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User guide
PORTABLE CD PLAYER
MPC270
Read this manual first!
If you have any problems, do not attempt
to return this product to the store.
For fast help, call us first!
1-800-705-2000
• If a CD-Recordable (CD-R) or a CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) is not recorded
properly, NO dISC 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, 1 --:-- flashes in the display.
Volume and bass
Volume adjustment
• Adjust the volume by using
− VOL +
on the cd player.
Bass adjustment
• Press DBB to switch the bass enhancement on or
off
y appears if the bass enhancement is
activated.
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.
1 While playback is stopped, select a track with
∞ or §.
2 Press PROG to store the track.
yPROG lights up; the track number
programmed and P with the total number
of stored tracks are displayed.
3 Select and store all desired tracks in this way.
4 Press 2; to start playback of your selected tracks.
yPROG 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 press PROG and there is no track
selected, SEL is displayed.
– 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, PROG 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.
POWER SUPPLY / GENERAL INFORMATION
Use only a 4.5 V adapter (450 mA direct current, positive pole to the center pin).
Any other kind of adapter may damage the player.
1 Make sure the local voltage corresponds to the power
adapter’s voltage.
2 Connect the power adapter to the 4.5V DC jack 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, dead batteries and old equipment.
Disposal of your old product
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it
means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC
Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for
electrical and electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your
old products with your normal household waste. The correct disposal
of your old product will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health.
English CONTROLS¡
1 ...........................display
2 2;......................switches the player on, starts or pauses CD play
3 ∞ ......................skips and searches tracks backward
4 9.........................stops CD play, clears a program or switches the player off
5 § .......................skips and searches tracks forward
6 OPEN 2.............opens the CD lid
7 p / LINE OUT....3.5 mm headphone jack and LINE OUT jack to connect the
player to another audio input of an additional appliance
8
-
VOL
+
.............adjusts the volume
9 ESP.....................selects between the battery powersave mode and
Electronic Skip Protection (ESP). ESP prevents
playback interruptions caused by shocks
0 MODE................selects the different playing possibilities
! DBB....................switches the bass enhancement on and off
@ PROG.................programs tracks and reviews the program
# 4.5V DC..............jack for external power supply
$ OFF.....................switches HOLD off
RESUME............stores the last position of a CD track played
HOLD..................locks all buttons
% ............................type plate
• 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 3806
• 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.
English CONTROLS
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Batteries (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
1 Push OPEN 2 to open the CD lid.
2 Open the battery compartment and insert either 2
normal or alkaline batteries.
Battery indication
The approximate power level of your batteries is shown in the display.
Battery full
Battery low. The symbol flashes.
Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be disposed
of properly.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The type plate is located on the bottom of the set.
The production number is located inside the battery compartment.
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 produce heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
10.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer or sold with
the apparatus. 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 apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, 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.
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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
Printed in China WK0549
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ONTROLS
( see figure 1)
Mains adapter (supplied or optionally available)
Only use a 4.5 V DC car voltage converter (positive pole to the center pin) and
cassette car adapter. Any other converter 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
In-car use (connections supplied or optionally available)
CD player and CD handling
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
1 Briefly press ∞ or § once or several times to select
the desired track. The track number is displayed.
2 Press 2; to start CD play.
yPlayback starts with the selected track.
Searching for a passage during playback
1 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.
2 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 repeat 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
CD PLAY
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.
1 Push the OPEN 2 slider to open the player.
2 Insert an audio CD, printed side up, by pressing the
CD onto the hub.
3 Close the player by pressing the lid down.
4 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.
5 Press 9 to stop playback.
yThe total number of tracks and the total playing
time of the CD are displayed.
6 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 20 seconds.
0
Playback informationPlaying a CD Programming track numbers
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.
1 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.
ySHUFFLE : All tracks of the CD are played in
random order until all of them have been played
once.
ySHUFFLE REPEAT ALL : All tracks of the CD
are played repeatedly in random order.
yREPEAT : The current track is played repeatedly.
yREPEAT ALL : The entire CD is played repeatedly.
y SCAN: The first 10 seconds of each of the
remaining tracks are played in sequence.
2 Playback starts in the chosen mode after 2 seconds.
• 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 ON. It is possible to set ESP off.
• Press ESP
y ESP disappears.
• Press ESP again.
y ESP is displayed.
