CD Soundmachine
TAZ2500
User manual
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www.philips.com/support
Contents
1 Important
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Your CD soundmachine 4
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Get started 5
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4 Play from CD
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6 Listen to the radio 6
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8 Play from USB 8
Product speci�cation11
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Troubleshooting
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EN 2
Safety
Notice
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Connect power
Turn on/Standby
What's in the box
Overview of the main unit
Other features10
Set the sleep timer
Factory reset
Play a CD
Use CD menu
Program tracks
Listen to FM radio
Listen to DAB radio
5 Play from tape 6
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Use tape menu
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Play a tape
7Use BT menu
Play from classic Bluetooth
8Use USB menu
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Program tracks
Listen to an external device9
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8Use AUDIO IN menu
Play from Bluetooth
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Trademarks
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Important
Make sure that there is enough free space around the product for
ventilation.
Only use attachments/accessories specifed by the manufacturer.
Battery usage CAUTION -to prevent battery leakage which may
result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the product:
Install the battery correctly, + and - as marked on the product.
The battery (packed or installed) shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, �re or the like.
Remove the battery when the product is not used for a long
time.
The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do no place any source of danger on the product (e.g. liquid �lled
objects. lit candles).
Where the MAlNS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
Please use the product safely in an environment with temperature
between 0°C and 40°C.
Warning
Never remove the casing of this apparatus.
Never lubricate any part of this apparatus.
Never look into the laser beam inside this apparatus.
Never place this apparatus on other electrical equipment.
Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight, naked �ames or heat.
Ensure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor
to disconnect the apparatus from the power.
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.
This symbol on a product means that the product is covered by
European Directive 2012/19/EU.
This symbol means that the product contains batteries covered
by European Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 which cannot be
disposed of with normal household waste.
Inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical
and electronic products and batteries. Follow local rules and never
dispose of the product and batteries with normal household waste.
Correct disposal of old products and batteries helps prevent negative
consequences for the environment and human health.
Removing the disposable batteries
To remove the disposable batteries, see battery installation section.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. 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.
Care for your product
Do not insert any objects other than discs into the disc compartment.
Do not insert warped or cracked discs into the disc compartment.
Remove the discs from the disc compartment if you are not using
the product for an extended period of time.
Only use micro�ber cloth to clean the product.
This apparatus includes this label:
Note
The type plate is located on the back of the product.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
Safety
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Read and understand all instructions before you use this CD soundmachine
system.
If damage is caused by failure to follow the instructions, the warranty
does not apply.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO OUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This 'bolt of lightning' indicates uninsulated material within the device
may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your
household, please do not remove the covering.
The ‘exclamation mark’ calls attention to features for which you should
read the enclosed literature closely to problems.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of �re or electric shock, the device should
not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects �led with liquids, such as
vases, should not be placed on the device.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock fully insert the plug. (For regions with
polarized plugs: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade to wide
slot.)
Notice
Compliance
Any changes or modifcations made to this device that are not expressly
approved by MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited may void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Hereby, TP Vision Europe B.V. declares that this product is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
2014/53/EU and UK Radio Equipment Regulations SI 2017 No 1206. You
can �nd the Declaration of Conformity on www.philips.com/support.
Care of the environment
Disposal of your old product and battery
Trademarks
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned
by Bluetooth SlG, Inc. and any use of such marks by MMD Hong Kong
Holding Limited is under license.
The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including
computer programs, �ies, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an
infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence. This
equipment should not be used for such purposes.
CD Soundmachine
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Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully
bene�t from the support that Philips offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/support.
What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
Power cords
Overview of the main unit
Your CD soundmachine
Main unit
Power cords
Quick Start Guide
Safety sheet
×1
Main unit
Quick Start Guide / Safety sheet / Warranty card
Power cord quantity and plug type vary by regions.
Images, illustrations and drawings shown on this user manual are for
reference only, actual product may vary in appearance.
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Disc tray
Disc compartment.
USB port.
