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PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
NORTH AMERICA
Knoxville, Tennessee 37914-1810, U.S.A.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufactur-
er.
10.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer or sold with the appara-
tus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-
over.
11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or when the appa-
ratus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, 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:
• Install ALL batteries correctly, and as marked on the unit.
• Do not mix batteries (OLD and NEW or CARBON and ALKALINE,
etc.).
• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
13 Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
14 Do not place any sources of danger on the apparatus. (e.g. liquid
filled objects, lighted candles).
15 This product may contain lead and mercury. Disposal of these material
may be regulated due to environment considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or
the Electronic Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.
EL 6475-E005: 04/01
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
1. Lisez ces instructions.
2. Conservez ces instructions.
3. Respectez les avertissements.
4. Suivez toutes les instructions.
5. N’utilisez pas cet appareil à proximité d’une source d’eau.
6. Nettoyez l’appareil uniquement avec un chiffon sec.
7. N’obstruez aucun orifice de ventilation. Installez l’appareil
selon les instructions du fabricant.
8. N’installez pas l’appareil près d’une source de chaleur
comme par exemple des radiateurs, bouches de chaleur,
cuisinières, ou autres appareils (même des amplificateurs)
dégageant de la chaleur.
9. Utilisez uniquement des accessoires ou options recommandés
par le fabricant.
10.
Utilisez uniquement un meuble sur roulettes, un
support, un pied, une étagère ou une table de type
recommandé par le fabricant. Si vous utilisez un meu-
ble sur roulettes, veillez à le déplacer avec précaution
afin d’éviter tout accident corporel si l’équipement se
renversait.
11. Pour toute réparation, faites appel à un personnel qualifié. Une
réparation sera nécessaire si l’appareil a subi des dommages tels
que détérioration du cordon d’alimentation ou de la prise, liquide
renversé sur l’appareil, ou encore si un objet est tombé dessus, si
l’appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à l’humidité, s’il ne fonctionne
pas correctement ou s’il a fait une chute.
12.
PRÉCAUTION
d’emploi des piles
– Afin d’éviter toute fuite des piles qui risquerait de causer des
blessures corporelles, des dommages matériels, ou d’endommager
l’appareil:
• Installez TOUTES les piles correctement, et tels qu’indiqués sur
l’appareil.
• Ne mélangez pas les piles (pas de piles NEUVES avec des
USAGÉES ou de piles au CARBONE avec des ALCALINES, etc.).
• Enlevez les piles lorsque l’appareil reste inutilisé pendant une
longue période.
13 Cet appareil ne doit pas être exposé à des éclaboussures.
14 N’exposez pas cet appareil à sources de problème poten-
tielles (objets remplis de liquide, bougies allumées, etc.).
15 Ce produit peut contenir du plomb et du mercure. L’élimination de ces
matières est réglementée pour protéger l’environnement. Pour savoir
comment les éliminer ou les recycler, contactez les autorités
locales [ou Electronic Industries Alliance : www. eiae.org].
EL 6475-F005: 04/01
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Lea estas instrucciones.
2. Conserve estas instrucciones.
3. Lea todos los avisos.
4. Siga todas las instrucciones .
5. No utilice este aparato cerca del agua.
6. Para limpiar el aparato utilice sólo un trapo seco.
7. No tape las aperturas de ventilación. Proceda a su insta-
lación de acuerdo con las instrucciones del fabricante.
8. No instale el equipo cerca de fuentes de calor – Como radi-
adores, calentadores, estufas o cualquier otro aparato (incluyendo
los amplificadores) generador de calor.
9. Utilice exclusivamente aquellos dispositivos/accesorios
recomendados por el fabricante.
10.
Coloque el equipo exclusivamente sobre aquellos
carros, bases, trípodes, soportes o mesas especificados
por el comerciante o vendidos con el equipo. Cuando
utilice un carro, tenga cuidado al desplazar el conjunto
carro/equipo para evitar posibles daños por vuelco.
11. Confíe el mantenimiento y las reparaciones a personal técni-
co especializado. El equipo deberá repararse siempre que haya
resultado dañado de alguna manera, como por ejemplo por daños
en el cable o en la clavija, por derrame de líquido sobre el equipo,
por objetos que hubieran podido introducirse en su interior, por
exposición del equipo a la lluvia o a ambientes húmedos, cuando
el equipo no funcione con normalidad o cuando hubiera sufrido
algún tipo de caída.
