Leaflet
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... subject to change without notice. or their respective owners. All Rights reserved. www.philips.com DVD Micro Theater Specifications MCD709/37 Sound • Output Power: Total 380W RMS • Sound Enhancement: Class "D" Digital Amplifier, Digital Sound Control 4 modes, Dynamic Bass Boost, Loudness • Sound System: Dolby Digital Loudspeakers • Main Speaker: Ribbon tweeter, Real rosewood enclosure, Gold-plate speaker connectors, Speaker grilles detachable • Subwoofer type: Active Video Playback • Playback Media: DivX, DVD+RW, DVD-Video, Picture CD, Video CD...
... subject to change without notice. or their respective owners. All Rights reserved. www.philips.com DVD Micro Theater Specifications MCD709/37 Sound • Output Power: Total 380W RMS • Sound Enhancement: Class "D" Digital Amplifier, Digital Sound Control 4 modes, Dynamic Bass Boost, Loudness • Sound System: Dolby Digital Loudspeakers • Main Speaker: Ribbon tweeter, Real rosewood enclosure, Gold-plate speaker connectors, Speaker grilles detachable • Subwoofer type: Active Video Playback • Playback Media: DivX, DVD+RW, DVD-Video, Picture CD, Video CD...
User manual
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...a radiación. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of DivXNetworks, Inc and are used under license from digital apparatus as set out in hazardous radiation exposure or other rights owners. Manufactured under license. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized...digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Français: Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux...
...a radiación. CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of DivXNetworks, Inc and are used under license from digital apparatus as set out in hazardous radiation exposure or other rights owners. Manufactured under license. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized...digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Français: Cet appareil numérique n'emet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux...
User manual
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... Progressive manually Step 3: Setting language preference 21 Setting the OSD Language Setting the Audio, Subtitle and Disc Menu language Basic Functions Switching the system on/off 22 Switching the system to Eco Power Standby mode 22 Power-saving automatic standby 22 Volume control 22 Sound control 22 DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) DSC (Digital Sound Control) LOUDNESS Dimming the display screen 23 Demonstration mode 23 Contents Disc Operations Playable Discs 24 Playing discs 24 Using the Disc Menu 25 Basic playback controls 25~27 Pausing playback (DVD...
... Progressive manually Step 3: Setting language preference 21 Setting the OSD Language Setting the Audio, Subtitle and Disc Menu language Basic Functions Switching the system on/off 22 Switching the system to Eco Power Standby mode 22 Power-saving automatic standby 22 Volume control 22 Sound control 22 DBB (Dynamic Bass Boost) DSC (Digital Sound Control) LOUDNESS Dimming the display screen 23 Demonstration mode 23 Contents Disc Operations Playable Discs 24 Playing discs 24 Using the Disc Menu 25 Basic playback controls 25~27 Pausing playback (DVD...
User manual
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... between different sounds in home theater technology. Control cable - This instruction booklet and a Quick Start Guide Night mode Lets you connect other audio and audio/visual components to the DVD micro theatre. Installation ● Place the player on /off automatically at a preset time. Remote control with 2.1 channel full digital amplifier creates the same dynamic sound qualities that has a rating higher than you set a ratings level so that your retailer or Philips. Parental Control (Rating Level) Lets you set . Sleep/Wake...
... between different sounds in home theater technology. Control cable - This instruction booklet and a Quick Start Guide Night mode Lets you connect other audio and audio/visual components to the DVD micro theatre. Installation ● Place the player on /off automatically at a preset time. Remote control with 2.1 channel full digital amplifier creates the same dynamic sound qualities that has a rating higher than you set a ratings level so that your retailer or Philips. Parental Control (Rating Level) Lets you set . Sleep/Wake...
User manual
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... the rear of the DVD player to the same port at the rear of the power amplifier with the supplied subwoofer cable by matching the plug types. Connect the DVD system directly to short-circuit. - Fully insert the stripped por tion of this manual. 1 Use the composite video cable (yellow) to connect the system's VIDEO OUT jack to the video input jack (or labelled as shown. Please refer to the SPECIFICATIONS section of the speaker wire...
... the rear of the DVD player to the same port at the rear of the power amplifier with the supplied subwoofer cable by matching the plug types. Connect the DVD system directly to short-circuit. - Fully insert the stripped por tion of this manual. 1 Use the composite video cable (yellow) to connect the system's VIDEO OUT jack to the video input jack (or labelled as shown. Please refer to the SPECIFICATIONS section of the speaker wire...