Turn on or to standby.
MENU/MODE
Access source menu setting.
In FM mode, toggle Stereo/Mono.
In CD/USB mode, switch between playback modes: REP ONE,
REP ALL, SHUF ON and OFF.
PROG/PRESET
Program tracks or preset radio station.
Press to select source.
DBB
Turn Dynamic Bass Boost on/off.
In CD/USB/BT mode, play the previous or next track.
In CD/USB mode, long press to fast forward or fast backward.
Stop the play.
Start and pause play.
/
Decrease / Increase the volume.
/
In the menu, scroll menu options up or down.
In USB mode, switch to the previous or next album.
In the DAB/FM mode, switch to the previous/next preset radio
station.
EN 4
Pause tape playback.
Start tape play.
Tape controls
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Fast rewind or fast forward.
Stop the tape play or open the tape door.
Warranty card
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Introduction
Tune to an FM/DAB radio station in radio source, �ne tune
(increase/descrease) frequency.
Listen to FM radio;
With this CD soundmachine, you can:
Listen to DAB radio;
Enjoy audio from discs, tape, Bluetooth, and other external audio devices;
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DAB/FM antenna.
Antenna
AC IN
Insert power cable plug to AC IN socket.
SLEEP
Set sleep timer.
Audio-in socket.
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3 Get started 4 Play from CD
Caution
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other
unsafe operation.
Connect power
The unit can be powered by either AC power or batteries.
Option 1：AC power
Warning
Note
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Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power supply voltage
corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the unit.
Risk of electric shock! When you disconnect the AC power, always pull the
plug from the socket. Never pull the cord.
Connect the AC power cord to the wall socket.
Option 2: Battery power
1 Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the unit.
2 Insert 6 batteries (type: 1.5V R14/UM2/C CELL) with correct polarity (+/-)
as indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
Caution
•
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of
properly.
Switch to standby mode
Turn on/Standby
Note
The batteries are not supplied. Please purchase seperately.
The product switches to standby mode automatically when there is no
audio detected for over 15 minutes.
Play a CD
You can play commercially available audio CDs:
CD-Recordables (CD-R)
CD-Rewritables (CD-RW)
Note
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You cannot play CDs encoded with copyright protection technologies.
Use CD menu
Program tracks
In CD mode, you can program a maximum of 20 tracks in CD disc.
Press to stop playback.
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Press PROG to activate the program mode.
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In CD mode, long press MENU/MODE for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
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3
Open the CD compartment.
Insert a CD with the printed side facing up and close the CD lid gently.
Your CD soundmachine starts to play automatically.
1
Press to select CD source.
CD displays on the screen.
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[P01 T01] displays on the screen.
To select a track, press .
To pause CD play, press .
To resume CD play, press again.
To stop CD play, press .
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/
To fast backward/foward, press and hold .
2
Press , to select and enter corresponding menu options.
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• [MODE]: Select from REP ONE, REP ALL, SHUF ON and OFF.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
Press to select a track number, then press PROG to con�rm.
Repeat Step 3 to program more tracks.
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Press to play the programmed tracks.
During play, PROG (program) is displayed.
To erase the program, press twice.
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To save energy, turn the unit off after use.
Press the button on the unit to turn on and switch to last source, press
it again to turn off.
Press button to wake up the product from standby mode.
3
Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
Note
Press the button to exit the program mode in program status. When
the number of program tracks reaches 20, a FULL message will be displayed.
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REP ONE: Enter single song repeat mode.
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REP ALL: Enter multi-song sequential repeat mode.
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SHUF ON: Enter shuffle mode.
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OFF: Enter sequential play mode (and stop after the last song ends).
Press to select FM source.
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Listen to the radio
1 Press to select tape source.
TAPE displays on the screen.
2
Press on the main unit to open the tape door.
3
4 Press on the main unit to start play.
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To pause play, press on the main unit .
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To fast rewind or fast forward, press on the main unit .
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To stop play, press .
