MCD708
DVD MicroTheatre
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Clean only with dry cloth.
materials
Class II equipment symbol
This symbol indicates that the unit has
a double insulation system
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Index
English ------------------------------------------------7
Français -------------------------------------------- 44
Español --------------------------------------------- 81
5
Language Code
Abkhazian
Afar
Afrikaans
Amharic
6566
6565
6570
6577
6582
7289
6583
6569
6589
6590
7783
6665
6669
6678
6672
6673
7866
6683
6682
6671
7789
6983
6765
6772
6769
Inupiaq
Irish
Íslenska
Italiano
Ivrit
Japanese
Javanese
Kalaallisut
Kannada
Kashmiri
Kazakh
Kernewek
Khmer
7375
7165
7383
7384
7269
7465
7486
7576
7578
7583
7575
7587
7577
8287
7589
7586
7579
Pushto
8083
8285
8185
8277
8279
8278
8377
8371
8365
8367
8382
8378
8381
8368
8373
8373
8376
8379
8384
7882
8385
7073
8387
8383
8386
8476
8489
8471
8465
8484
8469
8472
6679
8473
8479
8483
8478
8482
8475
8487
8571
8575
8582
8590
8673
8679
8765
6789
8779
8872
8973
8979
9085
Russian
Quechua
Raeto-Romance
Romanian
Rundi
Samoan
Sango
Sanskrit
Sardinian
Serbian
Shona
Arabic
Armenian
Assamese
Avestan
Aymara
Azerhaijani
Bahasa Melayu
Bashkir
Belarusian
Bengali
Bihari
Bislama
Bokmål, Norwegian
Bosanski
Brezhoneg
Bulgarian
Burmese
Castellano, Español
Catalán
Chamorro
Chechen
Chewa; Chichewa;Nyanja7889
9072
Chuang; Zhuang
Church Slavic; Slavonic 6785
Chuvash
Corsican
Česky
Shqip
Sindhi
Kinyarwanda
Kirghiz
Komi
Sinhalese
Slovensky
Slovenian
Somali
Sotho; Southern
South Ndebele
Sundanese
Suomi
Swahili
Swati
Svenska
Tagalog
Tahitian
Tajik
Tamil
Tatar
Telugu
Thai
Tibetan
Tigrinya
Tonga (Tonga Islands)
Tsonga
Tswana
Türkçe
Turkmen
Twi
Uighur
Ukrainian
Urdu
Uzbek
Vietnamese
Volapuk
Walloon
Welsh
Wolof
Xhosa
Yiddish
Yoruba
Zulu
Korean
Kuanyama; Kwanyama 7574
Kurdish
Lao
Latina
Latvian
Letzeburgesch;
Limburgan; Limburger 7673
Lingala
Lithuanian
Luxembourgish;
Macedonian
Malagasy
Magyar
Malayalam
Maltese
Manx
Maori
Marathi
Marshallese
Moldavian
Mongolian
Nauru
Navaho; Navajo
Ndebele, North
Ndebele, South
Ndonga
Nederlands
Nepali
Norsk
Northern Sami
North Ndebele
Norwegian Nynorsk;
Occitan; Provencal
Old Bulgarian;Old Slavonic 6785
Oriya
Oromo
Ossetian; Ossetic
Pali
Panjabi
Persian
Polski
Português
7585
7679
7665
7686
7666
7678
7684
7666
7775
7771
7285
7776
7784
7186
7773
7782
7772
7779
7778
7865
7886
7868
7882
7871
7876
7869
7879
8369
7868
7878
7967
9065
6786
6779
6783
6865
6869
6890
6978
6979
6984
6985
6976
7079
7082
7089
7074
Dansk
Deutsch
Dzongkha
English
Esperanto
Estonian
Euskara
ꢀꢁꢁꢂꢃꢄꢅꢆ
Faroese
Français
Frysk
Fijian
Gaelic; Scottish Gaelic 7168
Gallegan
Georgian
Gikuyu; Kikuyu
Guarani
Gujarati
Hausa
Herero
Hindi
Hiri Motu
Hrwatski
Ido
7176
7565
7573
7178
7185
7265
7290
7273
7279
6779
7379
7982
7977
7983
8073
8065
7065
8076
8084
Interlingua (International)7365
Interlingue
Inuktitut
7365
7385
Contents
General Information
Disc Operations
Features .................................................................. 9
Supplied accessories ............................................ 9
Environment information ................................... 9
Installation ....................................................... 9~10
Maintenance ........................................................ 10
Playable Discs ...................................................... 23
Playing discs ......................................................... 23
Using the Disc Menu ......................................... 24
Basic playback controls .............................. 24~26
Pausing playback (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/WMA)
Selecting a track/chapter/title (DVD/VCD/CD/
MP3/WMA)
Resuming playback from the last stopped point
(DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/WMA)
Zoom (DVD/VCD/JPEG)
Repeat (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/WMA)
RepeatA-B (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/WMA)
Slow Motion (DVD/VCD)
Program (not for Picture CD)
Forward/Reverse Searching (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/
WMA)
Connections
Step 1:Placing speakers .................................... 11
Step 2:Connecting speakers............................ 12
Step 3:Connecting the control cable ............ 12
Step 4:ConnectingTV ................................ 12~14
Step 5: Connecting FM/AM antennas............. 14
Step 6:Connecting the power cord............... 15
Additional: Connecting additional equipment15
Time search & search by chapter/track number
(DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/WMA)
Information display during playback (not for
Picture CD)
Special disc features ........................................... 26
Playing a Title (DVD)
Functional Overview
DVD player and power amplifier .................... 16
Remote control ........................................... 17~18
Camera Angle (DVD)
Changing the Audio Language (for DVD recorded
with multiple languages)
Changing the Audio Channel (forVCD only)
Subtitles (DVD)
Getting Started
Step 1:Inserting batteries into the Remote
Control ................................................................. 19
Using the Remote Control to operate the Player
Step 2:Setting up theTV ........................... 19~20
Setting up Progressive Scan feature
Playing MP3/WMA/JPEG Picture disc ............ 26
Playing MP3/WMA disc ..................................... 26
General operation
Playback selection
To deactivate Progressive manually
Step 3:Setting language preference ................ 21
Setting the OSD Language
Playing JPEG Picture CD................................... 27
General operation
Playback selection
Setting theAudio, Subtitle and Disc Menu language
Special JPEG features ......................................... 27
Preview function (JPEG)
Zoom picture (JPEG)
Slide show playback modes (JPEG)
Playback with multi-angles (JPEG)
Playing a DivX disc ............................................. 28
Basic Functions
Switching the system on/off ............................. 22
Switching the system to Eco Power Standby
mode ..................................................................... 22
Power-saving automatic standby ..................... 22
Volume control ................................................... 22
Sound control ..................................................... 22
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
DSC (Digital Sound Control)
LOUDNESS
Dimming the display screen ............................. 22
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Contents
System Menu Options
Basic Operations ................................................ 29
General Setup Page............................................ 29
TV Display
OSD Language
Screen Saver
DIVX(R)VOD registration code
Audio Setup Page ........................................ 30~31
Digital Audio Setup
Dolby Digital Setup
3D Processing
HDCD
Night Mode
Video Setup Page......................................... 31~32
Video Output
TV Mode
Color Setting
Preference Page ........................................... 32~33
Parental
Default
Password Setup Page ......................................... 33
Password mode
Password
Other Functions
Radio reception .................................................. 34
Tuning to radio stations
Presetting radio stations
Listening to preset radio stations
Setting the clock ................................................. 34
Setting sleep/wake-up timer ..................... 34~35
Sleep timer setting
Wake-up timer setting
Specifications ........................................... 36
Troubleshooting ............................. 37~39
Glossary......................................................... 40
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General Information
Features
Supplied accessories
Your DVD MicroTheatre with 2.0 channel full
digital amplifier creates the same dynamic sound
qualities that you find in full-fledged cinemas and
incorporates some of the best features in home
theater technology.
