Philips HTS6600 quick start Basic Connections, Placing the speakers, Before you start

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Basic Connections

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Step 1: Placing the speakers

The Philips Home Theatre System is simple to install. However, proper system placement is critical to ensure an optimum sound experience.

Before you start ...

If you wish to mount the speakers on the wall, see chapter ‘Optional Connections - Mounting the speakers on the wall’.

A Place the speakers at the normal listening ear level, equal distance from the TV and face it straight ahead towards the listening area.

B Place the subwoofer at the corner of the room. Otherwise, keep it at least one metre away from the TV.

Helpful Hints:

The placement diagram shown here is only a guideline that provides great system performance. You may fi nd other placement choices that are more suitable for your room layout that provide the sound experience you enjoy.

To avoid magnetic interference, never position the front speakers too close to your TV.

Never place the speakers at an angle as it would reduce the system performance.

For speaker setting, see ‘Getting Started - Setting the speakers’.

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Contents DVD Hometheatre System Important notes for users in the U.K Mains plug How to connect a plugCopyright in the U.K ItaliaEnglish Klass 1 laseraparatDisposal of your old product Nederlands Deutsch Español Français IndexTable of contents Table of contents Accessories supplied Setup precautionsGeneral Information About recyclingMain Unit Remote Control Cursor keys Disc MenuTitle Prev / REW ., Next / FFWUsing the remote control Placing the speakers Basic ConnectionsBefore you start Option 1 Using the Scart socket Connecting to TVOption 2 Connecting to a HDMI- compatible TV Component Video OUT Right Connecting the speakers to subwooferConnecting the subwoofer to the main unit Connecting the FM and AM/MW antennasConnect the cable from the subwoofer’s To Main Unit to the toStandby LED on the main unit lights up Connecting the power cordOptional Connections Connecting to cable box/ satellite receiver and recorder/VCRMounting the main unit on the wall Mounting the speakers on the wall General Setup Page menu appears Finding the correct viewing Setting the speakers ChannelAmbisound Setup and press cursor right key to select Getting StartedSelect Speaker Distance and press cursor right key Cursor right key Press Setup to exit the menuSelect Listening Position and press General Setup Page appears Setting language preferencesOn-screen display OSD language Audio, Subtitle and Menu language for DVD playbackRepeat steps C ~ D for other settings Setting the TV DisplayPan Scan Letter BoxFor Progressive Scan TV only Setting up Progressive Scan featureMessage appears on the TV Confi rm your action by selecting Can start to enjoy the high quality pictureTurning off to low power standby mode Switching to different play sourceAM/MW band Press and hold LEDs brightness on the main unit dims downPlayable discs Disc OperationsPlaying a disc Selecting various repeat/ shuffle functions Basic playback controlsUsing the Disc Menu Other playback features for video discs DVD/VCD/ SvcdProgramming disc tracks Viewing playback information Switching camera anglesAppears on the TV Zooming in/outFor VCDs with Playback Control PBC feature version 2.0 only Setting the delay times for audio playbackFor VCD changing the audio channel Press Audio SyncDisc menu appears on the TV Playing a MP3/ WMA discSupported file format Playing a Jpeg image file slide showPreview function Zoom pictureSelect a track in the menu and press u to start playback Playing a DivX discTo stop simultaneous playback, press Disc Menu followed by Playing from USB flash drive or USB memory card reader Playback USB DevicePlaying from other portable audio player Playback Other Audio PlayerAccessing the setup menu Setup Menu OptionsDisplay Dim OSD Language Screen Saver Sleep Ambisound Setup Disc Lock70% 40%Digital Audio Hdmi AudioAll PCM onlyHdmi Setup TV Display Picture SettingTV Type NtscOff Turn off the progressive scan mode Turn on progressive scan modeComponent Progressive MP3/JPEG Nav ParentalPassword is ‘0000’. To change the password PasswordPress OK to access the change password menu DivX Subtitle DefaultPresetting radio stations Tuning to radio stationsUsing auto install Radio OperationsDeleting a preset radio station Selecting a preset radio stationUsing automatic preset Using manual presetVolume control Sound and Volume ControlsAdjusting the Bass/ Treble level Selecting digital sound effectsInstalling the latest software Other FeaturesNever unplug or turn off this unit during the upgrade When the disc compartment opens, remove the CD-REnglish Problem General TroubleshootingSolution Press STANDBY-ON on the unit to turn on the powerNot able to select some items in the setup/system menu Problem Playback SolutionUnit does not start PlaybackProblem USB/HDMI Solution What happens when I plug in a USB HDD? Frequently Asked Questions USBWhy can’t I rotate the pictures in my device? What types of file does this unit support?Amplifier SpecificationsGlossary Fi le extension ‘WMA’ Glossary
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HTS6600 specifications

The Philips HTS6600 is a formidable home theatre system designed to create an immersive audio-visual experience. This all-in-one solution combines advanced audio technologies with elegant aesthetics, making it a popular choice for home entertainment enthusiasts.

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For the convenience of modern users, the HTS6600 includes the Philips EasyLink feature, which allows control of multiple HDMI CEC devices using a single remote. This simplifies the user experience, making it easier to navigate through different inputs and settings without juggling multiple remotes.

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Overall, the Philips HTS6600 stands out with its combination of sleek design, advanced audio technology, and versatile connectivity options. It provides an excellent solution for those looking to elevate their home entertainment experience, making it a valuable addition to any home cinema setup.