Philips DVD825AT98 User Manual

DVD-Video player

DVD825

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This “bolt of lightning” indicates
uninsulated material within your unit

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

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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, and
fully insert.

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. ____________________________

• Once your Philips Magnavox purchase is registered,you’re
eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a Philips
Magnavox product.

• So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card
enclosed with your purchase at once .And take advantage
of these important benefits.

Return your Warranty Registration card today to

ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to.

Warranty

Verification

Registering your product within
10 days confirms your right to
maximum protection under the
terms and conditions of your Philips
Magnavox warranty.

Owner

Confirmation

Your completed Warranty Registration
Card serves as verification of ownership
in the event of product theft or loss.

Model

Registration

Returning your Warranty Registration
Card right away guarantees you’ll
receive all the information and special
offers which you qualify for as the
owner of your model.

Congratulations on your purchase,
and welcome to the “family!”

Dear Philips Magnavox product owner:

Thank you for your confidence in Philips Magnavox.You’ve selected one of the
best-built,best-backed products available today.And we’ll do everything in our
power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come.

As a member of the Philips Magnavox “family,” you’re entitled to protection by
one of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding service networks
in the industry.

What’s more, your purchase guarantees you’ll receive all the information and
special offers for which you qualify,plus easy access to accessories from our
convenient home shopping network.

And most importantly you can count on our uncompromising commitment to
your total satisfaction.

All of this is our way of saying welcome–and thanks for investing in a Philips
Magnavox product.

Sincerely,

Robert Minkhorst
President and Chief Executive Officer

P.S. Remember,to get the most from your Philips Magnavox product,

you must return your Warranty Registration Card within 10 days.
So please mail it to us right now!

Visit our World Wide Web Site at http://www.philipsmagnavox.com

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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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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.

LASER SAFETY

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 intented for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “AC-3” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.
©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

For Customer Use:

Read carefully the information located at the bottom of your DVD-VIDEO player and enter below the Serial N°. Retain this information for
future reference.

Model N°. DVD-VIDEO 825 Serial N°. __________________________

NEVER MAKE OR CHANGE CONNECTIONS WITH THE
POWER SWITCHED ON.

LASER

Type Semiconductor laser GaAlAs
Wave length 650 nm (DVD)

785 nm (VCD/CD)

Output Power 7 mW (DVD)

10 mW (VCD/CD)

Beam divergence 60 degree.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE
TO BEAM (WARNING LOCATION: INSIDE ON LASER COVERSHIELD)

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.

TruSurround and the SRS symbol are trademarks of
SRS Labs., Inc. TruSurround technology is
manufactured under license from SRS Labs., Inc.

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LASER PRODUCT

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CAUTION

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

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.

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.

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.

AVISO

RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO

NO ABRIR

Atención: Para reducir el riesgo de choque elécrico,

no quite la tapa (o el panel posterior).

En su interior no hay piezas que el usuario pueda reparar.

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.

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.

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.

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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 Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water ­for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or
swimming pool, or in a wet basement.

6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or
stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

6A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the
appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of
air through the ventilation openings.

9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the
grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

Caution:To prevent electric

shock, match the wide blade of this
plug to the wide slot and fully insert.
Do not use this (polarized) plug with an
extension cord, receptacle or other
outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.

13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by
the manufacturer.

14. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power
lines.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to
the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,

provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna­discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See figure below.

16. Non-use Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

17. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

18. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:

A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a

marked change in performance; or

E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

19. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance

beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – Read before operating equipment

Note to the Cable TV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that 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.

AC

Polarized Plug

Example of Antenna Grounding as
per NEC - National Electrical Code

Ground Clamp

Antenna Lead-in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps

Electric Service Equipment

Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art. 250, Part H)

LIMITED W ARRANTY

DVDVIDEO PLAYER

90 Days Free Labor

One Year Exchange Warranty on Parts

This product must be carried in for repair.

WHO IS CO VERED?

You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service.A sales
receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is
considered proof of purchase.

WHAT IS COVERED?

Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product.For 90 days
thereafter,all parts will be repaired or replaced,and labor is free.From
90 days to one year from the day of purchase, all parts will be repaired or
replaced,but you pay for all labor charges. After one year from the day
of purchase, you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts,and for

all labor charges.
All parts, including repaired and replaced parts,are covered only for

the original warranty period.When the warranty on the product
expires,the warranty on all replaced and repaired parts also expires.

WHAT IS EXCLUDED?

Your warranty does not cover:

• labor charges for installation or setup of the product,adjustment of
customer controls on the product,and installation or repair of
antenna systems outside of the product.

• product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse,accident,
unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Philips
Consumer Electronics.

• reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or antenna
systems outside the unit.

• a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to
operate in any country other than the country for which it was
designed,manufactured,approved and/or authorized,or repair of
products damaged by these modifications.

• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product.
(Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequen­tial damages,so the above exclusion may not apply to you.This
includes,but is not limited to,prerecorded material,whether copy­righted or not copyrighted.)

• a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes
(including but not limited to rental purposes).

WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE?

Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is offi­cially distributed by Philips Consumer Electronics.In countries where
Philips Consumer Electronics does not distribute the product,the local
Philips service organization will attempt to provide service (although
there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manu-

al(s) are not readily available).

