Brand: PHILIPS
Category: Audio
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for CEM250
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:39 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2009-01-01
Warranty Information
Warranty is subject to product information and may be voided by unauthorized modifications.
- Radio: Tune to a radio station, store stations in memory, use RDS features.
- Audio Playback: Play CDs, MP3/WMA from USB/SD/SDHC/MMC devices. Control playback with various modes like Intro, Shuffle, Repeat.
- Bluetooth: Pair devices, make/receive calls, use voice dialing, play audio from paired devices.
- Sound Adjustment: Adjust volume, mute, use Dynamic Bass Boost (DBB), select preset equalizers, and other sound settings.
- System Settings: Set PIN code, manage Bluetooth connection, adjust screen settings, change backlight color, and more.
- Installation: Instructions for installing the car audio system, connecting wires, and attaching the front panel.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Solution |
|---|---|
| No power or no sound | Turn car engine on. Check connections. Replace fuse. Adjust volume. Press RESET. Ensure compatible format. |
| Noise in broadcasts | Select stations with stronger signals. Check car antenna connection. Change broadcast from Stereo to mono. |
| Cannot play disc | Ensure disc label is inserted correctly, wipe disc. Try another disc. Ensure disc is finalised and not copy-protected. |
| The CD skips tracks | Ensure CD is not damaged/dirty. Deactivate random mode. |
| Disc cannot be ejected | Press and hold ▲. |
| Preset stations lost | Battery cable not correctly connected. Connect to always-live terminal. |
| Display shows ERR-1 | Disc, USB or SD device cannot be read in two minutes. |
| Display shows ERR-3 | USB/SD/MMC data error. Disc is upside down. |
| Display shows ERR-5 | Communication error or component is damaged. |