Philips MX3950 System
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1. Setting the PCM output Set your PCM Pulse Code Modulation output only after you have set the system s Digital Output to PCM only See Setting the digital output Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select K gt PCM Output 48 kHz Select this if the optional audio equipment is incapable of processing 96 kHz digital signal input The signal will then be converted to a standard signal with sampling rates of 48 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz 96 kHz Select this if the optional audio equipment is capable of processing digital signal input with sampling rates of 96 kHz However if the sound output is distorted or there is no sound select 48 kHz instead 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 Night mode turning on off Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select 4 gt Night Mode On Nightmode 1 Select this when you want enjoy the surround sound with its full dynamic range Off 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 This feature is only available for movies with Dolby Digital mode pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 31 SL DVD Menu Options Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select BE gt Defaults Reset Pressing amp on the remote will restore all the items in the se2. sss Connections Step 1 Placing the speakers and subwoofer Step 2 Connecting speakers and subwoofer Step 3 Connecting Using Composite Video jack CVBS Using Component Video jack Pr Pb Y Using S Video jack Using an accessory RF modulator Step 4 Connecting FM AM antennas Step 5 Connecting the power cord Connections optional Connecting a VCR or Cable Satellite Box Viewing and listening to the playback Recording DVDs Connecting digital audio equipment Listening to the playback Recording digital Functional Overview Main unit and remote control wesc Control buttons available on the reimote only ccce testet Getting Started Step 1 Inserting batteries into the remote Using the remote control to operate the rjr Step 2 Setting the clock Step 3 Setting the TV Changing the NTSC PAL setting via the remote control Selecting the color system that corresponds to your Step 4 Selecting speaker layout Changing seating control position Setting the speakers channels Step 5 Setting language preference pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 8 Disc Operations Playable clises 5 42555 A AE ione 22 Playing HSCS C 22 Turning on off auto Eco standby mode 23 Using the Dise Meri tct 23 Basic playback controls ss 23 Resuming playback from
3. Adjusts the volume level 45 BASS TREBLE Selects bass or treble sound Use the VOLUME control to select the desired enhancement level see page 38 Plugging in the headphones jack The speakers output will be cancelled Press and hold the button for more than two seconds 16 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 16 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 Control buttons available on the remote only SYSTEM MENU DVD mode only Enters or exits system setup menu see pages 27 28 Joystick 4 AV Selects movement direction in the menu Use lt P to select a preset radio station see page 35 OK Confirms a selection DISC SKIP Selects next disc tray for playback see page 23 0 REPEAT Selects various repeat modes see page 24 02 VOICE only available in Multi channel mode Turns on off clear voice sound effect see page 38 03 MUTE Mutes or restores the volume see page 38 DIM Selects different levels of brightness for display panel see page 39 05 SLEEP Sets the sleep timer function see page 37 SUB Adjusts subwoofer s sound level see page 38 0 TV VOL Adjusts TV volume Philips TV only see page 39 REPEAT A B Repeats a specific section on a disc see page 24 ZOOM Enlarges a picture on the TV screen Functional Overview DISC ME
4. wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Battery usage CAUTION 1o prevent battery leakage which may result in bodily injury property damage or damage to the unit nstall all batteries correctly and as marked on the unit Do not mix batteries old and new or carbon and alkaline etc Remove ba
5. Switch the P SCAN at the back panel to OFF position if you are not using a Progressive Scan TV Check the video connection If both S Video and Component Pr Pb Y Video connections are used to connect to your TV the video signal will go to S Video automatically every time when you power up the DVD system To change the setting refer to Video Output see page 29 Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may appear This is not a malfunction Clean the disc see page 10 TVs have a color system standard If the discs or DVD system s color system is different than your TV s color system the picture may be distorted or colorless Set o the correct TV System setting see page 19 The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD disc Depending on the TV it may not be possible to change he aspect ratio Adjust the volume Replace the speaker cables Check the speaker connections and settings See pages 11 21 Disconnect the headphones Press PLAY to resume normal play mode if necessary Press the correct source button on the remote TV AV or AUX for example to choose the equipment that you want to hear through the DVD system See pages 12 13 15 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet for a few minutes Reconnect the power cord and try to operate again as usual 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T Troubleshooting Problem Solution The DVD player does not sta
6. Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system Replace the batteries with new ones Point the remote control directly toward the IR sensor Check that the batteries are loaded correctly The timer is not working Setthe clock correctly see page 18 Press and hold CLOCK TIMER to switch on the timer see page 36 The display panel is dark Press DIM again see page 39 Low hum or buzz sound Place the DVD system as far away as possible from electrical devices that may be causing interference 41 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 41 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 B Eo oo Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION MAIN UNIT Output power 500 W Total power Power Supply Rating 120V 60 Hz Stereo mode DIN 85 W 85 W RMS Power Consumption 150W 2 x 60W FTC 9 Dimensions w x h x d 435 mm x 100 mm x 360 mm Surround mode 1 kHz 85 W RMS channel 17 13 x 3 94 x 14 17 inch Frequency Response 100 Hz 20 kHz 3 Weight 7 15 kg 15 73 pounds Signal to Noise Ratio 7 65 dB CCIR Input Sensitivity SPEAKERS AUX In 880 mV Front speakers Rear surround speaker TV In 350 mV System 2 way satellite Output Sensitivity Impedance 49 Headphone 32 Q 1000 Q Speaker drivers 3 woofer 1 piezo tweeter Line Out 600 mV Frequency response 20 Hz 20 kHz Digital In acc 60958 amp IEC 61937 Dimensions w x h x d 94 mm
7. See page 19 Setting the TV gt You should see the blue Philips DVD background screen on the TV Press one of the OPEN CLOSE 4 button to open the disc tray and load a disc then press the same button again to close the disc tray gt Make sure the disc label is facing up For double sided discs load the side you want to play face up Repeat steps O tor loading a disc onto another disc tray Playback will start automatically from the last loaded disc gt All the available discs will play once then stop gt f a disc menu shows on the TV see next page on Using the Disc Menu gt If the disc is locked by parental control you must enter your four digit password see page 32 33 obtain the best surround effects see page 20 Changing seating control position Note Only one tray can be opened at a time If you intend to open the second tray before closing the first tray the first tray will automatically close before the second tray opens 2 25 03 9 57 AM 3139 115 21993 e Turning on off auto Eco standby mode This is a power saving feature the system will automatically switch to Eco standby mode if you do not press any buttons within 30 minutes after a disc has stopped playing buttons on DVD system s front panel display panel v es C99 Press and hold STANDBY ON to switch the system to standby mode gt The clock appears Press and hold u
8. 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 o 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 he user set level PCM Pulse Code Modulation A system for converting analog sound signal to digital signal for later processing with no data compression used in conversion Playback control PBC Refers to the signal recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for controlling reproduction By using menu screens recorded on a Video CD or SVCD that supports PBC you can enjoy interactive type software as well as software having a search function Plug and Play After power up the system wil prompt the user to proceed with the automatic installation of radio stations by simply pressing the PLAY button on the main unit Progressive Scan It displays all the horizontal lines of a picture at one time as a signal frame This system can convert the interlaced video from DVD into progressive format for connection to a progressive display It dramatically increases the vertical resolution A progressive scan TV is needed to receive progressive scan output from the player Region code A system for allowing discs to be played back only in the region designated beforehand This unit will only play discs that have compatible region c