User manual
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... FM antenna and fix its end to the FM (75 Ω) jack. Step 5: Connecting FM/AM antennas 1 Use the composite video cable (yellow) to connect the DVD system's VIDEO OUT jack to the video input jack on the RF modulator. 2 Use an RF coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect ANTENNA OUT or TO TV jack on the RF modulator to the Antenna IN jack on the TV. 3 Connect the Antenna or Cable TV service signal to the ANTENNA...
... FM antenna and fix its end to the FM (75 Ω) jack. Step 5: Connecting FM/AM antennas 1 Use the composite video cable (yellow) to connect the DVD system's VIDEO OUT jack to the video input jack on the RF modulator. 2 Use an RF coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect ANTENNA OUT or TO TV jack on the RF modulator to the Antenna IN jack on the TV. 3 Connect the Antenna or Cable TV service signal to the ANTENNA...
User manual
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... connection with the power switched on an active subwoofer (not supplied). 15 Before star ting operation, set the DIGITAL OUT according to the audio connection. (See "DIGITAL OUT".) Connecting an active subwoofer D ● Connect the DVD micro system's SUBWOOFER jack to make analogue stereo (two channel, right and left) recordings. Always refer to activate the input source. Before starting operation, press SOURCE on the front panel to select AUX or press AUX on the remote in the AC power cord...
... connection with the power switched on an active subwoofer (not supplied). 15 Before star ting operation, set the DIGITAL OUT according to the audio connection. (See "DIGITAL OUT".) Connecting an active subwoofer D ● Connect the DVD micro system's SUBWOOFER jack to make analogue stereo (two channel, right and left) recordings. Always refer to activate the input source. Before starting operation, press SOURCE on the front panel to select AUX or press AUX on the remote in the AC power cord...
User manual
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... skips to Eco power/normal standby mode. 2 Display - selects the respective sound source: DVD/AUX1/ AUX2/FM/AM. - to switch the system on . 0 IR SENSOR - in clock/timer setting mode. - Tuner: - tunes to start automatic search for a radio frequency downward/upward. 7 OPEN•CLOSE ç - opens or closes the disc tray. 8 DSC - English Functional Overview 1 2 6 43 6 709 90 758 ! 709 DVD player and power amplifier 1 ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON y - stops disc playback or erases a program. - press and...
... skips to Eco power/normal standby mode. 2 Display - selects the respective sound source: DVD/AUX1/ AUX2/FM/AM. - to switch the system on . 0 IR SENSOR - in clock/timer setting mode. - Tuner: - tunes to start automatic search for a radio frequency downward/upward. 7 OPEN•CLOSE ç - opens or closes the disc tray. 8 DSC - English Functional Overview 1 2 6 43 6 709 90 758 ! 709 DVD player and power amplifier 1 ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON y - stops disc playback or erases a program. - press and...
User manual
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... selects 2.1 channel output (2.1CH) or 5.1 channel output (SUR5.1 or DVD5.1). º VOL.SEL (unavailable for switching on mode - adjusts volume level for a disc. ≥ SLOW - sets the system clock. selects different slow playback modes for the display screen. ¡ SUBTITLE - selects different types of a specific section on TV screen during playback ≤ AUDIO for DISC) * SLEEP/TIMER Standby mode - For tuner (TUNER): press to the standby mode. ) DIM - sets the sleep timer function (auto off). ( CLOCK Standby mode - displays the system clock and switches...
... selects 2.1 channel output (2.1CH) or 5.1 channel output (SUR5.1 or DVD5.1). º VOL.SEL (unavailable for switching on mode - adjusts volume level for a disc. ≥ SLOW - sets the system clock. selects different slow playback modes for the display screen. ¡ SUBTITLE - selects different types of a specific section on TV screen during playback ≤ AUDIO for DISC) * SLEEP/TIMER Standby mode - For tuner (TUNER): press to the standby mode. ) DIM - sets the sleep timer function (auto off). ( CLOCK Standby mode - displays the system clock and switches...
User manual
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... scan mode or turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4 if you are between the Remote Control and the DVD Player while operating the DVD Player. See your TV user manual). 3 Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B (B on the remote) to operate the Player 1 Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor (IR) on the TV. 5 Press SYSTEM. 19 Using the Remote Control to turn on the DVD player. 4 Select the correct Video Input channel. ➜ The DVD background screen...
