Philips Consumer Lifestyle WAS5 Home Audio System with WLAN audio streaming User Manual WACS5 Eng 37

Philips Consumer Lifestyle Home Audio System with WLAN audio streaming WACS5 Eng 37

User Guide

WACS5THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING PHILIPS!NEED HELP FAST?Read your Quick-Use guide and/or owner's manual first for quick tips that make using your Philips product more enjoyable. If you have read your instructions and still need assistance, you may access our online help at www.usasupport.philips.comor call 1-888-PHILIPS(744-5477) while with your product, (and model/serial number). User manualManuel d'utilisationManual del usuarioWireless Music Center + StationWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:121
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Visit our World Wide Web Site at http://www.usasupport.philips.comCongratulations on your purchase, and welcome to the “family!”Dear PHILIPS product owner:Thank you for your confidence in PHILIPS. You’ve selected one ofthe best-built, best-backed products available today. We’ll do every-thing in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for manyyears to come. As a member of the PHILIPS “family,” you’re entitled to protectionby one of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding serv-ice networks in the industry. What’s more, your purchase guaran-tees you’ll receive all the information and special offers for whichyou qualify, plus easy access to accessories from our convenienthome shopping network.Most importantly, you can count on our uncompromising commit-ment to your total satisfaction.All of this is our way of saying welcome - and thanks for investing ina PHILIPS product.P.S. To get the most from your PHILIPS purchase, besure to complete and return your Product RegistrationCard at once.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:125
6IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSClass II equipment symbolThis symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system Clean only with a piece of dry cloth.materialsWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:126
The set complies with the FCC-Rules,Part 15 and with RSS-210 of IndustryCanada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and2. this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operation.This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates,uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance withthe instructions, may cause harmful interferenceto radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interferenceby one or more of the following measures:– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.– Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.PhilipsWACS5IMPORTANT NOTE:FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:This equipment complies with FCC radiationexposure limits set forth for an uncontrolledenvironment. This equipment should be installedand operated with minimum distance 20cmbetween the radiator and your body. Thistransmitter must not be co-located or operatingin conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:127
8LGPL Library written offerThis product contains Linux 2.4.27-vrsl, that is made available under the GNU LGPL license version 2.1(hereafter called "the Library").Philips Electronics Hong Kong Ltd. hereby offers to deliver or make available, upon request, for a chargeno more than the cost of physically performing source distribution, a complete machine-readablecopy of the corresponding source code of the Library on a medium customarily used for softwareinterchange.Please contact:Mr. Bin LiBLC Audio PDCC Development5/F., Philips Electronics Building5 Science Park East AvenueHong Kong Science ParkShatin Hong KongThis offer is valid for a period of three years after the date of purchase of this product.GPL Package written offerThis product contains Linux 2.4.27-vrsl, that is made available under the GNU GPL license version 2(hereafter called "the Program").Philips Electronics Hong Kong Ltd. hereby offers to deliver or make available, upon request, for a chargeno more than the cost of physically performing source distribution, a complete machine-readablecopy of the corresponding source code of the Program on a medium customarily used forsoftware interchange.Please contact:Mr. Bin LiBLC Audio PDCC Development5/F., Philips Electronics Building5 Science Park East AvenueHong Kong Science ParkShatin Hong KongThis offer is valid for a period of three years after the date of purchase of this product.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:128
9EnglishFrançaisEspañolIndexEnglish ------------------------------------------------ 8Français -------------------------------------------- xxEspañol --------------------------------------------- xxCanadaEnglish: (Canadian ICES-003)This digital apparatus does not exceed the ClassB limits for radio noise emissions from digitalapparatus as set out in the Radio InterferenceRegulations of the Canadian Department ofCommunications.Français: (La norme NMB-003 du Canada)Cet appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruitsradioélectriques dépassant les limites applicablesaux appareils numériques de Classe B prescritesdans le Règlement sur le BrouillageRadioélectrique édicté par le Ministère desCommunications du Canada.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:129
EnglishContentsGeneral InformationAbout WACS5 ................................................... 11Supplied accessories .......................................... 11Philips on-line support ...................................... 12Environmental information .............................. 13Maintenance ........................................................ 13Safety information .............................................. 13ControlsControls on the Center ................................... 14Controls on the Station .................................... 15Center’s 2-way remote control ................ 16-17Station’s remote control ............................. 17-18InstallationPlacing Center and Station ............................... 20 Inserting stand into StationSetting up Wi-Fi connectionbetween Center and Station ..................... 20-21Rear connections ......................................... 21-22Connecting to an additional appliance withpowerful speakersConnecting to your PCConnecting an additional applianceUsing AC power ................................................. 23PreparationUsing the remote control ................................ 24 Putting batteries in place Using Center’s remote controlUsing the navigation controls .......................... 24Basic FunctionsSwitching to standby/on andselecting functions .............................................. 25Switch to Eco power/ on.................................. 25Auto-standby ....................................................... 25Adjusting the brightness of blue indicator ... 25Display adjustment ............................................. 26Selecting languages ............................................. 26HDPlaying Harddisk(HD) ........................................ 27Selecting and searching ............................... 27-28Selecting a different album or trackFinding a passage within a track during playbackSelecting tracks of a particular artistSelecting tracks of a particular genreDifferent play modes: REPEAT, SHUFFLE ...... 28Creating Playlist: custom collection of yourfavorite music ...................................................... 29Deleting a playlist, album or track .................. 29Building music library on Center .............. 30-31Ripping CDsImporting from PCRecording from Radio or External sourceDisplay track information ................................. 32Moving between Center and Station ....... 32-33MUSIC FOLLOWS MEMUSIC BROADCASTStation mangagement ........................................ 34Adding a stationDeleting a stationViewing station statusInformation about your WACS5 ..................... 34Firmware ........................................................ 34-35Upgrading firmwareRestoring previous firmwareRe-establishing Wi-Fi connectionCD (on center only)Discs for playback .............................................. 36Playing discs ................................................... 36-37Selecting and searching ..................................... 37Selecting a different album/trackFinding a passage within a track during playbackDifferent play modes: REPEAT, SHUFFLE ...... 38Display track information ................................. 38AUX/UPnP/SLEEPAUX (Listening to an external source, onCenter only) ........................................................ 39UPnP (on Station only) ............................... 39-40SLEEP .................................................................... 40ResetReset ..................................................................... 41Specifications ........................................... 42Tr oubleshooting .............................. 43-44WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1210