9. any objects other than discs on the disc tray Doing so may cause the disc player to malfunction Playable discs Your DVD home cinema system will play Digital Video Discs DVDs Video CDs VCDs SuperVideo CDs SVCDs Digital Video Discs Rewritable DVD RW Compact Discs CDs MP3 discs picture Kodak JPEG files on CD R W JPEG ISO 9660 format Maximum 30 characters display Supported sampling frequencies 32 kHz 44 1 kHz 48 kHz Supported Bit rates 32 256 kbps variable bit rates dan m VIDEO CD DVD ReWrltable COMPACT VIDEO COMPACT cise COMPACT Se 01 8 DIGITAL VIDEO pIGITALAUDIO Region Codes DVDs must be labeled for ALL regions or for Region 1 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 Improperly formatted discs will not play on this DVD system DIGITAL AUDIO ReWritable w IMPORTANT If the inhibit icon or X appears on Li the TV screen when a button is pressed it means the function is not available on the current disc or at the current time Playing discs 1 Adjust SOURCE control until JISE X appears on the display panel or press DISC MEDIA on the remote Turn on the TV power and set to the correct Video In channel
10. first time key 1234 gt If you forget your password press B four times to restore to the default password 1234 Enter your new four digit password Enter the same new four digit password again q Press SYSTEM MENU again to remove the menu 33 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 HEEL pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 34 Tuner Operations 34 IMPORTANT Make sure the FM and AM antennas are connected The TUNING button on the front panel is used to toggle between frequency tuning and preset tuning When in preset tuning PRESET appears on the display panel and ka a buttons on the front panel are used for preset number selection Otherwise pressing lt will change the radio frequency Tuning to radio stations Press TUNER on the remote or adjust SOURCE control on front panel to select FM TUNER or AM TUNER Press and hold on the remote until the frequency indication starts to change then release gt The next radio station will tune automatically gt lights up for FM stereo reception To tune a weak station press gt gt briefly and repeatedly until an optimal reception is found If you use 2 4 on the front panel for frequency tuning make sure the system is in frequency tuning mode If not press TUNING gt PRESET will disappear from the display panel Presetting radio st
11. 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 Connections WOOFER SURROUND CENTER FRONT e 12 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 12 Step 3 Connecting TV EE 2 D ON i Aw o P SCAN ON OFF C 2 IMPORTANT You only need to make one video connection from the following options depending on the capabilities of your TV system S Video or Component Video connection provides higher picture quality These options must be available on your TV Connect the DVD system directly to the TV Using Composite Video jack CVBS Use the composite video cable yellow to connect the DVD system s CVBS jack to the video input jack or labeled as A V In Video In Composite or Baseband on the TV To hear the TV channels through this DVD system use the audio cables white red to connect TV IN L R jacks to the corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV Set the P SCAN switch to OFF WOOFER SURROUND CENTER FRONT 1 If both S Video and Component Pr Pb Y Video connections are used to connect to your TV the video signal will automatically switch to S Video when you power up the DVD system To set the VIDEO to Pr Pb Y see page 29 Using Component Video jacks Pr Pb Y Use the component video cables red blue green to connect the DVD system s Pr Pb Y jacks to the corre
12. REVERSE DVD FR x2 FR x4 FR x6 FR x8 VCD MP3 FR x1 FR 2 FR x3 FR x4 FAST FORWARD DVD FF x2 FF x4 FF x6 FF x8 VCD MP3 FF x1 FF x2 FF x3 FF x4 Select a search speed backward forward The volume will be muted To resume normal playback press gt HH STATUS Allows viewing of the current status of the disc The information will vary depending on the disc format Available on DVD only TITLE SEARCH TITLE XX YY Select a Title for playback to begin CHAPTER SEARCH CHAPTER XX YY Select a Chapter for playback to begin current title chapter number total number of title chapter Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to change the number then press OK TIME SEARCH TIME Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter the time hours minutes and seconds at which you want playback to begin ZOOM Select an enlarge picture ratio x1 5 x2 0 x3 0 then press OK to confirm Use the joystick to move within the enlarged picture on the TV To resume normal playback select ZOOM OFF from the menu ANGLE for DVD only Select to view the same scene from different angles if the DVD is recorded with multiple angles STEP FORWARD Select to advance the still picture one frame forward To resume normal playback press gt M PBC ON OFF for VCD 2 0 with PBC feature Select between PBC On and Off PBC OFF the playback will start automatically PBC ON the d
13. Select fl icon and press V Use the joystick 4 gt A on the remote to navigate in the menu Move to and press P Move to TV System and press P Auto Select this if the connected TV is compatible with both NTSC and PAL multi system The output format will be in accordance with the video signal of the disc NTSC Select this if the connected TV is NTSC system It will change the video signal of a PAL disc VCD only and output to NTSC format PAL Select this if the connected TV is PAL system It will change the video signal of an NTSC disc and output to PAL format Select an item and press OK To remove the menu Press SYSTEM MENU 19 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 Getting Started Step 4 Selecting speaker layout Speaker Layout Square In disc mode press SYSTEM MENU Select ffl icon and press V Use the joystick 4 gt A Y on the remote to navigate in the menu Move to K and press Move to Speaker Layout and press P Rectangular 1 Rectangular 2 Trapezoid 1 Trapezoid 2 Personal OK to exit Select the layout that most closely resembles your speakers arrangement then press OK gt The speaker output will adjust automatically to suit the selected speaker layout settings based on the seating position in the middle To change the seating position see Changing seating control positio
14. minutes This will prevent your display device from becoming damaged DVD Menu Options Set Analog Output to match your DVD home cinema system s playback capability This function can also be accessed via the SURR button on the remote control or SURROUND on the front panel Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select K gt Analog Output Analog Output P Stereo 3D Sound Multi channel Stereo Select this to change channel output to stereo which delivers sound from only the two front speakers and subwoofer 3D Sound Select this to change channel output to 3D sound which delivers surround sound from only the two front speakers and subwoofer Multi channel Select this to enable Multi channel output 29 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 30 DVD Menu Options 30 Setting the digital output Set Digital Output according to your optional audio equipment connections Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select 11 Digital Output l Digital Output Por All PCM only Off Select this to deactivate the digital output All Select this if you have connected the digital output to an optional piece of audio equipment that has a multichannel decoder PCM only Select this if the optional audio equipment is not capable of decoding multichannel audio After that proceed to Setting the PCM output
15. of this express warranty But because some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty may last this limitation may not apply to you TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN CANADA Please contact Philips at 1 800 661 6162 French Speaking 1 800 531 0039 English or Spanish Speaking In Canada this warranty is given in lieu of all other war ranties No other warranties are expressed or implied including any implied warranties of merchantability or fit ness for a particular purpose Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages howsoever incurred even if notified of the possibility of such damages REMEMBER Please record below the model and serial numbers found on the product Also please fill out and mail your warranty registration card promptly It will be easier for us to notify you if necessary MODEL SERIAL This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which vary from state province to state province Philips P O Box 520890 Miami FL 33152 USA 402 536 4171 EL4965E007 8 02 44 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993
16. see page 35 CLOCK selects 12 or 24 hour clock display see page 16 9 gt Il PLAY PAUSE DISC starts pauses playback see page 23 TUNER enters Plug amp Play mode and or starts preset radio station installation only on the main unit see page 34 STOP Exits an operation DISC stops playback or clears a program see page 23 25 TUNER erases a preset radio station see page 35 44 SEARCH PP PREV NEXT DISC searches backward forward or selects a rack see page 23 TUNER tunes the radio frequency up down or selects a preset radio station see pages 34 35 On the remote it can only tune the radio frequency up down CLOCK sets the minutes and hours see pages 18 36 SEATING only available in Multi channel mode Turns on off the seating control diagram on the TV Use the VOLUME control on the main unit or joystick on the remote to select the desired seating position see page 20 SURROUND SURR Selects multichannel surround 3D sound or stereo mode see page 38 02 SOURCE Selects the relevant active mode TV AV DISC TUNER or AUX DI DISC toggles between DISC 1 5 TUNER toggles between FM and AM band AUX DI toggles between AUX and DIG IN Digital Input mode 03 CLOCK TIMER Enters clock or timer setting mode see pages 18 36 Shows clock display for a few seconds see page 16 VOLUME VOL t
