MCD988 DVD Micro Theatre User manual Manuel d'utilisation Manual del usuario Benutzerhandücher Gebruikershandleidingen Manuale per l'utente Användarhandböckerna Brugermanual pg 001-024_MCD988_Eng-12 1 2007.6.
Important notes for users in the U.K. Italia DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITA’ Mains plug This apparatus is fitted with an approved 13 Amp plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug proceed as follows: Si dichiara che l’apparecchio MCD988 Philips risponde alle prescrizioni dell’art. 2 comma 1 del D.M. 28 Agosto 1995 n. 548. 1 2 Remove fuse cover and fuse. Fatto a Eindhoven 3 Refit the fuse cover. Fix new fuse which should be a BS1362 3 Amp, A.S.T.A. or BSI approved type.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital interface that allows pure HD digital video transmission without the loss of image quality. The integrated control bus allows system control between the TV set and connected devices like a digital set top box. DVS (Dolby Virtual Speaker) technology creates a highly compelling 5.1-channel listening experience from as few as two speakers, making it an ideal entertainment solution for locations where space for multiple speaker setup is limited.
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English Index Français English ------------------------------------------------ 7 Español Français -------------------------------------------- 46 Deutsch Español --------------------------------------------- 85 Nederlands Deutsch ------------------------------------------- 124 Italiano Nederlands -------------------------------------- 163 Svenska Italiano -------------------------------------------- 202 Dansk Svenska ------------------------------------------- 241 Dansk --------------------
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General Information Basic Operations Features .................................................................. 9 Supplied accessories ............................................ 9 Environmental information ................................ 9 Installation ....................................................... 9~10 Maintenance ........................................................ 10 Switching the system on/off ............................. 23 Switching the system to Eco Power Standby mode ...........
Contents English System Menu Options Basic operations ................................................. 31 General Setup Page ............................................ 31 TV Display .................................................................. 31 OSD Language ........................................................... 31 Screen Saver ............................................................... 31 DIVX VOD ................................................................ 32 Audio Setup Page .....
Features Supplied accessories Your DVD Micro Theatre with 2.1 channel full digital 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.
General Information English ● Do not expose your player to extreme temperatures or humidity. ● The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. ● No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. ● No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, shall be placed on the apparatus. ● Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily.
English Connections Speaker (right) AUDIO IN AC power S-VIDEO IN TV IN VIDEO IN AUDIO IN Speaker (left) S-VIDEO IN TV IN VIDEO IN FM antenna Subwoofer IMPORTANT! – The type plate is located at the bottom of the system. – Before connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet, ensure that all other connections have been made. – Never make or change any connections with the power on.
Connections English Step 3: Connecting speakers ● Install the speakers to the corresponding stand with screws. 1 ● Connect the left and right speakers to the SPEAKERS (4Ω) terminals on the back of the subwoofer with the supplied speaker cables. Right speaker to “R” and left speaker to “L”. Fully inser t the speaker wire into the terminal. 2 Notes: – Ensure that the speaker cables are correctly connected. Improper connections may damage the system due to short-circuit.
Using Component Video jacks (Y Pb Pr) Using AV OUT jack IMPORTANT! – The progressive scan video quality is only possible when using Y Pb Pr, and a progressive scan TV is required. AUDIO IN S-VIDEO IN TV IN VIDEO IN 1 2 Connect the end of the supplied AV cord with only one connector to the AV OUT jack of the DVD system. 1 For the other end, connect the video output connector (yellow) to the video input jack (or labeled as A/ V In, CVBS, Composite or Baseband) on the TV.
Connections English Using S-Video jack Step 6:Connecting FM antenna IMPORTANT! – If S-Video is used for DVD playback connection, the system’s VIDEO OUT setting will need to be changed accordingly. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM (75 Ω) jack. Extend the FM antenna and fix its end to the wall. For better FM stereo reception, connect an external FM antenna (not supplied). Note: – Adjust the position of the antennas for optimal reception.
Step 7: Connecting the power cord After everything is connected properly, plug in the AC power cord to the power outlet. Switch on the power on the back of the subwoofer. Never make or change any connection with the power on. Viewing and listening to the playback of other equipment A ● Connect the system's AUX IN jacks to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the other audio/visual device (such as a TV, VCR, Laser Disc player or cassette deck).
Connections English Connecting to a TV with HDMI Jack E HDMI connects untouched and uncompressed digital transmission for the highest and crispest sound/image quality. It has plug and play capability using only one cable for both audio/video output. ● Use a HDMI cable (not supplied) to connect the HDMI jack on the DVD Player to HDMI IN on a HDMI compatible device (e.g.; TV, Projector, Adaptor). ➜ It may take a while for the DVD player and input device to communicate and initialise.
