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MCD280DVD Micro Hi-Fi System
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro-logic” and the double-D symbol are trade-
marks of dolby Laboratories.
MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DIGITAL
THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. US PAT. NO 5,451,942,
5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 AND OTHER WORLD-
WIDE PATENTS ISSUED AND PENDING. “DTS” AND “DTS
DIGITAL SURROUND” ARE RESISTERED TRADEMARKS
OF DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. COPYRIGHT 1996,
2000 DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ALL RIGHTS
RESERVED.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reserve engineering or disassem-
bly is prohibited.
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AVISO IMPORTANTEPhilips Mexicana, S.A. de C.V. no se hace
responsable por daños o desperfectos causados por:– Maltrato, descuido o mal uso, presencia de
insectos o roedores (cucarachas, ratones etc.).– Cuando el aparato no haya sido operarado
de acuerdo con el instructivo del uso, fuera de los valores nominales y tolerancias de lastensiones (voltaje), frecuencia (ciclaje) dealimentación eléctrica y las características que deben reunir las instalaciones auxiliares.
– Por fenómenos naturales tales como:temblores, inundaciones, incendios, descargaseléctricas, rayos etc. o delitos causados porterceros (choques asaltos, riñas, etc.).
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CAUTIONUse of controls oradjustments or performanceof procedures other thanherein may result inhazardous radiationexposure or other unsafeoperation.
MéxicoEs necesario que lea cuidadosamente su instructivo demanejo.
No abrir, riesgo de choque eléctrico
Verifique que el voltaje de alimentaciónsea el requerido para su aparato
ATENCIÓN
Para evitar el riesgo de choque eléctrico, no quite la tapa.En caso de requerir servicio, dirijase al personal calificado.
PRECAUCIÓN - ADVERTENCIA
Descripción: Microsistema de AudioModelo : MCD280/ 21Alimentación: 110–127 / 220–240V; ~50/60 HzConsumo: 30 WImportador: Philips Mexicana, S.A. de C.V.Domicilio: Av. La Palma No.6
Col. San Fernando La HerraduraHuixquilucan
Localidad y Tel: Edo. de México C.P. 52784Tel.52 69 90 00
Exportador: Philips Electronics HK, Ltd.País de Origen: ChinaNº de Serie: ______________________________
LEA CUIDADOSAMENTE ESTE INSTRUCTIVOANTES DE USAR SU APARATO.
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Contents
General InformationFeatures .................................................................. 8Discs for playback ................................................ 8Supplied accessories ............................................ 8Environmental information ................................ 9Care and safety information .............................. 9
ConnectionsRear connections ............................................... 10Step 1: Placing speakers .................................... 11Step 2: Connecting speakers ............................ 12Step 3: Connecting TV set ................................ 12Step 4: Connecting the subwoofer ................. 14Step 5: Connecting Digital out ........................ 15Step 6: Connecting the power cord ............... 15
ControlsControls on the system .................................... 16Controls on the remote control .............. 16-17
PreparationsStep 1: Inserting batteries into the remotecontrol .................................................................. 18Step 2: Setting the clock ................................... 18Step 3: Setting language preference ................ 19Step 4: Setting video preference ..................... 19
Disc OperationsPlaying discs ......................................................... 21Using the disc menu .......................................... 21
Skipping to another title (track) / chapter 21Shuffle play mode ............................................ 21Repeat play mode ........................................... 22Repeating a section within a chapter/track ................................................................................ 22
Programing favorite tracks ............................ 22Playing in slow motion mode ....................... 22Fast search ........................................................ 23Moving to another title (track) / chapter .. 23GOTO ............................................................... 23Zooming in ....................................................... 24
Special VCD/SVCD features ............................ 24Playback control (PBC) ................................ 24Viewing from another angle ......................... 24
DVD Menu OperationsUsing the system menu ..................................... 25
Setting language preference .......................... 25Setting video preference ............................... 25Setting audio ..................................................... 25
Night mode ...................................................... 26Setting rating .................................................... 26
MP3 / Picture Disc OperationsPlaying MP3 / picture disc ................................. 28
MP3 / picture disc ........................................... 28
Mixed-mode disc ................................... 28
Radio ReceptionTuning to radio stations .................................... 29Programming radio stations ............................. 29
Automatic programming ............................... 29Manual programming ...................................... 29
Tuning to preset radio stations ....................... 30Changing tuning grid .......................................... 30
Tape Operation/RecordingTape playback ...................................................... 31Rewinding / Fast forwarding ............................ 31General information on recording ................. 31Preparation for recording ................................ 32Synchro start CD recording ............................ 32One touch recording ......................................... 32Recording timer .................................................. 32
Clock/TimerClock setting ....................................................... 33Timer setting ....................................................... 33Activating and deactivating timer ................... 33Sleep timer setting ............................................. 33
Sound and Volume ControlsSound control ..................................................... 34
Adjusting volume and sound ........................ 34Incredible Surround ........................................ 34
Microphone Mixing ............................................ 34Key Control ......................................................... 34Echo ....................................................................... 34
Switching off the volume temporarily ........ 34Listening through headphones ..................... 34
Specifications ........................................... 35
Troubleshooting .............................. 36-37
Glossary ......................................................... 38
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IMPORTANT!PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VOLTAGESELECTOR LOCATED AT THE REAR OFTHIS SYSTEM IS PRESET AT 220V FROMTHE FACTORY. FOR COUNTRIES THATOPERATE AT 110V-127V, PLEASE ADJUSTTO 110V-127V BEFORE YOU SWITCH ONTHE SYSTEM.
FeaturesYour DVD Micro System with 2-channel fulldigital amplifier creates the same dynamic soundqualities that you find in full-fledged cinemas andincorporates some of the best features in hometheater technology.
Other features include:Built-in DTS and Dolby Digital decoder,supporting Incredible Surround andstereo.
Additional Component ConnectionsLets you connect other audio and audio/visualcomponents to the system so you can use thesystem’s surround sound speakers.
Parental control (rating level)Lets you set a rating level so that your childrencannot watch a DVD that has a rating higherthan you set.
Sleep timerEnables the system to switch to standby modeautomatically at a preset time.
Discs for playbackYour DVD System will play:– Digital Video Discs (DVDs)– Video CDs (VCDs)– Super Video CDs (SVCDs)– Windows Media Audio (WMA)– Digital Video Discs + Rewritable (DVD+RW)– Compact Discs (CDs)– Picture (Kodak, JPEG) files on CDR(W)– Supported MP3-CD format.• ISO 9660 / UDF format• 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.• Supported Bit-rates of MP3 disc are: 32, 64,
96, 128, 192, 256 (kbps).
The following formats can’t be supported• The files like *.VMA, *.AAC, *.DLF, *.M3U,
*.PLS, *.WAV,• Non-English Album/Title name• The discs recorded under Joliet format
Region codes
DVDs must be labeled for ALL regions or forRegion 3 in order to play on this system. Youcannot play discs that are labeled for otherregions.
Notes:– For mixed mode discs, only one mode will beselected for playback according to the recordingformat.– If you are having trouble playing a certain disc,remove the disc and try a different one. Improperlyformatted discs will not play on this system.