– Remote control with two AAA batteries
– AM loop antenna
– FM wire antenna
– Audio (white, red) and composite video
(yellow) cables (2-in-1)
– Control cable
Other features include:
Built-in Dolby Digital decoder, supporting
Incredible Surround and DSC sound setting.
– Stand for the DVD player and power
amplifier
– 2 loudspeaker boxes including 2 speaker
cables
Additional Component Connections
Lets you connect other audio and audio/visual
components to the DVD micro theatre.
– This instruction booklet and a Quick Start
Guide
If any item is damaged or missing, contact
your retailer or Philips.
Night mode
Lets you compress the dynamic range, reducing
the difference in loudness between different
sounds in Dolby Digital mode.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.We
have tried to make the packaging easy to
separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags,
protective foam sheet).
Parental Control (Rating Level)
Lets you set a ratings level so that your children
cannot watch a DVD that has a rating higher
than you set.
Your system consists of materials which can be
recycled and reused if disassembled by a
specialised company. Please observe the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging
materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment.
Sleep/Wake-upTimer
Enables the system to switch on/off automatically
at a preset time.
Progressive Scan
Provides high quality flicker-free images for film
based sources.When a picture refreshes, its
vertical resolution can double to 525 lines.
Installation
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Place the player on a flat, hard, and stable surface.
Note:
In a cabinet, allow about 10cm (4 inches) of free
space all around the player for adequate
ventilation.
– To fully enjoy the progressive scan feature, you
need a progressive scanTV.
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General Information
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Do not expose your player to extreme
temperatures or humidity.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the
AC power plug can be reached easily.
The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with items,
such as newpapers, table-cloths, curtains, et.
Maintenance
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When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a
cleaning cloth.Wipe the disc from the center out,
in a straight line.
Do not expose the player, batteries or discs to
humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat (caused by
heating equipment or direct sunlight).Always
keep the disc tray closed to avoid dust on the
lens.
●
●
Do not use solvents such as
benzene, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for colour discs.
The lens may cloud over when
the player is suddenly moved
from cold to warm surroundings, making it
impossible to play a disc. Leave the player in the
warm environment until the moisture
evaporates.
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Connections
AM antenna
FM antenna
AC power
Speaker
Speaker
(right)
OOFER
(left)
LINE OUT
1
2
SUB WOOFER
Notes:
IMPORTANT!
– To avoid magnetic interference, do not position
the front speakers too close to yourTV set.
– Allow adequate ventilation around the DVD
System.
– The type plate is located at the
bottom of the system.
– Before connecting the AC power cord
to the wall outlet, ensure that all
other connections have been made.
– Never make or change any
connections with the power switched on.
Step 1: Placing speakers
Front
speaker
( left )
Front
speaker
( right )
VIEWING AREA
Place the front left and right speakers at equal
distances from theTV set and at an angle of
approximately 45 degrees from the listening
position.
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Connections
Using CompositeVideo jack
Step 2: Connecting speakers
Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKERS
terminals, right speaker to“R” and left speaker to
“L”, coloured (marked) wire to“+” and black
(unmarked) wire to“–”. Fully insert the stripped
portion of the speaker wire into the terminal as
shown.
2
1
LINE OUT
1
2
SUB WOOFER
Notes:
– Ensure that the speaker cables are correctly
connected. Improper connections may damage the
system due to short-circuit.
– For optimal sound performance, use the
supplied speakers.
1 Use the composite video connectors (yellow) of
the supplied audio and composite video cables
(2-in1) to connect the DVD system's VIDEO
OUT jack to the video input jack (or labeled as
A/V In, CVBS, Composite or Baseband) on the
TV.
– 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.
2 To hear theTV channels through this DVD
system, use the audio connectors (white/ red) of
the supplied audio and composite video cables
(2-in1) to connect AUX IN jacks to the
corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on theTV.
Step 3: Connecting the control
cable
●
Connect the serial port marked “CONTROL
CABLE” at the rear of the DVD player to the
same port at the rear of the power amplifier
with the supplied flat control cable.
Step 4: ConnectingTV
IMPORTANT!
– You only need to make one video
connection from the following options,
depending on the capabilities of yourTV.
– Connect the DVD system directly to
theTV.
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Connections
Using ComponentVideo jacks (Y Pb Pr)
Using S-Video jack
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
– The progressive scan video quality is
only possible when usingY Pb Pr, and a
progressive scanTV is required.
– If S-Video is used for DVD playback
connection, the system’sVIDEO OUT
setting will need to be changed
accordingly.
1
2
1
2
LINE OUT
LINE OUT
SUB WOOFER
SUB WOOFER
1 Use component video cables (red/blue/green -
not supplied) to connect the DVD system'sY Pb
Pr jacks to the corresponding Component video
input jacks (or labeled asY Pb/Cb Pr/Cr orYUV)
on theTV.
1 Use an S-Video cable (not supplied) to connect
the DVD system’s S-VIDEO jack to the S-Video
input jack (or labeled asY/C or S-VHS) on the
TV.
2 To hear theTV channels through this DVD
system, use the audio connectors (white/ red) of
the supplied audio and composite video cables
(2-in1) to connect AUX IN jacks to the
2 To hear theTV channels through this DVD
system, use the audio connectors (white/ red) of
the supplied audio and composite video cables
(2-in1) to connect AUX IN jacks to the
corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on theTV.
corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on theTV.
3 If you are using a Progressive ScanTV (TV must
indicate Progressive Scan or ProScan capability),
to activateTV Progressive Scan, please refer to
yourTV user manual. For DVD system
Progressive Scan function, see “Getting Started-
Setting up Progressive Scan feature”.
Note:
– If yourTV does not support Progressive Scan,
you will not be able to view the picture.
Press SYSTEM on the remote to exit the system
menu and then DISC to exit progressive scan.
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Connections
Using an accessory RF modulator
Step 5: Connecting FM/AM
antennas
IMPORTANT!
– If yourTV only has a single Antenna In
jack (labeled as 75 ohm or RF In), you
will need an RF modulator in order to
view DVD playback on theTV. See your
electronics retailer or contact Philips for
details on RF modulator availability and
operations.
fix the claw into
the slot
AM
1
antenna
ANT IN
RF coaxial cable toTV
FM
2
antenna
2
INT IN
TO TV
AUDIO IN
R
VIDEO
IN
L
CH3 CH4
SUB WOOFER
3
1
1 Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the
AM jack. Place the AM loop antenna on a shelf
or attach to a stand or wall.
LINE OUT
2 Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM (75
Ω) jack. Extend the FM antenna and fix its end to
the wall.
For better FM stereo reception, connect an
external FM antenna (not supplied).
1 Use the composite video cable (yellow) to
connect the DVD system’sVIDEO OUT jack to
the video input jack on the RF modulator.
2 Use an RF coaxial cable (not supplied) to
connect ANTENNA OUT orTOTV jack on the
RF modulator to the Antenna IN jack on theTV.
3 Connect the Antenna or CableTV service signal
to the ANTENNA IN or RF IN jack on the RF
modulator. (It may have been connected to your
TV previously. Disconnect it from theTV.)
Note:
– Adjust the position of the antennas for optimal
reception.
– Position the antennas as far as possible from
yourTV,VCR or other radiation source to prevent
unwanted interference.
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Connections
Viewing and listening to the playback of
other equipment A
Step 6: Connecting the power
cord
●
Connect the system's AUX IN (R/L) jacks to
the AUDIO OUT jacks on the other audio/visual
device (such as aTV,VCR, Laser Disc player or
cassette deck).
Before starting operation, press SOURCE on
the front panel to select AUX or press AUX on
the remote in order to activate the input source.
After everything is conec ted properly,
plug in the AC power cord to the power
outlet.
Never make or change any connection with the
power switched on.
