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Helpful Hints
You only need to make one video connection to your TV in order to view
the DVD playback.
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y
S-VIDEO
IN
If your TV has S-Video or Component (Pr Pb Y)
video jacks, use one of these video connections instead
Rear of TV
(example only)
for higher picture quality.
Pb/Cb
R Y
P-SCAN Do not switch the P-SCAN to ‘ON’ position, unless you have
ON OFF
connected the DVD system to a Progressive Scan TV using the
Component (Pr Pb Y) video jacks.
When listening to TV programs, press TV/AV button on the remote to
set the DVD system to TV/AV mode in order for the sound to be heard.
AM Antenna
FM Antenna
Front Speaker and Front Speaker and
Subwoofer Stand Subwoofer Stand
(Right) (Left)
SUB-WOOFER
~ AC MAINS
SPEAKER SYSTEMS (8Ω)
L L
SURROUND CENTER FRONT
AM
R R
FM ANTENNA
C AUDIO VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL AUX TV LINE
SL OUT IN IN OUT CVBS
L
SR
P-SCAN
R ON OFF
DIGITAL S-VIDEO
IN
Center Speaker
.0
(1247"
mm
) PU
SH
IN
PUSH
Connecting
DOWN
a b c
Speaker Cable
continue...
SUPER VIDEO
AV IN
OPEN•CLOSE DVD VIDEO DIGITAL SURROUND SYSTEM
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5
DISC 1 TREBLE
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DVD
HT
DISC 4 SEARCH SURROUND
DISC 5
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STANDBY-ON iR SENSOR
1 2 3
4 5 6
Playing a disc
7 8 9
SURR.
VOL
0 SOUND 1 Press DISC/MEDIA on the remote control.
You can also adjust the SOURCE button on the front panel until “DISC X” appears on the display panel.
SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
OK VIDEO.
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
Or, you may go to channel 1 on your TV, then press the Channel down button repeatedly until you see the
DISC SKIP REPEAT REPEAT PROGRAM
Video In channel.
VOICE MUTE
A-B
Or, your TV remote control may have a button or switch that chooses different video modes.
Do not use channel 3 or 4 on the TV unless you are using an RF modulator.
DIM SLEEP SUB TV VOL
3 Press OPEN•CLOSE 0 on the front of the DVD system and load a disc, then
press the corresponding OPEN•CLOSE 0 again to close the disc tray.
Make sure the disc label is facing up. For double-sided discs, load the side you want to play face up.
Region Codes
DVDs must be labeled for ALL regions or for ALL 1
Region 1 in order to play on this DVD system.
Helpful Hints
You should find the below accessories in the packaging box. If not, call Philips at 1-800-531-0039.
If a DVD does not play (Not all the cables supplied are required to complete the basic hook-up.)
properly, please contact Philips
at 1-800-531-0039 for
Surround/Center Component video AA size Mini speaker stands
assistance. Due to the speaker cable cables (red, blue, green) batteries and screws
inconsistency of disc formats
provided by various disc
(3x)
manufacturers, your DVD
FM wire antenna (4x) (8x)
system may require a Front speaker and Brackets and screws
playability enhancement or subwoofer cables
upgrade. As DVD technology
advances, these enhancements (2x) Audio cables (4x)
will become common and will (white, red)
be easy to complete. Composite video cable AM loop AC power cable
(yellow) antenna
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Canada CAUTION
English: Use of controls or adjustments or
This digital apparatus does not exceed performance of procedures other
the Class B limits for radio noise than herein may result in hazardous
emissions from digital apparatus as set radiation exposure or other unsafe
out in the Radio Interference operation.
Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Français: ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas L'utilisation des commandes ou
de bruits radioélectriques dépassant réglages ou le non-respect des
les limites applicables aux appareils procédures ci-incluses peuvent se
numériques de Class B prescrites dans traduire par une exposition
le Règlement sur le Brouillage dangereuse à l'irradiation.
Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère
des Communications du Canada.
ATENCIÓN
This warning label is located on the rearside El uso de mando o ajustes o la
and inside this laser product. ejecucción de métodos que no sean
: INVISIBLE
los aquí descritos puede ocasionar
CAUTION LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. peligro de exposición a radiación.
DANGER:INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET
VARO! ALTTIINANAKYMATTOMAALLE LASERSATEILYLLE. ALA
KATSO SATEESEEN.
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or
DANGER - Invisible laser radiation when open.
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
2
1 2 3 456 7 8 90! @ # $ % ^ &*
DISC 1 TREBLE
DISC 2 PLAY• PAUSE STOP SEATING SOURCE VOLUME
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¡ OK
STOP PLAY/PAUSE !
™ DISC SKIP REPEAT REPEAT PROGRAM
0
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£ VOICE MUTE º
≤ DIM SLEEP SUB TV VOL ª
∞
§
≥ •
3 3
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ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to.
• Once your Philips purchase is registered, • So complete and return the Warranty
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WARNING: TO PREVENT
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This “bolt of lightning” indi-
cates uninsulated material FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
within your unit may cause NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
an electrical shock. For the safety of RAIN OR MOISTURE.
everyone in your household, please do
not remove product covering.
CAUTION: To prevent electric
shock, match wide blade of plug to
s
The “exclamation point” calls
attention to features for wide slot, and fully insert.
which you should read the
enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions. 12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
2. Keep these instructions. by the manufacturer or sold with
3. Heed all warnings. the apparatus.When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
4. Follow all instructions. the cart/apparatus combination
5. Do not use this apparatus near to avoid injury from tip-over.
water.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
6. Clean only with dry cloth. storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
7. Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance with 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
the manufacturer´s instructions. personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or plug is
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
produce heat.
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
9. Do not defeat the not operate normally, or has been dropped.
safety purpose of the
polarized or
15.Battery usage CAUTION – To
AC Polarized
Plug prevent battery leakage which may result in
grounding-type plug.
bodily injury, property damage, or damage
A polarized plug has two blades with one
to the unit:
wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. ● Install all batteries correctly, + and - as
The wide blade or the third prong are marked on the unit.
provided for your safety. If the provided plug
● Do not mix batteries (old and new or
does not fit into your outlet, consult an
carbon and alkaline, etc.).
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet. ● Remove batteries when the unit is not used
for a long time.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
EL 6475-E004: 02/8
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
WARNING!
11.Only use attachments/accessories To reduce the risk of fire or electric
specified by the manufacturer. shock, this apparatus should not be
exposed to rain or moisture, and objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should
not be placed on this apparatus.