Supplied accessories
– Composite video cable (yellow)
– Component video cables(red/blue/green)
– Audio cables (white, red)
– FM wire antenna
– MW loop antenna
– Plug adapter (not for allversions )
– Remote Control andtwo AA batteries
– This instruction booklet and a Quick Use Guide
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General Information/Maintenance
Environmental information
Any unnecessary packaging has been omitted.We have tried to make the packaging easy toseparate into three materials: cardboard (box),polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags,protective foam sheet).
Your system consists of materials which can berecycled and reused if disassembled by aspecialised company. Please observe the localregulations regarding the disposal of packagingmaterials, exhausted batteries and oldequipment.
Care and safety information
Avoid high temperatures, moisture,water and dust
Do not expose the system, batteries or discs tohumidity, rain, sand or excessive heat (caused byheating equipment or direct sunlight). Alwayskeep disc trays closed to avoid dust buildup onthe lens.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shallbe placed on the apparatus.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,should be placed on the apparatus.
Avoid condensation problem The lens may cloud over when the player is
suddenly moved from cold to warmsurroundings, making it impossible to play a disc.Leave the player in the warm environment untilthe moisture evaporates.
Do not block the vents Do not operate the system in an enclosed
cabinet and allow about 10 cm (4 inches) of freespace all around the player for adequateventilation.
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DVD Micro Hi-Fi System
The ventilation should not be impeded bycovering the ventilation openings with items, suchas newspapers table-cloths, curtains, etc.
Cleaning the cabinet Use soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use a solutioncontaining alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasives.
Cleaning discs To clean a CD, wipe it in a
straight line from the centertowards the edge using soft andlint-free cloth. A cleaning agentmay damage the disc.
Write only on the printed sideof a CDR(W) and only with asoft felt-tipped pen.
Handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch thesurface.
Cleaning the disc lens After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate
at the disc lens. To ensure good playback quality,clean the disc lens with Philips CD Lens Cleaneror any commercially available cleaner. Follow theinstructions supplied with cleaner.
Finding a suitable location Place the player on a flat, hard, stable surface.
Cleaning the head and the tape paths To ensure good recording and playback quality,
clean the head A, the capstan(s) B, andpressure roller(s) C after every 50 hours of tapeoperation.
Use a cotton swab slightly moistened withcleaning fluid or alcohol.
You also can clean the head by playing a cleaningtape once.
C B A B C
Demagnetising the head Use a demagnetising tape available at your dealer.
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Rear connections
The type plate is located at the rear of thesystem.
A PowerBefore connecting the AC power cord to thewall outlet, ensure that the following are done;– If your system is equipped with aVoltage Selector, set the VOLTAGESELECTOR to the local power linevoltage.– All other connections have been made.
WARNING!– For optimal performance, use only theoriginal power cable.– Never make or change any connectionswith the power switched on.
Speaker(right) Speaker
(left)
MW loop antenna
FM wire antenna
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Television
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S-VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT
AUX inR L
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SUBWOOFER OUT
FM aerial 75
SPEAKER8
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
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AC power cord
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Step 1: Placing speakers
Front speaker ( left )
Front speaker ( right )
VIEWING AREA
Place the front left and right speakers at equaldistances from the TV set and at an angle ofapproximately 45 degrees from the listeningposition.
Notes:– To avoid magnetic interference, do not positionthe front speakers too close to your TV set.– Allow adequate ventilation around the DVDSystem.
To avoid overheating of the system, a safetycircuit has been built in. Therefore, yoursystem may switch to Standby modeautomatically under extreme conditions. Ifthis happens, let the system cool downbefore reusing it (not available for all versions).
B Antennas ConnectionConnect the supplied MW loop antenna and FMantenna to the respective terminals. Adjust theposition of the antenna for optimal reception.
MW Antenna
Position the antenna as far as possible from a TV,VCR or other radiation source.
FM Antenna
For better FM stereo reception, connect anoutdoor FM antenna to the FM AERIAL (FMANTENNA) terminal.
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Step 2: Connecting speakers
speaker(right)
speaker(left)
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SUBWOOFER OUT
SPEAKER8
Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKERSterminals, right speaker to “R” and left speaker to“L”, coloured (marked) wire to “+” and black(unmarked) wire to “–”. Fully insert the strippedportion of the speaker wire into the terminal asshown.
Notes:– For optimal sound performance, use thesupplied speakers.– Do not connect more than one speaker to anyone pair of +/- speaker terminals.– Do not connect speakers with an impedancelower than the speakers supplied. Please refer tothe SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual.
IMPORTANT!The type plate is located on the rear ofthe system.
To avoid overheating of the system, asafety circuit has been built in.Therefore, your system may switch toStandby mode automatically underextreme conditions. If this happens, letthe system cool down before reusing it.
Step 3: Connecting TV set
IMPORTANT!– You only need to make one videoconnection from the following options,according to the capabilities of your TVsystem.– Component Video connectionprovides higher picture quality. Theseoptions must be available on your TV set.– Connect the system directly to the TVset.
Using Video In jack (CVBS)
Use the composite video cable (yellow) toconnect the system’s VIDEO OUT jack to thevideo input jack (or labeled as A/V In, Video In,Composite or Baseband) on the TV set.
SpeakersFront Left (L)Front Right (R)
BlackBlack
GreyGrey
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Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y
S-VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT
AUX inR L
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SUBWOOFER OUT
FM aerial 75COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
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IMPORTANT!– To set the VIDEO OUT (put) to ‘Cr CbY’, (see Setting video preference).
Using component Video In jack (Cr CbY)
Use the component video cables (red/blue/green) to connect the system’s Cr Cb Y jacks tothe corresponding Component video input jackson the TV set.
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y
S-VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT
AUX inR L
LINE OUT
SUBWOOFER OUT
FM aerial 75COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
AMaerial
IMPORTANT!– If the picture is distorted, check theVideo Output setting. Make sure it is setto ‘S-Video’. (See Setting videopreference).
Using S-Video In jack
Use the S-Video cable (not supplied) to connectthe system’s S-VIDEO OUT jack to the S-Video input jack (or labeled as Y/C or S-VHS) onthe TV set.
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y
S-VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT
AUX inR L
LINE OUT
SUBWOOFER OUT
FM aerial 75COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
AMaerial
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IMPORTANT!– If your TV set only has a singleAntenna In jack (or labeled as 75 ohm orRF In), you will need a RF modulator inorder to view the DVD playback via TV.See your electronics retailer or contactPhilips for details on RF modulatoravailability and operations.
Using an accessory RF modulator
Use the composite cable (yellow) to connect thesystem’s CVBS jack to the video input jack onthe RF modulator.
Use the RF coaxial cable (not supplied) toconnect the RF modulator to your TV’s RF jack.
AUDIO INR L
VIDEOIN
TO TVANT IN
CH3 CH4
RF coaxial cable to TV
Back of RF Modulator(example only)
Antenna orCable TV signal
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y
S-VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT
FM aerial 75COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Step 4: Connecting thesubwoofer (not
supplied)
speaker(right)
speaker(left)
Subwoofer
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IMPORTANT!Ensure that the speaker cables arecorrectly connected. Improperconnections may damage the system dueto short circuit.Do not connect speakers with animpedance lower than that of thespeakers supplied.