EnglishGeneral InformationAbout WACS5WACS5 are excellent addition to your homeaudio system.WACS5 comprise a WAC5 Center and aWAS5 Station. Up to 5 Stations (WAS5 orWAS700) can be connected to a WAC5Center.On WAC5’s 80GB* hard disk, you can centrallystore up to 1,500 audio CDs. All the storedmusic can be wirelessly streamed, via Wi-Fi**,from Center to connected Stations.With this compact wireless music system, youcan fully utilize the sophisticated sound input andspeakers in your existing HiFi audio system.WAC5 provides multiple choices of soundoutput to maintain high quality sound.No need to be bound to your CD player or PCetc., or be troubled by the wiring. You can easilylisten to your favourite music around your home.*Available storage capacity is based on 4 minutes persong, 10 songs per CD on average, 128 kbps MP3encoding and given the fact that operational software ispart of the product's memory.Actual free space is X GB or less, due to the bufferpartition for MP3 compression, firmware, music CDdatabase and demo tracks stored.** Wi-Fi, or IEEE802.11 b/g, is the international leadingindustry standard for wireless broadband networking. Ittransfers digital data with wider range and bandwidth.Supplied accessories– Center’s remote control and 4 x AAA batteries–Station’s remote control with1 x CR2025 battery–Station’s stand–DC 9V adaptor–2 x Audio cables (for Center and Station)–1 x Ethernet cable–PC installer CDCAUTIONUse of controls or adjustments orperformance of procedures other thanherein may result in hazardous radiationexposure or other unsafe operation.CAUTIONChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by Philips could void FCCauthorization to operate this equipment.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1211
EnglishPhilips on-line supportPhilips products have been designed and manufactured to the highest qualitystandards. If your Philips Connected Planet product is not working correctly, werecommend you check your User Manual to verify that your product is properlyconnected and configured.The web site for Connected Planet support: www.philips.com/support offersyou all information you need to optimally enjoy your product, and about newadditions to this exciting range, to make your home entertainment experience evenmore enjoyable.Please visit: www.philips.com/support and enter your product name(WACS5) to view:●FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)●Latest user manuals and PC software manuals●Firmware upgrade files for WACS5●Latest PC software downloads●Interactive troubleshootingSince it is possible for you to upgrade your product, we recommend that youregister your product on www.philips.com/register so we can inform you assoon as new free upgrades become available.Enjoy your WACS5!The model number is on the rear of the set.General InformationWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1212
EnglishEnvironmental informationAll unnecessary packaging has been omitted.We have tried to make the packaging easy toseparate into three materials: cardboard (box),polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags,protective foam sheet).Your system consists of materials which can berecycled and reused if disassembled by aspecialized company. Please observe the localregulations regarding the disposal of packagingmaterials, exhausted batteries and oldequipment.Disposal of your old productYour product is designed andmanufactured with high quality materialsand components, which can be recycledand reused.When this crossed-outwheeled bin symbol isattached to a product itmeans the product iscovered by the EuropeanDirective 2002/96/ECPlease inform yourself about the localseparate collection system for electricaland electronic products.Please act according to your local rulesand do not dispose of your old productswith your normal household waste. Thecorrect disposal of your old product willhelp prevent potential negativeconsequences for the environment andhuman health.MaintenanceCleaning the Set●Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a milddetergent solution. Do not use a solutioncontaining alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.Cleaning Discs●When a disc becomes dirty,clean it with a cleaning cloth.Wipe the disc from the centerout.●Do not use solvents such asbenzene, thinner, commerciallyavailable cleaners, or antistatic spray intended foranalog records.Safety information●Place the set on a flat, hard and stable surface.●Do not expose the system, batteries or discs toexcessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sourcescaused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.●Place the sets in a location with adequateventilation to prevent internal heat build-up inyour system. Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches)clearance from the rear and the top of the unitand 5 cm (2 inches) from each side.●The ventilation should not be impeded bycovering the ventilation openings with items,such as newspapers table-cloths, curtains, etc.● The apparatus shall not be exposed to drippingor splashing.● No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shallbe 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 orlubricated.General InformationWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1213
EnglishControls (illustrations on page 3)Controls on the Center (Top andfront panels)1STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER– press briefly to switch Center on orto standby mode;– press and hold to switch Center toEco Power mode or on–Green indicator: flashes during CD ripping /MP3 conversion2Display– shows status of Center3RECORD–CD/AUX: starts the recording to hard disk41 / 2 / 3 / 4–navigation controls (left, right, up, down) to scrollthrough the option list1–HD/CD: returns to previous option lists3 / 4–HD/CD: skips/searches tracks/passagebackward/forward (in playback screen);fast scrolls the option list2 / OK– confirms selectionOK–HD/CD: starts or pauses playback–CD: selects or deselects tracks to be recordedon hard disk5 STOP • MENU– stops playback or recording;–enters or exits setup menu6MUSIC FOLLOWS ME–HD: moves music playback between Center andStation7IR– sensor for the infrared remote control Helpful hints: Always point the remote controltowards this sensor.8MUSIC BROADCAST–HD: broadcast music from Center to Station9EJECT–ejects a disc from the slot loader0CD slot loader!Blue indicator– lights up when the set is working or ready forworking@SOURCE–selects sound source HD, CD or AUX–In standby mode: switches Center on and selectssound source HD, CD or AUX# Wi-Fi antennaWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1214
EnglishControls (illustrations on page 4)Controls on the Station ( frontpanel)1Wi-Fi antenna2Display–shows status of Station3Blue indicator– lights up when the set is working or ready forworking4STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER– press briefly to switch Center on orto standby mode ;– press and hold to switch Center toEco Power mode or on5MUSIC FOLLOWS ME–HD: moves music playback between Center andStation or between Station and Station6IR– sensor for the infrared remote control Helpful hints: Always point the remote controltowards this sensor.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1215
EnglishControlsCenter’s 2-way remote controlIMPORTANT!This remote control can be also used forsome other Philips’ wireless music systems(e.g. WAC700, WAS700), which providefeatures different from WAC5/WAS5. So,some of the functional keys are exclusivelyused for those systems.1y–press briefly to switch the set to standby mode–press and hold to switch the set to Eco Powermode or on2Synchro display–synchronous display of the set’s status3Source buttonsCD/MP3-CD– selects CD source–In standby mode: switches the set on and selectsCD source.HARDDISK– selects HD source– In standby mode: switches the set on and selectsHD sourceTUNER/AUX–selects the audio input from an additionalconnected appliance–In standby mode: switches the set on and selectsthe audio input from an additional connectedappliance41 / 2 / 3 / 4–navigation controls (left, right, up, down) to scrollthrough the option list1–HD/CD: returns to previous option lists3 / 4–HD/CD: skips/searches tracks/passage backward/forward (in playback screen); fast scrolls theoption list2 / OK– confirms selection54 / ¢–HD/CD: skips/searches tracks/passagebackward/forward (in playback screen)6ÉÅ–HD/CD: starts or pauses playback1234@#!65798$^&5(%*)SAME ARTISTSMART EQSMART EQ¡07 SHUFFLE–selects random playback8REPEAT– selects continuous playback9 MARK/UNMARK–CD: selects or deselects tracks to be recordedon hard diskWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1216
