Philips DVD623AT99, DVD623AT98 User Manual

DVD623 DVD624

Digital Video Disc Player

Owner's Manual

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uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering.

The “exclamation point” calls attention to features for which

you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les choc électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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Contents 3

Getting Started

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Hookups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-14

Quick Disc Playback

Quick Disc Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

DVD Player Controls

Remote Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Disc Playback and Features

Title/Disc Menus, Chapter/Track Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Slow Motion, Fast Forward and Fast Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Still Picture/Frame-by-Frame Playback, Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Zoom, Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Repeat, Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

DVD Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

DVD Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

DVD Disc Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Parental Controls Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Parental Controls Disc Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Parental Controls Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Smart Navigator, JPEG and MP3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

DVD Player Setup Options

TV Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Video Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Video Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35

TV Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Speaker Setup, 3D Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

SPDIF, LPCM 96K Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

DVD Player On-Screen Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Display Dim, Screen Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

DVD Player Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Information You May Need

Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42-43

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-47

Information Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Safety Precautions

Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this

equipment void the user’s authority to operate it.

Laser Safety

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock defeated. Do not stare into the beam. The beam is located inside, near the deck mechanism.

Special Information for Canadian Users

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE N'ÉMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOÉLECTRIQUES DÉPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES DANS LA RÈGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOÉLECTRIQUES ÉDICTÉ PAR LE MINISTÈRE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA.

Radio/TV Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2) Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful interference.

2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT:

This product was FCC verified under test conditions that included use of shielded cables and connectors between system components. Use shielded cables to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices. If you have any problems, contact your supplier.

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance, and lending of Discs are prohibited. 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. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Note to Cable TV Installer

This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: DVD623/DVD624 Trade Name: Philips Responsible Party: Philips Consumer Electronics

P.O. Box 14810, Knoxville, TN 37914-1810 (865) 521-4316

4 Safety Information

Safety Information (cont’d) 5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read instructions. Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product.

2. Retain instructions. Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3. Heed warnings. Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

4. Follow instructions. Follow all operating and use instructions.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. Move a product and cart combination with care. Quick

stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet provide ventilation, ensure reliable operation of the product, and protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover these openings. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place this product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection – Route power supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure at right.

15. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

16. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep it from touching such power lines or circuits; contact with them might be fatal.

17. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. This can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings; they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts, resulting in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls covered by the operating instructions. An improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service.

21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – Mount the product to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

24. Heat - Situate this product away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

25. Battery usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage that may result in bodily injury or damage to the unit:

• Install all batteries correctly, with + and - aligned as marked on the unit.

• Do not mix batteries (old/new, carbon/alkaline, etc.).

• Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.

Example of Antenna Grounding

per National Electrical Code

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

6 Introduction

Welcome!

This Digital Video Disc Player will allow you to enjoy better picture quality, clearer sound, and endless playback features on Digital Video Discs (DVDs). Expanding technology allows you to add options to your viewing - watch a director’s cut of a movie, listen to the producer’s comments, or play your favorite scene repeatedly. Hear a movie in different languages, or listen only to the soundtrack. The possibilities are limited only by your choices and the materials available on the DVD. Of course, you can listen to your favorite Audio Compact Discs (CDs) on this DVD Player, too. Determine the order in which you want to hear the songs, or play the Disc repeatedly - all while seeing the status of the Audio CD on your television. We hope you enjoy this DVD Player and learn to use its features. To get the most from the DVD Player, read this manual carefully. It will describe how you can access these features.

Package Contents

● DVD Player

● Remote control with two AA batteries

● One audio cable (red and white)

● One composite video cable (yellow)

● This owner’s manual and registration materials

Environmental Information

Your system has materials that can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries, and old equipment.

Safety Information

● Do not expose the system to excessive moisture, rain, sand, heat, or humidity.

● Place the DVD Player on a firm, flat surface.

● Keep the DVD Player away from domestic heating equipment and direct sunlight.

● When placing the DVD Player in a cabinet, allow about one inch of space all around the DVD Player

for ventilation. Leave enough room in front of the DVD Player for the disc tray to open completely.

● If the DVD Player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp

room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the DVD Player. If this occurs, the DVD Player will not operate normally. Leave the power on for about one hour with no disc in the DVD Player until normal playback is possible.

● The mechanical parts of the set contain self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated.

● When the DVD Player is turned off, it is still consuming some power. To disconnect the system from

the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket.

● Always keep the tray closed to avoid dust on the lens.

Cleaning Discs

● When a Disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the Disc from the center out, in a

straight line. Do not wipe the Disc in a circular pattern.

● Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray

intended for analog discs.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright 1992-1999 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. Copyright 2002 Philips Consumer Electronics.

Features

● Language options for Audio, Subtitles, and

Menus

● MP3 and JPEG File Playback

● Parental Controls

● Paused/Fast/Slow/Step-by-Step/Zoomed

Playback

● Programmed Playback

● Preview

● Repeat and Repeat A-B Playback

● Screen Saver

● Smart Picture

Playable Discs 7

Region Codes and Color Systems

DVDs must meet the requirements for Region Codes and Color Systems before you can use them with the DVD Player. DVDs must be labeled for ALL regions or for Region 1 in order to play on this DVD Player. You cannot play Discs that are labeled for other regions. These symbols must appear on your DVDs, or you cannot play the DVD in this DVD Player.

The number inside the globe refers to a region of the world. Region 1 represents the United States, Canada, upper regions of North America, Bermuda, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and small regions near Australia. Furthermore, recordings are made according to different color systems throughout the world. The most common color systems are NTSC, which is used primarily in the United States and North America, PAL, and SECAM. This DVD Player is compatible with NTSC and PAL. Make sure the Discs you play were recorded in NTSC or PAL and your TV is NTSC or PAL compatible. You must set the DVD Player’s TV TYPE to be compatible with your TV and the Disc. Details are on page 36. The color system of the DVD may appear on the DVD or on the Disc case.

Playable Discs

This DVD Player will play various types of Discs. Look for these logos on your Discs to determine whether the Disc will play on the Philips DVD Player.

DVD (Digital Video Disc)

Audio CD (Compact Disc Digital Audio)

Video CD

Super Video CD

CD-R (CD-Recordable)

CD-RW (CD-Rewritable)

Recordable

ReWritable

8 General Information

Battery Installation

Remove the battery compartment lid on the rear of the remote control by pressing in the tab, then lifting off the lid.

Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment with their +and –ends aligned as indicated. Do not mix old

and new batteries or different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Replace the battery compartment lid.

Using the Remote Control

Unless stated otherwise, the remote control can operate all the features of the DVD Player. Always point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the front of the DVD Player, not the TV. Details are on page 17. Make sure there are no barriers between the remote control and the DVD Player.

When referring to this manual, remember...

The feature is available on some Digital Video Discs.

The feature is available on some Audio Compact Discs.

The feature is available on some Video Compact Discs or Super Video CDs.

DVD Disc Menus...

Some explanations in this manual describe the DVD Disc Menus, which vary among DVDs. Movie producers set these menus, and not all DVDs have menus. If the DVD has a menu, access the Disc Menu by pressing the DISC MENU button on the remote control. Details are on page 19.

DVD Player Menus...

Some instructions explain how to use the DVD Player’s Setup menu to set up features of the DVD Player or the Disc. You get to the Setup Menu by pressing SYSTEM MENU on the remote control. Even if a feature is set up in the DVD Player’s menu, it will not be available if the current Disc does not include that feature.

To adjust features in the DVD Player’s Setup Menu, see pages 24-30 and 32-41.

Available Disc Features...

Features in this manual may not be available on every Disc. If the feature is not available, you cannot use the DVD Player to make the feature available. A stop hand will appear in the top left corner of the TV screen if you try to access a feature that is not available on the current Disc.

DVD

AUDIO CD

VIDEO CD

Hookups 9

Determining the best possible connection...

The capabilities of your existing equipment, especially your TV, will determine your connection possibilities. However, the following guidelines describe which options provide the best picture and sound quality.

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Component Video provides the best picture quality. Details are on page 12.

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S-Video provides excellent picture quality. Details are on page 11.

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Composite Video (a yellow Video jack) provides good picture quality. Details are on page 10.

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Your TV may have only an RF-style jack, usually labeled Antenna In or 75 ohm or RF In. You will need an RF modulator in order to view the DVD Player at your TV. See your electronics retailer for details on RF modulator availability and operations.

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Digital audio connections provide the clearest sound, but you must have a digital stereo receiver. Connect either the DVD Player’s COAXIAL or OPTICAL digital audio out jack to your Stereo for the best sound quality. Details are on page 14.

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If digital connections are not possible, connect the DVD Player’s red and white AUDIO OUT jacks to the Audio In jacks of your Stereo or TV. Details are on pages 10-13.

Before you begin...

● Refer to the manuals of your TV, Stereo, or other equipment as necessary. Note the style of jacks and

connectors on the other equipment. Determine how to choose different Audio and Video In channels on your other equipment so you can see and hear the DVD Player on the TV, Stereo, etc.

