PHILIPS TAZ6000-10 CD Sound Machine

Specifications

• Model: TTAAZR61060009
• Power Source: Electric
• Connectivity: Bluetooth, USB, AUX
• Radio: FM, DAB
• Supported Media: CD, USB, Bluetooth

Product Usage Instructions

Safety
Read and understand all instructions before using the CD soundmachine system. Failure to follow instructions may void the warranty.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, do not open the device. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

Listen to the Radio

• Listen to FM Radio: Tune in to FM radio stations for music and news.
• Listen to DAB Radio: Enjoy digital radio stations with clear reception.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the CD Soundmachine without plugging it in?
A: No, the CD Soundmachine requires an electric power source for operation.

Important

Safety
Read and understand all instructions before you use this CD soundmachine system.
If damage is caused by failure to follow the instructions, the warranty does not apply.

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO OUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

• This ‘bolt of lightning’ indicates uninsulated material within the device may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove the covering. The ‘exclamation mark’ calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.
  electric shock, the device should not be exposed to rain or moisture and objects not be placed on the device. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, fully insert the plug. (For regions with polarized plugs: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade to wide slot.)

Warning

• Never remove the casing of this apparatus. Never lubricate any part of this apparatus. Never look into the laser beam inside this apparatus.
• Never place this apparatus on other electrical equipment.
• Keep this apparatus away from direct sunlight,
• Ensure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the apparatus from the power
• Make sure that there is enough free space around the product for ventilation.
• Only use attachments/accessories specifed by the manufacturer. Battery usage CAUTION -to prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury, property damage, or damage to the product:
• Install the battery correctly, + and – as marked on the product. The battery (packed or installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
• Remove the battery when the product is not used for a long time.
• The product shall not exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do no place any source of danger objects. lit candles).
  Where the MAlNS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Please use the product safely in an environment with temperature between 0°C and 40°C.

Notice
Any changes or modifcations made to this device that are not expressly approved by MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Compliance
Hereby, TP Vision Europe B.V. declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/
Conformity on www.philips.com/support

Care of the environment
Disposal of your old product and battery

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.

This symbol on a product means that the product is covered by European Directive 2012/19/EU.
This symbol means that the product contains batteries covered by European Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste.

Inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products and batteries. Follow local rules and never dispose of the product and batteries with normal household waste. Correct disposal of old products and batteries helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.
Removing the disposable batteries To remove the disposable batteries, see battery installation section.

Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

Care for your product

Do not insert any objects other than discs into the disc compartment. Do not insert warped or cracked discs into the disc compartment. Remove the discs from the disc compartment if you are not using the product for an extended period of time.

This apparatus includes this label

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

Note
The type plate is located on the bottom of the product.

Your CD soundmachine

Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/support

Introduction
With this CD Sound machine, you can:

• Listen to FM radio;
• Listen to DAB radio;
• Enjoy audio from discs, bluetooth, and other external audio devices;

What’s in the box

Check and identify the contents of your package:

• Main unit×1
• Power cord×2
• Quick Start Guide×1
• Safety sheet×1
• Warranty card×1
• Power cord quantity and plug type vary by regions.
• Images, illustrations and drawings shown on this user manual are for reference only, actual product may vary in appearance.

Overview of the main unit

Get started

Caution

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
  Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.

Connect power
The unit can be powered by either AC power or batteries.

Option 1: AC power

Warning

• Risk of product damage! Make sure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the unit
• Risk of electric shock! When you disconnect the AC power, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord.
  Connect the AC power cord to the wall socket.

Note

• To save energy, turn the unit off after use

Option 2: Battery power

Caution
Batteries contain chemica substances, so they should be disposed of properly.

1. Open the battery compartment.
2. Insert 6 batteries (type: 1.5V R14/UM2/CELL) with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3. Close the battery compartment.

Note
The batteries are not supplied,the user need to purchase them.

Turn on/Standby

Press the Standby button on the unit to turn on

Switch to standby mode

• The product switches to standby mode automatically when there is no audio detected for over 15 minutes.
• Press Standby button to wake up the product from standby mode.

App download
Scan the QR code and press ‘Download’ button, or search ‘Philips Entertainment’ in the Apple App Store or Google Play to download the app.The Philips Entertainment App puts you in charge of the music you are listening to. You can use your smart device to easily operate the product you want, switch between sources, and more.

