H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 1 Digital Video Disc Player & Video Cassette Recorder Owner’s Manual DVD741VR Important! Return your Warranty Registration Card within 10 days. See why inside. Read this manual first! Congratulations on purchasing this Philips product. We’ve included everything you need to get started. If you have any problems, Philips Representatives can help you get the most from your new product by explaining: • Hookups, • First Time Setup, and • Feature Operation.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 2 Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to. Once your PHILIPS purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a PHILIPS product. So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once. And take advantage of these important benefits.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 3 Safety and General Information 3 Safety Precautions Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment void the user’s authority to operate it. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Certification: Complies with 21 Center for Radiation (CFR) chapter 1 subchapter J applicable at time of manufacture.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 4 4 Table of Contents General Information Disc Playback Features Safety and General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Playable Discs and Video Cassettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Display Panel (DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Display Panel (VCR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 5 Introduction 5 Welcome! This DVD/VCR combines a Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player and a Hi-Fi Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) into one unit, letting you play DVDs,Audio Compact Discs (Audio CDs), and Video Cassettes on one piece of equipment. Read this owner’s manual carefully to learn how to use the features listed below.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 6 6 Playable Discs and Video Cassettes Playable Discs The DVD Player will play Digital Video Discs (DVDs),Audio Compact Discs (CDs), and some finalized Digital Video Discs Rewritable (DVD+RW) and Compact Discs Rewritable (CD-RW).The DVD Player can play MP3 files recorded on a CD-RW as well. To play a DVD, make sure it meets the requirements for Region Codes and Color Systems as described below. Discs that have the following logos will play on the DVD Player.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 7 Hookups 7 Determining the best possible connection... Your hookup will be determined primarily by your existing equipment, especially your TV. However, the following guidelines describe which options have the best picture (video) and sound (audio) quality.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 8 8 Hookups (cont’d) DVD/VCR to TV only Simplest connection using only supplied black RF coaxial cable This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player. 1 Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV and connect it to the ANT-IN (Antenna In) Jack of your DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 9 Hookups (cont’d) 9 DVD/VCR to Cable Box/DBS (Satellite Receiver) and TV Using only basic RF coaxial cables This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 10 10 Hookups (cont’d) DVD/VCR to Cable Box/DBS (Satellite Receiver) and TV Using only basic RF coaxial cables This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 11 Hookups (cont’d) 11 DVD/VCR to a TV that has Audio and Video In jacks Using the supplied red, white, and yellow cables This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player.
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H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 14 14 Remote Control Setup Putting Batteries in the Remote Control 1 2 3 Remove the battery compartment lid on the bottom of the remote control by pressing the tab, then lifting the lid. Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment with their + and – ends aligned as indicated. Replace the battery compartment lid.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 15 First-time DVD/VCR Setup 15 Before turning on your DVD/VCR, make sure batteries are in the remote control and the DVD/VCR and TV are connected correctly. ● You cannot program channels if you are using a Cable Box or a Direct Broadcast System. 2 Turn on the TV. POWER 1 2 Press VCR, then press POWER y. “P-ON” will appear briefly on the front of the DVD/VCR.The green VIDEO light, the VCR/TV light, and the Power light will appear on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 16 16 Video Cassette Playback VCR Read and follow the steps below to play a tape. 1 Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever channel the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the DVD/VCR is set to. Or, if you connected the DVD/VCR to the TV using audio and video cables, select the correct audio and video in channel at the TV. Details are on page 11. 