Additional: Connecting
additional equipment
Using theVCR for recording DVDs B
Connect one of the system's VIDEO jacks to
the correspondingVIDEO IN jack and LINE
OUT (R/L) jacks to the AUDIO IN jacks on
theVCR.This will allow you to make analogue
stereo (two channel, right and left) recordings.
●
IMPORTANT!
– Some discs are copy-protected.You
cannot record the disc through aVCR or
digital recording device.
– When making connections, make sure
the colour of cables matches the colour
of jacks.
– Always refer to the owner’s manual of
the other equipment for complete
connection and usage details.
Recording (digital) C
●
Connect the system's COAXIAL or
OPTICAL jack to the DIGITAL IN jack on a
digital recording device.
Before starting operation, set the DIGITAL OUT
according to the audio connection. (See
"DIGITAL OUT".)
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
L
Connecting an active subwoofer D
Connect the DVD micro system's
VCR
R
B
●
C
SUBWOOFER jack to the AUDIO INPUT
jack on an active subwoofer (not supplied).
LINE OUT
SUB O
A
AUDIO OUT
L
R
D
Television
AUDIO
INPUT
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Functional Overview
1
2
6 43 6
7 5 8
!
9 0
–
press and hold, then release the key to
start automatic search for a radio frequency
downward/upward.
DVD player and power amplifier
1 ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON y
–
to switch the system on or to Eco power/
normal standby mode.
7 OPEN•CLOSE ç
opens or closes the disc tray.
8 DSC
selects different types of preset sound equalizer
settings (FLAT, POPS, JAZZ, CLASSIC or ROCK).
9 SOURCE
–
2 Display
–
shows the current status of the DVD player.
–
3 ÉÅ
–
starts or interrupts disc playback.
4 PRESET +
–
selects the respective sound source: DVD/AUX1/
AUX2/FM/AM.
switches the system on.
–
in tuner mode, selects a preset radio station
forward.
–
0 IR SENSOR
point the remote control towards this sensor.
! VOLUME -/+
5 PRESET-/9
–
–
–
stops disc playback or erases a program.
in tuner mode, selects a preset radio station
backward.
–
–
adjusts the volume upward/downward.
adjusts the hours and minutes in clock/timer
setting mode.
6 ¡/™
–
switches the set timer ON or OFF.
Disc:
–
–
skips to the previous/next chapter/title/track.
Tuner:
tunes to a higher/lower radio frequency.
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Functional Overview
4 PROG
Remote control
–
–
DVD/VCD/CD: enters the program menu.
MP3/WMA-CD: adds/deletes a programmed
track to/from the program list.
1 B
–
to switch the system on or to Eco power/normal
standby mode.
–
–
Picture CD: during playback, to select a slide
show mode.
Tuner: programs preset radio stations.
2 0
–
opens or closes the disc compartment
5 GOTO/ST
3 Numeric Keypad (0-9)
–
Disc: fast searches in a disc by entering a time,
–
–
inputs a track/title/chapter number of the disc.
inputs the number of a preset radio station.
title, chapter or track.
–
FM: sets stereo or mono sound mode.
6 SYSTEM (disc mode only)
enters or exits the system menu.
7 DISC MENU (disc mode only)
–
–
–
–
DVD/VCD: enters or exits the disc contents
menu.
VCD2.0: switches the playback control mode on
or off .
MP3/WMA: switches between Album and Filelist.
1
3
2
8 4 / 3 / 2 / 1
5
7
–
–
selects an item in a menu.
moves an enlarged picture up/down/left/right.
6
8
9 OK
–
4
9
confirms a selection.
0 ZOOM
!
#
0
@
–
DVD/VCD/Picture CD: enlarges or reduces a
picture or active image on theTV screen.
$
^
! MUTE
disables or enables sound output.
–
%
&
*
(
)
≤
¡
™
∞
§
£
•
≥
ª
¤
º
⁄
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Functional Overview
Eco power mode
displays the system clock and switches to the
standby mode.
@ TU +/- (à / á )
–
Tuner
–
–
press to tune to a lower/higher radio frequency
gradually.
press and hold, then release the key to start
automatic search for a radio frequency
downward/upward.
) DIM
selects different levels of brightness for the
display screen.
–
¡ SUBTITLE
selects a subtitle language.
Disc
–
–
searches backward/forward in a disc at different
speeds.
™ ANGLE
–
selects a DVD camera angle.
# VOLUME +/-
£ DISPLAY
–
–
adjusts the volume upward/downward.
adjusts the hours and minutes in clock/timer
setting mode.
–
displays information onTV screen during
playback
–
switches the set timer ON or OFF.
≤ AUDIO
forVCD/DivX
$ CH +/- (¡ / ™)
–
Disc: skips to the previous/next chapter/title/
track
Tuner: selects a preset radio station.
–
sets Stereo, Mono-Left or Mono-Right sound
mode.
–
for DVD
–
selects an audio language.
% ÉÅ
–
starts or interrupts disc playback.
∞ A-B
–
repeats playback of a specific section on a disc.
^ 9
–
stops disc playback or erases a program.
§ MODE
–
selects various repeat modes or the shuffle play
mode for a disc.
& DISC/TUNER/AUX
–
–
–
selects the respective sound source for DVD/
AUX1/AUX2/FM/AM.
For tuner (TUNER): press to switch between
AM and FM
exits P-SCAN (progressive scan). (Only for
DISC)
≥ SLOW
selects different slow playback modes for a
DivX/VCD/SVCD/DVD.
–
• DBB
–
enables or disables bass enhancement.
* SLEEP/TIMER
ª SURROUND (unavailable for this
Standby mode
sets time for switching on the system
automatically.
version)
–
–
selects 2.1 channel output (2.1CH) or 5.1
channel output (SUR5.1 or DVD5.1).
Power-on mode
sets the sleep timer function (auto off).
º VOL.SEL (unavailable for this version)
adjusts volume level for individual speakers.
–
–
( CLOCK
Standby mode
⁄ DSC
selects different types of preset sound equalizer
–
–
sets the system clock.
settings (FLAT, POPS, JAZZ, CLASSIC or
ROCK).
Playback mode
displays the system clock.
–
¤ LOUDNESS
–
enables or disables automatic loudness
adjustment.
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Getting Started
➜ Usually these channels are between the
lowest and highest channels and may be called
FRONT,A/V IN, orVIDEO. See yourTV manual
for more details.
Step 1: Inserting batteries into
the Remote Control
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➜ Or, you may go to channel 1 on yourTV, then
press the Channel down button repeatedly until
you see theVideo In channel.
➜ Or, theTV Remote Control may have a
button or switch that chooses different video
modes.
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2
➜ Or, set theTV to channel 3 or 4 if you are
using an RF modulator.
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert two AAA batteries following the
indications (+/-) inside the compartment.
Setting up Progressive Scan feature (for
Progressive ScanTV only)
3 Close the cover.
The progressive scan display twice the number
of frames per seconds than interlaced scanning
(ordinary normalTV system).With nearly double
the number of lines, progressive scan offers
higher picture resolution and quality.
Using the Remote Control to operate
the Player
1 Aim the Remote Control
directly at the remote sensor
(IR) on the front panel.
IMPORTANT!
2 Do not put any objects
between the Remote Control
and the DVD Player while
operating the DVD Player.
Before enabling the progressive scan
feature, you must ensure:
1)YourTV can accept progressive signals, a
progressive scanTV is required.
2)You have connected the DVD player to your
TV usingY Pb Pr (see “Connections-Step 5:
ConnectingTV- Using ComponentVideo jacks”.)
CAUTION!
– Remove batteries if
they are exhausted or if the Remote
Control is not being used for a long time.
– Do not use old and new or different
types of batteries in combination.
– Batteries contain chemical substances,
so they should be disposed of properly.
1 Turn on yourTV.
2 Turn off yourTV progressive scan mode or turn
on interlaced mode (refer to yourTV user
manual).
