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DVD Micro Theater
Register your product and get support at
www.philips.com/welcome
User manual
Manuel d'utilisation
Manual del usuario
Benutzerhandbuch
Gebruikershandleidingen
Manuale per l'utente
Användarhandböckerna
Brugermanual
MCD179
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Important notes for users in the
U.K.
Mains plug
This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13
Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug
proceed as follows:
1 Remove fuse cover and fuse.
2 Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp,
A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type.
3 Refit the fuse cover.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket
outlets, it should be cut off and an appropriate
plug fitted in its place.
If the mains plug contains a fuse, this should
have a value of 3 Amp. If a plug without a fuse
is used, the fuse at the distribution board
should not be greater than 3 Amp.
Note: The severed plug must be disposed of
to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be
inserted into a 13 Amp socket elsewhere.
How to connect a plug
The wires in the mains lead are coloured with
the following code: blue = neutral (N),
brown = live (L).
¶ As these colour s may not correspond with the
colour markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:
– Connect the blue wire to the terminal
marked N or coloured black.
– Connect the brown wire to the terminal
marked L or coloured red.
– Do not connect either wire to the earth
terminal in the plug, marked E (or e) or
coloured green (or green and yellow).
Before replacing the plug cover, make certain
that the cord grip is clamped over the sheath
of the lead - not simply over the two wires.
Copyright in the U.K.
Recording and playback of material may
require consent. See Copyright Act 1956 and
The Performer’s Protection Acts 1958 to 1972.
Italia
DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA’
Si dichiara che l’apparecchio MCD179 Philips
risponde alle prescrizioni dell’ar t. 2 comma 1 del
D.M. 28 Agosto 1995 n. 548.
Fatto a Eindhoven
Philips Consumer Electronics
Philips, Glaslaan 2
5616 JB Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Norge
Typeskilt finnes på apparatens underside.
Observer: Nettbryteren er sekundert
innkoplet. Den innebygde netdelen er
derfor ikke frakoplet nettet så lenge
apparatet er tilsluttet nettkontakten.
For å redusere faren for brann eller elektrisk
støt, skal apparatet ikke utsettes for regn eller
fuktighet.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other
than herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure or other unsafe
operation.
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DK
Advarsel: Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning
når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude af funktion.
Undgå utsættelse for stråling.
Bemærk: Netafbryderen er sekundært
indkoblet og ofbryder ikke strømmen fra
nettet. Den indbyggede netdel er derfor
tilsluttet til lysnettet så længe netstikket
sidder i stikkontakten.
S
Klass 1 laseraparat
Varning! Om apparaten används på annat
sätt än i denna bruksanvisning specificerats,
kan användaren utsättas för osynlig
laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för
laserklass 1.
Observera! Stömbrytaren är sekundärt
kopplad och bryter inte strömmen från
nätet. Den inbyggda nätdelen är därför
ansluten till elnätet så länge stickproppen
sitter i vägguttaget.
SF
Luokan 1 laserlaite
Var oitus! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin
tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla
saattaa altistaa käyttäjän
turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle
näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
Oikeus muutoksiin varataan. Laite ei saa
olla alttiina tippu-ja roiskevedelle.
Huom. Toiminnanvalitsin on kytketty
toisiopuolelle, eikä se kytke laitetta irti
sähköverkosta. Sisäänrakennettu verkkoosa on kytkettynä sähköverkkoon aina
silloin, kun pistoke on pistorasiassa.
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Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Windows Media and the Windows logo are
trademarks, or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/
or other countries.
DivX Certified products: “DivX Certified, and
associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and
are used under license.
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reserve engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL
HIGH DEFINITION TELEVSION SETS ARE FULLY
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE
PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE
SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE
CONNECTIN TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’
OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS
MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE
CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.
Windows Media is a trademark of
Microsoft Corporation.
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Index
English ------------------------------------------------ 6
Français -------------------------------------------- 40
Español --------------------------------------------- 75
Deutsch ------------------------------------------- 110
Nederlands -------------------------------------- 148
Italiano -------------------------------------------- 183
Svenska ------------------------------------------- 218
English
English
Français
EspañolDeutschNederlandsItalianoSvenskaDansk
Español
Dansk --------------------------------------------- 252
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Contents
English
General Information
Features .................................................................. 8
Supplied accessories ............................................ 8
Environmental information ................................ 8
Safety information ............................................8~9
Maintenance .......................................................... 9
Hearing Safety ....................................................... 9
Connections
Step 1: Placing speakers and subwoofer........ 10
Step 2: Connecting speakers and subwoofer 10
Step 3: Connecting TV set ......................... 11~12
Step 4: Connecting the FM antenna ............... 13
Step 5: Connecting the power cord............... 13
Step 6: Connecting a VCR or cable/satellite box
Step 7: Connecting digital audio equipment . 14
Step 8: Connecting portable audio player .... 14
Functional Overview
Controls on the system .................................... 15
Remote control ........................................... 16~17
Getting Started
Step 1: Using the Remote Control ................. 18
Step 2: Setting up the TV ........................... 18~19
Step 3: Setting language preference ................ 19
Basic Operations
Switching the system on/off ............................. 20
Power saving automatic standby ..................... 20
Volume control ................................................... 20
Sound Control .................................................... 20
Using Video In jack (CVBS)
Using Headphone jack
Using Scart jack
Using S-Video In jack
Using an accessory RF modulator
................................................................................ 13
Selecting the color system that matches your
TV set
Component Setting
Setting the OSD Language
Setting the Audio, Subtitle and Disc Menu
language
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
DSC (Digital Sound Control)
LOUDNESS
Disc Operations
Playable Discs ...................................................... 21
Region Codes ...................................................... 21
Playing discs ......................................................... 22
Using the Disc Menu ......................................... 22
Resuming playback ............................................. 22
Selecting and searching .............................. 22~23
Selecting a different track/chapter
Fast forwarding/reversing
Slow forwarding/reversing
Different play modes: REPEAT, SHUFFLE and
REPEAT A-B ......................................................... 23
REPEAT
Repeat A-B
Programming favourite chapters/tracks ........ 24
Display information............................................ 24
Moving to another title/chapter ..................... 24
Viewing from another angle............................. 25
ZOOM .................................................................. 25
AUDIO ................................................................. 25
SUBTITLE ............................................................. 25
Playing MP3/Picture disc (Kodak, JPEG) . 25~26
Playing MP3 music and JPEG pictures
simultaneously ..................................................... 26
Playing a Divx disc .............................................. 27
System Menu Options
Basic operations ................................................. 28
General Setup Page ............................................ 28
OSD Lang
Screen Saver
DIVX VOD
Audio Setup Page ........................................ 28~29
Night Mode
Digital Output
Dolby Digital Setup
Video Setup Page ......................................... 29~30
TV Display
Component
TV Type
Preference Page ........................................... 30~31
Audio
Subtitle
Disc Menu
Parental
Password
Divx Subtitle
Default
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Radio Reception
Tuning to radio stations .................................... 32
Programming radio station .............................. 32
Automatic programming
Manual programming
Tuning to preset radio stations ....................... 32
USB Connection
Using USB connectivity .............................. 33~34
Clock/Timer
Viewing clock ...................................................... 35
Setting clock ........................................................ 35
Setting wake-up timer ....................................... 35
Setting sleep timer ............................................. 35
Specifications ........................................... 36
Tr oubleshooting ............................. 37~38
Glossary ......................................................... 39
Contents
English
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General Information
English
Congratulations on your purchase and
welcome to Philips!
To fully benefit from the support that Philips
offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the European
Community.
Features
Your DVD MICRO THEATRE System with 2.1channel full analog amplifier creates the same
dynamic sound qualities that you find in full
fledged cinemas and incorporates some of the
best features in home theater technology. Other
features include:
Additional Component Connections
Lets you connect other audio and audio/visual
components to the DVD micro system.
Parental Control (Rating Level)
Lets you set a ratings level so that your children
cannot watch a DVD that has a rating higher
than you set.
Sleep/Wake-up Timer
Enables the system to switch on/off automatically
at a preset time.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We
have tried to make the packaging easy to
separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags,
protective foam sheet).