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Index
English
English ------------------------------------------------ 6
Français
Français -------------------------------------------- 52
E s p añ o l
Español --------------------------------------------- 96
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Contents
General Information Disc Operations
English
8
Contents
Tuner Operations
English
Tuning to radio stations ............................................... 37
Presetting radio stations .............................................. 37
Using the Plug and Play ........................................ 37
Automatic presetting ............................................. 38
Manual presetting ..................................................... 38
Selecting a preset radio station ............................... 38
Deleting a preset radio station ........................ 38
Timer Operations
Setting the timer .............................................................. 39
Activating/Deactivating the timer ................... 39
Setting the Sleep timer ................................................ 40
Other Functions
Switching on/off ............................................................... 42
Switching to active mode .................................... 42
Switching to Eco Power standby mode ...... 42
Switching to standby mode (view clock) ... 42
Dimming system’s display screen ........................... 42
Recording to an external device ............................ 42
Using the remote to operate your television ... 42
Specifications .......................................................... 43
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General Information
Supplied accessories Care and safety information
English
10 cm
(4 inches)
PHILIPS 10 cm
DVD Home Cinema System (4 inches)
AM loop antenna
Care of disc
– To clean a CD, wipe it in a
straight line from the center
towards the edge using a soft,
DISC/
TV/AV MEDIA TUNER AUX/DI
1 2 3
4
7
5
8
6
9
lint-free cloth. Do not use
Remote Control and
SURR.
SYSTEM MENU
VOL
0 SOUND
DISC MENU
cleaning agents, as they may
two AA batteries SEATING ZOOM
damage the disc!
PREV
STOP
OK
NEXT
PLAY/PAUSE
– Write only on the printed side of a CDR(W)
DISC SKIP REPEAT
VOICE MUTE
REPEAT PROGRAM
A-B and only with a soft felt-tipped pen.
DIM SLEEP SUB TV VOL
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Connections
Step 1: Set up the surround Step 2: Set up the front
English
speakers speakers with the
subwoofer stands
screws
front
speaker
mini speaker
stand
2
subwoofer
stand
1 OR 2
1 Before connecting the speakers to the DVD The connections between front speakers and
system, firmly attach the mini speaker stands to DVD system are through the twin subwoofer
the surround speakers using the supplied screws. stands.
OR
1 Attach the left front speaker to the left
2 Alternatively, you can choose to mount the subwoofer stand and right front speaker to the
speakers on the wall. Attach the supplied right subwoofer stand.
bracket firmly to the rear of speakers using the
supplied screws. Then mount a screw (not 2 To disconnect speaker from the subwoofer
supplied) on the wall where the speaker is to be stand, press the button at the rear of subwoofer
hung and hook the speaker securely onto the stand while pulling up the speaker.
mounted screw.
Note:
– The front speakers are labeled as FRONT L
CAUTION! (left) or FRONT R (right).
You should get a qualified person to
attach the brackets to the wall. DO NOT
do it by yourself to avoid unexpected
damage to the equipment or injury to
personnel.
Note:
– The surround speakers are labeled as REAR L
(left) or REAR R (right).
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Connections
Step 3: Connecting speakers
English
SUB-WOOFER
~ AC MAINS
SPEAKER SYSTEMS (8Ω)
L L
SURROUND CENTER FRONT
AM
R R
FM ANTENNA
C AUDIO VIDEO
OUT Pr
DIGITAL AUX TV LINE
SL OUT IN IN OUT CVBS
L
SR Pb
P-SCAN
R Y ON OFF
DIGITAL S-VIDEO
IN
Center
speaker
Surround Surround
speaker speaker
(right) (left)
Speakers / Subwoofer - +
Front Left (FL) (L) black white
Front Right (FR) (R) black red
Center (C) black green
Surround Left (SL) black blue
Surround Right (SR) black gray
Subwoofer (L) black purple
Subwoofer (R) black purple
Notes:
– Ensure that the speaker cables are correctly
connected. Improper connections may damage the
system due to short-circuit.
– Do not connect more than one speaker to any
one pair of +/- speaker jacks.
– Do not connect speakers with an impedance
lower than the speakers supplied. Please refer to
the SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual.
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Connections
Step 4: Placing the speakers Step 5: Connecting FM/AM
English
and subwoofer stands antennas
SUB-WOOFER
SPEAKER SYSTEMS (8Ω)
L
R
FM ANTENNA
C AUDIO VIDEO
OUT Pr
DIGITAL AUX TV LINE
SL OUT IN IN OUT CVBS
L
SR Pb
R Y
3 3 DIGITAL
IN
S-VIDEO
Surround Surround
Speaker (Left) Speaker (Right)
For best possible surround sound, all the 1 Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the
speakers should be placed at the same distance AM jack. Place the AM loop antenna on a shelf
from the listening position. or attach it to a stand or wall.
1 Place the left and right front speakers with 2 Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM
subwoofer stands at equal distances from the TV jack. Extend the FM antenna and fix its ends to
and at an angle of approximately 45 degrees the wall.
from the listening position.
For better FM stereo reception, connect an
2 Place the center speaker above the TV or the external FM antenna (not supplied).
DVD system so that the center channel’s sound
is localized.
3 Place the surround speakers at normal listening
ear level facing each other or mounted on the
wall.
Notes: AM
FM ANTENNA
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Connections
Step 6: Connecting TV
English
COMPONENT COMPONENT
VIDEO IN VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
IN IN
AUDIO Pr/Cr AUDIO Pr/Cr
OUT OUT
Pb/Cb Pb/Cb
VIDEO IN VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN Y S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN Y
IN
AUDIO Pr/Cr IN
AUDIO Pr/Cr
OUT
OUT
Pb/Cb
Pb/Cb
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
Y
Y
SUB-WOOFER
SUB-WOOFER
L L
1
SURROUND CENTER FRONT
R R
FM ANTENNA FM ANTENNA
C AUDIO VIDEO
1 C AUDIO VIDEO
OUT OUT
DIGITAL AUX TV LINE DIGITAL AUX TV LINE Pr
SL OUT IN IN OUT CVBS SL OUT IN IN OUT CVBS
L L
SR Pb SR Pb
P-SCAN P-SCAN
R ON OFF R ON OFF
Y Y
DIGITAL S-VIDEO DIGITAL S-VIDEO
IN IN
2 3 2 3
IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT!
– You only need to make one video – If both S-Video and Component
connection from the following options, (Pr Pb Y) Video connections are used to
depending on the capabilities of your TV connect to your TV, the video signal will
system. automatically switch to S-Video when
– S-Video or Component Video you power up the DVD system. To set
connection provides higher picture the VIDEO OUT(put) to ‘Pr Pb Y,’ see
quality. These options must be available page 32.
on your TV. – The progressive scan video quality is
– Connect the DVD system directly to only possible through Component Video
the TV. (Pr Pb Y) output.
