch to the respective
mode (or standby).
– When the system is switched to
standby mode, the demonstration will
resume five seconds later.
Notes:
– When the system is switched on from
the main power outlet, the CD carousel
tray may open and close again to
initialize the set.
Notes:
– EASY SET will start with the FM band,
if there are still presets available, the
system will continue to store the AM
band.
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13
TOP DOWN Display
DIGITAL SOUND CONTROL
• Press DBB briefly to select a bass
boost level.
™ The respective DBB level is being
encircled and lit.
Selecting the Source
• Press the respective source selection
button: CD, TUNER, TAPE or
AUX.
(DSC)
PROGRAM
TIMER
The DSC feature enables you to adjust
the system to suit your type of music.
60Hz
8KHz
250Hz
500Hz
2KHz
4KHz
1KHz
™ “BEAT”,“PUNCH” or “BLAST”
will be displayed.
• Press DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL (DSC) to select
OPTIMAL, CLASSIC,TECHNO,
JAZZ, ROCK orVOCAL.
™ The selected digital sound is
encircled.
™ “OPTIMAL X, CLASSIC,
TECHNO X, JAZZ X, ROCK
X or VOCAL X” will be
displayed. "X" is the pre-selected
level.
™ The display indicates the selected
source.
NITE MODE Display
To switch off DBB
• Press DBB briefly until “DBB OFF”
is displayed.
Note:
– For an external source, make sure you
have connected the audio left and right
OUT terminals of the external
equipment (TV,VCR, Laser Disc player,
DVD player or CD Recorder) to the
AUX IN terminals.
PROGRAM
TIMER
Note:
– Some CDs or tapes might be recorded
in high modulation, which causes a
distortion at high volume. If this occurs,
switch off DBB or reduce the volume.
Note:
– In NITE MODE, all lights will be
switched off and the display brightness
will be dimmed.
Selecting the Equalizer
Display
You can select the desired equalizer
display for the system.You must not
press the DSC button on the system
before using the SOUND 3 or 4
controls.
With the SOUND 3 or 4 controls,
you can change the level of any DSC
setting except CLASSIC.
Automatic DSC-DBB selection
The best DBB setting is generated
automatically for each DSC selection.You
can manually select the DBB setting that
best suits your listening environment.
Sound Control
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT
Adjust VOLUME to increase or
decrease the sound level.
• First select the DSC feature, then
press the SOUND 3 or 4 until the
desired digital sound setting level is
reached.
™ The digital sound setting level will
increase or decrease between
level 1 and 5.
MUTE (on remote control only)
This feature allows you to temporarily
switch off the sound without switching
off the system when you require a
moment of silence.
For Personal Listening
• Press the SOUND 3 or 4 to select
the desired Equalizer Display,
NORMAL,TOP DOWN, or NITE
MODE.
™ The selected display will be
shown.
Connect the headphones plug to the
n socket at the front of the system.
The speakers will be muted.
Note:
• Press MUTE on the remote control
to switch off the sound.
™ “MUTE” will be displayed.
– For neutral setting, select CLASSIC and
switch off DBB.
NORMAL Display
• Press MUTE again on the remote
control or increase the VOLUME
level to switch on the sound.
PROGRAM
TIMER
DYNAMIC BASS BOOST (DBB)
There are three DBB settings to
enhance the bass response.
60Hz
8KHz
250Hz
500Hz
2KHz
4KHz
1KHz
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Discs for playback
CD Direct Play
DISC CHANGE
OPEN•CLOSE
DISC 3
DISC 1
DISC 2
This system can play all digital audio CD, • You can play a CD directly by
finalized digital audio CD-Recordable
and finalized digital audio CD-
Rewritable format discs.
pressing the DISC 1, DISC 2 or
DISC 3 button.The CD player will
stop at the end of playback of the
selected disc.
CD
3
C H A N G E R
™ A lit button indicates that a disc is
loaded in the disc tray.
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
PROGRAM SHUFFLE
TIMER
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
STANDBY
ON
Playing a CD
1 PressÉ to start playback.
™ The disc tray, track number and
elapsed playing time of the current
track appear on the display.
• To interrupt playback, pressÅ.
™ The playing time flashes.
Loading the CD Changer
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TAPE 1 • 2
VIDEO
AUX
1 Press CD to select CD mode.
2 Press OPEN•CLOSE.
™ The CD carousel tray slides out.
