1. Nhanganyaya
The Philips AZ787 CD Soundmachine is a versatile portable audio system designed for enjoying your music collection through various sources. This manual provides comprehensive instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your device to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Figure 1: Philips AZ787 CD Soundmachine, front view. This image displays the main unit with its speakers, control panel, and CD compartment.
2. Safety Information
Ndapota verenga uye nzwisisa mirairo yese yekuchengetedza usati washandisa chigadzirwa ichi. Chengeta mirairo iyi kuti uzoshandisa mune ramangwana.
- Kuchengetedzwa Kwemagetsi: Ita shuwa simba voltage matches the rating label on the unit. Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Disconnect from power during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
- Kufefetedza Usavhare chero mazaru emhepo. Bvumira nzvimbo yakakwana yakatenderedza yuniti yekuyerera kwemhepo.
- Kupisa: Chengeta mudziyo uyu kure nezvinhu zvinopisa zvakaita sema radiator, ma heat registers, mastove, kana zvimwe zvinhu zvinopisa.
- Mabhatiri: Follow correct polarity when inserting batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries, or different types of batteries. Remove batteries if the unit is not used for extended periods to prevent leakage.
- Kuchenesa: Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
3. Package Zviri mukati
Tarisa uone kuti zvinhu zvese zviripo mupakeji:
- Philips AZ787 CD Soundmachine
- Remote Control
- Power Cable
- Gwaro Rekutanga Nokukurumidza (rinoshandisirwa mitauro yakawanda)
4. Chigadzirwa Pamusoroview
The Philips AZ787 features a user-friendly design with clearly labeled controls and multiple audio input options.
4.1. Main Unit Controls
- Bhatani reSimba: Inobatidza kana kudzima unit.
- Source Selector: Switches between CD, FM Radio, USB, Cassette, and AUX input.
- Kudzora inzwi: Inogadzirisa mwero wekubuda kweodhiyo.
- CD Controls: Play/Pause, Stop, Skip/Search (forward/backward), Program, Repeat, Shuffle.
- Cassette Controls: Play, Stop/Eject, Fast Forward, Rewind.
- FM Radio Controls: Tuning (digital), Preset Scan, Store Preset.
- USB Controls: Play/Pause, Stop, Skip/Search (forward/backward).
- Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB): Inowedzera kupindura kwebass.
- Ratidza: Shows current mode, track number, radio frequency, etc.
4.2. Rear Panel Connections
- AC Simba Inzwa Zvinotaurwa: Yekubatanidza tambo yemagetsi.
- Jack yeAUX-in: Yekubatanidza ekunze ekuteerera midziyo.
- FM Kanyanga: Telescopic antenna for radio reception.
4.3. Remote Control
The compact remote control provides convenient access to most functions from a distance.
5. Setup
5.1. Simba Connection
- Ita shuwa kuti unit yakadzimwa.
- Connect the supplied power cable to the AC power input on the rear of the soundmachine.
- Batanidza imwe magumo etambo yemagetsi mudura repamadziro.
5.2. Battery Installation (for portable use)
For portable operation, the soundmachine requires 6 x LR20 (D-size) batteries. The remote control requires 1 x CR2025 battery.
- Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the main unit.
- Insert 6 x LR20 batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
- Vhara chivharo chebhatiri zvakachengeteka.
- For the remote control, open its battery compartment and insert 1 x CR2025 battery with correct polarity.
5.3. Kugadziriswa kweAntena
Kuti ugone kugamuchira redhiyo yeFM zvakanaka, wedzera antenna ye telescopic zvizere. Gadzirisa nzvimbo yayo kuti iwane chiratidzo chakanakisa.
6. Kushanda
6.1. Simba On / Off
Press the Simba button on the unit or remote control to turn the soundmachine on or off.
6.2. Source Selection
Press the Source button repeatedly to cycle through available audio sources: CD, FM Radio, USB, Cassette, and AUX.
6.3. CD Playback
The unit supports MP3/WMA-CD, CD, CD-R, and CD-RW discs.
- Sarudza iyo CD source.
- Vhura iyo CD compartment cover.
- Isa CD nedivi rechinyorwa rakatarisa kumusoro pamusoro pechinotenderera.
- Vhara iyo CD compartment cover. Iyo unit ichaverenga disc.
- Press Tamba/Misa kutanga kutamba.
- Shandisa Darika / Tsvaga mabhatani ekufambisa makwara.
- Press Mira kugumisa kutamba.
- To program tracks, press PROG during stop mode, select tracks, and press PROG again to confirm each selection. Press Play kutanga kutamba mutambo wakarongwa.
6.4. Cassette Playback
The unit features an auto-stop cassette deck.
- Sarudza iyo Cassette source.
- Vhura imba yekaseti.
- Isa tepi yekaseti.
- Vhara nzvimbo yekaseti.
- Press Play kutanga kutamba.
- Shandisa Fast Forward or Rewind mabhatani ekufambisa tepi.