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Connections
English
RF coaxial cable to TV
2
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
OUT
IN
Pr/Cr Back of RF Modulator
Pb/Cb
(example only)
VIDEO IN
INT IN TO TV VIDEO AUDIO IN
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN Y IN R L
IN
AUDIO Pr/Cr
OUT
Pb/Cb
VIDEO IN
CH3 CH4
1
Antenna or
Cable TV signal
SUB-WOOFER
L
SURROUND CENTER FRONT
AM
SUB-WOOFER
SPEAKER SYSTEMS (8Ω)
L
P-SCAN P-SCAN
R ON OFF R ON OFF
Y Y
2 3 1 3
IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT!
– If the picture is distorted, check the – If your TV only has a single Antenna In
Video Output setting. Make sure it is set jack (or labeled as 75 ohm or RF In,)
to ‘S-Video,’ see page 32. you will need an RF modulator in order
to view the DVD playback on the TV.
See your electronics retailer or contact
Using S-Video jack Philips for details on RF modulator
1 Use the S-video cable (not supplied) to connect availability and operations.
the DVD system’s S-VIDEO OUT jack to the
S-Video input jack (or labeled as Y/C or S-VHS) Using an accessory RF modulator
on the TV.
1 Use the composite video cable (yellow) to
2 To hear the TV channels through this DVD connect the DVD system’s CVBS jack to the
system, use the audio cables (white/red) to video input jack on the RF modulator.
connect TV IN (L/R) jacks to the
corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV. 2 Use the RF coaxial cable (not supplied) to
connect the RF modulator to your TV’s RF jack.
3 Set the P-SCAN switch to ‘OFF.’
3 Set the P-SCAN switch to ‘OFF.’
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Connections
Step 7: Connecting the power
English
cord
~ AC MAINS
AM
FM ANTENNA
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT Pr
DIGITAL AUX TV LINE
OUT IN IN OUT CVBS
L
Pb
P-SCAN
R ON OFF
Y
DIGITAL S-VIDEO
IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
IN
AUDIO Pr/Cr
OUT
~ AC MAINS
Pb/Cb
VIDEO IN
power outlet
PLAY• PAUSE
AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY
TREBLE
PLAY• PAUSE STOP SEATING SOURCE VOLUME
CENTRE
D ISC RIG
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DVD
HT
SEARCH SURROUND
R-
R-
L SU
SU B
BASS
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Connections (optional)
Connecting a VCR or Connecting digital audio
English
Cable/Satellite Box equipment
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
IN
AUDIO Pr/Cr
OUT
SUB-WOOFER
SPEAKER SYSTEMS (8Ω)
Pb/Cb L
C AUDIO
1 SL
2 DIGITAL
OUT
AUX
IN
TV
IN
L
SR
ANT IN
VCR or R
Cable/Satellite 1
DIGITAL
IN
TO TV
Box
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL OUT
SUB-WOOFER
SPEAKER SYSTEMS (8Ω)
L
SURROUND CENTER FRONT
AM
C
FM ANTENNA
3
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT Pr
DIGITAL AUX TV LINE
SL OUT IN IN OUT CVBS
L
SR Pb
R
Y
P-SCAN
ON OFF
(for example)
DIGITAL
IN
S-VIDEO CD Recorder
2 4
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Functional Overview (illustrations on page 3)
Main unit and remote control S SEARCH T (PREV/NEXT)
English
* = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds.
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Functional Overview
Control buttons available on the ¤ DISC MENU
English
remote only – Enters or exits disc contents menu.
(see page 25)
( SYSTEM MENU (DVD mode only) – For VCD version 2.0 only;
– Enters or exits system setup menu. In stop mode, turns on/off playback control
(see pages 30, 31) (PBC) mode.
During playback, returns to main menu.
) Joystick 1 2 3 4
– Selects movement direction in the menu. ‹ SOUND
– Use 1 2 to select a preset radio station. – Selects a sound effect. (see page 41)
(see page 38)
› Numeric Keypad (0-9)
¡ OK – Enters a track/title number of the disc.
– Confirms a selection. – Enters a number of a preset radio station.
™ DISC SKIP fi B
– Selects next disc tray for playback. – Switches to Eco Power standby mode.
(see page 25) (see page 42)
– *Switches to standby mode. (see page 42)
£ REPEAT
– Selects various repeat modes. (see page 26)
≤ VOICE (only available in Multi-channel
mode)
– Turns on/off clear voice sound effect.
(see page 41)
∞ MUTE
– Mutes or restores the volume. (see page 41)
§ DIM
– Turns on/off the dim mode. (see page 42)
≥ SLEEP
– Sets the sleep timer function. (see page 40)
• SUB +-
– Adjusts subwoofer’s sound level. (see page 41)
ª TV VOL +-
– Adjusts TV volume (Philips TV only.)
(see page 42)
º REPEAT A-B
– Repeats a specific section on a disc. (see page
26)
⁄ ZOOM
– Enlarges a picture on the TV screen.
* = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds.
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Getting Started
Step 1: Inserting batteries into Step 2: Setting the clock
English
5 13:38
CLOCK•TIMER
Using the remote control to operate 6 13:38
the system
1 Aim the remote control directly OPEN•CLOSE
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
1 Press STANDBY ON to switch on the DVD
DISC 1
DISC 3
DISC 4
system.
front panel. DISC 5
VOL
➜ The changes in minutes will roll over to the
SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
hours.
5
SEATING ZOOM
PREV
OK
NEXT Press PROG to change between 12-hour and
24-hour clock mode.
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
Notes:
– If the DVD system is disconnected from the
power supply, it will erase the clock setting.
– If you do not press any buttons within 90
seconds, the system will exit clock setting mode.
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Getting Started
Step 3: Setting the TV Selecting the color system that
English
corresponds to your TV
IMPORTANT! This DVD system is compatible with both
Make sure you have completed all the NTSC and PAL. In order for a DVD to play on
necessary connections. (See pages 14-15
this DVD system, the color system of the DVD,
“Connecting TV”.)
the TV and the DVD system should match.
1 Adjust SOURCE control until “DISC X”
appears on the display panel (or press SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
OK
NEXT
➠
background screen on the TV. STOP PLAY/PAUSE
TV/AV
DISC/
MEDIA TUNER AUX/DI
Auto – Select this if the connected TV is
1, 2 compatible with both NTSC and PAL (multi-
1 2 3 system.) The output format will be in
accordance with the video signal of the disc.
4 5 6
NTSC – Select this if the connected TV is
1 Press DISC/MEDIA on the remote to enter NTSC system. It will change the video signal of a
disc mode. PAL disc (VCD only) and output to NTSC
➜ Make sure no MP3 or picture (Kodak, JPEG) format.
disc is in disc tray 1.
➜ Wait until the system finishes reading the PAL – Select this if the connected TV is PAL
discs before proceeding to next step. system. It will change the video signal of an
If playback begins, press Ç to stop playback. NTSC disc and output to PAL format.
2 Press and hold DISC/MEDIA on the remote 4 Select an item and press OK.
until “PAL” or “NTSC” appears on the display
panel. To remove the menu
➜ To change the setting, repeat step 2. Press SYSTEM MENU.