Place the subwoofer on the floor near the TV. Connect the subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER
OUT jack on the DVD micro system. Connect the power cable for the subwoofer.
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Step 5: Connecting Digital out
DIGITAL IN
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y
S-VIDEO OUTVIDEO OUTDIGITAL OUT
AUX inR L
LINE OUT
FM aerial 75COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
AMaerial
IMPORTANT!To select ALL or PCM 48 KHz for DigitalOut, please see Setting Digital Out.
Digital out selecion enables you to specify thetype of digital output suitable for our amplifier orreceiver.
Select ALL if you have connected the digitaloutput to a multifunctional decoder receiver.
Select PCM 48K if the external component isincapable of processing 96KHz digital signal input,and then convert the standard signal with thesampling rate of 48KHz.
Step 6: Connecting the powercord
~ AC MAINSAUDIO
OUTPr/Cr
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COMPONENTVIDEO IN
Power Outlet
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IMPORTANT!Never make or change any connectionwith the power switched on.
After every is connected properly, plug in the ACpower cord to the power outlet.
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Controls
Controls on the system1 STANDBY ON y– to switch the system on or to standby mode.
2 Display screen– to view the current status of the system.
3 SOURCE– to select the respective sound source : DISC
TUNER, TAPE or AUX.
4 BAND / DISPLAYfor Tuner ............. to select waveband : FM or MW.for DVD/VCD/CD to select disc information
display mode.
5 PROGRAMfor VCD/CD…to program disc tracks.for Tuner ............. to program preset radio stations.
6 34 PRESET / MP3•ALBUM/TIMER SETfor MP3-CD ..... to select previous/next album.for Tuner ............. to select a preset radio station.*for Timer (3)..to set the timer function
7 S T TRACK•SEARCH•TUNE*for DVD/VCD/CD................... to fast reverse/forward the disc. (It is impossible to fast reverse /forward for MP3-CD)for DVD/VCD/CD/MP3 CD… to select a
desired track.for Tuner ............. to tune to a lower or higher
radio frequency.for Tape ............... to rewind or fast forward.
8 Tape deck
9 OPEN ç– to open tape compartment.
0 9
for DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD…to stop playbackor to clear a program.
for Tape ............... to stop playback or recording.
! VOLUME +/-– to increase or decrease the volume.– to adjust the hours and minutes for the clock/
timer functions.
@ REC– to start recording.
#ÉÅ / CLOCK SETfor DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD…to start or
interrupt playback.for Tape ............... to start playback.*for Clock .......... (on the system only) to set the
clock function.
$ iR sensor– infrared sensor for remote control.
% OPEN•CLOSE ç– to open or close the disc tray.
^ MIC IN –to connect microphone
& MIC VOL –to adjust the mixing level forKaraoke
* n – to connect headphones.
Controls on the remote control
1 y
– to switch to standby mode.
2 SOURCE– to select the relevant active mode: TAPE, DISC,
TUNER or AUX.– TUNER: to switch to the tuner mode.– AUX: to select a connected external source: TV,
CDR or AUX.
3 Numeric Keypad (0-9)– to enter a track/title number of the disc.
4 VOL +/-– to increase or decrease the volume.5 22/33
– to select a fast playback speed forward andbackward.
– in the tuner mode, to tune to a higher or lowerradio frequency.
– to select a movement dirction in the disc menuor system menu bar.
– for MP3, to select an album up or down.– for VCD/DVD, to move the moved picture left
or right.
* = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds.
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6 GOTO– to start playback at any chosen time on the disc
(for VCD operation with PBC off).
7 PROGRAMfor VCD/CD/MP3-CD…to program disc tracks.for Tuner ............. to program preset radio stations.for DVD ............. to view the same scene from
different angles if the DVD isrecorded with multi-angles.
8 SHUFFLE– to play tracks in a random order
9 ECHO– to select MIC ON or OFF.– to select Echo On or Off in the karaoke mode.
0 KEY– to select MIC ON or OFF.– to change the VCD key tone level to suit your
vocal range
! DISPLAY (OSD)– to show the status of the system
@ ZOOMto zoom in or zoom out picture.
# MUTE– to interrupt or resume sound reproduction.
$ DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)– Enhances the bass
% SOUND– to select various sound effect: OPTIMAL, ROCK,
JAZZ, or POP.
^ SURROUND– to switch incredible surround on or off.
& TIMER*– to set the timer.– to select TIMER ON or TIMER OFF.
* SLEEP– to select TIMER ON or TIMER OFF.– to set the sleep (auto-off) timer function.
( AUDIOFor DVD…to select the preferred language.In karaoke mode....to select the preferred audio
mode: Mono Left, Mono Right orStereo.
) SUBTITLE– to select the preferred language for subtitle.
¡ REPEAT A-Bfor CD: to repeat a specific section within thesame track.for DVD/VCD: to repeat a specific section in adisc.
™ REPEAT– to repeat a track/disc.
£ PLAY/PAUSE 2;
– to start or interrupt disc playback.
≤ STOP 9 - for CD/DVD/VCD (with PBC off)– press it once to stop playback and press 2; to
resume.– press it twice to stop playback completely.
∞í, ë– In disc mode, to select the previous or next
chapter or track.
§ OK– to exit or confirm the selection.
≥ 3, 4– to select a movement direction in the disc menu
or system menu bar.– to select a desired slow playback speed forward
or backward.
• SYSTEM MENU (disc mode only)– to enter or exit the system menu bar.
ª DISC MENU (disc mode only)– to enter or exit the disc contents menu.
Notes for remote control:– First, select the source you wish tocontrol by pressing one of the source selectkeys on the remote control (VCD/ CD orTUNER, for example).– Then select the desired function ( 2;, í,ë for example).
* = Press and hold the button for more than two seconds.
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IMPORTANT!– Make sure to complete thepreparation procedures before operatingthe system.
Step 1: Inserting batteries intothe remote control
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Place two batteries (Type R06 or AA) in thecompartment with the correct polarity asindicated by “+” and “–” symbols.
3 Close the cover.
Using the remote control to operate thesystem
1 Point the remote control directly at the remotesensor (iR) on the front panel.
2 Select the source you wish tocontrol by pressing one of thesource select buttons on theremote control (for exampleTAPE, TUNER).
3 Then select the desired function(for example 2;, í, ë).
CAUTION!– Remove batteries if they areexhausted or will not be used for a longtime.– Do not use old and new or differenttypes of batteries in combination.– Batteries contain chemical substances,so they should be disposed of properly.
Step 2: Setting the clock
1 Go to Standby mode.
2 Press and hold CLOCK SET. “SET CLOCK” will appear, followed by ““0:00”.
3 Press VOLUME -/+ on the system to set thehours.
4 Press CLOCK SET again.
5 Press VOLUME -/+ on the system to set theminutes.
6 Press CLOCK SET to confirm your setting,and then go into standby mode. The system willstore the setting automatically. The time setting becomes effective.