3 Load a CD with the printed side up
in the right tray.
TUNER
TAPE
▲
PROG
PRESET
NEXT
▲
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PLAY PAUSE
PREV
STOP•CLEAR
UP
SOUND NAVIGATION
SOUND
DOWN
VOLUME
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
• You can load another disc in the left
tray.
• To resume playback, pressÉ again.
2 To stop playback, press Ç.
• To load the third disc, press the
DISC CHANGE button.
™ The CD carousel will rotate until
the empty tray is ready for
loading.
4 Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the
CD carousel tray.
™ The total number of tracks and
the playing time of the selected
disc appear on the display.
Note:
– All the available discs will play once,
then stop.
Warning!
1) This system is designed for conventional CDs. Do not use any accessories
such as disc stabilizer rings or CD treatment sheets, etc., which may
damage the CD mechanism.
2) Do not load more than one disc into each tray.
3) When the CD changer is loaded with CDs, do not turn over or shake the
system.This may jam the changer.
Disc Change
You can change the outer two discs
while the third inner disc is stopped or
is playing.
1 Press DISC CHANGE.
™ The CD carousel tray slides out.
2 Replace the discs in the left and right
disc trays.
You may load three discs in the CD changer for continuous playback
without interruption.
Note:
– To ensure good system performance,
wait until the CD changer completely
reads the disc(s) before proceeding.
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• If you wish to change the inner disc
during playback, press DISC
CHANGE again.
Note:
6 Press Ç once to end programming.
™ The total number of tracks
programmed and total playing
time appear on the display.
• If you press REPEAT during
program playback, the current track
or all programmed tracks will be
played repeatedly.
™ “TRACK” or "PROGRAM" will be
displayed.
™ The REPEAT and PROGRAM appear
on the display.
2 Press Ç to stop program playback.
– Pressingí during shuffling can only skip
to the beginning of the current track.
™ “DISC CHANGE" will be
displayed.
Searching for a particular
passage during playback
• Press and hold à or á until the
desired passage is located.
™ The volume will be reduced.
• Play returns to normal when à or
á is released.
Notes:
™ The CD will stop playing.
™ The CD carousel tray will close to
retrieve the inner CD and then
open again with the inner CD
accessible.
– If the total playing time is more than
“99:59“ or if one of the
programmed tracks has a number
greater than 30, then “--:--”
appears on the display instead of the
total playing time.
– If the system is reading the disc,
programming is not possible,
“READING” will be displayed and
followed by "DISC X" "X" is the
current read disc number.
Notes:
3 Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the
CD carousel tray.
– If you press any of the CD DIRECT
PLAY buttons, the system will play the
selected disc or track and the stored
program will be ignored temporarily.
The PROGRAM display also will
disappear temporarily from the display.
It will reappear when playback of the
selected disc ends.
ProgrammingTracks
Selecting a desired track
Selecting a desired track when
playback is stopped
1 Press í or ë until the desired
track appears on the display.
2 PressÉ to start playback.
™ The selected track number and
elapsed playing time appear on
the display.
Programming tracks of a loaded CD is
possible when playback is stopped.The
display will indicate the total tracks
stored in the program. Up to 40 tracks
can be stored in the memory in any
order.When 40 tracks are stored and
you attempt to store another track, the
display will show “FULL”.
– During programming, if no button is
pressed within 20 seconds, the system
will exit program mode automatically.
– REPEAT DISC mode will be cancelled
when program playback begins.
Reviewing the program
Reviewing of the program is possible
only when playback is stopped.
• Press í or ë repeatedly to review
the programmed tracks.
Erasing the program (when
playback is stopped)
• Press Ç.
™ “PROGRAM CLEARED” will be
displayed.
1 Load the desired discs in the disc
trays.
2 Press PROG to start programming.
™ The PROGRAM starts flashing.
™ It will cancel any previously
selected repeat mode.
3 Press the CD (CD 1•2•3) or DISC
1/2/3 button to select the disc.
4 Press í or ë to select the desired
track.
5 Press PROG to store the track.
• Repeat steps 3 to 5 to store other
discs and tracks.
Selecting a desired track during
playback
• Press í or ë until the desired
track appears on the display.
™ The selected track number and
elapsed playing time appear on
the display.
• If you press í once it will skip to
the beginning of the current track
and play the track again.