1 2 Turn on the TV. Insert a tape in the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 17 Disc Playback 17 DVD ● AUDIO CD 3 4 Press OPEN/CLOSE on the DVD/VCR. Before you begin, turn on the power of the TV, stereo receiver and any other equipment connected to the DVD/VCR. Make sure the TV and the stereo receiver (if applicable) are set to the correct channel. Details are on pages 8-13. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press POWER y to turn on the DVD/VCR. “P-ON” will appear briefly on the display panel.The DVD/VCR will be in VCR mode. Insert a Disc.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 18 18 Display Panel (DVD) Display with Dimmer Messages about current Disc operations appear here. See Display Messages below.You can adjust the brightness of the display. Details are on pages 66-67. DVD Light (red) This light appears when the DVD/VCR is in DVD mode. You can only watch DVDs when the red DVD light is on. To make the red DVD light come on, press the SOURCE button on the front of the DVD/VCR or OUTPUT SELECT on the remote control.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 19 Display Panel (VCR) 19 Cassette Compartment Insert a video cassette here. POWER ON/OFF VIDEO DVD OPEN/CLOSE STOP PREV PLAY NEXT DVD VIDEO STOP/EJECT REW PLAY F.FWD CHANNEL REC L TIMER VCR/TV AUDIO SOURCE CST.IN SEARCH R Power Light This red light appears when the power is on. VIDEO Light (Green) This light appears when the DVD/VCR is in VCR mode.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 20 20 Front Panel SOURCE Button Press to select DVD mode or VCR mode.The red DVD light appears in DVD mode.The green VIDEO light appears in the VCR mode. POWER ON/OFF Button Press to turn the power on and off. TIMER Button Press to set a timer recording. Details are on page 36. PLAY Button (DVD) Press to start Disc playback. Details are on page 17. CHANNEL K/L Buttons In VCR mode, press to change TV channels at the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 21 Rear Panel 21 ANT-IN (Antenna In) Jack Connect your antenna or Cable TV signal here. Details are on pages 8-13. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y Cb Cr) Jacks Connect optional component video cables here and to the Component Video In jacks of a television. Details are on page 12. AUDIO IN (right/left) Jacks Connect audio cables coming from the audio out jacks of a camcorder, another VCR, or an audio source here. Details are on page 38.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 22 22 Remote Control Buttons MARKER Button Press to set a Marker, which gives you quick access to points you select on a Disc. Details are on page 54. SUBTITLE Button Press to select a language for DVD subtitles. Details are on page 55. REPEAT Button Press to play a Track, Audio CD,Title, or Chapter repeatedly. Details are on page 53. DVD Button Press before using the remote control for DVD features.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 23 Remote Control Buttons (cont’d) 23 SETUP Button Press to access or remove the DVD Player’s Setup menu. REC/OTR (record/onetouch recording) Button Press once to start a VCR recording. Details are on page 31. Press repeatedly to start a One-Touch Recording. Details are on page 33. POWER MARKER SETUP REC/OTR SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE REPEAT REPEAT A-B CHANNEL/SKIP CLEAR CLEAR Button Press to erase incorrect information.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 24 24 Channel Setup Although your DVD/VCR may automatically memorize the channels you receive when you turn it on for the first time, you can set up the channels again. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 SETUP REC/OTR Press VCR, then press DISC/MENU.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 25 Channel Setup (cont’d) 25 Adding/Deleting Channels You may want to add or delete TV channels if your channel lineup changes or if you no longer watch some channels. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 26 26 Channel Setup (cont’d) Reviewing Memorized Channels To see which TV channels the DVD/VCR has memorized, follow the steps below. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 27 Clock (VCR) 27 Follow the steps below to set the clock for the VCR. Make sure: ● The DVD/VCR is on and the VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. (If it does not, press VCR/TV once.) ● You make each entry within 60 seconds of the previous entry. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 28 28 Daylight-Savings Time You may program the DVD/VCR so the VCR clock will automatically move forward one hour in April and turn back one hour in October. Daylight-Savings Time is ON when you receive your DVD/VCR.Turn Daylight-Savings Time ON or OFF by following the steps below. Before you begin: ● Set the clock. Details are on page 27. ● Place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 29 Language Selection (VCR) 29 Follow the steps below to change the language of the VCR onscreen displays and menus. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER MARKER SETUP REC/OTR SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE REPEAT REPEAT A-B CHANNEL/SKIP CLEAR MODE TITLE 1 Press VCR, then press DISC/MENU.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 30 30 VCR On-Screen Status Displays A status display will appear when you press DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT or certain function buttons.The contents of the status display will vary.To choose the status display mode, follow the steps below. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 31 Video Cassette Tape Recording 31 VCR Read and follow the steps below to record a television program onto a video cassette tape. Before you begin, make sure the DVD/VCR is in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 2 3 4 Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever channel the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the DVD/VCR is set to.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 32 32 Recording One Channel/Watching Another VCR ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 2 3 4 Press VCR, then press REC/OTR to record the current TV channel. Details are on page 31. POWER MARKER SETUP 1 REC/OTR Use the TV remote control to select the channel you want to watch at the TV.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 33 One-Touch Recording 33 VCR One-Touch Recording (OTR) lets you set an immediate timed recording 30 minutes to eight hours long. Before you begin: ● Place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. ● Place the DVD/VCR in VCR position. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. ● Set up the TV channels at the DVD/VCR. Details are on page 24.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 34 34 Timer Recording VCR Follow the steps below to program your DVD/VCR to record TV programs while you’re away from home. Before you begin: ● Set up the TV channels at the DVD/VCR. Details are on page 24. ● Set the clock. If the clock is not set, CLOCK MUST BE SET will appear on the TV screen briefly after you select PROGRAM, followed by the VCR menu. Follow the directions on page 27 to set the VCR’s clock. ● Put a tape in the cassette compartment of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 35 Timer Recording (cont’d) 35 4 Use the Number buttons (1-8) to select a slot in which to store the timer recording. There are eight slots. Numbers for open slots will flash on the screen. NOTE: If you enter a number for a slot that has already been used to store a timer recording, PREVIOUSLY SET PROGRAM will appear on the screen briefly. Information about the program in that slot will appear on the screen.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 36 36 Timer Recording (cont’d) 8 POWER Press the Number 1 button to record in SP speed or the Number 2 button to record in SLP speed. (See the chart below.) You cannot use the SPEED button at this time.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 37 Timer Recording (cont’d) 37 Checking or Cancelling Timer Recordings ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 2 3 4 With the DVD/VCR on and in VCR mode and in VCR position (press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR), press VCR, then press DISC/MENU. Press PLAY B (o) or STOP C (p) to select PROGRAM, then press FF g (B).
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 38 38 Rerecording (Tape Duplication) VCR The instructions on this page show you how to copy tapes.The illustration uses two DVD/VCRs. Different VCRs may operate differently. 1.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 39 Repeat Play 39 VCR Follow the steps below to play a video cassette repeatedly. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER MARKER 1 Press VCR, then press DISC/MENU.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 40 40 Real-Time Tape Counter Memory VCR Follow the steps below to reset the real-time tape counter to zero at a tape location you want to refer to later. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER MARKER SETUP 1 Press VCR, then play, fast forward, or rewind a tape to the location that you would like to refer to later. Press STOP C (p) to stop the tape.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 41 Time Search 41 VCR Follow the steps below to program the DVD/VCR to search forward or backward on a tape a specific length of time.There must be a tape in the DVD/VCR. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 42 42 Special Effects Playback VCR ● Before you begin, press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER MARKER Forward and Reverse Searching (SP/LP/SLP) SETUP REC/OTR 1 2 During tape playback, press and release FF g (B) or REW h (s). A fast forward or reverse picture search will begin.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 43 Automatic Operation Features 43 VCR The following tape playback features are available in VCR mode. (Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light is on, if necessary.) Automatic Playback When you put a tape in the DVD/VCR, the power will come on automatically. If the tape’s record tab is missing, playback will begin.