ESP on
➟ ESP off ➟ ESP on
Selecting different playing possibilities-MODE
You can interrupt playback and continue (even after an
extended period of time) from the position where play-
back stopped (RESUME) and you can lock all buttons of
the set so that no action will be executed (HOLD). Use
the OFF-RESUME-HOLD slider for these functions.
RESUME – continuing from where you have stopped
1 Switch the slider to RESUME during playback to
activate RESUME.
yRESUME is shown.
2 Press 9 whenever you want to stop playback.
3 Press 2; whenever you want to resume playback.
yRESUME is shown and playback continues from
where you have stopped.
• To deactivate RESUME, switch the slider to OFF.
yRESUME goes off.
HOLD – locking all buttons
You can lock the buttons of the set by switching the slider to HOLD. Now, when a
key is pressed, no action will be executed. This is of use, for example, when
transporting the player in a bag. With HOLD activated, you can avoid accidental
activation of other functions.
1 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; is pressed.
2 To deactivate HOLD, switch the slider to OFF.
Note: If you deactivate HOLD by switching the slider to RESUME, you will be acti-
vating the RESUME function.
HOLD
RESUME
RESUME and HOLD
QUICK START
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4
HOLD ➟ OFF
5
PLAY 2;
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Customer Use
below the Serial No.which is
on the rear of the cabinet.Retain
ormation for future reference.
No. _____________________
No. ______________________
or
Enter
located
this inf
Model
Serial
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Return your Warranty Registration card today to
ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to.
• Once your Magnavox purchase is regis-
tered,you’re eligible to receive all the
privileges of owning a Magnavox product.
• So complete and return the Warranty
Registration Card enclosed with your
purchase at once,and take advantage
of these important benefits.
Warranty
Verification
Registering your product
within 10 days confirms
your right to maximum
protection under the
terms and conditions of
your Magnavox warranty.
Owner
Confirmation
Your completed
Warranty Registration
Card serves as verifica-
tion of ownership in the
event of product theft
or loss.
Model
Registration
Returning your Warranty
Registration Card right
away guarantees you’ll
receive all the information
and special offers which
you qualify for as the
owner of your model.
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 litera-
ture closely to prevent operating and
maintenance problems.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: To prevent electric
shock,match wide blade of plug to
wide slot,and fully insert.
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. ______________________
Know these
safety
symbols
CAUTION
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.
MAC5097
MAGNAVOX warrants this product against defect in material or workman-
ship,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 and 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 the product. For a period of
ninety (90) days from the date of purchase,if the product is determined to
be defective, Magnavox will exchange the defective product with a new or
renewed product, at its option,at no charge.The replacement product is
covered only for the warranty period of the original product.When the war-
ranty on the original product expires, the warranty on all replaced products
also expires.When it is necessary for you to ship the product to Magnavox
for exchange, you will pay the shipping cost for shipment to Magnavox.
Magnavox will pay the shipping costs when returning a product to you.
Note:The exchange model supplied will be the most comparable one in
Magnavox current inventory.Shipping of your product to Magnavox implies
intent to follow the specified requirements of the warranty and exchange
program.Product received by Magnavox 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 Magnavox.
• 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.
• Damage occurring to product during shipping when improperly packaged or
cost associated with packaging.
• Product lost in shipment and no signature verification of receipt can be
provided.
• A product used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not
limited to rental purposes).
• Product sold AS IS or RENEWED.
WHERE WARRANTY EXCHANGE IS AVAILABLE:
Exchange is available in all countries where Magnavox officially distributes the
product.In countries where Magnavox does not distribute the product, the
local Magnavox 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 Magnavox Customer Care Center at:
1-800-705-2000
FOR EXCHANGE IN CANADA…
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-705-2000 (English or Spanish Speaking)
REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR THE CONSUMER.MAGNAVOX 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 MAGNAVOX
partnership within ninety (90) days of the date of sale, the limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts does not apply.
MAGNAVOX LIMITED WARRANTY
Ninety (90) Days Free Product Exchange
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
Magnavox, P.O.Box 671539, Marietta,GA. 30006-0026
(Warranty: 4835 710 27750)
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BATTERIES
CD PLAY CD PLAY
FEATURES
FEATURES FEATURES FEATURES
TROUBLESHOOTING
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 NO dISC 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.
• RESUME, 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.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
or their respective owners
2005 © Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All rights reserved.
MPC270
PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS,
A Division of Philips Consumer Electronics North America
P.O. Box 671539, Marietta, GA 30006-0026
http://www.usasupport.magnavox.com
or call
1-800-705-2000
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