Philips HTS3555, HTS3544 user manual Troubleshooting, Problem General Solution

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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, fi rst check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following these instructions, consult your dealer or Philips for help.

Problem (General)

 

Solution

No power.

Press STANDBY-ON on the unit to turn on the

 

 

power.

 

Make sure the mains cord is properly connected and

 

 

the AC outlet has power.

No picture.

Refer to your TVs manual for correct Video In

 

 

channel selection. Change the TV channel until you

 

 

see the DVD screen.

Press DISC/USB to select disc mode.

If this happens when you turn on the progressive scan feature or change the HDMI video setting, wait for 15 seconds for the auto recovery or switch back to the default mode as below:

1)Press OPEN/CLOSE ç.

 

 

2)

Press on the remote control.

 

 

3)

Press AUDIO on the remote control.

Completely distorted picture

Check the video connection.

or black/white picture.

Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may

 

 

appear. This is not a malfunction.

 

The disc is dirty. Clean the disc.

No sound or distorted sound.

No surround sound effect from the speakers.

Adjust the volume.

Check the speaker connections and settings.

Make sure that the audio cables are connected and press SOURCE to select the correct input source (for example, TV or AUX/DI) to choose the device that you want to hear through this unit.

Press SURROUND to select a correct surround sound setting.

Make sure that the source you are playing is recorded or broadcast in surround sound (DTS, Dolby Digital, etc.).

The remote control does not function properly.

Select the source you want to play (for example,

DISC/USB or RADIO) before pressing the function button ( , í / ë.)

Reduce the distance between the remote control and this unit.

Batteries are weak, replace the batteries.

Point the remote control directly toward the IR sensor.

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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

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