Play from CD

Play a CD

Note
You nnot play CDs encoded with copyright protection technologies.
You can play commercially available audio CDs:

• CD-Recordables(CD-R)
• CD-Rewritables(CD-RW)
• CD-MP3 discs

1. Switch the source selector to CD-1-+ CD displays on the screen.
2. Open the CD compartment-
3. Insert a CD with the printed side facing up and close the CD lid gently.
   Your CD sound machine starts to play automatically.

• To select a track,press
• To pause CD play, press
• To resume CD play, press again.
• To stop CD play, press

Use CD menu

In CD mode, press menu setting.
Press MENU (MODE) to enter the to select and enter corresponding menu options.

• [MODE]: Select the REP ONE, REP ALL, REP ALM, SHUF ON and OFF.
• (REP ALM CD-MP3 support only)
• [DBB]: Select DBB2/DBB1/OFF.
• [INFO]: Display the track information.
• [DIM]: Adjust the different display brightness (HIGH/MED/LOW/OFF).
• [SYSTEM]: Access system settings.

Program tracks
In CD mode, you can program a maximum of 20 tracks in CD or 99 tracks in mp3 disc.

1. Press to stop playback.
2. Press PROG to activate the program mode.
3. Press to select a track number, then press  to confirm.
4. Repeat step 3 to program more tracks.
5. Press to play the programmed tracks.
   During play, PROG (program) is displayed.
   • To erase the program, press twice.

Listen to the radio

With this product, you can listen to FM and DAB radio.

Note
Position the antenna as far as possible from TV, or another radiation source. For optimal reception, fully extend and adjust the position of the antenna.

Listen to FM radio

Tune to an FM radio station

1. Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select FM source.
2. Press and hold for three seconds.
3.  The radio tunes to a station with strong reception automatically.

To tune to a weak station
Pressrepeatedly until you find optimal reception.

All available radio stations are stored automatically, then the ?rst stored radio station is broadcast when 30 preset radio radio stations are stored.

Store FM radio stations manually

1. Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select FM source.
2. Press PROG/PRESET to activate program mode.[P01] is displayed.
3. Press to allocate a number from 1-30 to this radio station, and then press.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 to program more stations.

Note
To overwrite a programmed station, store another station in its place.

Select a preset FM radio station

In FM mode, press to select a preset number.
While listening to FM radio, you may toggle stereo and mono sound in the menu.

Use FM menu

1. In FM mode, press MENU (MODE) to enter the menu setting.
2. Press ok to select and enter corresponding menu options.

• [SCAN SET]: Access the scan setting.
• [MODE]: Select the STEREO or MONO
• [DBB]: Select DBB2/DBB1/OFF.
• [RDS INFO]: Display the RDS information.
• [DIM]: Adjust the different display brightness (HIGH/MED/LOW/OFF).
• [SYSTEM]: Access system settings.

Display RDS information
RDS (Radio Data System) is a service that allows FM stations to show additional information.

1. Tune to a FM radio station
2. Toggle INFO menu to display various RDS information (if available), such as station name, program type, time, etc.

Listen to DAB radio
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) is a way of broadcasting radio digitally through a network of transmitters. lt provides you with more choice, better sound quality and more information.

DAB radio operations

Note
New stations and services are added in DAB broadcast from time to time. To make new DAB stations and services available, perform scan regularly.

1. Press DAB/FM repeatedly to select DAB source.
   If you enter DAB source for the first time or if the station list is empty, the unit performs a full scan automatically.
   → [Scanning] is displayed.
   → The unit scans all the DAB radio stations automatically, and ther broadcasts the first available station.
2. Press and hold PROG/PRESET for three seconds.
   → The product scans all DAB radio stations automatically.
   → After scan, the first available station is broadcast.

Select a DAB radio station
After DAB radio stations are scanned, press 144 to select a DAB station

Store DAB radio stations manually

1. Press KK / to select a DAB radio station.
2. Press PROG/PRESET to activate program mode. → [P01] is displayed.
3. Press ALBUM/PRESET to allocate a number from 1-30 to this radio station, and then press or to confirm.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 to program more stations.

To select a preset DAB radio station: In DAB mode, press PROG/PRESET.

Use DAB menu

1. In DAB mode, press MENU (MODE) to enter the menu setting.
2. Press to select and enter corresponding menu options.

• [SCAN]: Scan and store all available DAB radio stations.
• [MANUAL]: Tune to a DAB station manually.
• [DRC]: Compress the dynamic range of a radio signal, so that the volume of quiet sounds is increased, and the volume of loud sounds is reduced.
• [PRUNE]: Remove invalid stations from the station list.
• [DBB]: Select DBB2/DBB1/OFF
• [DAB INFO]: Display DAB information.
• [DIM]: Adjust the different display brightness (HIGH/MED/LOW/OFF).
• [SYSTEM]: Access system settings.