65 1 42 7 08 1 ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON y switches on the system or puts it on to Eco power/normal standby mode. 2 Display – shows the current status of the DVD player. 3 IR SENSOR – 4 – 5 – – 6 – – – 7 – 3 ! $ 9 % ^ # 8 0@ DVD player and power amplifier – English Functional Overview 8 DISC 1 OPEN•CLOSE ç/ DISC 2 – 9 – – OPEN•CLOSEç opens or closes the disc tray. SOURCE selects the respective sound source: DVD/AUX/ TUNER (FM)/USB. switches the system on.
Functional Overview English %n – ^ – Remote control connects headphones LINE IN connects an external non-USB device. 1B – switches on the system or puts it on to the Eco power/normal standby mode. 2 DISC 1 / DISC 2 – selects and plays disc 1 or disc 2. 3 TUNER – selects the tuner source. 4 USB – 3 1 ⁄ 2 6 5 4 7 8 9 9 5 – 6 – 7 – ! 8 @ $ ^ * 0 – # % 9 & 04 ( ) ¡ – – – – £ ™ ∞ ! § – ≤ ≥ – @ # – • º selects to play from a USB massage storage device.
≥ AUDIO % MOVING SURROUND – ^ – & – – – * – ( – ) – ¡ – ™ enables / disables the surround sound effect with moving speakers DIM selects different levels of brightness for the display screen. VOL +/adjusts the volume upward/downward. adjusts the hours and minutes in clock/timer setting mode. switches the set timer ON or OFF. ÉÅ starts or interrupts disc playback. 9 stops disc playback or erases a program. LOUDNESS enables or disables automatic loudness adjustment.
Getting Started English 2 Close the cover. 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 down button repeatedly until you see the Video In channel.
There will be a distorted picture on your TV at this state until you turn on the progressive scan mode on your TV. – Before changing the current TV Type setting, ensure that your TV supports the selected TV Type. Setting up Progressive Scan feature (for Progressive Scan TV only) 9 The progressive scan display twice the number of frames per seconds than interlaced scanning (ordinary normal TV system). With nearly double the number of lines, progressive scan offers higher picture resolution and quality.
Getting Started English Step 3: Setting language preference Setting the Audio, Subtitle and Disc Menu language 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.
Switching the system on/off ● Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ONB (B on the remote). ● Press DISC, TUNER or AUX on the remote. ➜ The system will switch to the selected source. To switch the system to standby mode ● Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ONB (B on the remote). Switching the system to Eco Power Standby mode ● Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B in active mode. ➜ The system enters Eco power standby (the ECO POWER LED is on) or normal standby mode with clock display.
Basic Operations English Demonstration mode The system has a demonstration mode that shows the various features offered by the system. To activate the demonstration ● In standby mode, press STOP 9 on the system to activate the demo mode. ➜ Demonstration will begin. ● Press MOVING SURROUND to switch between the surround sound mode and ordinary music mode.
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 (ø) 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. Region Codes DVDs must be labeled as shown below in order to play on this DVD system.
Disc Operations English Using the Disc Menu Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen once you load the disc. Resuming playback from the last stopped point (DVD/VCD/CD) ● In stop mode and when a disc has not been removed, pressÉÅ. To select a playback feature or item ● Use 1 2 3 4 and OK or Numeric Keypad (0-9) on the remote. ➜ Playback will start automatically. To cancel resume mode ● In stop mode, press STOP 9 again.
Repeat A-B (DVD/VCD/CD/MP3/DivX/ WMA) 1 Press A-B at your chosen starting point. 2 Press A-B again at your chosen end point. ➜ The section A and B can be set only within the same chapter/track. ➜ The section will now repeat continuously. 3 To exit the sequence, press A-B again. Forward/Reverse Searching (DVD/VCD/ DivX/CD/MP3/WMA) 1 2 Press 1/Éon the remote during playback to select the required speed: 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X or 32X (backward or forward). ➜ Sound will be muted.
Disc Operations English For Super VCD/VCD/DivX/CD ➜ Single/Total Elapsed: displays the elapsed time of the current single/total track. ➜ Single/Total Remain: displays the remaining time of the current single/total track. ➜ Display Off: switches time display off. Playing MP3/WMA disc IMPORTANT! For DRM protected WMA files, use Windows Media Player 10 (or later) for CD burning/conversion. Visit www.microsoft.com for details about Windows Media Player and WM DRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management).
Playing JPEG Picture CD General operation 1 To enter the remote key function menu ● Use 1 2 3 4 to highlight “Menu” and press OK. Load a JPEG Picture CD. ➜ The data disc menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Use 3 4 to select a folder and press OK to open the folder. 3 Press 3 4 or use the Numeric Keypad (0-9) to highlight a picture file. 4 Press OK to confirm. ➜ The playback will start from the selected picture to the end of the folder.
Disc Operations English Playing a DivX disc 1 2 This DVD player supports the DivX movie playback that you download from your computer onto a CD-R/RW (see “System Menu Options-DIVX(R) VOD registration code” for more information). Load a DivX disc. ➜ Playback will start automatically. If not press ÉÅ. If the DivX movie contains external subtitles, the subtitle menu will appear on the TV screen for your selection. ● In this case, pressing SUBTITLE on the remote control will turn on or off the subtitle.