EnglishControls0 SAME GENRE–HD: plays all the tracks of current Genre! SAME ARTIST–HD: plays all the tracks of current Artist@ MUSIC FOLLOWS ME–HD: moves music playback between Center andStation or between Station and Station# MUSIC BROADCAST–HD: broadcasts music from Center to Station$ REC–CD/AUX: starts the recording to hard disk% DIM–changes the brightness of display illumination^ SLEEP–ajusts/displays/switches off sleep timer& Ç–stops playback or recording*VIEW–toggles playback screen and previous option list(MENU–enters or exits setup menu)3 / 4 SCROLL–scroll the display screen upward or downward¡REFRESH–sychronize remote control’s displaywith the set’s displayStation’s remote controlSame Artist Same GenreSmart EQ$#@!90147652381 y–press briefly to switch the set to standby mode–press and hold to switch the set to Eco Powermode or on22–HD/CD: starts playbackÅ–HD/CD: pauses playback3Ç–stops playback or recording43 / 4 Scroll–scroll the display screen upward or downward5View–toggles playback display and previous option list6Repeat– selects continuous playbackShuffle–selects random playback7Sleep–ajusts/displays/switches off sleep timerWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1217
English8Music Follows Me–HD: moves music playback between Center andStation or between Station and Station9 Same Artist–HD: plays all the tracks of current ArtistSame Genre–HD: plays all the tracks of current Genre0 Dim–changes the brightness of display illumination! Menu– enters or exits setup menuControls@ 1 / 2 / 3 / 4–navigation controls (left, right, up, down) to scrollthrough the option list1–HD/CD: returns to previous option lists3 / 4–HD/CD: skips/searches tracks/passagebackward/forward (in playback screen); fastscrolls the option list2 / OK– confirms selection#à / á–HD/CD: searches track passage backward/forward (in playback screen)$ O, P–HD/CD: skips tracks backward/forward (inplayback screen)WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1218
EnglishInstallation OPTICAL OUTDIGITAL OUTCenterAC power cordStationLINE OUTDCWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1219
EnglishInstallationIMPORTANT!Take the following steps to optimize theWi-Fi connection between Center andStation.–Keep your Center and Station awayfrom the source of interference(microwave ovens, DECT phones,bluetooth devices, cordless phones,other Wi-Fi products, etc.)–Avoid placing your Center or Stationclose to the plasma TV. It may result inimproper display on your Center’s 2-wayremote control.–Keep Stations adequately apart or indifferent angles (e.g. in different roomsblocked by one wall). Within a distanceand angle (e.g. in the same room), yourCenter’s remote control is powerfulenough to simultaneously operateseveral Stations, which may also result inimproper display on the 2-way remotecontrol.Placing Center and Station Setting up Wi-Fi connectionbetween Center and StationWi-Fi connection starts automatically whenyou power up WAC5 Center and WAS5Station1The first time you set up Wi-Fi connection,place Center and Station side by side on a flatand firm surface2First, connect the Center to power supply,and then, connect the Station to power supplyCenter/Station:➜The screen lights up. Auto installation/connection starts.➜You will enter HD (Harddisk) mode whenthe installation/connection is finished.3Relocate Center and Station as desired: plugand stream●Simply unplug your Center or Station andpower them up in other rooms.➜ You will be able to move the harddisk musicbetween Center and Station.Helpful hints:–Make sure you have powered up Center beforepowering up Station.IMPORTANT!– Turn the Wi-Fi antenna for best reception.– Avoid thick walls. Your Center and Station shouldnever be blocked by 2 or more walls.– Avoid placing the sets close to large metalobjects.– Adjust the location of your Center and Stationaccording to the reception status of Wi-Fi signals.– indicates maximum reception– indicates minmum reception– WACS5 do not support range expander devicesMounting stand onto StationWAS5 Station is equipped with a stand. Onceinserted, the stand is undetachable.1Align the supplied stand to the jack at Station’sbottom2Insert the stand into the jack firmlyWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1220
EnglishIf there is interference from neighborhood, such as the pause during playback, the sets’slow response to your operation–Use the WEP* key when connecting your Centerand Station to an existing wireless PC network. Seethe manual Connect to your PC.–Change the operating channel of your Centerand Station when connecting them to an existingwireless PC network. To learn about how to changechannels, see the manual Connect to your PC.–If possible, change the operating channels of theother Wi-Fi devices at your home.–Turn the above devices in different directions tominimize interference.* stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy. It is asecurity protocol for wireless local areanetworkA Connecting to an additional appliancewith powerful speakersIMPORTANT!WACS5 need to work with both externalamplifier and external speakers.With this compact wireless music system, youcan fully utilize the sophisticated sound input andspeakers in your existing HiFi audio system.Using audio cables, connect one (one set) ofWACS5’s sound output terminals: LINE OUT,DIGITAL OUT or OPTICAL OUT to thecorresponding input terminals in the connecteddevice. For better sound output, use DIGITALOUT or OPTICAL OUT if it is available onthe connected device. Helpful hints:–DIGITAL OUT and OPTICAL OUT areavailable on WAC5 only.Rear connectionsWarning:Never make or change connections withthe mains supply switched on.2Connect the other end of the audio cables tothe AUX IN (or AUDIO IN)terminals of theadditional appliance, red plug to the red socketAUX IN R and white plug to the white socketAUX IN L. On Station:3Insert the one-plug end of the audio cable(supplied) to LINE OUT.4Connect the two-plug end of the audio cables tothe AUX IN (or AUDIO IN) terminals of theadditional appliance, red plug to the to the redsocket AUX IN R and white plug to the whitesocket AUX IN L.LINE OUTDC OPTICAL OUTDIGITAL OUT LINE OUT: On Center:1Insert the red plug of the red/white audio cables(supplied) to the red socket LINE OUT R andthe white plug to the white socket LINE OUTL.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1221
EnglishInstallationHelpful hints:– If the connected device has only a single audioout terminal, connect it to the AUX IN left terminal.Alternatively, you can use a “single to double” cinchcable, but the output sound still remain mono.–Always refer to the owner’s manual of otherequipment for complete connection.C Connecting an additional applianceIt is possible to use an additional appliance, e.g.TV, VCR, Laser Disc player, DVD player or CDrecorder, with the WAC5Center .1Insert the red plug of the red/white audio cables(not supplied) to the red socket AUX IN R andthe white plug to the white socket AUX IN L.2Connect the other end of the audio cables tothe AUDIO OUT terminals of the additionalappliance.OPTICAL OUT:1Insert the plug of optical audio cables (notsupplied) to the OPTICAL OUT socket2Connect the other end of the audio cables tothe OPTICAL IN terminal of the additionalappliance.B Connecting to your PC● Connect the supplied Ethernet cable toCenter’s ETHERNET and your computer’sEthernet port. For details, see the manualConnect to your PC.DIGITAL OUT:1Insert the plug of digital audio cables (notsupplied) to the DIGITAL OUT socket2Connect the other end of the audio cables to theDIGITAL IN terminal of the additionalappliance. OPTICAL OUTDIGITAL OUT OPTICAL OUTDIGITAL OUT OPTICAL OUTDIGITAL OUTCenterCenterCenterCenterUsing AC power1Make sure all the connections have been madebefore switching on the power supply.2Connect the AC power cord to the wall socket.This switches on the power supply.When Center or Station is switched to standby,it is still consuming some power. To disconnectthe system from the power supplycompletely, remove the power plug fromthe wall socket.The type plate is located on the rear of theset. OPTICAL OUTDIGITAL OUTWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1222
English PreparationUsing the remote controlWACS5 are equipped with two remotecontrols, one for Center and the other forStation. By using either of the remote controls,you can operate both Center and Station.IMPORTANT!–Always point the remote control directlytowards IR area on the Center or Stationyou wish to operate.–Some functional keys on Center’s remotecontrol are exclusively used for Center (forexample, CD/MP3-CD, MARK/UNMARK,MUSIC BROADCAST etc.) Putting batteries in placeCenter’s remote control:1Open the battery compartment .132Station’s remote control:● Remove the protective plastic tab before using the Station’s remote control.To replace the batteries1Press and hold 1 as indicated.2Simultaneously, pull the battery tray at 4.3Remove the old battery and put a new CR2025battery in place.4Put back the battery tray.CAUTION!–Remove batteries if they areexhausted or will not be used for a longtime.– Do not use old and new or differenttypes of batteries in combination.–Batteries contain chemical substances,so they should be disposed of properly.CR2025LITHIUM 2➠313Put back the compartment door.2Insert 4 batteries type R03 or AAA into theremote control with the correct polarity asindicated by the "+" and "-" symbols insidethe battery compartment.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1223