To exit the setting without storing Press STANDBY ON to exit setting mode and
go into STANDBY mode. You can also press SOURCE to exit setting
mode and go into disc mode. The system will also exit setting mode and go to
tuner, AUX, tape mode when you press thecorresponding source button.
Note:– The clock will be cancelled when the power cordis disconnected or if a power failure occurs.
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Step 3: Setting languagepreference
You can select your preferred language settingsso that this DVD Micro System will automaticallyswitch to the language for you whenever youload a disc. If the language selected is notavailable on the disc, the language set by defaultwill be used instead. But the menu language ofthe DVD Micro System cannot be changed onceselected.
Language
OSD MenuSubtitleAudioMenu
EnglishEnglishEnglishEnglish
EnglishFranaisEspaolPortugus
Video Audio Rating
1 In stop mode, press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Press 22/33/5/4 keys on the remote controlto select your preferred option.
Move to LANGUAGE and press OK or 4. Move to one of the following and press OK.
OSD Menu (On-Screen Display)Switches the display language on the TV screen.Select the language from the displayed list.
Subtitle (DVD only)Switches the display language of the subtitle.Select the language from the displayed list.
Audio (DVD only)Switches the display language of the sound track.Select the language from the displayed list.
Menu (DVD only)Select the language for the DVD menu.
When the selected language is not recorded inthe DVD, one of the recorded languages will beselected automatically (except for OSD).You can reset all the DVD settings except forRating.
If the language selected is not available on thedisc, the original language designated by each discwill be selected.
3 Press 5/4 to select a language and press OK.
4 Repeat steps 2~3 for other settings.
Preparations
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU.
IMPORTANT!– Make sure you have completed all thenecessary connections. (See Connections– Connecting TV set)
Step 4: Setting videopreference
Turn on the TV set and set it to the correctVideo-In channel. You may go to channel 1 on your TV set, thenpress the channel button repeatedly until you seethe Video In channel. Or, you can use the TV remote control toselect different video modes. Or, set TV to channel 3 or 4 if you are usingan RF modulator.
Language
TV ShapeTV SystemVideo out
Video
4:3 LB
4:3 LB
4:3 PS
16:9Auto
S-VIDEO
Audio Rating
1 In the disc mode, stop playback and pressSYSTEM MENU.
2 Press 22/33/5/4 on the remote control totoggle through the functions and select yourpreferential option.
Move to Video and press OK or 4. Move to one of the following and press OK.
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– Setting TV System
Allows you to select the color system matchingthe connected TV set.
NTSC– If the connected TV is NTSC system, selectthis mode. It will change the video signal of a PALdisc and output in NTSC format.
PAL– If the connected TV is PAL system, select thismode. It will change the video signal of a NTSCdisc and output in PAL format.
AUTO– If the connected TV is multi system, select thismode.The output format will be in accordancewith the video signal of the disc.
– Setting Video Out
– Video out selection enables you to choosethe type of video output suitable for your DVDsystem.
S-VIDEO– Select S-VIDEO if you have connected theS-VIDEO output to your TV using S-VIDEO jack.
Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y– Select Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y if you haveconnected the video output to your TV using Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y jack.
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU.
To resume playbackPress 2;.
– Setting TV Shape
Select the aspect ratio of the TV to be connected.
4:3 PS (Pan and Scan mode )– If you have a conventional TV set and yourDVD is not formatted for widescreen viewing, usethis setting. A wide picture is displayed on thewhole TV screen with a portion automatically cutoff.
4:3 LB (Letterbox mode )– If you have a conventional TV set and yourDVD is formatted for widescreen viewing, use thissetting. A wide picture with bands displayed onthe upper and lower portions of the TV screen.
16:9 (Wide screen mode)– If you have a widescreen TV set, use thissetting (you must also set your widescreen TV to“full size”) available on a disc, then the disc’s ownpreference will be used.
Note:The format you select must be available on the disc.If it is not, the setting for TV Shape will not affect thepicture during playback.
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hIMPORTANT!– This system is designed for regulardiscs. Therefore, do not use anyaccessories such as disc stabiliser rings ordisc treatment sheets, etc., as offered onthe market, because they may jam thedisc mechanism.– Do not move the system duringplayback. Doing so may damage thesystem.– DVD discs and players are designedwith regional restrictions. Before playinga disc, make sure the disc matches theregional code of your player.– According to the format requirementof DVD or VCD, some operations may bedifferent or restricted.
Playing discs
1 Press STANDBY ON 2 to switch on thesystem.
2 Power on the TV system. You should see the blue Philips DVDbackground screen on the TV.
3 Press OPEN•CLOSE to open the disc tray. Make sure the disc label is facing up. For double-sided disc, make sure to load sideto be played facing up.
4 Press OPEN•CLOSE to close the disc tray. “READING” will be displayed.
All discs can play automatically. For discs withTable Of Contents, a menu may appear on theTV screen. When the menu is displayed, press 5/ 4 / 22 / 33 keys to highlight yourselection and press OK to confirm. To select aplay option, press numeric keys (0-9). If a disc menu shows on the TV screen, see“Using the disc menu”. If the disc is locked by parental control, youmust enter your four-digital password (SeeChanging the password).
5 Press 38 to start playback.
For MP3-CD only Load an MP3-CD in the disc tray.
The number of total tracks will be shown onthe TV screen, and then playback starts from thefirst track.
Disc Operations
Notes:– Load a disc with the label side facing up.– To ensure good system performance, wait untildisc reading is completed before proceeding.
Using the disc menuFor disc with Table Of Contents, a menu mayappear on the TV screen once you load the disc.
To select a playback feature or item Press 5 / 4 / 1 / ¡ or numeric keys
(0-9) on the remote control, then press 38 orOK to start playback.
Skipping to another title (track) /chapter
Press 4 or ¢ on the front panel or í/ëon the remote control repeatedly duringplayback to skip backward or forward. Eachpress will take the disc to the beginning of theprevious or next title (track) / chapter.
Note:– If the player has been set to repeat chapter(track), pressing this button will replay the samechapter (track) from its beginning.
To go directly to any title (track) /chapter (Not for DVD)
Use the numeric keys (0-9) to enter thenumber of the desired title (track) / chapter.
Shuffle play mode
In this mode, all tracks in the current directorywill be played once in a random order.
1 Press SHUFFLE to play in ashuffle order.
2 Press SHUFFLE repeatedly to select thefollowing:SHUFFLE ON SHUFFLE OFF
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3 Playback starts automatically.
In shuffle playback mode: Press ë button to select another track in a
shuffle order.
4 Press 9 to stop shuffle playback.
To cancel Shuffle mode: Press SHUFFLE repeatedly to select SHUFFLE
OFF.
Notes:– In Tuner, Tape or AUX mode, this button does notfunction.– When the disc tray is opened, the Shufflefunction will be cancelled automatically.– The Shuffle playback mode is not available forDVD.
Repeat play mode
In this mode, all tracks in the current directorywill be played repeatedly
For DVD - repeat chapter / title.Press REPEAT repeatedly to select REPEATCHAPTER, REPEAT TITLE REPEAT OFF.
For CVD, SVCD, VCD (with PBC off) / CD /MP3-CD - repeat track or disc.