Display DAB information

While listening to DAB radio, toggle INFO menu to display various information (if available), such as frequency, signal strength, time, etc.

Presetting stations to favorite  radio stations
You can preset up to three favorite stations to FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) buttons. Assign one DAB or FM program for each button.

1. Press DAB/FM repeatedly to turn on the radiofunction and select the band “DAB” or“FM.”
2. Tune to the station you want to preset.
3. Press and hold button 1 or 2,or 3 until FAVRT 1/2/3 shows on the screen.

To change the preset station
Repeat steps 1-3.
The preset station on the button will be replaced by the new one.
Listening to preset stations with favorite radio stations.

Note
To prevent the preset from being changed by mistake, do not hold down the button. lf doing so, the preset on the button will be replaced by the currently tuned station.

Play from bluetooth Play from classic bluetooth

Note

• Compatibility with all Bluetooth devices is not guaranteed.
• Any obstacle between the unit and the device can reduce the operational range.
• The effective operation range between this unit and your Bluetooth enabled device is approximately 10 meters (30 feet).
• The unit can memorize up to 8 previously connected Bluetooth devices.

1. Press CD/BT on main unit to select the Bluetooth source.
2. → [NO BT] (Bluetooth) is displayed.
3. On your device that supports Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), enable Bluetooth and search for Bluetooth devices that can be paired (refer to the user manual of the device). Select ‘Philips TAZ6000’on your Bluetooth enabled device.
4. After successful pairing and connection, [BT] is displayed and you will hear the prompt sound from the unit. 4 Play audio on the connected device. → Audio streams from your Bluetooth enabled device to this product.

To disconnect the Bluetooth-enabled device:

• Deactivate Bluetooth on your device.
• Press and hold CD/BT on the product for 3 seconds to enter pairing mode. Use BT menu

1. In BT mode, press more to enter the menu setting.
2. Press to select and enter corresponding menu options.

• [BT PAIR]: Access the pair state.
• [DBB]: Select DBB2/DBB1/OFF.
• [DIM]: Adjust the different display brightness (HIGH/MED/LOW/OFF).
• [SYSTEM]: Access system settings.

Play from Auracast

Note
Auracast is coming soon, the latest firmware of device to be installed to use Auracast feature. Download and install Philips Entertainment app. Follow the instruction from Philips Entertainment app to perform a software upgrade.

You will be able to play music on this CD Soundmachine from multiple Auracast-compatiable transmitting device around house.

1. Short press the “CD/BT” button in BT mode to switch to Auracast source.
   The [AURACAST RCV] is displayed.
2. The unit will automatically search for nearby Auracast broadcasts,  the free broadcast channels.
   Play your favorite music from the Auracast enabled mobile device or dongle to the unit.

To quit Auracast :
Change to other sources and leave Auracast. Deactivate Auracast broadcast on your mobile device or dongle.

Scan Auracast broadcast channel
Press and hold PROG/PRESET for more than 3 seconds.
The unit scans all Auracast broadcast automatically. After scan, the  available Auracast channel is broadcast.

Select Auracast broadcast channel

Press to select an Auracast broadcast channel.

Play from USB

Note

Make sure that the USB device contains playable audio content.
Support FATI 6/FAT32 file format. Support sl 28G.

1. Press USB/AUX IN button on the unit repeatedly to select the USB mode.
2. Insert a USB device into the socket.
3. Play starts automatically. If not, press .

Use USB menu

1. In USB mode, press to enter the menu setting.
2. Press to select and enter corresponding menu options.

• [MODE]: Select the REP ONE,
• REP ALM, REP ALL, SHUF ON and OFF.
• [DBB]: Select DBB2/DBB1/OFF.
• [DIM]: Adjust the different display brightness (HIGH/MED/LOW/OFF).
• [SYSTEM]: Access system settings.

Listen to an external device

You can listen to an external device through this unit with an audio cable.

1. Press USB/AUX IN repeatedly to select AUDlO IN source.
2. Connect an audio cable (3.5mm, not supplied) to the AUDlO-lN socket on the product.
3. Start to play the device.

Note
The AUDIO-IN socket is not for headphones.

Use AUDIO IN menu

1. In AUDIO IN mode, press MENU (MODE) to enter the menu setting.
2. Press . or to select and enter corresponding menu options.