Your system consists of materials which can be
recycled and reused if disassembled by a
specialised company. Please observe the local
regulations regarding the disposal of packaging
materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.
Disposal of your old product
Your product is designed and
manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which
can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled
bin symbol is attached to a
product it means the product is
covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC
Please inform yourself about the local separate
collection system for electrical and electronic
products.
Please act according to your local rules and do
not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste. The correct disposal of
your old product will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and
human health.
Supplied accessories
– Remote control with one CR2025 battery
–Two speakers and one subwoofer
– DIN cable
– A/V cable (yellow/red/white)
– FM wire antenna
– User Manual and Quick Start Guide
If any item is damaged or missing, contact
your retailer or Philips.
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Safety information
● Before operating the system, check that the
operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or
the voltage indication beside the voltage
selector) of your system is identical with the
voltage of your local power supply. If not, please
consult your dealer.
● Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler
is used as the disconnet device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
●
Place the system on a flat, hard and stable surface.
● The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing.
● Install the unit near the AC outlet and where the
AC power plug can be easily reached.
● Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent internal heat build-up in
your system. Allow at least 10 cm (4 inches)
clearance from the rear and the top of the unit
and 5 cm (2 inches) from each side.
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General Information
● The ventilation should not be impeded by
covering the ventilation openings with items,
such as newspapers, table-cloths, cur tains, etc.
● Do not expose the system, batteries or discs to
excessive moisture, rain, sand or heat sources
caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
● No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
● No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
● If the system is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens of the disc
unit inside the system. Should this occur, the CD
player would not operate normally. Leave the
power on for about one hour with no disc in the
system until normal playback is possible.
● The mechanical parts of the set contain self-
lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or
lubricated.
● Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed)
shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
● When the system is switched to Standby
mode, it is still consuming some power.
To disconnect the system from the
power supply completely, remove the AC
power plug from the wall socket.
Hearing Safety
Listen at a moderate volume.
● Using headphones at a high volume can impair
your hearing. This product can produce sounds
in decibel ranges that may cause hearing loss for
a normal person, even for exposure less than a
minute. The higher decibel ranges are offered
for those that may have already experienced
some hearing loss.
● Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing
"comfort level" adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So after prolonged listening, what sounds
"normal" can actually be loud and harmful to
your hearing. To guard against this, set your
volume to a safe level before your hearing
adapts and leave it there.
To establish a safe volume level:
● Set your volume control at a low setting.
● Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it
comfortably and clearly, without distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
● Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally
"safe" levels, can also cause hearing loss.
● Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and
take appropriate breaks.
English
Maintenance
● When a disc becomes dirty,
clean it with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center
out, in a straight line.
● Do not expose the player,
batteries or discs to humidity,
rain, sand or excessive heat
(caused by heating equipment
or direct sunlight). Always keep the disc tray
closed to avoid dust on the lens.
● Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for colour discs.
● The lens may cloud over when the player is
suddenly moved from cold to warm
surroundings, making it impossible to play a disc.
Leave the player in the warm environment until
the moisture evaporates.
Be sure to observe the following
guidelines when using your headphones.
● Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable
periods of time.
● Be careful not to adjust the volume as your
hearing adapts.
● Do not turn up the volume so high that you
can't hear what's around you.
● You should use caution or temporarily
discontinue use in potentially hazardous
situations.
● Do not use headphones while operating a
motorized vehicle, cycling, skateboarding, etc.; it
may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many
areas.
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Connections
English
Step 1: Placing speakers and
subwoofer
Step 2: Connecting speakers
and subwoofer
For best possible surround sound, locate your
speakers and subwoofer as follows:
● Place the left and right speakers at equal
distances from the TV set and at an angle of
approximately 45 degrees from the listening
position.
● Place the subwoofer on the floor.
Notes:
–To avoid magnetic interference, position the
speakers, subwoofer as far as possible from the
main unit, TV set or other radiation source.
– Allow adequate ventilation around the DVD
System.
Right speaker
● Connect the supplied DIN cable to DVD player’s
DIN jack and the subwoofer’s DIN jack.
● Connect the speaker wires to the SPEAKER
terminals, right speaker to "R" and left speaker to
"L", coloured (marked) wire to "+" and black
(unmarked) wire to "-". Fully insert the stripped
portion of the speaker wire into the terminal as
shown.
Subwoofer
Left speaker
IMPORTANT!
The type plate is located on the bottom
of the system.
To avoid overheating of the system, a
safety circuit has been built in. Therefore,
your system may switch to Standby
mode automatically under extreme
conditions. If this happens, let the system
cool down before reusing it.
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Notes:
–For optimal sound performance, use the
supplied speakers.
– Do not connect more than one speaker to any
one pair of +/- speaker terminals.
– Do not connect speakers with an impedance
lower than the speakers supplied. Please refer to
the SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual.
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Connections
Step 3: Connecting TV set
IMPORTANT!
–You only need to make one video
connection from the following options,
according to the capabilities of your TV
system.
– S-Video connection provides higher
picture quality. This option must be
available on your TV set.
– Connect the system directly to the TV
set.
Using Video In jack (CVBS)
● Use the supplied composite video cable (yellow)
to connect the system’s COMPOSITE
VIDEO jack to the video input jack (or labeled
as A/V In, Video In, Composite or Baseband) on
the TV set.
● To hear the sound of this DVD Player through
your TV, use the audio cables (white/red,
supplied) to connect LINE OUT (L/R) jacks of
the DVD Player to the corresponding AUDIO
IN jacks on the TV.
Using Headphone jack
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● To listen to TV through this system, use a cinch
cable (not supplied) to connect AUX IN jack
(3.5mm) to the HEADPHONE jack on the TV
set (with a 3.5mm-diameter stereo jack).
Or, you may use a cinch calbe (not supplied) to
connect AUX IN jack (3.5mm) to audio out
jacks on the TV set.
Before starting oper ation, press AUX on the
remote control to select “AUX ” in order to
activate the input source.
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Connections
English
Using Scart jack
● Use the scart cable (not supplied) to connect
the system’s SCART jacks to the corresponding
SCART input jacks on the TV set.
TO TV
TO TV
Using S-Video In jack
Using an accessory RF modulator
IMPORTANT!
– If your TV set only has a single
Antenna In jack (or labeled as 75 ohm or
RF In), you will need a RF modulator in
order to view the DVD playback via TV.
See your electronics retailer or contact
Philips for details on RF modulator
availability and operations.
● Use the supplied composite cable (yellow) to
connect the system’s COMPOSITE VIDEO
jack to the video input jack on the RF modulator.
● Use the RF coaxial cable (not supplied) to
connect the RF modulator to your TV’s RF jack.
● Use the S-Video cable (not supplied) to connect
the system’s S-VIDEO jack to the S-Video
input jack (or labeled as Y/C or S-VHS) on the
TV set.
● To hear the sound of this DVD Player through
your TV, use the audio cables (white/red,
supplied) to connect LINE OUT (L/R) jacks of
the DVD Player to the corresponding AUDIO
IN jacks on the TV.
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Connections
Step 4: Connecting the FM
antenna
● Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM (75
Ω) jack at the back of the main unit. Extend the
FM antenna and fix its end to the wall.
Step 5: Connecting the power
cord
IMPORTANT!
– Never make or change any
connection with the power switched on.
DIN IN
Subwoofer
● After everything is connected properly, plug in
the AC power cord to the power socket.
DVD Player
AC power cord
Step 6: Connecting a VCR or
cable/satellite box
Using the VCR for recording DVDs
Some DVDs are copyright-protected. You cannot
record or dub protected discs using VCR.
1 Connect the system’s COMPOSITE VIDEO
jack to the VIDEO IN jacks on the VCR.
2 Connect the system’s LINE OUT (R/L) jacks to
to the AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR. This will
allow you to make analog stereo (two channels,
right and left).
English
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Connections
English
Step 7: Connecting digital
Digital audio recorder
audio equipment
Step 8: Connecting portable
audio player
Recording (digital)
Connect the system’s COAXIAL OUT (digital
out) jack to the DIGITAL IN jack on a digital
recording device (DTS-Digital Theater System
compatible, with a Dolby Digital decoder, for
example).
