Philips DCR5012 Glossary of terms, Analogue audio, Aspect ratio, Delay, De-scrambling/scrambled

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13 Glossary of terms

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Analogue audio

Sound that has not been turned into numbers. Analogue sound is available from the LEFT/ RIGHT AUDIO outputs.The red and white sockets send audio through two channels, the left and right.

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 letterbox format allows you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective on a standard 4:3 screen.

Delay

The time difference between a sonic event and its perception at the listening position. Use the Lip Synchronization feature to cancel the delay.

De-scrambling/scrambled

Many TV channels are scrambled.To de-scramble them you need specific smart cards provided by different pay-TV providers.

Digital audio

Sound signal that has been converted into numerical values. Digital sound is available when you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL.These sockets send audio through multiple channels, instead of just two channels as analogue does.

Dolby Digital

A surround sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories containing up to six channels of digital audio (front left and right, surround left and right, centre and subwoofer).

DVB

Digital Video Broadcasting.

HDMI

HDMI is a standard for video interfacing; it can convey a massive amount of digital data. It means it can easily support all HDTV standards.

HDTV

High-Definition Television.

Interactive

Gives you access to an interactive page offering various information and services.

JPEG-EXIF

JPEG-Exchangeable Image File.A file format developed by Fuji Photo Film for digital still cameras. Digital cameras from various manufacturers use this compressed file format, which carries date, time and thumbnails information, as well as picture data.

JPEG

A very common digital still picture format.A still-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”.

Lip Synchronization

Setting used to synchronize sound and pictures in case a delay is experienced, in particular if the sound of speech does not match lip movements.

MPEG

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

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Contents Digital Cable Receiver Digitale Kabelontvanger4 Using your Digital Cable Receiver Table of contentsGuarantee and service Technical dataDanger 2 ImportantDanger WarningsRefer also to the cautions throughout this manual 3Your Digital Cable Receiver 3.2What you also need 3.1What’s in the box?Main unit backside Remote control unit3.3Overview Main unit3.4 Main menu overview 3.5How to read this manual Danger4.1Prepare Prepare the remote control 4 Getting startedHDMI connection 4.3InstallCheck the smart card 4.2Connect DangerPress OK.The UPC Digital TV status screen appears Zapping 5Using your Digital Cable ReceiverSearch failure 5.2Changing channelsSelecting the channel number 5.4Zapping with the Programme Information BarYou now have the following options Press and to select Soundtrack or Subtitles 5.5Additional programme information5.6Favourite channels Zapping with favouritesMain unit backside 6Use more of your Digital Cable Receiver6.1Digital Cable Receiver full overview Main unit6.2Remote control full overview Selecting an option from a list Interactive Services for playing games6.3.2Using the menus 6.3Main menu full overview6.4.1UPC TV Guide 6.4.2All channelsDisplaying the All channels screen Deleting favourites 6.4.3Settings Blocking channelsSetting favourites On the selected channel6.4.5Setting reminders Setting a reminder using the UPC TV GuideSummary of reminders Select Parental control from the PIN 6.5Settings full overview6.5.1Displaying the Settings menu 6.5.2PIN settingsSelect Parental control from the PIN Protecting access to UPC On Demand Adult filmsCustomer PIN and extra PIN Changing the PIN codePress of your remote control Incorrect PIN code entered List of PIN settingsSettings required Your requirementSelect Preference settings using 6.5.3 Preference settingsDisplaying the Preference settings menu see chapter Displaying the SettingsDisplaying the UPC On Demand menu 6.6UPC services 6.6.1UPC On DemandKinderprogramma’s You can now choose from the following optionsFilms More InformationErotiek TV-SeriesDocumentaires MuziekPaused items Catch-upTVDisplaying Paused items There are two options when ordering a film Confirm the purchase6.6.2UPC Digital Radio Viewing all radio channelsCompile a list with favourite channels Access FavouritesAll radio channels FavouritesDisplaying Interactive menu 7.3Disposal 7 Maintenance7.1Cleaning 7.2Replacement8.1Setting up the remote control Automatically search for setup code8Accessories and connections 8.2Connections Scart connection Replacing the batteriesAudio connection Recorder connectionSplitters 8.3In-homecabling checkCoaxial Cables PlugsAmplifiers 9 Guarantee and serviceAccessories 10 Technical dataPower DimensionsList of activation codes Additional informationTV setup codes Blaupunkt 0744 Video setup codes Nikkai Philips 0569, 0676, 0915, 0533, 1941 12Frequently asked questions 5.Have you lost or forgotten your PIN code? 11. My remote control no longer works 19.Wrong TV format 26.How do I connect the Digital Cable Receiver? Frequently asked questionsDelay 13 Glossary of termsAnalogue audio Aspect ratioSurround scart Loop-throughSDTV Smart cardConnect basic connection, Favourite lists 14 IndexInstall First installation, Search failure Programme Information Bar, Remote controlUPC Centre Amsterdam Contact informationPHILIPS Nederland / The Netherlands UPC Centre Almere StadUPC Customer Service Trademarks and partner logosWebsites Page Document order number