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... 'D' Digital Amplifier for quality sound performance • MAX Sound with 5 CD Tray Changer Remote Control MP3 Music from Your PC Enjoy the freedom of remote controlling your MP3 Music from your PC and savoring it through the MCM590's powerful, dynamic speakers. With USB PC Link for MP3 streaming and Max Sound, music lovers will appreciate this complete audio solution. MP3 Micro Hi-Fi System with 3 Max bass ports for instant power boost • 3-Way Bass Reflex Speaker System for powerful sound...
... 'D' Digital Amplifier for quality sound performance • MAX Sound with 5 CD Tray Changer Remote Control MP3 Music from Your PC Enjoy the freedom of remote controlling your MP3 Music from your PC and savoring it through the MCM590's powerful, dynamic speakers. With USB PC Link for MP3 streaming and Max Sound, music lovers will appreciate this complete audio solution. MP3 Micro Hi-Fi System with 3 Max bass ports for instant power boost • 3-Way Bass Reflex Speaker System for powerful sound...
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... sound settings Tuner / Reception • Auto digital tuning • Station presets: 40 • Tuner bands: FM, MW • Tuner enhancement: Plug and Play for easy installation of radio Autostore Connectivity • Audio input analog: Aux in (cinch) • Audio input digital: USB PC Link • Headphone: 3.5 mm stereo jack • Rear connections: FM coxial antenna MW loop antenna Convenience • Alarm enhancement technology: CD alarm timer Radio alarm timer Sleep Timer • Clock display • Display type: Green FTD • Indication: Dim mode • Eco power standby...
... sound settings Tuner / Reception • Auto digital tuning • Station presets: 40 • Tuner bands: FM, MW • Tuner enhancement: Plug and Play for easy installation of radio Autostore Connectivity • Audio input analog: Aux in (cinch) • Audio input digital: USB PC Link • Headphone: 3.5 mm stereo jack • Rear connections: FM coxial antenna MW loop antenna Convenience • Alarm enhancement technology: CD alarm timer Radio alarm timer Sleep Timer • Clock display • Display type: Green FTD • Indication: Dim mode • Eco power standby...
User manual
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... Control buttons available on the remote only 9 Connections Step 1: Connecting FM/MW antennas .......... 10 Step 2: Connecting the speakers 11 Step 3: Connecting to PC 11 Step 4: Connecting the AC power cord ........ 11 Step 5: Inserting batteries into the remote control 11 Using the remote control to operate the system 11 USB PC Link Quick setup guide 12 PC system requirement 12 Software installation 12 Using MusicMatch software 13 Connecting USB PC Link 13 Philips Sound Agent 2 14 Enabling digital CD audio output 14 Basic Operations Switching on/off 15 Switching to active mode...
... Control buttons available on the remote only 9 Connections Step 1: Connecting FM/MW antennas .......... 10 Step 2: Connecting the speakers 11 Step 3: Connecting to PC 11 Step 4: Connecting the AC power cord ........ 11 Step 5: Inserting batteries into the remote control 11 Using the remote control to operate the system 11 USB PC Link Quick setup guide 12 PC system requirement 12 Software installation 12 Using MusicMatch software 13 Connecting USB PC Link 13 Philips Sound Agent 2 14 Enabling digital CD audio output 14 Basic Operations Switching on/off 15 Switching to active mode...
User manual
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... system on the lens. - Power saving - USB PC LINK software installer disc - Remote control and two AA batteries. - Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of the cabinet - Care and safety information (page 3 - In a cabinet, allows about 10cm (4 inches) of disc - Disconnect the AC power cord from the power outlet when not in a straight line from cold to warm surroundings, making it . MW loop antenna...
... system on the lens. - Power saving - USB PC LINK software installer disc - Remote control and two AA batteries. - Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of the cabinet - Care and safety information (page 3 - In a cabinet, allows about 10cm (4 inches) of disc - Disconnect the AC power cord from the power outlet when not in a straight line from cold to warm surroundings, making it . MW loop antenna...
User manual
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...in Eco Power standby mode. 2 STANDBY ON B - CD: starts or confirms track programming. - or 24-hour clock display. 8 Display screen 9 Disc trays (1~5) 0 5 DISC DIRECT PLAY 1~5 (CD 1~5) - Lights up / down. - Switches to Eco Power standby mode or turns on the system. - *Switches to playback. * = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds. 8 CD: stops playback or clears a programme. - TUNER: *enters Plug & Play tuner installation mode and /or starts preset radio station installation. 4 STOP•DEMO Ç - CLOCK: sets the hours. - Selects a disc tray to standby mode...
...in Eco Power standby mode. 2 STANDBY ON B - CD: starts or confirms track programming. - or 24-hour clock display. 8 Display screen 9 Disc trays (1~5) 0 5 DISC DIRECT PLAY 1~5 (CD 1~5) - Lights up / down. - Switches to Eco Power standby mode or turns on the system. - *Switches to playback. * = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds. 8 CD: stops playback or clears a programme. - TUNER: *enters Plug & Play tuner installation mode and /or starts preset radio station installation. 4 STOP•DEMO Ç - CLOCK: sets the hours. - Selects a disc tray to standby mode...
User manual
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... programmed tracks. ™ SLEEP - Selects different levels of various sound features. $ MASTER VOLUME (VOL +-) - Adjusts the volume level. % VEC/ REVERB - Switches to standby mode. ≥ DISPLAY - Switches to clock display mode. * CD / TUNER / AUX / USB PC LINK - Mutes or restores the volume. * = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds. 9 English Functional Overview ! Plug in the headphones jack. USB PC Link: Selects USB PC Link source. ( Connect the USB cable between AUX and CDR mode. - Turns on / off the random play mode. ª TIMER...
... programmed tracks. ™ SLEEP - Selects different levels of various sound features. $ MASTER VOLUME (VOL +-) - Adjusts the volume level. % VEC/ REVERB - Switches to standby mode. ≥ DISPLAY - Switches to clock display mode. * CD / TUNER / AUX / USB PC LINK - Mutes or restores the volume. * = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds. 9 English Functional Overview ! Plug in the headphones jack. USB PC Link: Selects USB PC Link source. ( Connect the USB cable between AUX and CDR mode. - Turns on / off the random play mode. ª TIMER...
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Use only the supplied speakers. Connect the AC power cord to the power outlet only after you switch on the system. - For countries that the voltage selector located at the rear of the antennas for all versions). Never make or change connections with the power switched on a shelf or attach it (not available for optimal reception. - To avoid overheating of the main unit and speakers provides the best sound. Step 1: Connecting FM...
Use only the supplied speakers. Connect the AC power cord to the power outlet only after you switch on the system. - For countries that the voltage selector located at the rear of the antennas for all versions). Never make or change connections with the power switched on a shelf or attach it (not available for optimal reception. - To avoid overheating of the main unit and speakers provides the best sound. Step 1: Connecting FM...
User manual
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... radio stations (page 3 - Using the remote control to operate the system 1 Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor (iR) on the main unit to control by pressing one pair of the source select keys on the display panel when the AC power cord is plugged into the remote control 3 1 2 Notes: - Fully insert the stripped portion of batteries in combination. - PRESS PLAY" may damage the system due to "USB PC Link"). Ensure that the speaker cables...
... radio stations (page 3 - Using the remote control to operate the system 1 Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor (iR) on the main unit to control by pressing one pair of the source select keys on the display panel when the AC power cord is plugged into the remote control 3 1 2 Notes: - Fully insert the stripped portion of batteries in combination. - PRESS PLAY" may damage the system due to "USB PC Link"). Ensure that the speaker cables...
User manual
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... click the Setup.exe. 3 Select your audio system! Make sure the mute setting on your PC control panel is deactivated to ensure you get the sound from your desired language from the list. 4 Select Install Software. 5 Connect the USB cable to the PC and Audio System and press the USB PC Link button on the Audio set or the remote control. 6 Follow the instructions as prompted on the screen to their respective owners. CD-ROM drive...
... click the Setup.exe. 3 Select your audio system! Make sure the mute setting on your PC control panel is deactivated to ensure you get the sound from your desired language from the list. 4 Select Install Software. 5 Connect the USB cable to the PC and Audio System and press the USB PC Link button on the Audio set or the remote control. 6 Follow the instructions as prompted on the screen to their respective owners. CD-ROM drive...
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... to Connecting to the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) stored in your USB PC Link installer disc or visit "www.audio.philips.com" for the latest update on FAQ. If you encounter any problem using USB PC Link, please refer to USB PC Link. Now you may click the Open button on the Playlist window to browse for USB PC Link installation. 2 3 4 5 1 3 1 Drag and drop files, or folders with the audio system...
... to Connecting to the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) stored in your USB PC Link installer disc or visit "www.audio.philips.com" for the latest update on FAQ. If you encounter any problem using USB PC Link, please refer to USB PC Link. Now you may click the Open button on the Playlist window to browse for USB PC Link installation. 2 3 4 5 1 3 1 Drag and drop files, or folders with the audio system...
User manual
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... the CD/MP3CD, please use your PC's manual for detailed installation procedures, OR 'Software installation' in the supplied CD-ROM or the Help menu. When the USB PC Link feature is activated, Philips Sound Agent 2 will be launched (if it is selected. 2 Press DSC/PRESET or VEC/REVERB to suit your PC's hardware as follows: For Windows ME / 2000/ XP 1 Enter the system control panel menu and select: "System ™...
... the CD/MP3CD, please use your PC's manual for detailed installation procedures, OR 'Software installation' in the supplied CD-ROM or the Help menu. When the USB PC Link feature is activated, Philips Sound Agent 2 will be launched (if it is selected. 2 Press DSC/PRESET or VEC/REVERB to suit your PC's hardware as follows: For Windows ME / 2000/ XP 1 Enter the system control panel menu and select: "System ™...
User manual
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... active mode ● Press CD, TUNER, AUX or USB PC LINK. Switching to store the setting. ➜ The clock will begin showing the various features offered by the system. English Basic Operations Switching on /off Switching to the Eco Power standby or standby mode, make sure the demonstration mode has been deactivated. Switching to the Eco Power standby or standby mode, it will start working. Note: - To deactivate the demonstration ● Press and hold B. ➜ The clock is displayed...
... active mode ● Press CD, TUNER, AUX or USB PC LINK. Switching to store the setting. ➜ The clock will begin showing the various features offered by the system. English Basic Operations Switching on /off Switching to the Eco Power standby or standby mode, make sure the demonstration mode has been deactivated. Switching to the Eco Power standby or standby mode, it will start working. Note: - To deactivate the demonstration ● Press and hold B. ➜ The clock is displayed...
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... SOUND button lights up. Volume control ● Adjust MASTER VOLUME (or press VOL +/- DIM mode DIM OFF DIM 1 DIM 2 DIM 3 Button illumination on on Display brightness full full on half off half Spectrum analyser on off on remote). ➜ If activated, MAX is the maximum volume level. English Basic Operations Selecting different display modes Dim mode You can choose to show the information related to the selected mode. Digital Sound Control...
... SOUND button lights up. Volume control ● Adjust MASTER VOLUME (or press VOL +/- DIM mode DIM OFF DIM 1 DIM 2 DIM 3 Button illumination on on Display brightness full full on half off half Spectrum analyser on off on remote). ➜ If activated, MAX is the maximum volume level. English Basic Operations Selecting different display modes Dim mode You can choose to show the information related to the selected mode. Digital Sound Control...
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... the display. 4 Repeat steps 1~3 for loading discs onto the disc trays 2~5. P4). OR In stop . To replace discs without interrupting playback ● Press OPEN/CLOSE 0 buttons of tracks and the playing time will play : - To ensure good system performance, wait until the desired track is playing, you open disc tray 1. 2 Load a disc with MP3 tracks) Basic playback controls Load discs (page 3 - For MP3 disc, the volume will play once, then stop mode, press CD...
... the display. 4 Repeat steps 1~3 for loading discs onto the disc trays 2~5. P4). OR In stop . To replace discs without interrupting playback ● Press OPEN/CLOSE 0 buttons of tracks and the playing time will play : - To ensure good system performance, wait until the desired track is playing, you open disc tray 1. 2 Load a disc with MP3 tracks) Basic playback controls Load discs (page 3 - For MP3 disc, the volume will play once, then stop mode, press CD...
User manual
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... the programme mode is displayed. to repeat playback of all the tracks in the active disc tray has been shuffled, then it will be played in random order. English Disc Operations Playing an MP3 disc 1 DISC 1 DISC 21 DISC 32 POWER ON/OFF DISC 43 DISC D1ISC 54 DISC 5 5 DISC DIRECT PL AY DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5 OPEN/ CLOSE 1 2 3 3 4 CD / CD-R / CD-RW COMPATIBLE 5 TITLE A02 T008 3 4 2 ALBUM A02 T001 1 Load an MP3 disc. ➜ The disc reading time may exceed...
... the programme mode is displayed. to repeat playback of all the tracks in the active disc tray has been shuffled, then it will be played in random order. English Disc Operations Playing an MP3 disc 1 DISC 1 DISC 21 DISC 32 POWER ON/OFF DISC 43 DISC D1ISC 54 DISC 5 5 DISC DIRECT PL AY DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5 OPEN/ CLOSE 1 2 3 3 4 CD / CD-R / CD-RW COMPATIBLE 5 TITLE A02 T008 3 4 2 ALBUM A02 T001 1 Load an MP3 disc. ➜ The disc reading time may exceed...
User manual
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... preset radio stations with higher numbers are decreased by MW bands. Manual presetting You can store up for FM stereo reception. P3) Plug and Play allows you want to the power supply, "AUTO INSTALL - Selecting a preset radio station ● In tuner mode, press í or ë. ➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and waveband are connected. If no button is found. OR In Eco Power standby/standby mode, press and hold Çuntil the frequency indication starts to change...
... preset radio stations with higher numbers are decreased by MW bands. Manual presetting You can store up for FM stereo reception. P3) Plug and Play allows you want to the power supply, "AUTO INSTALL - Selecting a preset radio station ● In tuner mode, press í or ë. ➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and waveband are connected. If no button is found. OR In Eco Power standby/standby mode, press and hold Çuntil the frequency indication starts to change...
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... Timer Operations Timer setting The system can switch on to CD,TUNER or USB PC LINK mode automatically at a preset time, serving as an alarm to "USB PC Link" for proper connection and setup before it will switch to the next available disc. The volume of the last selected disc. Note: - playing the last selected playlist. Checking the timer setting ● Press TIMER on the remote until "SELECT CLOCK OR TIMER" is set correctly. - Then press ë to change the display to "TIMER...
... Timer Operations Timer setting The system can switch on to CD,TUNER or USB PC LINK mode automatically at a preset time, serving as an alarm to "USB PC Link" for proper connection and setup before it will switch to the next available disc. The volume of the last selected disc. Note: - playing the last selected playlist. Checking the timer setting ● Press TIMER on the remote until "SELECT CLOCK OR TIMER" is set correctly. - Then press ë to change the display to "TIMER...
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... complete connection and use a "single to double" cinch cable, but the output sounds still remain mono. 2 Press AUX repeatedly. ➜ Select "AUX" when connecting to a TV, VCR or Laser Disc player. ➜ Select "AUX/CDR" when connecting to a CD recorder or DVD player. 3 Press PLAY on the remote. ➜ The system will switch to standby mode for selection. - All the sound control features (DSC,VEC for example) are available for five minutes. English Timer Operations...
... complete connection and use a "single to double" cinch cable, but the output sounds still remain mono. 2 Press AUX repeatedly. ➜ Select "AUX" when connecting to a TV, VCR or Laser Disc player. ➜ Select "AUX/CDR" when connecting to a CD recorder or DVD player. 3 Press PLAY on the remote. ➜ The system will switch to standby mode for selection. - All the sound control features (DSC,VEC for example) are available for five minutes. English Timer Operations...
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... kHz USB Frequency response 20 - 20000 Hz, -3 dB Signal-to-noise ratio 75 dBA Channel separation 40 dB (1 kHz) Total harmonic distortion 0.3% (1 kHz) TUNER FM wave range 87.5 - 108 MHz MW wave range (9 kHz 531 - 1602 kHz MW wave range (10 kHz 530 - 1700 kHz Number of presets 40 Antenna FM 75 Ω wire MW Loop antenna SPEAKERS System 3-way, Bass...
... kHz USB Frequency response 20 - 20000 Hz, -3 dB Signal-to-noise ratio 75 dBA Channel separation 40 dB (1 kHz) Total harmonic distortion 0.3% (1 kHz) TUNER FM wave range 87.5 - 108 MHz MW wave range (9 kHz 531 - 1602 kHz MW wave range (10 kHz 530 - 1700 kHz Number of presets 40 Antenna FM 75 Ω wire MW Loop antenna SPEAKERS System 3-way, Bass...
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... the PC's volume is not working. ✔ Set the clock correctly. ✔ Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch buttons start flashing. The timer is not put into mute. ✔ When playing CD from the Philips Sound Agent 2 sound mode when listening to MP3 music streaming via USB PC Link. ✔ Check the connection between the system and your TV or VCR. off the demonstration mode. 25 Problem Auto Installation of poor quality. ✔ Adjust the volume. ✔...
... the PC's volume is not working. ✔ Set the clock correctly. ✔ Press TIMER ON/OFF to switch buttons start flashing. The timer is not put into mute. ✔ When playing CD from the Philips Sound Agent 2 sound mode when listening to MP3 music streaming via USB PC Link. ✔ Check the connection between the system and your TV or VCR. off the demonstration mode. 25 Problem Auto Installation of poor quality. ✔ Adjust the volume. ✔...