Press REPEAT repeatedly to select thefollowing:REPEAT TRACK REPEAT ALL REPEATOFF
Repeating a section within a chapter/track
You can play a specific section in a chapter/trackrepeatedly.
1 Press REPEAT A-B at your chosen start point.
2 Press REPEAT A-B again at your chosen endpoint. The passage will now repeat continuously.
3 To resume normal play, press REPEAT A-Bagain.
Programing favorite tracks
You can play the contents of the disc in theorder you want. At most 20 tracks can bestored.
1 Load the desired disc on the disc tray.
2 While playback is stopped, press PROGRAMto enter program mode. “PROG” is displayed.
3 Use the numeric keys (0-9) to input the tracknumber in the order you want.
4 Press OK to store the track.
Repeat step 3 to store other tracks.
5 Press 38 to play the program.
6 To exit the program mode, press 7 .
Notes:– This function is not available for DVD discs.– If you open the disc compartment, the programwill be cleared.
Playing in slow motion mode
For DVD/VCD
1 Press 5 / 4 on the remote control repeatedlyto select the required slow motion speed:Press 4 repeatedly to select:3 1/2 p 3 1/4 p3 1/6p3 1/8 p PLAY.Press 5 repeatedly to select:2 1/2 p 2 1/4 p2 1/6p 21/8 p PLAY3 = slow forward2 = slow reverse
Note:– This function is not available for MP3 and CD.
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Disc Operations
Fast search
1 Press and hold 4 or ¢ on the front panelto fast reverse or forward the disc.
2 Press 22 or 33 on the remote control to fastreverse or forward the disc.
For DVD/VCD
(reverse): 22 X2 p 22 X4 p 22 X8 p22 X20 p PLAY(forward): 33X2 p 33X4 p 33X8 p33X20 p PLAYFor CD
(reverse): 22 X2 pPLAY(forward): 33X2 pPLAY
3 To resume normal play, press 38.
Note:– This function is not available for MP3.
Moving to another title (track) / chapter
Some discs may contain more than one title orchapter. If the disc has a title or chapter menurecorded on it, you can start playback from theselected item.
1 Use numeric keys (0-9) to select a desiredtitle/chapter number.
2 Press OK to start playback.
Notes:– Selecting a title or chapter might not be possibleon certain discs.
GOTO
This function allows you to start playback at anychosen time on the disc.
1 Press GOTO during playback. A window appears on the TV for you toinput time and track number.
For DVD
SearchTimeTitle/Chapter
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For CD/VCD/SVCD
SearchTimeTrack
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2 User the numeric keys (0-9) to input thetime, from which playback will start.Press OK to confirm.
3 Press 4 and then use the numeric keys (0-9)to input the desired track number.Press OK to confirm.
Notes:– In the repeat all mode, you can search a desiredtime point.– This function is not available for MP3.– It is impossible to set time and track number atthe same time.
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Disc Operations
Zooming in
1 Press ZOOM on the remote control to changethe following zooming scale:For DVD/VCD: X1 pX2 pOFFFor picture disc: X1 pX2 pX3pOFF
2 To pan through the enlarged image, press 22 /33 / 5 / 4 buttons to move the zoomedpicture left, right, up or down.
3 To exit ZOOM mode, press ZOOM to select”OFF”.
Special VCD/SVCD features
Playback control (PBC)
PBC playback allows you to play Video CDinteractively, following the menu on the display.
To deactivate PBC, press DISC MENU in thestop mode.
Playing a disc with PBC function If PBC OFF, press 38 to start playback. If PBC ON, the PBC menu (if available) will
appear on the TV screen for selection. Use the numeric keys (0-9) to enter your
choice.
Note:– This function is only available for VCD.
Viewing from another angle
1 Press PROGRAM to view the same scenefrom different angles if the DVD is recorded withmultiangles.
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Using the system menuTo enter the system menu, you should stopplayback first.
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1 In stop mode, press SYSTEM MENU. The menu bar will appear across the top ofthe TV set screen.
Language
OSD MenuSubtitleAudioMenu
EnglishEnglishEnglishEnglish
EnglishFranaisEspaolPortugus
Video Audio Rating
2 Press the 22 / 33 / 3/4 on the remotecontrol to navigate in the menu. Press 22 / 33 to move through themenu bar. Press 4 to enter the selection.
3 Press OK to confirm the selection.
4 Press 38 to resume playback.
Setting language preference
Please see Page 19.
To select preferred language (DVD only)
When you press AUDIO on the remotecontrol, the channels being played will bedisplayed on the TV screen.
For example, in the Dolby Digital fomat, mulitplesignals ranging from monoral to 5.1 channel canbe recorded on a DVD. The number of channelsmay vary depending on the actual DVD.
DVD Menu Operations
To display the subtitle (DVD only)
For DVDs recorded in multiple languages, youcan change the subtitle language during playback,or turn on or off the subtitle display wheneveryou want.
For example, you can select the language youundersand and turn the subtitle on for betterunderstanding.
Press SUBTITLE repeatedly on the remotecontrol during playback.
Each time you press the button, the language willchange.
Notes:– For some DVDs, you may not be able to changethe subtitle languages even if multilingual subtitlesare recorded in the disc.
– If your desired language is not set in the disc, youcannot select the languages via this function.
Setting video preference (DVD only)
Please see Pages 19-20.
Setting audio
To set Priority, please see details.
To set Digital Out and PCM 48 KHz
Language
Digital OutPCM 48KHzPrioridyNight Mode
PCMOffCDOffOn
CD
Video Audio Rating
1 In stop mode, select Audio from the menu bar,and then press OK.
2 Press 33 and 4 to select PCM or ALL.
Select ALL if you have connected the digitaloutput to a multifunctional decoder receiver.
Select On for PCM 48K if the externalcomponent is incapable of processing 96KHzdigital signal input, and then convert thestandard signal with the sampling rate of 48KHz.
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Night Mode - turning On / Off
Off
Select this when you want to enjoy the surroundsound with its full dynamic range.On
Select this to level out the volume. High volumeoutput will be softened and low volume outputwill be brought upward to an audible leve. Thisfeature is only available for movies with DolbyDigital mode.
Language
Digital OutPCM 48KHzPrioridyNight Mode
PCMOffCDOffOn
CD
Video Audio Rating
To remove the menuPress SYSTEM MENU.
IMPORTANT!– Some operations may be different orrestricted according to the disc format.Refer to the jacket or care of the discyou are playing.
Setting Rating
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Some DVDs may have a parental level assignedto the complete disc or to certain scenes on thedisc. This feature lets you set a playback limitationlevel. The rating levels are from 1 to 8 and arecountry specific. You can prohibit the playing ofcertain discs that are not suitable for yourchildren or have certain discs played withalternative scenes.
1 In stop mode, press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Use 22 / 33 / 3/4 on the remote controlto navigate in the menu. Move to RATING and press OK.
Language
1.kid Safe
2.G
3.PG
4.PG-13
5.PG-R
6.R
7.NC-17
8. Adult
Password
Rating 8. Adult
Load Factory Reset
Video Audio Rating
3 Use the numeric keys (0-9) to enter the four-digit code.
4 Press 3/4 to select a rating level between 1-8and press OK. DVDs rated above the level you select willnot play unless you enter your four-digitpassword or choose a higher level rating.
