Philips HTS3181X/78 user manual Glossary, Aspect ratio, Very common digital still picture format

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Aspect ratio

Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV screens. The ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio of a high-definition or wide TV is 16:9. The letter box allows you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective on a standard 4:3 screen.

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DivX®

The DivX® codec is a patent-pending, MPEG-4 based video compression technology developed by DivX®, Inc. It can shrink the file size of digital video and still maintain the high visual quality.

Dolby Digital Pro Logic II

An advanced, matrix decoding technology that expands any two channel audio, such as CDs and stereo encoded videocassettes, video games and TV broadcasts to a five channel full bandwidth (range) playback (Left/Center/ Right/Left Surround/Right Surround), resulting in a surround sound experience.

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JPEG

A very common digital still picture format.

Astill-picture data compression system proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert Group, which features small decrease in image quality in spite of its high compression ratio. Files are recognized by their file extension ‘.jpg’ or ‘.jpeg.’

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MP3

A file format with a sound data compression system. MP3 is the abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. With the MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times more data than a regular CD.

MPEG

Motion Picture Experts Group. A collection of compression systems for digital audio and video.

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PBC

Playback Control. A system where you navigate through a Video CD/Super VCD with on-screen menus that are recorded onto the disc. You can enjoy interactive playback and search.

PCM

Pulse Code Modulation. A digital audio encoding system.

Progressive scan

The progressive scan displays twice the number of frames per second than in an ordinary TV system. It offers higher picture resolution and quality.

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WMA

Windows Media™ Audio. Refers to an audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA data can be encoded with Windows Media player version 9 or Windows Media player for Windows XP. Files are recognized by their file extension ‘.wma.’

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Contents Register your product and get support at HTS3181 ES Manual del usuario PT-BR Manual do UsuárioDecibéis MéxicoContents Recycle notice Safety and important noticeCopyright notice About Progressive ScanClass Laser Product Trademark noticeRemote control Feature highlightsProduct overview Region codesAudio Sync Selects an audio language or channel on a disc Main unit Karaoke Accesses or exits the karaoke menuPlace the Home Theater System ConnectConnect video cables Option 2 Connect to the component video jack Option 1 Connect to the Video Cvbs jackConnect radio antenna Connect speakers and subwooferConnect audio cables/other devices Connect audio from TVConnect audio from cable box/ recorder/game console Connect power cordConnect USB device Get started Insert the remote control batteriesControl a play source Navigate through the menuSelect menu display language Find the correct viewing channelTurn on Progressive Scan Press to select a language, then press OKBest possible surround sound Change speaker settingsPress Disc PressTo exit the menu, press Setup Press to set the delay time, then press OKSelect a play source Audio IN-AUX 1 jacksPlay a disc PlayPlay video Control video playAccess VCD menu or preview menu Access DVD menuChange video play To return to the title menu during play, press BackQuick skip play to a specific time Sync audio output with video playRepeat play a specific section During play, press InfoView video play from different camera angles Play musicPlay DivX video Control audio track playPlay MP3/WMA music Play photoPlay photo as slideshow Play musical slideshow Control photo playPlay from USB device First time tuningPlay from radio Change tuning grid Reinstall all the radio stationsPress Radio Use the remote control to control the radio Listen to radioControl the volume Adjust soundSelect a preset sound Select surround soundKaraoke settings Adjust microphone volume levelTurn off vocal cancel voice Press Vocal repeatedly until ‘VOICE CANCEL’ is displayedGeneral setup Adjust settingsAudio setup Picture Settings Video setupPan Scan For 43 screen TV full Height display with the trimmed sidesPBC PreferencesDivX Subtitle DefaultStandard Portuguese, LuxembourgishCare Update softwareThen press OK USB Specifications34 EN Picture TroubleshootingSound Play Aspect ratio GlossaryVery common digital still picture format
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