17. the last stopped point DVD VCD Replacing discs without interrupting playback Selecting various repeat functions i Repeat play mode Repeating a section within a chapter track uui cte item 24 Program favorite tracks audio CDs and VCDS Clearing the program Using the menu bar to program Playing MP3 Picture disc Kodak JPEG Program MP3 disc DVD Menu Options Sime the mend Using the Setup Menu Setting the TV shape Setting the video output Screen saver turning on off Setting the analog output Setting the digital output Setting the PCM output Night mode turning on off Restoring the original settings 31 Restricting playback by parental control 32 Changing the password s 33 Tuner Operations Tuning to radio stations Presetting radio stations Using the Plug and Play Automatic presetting Manual presetting Selecting a preset radio station Deleting a preset radio station 2 25 03 10 35 AM 3139 115 21993 HEN s pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 9 Timer Operations Setting the BETIS 05 2 Activating Deactivating the timer Setting the Sleep timer Sound and Volume Controls Sound Control Selecting surround sound Turning on off clear voice effect Changing subwoofer volume level Ad
18. tracks Press I to start program playback gt Only the tracks programmed from audio CDs and VCDs will play Press to stop playback or exit program mode Notes Pressing OPEN CLOSE button of the programmed disc tray will erase the programme If you do not press any buttons within 20 seconds the system will exit programming mode Clearing the program Stop playback then press and hold gt PROG disappears from the display panel and PROGRAM CLEARED appears Note If the DVD system is disconnected from the bower supply the program will be erased pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 25 Disc Operations Using the menu bar to program IMPORTANT You have to turn on your TV and set to the correct Video In channel See page Setting the PROGRAM DISC TRACK 1 2 oo 5 6 0s op playback then press SYSTEM MENU gt The menu bar will appear across the top of the TV screen Use the joystick 4 gt to select EA and press to enter the program menu Use the joystick amp Y to move within the program menu and use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter the disc and track number to be programmed Press 9 M to start program playback Only the tracks programmed from audio CDs and VCDs will play During playback press PROG on the front panel to toggle between program on and off To clea
19. under age 17 6 PG R Parental Guidance Restricted recommended that parents restrict children under 17 from viewing or allow to view only when supervised by a In di de SYSTEM MENU parent or adult guardian In disc mode press 4PG13 Material is unsuitable for children under Select fll icon and press age 13 1 3 PG Parental Guidance suggested Use the joystick 4 A Y on the remote to 1G General Audience recommended as navigate in the menu acceptable for viewers of all ages Move to T and press Note Move to Parental Control and press Some DVDs are not encoded with a rating though the movie rating may be printed on the disc jacket The rating level feature does not work for such discs 32 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Engt 32 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T 1 l Changing the password You can change the four digit password used for Parental Control The default password is 1234 In disc mode press SYSTEM MENU Select ffl icon and press V Use the joystick 4 gt A Y on the remote to navigate in the menu Move to B and press Move to Password and press P E Password pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 33 DVD Menu Options Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter your original four digit password at Enter code gt If you are asked to enter the code for the
20. will switch to Tuner mode gt TUNER the last tuned radio station will be played Activating Deactivating the timer o Repeat steps 0 98 of Setting the timer Press to turn off the timer gt f icon will disappear from the display panel and TIMER OFF appears OR Press CLOCKeTIMER to turn on the timer to the last setting gt The timer information will display for a few seconds then the system resumes its last active source or stays in standby mode Note The system will exit timer setting mode if no button is pressed within 90 seconds 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 HEEL pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 37 e Setting the Sleep timer The sleep timer enables the system to switch to Eco Power standby mode automatically at a preset time Press SLEEP on the remote repeatedly until it reaches the desired preset turn off time gt The selections are as follows time in minutes 5730745 760750 gt Igi dus gt SLEEP will show on the display panel except if OFF is selected gt Before the system switches to Eco Power standby mode a countdown of 10 seconds is displayed SLEEP iO SLEEP 8 SLEEP P S EEP To check or change the setting Press SLEEP once to show the remaining time before switching off If you continue pressing the SLEEP button the next Sleep Timer option will appear on the display panel To cancel the sleep timer Press SL
21. without sound and MUTE appears gt To restore the volume press MUTE again or increase the volume level 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 39 Switching on off Switching to active mode Adjust the SOURCE control to select DISC 1 DISC 5 gt FM TUNER gt AM TUNER gt TV AV gt AUX gt DIG IN gt DISC 1 OR Press DISC MEDIA TUNER TV AV or AUXIDI on the remote Switching to Eco Power standby mode Press STANDBY ON gt ECO POWER button lights up gt The display screen will go blank Switching to standby mode view clock Press and hold STANDBY ON 0 gt The clock appears gt While in standby mode pressing CLOCK TIMER button will switch the system to Eco Power standby mode Dimming system s display screen Press DIM to select desired brightness MODE 1 MODE 2 MODE 3 or NORMAL Note Pressing DIM button in standby mode will toggle between half and full brightness Other Functions Recording to an external device Connect the external recording device to LINE OUT or DIGITAL OUT See page 15 Connections optional Select the source to record from your DVD system DISC TUNER TV AV or AUX DI and start playback if necessary gt You can only record from DISC if using DIGITAL OUT to connect the external recording device Start recording on the external recording device Notes
22. x 155 mm x 88 mm D 4ohm 120 Hz 12 5 kHz 1096 THD 3 70 x 6 10 x 3 46 inch Weight 0 65 kg each TUNER SECTION 43 pounds each Tuning Range FM 87 5 108 MHz 100 kHz steps CENTER SPEAKER AM 530 1700 kHz 10 kHz System 5 multi directional driver steps Impedance 4Q 26 dB Quieting Sensitivity FM 20 dB Speaker drivers 4 x 2 woofer 1 3 4 tweeter 26 dB Quieting Sensitivity AM 3162 mV m Frequency response 20 Hz 20 kHz Image Rejection Radio FM 25 dB Dimensions w x h x d 435 mm x 63 5 mm x 72 mm AM 28 dB 7 13 x 25 x 2 83 inch IF Rejection Ratio FM 60 dB Weight 32 kg 2 90 pounds AM 24 dB Signal to Noise Ratio FM 60 dB SUBWOOFER 40 dB Impedance 49 AM Suppression Ratio FM 30 dB Speaker drivers 6 1 2 woofer LI Harmonic Distortion FM Mono 3 Frequency response 30 Hz 120 Hz FM Stereo 376 Dimensions w x h x d 95 mm x 433 mm x 391 mm AM 5 7 68 x 17 05 x 15 39 inch Frequency Response FM 180 Hz 10 kHz 6 dB Weight 5 72 kg 12 58 pounds Stereo Separation FM 26 dB 1 kHz Stereo Threshold FM 23 5 dB DISC SECTION Laser lype Semiconductor Disc Diameter 2cm 8cm Video Decoding MPEG 2 MPEG 1 Specifications subject to change without prior Video DAC 0 Bits notice Signal System PAL NTSC Video Format 43 169 Video S N 56 dB minimum Composite Video Output 1 0 Vp p 75 Q S Video Output Y 10 Vp p 75 Q C 0 286 Vp p 75 Q Audio DAC 24 Bits 96 kHz Frequency Response 4 Hz 20 kHz 44 1 kHz 4 Hz 22 kHz 48 kHz
23. 4 Hz 44 kHz 96 kHz Digital Output Input SPDIF Sony Philips digital interface Coaxial PCM 60958 Dolby Digital DTS 60958 IEC 61937 42 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 42 2 25 03 10 04 AM 3139 115 21993 M HEN T pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 43 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 he 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 Stereo etc Bit Rate The amount of data used to hold a given length of music measured in kilobits per seconds or kbps Or the speed at which you record Generally the higher the bit rate or the higher the recording speed 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 Clear voice It enables the digital sound processor to extract the voice dynamics in movie dialog on all 5 surround channels without compromizing on the location accuracy and the width