Before operation, set COAXIAL OUTPUT
according to the audio connection.
Por table audio player(MP3)
Connect the system’s AUX jack (diameter
3.5mm) to the HEADPHONE jack (diameter
3.5mm) on a portable audio player.
Before starting playback, press AUX on the
remote control to select “AUX” in order to
activate the input source. The music will be heard
through the speakers.
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Functional Overview
English
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Controls on the system
1 STANDBY ON (2)
– switches the system on or to Eco-power standby
/standby mode.
2 SOURCE
–selects the respective sound source: DISC/USB/
FM/AUX.
– switches on the system.
2; ........................... starts or interrupts disc playback.
9 ............................. stops disc playback or erases a
programme.
í/ ë
Disc ....................... press to skip to the previous/
Tuner .................... selects a preset radio station
clock/timer ........ adjusts the minutes for the clock/
next chapter/title/track.
timer function.
3 TUNING à / á
Tuner .................... tunes to a radio station
Disc ....................... fast searches backward/forward
in a disc at different speeds.
clock/timer ........ adjusts the hours for the clock/
timer function.
4 DSC (Digital Sound Control)
– selects different types of preset sound equalizer
settings.
5 DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
– enables or disables bass enhancement.
!
0
6 MODE
– selects various repeat modes or the shuffle play
mode for a disc (For VCD with PBC feature,
PBC must be turned off).
7 VOLUME
– adjusts the volume upward/downward.
8 DISPLAY/CLOCK
Disc ....................... displays the current status and/or
clock...................... sets and views the clock.
disc information.
9 OPEN/CLOSE0
– opens/closes the disc door.
0 USB port
– connects to external USB mass storage device.
! iR SENSOR
– point the remote control towards this sensor.
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Functional Overview
English
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
!
@
Remote control
1 B
– switches the system on or to Eco-power standby
/standby mode.
2 Source buttons
–selects the respective sound source: DISC/USB/
FM/AUX.
– switches on the system.
3 MODE
– selects various repeat modes or the shuffle play
mode for a disc (For VCD with PBC feature,
PBC must be turned off).
4 SYSTEM MENU
– enters or exits the system menu.
5 REPEAT A-B
– repeats playback of a specific section within a
chapter or a track.
6 OK
– confirms a selection.
4 / 3 /
– selects an item in a menu.
–moves an enlarged picture up/down/left/right.
#
$
%
5 / 6
Disc ....................... fast searches backward/forward
Tuner .................... tunes to radio stations.
clock/timer.... .....adjusts the hours for the clock/
5 / 6
in a disc at different speeds.
timer function.
7 DSC (Digital Sound Control)
– selects different types of preset sound equalizer
^
settings.
8 ÉÅ
– starts or interrupts disc playback.
&
9 ¡ / ™
*
(
)
¡
™
Disc ....................... press to skip to the previous/
next chapter/title/track.
Tuner .................... selects a preset radio station
clock/timer... ......adjusts the minutes for the clock/
timer function.
0 9
stops disc playback or erases a programme.
! Numeric Keypad (0-9)
– inputs a track/title/chapter number of the disc.
@ ANGLE/PROG
Picture CD ........ dur ing playback, to select a slide
DVD ..................... selects a DVD camera angle.
Tuner .................... program the favourite stations.
Tuner..................... press and hold to start automatic
Disc/USB ............program the favourite tracks.
show mode.
preset programming.
# SLEEP/TIMER
– activates/deactivates or selects the sleep timer.
– activates/deactivates or sets the wake-up timer.
$ DISPLAY/CLOCK
Disc ....................... displays the current status and/or
clock...................... sets and views the clock.
disc information.
% DISC MENU
–for DVD, enters or exits disc contents menu.
–for VCD/SVCD, toggle between PBC ON or
OFF.
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^ LOUD/DBB
– enables or disables automatic loudness
adjustment.
– enables or disables bass enhancement.
& VOL +/-
– adjusts the volume upward/downward.
* MUTE
– disables or enables sound output.
( AUDIO
for VCD
– sets stereo, mono left, mono right or mix mono
sound mode.
for DVD
– selects an audio language.
) ZOOM
–zoom in or out the picture.
¡ SUBTITLE
– selects a subtitle language.
™ GOTO
– In DISC mode, to fast search in a disc by
entering a time, title, chapter or track.
Functional Overview
English
Notes for remote control:
– First select the source you wish to control
by pressing one of the source select keys on
the remote control (for example DISC ,
TUNER).
– Then select the desired function (for
exampleÉ,
í
,
ë
).
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Getting Started
English
Step 1: Using Remote Control
Step 2: Setting up the TV
IMPORTANT!
– Before using the remote control,
remove the insulation plastic tab as
shown in the picture below.
– If the remote control does not
function correctly or the operating range
is reduced, replace the battery with a
new (CR2025) battery.
1 Push to open the batter y tray.
2 Replace a new batter y according to the
indicated polarity.
3 Push the batter y tray back to close it.
Using the Remote Control to operate
the Player
1 Aim the Remote Control
directly at the remote sensor
(IR) on the front panel.
2 Select the source you wish to
control by pressing one of the
source select buttons on the
remote.
3 Then select the desired
function (for example, ÉÅ, ¡
or ™).
IMPORTANT!
Make sure you have completed all the
necessary connections. (See
“Connecting TV”).
1 Switch the DVD system on and then select
DISC source. (See “Switching the system on/
off ”).
2 Turn on the TV and set to the correct video-in
channel. You should see the blue Philips DVD
background screen on the TV.
➜ Usually these channels are between the
lowest and highest channels and may be called
FRONT, A/V IN, or VIDEO. See your TV manual
for more details.
➜ Or, you may go to channel 1 on your TV, then
press the Channel up button repeatedly until
you see the Video In channel.
➜ Or, the TV Remote Control may have a
button or switch that chooses different video
modes.
➜ Or, set the TV to channel 3 or 4 if you are
using an RF modulator.
Selecting the color system that matches
your TV set
This DVD system is compatible with both NTSC
and PAL. For the playback of a DVD disc on this
DVD system, the color systems of the DVD, TV
set and DVD System should match.
– – Video Setup Page – –
TV Display
Component
TV Type
PAL
Multi
NTSC
CAUTION!
– Remove the battery if it is exhausted
or if the Remote Control is not being
used for a long time.
– Batteries contain chemical substances,
so they should be disposed of properly.
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Getting Started
1 In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Press à / á / 4 / 3 keys on the remote
control to navigate in the menu.
➜ Move to “Video Setup Page”and press 4.
➜ Move to “TV TYPE” and press á.
PAL
– Select this if the connected TV set is PAL
system. It will change the video signal of an
NTSC disc and output to PAL format.
NTSC
– Select this if the connected TV set is NTSC
system. It will change the video signal of a PAL
video disc and output to NTSC system.
MULTI
– Select this if the connected TV set is
compatible with both NTSC and PAL (multi
system). The output format will be consistent wit
the video signal of the disc.
3 Select an item and press OK.
➜ The screen messages for fur ther setting
confirmation may appear. Follow the on-screen
instructions to proceed to confirm the setting or
not.
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Component Setting
Component selection enables you to choose the
type of video output suitable for your DVD
system.
1 In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU.
2 Press à / á / 4 / 3 keys on the remote
control to navigate in the menu.
➜ Move to “Video Setup Page”and press 4.
➜ Move to “Component” and press á.
S-VIDEO
– Select S-VIDEO if you have connected the SVIDEO output to your TV using S-VIDEO jack.
SCART
– Select SCART if you have connected the
SCART output to your TV using SCART jack.
3 Select an item and press OK.
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Step 3: Setting language
preference
You can select your own preferred language
settings. This DVD system will automatically
switch to the selected language whenever you
load a disc. If the language selected is not
available on the disc, the disc’s default language
will be used instead. The OSD language in the
system menu will remain once selected.
Setting the OSD Language
1 In disc mode, stop playback and press
SYSTEM MENU
2 Press à / á / 4 / 3 keys on the remote
control to navigate in the menu.
➜ Move to “General Setup Page” and press 4.
➜ Move to “OSD Lang” and press á.