3 Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B (B
on the remote) to turn on the DVD player.
Step 2: Setting up theTV
4 Select the correctVideo Input channel.
➜ The DVD background screen appears on the
TV.
IMPORTANT!
Make sure you have completed all the
necessary connections. (See
“ConnectingTV”).
5 Press SYSTEM.
1 Switch the DVD system on and then select DISC
source. (See “Switching the system on/off”).
2 Turn on theTV and set to the correct video-in
channel.You should see the blue Philips DVD
background screen on theTV.
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Getting Started
6 Press 1 2repeatedly to select "VIDEO
1 Turn off yourTV progressive scan mode or turn
on to interlaced mode (refer to yourTV user
manual).
SETUP PAGE".
7 Select "TV MODE" to "P-SCAN", then OK to
confirm.
2 Press SYSTEM on the remote to exit the
system menu and then DISC to exit progressive
scan.
➜ The instruction menu appears on theTV.
➜ The DVD blue background screen will appear
on theTV.
Note:
– During normal playback in the progressive scan
mode, pressing DISC button will exit the
progressive scan mode.
8 Press 1 2to highlight OK in the menu and
press OK to confirm.
There will be a distorted picture on your
TV at this state until you turn on the
progressive scan mode on yourTV.
9 Turn on yourTV progressive scan mode (refer
to yourTV user manual).
➜ The below menu appears on theTV.
0 Press 1 2to highlight OK in the menu and
press OK to confirm.
➜ The setup is complete now and you can start
enjoy the high quality picture.
To deactivate Progressive manually
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When the distorted sign still appears on
theTV, it may be due to the connectedTV
does not accept progressive signals, and
progressive is set by mistake.You must reset the
unit to interlace format.
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Getting Started
Setting the Audio, Subtitle and Disc
Menu language
Step 3: Setting language
preference
You can select your own preferred language
settings.This DVD system will automatically
switch to the selected language whenever you
load a disc. If the language selected is not
available on the disc, the disc’s default language
will be used instead.The OSD language in the
system menu will remain once selected.
Setting the OSD Language
1 Press SYSTEM in stop mode.
2 Press 1 2to select“Preference Page”.
3 Press 3 4to highlight the following in the
Preference Page.
– “Audio” (disc’s soundtrack)
– “Subtitle” (disc’s subtitles)
– “Disc Menu” (disc’s menu)
4 Enter its submenu by pressing 2.
5 Select a language and press OK.
1 Press SYSTEM.
6 Repeat steps 3~5 for other language settings.
2 Press 1 2 to select“General Setup Page”.
3 Use 1 2 3 4on the remote to navigate in the
To exit from the menu
menu.
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Press SYSTEM again.
Move to “OSD Language” and press 2.
If you choose OTHERS in Audio, Subtitle
or Disc Menu,
4 Select a language and press OK.
To exit from the menu
1 Press 3 4to highlight “Others”.
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Press SYSTEM again.
2 Press OK.
3 When you are asked to enter a language code,
input a language code by using the Numeric
Keypad (0-9).
4 Press OK to confirm.
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Basic Operations
To switch off the volume temporarily
Press MUTE on the remote.
➜ Playback will continue without sound and
“MUTING” flashes.
Switching the system on/off
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Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B (B
on the remote).
➜ “HELLO” is displayed briefly.The system will
switch to the last selected source.
To activate sound reproduction, you can:
– press MUTE again;
– adjust the volume controls;
– change source.
Press DISC, TUNER or AUX on the remote.
➜ The system will switch to the selected source.
To switch the system to standby mode
Sound control
DBB, DSC and LOUDNESS sound features
cannot be activated at the same time.
Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B (B
on the remote).
➜ “BYE BYE” is displayed briefly.The interactive
sound settings, last selected source and tuner
presets will be retained in the player’s memory.
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
DBB enhances the bass response.
Switching the system to Eco
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Press DBB on the remote to enable/disable
DBB feature.
➜ Some discs might be recorded in high
modulation, which causes a distortion at high
volume. If this occurs, switch off DBB or reduce
the volume.
Power Standby mode
Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B in
the active mode.
➜ The system enters Eco power standby (the
ECO POWER LED is on) or normal standby
with clock display.
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DSC (Digital Sound Control)
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The volume level (up to a maximum volume
level of 12), interactive sound settings, last
selected mode, source and tuner presets will be
retained in the player's memory.
DSC provides a different type of preset sound
equalizer setting.
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Press DSC on the systme or remote control
repeatedly to select: FLAT, POPS, JAZZ,
CLASSIC or ROCK.
If the system is normal standby with clock display,
press and hold ECO POWER/STANDBY-
ON Bfor 3 seconds or more to switch to Eco
power standby or vice versa.
LOUDNESS
LOUDNESS feature enables the system to
automatically increase the treble and bass sound
effect at low volume (the higher the volume, the
lower the treble and bass increase).
Power-saving automatic standby
As a power-saving feature, the system will
automatically switch to Standby mode if you do
not press any buttons within 15 minutes after a
disc has stopped playing.
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Press LOUDNESS on the remote to enable
or disable LOUDNESS feature.
➜
icon appears/disappears after this feature
Volume control
is enabled/disabled.
Turn VOLUME (-/+) clockwise or anticlockwise
(or press VOLUME +/- on the remote) to
increase or decrease the volume level.
➜ ”VOL XX” is displayed on the display panel.
“XX” denotes the volume level.
Dimming the display screen
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Press DIM repeatedly to select different levels
of brightness for the display screen.
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Disc Operations
IMPORTANT!
Region Codes
– Depending on the DVD orVIDEO CD,
some operations may be different or
restricted.
– Do not push on the disc tray or put
any objects other than disc on the disc
tray. Doing so may cause the disc player
malfunction.
– If the inhibit icon (ø) appears on the
TV screen when a button is pressed, it
means the function is not available on
the current disc or at the current time.
DVDs must be labeled as shown below in order
to play on this DVD system.You cannot play
discs that are labeled for other regions.
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Note:
– If you are having trouble playing a certain disc,
remove the disc and try a different one. Improper
formatted disc will not play on this DVD Player.
Playable Discs
Playing discs
Your DVD Player will play:
– DigitalVideo Discs (DVDs)
– Video CDs (VCDs)
– SuperVideo CDs (SVCDs)
– DigitalVideo Discs + Rewritable (DVD+RW)
– Compact Discs (CDs)
1 Connect the power cords of the system andTV
(or any optional stereo or AV receiver) to a
power outlet.
2 Turn on theTV power and set to the correct
Video In channel. (See “Setting up theTV”).
–
Picture (Kodak, JPEG) files on CDR(W)
3 Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B on
the DVD Player front panel or B on the
remote.
– DivX(R) disc on CD-R(W):
– DivX 3.11, 4.x and 5.x
– WMA
➜ You should see the blue Philips DVD
background screen on theTV.
– Supported MP3-CD format.
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ISO 9660
Max. title/album name –12 characters
Max. title number plus album is 255.
Max. nested directory is 8 levels.
The max. album number is 32.
The max. MP3 track number is 999.
Supported sampling frequencies for MP3 disc:
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz.
4 Press OPEN•CLOSE to open the disc tray
and load in a disc, then press the same button
again to close the disc tray.
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➜ Make sure the label side is facing up.
5 Playback will start automatically (depending on
the disc type).
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Supported Bit-rates of MP3 disc are: 32, 64,
96, 128, 192, 256 (kbps).
➜ If a disc menu appears on theTV, see“Using
the Disc Menu”.
– Following formats can’t be supported
➜ If the disc is locked by parental control, you
must enter your four-digit password. (See
“Password Setup Page”).
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The files like *.VMA, *.AAC, *.DLF, *.M3U,
*.PLS, *.WAV
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Non-English Album/Title name
The discs recorded under Joliet format
MP3 Pro and MP3 with ID3 tag
6 At any time, simply press PRESET-/9 (9 on the
remote) to stop playback.