1 2 3 English System Menu Options Basic operations TV DISPLAY Press SYSTEM MENU to enter the Setup Menu. Set the aspect ratio of the DVD Player according to the TV you have connected. ➜ NORMAL/PS: If you have a normal TV and want both sides of the picture to be trimmed or formatted to fit your TV screen. Press 1 2 to select a page to be set. Press 3 4 to highlight an option. 4 5 Enter its submenu by pressing 2 or OK. 6 Press OK to confirm.
System Menu Options English 1 DIVX VOD ANALOG AUDIO SETUP Philips provides you the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX® VOD service. For more information, visit us at www.divx.com/ vod. In ‘GENERAL SETUP PAGE’, press 3 4 to highlight DIVX VOD, then press 2 or OK to enter its submenu and press OK again to confirm. ➜ The registration code will appear. The options included in ANALOG AUDIO SETUP page are: “LT/RT”, “STEREO”, “DVS REFER.
English System Menu Options DOLBY DIGITAL SETUP HDCD The option included in DOLBY DIGITAL SETUP is: “DUAL MONO”. The option included in HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital) is: “FILTER”. DUAL MONO FILTER Select the setting that matches the number of speakers you have connected. ➜ STEREO: Left mono sound will send output signals to Left speaker and Right mono sound will send output signals to Right speaker. ➜ L-MONO: Left mono sound will send output signals to Left speaker and Right speaker.
System Menu Options English COMPONENT Sets the video output according to your video connection. This setting is not required if you are using the AV OUT jack 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. ➜ Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y: Select this if you have connected the DVD micro system to your TV using Component video jacks.
Notes: – This option is available only when the "HDMI" is set to "ON". – If no display appears on the TV screen due to unsupported resolution, reconnect any available interlace video output to your display and re-adjust the resolution settings to 480p/576p. PREFERENCE PAGE The options included in Preference page are: “TV TYPE”, “AUDIO”, “SUBTITLE”, “DISC MENU”, “PARENTAL”, “DEFAULT” and “PASSWORD SETUP”. 1 2 3 discs. Press 3 4 to highlight “PARENTAL”. Enter its submenu by pressing 2.
System Menu Options English PASSWORD SETUP PAGE The options included in Password Setup page are: “PASSWORD MODE” and “PASSWORD”. PASSWORD MODE This feature is used to enable/disable password by selecting “ON”/”OFF”. PASSWORD Enter your four digit password when a hint is displayed on the screen. The default password is 1234. 1 2 Press 3 4 to highlight “PASSWORD”. 3 Press OK to open the page for inputting a new password. 4 5 6 7 36 Enter its submenu by pressing 2. Enter the existing 4-digit code.
Radio Reception Tuning to radio stations 1 Press STANDBY-ON B (B on the remote) to switch on the last selected source. 2 Press SOURCE (TUNER on the remote) to select FM mode. 3 Press and hold 1 / 2 on the remote until the frequency indication starts to change, then release. ➜ The system automatically tunes to the next strong radio station. Listening to preset radio stations ● In tuner mode, press ¡ / ™ to select the desired preset number.
Other Functions English In standby mode, the timer setting enables the system to switch on automatically at a set time. Setting the clock 1 2 3 In Standby mode, press and hold CLOCK/RDS on the remote until the time flashes on the display. ➜ ”CLOCK” is displayed briefly. Then, the hour digits flash on the display screen. Press VOLUME +/ - (VOL+/- on the remote) to set the hours and CLOCK/RDS to confirm. ➜ The minute digits flash on the display screen.
Using a non-USB device 1 Connect the system's LINE-IN jack to the AUDIO OUT jacks on another audio/visual device (such as a VCR, Laser Disc player or cassette desk) using a "single-to-double" cinch cable (with one end providing a 3.5" connector for connection to the LINE-IN jack while the other end providing two white/red connectors for connection to the other device's AUDIO OUT jacks). 2 Press AUX to select external equipment. ➜ "LINE-IN" is displayed.
External Sources English Notes: – If you have not organized MP3/WMA files into any albums on your disc, an album "01" will be automatically assigned for all those files. – Make sure that the 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).
SYSTEM Total output power .................................. 400W RMS Power supply ............................ 220 – 240 V / 50 Hz Rated working power consumption (1/8 rated output power) ........................................................ ≤ 85W AUX input sensitivity ..................................... ≤ 500mV Channel Separation ............................................. ≥ 40dB Distortion ....................................................................... 0.7% Eco power Standby ..............
Troubleshooting English 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 No power. Solution ✔ Check if the AC power cord is properly connected.
The aspect ratio of the screen cannot be changed even though you have set the TV shape. ✔ No sound or distorted sound. ✔ ✔ 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, pressÉÅ to resume normal play mode.
Troubleshooting English The remote control does not function. ✔ Select the correct source (DISC or TUNER, 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 batteries with new ones. ✔ Check that the batteries are loaded correctly. The display is dark. ✔ Press DIM again. Low hum or buzz sound.
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.).
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