• Press Ç once to exit review mode.
Note:
Playing the program
1 Press É to start program playback.
™ “PLAY PROGRAM” will be
displayed.
™ The track number and elapsed
playing time of the current track
will appear on the display.
– The program will be erased when the
system is disconnected from the power
supply or when the CD carousel tray is
opened.
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TUNER
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Shuffle (only on remote control)
Repeat (only on remote control)
You can play the current track, a disc or
all available discs repeatedly.
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
TIMER
STEREO
In shuffle mode, the system plays all the
available discs and their tracks in
random order. Shuffle may be used also
when tracks are programmed.
FM
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
STANDBY
ON
1 Press REPEAT on the remote
control to select the various repeat
modes.
™ “TRACK”,“DISC”,“ALL” or
“OFF” will be displayed.
™ The REPEAT appears on the
display.
• The selected track, selected disc or
all available discs will now be played
repeatedly until you press Ç.
2 Press REPEAT until the "OFF"
mode is displayed to resume normal
playback.
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
VIDEO
AUX
To shuffle all the discs and tracks
1 Press SHUFFLE.
™ “SHUFFLE” will be displayed.
™ The SHUFFLE, the disc and the
track selected at random appear
on the display.
• The discs and the tracks will be
played in random order until you
press Ç.
• If you press REPEAT during
shuffling, the current track or all
available discs will be played
repeatedly.
™ “TRACK” or “ALL” will be
displayed.
™ The REPEAT and SHUFFLE appear
on the display.
2 Press SHUFFLE again to resume
normal playback.
™ The SHUFFLE disappears from the
display.
TUNER
▲
PROG
PRESET
▲
NEXT
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PLAY PAUSE
PREV
STOP•CLEAR
UP
SOUND NAVIGATION
SOUND
DOWN
VOLUME
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
Note:
• Repeat this procedure until the
desired radio station is reached.
• To tune to a weak radio station,
briefly press à or á repeatedly
until the display shows the desired
frequency and/or when the best
reception has been obtained.
– For 'EASY SET' feature, please refer to
page 12.
™ The REPEAT disappears from the
display.
Tuning to radio stations
1 Press TUNER (FM•AM) to select
TUNER mode.
™ “TUNER” will be displayed.
A few seconds later, the current
radio frequency will be displayed.
2 Press TUNER (FM•AM) again to
select the desired waveband : FM or
AM.
3 Press à or á for more than one
second, then release.
™ The display will show “SEARCH”
until a radio station with sufficient
signal strength is found.
Notes:
– REPEAT DISC mode is not available
during program play or shuffle mode.
– You can also repeat shuffling a
program.
™ “TRACK“ or “PROGRAM" will
be displayed.
™ The REPEAT, PROGRAM and SHUFFLE
appear on the display.
Note:
– REPEAT DISC mode will be cancelled
when shuffle is selected.
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– If you want to reserve a section of
– You can cancel manual programming
by pressing Ç (on the system only).
– During programming, if no button is
pressed within 20 seconds, the system
will exit program mode automatically.
Storing Preset Stations
preset numbers, for example preset
numbers 1 to 9, select preset 10
before starting automatic programming,
only the preset numbers 10 to 40 will
be programmed.
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.
Tuning to Preset Radio
Stations
• Press 4 or 3 to select the desired
preset number.
™ The preset number, radio
frequency, and waveband appear
on the display.
Manual programming
1 Press TUNER (FM•AM).
2 Press TUNER (FM•AM) again to
select the desired waveband : FM or
AM.
Automatic programming
1 Press TUNER (FM•AM).
2 Press PROG for more than one
second.
™ The PROGRAM starts flashing and
“AUTO” will be displayed.
™ The system will search for every
available radio station in the FM
waveband first, then search the
AM waveband.
™ All available radio stations 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.
3 Press PROG for less than one
second.
™ The PROGRAM starts flashing.
™ The next available preset number
will be displayed for selection.
4 Press à or á to tune to the
desired frequency.
• If you wish to store the radio station
to another preset number, press 4
or 3 to select the desired preset
number.
5 Press PROG again.
™ The PROGRAM disappears and the
radio station will be stored.
• Repeat steps 3 – 5 to store other
preset radio stations.
™ The system will remain tuned to
the last stored preset radio
station.