EnglishPreparation Using Center’s remote controlBattery usage: As a remote control withsynchronous display, Center’s remote controlconsumes more power than normal remotecontrols. When its batteries are low or empty, theicon appears on the remote control’s display.Replace the batteries with new alkaline batteries.By default, Center’s remote control works withCenter only. To operate Station usingCenter’s remote control,1Press and hold REFRESH until the selectionscreen appears on the display of Center’sremote control.2Press the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select StationOn Center’s remote control:➜ Display shows current status of Station after Station is connected➜ You can use Center’s remote control tooperate Station nowHelpful hints:– To operate Center using the remote controlagain, repeat the above steps 1-2 to select Center.– Center’s remote control will return to itsdefault setting (works with Center only)when you insert new batteries into it.Using the display on the Center’s remotecontrolYou can synchronize the status of your Center orStation onto the display of Center’s 2-wayremote control. With the synchronized display,your operation of remote control becomesquicker and easier.Note:–Avoid placing your Center or Station close to theplasma TV. It may resuit in improper display onyour Center’s remote control. Always keep WACS5far enough from the plasma TV or turn off yourplasma TV.– If you switch on your Center or Station using theSTANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER button on theset, press REFRESH on Center’s remote controlto synchronize the remote control’s display.–The display supports 6 European languages:English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Italian and GermanUsing the navigation controlsWhen selecting options on the set’s screen, youoften need to use the navigation controls 1 / 2/ 3 / 4.1Press 3 / 4 to highlight an option.2Enter its submenu by pressing 2.3Press 1 to return to the previous option listscreen.4Press OK or 2 to confirmWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1224
EnglishSwitching to Eco power/ onIn the power-saving Eco power mode, the set’sdisplay and Wi-Fi connection are turned off. TheCenter’s harddisk also stops working. When youswitch Center to Eco power, it is impossible tomove music between Center and Station orimport music from PC to Center.1When the set is on, press and hold STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER to switch it to Ecopower (or y on the remote control).➜ The display is switched off.➜ The blue indicator is off.2To switch on, press and hold STANDBY-ON/ECO POWER (or y on the remote control)or press and hold SOURCE on the set➜The set switches to the last source selected.Helpful hints:– In the standby/Eco power mode, the settings ofnetworking, sound, display, language and CDrecording will be retained in the set’s memory.Auto-standby● When the set has reached the end of playback/recording and remains in the stop position formore than 5 minutes, the set will switch tostandby automatically to save power.Basic functionsSwitching to standby/on andselecting functions1When the set is on, press STANDBY-ON/ECO POWER to switch it to standby (or yon the remote control)➜ Display shows GoodBye. Then,Center: ➜ The screen dims out. Display showsStation Status screen and the number of stationsfound.Station: ➜ The PHILIPS screen dims out.2 To switch on, press STANDBY-ON/ ECOPOWER on the set➜The set switches to the last source selected.●You can also switch on Center by pressing thesource button on Center’s remote control(e.g. HARDDISK, CD/MP3-CD, AUX).3To select Center’s function, press SOURCEonce or more on the set (or HARDDISK, CD/MP3-CD, AUX on Center’s remote control)Helpful hints:– CD/MP3-CD and AUX source is onlyavailable on Center.Adjusting the brightness of blueindicatorThe blue indicator lights up when the set isworking or ready for working.●On the remote control, press and hold DIM toturn the brightness up or down.SAME ARTISTSMART EQSMART EQWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1225
EnglishBasic functionsDisplay adjustmentYou can adjust the display’s backlight andcontrast settings1 On the remote control, press MENU to enterthe MENU screen (or on Center, press andhold STOP • MENU)2 Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Settings3 Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select Display4 Press 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 to select your options:Backlight:Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select on or off ;●You can also turn the backlight on or off bypressing DIM on the remote controlContrast:Press 3 / 4 to reduce or enlarge the contrastSelecting languages1 On the remote control, press MENU to enterthe MENU screen (or on Center, press andhold STOP • MENU)2 Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Settings3 Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Language4 Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select: English, French, Spanish, Dutch, Italian and GermanSAME ARTISTSMART EQSMART EQWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1226
EnglishHD Playing Harddisk (HD)On WAC5 Center is located a 80GBhard disk, where music is centrally stored.Via Wi-Fi, all the stored music can bestreamed and played on Station.1 Check the Center or Station is switched on orto standbyFor Station: also check the Center is switchedon or to standby➜ The blue indicator lights up(See Basic functions, Switching tostandby/on and selecting functions,Switching to Eco power/ on)2 On Center: Press SOURCE once or more toselect HD (on Center’s remote control, pressHARDDISK)➜Display shows HD and the categories of yourmusic library: Playlists, Artists, Albums,Genres, All tracks, Raw tracks➜Demo tracks are stored in Playlists Playlists( ): custom collection of yourfavorite tracks sorted by the playlists’ name inalphanumeric orderArtists ( ): collection of albums sorted bythe artists’ name in alphanumeric orderAlbums ( ): albums sorted by the albums’name in alphanumeric orderGenres ( ): artists’ album collection sortedby music styleAll tracks ( ): tracks sorted by the tracks’name in alphanumeric orderRaw tracks ( ): tracks to be compressed(MP3 conversion)3 Press the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2to select your option4 Press 2 (or OK) to start playback, if necessary.●Press OK on a highlighted artist, genre or albumto start playback from the beginning of the item(orÉÅ on Center’s remote control; the PlaykeyÉon Station’s remote control).➜The playback screen shows:on the top: your HD option (e.g. Playlist, Artist)in the middle: current track name, elapsedplaying time and some track informationat the bottom: equalizer setting and, if DBB isactivated, DBB setting.5 To pause playback, press OK (orÉÅ onCenter’s remote control; Åon the Station’sremote control). To resume playback, press thebutton again.6 To stop playback, press STOPÇ. Selecting and searching Selecting a different album or track1If necessary, repeatedly press 1 to enterprevious option lists2 Repeatedly press the navigation controls 3 or4 and 2 to select the desired album or track.3Press VIEW to return to the playback screen, ifnecessary.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1227
EnglishHD Selecting tracks of a particular artist●During playback, press SAME ARTIST➜Playback of current artist’s tracks continuesafter current track. Selecting tracks of a particular genre●During playback, press SAME GENRE➜ Playback of current genre’s tracks continuesafter current track.Different play modes: REPEAT,SHUFFLE– plays the current track continuously– repeats all the tracks (under current artist,genre or album )– repeats all the tracks (under currentartist, genre or album) in random order – tracks (under current artist, genre oralbum) are played in random order1During playback, press once or more REPEATor/ and SHUFFLE to select play modes.2To return to normal playback, press REPEAT orSHUFFLE repeatedly until the various modesare no longer displayed.To select a different track in currentalbum during playback●In the playback screen, briefly and repeatedlypress the navigation controls 3 or 4 to selectprevious or next tracks (or 4 or ¢ onCenter’s remote control; O, P on Station’sremote control)Using the fast skip 3 or 4Use this function to find an option (e.g. an albumor a track) in a long option list.●Press and hold the navigation controls 3 or 4in the long option list.➜ You will skip the options faster and faster➜ At the high speed skip, the initial letter ofcurrent options appears for easy identification Finding a passage within a track during playback1In the playback screen, press and hold thenavigation controls 3 or 4 (or 4 or ¢on Center’s remote control; à / á onStation’s remote control)➜The HD plays at a high speed.2When you recognize the passage you want,release 3 or 4 (or 4 or ¢ on Center’sremote control; à / á on Station’s remotecontrol)➜Normal playback resumes.SAME ARTISTSAME ARTISTSMART EQSMART EQWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1228