3 Press 4 / 3 to select a language and press OK.
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU.
Setting the Audio, Subtitle and Disc
Menu language
– – Preference Page – –
Audio
Subtitle
Disc Menu
Parental
Password
Divx Subtitle
Default
English
Spanish
Portuguese
Thai
Chinese
English
Others
1 In disc mode, stop playback and press
SYSTEM MENU
2 Press à / á / 4 / 3 keys on the remote
control to navigate in the menu.
➜ Move to “Preference Page” and press 4.
➜ Move to one of the following and press á.
– “Audio” (disc’s soundtrack)
– “Subtitle” (disc’s subtitles)
– “Disc Menu” (disc’s menu)
2 Press 4 / 3 to select a language and press OK.
To remove the menu
Press SYSTEM MENU.
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Basic Operations
English
IMPORTANT!
– Before you operate the system,
complete the connection procedures.
– When the system is switched to
Standby mode, it is still consuming
power.To disconnect the system from the
power supply completely, reomve the AC
power plug from the wall socket.
Volume control
Press VOLUME (or VOL +/- on the remote)
to increase or decrease the volume level.
➜ The display briefly shows ”VOL” and a volume
value from “01” to “31” ( “MIN” or “MAX” is
displayed when adjusted to the lowest or highest
volume level).
Switching the system on/off
● In standby/Eco-power standby mode, press
STANDBY-ONB or SOURCE on the set,
or DISC, USB, FM or AUX on the remote to
switch on the system.
➜ The system will switch to the selected or last
selected source.
To switch the system to standby mode
● In power-on mode , press briefly STANDBY-
ONB (B on the remote).
➜ The clock time will be displayed. Or "--:--"
will be displayed if clock time is not set.
To switch the system to Eco-power
standby mode
● In power-on mode , press and hold STANDBY-
ONB (B on the remote).
➜ “ECO POWER” is displayed briefly.
➜ Eco-power lamp B on the front panel will
light up.
➜ The LCD display will go blank.
Helpful hints:
– Pressing and holding B on the remote can
switch between Eco-power standby and normal
standby.
Power saving automatic standby
As a power-saving feature, the system will
automatically switch to Standby mode if you
don’t press any button within 15 minutes in the
stop mode.
To switch off the volume temporarily
● Press MUTE on the remote.
➜ Playback will continue without sound and
“MUTE” appears.
● To activate sound reproduction, you can:
– press MUTE again;
– adjust the volume controls;
– change source.
Sound Control
DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost)
DBB enhances the bass response.
● Press breifly LOUD/DBB to enable or disable
DBB feature.
➜ If DBB is activated, “DBB” will be shown.
Helpful hints:
– Some discs might be recorded in high
modulation, which causes a distortion at high
volume. If this occurs, switch off DBB or reduce the
volume.
DSC (Digital Sound Control)
DSC provides a different type of preset sound
equalizer setting.
● Press DSC on the remote (or on the system)
repeatedly to select:
POP(default), CLASSIC, ROCK, JAZZ.
LOUDNESS
LOUDNESS feature enables the system to
automatically increase the treble and bass sound
effect at low volume (the higher the volume, the
lower the treble and bass increase).
● Press and hold LOUD/DBB on the remote
control to enable/disable LOUDNESS feature.
➜ icon appears/disappears after this feature
is enabled/disabled.
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Disc Operations
IMPORTANT!
– Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD,
some operations may be different or
restricted.
– Do not push on the disc tray or put
any objects other than disc on the disc
tray. Doing so may cause the disc player
malfunction.
– If the inhibit icon appears on the TV
screen when a button is pressed, it
means the function is not available on
the current disc or at the current time.
Playable Discs
Your DVD Player will play:
– Digital Versatile Discs (DVDs)
– Video CDs (VCDs)
– Super Video CDs (SVCDs)
– Finalised DVD recordable (DVD±R)
– Digital Versatile Discs + Recordable
(DVD+R)
– Digital Versatile Discs + Rewritable
(DVD+RW)
– Audio Compact Discs (CDs)
– MP3/WMA discs, picture (Kodak, JPEG) files
on CD-R (W)
– ISO 9660/UDF format
– JPEG resolution support up to 3073x2048
– Supported sampling frequencies: 32kHz,
44.1kHz, 48kHz.
– Suppor ted Bit-rates: 32~256 (kbps), variable
bit rates (average 128kbps)
– DivX files on CD-R(W)/DVD+R(W):
– DivX 3/4/5
Region Codes
DVDs must be labeled for ALL regions or Region
2 in order to play on this DVD system. You
cannot play discs that are labeled for other
regions.
Note:
– If you are having trouble playing a certain disc,
remove the disc and try a different one. Improper
formatted disc will not play on this DVD Player.
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Disc Operations
English
Playing discs
1 For DVDs and VCDs, make sure that the system
is properly connected to your TV (See
Connecting a TV), and your TV is turned on and
set to video-in channel (See Setting up the TV).
2 Press SOURCE on the system once or more
to select DVD mode ( or DISC on the remote
control).
➜ You should see the blue Philips DVD
background screen on the TV.
3 Push OPEN/CLOSE on the top of the system
to open the disc tray.
4 Insert a disc with the print side facing up and
close the disc tray.
5 Playback will start automatically (depending on
the disc type).
➜ If a disc menu appears on the TV, see “Using
the Disc Menu”.
➜ If the disc is locked by parental control, you
must enter your six-digit password. (See
“Changing the password”).
To interrupt playback
● Press ÉÅ.
➜ “Å” is displayed on the TV screen.
● To resume playback, press ÉÅ again.
To stop playback
● Press 9.
Using the Disc Menu
1 Press DISC MENU on the remote control.
➜ If the current title has a menu, the menu will
appear on the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu
will be displayed.
2 Press à / á / 4 / 3 to select the desired title
or chapter, and then press ÉÅ or OK.
➜ Playback starts from the selected title or
chapter.
3 Press DISC MENU on the remote control to
go to disc menu of the disc.
Note:
– If no title menu or root menu is recorded in the
DVD disc, pressing this button will restart playback
from the first track.
Playback control (PBC)
PBC playback allows you to play Video CD
interactively, following the menu on the display.
● Press DISC MENU to toggle between PBC
ON and PBC OFF.
Playing a disc with PBC function
● If PBC OFF, the system will start playback
automatically.
● If PBC ON, the PBC menu (if available) will
appear on the TV screen for selection. Use the
numeric keys (0-9) to enter your choice.
Note:
– This function is not available for DVD/CD/MP3/
DivX disc.
Resuming playback
● During playback, press 9 once to stop the
playback in resume mode, then press ÉÅ to
start playback from where you have stopped.
To cancel the resume mode
● In the stop position, press 9 again to fully stop
the playback. Or open the disc door, or switch
the system to standby mode.
Selecting and searching
Selecting a different track/chapter
For DVD/VCD/CD/MP3:
● During playback, briefly press ¡ / ™ to select the
previous or next track/chapter.
Or,
use the Numeric Keypad (0-9) on the
remote control to directly input your track
number.
➜ After selecting, playback will automatically
start from the beginning of the selected track.
Helpful hints:
– Some VCDs have a single track, so track
selecting or an invalid input value for the current
disc will be ignored.
– If the player has been set to repeat chapter
(track), pressing this button will replay the same
chapter (track) from its beginning.
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Disc Operations
Fast forwarding/reversing
For DVD/VCD/DivX/WMA/MP3:
1 During playback, press à / á repeatedly to
select fast search speed in forward or reverse
playback.
2 To resume to normal playback, pressÉÅ.
Or, press à / á repeatedly until “É” i s
displayed on the TV screen.
Helpful hints:
– Fast searching forward/backward is available
only within the same track.
Slow forwarding/reversing
For DVD/VCD:
1 During playback, press 3 / 4 repeatedly to
select slow search speed in forward or reverse
playback.
2 To resume to normal playback, press ÉÅ.
Or, press 3 / 4 repeatedly until “É” i s
displayed on the TV screen.
Helpful hints:
– For VCD, slow reverse is unavailable.
Different play modes: REPEAT,
SHUFFLE and REPEAT A-B
REPEAT
For DVDs/VCD/CD/MP3
● During playback, press repeatedly MODE on
the system to choose desired repeat play modes.