Notes:
– When 40 radio stations are stored and
you attempt to store another radio
station, the display will show "FULL”.
If you want to change an existing
preset number, repeat steps 3 – 5.
Notes:
– You can cancel the automatic
programming by pressing PROG or Ç
(on the system only).
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Loading a tape
Rewind/Fast Forward
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
1 Press STOP•OPEN.
2 The tape deck door opens.
3 Load the tape with the open side
downward and the full spool to the
left.
When playback is stopped
1 You can rewind or fast forward a
tape by pressing à or á ,
respectively.
™ The tape will stop automatically at
the end of rewinding or fast
forwarding.
TIMER
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
STANDBY
ON
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
VIDEO
AUX
TUNER
▲
PROG
PRESET
▲
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PREV NEXT
STOP•CLEAR
PLAY PAUSE
2 Press STOP•OPEN to stop
rewinding or fast forwarding.
UP
SOUND
DOWN
SOUND NAVIGATION
VOLUME
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
Continuous Playback From
Tape Deck 2 toTape Deck 1
1 Press TAPE to selectTAPE mode.
2 Load the tapes in tape deck 1 and 2.
3 Press PLAY 2 on tape deck 2.
4 Press PAUSE on tape deck 1.
5 Press PLAY 2 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.
4 Close the tape deck door.
Tape Playback
1 Press TAPE to selectTAPE mode.
™ "TAPE" will be displayed.
2 Load the tape into the selected tape
deck.
3 Press PLAYÉ to start playback.
• To interrupt playback, press PAUSE.
• To resume playback, press PAUSE
again.
.
.
RECORD
PLAY
USE
STOP OPEN
PAUSE
STOP OPEN PA
PLAY
6 Press STOP•OPEN if you want to
stop playback before the end of the
tape in tape deck 1 or tape deck 2.
4 Press STOP•OPEN to end
playback.
Notes:
– During rewinding or fast forwarding of a
tape, it is also possible to listen to
another source (e.g. CD,TUNER or
AUX).
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AUX
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– Before playing a tape, check and
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
tighten slack tape with a pencil. Slack
tape may get jammed or may burst in
the mechanism.
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
STANDBY
ON
– 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
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
VIDEO
AUX
TUNER
▲
PROG
PRESET
NEXT
▲
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PLAY PAUSE
PREV
STOP•CLEAR
UP
SOUND NAVIGATION
SOUND
DOWN
VOLUME
transformer,TV or speaker).
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
.
Selecting External
Equipment
If you have connected the audio out
terminals of the external equipment
(TV,VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player
or CD Recorder) to the AUX IN
terminals, you can hear the enhanced
sound from the system.
• Press AUX to select the external
equipment.
™ "AUX" will be displayed.
Notes:
– You are advised not to listen to and
record from the same source
simultaneously.
– All the sound control features (e.g. DSC,
DBB, etc.) are available for selection.
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Notes:
CD Synchro Start
Recording
During CD synchro start recording,
• Do not fast forward/rewind your
tape in tape deck 2.
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
– For recording, use only tape of IEC type
I (normal tape).
C
PROGRAM SHUFFLE
REC
L
R
S
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
PRO LOGIC
– 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 DSC.
– To prevent accidental recording, break
out the tab on the left shoulder of the
tape side you want to protect.
S
STANDBY
ON
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
TUNER
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
VIDEO
AUX
• Do not listen to another source.
▲
PROG
PRESET
▲
NEXT
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PLAY PAUSE
PREV
STOP•CLEAR
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 ProgrammingTracks). If you do
not, the tracks are recorded
according to the order on the
selected disc.
3 Press RECORD on tape deck 1 to
start recording.
™ The REC starts flashing.
4 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1
to stop recording, then press Ç to
stop CD playback.
UP
SOUND
SOUND NAVIGATION
VOLUME
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
DOWN
OneTouch Recording
• For OneTouch Recording, as soon as
you press RECORD, the current
source (CD,TUNER or AUX) 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.
.
.
RECORD
PLAY
USE
STOP OPEN
PAUSE
STOP OPEN PA
PLAY
™ The REC 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 both tapes have their full
spool to the left.
2 Press PAUSE on tape deck 1.
3 Press RECORD on tape deck 1.
4 Press PLAYÉ on tape deck 2.
™ The REC starts flashing.
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:--” will be displayed if the
RECORDING
CLOCK
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• Recording will start automatically.