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Disc Operations
Resuming playback from the last
stopped point (DVD/VCD/CD)
Using the Disc Menu
Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on
theTV screen once you load the disc.
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In stop mode and when a disc has not been
removed, pressÉÅ.
To select a playback feature or item
To cancel resume mode
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Use 1 2 3 4and OK or Numeric Keypad
(0-9) on the remote.
In stop mode, press PRESET-/9 (9 on the
➜ Playback will start automatically.
remote) again.
To access or exit from the menu
Zoom (DVD/VCD/DivX/JPEG)
Press DISC MENU on the remote.
Zooming allows you to enlarge or reduce the
video image during playback.
ForVCD with Playback Control (PBC)
feature (version 2.0 only)
1 Press ZOOM repeatedly to enlarge or reduce
the playback video image.
PBC playback allows you to playVideo CDs
interactively, following the menu on the display.
2 Press 1 2 3 4to pan across theTV screen.
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During playback, press DISC MENU.
➜ If PBC was ON, it will switch to OFF and
continue playback.
➜ If PBC was OFF, it will switch to ON and
return to menu screen.
Repeat (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/DivX/
WMA)
For DVD/VCD/CD
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Press MODE repeatedly to choose a repeat
mode during playback.
Basic playback controls
CHAPTER (DVD)
– to repeat playback of the current chapter.
Pausing playback (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/
DivX/WMA)
TRACK (CD/VCD)/TITLE (DVD)
– to repeat playback of the current track (CD/
SVCD/VCD)/title (DVD).
1 During playback, press ÉÅ.
➜ Playback will pause and sound will be muted.
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2 Press ÉÅagain to resume.
– to repeat playback of all the disc.
SHUFFLE
– to repeat playback at random order.
Selecting a track/chapter/title (DVD/
VCD/DivX/CD)
For MP3/WMA/DivX
1 Press ™ (CH + ™ on the remote) during
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Press MODE continuously to access different
repeat modes.
➜ Shuffle: play all files in the selected folder in
random order.
playback to go to the next chapter/track
2 Press ¡ (CH - ¡ on the remote) to go to the
previous chapter/track.
➜ Repeat One: play an MP3/WMA file
repeatedly.
➜ Repeat All: play all files repeatedly.
➜ Off: switches off the shuffle or repeat mode.
3 To go directly to any chapter/track/title, enter the
chapter/track/title number using the Numeric
Keypad (0-9).
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Disc Operations
For MP3/WMA
Repeat A-B (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/DivX/
WMA)
1 In Stop mode, press DISC MENU to switch
the menu between Album and Filelist.
1 Press A-B at your chosen starting point.
2 When Filelist is on the screen, press 3 4to
select the files and press PROG to add the files
to the program list.
2 Press A-B again at your chosen end point.
➜ The section A and B can be set only within
the same chapter/track.
➜ The section will now repeat continuously.
3 Press DISC MENU to display the program list.
3 To exit the sequence, press A-B again.
4 Press PROG to delete unwanted files from the
program list.
Slow Motion (DVD/VCD)
Forward/Reverse Searching (DVD/VCD/
DivX/CD/MP3/WMA)
1 Press SLOW during playback to select the
required speed: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 or 1/16 (backward
or forward).
1 Press TU +/- (à á) during playback to select
the required speed: 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X or 32X
(backward or forward).
➜ Sound will be muted.
2 To return to normal speed, press ÉÅ.
➜ Sound will be muted.
Note:
2 To return to normal speed, press ÉÅ.
– Slow backward is not possible onVCDs.
Time search & search by chapter/track
number (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/WMA)
Program (not for Picture CD)
To select favourite tracks/chapters for playback in
preferred sequence.
1 Press GOTO/ST until the time or chapter/track
edit box appears.
2 Enter hours, minutes and seconds from left to
right in the time edit box using remote control
numerical keypad.
For DVD/VCD/CD
OR
Enter your desired chapter/track number in the
chapter/track edit box using remote control
numerical keypad.
Information display during playback
(not for Picture CD)
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During playback, press DISPLAY to show disc
information on theTV screen.
(DVD program for example)
1 Press PROG on the remote to enter the
For DVD
program mode.
➜ Title/Chapter Elapsed: displays the
elapsed time of the current title/chapter.
➜ Title/Chapter Remain: displays the
remaining time of the current title/chapter.
➜ Display Off: switches time display off.
2 Use the Numerical Keypad (0-9) to directly
input the tracks or chapters (single track number
with digit “0” in front, for example “05”).
3 Move the cursor by pressing 1 2 3 4to
select START.
4 Press OK to start playback.
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Disc Operations
For SuperVCD/VCD/DivX/CD
➜ Single/Total Elapsed: displays the elapsed
time of the current single/total track.
➜ Single/Total Remain: displays the
remaining time of the current single/total track.
➜ Display Off: switches time display off.
Playing MP3/WMA disc
IMPORTANT!
For DRM protectedWMA files, use
Windows Media Player 10 (or later) for
CD burning/conversion.Visit
Windows Media Player andWM DRM
(Windows Media Digital Rights
Management).
Special disc features
Playing aTitle (DVD)
1 Press DISC MENU.
General operation
➜ The disc title menu appears on theTV screen.
1 Load an MP3/WMA disc.
➜ The data disc menu appears on theTV
screen.
2 Use 1 2 3 4 or Numeric Keypad (0-9) to
select a play option.
3 Press OK to confirm.
2 Use 3 4to select an album and press OK to
open the album.
Camera Angle (DVD)
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Press ANGLE repeatedly to select different
desired angle.
Changing the Audio Language (for
DVD recorded with multiple languages)
Press AUDIO repeatedly to select different
audio languages.
Changing the Audio Channel (forVCD
only)
3 Press 3 4or use the Numeric Keypad (0-9)
Press AUDIO to select the available audio
channels provided by the disc (Mono Left, Mono
Right or Stereo).
to highlight a track.
4 Press OK to confirm.
➜ The playback will start from the selected
track to the end of the album.
Subtitles (DVD)
Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select different
subtitle languages.
Note:
– The disc reading time may exceed 10 seconds
due to large number of songs compiled onto the
disc.
Playing MP3/WMA/JPEG Picture
CD
Playback selection
IMPORTANT!
You have to turn on yourTV and set to
the correctVideo In channel. (See
“Setting up theTV”).
During playback, you can:
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Press ¡ / ™ (CH +/- ¡ / ™ on the remote) to
select another track in the current album.
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Press ÉÅrepeatedly to pause/resume playback.
Press DISC MENU on the remote to switch
between Album and Filelist.
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Disc Operations
To enter the remote key function menu
Use 1 2 3 4to highlight“Menu” and press
OK.
Playing JPEG Picture CD
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General operation
1 Load a JPEG Picture CD.
➜ The data disc menu appears on theTV
screen.
2 Use 3 4 to select a folder and press OK to
open the folder.
3 Press 3 4 or use the Numeric Keypad (0-9)
to highlight a picture file.
4 Press OK to confirm.
➜ The playback will start from the selected
picture to the end of the folder.
To display the other pictures on the
previous/next page
Playback selection
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Press ¡ / ™ (CH +/- ¡ / ™ on the remote).
During playback, you can:
Use 1 2 3 4to highlight“Prev” or “Next” and
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Press ¡ / ™ (CH +/- ¡ / ™ on the remote) to
select another file in the current folder.
press OK.
Zoom picture (JPEG)
Use 1 2 3 4on the remote to rotate/flip the
picture files.
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During playback, press ZOOM repeatedly to
display the picture with different scales.
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Press ÉÅrepeatedly to pause/resume playback.
Use 1 2 3 4to view the zoomed picture.
Press DISC MENU on the remote to switch
between Folder and Filelist.