5 Press SYSTEM MENU again to cancel themenu.
Rating explanations
8 ADULT – material for adults only; viewedonly by adults due to graphic sexual scenes,violence, or language.7 NC-17 – No children under age 17; notrecommended for children under age 17.6 R - Restricted.5 PG-R – Parental Guidance – Restricted;recommended that parents restrict childrenunder 17 from viewing or allow them to viewonly when supervised by a parent or adultguardian.4 PG 13 – Material is unsuitable for childrenunder age 13.3 PG – Parental Guidance suggested.2 G – General Audience; recommended asacceptable for viewers of all ages.
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DVD Menu Operations
1 KID SAFE - Suitable for children.
6 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using thenumeric keys (0-9), and then press OK.The lock icon is closed and the parental controlsetting is completed.
To deactivate the rating control functionEnter your 4-digit password using the numerickeys (0-9), and then press OK.The lock icon is opened and the parental controlsetting is turned off.
1 At step 6, enter your 4-digit password using thenumeric keys (0-9), and then press OK.
2 Enter a new 4-digit password using thenumeric keys (0-9), and then press OK.
To play discs of rating control (DVD only)
1 Insert the disc and press DISC to enter the discmode.
The rating display appears.
2 Enter a new 4-digit password using thenumeric keys (0-9), and then press OK.
Playback starts.
To change the password
You can change the four-digit code used asPassword.
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1 In the stop mode, press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Select RATING and then press OK.
3 Press 22 / 33 / 3/4 on the remote controlto navigate in the menu.
Language
Password
Rating 8. Adult
Load Factory Reset
Video Audio Rating
4 Use the numeric keys (0-9) to enter yourfour-digit code, and then press OK. The password supplied by default is 1234. If you forget the four-digit code, press 9 fourtimes, the system will change back to the defaultpassword.
5 Go to “Password” and enter your new code.Then, enter the same code again to confirm.
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU again.
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MP3 / Picture Disc Operations
Playing MP3 / picture disc(Kodak, JPEG)
IMPORTANT!– You have to turn on your TV set andset to the correct Video In channel.
MP3 / picture disc
1 Load an MP3/Picture disc.
2 Playback will start automatically. The album menu will appear on the TVscreen.
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3 Press 3/4 to select a desired album, then pressOK to confirm (for MP3 disc only).
4 Press 3/4 to select a desired title, then pressOK to start playback.
You can also use the numeric keys (0-9) toenter your choice.
5 To stop playback, press 7.
To show the menu for a picture disc
Press 7.
Mixed-mode disc
To play a mixed-mode disc, you need toselect the playback priority for CD or datafiles through the system menu.
Language
Digital OutPCM 48KHzPriorityNight Mode
Video
PCM PCMOff
CDOff
CD
Audio Rating
1 Press SYSTEM MENU in the stop mode.
2 Press 33 to select Audio and press 4 toselect CD under priority. The contents in the CD format will beplayed.
ORPress 33 to select Audio and press 4 toselect Data under priority.
The data contents will be played.
The contents may be MP3 files, Kodak picturesor JPEG pictures.
The default setting is CD.MP3: If an MP3 file exists in the disc, the systemrecognizes the disc as an “MP3 Disc”. If only JPEGfiles exist in the disc, the system recogmizes thedisc as a “JPEG Disc”.
JPEG: If a JPEG file exists in the disc, the systemrecognizes the disc as a “JPEG Disc”. If only MP3files exist in the disc, the system recogmizes thedisc as an “MP3 Disc”.
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Radio Reception
Tuning to radio stations
1 Select TUNER source. “TUNER” is displayed briefly.
2 Press BAND to select the desired waveband :FM or MW.
3 Press and hold S or ¢ (or 22 / 33
on the remote control) and then release it. The display will show "SEARCH" until a radiostation with sufficient signal strength is found.
4 Repeat step 3 if necessary until you find thedesired station.
To tune to a weak station, press S or ¢(or 22 / 33 on the remote control) brieflyand repeatedly until you have found optimalreception.
Programming radio stationsYou can store up to 40 radio stations in thememory (20 for FM and 20 for MW).
Automatic programming
Press PROGRAM for more than two secondsto activate programming. All available stations are programmed. AUTO is displayed and available stations areprogrammed in order of waveband.
Manual programming
1 Tune to your desired station (refer to“Tuning to radio stations”).
2 Press PROGRAM to activateprogramming. PROG flashes on the display.
3 Press 4 or 3 to allocate a number from 1to 20 for this station.
4 Press PROGRAM again to confirm thesetting. PROG disappears, the preset numberand the frequency of the preset station areshown.
5 Repeat the above four steps to store otherstations.
You can override a preset station by storinganother frequency in its place.
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Radio Reception
Tuning to preset radio stations
Press 4 or 3 until the desired preset station isdisplayed.
Changing tuning grid (not available for
all versions)In North and South America, the frequency stepbetween adjacent channels in the MW band is10 kHz (9 kHz in some areas). The presetfrequency step in the factory is 9 kHz.
Changing the tuning grid will erase allpreviously stored preset radio stations.
Press and hold 9 on the system in the tunermode. The display will show "GRID 9" or"GRID 10".
Notes:– GRID 9 and GRID 10 indicate that the tuninggrid is in step of 9 kHz and 10 kHz respectively.– The FM tuning grid also will be changed from50 kHz to 100 kHz or vice versa.
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Tape Operation/Recording
Tape playback
1 Select TAPE source. The display shows “TAPETAPETAPETAPETAPE” briefly.
2 Press OPEN ç to open the tape door.
3 Insert a recorded tape and close the tape door.
Load the tape with the open side downwardand the full spool to the left.
4 Press ÉÅ to start playback.
To stop playback Press Ç.
To reset the tape counter display In stop mode, press Ç once.
Rewinding / Fast forwarding
1 Stop playback, press S or ¢ . The tape will stop automatically at the end ofrewinding or fast forwarding. During fast winding, you can monitor the tapemessage with the tape counter.
2 Press Ç to stop rewinding or fast forwarding.
General information onrecording
For recording, use only NORMAL (IEC type I)tapes on which the tabs have not yet beenbroken. This deck is not suitable for recording onMETAL (IEC IV) type tapes.
The best recording level is set automatically.Altering the VOLUME, INCREDIBLESURROUND or DBB will not affect therecording in progress.
At the very beginning and end of the tape, norecording will take place during the 7 secondswhen the leader tape passes the recorder heads.
To protect a tape from accidental erasure, havethe tape in front of you and break out the lefttab. Recording on this side is no longer possible.If, however, you wish to record over this sideagain, cover the tabs with a piece of adhesivetape.
IMPORTANT!Recording is permissible if copyright orother rights of third parties are notinfringed upon. METAL (IEC IV) type tapes.
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Tape Operation/Recording
Preparation for recording
1 Select TAPE source.
2 Load a recordable tape into the tape deck withthe full spool to the left.
3 Prepare the source to be recorded.CD/VCD – load the disc.TUNER – tune to the desired radio station.AUX – connect external equipment.
When recording is in progress REC is shown.
