[. . . ] Average playing time of 2 alkaline batteries under normal conditions: Audio disc ESP on ESP and powersaving on 11 hours 15 hours MP3-CD 11 hours 23 hours Use only with the 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. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. [. . . ] To achieve a good sound quality, a bit rate of 128 kbps or higher is recommended for MP3 music files. 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 OPEN 2 opens the CD compartment 2 VOL E adjusts the volume 39 stops playback, clears a program and switches off the unit 4 2; switches on the unit, starts playback, and pauses playback 5§ skips forward and searches forward 6 ESP Electronic Skip Protection prevents music interruptions caused by shocks or vibrations 7+ MP3-CD only: selects the next album or skips forward 8 display 9 How to organize music files In order to easily handle the large number of music files on a CD-ROM, you can organize them in folders ("albums"). If you want to arrange them in a certain order, let the file names start with numbers. MP3 Albums will be arranged in alphabetical order, but subfolders (albums within another album) will be played immediately after the album in which they are located. With this unit you can play ­ audio discs (pre-recorded audio CDs, finalized audio CDRs and CDRWs) ­ MP3-CDs (CD-ROMs with MP3 files) Insert a disc, printed side up, by pressing gently on the disc´s center so that it fits onto the hub. English: This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. With a conventional portable disc player the music may skip or stop if the player is shaken or jarred. The Electronic Skip Protection protects this unit against loss of sound caused by light vibrations or shocks. Under no circumstances should you try to repair the unit yourself as this will invalidate the guarantee. 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. No power, playback does not start A beep confirms that you have pressed a button or that the batteries are empty. And/or ­ Disconnect the unit from the power no reaction supply or take out the batteries for to controls a few seconds. ­ Keep this unit away from active mobile phones or strong magnetic fields. Keep DBB pressed for 2 seconds to switch beep either on or off: bEEP is displayed: Beep is switched on. Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you're entitled to. ⷠOnce your Philips purchase is registered, you're eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a Philips product. ⷠSo complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once, and take advantage of these important benefits. [. . . ] You may exchange the product in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics Company. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province. Selecting an album during playback Briefly press - or + once or several times to skip to the first track of the current, previous or subsequent album. [. . . ]