Note
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Load the tape with the open side upward and close the tape door.
In playback mode, cassette will be stopped automatically when playback
reaches the end.
Note
Position the antenna as far as possible from TV, or other radiation source.
For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the
antenna.
Listen to FM radio
Note
You can store a maximum of 20 FM radio stations.
Press
to select
FM source.
Press and hold PROG/PRESET for three seconds.
Store FM radio stations automatically
Store FM radio stations manually
All available radio stations are stored automatically, then the �rst
stored radio station is broadcast when 20 preset radio radio
stations are stored.
3
Press to allocate a number from 1-20 to this radio station,
and then press PROG/PRESET to con�rm.
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1
Press PROG/PRESET to activate program mode.
[P01] is displayed.
2
4 Repeat steps 1-3 to program more stations.
Note
To overwrite a programmed station, store another station in its place.
Select a preset FM radio station
In FM mode, press
to select a preset number.
When listening to FM radio, you can switch between stereo and mono
modes by selecting MODE from the menu.
Use FM menu
In FM mode, long press MENU/MODE for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
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2
[SCAN SET]: Access the scan setting.
[MODE]: Select STEREO or MONO.
[RDS INFO]: Display the RDS information.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
/
Press , to select and enter corresponding menu options.
/
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Press repeatedly until you �nd optimal reception.
Tune to an FM radio station
Repeat Step 2 to tune to more stations.
3
To tune to a radio station with weak signal:
Press to select FM source.
1
The radio tunes to a station with strong reception automatically.
2
Press and hold for three seconds.
Use tape menu
In tape mode, long press MENU/MODE for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
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2
Press to select and enter corresponding menu options.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
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Play from tape
Play a tape
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Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
3
Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
In DAB mode, long press MENU/MODE for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
Press to select a DAB radio station.
Display RDS information
Listen to DAB radio
RDS (Radio Data System) is a service that allows FM stations to show
additiona information.
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) is a way of broadcasting radio
digitally through a network of transmitters. lt provides you with
more choice, better sound quality and more information.
Tune to a FM radio station.
Enter RDS lNFO menu to display various RDS information (if available),
such as station name, program type, time, etc.
DAB radio operations
New stations and services are added in DAB broadcast from time to
time. To make new DAB stations and services available, perform scan
regularly.
Note
[Scanning] is displayed.
The unit scans all the DAB radio stations automatically, and then
broadcasts the �rst available station.
Press to select DAB source.
If you enter DAB source for the �rst time or if the station list is
empty, the unit performs a full scan automatically.
Press and hold PROG/PRESET for three seconds.
The product scans all DAB radio stations automatically.
After scan, the �rst available station is broadcast.
Select a DAB radio station
Store DAB radio stations manually
Press PROG/PRESET to activate program mode.
[P01] is displayed.
3
Press to allocate a number from 1-20 to this radio station, and
then press PROG/PRESET to con�rm.
4
Repeat steps 1-3 to program more stations.
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Use DAB menu
[SCAN]: Scan and store all available DAB radio stations.
[MANUAL]: Tune to a DAB station manually.
[PRUNE]: Remove invalid stations from the station list.
[DAB INFO]: Display DAB information.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
Press , to select and enter corresponding menu options.
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[DRC]: Compress the dynamic range of a radio signal, so that the
volume of quiet sounds is increased, and the volume of loud sounds
is reduced.
Display DAB information
While listening to DAB radio,
enter
DAB lNFO
menu
to display various
information (if available), such as frequency, signal strength, time, etc.
7 Play from Bluetooth
Play from classic Bluetooth
Note
Press to select the Bluetooth source.
[NO BT] (Bluetooth) is displayed.
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Compatibility with all Bluetooth devices is not guaranteed.
Any obstacle between the unit and the device can reduce the
operational range.
The effective operation range between this unit and your Bluetooth
enabled device is approximately 10 meters (30 feet).
The unit can memorize up to 8 previously connected Bluetooth devices.