24. 9 Press 4 gt or use the numeric keypad 0 9 o000 to select a preset number gt The preset number radio frequency and Press TUNER on the remote or adjust waveband will appear SOURCE control on front panel to select Deleting a preset radio station FM TUNER or AM TUNER Press 4 gt or use the numeric keypad 0 9 m z Press and hold I until PRESET DELETED to select a preset number to begin appears Ifyou use j 4 4 PPI on the front panel for The current preset radio station will be LI preset tuning make sure the system is in preset deleted and the next available preset radio tuning mode If not press TUNING station will take its place PRESET will appear on the display panel gt All other preset radio stations with higher Press and hold PROGRAM or PROG on the numbers will decrease by one front panel until ALTO appears gt If a radio station is stored in one of the presets the same radio station will not store under another preset number gt If no preset number is selected automatic preset will begin from preset 1 and all your former presets will be overridden 35 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Engt 35 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 E HEN T Timer Operations Setting the timer The system can switch on to DISC or TUNER mode automatically at a preset time serving as an alarm to wake you up IMPORTANT Before sett
25. All the sound control features are available for selection Refer to the owner s manual of the connected equipment for details Using the remote to operate your television Press TVIAV Press 144 gt or use the numeric keypad 0 9 to select the TV s channel Press TV VOL to adjust the TV s volume level Press 5 to turn off your TV 39 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 Troubleshooting 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 please call 1 800 531 0039 for help Problem Solution No power 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 display No sound or distorted sound The DVD system does not work 40 pg 001 044_MX39 37 Eng1 40 Check if the AC power cord is properly connected Press the STANDBY ON on the front of the DVD system to turn on the power Refer to your T V s manual for correct Video In channel selection Change the TV channel until you see the DVD screen see page 19 Press DISC on the remote
26. DVDVIDEO DIGITAL SURROUND SYSTEM MX3900D MX3950D Need help Call us Philips representatives are ready to help you with your Warranty any questions about your new product We can guide you Registration Card through Connections First time Setup or any of the Features within 10 days o We want you to start enjoying your new product right away Q3 CALL US BEFORE YOU CONSIDER RETURNING THE PRODUCT 1 800 531 0039 or Visit us on the web at www philips com MX3950D PHILIPS BE pg 001 044 MX39 37 Engt 1 2 25 03 10 32 3139 115 21993 m Canada English This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communicati Francais Cet appareil num rique n emet pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Class B prescrites dans le R glement sur le Brouillage Radio lectrique dict par le Minist re des Communications du Canada This warning label is located on the rearside and inside this laser product INVISIBLE CAUTION LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation ATTENTION L utilisation des commandes ou r glages ou le
27. EEP repeatedly until OF F appears or press the STANDBY ON button Timer Operations 37 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 Sound and Volume Controls 38 Sound Control IMPORTANT For proper surround sound make sure the speakers and subwoofer are connected see page 11 Selecting surround sound Press SURROUND SURR to select MULTI channel 3D SOUND or STEREO gt The availability of the various surround sound modes depends on the number of speakers used and the sound available on the disc gt The center and surround speakers operate only when the DVD home cinema system is set to Multi channel mode gt The available output modes for Multi channel include Dolby Digital DTS Digital Theater Systems Surround Dolby Surround and Dolby Pro Logic gt Stereo broadcasts or recordings will produce some surround channel effects when played in a surround mode However monaural single channel sound sources will not produce any sound from the surround speakers Note You are not able to select the surround sound mode if the system menu menu bar is turned on Turning on off clear voice effect You can enhance the center and surround sound outputs by activating the clear voice sound feature if you have selected Multi channel as the surround mode Press VOICE on the remote to select CLEAR Inr Fm V LILL LIN gt To turn off the setting press VOICE again to select C
28. LEAR VOICE OFF Changing subwoofer volume level Press SUB on the remote to adjust subwoofer volume level 6dB to 6dB Adjusting Bass Treble level The BASS low tone and TREBLE high tone features enable you to define the sound processor settings Press BASS or TREBLE gt The level indicator appears Within five seconds use the WOLUME control pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 38 to adjust the Bass or Treble level 3 to 3 gt If the volume control is not used within five seconds it will resume its normal volume control function Selecting digital sound effects Select a preset digital sound effects that matches your disc s content or that optimizes the sound of the musical style you are playing Press SOUND on the remote When playing movie discs or while in TV AV mode you can select CONCERT DRAMA ACTION or SCI FI When playing music discs or while in TUNER or AUX DI mode you can select ROCK DIGITAL CLASSIC or JAZZ Volume control Adjust VOLUME control or press VOL on the remote to increase or decrease the volume level VOL MIN is the minimum volume level and VUL is the maximum volume level To listen through the headphones Connect the headphones plug to the 4 socket at the front of the DVD system gt The speakers will be muted To turn off the volume temporarily Press MUTE on the remote gt Playback will continue
29. NU Enters or exits disc contents menu see page 23 For VCD version 2 0 only In stop mode turns on off playback control PBC mode During playback returns to main menu 8 SOUND Selects a sound effect see page 38 6 Numeric Keypad 0 9 Enters a track title number of the disc Enters a number of a preset radio station Switches to Eco Power standby mode see page 39 Switches to standby mode see page 39 Press and hold the button for more than two seconds pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 17 17 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T Getting Started Step 1 Inserting batteries into Step 2 Setting the clock the remote control The clock can be set in either 12 hour or 24 hour mode 12 00 AM or 0 00 for example buttons on DVD system s front panel display panel CLOCK TIMER o SELECT CLOCK OR o Open the battery compartment Insert two batteries type R06 or AA following the indications inside the compartment Close the cover Using the remote control to operate O o the system o O 0 0 i Aim the remote control directly Press STANDBY ON to switch on the DVD at the remote sensor iR on the System front panel Press and hold CLOCK TIMER until Select the source you wish to SELECT CLOCK OR TIMER appears control by pressing one of the 2 3 di 5 JW Press BP if necessary to chan
30. URCE control until DT GL X appears on the display panel or press DISC MEDIA on the remote Turn on the TV and set to the correct video in channel You should see the blue Philips DVD background screen on the TV gt Usually this channel is between the lowest and highest channels and may be called FRONT AN IN or VIDEO See your TV manual for more details gt Or you may go to channel 1 on your TV then press the Channel down button repeatedly until you see the Video In channel gt Or the TV remote control may have a button or switch that chooses different video modes gt Or set the TV to channel 3 or 4 if you are using an RF modulator Changing the NTSC PAL setting via the remote control Press DISC MEDIA on the remote to enter disc mode gt Make sure no or picture Kodak JPEG disc is in disc tray 1 gt Wait until the system finishes reading the discs before proceeding to next step If playback begins press Il to stop playback Press and hold DISC MEDIA on the remote until PAL or NTSC appears on the display panel gt To change the setting repeat step 9 SL Getting Started Selecting the color system that corresponds to your TV This DVD system is compatible with both NTSC and PAL In order for a DVD to play on this DVD system the color system of the DVD the TV and the DVD system should match In disc mode stop playback and press SYSTEM MENU
31. arch speed Selecting next disc Press DISC SKIP gt The selected disc will play once then stop Stopping playback Press BM Resuming playback from the last stopped point DVD VCD In stop mode and when the disc has not been ejected press I To cancel the resume mode In stop mode press again Notes Opening the current disc tray or selecting another disc tray will cancel the resume feature Resume option may not be available on some discs Replacing discs without interrupting playback Press OPEN CLOSE amp buttons of the inactive disc trays For example if currently disc tray 1 is playing you can replace the discs on disc trays 2 5 23 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 8 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 24 Disc Operations Selecting various repeat functions Repeat play mode While playing a disc press REPEAT to select REPEAT CHAPTER DVD to repeat playback of the current chapter REPEAT ALBUM MP3 to repeat playback of the current album REPEAT TRACK TITLE to repeat playback of the current track title REPEAT DISC CD VCD SVCD to repeat playback of the current disc or the programmed tracks if the program mode is active REPEAT ALL CD VCD SVCD to repeat playback of all available discs or the programmed tracks REPEAT OFF to cancel the repeat mode Notes Repeat play might not work cor
