Philips DVP3050V user manual Helpful Hints

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If you are having problems with your product, check this list of problems and possible solutions before requesting service.You may be able to solve the problem yourself.

If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call.This information is displayed on the back of the product. Also, please take a moment to identify the problem you are having, and be prepared to explain this to the representative. If you believe the representative will need to help you with operations, please stay near the product. Our representatives will be happy to assist you.

For online reference, please visit our web site at http://www.philips.com/support

The DVD/VCR has no power.

•Make sure the power cord is connected completely to an AC (alternating current) outlet.

•Press STANDBY-ON y to turn on the DVD/VCR.The DVD/VCR usually turns on in the mode it was in when you turned it off. If there has been a power failure, it will turn on in VCR mode. Press DVD to put the unit in DVD mode. Press VCR to put the unit in VCR mode. Or, press SOURCE on the front of the DVD/VCR to switch between the two modes.

The remote control will not operate the DVD/VCR.

•Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the front of the DVD/VCR, not toward the TV. Details are on page 18.

•Remove all obstacles between the remote control and the DVD/VCR.

•Inspect and/or replace the batteries in the remote control. Details are on page 13.

•Use the remote control within 23 feet of the DVD/VCR.

•When using the DVD Player, press the DVD button, then try the other DVD feature buttons. Press DVD so DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.This means the DVD/VCR is in DVD mode.

•To use the VCR, press VCR, then try the other VCR feature buttons. Press VCR so VCR light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.This means the DVD/VCR is in VCR mode.

There is no picture in DVD mode.

•Make sure the video cable is connected correctly.You may connect either the yellow video cable (supplied), an optional S-Video cable, or optional component video cables. Make sure the TV is set to the correct Video In channel (usually the AUX IN,A/V IN,Auxiliary In, EXT or External In, Component Video In, or S-Video In channel). Check your TV owner’s manual for details. Details are on pages 6 and 10-12.

•If you only used the supplied black RF coaxial cable, details are on pages 7-9.Make sure the TV is set to channel 3 or 4 (the output channel of the DVD/VCR). Or, if you have a Cable Box/Satellite Receiver, make sure the TV is set to the Cable Box/Satellite Receiver output channel (usually 03 or 04).

•Insert a DVD that is playable on this DVD/VCR. Details are on page 5.

•Make sure the DVD/VCR is in DVD mode. Press DVD or SOURCE so DVD light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

•Check if Progressive Scan is set correctly according to your connection to a TV. Details are on page 6. Enable Progressive Scan at the DVD Player only if you used the Component Video connection to a TV that has Progressive Scan. Details are on pages 6, 10, and 52.

Disc cannot be played.

•Insert a playable Disc. Details are on page 5.

•Place the Disc correctly in the Disc tray. If the Disc is one-sided, place the Disc in the tray with the label facing up. If the Disc is two-sided, make sure the label of the side you want to play is facing up.

•Clean the Disc. Make sure the Disc is not scratched or warped.

•Cancel the Parental Controls, enter the password, or change the control level. Details are on pages 54-55.

•Make sure the Disc is labelled for use in Region 4 or ALL regions and is NTSC or PAL compatible. Details are on page 5.

There is no sound.

•Connect the audio cables firmly. Make sure the cables are connected to the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV or Stereo. Details are on pages 10-11.

•Check the audio settings of the DVD Player. Details are on page 53.

•Check the audio settings of the DVD. For example, you may have selected “soundtrack” playback or an unavailable sound setting (such as Dolby Digital). Details are on pages 41 and 53. Try other sound options provided in the DVD Disc menu.

•If you used audio cables (instead of only using the supplied black RF coaxial cable) make sure the TV or Stereo is set to the correct Audio In channel (usually the AUX IN,Auxiliary In,A/V IN,Audio In, or External In channel). See your TV or Stereo owner’s manual for details.

The picture is distorted.

•Connect the DVD/VCR directly to the TV. Details are on pages 6-12.Do not connect the DVD/VCR to a VCR, then connect the VCR to the TV. Copyright protection systems in the VCR could distort the picture playing on the DVD/VCR.

•There are some cases where a Disc or videotape picture may be distorted slightly because of the quality in which it was recorded.This is not a malfunction of the DVD/VCR.

•Make sure the Disc is compatible with the DVD Player of the DVD/VCR. Details are on page 5.

•If your TV is not PAL compatible, DVDs recorded in the PAL color system may play only in black and white, the picture may roll continuously, or the picture may appear distorted.