● Disconnect all equipment from the power outlets. Connect the equipment to the power outlets only

after you have finished hooking up everything. Never make or change connections with equipment connected to the power outlet.

Remember...

● Connect the DVD Player directly to the TV. For example, do not connect the DVD Player to a VCR,

then connect the VCR to a TV. This type of connection may distort the picture and sound. Also, your VCR might have the copy protection system, which could distort the DVD image or prevent playback of some Discs.

● Set the TV to the correct Video In channel. Such channels may be called AUX or AUXILIARY IN,

AUDIO/VIDEO or A/V IN, EXT1 or EXT2 or External In, etc. These channels are often near channel

00. See your TV manual for details. Or, change TV channels until you see the DVD screen saver on the TV.

● Set the Stereo to the correct channel or “source” mode.

● Do not connect the DVD Player’s AUDIO OUT jacks to the PHONO IN jack of your Stereo.

● You only need one audio connection and one video connection between the DVD Player and your TV

and/or Stereo. So, you might not use all the jacks on the DVD Player.

Once you determine the best option, find your choice on pages 10-14. Follow the steps for the hookup you choose.

10 Hookups (cont’d)

Connecting to a TV Only

TV has a yellow CVBS Video In jack

Back of TV

(example only)

LEFT AUDIO IN

VIDEO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

LEFT AUDIO IN

S-VIDEO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

Connect the yellow VIDEO (VIDEO OUT) jack of the DVD Player to the corresponding VIDEO IN jack on your TV. Use

the supplied video cable.

Connect the supplied audio cable to the red and white AUDIO OUT (left and right) jacks on the DVD Player and to the left/right AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. Match the cable

colors to the jack colors.

Plug the power cords of the DVD Player and the TV into an active power outlet. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the front of the DVD Player to turn on the DVD Player.

Turn on the TV power. Set the TV to the correct Video In channel. See your TV owner’s manual for details. Or, change chan-

nels at the TV until you see the DVD screen saver on the TV.

• On the TV, the Video In jack is usually yellow and might be labeled video, CVBS, composite, or baseband.

• If your TV has a single Audio In jack instead of separate left/right Audio In jacks, you will need a different audio cable. You need a “splitter” audio cable to go from the left/right AUDIO OUT jacks of the DVD Player to the single Audio In jack on your TV. See your electronics retailer for details.

Helpful Hints

Connect an S-Video cable (not supplied) to the S-VIDEO (VIDEO OUT) jack of the DVD Player and to the TV’s SVIDEO In jack.

Connect the supplied audio cable to the red and white AUDIO OUT (left and right) jacks on the DVD Player and to the left/right AUDIO IN jacks on the TV. Match the cable

colors to the jack colors.

Plug the power cords of the DVD Player and the TV into an active power outlet. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the front of the DVD Player to turn on the DVD Player.

Turn on the TV power. Set the TV to the correct S-Video In channel. See your TV owner’s manual for details. Or, change

channels at the TV until you see the DVD screen saver on the TV.

Hookups (cont’d) 11

Connecting to a TV Only

TV has an S-Video In Jack

Back of TV

(example only)

LEFT AUDIO IN

S-VIDEO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

LEFT AUDIO IN

S-VIDEO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

• On the TV, the S-Video In jack may be labeled Y/C, S-Video, or S-VHS (super video).

• Set VIDEO OUTPUT to S-VIDEO. Details are on page 34.

Helpful Hints

12 Hookups (cont’d)

Connecting to a TV Only

TV has Component Video In Jacks (red, green, and blue)

Back of TV

(example only)

LEFT AUDIO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

Pr/Cr

Pb/Cb

LEFT AUDIO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

Pr/Cr

Pb/Cb

Connect the DVD Player’s Y C

B CR (VIDEO OUT) jacks to

the corresponding COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks on the TV. Use component video cable (not supplied).

Connect the DVD Player’s red and white AUDIO OUT (left and right) jacks to the left/right AUDIO IN jacks on the TV.

Use the supplied audio cables. Match the cable colors to the jack colors.

Plug the power cords of the DVD Player and the TV into an active power outlet. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the front of the DVD Player to turn on the DVD Player.

Turn on the TV power. Set the TV to the correct Component Video In channel. See your TV owner’s manual for

details. Or, change channels at the TV until you see the DVD screen saver on the TV.

•

On the TV, the component video in jacks may be labeled YUV or Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y and may be green, blue, and red.

• Set VIDEO OUTPUT to YCBCR. Details are on page 34.