32. ations You can store up to 40 preset radio stations in the memory starting from FM and followed by AM bands Notes The system will exit presetting mode if no button is pressed within 20 seconds If no stereo frequency is detected during Plug and Play CHECK ANTENNA appears Using the Plug and Play Plug and Play allows you to store all available radio stations automatically Pil PLAY PAUSE PRESS PLAY Connect the system to the power supply AUTO INSTALL PRESS PLAH appears OR In Eco Power standby standby mode press and hold the front panel until AUTO INSTALL PRESS PLAH appears Press gt I on the front panel to start installation 3 INSTALL TUNER appears gt All previously stored radio stations will be replaced Once completed the last tuned radio station will play 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T Tuner Operations Automatic presetting Manual presetting You can start the automatic presetting from a You can choose to store only your favorite radio selected preset number stations n tuner mode press PROGRAM or PROG on the front panel o Press 4 gt or use the numeric keypad 0 9 to select a preset number e o Press 1 4 BB on the remote to select a radio station Press PROGRAM again to store Selecting a preset radio station 06006
33. disc playback The exception is when you enter SETUP MENU after which the playback will pause DE emp mm In disc mode press SYSTEM MENU gt The menu bar will appear across the top of the TV screen 1 023 wv b jus 22 4 EXE mM Use the joystick 4 gt A Y on the remote to navigate in the menu gt Press lt P to move through the menu bar gt Press W to enter the selection If there are multiple choices available press W repeatedly to select Press OK to confirm the selection Playback will resume or begin automatically To remove the menu Press SYSTEM MENU IMPORTANT Some operations may be different or restricted depending on the disc format Refer to the jacket or case of the disc you are playing Changing the Subtitle Language and Audio Language from the menu bar will only apply to the current disc it will not change the default preset pg 001 044_MX39 37 Eng1 27 DVD Menu Options SUBTITLE Select a subtitle language available on the DVD AUDIO DVD Select an audio soundtrack language available on the DVD VCD Select audio channels LEFT VOCAL RIGHT VOCAL MONO LEFT MONO RIGHT or STEREO SLOW MOTION Select a slow playback speed The volume will be muted To resume normal playback press IM DVD SF x2 SF x4 SF x8 SR x2 SR x4 SR x8 VCD SF x1 SF x2 SF x3 SF Slow Forward SR Slow Rerverse FAST
34. ed on On the DVD system AUTO INSTALL PRESS PLAY may appear on the display panel Press on the front panel to store all available radio stations or press W to exit see page 34 Tuner Operations vs INSTALL PRESS PLAY vun fs 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 Connections optional Connecting a VCR or Connecting digital audio Cable Satellite Box equipment for example CD Recorder Viewing and listening to the playback Listening to the playback Connect the VCR or Cable Satellite Box to the Connect the DVD system s DIGITAL IN jack TV as shown to the DIGITAL OUT jack on a digital audio device Connect the DVD system s AUX IN RIL mal jacks to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR or Before starting operation press AUX DI on cable satellite box the remote to select IN in order to 1 activate the input source Before starting operation press AUX DI on up vorn s the remote to select ALIX in order to activate Recording digital the input source Connect the DVD system s DIGITAL OUT Recording DVDs jack to the DIGITAL IN jack on a digital Some DVDs are copy protected You cannot recording device DTS Digital Theater System record or dub protected discs using a VCR compatible with a Dolby Digital decoder for example Connect the DVD system s CVBS jack to the Before start
35. ese For Customer Use Enter below the Serial No which is locat LI safety symbols ed on the rear of the cabinet Retain this information for future reference CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Model No DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS Serial No INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO GUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL cates uninsulated material FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO within your unit may cause NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO an electrical shock For the safety of RAIN OR MOISTURE everyone in your household please do ROBORE oue avec CAUTION To prevent electric The exclamation point calls shock match wide blade of plug to attention to features for wide slot and fully insert which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems This bolt of lightning indi WARNING PREVENT 5097 pg 001 044_MX39 37 Eng1 4 2 25 03 10 32 AM 3139 115 21993 m PHILIPS Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the family Dear Philips product owner Thank you for your confidence in Philips You ve selected one of the best built best backed products available today And we ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come As a member of the Philips family you re entitled to protection by o
36. ge the display source select buttons on the 5 i 1 to then press CLOCK TIMER again remote control for example TVIAV TUNER P 1 Ties selectthe desired function CDD 4 ress Ha a gt to set the minutes and hours To increase the speed hold down 9 or for example gt lt lt PP usen CS G5 gt The changes in minutes will roll over to the Lud hours ROE lt s O Press PROG to change between 12 hour and 24 hour clock mode 2 4 Press CLOCK TIMER again to store the CAUTION setting Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the remote is not to be used for a long time Do not use old and new or different types of batteries in combination Batteries contain chemical substances so they should be disposed of properly gt The clock will start working To view the clock time in any active mode Pres CLOCK TIMER gt The clock will display for a few seconds Notes If the DVD system is disconnected from the power supply it will erase the clock setting If you do not press any buttons within 90 seconds the system will exit clock setting mode 18 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 18 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 19 Step3 Setting the TV IMPORTANT Make sure you have completed all the necessary connections See pages 12 13 Connecting TV Adjust SO
37. iler or contact Philips for details on RF modulator availability and operations Using an accessory RF modulator Use the composite video cable yellow to connect the DVD system s CVBS 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 Set the P SCAN switch to OFF 13 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T Connections Step 4 Connecting FM AM antennas FM antenna fix the cla into the slot SPEAKER SYSTEMS 401 WOOFER SURROUND CENTER FRONT 2 2 sus Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the AM jack Place the AM loop antenna on a shelf or attach it to a stand or wall s Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM jack Extend the FM antenna and fix its ends to the wall amp For better FM stereo reception connect an external FM antenna not supplied AM E FM ANTENNA Notes Adjust the position of the antennas for optimal reception Position the antennas as far as possible from your TV VCR or other radiation source to prevent unwanted interference 14 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 14 Step 5 Connecting the power cord Power Outlet After everything is connected properly plug in the AC power cord to the power outlet Never make or change any connections with the power switch
38. ing operation set the DIGITAL VIDEO IN jack on the VCR OUTPUT according to the audio connection Connect the DVD system s LINE OUT R L See page 30 Setting the digital output jacks to the AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR This will allow you to make analog stereo two channel right and left recordings Notes Some DVDs are copy protected You cannot record the disc through a VCR or digital recording To view DVD playback while recording device you must connect the DVD system to your TV Always refer to the owner s manual of the other using the S VIDEO as shown above or the equipment for complete connection and usage Component Pr Pb Y video connection details 15 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 B pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 15 EET T a Functional Overview illustrations on page 3 Main unit and remote control STANDBY ON Switches to Eco Power standby mode or turns on the system see page 39 Switches to standby mode see page 39 2 Disc trays 1 5 3 OPEN CLOSE A DISC1 5 the individual disc tray 0 iR SENSOR Point the remote control towards this sensor 5 Speaker display panel System display panel TUNING Switches between frequency tuning and preset tuning mode see pages 34 35 9 PROG PROGRAM DISC starts programming see pages 22 23 TUNER starts automatic manual preset programming