➜ For VCD with PBC feature, PBC must be
turned off first.
For DVDs
CHAPTER REPEAT: Repeats the current
chapter
TITLE REPEAT: Repeats the current title
REPEAT ALL: Plays all the content repeatedly
SHUFFLE: Random play
REPEAT OFF: Switches off play mode
For VCDs/SVCDs/CDs
REPEAT TRACK: Repeats the current track
REPEAT ALL: Plays all the tracks repeatedly
SHUFFLE: Random play
REPEAT OFF: Switchs off play mode
For MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX
REPEAT ONE: Repeats the current track
REPEAT ALL: Plays all the tracks repeatedly
SHUFFLE: Random play
REPEAT OFF: Switchs off play mode
● To return to normal playback, press MODE
repeatedly until various play modes are no
longer displayed.
In shuffle playback mode:
● Press ™ button to select another track in a
shuffle order.
● Press 9 to stop shuffle playback.
To cancel Shuffle mode:
● Press MODE repeatedly to select repeat off to
cancel Shuffle mode.
Notes:
– In Tuner or AUX mode, this button does not
function.
– When the disc tray is opened, Shuffle/Repeat
function will be cancelled automatically.
Repeat A-B
You can play a specific section in a chapter/track
repeatedly.
1 Press REPEAT A-B at your chosen start point.
2 Press REPEAT A-B again at your chosen end
point.
➜ The passage will now repeat continuously.
3 To resume normal play, press REPEAT A-B
again.
Note:
– The A-B function can only be set within the
same chapter or track.
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Disc Operations
Menu
English
Programming favourite
chapters/tracks
You can play the contents of the disc in the
order you want.
For DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD/CDG
1 Press PROG on the remote control.
➜ The programming menu appear s.
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2 Use the numeric keys (0-9) to input the track
/chapter number in the order you want. (two
digits must be entered, e.g., 06 ).
➜ If there are more than ten tracks to be
programmed in total, select {NEXT} on the
screen and press OK (or press 3I on the
remote control) to access the next programming
page.
➜ To remove the track/chapter from the
programming menu, select the track/chapter and
press OK.
3 Select {Start} to play the program.
4 To stop playback, press 9 once.
5 To exit the program mode, press 9 twice.
For MP3/WMA/JPEG
1 Press 4 / 3 to select a track/picture on the disc
menu. Then press PROG to add the track/
picture to playlist.
➜ ”Add To Playlist” will show on the disc menu.
2 Press DISC MENU three times.
➜ playlist menu will appear.
3 Press 4 / 3 to select a track/picture on the disc
menu. Then press PROG to add the track/
picture to playlist.
4 Press 4 / 3 to select a track/picture and press
OK to start playback.
➜ You can select a track/picture and press
PROG to remove it from programme playlist.
5 Press STOP to stop program playback .
6 Press DISC MENU return to disc menu.
Notes:
– At most 20 tracks can be stored for DVD/VCD/
SVCD/CD/CDG.
– At most 100 tracks can be stored for MP3/
WMA/JPEG.
Display information
In disc mode, press DISPLAY/CLOCK
repeatedly to select the following display
information.
Moving to another title/chapter
Some discs may contain more than one title or
chapter. If the disc has a title or chapter menu
recorded on it, you can start playback from the
selected item.
1 Press DISPLAY/CLOCK to display the
message of title and chapter.
2 Use 4 / 3 to highlight an item and press OK.
3 Use numeric keys (0-9) to select a desired
title/chapter number.
4 Press DISPLAY/CLOCK to exit the disc
information menu.
Note:
– Selecting a title or chapter might not be possible
on certain discs.
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Disc Operations
Viewing from another angle
If the playing DVD disc is recorded with multiple
camera angles, this function allows you to view
the picture from different angles. Angle selection
is determined by the disc format.
1 Press DISPLAY/CLOCK on the remote
control to display the message of title and
chapter.
2 Use 4 / 3 to highlight “Angle” and press OK.
3 Use numeric keys (0-9) to select desired
angle.
● Or, you may directly press ANGLE to change
the views from different angles.
ZOOM
Zooming allows you to enlarge the video/ JPEG
image during playback.
For DVDs/VCDs
● Press ZOOM repeatedly to change the
zooming scale.
2X -->3X -->4X -->1/2X-->1/3X--> 1/4X
For JPEG
● Press ZOOM repeatedly to change the
zooming scale.
100% -->125%-->150%-->200%-->75%-->50%
● To pan through the enlarged image, press 5
/6 / 3 / 4 buttons.
● Press ZOOM repeatedly to exit ZOOM mode.
SUBTITLE
● Press repeatedly SUBTITLE on the remote
control to select different subtitle languages.
➜ The feature is disc dependant.
Playing MP3/Picture disc (Kodak,
JPEG)
IMPORTANT!
–You have to turn on your TV set and
set to the correct Video In channel.
MP3/JPEG Picture disc
1 Load an MP3/Picture (JPEG) disc.
➜ The disc reading time may exceed 30
seconds due to complexity of the directory/file
configuration.
➜ The disc menu appears on the TV
2 Select a track in the menu and press OK to
start playback.
● For MP3/WMA, playback will start automatically.
(MP3 disc menu)
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AUDIO
For DVDs
● On the remote control, press AUDIO
repeatedly to select the desired language for
sound track.
➜ The feature is disc dependant.
For VCDs
● Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the audio
channel for sound output displayed on the TV
screen.
STEREO, MONO LEFT, MONO RIGHT
or MIX MONO.
3 During music playback, press 3 / 4 or use the
numeric keys (0-9) to select a desired picture
file from the disc menu and press OK.
➜ If the disc main menu contains various folders,
use 3 / 4 to select a desired folder, and press
OK to open the folder.
4 Press ¡ / ™ to select previous/next track.
5 To stop simultaneous playback, press DISC
MENU followed by STOP.
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Disc Operations
English
If the MP3 menu is switched off
● While in playback mode, press ¡ or ™ to select
the previous/next track.
Note:
– No album search function in menu off mode.
6 During JPEG or Kodak Picture disc playback,
press PROG repeatedly to select different scan
effect. There are 16 types of scan effect for
selection. The selected scan effect will be
displayed on the TV screen.
Playing MP3 music and JPEG
pictures simultaneously
You can create a musical slide show if the disc
contains both the MP3 music and JPEG picture
files.
1 Insert a MP3/WMA disc that contains music and
pictures.
2 Select a track in the menu and press OK to
start playback.
3 During music playback, press 4 / 3 keys to
select a desired picture file from the disc menu
and press OK.
➜ The picture files will be played back through
to the end of the folder.
➜ The music keeps playing back and will be
repeated when reaching the end of the selected
album, playlist or track.
4 To stop simultaneous playback, press DISC
MENU followed by STOP.
Kodak Picture disc
1 Load a Kodak Picture disc.
➜ The disc reading time may exceed 30
seconds due to complexity of the directory/file
configuration.
2 During playback, press 9.
➜ 12 thumbnail pictures will appear on the TV
screen.
(example for picture disc menu)
3 Press ¡ / ™ to view the previous/next page (if
available).
4 Press à / á / 4 / 3 to move within the menu
and press OK to select the desired picture to
play.
5 Press PROG to select the slide-show mode.
During playback, you can:
● Press ¡ or ™ to select another title/picture in the
current folder.
● Press 5 / 6 / 5 / 4 on the remote control
to rotate or flip the picture files.
● Press ZOOM repeatedly to zoom the picture in
and out.
● Press 2; to pause/resume playback.
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Notes:
– Due to the recording nature of Digital Audio
MP3 (DAM), only digital audio music will play.
– It is normal to experience an occasional “skip”
while you are listening to your MP3 discs.
–For multi-session discs with different formats,
only the first session can be read and played.
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Playing a Divx disc
The unit supports the playback of Divx movies
which you can copy from your computer onto a
recordable disc. See {DVD Menu Operations} Divx(R)VOD Code for details.
1 Insert a Divx disc.
2 Use à / á / 4 / 3 keys to navigate to the title
you want to play.