12. Uso de las pilas – 
ADVERTENCIA
: Para prevenir escapes
en las pilas, que pueden ocasionar lesiones físicas, daños a su
propiedad o dañar la unidad:
• Instale TODAS las pilas correctamente, como está marcado
en la unidad.
• No mezcle las pilas (VIEJAS con NUEVAS DE CARBONO y
ALCALINAS, etc.).
• Extraiga las pilas cuando no vaya a usar la unidad durante largo
tiempo.
13 El aparato no debe exponerse a goteos ni salpicaduras.
14 No coloque nada que pueda ser peligroso sobre el aparato
(por ejemplo, objetos llenos de líquido, velas encendidas).
15 Ese producto puede contener el plomo y mercurio.  La eliminación de
este material puede estar regulada debido a consideraciones medioambi-
entales. Para obtener información sobre la eliminación o recicla-
je de material, póngase en contacto con las autoridades locales
[o con la Electronic Industries Alliance : www. eiae.org]
.
EL 6475-S005: 04/01
One (1) Year Free Product Exchange
PHILIPS LIMITED WARRANTY
PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 
warrants this product against defect in 
material or workmanship, subject to any conditions set forth as follows:
PROOF OF PURCHASE: 
You must have proof of the date of purchase to exchange the product. A sales receipt or 
other document showing the product, the date that you purchased the product, as well as 
the authorized retailer included, is considered such proof. 
COVERAGE:
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For a period of one (1) year from 
the date of purchase, if the product is determined to be defective, Philips will exchange the 
defective product with a new or renewed product, at its option, at no charge. The replace-
ment product is covered only for the warranty period of the original product. When the 
warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on all replaced products also expires. 
When it is necessary for you to ship the product to Philips for exchange, you will pay the 
shipping cost for shipment to Philips. Philips will pay the shipping costs when returning a 
product to you.
Note: The exchange model supplied will be the most comparable one in Philips current 
inventory. Shipping of your product to Philips implies intent to follow the specified require-
ments of the warranty and exchange program. Product received by Philips cannot be 
returned. Replacement product can only be sent if all warranty requirements are met. 
Failure to follow all requirements can result in delay of exchange process.
EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY COVERAGE
Your warranty does not cover:
• Shipping charges to return defective product. 
• 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 improper installation, connections to 
improper voltage supply, abuse, neglect, misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other 
cause not within the control of Philips.
• Damage occurring to product during shipping when improperly packaged or cost 
associated with packaging.
• 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. 
• A product used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to 
rental purposes).
(Warranty: 4835 710 27325)
• Products lost in shipment and no signature verification of receipt can be provided.
• Products sold AS IS or RENEWED. 
WHERE WARRANTY EXCHANGE IS AVAILABLE: 
Exchange is available in all countries where Philips officially distributes the product. 
In countries where Philips does not distribute the product, the local Philips organization 
will attempt to exchange the product, although there may be a delay if the appropriate 
product is not readily available, or special customs processes are implied.
FOR EXCHANGE IN THE U.S.A., PUERTO RICO, OR 
U.S. VIRGIN  ISLANDS…
Contact Philips Customer Care Center at:
1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477)
FOR EXCHANGE IN CANADA…
 
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
 
1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477) - (English or Spanish Speaking)
REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY 
OF THE CONSUMER. PHILIPS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED 
WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY 
APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS 
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO 
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. 
Some states do not allow the exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential 
damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above 
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a service 
contract agreement with the PHILIPS partnership within ninety (90) days of the date of sale, 
the limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply.
 
Philips, P.O. Box 671539, Marietta, GA. 30006-0026
This warranty gives you specific legal rights.  You may have other rights which vary from 
state/province to state/province.
Échange gratuit de un (1) an sur les produits
GARANTIE LIMITÉE PHILIPS
PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
 garantit ce produit contre tout défaut de 
matière ou de main d’oeuvre, sous réserve de toutes les conditions énoncées, comme suit :
PREUVE D’ACHAT : 
Vous devez fournir une preuve de la date d’achat afin de bénéficier du service d’échange 
pour votre produit. Un reçu ou tout autre document faisant preuve de la date d’achat du 
produit et du détaillant agréé est considéré comme une preuve d’achat. 
