Philips HTS3555, HTS3544 user manual Connecting to TV, Option 1 Using the Video jack

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Option 1

Option 2

 

DOCK

Step 2: Connecting to TV

This connection enables you to view the video playback from this unit. You only need to choose one of the options below to make the video connection.

For a standard TV, follow option 1 or

2.

For a progressive scan TV, follow option 3.

For a HDMI TV, follow option 4.

For TV with only a single antenna input jack, follow option 5.

Helpful Hints:

It is important to connect this unit directly to the TV in order to enjoy optimum video quality.

To hear the TV channels through this unit, connect the AUDIO IN jacks to the corresponding AUDIO output jacks on the TV using an audio cable. Press TV on the remote control when watching the TV programs.

Option 1: Using the Video jack

Use the supplied composite video cable (yellow) to connect the CVBS jack on the main unit to the video input jack (or labeled as A/V In, Video In, Composite or Baseband) on the TV.

It provides good picture quality.

Option 2: Using the S-Video jack

Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to connect the S-VIDEOjack on the main unit to the S-Video input jack (or labeled as Y/C or S-VHS) on the TV.

It provides excellent picture quality.

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Contents HTS3544 HTS3555 Additional Benefits Product Safety NotificationProof of Purchase Important Safety Instructions Declaration of Conformity EnglishFrançais Environmental information IndexEnglish Español FrançaisTable of contents Table of contents Cleaning discs Setup precautionsAccessories supplied General InformationMain Unit Remote Control PREVí / Next ë Disc MenuTitle Mute %Using the remote control Basic Connections Placing the speakersOption 2 Using the S-Video jack Connecting to TVOption 1 Using the Video jack OptionOption 4 Connecting to a HDMI- compatible TV AM/MW antenna Connecting the FM and AM/MW antennasOption 5 Using an accessory RF modulator AntennaConnecting speakers and subwoofer Helpful HintConnecting the power cord Standby LED on the main unit lights upCable Satellite Box Connecting audio from TVOptional Connections DVD Recorder/VCRFinding the correct viewing channel Switching to different play sourceGetting Started Press DISC/USB, RADIO, DOCK, TV, AUX/DI or MP3 LINE-IN onOn-screen display OSD language Setting language preferencesGeneral Setup Page appears Audio, Subtitle and Menu language for DVD playbackPan Scan Setting the TV DisplayRepeat steps C ~ D for other settings Letter BoxIf no picture is displayed Press OPEN/CLOSE ç Setting up Progressive Scan featureBefore you start Delay and press Setting the speakers’ channelsSetup Press To highlight Speakers Volume and press PressPlaying a disc Disc OperationsPlayable discs Selecting various repeat/ shuffle functions Pausing playbackBasic playback controls Searching backward/forwardTo select a playback feature or item Other playback features for video discs DVD/VCD/ SvcdUsing the Disc Menu To access or remove the menu Press Disc Menu on the remoteUse Switching camera anglesEnglish Viewing playback information Zooming in/outChanging sound track language Playback Control VCD only Setting the delay times for audio playbackFor VCDs with Playback Control PBC feature version 2.0 only For VCD changing the audio channelTrack Digest English Preview function VCD/SVCD onlyPress Disc Menu Disc IntervalIf the disc main menu contains various Playing a MP3/ WMA discDisc menu appears on the TV Preview function Playing a Jpeg image file slide showSupported file format Zoom picturePlayback skips to the time entered Playing a DivX discTo stop simultaneous playback, press Disc Menu followed by Docking station supports the following GoGear/iPod range Playback GoGear/iPodPlaying music from compatible GoGear/iPod devices Preparing the docking stationPlayback USB Device Playing from USB flash drive or USB memory card readerPlayback Other Audio Player Playing from other portable audio playerTo access Setup Menu OptionsAccessing the setup menu Unlock Disc LockLock Display DimHdmi Audio Speakers VolumeSpeakers Delay AllCD Upsampling This feature enables you to convert the music CD to aHigher sampling rate using sophisticated digital signal Processing for better sound qualityMulti Picture SettingTV Type TV Display ProgressiveTurn off closed caption feature Hdmi SetupTurn on closed caption feature Hdmi VideoLast Setting ParentalDisplay Cyrillic fonts Password DivX Subtitle DefaultCyrillic GreekUsing auto install Tuning to radio stationsPresetting radio stations Radio OperationsUsing automatic preset Selecting a preset radio stationDeleting a preset radio station Using manual presetSelecting surround sound Sound and Volume ControlsVolume control Selecting digital sound effectsNever unplug or turn off this unit during the upgrade Other FeaturesInstalling the latest software Specifications AmplifierTroubleshooting Problem General SolutionUnit does not start Problem Playback SolutionNot able to select some items in the setup/system menu PlaybackProblem USB/HDMI/DOCK Solution Why can’t I rotate the pictures in my device? Frequently Asked Questions USBWhat happens when I plug in a USB HDD? What types of file does this unit support?Glossary Glossary Fi le extension ‘WMA.’Philips Limited Warranty ONE 1 Year English

HTS3544, HTS3555 specifications

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