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Getting Started
Step 4: Selecting speaker Changing seating control position
English
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
1 SURR. 0 SOUND
VOL
22
Getting Started
Setting the speakers’ channels Step 5: Setting language
English
You can adjust the delay times (center and preference
surround only) and volume level for individual You can select your preferred language settings so
speakers. These adjustments let you optimize that this DVD system will automatically switch to
the sound according to your surroundings and the language for you whenever you load a disc. If
setup. Speaker settings are only active on Multi- the language selected is not available on the disc,
channel audio outputs. the disc’s default setting language will be used
instead. The exception is DVD system’s menu
language, it will remain once selected.
Digital Output
Night mode
Analog Output SETUP MENU
Speakers
➠
Personal setting ...
Speaker Layout
PCM Output
Set Speaker Settings
Front L & R
Parental Control
Center
Surr L & R Password
A B C
Audio Language English
6 Use 3 4 to adjust the settings for each 5 Use the joystick (1 2 3 4) on the remote to
navigate in the menu.
speaker that suit your surround sound needs,
which may includes : Move to and press 2.
A Turning on or off the sound output. Move to one of the following and press 2.
B Delay time settings - use the longer delay
– ‘Audio Language’ (disc’s soundtrack)
settings when the surround speakers are
– ‘Subtitle’ (disc’s subtitles)
closer to the listener than the front speakers.
– ‘Disc Menu’ (disc’s menu)
C Adjusting the volume levels for one or both
speakers until the sound evens. 6 Select a language and press OK.
7 Press OK to confirm. 7 Repeat steps 5~6 for other settings.
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Disc Operations
IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT!
English
– DVD discs and players are designed If the inhibit icon (or X) appears on
with regional restrictions. Before playing the TV screen when a button is
a disc, make sure the disc is for the same pressed, it means the function is not
zone as your player. available on the current disc or at
– Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, the current time.
some operations may be different or
restricted.
Playing discs
– Do not push on the disc tray or put
any objects other than discs on the disc 1 Adjust SOURCE control until “DISC X”
tray. Doing so may cause the disc player appears on the display panel (or press
to malfunction. DISC/MEDIA on the remote.)
2 Turn on the TV power and set to the correct
Playable discs Video In channel. (See page 21 “Setting the
Your DVD home cinema system will TV”.)
play: ➜ You should see the blue Philips DVD
– Digital Video Discs (DVDs) background screen on the TV.
– Video CDs (VCDs)
3 Press one of the OPEN•CLOSE 0 button to
– Super Video CDs (SVCDs)
open the disc tray and load a disc, then press
– Digital Video Discs + Rewritable(DVD+RW)
the same button again to close the disc tray.
– Compact Discs (CDs)
➜ Make sure the disc label is facing up. For
– MP3 discs, picture (Kodak, JPEG) files on
double-sided discs, load the side you want to
CD-R(W).
play face up.
– JPEG/ISO 9660 format.
– Maximum 30 characters display. 4 Repeat step 3 for loading a disc onto another
– Supported sampling frequencies : 32 kHz, disc tray.
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
– Supported Bit-rates : 32~256 (kbps), 5 Playback will start automatically from the last
variable bit rates loaded disc.
➜ All the available discs will play once, then
stop.
➜ If a disc menu shows on the TV, see next
SUPER VIDEO page on “Using the Disc Menu.”
➜ If the disc is locked by parental control, you
must enter your four-digit password (see page
35-36.)
● To obtain the best surround effects, see page 22
Region Codes “Changing seating control position.”
DVDs must be labeled for ALL regions ALL
or for Region 1 in order to play on Note:
this DVD system. You cannot play discs – Only one tray can be opened at a time. If you
that are labeled for other regions. 1 intend to open the second tray before closing the
first tray, the first tray will automatically close
Note: before the second tray opens.
– If you are having trouble playing a certain disc,
remove the disc and try a different one.
Improperly formatted discs will not play on this
DVD system.
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Disc Operations
Turning on/off auto Eco standby mode Basic playback controls
English
It is a power-saving feature, the system will Pausing playback
automatically switch to Eco standby mode if you ● Press ÉÅ.
do not press any buttons within 30 minutes ➜ To resume normal playback, press ÉÅ
after a disc has stopped playing. again.
buttons on DVD system’s
front panel display panel Selecting another track/chapter
● Press S / T or use the numeric
1 STANDBY-ON
13:38 keypad (0-9) to key in a track/chapter number.
2
STOP
AUTO ECO ON Searching backward/forward
● Press and hold S / T, then press ÉÅ to
resume normal playback.
1 Press and hold STANDBY ON to switch the ➜ While searching, pressing and holding
system to standby mode. S / T again will increase the search speed.
➜ The clock appears.
2 Press and hold Ç until “AUTO ECO ON” Selecting next disc
appears. ● Press DISC SKIP.
➜ To turn off the setting, repeat step 2 until ➜ The selected disc will play once, then stop.
“AUTO ECO OFF” appears.
Stopping playback
● Press Ç.
Using the Disc Menu
Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on Resuming playback from the last
the TV screen once you load in the disc. stopped point (DVD/VCD)
To select a playback feature or item ● In stop mode and when the disc has not been
● Use the joystick (1 2 3 4) or numeric ejected, press ÉÅ.
keypad (0-9) on the remote, then press ÉÅ
or OK to start playback. To cancel the resume mode
● In stop mode, press Ç again.
To access or remove the menu
Notes:
● Press DISC MENU on the remote.
– Opening the current disc tray or selecting
another disc tray will cancel the resume feature.
For VCD with Playback Control (PBC)
– Resume option may not be available on some
feature (version 2.0 only)
discs.
● In stop mode, press DISC MENU to toggle
between ‘PBC ON’ and ‘PBC OFF’, then the
playback will start automatically. Replacing discs without interrupting
➜ If you select ‘PBC ON’, the disc menu (if playback
available) will appear on the TV. Use the Joystick ● Press OPEN•CLOSE 0 buttons of the
(1 2 34) to highlight your selection and press inactive disc trays.
OK to confirm or use the numeric keypad (0-9) For example, if currently disc tray 1 is playing,
to select a play option. you can replace the discs on disc trays 2~5.
● During playback, pressing DISC MENU will
return to the menu screen (if PBC is on).
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Disc Operations
Selecting various repeat Program favorite tracks (audio
English
VOL
0 SOUND
active.)
SEATING ZOOM
programmed tracks. 2, 9 8
DISC SKIP REPEAT REPEAT PROGRAM
Notes:
1 Press DISC SKIP repeatedly to select a disc
tray containing audio CD or VCD.
– Repeat play might not work correctly with some
DVDs. ➜ Wait until the system finishes reading the
– For VCD, if the PBC mode is switched on, repeat discs before proceeding to next step.
play is not possible. 2 When the playback begins, press Ç to stop
playback.