To disconnect the Bluetooth-enabled device:
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3
On your device that supports Advanced Audio Distribution Pro�le
(A2DP), enable Bluetooth and search for Bluetooth devices that can
be paired (refer to the user manual of the device). Select 'Philips
TAZ2500' on your Bluetooth enabled device.
After successful pairing and connection, [BT] is displayed and you will
hear the prompt sound from the unit.
4 Play audio on the connected device.
Audio streams from your Bluetooth enabled device to this product.
Deactivate Bluetooth on your device.
Press and hold on the product for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode.
Use BT menu
In BT mode, long press MENU/MODE for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
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To select a preset DAB radio station: In DAB mode, press to select
a preset number.
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[BT PAIR]: Access the pair state.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
Press , to select and enter corresponding menu options.
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After DAB radio stations are scanned, press to select a DAB
station.
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3
Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
3
Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
In DAB mode, you can manually store up to 20 digital audio broadcast
radio programs.
Press to select AUDIO IN source.
Connect the audio cable (3.5mm, not supplied) to:
• the socket on the unit ;
• the headphone socket on an external device.
Play the external device (see the device's user manual).
8 Play from USB
Play starts automatically. lf not , press .
Note
Press to select the USB source.
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2
Insert a USB device into the socket.
Make sure that the USB device contains playable audio content.
Support FAT16/FAT32/exFAT �le format. Support ≤128G.
Use USB menu
In USB mode, long press MENU/MODE for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
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2
[MODE]: Select REP ONE, REP ALL, SHUF ON and OFF.
[INFO]: Display the track information.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
Press , to select and enter corresponding menu options.
9 Listen to an external device
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3
You can listen to an external device through this unit with an audio cable.
1
Note
The AUDIO-IN socket is not for headphones.
Use AUDIO IN menu
In AUDIO IN mode, long press
MENU/MODE
for 3 seconds to enter the
menu setting.
[SYSTEM]: Access system settings.
Press to select and enter corresponding menu options.
EN 8
Program tracks
In USB mode, you can program a maximum of 20 tracks in USB.
Press to stop playback.
1
• To select a track, press .
• To pause USB play, press .
• To resume USB play, press again.
• To stop USB play, press .
• To fast backward/foward, press and hold .
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Repeat Step 3 to program more tracks.
Press to select a track number, then press PROG to con�rm.
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3
Press to play the programmed tracks.
During play, PROG (program) is displayed.
• To erase the program, press twice.
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2
≤128G
3
Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
3
Short press MENU/MODE to return to the previous menu.
2
Press PROG to activate the program mode.
[P01 T01] displays on the screen.
Note
Press the button to exit the program mode in program status. When the
number of program tracks reaches 20, a FULL message will be displayed.
SHUF ON: Enter shuffle mode.
OFF: Enter sequential play mode (and stop after the last song ends).
REP ONE: Enter single song repeat mode.
REP ALL: Enter multi-song sequential repeat mode.
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Note
USB playback:
CD soundmachine
Supported audio formats
Tuner f
requency
range：
AUDlO IN input level: 500mV
Power : 100-240V~, 50/60 Hz (AC Input)
Rated output power:
T
otal 3W (RMS)
Acoustic frequency response:
125Hz-20KHz
Speaker driver :
2 x 2.5” full range, 4Ω
Operation power consumption:
7 W
Standby power consumption:
Dimensions (W x H x D):
Weight：
1.35 kg (Main unit)
< 0.5W (The display off)
< 0.8W (The display on)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth pro�les
A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth version
V 6.0
Bluetooth frequency
range/Transmitter power (EIRP)
2402 ~ 2480MHz, < 9dBm
12cm/8cm
24Bits/44.1kHz
125Hz-20KHz
< 1%
CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW
semiconductor
Disc
Laser Type:
Disc Diameter:
Support Disc：
Audio DAC：
Frequency Response:
> 55 dBAS/N Ratio
Total Harmonic Distortion：
Battery life
Playback of CD Approx. 10 hours
Playback of BT Approx. 33 hours
Product information is subject to change without prior notice.