COUVERTURE :
La protection offerte par la garantie commence le jour où vous avez acheté votre produit. 
Pour une période de un (1) an à partir de la date d’achat, s’il est déterminé que le produit 
est défectueux, Philips s’engage à échanger le produit défectueux pour un produit neuf ou 
remis à neuf, à son choix, gratuitement. Le produit de remplacement n’est couvert que pour 
la période de garantie du produit d’origine. Lorsque la garantie du produit d’origine arrive 
à terme, la garantie sur tous les produits remplacés expire également. Au cas où vous devez 
expédier le produit à Philips pour l’échanger, vous êtes responsable des frais d’expédition 
à Philips. Philips s’engage à payer les frais d’expédition pour renvoyer votre produit à votre 
domicile.
Remarque : Le modèle d’échange fourni sera le modèle le plus comparable dans l’inventaire 
actuel de Philips. L’expédition de votre produit à Philips implique l’intention de respecter 
les exigences spécifiques de la garantie et du programme d’échange. Les produits reçus par 
Philips ne peuvent pas être retournés. Un produit de remplacement ne pourra être envoyé 
que si toutes les exigences de la garantie ont été respectées. Tout manquement de 
répondre à toutes les exigences pourra entraîner un délai dans la procédure d’échange.
EXCLUSIONS DE LA GARANTIE
Votre garantie ne couvre pas :
• les frais d’expédition pour le renvoi du produit défectueux. 
• les frais de main d’oeuvre pour l’installation ou la configuration du produit, le réglage des 
commandes sur le produit du client ainsi que l’installation ou la réparation du système 
d’antenne externe au produit. 
• la réparation du produit et/ou le remplacement des pièces à cause d’une mauvaise 
installation, d’un raccordement à une alimentation électrique incorrecte, d’un emploi 
abusif, d’une négligence, d’un mauvais usage, d’un accident, d’une réparation non autorisée 
ou de toute autre cause non contrôlable par Philips. 
• tout dommage au produit lors de l’expédition lorsque celui-ci n’a pas été emballé 
correctement ou tout frais associé à l’emballage. 
(Garantie: 4835 710 27350)
• un produit nécessitant une modification ou adaptation afin de permettre l’utilisation 
dans tout pays autre que celui pour lequel il était désigné, fabriqué, approuvé et/ou 
autorisé ou toute réparation du produit endommagé par ces modifications. 
• un produit utilisé à des fins commerciales ou institutionnelles (y compris mais non de 
façon limitative les fins de location). 
• un produit perdu lors de l’expédition sans preuve signée de la réception. 
• un produit vendu TEL QUEL ou RÉNOVÉ.  
OÙ ÉCHANGER LE PRODUIT :
Le service d’échange est disponible dans tous les pays où le produit est distribué officielle-
ment par Philips. Dans le cas où Philips n’est pas distributeur du produit dans votre pays, 
l’organisme de service Philips local tentera d’échanger le produit, bien qu’il y ait possibilité 
d’un délai si le produit approprié n’est pas disponible tout de suite ou si des procédures 
de douane spéciales sont nécessaires.
POUR ÉCHANGER UN PRODUIT AUX ÉTATS-UNIS, À PORTO RICO OU 
AUX ÎLES VIERGES AMÉRICAINES …
Communiquez avec le centre de service à la clientèle de Philips au : 
1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477)
POUR ÉCHANGER UN PRODUIT AU CANADA…
             1-800-661-6162 (pour un service en français)
             1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477) - (pour un service en anglais ou en espagnol)
REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY 
OF THE CONSUMER. PHILIPS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED 
WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY 
APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS 
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO 
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. 
Certains états ne reconnaissent pas l’exclusion ou la limitation de la responsabilité pour 
dommages indirects ou accessoires, ou autorisent des limitations sur la durée d’une 
garantie implicite, il est donc possible que les limitations ou exclusions mentionnées ci-
dessus soient sans effet dans votre cas. En outre, si vous concluez une entente de contrat 
de service avec la société PHILIPS dans les quatre-vingt-dix (90) jours suivant la date 
d’achat, la limitation sur la durée de la garantie implicite ne s’applique pas. 