EnglishHDDeleting a playlist, album ortrack1Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 toenter a category (Playlist, Artists, Albums, Genres,All tracks, Raw tracks●If necessary, press 3 or 4 and 2 once ormore to enter the album/track list2Press 3 or 4 to highlight a selected playlist,album or track3To select Delete Playlist, Delete Album orDelete Tracka. Press MENU to enter the MENU screenb. In the MENU screen, use the navigationcontrols 3 or 4 and 2 to select.4Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select Ye sCreating Playlist: customcollection of your favorite musicOn Center’s hard disk., you can create up to 99playlists consisting of your favorite tracks in thedesired sequence.Helpful hints:– You can also create your playlists on yourcomputer via Philips Digital Media Manager(DMM). For details, see DMM’s help file. Refer tothe manual Connect to your PC to learn how toinstall DMM software.1Use the navigation controls 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 tohighlight the desired track/album (see Selectingand searching)2Press MENU to enter the MENU screen3Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2to select Create Playlist➜ A new playlist is created. Display shows: Playlist created. To add tracks, select“ Add to Playlist”.4To select Add to Playlist,a. Press MENU to enter the MENU screen b. In the MENU screen, use the navigationcontrols 3 or 4 and 2 to select➜ A list of playlists appears5Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2to select the desired playlist➜ Display shows: Track(s) added to playlist6Repeat steps 1, 4 , 5 to select and store alldesired tracks in this way.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1229
EnglishHDBuilding music library on CenterBy ripping CDs, Importing from PC andRecording from external source you canbuild your music library on Center’s hard disk.IMPORTANT!–Recording is permissible if copyrightor other rights of third parties are notinfringed upon.–For CDs encoded with copyrightprotection technologies by some recordcompanies, recording is restricted. Ripping CDsWith WAC5 Center, you can rip audio CDtracks from your pre-recorded CDs and storethem as MP3 files in the Center’s hard disk.The Gracenote® music recognition serviceenables your set to look up from its built-indatabase the CD track information (includingalbum, artist, genre, track information). It allowsthe ripped CD tracks to be properly categorized(for example, under Artists, Albums, Genresor All tracks) and also merged with theexisting tracks in the harddisk. To update yourGracenote® music recognition service database,see the manual Connect to your PCMusic recognition technologyand related data are providedby Gracenote®. Gracenote isthe industry standard in musicrecognition technology andrelated content delivery. Formore information, visit www.gracenote.com.CD and music-related data from Gracenote, Inc.,copyrightC 2000-2005 Gracenote. Gracenote CDDB®Client Software, copyright 2000-2005 Gracenote. Thisproduct and service may practice one or more of thefollowing U.S. Patents: #5,987,525; #6,061,680;#6,154,773, #6,161,132, #6,230,192, #6,230,207,#6,240,459, #6,330,593, and other patents issued orpending. Services supplied and/or device manufacturedunder license for following Open Globe, Inc. UnitedStates Patent 6,304,523.Gracenote and CDDB are registered trademarks ofGracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and the“Powered by Gracenote” logo are trademarks ofGracenote.1Insert a CD into Center’s CD loader, with theprinted side facing up➜Display shows: Reading CD.➜List of tracks appears●MP3/WMA: To enter the track list, press 2 on ahighlighted file folder2In the screen of track list, press RECORD➜ List of track checkboxes appears3Press OK to select or deselect the tracks to berecorded (or MARK•UNMARK on theremote control)● To select/deselect all tracks, press and hold OKMARK• UNMARK on the remote control)4To select Rec speed (1x, 4x) and Rec quality, a. Press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Settings menuc. In Settings menu, use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select.5To start recording, press RECORD➜ Display shows CD-Rec and the album name of the track being recorded. (a default album name, e.g. Album_001, isassigned if the CD track information cannot befound in Center’s built-in Gracenote® musicrecognition service database)➜ Center will return to HD mode when rippingis finishedPrintedSideCD(RW)WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1230
English Importing from PCThe supplied PC Installer CD contains DigitalMedia Manager (DMM) software. It will helpyou organize the music files on your PC andimport them to WAC700 Center. For details,see DMM’s help file. Refer to the manualConnect to your PC to learn how to installDMM software. Recording from external sourceA maximum of 3-hour recording can be madefrom the radio or external source.1In Radio mode, tune to the desired radiostation (See Tuner, Tuning to radio stations)or In AUX mode, start playback from theexternal source (see AUX)2Press RECORD. ➜ Recording starts3To stop recording, press STOP/Ç.➜ The recording is saved as a file under RADIOor AUX in Albums. A file name is given, e.g.Radio_xx, or Aux_xx (where xx denotes anumber)To find your recording1Select HD source2In Albums, use the navigation controls 3 or 4and 2 to enter AUXHDTo find your ripped tracksAfter MP3 conversion is completed (theACTIVE indicator is off), you can find andplayback the ripped tracks in Albums.1Select HD source2In Albums, use the navigation controls 3 or 4and 2 to enter the album of recorded tracks.– Only the completely ripped track can befound on Center’s harddisk.–You will find the ripped CD tracks underRaw tracks if they are to be compressed (MP3conversion).6 To rip another CD, repeat the step 1 above (Up to 8 CDs can be ripped consecutively)7 To stop recording, press STOP/ÇTo rip an audio CD track during playback1Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 toselect a track.2Press RECORD.➜ You will record and play the selected track.from the beginning.3CD-Rec appears. Display shows the albumname of the track being recorded.Helpful hints:– To switch off the sound output temporarily, press MUTE.Important!– During the CD ripping/ MP3 conversion, theACTIVE indicator lights up green. – While the ACTIVE indicator lights up green, do not switch Center to ECO POWER (power- saving mode) or remove its power plug.STANDBY-ONWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1231
EnglishHDMoving in your WiFi network ofCenter and StationsUp to 5 Stations can be to connected to WAC5Center. Via Wi-Fi, music can move betweenCenter and Stations. Even in different places ofyour house, you and your family will enjoy andshare music with ease. MUSIC FOLLOWS MEAs you move around at home, let music movearound you, between Center and Station orbetween Station and Station.On the first unit (Center or Station), wheremusic will leave:1 During HD playback, select the album or playlistyou wish to play on the second unit (seeSelecting and searching, Selecting adifferent album or track)2 Press MUSIC FOLLOWS ME to activate➜ The icon appears. Playback continues●To start playback from the beginning on thesecond unit, first pressÉÅ on the Center’sremote control (or Å on the Station’s remotecontrol, and then, press MUSIC FOLLOWSME3To deactivate MUSIC FOLLOWS ME, pressMUSIC FOLLOWS ME again or otherfunctional keys (e.g. SLEEP, RDS/NEWS or 1 / 2 / 3 / 4)●MUSIC FOLLOWS ME will be automaticallydeactivated if you do not activate MUSICFOLLOWS ME on the second unit within 5minuteOn the second unit (Center or Station),where music will continue4 Check you have selected HD, CD or AUXsource on the second unit or have switched theunit to standby mode (see Basic functions,Switch on/to standby and selectingfunctions)●Check the blue indicator lights upDisplay track information1During playback, press VIEW once or more toenter the playback screen➜The display shows: on the top: HDin the middle: current track name, elapsedplaying time and some trackinformationat the bottom: equalizer setting and, if DBB is activated, DBB setting.2Press 2➜The display shows track information (e.g.track name, file type, file size, bit rate of mp3/wma files)3Press VIEW once or more to return to theplayback screen.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1232
