Philips HTB3560 user manual Set up media server software

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Start Windows Media Player on your PC.

you download an application that works best for you. For example,

Windows Media Player 11 or higher for PC

Twonky Media Server for Mac or PC

Enable media sharing of files. For ease of use, we have included the steps for the following applications:

Windows Media Player 11 (see 'Microsoft Windows Media Player 11' on page 21)

Windows Media Player 12 (see 'Microsoft Windows Media Player 12' on page 21)

Twonky Media for Mac (see 'Macintosh OS X Twonky Media (v4.4.2)' on page 22)

Note

•• For additional help on these applications or other media servers, check the user manual of the media server software software.

Set up media server software

To enable media sharing, set up the media server software.

Before you start

• Connect your home theater to a home network (see 'Connect and set up a home network' on page 12). For better video quality, use wired connection whenever possible.

• Connect the computer and other DLNA- compatible devices to the same home network.

• Make sure that your PC firewall allows you to run Media Player programs (or the firewall’s exemption list has the media server software included).

• Switch on your computer and the router.

Microsoft Windows Media Player 11

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2 Click the Library tab, and then select Media Sharing.

3 The first time you select Media Sharing on your PC,a pop-up screen appears. Check the Share my media box and click OK.

»»The Media Sharing screen is displayed.

4 In the Media Sharing screen, make sure that you see a device marked as Unknown Device.

»»If you don't see an unknown device after a minute or so, check that your PC firewall is not blocking the connection.

5 Select the unknown device and click Allow.

»»A green tick appears next to the device.

6 By default,Windows Media Player shares from these folders: My Music, My Pictures, and My Videos. If your files are in other folders, select Library > Add to Library.

»»The Add to Library screen is displayed.

 

• If necessary, select Advanced options

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to display a list of monitored folders.

Select My folders and those of others I

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can access, and then click Add.

Follow the onscreen instructions to add

 

the other folders that contain your media

 

files.

Microsoft Windows Media Player 12

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Start Windows Media Player on your PC.

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In Windows Media Player, click the Stream

 

tab, and then select Turn on media

 

streaming.

 

»»The Media streaming options screen

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is displayed.

Click Turn on media streaming.

 

»»You return to Windows Media Player

4

screen.

Click the Stream tab and select More

 

streaming options.

 

»»The Media streaming options screen

 

is displayed.

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Contents Register your product and get support at Always there to help youContents Risk of electric shock or fire Safety3D health warning Use only microfiber cloth to clean the productCare for your product Care of the environmentConnectors Main unitSource Remote control Front connectorsRear connectors Repeat BackTOP Menu OptionsConnect and set up Follow these general guidelines for speakers placementConnect speakers Option 1 Connect to TV through Hdmi ARC Connect to TVOption 2 Connect to TV through Best quality videoOption 3 Connect to the TV through composite video Connect audio from TV and other devicesOption 1 Connect audio through a digital optical cable Option 2 Connect audio through analog audio cablesSet up EasyLink HDMI-CEC control Set up speakersEnable EasyLink EasyLink controlsConnect and set up a home network Set up the audioSet up the wired network Set up the wireless network Use your home theater Access the home menuDiscs Play buttonsBonus View on Blu-ray Play Blu-ray 3D discBD-Live on Blu-ray Press OK to confirmUSB storage devices Data filesSubtitles VOD code for DivXAudio options Audio, video, and picture optionsVideo options Picture optionsMusical slideshow RadioMP3 player Tuning gridYouTube videos Picasa web albumsBrowse PC through Dlna Smartphone controlView slideshow Control your home theaterSet up media server software Play files from your PC Choose soundSound SurroundSound mode Surround sound modeEqualizer Language settings Change settingsPicture and video settings Audio settingsDisplay settings Parental control settingsEnergy saving settings Speaker settingsRestore default settings Update softwareUpdate software through the Internet Check software versionUpdate software through Update the softwareDownload the latest software Media formats Region codesFile formats Audio formatsAmplifier VideoAudio Radio Remote control batteriesMain unit SubwooferPicture TroubleshootingSound PlaySubtitles on Press OK Cannot read the contents of a USB storage deviceCopyright Wireless network distorted or not foundNetwork Cinavia noticeOpen source software Other U.S. and worldwide patents issuedCompliance Trademarks35 EN Language code HDMI-CEC IndexVCD All rights reserved HTB356012UMV1.0

HTB3560 specifications

The Philips HTB3560 is a home theater sound system that delivers an immersive audio experience, complemented by sleek design and cutting-edge technology. This all-in-one unit is designed for those who seek to enhance their home entertainment systems without compromising on space or style.

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