39. ing the timer ensure that the clock is set correctly The volume of the timer will increase gradually to the last tuned volume level If the last tuned volume level is too low the set will then increase to a predetermined minimum audible level buttons on front panel o DVD system s display panel e Press STANDBY ON to switch on the DVD system Press and hold CLOCK TIMER until SELECT CLOCK GR TIMER appears Press BPI if necessary to change the display to TIMER then press CLOCK TIMER again to confirm o Adjust SOURCE or press DISC MEDIA or TUNER on the remote to select the wake up source DISC or TUNER Press Ha a to set the wake up time minutes and hours To increase the speed hold down Hii or gt The changes in minutes will roll over to the hours 36 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 36 Press CLOCK TIMER again to store the setting gt Once the timer is set it will always switch on unless you deactivate it gt G icon will remain on the display panel It indicates the timer is activated Atthe preset time the selected sound source will play for 30 minutes before it switches to Eco Power standby mode if no button is being pressed within the time frame gt DISC the first track of the last selected disc will be played If the last selected disc tray is empty it will switch to the next available disc If all the disc trays are not available it
40. isc menu if available will appear on the TV Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter your choice PROGRAM Stop playback then select this to enter the program menu see page 25 Using the menu bar to program 27 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T 1 DVD Menu Options Using the Setup Menu This DVD setup is carried out via the TV The format you select must be available on the enabling you to customize the DVD system to disc If it is not the setting for TV Shape will not suit your particular requirements affect the picture during playback Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select TV Shape 4 3 panscan 4 3 letterbox 16 9 In disc mode press SYSTEM MENU gt Playback will pause Select and press to enter the setup menu Then press A V to select one of the setup menu options and press to 4 3 panscan PEE 21 04 enter the menu Selectthisifyouhavea e conventional TV and your DVD is not formatted for wide screen viewing A wide picture will display Picture Setup on the whole TV screen with a portion automatically cut off q Sound Setup 4 3 letterbox LI 8 Language Setup Select this if you have a conventional and your K 4 Feature Setup DVD is formatted for wide screen viewing Black bars Use the joystick 4 A on the remote to appear on the upper and lower po
41. ive warranty ser vice A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase WHAT IS COVERED Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product For one year thereafter all parts will be repaired or replaced and labor is free After one year from the day of purchase you pay for the replacement or repair of all parts and for all labor charges All parts including repaired and replaced parts are covered only for the original warranty period When the warranty on the product expires the warranty on all replaced and repaired parts also expires WHAT IS EXCLUDED Your warranty does not cover labor charges for installation or setup of the product adjustment of customer controls on the product and installation or repair of antenna systems outside of the product product repair and or part replacement because of misuse accident unauthorized repair or other cause not within the control of Philips reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or antenna systems outside the unit a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the coun try for which it was designed manufactured approved and or authorized or repair of products damaged by these modifications incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product Some states do not allow the exclusion of inci dental or consequential damages so the abo
42. justing Bass Treble level Selecting digital sound effects Vole Control sisstsisscscstascsssisnessnnsississinsnsiaiosinndss Other Functions Switching OP OFF tiat 39 Switching to active mode 39 Switching to Eco Power standby mode 39 Switching to standby mode view clock 39 Dimming system s display screen Recording to an external device Using the remote to operate your television 39 Troubleshooting 40 41 Specifications 42 Glossary entitas 43 Limited Warranty 44 Contents 2 25 03 10 35 AM 3139 115 21993 1131 General Information Supplied accessories CEDA 5 GD Speaker cables Subwoofer cable Audio cable white red Composite video cable yellow 22 Component video cables red blue green FM wire antenna AM loop antenna Remote Control and two AA batteries AC power cable Brackets and screws 10 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng 10 Care and safety information Avoid high temperatures moisture water and dust Do not expose the system 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 getting dust on the lens Avoid condensation problem The lens may cloud over when the player is suddenly moved from cold to
43. n gt If you choose Personal the speaker output will follow the settings in the Speakers menu See next page Setting the speakers channels To remove the menu Press SYSTEM MENU pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 20 S Changing seating control position Normally the best sound spot and the ideal setting position is in the middle of the room With this SEATING feature it allows you to select the current seating position in the room and the speaker setting will automatically be adjusted for optimum performance 0 amp vol SEATING 9 O0 TOX Press SURR or SURROUND on the front panel repeatedly to select Multi channel Press SEATING gt The seating control diagram which represents your current speaker layout appears on the TV screen To change the speaker layout see Selecting speaker layout Use the joystick lt gt A V on the remote or VOLUME control on the front panel to select your current seating position gt During playback you can hear the changing of sound effect when you change the seating position gt If you do not press any buttons within five seconds the seating control diagram will exit from the TV and the system will execute the last selected seating position If you want to remove the seating control feature press SEATING twice PERSONAL SETTING appears and the system will revert to the personal speaker se
44. ne of the most comprehensive warranties and outstanding service networks in the industry What s more your purchase guarantees you ll receive all the information and special offers for which you qualify plus easy access to accessories from our convenient home shopping network And most importantly you can count on our uncompromising commitment to your total satisfaction All of this is our way of saying welcome and thanks for investing in Philips product Sincerely 22 24 Lawrence Blanford President and Chief Executive Officer P S Remember to get the most from your Philips product you must return your Warranty Registration Card within 10 days So please mail it to us right now pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 5 2 25 03 10 34 AM 3139 115 21993 e IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions Keep these instructions 1 2 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 2 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one Plug AC Polarized
45. non respect des proc dures ci incluses peuvent se traduire par une exposition dangereuse l irradiation ATENCI N El uso de mando o ajustes o la ejecucci n de m todos que no sean los aqu descritos puede ocasionar peligro de exposici n a radiaci n e INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DANGER ob DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM VARO AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINANAKYMATTOMAALLE LASERSATEILYLLE ALA KATSO SATEESEEN VARNING LASERSTRALNING NAR DENNA DEL AR PPNAD OCH SPARREN AR URKOPPLAD BETRAKTA E STR LEN or DANGER Invisible laser radiation when open AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM 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 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished Works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems inc US Pat No 5 451 942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Sy
46. ntil AUTO ECO DN appears AUTO ECO ON gt To turn off the setting repeat step until AUTO ECO OFF appears Using the Disc Menu Depending on the disc a menu may appear on the TV screen once you load in the disc To select a playback feature or item Use the joystick lt gt A or numeric keypad 0 9 on the remote then press H or OK to start playback To access or remove the menu Press DISC MENU on the remote For VCD with Playback Control PBC feature version 2 0 only n stop mode press DISC MENU to toggle between PBC and PBC OFF then the playback will start automatically 7 If you select PBC ON the disc menu if available will appear on the TV Use the Joystick lt gt AY to highlight your selection and press OK to confirm or use the numeric keypad 0 9 to select a play option During playback pressing DISC MENU will return to the menu screen if PBC is on pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 23 11 Disc Operations Basic playback controls Pausing playback Press IM gt To resume normal playback press IM again Selecting another track chapter Press 1 4 or use the numeric keypad 0 9 to key in a track chapter number Searching backward forward Press and hold 1 then press 9 M to resume normal playback gt While searching pressing and holding lt q again will increase the se
47. odes You can find the region code of your unit by looking on 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 the luminance and the color You can use S Video only if your TV has S video In jack Sampling Frequency Frequency of sampling data when analog data is converted to digital data Sampling frequency numerically represents how many time the original analog signal is sampled per second Seating control It gives the user a perfect sound and movie experience anywhere in the room providing maximum flexibility and real total immersion because the user can choose their preferred seat Surround A system for creating 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 a TV 43 2 25 03 9 59 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T 1 111 pg 001 044_MX39 37 Eng1 44 LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIO SYSTEM One Year Free Labor One Year Free Service on Parts This product must be carried in for repair WHO IS COVERED You must have proof of purchase to rece
