Philips DVD941 User Manual
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DVD941
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the safety of everyone in your household,
please do not remove product covering.
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prevent operating and maintenance problems.
WARNING:
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
safety
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 “bolt of lightning” indicates
uninsulated material within your unit
may cause an electrical shock. For
The “exclamation point” calls attention
to features for which you should read
the enclosed literature closely to
TO PREVENT FIRE OR
symbols
All of this is our way of saying welcome–and thanks for investing in a Philips
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Sincerely,
Robert Minkhorst
President and Chief Executive Officer
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CAUTION:
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. ____________________________
To prevent electric shock,
Index
LASER SAFETY
English -------------------------------------------------------- 7
English
Français ------------------------------------------------------ 26
Español ------------------------------------------------------ 48
Español Français
This unit employs a laser. Due to possible eye injury, only
a qualified service person should remove the cover or
attempt to service 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
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©19921997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
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 MAYBE DIFFERENT
BETWEEN COUNTRIES.
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)
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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:
Read carefully the information located at the bottom of your DVD-VIDEO player and enter below the Serial No. Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No. DVD-VIDEO 941 Serial No. __________________________
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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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.
Do not use this apparatus near water – for example,
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near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool, etc.
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Clean only with a damp cloth.The appliance should
be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
7.
Install in accordance with the manufacturers
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 flow of air through the ventilation openings.
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Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) 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
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
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 specified by the
manufacturer.
12.
13.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as 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, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Battery usage
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which may result in bodily injury or damage to the unit:
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Install all batteries correctly, + and - as marked on the unit.
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Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and
alkaline, etc.).
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Remove batteries when the unit is not used for a long time.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a car t is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
CAUTION
– To prevent battery leakage
AC Polarized
Plug
EL 6475-E001: 00/8
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
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LIMITED WARRANTY
D
VD VIDEO PLAYER
90 Days Free Labor
One Year Exchange Warranty on Parts
This product must be carried in for repair.
WHO IS COVERED?
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, (903) 242-4800
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EL6191E003 / MAC 6058 / 12-98
Contents
Introduction
Philips DVD-Video Introduction ------------------------- 8
Unpacking ---------------------------------------------------- 8
Remote Control battery installation -------------------- 8
Safety Information ------------------------------------------ 8
Cleaning Discs ---------------------------------------------- 8
Functional overview
Front panel and Display ----------------------------------- 9
Remote control -------------------------------------------- 10
Rear panel -------------------------------------------------- 11
Preparation
General notes ---------------------------------------------- 12
Connecting to a TV --------------------------------------- 12
Connecting to optional equipment----------------- 12-13
NTSC/PAL Settings---------------------------------------- 13
General explanation -------------------------------------- 13
Menu bar/Status window--------------------------------- 14
Temporary feedback field icons ------------------------- 14
Personal Preferences---------------------------------- 14-15
English
Operation
Loading discs ----------------------------------------------- 16
Playing a DVD-Video and Video CD disc -------------- 16
General Features --------------------------------------16-18
Special DVD features ------------------------------------- 19
Special VCD features -------------------------------------- 19
Playing an Audio CD ----------------------------------19-20
FTS Program ----------------------------------------------- 20
Access Control
Access Control: child lock ------------------------------- 21
Access Control: parental control -------------------21-22
Before requesting service
Before requesting service -------------------------------- 23
Appendix
Speaker Settings ----------------------------------------- 24
Specifications
Specifications -----------------------------------------------25
CONTENTS
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Introduction
English
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 and CD Rewritable).
DVD-Video
You will recognize DVD-Video discs by the logo shown.
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
Video CD
You will recognize Video CDs by the logo
shown.
Audio CD
Audio CDs contain music tracks only.
You will recognize Audio CDs by the logo
shown.
Remote control battery
installation
¶ Insert batteries as indicated inside the batter y
compartment.
Caution: Do not mix old and new batteries. Never
mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline,
etc.).
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-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.
¶ The lens 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 power on for
about one hour with no disc in the unit until normal
playback is possible.
Unpacking
First check and identify the contents of your DVD-Video
player package.
You should have the following items.
– DVD-Video player
– Remote Control with batteries
– AC power cord
– 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 transpor tation.
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INTRODUCTION
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.
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