MINI HIFI SYSTEM
5 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1
and tape deck 2 to stop dubbing.
TIMER
60Hz 250Hz
4KHz
8KHz
500Hz
2KHz
1KHz
STANDBY
ON
Notes:
– 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.
CLOCK/
TIMER
CD1 • 2 • 3
CD
FM • AM
VIDEO
AUX
TAPE 1 • 2
TAPE
TUNER
▲
PROG
PRESET
▲
SEARCH
•
TUNING
PLAY PAUSE
PREV
NEXT
STOP•CLEAR
UP
SOUND NAVIGATION
SOUND
DOWN
VOLUME
DIGITAL SOUND
CONTROL
DYNAMIC BASS
BOOST
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 starts flashing.
4 Press PAUSE to interrupt
recording.
View Clock
Clock Setting
You can view the clock (if it is set) if the
system is in Standby mode or when any
sound source is selected (CD,TUNER,
etc.). The clock will be displayed for
about seven seconds.
The clock can be set in either 12- or
24-hour mode, e.g. “AM 12:00“ or
“00:00“. Before setting the clock, you
must be in theView Clock mode.
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER to select
clock mode.
2 Press PROG (on the system only) to
select 12- and 24- hour mode.
™ If 12-hour mode is selected,“AM
12:00“ starts flashing.
™ If 24-hour mode is selected,
“00:00” starts flashing.
3 Set the hour with à or á on the
system.
4 Set the minute with í or ë on the
system.
• Press CLOCK/TIMER briefly.
™ “PM 10:38or 22:38 ” (the
current time) will be displayed
depending on whether you have
selected 12- or 24-hour mode.
5 Press STOP•OPEN on tape deck 1
to stop recording.
Note:
– During recording, it is not possible to
listen to another sound source.
clock is not set.
Note:
– When the system goes into low power
standby mode, the clock setting will not
be displayed (for model FW-C70 only).
5 Press CLOCK/TIMER again to
store the setting.
™ The clock starts.
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SLEEPTIMER
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• To exit without storing the setting,
press Ç on the system.
2 Press CD or TUNER to select the
desired source.
To switch off theTIMER
1 Press and hold CLOCK/TIMER for
more than two seconds.
2 Press Ç on the system to cancel the
timer.
™ The timer is now switched off.
™ The display will show "OFF" and
the TIMER disappears.
SleepTimer (only on remote
control)
This feature allows you to select a
length of time after which the system
will switch to the standby mode
automatically.
• Before selecting CD, make sure a CD
is loaded in the CD carousel tray.
3 Press à or á on the system to set
the hour for the timer to start.
4 Press í or ë on the system to set
the minute for the timer to start.
5 Press CLOCK/TIMER to store the
start time.
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.
1 Press SLEEPTIMER on the
remote control repeatedly to select a
period of time.
™ The selections are as follows (time
in minutes):
60™ 45™ 30™ 15™ OFF™
To start theTIMER again (for the
same preset time and source)
1 Press and hold CLOCK/TIMER for
more than two seconds.
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER again to
store the start time.
™ The timer is now set.
Timer Setting
™ The TIMER remains on the display.
• At the preset time, the timer will be
activated.
™ The selected source will be
played.
• 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.
• Before setting the timer, make sure
the clock is set correctly.
• The timer will always be switched on
once it is set.
• The volume of the timer will
increase from the minimum
level to the most recently
selected volume level.
60…
™ “SLEEP XX” or “OFF” will be
displayed. "XX" is the time in
minutes.
2 When you reach the desired length
of time, stop pressing the SLEEP
TIMER button.
™ After this amount of time passes,
the system will switch to the
standby mode.
™ The timer is now on.
™ The TIMER appears on 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 isTUNER, the
last tuned frequency will be switched
on.
– If the source selected is CD, playback
will begin with the first track of the
selected disc or program. If the CD
trays are empty,TUNER will be
selected instead (not for all versions).
– The timer will not activate if a recording
is in progress.
To switch off the SleepTimer
• Press SLEEPTIMER repeatedly
until "OFF" is displayed, or press the
STANDBY ON button.
1 Press and hold CLOCK/TIMER for
more than two seconds to select
timer mode.
™ “ AM 12:00” or “00:00" or
the last timer setting starts flashing
depending on whether you have
selected 12- or 24-hour mode..
