Philips FW-D550 manual Troubleshooting, Problem 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, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center.

Problem

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

No power.

–

Check if the AC power cord is properly

 

 

 

connected.

 

 

 

 

 

“UNREADBLE DISC” is displayed.

–

Check if the disc is inserted upside down.

 

 

– Wait until the moisture condensed at the lens

 

 

 

has cleared.

 

 

– Replace or clean the disc, see “Maintenance”.

 

 

– Use a readable disc or correctly recorded format

 

 

 

MP3-CD.

 

 

 

 

 

No picture.

–

Select the appropriate video input mode on the

 

 

 

TV set.

 

 

– Check if the TV set is switched on.

 

 

– Check the video connection.

 

 

– Check if the system is securely connected.

 

 

 

 

 

Distorted or poor picture.

–

Sometimes a slight picture distortion may appear.

 

 

 

This is not a malfunction.

 

 

–

Clean the disc.

 

 

– Connect the system to the S-video input of your

 

 

 

TV set.

 

 

 

 

 

The aspect ratio of the screen

–

The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD disc.

 

cannot be changed even though

–

The aspect ratio may not be changed for some

 

you have set the TV shape.

 

TV systems.

 

 

 

 

 

The DVD player does not

–

Insert a readable disc.

 

start playback.

–

Check the disc type, color system and region

 

 

 

code.

 

 

–

Clean the disc.

 

 

– Place the disc with the playback side down.

 

 

– Press SYSTEM MENU to turn off the setup

 

 

 

menu.

 

 

– Cancel the parental control rating function or

 

 

 

change the rating level.

 

 

– Moisture has condensed inside the system.

 

 

 

Remove the disc and leave the system turned on

 

 

 

for about an hour.

 

 

 

 

 

The system does not respond

–

Disconnect the power plug from the jack, and

 

when the buttons are pressed.

 

insert again.

 

 

 

 

 

The language for the sound or

–

Multi-language sound or subtitle is not recorded

 

subtitle cannot be changed when

 

on the DVD.

 

playing a DVD.

–

Changing the language for the sound or subtitle is

 

 

 

prohibited on the DVD.

 

 

 

 

 

No image is output when a

–

Make sure the component is connected correctly.

 

function is selected.

–

Press the correct function button for the input

 

 

 

source.

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Contents D550 Page Page Page 132 IndexContents Tuner Operations Clock/Timer OperationsTape Operation/Recording Other FunctionsSupplied accessories FeaturesGeneral Information Discs for playbackGeneral Information/Maintenance Care and safety informationEnvironmental information Step Connecting speakers ConnectionsStep Connecting TV set Using Video In jack CvbsUsing component Video In jack Pr Pb Y Using an accessory RF modulator Using S-Video In jackConnecting the power cord Connecting FM/MW antennasTo the local power line voltage On the DVD Mini Hi-Fi SystemRecording digital Viewing and listening to playback Using the VCR for recording DVDsControls on the system Functional Overview∞ Subtitle Prev / Preset / Next O P§ Language ≥ ProgramRemote control Plug and Play for tuner installation Demonstration modeBasic Functions Using the remote control to operate the system Inserting batteries into the remote controlSetting the clock PreparationsSelecting the color system that matches your TV set Setting the TV setAuto NtscSetting language preference Using the disc menu Disc OperationsPlaying discs Basic playback controls Selecting various mode functions Repeat play modeContinuing playback from the last stop point Skipping to another title track / chapterUsing the menu bar to program Shuffle play modeRepeating a section within a chapter/track Programing favorite tracksPlaying in slow motion mode Special DVD/VCD featuresChanging discs during playback Changing subtitle languageDisplaying the disc information during playback Searching for a particular passageMoving to another title track / chapter Playing from a selected pointAdvancing by frames Checking the contents of DVD Special VCD/SVCD features Playback control PBCViewing from another angle Playing MP3 / picture disc Kodak, Jpeg MP3 / Picture Disc OperationsMP3 / Jpeg picture disc Kodak picture discDVD Menu Operations Using the menu barSetting the TV shape Using the setup menu user preference settingsRemoving the menu Press System Menu or OK 169 Wide screen LB Letter Box PS Pan ScanSetting the video out Setting the screen saverSetting the PCM output Changing the password Night mode turning on/offYou can change the four-digit code used as Password Icon and pressPress System Menu again to cancel the menu Restricting playback by setting parental levelDefault Rating explanationsPresetting radio stations Tuning to radio stationsAutomatic preset programming Tuner OperationsSelecting a preset radio station Manual preset programmingChanging tuning grid Deleting a preset radio stationTape Operation/Recording Tape playbackGeneral information on recording Disc synchro recording Dubbing tapesTo stop recording To stop dubbingClock/Timer Operations Setting the timerViewing clock Setting the sleep timer Timer OperationsTo activate the timer for the same preset To check or change the settingVolume control Changing the volume level Sound and Volume ControlsSound control MAX soundSwitching off the volume temporarily Listening through headphonesFor Philips TVs only Other Functions Echo Key controlKaraoke Listening to external sourcesSpecifications Problem Solution TroubleshootingTimer is not working Reversed Remote control does notClock/Timer setting is erased Sound cannot be heard or isGlossary

FW-D550 specifications

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