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:13 PM Page 44 44 Multi-Channel Television Sound VCR Your DVD/VCR can play tapes recorded in Hi-Fi (high fidelity) stereo, which produces a crisp, clear sound from the left and right audio channels.Your DVD/VCR also can play tapes recorded in a second audio (usually, that means your program is recorded in a second language). Of course, your DVD/VCR will play tapes recorded in monaural (single-source) sound as well.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 45 Multi-Channel Television Sound (cont’d) 45 VCR ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER MARKER 1 Press VCR, then press DISC/MENU.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 46 46 Hi-Fi Stereo Sound VCR Multi-Channel Television Sound system broadcasts are automatically recorded in Hi-Fi stereo.To play in Hi-Fi stereo the tapes recorded in Hi-Fi stereo, however, follow steps 1-5 below. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press VCR/TV so the green VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 47 Blue Background 47 VCR If you want the TV screen to be solid blue when a weak signal is received, set BLUE BACKGROUND to ON.The screen will be blue and the sound will be muted. Or, if you want to receive the weak signal, set BLUE BACKGROUND to OFF.When you select a channel that is receiving a weak signal, you will see and hear the static in the TV programming.The channel number will not appear on the screen when you select a weak channel.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 48 48 Disc Menus DVD Using the DVD Disc Menus Some DVDs contain menus that describe the contents of the DVD or allow you to customize DVD playback. For example, the menu may offer choices for subtitle languages, special features, or scene selection.To use the DVD Disc menu and select playback features, follow these steps. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 49 Fast Forward/Reverse Search 49 DVD ● AUDIO CD Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 During playback, press DVD, then press FF g (B) or REW h (s) on the remote control. ● During DVD playback, pressing FF g (B) or REW h (s) repeatedly will forward or reverse the picture at twice, eight times, 30 times, or 60 times the normal playback speed.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 50 50 Specific Title/Chapter Playback, Specific Time Playback DVD Specific Title/Chapter Playback ● OUTPUT SELECT DVD Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 2 VCR DISC OK MENU STOP With a DVD in the DVD/VCR, press DVD, then press SEARCH MODE/TIME SEARCH once. The Title/Chapter Search display will appear on the TV screen.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 51 Specific Track Playback 51 AUDIO CD There are three ways to begin playback on an Audio CD at a specific Track: Use the Number buttons, the SEARCH MODE/TIME SEARCH button, or CHANNEL/SKIP j/i (p/o). ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 52 52 Paused and Step-by-Step Playback, Resuming Playback DVD AUDIO CD Paused and Step-by-Step Playback POWER MARKER 1 2 3 During playback, press DVD, then press PAUSE k. Play will pause and the sound will be muted. AUDIO SETUP REC/OTR SUBTITLE ANGLE REPEAT REPEAT A-B When playing a DVD, press PAUSE k repeatedly to see the picture advance one frame (or step) at a time. The sound will remain mute. Pressing PAUSE k.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 53 Repeat, A-B Repeat 53 DVD Repeat ● AUDIO CD POWER MARKER Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. SETUP SUBTITLE AUDIO REC/OTR REPEAT ANGLE REPEAT A-B 1 During disc playback, press DVD, then repeatedly press REPEAT until the repeat mode you want appears on the TV screen as shown in the examples below.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 54 54 Markers DVD AUDIO CD Use Markers to remember your favorite places on a disc.To set the Markers, follow these steps. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 4 POWER MARKER 1 Play the Disc to within 30 seconds prior to the point at which you want to set the Marker. During playback, press DVD, then press MARKER.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 55 Subtitles, Camera Angles 55 DVD Subtitles You can select a language for DVD subtitles during playback.You can select only languages that are available on the DVD. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 56 56 Parental Controls Password DVD Parental Controls limits viewing of DVDs that exceed the limits you set.This feature will not limit viewing if the DVD maker did not code the DVD. So, make sure your DVDs play according to your settings before you allow children access to the DVD/VCR. Follow these steps to change your Parental Controls password. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 57 Parental Controls Levels 57 Follow these steps to set the rating level for your DVDs. DVDs whose ratings exceed the level you set will not play. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 While playback is stopped, press DVD, then press SETUP.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 58 58 Audio Language DVD You can select a language for DVDs during playback.You can change the language only if multiple languages are available on the DVD. ● Before you begin, press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER 1 MARKER SETUP REC/OTR AUDIO SUBTITLE REPEAT ANGLE REPEAT A-B CHANNEL/SKIP 1 During DVD playback, press DVD, then press AUDIO so the audio display appears on the TV screen.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 59 Slow Motion, Zoom 59 DVD Slow Motion POWER MARKER SETUP 1 2 During playback, press DVD, then press PAUSE k. SUBTITLE AUDIO REC/OTR ANGLE REPEAT REPEAT A-B CHANNEL/SKIP CLEAR Press FF g (B). Slow motion playback will begin. Press FF g (B) repeatedly to vary the speed of slow motion playback.You may play the DVD at 1/16, 1/8, or 1/2 the normal playback speed; IBx1/16, IBx1/8, or IBx1/2 will appear on the TV screen.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 60 60 Programmed Playback AUDIO CD You may determine the order in which Tracks will play.The order that you set is called the Program.To set up programmed playback, follow these steps. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 61 Random Playback, Stereo Sound Mode 61 AUDIO CD Random Playback POWER MARKER You may play the Tracks of an Audio CD in Random order instead of the order in which they are recorded (1,2,3...).To set up Random Playback, follow these steps. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 62 62 MP3 Playback MP3 The DVD/VCR will play MP3 files recorded on a CD-RW (Compact Disc-Rewritable). ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. POWER MARKER SETUP REC/OTR SUBTITLE AUDIO ANGLE REPEAT REPEAT A-B CHANNEL/SKIP 1 2 3 When you put a CD-RW with MP3 files in the DVD/VCR, the MP3 menu will appear on the TV screen.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 63 MP3 Display Information, MP3 Track Selection 63 MP3 MP3 Display Information You can review MP3 file information during playback. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 2 1 DVD VCR DISC OK MENU STOP Press DVD, then press DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT during playback. The currently playing Track will be highlighted in yellow.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 64 64 Random MP3 Playback, Programmed MP3 Playback MP3 Random MP3 Playback ● POWER MARKER Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. SETUP AUDIO REC/OTR SUBTITLE REPEAT ANGLE REPEAT A-B 1 While playback is stopped, press DVD, then press MODE twice. The RANDOM screen will appear.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 65 On-Screen Displays 65 DVD You can check information about the current DVD by pressing DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT on the remote control. 1 POWER MARKER SETUP Press DVD, then press DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT during playback.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 66 66 Display Settings You can change certain aspects of the DVD Player’s display screens, on-screen messages, and the display panel on the front of the DVD/VCR.You also can change the Aspect Ratio.To change such settings, follow these steps. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 When playback is stopped, press DVD, then press SETUP. The SET-UP screen will appear.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 67 Display Settings (cont’d) 67 3 Press K or L to select an item, then press OK. ● If you selected TV ASPECT, press o or p to select a setting, then press OK. Choose 4:3 LETTER BOX if you want black bars to appear at the top and bottom of the picture. Choose 4:3 PAN & SCAN for a full height picture, with both sides trimmed. Choose 16:9 WIDE if a widescreen TV is connected to the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 68 68 Language Settings You can use the LANGUAGE settings to select different languages for the Audio or Subtitles of DVDs, as well as languages for DVD Disc menus and the menus of the DVD Player SETUP menus of the DVD/VCR. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 1 While playback is stopped, press DVD, then press SETUP. The SETUP screen appears.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 69 Language Settings (cont’d) 69 POWER 4 Press o or p to select a setting, then press OK. ● If you select OTHER at the AUDIO, SUBTITLE, or DISC MENU screen, press four Number buttons to enter the code for the language you desire. Refer to the list below for the correct language code.You can only select other languages for AUDIO, SUBTITLE, and DISC MENU if the language is available on the Disc. ● Each screen can show a maximum of five languages.