General Information

Introduction

The region code for this set is 2.

Since it is usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the

	world, all players have region codes and discs can	2
	have an optional region code. If you load a disc	2
	have an optional region code. If you load a disc

of a different region code to your player, you will see the region code notice on the screen.The disc will not playback, and should be unloaded.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

This product incorporates copyright protectiontechnology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection tech- nology must be authorised by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

The DVD/ VCR is in conformity with the EMC directive and low-voltage directive.

For Customer Use:

So that you can identify your machine for service questions or in the event of theft, enter the serial number here.The serial number (PROD. NO.) is printed on the type plate fixed at the back of the device.

Model No. DVD/ VCR

Serial No. ________________________________________

This product complies with the requirements of Diretive 73/23/EEC +89/336/EEC +93/68 EEC.

Laser safety

This unit employs a laser. Due to possible eye injury, only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PER- FORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZ- ARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

LASER
Type	Semiconductor laser GaAlAs
Wave length	655 nm (DVD)
	790 nm (VCD/CD)
Output Power	0.8 mW (DVD)
	0.5 mW (VCD/CD)

	(WARNING LOCA-

Thank you for purchasing this Philips DVD/ VCR.This Owner’s Manual explains the basic operation of this DVD/ VCR.

Environmental Information

All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.

Packaging has been made easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet).

Your DVD/ VCR consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialised company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packag- ing materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

Supplied Accessories

• Remote control • Batteries (two AA size) for remote control

• SCART cable • RF Coaxial cable • Owner’s Manual

Safety Information

•To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this device to rain or moisture.

•Before operating the DVD/ VCR, check that the operating voltage indicated on the typeplate (or the voltage indication beside the voltage selector) is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. If not, please consult your dealer.

•Place the DVD/ VCR on a flat, hard and stable surface.

•There must be sufficient room in front of the player for the disc tray to be opened.

•In cabinet, allow about 2.5cm (1 inch) of free space all around the player for adequate ventilation.

•Do not expose your player to extreme of temperature or humidity.

•If the DVD/ VCR is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens of the disc unit inside the DVD/ VCR player. Should this occur, the DVD/ VCR would not operate normally. Leave the player on for about one hour with no disc in the DVD/ VCR until normal playback is possible.

•The mechanical parts of the set contain self-lubricating bear- ings and must not be oiled or lubricated.

•Never spill liquid of any kind on this unit. If liquid is spilled into the unit, consult qualified service engineer.

•When the DVD/ VCR is switched to Standby mode, it is still consuming some power. To disconnect the sys- tem from the power supply completely, remove the AC power plug from the wall socket.

Symbols Used in this Manual

The below symbols appear in some headings and notes with the following meanings:

DVD-V – Description refers to playback of DVD-video discs

CD	– Description refers to playback of Audio CDs

VCD

	CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT	TION: ON THE
	KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
		BACKPLATE OF
	KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
		SET)
	CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASER

MP3

– Description refers to playback of video CDs.

– Description refers to playback of MP3 files

About the PBC Function of Video CD

•This unit conforms to ver.1.1 and ver.2.0 of VIDEO CD stan- dard, with PBC function.

Ver.1.1 (without PBC function):You can enjoy playback picture as well as music CD.

Ver.2.0 (with PBC function):When using a VIDEO CD with PBC function,“PBC” appears on the display.

•“PBC” stands for Play Back Control.

•Video CD with PBC function has its original menu. Menu operation may vary depending on the disc. Refer to the man- ual included in the disc for details.

•“PBC” appears on the front panel display when a Video CD with PBC function is loaded.

JPEG	– Description refers to playback of JPEG files

Helpful Hints!

•Some DVD video discs require specific functions or allow only limited functions during playback.

•“ ” may appears on the TV screen which means that the function is not available on that specific DVD video disc.