Preference Setup

1Press OPTIONS.

￿ [ General Setup ] menu is displayed.

2Press V to select [ Preference Setup ], then press B.

3Select an option, then press OK.

Preference Setup

Audio

Subtitle

Disc Menu

Parental

PBC

MP3/JPEG Nav

Password

DivX Subtitle

See the explanations of the above options in the following pages.

4Select a setting, then press OK.

To return to the previous menu, press BACK.

To exit the menu, press OPTIONS.

[ Audio ]

Select the default audio language for DVDs.

[ Subtitle ]

Select the default subtitle language for DVDs.

[ Disc Menu ]

Select the menu language for DVDs.

Note

If the language you have set is not available on the disc, the disc uses its own default language.

For some DVDs, the subtitle/audio language can only be changed from the disc menu.

To select the languages that are not listed in the menu, select [ Others ]. Then check the Language Code list at the back of this user manual and enter the respective 4-digit language code.

[ Parental ]

Restrict access to DVDs that are unsuitable for your children. These types of DVDs must be recorded with ratings.

1.To start, press OK.

2.Select a rating level in the menu, then press

OK.

3.Press the number buttons to enter your 4-digit password.

Note

Rated DVDs above the level you set in [ Parental ] require a password to be played.

The ratings are country-dependent. To allow all discs to play, select ‘8’.

Some DVDs have ratings printed on them but are not recorded with ratings. This function has no effect on such DVDs.

Tips

To set or change your password, go to [ Preference Setup ] > [ Password ].

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HTS8141/12 specifications

The Philips HTS8141/12 is a sophisticated home theater system that elevates the home entertainment experience with its advanced technology and innovative features. Synthesizing style, performance, and user-friendliness, it caters to both audiophiles and casual viewers alike.

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