PHILIPS MPC250/17
Owner's Manual

MPC250_17

2/9/2004

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User guide
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 11. Refer all servicing to quali�ed 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. 12. Battery usage CAUTION � To prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the unit: accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. � Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli�ers) that produce heat.
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90 Days Free Exchange This product must be carried in for an exchange.
WHO IS COVERED? You must have proof of purchase to exchange the product. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. Attach it to this owner�s manual and keep both nearby. WHAT IS COVERED? Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For 90 days 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. 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 Magnavox. � 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.) � a product used for commercial or institutional purposes. WHERE IS EXCHANGE AVAILABLE? You may exchange the product in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Magnavox. In countries where Magnavox does not distribute the product, the local Magnavox 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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BEFORE REQUESTING EXCHANGE� Please check your owner's manual for assistance. If you have additional questions, call us at 1-800-705-2000. EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN U.S.A., PUERTO RICO, OR U.S.VIRGIN ISLANDS� Contact 1-800-705-2000 to arrange an exchange. Or, ship the product, insured and freight prepaid, and with proof of purchase enclosed, to the address listed below. Magnavox Exchange Program Suite A 406 North Irish Street Greeneville TN 37745 (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.) EXCHANGING A PRODUCT IN CANADA� Please contact Magnavox at: 1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking) 1-800-705-2000 (English or Spanish Speaking) (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. Magnavox 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.) REMEMBER� Please record below the model and serial numbers found on the product. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary. MODEL # SERIAL # ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________

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PORTABLE CD PLAYER
Read this manual �rst!
If you have any problems, do not attempt to return this product to the store.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
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6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

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� Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.). � Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.

9. Only use attachments/accessories speci�ed by the manufacturer. 10. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speci�ed 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.

EL 6474-E004: 02/8 WARNING To reduce the risk of �re or electric shock, this apparatus should not be exposed to rain or moisture, and objects �lled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.

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Magnavox, P.O. Box 520890, Miami, FL 33152, USA, (402) 536-4171

This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
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PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICA
Knoxville, Tennessee 37914-1810, U.S.A.

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CONTROLS / POWER SUPPLY

POWER SUPPLY / GENERAL INFORMATION
Mains adapter (supplied or optionally available) Use only a 4.5 V adapter (300 mA direct current, positive pole to the center pin). Any other kind of adapter may damage the player. 1 Make sure the local voltage corresponds to the power adapter�s voltage. 2 Connect the power adapter to the 4.5V DC jack of the player and to the wall outlet. Note: Always disconnect the adapter when you are not using it.

GENERAL INFORMATION / CD PLAY
In-car use (connections supplied or optionally available) Only use a 4.5 V DC car voltage converter (positive pole to the center pin) and cassette car adapter. Any other converter may damage the set. 1 Put the set on a horizontal, vibration-free and stable surface. Make sure it is in a safe place, where the set is neither a danger nor an obstacle to the driver and the passengers. Plug the voltage converter into the cigarette lighter jack (only for 12 V car battery, negative grounding), then connect the wired end with 4.5V DC input jack on the set. If necessary, clean the cigarette lighter jack to obtain a good electrical contact. Playback information

CD PLAY / FEATURES
Programming track numbers

FEATURES

FEATURES / TROUBLESHOOTING
RESUME and HOLD You can interrupt playback and continue (after up to 1 minute in the disc stop position only) from the position where playback stopped (RESUME). You can also lock all buttons of the set so that no action will be executed (HOLD). Use the RESUME�HOLD�OFF slider for these functions. RESUME � continuing from where you have stopped 1 Switch the slider to RESUME during playback to activate RESUME. yRESUME is shown. 2 Press 9 whenever you want to stop playback. 3 Press 2; whenever you want to resume playback. yRESUME is shown and playback continues from where you have stopped. � To deactivate RESUME, switch the slider to OFF. yRESUME goes off. HOLD � locking all buttons You can lock the buttons of the set by switching the slider to HOLD. Now, when a key is pressed, no action will be executed. This is of use, for example, when transporting the player in a bag. With HOLD activated, you can avoid accidental activation of other functions. 1 Switch the slider to HOLD to activate HOLD. yAll buttons are locked. HoLd is shown when you press any button. If the set is switched off, HOLD will be shown only when 2; is pressed. 2 To deactivate HOLD, switch the slider to OFF. Note: If you deactivate HOLD by switching the slider to RESUME, you will be activating the RESUME function.