FM 87.5-108MHz
DAB 174.928MHz-239.200MHz
285 x125 x 245 mm (Main unit)
Type A, USB Direct 2.0, MSC �le
format, FAT16/32/exFAT
Measured by Philips standards, Philips battery C LR14 1.5V, the actual
battery life may vary depending on the circumstances of the unit or
operating conditions.
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• When the CD soundmachine is turned on, press the SLEEP button
repeatedly to select minutes (OFF/15/30/60/90/120).
When sleep timer is activated, the SLEEP icon will be displayed.
To deactivate sleep timer
• Press SLEEP repeatedly until [OFF] (sleep off) is displayed.
When sleep timer is deactivated, the SLEEP icon will disappear.
Set the sleep timer
Factory reset
This CD soundmachine can switch to standby automatically after a set
period of time.
Reset device to default setting.
When the device is powered on, press and hold button for 5 seconds in
AUDIO IN source at volume 2.
Once restored to factory default settings, the device will restart.
Warning
Compatible USB devices:
USB �ash memory (USB2.0)
USB �ash players (USB2.0)
Memory cards (requires an additional card reader to work with this
unit)
Unsupported USB formats:
Supported USB formats:
MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 kbps
WMA bit rate (data rate): 48-192 kbps/64-161 kbps VBR
WAV bit rate (data rate): Up to 1536 kbps
Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels
Number of albums/folders: maximum 99
Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999
File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum length: 32 bytes)
USB or memory �e format: FAT16, FAT32, exFAT (sector size: 512 bytes)
Empty albums: an empty album is an album that does not contain
MP3 �les, and will not be shown in the display.
Unsupported �le formats will be skipped. For example, Word �les
(. doc) or MP3 �les with the extension dif will be ignored and will not
be played.
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Troubleshooting
Never remove the casing of this device.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this device, check the following
points before requesting service. lf the problem remains unsolved, go to
the Philips Web page (www.philips.com/support). When you contact
Philips, make sure that the device is nearby and the model number and
serial number are availaple.
No power
No sound or poor sound
Cannot display some �les in USB device
USB device not supported
Adjust the volume.
Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
Check if the stripped speaker wires are clamped.
No reponse from the unit
Make sure that the AC power cord of the device is connected properly.
Make sure that there is power at the AC outlet.
As a power-saving feature, the system switches off automatically 15
minutes after track play reaches the end and no control is operated.
Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on the unit
again.
As a power-saving feature, the system switches off automatically 15
minutes after track play reaches the end and no control is operated.
No disc detected
Insert a disc.
Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.
Replace or clean the disc.
Use a �nalized CD or correct format disc.
The number of folders or �les in the USB device has exceeded a
certain limit. This phenomenon is not a malfunction.
The formats of these �les are not supported.
Poor radio reception
The USB device is incompatible with the unit. Try another one.
Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or other radiation
sources.
Connect an outdoor radio antenna. You may purchase a replacement
antenna cable with a L-shape plug on one end.
The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to this unit
or remove any obstacle between them.
Connect the L-shape plug to this product, and �t the plug on the
other end into your wall socket.
Fully extend the radio antenna.
The device cannot be used to play music through this unit wirelessly.
Music playback is unavailable on this unit even after
successful Bluetooth connection.
The audio quality is poor after connection with a Bluetooth
-enabled device.
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USB play ability in formation
.mp3
Extension
Codec
Sample Rate Bitrate
MP3
.wav WAV
16~48 kHz
16~48 kHz
32~320 kbps
48~192 kbps
.�ac FLAC
16~48 kHz/16 Bit
16~48 kHz
.wma WMA
64~161 kbps VBR
~1536 kbps
Speci�cations are subject to change without notice.
2026 Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used under
license. This product has been manufactured by and is sold under the responsibility of MMD Hong Kong Holding
Limited or one of its affiliates, and MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited is the warrantor in relation to this product.
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