™ The TIMER starts flashing.
™ The selected source is lit while
other available sources are
flashing.
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TAPE DECK
Frequency response
Normal tape (type I) ................ 80 – 12500 Hz (8 dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio
Normal tape (type I) ........................................... ≥ 47 dBA
Wow and flutter ...................................................... ≤ 0.4% DIN
SS107 SURROUND SPEAKERS (FW-C50)
System .................................................................... closed satellite
Impedance.................................................................................... 6 Ω
Speaker Driver ................................................. 1 x 3" full range
Dimensions (w x h x d) ...........7.00 x 3.54 x 7.00 (inch)
............................................................178 x 90 x 178 (mm)
Weight............................................................... 1.32 pounds each
................................................................................... 0.6 kg each
Specifications
AMPLIFIER
Output power
FW-C70 ........................................................2 x 70 W FTC(1)
Surround Channel ........................... 2 x 7 W FTC, 6 Ω
FW-C50 ........................................................2 x 45 W FTC(1)
Surround Channel ........................... 2 x 7 W FTC, 6 Ω
Signal-to-noise ratio....................................... ≥ 75 dBA (IEC)
Frequency response ......................40 – 20000 Hz, ± 3 dB
Input sensitivity
SPEAKERS (FW-C70)
System ................................. 3-way; double port bass reflex
Impedance..................................................................................... 6 Ω
Woofer ................................................................................... 1 x 6.5"
Tweeter................................................................................... 1 x 2.5"
PolydomeTweeter ................................................................ 2 x 1"
Dimensions (w x h x d) ...... 9.45x 12.20 x 12.40 (inch)
......................................................... 240 x 310 x 315 (mm)
Weight............................................................... 8.98 pounds each
................................................................................... 4.1 kg each
GENERAL INFORMATION
Material/finish ................................................ Polystyrene/Metal
AC Power ................................................................ 120V / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
AUX In ............................................................................. 500 mV
Output
Speakers ...............................................................................≥ 6 Ω
Surround Speakers.........................................................≥ 6 Ω
Headphones................................................. 32 Ω – 1000 Ω
Subwoofer Out ......................... 1.5V ±2dB, > 22000 Ω
(1) (6 Ω, 60 Hz – 12.5 kHz, 10%THD)
Active
FW-C70................................................................. 140 W
FW-C50.................................................................... 75 W
Standby
FW-C70................................................................ < 20 W
FW-C50............................................................... < 15 W
Standby (energy saving mode)
FW-C70................................................................... < 2 W
Dimensions (w x h x d) .. 10.43 x 12.20 x 15.35 (inch)
......................................................... 265 x 310 x 390 (mm)
Weight (without speakers)
SPEAKERS (FW-C50)
CD PLAYER
System ................................. 2-way; double port bass reflex
Impedance.................................................................................... 6 Ω
Woofer ................................................................................ 1 x 5.25"
Tweeter................................................................................... 1 x 2.5"
Dimensions (w x h x d) ...... 9.45x 12.20 x 12.40 (inch)
......................................................... 240 x 310 x 315 (mm)
Weight............................................................... 8.52 pounds each
................................................................................... 3.9 kg each
Number of programmable tracks ...................................... 40
Frequency response ....................................... 40 – 20000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio.................................................... ≥ 76 dBA
Channel separation ....................................... ≥ 79 dB (1 kHz)
Total harmonic distortion......................... < 0.02% (1 kHz)
FW-C70.................................................... 18.44 pounds
............................................................................................... 8.4 kg
FW-C50.................................................. 15.86 pounds
............................................................................................... 7.2 kg
TUNER
FM wave range ................................................ 87.5 – 108 MHz
AM wave range ............................................... 530 – 1700 kHz
Number of presets ..................................................................... 40
Antenna
FM................................................................ 300 Ω dipole wire
AM......................................................................... Loop antenna
SS115 SURROUND SPEAKERS (FW-C70)
System .................................................................... closed satellite
Impedance.................................................................................... 6 Ω
Speaker Driver ................................................. 1 x 3" full range
Dimensions (w x h x d) ...........7.00 x 3.54 x 7.00 (inch)
............................................................178 x 90 x 178 (mm)
Weight............................................................... 1.32 pounds each
................................................................................... 0.6 kg each
Subject to modification
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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
24
Cleaning the Heads and theTape
Paths
Warning! Under no
“DISC NOT FINALIZED” is
Maintenance
Cleaning the Cabinet
circumstances should you try to
repair the set yourself as this will
invalidate the guarantee. Do not
open the set as there is a risk of
electric shock.
displayed.