Slide show playback modes (JPEG)
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During playback, press PROG on the remote
repeatedly to select different slide-show playback
modes:
Special JPEG features
Preview function (JPEG)
This function shows the content of the current
folder or the whole disc.
Mode 0: None
Mode 1:WipeTop
Mode 2:Wipe Bottom
Mode 3:Wipe Left
Mode 4:Wipe Right
1 Press PRESET-/9 (9 on the remote) during
playback.
➜ Thumbnails of 12 pictures appears on theTV
Mode 5: DiagonalWipe LeftTop
Mode 6: DiagonalWipe RightTop
Mode 7: DiagonalWipe Left Bottom
Mode 8: DiagonalWipe Right Bottom
Mode 9: Extend From Center H
Mode 10: Extend From CenterV
Mode 11: CompressTo Center H
Mode 12: CompressTo CenterV
Mode 13:Window H
screen.
Mode 14:WindowV
Mode 15:Wipe From EdgeTo Center
Mode 16: Move In FromTop
2 Use 1 2 3 4to highlight one of the pictures/
”Slide Show” and press OK to start playback/
slide show.
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Disc Operations
Playback with multi-angles (JPEG)
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During playback, press 1 2 3 4to rotate the
picture on theTV screen.
3: flip the picture vertically.
4: flip the picture horizontally.
1: rotate the picture anti-clockwise.
2: rotate the picture clockwise.
Playing a DivX disc
This DVD player supports the DivX movie
playback that you download from your
computer onto a CD-R/RW (see “System Menu
Options-DIVX(R)VOD registration code” for
more information).
1 Load a DivX disc.
➜ Playback will start automatically. If not press
ÉÅ.
2 If the DivX movie contains external subtitles, the
subtitle menu will appear on theTV screen for
your selection.
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In this case, pressing SUBTITLE on the remote
control will turn on or off the subtitle.
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If multilingual subtitles are embedded on the
DivX disc, pressing SUBTITLE will change the
subtitle language during playback.
Note:
– Subtitle files with the following filename
extensions (.srt, .smi, .sub, .ssa, .ass) are supported
but do not appear on the file navigation menu.
– The subtitle filename have to be the same as
the filename of the movie.
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System Menu Options
Basic operations
TV Display
1 Press SYSTEM to enter the Setup Menu.
2 Press 1 2to select a page to be set.
3 Press 3 4 to highlight an option.
4 Enter its submenu by pressing 2or OK.
Set the aspect ratio of the DVD Player according
to theTV you have connected.
➜ 4:3 PANSCAN: If you have a normalTV
and want both sides of the picture to be
trimmed or formatted to fit yourTV screen.
5 Move the cursor by pressing 3 4 to highlight
the selected item.
➜ In cases of value setting, press 1 2to adjust
values.
6 Press OK to confirm.
➜ 4:3 LETTER BOX: If you have a normalTV.
In this case, a wide picture with black bands on
the upper and lower portions of theTV screen
will be displayed.
To return to the upper-level menu
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Press 1or OK (in cases of value adjustment).
To exit from the menu
Press SYSTEM again.
➜ The settings will be stored in the player’s
memory even if the player is switched off.
➜ 16:9: If you have a wide-screenTV.
Note:
– Some of the features in the System Menu
Options are described in “Getting Started”.
General Setup Page
OSD Language
The options included in General Setup page are:
“TV Display”,“OSD Language”,“Screen
Saver”and “DIVX(R)VOD”.
See“Getting Started-Step 3: Setting language
preference”.
Screen Saver
This function is used to turn the screen saver on
or off.
➜ On: In STOP, PAUSE or No DISC mode, if no
actions are performed about 3 minutes, the
screen saver will be activated.
➜ Off: Screen saver is disabled.
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System Menu Options
DIVX(R)VOD registration code
Digital Audio Setup
Philips provides you the DivX® VOD (Video On
Demand) registration code that allows you to
rent and purchase videos using the DivX® VOD
service.
The options included in Digital Audio Setup are:
“SPDIF Off”,“All” and “PCM only”.
vod.
1 In ‘General Setup Page’, press 3 4to
highlight DIVX(R)VOD, then press 2or OK to
ener its submenu and press OK again to
confirm.
➜ The registration code will appear.
➜ SPDIF Off:Turns off the SPDIF output.
➜ All: If you have connected your DIGITAL
OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) to a multi-
channel decoder/receiver.
➜ PCM only: Only if your receiver is not
capable of decoding multi-channel audio.
Dolby Digital Setup
The option included in Dolby Digital Setup is:
“Dual Mono”.
2 Press OK to exit.
3 Use the registration code to purchase or rent
the videos from DivX® VOD service at
download the video onto a CD-R for playback
on this DVD player.
Notes:
– All the downloaded videos from DivX® VOD can
only be played back on this DVD player.
– Time search feature is not available during
DivX movie playback.
Dual Mono
Select the setting that matches the number of
speakers you have connected.
➜ Stereo: Left mono sound will send output
signals to Left speaker and Right mono sound will
send output signals to Right speaker.
➜ L-Mono: Left mono sound will send output
signals to Left speaker and Right speaker.
➜ R-Mono: Right mono sound will send output
signals to Left speaker and Right speaker.
Audio Setup Page
The options included in Audio Setup page are:
“Digital Audio Setup”,“Dolby Digital Setup”,“3D
Processing”,“HDCD” and“Night Mode”.
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System Menu Options
Night Mode
3D Processing
In this mode, the high volume outputs are
softened and low volume outputs are brought
upward to an audible level. It is useful for
watching your favourite action movie without
disturbing others at night.
The option included in 3D Processing is:
“Reverb Mode”.
➜ On: Select this to level out the volume.This
feature is only available for movies with Dolby
Digital mode.
➜ Off: Select this when you want to enjoy the
surround sound with its full dynamic range.
Video Setup Page
Reverb Mode
The options included inVideo Setup page are:
“Video Output”,“TV Mode” and“Color Setting”.
Reverb mode provides a virtual surround sound
experience using just two speakers.
➜ Off, Concert, Living Room, Hall,
Bathroom, Cave, Arena and Church.
HDCD
The option included in HDCD (High Definition
Compatible Digital) is: “Filter”.
Video Output
Sets the video output according to your video
connection.This setting is not required if you are
using the VIDEO OUTPUT jack (yellow) to
connect the DVD micro system to yourTV.
➜ Pr/Cr Pb/CbY: Select this if you have
connected the DVD micro system to yourTV
using Component video jacks.
➜ S-Video: Select this if you have connected
the DVD micro system to yourTV using S-Video
jack.
Filter
Sets the audio output cutoff frequency point
when playing an HDCD disc.
➜ Off, 44.1K and 88.2K.
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System Menu Options
TV Mode
Preference Page
Selects interlace or P-SCAN video output mode
when Pr/Cr Pb/CbY is selected.
➜ P-SCAN and Interlace.
The options included in Preference page are:
“TVType”,“Audio”,“Subtitle”,“Disc Menu”,
“Parental” and “Default”.
In the progressive scan mode, you can enjoy the
high quality picture with less flickers. It only
works when you have connected the DVD
player'sY Pb Pr jacks to yourTV that supports
the progressive video input. Otherwise, a
distorted picture will appear on theTV. For
proper progressive scan set up, see page 19-20.
Color Setting
This menu helps you to set the video quality.
1 Press 3 4 to highlight “Color Setting”.
2 Press 2or OK to enter Color Setting Setup.
Note:
– Preference features can be selected only
during “No Disc” condition or full STOP mode.
The options included in Color Setting Setup
page are:“Sharpness”,“Brightness”,“Contrast”,
“Gamma”,“Hue”,“Saturation” and “Luma Delay”.
Parental
Some DVDs may have a parental level assigned
to the complete disc or to certain scenes on
the disc.This feature lets you set a playback
limitation level.
The rating levels are from 1 to 8 and are
country dependent.You can prohibit the playing
of certain discs that are not suitable for your
children or have certain discs played with
alternative scenes.
Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness level.
➜ High, Medium and Low.
Brightness
Adjusts the brightness level. Range: -20-+20.
Contrast
Adjusts the contrast level. Range: -16-+16.
Gamma
Adjusts the gamma level.
➜ High, Medium, Low and None.
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VCD, SVCD and CD have no level indication, so
parental control function has no effect on those
kinds of discs.This applies to most illegal DVD
discs.
Hue
Adjusts the hue level. Range: -9-+9.
1 Press 3 4 to highlight“Parental”.
Saturation
Adjusts the saturation level. Range: -9-+9.
2 Enter its submenu by pressing 2.
3 Use 3 4 to highlight a rating level for the disc
Luma Delay
inserted.
Adjusts the luma delay.
➜ 0T and 1T.
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System Menu Options
➜ DVDs that are rated above the level you
selected will not play unless you enter your four-
digit password and choose a higher level rating.
Password Setup Page
The options included in Password Setup page
are:“Password Mode” and“Password”.
Note:
– Some DVDs are not encoded with a rating
though the movie rating may be printed on the
Disc cover.The rating level feature does not work
for such Discs.
Rating explanations
1 KID SAF
– Kids material; recommended especially for
children and viewers of all ages.
Password Mode
2 G
This feature is used to enable/disable password
by selecting “ON”/”OFF”.
– General Audience; recommended as
acceptable for viewers of all ages.
Password
3 PG
– Parental Guidance suggested.
Enter your four digit password when a hint is
displayed on the screen.The default password is
1234.
4 PG 13
– Material is unsuitable for children under age
13.
1 Press 3 4 to highlight“Password”.
5-6 PGR, R
2 Enter its submenu by pressing 2.
– Parental Guidance - Restricted;
recommended that parents restrict children
under 17 from viewing or allow to view only
when supervised by a parent or adult guardian.
3 Press OK to open the page for inputting a new
password.
7 NC-17
– No children under age 17; not recommended
viewing for children under age 17.
8 Adult
– Mature materials; should be viewed only by
adults due to graphic sexual material, violence or
language.
Default
4 Enter the existing 4-digit code.
Setting the “Default” function will reset all
options and your personal settings to the factory
defaults and all your personal settings will be
erased.
5 Enter the new 4-digit code.
6 Enter the new 4-digit code a second time to
confirm.
➜ The new 4-digit code will take effect.
Caution!
7 Press OK to exit.
– When this function is activated, all
settings will be reset to factory defaults.
Notes:
– If the password has been changed, the parental
and disc lock code will also be changed.
– The default password (1234) is always active
even the password has been changed.
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Other Functions
Listening to preset radio stations
Radio Reception
Tuning to radio stations
●
In tuner mode, press PRESET+ or PRESET-/9
(or CH +/- (¡ / ™) on the remote) to select
the desired preset number.
➜ The preset number, radio frequency, and
waveband are displayed.
1 Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B (B
on the remote) to switch on the last selected
source.
2 Press SOURCE (TUNER on the remote) to
selectTUNER mode.
Setting the clock
3 Press TUNER on the remote again to select
1 In Standby mode, press and hold CLOCKon
the remote until the time flashes on the display.
➜ ”CLOCK SET” is displayed briefly.Then, the
hour digits flash on the display screen.
the desired band: FM or AM.
4 Press and hold ¡ / ™ (CH +/- ¡ / ™ on the
remote) until the frequency indication starts to
change, then release.
2 Turn VOLUME -/+ clockwise or anticlockwise
or press VOLUME +/- on the remote to set
the hours.
➜ The system automatically tunes to the next
strong radio station.
●
To tune to a weak station, press ¡ / ™ (CH +/-
à / á on the remote) briefly and repeatedly
until an optimal reception is found.
3 Press CLOCK to confirm.
➜ The minute digits flash on the display screen.
4 Turn VOLUME -/+ clockwise or anticlockwise
or press VOLUME +/- on the remote to set
the minutes.
5 Repeat Step 4 if necessary until you find the
desired radio station.
Presetting radio stations
5 Press CLOCK again to confirm the clock
setting.
You can preset up to 40 stations (20 in each
band) regardless of the reception.
Notes:
– This system only supports 24-hour mode.
– The clock setting will be erased when the
system is disconnected from the power supply.
– The system will exit clock setting mode if no
button is pressed within 30 seconds.
Automatic progamming
●
Press PROG on the remote for more than two
seconds to activate programming.
➜ All available stations are programmed.
Manual progamming
Setting sleep/wake-up timer
1 Tune to your desired radio station (refer to
“Tuning to radio stations”).
Sleep timer setting
2 Press PROG on the remote.
In power-on mode, the sleep setting enables
the system to switch to standby mode
automatically at a preset time.
➜ ”PROG” icon flashes.
3 Press PRESET+ or PRESET-/9 (or CH +/-
(¡ / ™) on the remote) to select the desired
preset number.
1 In power-on mode, press SLEEP/TIMER on
the remote repeatedly to select a preset time.
➜ The selections are as follows (time in
minutes):
➜ If “PROG” icon goes off before you select the
desired preset number, press PROG on the
remote.
00 ➜ 10 ➜ 20 ➜ 30 ➜ 40 ➜ 50 ➜ 60 ➜ 70
➜ 80 ➜ 90 ➜ 00
4 Press PROG on the remote again to store the
radio station.
●
Repeat steps 1-4 to store other radio stations.
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Other Functions
2 When you reach the desired length of time, stop
pressing SLEEP/TIMER.
➜ ”SLEEP” appears.
To deactivate the sleep timer
●
Press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly until “00” is
displayed, or press ECO POWER/
STANDBY-ON B (B on the remote).
In standby mode, the timer setting enables
the system to switch on automatically at a set
time.
Wake-up timer setting
IMPORTANT!
– Before setting the timer, ensure that
the clock is set correctly.
1 Press and hold SLEEP/TIMER until the time
flashes on the display.
➜ ”TIME SET” scrolls.Then, the hour digits
flash on the display screen.
2 Turn VOLUME -/+ clockwise or anticlockwise
or press VOLUME -/+ on the remote to set
the hours.
3 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm.
➜ The minute digits flash on the display screen.
4 Turn VOLUME -/+ clockwise or anticlockwise
or press VOLUME -/+ on the remote to set
the minutes.
5 Press SLEEP/TIMER to confirm the time
setting.
➜ ”OFF” flashes on the display screen.
6 Turn VOLUME -/+ clockwise or anticlockwise
or press VOLUME -/+ on the remote to select
“ON”.
➜
icon appears on the display screen.
To deactivate the timer
●
Select“OFF” at Step 6.
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Specifications
SPEAKERS
SYSTEM
Impedance........................................................................ 4 Ω
Sensitivity .............................................................. 80 4dB
Frequency response ................................ 80Hz-16kHz
Dimensions . 160 (W) x 270 (H) x 225 (D) mm
........................ 6.3” (W) x 10.6” (H) x 8.8” (D) inch
Weight........................ 3.1 kg/each/6.8 pounds each
Power supply ........................................... 120V / 60 Hz
Rated working power consumption (1/8 rated
output power) ........................................................ ≤ 55W
AUX input sensitivity ..................................... ≤ 350mV
Channel Separation ............................................. ≥ 40dB
Distortion ....................................................................... 0.7%
Eco power Standby................................................ < 1W
REMOTE
Distance...............................................................................6m
Angle ............................................................................... 300
DVD
Frequency response ........... 100Hz-20kHz ( 1dB)
Video output ................................................................1VP-P
Horizontal definition................................... 500 (TV)
Dimensions ....... 232 (W) x 75.5 (H) x 223.5 (D)
mm
Specifications subject to change without
prior notice
........................... 9.1” (W) x 3.0” (H) x 8.8” (D) inch
Weight............................................. 1.85 kg/4.1 pounds
AMPLIFIER
Rated output power (THD = 10%) ..........................