48. of the surround sound Component Video Out Jacks Jacks on the back of the DVD System that send high quality video to a TV that has Component Video In jacks R G B Y Pb Pr ete Disc menu A screen display prepared for allowing selection of images sounds 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 DTS Digital Theater Systems This is a surround sound system but it is different from Dolby Digital The formats were developed by different companies 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 MP3 is the abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 or MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3 By using MP3 format one CD R or CD RW can contain about 10 times as much data volume as a regular CD can Glossary Multichannel DVD is specified to have each sound rack constitute one sound field Multichannel refers to
49. pproximately 45 degrees from the listening position Place the center speaker above the TV or the DVD system so that the center channel s sound s localized Place the surround speakers at normal listening ear level facing each other or mounted on the wall Place the subwoofer on the floor near the TV Notes To avoid magnetic interference do not position the front speakers too close to your TV Allow adequate ventilation around the DVD system pg 001 044_MX39 37 Eng1 11 Connections Step 2 Connecting speakers and subwoofer Fron Righ Center zz 5 A SPEAKER SYS E Connect the supplied speaker systems using the supplied speaker cables by matching the colors of the jacks and speaker cables Fully insert the stripped portion of the speaker wire into the jacks Front Left FL L back white FroneRighe FR R red Gewerbe aren Surround Left SL black blue Surround Right SR black gray Subwoofer SUB Black purple Notes Ensure that the speaker cables are correctly connected Improper connections may damage the system due to short circuit Do not connect more than one speaker to any one pair of speaker jacks Do not connect speakers with an impedance lower than the speakers supplied Please refer to the SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual 11 2 25 03
50. r the program Stop playback then press and hold MI 25 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 Disc Operations e e Playing MP3 Picture disc Kodak JPEG IMPORTANT You have to turn on your TV and set to the correct Video In channel See page 19 Setting the Load an MP3 Picture Kodak JPEG disc gt The disc reading time may exceed 30 seconds due to the complexity of the directory file configuration Playback will start automatically gt With picture discs 9 thumbnail pictures will appear on the TV Press M to start the slide show playback gt With discs a list of albums titles menu will appear on the TV example for MP3 disc menu Title Title Name 1 Artist Unknown E Root BIG HITS E FATPOPHI EH HOTREEA M Tv Music ES NOWTHAT Title Name 1 14 aps Title Name 2 15 aes Title Name 3 16 ues Title Name 4 17 a5 Title Name 5 18 example for 9 thumbnail pictures display A B C D E F G H During playback you can Press 1 4 gt gt to select another title picture in the current folder Use the joystick 49 A on the remote to rotate flip the picture files Press to pause resume playback To stop playback press BI 26 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 26 1 e o In stop mode you can Use the joystick 4 gt A W on the remote to move within the men
51. rectly with some DVDs For VCD if the PBC mode is switched on repeat play is not possible Repeating a section within a chapter track While playing a disc press REPEAT at the starting point Press REPEAT A B again at the point to end the section gt The section A and B can be set only within the same chapter track gt The section will now repeat continuously Press REPEAT A B again to resume normal playback 24 Program favorite tracks audio CDs and VCDs You can play the contents of the disc in the order you want by programming the order of the tracks to be played Up to 99 tracks can be stored ON MEDIA Press DISC SKIP repeatedly to select a disc tray containing audio CD or VCD gt Wait until the system finishes reading the discs before proceeding to next step When the playback begins press to stop playback Press PROGRAM to enter program mode PROGRAM FULL will appear if you have programmed 99 tracks uv vn XX number of programmed tracks 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 HEEL Press lt 4 then use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter the disc number IISC X appears Press BP then use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter the track number gt TRACK X appears Press OK to store the track 9 Repeat steps to select other discs and
52. rt playback Insert a readable disc with the playback side facing down see page 22 Check the disc type color system and region code see page 22 Check for any scratches or smudges on the disc Press SYSTEM SETUP to turn off the setup menu screen Change the rating level see page 32 Moisture has condensed inside the system Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour Cannot activate some features such as Angles features may not be available on the DVD Subtitles or multi language Audio Changing the language for the sound or subtitle is prohibited on the DVD There is no sound from the center and Make sure the center and surround speakers are surround speakers connected correctly see page 11 Press SURROUND button to select a correct surround sound setting see page 38 Make sure the source you are playing is recorded or broadcast in surround sound DTS Dolby Digital etc Radio reception is poor Ifthe signal is too weak adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception Increase the distance between the system and your TV or VCR Tune in to the correct frequency LI Place the antenna farther away from any equipment that may be causing the noise The remote control does not function Select the source DISC or TUNER for example properly before pressing the function button gt H ma a
53. rtions of the navigate in the menu TV screen Press OK to confirm your selection 16 9 gt Playback will resume or begin automatically Select this if you have a wide screen TV you must To remove the menu also set your wide screen Press SYSTEM MENU TV to full size NOTE Some of the features in the Setup Menu are described in Getting Started 28 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 28 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 B pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 29 Setting the video output Set the Video Output according to your video connection Stop playback then follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select Video Output x Video Output S Video Scart Pr Pb Y S Video Select this if you have connected the DVD system to your TV using the S Video jack Scart Pr Pb Y Select this if you have connected the DVD system to your TV using component video jacks SCART this feature is not available for this model Note You do not need to adjust the video output setting if you are using CVBS jack yellow to connect the DVD system to your TV Screen Saver turning on off Follow the steps of Using the Setup Menu and select Screen saver ae zz ERI Ud 3 it Screen Saver iim Off Select this to disable the screen saver function On Select this if you wish to dim the TV screen when disc playback is stopped or paused for more than five
54. sponding Component video input jacks or labeled as Pr Cr Pb Cb Y or YUV on the TV To hear the TV channels through this DVD system use the audio cables white red to connect TV IN L R jacks to the corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV If you are using a Progressive Scan TV TV must indicate Progressive Scan or ProScan capability set the P SCAN switch to Otherwise set it to OFF 2 25 03 10 28 AM 3139 115 21993 WOOFER SURROUND CENTER FRONT IMPORTANT If the picture is distorted check the Video Output setting Make sure it is set to S Video see page 29 Using S Video jack Use the S video cable not supplied to connect the DVD system s S VIDEO OUT jack to the S Video input jack or labeled as Y C or S VHS on the TV To hear the TV channels through this DVD system use the audio cables white red to connect TV IN L R jacks to the corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV Set the P SCAN switch to OFF Connections RF coaxial cable to TV o Back of RF Modulator example only Antenna e pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 13 Cable TV signal IMPORTANT If your TV only has a single Antenna In jack or labeled as 75 ohm or RF In you will need an RF modulator in order to view the DVD playback on the TV See your electronics reta