Philips, P.O. Box 671539, Marietta, GA. 30006-0026
Cette garantie vous donne des droits légaux spécifiques.  Il est possible que vous 
bénéficiiez de droits supplémentaires variant d’un état/province à l’autre.
English
CONTROLS / POWER SUPPLY
1 x headphones AY3805
Controls ( see figure 
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1 ............................display
2
9.........................stops CD play, clears a program or switches the player off
3
∞ .......................skips and searches CD tracks backwards
§ .......................skips and searches CD tracks forwards
4 DBB.....................switches the bass enhancement on and off. 
5 PROG...................programs tracks and reviews the program
6 MODE .................selects the different playing possibilities: 
SHUFFLE
SHUFFLE ALL
REPEAT
1
REPEAT ALL
and 
SCAN
7 VOLUME +/- ......adjust the volume
8 p/LINE OUT........3.5 mm headphone jack, jack to connect the player to 
another audio input of an additional appliance.
9 OPEN ç ............opens the CD lid
0
2;.......................switches the player on, starts or pauses CD play
! ESP......................switch ESP on/off
@ PRESET 
3 ,4 .....selects a preset tuner station (down, up)
# FM.......................selects the radio on/off
$ HOLD...................locks all buttons
OFF......................switches HOLD off
% 4.5V DC...............jack for external power supply
^ ............................type plate
POWER SUPPLY / GENERAL INFORMATION
Use only the AY 3162 adapter (4.5 V / 450 mA direct 
current, positive pole to the center pin). Any other 
product may damage the player.
Make sure the local voltage corresponds to the power
adapter’s voltage.
Connect the power adapter to the 4.5V DC socket of
the player and to the wall outlet.
Note: Always disconnect the adapter when you are not using it.
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, exhausted batteries and old equipment.
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Mains adapter (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
Push OPEN ç to open the CD lid.
Open the battery compartment and insert either 2 
normal or alkaline batteries.
Battery indication
appears when battery operated.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed 
of properly.
• 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 AY 3805
• Connect the supplied headphones to the p/LINE OUT
jack of the player.
Note: p / LINE OUTcan also be used for connecting 
this set to your HiFi system.To adjust the sound
and volume, use the controls on the connected
audio equipment and on the CD player.
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.
Traffic 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.
CD player and CD handling
GENERAL INFORMATION / CD PLAY
Only use the AY 3545 (4822 219 10033) or AY 3548 (3140 118 71890) car voltage
converter (4.5 V DC, positive pole to the centre pin) and the AY 3501 car adapter
cassette. Any other product 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.
2
Plug the voltage converter into the 
cigarette lighter socket (only for 12 V car 
battery, negative grounding), 
then connect
the wired end with 4.5V DC input socket on 
the set.
3
If necessary, clean the cigarette lighter socket 
to obtain a good electrical contact.
4
Turn down the volume and connect the cassette 
adapter plug to p/LINE OUT on the set.
5
Carefully insert the cassette adapter into the car radio’s 
cassette compartment.
6
Make sure the cord does not hinder your driving.
7
Decease the volume on the set, if necessary. Start playback
on the set and adjust the sound with the car radio controls.
• Always remove the voltage converter from the cigarette 
lighter socket when the set is not in use.
Note: If your car radio has a LINE IN socket , it is better to use it for the 
car radio connection instead of the cassette adapter. Connect the signal
lead to this LINE IN socket and to 
p/LINE OUT on the set.
4,5 V  DC
12 V  DC
PROG
MODE
LINE OU
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In-car use (connections supplied or optionally available)
CD PLAY / FEATURES
• If a CD-Recordable (CD-R) or a CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) is not recorded 
properly, Error is displayed, indicating that the CD has not been 
finalized. 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 if you open the CD lid.
• While the CD is read, rEAd is displayed.
Volume and bass
Volume adjustment
• Adjust the volume by using VOLUME 
+/-
on the cd player.
Bass adjustment
• Press DBB to switch the bass enhancement on or off
y
appears if the bass enhancement is
activated.