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Contents Need help fast? Safety Information Table of Contents Introduction Playable Discs and Video Cassettes Determining the best possible connection HookupsHookups cont’d Remember ConnectionsRF coaxial cable TV’s Antenna SignalCable Video OUT jacks on the DVD/VCR and to the Component Jack of your DVD/VCRDVD/VCR Audio OUT jacks on the DVD/VCR and to the red Composite, or Baseband videoCheck your Stereo manual for details DVD/VCR to a TV and a StereoStereo Recycling Guidelines/Battery Safety Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control First-time DVD/VCR Setup Turn on the TV Insert a tape in the DVD/VCR Other tape playback features are on pagesVideo Cassette Playback Read and follow the steps below to play a tapeInsert a Disc Disc PlaybackPress OPEN/CLOSE a On the DVD/VCRDisplay Messages Display PanelDVD Display Panel VCR Display PanelRear Panel Front Panel, Rear Panel, and Remote ControlRemote Control Front PanelAdding/Deleting Channels Channel SetupWhile the Year space is flashing, press K or L Press CLEAR/RESET or B to start the clockClock VCR While the DAY space is flashing, press K or L untilPress Display again to remove all the displays Press CLEAR/RESET to remove the menuLanguage VCR VCR Status DisplaysTo stop recording, press Stop C Videotape RecordingRecording Prevention Press VCR, then press Record I to record Use the TV remote control to select the channelRemote control to return to channel 03 or 04 at Press VCR/TV on the DVD/VCR remote control toOr Skip When an OTR endsOne-Touch Recording Stopping an OTRTurn on the TV and set it to channel 03 or 04 Point the remote control at DVD/VCR 2. PressRerecording Tape Duplication Make the connections shown aboveInstructions continue on Timer RecordingWill flash. Insert a tape Timer Recording cont’dCancelling Timer Recordings When a timer recording endsSpeed are on DVD to Videotape DuplicationTape Counter Repeat PlaybackA recording by following these steps Time Search, Index SearchTime Search Index SearchSpecial Effects Playback Automatic Operation FeaturesHi-Fi Stereo Multi-Channel Television Sound / Hi-Fi StereoUnderstanding Displays Multi-Channel Television SoundPress K, L, s, or B to select an item, then press Using the Title MenuMenus, Playback Control PBC Function Playback Control PBC FunctionPress Play B to return to normal playback Remote controlFast Forward/Reverse Search During playback, press Search g or h onTime Playback Title/Chapter Playback,Time PlaybackTitle/Chapter Playback Within 30 seconds of the previous number Using SearchTrack Playback Playback will start at the selected TrackPress Play B to resume play Paused and Step-by-Step PlaybackResume On During Disc Playback, press Pause F. Playback willLet you start over OFF will appear briefly on Repeat Playback, A-B RepeatRepeat Playback RepeatTo return to a Marker during playback, press MarkersWithin 30 seconds, press s or B to select a Marker During playback, press Subtitle repeatedly to Subtitles, Camera AnglesSubtitles Camera AnglesDuring DVD playback, press Audio repeatedly to Audio Language, Stereo Sound ModeStereo Sound Mode Audio LanguagePress Pause F during DVD or Video CD playback Slow Motion, ZoomSlow Motion ZoomRandom Playback Program/Random PlaybackProgram Playback 44 MP3/Windows MediaTM Audio/JPEG Playback File List will appear Dual PlaybackFolder Playback Displays during DVD playback On-Screen DisplaysDVD Displays Audio CD and Video CD DisplaysPress Display again to remove the display On-Screen Displays cont’dVirtual Surround Black Level,Virtual SurroundInitializing Black LevelInstructions continue on the next Press K or L to select a language, then press Language cont’dLanguage Codes If you selected TV ASPECT, press K or L to Select a setting, then press OKDisplay Press s or B to select Custom at the topInstructions from previous You may adjust the Progressive Scan compatibilityDisplay cont’d Progressive ScanWhile playback is stopped, press Press DVD to put the DVD/VCR in DVD modeAudio DVD Player of the DVD/VCRPARENTAL, at the top Parental LevelsPress sor B to select Custom at the top Menu, then press OK Press sor B to selectPress the Number buttons to enter your current Press L to select Password CHANGE, then pressWhile playback is stopped, press SYSTEM/MENU Press OK, and proceed to stepPress s or B to select OTHERS, then Press OK OthersPress SYSTEM/MENU to remove the menus Others cont’dCable Box/Satellite Receiver Output Channel 03 or GlossaryHelpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d You cannot remove the tape Line Input modeCleaning the Video Heads You cannot insert a video cassetteSpecifications Care and MaintenanceMemo Memo Controls Dvd/vcr Information Index
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