To stop recording, press 9.
It is not possible to listen to another source.
It is not possible to activate the timer function.
Synchro start CD recording
1 Select CD source.
You can programme the tracks in the order youwant them to be recorded (refer to “CD/MP3-CD Operations - Programming the disc tracks”).
2 Press REC to start recording. Playing of the CD programme startsautomatically from the beginning of the CDafter 7 seconds. It is not necessary to start theCD player separately.
One touch recording
1 Select VCD/CD, TUNER or AUX source.
2 If necessary, start playback of the selectedsource.
3 Press REC to start recording.
Recording timerTo record from the radio, you will need to use a
preset radio station and to set a start (ON) andfinish (OFF) time.
1 Select the preset radio station to record from(refer to “Radio Reception - Tuning to presetradio stations”).
2 In standby mode, press TIMER SET for morethan two seconds. The current selected source is displayed.
3 Press SOURCE repeatedly until “REC TUN”source is displayed.
4 Press TIMER SET to confirm the source. “SET ON TIME” is displayed and the clockdigits for the hours flash.
5 Press VOLUME +/- to set the hours.
6 Press TIMER SET again. The clock digits for the minutes flash.
7 Press VOLUME +/- to set the minutes.
8 Press TIMER SET to confirm the recordingstart time. “SET OFF TIME” is displayed and the clockdigits for the hours flash.
9 Repeat steps 5-7 to set the finish time.
0 Press TIMER SET to confirm the timersettings. is shown and the recording timer is nowset.
Note:– The recording timer will not be activated if thesystem is in tape play mode.
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Clock/Timer
Clock settingSee page 18.
Timer setting The system can be used as an alarm clock,
whereby the CD, TUNER or TAPE is switched onat a set time (one time operation). The clocktime needs to be set first before the timer canbe used.
1 In standby mode, press and hold TIMER SETfor more than two seconds. “SELECT SOURCE” scrolls followed by“SOURCE”.
2 Select your desired source and press TIMERSET to confirm “SET ON TIME” scrolls followed by “ON 0 :00”.
3 Press VOLUME +/- to set the hours andpress TIMER SET to confirm.
4 Press VOLUME +/- to set the minutes andpress TIMER SET to confirm. “SET OFF TIME” scrolls.
5 Press VOLUME +/- to set the hours andpress TIMER SET to confirm.
6 Press VOLUME +/- to set the minutes andpress TIMER SET to complete the setting. The timer is now set and activated.
Activating and deactivating timer
In standby or during playback, press TIMERSET once on the remote control. Display shows if activated, and disappearsif deactivated.
Sleep timer settingThe sleep timer enables the system to switch offby itself after a set period of time.
1 Press SLEEP on the remote control repeatedlyto select a preset time. The selections are as follows (time inminutes):
90 ™ 80 ™ 70 ™ 60 ™ 50 ™ 40 ™ 30 ™20 ™ 10 ™ OFF
"SLEEP XX" or "OFF" is displayed. "XX" is thetime in minutes.
2 When you reach the desired length of time, stoppressing the SLEEP button.
To deactivate the sleep timer Press SLEEP repeatedly until "OFF" is displayed,
or press the STANDBY ON button.
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Sound and Volume Controls
Sound control
Adjusting volume and sound
1 Press VOLUME –/+ to decrease or increasevolume on the system. “VOLUME XX” is displayed. “VOLUME MAX” is displayed at maximumlevel. Display shows the volume level VOL and anumber from MIN1, 2, ...30, 31 MAX.
2 Press SOUND repeatedly to select the desiredsound effect: JAZZ/ROCK/POP/OPTIMAL.
3 Press DBB to switch bass enhancement on oroff. Display shows: DBB ON or DBB OFF.
Note:The speakers will be muted when headphones areconnected to the set.
Incredible SurroundThe Incredible Surround magnifies the virtualdistance between the front speakers for anincredibly wide, enveloping, stereo effect.
Press SURROUND to switch IncredibleSurround on or off. If activated, ”IS ON” is shown and“ ” is displayed. If deactivated, “IS OFF” is displayed.
Microphone MixingConnect microphones (not supplied) to thesystem to sing along with the music source.
1 Connect microphones to MIC jack.
Before connecting the microphone, set themicrophone level with VOL to the lower level toprevent howling sound by turning the MIC VOLknob.
2 Select DISC to start playback.
Press ECHO to select MIC ON.
3 Adjust the volume level of the source withVOLUME –/+ control.
4 Press ECHO again to select ECHO ON or OFF.
5 Start singing or talking through the microphone.
6 Press KEY to select key tone if necessary.
Notes:– Keep the microphones away from the speakersto prevent howling.– Microphone mixing only available in VCD mode.
Key ControlThis feature allows you to change the key toneof your vocal range.
Press KEY on the remote control. "-KEY SHIFT+" appears on the TV screen.
Press 3 ALBUM 4 to decrease or increase thevocal key level between -7 and +7.
EchoThis feature allows you to add echo while singingor talking through a microphone.
Press ECHO on the remote control to selectECHO ON or ECHO OFF.
Switching off the volume temporarily
Press MUTE. “MUTE ON” is displayed.Press MUTE again or increase the volume levelto cancel the MUTE mode.
Listening through headphones
Connecting headphones to ; will switch off thespeakers. The system will switch STEREO andthe surround sound will be reduced to a stereosignal which is reproducible by standardheadphones.
Disconnecting the headphones will switch on thespeakers again. If you wish to enjoy surroundsound again, switch the system back to surroundsound.
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Specifications
AMPLIFIEROutput power ....................................... 2 x 10 W RMS......................................................................... 400 W PMPOSignal-to-noise ratio ....................................... ≥ 62 dBAFrequency response ......... 63 – 16000 Hz, ± 3 dBInput sensitivity AUX ....................... 0.5 V (max. 2 V)Impedance loudspeakers ......................................... 8 ΩImpedance headphones .................... 32 Ω -1000 Ω
DVD PLAYERLaser Type ................................................ SemiconductorDisc Diameter .............................................. 12cm / 8cmVideo Decoding ........................... MPEG-2 / MPEG-1Video DAC ................................................................ 10 BitsSignal System ............................................... PAL / NTSCVideo Format ..................................................... 4:3 / 16:9Video S/N ........................................... 56 dB (minimum)Composite Video Output ................ 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ΩS-Video Output ............................. Y - 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω........................................................... C - 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ΩAudio DAC .......................................... 24 Bits / 96 kHzFrequency Response .... 4 Hz - 20 kHz (44.1kHz)...................................................... 4 Hz - 22 kHz (48kHz)...................................................... 4 Hz - 44 kHz (96kHz)Digital Output ................................................................................ SPDIF (Sony Philips digital interface) CoaxialNumber of programmable tracks ......................... 20Signal-to-noise ratio ....................................... ≥ 75 dBAChannel separation ..........................≥ 79 dB (1 kHz)Total harmonic distortion ............ < 0.02% (1 kHz)
TUNERFM wave range ................................... 87.5 – 108 MHzMW wave range (9 kHz) ............. 531 – 1602 kHzMW wave range (10 kHz) ........... 530 – 1700 kHzTuning grid ............................................................ 9/10 kHzSensitivity at 75 Ω– mono, 26 dB signal-to-noise ratio ............ 2.8 µV– stereo, 46 dB signal-to-noise ratio ........ 61.4 µVSelectivity ................................................................. ≥ 28 dBTotal harmonic distortion ..................................... ≤ 5%Frequency response ..... 63 – 12500 Hz (± 3 dB)Signal-to-noise-ratio ...................................... ≥ 50 dBA
TAPE DECKFrequency response
Normal tape (type I) ...... 80 – 12500 Hz (8 dB)Signal-to-noise ratio
Normal tape (type I) .................................... 50 dBAWow and flutter ......................................... ≤ 0.4% DIN
SPEAKERS2-way bass reflex systemDimensions (w x h x d) . 130 x 220 x 215 (mm)
GENERAL INFORMATIONAC Power
For Version /21-/21M ..... 110–127 / 220–240 V;50/60 Hz Switchable
For Version /30 ....................................... 240V 50 Hz;Dimensions (w x h x d) ... 140 x 220 x 263(mm)Weight(with/without speakers) ........... 7.9 / 4.7 kgStandby power consumption ............................ <1W
Specifications and external appearance aresubject to change without notice.