MAKE SURE YOU KEEP...

Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of
purchase.Attach it to this owner’s manual and keep both nearby.Also
keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return
your product.

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...

Please check your owner’s manual before requesting service.
Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a service
call.

TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U.S.A.,
PUERTO RICO OR U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS...

Take the product to a Philips factory service center (see enclosed list)
or authorized service center for repair.When the product has been
repaired,you must pick up the unit at the center.Centers may keep
defective parts.

(In U.S.A.,Puerto Rico and U.S.Virgin Islands, all implied warranties,
including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particu­lar purpose, are limited in duration to the duration of this express war­ranty. Because some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty may last,this limitation may not apply to you.)

TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA...

Please contact Philips at:

1-800-661-6162 (French Speaking)
1-800-363-7278 (English Speaking)

(In Canada,this warranty is given in lieu of all other warranties.No
other warranties are expressed or implied,including any implied war­ranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.Philips is
not liable under any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, inci­dental or consequential damages,howsoever incurred,even if notified
of the possibility of such damages.)

REMEMBER...

Please record the model and serial numbers found on the product
below.Also, please fill out and mail your warranty registration card
promptly. It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary.
MODEL # ___________________________________________
SERIAL # ___________________________________________

This warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province .

Philips Service Solutions Group,P.O.Box 2976, Longview,Texas 75606, [phone]

EL6191E003 / MAC 6058 / 12-98

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INTRODUCTION ..................................................................P 7

INSTALLATION ....................................................................P 9

STANDARD CONNECTIONS................................................P 11

GETTING STARTED ..............................................................P 13

PLAYING A DVD-VIDEO DISC ..............................................P 14

PLAYING A VIDEO CD..........................................................P 17

PLAYING AN AUDIO CD......................................................P 20

SETTINGS............................................................................P 22

PARENTAL CONTROL ..........................................................P 23

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE..........................................P 24

SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................P 25

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

THE ENTERTAINMENT MEDIUM FOR THE MILLENIUM

DVD has brought about a true revolution in video quality. With
perfect studio-quality captured in this incredible new format,
you get far more than ever before!

At last, it is truly possible to bring the Cinema into the home.
Home Cinema is no longer a dream. With super realistic 3D
surround sound, digital multi-channel audio, the full impact of
special effects, music scores and more are brought into stun­ning realism.

DVD also allows up to 8 languages and 32 subtitles on a sing­le disc! Watch movies over and over, in different languages,
with different sub-titles, using different camera angles, the
entertainment never ends. And with DVD, you always see it
as sharp as it was meant to be.

Welcome to a whole new world of entertainment!

DIGITAL VIDEO

The wonders of DVD-Video are possible due to the use of the
latest state-of-the-art MPEG2 data compression which ena­bles an entire movie to be put on a single 5-inch disc. The
complex MPEG2 technology captures even the most complex
pictures in all their original glory.

Technically, DVD-Video provides crystal-clear digital pictures
with a high resolution of over 500 lines and 720 pixels (pictu­re elements) to each line! This is more than double the reso­lution of VHS, better than Laser Discs and are the closest
match to the digital masters made in recording studios!

While DVD-Video Discs could be either PAL or NTSC, this
player can play either, leaving you with no worries and more
enjoyment.

DVD-Video is poised to be the universal video system of the
future, offering optimal viewing quality on any TV screen.

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Your DVD-Video player is a player for 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, and stereo or multichannel sound (depending on the
disc, and on your playback set-up). The unique features of
DVD-Video, such as selection of sound track and subtitle lan­guages, and of different camera angles (again depending on
the disc), are all included. What’s more, Parental Control lets
you decide which discs your children will be able to see.

You will find your player remarkably easy to use, by way of
the On-Screen Display and player display, in combination with
the remote control.

It is important to note that CD-R, CD-RW discs must be FINA­LIZED before they can be played on this player. The disc types
which run on the player feature one or more of these logos on
the disc packaging:

First check and identify the contents of your DVD-Video player
package, as listed below:

- DVD-Video player

- Remote Control Handset with separately-packed batteries

- 2-core power cord

- Cinch cable

- User Manual
If any item should be damaged or missing, please inform your

supplier without delay.
Keep the packaging materials; you may need them to trans-

port your player in the future.

• This player includes an advanced suspension system to
insulate all relevant parts from vibrations. In order to get
optimal performance from the suspension system, do not
touch or put anything on the disc loading tray during play­back.

• Place the player on a firm, flat surface.

• Keep away from domestic
heating equipment and direct
sunlight.

• In a cabinet, allow at least 2.5
cm (1 inch) of free space all
around the player for adequate ventilation.

• If the DVD-Video player cannot read CDs/DVDs correctly
use a commonly available cleaning CD/DVD to clean the
lens before taking the DVD-Video player to be repaired.
Other cleaning methods may destroy the lens. Always keep
the tray closed to avoid dust on the lens.

Refer to section

on “Before Requesting For Service”.

• The lenses may cloud over when the DVD-Video player is
suddenly moved from cold to warm surroundings. Playing a
CD/DVD is not possible then. Leave the DVD-Video player
in a warm environment until the moisture evaporates.

PLACEMENT

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