Repeating a section within a chapter/ 3 Press PROGRAM to enter program mode.
track ➜ "PROGRAM FULL" will appear if you have
already programmed 99 tracks.
1 While playing a disc, press REPEAT A-B at the
starting point.
2 Press REPEAT A-B again at the point to end PROG XX
the section.
➜ The section A and B can be set only within
the same chapter/track. “XX” = number of programmed tracks
➜ The section will now repeat continuously.
3 Press REPEAT A-B again to resume normal
playback.
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Disc Operations
4 Press S, then use the numeric keypad Using the menu bar to program
English
(0-9) to enter the disc number.
➜ "DISC X" appears. IMPORTANT!
5 Press T, then use the numeric keypad You have to turn on your TV and set to
(0-9) to enter the track number. the correct Video In channel. (See page 21
➜ "TRACK X" appears. “Setting the TV”.)
OK
NEXT
CDs and VCDs will play. DISC SKIP REPEAT REPEAT PROGRAM
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Disc Operations
Playing MP3/Picture disc (Kodak, In stop mode, you can;
English
Note:
– Repeat function is not possible during MP3
program playback.
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Media Slot Operations
About media slot Playing JPEG pictures from
English
The MEDIA SLOT allows you to playback the memory card
contents (for example, digital still pictures) 1 Remove the memory card from your digital
stored in the memory card (PCMCIA) without camera and plug it into the PC card adaptor
the need of using the device itself (for example, (not supplied.)
digital camera, digital camcorder, MP player) or a
computer. 2 Insert the PC card adaptor into the media slot
on your player.
Memory cards (for example, Compact Flash,
Memory Stick, Smart Media, Secure Digital card, 3 Adjust SOURCE control until “MEDIA SLOT”
Multimedia card) are a new form of compact, appears on the display panel (or press
portable, digital data exchange or storage DISC/MEDIA twice on the remote.)
systems with compatible memory card devices 4 Turn on the TV power and set to the correct
and versatile IC (Intergrated Circuit) recording Video In channel. (See page 21 “Setting the TV”.)
medium with a data capacity that exceeds a ➜ If the memory card is recognized, you can
floppy disc. see 9 thumbnail pictures will appear on the TV.
5 You can also use the joystick (1 2 3 4) to make
Precaution on handling the memory
your selection from the 9 thumbnail pictures. If
card
you press OK, the selected picture will show on
– Do not attach any other material than the
the TV screen. If you press ÉÅ, the slide-show
supplied label on the label space.
playback will begin from the selected picture.
– Do not touch the memory card connector
with fingers or metal objects. During playback, you can;
– Do not bend, drop, disassemble or modify ● Press S / T to select another picture.
the memory card.
● Use the joystick (1 2 3 4) on the remote to
– Do not allow the memory card to get wet.
rotate/flip the picture files.
– If you use a memory card that has been
initialized using a computer or if you initialize a ● Press ÉÅ to pause/resume playback.
memory card attached to a camera using a USB
6 To stop playback, press Ç.
connection, further operation is not guaranteed.
– An image file that has been modified using an 7 To eject the memory card, press EJECT 0.
image processing software may not open if it is
converted into a different file format. In stop mode, you can;
● Use the joystick (1 2 3 4) to select S or
Supported memory card format T in the menu to view the previous/next
File format: JPEG image (*.jpg.) page (if available.)
Compatibility:
– *.jpg images recorded with a digital Notes:
camcorder or digital camera with memory – Some files on memory cards may be distorted
card function. when played back.
– JPEG images stored in a memory card using – If you insert the PC card adaptor into the media
a memory card adaptor for PC. slot while watching a DVD playback, the picture/
– MP3 files. sound from the disc may freeze/skip due to
Directories: electrical interference.
– Memory card
– Picture CD
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DVD Menu Options
Using the menu bar SUBTITLE
English
PREV NEXT
FAST REVERSE
3 OK
DVD : FR x2, FR x4, FR x6, FR x8.
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
VCD/MP3 : FR x1, FR x2, FR x3, FR x4.
FAST FORWARD
1 In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU.
DVD : FF x2, FF x4, FF x6, FF x8
VCD/MP3 : FF x1, FF x2, FF x3, FF x4.
➜ The menu bar will appear across the top of Select a search speed (backward/forward). The volume
the TV screen. will be muted. To resume normal playback,
press ÉÅ.
STATUS
Allows viewing of the current status of the disc.
The information will vary depending on the disc
format.
PROGRAM
Stop playback, then select this to enter the program
menu (see page 27 "Using the menu bar to program".)
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DVD Menu Options
Using the Setup Menu Setting the TV shape
English
This DVD setup is carried out via the TV, The format you select must be available on the
enabling you to customize the DVD system to disc. If it is not, the setting for TV Shape will not
suit your particular requirements. affect the picture during playback.
Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and
SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
1 select :
2, 3 SEATING ZOOM > TV Shape
PREV NEXT
4 OK
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
TV Shape 4:3 panscan
TV System 4:3 letterbox
16:9
Video Output
1 In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. Screen saver
➜ Playback will pause.
2 Select icon and press 4 to enter the Set TV shape mode
NOTE:
Some of the features in the Setup Menu
are described in “Getting Started.”
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DVD Menu Options
Setting the video output Setting the analog output
English
Set the Video Output according to your video Set Analog Output to match your DVD home
connection. cinema system’s playback capability. This function
can also be accessed via the SURR. button on
Stop playback, then follow the steps of “Using
the remote control (or SURROUND on the
the Setup Menu” and select :
front panel.)
> Video Output
Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and
select :
TV Shape > Analog Output
TV System
Video Output S-Video
Scart / Pr Pb Y
Screen saver
Digital Output
Night mode
Set Video Output Analog Output Stereo
Speakers 3D Sound
Multi-channel
Speaker Layout
S-Video PCM Output
Select this if you have connected the DVD Set Analog Output
TV Shape
TV System
Video Output
Screen Saver Off
On
Off
Select this to disable the screen saver function.
On
Select this if you wish to dim the TV screen
when disc playback is stopped or paused for
more than five minutes. This will prevent your
display device from becoming damaged.
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DVD Menu Options
Setting the digital output Setting the PCM output
English
Set Digital Output according to your optional Set your PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) output
audio equipment connections. only after you have set the system’s Digital
Output to ‘PCM only.’ (See “Setting the digital
Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and
output”.)
select :
Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and
> Digital Output select :
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DVD Menu Options
Night mode - turning on/off Restoring to original settings
English
Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and
select : select :
Off Reset
Select this when you want to enjoy the Pressing 2 on the remote will restore all the
surround sound with its full dynamic range. items in the setup menu to the original factory
setting except for your Parental Control
On password.
Select this to level out the volume. High volume
outputs will be softened and low volume
outputs are brought upward to an audible level.