55. stems Inc 1996 Digital only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 2 2 25 03 10 32 AM 3139 115 21993 09 99 5 53 6 0006 8 008 9 OO 09 B p A Cierto 00098 is 2 i 2232 1222222 Goog gG ogeemoc PHILIPS eee 2 25 03 10 32 AM 3139 115 21993 pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you re entitled to e Once your Philips purchase is registered So complete and return the Warranty youre eligible to receive all the privileges Registration Card enclosed with your of owning a Philips product purchase at once and take advantage of these important benefits e Warranty Owner Model Verification Confirmation Registration Registering your product Your completed Warranty Returning your Warranty within 10 days confirms Registration Card serves Registration Card right your right to maximum as verification of owner away guarantees you ll protection under the ship in the event of prod receive all the information terms and conditions of uct theft or loss and special offers which your Philips warranty you qualify for as the owner of your model Know th
56. tteries when the unit is not used for a long time EL 6475 E004 02 8 Class Il equipment symbol lal This symbol indicates that the unit has a double insulation system pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 6 2 25 03 10 34 AM 3139 115 21993 EET T Index English ee eene nnne euren 8 2 Francais 48 Espa ol 88 n Environmental information This system complies with the FCC rules All unnecessary packaging has been omitted We Part 15 and with 21 CFR 1040 10 have tried to make the packaging easy to Operation is subject to the following two separate into three materials cardboard box conditions polystyrene foam buffer and polyethylene bags This device may not cause harmful protective foam sheet interference and This device must accept any Your system consists of materials which can be interference received including recycled and reused if disassembled by a interference that may cause undesired specialized company Please observe the local operation regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials exhausted batteries and old equipment pg 001 044 MX39 37 Engt 7 2 25 03 10 34 AM 3139 115 21993 m 41 Contents e General Information Supplied accessories cci Care and safety information
57. tting language preference You can select your preferred language settings so that this DVD system will automatically switch to the language for you whenever you load a disc If the language selected is not available on the disc the disc s default setting language will be used instead Except the DVD system s Menu Language it will remain once selected A Menu Language English Francais Diss Mens In disc mode stop playback and press SYSTEM MENU Select fl icon and press V Use the joystick 4 gt A on the remote to navigate in the menu Move to gt and press Move to Menu Language and press P Select a language and press OK Use the joystick 4 gt A Y on the remote to navigate in the menu Move to m and press Move to one of the following and press Audio Language disc s soundtrack Subtitle disc s subtitles Disc Menu discs menu Select a language and press OK Repeat steps for other settings To remove the menu Press SYSTEM MENU 21 2 25 03 9 57 AM 3139 115 21993 HEN pg 001 044_MX39 37 Eng1 22 Disc Operations 22 IMPORTANT DVD discs and players are designed with regional restrictions Before playing a disc make sure the disc is for the same zone as your player Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD some operations may be different or restricted Do not push on the disc tray or put
58. ttings 2 25 03 10 29 AM 3139 115 21993 1 EET T pg 001 044 MX39 37 Eng1 21 Setting the speakers channels You can adjust the delay times center and surround only and volume level for individual speakers These adjustments let you optimize the sound according to your surroundings and setup Speaker settings are only active on Multi channel audio outputs e P Personal setting Front L amp R Center 5 SurrL amp R Sub Woofer OK to exit 0 8 Press SURR or SURROUND on th front panel repeatedly to select Multi channel In disc mode press SYSTEM MENU select fl icon and press V Use the joystick 4 gt A on the remote to navigate in the menu Move to and press Move to Speakers and press P Press A V to select Front L amp R Center Surr L amp R Sub Woofer then press to enter the speaker setting menu gt The test tone will be automatically generated Use A Y to adjust the settings for each speaker to suit your surround sound needs These adjustments may include Turning on off the sound output Delay time settings use the longer delay settings when the surround speakers are closer to the listener than the front speakers Adjusting the volume levels for one or both speakers until the sound evens Press OK to confirm To remove the menu Press SYSTEM MENU Getting Started Step 5 Se
59. tup menu to the original factory setting except for your Parental Control password 31 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 HEN T DVD Menu Options Use the numeric keypad 0 9 to enter Control 1234 default password when you are asked to enter the four digit password You will have to enter the same code exactly twice gt To change the password see page 33 Changing the password only available in region 1 players 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 Selecta rating level and press OK and are country dependent You can prohibit 2 DVDs that are rated above the level you the playing of certain discs that are not suitable selected willinot play unless you enter ygurtour for your children or have certain discs played digit Password andl choose a higher Evel jud To disable Parental Controls and have all discs with alternative scenes play choose NO PARENTAL gt Parental Control o NO PARENTAL Press SYSTEM MENU again to remove the menu Rating explanations NO PARENTAL It will play all discs 8ADULT Mature material should be viewed only by adults due to graphic sexual material violence or language y 4 Parental Control q 7 NC 17 No children under age 17 not recommended viewing for children
60. u and press OK to select the desired file to play In picture menu you can use the joystick lt gt A to select Mid or BPI in the menu to view the previous next page if available Notes Due to the recording nature of Digital Audio MP3 DAM only digital audio music will play t is normal to experience an occasional skip while listening to your MP3 discs Some files on Kodak or JPEG discs may be distorted during playback due to the configuration and characteristics of the disc Program MP3 disc E Y Stop playback then press SYSTEM MENU gt The menu bar will appear across the top of the screen Use the joystick 4 gt to select and press V to enter the program menu Use the numeric keypad 0 9 or joystick lt gt A V to select the title number and press Repeat step to select title number Press to stop the programming gt A list of programmed tracks appears Press to start program playback During playback press PROG on the front panel to toggle between program on and off To clear the program Stop playback then press and hold MI Note Repeat function is not possible during MP3 program playback 2 25 03 9 58 AM 3139 115 21993 e HEN T Using the menu bar You can continue a number of operations directly via the multiple menu bars on the TV screen without interrupting the
61. ve exclusion may not apply to you This includes but is not limited to prerecorded material whether copyrighted or not copy righted a product that is used for commercial or institutional purposes WHERE IS SERVICE AVAILABLE Warranty service is available in all countries where the product is officially distributed by Philips In countries where Philips does not distribute the product the local Philips service organization will attempt to provide service although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual s are not readily available MAKE SURE YOU KEEP Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing proof of purchase Attach it to this owner s manual and keep both nearby Also keep the original box and packing material in case you need to return your product BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE Please check your owner s manual for assistance If you have additional questions call us at 1 800 531 0039 TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE IN U S A PUERTO RICO OR U S VIRGIN ISLANDS Take the product to a Philips factory service center see enclosed list or authorized service center for repair When the product has been repaired you must pick up the unit at the center Centers may keep defective parts In U S A Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands all implied warranties including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the duration
62. warm surroundings making it impossible to play a disc Leave the player in the warm environment until the moisture evaporates Do not block the vents Do notoperate the DVD system in an enclosed cabinet and allow about 10 cm 4 inches of free space all around the player for adequate ventilation PHILIPS Fase DVD Home Cinema System d inches Care of disc To clean a CD wipe it in a straight line from the center towards the edge using a soft lint free cloth Do not use Cleaning agents as they may damage the disc Write only on the printed side of a CDR W and only with a soft felt tipped pen Handle the disc by its edge do not touch the surface Care of the cabinet Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Do not use a solution containing alcohol spirits anmonia or abrasives Finding a suitable location Place the player on a flat hard stable surface 23 2 03 2 09 PM 3139 115 21993 Step 1 Placing the speakers and subwoofer Front Speaker Left Center speaker and o Front Speaker DVD system Right N e 4 e Surround Subwoofer Surround Speaker Left Speaker Right For best possible surround sound all the speakers except subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position Place the front left and right speakers at equal distances from the TV and at an angle of a
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