3 Press OK to star t playback.
During playback:
● If the Divx disc has multilingual subtitles, you can
press SUBTITLE on the remote control to
change the subtitle language.
● If the Divx disc has different audio tracks, you
can press AUDIO on the remote control to
change the audio stream.
● Press 5 / 6 keys on the remote control to
perform fast reverse and forward.
● Press DISPLAY/CLOCK repeatedly until the
time search menu appears, key in he time where
playback should start.
➜ Playback skips to the time entered.
Disc Operations
English
Helpful Hints:
– Subtitle files with the following file name
extensions(.srt, .smi, .sub, .ssa, .ass) are supported
but do not appear on the file navigation menu.
– The subtitle file name has to be the same as the
file name of the movie.
– The subtitle can only be displayed up to an
average of 45 characters.
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System Menu Options
English
Basic operations
1 Press SYSTEM MENU to enter the Setup
Menu.
2 Press à/á to select a page to be set.
3 Press 5/4 to highlight an option.
4 Enter its submenu by pressing á or OK.
5 Move the cursor by pressing 5/4 to highlight
the selected item.
➜ In cases of value setting. press 5/4 to adjust
values.
6 Press OK to confirm.
To return to the upper-level menu
● Press à.
To exit from the menu
● Press SYSTEM MENU again.
➜ The settings will be stored in the player’s
memory even if the player is switched off.
Note:
– Some of the features in the System Menu
Options are described in “Getting Started”.
Screen Saver
This function is used to turn the screen saver on
or off.
DIVX VOD
Philips provides you with the Divx(R)VOD
registration code that allows you to rent or
purchase videos from Divx(R) VODE service at
www.divx.com/vod. All the downloaded videos
from Divx(R)VOD can only be displayed back
on this unit.
Press á or OK to enter its submenu, then
press OK again to see the registration code.
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Audio Setup Page
The options included in Audio Setup Page are:
“Night Mode”, “Digital Output” and “Dolby
Digital Setup”.
General Setup Page
The options included in General Setup Page are:
“OSD Lang”, “Screen Saver” and “DIVX VOD”.
OSD Lang
See "Getting Started-Step 3: Setting language
preference" for details.
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Night Mode
➜ On: Select this to level out the volume. High
volume outputs will be softened and low volume
outputs are brought upward to an audible level.
➜ Off: Select this when you want to enjoy the
surround sound with its full dynamic range.
This feature is only available for movies with
Dolby Digital mode.
Digital Output
➜ Digital Off: Tu r ns off the digital output.
➜ Digital / Raw: If you have connected your
DIGITAL OUT (COAXCIAL or OPTICAL) to a
multi-channel decoder/receiver.
➜ SPDIF / PCM: Only if your receiver is not
capable of decoding multi-channel audio.
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System Menu Options
Dolby Digital Setup
The options included in the Dolby Digital Setup
page is: “Dynamic”.
– – Audio Setup Page – –
NIGHT MODE
DIGITAL Output
Dolby Digital Setup
Dynamic
Optimises the dynamic sound output. High
volume outputs are softened, enabling you to
watch your favourite movie without disturbing
others.
– – Dolby Digital Page – –
Dynamic
➜ The levels for dynamic selection: FULL, 3/4, 1/
2, 1/4 and OFF.
Video Setup Page
The options included in Video Setup Page are:
"TV Display", "Component" and "TV Type".
– – Video Setup Page – –
TV Display
Component
TV Type
TV Display
Set the aspect ratio of the DVD Player according
to the TV you have connected.
➜ 4:3 (panscan): If you have a normal TV and
want both sides of the picture to be trimmed or
formatted to fit your TV screen.
➜ 4:3 (letterbox): If you have a normal TV. In
this case, a wide picture with black bands on the
upper and lower portions of the TV screen will
be displayed.
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Note:
– DTS surround audio output is not available in
this DVD player.
➜ 16:9: If you have a wide-screen TV.
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System Menu Options
English
Component
Sets the video output according to your video
connection. This setting is not required if you are
using the COMPOSITE VIDEO jack (yellow)
to connect the DVD micro system to your TV.
➜ S-Video: Select this if you have connected
the DVD micro system to your TV using S-Video
jack.
➜ SCART: Select this for SCART connection.
TV Type
See "Getting Started-Step 2: Setting up the TV"
for details.
Preference Page
The options included in Preference Page are:
"Audio", "Subtitle", “Disc Menu”, “Parental”,
“Password”, “Divx Subtitle” and "Default".
– – Preference Page – –
Audio
Subtile
Disc Menu
Parental
Password
Divx Subtitle
Default
Audio
See "Getting Started-Step 3: Setting language
preference" for details.
Parental
Some DVDs may have a parental level assigned
to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the
disc. This feature lets you set a playback limitation
level.
The rating levels are from 1 to 8 and are country
dependent. You can prohibit the playing of
certain discs that are not suitable for your
children or have certain discs played with
alternative scenes.
– – Preference Page – –
Audio
Subtitle
Disc Menu
Parental
Password
Divx Subtitle
Default
1 KID SAF
2 G
3 PG
4 PG 13
5 PGR
6 R
7 NC 17
8 ADULT
● VCD, SVCD and CD have no level indication, so
parental control function has no effect on those
kinds of discs. This applies to most illegal DVD
discs.
1 Press 5/4 to highlight “Parental”.
2 Enter its submenu by pressing á.
3 Use 5/4 to highlight a rating level for the disc
inserted.
➜ DVDs that are rated above the level you
selected will not play unless you enter your fourdigit password and choose a higher level rating.
Subtitle
See "Getting Started-Step 3: Setting language
preference" for details.
Disc Menu
See "Getting Started-Step 3: Setting language
preference" for details.
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Note:
– Some DVDs are not encoded with a rating
though the movie rating may be printed on the
Disc cover. The rating level feature does not work
for such Discs.
Rating explanations
1 KID SAFE
– Suitable for children.
2 G
– General Audience; recommended as
acceptable for viewers of all ages.
3 PG
–Parental Guidance suggested.
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System Menu Options
4 PG 13
– Material is unsuitable for children under age
13. Parental Guidance suggested.
5-6 PG-R, R
–Parental Guidance – Restricted;
recommended that parents restrict children
under 17 from viewing or allow them to view
only when supervised by a parent or adult
guardian.
7 NC-17
– No children under age 17; not recommended
for children under age 17.
8 ADULT
– Material for adults only; viewed only by adults
due to graphic sexual scenes, violence, or
language.
Password
You can enter your four-digit password to
activate or deactivate rating control.
– – Preference Page – –
Audio
Subtitle
Disc Menu
Parental
Password
Divx Subtitle
Default
Change
To change password
1 Move to "Password" and press á or OK to
enter its submenu.
2 Press OK to enter the menu below.
4 Enter your new four-digit password using
Numeric Keypad (0-9).
5 Enter the new password again for confirmation.
6 Press OK to confirm and the new password
takes effect.
Note:
– The default password (1234) is always active
even if the password has been changed.
Divx Subtitle
Select the font type that supports the recorded
Divx subtitle.
➜ Standard: Display a standard list of Roman
subtitle fonts provided by this unit.
➜ Central Europe: Display Central Europe
fornts.
➜ Cyrillic: Display Cyrillic font.
Default
Setting the “Default” function will reset all
options and your personal settings to the factory
defaults and all your personal settings will be
erased.
– – Preference Page – –
Audio
Subtitle
Disc Menu
Parental
Password
Divx Subtitle
Default
Reset
1 Press 5/4 to highlight “Default”.
2 Highlight “Reset” by pressing á.
3 Press OK to confirm selection.
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PWD
OK
3 Use the Numeric Keypad (0-9) to enter your
four-digit code.
➜ The password supplied by default is 1234.
Caution!
– When this function is activated, all
settings will be reset to factory defaults.
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Radio Reception
English
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Tuning to radio stations
1 Press SOURCE on the set (or FM on the
remote control ) repeatedly until FM is displayed.
2 Press down on TUNING à / á (or à / á
on the remote control) and release the button.
➜ The radio automatically tunes to a station
with sufficient reception. Display indication during
automatic tuning: SEARCH.