• To ensure good recording and
playback quality, clean the heads, the
capstan(s), and pressure roller(s)
after every 50 hours of tape
operation.
• The CD-RW or CD-R disc is not
properly recorded for use with a
standard CD player.
™ Read the instruction booklet of your
CD-Rewritable or CD-Recorder on how
to finalize a recording.
• Use a soft cloth slightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use a solution containing alcohol,
spirits, ammonia or abrasives.
• 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.
• Use a cotton swab slightly moistened
with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
• You can also clean the heads by
playing a cleaning tape once.
Cleaning Discs
• When a disc
• The CD is badly scratched or dirty.
™ Replace or clean CD.
becomes dirty, clean
it with a cleaning
cloth.Wipe the disc
from the center out.
• Do not use solvents
such as benzine,
Radio Reception
Demagnetizing the heads
• Use a demagnetizing tape available at
your dealer.
Poor radio reception.
• The signal is too weak.
™ Adjust the antenna.
™ Connect an external antenna for
better reception.
• TheTV orVCR is too close to the
stereo system.
™ Separate the stereo system from the
TV or VCR.
CD Player Operation
“NO DISC” is displayed.
• The disc is inserted upside down.
™ Place CD with printed side up.
• Moisture condensation at the lens.
™ Wait until lens has adjusted to normal
room temperature.
thinner, commercially available
cleaners, or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
Cleaning the CD lens
• After prolonged use, 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 cleaner.
Follow the instructions supplied with
cleaner.
• There is no disc in the CD tray.
™ Insert a CD.
• The CD is dirty, badly scratched or
warped.
™ Clean or replace the CD.
• The CD lens is dirty or dusty.
™ See section under Maintenance (page
24).
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Reversed left and right sound.
Clock setting is erased.
• There was a power failure.
™ Reset the clock.
Tape Deck Operation
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
(page 24).
• Speakers are connected wrongly.
™ Check the speaker connections and
location.
System displays features
automatically; buttons flash
continuously.
• Demonstration mode is switched
on.
Lack of bass sound or apparently
imprecise physical location of
musical instruments.
• Speakers are connected wrongly.
™ Check the speaker connection for
proper phasing, colored/black wires to
colored/black terminals.
™ Press and hold Ç (on the system) for
five seconds to switch off the
demonstration.
• Magnetic build-up in the record/
playback head.
™ Use demagnetizing tape.
Remote control has no effect on
the system.
• Wrong source is selected.
™ Select the source (CD,TUNER, etc.)
before pressing the function button,
(É, í, ë, etc.).
• The distance to the system is too
large.
™ Reduce the distance.
All lighted buttons are not lit.
• Equalizer Display is in NITE mode.
™ Press SOUND 3 or 4 to select other
Equalizer Display.
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
the power plug and switch on the
system again.
• Batteries are inserted incorrectly.
™ Insert the batteries with their polarities
(+/– signs) as indicated.
No or poor sound.
• Batteries are exhausted.
™ Replace the batteries.
• 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.
Timer is not working.
• Clock is not set.
™ Set the clock.
• Timer is not switched on.
™ Press CLOCK/TIMER to switch on the
timer.
• Recording is in progress.
™ Stop recording.
™ Make sure the stripped speaker wire is
clamped.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
President Message ........................... 2 - 3
AUX ......................................................19
Recording ..................................... 20 - 21
Clock ....................................................21
Timer ....................................................22
SleepTimer ......................................... 22
Specifications.......................................23
Maintenance........................................24
Troubleshooting ........................... 24 - 25
Important Safety Instructions ..............4
Limited Warranty ...................................5
Model Illustration ..................................6
General Information..............................7
Safety Information ................................7
Preparation ...................................... 8 - 9
Controls........................................ 10 - 11
OperatingThe System ................. 12 - 13
CD................................................. 14 - 16
Tuner ............................................ 16 - 17
Tape.............................................. 18 - 19
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FRONT
COVER
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FW-C70
FW-C50
Philips Consumer Electronics Company
A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation, Knoxville,Tennessee 37914-1810, USA
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Printed In China
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