Philips FW-996 manual Plug and Play, CD Playback, Radio, Cassette Playback

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Press TAPE to select the deck (1 or 2).
Press CD to select CD mode.

Quick Use

Guide

1

 

 

THREE DISC DIRECT PLAY

 

 

 

DISC

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

OPEN-

 

CHANGE

CLOSE

 

 

 

 

 

CD/CDR/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

 

 

 

 

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

FW-996

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

 

 

 

3

VOLUME

STANDBY-ON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ECO POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

INTERACTIVE VU METER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUND NAVI

G

 

 

 

 

 

CLOCK-

AUTO

 

 

 

ATION - J

OG

 

 

 

DISPLAY

PROG TIMER

REPLAY

DUBBING

REC

 

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SC

 

 

 

 

 

CD 1-2-3

 

AM-FM

 

 

 

 

 

 

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PRE ET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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EX

 

 

 

AX SOUND

 

 

 

 

P R

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CD

 

TUNER

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D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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DEMO

 

 

 

 

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PLAY-

 

 

D

O

 

 

 

 

 

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R

 

A

STOP/

PAUSE

 

 

R

R

 

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CLEAR

 

 

 

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

N U

 

 

 

 

 

I

S

 

 

 

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-MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

 

 

 

 

 

EARCH-TUNIN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL (DAC)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE

 

AUX

-MAX BASS POR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DB

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE 1-2

 

CDR/DVD

 

 

 

 

TAPE 1

TAPE 1

PLUG and PLAY

Plug and play automatically detects and programs all avail-

able radio stations (up to 40). Plug and Play will be activated when you turn on the system for the first time.

1

Turn the system on.

2

“AUTO INSTALL—PRESS PLAY” will appear in

the display window. Press the PLAY 3 button.

 

“INSTALL” will appear, followed by

 

 

“TUNER” then “AUTO”.

 

“Prog” flashes as the tuner searches for

 

 

radio stations on the FM and AM bands.

3

The system stops searching and the last pre-

set station plays when all radio stations with

 

sufficient signal have been programmed, or the

 

limit of 40 programmed stations has been reached.

 

If you skip Plug and Play installation,

 

 

it will reactivate next time you turn the

 

 

system on.

CD PLAYBACK

1

2

Load the disc tray. Press OPEN•CLOSE to

 

open the disc tray. Place a disc in the disc tray.

 

 

Press DISC CHANGE to load the other tray.

2

 

Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the disc tray.

3

Press PLAY3 to play all discs in the disc changer.

 

 

THREE DISC DIRECT PLAY

 

 

DISC

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

OPEN-

CHANGE

CLOSE

3ECO POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD/CDR/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

 

 

 

 

 

el

volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INTERACTIVE VU METER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REC 1

 

 

UND NA VI

G

 

 

 

 

CLOCK-

AUTO

 

 

ATION -

 

 

 

 

DISPLAY PROG TIMER

REPLAY DUBBING

 

 

SO

DJSOCG

 

 

 

 

 

CD 1-2-3

AM-FM

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRE ET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

 

EX

 

 

MAX SOUND

 

 

 

P R

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T

CD

TUNER

E

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IB

U

V

DEMO

PLAY-

 

 

 

 

DE

OR

 

 

 

 

 

A

STOP/

PAUSE

 

 

 

 

RR

C

CLEAR

 

 

 

SOURCE

 

C

U

 

 

 

 

 

N S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

 

 

 

S

 

G

 

 

-MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

 

 

 

EARCH T-UNIN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL (DAC)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE

AUX

-MAX BASS POR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DB

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE 1-2

CDR/DVD

 

 

 

 

TAPE 1

TAPE 1

 

 

THREE DISC DIRECT PLAY

 

 

DISC

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

OPEN-

CHANGE

CLOSE

 

 

 

 

CD/CDR/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

 

 

 

 

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

RADIO

1 Press TUNER to select Tuner mode.

CASSETTE Playback

1

 

 

THREE DISC DIRECT PLAY

 

 

DISC

DISC 1

DISC 2

DISC 3

OPEN-

CHANGE

CLOSE

 

 

 

 

CD/CDR/CD-RW COMPATIBLE

 

 

 

 

CD SYNCHRO RECORDING

2

3

FW-996

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

 