This feature is only available for movies with
Dolby Digital mode.
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DVD Menu Options
Restricting playback by Parental 4 Use the numeric keypad (0-9) to enter
English
Control ‘1234’ (default password) when you are asked to
enter the four-digit password. You will have to
(only available in region 1 players) enter the same code, exactly, twice.
Some DVDs may have a parental level assigned ➜ To change the password, see page 36
to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the “Changing the password.”
disc. This feature lets you set a playback
limitation level. The rating levels are from 1 to 8 5 Select a rating level and press OK.
and are country dependent. You can prohibit ➜ DVDs that are rated above the level you
selected will not play unless you enter your four-
the playing of certain discs that are not suitable
digit password and choose a higher level rating.
for your children or have certain discs played
To disable Parental Controls and have all discs
with alternative scenes.
play, choose ‘NO PARENTAL.’
DISC/
TV/AV MEDIA TUNER AUX/DI Parental Control
Password
1 2 3 Menu Language
Defaults
4 4 5 6
7 8 9
SURR. 0 SOUND Set Parental control
VOL
1, 6
SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
6 Press SYSTEM MENU again to remove the
menu.
2, 3 SEATING ZOOM
PREV NEXT
Rating explanations
5 OK
SETUP MENU STOP PLAY/PAUSE
NO PARENTAL – It will play all discs.
➠
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DVD Menu Options
Changing the password 4 Use the numeric keypad (0-9) to enter your
English
4, 5, 6 4 5 6
7 8 9
Parental Control
SURR. 0 SOUND
VOL
Password __ __ __ __
Menu Language Enter code
SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
Defaults
1, 7
2, 3 SEATING ZOOM
OK
SETUP MENU STOP PLAY/PAUSE
6 Enter the same new four-digit password again.
➠
1 In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. 7 Press SYSTEM MENU again to remove the
2 Select icon and press 4.
menu.
Parental Control
Password __ __ __ __
Menu Language Enter code
Defaults
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Tuner Operations
IMPORTANT!
Presetting radio stations
English
– Make sure the FM and AM antennas
are connected. You can store up to 40 preset radio stations in
– The TUNING button on the front the memory, starting from FM and followed by
panel is used to toggle between AM bands.
frequency tuning and preset tuning.
When in preset tuning mode, pressing Notes:
S / T buttons on the front panel – The system will exit presetting mode if no
will change the preset number. button is pressed within 20 seconds.
Otherwise, pressing S / T will – If no stereo frequency is detected during Plug
change the radio frequency. and Play, "CHECK ANTENNA" appears.
➜
TREBL
LE
DVD
HT
SEARCH SURROUND
R
SU
R-
R-
L SU
SU B
BASS
found.
● If you use S / T on the front panel for 1 Connect the system to the power supply,
frequency tuning, make sure the system is in "AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" appears.
frequency tuning mode. If not, press TUNING. OR
➜ "FREQ MODE" appears. In Eco Power standby/standby mode,
press and hold ÉÅon the front panel until
"AUTO INSTALL - PRESS PLAY" appears.
2 Press ÉÅon the front panel to start
installation.
➜ "INSTALL TUNER" appears.
➜ All previously stored radio stations will be
replaced.
➜ Once completed, the last tuned radio station
will play.
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Tuner Operations
Automatic presetting Manual presetting
English
You can start the automatic presetting from a You can choose to store only your favorite radio
selected preset number. stations.
DVD system’s
1 In tuner mode, press PROGRAM (or PROG
display panel on the front panel.)
TV/AV
DISC/
MEDIA TUNER AUX/DI 2 Press 1 2 or use the numeric keypad (0-9)
1 FM TUNER to select a preset number.
1 2 3
4 5 6 3 Press S / T on the remote to select a
7 8 9
radio station.
SURR. 0 SOUND
VOL
2
P01 4 Press PROGRAM again to store.
SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
FM 98:00
PREV NEXT
OK
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
● Press 1 2 or use the numeric keypad (0-9)
DISC SKIP REPEAT REPEAT PROGRAM
AUTO to select a preset number.
A-B
3
VOICE MUTE PROGRAM ➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and
DIM SLEEP SUBW TV VOL
waveband will appear.
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Timer Operations
Setting the timer 6 Press CLOCK•TIMER again to store the
English
setting.
The system can switch on to DISC or TUNER ➜ Once the timer is set, it will always switch on
mode automatically at a preset time, serving as unless you deactivate it.
an alarm to wake you up. ➜ icon will remain on the display panel. It
indicates the timer is activated.
IMPORTANT!
– Before setting the timer, ensure that ● At the preset time, the selected sound
the clock is set correctly. source will play for 30 minutes before it
– The volume of the timer will increase switches to Eco Power standby mode (if
gradually to the last tuned volume level. no button is being pressed within the time
If the last tuned volume level is too low, frame.)
the set will then increase to a ➜ DISC – the first track of the last selected disc
predetermined minimum audible level. will be played. If the last selected disc tray is
empty, it will switch to the next available disc. If
all the disc trays are not available, it will switch
buttons on DVD system’s
front panel display panel
to Tuner mode.
➜ TUNER – the last tuned radio station will be
CLOCK•TIMER
SELECT CLOCK OR TIMER
played.
2
CLOCK•TIMER
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Timer Operations
Setting the Sleep timer
English
40
Sound and Volume Controls
Sound Control Adjusting Bass/Treble level
English
IMPORTANT! The BASS (low tone) and TREBLE (high tone)
For proper surround sound, make sure features enable you to define the sound-
the speakers and subwoofer are processor settings.
connected (see page 12.) 1 Press BASS or TREBLE.
➜ The level indicator appears.
Selecting surround sound
2 Within five seconds, use the VOLUME control
● Press SURROUND (SURR.) to select : to adjust the Bass or Treble level (-3 to +3.)
MULTI-channel, 3D SOUND or STEREO. ➜ If the volume control is not used within five
➜ The availability of the various surround sound seconds, it will resume its normal volume
modes depends on the number of speakers used control function.
and the sound available on the disc.
➜ The center and surround speakers operate
only when the DVD home cinema system is set Selecting digital sound effects
to Multi-channel mode. Select a preset digital sound effects that matches
➜ The available output modes for Multi-channel your disc’s content or that optimizes the sound
include: Dolby Digital, DTS (Digital Theater of the musical style you are playing.
Systems) Surround, Dolby Surround and Dolby
Pro Logic. ● Press SOUND on the remote.
➜ Stereo broadcasts or recordings will produce
some surround channel effects when played in a When playing movie discs, you can select :
surround mode. However, monaural (single CONCERT, DRAMA, ACTION or SCI-FI.
channel sound) sources will not produce any When playing music discs or while in TUNER or
sound from the surround speakers. AUX/DI mode, you can select : ROCK,
DIGITAL, CLASSIC or JAZZ.