- Press Mira / Dzinga to stop playback and eject the tape.
6.5. FM Radio Kushanda
- Sarudza iyo FM Radio source.
- Press the Tuning mabhatani ekugadzirisa chiteshi nemaoko.
- To auto-scan and store stations, press and hold the Scan button. The radio will automatically search and store available stations.
- Shandisa iyo Preset mabhatani ekusarudza zviteshi zvakachengetwa.
6.6. USB Direct Playback
Play MP3/WMA music files directly from a USB device.
- Insert your USB device into the USB Direct port.
- Sarudza iyo USB source.
- Iyo unit ichaona otomatiki uye yotanga kutamba inowirirana odhiyo files.
- Shandisa iyo Tamba/Misa, Mira,uye Darika / Tsvaga mabhatani ekudzora kutamba.
6.7. AUX Input
Connect external audio devices like smartphones or MP3 players.
- Connect one end of a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) to the AUX-in jack on the soundmachine.
- Connect the other end to the headphone or audio output jack of your external device.
- Sarudza iyo AUX source.
- Start playback on your external device. Control volume via the soundmachine.
6.8. Kurara Nguva
Set the sleep timer to automatically turn off the unit after a specified period.
- While the unit is playing, press the Rara button (if available on remote/unit).
- Dzokorora dzvanya iyo Rara button to cycle through the available sleep timer durations (e.g., 15, 30, 60, 90 minutes).
- The unit will automatically power off after the selected time.
6.9. Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB)
Activate DBB for enhanced bass performance.
- Press the DBB button to toggle the Dynamic Bass Boost feature on or off.
6.10. Kushandisa Headphone
The unit includes a headphone jack for private listening.
- Connect 3.5mm headphones to the headphone jack.
- The speakers will automatically mute when headphones are connected.
7. Kuchengeta
7.1. Kuchenesa Chikwata
- Wipe the exterior of the unit with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.
- Usashandise abrasive cleaners, wax, kana zvinonyungudutsa sezvo zvinogona kukanganisa kupera.
- Kune lenzi yeCD, shandisa dhisiki rekuchenesa relenzi yeCD rakagadzirwa nehunyanzvi.
7.2. Battery Care
- Remove batteries if the unit is not used for an extended period (e.g., one month or more) to prevent battery leakage and corrosion.
- Rasa mabhatiri akashandiswa zvine ungwaru maererano nemitemo yenzvimbo.
8. Kugadzirisa matambudziko
If you encounter problems with your Philips AZ787, consult the following table for common issues and solutions.
| Dambudziko | Zvinogona Kukonzera | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Hapana simba | Waya yemagetsi haina kubatana; Mabhatiri apera kana kuti akaiswa zvisiri izvo. | Check power cable connection; Replace batteries or ensure correct polarity. |
| Hapana ruzha | Vhoriyamu yakaderera zvakanyanya; Kwakabva zvisiri izvo kwakasarudzwa; Mahedhifoni akabatana. | Wedzera vhoriyamu; Sarudza kwainobva inzwi; Bvisa mahedhifoni. |
| CD haisi kutamba | CD inserted incorrectly; Disc is dirty or scratched; CD compartment not closed. | Insert CD with label side up; Clean or replace disc; Close compartment securely. |
| Kugamuchirwa kweredhiyo kusina kunaka | Antena haina kutambanudza kana kuiswa zvakanaka; Chiratidzo chisina kusimba. | Extend and adjust the FM antenna; Try moving the unit to a different location. |
| USB mudziyo hauzivikanwe | Hazvienderani file format; USB device not properly inserted. | Iva nechokwadi files are MP3/WMA; Reinsert USB device. |
9. Zvinotsanangurwa
Technical specifications for the Philips AZ787 CD Soundmachine:
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Philips |
| Model | AZ787 |
| Kubatana Technology | USB |
| Color | Nhema |
| Zviyero (L x W x H) | 27 x 43.5 x 17 cm |
| Simba Source | Battery Powered (AC adapter also included) |
| Inowirirana Devices | MP3 Player, Personal Computer, Tablet, Smartphone (via AUX/USB) |
| Item Weight | 3000 magiramu |
| Wattage | 12 watts |
| Mutauri Rudzi | Stereo |
| Huwandu hweVatauri | 2 |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Inotsigirwa Audio Formats | CD, MP3, WMA |
10. Warranty uye Tsigiro
10.1. Ruzivo rweWaranti
Ichi chigadzirwa chinouya ne 2-year mugadziri waranti. Ndapota chengetedza humbowo hwako hwekutenga kwezvichemo zvewaranti. Iyo waranti inovhara kukanganisa mune zvigadzirwa uye magadzirirwo pasi pekushandiswa kwakajairwa.
10.2. Mutengi Tsigiro
For further assistance, technical support, or warranty inquiries, please refer to the contact information provided in your Quick Start Guide or visit the official Philips support website. You can often find FAQs and additional resources online.