EnglishHDMUSIC BROADCASTMUSIC BROADCAST allows you tobroadcast music from Center to Station(s).On Station(s)1Check you have switched the Station(s) on or tostandby mode (see Basic functions, Switchon/to standby and selecting functions)2Check the blue indicator lights upOn Center3During HD playback, select the album or playlistyou wish to broadcast to Station(s)4 Press MUSIC BROADCAST to activate➜ The icon appears on Center andStation(s). 5-second countdown starts.➜ On Center and Station(s): Selectedmusic plays simultaneously several seconds afterthe 5-second countdown.5 For a station to exit MUSIC BROADCAST,press STOP/Ç on the Station● To broadcast music to the station again, you haveto stop MUSIC BROADCAST on Centerand then, activate MUSIC BROADCASTagain on Center.6 To stop MUSIC BROADCAST, press STOP/Ç on the Center.Helpful hints: MUSIC BROADCAST willalso stop when:–you switched Center to Standby or Eco power;– the selected album or playlist has reached the end.5 Press MUSIC FOLLOWS ME within 5minutes after MUSIC FOLLOWS ME isactivated on the first unit➜ Selected music stops on the first unit andcontinues on the second unit. The icon disappears.➜ Selected play modes (e.g. , )areretained on the second unit (see Differentplay modes: REPEAT, SHUFFLE)6 To stop MUSIC FOLLOWS ME, pressSTOP/Çon the second unit.SAME ARTISTSMART EQHelpful hints:After MUSIC FOLLOWS ME is activated onthe second unit, on the first unit:– make sure the first unit is switched on or tostandby mode– you can select other tracks or source forplaybackWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1233
EnglishStation management Adding a stationYou can add a station to an existing Wi-Finetwork of Center and Station. Up to 5 stationscan be connected to a WAC Center.1Switch on WAC5 Center and select HD source2 To select Add New Station on Centera. Press MENU (on Center, press and hold STOP)b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Station Mgnt menuc. In Station Mgnt menu, use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select➜You will enter the Installation Mode.Searching for the new station starts.➜ Playback stops on the previously associatedStation if you are playing the HD source3 Connect the new station to power supply➜On the Center ‘s display shows the numberof stations found4Press STOP/Ç on the Center when all thestations are foundHelpful hints:–To change your setting of Wi-Fi connection, seethe manual Connect to your PC. Deleting a station1Switch on WAC5 Center and select HD source2 To select Delete Station on Centera. Press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Station Mgnt menuc. In Station Mgnt menu, use the navigationcontrols 3 or 4 and 2 to select➜On the Center ‘s display shows the list ofconnected stations3Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select the station youwish to delete4Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select YesHD Viewing station status1Switch on WAC5 Center and select HD source2 To select Station Status on Centera. Press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Station Mgnt menuc. In Station Mgnt menu, use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select➜On the Center ‘s display shows the list ofstations connected or ever connected3 Press 2 to view the connection informationInformation about your WACS51Switch on WAC5 Center (or WAS5 Station) andselect HD source.2 To select Information on Center or Stationa. Press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Information menu➜The display shows: the name of Center orStation, firmware version and free harddisk space(for Center only)FirmwareUpgrading firmwareThe supplied PC Installer CD contains DigitalMedia Manager (DMM) software. It will helpyou get the upgrades for WAC5 Center. Fordetails, see DMM’s help file. Refer to the manualConnect to your PC to learn how to installDMM software. Restoring previous firmwareAfter the Center’s firmware is upgraded, you canrestore it to its previous version as desired.1In Center’s HD mode, press MENU.2Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 toenter Restore firmware menu.3 Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select No or Ye s .WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1234
EnglishHD Re-establishing Wi-Fi connectionAfter upgrading or restoring the Center’sfirmware, you need to re-establish the Wi-Ficonnection between Center and Stations.On the WAS5 Stations,●Enter Installation Mode by: a. Remove the Station’s power plug and then, connect it to the power supply again.➜ “Connecting to Center” appearsb. Press MENU or STOP to enter the selection screen of Installation Mode and Select Server c. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Installation ModeOn Center,●Select HD mode and then, enter InstallationMode by:a. Press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Station Mgnt menuc. In Station Mgnt menu, use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Add New Station ➜ Searching for Stations starts.On Center,●Press STOPÇto exit InstallationMode when Center has found all the stations.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1235
EnglishDiscs for playbackWith this system, you can play– all pre-recorded audio CDs (CDDA)– all finalized audio CD-Rs and CD-RWs(12cm CD and 8cm 185 or 200 MB CD)– MP3WMA-CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs with MP3/WMA files)IMPORTANT!– This system is designed for regulardiscs. Therefore, do not use anyaccessories such as disc stabilizer rings ordisc treatment sheets, etc.About MP3/ WMAThe music compression technology MP3(MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) and WMA (WindowsMedia Audio) significantly reduces the digital dataof an audio CD while maintaining CD qualitysound.Windows Media Audio® is a registeredtrademark of Microsoft Corporation.Supported formats:–Disc format ISO9660, Joliet, UDF (created onAdaptec Direct CD v5.0 and Nero BurningROM UDF v5.5) and multi-session CDs–MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 Kbps andvariable bit rate.–12-cm 650Mb and 700Mb CD-R/ CD-RWs– Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8levels–WMA v7 or earlier (max. 192Kbps cbr)The system will not play or support thefollowing:•Empty albums: an empty album is an albumthat does not contain MP3/WMA files, and willnot be shown in the display.•Non-supported file formats are skipped. Thismeans that e.g.: Word documents .doc or MP3files with extension .dlf are ignored and will notbe played.•DRM protected WMA files•WMA files in Lossless or VBR formatCDIMPORTANT!–Make sure that the file names of MP3files end with .mp3.–For DRM protected WMA files, useWindows Media Player 10 (or later) forCD burning/conversion. Visit www.microsoft.com for details about WindowsMedia Player and WM DRM (WindowsMedia Digital Rights Management).Playing discs1 Check the Center is switched on or to standby(See Basic functions, Switching on/tostandby and selecting functions,Switching to Eco power/ on)2Insert a CD/CD-R(W) into Center’s CD slotload, with the printed side facing up.●Make sure you have removed other disc fromthe loader.➜Reading CD is displayed as the player scansthe contents of a disc.➜ Audio CD: the list of tracks appears (trackinformation appears if it is available after thelookup of Gracenote Music Recognition Servicedatabase)➜ MP3/WMA: the list of albums appearsHelpful hints:–“Others” is shown as an album, if you have notorganized your MP3/WMA files into any albums onyour disc.–“CDDA” is an album for audio CD tracks if thedisc contains both CD Audio tracks and MP3/WMAfiles.–“All tracks” is shown as an album for MP3/WMA CDPrintedSideCD(RW)WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1236
EnglishCDUsing the fast skip 3 or 4Use this function to find an option (e.g. an albumor a track) in a long option list.●Press and hold the navigation controls 3 or 4in the long option list.➜You will skip the options faster and faster➜At the high speed skip, the initial letter ofcurrent options appears for easy identification.Finding a passage within a trackduring playback1In the playback screen, press and hold thenavigation controls 3 or 4 (or 4 or ¢on Center’s remote control; à / á onStation’s remote control)➜The CD plays at a high speed.2When you recognize the passage you want,release 4 or ¢ (or à / á on Station’sremote control)➜Normal playback resumes.3 Press once or more the navigation controls 3or 4 and 2 to select a track4 Press 2 (or OK) to start playback, if necessary.●MP3/WMA: Press OK on a highlighted albumto start playback of the album (orÉÅ onCenter’s remote control; the Play keyÉonStation’s remote control)●MP3/WMA: Press OK on the highlightedalbum All tracks to start playback of all thetracks on the disc (orÉÅ on Center’s remotecontrol; the Play keyÉon Station’s remotecontrol)5To pause playback, press OK.(orÉÅ onCenter’s remote control; Åon the Station’sremote control). To resume playback, press thebutton again.6 To stop playback, press STOPÇ.7 To remove the disc, press EJECT on Center Selecting and searching Selecting a different album/track1If necessary, repeatedly press 1 to enterprevious option lists2 Repeatedly press the navigation controls 3 or4 and 2 to select the desired album or track.3Press VIEW to return to the playback screen, ifnecessary.To select a different track (in currentalbum) during playback●In the playback screen, briefly and repeatedlypress the navigation controls 3 or 4 to selectprevious or next tracks (or 4 or ¢ onCenter’s remote control; O, P on Station’sremote control)WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1237