CONTROLS ( see �gure 1 / 2 )

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1 ............................display 2 � .......................skips and searches CD tracks backwards 3 § .......................skips and searches CD tracks forwards 4 PROG...................programs tracks and reviews the program 5 MODE .................selects the different playing possibilities: SHUFFLE, SHUFFLE REPEAT ALL, REPEAT, REPEAT ALL and SCAN 6 2; ......................switches the player on, starts or pauses CD play 7 9.........................stops CD play, clears a program or switches the player off 8 LINE OUT/p........3.5 mm headphone jack and LINE OUT jack to connect the player to another audio input of an additional appliance. 9 4.5V DC...............jack for external power supply 0 VOL E ............adjusts the volume ! DBB.....................switches the bass enhancement on and off. This button also switches acoustic feedback (the beep) on/off when it is pressed for more than 2 seconds @ 2 OPEN .............opens the CD lid # OFF......................switches RESUME and HOLD off RESUME .............stores the last position of a CD track played HOLD...................locks all buttons

12 V DC

� If a CD-Recordable (CD-R) or a CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) is not recorded properly, nF dISC is displayed, indicating that the CD has not been �nalized. In that case, use FINALIZE on your CD recorder to complete the recording. � When playing a CD-Rewritable (CD-RW), please note that it takes 3�15 seconds after pressing 2; for sound reproduction to start. � Playback will stop and the set will turn off if you open the CD lid. � While the CD is read, 01 --:-- �ashes in the display. Volume and bass Volume adjustment � Adjust the volume by using VOL E.

You can store up to 30 tracks to play in a program. A single track may be stored more than once in the program. 1 While playback is stopped, select a track with � or §. 2 Press PROG to store the track. yPROG lights up; the track number programmed and P with the total number of stored tracks are displayed. 3 Select and store all desired tracks in this way. 4 Press 2; to start playback of your selected tracks. yPROG is shown and playback starts. � You can review the program by pressing PROG for more than 2 seconds. yThe display shows all the stored tracks in sequence. Notes: � If you press PROG and there is no track selected, noProg is displayed. � If you try to store more than 30 tracks, FULL is displayed. Clearing the program � While playback is stopped, press 9 to clear program. yCLEAr is displayed once, PROG goes off, and the program is cleared. Note: The program will also be cleared if the power supply is interrupted, or if the CD-player lid is opened, or if the set switches off automatically.

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Environmental information � All redundant packing material has been omitted. We have done our utmost to make the packaging easily separable into two materials: cardboard (box) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet). � Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packing materials, dead batteries and old equipment.

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Turn down the volume and connect the cassette adapter plug to LINE OUT/p on the set. Carefully insert the cassette adapter into the car radio�s cassette compartment. Make sure the cord does not hinder your driving. Decease the volume on the set, if necessary. Start playback on the set and adjust the sound with the car radio controls. Bass adjustment � Press DBB to switch the bass enhancement on or off yDBB appears if the bass enhancement is activated.

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� Always remove the voltage converter from the cigarette lighter jackwhen the set is not in use. 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. Note: If your car radio has a LINE IN jack, it is better to use it for the car radio connection instead of the cassette.adapter. Connect the signal lead to this LINE IN jack and to LINE OUT/p on the set.

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CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you�re entitled to.
� Once your Magnavox purchase is registered, you�re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a Magnavox product. � So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once, and take advantage of these important benefits.

Batteries (supplied or optionally available) You can use the following batteries with this CD-player: � normal batteries type LR6, UM3 or AA (preferably Philips), or � alkaline batteries type LR6, UM3 or AA (preferably Philips). Notes:� Old and new or different types of batteries should not be combined. � Remove batteries if they are empty or if the player is not going to be used for a long time. Inserting batteries ( see �gure 3 ) 1 Push OPEN 2 to open the CD lid. 2 Open the battery compartment and insert either 2 normal or alkaline batteries. Battery indication The approximate power level of your batteries is shown in the display. Battery full Battery two-thirds full Battery one-third full Battery dead or empty.When the batteries are dead or empty, the symbol A �ashes, bAtt is displayed, and the beep tone sounds repeatedly..

CD player and CD handling � Do not touch the lens A of the CD player. � Do not expose the unit, batteries or CDs to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat (caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight). � You can clean the CD player with a soft, slightly dampened, lint-free cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents as they may have a corrosive effect. � To clean the CD, wipe it in a straight line from the center toward the edge using a soft, lint-free cloth. A cleaning agent may damage the disc! Never write on a CD or attach a sticker to it. � The lens may cloud over when the unit is moved suddenly from cold to warm surroundings. Playing a CD is not possible then. Leave the CD player in a warm environment until the moisture has evaporated. � Active mobile phones in the vicinity of the CD player may cause malfunctions. � Avoid dropping the unit as this may cause damage. Headphones � Connect the supplied headphones to the LINE OUT/p jack of the player. Note: LINE OUT/p can also be used for connecting the player to your HiFi system (with a signal lead) or to your car radio (with a cassette adapter or signal lead). In both cases, the volume of the player must be set to position 8.