• [DBB]: Select DBB2/DBB1/OFF.
• [DIM]: Adjust the different display brightness (HIGH/MED/LOW/OFF).
• [SYSTEM]: Access system settings.

Connect with headphone

To listen through headphones
Connect headphones to the (headphones) jack.

Product specification

Note
Product information is subject to change without prior notice.

Bluetooth

Disc

Battery life

• Playback of CD Approx. 13 hours
• Playback of DAB Approx. 36 hours
• Playback of FM reception Approx. 35 hours
• Playback of USB device Approx. 24 hours
• Playback of BT Approx. 35 hours
• Playback of AUX Approx. 30 hours

Compatible USB devices

• USB flash memory (USB2.0 or USBI.I)
• USB flash players (USB2.0 or USBI.I)
• memory cards (requires an additional card reader to work with this unit)

Supported USB formats

• FAT16, FAT32 (sector size: 512 bytes) MP3 bit rate (data rate): 48-320 Kbps and variable bit rate
• WAV bit rate (data rate) : Up to 1536 kbps
• Directory nesting up to a maximum of 8 levels
• Number of albums/ folders: maximum 99
• Number of tracks/titles: maximum 999
• File name in Unicode UTF8 (maximum length: 32 bytes)

Unsupported USB formats

• Empty albums: an empty album is an album that does not contain
• MP3 files, and will not be shown in the display.
• Unsupported file formats will be skipped. For example, Word files (. doc) or MP3 files with the extension dif will be ignored and will not be played. WMA, AAC, WAV, PCM audio files:
• DRM protected WMA files. (Note: only support some wav audio files).
• WMA files in lossless format.

Troubleshooting

Warning

To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using this device, check the following points before requesting service. lf the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips Web page (www.philips.com/support). When you contact Philips, make sure that the device is nearby and the model number and serial number are availaple.

No power
Make sure that the AC power cord of the device is connected properly. Make sure that there is power at the AC outlet.
As a power-saving feature, the 15 minutes after track play reaches the end and no control is operated

No sound or poor sound
Adjust the volume.
Check that the speakers are connected correctly.
Check if the stripped speaker wires are clamped.

No response from the unit

Disconnect and reconnect the AC power plug, then turn on the unit again.
As a power-saving feature, the 15 minutes after track play reaches the end and no control is operated.

No disc detected

• Insert a disc.
• Check if the disc is inserted upside down.
• Wait until the moisture condensation at the lens has cleared.
• Replace or clean the disc.

Cannot display some files in USB device

• The number of folders or files in the USB device has exceeded a certain limit

This phenomenon is not a malfunction

• The formats of these files are not supported. USB device not supported
• The USB device is incompatible with the unit. Try another one.

Poor radio reception

• Increase the distance between the unit and your TV or other radiation sources.

Fully extend the radio antenna.

• Connect an outdoor radio antenna. You may purchase a replacement antenna cable with a L-shape plug on one end, as shown below.
• Connect the L-shape plug to this product, and fit the plug on the other end into your wall socket.

Music playback is unavailable on this unit even after successful Bluetooth connection.

• The device cannot be used to play music through this unit wirelessly.

The audio quality is poor after connection with a Bluetooth-enabled device.

• The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to this unit or remove any obstacle between them. Bluetooth cannot be connected with this unit.

The device does not support the profiles required for this unit

• The Bluetooth function of the device is not enabled. Refer to the user manual of the device to find out how to enable the function.
• This unit is not in pairing mode. This unit is already connected with another Bluetooth-enabled device.

Disconnect that device and then try again.

• The paired mobile device connects and disconnects constantly.
• The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to this unit or remove any obstacle between them. Some mobile phones may connect and disconnect constantly when you make or end calls. This does not indicate any malfunction of this unit.

Trademarks

A AURACAST.
The Auracast ™ word mark and logos are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited is under license. Other trade- marks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

* Bluetooth
® The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited is under license.

Be responsible
Respect copyrights

The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including computer programs, flies, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence. This equipment should not be used for such purposes.

Specifications are subject to change without notice. 2024 © Philips and the Philips Shield Emblem are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V. and are used under license. This product has been manufactured by and is sold under the responsibility of MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited or one of its affiliates, and MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited is the warrantor in relation to this product. TAZ6000_10_UM_V1.0

Documents / Resources

PHILIPS TAZ6000-10 CD Sound Machine [pdf] User Manual TAZ6000-10, TAAZR61060009, TAZ6000-10 CD Sound Machine, TAZ6000-10, CD Sound Machine, Sound Machine, Machine

References

• User Manual