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WARNINGUnder no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this willinvalidate 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. Ifyou are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer orPhilips for help.
Problem Solution
Troubleshooting
No power.
“NO DISC” is displayed.
No picture.
Distorted or poor picture.
The aspect ratio of the screen cannot bechanged even though you have set the TVshape.
The DVD player does not start playback.
The DVD player does not respond whenbuttons are pressed.
Check if the AC power cord is properlyconnected.
Check if the disc is inserted upside down. Wait until the moisture condensed at the lens
has cleared. Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”. Use a readable disc or correctly recorded format
MP3-CD.
Select the appropriate video input mode on theTV set.
Check if the TV set is switched on. Check the video connection. Check if the system is securely connected.
Sometimes a slight picture distortion may appear.This is not a malfunction.
Clean the disc. Connect the system to the S-video input of your
TV set.
The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD disc. The aspect ratio may not be changed for some
TV systems.
Insert a readable disc. Check the disc type, color system and region
code. Clean the disc. Place the disc with the playback side down. Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the setup
menu. 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 onfor about an hour.
Disconnect the power plug from the jack, andinsert again.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
The language for the sound or subtitlecannot be changed when playing a DVD.
No image is output when a function isselected.
Sound cannot be heard or is of poorquality
Poor radio reception.
Recording or playback cannot be made
The tape deck door cannot open
Left and right sound outputs arereversed.
The remote control does not function.
The timer is not working
The Clock/Timer setting is erased
Multi-language sound or subtitle is not recordedon the DVD.
Changing the language for the sound or subtitleis prohibited on the DVD.
Make sure the component is connectedcorrectly.
Press the correct function button for the inputsource.
Adjust the volume. Disconnect the headphones. Check that the speakers are connected correctly. Check if the stripped speaker wire is clamped. If the system is in pause, slow motion or fast
forward/reverse mode, press 2; to resume thenormal play mode.
Make sure the MP3-CD was recorded within 32-256 kbps bit rate with sampling frequencies at48 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 32 kHz.
If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna orconnect an external antenna for betterreception.
Increase the distance between the System andyour TV set or VCR.
Clean deck parts, see “Maintenance”. Use only NORMAL tape. Apply a piece of adhesive tape over the missing
tab space.
Remove and reconnect the AC power plug andswitch on the system again.
Check the speaker connections and location.
Point the remote control at the remote controlsensor 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.
Set the clock correctly. If recording is in progress, stop it
Power has been interrupted or the power cordhas been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.
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Analog: Sound that has not been turned intonumbers. Analog sound varies, while digital soundhas specific numerical values. These jacks sendaudio through two channels, the left and right.
Aspect ratio: The ratio of vertical andhorizontal sizes of a displayed image. Thehorizontal vs. vertical ratio of conventional TVs. is4:3, and that of wide-screens is 16:9.
AUDIO OUT Jacks: Jacks on the back of theDVD System that send audio to another system(TV set, Stereo, etc.).
Bit Rate: The amount of data used to hold agiven length of music; measured in kilobits persecond, or kbps. Or, the speed at which yourecord. Generally, the higher the bit rate betterthe sound quality. However, higher bit rates usemore space on a Disc.
Chapter: Sections of a picture or a musicpiece on a DVD that are smaller than titles. Atitle is composed of several chapters. Eachchapter is assigned a chapter number enablingyou to locate the chapter you want.
Component Video Out Jacks: Jacks on theback of the DVD System that sends high-qualityvideo to a TV set that has Component Video Injacks (R/G/B, Y/Pb/Pr, etc.).
Disc menu: A screen display prepared for theselection of images, sound, subtitles, multi-angles,etc recorded on a DVD.
Digital: Sound that has been converted intonumerical values. Digital sound is available whenyou use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIALor OPTICAL jacks. These jacks send audiothrough multiple channels, instead of just twochannels as analog does.
Dolby Digital: A surround sound systemdeveloped by Dolby Laboratories containing upto six channels of digital audio (front left andright, surround left and right and center).
DTS: Digital Theater Systems. This is a surroundsound system, but different from Dolby Digital.The formats were developed by differentcompanies.
JPEG: A still-picture data compression systemproposed by the Joint Photographic ExpertGroup, which features small decrease in imagequality in spite of its high compression ratio.
MP3: A file format with a sound datacompression system, “MPE” is the abbreviation ofMotion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1)Audio Layer 3. Through the MP3 format, oneCD-R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times asmuch data volume as a regular CD can.
Multichannel: DVD is specified to have allsound tracks constitute one sound field.Multichannel refers to a structure of soundtracks having three or more channels.
Parental control: A function of the DVD tolimit playback of the disc by the age of the usersaccording to the limitation level in each country.The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it isactivated, playback will be prohibited if thesoftware’s level is higher than the user-set level.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation): A systemfor converting analog sound signal to digitalsignal for later processing without datacompression.
Playback control (PBC): Refers to the signalrecorded on video CDs or SVCDs forreproduction control. By using screen menusrecorded on a Video CD or SVCD that supportsPBC, you can enjoy interactive-type software aswell as software having a search function.
Region code: A system allowing discs to beplayed only in preset regions. This unit will onlyplay discs that have compatible region codes. Youcan find the region code of your unit from theproduct label. Some discs are compatible withmore than one region (or ALL regions).
S-Video: Produces a clear picture by sendingseparate signals for luminance and the color. Youcan use S-Video only if your TV set has S-VideoIn jack.
Sampling Frequency: Frequency of datasampling when analog data is converted todigital data. Sampling frequency numericallyrepresents how many times the original analogsignal is sampled per second.
Surround: A system for users to createrealistic three-dimensional sound fields full ofrealism by arranging multiple speakers aroundthe listener.
Title: The longest section of a picture or musicfeature on DVD, music, etc., in video software, orthe entire album in audio software. Each title isassigned a title number enabling you to locatethe title you want.
VIDEO OUT jack: Jack on the back of theDVD System that sends video to TV.