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 70 70 Audio Settings Choose the appropriate Audio Settings for your equipment.These settings only affect the playback of the DVD Player of the DVD/VCR. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. 4 5 POWER 1 While playback is stopped, press DVD, then press SETUP. The SETUP screen will appear.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 71 Black Level Settings,TruSurround Setting 71 DVD Black Level Settings POWER Adjust the Black Level Settings to make the black parts of the DVD picture as bright as you prefer. ● Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the red DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 72 72 Care and Maintenance, Specifications Care and Maintenance Cleaning the DVD/VCR • Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the DVD/VCR with a soft, slightly damp cloth. • Never use a solvent, thinner, benzene, or alcohol to clean the DVD/VCR. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the DVD/VCR. Such chemicals may discolor the surface or damage the DVD/VCR. Cleaning a Disc • Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the Disc.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 73 Glossary 73 AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks: jacks on the front and back of the DVD/VCR that receive audio from another source (IN) or send audio to another system (OUT). Automatic Channel Setup: process in which the VCR memorizes all available TV channels.Then, when you press CHANNEL/SKIP j/i (p/o) in VCR mode, you only scan through channels you receive. Bands: settings that allow you to tune channels.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 74 74 Helpful Hints If you are having problems with your product, check this list of problems and possible solutions before requesting service.You may be able to solve the problem yourself. If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call.This information is displayed on the back of the product.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 75 Helpful Hints (cont’d) 75 There is no sound. • Connect the audio cables firmly. Make sure the cables are connected to the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV or Stereo Receiver. Details are on pages 11-13. • Check the audio settings of the DVD Player. Details are on pages 70-71. • Check the audio settings of the DVD. For example, you may have selected “soundtrack” playback or an unavailable sound setting (such as Dolby Digital). Details are on pages 58 and 68-69.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 76 76 Helpful Hints (cont’d) Power Failure • VCR timer recordings, clock setting, language selection, and channel setup may be lost if the power fails for more than one minute. See pages 24-29 to set up the channels, clock, and language again. See pages 34-37 to reprogram your timer recordings. The VCR will not record a TV program. • Put the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press OUTPUT SELECT so the green VIDEO light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 77 Helpful Hints (cont’d) 77 You can not insert a video cassette. • Insert the tape, window side up, with the record tab facing you. • Make sure a tape isn’t already in the VCR by pressing STOP/EJECT on the front of the DVD/VCR. • Gently push on the center of the tape when putting it in the VCR. Never force the tape into the VCR. • If a timer recording is set, you cannot insert a tape without a record tab. You can not remove the tape. • The DVD/VCR must be in VCR mode.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 78 78 Limited Warranty Digital Video Disc Player / Video Cassette Recorder Combination 90 days Free Product Exchange / 91 days–One Year Reduced-Cost Exchange WHO IS COVERED? You must have proof of the date of purchase to exchange your product.A sales receipt or other document showing the date that you purchased the product is considered such proof. MAKE SURE YOU KEEP... Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of date of purchase.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 79 Limited Warranty (cont’d) 79 EXCHANGE INSTRUCTIONS To exchange your product with Philips (per the warranty conditions stated previously), remember: • If you exchange the product within 90 days of the original purchase, there is no cost to you. • If you exchange the product more than 90 days after but less than one year after the day of original purchase, contact Philips at 1-800-531-0039 to determine the preset cost for exchange.
H9231CD(EN).QX3 02.9.5 7:14 PM Page 80 80 Information Index ac power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 angle button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 55 ant-in (antenna in) jack . . . . . .8-13, 21 ant-out (antenna out) jack . . .8-10, 21 arrow buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 audio button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 58 audio cd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 audio in/out jacks . .11, 12, 20, 21, 38, 44 audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .