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Question posted by lghjordan on April 28th, 2013

My Source Button Is Stuck On Tape How Can I Fix It To Go On Radio

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Leaflet - Page 1

...for a deeper bass experience • 2x2.5W RMS/ 5W Total Power Wake up to CD or radio tunes • Wake-Up and Sleep Timer • Digital tuning with 30 preset stations for extra ... Compact design The classic MC138 delivers dynamic sound performance and the essential functionalities that will let you enjoy music just the way you like it. Philips Micro Hi-Fi System MC138 Great Sound and Compact ...
Leaflet - Page 2

...8226; Cassette Playback Modes: Electronic Speed Control Audio Recording • Recording Media: TapeTape Recording Enhancement: Automatic Recording Level, CD Synchro Start Recording Tuner/Reception/Transmission • Tuner Bands: FM Stereo, AM • Auto digital tuning Convenience • Alarms: CD Alarm, Radio Alarm, Sleep timer • Clock: On main display • Display Type...
User manual - Page 1

... access our online help at www.philips.com/support or call 1-888-PHILIPS(744-5477) while with your Philips product more enjoyable. Micro Hi-Fi System MC138 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING PHILIPS! Read your Quick-Use guide and/or owner's manual first for quick tips that make using your product. User manual...
User manual - Page 6

...exposed to environment considerations. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any sources of danger on the apparatus. (e.g. To prevent battery leakage which may contain lead ...by the manufacturer or sold with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not block any heat sources such as marked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point ...
User manual - Page 8

... into the remote control 11 Controls Controls on the system and remote control 12 Basic Functions Switching the system on 13 Power-saving automatic standby 13 Adjusting volume and... 15 Erasing the programme 15 Radio Reception Tuning to radio stations 16 Programming radio stations 16 Tuning to preset radio stations 16 Tape Operation/Recording Tape playback 17 General information on ...
User manual - Page 9

... the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from a cold to excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources caused by a specialized company. Supplied accessories - 2 speaker boxes - English General Information This system complies with the FCC rules, Part 15 and with battery - Operation is placed in a very damp room, moisture may not...
User manual - Page 10

WARNING! - Adjust the position of the antenna for all other radiation source. 10 Therefore, your system may switch to the wall outlet, ensure that all versions). ● Position... English Rear connections The type plate is located at the rear of the system, a safety circuit has been built in the U.K.: please follow the instructions on . AM Antenna To avoid ...
User manual - Page 11

Preparations Before using the remote control 1 Pull out the plastic protective sheet. 2 Select the source you wish to any one of the source select keys on the remote control (for example CD,TUNER). 3 Then select the desired function (for optimum reception. For optimal sound performance, use the supplied ...
User manual - Page 12

... 4 ) - repeats a track/CD program/ entire CD. - switches the system to radio stations selects a preset radio station. 6 Tape Deck Operation RECORD 0 ....... infrared sensor for Tuner programs tuner stations manually or automatically... the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (for Tuner tunes to standby/on the system and remote...
User manual - Page 13

... will continue without sound and volume level flashs. Switching the system on ● Press STANDBY-ON (y on the remote control) or SOURCE. ➜ The system will switch to the last selected source. ● Press SOURCE (CD, TUNER or TAPE on the remote control). ● If in tape mode or recording mode, press STOP•OPEN first. ➜...
User manual - Page 14

...VCD, DVD or computer CDs, however, are not possible. 1 Select CD source. 2 Press OPEN•CLOSE on the top of the system to open the CD compartment. ➜ OPEN is displayed when you open... will need to press 2; Note: - the CD door is paused. 6 Press 2; you select another source: TAPE,TUNER. - you will also stop disc playback, press 9. to start playback. ➜ Current track number...
User manual - Page 15

...the current track continuously 1 To select your play mode, press the SHUFFLE or REPEAT button before or during playback.The play modes can also be stored. ➜ Next program... disc/ programme continuously in the STOP position to normal playback, press the respective SHUFFLE or REPEAT button until the display shows the desired function. 2 Press 2; Reviewing the programme In STOP mode, press...
User manual - Page 16

... á and release button. ➜ The radio automatically tunes to a station with a chosen preset number 1. Display indication during automatic tuning Srch. 4 Repeat step 3 if necessary until you have found optimal reception. If no preset number is selected, default is preset (1) and all your presets will be overridden. 1 Press SOURCE (TUNER on the remote...
User manual - Page 17

...; or á to start playback. 5 To pause, press PAUSE. English Tape Operation / Recording Tape playback 1 Select TAPE source. ➜ Display: shows tAPE throughout tape operation. 2 Press STOP•OPEN to open the tape door. 3 Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door. ● Load the tape with a piece of a tape, except if PAUSE has been activated. It is permissible insofar as...
User manual - Page 18

...; Recording starts from the radio 1 Tune to the desired radio station (see Tuning to radio stations). 2 Press STOP•OPEN to open the tape door. 3 Insert a suitable tape into the deck and close the tape door. 4 Press RECORD ...● You can also clean the heads by playing a cleaning tape once. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray ...
User manual - Page 19

... deactivated. 19 Viewing the clock To view the clock time in progress - If source CD is selected and no button is now set , --:-- Activating and deactivating TIMER ● In standby or during timer setup, the system will exit timer setting mode automatically. 1 In any source mode, press CLOCK, the clock time will be displayed.
User manual - Page 20

... 108 MHz AM wave range 530 - 1700 kHz FM Sensitivity at 75 Ω - stereo, 46 dB signal-to-noise ratio ........ 61.4 µV Selectivity 28 dB Total harmonic ... Signal-to-noise-ratio 50 dBA TAPE DECK Frequency response Normal tape (type I) ... 120 - 10000 Hz (8 dB) Signal-to-noise ratio Normal tape (type I 48 dBA Wow and flutter 0.4% DIN SPEAKERS Bass reflex system Dimensions (w x h x d) ...
User manual - Page 21

... the missing tab space. Check if the disc is displayed. RADIO RECEPTION Radio reception is clamped. - Use only normal (IEC I) tape for repair. Check that the speakers are reversed. - Check if the stripped speaker wire is poor. - GENERAL The system does not react when buttons are pressed. Insert a disc. - Disconnect the headphones. - Adjust the volume...
User manual - Page 22

...is erased. - Reset the clock/timer. 22 Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. - Select the source (CD or TUNER, for example) before pressing the function button (É,í,ë). - Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/- The Clock/Timer setting is in ... does not function properly. Press TIMER to switch on the front of the system. -
User manual - Page 23

... you do not allow the exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations 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...

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