EnglishCDDisplay track information1During playback, press VIEW once or more toenter the playback screen➜The display shows: on the top: CDin the middle: current track name, elapsedplaying time and some trackinformationat the bottom: equalizer setting and, if DBB is activated, DBB setting.2Press 2➜The display shows track information (e.g.track name, file type, file size, bit rate of mp3/wma files)3Press VIEW once or more to return to theplayback screen.SAME ARTISTSMART EQSMART EQDifferent play modes: REPEAT,SHUFFLE– plays the current track continuously – repeats all the tracks (under currentalbum )– repeats all the tracks (under current album) in random order – tracks (under current album) are played in random order1During playback, press once or more REPEATor/ and SHUFFLE to select play modes.2To return to normal playback, press REPEAT orSHUFFLE repeatedly until the various modesare no longer displayed.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1338
EnglishAUX/ UPnP/SLEEPAUX (Listening to an externalsource, on Center only)You can listen to the sound of the connectedexternal device through your WAC5 Center.1Check the external device has been properlyconnected (See Installation, Connecting anadditional appliance)2Check the WAC5 Center has been properlyconnected to an additional appliance withpowerful speakers (See Installation,Connecting an additional appliance)3Check the WAC5 Center is switched on or tostandby (See Basic functions, Switching on/to standby and selecting functions,Switching to Eco power/ on)4Press SOURCE once or more to select AUX(on the remote control, press TUNER/AUX once or more)5Press the PLAY key on the connected device tostart playback.6To adjust the sound and volume, use the soundcontrols on your external device.UPnP (on Station only)After connecting your WAS5 to an existingnetwork, you can set up a UPnP* server in thenetwork. Play from your WAS5 stations themusic collection either on the Center or on theUPnP server.* Univeral Plug and Play (UPnPTM) builds onstandard networking technologies and providesstandardized protocols for a wide variety ofhome and small business devices. It allows easyinteroperability of all the devices supporting thethe networking technologies.●UPnP server software is installed (e.g. PhilipsMedia Manager, Musicmatch® ) and the UPnPserver function is enabled.To connect a UPnP serverRequirements for the UPnP server:●The UPnP device has been connected to thesame network as WAS5. If the WAS5 Station is now connected toCenter,1Check the Center is switched on or to standbymode2 Check your UPnP-enabled PC is switched on3Switch on the Station4To select Select Server on Stationa. On the remote control, press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select➜On the Station ‘s display shows the list ofservers connected➜Server not found appears if there is noUPnP server in the network5Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select your desired server➜On the Station ‘s display shows PC’s music as it does on PCIf the WAS5 Station has ever beenconnected to Center, but is nowdisconnected from Center1Connect WAS5 to the power supply➜Display shows: “Connecting to Center...”2To connect to a UPnP server, press MENU orSTOP on the remote control➜Display shows the selection screen ofInstallation Mode or Select ServerWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1339
English3Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 toselect Select Server➜On the Station ‘s display shows the list ofservers connected➜Server not found appears if there is noUPnP server in the networkIf the WAS5 Station has never connected toCenter or server,1 Check your UPnP-enabled PC is switched on2 Connect WAS5 to the power supplySLEEPYou can set a certain period of time after whichthe Center or Station will switch to standby.1On the remote control, press SLEEPrepeatedly to select the desired time periodoptions (in minutes):➜ Display shows in sequence: Sleep 15, 30,45, 60, 90, 120, Off➜ Display shows the selected option briefly andreturns to its previous status. The icon ZZappears.2To view the time countdown to the standbymode, press SLEEP again.To deactivate the sleep timer, pressSLEEP until Sleep Off is displayed.orPress STANDBY-ON/ ECO POWER toswitch the set to standby (or y on the remotecontrol)SAME ARTISTSMART EQAUX/ UPnP/SLEEPTo play music on a UPnP server➜On the Station ‘s display shows music stored on PC1Check the WAS5 Station is switched on orstandby mode2Check the WAS5 Station is connected to aUPnP server ➜ On the Station ‘s display shows PC’s music as it does on PCHelpful hints:– On WAS5’s UPnP mode, MUSIC FOLLOWSME and MUSIC BROADCAST are disabled.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1340
EnglishReset6Select your desired language: English, French,Spanish, Dutch, Italian and German➜The set enters Installation Mode.➜The search for Center or Stations starts. TheWi-Fi connection is being re-established.If the Center is reset and Stations arenot reset:●On the Stations, enter Installation Mode by: a. Remove the Station’s power plug and then, connect it to the power supply again.➜ “Connecting to Center” appearsb. Press MENU or STOP to enter the selection screen of Installation Mode and Select Server c. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Installation ModeIf a Station is reset and the Center is not:●On the Center, select HD mode and then, enterInstallation Mode by:a. Press MENU.b. Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to enter Station Mgnt menuc. In Station Mgnt menu, use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2 to select Add New Station➜Searching for Stations starts.ResetIf desired, you can restore your Center or Stationto their default setting (including the networksetting).1Check the set is switched on (See Basicfunctions, Switching on/to standby andselecting functions, Switching to Ecopower/ on)2On the remote control, press MENU to enterthe MENU screen (or on Center, press andhold STOP • MENU)3Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2to enter Settings4Use the navigation controls 3 or 4 and 2to enter Restore settings5Press 3 or 4 and 2 to select Yes➜The set is rebooted. Language selectionscreen appears.If both Center and Stations are reset:●Do as you did in the first-time Wi-Fi connection(see Installation, Set up Wi-Fi connectionbetween Center and Station)7On Center, press STOPÇto exit InstallationMode when all the Stations are foundHelpful hints:–To change your network settings, you need toreset your WAC5 Center (see Connect your PC,Custom Installation).WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1341
EnglishSpecificationsWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1342
EnglishWARNINGUnder no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this willinvalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. Ifyou are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer orPhilips for help.Problem SolutionTroubleshooting✔Check you have placed the Center and Stationside by side on a flat and firm surface✔Check you have connected the Center to powersupply✔When adding a new station, check your center isin Installation mode (See HD, Stationmanagement)If you are playing the set, stop playback and takethe appropriate measures as follows:✔Keep the Center or Station at least 3 metersaway from such devices.✔Use the WEP key when connecting yourCenter and Station to an existing wireless PCnetwork. See the manual Connect toyour PC.✔Change the operating channel of your Centerand Station when connecting them to an existingwireless PC network. To learn about how tochange channels, see the manual Connect toyour PC.✔If possible, change the operating channels ofthe other Wi-Fi devices at your home.✔Tu rn the devices in different directions to minimize interference.✔Check your plasma TV is turned off✔Check you have placed two IR operated devices( Station) in separate rooms wherever possible.Wi-Fi connection:During the first-time setup, Station’sdisplay shows “Searching for Center”.I get interference on my wireless (WiFi)link between center and station.The WACS 5 operate in the 2.4GHz radiofrequency spectrum. Many other household/ITdevices also operate in the frequency spectrum,for example: microwave ovens, Dect phones,bluetooth devices like bluetooth headphones,computer mouse, wireless routers, cordlessphones, WiFi compatible printers, PDAs.These devices can interfere with the WiFi linkbetween Center and Station, resulting in suchinterference as the pause during playback , theset’s slow response to your operation. Theseverity of interference varies depending on theextent of radiation from the device and thestrength of Wi-Fi signals in the position.Remote control:When I am using the Center’s 2-wayremote control, it starts to show"connecting ....connecting" on the displayendlessly.When you read this message on the 2-wayremote control, there could be the followinginterference on your remote control:1) interference signals from the Plasma TV screen(if this device is turned on);2) conflicting IR signals from a nearby WAS5StationWACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1343