... scan mode or turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4 if you are between the Remote Control and the DVD Player while operating the DVD Player. See your TV user manual). 3 Press ECO POWER/STANDBY-ON B (B on the remote) to operate the Player 1 Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor (IR) on the TV. 5 Press SYSTEM. 19 Using the Remote Control to turn on the DVD player. 4 Select the correct Video Input channel. ➜ The DVD background screen...
User manual
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...(W) - Supported MP3-CD format. • ISO 9660 • Max. nested directory is 255. • Max. Region Codes DVDs must enter your four-digit password. (See "Password Setup Page"). 6 At any time, simply press PRESET-/9 (9 on the remote) to the correct Video In channel. (See "Setting up . 5 Playback will start automatically (depending on the disc type). ➜ If a disc menu appears on the TV, see the blue Philips DVD background screen on...
...(W) - Supported MP3-CD format. • ISO 9660 • Max. nested directory is 255. • Max. Region Codes DVDs must enter your four-digit password. (See "Password Setup Page"). 6 At any time, simply press PRESET-/9 (9 on the remote) to the correct Video In channel. (See "Setting up . 5 Playback will start automatically (depending on the disc type). ➜ If a disc menu appears on the TV, see the blue Philips DVD background screen on...
User manual
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... audio channels provided by the disc (Mono Left, Mono Right or Stereo). Changing the Audio Channel (for details about Windows Media Player and WM DRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management). Playing MP3/WMA/JPEG Picture CD IMPORTANT! Note: - The disc reading time may exceed 10 seconds due to open the album. Special disc features Playing a Title (DVD) 1 Press DISC MENU. ➜ The disc title menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Use 3 4 to select...
... audio channels provided by the disc (Mono Left, Mono Right or Stereo). Changing the Audio Channel (for details about Windows Media Player and WM DRM (Windows Media Digital Rights Management). Playing MP3/WMA/JPEG Picture CD IMPORTANT! Note: - The disc reading time may exceed 10 seconds due to open the album. Special disc features Playing a Title (DVD) 1 Press DISC MENU. ➜ The disc title menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Use 3 4 to select...
User manual
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... code Philips provides you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX® VOD service. CLOSED CAPTIONS Audio Setup Page The options included in Audio Setup page are: "Digital Audio Setup", "Dolby Digital Setup", "3D Processing", "HDCD" and "Night Mode". ➜ On: In STOP, PAUSE or No DISC mode, if no actions are hidden in the video signal of some discs. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a CD-R for playback on this DVD player...
... code Philips provides you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX® VOD service. CLOSED CAPTIONS Audio Setup Page The options included in Audio Setup page are: "Digital Audio Setup", "Dolby Digital Setup", "3D Processing", "HDCD" and "Night Mode". ➜ On: In STOP, PAUSE or No DISC mode, if no actions are hidden in the video signal of some discs. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a CD-R for playback on this DVD player...
User manual
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... the number of decoding multi-channel audio. Reverb Mode Reverb mode provides a virtual surround sound experience using just two speakers. ➜ Off, Concert, Living Room, Hall, Bathroom, Cave, Arena and Church. Dolby Digital Setup The option included in Dolby Digital Setup is : "Filter". Filter Sets the audio output cutoff frequency point when playing an HDCD disc. ➜ Off, 44.1K and 88.2K. 32 HDCD The option included in HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital...
... the number of decoding multi-channel audio. Reverb Mode Reverb mode provides a virtual surround sound experience using just two speakers. ➜ Off, Concert, Living Room, Hall, Bathroom, Cave, Arena and Church. Dolby Digital Setup The option included in Dolby Digital Setup is : "Filter". Filter Sets the audio output cutoff frequency point when playing an HDCD disc. ➜ Off, 44.1K and 88.2K. 32 HDCD The option included in HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital...
User manual
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... with Dolby Digital mode. ➜ Off: Select this when you to set up, see "Getting started-Setting up Progressive Scan feature". Otherwise, a distorted picture will appear on the TV. Brightness Adjusts the brightness level. Color Setting This menu helps you want to your TV using the VIDEO OUTPUT jack (yellow) to connect the DVD micro system to your TV that supports the progressive video input. Hue Adjusts the hue level. It only works when...
