User manual PHILIPS AQ5414

[. . . ] Connect the power cord to the AC IN ~ inlet and the wall socket. The power cord is now connected and ready for use. To switch the set off completely, withdraw the power cord from the wall socket. Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket to protect your set during heavy thunderstorms. Helpful hints : To avoid unnecessary energy consumption, always adjust the Source selector to TAPE (OFF) after using the set. [. . . ] Adjust the band selector to select your desired waveband, MW, SW or FM. ·In SW, turn TONE for precise tuning. To switch off the radio, adjust the source selector to TAPE position. To improve radio reception: · For FM and SW, extend and turn the telescopic antenna for best reception. Reduce its length if the signal is too strong. For MW, the set uses a built-in antenna. Direct this antenna for best reception by turning the whole set. · CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation. Cassette Recorder Cassette playback 1 2 Push the Source selector slider to TAPE Press STOP·EJECT 9/ to open the cassette holder and insert a cassette and close the deck. By pressing F. FWD/REWIND 5 or 6, fast forwading/ rewinding of the tape is possible in both directions. During playback, the keys are automatically released at the end of a tape and the set is switched off (unless PAUSE ; mode has been activated. ) During fast forwarding/rewinding, the keys will not be released at the end of a tape. To switch off the set, make sure the cassette keys are also released. · · General information on recording Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or. other rights of third parties are not infringed. Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, without distortion. Listen for reasonable periods of time: Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally "safe" levels, can also cause hearing loss. Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and take appropriate breaks. Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using your headphones. Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time. Be careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts. Do not turn up the volume so high that you can't hear what's around you. You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Do not use headphones while operating a motorized vehicle, cycling, skateboarding, etc. ; it may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. 1 2 3 4 · · · · · · · · · · · Safety information Place the set on a flat, hard and stable surface so that the system does not tilt. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnet device, the disconnet device shall remain readily operable. Do not expose the set, batteries to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight. [. . . ] Do not cover the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. The mechanical parts of the set contain self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated. [. . . ]