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Sound Enhancement

2 x 50 Watts RMS Stereo  

50 watts continuous RMS power output per channel, at 6 
Ohms, from 80Hz-16kHz, with no more than 10% Total 
Harmonic Distortion (THD).

Incredible Surround™

An exciting, new, psycho-acoustic method of widening 
the stereo spatial image especially suited for applications 
with limited separation of left and right speakers.

Digital Sound Control
(Optimal, Jazz, Rock, Techno, Classic)   

Digital sound control (or DSC) offers different sound 
settings tailored for specific musical styles.

3-Step Dynamic Bass Boost (Beat, Punch, Blast) 

Bass reproduction is essential for deep and rich music. 3 
Step DBB offers the optimal level for any kind of music.

3-Way Speaker with Bass Reflex  

Equipped with one 51/2" woofer, one 21/2" ferro-fluid 
cooled tweeter and one 1" polydome tweeter, 3-way 
enclosures feature a wider range of frequency response 
for greater listening pleasure.

AM/FM Stereo Digital Tuner   

State-of-the-art precision tuning system insures precise, 
accurate station selection every time, along with the 
greatest performance and reliability available.

Subwoofer Ready

Affords easy access to greater dimensions in sound with 
output signals available for connection to a subwoofer.

Bitcheck Digital-to-Analog Conversion

Employs dynamic element matching to eliminate 
deviations in bit current to eliminate crossover distortion 
and supply extremely high linearity in audio reproduction.

Convenience

3-Disc CD Changer with Motorized Drawer   

Multi-disc play capability provides more than three hours 
of continuous music.

Dual Full Logic Tape Deck   

Offer the ability to switch from one function, such as fast 
forward, to another function, such as play, by remote 
control.

Auto Reverse  

The feature employs an auto reverse mechanism to 
sense the end of the tape and automatically reverse the 
direction of tape travel in the PLAY mode providing an 
uninterrupted, continuous flow of music without 
manually flipping the cassette tape.

24-Button Remote Control

This infrared remote control operates /–, all 
CD functions (POWER, NEXT, PREVIOUS, PLAY, 
STOP, PAUSE, REPEAT, SHUFFLE, PROGRAM, DISC 
1, 2, 3 ), CD, AUX, TAPE 1/2, TUNER, SIDE and sound 
enhancement features including Incredible 
Surround™, Dynamic Bass Boost, and Digital Sound 
Control.

 

Easy Set

Press Standby ‘ON’ for 2 secs to automatically program 
40 tuner presets. (FM only)

40-Random Channel Presets   

Random memory presets allow pre-programming of up to 
40 AM and FM station frequencies into the tuner memory.

Auto Store   

Automatically stores up to 40 preset FM or AM stations.

40-Track CD Programmability   

Store up to 40 of your favorite CD track selections, from 
one or multiple discs, to be played back in the order in 
which they are programmed anytime you like.

Auto Record Level Control

Micro electronic circuitry constantly monitors the final 
audio amplifier stage to insure accurate, distortion-free 
recordings every time.

Video/AUX Input   

For connection of audio accessory pieces such as a LD 
or DVD player, television, or external cassette deck.

Auto Source Selection  

Automatically switch to a new source and pause the 
current source at the touch of a single button.

Demo Mode   

Functions always. Press “STOP” for 3 secs to interrupt 
demo mode.

Direct Play Button   

Allows you to select and play any CD in the carousel by 
touching only one button.

Change While Play

Flexiblility of changing 2 discs while still listening to the 
third disc being played.

One-Touch CD Synchro Recording   

One button allows the cassette deck and CD player to 
communicate with one another to synchronize the start 
of a recording on an analog audio cassette deck with the 
start of a CD or a CD program.

Repeat 

Repeat your favorite track.

UPC Code:  037849863619
Product Dimensions:
10.5"W x .12.2"H x 12.2"D (electronics)
9.4"W x 12.2"H x 12"D (speakers)
Package Dimensions:
26"W x 21"H x 17"D
Product weight:  30.5 lbs.
Carton contains:  CD Mini System, Multi-Function Remote Control, 
Batteries, Operating instructions, Warranty information

Printed in Singapore
©1997 Philips Consumer Electronics Co.
A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corp.
Specifications subject to change without notice.

Incredible Surround™ is a Trademark of Philips Consumer Electronics 
Company

Pause  

Interrupts playback of a CD without returning to the 
beginning of the disc, so when play resumes, the music 
begins exactly where it stopped.

Shuffle One/All Discs   

Plays all selections on a particular disc or multiple discs in 
multi-disc players in random order, ignoring the sequential 
order in which they were originally recorded.

Next/Previous Skip  

This two button feature offers you the opportunity to skip 
back to the previous track or skip up to the next track instantly.

High-Speed Dubbing/Continuous Play

High-speed dubbing makes it possible to create good 
quality recordings (dubs) from one tape to another at 
twice the normal speed in RECORD mode. Continuous 
play offers automatic switching from cassette deck A to 
cassette deck B providing an uninterrupted, continuous 
flow of music in the PLAY mode.

Clock/Timer

Set the alarm portion of a built-in digital clock to wake you 
to music from your favorite CD or an AM/FM radio station 
at any desired time of the day.   

Stereo Headphone Jack 

Design

Design Concept

The linear theme, and contrasting surface definitions, 
reflecting future "edge design" trends, combine to create a 
modern and attractive design. Attention to details, 
interactive lighting, and the use of rich materials and 
metallic finishings further compliment the visual appeal. The 
element of power is visualised through the dramatic three 
dimensional speaker box surfacing.

Oversized, MultiColor, Digital FTD Display  

This large display is easy to read at any distance with no 
distortion or distraction and the multi-color format makes 
it easy to recognize different functions at a glance.

PINGS (Philips Magnavox Intelligent Navigation 
Guidance System)  

Onboard intelligence monitors the systems and provides 
information on status and available functions by means of 
backlightling.

Ergonomic Control Layout

Convenient grouping of related functions along with 
positive tactile feedback from front-mounted controls 
optimize this model for comfort and conveniece.

Removable Cloth Speaker Grilles

Removable cloth covered grilles protect delicate speaker 
components with rich, high-tech styling.

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FW530C

CD Mini System

FW530C

CD Mini System

3 CD Changer with 100 Watts Total Power
Incredible Surround™ and Auto Reverse

2 x 50 Watts RMS Stereo

Incredible Surround™

Dual Full Logic Tape Deck

Auto Reverse

Digital Sound Control (Optimal, Jazz, Rock, Techno, Classic)

3-Step Dynamic Bass Boost

Subwoofer Ready

40-Track CD Programmability 

AM/FM Stereo Digital Tuner with 40 Presets

Oversized, MultiColor, Digital FTD Display

Surround Sound Jacks

24-Button Remote Control   

3-Way Speaker System with Bass Reflex and Removable Grilles

One Touch CD Synchro Recording

Bedroom Clock with Wake-up Alarm

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