... with Dolby Digital mode. ➜ Off: Select this when you to set up, see "Getting started-Setting up Progressive Scan feature". Otherwise, a distorted picture will appear on the TV. Brightness Adjusts the brightness level. Color Setting This menu helps you want to your TV using the VIDEO OUTPUT jack (yellow) to connect the DVD micro system to your TV that supports the progressive video input. Hue Adjusts the hue level. It only works when...
User manual
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... of the DVD player repeatedly to select "DVD" or press DISC on the top of electric shock. No power. Completely distorted picture or black/ white picture. See your TV owner's manual for help. Distorted or poor picture. If you are not connected accordingly, see "Getting star ted-Setting up Progressive Scan feature" for repair. Or, you see DVD screen on the TV remote control that selects Auxiliary or A/V IN channel. If...
... of the DVD player repeatedly to select "DVD" or press DISC on the top of electric shock. No power. Completely distorted picture or black/ white picture. See your TV owner's manual for help. Distorted or poor picture. If you are not connected accordingly, see "Getting star ted-Setting up Progressive Scan feature" for repair. Or, you see DVD screen on the TV remote control that selects Auxiliary or A/V IN channel. If...
User manual
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... the buttons are connected correctly. ✔ Replace the speaker cables. ✔ Disconnect the headphones. ✔ The system is fixed on the DVD disc. ✔ Depending on the TV, it may not be possible to change the rating level. ✔ Moisture has condensed inside the system. Position for best reception and secure to a wall. ✔ Connect an outdoor FM or AM antenna. ✔ Adjust the direction and...
... the buttons are connected correctly. ✔ Replace the speaker cables. ✔ Disconnect the headphones. ✔ The system is fixed on the DVD disc. ✔ Depending on the TV, it may not be possible to change the rating level. ✔ Moisture has condensed inside the system. Position for best reception and secure to a wall. ✔ Connect an outdoor FM or AM antenna. ✔ Adjust the direction and...
User manual
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..., while digital sound has specific numerical values.These jacks send audio through multiple channels, instead of several chapters. measured in each country. Chapter: Sections of a picture or a music piece on DVD, music, etc., in video software, or the entire album in spite of data sampling when analog data is needed to receive progressive scan output from disc to the signal recorded on a DVD. Parental control: A function of the DVD to a progressive display...
..., while digital sound has specific numerical values.These jacks send audio through multiple channels, instead of several chapters. measured in each country. Chapter: Sections of a picture or a music piece on DVD, music, etc., in video software, or the entire album in spite of data sampling when analog data is needed to receive progressive scan output from disc to the signal recorded on a DVD. Parental control: A function of the DVD to a progressive display...
Quick start guide
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... user manual for other TV connection options. - AC power 1 Connect the speaker and subwoofer cables. 2 Connect the AM and FM antennas. 3 Connect the control cable. 4 Connect the composite video and audio cables to the correct Video In channel. AM antenna 5 Speaker (right) 4 Subwoofer FM antenna 2 Speaker (left) 3 1 5 AC power Setting up the TV 1 Press SOURCE (DISC on the remote) to select disc source. 2 Turn on the TV and set it to a TV. 5 Connect the power cords of the system and TV. See the User Manual for proper connections and detailed setup...
... user manual for other TV connection options. - AC power 1 Connect the speaker and subwoofer cables. 2 Connect the AM and FM antennas. 3 Connect the control cable. 4 Connect the composite video and audio cables to the correct Video In channel. AM antenna 5 Speaker (right) 4 Subwoofer FM antenna 2 Speaker (left) 3 1 5 AC power Setting up the TV 1 Press SOURCE (DISC on the remote) to select disc source. 2 Turn on the TV and set it to a TV. 5 Connect the power cords of the system and TV. See the User Manual for proper connections and detailed setup...
Quick start guide
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... Menu Options" in the Eco Power mode, press and hold CLOCK on the remote. 2 When the hour digits flash, turn on to interlaced mode. 2) Press SYSTEM on the remote to normal standby mode first before proceeding with the procedures below : 1) Turn off your TV progressive scan mode or turn VOLUME-/+ on the system or press VOLUME+/- To set clock in the User Manual for 3 seconds or more to switch to set...
... Menu Options" in the Eco Power mode, press and hold CLOCK on the remote. 2 When the hour digits flash, turn on to interlaced mode. 2) Press SYSTEM on the remote to normal standby mode first before proceeding with the procedures below : 1) Turn off your TV progressive scan mode or turn VOLUME-/+ on the system or press VOLUME+/- To set clock in the User Manual for 3 seconds or more to switch to set...