Playing a CD This CD-player can play all kinds of Audio Discs such as CD-Recordables and CD-Rewritables. Do not try to play a CD-ROM, CDi, VCD, DVD or computer CD. 1 Push the OPEN 2 slider to open the player.
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Selecting a track and searching Selecting a track during playback � Brie�y press � or § once or several times to skip to the current, previous or next track. yPlayback continues with the selected track, and the track�s number is displayed.
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Selecting different playing possibilities�MODE It is possible to play tracks in random order, to repeat a single track or the entire CD, and to play the �rst few seconds of each track. 1 Press MODE during playback as often as required in order to activate one of the following �modes�. The active mode is shown in the display. ySHUFFLE : All tracks of the CD are played in random order until all of them have been played once. ySHUFFLE REPEAT ALL : All tracks of the CD are played repeatedly in random order. yREPEAT : The current track is played repeatedly. yREPEAT ALL : The entire CD is played repeatedly. y SCAN: The �rst 10 seconds of each of the remaining tracks are played in sequence. 2 Playback starts in the chosen mode after 2 seconds. � To return to normal playback, press MODE repeatedly until the display shows no active modes. ESP With a conventional portable CD-player you might have experienced that the music stopped e.g. when you were jogging. The Electronic Skip Protection prevents loss of sound caused by light vibrations and shocks. Continuous playback is ensured. However ESP does not prevent playback interruptions during vigorous running. It also does not protect the unit against any damage caused by dropping! In this set ESP is default ON. It is possible to set ESP off. � Press MODE for more than 2 seconds. y ESP disappears. � Press MODE again for more than 2 seconds. y ESP is displayed. ESP on � ESP off � ESP on

Troubleshooting WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself as this will invalidate the warranty. If a fault occurs, �rst check the points listed, before taking the unit for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center. The CD player has no power, or playback does not start � Check that your batteries are not dead or empty, that they are inserted correctly, that the contact pins are clean. � Your adapter connection may be loose. Connect it securely. � For in-car use, check that the car ignition is on. Also check player�s batteries. The indication no diSC is displayed � Check that the CD is clean and correctly inserted (label-side upward). � If your lens has steamed up, wait a few minutes for this to clear. The indication nF diSC is displayed � CD-RW (CD-R) was not recorded properly. Use FINALIZE on your CD-recorder. The indication HOLD is on and/or there is no reaction to controls � If HOLD is activated, then deactivate it. � Electrostatic discharge. Disconnect power or remove batteries for a few seconds. The CD skips tracks � The CD is damaged or dirty. Replace or clean the CD. � RESUME, SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active. Switch off whichever is on. No sound or bad sound quality. � PAUSE might be active. Press 2;. � Loose, wrong or dirty connections. Check and clean connections. � Volume might not be appropriately adjusted. Adjust the volume. � Strong magnetic �elds. Check player�s position and connections. Also keep away from active mobile phones. � For in-car use, check that the cassette adapter is inserted correctly, that the car cassette player�s playback direction is correct (press autoreverse to change), and that the cigarette lighter jack is clean. Allow time for temperature change.

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Model Registration
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2 Insert an audio CD, printed side up, by pressing the CD onto the hub. 3 Close the player by pressing the lid down. 4 Press 2; to switch the player on and start playback. yThe current track number and elapsed playing time are displayed. � You can pause playback by pressing 2;. yThe time at which playback was paused starts �ashing. � You can continue playback by pressing 2; again. 5 Press 9 to stop playback. yThe total number of tracks and the total playing time of the CD are displayed. 6 Press 9 again to switch the player off.

Selecting a track when playback is stopped 1 Brie�y press � or § once or several times to select the desired track. The track number is displayed. 2 Press 2; to start CD play. yPlayback starts with the selected track. Searching for a passage during playback 1 Keep � or § pressed to �nd a particular passage in a backward or forward direction. ySearching starts while playback continues at low volume. After 2 seconds the search speeds up. 2 Release the button when you reach the desired passage. yPlayback continues from this position. Notes: � If the player is in SCAN mode (see MODE chapter), searching is not possible. � In shuf�e, shuf�e repeat all or repeat mode (see MODE chapter), or while playing a program, searching is only possible within the particular track.
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safety symbols
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 QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

For Customer Use For Customer Use Enter below the Serial No. which is Enter below the Serial No. which located on the rear of the cabinet. Retain located on the rear of the cabinet. this information for future reference. this information for future reference. Model No. _____________________ Model No. _____________________
Serial No. ______________________ Serial No. ______________________

This �bolt of lightning� indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering. The �exclamation point� calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed of properly.

IMPORTANT! Hearing safety: Do not play your headphones at a high volume. Hearing experts advise that continuous use at high volume can permanently damage your hearing. Traf�c safety: Do not use headphones while driving a vehicle. It may create a hazard and it is illegal in many countries. Even if your headphones are an open-air type designed to let you hear outside sounds, do not turn up the volume so high that you cannot hear what is going on around you.

� To remove the CD, hold it by its edge and press the hub gently while lifting the CD. Note: If there is no activity, the set will automatically switch off after a while to save energy.

CAUTION: To prevent electric
shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, and fully insert.

Both the model number and production number are located on the
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bottom of the set.