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- Page 1 C557 C557 Mini Hi-Fi System Need help? Call us! Return Philips representatives are ready to help you with your Warranty any questions about your new product. We can guide you Registration Card within 10 days through Connections, First-time Setup, or any of the Features.
- Page 2 Energy Star As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Philips has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. This system complies with the FCC rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: –...
- Page 3 TUNER GAME TITLE ALBUM REPEAT PROGRAM SHUFFLE DISPLAY SLEEP CLK/TIMER TIMER ON/OFF MUTE MAX ON/OFF GAME GAME SOUND MIX-IT ➠...
- Page 4 Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to. • Once your Philips purchase is registered, you’ r e eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a Philips product. Warranty Verification Registering your product...
- Page 5 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.
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Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that... - Page 7 Index English ------------------------------------------------ 8 Español --------------------------------------------- 30...
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents General Information Supplied accessories ... 9 Environmental information ... 9 Care and safety information ... 9 Functional Overview Main unit and remote control ... 10–11 Control buttons available on the remote only ... 11 Connections Step 1: Connecting FM/AM antennas ... 13 Step 2: Connecting the speakers ... -
Page 9: General Information
Refer to the type plate on the rear or bottom of the system for identification and supply ratings. Supplied accessories (page 3 - P1) – Remote control and two AA batteries. – AM loop antenna – FM wire antenna – Video cinch cable (yellow) –... -
Page 10: Functional Overview
Functional Overview Main unit and remote control ECO POWER indicator – Lights up when the system is in Eco Power standby mode. STANDBY ON B – Switches to Eco Power standby mode or turns on the system. – *Switches to standby mode. Display screen CLOCK•TIMER (CLK/TIMER) –... -
Page 11: Control Buttons Available On The Remote Only
SEARCH•TUNING (à á) – CD: *searches backward/forward. – TUNER: tunes the radio frequency up/down. – CLOCK: sets the hours. MAX SOUND (MAX ON/OFF) – Turns on/off the optimal mix of various sound features. MIX IT (GAME MIX IT) – Mixes the game sound with your favorite music from one of these music source (CD, TUNER or AUX). -
Page 12: Connections
Connections Game console... -
Page 13: Step 1: Connecting Fm/Am Antennas
WARNING! – Use only the supplied speakers. The combination of the main unit and speakers provide the best sound. Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected. – Never make or change connections with the power switched on. –... -
Page 14: Step 5: Inserting Batteries Into The Remote Control
Connections Step 5: Inserting batteries into the remote control Open the battery compartment cover. Insert two batteries type R06 or AA, following the indications (+-) inside the compartment. Close the cover. Using the remote control to operate the system Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor (iR) on the main unit. -
Page 15: Gameport Operations
About Gameport Gameport allows you to connect your game console to this mini system which enables you to enjoy a total game immersion experience by having powerful sound output. Preparation before use rear panel front panel Connect your game console’s video and audio output to the GAMEPORT video and audio inputs respectively (refer to “Connections - Connecting to game console). -
Page 16: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Switching on/off Switching to active mode Press CD, TUNER, AUX or GAME. Switching to Eco Power standby mode Press B. ➜ ECO POWER button lights up. ➜ The display screen will go blank. Switching to standby mode (view clock) Press and hold B. -
Page 17: Dimming System's Display Screen
Dimming system’s display screen You can select the desired brightness for the display panel. In any active mode, press DIM MODE (or DIM on remote) repeatedly to turn on/off dim mode. ➜ is shown, except for DIM OFF mode. Volume control Adjust MASTER VOLUME (or press VOL +/- on remote) to increase or decrease the sound level. -
Page 18: Disc Operations
Disc Operations IMPORTANT! – This system is designed for regular discs. Therefore, do not use any accessories such as disc stabilizer rings or disc treatment sheets, etc., as offered on the market, because they may jam the changer mechanism. – Do not load more than one disc onto each tray. -
Page 19: Repeat And Shuffle
To interrupt playback Press É Å . ➜ To resume normal playback, repeat the above. To stop playback Press Ç. ➜ If the system remains in stop mode for 30 minutes, it will switch to Eco Power standby mode. Repeat and Shuffle You can select and change the various play modes before or during playback. -
Page 20: Checking The Program
Disc Operations Checking the program Stop playback and press í or ë repeatedly. Press Ç to exit. Press É Å to start playback from the current programmed track Playing a disc without clearing the program Press one of the CD 1~5 buttons on the remote to select a disc for playback. -
Page 21: Tuner Operations
IMPORTANT! Make sure the FM and AM antennas are connected. Tuning to radio stations Press TUNER to enter tuner mode. To select another waveband (FM or AM), press TUNER again. Press and hold à or á until the frequency indication starts to change, then release. ➜... -
Page 22: Timer Operations
Timer Operations Timer setting The system can switch on to CD or TUNER mode automatically at a preset time, serving as an alarm to wake you up. IMPORTANT! – Before setting the timer, ensure that the clock is set correctly. –... -
Page 23: Sleep Timer Setting
Timer Operations Sleep timer setting The sleep timer enables the system to switch to Eco Power standby mode automatically at a preset time. Press SLEEP repeatedly until it reaches the desired preset turn-off time. ➜ The selections are as follows (time in minutes): 15 ™... -
Page 24: Specifications
Specifications AMPLIFIER Output power 280 W total power 2 x 140 W RMS 2 x 130 W FTC ≥ 75 dBA (IEC) Signal-to-noise ratio Frequency response 50 – 18000 Hz, –3 dB Input sensitivity AUX In 640 m V Gameport 310 mV Output ≥... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
WARNING Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock. If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, please call 1-800-531-0039 for help. -
Page 26: Limited Warranty
No other warranties are expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability or fit- ness 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.)