EnglishTroubleshootingStations react when you operateCenter’s remote controlx flashes on the sychro display of Center’sremote controlAfter the set is switched on, nothingappears on the sychro display of Center’sremote controlThe remote control does not functionproperly.CD“No Disc”/ “Cannot read CD” isdisplayedSound cannot be heard or is of poorquality. The disc skips tracksSound skips during MP3/WMA playback✔Center’s remote control is powerful enough tooperate several Stations within certain distanceor angle. Check you have placed the Stations indifferent rooms or place Stations in differentangles✔Use Station’s remote control or the controls onthe set.✔Signal error. Check you have pointed the remotecontrol toward the IR area of the set you wishto operate✔You switched on the set by using the control onthe set instead of center’s remote control.Press REFRESH on center’s remote control tosynchronize its display.✔Remove the protective plastic tab before usingthe Station’s remote control.✔Reduce the distance between the remotecontrol and the set.✔ Insert the batteries with their polarities (+/– signs) aligned as indicated.✔Replace the batteries.✔Point the remote control directly towards the IRsensor.✔Insert a suitable disc.✔Check if the disc is inserted with graphics facingfront✔Wait until the moisture condensation at the lenshas cleared.✔Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.✔Use a finalized CD-RW or CD-R.✔Adjust the volume.✔Disconnect the headphones.✔Switch off MUTE.✔Replace or clean disc✔Switch off SHUFFLE✔MP3 file made at compression level exceeding320kbps. Use a lower compression level to ripaudio CD tracks.✔Replace or clean disc.WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1344
EnglishPhilips, P.O. Box 671539, Marietta, GA. 30006-0026One (1) Year Labor and Parts Repair (Facility)PHILIPS LIMITED WARRANTYPHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS warrants thisproduct against defect in material or workmanship, subject toany conditions set forth as follows:PROOF OF PURCHASE:You must have proof of the date of purchase to receive war-ranted repair on the product. A sales receipt or other docu-ment showing the product and the date that you purchased theproduct as well as the authorized retailer included, is consid-ered such proof.COVERAGE:(If this product is determined to be defective)LABOR: For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase,Philips will repair or replace the product, at its option, at nocharge, or pay the labor charges to the Philips authorized repairfacility (see warranty service phone numbers in next column).After the period of one (1) year, Philips will no longer beresponsible for charges incurred.PARTS: For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase,Philips will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacementparts in exchange for defective parts. Philips authorized repairfacility will provide removal and installation of the part underthe specified labor warranty.EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY COVERAGEYour warranty does not cover:•Labor charges for installation or setup of the product, adjust-ment of customer controls on the product, and installationor repair of antenna systems outside of the product.•Product repair and/or part replacement because of improperinstallation, connections to improper voltage supply, abuse,neglect, misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other causenot within the control of Philips.•A product that requires modification or adaptation to enableit to operate in any country other than the country forwhich it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or autho-rized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications.•Damage occurring to product during shipping when improp-erly packaged or cost associated with packaging.•Product lost in shipment and no signature verification ofreceipt can be provided.•A product used for commercial or institutional purposes(including but not limited to rental purposes).•Products sold AS IS or RENEWED.SHIP-IN WARRANTY For Ship-In warranty repair, ship the product to a Philips autho-rized service facility for repair in its original carton and packingmaterial. If you do not have the original carton or packing mate-rial, have your product professionally packed for shipping. Shipproduct via a traceable carrier.When it is necessary for you toship the product to Philips for repair, you will pay the shippingcost for shipment to Philips. Philips will pay the shipping costswhen returning the product to you.TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE IN THE U.S.A.,PUERTO RICO, OR U.S.VIRGIN ISLANDS…Contact Philips Customer Care Center at:1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477)TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA…1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)1-888-PHILIPS (1-888-744-5477) (English or Spanish Speaking)REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THISWARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR THE CON-SUMER. PHILIPS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDEN-TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OFANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PROD-UCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLELAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ORFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCTIS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THISWARRANTY.Some states do not allow the exclusions or limitation of inci-dental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on howlong an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclu-sions may not apply to you. In addition, if you enter into a ser-vice contract agreement with the PHILIPS partnership withinninety (90) days of the date of sale, the limitation on how longan implied warranty lasts does not apply.This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.(Warranty: 4835 710 27100)WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1345
EnglishEnd-User License Agreement USE OF THIS PRODUCT IMPLIES ACCEPTANCE OFTHE TERMS BELOW.This product contains technology and data from Gracenote of Emeryville, California (“Gracenote”). Thetechnology from Gracenote (the “Gracenote Embedded Software”) enables this product to do discidentification and obtain music-related information, including name, artist, track, and title information(“Gracenote Data”), which is included on the Gracenote Database (the “Gracenote Database”).You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Database, and Embedded Software for yourown personal non-commercial use only. You agree that you will access Gracenote Data only by means ofthe standard end user functions and features of this product. You agree not to assign, copy, transfer ortransmit the Embedded Software or any Gracenote Data to any third party. YOU AGREE NOT TO USEOR EXPLOIT GRACENOTE DATA, THE GRACENOTE DATABASE, OR GRACENOTE COMPONENT,EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREIN.You agree that your non-exclusive license to use the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Database, andEmbedded Software will terminate if you violate these restrictions. If your license terminates, you agree tocease any and all use of the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Database, and Gracenote EmbeddedSoftware. Gracenote reserves all rights in the Gracenote Data, Gracenote Database, and GracenoteEmbedded Software, including all ownership rights. You agree that Gracenote may enforce its rights underthis Agreement against you directly in its own name.The Embedded Software and each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you “AS IS.” Gracenote makesno representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy of any Gracenote Data.Gracenote reserves the right to delete data or to change data categories in any Data updates and for anycause that Gracenote deems sufficient. No warranty is made that the Embedded Software is error-free orthat functioning of the Embedded Software will be uninterrupted. Gracenote is not obligated to provideyou with any new enhanced or additional data types or categories that Gracenote may choose to providein the future.GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOTLIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. GRACENOTE DOES NOT WARRANT THE RESULTSTHAT WILL BE OBTAINED BY YOUR USE OF THE GRACENOTE COMPONENT OR ANYGRACENOTE SERVER. IN NO CASE WILL GRACENOTE BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIALOR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST REVENUES. Rev 2.1WACS5_Eng/37 8/3/2005, 15:1346

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