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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 2 Quick start 1 Charge Open the connections cover at the back of your pss. Connect the included multi-voltage adaptor / charger into the jack marked 5V DC, and then plug the multi-voltage adaptor / charger into a standard AC outlet. Charge 1 hour for fast charge or 4 hours for 100% battery power. (Battery life may vary according to use.) 2 Install music software Insert the included CD into your PC's CD-ROM drive. Follow screen instructions to complete instal
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 3 4 Organize and Transfer Music Launch your music software from Windows desktop or Start menu. Organize your music. Transfer files from your PC to your pss. ➯ TIP Detailed information is given in selected music software’s Help. 5 Unplug /Eject Exit your music software. Disconnect pss safely from your PC by clicking on the task bar to avoid file error. (WINDOWS 98SE users: there is no icon. Simply disconnect pss after file transfer completes.) 6 Immerse in y
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 4 1 2 4 3 MENU y SOURCE 7 5 6 RESET USB LINE IN 5V DC RESET USB LINE IN 5V DC 8 9 10 11 12 4
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 5 1 2 4 3 Overview of controls and connections 1 Navigation 3 Up / previous / fast search backwards 4 Down / next / fast search forwards 1 Left / return to previous menu or library levels 2 Right / confirm a menu setting 2 + / – Increases / decreases volume 3 DBB Enables or disables Dynamic Bass Boost to enhance bass tones 7 5 6 4 MENU For menu options 5 2; y On / off ; plays / pauses music; plays / stores a radio station 6 SOURCE Returns to root menu / dis
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 6 Included Accessories 1 x multi-voltage 5V AC/DC power adapter/charger 1 x CD-ROM with user manual, drivers, FAQ, music management softwares 1 x USB cable 1 x audio cable 1 x travel case 1 x pigtail FM antenna 1 x Quick Start Switching your pss on / off Power on: Press 2; for 2 seconds. ➔ PHILIPS splash screen appears briefly. Power off: Press 2; again for 2 seconds or more. Indication of power level Low battery warning: appears when battery power is very
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 7 Auto power down Your pss automatically switches off: - if the set is left idle for a while (you can adjust the Auto Shutdown period, see Settings). - if sleep timer is activated and the end of the timer period is reached. Understanding pss display pss has an intuitive display to show various information: Music mode Tuner mode Line-in mode Alarm clock Playlists Albums Genres Artists All tracks Equalizer < Previous menu / library level available > Next menu /
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 8 Using pss controls Troubleshooting Controls to press Reset pss Press RESET OPENING with a small object for 2 seconds Restore pss Factory Settings Press MENU; scroll to Settings > Restore settings and select Yes. Basic Operation Controls to press Switch pss on / off Press and hold 2; Select Music / Tuner / Line-in Press SOURCE to highlight and select Enter/ exit the menu display Press MENU Scrolling and browsing 3, 4, 1, 2 for up, down, left, right Go to di
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 9 Music mode: playback Once you have downloaded MP3/ WMA tracks from your computer to the pss, you can access your music in 5 different ways on the pss. 1 Press SOURCE and select MUSIC to enter the music mode. 2 Press 3 to scroll up or 4 to scroll down for your option. Press 2 for next or 1 for previous levels of library. 3 Press 2; to play or pause your selection. ➯ TIP 0 Please install the included software(s) and read the instructions. 0 During playback o
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 10 FM Radio mode Insert the included pigtail antenna into the p / b jack, if you are listening via the built-in speakers. Extend and position the antenna to improve reception. Press SOURCE and select Radio to enter the radio mode. Any recorded music playback will stop as you enter the radio mode. Automatic tuning 1 Press MENU and select AutoTune to automatically select the 10 strongest radio stations. 2 Press 3 to scroll up or 4 to scroll down for your pres
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 11 Line-in Mode: for playback of external sources You can use your pss to act as a powerful mini speaker. 1 Connect the included audio cable between LINE IN on pss to the LINE OUT / p connection on your auxiliary equipment. 2 On pss, press SOURCE and select Line-in to enter the Line in mode. 3 Operate the controls on your auxiliary equipment to playback. 4 Adjust the volume on both pss and your device. 11