Note:
– You are not able to select the surround sound
mode if the system menu/menu bar is turned on. Volume control
● Adjust VOLUME control (or press
Turning on/off clear voice effect VOL +/-on the remote) to increase or
You can enhance the center and surround sound decrease the volume level.
outputs by activating the clear voice sound ➜ "VOL MIN" is the minimum volume level and
feature if you have selected Multi-channel as the “VOL MAX” is the maximum volume level.
surround mode.
To listen through the headphones
● Press VOICE on the remote to select “CLEAR
● Connect the headphones plug to the n socket
VOICE ON.”
at the front of the DVD system.
➜ To turn off the setting, press VOICE again to
➜ The speakers will be muted.
select “CLEAR VOICE OFF.”
To turn off the volume temporarily
Changing subwoofer volume level ● Press MUTE on the remote.
➜ Playback will continue without sound and
● Press SUB +/- on the remote to adjust
"MUTE" appears.
subwoofer volume level (-6dB to + 6dB.)
➜ To restore the volume, press MUTE again or
increase the volume level.
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Other Functions
Switching on/off Recording to an external device
English
● Press DIM repeatedly to select different levels SYSTEM MENU DISC MENU
PREV NEXT
OK
STOP PLAY/PAUSE
VOICE MUTE
1 Press TV/AV.
2 Press S / T or use the numeric
keypad (0-9) to select the TV’s channel.
3 Press TV VOL +/- to adjust the TV’s volume
level.
4 Press B to turn off your TV.
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION MAIN UNIT
English
Output power 600 W Total power Power Supply Rating 120 V / 60 Hz
- Stereo mode (DIN) 100 W + 100 W RMS / Power Consumption 155 W
2 x 80 W FTC 1 Dimensions (w x h x d) 435 mm x 100 mm x 360 mm
- Surround mode (1 kHz) 100 W RMS/channel 17.13 x 3.94 x 14.17 (inch)
Frequency Response 100 Hz – 20 kHz / –3 dB Weight 7.15 kg / 15.73 pounds
Signal-to-Noise Ratio > 65 dB (CCIR)
Input Sensitivity SPEAKERS
- AUX In 880 mV Front speakers / Rear (surround) speaker
- TV In 350 mV System triple driver
Output Sensitivity Impedance 8Ω
- Headphone 32 Ω – 1000 Ω Speaker drivers 2 x 3” woofer, 1 3/4” tweeter
- Line Out 600 mV Frequency response 120 Hz – 20 kHz
- Digital In acc IEC 60958 & IEC 61937 Dimensions (w x h x d) 94 mm x 280 mm x 70 mm
1 8ohm, 120 Hz~12.5 kHz, 1% THD
3.70 x 11.02 x 2.76 (inch)
Weight 1.23 kg/each
TUNER SECTION 2.7 pounds/each
Tuning Range FM 87.5 – 108 MHz (100 kHz
steps) CENTER SPEAKER
AM 530 – 1700 kHz (10 kHz System 5 multi directional driver
steps) Impedance 8Ω
26 dB Quieting Sensitivity FM 20 dB Speaker drivers 4 x 2” woofer, 1 3/4” tweeter
26 dB Quieting Sensitivity AM 3162 mV/m Frequency response 120 Hz – 20 kHz
Image Rejection Radio FM 25 dB Dimensions (w x h x d) 435 mm x 72 mm x 63.5 mm
AM 28 dB 17.13 x 2.83 x 2.5 (inch)
IF Rejection Ratio FM 60 dB Weight 1.32 kg / 2.90 pounds
AM 24 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio FM 60 dB TWIN SUBWOOFER
AM 40 dB Impedance 8Ω
AM Suppression Ratio FM 30 dB Speaker drivers 4” woofer
Harmonic Distortion FM Mono 3% Frequency response 30 Hz – 120 Hz
FM Stereo 3% Dimensions
AM 5% - Base diameter 240 x 40 (mm)
Frequency Response FM 180 Hz – 10 kHz / ±6 dB diameter 9.45 x 1.57 (inch)
Stereo Separation FM 26 dB (1 kHz) - Tube 110 x 900 (mm)
Stereo Threshold FM 23.5 dB 4.33 x 35.43 (inch)
Weight 4.5 kg / 9.9 pounds
DISC SECTION
Laser Type Semiconductor
Disc Diameter 12cm / 8cm
Video Decoding MPEG-2 / MPEG-1
Video DAC 10 Bits
Signal System PAL / NTSC
Video Format 4:3 / 16:9 Specifications subject to change without prior
Video S/N 56 dB (minimum) notice
Composite Video Output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S-Video Output Y - 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
C - 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Audio DAC 24 Bits / 96 kHz
Frequency Response 4 Hz – 20 kHz (44.1 kHz)
4 Hz – 22 kHz (48 kHz)
4 Hz – 44 kHz (96 kHz)
Digital Output/Input SPDIF (Sony Philips digital
interface) Coaxial
- PCM IEC 60958
- Dolby Digital/DTS IEC 60958, IEC 61937
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Troubleshooting
WARNING
English
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will
invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If
you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, please call 1-800-531-0039
for help.
Problem Solution
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
English
The DVD system does not work. – Disconnect the power cord from the power
outlet for a few minutes. Reconnect the power
cord and try to operate again as usual.
The DVD player does not start playback. – Insert a readable disc with the playback side
facing down. (see page 24)
– Check the disc type, color system and region
code. (see page 24)
– Check for any scratches or smudges on the disc.
– Press SYSTEM SETUP to turn off the setup
menu screen.
– Change the rating level. (see page 35)
– Moisture has condensed inside the system.
Remove the disc and leave the system turned on
for about an hour.
Cannot activate some features, such as – The features may not be available on the DVD.
Angles, Subtitles, or multi-language – Changing the language for the sound or subtitle
Audio. is prohibited on the DVD.
There is no sound from the center and – Make sure the center and surround speakers are
surround speakers. connected correctly. (see page 12)
– Press SURROUND button to select a correct
surround sound setting. (see page 41)
– Make sure the source you are playing is
recorded or broadcast in surround sound (DTS,
Dolby Digital, etc.)
Radio reception is poor. – If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better
reception.
– Increase the distance between the system and
your TV or VCR.
– Tune in to the correct frequency.
– Place the antenna farther away from any
equipment that may be causing the noise.
The remote control does not function – Select the source (DISC or TUNER, for
properly. example) before pressing the function button
(ÉÅ, S , T.)
– Reduce the distance between the remote
control and the system.
– Replace the batteries with new ones.
– Point the remote control directly toward the IR
sensor.
– Check that the batteries are loaded correctly.
The timer is not working. – Set the clock correctly. (see page 20)
– Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER to switch on the
timer. (see page 39)
The display panel is dark. – Press DIM again. (see page 42)
Low hum or buzz sound. – Place the DVD system as far away as possible
from electrical devices that may be causing
interference.