3 Repeat step 2 if necessary until you find the
desired station.
● To tune to a weak station, press TUNING à /
á (or à / á on the remote control) briefly
and repeatedly until you have found optimal
reception.
➜ AUTO is displayed and available stations are
programmed in order of waveband reception
strength. The first preset automatically stored will
then be played.
Manual programming
1 Tune to your desired station (see Tuning to radio
stations).
2 Press PROG on the remote control to activate
programming.
➜ PROG flashes in the display.
3 Press í/
to this station.
ë to allocate a number from 1 to 20
4 Press PROG on the remote control again to
confirm the setting.
➜ PROG disappears, the preset number and the
frequency of the preset station are shown.
5 Repeat the above four steps to store other
stations.
● You can override a preset station by storing
another frequency in its place.
Tuning to preset radio stations
● Press í/ ë until the desired preset station is
displayed.
Programming radio stations
You can store up to a total of 20 FM radio
stations in the memory.
Automatic programming
Automatic programming will start with a chosen
preset number. From this preset number
upwards, former programmed radio stations will
be overridden. The system will only programme
stations which are not in the memory already.
1 Press í/
programming should star t.
Note:
– If no preset number is selected, default is preset
(1) and all your presets will be overridden.
ë to select the preset number where
2 Press PROG on the remote control for more
than 2 seconds to activate programming.
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USB Connection
Using USB connectivity
● MCD179 is fitted with a USB port in the front
panel, offering a plug and play feature which
allows you to play, from your MCD179 , digital
music and spoken contents stored on a USB
mass storage device.
● Using a USB mass storage device, you can also
enjoy all the features offered by MCD179 which
are explained and instructed in the sections of
disc operation.
Compatible USB mass storage devices
With the MCD179, you can use
– USB flash memory (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)
– USB flash player (USB 2.0 or USB 1.1)
• USB device which requires driver
installation under Windows XP is not
supported.
Note:
– In some USB flash players (or memory devices),
the stored contents are recorded using copyright
protection technology. Such protected contents will
be unplayable on any other devices (such as
MCD179 device).
Supported formats:
– USB or memory file format FAT12, FAT16,
FAT32 (sector size: 512 - 4096 bytes)
– MP3 bit rate (data rate): 32-320 kbps and
variable bit rate
– WMA v9 or earlier
– Director y nesting up to a maximum of 8
levels
–Number of albums: maximum 99
– Number of tracks: maximum 800
– ID3 tag v2.0 or later
– File name in Uicode UTF8 (maximum length:
128 bytes
Playing a USB mass storage device
1 Make sure that your MCD179 is being powered
on.
2 Plug a compatible USB mass storage device to
MCD179 ’s USB port marked . If needed,
use a suitable USB cable to connect between
the device and MCD179 ’s USB port.
➜ The device will automatically power on.
● If the device is not powered on, turn on the
power manually, then re-connnect it.
3 Press SOURCE repeatedly (or USB on the
remote) to enter USB mode.
➜ NO AUDIO appears if no audio file is found
in the USB device.
4 Press 2; on your MCD179 to start play.
● To use other playback features, see the section
of CD/MP3 Operation.
Helpful hints:
– Make sure that file names of MP3 files end
with .mp3. and the file names of WMA files end
with .wma.
–For DRM protected WMA files, use Windows
Media Player 10 (or later) for conversion. Visit
www.microsoft.com for details about Windows
Media Player and WM DRM (Windows Media
Digital Rights Management).
–For USB device playing, if the display shows
"OL", it means that the USB device is
electrically overloading MCD179. You need to
change a USB device.
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The system will not play or support the
following:
•Empty albums: an empty album is an album
that does not contain MP3/WMA files, and
will not be shown in the display.
• Non-supported file formats are skipped. This
means that e.g.: Word documents .doc or
MP3 files with extension. dlf are ignored and
will not be played.
•AAC , WAV, PCM. NTFS audio files
• DRM protected WMA files
• WMA files in Lossless format
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USB Connection
English
INFORMATION REGARDING USB DIRECT:
1. Compatibility of the USB connection on this
micro system:
a) This micro system supports most USB Mass
storage devices (MSD) that these devices are
compliant to the USB MSD standards.
i) Most common Mass storage class devices
are flash drives, memory sticks, jump drives
and etc.
ii) If you see a "Disc Drive" showing up on your
computer after you have plugged the mass
storage device into your computer, most likely
it is MSD compliant and it will work with this
micro system.
b) If your Mass storage device requires a battery/
power source, please make sure you have a
fresh battery in it or charge the USB device
first and then plug it into the micro system
again.
2. Supported Music type:
a) This device only supports unprotected music
with file extension: .mp3 .wma
b) Music bought from on-line music stores are not
supported because they are secured by Digital
Rights Management protection (DRM).
c) File name extensions that ended with the
following are not supported: .wav; .m4a; .m4p;
.mp4; .aac and etc.
3. No Direct connection can be made from a
Computer USB port to the micro system even
you have either or both mp3 or wma file in your
computer.
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Clock/Timer
Viewing clock
● The clock (if it is set) is shown in normal standby
mode.
To view the clock in any sound source
(CD or FM for example )
● Press briefly DISPLAY/CLOCK (or CLOCK
on the remote control ).
Setting clock
1 In standby mode, press and hold DISPLAY/
CLOCK.
➜ The clock digits flash on the display panel.
➜ If the clock has not been set, "00: 00" flashes
2 Press TUNING à / á (or à / á on the
remote) to set the hours.
3 Press í/
ë to set the minutes.
4 Press PROG to select between 12 hour and 24
hour display.
5 Press DISPLAY/CLOCK agian to store the
setting.
➜ The clock star ts working.
Notes:
– The clock setting will be erased when the system
is disconnected from the power supply.
– The system will exit clock setting mode if no
button is pressed within 90 seconds.
–To exit clock setting without storing, press STOP
on the system to exit.
Setting wake-up timer
The system can switch on to DISC, TUNER or
USB mode automatically at a preset time, serving
as an alarm to wake you up.
IMPORTANT!
– Before setting the timer, ensure that
the clock is set correctly.
–To set a new timer, you need to
deactivate the previously set timer.
1 In standby mode, press and hold SLEEP/
TIMER on the remote for more than 2 seconds
to enter timer setting mode.
➜ The source and timer digits will be lighted on
the display panel.
➜ “ 00: 00 “ will be displayed briefly if wake-up
timer is not set.
2 Press DISC, USB or TUNER to select the
desired source.
● Before setting timer, make sure the music source
has been prepared.
DISC – load the disc.
TUNER – tune to the desired radio station.
USB – connect a USB device.
3 Press TUNING à / á (or à / á on the
remote) to set the hours.
4 Press í/
ë to set the minutes.
5 Press SLEEP/TIMER to store the time.
● At the preset time, the selected source will play.
To deactivate the wake-up timer
● In standby mode, press SLEEP/TIMER until
“TIMER OFF” is displayed on the panel.
Notes:
– The system will exit timer setting mode if no
button is pressed within 90 seconds.
– Display shows if activated, and disappears if
deactivated.
Setting sleep timer
The sleep timer enables the system to switch off
by itself after a set period of time.
1 During playback, press SLEEP/TIMER on the
remote control repeatedly to select sleep
options.
➜ The selections are as follows (time in
minutes):
15 ™ 30 ™ 45 ™ 60 ™ 90 ™120 ™ OFF
2 Press SLEEP/TIMER until you reach the
desired length of time.
To deactivate the sleep timer
● Press SLEEP/TIMER repeatedly until "OFF" is
displayed, or press the STANDBY ON y
button.
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Specifications
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AMPLIFIER
Output power
L/R speakers ............................. 25 W /channel RMS
Subwoofer ..................................................... 50 W RMS
Speaker channel
Frequency Response .......................................................