........................................................................... 1x50W(4Ω)
Frequency response ........... 100Hz-20kHz ( 1dB)
S/N Ratio ................................................................... ≥ 60dB
Loaded impedance ..................................................... 4 Ω
Dimensions ....... 232 (W) x 75.5 (H) x 223.5 (D)
mm
........................... 9.1” (W) x 3.0” (H) x 8.8” (D) inch
Weight................................................ 3.3 kg/7.3 pounds
TUNER
FM Frequency range.......................... 87.5-108 MHz
FM Noise limit sensitivity .......................... ≤ 20µV/M
FM S/N........................................................................ ≥ 46dB
AM Frequency range .......................... 520-1710 kHz
AM Noise limit sensitivity........................ ≤ 3.0µV/m
AM S/N ...................................................................... ≥ 40dB
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Troubleshooting
WARNING
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, consult your dealer or Philips for
help.
Problem
Solution
No power.
✔
✔
Check if the AC power cord is properly
connected.
Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B on
the top of the DVD micro system or B on the
remote to turn on the power.
✔
✔
✔
Check if theTV is switched on.
Check the video connection.
Press SOURCE on the top of the DVD player
repeatedly to select“DVD” or press DISC on
the remote.
No picture.
✔
Set yourTV to the correctVideo In channel.This
channel is usually near channel 00. Or, you may
have a button on theTV remote control that
selects Auxiliary or A/V IN channel. See yourTV
owner’s manual for details. Or, change channels
at theTV until you see DVD screen on theTV.
If the progressive scan feature is activated but
the connectedTV does not support progressive
signals or the cables are not connected
accordingly, see page 19-20 for proper
progressive scan setup or deactivate the
progressive scan feature as below:
✔
1)Turn off yourTV progressive scan mode or
turn on to interlaced mode.
2) Press SYSTEM on the remote to exit the
system menu and then DISC to exit progressive
scan.
✔
✔
✔
Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion
may appear.This is not a malfunction.
Clean the disc.
Distorted or poor picture.
Completely distorted picture or black/
white picture.
TV has a colour system standard. If the disc’s or
DVD system’s colour system is different than
yourTV’s colour system, the picture may be
distorted or colourless.
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Troubleshooting
The aspect ratio of the screen cannot be
changed even though you have set theTV
shape.
✔
✔
The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD disc.
Depending on theTV, it may not be possible to
change the aspect ratio.
No sound or distorted sound.
✔
✔
Adjust the volume.
Check that the speakers are connected
correctly.
✔
✔
✔
Replace the speaker cables.
Disconnect the headphones.
The system is in pause, slow motion or fast
forward/reverse mode, press PRESET/ÉÅ
(or ÉÅ on the remote) to resume normal
play mode.
The micro DVD player does not start
playback.
✔
✔
Insert a readable disc with the playback side
facing down.
Check the disc type, colour system and regional
code. Check for any scratches or smudges on
the disc.
✔
✔
✔
Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the setup
menu screen.
Cancel the parental control rating function or
change the rating level.
Moisture has condensed inside the system.
Remove the disc and leave the system turned
on for about an hour.
The DVD micro system does not
respond when the buttons are pressed.
✔
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and
insert again.
✔
✔
✔
Multi-language sound or subtitle is not
recorded on the DVD.
Changing the language for the sound or subtitle
is prohibited on the DVD.
Cannot activate some features, such as
Angles, Subtitles, or multi-language
Audio.
The features may not be available on the disc.
✔
✔
✔
Tune in to the correct frequency.
Connect the antennas.
Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.
Fully extend the FM wire antenna. Position for
best reception and secure to a wall.
Connect an outdoor FM or AM antenna.
Adjust the direction and position for best
reception.
✔
✔
✔
✔
Place the antenna farther away from any
equipment that may be causing the noise.
Increase the distance between the system and
yourTV or other equipment.
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Troubleshooting
The remote control does not function.
✔
✔
Select the correct source (DISC orTUNER, for
example) before pressing the function button.
Point the remote control at the remote sensor
of the unit.
✔
✔
✔
✔
Reduce the distance to the player.
Remove any possible obstacles.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
Check that the batteries are loaded correctly.
The display is dark.
✔
✔
Press DIM again.
Low hum or buzz sound.
Place the DVD micro system as far away as
possible from electrical devices that may be
causing interference.
✔
✔
Check all speakers for correct polarity.
Low bass response.
Check that the output of the video signal is
switched to 'Ypbpr'.
Unable to select Progressive Scan
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Glossary
Parental control: A function of the DVD to
limit playback of the disc by the age of the users
according to the limitation level in each country.
The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is
activated, playback will be prohibited if the
Analog: Sound that has not been turned into
numbers.Analog sound varies, while digital sound
has specific numerical values.These jacks send
audio through two channels, the left and right.
Aspect ratio: The ratio of vertical and
horizontal sizes of a displayed image.The
horizontal vs. vertical ratio of conventionalTVs. is
4:3, and that of wide-screens is 16:9.
software’s level is higher than the user-set level.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation): A system
for converting analog sound signal to digital
signal for later processing without data
compression.
AUDIO OUT Jacks: Jacks on the back of the
DVD System that send audio to another system
(TV set, Stereo, etc.).
Playback control (PBC): Refers to the signal
recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for
Bit Rate: The amount of data used to hold a
given length of music; measured in kilobits per
second, or kbps. Or, the speed at which you
record. Generally, the higher the bit rate the
better the sound quality. However, higher bit
rates use more space on a Disc.
reproduction control. By using screen menus
recorded on aVideo CD or SVCD that supports
PBC, you can enjoy interactive-type software as
well as software having a search function.
Progressive Scan (P-Scan): It displays all the
horizontal lines of a picture at one time, as a
signal frame. This system can convert interlaced
video from DVD into progressive format for
connection to a progressive display. It
Chapter: Sections of a picture or a music
piece on a DVD that are smaller than titles.A
title is composed of several chapters. Each
chapter is assigned a chapter number enabling
you to locate the chapter you want.
dramatically increases the vertical resolution. A
progressive scanTV set is needed to receive
progressive scan output from the system.
ComponentVideo Out Jacks: Jacks on the
back of the DVD System that send high-quality
video to aTV set that has ComponentVideo In
jacks (R/G/B, Y/Pb/Pr, etc.).
Region code: A system allowing discs to be
played only in preset regions.This unit will only
play discs that have compatible region codes.You
can find the region code of your unit from the
product label. Some discs are compatible with
more than one region (or ALL regions).
Disc menu: A screen display prepared for the
selection of images, sound, subtitles, multi-angles,
etc recorded on a DVD.
S-Video: Produces a clear picture by sending
separate signals for luminance and the color.You
can use S-Video only if yourTV set has S-Video
In jack.
Digital: Sound that has been converted into
numerical values. Digital sound is available when
you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL
or OPTICAL jacks.These jacks send audio
through multiple channels, instead of just two
channels as analog does.
Sampling Frequency: Frequency of data
sampling when analog data is converted to
digital data. Sampling frequency numerically
represents how many times the original analog
signal is sampled per second.
Dolby Digital: A surround sound system
developed by Dolby Laboratories containing up
to six channels of digital audio (front left and
right, surround left and right and center).
Surround: A system for users to create
realistic three-dimensional sound fields full of
realism by arranging multiple speakers around
the listener.
JPEG: A still-picture data compression system
proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert
Group, which features small decrease in image
quality in spite of its high compression ratio.
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.
MP3: A file format with a sound data
compression system,“MPE”is the abbreviation of
Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1)
Audio Layer 3.Through the MP3 format, one
CD-R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times as
much data volume as a regular CD can.
Multichannel: DVD is specified to have all
sound tracks constitute one sound field.
Multichannel refers to a structure of sound
tracks having three or more channels.
VIDEO OUT jack: Jack on the back of the
DVD System that sends video toTV.
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