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Glossary
Analog: Sound that has not been turned into DTS: Digital Theater Systems. This is a
English
numbers. Analog sound varies, while digital surround sound system, but it is different from
sound has specific numerical values. These jacks Dolby Digital. The formats were developed by
send audio through two channels, the left and different companies.
right. JPEG: A still-picture data compression system
Aspect ratio: The ratio of vertical and proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert
horizontal sizes of a displayed image. The Group, which features small decrease in image
horizontal vs. vertical ratio of conventional TVs. quality in spite of its high compression ratio.
is 4:3, and that of wide-screens is 16:9. MP3: A file format with a sound data
AUDIO OUT Jacks: Jacks on the back of compression system. “MP3” is the abbreviation
the DVD System that send audio to another of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-
system (TV, Stereo, etc.). 1) Audio Layer 3. By using MP3 format. one CD-
Bit Rate: The amount of data used to hold a R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times as
given length of music; measured in kilobits per much data volume as a regular CD can.
seconds, or kbps. Or, the speed at which you Multichannel: DVD is specified to have each
record. Generally, the higher the bit rate, or the sound track constitute one sound field.
higher the recording speed, the better the Multichannel refers to a structure of sound
sound quality. However, higher bit rates use tracks having three or more channels.
more space on a Disc. Parental control: A function of the DVD to
Chapter: Sections of a picture or a music limit playback of the disc by the age of the users
piece on a DVD that are smaller than titles. A according to the limitation level in each country.
title is composed of several chapters. Each The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is
chapter is assigned a chapter number enabling activated, playback will be prohibited if the
you to locate the chapter you want. software’s level is higher than the user-set level.
Clear voice: It enables the digital sound PCM (Pulse Code Modulation): A system
processor to extract the voice dynamics in for converting analog sound signal to digital
movie dialog on all 5 surround channels without signal for later processing, with no data
compromizing on the location accuracy and the compression used in conversion.
width of the surround sound. Playback control (PBC): Refers to the
Component Video Out Jacks: Jacks on the signal recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for
back of the DVD System that send high-quality controlling reproduction. By using menu screens
video to a TV that has Component Video In recorded on a Video CD or SVCD that
jacks (R/G/B, Y/Pb/Pr, etc.). supports PBC, you can enjoy interactive-type
Disc menu: A screen display prepared for software as well as software having a search
allowing selection of images, sounds, subtitles, function.
multi-angles, etc recorded on a DVD. Plug and Play: After power up, the system
Digital: Sound that has been converted into will prompt the user to proceed with the
numerical values. Digital sound is available when automatic installation of radio stations by simply
you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL pressing the PLAY button on the main unit.
or OPTICAL jacks. These jacks send audio Progressive Scan: It displays all the horizontal
through multiple channels, instead of just two lines of a picture at one time, as a signal frame.
channels as analog does. This system can convert the interlaced video
Dolby Digital: A surround sound system from DVD into progressive format for
developed by Dolby Laboratories containing up connection to a progressive display. It
to six channels of digital audio (front left and dramatically increases the vertical resolution. A
right, surround left and right and center). progressive-scan TV is needed to receive
progressive scan output from the player.
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Glossary
Region code: A system for allowing discs to
English
be played back only in the region designated
beforehand. This unit will only play discs that
have compatible region codes. You can find the
region code of your unit by looking on the
product label. Some discs are compatible with
more than one region (or ALL regions).
S-Video: Produces a clear picture by sending
separate signals for the luminance and the color.
You can use S-Video only if your TV has S- video
In jack.
Sampling Frequency: Frequency of sampling
data when analog data is converted to digital
data Sampling frequency numerically represents
how many time the original analog signal is
sampled per second.
Seating control: It gives the user a perfect
sound and movie experience anywhere in the
room, providing maximum flexibility and real
total immersion because the user can choose
their preferred seat.
Surround: A system for creating realistic
three-dimensional sound fields full of realism by
arranging multiple speakers around the listener.
Title: The longest section of a picture or music
feature on DVD, music, etc., in video software, or
the entire album in audio software. Each title is
assigned a title number enabling you to locate
the title you want.
VIDEO OUT jack: Jack on the back of the
DVD System that sends video to a TV.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
AUDIO SYSTEM
One Year Free Labor
One Year Free Service on Parts
This product must be carried in for repair.
WHO IS COVERED? MAKE SURE YOU KEEP...
You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty ser- Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing
vice. A sales receipt or other document showing that you proof of purchase. Attach it to this owner’s manual and
purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. keep both nearby. Also keep the original box and packing
material in case you need to return your product.
WHAT IS COVERED?
Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...
For one year thereafter, all parts will be repaired or Please check your owner's manual for assistance. If you
replaced, and labor is free. After one year from the day of have additional questions, call us at 1-800-531-0039.
purchase, you pay for the replacement or repair of all
parts, and for all labor charges. TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U.S.A.,
All parts, including repaired and replaced parts, are covered PUERTO RICO, OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...
only for the original warranty period.When the warranty Take the product to a Philips factory service center (see
on the product expires, the warranty on all replaced and enclosed list) or authorized service center for repair.When
repaired parts also expires. the product has been repaired, you must pick up the unit at
the center. Centers may keep defective parts.
WHAT IS EXCLUDED? (In U.S.A., Puerto Rico, and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied
Your warranty does not cover: warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability
• labor charges for installation or setup of the product, and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration
adjustment of customer controls on the product, and to the duration of this express warranty. But, because some
installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
product. warranty may last, this limitation may not apply to you.)
• product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse,
accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA...
control of Philips. Please contact Philips at:
• reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable
1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
or antenna systems outside the unit.
1-800-531-0039 (English or Spanish Speaking)
• a product that requires modification or adaptation to
enable it to operate in any country other than the coun- (In Canada, this warranty is given in lieu of all other war-
try for which it was designed, manufactured, approved ranties. No other warranties are expressed or implied,
and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by including any implied warranties of merchantability or fit-
these modifications. ness for a particular purpose. Philips is not liable under any
• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or
product. (Some states do not allow the exclusion of inci- consequential damages, howsoever incurred, even if notified
dental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion of the possibility of such damages.)
may not apply to you.This includes, but is not limited to,
prerecorded material, whether copyrighted or not copy- REMEMBER...
righted.) Please record below the model and serial numbers found
• a product that is used for commercial or institutional on the product. Also, please fill out and mail your warranty
purposes. registration card promptly. It will be easier for us to notify
you if necessary.
WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?
Warranty service is available in all countries where the
product is officially distributed by Philips. In countries MODEL # __________________________________
where Philips does not distribute the product, the local
Philips service organization will attempt to provide service
(although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare SERIAL # __________________________________
parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).
This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.