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 12 Customizing settings 1 Press MENU for menu options. Press 3 to scroll up or 4 to scroll down for your option. Press 2 for next or 1 for previous levels of menu. 2 Press 2 to confirm your selection by checking . 3 Press MENU or 1 to exit the menu display. Options for each setting are shown on pss's display. Advanced settings and actions Shuffle/Repeat Plays music tracks randomly (Shuffle) and / or repeatedly (Repeat) in MUSIC mode Sleep timer Set the timer
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 13 About the clock and alarm features The time is displayed using the 24-hour clock. During the alarm call, the current pss mode (e.g. music / radio / Line-in) will be interrupted. The alarm will sound for 10 minutes in your selected alarm source mode and then enter the "snooze" mode. The "snooze" alarm remains active and repeats the call at 10-minute intervals, until you choose to cancel the alarm. ➯ TIP 0 For best results, we recommend you use the included
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 14 Setting the alarm 1 Enter the menu: Alarm Clock ➔ .... 2 Use the 3 / 4 , 1 / 2 controls to browse, scroll through, highlight and select the submenu options 3 Press 3 / 4 to adjust the day / hours / minutes. Submenu options Alarm clock On / Off Alarm time Adjusts the hours and minutes AlarmOccurance Sets alarm activation according to sound once (default) / at the same time every 24 hours / weekdays only / once a week. AlarmSource Selects alarm source fro
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 15 Stopping the alarm There are 2 ways to stop the alarm call: "Snooze" (Repeat alarm) 0 During the 10-minute alarm call, press any button (on the top / front panels). ➔ Display shows: Cancel Alarm . pss enters the "snooze" mode which repeats your alarm call every 10 minutes. Disable "Snooze" 0 In the "snooze" mode, press any button again before the alarm call repeats. ➔ "Snooze” is disabled. The alarm will sound again only according to the Alarm Occurrence s
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 16 Using pss as an external storage device pss can be used as an external storage device for storage and transfer of any data files. Note that music files transferred from the PC to pss via Windows Explorer will not be able to play on pss. Please always use included music software for music transfer. 1 Connect your pss to your PC using the included USB cable, with pss powered by included AC adapter. The USB connection screen will automatically appear. 2 On y
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 17 Troubleshooting If a fault occurs, first check the points listed in the following pages. For further help and other troubleshooting tips, please also check out pss FAQ at www.philips.com/support. If you are unable to find a solution by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center. WARNING: Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock! Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the
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PSS100_eng.qxd 31/1/05 9:11 Page 18 Q. Poor fm reception. Weak signal. Adjust the headphone cable or antenna. Battery weak. Switch over to AC power. Q. My pss shows this [file error] icon. You have a file error: system files may be missing or there is a format error on pss. To remedy, please connect pss to your PC with the included USB cable and to the main power supply with the included adapter. Start Device Manager . Q. How do I know which firmware version I have? On your pss, you can ch
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 19 Copyright information 0 Unauthorized duplication and distribution of Internet/CD recordings violate copyright law and international treaties. You should use pss and the included software for personal use only. 0 In the U.K and certain countries, the copying of material protected by copyright may require the permission of the copyright holders. Environmental information All redundant packaging has been omitted.We have done our utmost to make the packagin
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PSS100_eng.qxd 26/1/05 10:14 Page 20 Safety and maintenance To get the most from your product, please also refer to the Safety & Warranty booklet included with this device for important safety instructions. About operating and storage temperatures 0 Operate pss in a place where the temperature is always between 0 and 35º C (32 to 95º F). 0 Store pss in a place where the temperature is always between -20 and 45º C (-4 to 113º F). 0 Battery life of pss may shorten in low temperature conditio