 

1

 

VOLUME

STANDBY-ON

 

 

 

 

 

ECO POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INTERACTIVE VU METER

 

 

 

CLOCK-

AUTO

 

OUND NAVI GATION - J

OG

 

DISPLAY PROG TIMER

REPLAY DUBBING

REC

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

SC

 

 

CD 1-2-3

AM-FM

 

 

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

PRE ET

NE

 

 

 

 

 

 

P R

E

 

XT

CD

TUNER

MAX SOUND

E

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

N

 

DEMO

 

 

 

 

 

IB

U

V

STOP/

PLAY-

 

 

 

E

R

A

PAUSE

 

 

 

R

R

 

 

 

C

C

CLEAR

 

 

 

SOURCE

N U

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

S

 

S

G

 

 

 

EARCH-TUNIN

 

-MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

 

 

TAPE

AUX

CONTROL (DAC)

 

 

-MAX BASS POR

 

 

 

 

B

 

 

 

 

DB

 

TAPE 1-2

 

CDR/DVD

 

2

Press w or to tune to a programmed radio

station.

3

Press 1 or ¡ breifly and repeatedly to manu-

ally tune to a radion station

Place a tape in the selected deck. Press 0 to

2 open the tape deck door. tray. Insert a tape with the open side down and the full spool on the left. Close the tape deck door.

3 Press PLAY3 to play the tape.

2

FW-996

STANDBY-ON

3ECO POWER

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

PRE ET

NE

 

 

V

 

 

R

E

 

X

P

 

 

T

DEMO

PLAY-

STOP/

PAUSE

CLEAR

 

 

 

 

S

 

G

 

 

EARCH T-UNIN

MINI HIFI SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOLUME

 

 

 

 

volume

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INTERACTIVE VU METER

 

 

 

 

CLOCK-

AUTO

 

1

 

 

UND NA VI

AGTION -

JOG

DISPLAY PROG TIMER

REPLAY

DUBBING REC

 

 

SO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SC

 

CD 1-2-3

AM-FM

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD

 

TUNER

MAX SOUND

 

E

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BL

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

U

 

V

 

 

 

 

 

DEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

RR

 

C

 

 

SOURCE

 

 

C

U

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

-MAX BASS DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL (DAC)

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE

 

AUX

-MAX BASS POR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DB

 

TAPE 1-2

CDR/DVD

 

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE 1

TAPE 1

TAPE 1

TAPE 1

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FW-996 specifications

The Philips FW-996 is a sophisticated home audio system that was designed to deliver a remarkable listening experience. Known for its robust build and impressive sound quality, the FW-996 integrates various technologies that enhance both audio performance and user convenience.

One of the main features of the Philips FW-996 is its ability to produce high-quality sound through its powerful speakers. The system boasts a total output power of 200 watts, providing ample volume and clarity for any room. The inclusion of a subwoofer contributes to deep bass tones, enriching the overall audio experience whether listening to music or watching movies.

The FW-996 supports multiple audio formats, making it versatile for different media. Users can play CDs, cassettes, and FM radio, catering to traditional media preferences while also accommodating digital sources. The system includes a built-in CD player and cassette deck, appealing to audiophiles who enjoy physical media. Additionally, with USB connectivity, users can easily connect their digital music players or USB drives, allowing for direct playback of MP3 files.

One standout technology integrated into the Philips FW-996 is Digital Sound Control, which enables users to customize their listening experience by adjusting EQ settings. This feature allows for tuning the sound output to match various genres of music or personal preferences, ensuring an optimal auditory experience.

The system also features a convenient Remote Control, which makes it easy to navigate through the various playback options and settings from a distance. For added convenience, the FW-996 is equipped with a programmable timer, allowing users to schedule playback or set alarms, an excellent feature for music lovers who want to wake up or unwind to their favorite tunes.

In terms of design, the Philips FW-996 sports a sleek and modern look, with a user interface that is both intuitive and straightforward. The aesthetic appeal of the system complements any room decor, making it a versatile addition to a living space or home entertainment setup.

Overall, the Philips FW-996 stands out as a comprehensive audio solution that combines classic media playback with modern technology. With its powerful output, varied connectivity options, and user-friendly features, this audio system is designed to satisfy both casual listeners and serious music enthusiasts alike.