Philips DVD634/021 Operation, Basic Playback, General Features, Video Control during playback

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Operation

Basic Playback

1Press POWER ON/OFF on the front panel.

2Press OPEN/CLOSE / on the front panel to open disc loading tray.

3Place the chosen disc in the tray, with the label facing up.

4Press OPEN/CLOSE / again to close the tray. Playback starts automatically.

Notes:

DVDs may have a region code.Your player will not play discs that have a region code different from the region code of your player.

If ‘Disc Lock’ is set to ON and the disc inserted is not authorised, the 4-digit code must be entered and/or the disc must be authorised (see ‘Disc Lock’’).

General Features

Note:

Unless stated, all operations described are based on remote control use. Some operations can be carried out using the menu bar on the TV screen.

Video Control during playback

STOP DVD VCD CD SVCD

1You can resume playback from the point where the playback was last stopped by pressing the STOP key once.

2Playback will start from the beginning if you press STOP key twice to stop playback.

PAUSE/STEP

DVD VCD CD SVCD

1Press PAUSE once to get a still picture during playback.

Playback will pause.

2To step forward to the next picture frame, press PAUSE again.

3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

SEARCH (Fast Forward and Fast

Backward)

DVD VCD CD SVCD

1Press 1 or 2 during playback to go to the fast forward / backward searching.

2Press 1 or 2 again to increase the speed for searching.

3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

SLOW MOTION (Slow Forward and

Slow Backward)

DVD

1Press 3 or 4 during playback to get slow motion effect.

2Press 3 or 4 again to get different playback forward/backward speed.

3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

VCD CD SVCD

1Press 3 during playback to get slow motion effect.

2Press 3 again to get different playback forward speed.

3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

Note:

SLOW BACKWARD feature is not available for SVCD/VCD/CD discs.

Smart Picture

You can select one of the predefined sets of colour settings and one set (Personal) which you can define yourself (see “Smart Picture” in Setup Menu).

1Press SMART PICTURE on the front panel to change the settings (Bright, Standard, Soft and Personal).

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DVD634/021 specifications

The Philips DVD634/021 is a versatile multi-format DVD player that brings an impressive range of features and technologies designed for an enhanced viewing experience. This device is designed to accommodate a variety of disc formats, ensuring compatibility with CDs, DVDs, and even MP3 files, which allows users to enjoy their favorite movies and music seamlessly.

One of the standout characteristics of the Philips DVD634/021 is its progressive scan technology. This innovative feature significantly improves video quality by providing a smoother image display compared to interlaced scanning. The result is a sharper, clearer picture that enhances the overall viewing experience, making it perfect for home theaters. The player supports various resolutions, including 480p, which ensures that you can enjoy your DVDs with remarkable clarity on modern televisions.

Additionally, the DVD634/021 is equipped with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, allowing it to deliver an immersive sound experience. This capability ensures that viewers can enjoy surround sound with compatible audio systems, effectively transforming any room into a mini-cinema. The player can also support various sound formats, making it a versatile choice for audiophiles who appreciate high-quality audio.

The ease of use is another significant advantage of the Philips DVD634/021. It features a user-friendly interface and remote control, ensuring that navigating through menus and accessing different settings is straightforward and efficient. Moreover, the player has fast and slow playback options, enabling users to enjoy their content at their preferred speed, whether for analysis or casual watching.

A notable feature is the player’s ability to enhance regular DVDs through its built-in upscaling technology. This function analyzes the standard-definition content and scales it up to near high-definition quality, providing a visual experience that makes older titles more enjoyable on high-resolution displays.

In conclusion, the Philips DVD634/021 stands out with its array of features, including multi-format compatibility, progressive scan technology, Dolby Digital support, and user-friendly operation. These characteristics make it a reliable and modern solution for home entertainment, appealing to both casual viewers and dedicated movie enthusiasts alike. Its advanced capabilities ensure that users can enjoy a diverse range of media with superior quality and convenience.