........................................... 200 Hz - 18 kHz / ± 3 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ...... > 60dB (A-weighted)
Input Sensitivity
AUX In .................................................................. 500 mV
Output Sensitivity
Line Out (1KHZ 0dB) ................................ 2 + 0.2V
TUNER
Tuning Range .............................. FM 87.5 – 108 MHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ................................ FM ≥ 50 dB
DVD
Laser Type ................................................ Semiconductor
Disc Diameter .............................................. 12cm / 8cm
Video Decoding ........................... MPEG-2 / MPEG-1
Video DAC ................................................................ 12 Bits
Signal System ............................................... PAL / NTSC
Video Format ..................................................... 4:3 / 16:9
Video S/N ........................................... 56 dB (minimum)
Composite Video Output ................ 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S-Video Output .......................... Y - 700 Vp-p, 75 Ω
.............................................................. C - 300 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Audio DAC .......................................... 24 Bits / 96 kHz
Main unit
Power Supply Rating ................. 220 -240V / 50 Hz
Power Consumption
Active .......................................................................... 60 W
Eco-power standby ............................................. <1 W
Dimensions (w x h x d) ....232 x 85 x 275 (mm)
Weight........................................................................... 1.24kg
Package Dimension (w x h x d)..................................
...................................................... 615 x 515 x 225 (mm)
Gross weight. .................................................................. 4 kg
SPEAKERS
System ...................................................1-way, Bass reflex
Impedance ........................................................................ 4 Ω
Speaker drivers .............................................. 3’’ fullrange
Frequency response ........................ 80 Hz – 20 kHz
Dimensions (w x h x d) . 160 x 250 x 180 (mm)
Weight................................................................ 1.8 kg each
SUBWOOOFER
Impedance ........................................................................ 6 Ω
Speaker driver ..................................... 5.25” subwoofer
Frequency response .......................... 60HZ—1K HZ
Dimensions(w x h x d ) . 160 x 250 x 310 (mm)
Weight............................................................................ 7.4 kg
USB PLAYER
USB ................................................................. 12 Mb/s, V1.1
......................................... support MP3 and WMA files
Number of albums/folders ................. maximum 99
Number of tracks/titles ...................... maximum 800
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Specifications and external appearance are
subject to change without notice.
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Tr oubleshooting
WARNING
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the
warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you
are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or Philips for
help.
Problem Solution
No power.
✔ Check if the AC power cord is properly
connected.
✔ Press STANDBY ONB on the DVD System or
source buttons on the remote to turn on the
power.
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No picture.
Distorted or poor picture.
Completely distorted picture or black/
white picture.
The aspect ratio of the screen cannot be
changed even though you have set the TV
shape.
No sound or distorted sound.
✔ Check if the TV is switched on.
✔ Check the video connection.
✔ Press SOURCE on the DVD player repeatedly to
select “DVD” or press DISC on the remote.
✔ Set your TV to the correct Video In channel. This
channel is usually near channel 00. Or, you may
have a button on the TV remote control that
selects Auxiliary or A/V IN channel. See your TV
owner’s manual for details. Or, change channels at
the TV until you see DVD screen on the TV.
✔ Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion
may appear. This is not a malfunction.
✔ Clean the disc.
✔ TV has a colour system standard. If the disc’s or
DVD system’s colour system is different than
your TV’s colour system, the picture may be
distorted or colourless.
✔ The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD disc.
✔ Depending on the TV, it may not be possible to
change the aspect ratio.
✔ Adjust the volume.
✔ Check that the speakers are connected
correctly.
✔ Replace the speaker cables.
✔ Disconnect the headphones.
✔ The system is in pause, slow motion or fast
forward/reverse mode, press ÉÅ (or ÉÅ
on the remote) to resume normal play mode.
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Troubleshooting
English
The micro DVD player does not start
playback.
✔ Insert a readable disc with the playback side
facing down.
✔ Check the disc type, colour system and regional
code. Check for any scratches or smudges on
the disc.
✔ Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the setup
menu screen.
✔ Cancel the parental control rating function or
change the rating level.
✔ Moisture has condensed inside the system.
Remove the disc and leave the system turned on
for about an hour.
The DVD micro system does not respond
when the buttons are pressed.
Cannot activate some features, such as
Subtitles, or multi-language Audio.
Radio reception is poor.
The timer is not working.
The Clock/Timer setting is erased.
The remote control does not function.
✔ Disconnect the power plug from the outlet and
insert again.
✔ Multi-language sound or subtitle is not recorded
on the DVD.
✔ Changing the language for the sound or subtitle
is prohibited on the DVD.
✔ The features may not be available on the disc.
✔ If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better
reception.
✔ Increase the distance between the Mini HiFi
System and your TV or VCR.
✔ Set the clock correctly.
✔ Power has been interrupted or the power cord
has been disconnected. Reset the clock/timer.
✔ Select the correct source (DISC or AUX for
example) before pressing the function button.
✔ Point the remote control at the remote sensor
of the unit.
✔ Reduce the distance to the player.
✔ Remove any possible obstacles.
✔ Replace the battery with new one.
✔ Check that the battery is loaded correctly.
Low hum or buzz sound.
Low bass response.
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✔ Place the DVD micro system as far away as
possible from electrical devices (such as
speakers, TV) that may be causing interference.
✔ Check all speakers for correct polarity.
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Glossary
Analog: Sound that has not been turned into
numbers. Analog sound varies, while digital sound
has specific numerical values. These jacks send
audio through two channels, the left and right.
Aspect ratio: The ratio of vertical and
horizontal sizes of a displayed image. The
horizontal vs. vertical ratio of conventional TVs. is
4:3, and that of wide-screens is 16:9.
AUDIO OUT Jacks: Jacks on the back of the
DVD System that send audio to another system
(TV set, Stereo, etc.).
Bit Rate: The amount of data used to hold a
given length of music; measured in kilobits per
second, or kbps. Or, the speed at which you
record. Generally, the higher the bit rate the
better the sound quality. However, higher bit
rates use more space on a Disc.
Chapter: Sections of a picture or a music
piece on a DVD that are smaller than titles. A
title is composed of several chapters. Each
chapter is assigned a chapter number enabling
you to locate the chapter you want.
Component Video Out Jacks: Jacks on the
back of the DVD System that send high-quality
video to a TV set that has Component Video In
jacks (R/G/B, Y/Pb/Pr, etc.).
Disc menu: A screen display prepared for the
selection of images, sound, subtitles, multi-angles,
etc recorded on a DVD.
Digital: Sound that has been converted into
numerical values. Digital sound is available when
you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL
or OPTICAL jacks. These jacks send audio
through multiple channels, instead of just two
channels as analog does.
Dolby Digital: A surround sound system
developed by Dolby Laboratories containing up
to six channels of digital audio (front left and
right, surround left and right and center).
JPEG: A still-picture data compression system
proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert
Group, which features small decrease in image
quality in spite of its high compression ratio.
MP3: A file format with a sound data
compression system, “MPE” is the abbreviation of
Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1)
Audio Layer 3. Through the MP3 format, one
CD-R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times as
much data volume as a regular CD can.
Multichannel: DVD is specified to have all
sound tracks constitute one sound field.
Multichannel refers to a structure of sound
tracks having three or more channels.
Parental control: A function of the DVD to
limit playback of the disc by the age of the users
according to the limitation level in each country.
The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is
activated, playback will be prohibited if the
software’s level is higher than the user-set level.
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation): A system
for converting analog sound signal to digital
signal for later processing without data
compression.
Playback control (PBC): Refers to the signal
recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for
reproduction control. By using screen menus
recorded on a Video CD or SVCD that suppor ts
PBC, you can enjoy interactive-type software as
well as software having a search function.
Region code: A system allowing discs to be
played only in preset regions. This unit will only
play discs that have compatible region codes. You
can find the region code of your unit from the
product label. Some discs are compatible with
more than one region (or ALL regions).
S-Video: Produces a clear picture by sending
separate signals for luminance and the color. You
can use S-Video only if your TV set has S-Video
In jack.
Sampling Frequency: Frequency of data
sampling when analog data is converted to
digital data. Sampling frequency numerically
represents how many times the original analog
signal is sampled per second.
Surround: A system for users to create
realistic three-dimensional sound fields full of
realism by arranging multiple speakers around
the listener.
Title: The longest section of a picture or music
feature on DVD, music, etc., in video software, or
the entire album in audio software. Each title is
assigned a title number enabling you to locate
the title you want.
VIDEO OUT jack: Jack on the back of the
DVD System that sends video to TV.
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