E n g l i s h

Troubleshooting

WARNING

Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair.

Problem

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

No power

–

Check if the AC power cord is properly

 

 

 

connected.

 

 

 

 

 

No picture

–

Check if the TV is switched on.

 

 

– Check the video connection.

 

 

 

 

 

Distorted picture

–

Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion

 

 

 

may appear .This is not a malfunction.

 

 

 

 

 

Completely distorted picture or

–

Make sure the NTSC/PAL setting at the DVD

 

black/white picture with DVD

 

player matches the video signal of your television.

 

or Video CD

 

(See NTSC/PAL Conversion/Settings)

 

 

 

 

 

No sound or distorted sound

–

Adjust the volume.

 

 

– Check that the speakers are connected correctly.

 

 

 

 

 

No audio at digital output

–

Check the digital connections.

 

 

– Check the settings menu to make sure the digital

 

 

 

output is set to ALL or PCM.

 

 

– Check if the audio format of the selected audio

 

 

 

language matches your receiver capabilities.

 

 

 

 

 

No sound and picture

–

Check that the SCART cable is connected to the

 

 

 

correct device (See Connecting to a TV)

 

 

 

 

 

Disc can’t be played

–

Ensure the disc label is facing up.

 

 

– Check if the disc is defective by trying another

 

 

 

disc.

 

 

–

Region code incorrect.

 

 

 

 

 

Picture freezes momentarily

–

Check the disc for fingerprints/scratches and

 

during playback

 

clean with a soft cloth wiping from centre to edge.

 

 

 

 

 

No return to start-up screen when

–

Reset the unit by switching the player off, then on

 

disc is removed

 

again.

 

 

 

 

 

The player does not respond to

–

Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on

 

the remote control

 

the front of the player.

 

 

– Reduce the distance to the player.

 

 

– Replace the batteries in the remote control.

 

 

– Re-insert the batteries with their polarities (+/–

 

 

 

signs) as indicated.

 

 

 

 

 

Buttons do not work or player stops

–

To completely reset the player, unplug the AC

 

responding

 

cord from the AC outlet for 5-10 seconds.

 

 

 

 

 

Player does not respond to some

–

Operations may not be permitted by the disc.

 

operating commands during playback.

 

Refer to the instructions of the disc.

 

 

 

 

 

DVD Video player cannot read

–

Use a commonly available cleaning CD/DVD to

 

CDs/DVDs

 

clean the lens before sending the DVD player for

 

 

 

repair.

If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre (HOTLINE).

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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.

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