Playback information
FEATURES
You can store up to 30 tracks to play in a program.
A single track may be stored more than once in the 
program.
In the stop position, press PROG to activate pro-
gramming.
ydisplay: PROG and 00 flash.
Press 
∞ or § to select your desired track number.
ydisplay: PROG and your desired track number
flash.
Press PROG to store the desired track number.
ydisplay: PROG and 00 flash for you to program
the next track.
Repeat steps 2 to 3 to select and store all desired
tracks in this way.
Press 
2; to start playback of your selected tracks.
PROG 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 try to store more than 30 tracks, 
FULL
is displayed.
Clearing the program
• While playback is stopped, press
9  to clear program.
yCLR is displayed once, program 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.
Programming track numbers
FEATURES
HOLD – locking all buttons
You can lock the buttons of the set by switching the slid-
er to HOLD. Now, when a key is pressed, no action will
be executed. This is of use, for example, when transport-
ing the player in a bag. With HOLD activated, you can
avoid accidental activation of other functions.
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; or FM is
pressed.
To deactivate HOLD, switch the slider to OFF.
HOLD
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.
Push the OPEN ç slider to open the player.
Insert an audio CD, printed side up, by pressing the
CD onto the hub. 
Close the player by pressing the lid down.
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
flashing.
• You can continue playback by pressing
2; again.
Press
9  to stop playback.
yThe total number of tracks and the total playing
time of the CD are displayed.
Press
9  again to switch the player off.
• 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.
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Playing a CD
Selecting a track during playback
• Briefly 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.
Selecting a track when playback is stopped
Briefly press
∞  or § once or several times to select
the desired track. The track number is displayed.
Press
2; to start CD play.
yPlayback starts with the selected track.
Searching for a passage during playback
Keep 
∞  or § pressed to find a particular passage in 
a backward or forward direction.
ySearching starts while playback continues at low 
volume. After 2 seconds the search speeds up.
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 shuffle, shuffle all or repeat mode (see MODE chapter), or while
playing a program, searching is only possible within the 
particular track.
Selecting a track and searching
It is possible to play tracks in random order, to repeat a single track or the entire
CD, and to play the first few seconds of each track.
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.
yREPEAT 1: The current track is played repeatedly.
yREPEAT ALL The entire CD is played repeatedly.
ySCAN: The first 10 seconds of each of the
remaining tracks are played in sequence.
ySHUFFLE : All tracks of the CD are played in 
random order until all of them have been played
once.
ySHUFFLE ALL : All tracks of the CD are played
repeatedly in random order.
Playback of selected mode starts with the next track.
• 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 OFF. It is possible to set ESP ON.
• Press ESP
y  ESP is displayed.
• Press ESP again.
y  ESP disappears.
ESP on
➟ ESP off ➟ ESP on
Selecting different playing possibilities-MODE
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself as
this will invalidate the warranty. If a fault occurs, first 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 Error 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.
• 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.
• 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 fields. 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.
Troubleshooting
Batteries (supplied or optionally available)
Canada
English
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.
Français
Cet appareil numérique n'émet pas de
bruits radioélectriques dépassant les 
limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de Classe B prescrites dans
le Règlement sur le Brouillage
Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère
des Communications du Canada.
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Registering your model with PHILIPS makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so
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Purchase 
Returning the enclosed card
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Notification 
By registering your product, you'll
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defect.
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Know these
safety
symbols
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.
C A U T I O N
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
Enter below the Serial No. which is
located on the rear of the cabinet.
Retain this information for future 
reference.
Model No. ______________________
Serial No. ______________________
WARNING:
 
To reduce the risk of fire 
or electric shock, this apparatus should 
not be exposed to rain or moisture, and 
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, 
should not be placed on this apparatus.
CAUTION:
 
To prevent electric shock, 
match wide blade of plug to wide slot, 
fully insert.
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Sachez reconnaître ces 
symboles de 
sécurité 
Ce symbole « d’éclair » 
s’applique aux matériaux non
isolés présents dans votre
appareil et pouvant causer un
choc électrique. Pour assurer la sécurité
des membres de votre famille, veuillez ne
pas enlever le couvercle de votre produit.
