Brand: PHILIPS
Category: Audio
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for AZ 1560
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:10 p.m.
Warranty Information
See page 2 for U.K. specific warranty and copyright information.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
SWITCHING ON AND OFF
Adjust the POWER slider to the desired sound source: CD, TUNER or TAPE. The set is switched off when the POWER slider is in the TAPE/OFF position and the keys on the tape deck are released. The volume, sound settings and tuner presets will be retained in the set's memory.
ADJUSTING VOLUME AND SOUND
1. Turn the VOLUME/SOUND CONTROL CENTER control clockwise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease volume on the set. Display shows the volume level indication, VOL and a number from 0-32.
2. To adjust the bass, mid and high frequency levels, press DIGITAL EQUALIZER once or more until the desired option is displayed. While the option is shown, turn the VOLUME/SOUND CONTROL CENTER control to increase or decrease the desired tone.
3. Press DIGITAL DBB to switch dynamic bass boost on or off. If on, the DIGITAL DBB light goes on.
4. Press INCREDIBLE SURROUND to switch the surround sound effect on or off. If on, the INCREDIBLE SURROUND light goes on.
TUNING TO RADIO STATIONS
1. Select TUNER source. ⌠ is displayed briefly and then the radio station frequency is shown.
2. Press BAND once or more to select your waveband.
3. Press SEARCH ◄◄ or ►►ı and release when the frequency in the display starts running. The TUNER automatically tunes to a station of sufficient reception. Display shows Srch during automatic tuning.
4. Repeat step 3 if necessary until you find the desired station.
• To tune to a weak station, press SEARCH ◄◄ or ►►ı briefly and repeatedly until you have found optimal reception.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | REMEDY |
|---|---|---|
| No sound/power | VOLUME not adjusted | Adjust the VOLUME |
| Headphones connected | Disconnect headphones | |
| Mains lead not securely connected | Connect AC mains lead properly | |
| Severe radio hum or noise | Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or computer | Increase the distance |
| Poor radio reception | Weak radio signal | FM: Direct the FM telescopic aerial for optimum reception |
| F D150 indication |
CD badly scratched or dirty | Replace/ clean CD, see Maintenance |
| Laser lens steamed up | Wait until lens has cleared | |
| The CD skips tracks | CD damaged or dirty | Replace or clean CD |
| SHUFFLE or PROGRAM is active | Switch off SHUFFLE / PROGRAM | |
| Poor cassette sound quality | Dust and dirt on the heads, etc. | Clean deck parts, see Maintenance |
| Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL or CHROME) | Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording | |
| Recording does not work | Cassette tab(s) may be broken | Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing tab space. |
| F D150 indication |
CD-R(W) is blank or the disc is not finalised | Use a finalised CD-R(W) |