Special VCD Features

Playback Control (PBC)

Load a Video CD with PBC and press PLAY.

Go through the menu with the keys indicated on the TV screen until your chosen passage starts to play. If a PBC menu includes titles, you can select a title directly.

Enter your choice with the numerical keys (0-9).

Press RETURN to go back to the previous menu.

You also may set PBC to Off under Personal Preferences.

Playing an Audio CD

After inserting the Audio CD and closing the tray, the number of total tracks and the total playing time of the disc will appear on the display. Press PLAY to start playback.

During playback, the current track number and its elapsed playing time will appear on the display.

Playback will stop at the end of the disc.

To stop playback at any other time, press STOP.

 

Pause

STOP

PLAY

PAUSE

Press PAUSE during playback.

CLEAR

MARKER FTS

TITLE

 

 

 

To return to playback, press PLAY.

SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM AUIDO

REPEAT A-B RANDOM SOUND

 

 

Search

 

OK

 

 

 

 

To search forward or backward through the

STOP

PLAY

PAUSE

disc at two times the normal speed, hold

CLEAR

MARKER FTS

TITLE

down T or S for about two seconds

SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM AUIDO

 

 

 

during playback.

 

 

 

➜Search begins, and sound is partially muted.

To step up to four times the normal speed, hold down T or S again.

➜Search goes to four times the speed, and the sound is partially muted.

To step up to eight times the normal speed, hold down T or S again.

➜Search goes to eight times the speed, and the sound is partially muted.

To return to two times the normal speed, hold down T or S again.

If the TV is on, search speed and direction are indicated on the screen each time T or S is pressed.

To end the search, press PLAY to resume playback or STOP to stop playback.The search will stop if the beginning or end of the disc is reached. If the beginning of the disc is reached, playback may begin again.

Moving to another track

 

OK

 

 

Press T or S briefly during playback

STOP

PLAY PAUSE

to go to the next track or to return to the

CLEAR

MARKER FTS TITLE

 

 

beginning of the current track.

SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM AUIDO

 

 

Press S twice briefly to step back to the previous track.

To go directly to any track, enter the track number using the numerical keys (0-9) during playback.

Random

 

 

Press RANDOM during playback or when

STOP

PLAY PAUSE

CLEAR

MARKER FTS TITLE

playback is stopped.

SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM AUIDO

 

 

➜ The unit automatically begins Random

REPEAT A-B RANDOM SOUND

 

 

Playback and RANDOM appears on the

 

 

display.

 

 

To return to normal playback, press RANDOM again.

 

Repeat Track/All

STOP

PLAY

PAUSE

To repeat the track currently playing, press

CLEAR

MARKER FTS

TITLE

 

 

 

 

REPEAT.

SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM AUIDO

 

 

 

 

 

➜ ∫ appears on the player display.

REPEAT A-B RANDOM SOUND

 

 

 

 

To repeat the entire disc, press REPEAT a second time.

➜ ALL and ∫ appears on the player display.

To exit Repeat mode, press REPEAT a third time.

Repeat A-B

 

 

 

To repeat a sequence:

STOP

PLAY

PAUSE

CLEAR

MARKER FTS

TITLE

During disc playback, press A-B at your

SUBTITLE ANGLE ZOOM AUIDO

 

 

 

chosen starting point.

REPEAT A-B RANDOM SOUND

 

 

 

➜A ∫ appears on the player display.

Press A-B again at your chosen end point.

➜A ∫ B appears on the display, and the sequence begins to play repeatedly.

To exit the sequence and return to normal play, press A-B again.

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DVD953 specifications

The Philips DVD953 is a versatile and feature-rich DVD player that exemplifies the brand's commitment to quality and innovation in home entertainment. Launched during a time when digital media was rapidly gaining ground, the DVD953 was designed to provide users with an enhanced viewing experience, while supporting a variety of disc formats and media types.

One of the standout features of the Philips DVD953 is its capability to play not only standard DVDs but also Video CDs (VCDs), Audio CDs, and even MP3 CDs. This versatility allows users to enjoy a wide range of media without the need for multiple devices. The DVD953 supports various video formats, including PAL and NTSC, ensuring compatibility with television systems around the world.

The player is equipped with progressive scan technology, which significantly enhances video quality by providing a smoother and more detailed picture compared to interlaced video. This feature is particularly beneficial for viewers who appreciate high-definition content, as it reduces flicker and provides a more immersive viewing experience, especially for action-filled sequences or cinematic presentations.

Additionally, the Philips DVD953 includes an HDMI output, providing a digital connection that can result in superior picture and sound quality. The player also supports Dolby Digital sound, ensuring that users enjoy a cinematic audio experience that complements the high-quality visuals.

Another remarkable aspect of the DVD953 is its built-in parental control feature, allowing parents to manage and restrict viewing content based on age ratings. This gives families peace of mind, knowing that inappropriate content can be filtered out easily.

The design of the Philips DVD953 is both sleek and user-friendly, featuring a straightforward interface that allows for easy navigation through menus and settings. The remote control is intuitive, making it simple to operate various functions without hassle.

In summary, the Philips DVD953 stands out in the realm of DVD players for its combination of versatility, cutting-edge technology, and ease of use. It is an ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment system with a reliable and high-performing device that caters to a wide variety of media formats while delivering impressive audio-visual quality.
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