Product comparison · 2 home audio systems

Philips FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System vs Philips MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System

61specifications compared
25differ
36identical
27known for one product only

Key differences

Type
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:Home audio mini system
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:Home audio micro system
Disc loading type
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:Carousel disc loader
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:Front
RMS rated power
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:600 W
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:60 W
Speaker type
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:3-way
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:2-way
Number of speakers
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:3
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:2
Impedance
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:3 Ω
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:6 Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:60 dB
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:65 dB
Peak Music Power Output (PMPO)
- FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System:7800 W
- MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System:1200 W

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Comparison of FWM583, MCM279/55
88 specifications	A Philips FWM583 MP3 Mini Hi-Fi System Model FWM583 View product	B Philips MCM279 USB Micro Hi-Fi System Model MCM279/55 View product
Design2 differ
TypeDiffers	Home audio mini system	Home audio micro system
Number of optical discsKnown for one	3 discs	Unknown — not stated by the source
Disc loading typeDiffers	Carousel disc loader	Front
Motorized disc loaderKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Multimedia7 differ
RMS rated powerDiffers	600 W	60 W
Speaker typeDiffers	3-way	2-way
Number of speakersDiffers	3	2
ImpedanceDiffers	3 Ω	6 Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)Differs	60 dB	65 dB
Peak Music Power Output (PMPO)Differs	7800 W	1200 W
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)Known for one	0.003%	Unknown — not stated by the source
Frequency rangeDiffers	50 - 15000 Hz	100 - 18000 Hz
Subwoofer includedKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Subwoofer typeKnown for one	Passive subwoofer	Unknown — not stated by the source
Subwoofer driver diameter (imperial)Known for one	20.3 cm (8")	Unknown — not stated by the source
Audio amplifierKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
KaraokeKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Radio1 differ
Tuner enhancementsDiffers	Auto store, Easy set (plug & play	Auto store
Display1 differ
Display typeDiffers	FTD	LCD
Backlight colourKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Blue
ID3 Tag displayKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Ports & interfacesidentical
Microphone inKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Performanceidentical
Recording onKnown for one	USB	Unknown — not stated by the source
Ergonomics1 differ
Alarm functionKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Programmable tracksDiffers	40	20
Poweridentical
Power consumption (standby)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2 W
Weight & dimensions10 differ
WidthDiffers	265 mm	211 mm
DepthDiffers	395 mm	160 mm
HeightDiffers	310 mm	250 mm
Package widthDiffers	1210 mm	378 mm
Package depthDiffers	529 mm	310 mm
Package heightDiffers	420 mm	330 mm
Package weightDiffers	30.2 kg	5.8 kg
Main speaker depthDiffers	26.3 cm	18.5 cm
Main speaker heightDiffers	45.5 cm	25 cm
Main speaker widthDiffers	23.5 cm	15.8 cm
Packaging content1 differ
AM antennaKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Accessories includedDiffers	Remote control: 36-key with 2xAAA batteries, User Manual: Spanish, B-Portuguese, Quick start guide: Spanish, B-Portuguese, Guarantee booklet: Global version, Included accessories: FM/MW Antenna, Batteries for remote control, Flat pin adaptor	Included accessories: AC Power Cord, FM/MW Antenna, Stand, World Wide Warranty leaflet, Remote control: 40-key with Lithium batteries, AC/DC Adaptor: Switching power supply, Quick start guide: Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, User Manual: Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese
AC adapter includedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Warranty cardKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Other features2 differ
ColorationKnown for one	Monochromatic	Unknown — not stated by the source
Subwoofer depthKnown for one	36.3 cm	Unknown — not stated by the source
Subwoofer heightKnown for one	45.5 cm	Unknown — not stated by the source
Subwoofer widthKnown for one	30.3 cm	Unknown — not stated by the source
Guarantee bookletKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
USB direct modesDiffers	Delete, Fast Backward, Fast forward, Play/Pause, Previous/Next, Repeat, Shuffle, Stop	Fast forward, Fast Backward, Play/Pause, Previous/Next, Program Play, Repeat, Shuffle, Stop
USB recording modesDiffers	Instant record, Programmed tracks, Schedule radio program, Single disc, Single track	Instant record, Programmed tracks, Single disc, Single track
Main speakerKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2 way, Bass Reflex Speaker System, 2" tweeter, 4" woofer
Power cord includedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Sound enhancement technologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Digital Sound Control 4 modes, Dynamic Bass Boost
Set widthKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	21.1 cm
Technical detailsidentical
StandKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes

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