Helpful Hints

Hookups (cont’d) 13

Connecting to a TV and a two-channel Stereo

(Stereo has Dolby Pro Logic or right/left Audio In jacks)

Back of TV

(example only)

LEFT AUDIO IN

RIGHT AUDIO IN

Stereo

(example only)

VIDEO IN

Connect the supplied video cable to the yellow VIDEO (VIDEO OUT) jack of the DVD Player and to the TV’s VIDEO IN jack.

Connect the supplied audio cable to the red and white AUDIO OUT (left and right) jacks on the DVD Player and to the left/right AUDIO IN jacks on the Stereo. Match the

cable colors to the jack colors.

Plug the power cords of the DVD Player, Stereo, and the TV into an active power outlet. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the front of the DVD Player to turn on the DVD Player.

Turn on the Stereo power and set your Stereo to the correct Audio In channel or sound source. Refer to the Stereo

owner’s manual for details.

Turn on the TV power. Set the TV to the correct Video In channel. See your TV owner’s manual for details. Or, change chan-

nels at the TV until you see the DVD screen saver on the TV.

• If you prefer or need to use the S-VIDEO or Y C

B CR jacks

instead, see pages 11-12. You only need one video connection between the TV and the DVD Player.

Helpful Hint

14 Hookups (cont’d)

Connecting to a TV and a Stereo Receiver

(Receiver has Dolby Digital

or MPEG2)

Back of TV

(example only)

COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN

Stereo Receiver

(example only)

VIDEO IN

Connect either the COAXIAL or OPTICAL jack of the DVD Player to the corresponding DIGITAL AUDIO IN jack on your Stereo. You only need one connection. Use an appropri-

ate digital audio cable (not supplied). See your electronics retailer for details and availability.

Connect the supplied video cable to the yellow VIDEO (VIDEO OUT) jack of the DVD Player and to the TV’s VIDEO IN jack.

Plug the power cords of the DVD Player, Stereo, and the TV into an active power outlet. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the front of the DVD Player to turn on the DVD Player.

Turn on the Stereo power and set your Stereo to the correct Audio In channel or sound source. Refer to the Stereo

owner’s manual for details.

Turn on the TV power. Set the TV to the correct Video In channel. See your TV owner’s manual for details. Or, change chan-

nels at the TV until you see the DVD screen saver on the TV.

• Set SPDIF OUT accordingly. Details are on page 38.

• Your Stereo must support MPEG2 or Dolby Digital

Check the Stereo’s manual.

• If you prefer or need to use the S-VIDEO or Y C

B CR jacks

instead, see pages 11-12.

• A small, square, black cap protects the OPTICAL jack when it is not in use. Remove the cap if you want to use the jack; replace the cap when the jack is not in use.

Helpful Hints

Quick Disc Playback 15

There are many playback features and options available on Discs. After familiarizing yourself with the DVD Player as described on pages 16-18, see pages 19 and following to try additional playback features.

Press the POWER button to turn on the DVD Player. Turn on your TV. Set it to the correct Video In channel.

You should see the DVD screen saver on the TV (if no Disc is in the Player).

Press OPEN/CLOSE on the front of the DVD Player to open the disc tray. Load your Disc in the tray, with the label facing up. If the Disc (DVD) is two-sided, make sure the side you want to play is facing up.

Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the tray.

Playback may start automatically. If not:

• If you are playing a DVD, a Disc menu may appear. If the Title or Chapter selections are numbered, press a Number button to select an item. Or, press 9 8 ; : to select an item, then press OK. Playback will begin. Or, follow the on-screen instructions as detailed in the DVD Disc menu.

• If you are playing an Audio CD, press PLAY : to start playback.

• If you are playing a Video CD that has Playback Control, press the

DISC MENU button to access the menu or index of the Video CD. Press the Previous 4, Next ¢, 9, 8, ;, :, or Number buttons to select an item, then press OK. Follow the instructions provided by the Video CD. Not all Video CDs have Playback Control. See the Disc case or menus for details.

To stop playback at any time, press STOP C. If you press STOP C only once, playback will resume at the same point if you press PLAY : later to restart playback. This is known as the Resume feature. If you press STOP C more than once to stop playback, play will start at the beginning of the Disc again if you press PLAY : later to restart playback.

• If the Disc is locked by Parental Controls, you must enter your password or unlock the Disc. Details are on pages 27-29.

• DVDs have a region code. Your Player will not play Discs that have a region code different from the region code of your Player. The Player’s region code is 1 (one). Details are on page 7.

• Opening the disc tray or turning off the DVD Player’s power may cancel the Resume feature.

Helpful Hints

DVD

AUDIO CD VIDEO CD

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