Philips DVD714AT99, DVD714AT98, DVD714AT User Manual

Digital Video Disc Player Owner’s Manual
DVD714
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This “bolt of lightning” indi­cates uninsulated material
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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
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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.
For Customer Use
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the rear of the cabinet.Retain this infor­mation for future reference.
Model No.________________ Serial No. ________________
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LASER SAFETY
This unit employs a laser. Due to possible eye injury, only a qualified service per son should remove the cover or attempt to ser vice this device.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
LASER
Type Semiconductor laser GaAlAs Wave length 650 nm (DVD)
780 nm (VCD/CD)
Output Power 7 mW (DVD)
10 mW (VCD/CD)
Beam divergence 60 degree
The region code for this set is 1.
Since it is usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the world, all players have region codes and discs can have an optional region code. If you load a disc of a different region code to your player, you will see the region code notice on the screen. The disc will not play and should be unloaded.
NOTE: PICTURES SHOWN MAY BE DIFFERENT BETWEEN COUNTRIES.
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic ,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories , Inc. All rights reser ved.
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.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
For Customer Use:
NEVER MAKE OR CHANGE CONNECTIONS WITH THE POWER SWITCHED ON.
CAUTION VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM (WARNING LOCATION: INSIDE ON LASER COVERSHIELD OR THE BACKPLATE OF SET)
Read carefully the information located at the back of your DVD Video Player and enter below the Serial Number. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. DVD714 Serial No. __________________________
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General Information
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.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The set complies with the FCC-Rules, Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040.10.
Canada
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.
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES
NE PAS OUVRIR
Attention: Afin de prévenir le risque de chocs électriques,
Toute réparation devrait être confiée à un personnel qualifié.
ne pas retirer les vis.
Ce symbole indique la présence d’une tension suffisamment élevée pour engendrer un risque de chocs électriques.
Ce symbole indique que le manuel d’installation fourni avec l’appareil contient d’importantes recommandations quant au fonctionnement et à l’entretien de ce dernier.
AVISO
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO
Atención: Para reducir el riesgo de choque elécrico,
En su interior no hay piezas que el usuario pueda reparar.
no quite la tapa (o el panel posterior).
Para servicio dirijase a personal calificado.
Este símbolo tiene por finalidad advertir al usuario de la presencia de tensión peligrosa no aislada dentro de la caja del aparato, que puede ser lo suficientemente fuerte para constituir un peligro de choque eléctrico.
Este símbolo sirve para advertir al usuario de la presencia de instrucciones de manejo y mantenimiento (servicio) importantes en el manual que acompaña al aparato.
NO ABRIR
AVISO
Para reducir el riesgo de fuego o choque eléctrico, no exponga el aparato a la lluvia o humedad.
ATENCIÓN
El uso de mando o ajustes o la ejecucción de métodos que no sean los aquí descritos puede ocasionar peligro de exposición a radiación.
El aparato cumple las normas FCC, Parte 15 y 21 CFR
1040.10.
AVIS
Afin de réduire tout risque d’incendie ou de choc électrique, il ne faut pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
ATTENTION
L'utilisation des commandes ou réglages ou le non-respect des procédures ci-incluses peuvent se traduire par une exposition dangereuse à l'irradiation.
L'appareil répond aux normes FCC, Part 15 et 21 CFR
1040.10.
Canada
Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le Brouillage Radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
– Read before operating equipment
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards.There are,however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.
1. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions – All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water – for example,
near a bathtub,washbowl,kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Clean only with a damp cloth.The appliance should
be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.Do not block any of the ventilation openings. For example, the appliance should not be
situated on a bed,sofa, rug,or similar surface or placed in a built-in installation,such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the ow of air through the ventilation openings.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug.A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.When the provided plug does not t into your outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
AC Polarized
Plug
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs,convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart,stand, tripod,bracket,
or table specied by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used,use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, been dropped.
or if the unit does not operate normally or has
15. Battery usage CAUTION– To prevent battery leakage
that may result in bodily injury or damage to the unit:
Install all batteries correctly,+ and - as marked on the unit.
Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and
alkaline,etc.).
Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Contents
Introduction
Philips DVD Video Introduction ------------------------- 7 Unpacking---------------------------------------------------- 7 Remote Control Battery Installation ------------------- 7 Safety Information------------------------------------------ 7 Cleaning Discs ---------------------------------------------- 7
Functional Overview
Front Panel and Display ----------------------------------- 8 Remote Control-------------------------------------------- 9 Rear Panel --------------------------------------------------10
Preparation
General Notes ---------------------------------------------11 Connecting to a TV ---------------------------------------11 Connecting to Optional Equipment--------------------12 General Explanation --------------------------------------13 On-Screen Display ----------------------------------------13 Temporary Feedback Field Icons -----------------------13 Personal Preferences----------------------------------13-15
Operation
Loading Discs-----------------------------------------------16 Playing DVD and Video CD discs -----------------------16 General Features --------------------------------------16-18 Special DVD Features-------------------------------------18 Special VCD Features -------------------------------------19 Playing an Audio CD --------------------------------------19 Program -----------------------------------------------------20 Playing MP3 Recordings ------------------------------20-21
Before Requesting Service
Before Requesting Service -------------------------------22
Specifications
Specifications -----------------------------------------------23
Limited W arranty
Limited Warranty --------------------------------------24-25
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CONTENTS
Introduction
Philips DVD Video Introduction
Your Philips DVD Video Player will play digital video discs conforming to the universal DVD Video standard. With it, you will be able to enjoy full-length movies with true cinema picture quality, as well as stereo or multi-channel sound (depending on the disc and your playback setup). The unique features of DVD Video, such as selection of sound track, subtitle languages and different camera angles (again, depending on the disc), are all included. In addition to DVD Video discs, you will be able to play all Video CDs and Audio CDs (including finalized CD Recordable (CD-R) and CD Rewritable (CD-RW)).
DVD Video
You will recognize DVD Video discs by the logo shown below . Depending on the material on the disc (a movie, video clips, a drama series, etc.), the disc may have one or more Titles.
DVD-VIDEO DISC
TITLE 1 TITLE 2
CHAPTER 1 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 1 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 3
Unpacking
First check and identify the contents of your DVD Player’s package. You should have the following items:
DVD Player Remote Control with batteries Audio cable Video cable Instructions for use
If any item is damaged or missing, contact your retailer or Philips. Keep the packaging material for future transportation.
Remote Control Battery Installation
Insert two AA batteries as indicated inside the battery
compartment.
Caution: Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).
Video CD
You will recognize Video CDs by this logo.
Audio CD
Audio CDs contain music tracks only. You will recognize Audio CDs by this logo.
In addition, this unit can play a CD-R or CD-RW, as well as MP3 data.
Notes:
Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or
the CD-R/CD-RW, some CD-R/CD-RW can not play on this unit.
The unit can not play CD-R/CD-RW that contain no data or
data other than MP3.
Safety Information
Do not expose the system to excessive moisture, rain, sand,
or heat sources.
Place the player on a firm, flat surface. Keep the player away from domestic heating equipment
and direct sunlight.
In a cabinet, allow about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of free space all
around the player for adequate ventilation.
If the DVD Player cannot read CDs/DVDs correctly, use a
commonly available cleaning CD/DVD to clean the lens before taking the DVD Player to be repaired. Other cleaning methods may destroy the lens. Always keep the tray closed to avoid dust on the lens.
The lens ma y cloud ov er when the D VD Player is suddenly
moved from cold to warm surroundings. Pla ying a CD/D VD is not possible then. Lea v e the pow er on for about one hour with no disc in the unit until normal playback is possible.
Cleaning Discs
When a disc becomes dirty , clean it with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for analog discs.
INTRODUCTION
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Functional Overview
A
Front Panel and Display
STANDBY-ON
switches the player to ON or OFF
STANDBY INDICATOR
– lights red when the player is in Standby
mode (off)
DISPLAY
shows the current status of the player
DISC TRA Y
insert a disc here
STANDBY-ON
2 PLAY
starts playback
9 STOP
stops playback
; PAUSE
interr upts playback
/ OPEN/CLOSE
opens/closes the disc tr ay
OPEN/ CLOSE
PLAY
NEXT
TITLEMP3 VCD CD A
DVD
CHP/TRK
PROG.
RANDOM ALL
AB
PAUSE
STOP
PREV
– point the DVD Player remote control here
Indicates current player function: Playback, Pause, etc.
MP3 MP3 disc inserted VCD Video CD inserted CD Audio CD inserted
DVD
DVD inserted ANGLE active
DVD
Remote Sensor
S PREV
– go to beginning of cur rent title/chapter/track or to
PREVious title/chapter/track
press and hold for two seconds for a fast reverse search
T NEXT
– go to NEXT title/chapter/track
press and hold for two seconds for a fast forward search
TITLEMP3 VCD CD
CHP/TRK
PROG.
RANDOM ALL
AB
TITLE Current Title number
CHP/TRK Current Chapter or Track number
PROG. PROGRAM playback active
RANDOM RANDOM playback active
B
REPEAT A-B active
ALL
REPEAT active
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FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
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