Les « points d’exclamation » ont
pour but d’attirer votre attention
sur des caractéristiques à propos
desquelles vous devez lire soigneusement
la documentation accompagnant l’appareil
afin d’éviter tout problème d’exploitation
ou d’entretien.
AVERTISSEMENT :
Afin de réduire les
risques d’incendie ou de choc électrique, ne
pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’hu-
midité et les objets remplis de liquide,
comme les vases, ne doivent pas être placés
sur le dessus de l’appareil.
ATTENTION : Pour éviter les chocs
électriques, introduire la lame la plus
large de la fiche dans la borne 
correspondante de la prise et pousser à
fond.
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t
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES
NE PAS OUVRIR
Attention: Afin de prévenir le risque de chocs électriques
ne pas retirer les vis.
Toute réparation devrait être confiée à un personnel qualifié.
À l’usage du client
Entrez ci-dessous le numéro de série
qui se trouve à l’arrière du boîtier du
dispositif. Conservez ces informations
pour référence ultérieure.
No. de modèle : __________________
No. de série : ____________________
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Notificación
Al registrar su producto,
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(directamente del fabricante)
en el raro caso de un retiro
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Conozca estos símbolos de       
seguridad
Este “relámpago” indica 
material no aislado dentro 
de la unidad que puede causar
una descarga eléctrica. Para la seguridad
de todos en su hogar, por favor no retire
la cubierta del producto.
El “signo de exclamación” llama
la atención hacia funciones
sobre las que debería leer con
atención en la literatura adjunta para 
evitar problemas operativos y de 
mantenimiento.
PRECAUCIÓN: Para evitar descargas
eléctricas, haga que la paleta ancha del
enchufe coincida con la ranura ancha e
introdúzcala hasta el fondo.         
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t
AVISO
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO
NO ABRIR
Atención: Para reducir el riesgo de choque elécrico,
no quite la tapa (o el panel posterior).
En su interior no hay piezas que el usuario pueda reparar.
Para servicio dirijase a personel calificado.
Sólo para uso del cliente
Escriba a continuación el Nº de serie,
el cual se ubica en la parte posterior
del gabinete. Guarde esta información
para futura referencia.
Nº de modelo. __________________
Nº de serie.
____________________
ADVERTENCIA 
Para reducir el riesgo 
de incendios o de descarga eléctrica, este 
aparato no se debe exponer a la lluvia ni 
a la humedad, y no se le deben colocar 
encima objetos llenos de líquido como 
jarrones.
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.
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CD
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HOLD 
➟ OFF
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PLAY
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7
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PRO
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Radio Play
You can tune to any FM station automatically or 
manually.
Press FM to switch the radio on.
Tuning to radio stations automatically
Keep 
∞ or § pressed for at least 2 second.
yThe radio tunes to a station with sufficient strength 
and radio play starts. The current waveband and 
frequency are displayed.
Repeat searching until you find the desired radio 
station.
Tuning to radio stations manually
Keep 
∞ or § pressed.
Release 
∞ or §, then briefly press ∞ or § again 
when you are close to the desired frequency.
Briefly press 
∞ or § repeatedly until you reach the 
desired frequency.
yRadio play starts. The current waveband and 
frequency are displayed.
• To switch from radio play to CD play, press 
2; .
• Press FM again to switch the radio off.
FEATURES / TROUBLESHOOTING
The headphone wire is used as an FM antenna. 
If necessary, move it for optimum reception.
Storing radio stations
You can store up to 20 radio stations (1-20).
Tune to a desired radio station and press PROG.
Press PRESET
3 ,4 repeatedly if necessary to select
the number that should be assigned to this radio 
station.
Press PROG to confirm the storage.
yThe waveband, the frequency and the preset number of the stored station
are displayed.
Store all desired stations this way.
Note: Already stored stations can be recognized by the preset number.
Tuning to a stored radio station
Press FM to switch the radio ON.
Press PRESET
3 ,4 once or more to find your preset station.
yRadio play starts. The waveband, the frequency and the 
preset number of the stored station are displayed.
Antennas
PR
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MO
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LINE OU
T
OPEN
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Portable CD Player
     AX2481
User manual
Manuel d'utilisation
Manual del usuario
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