Philips HTS3440 User Manual
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- Page 1 DVD Home Theater System User Manual Manuel D’utilisation Manual del usuario HTS3450 HTS3440...
- Page 2 Registering your model with PHILIPS makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don't miss out. Complete and return your Product Registration Card at once, or register online at www.philips.com/usasupport to ensure:...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that... -
Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity
MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.’ Declaration of Conformity Model number: HTS3450, HTS3440 Trade Name: Philips Responsible Party: Philips Consumer Electronics A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corp. P. O. Box 671539 Marietta, GA 30006-0026 1-800-PHILIPS (744-5477) - Page 5 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories, “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. Noís. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pending.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents General General Information ... 8 Setup precautions ...8 Accessories supplied ...8 Cleaning discs ...8 About recycling ...8 Product Overview Main Unit ... 9 Remote Control ...10-12 Using the remote control ...12 Connections Basic Connections ...13-18 Step 1 : Placing the speakers ...13 Step 2 : Connecting the speakers to AV subwoofer ...14 Step 3 : Connecting the AV subwoofer to DVD system ...15 Step 4 : Connecting the FM/AM antennas ...15... - Page 7 Other playback features for video discs (DVD/VCD/SVCD) ...27 Using the Disc Menu ...27 Viewing playback information ... 28 Resuming playback from the last stopped point ... 28 Zooming in ... 28 Changing subtitle language (DVD only) ... 28 Changing sound track language ...29 Selecting camera angles ...29 Playback Control (VCD only) ...29 Preview function (VCD/SVCD only) ...29...
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Page 8: General Information
General Information CAUTION! The machine does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Please leave all maintenance work to qualifi ed personnel. Setup precautions Finding a suitable location – Place the set on a fl at, hard and stable surface. Do not place the set on a carpet. –... -
Page 9: Main Unit
HTS3450 HTS3440 STANDBY ON 2 – Turns on the system or turns off to Eco Power standby mode. Disc tray OPEN CLOSE ç – Opens/ closes the disc tray. System display panel USB port – Input for USB fl ash drive or USB memory card reader. -
Page 10: Remote Control
– TUNER: press and hold this button to erase the current preset radio station. TV VOL +- – Adjusts TV volume (Philips TV only.) Numeric keypad (0-9) – Enters a track/title number of the disc. – Enters a number of a preset radio station. - Page 11 . > – DISC: press and hold this button for fast forward and backward search. – TV: selects previous/next channel (Philips TV only.) – TUNER: selects a preset radio station. PAUSE Å – DISC: pauses playback.
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Page 12: Using The Remote Control
Remote Control Using the remote control Open the battery compartment. Insert two batteries type R03 or AAA, following the indications (+-) inside the compartment. Close the cover. Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor (iR) on the front panel. Select the source you wish to control by pressing the DISC, TUNER, TV or AUX/DI button on the remote control. -
Page 13: Basic Connections
Step 1: Placing the speakers The Philips Home Theater System is simple to install. However, proper system placement is critical to ensure an optimum sound experience. Place the front left and right speakers at equal distances from the TV and at an angle of approximately 45 degrees from the listening position. -
Page 14: Step 2: Connecting The Speakers To Av Subwoofer
Basic Connections (continued) FRONT RIGHT CENTER FRONT LEFT REAR REAR RIGHT LEFT Step 2: Connecting the speakers to AV subwoofer Connect all the speakers to the speaker jacks at the rear of the AV subwoofer. Make sure that the colors of the plugs and jacks are matched. -
Page 15: Step 3: Connecting The Av Subwoofer To Dvd System
Step 3: Connecting the AV subwoofer to DVD system Use the supplied inter-connect cable to connect TO AV SUBWOOFER jack at the rear of the DVD system to the TO DVD SYSTEM jack at the rear of the AV subwoofer. Tighten the screws beside the inter- connect cable to secure the connection. -
Page 16: Step 5: Connecting To Tv
Basic Connections Step 5: Connecting to TV This connection enables you to view the playback from this DVD system. You only need to choose one of the options below to make the video connection. – For a standard TV, follow option 1 or –... -
Page 17: Option 3: Connecting To A Progressive Scan Tv Or Component Video Input
RF modulator in order to view the DVD playback on the TV. See your electronics retailer or contact Philips for details about RF modulator availability and operations. Use the supplied composite video cable (yellow) to connect the DVD system’s CVBS jack to the video input jack on the RF modulator. -
Page 18: Step 6: Connecting The Power Cord
Basic Connections Step 6: Connecting the power cord After everything is connected properly, plug the AC power cord into the power outlet. The Eco Power LED on the DVD system and the AV subwoofer will light up. Never make or change any connections with the power turned on. -
Page 19: Optional Connections
Connecting audio from TV When connecting the audio output from your TV to this Home Theater Audio System, you will have the sound of the TV output on all the speakers. It will enable you to enjoy the multi-channel surround sound capabilities. Use an audio cable (red/white - not supplied) to connect the TV IN jacks on this DVD system to the AUDIO OUT... -
Page 20: Getting Started
PPress the SOURCE button on the front panel repeatedly to select : DISC DISC ... HTS3450 HTS3440 Press DISC/USB, TUNER, TV or AUX/DI on the remote control. If the USB is detected, pressing the DISC/USB will toggle between DISC and USB mode. -
Page 21: Step 3: Setting Language Preferences
Step 3: Setting language preferences The language options are different depending on your country or region. It may not correspond to the illustrations shown on the user manual. On-screen display (OSD) language The OSD (On-Screen Display) language for this DVD system will remain as you have set it, regardless of the changes made to the DVD disc language. -
Page 22: Step 4: Setting The Tv Display
Getting Started (continued) If the language you want is not available in the list, select { Others. } Use the numeric keypad (0-9) on the remote control to enter the 4-digit language code ‘XXXX’ (see last page) and press OK to confi rm. Repeat steps for other settings. -
Page 23: Step 5: Setting Up Progressive Scan Feature
Step 5: Setting up Progressive Scan feature (for Progressive Scan TV only) The progressive scan displays twice the number of frames per second than interlaced scanning (ordinary normal TV system.) With nearly double the number of lines, progressive scan offers higher picture resolution and quality. -
Page 24: Step 6: Setting The Speakers' Channels
Getting Started (continued) Step 6: Setting the speakers’ channels You can adjust the delay times (center and surround only) and volume level for individual speakers. These adjustments let you optimize the sound according to your surroundings and setup. Before you start... Stop the disc playback by pressing STOP button twice or remove the disc from the disc tray. -
Page 25: Disc Operations
Playable discs Your DVD home theater system will play: – Digital Versatile Discs (DVDs) – Video CDs (VCDs) – Super Video CDs (SVCDs) – Finalized DVD Recordable (DVD±R), DVD Rewritable (DVD±RW) – Audio Compact Discs (CDs) – MP3/ Windows Media™ Audio discs, picture (Kodak, JPEG) fi les on CD-R(W) –... -
Page 26: Basic Playback Controls
Disc Operations Basic playback controls Pausing playback During playback, press u (or Å on the remote control.) While in pause mode, you can press Å repeatedly to view the next still picture (for video playback only.) To resume playback, press u (or PLAY on the remote control.) Selecting another track/chapter... -
Page 27: Programming Disc Tracks
Programming disc tracks (not for Picture CD/MP3) You can play the contents of the disc in the order you want by programming the playing order of the tracks. Press PROGRAM on the remote control. The programming menu appears. Exit Start Use the numeric keypad (0-9) to enter a valid track/chapter number. -
Page 28: Viewing Playback Information
Disc Operations Viewing playback information This DVD system can display the disc playback information (for example, title or chapter number, elapsed playing time, audio/subtitle language) and a number of operations can be done without interrupting disc playback. During playback, press DISPLAY. A list of available disc information appears on the TV. -
Page 29: Changing Sound Track Language
Changing sound track language This operation works only on DVDs with multiple soundtrack languages, you can change the language you want while playing a DVD. Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the available audio languages. For VCD – changing the audio channel Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the available audio channels provided by the... -
Page 30: Playing An Mp3/ Jpeg/Window Media Audio Disc
Disc Operations Playing an MP3/ JPEG/ Windows Media Audio disc ™ This DVD system can playback most of the MP3, JPEG and Windows Media™ Audio fi les recorded on a CD-R/RW disc or commercial CD. Before you start ... Turn on your TV to the correct Video In channel. -
Page 31: Playing A Jpeg Image Fi Le (Slide Show)
Playing a JPEG image fi le (slide show) Before you start ... Turn on your TV to the correct Video In channel. See the section on “Finding the correct viewing channel.” Insert a Picture disc (Kodak Picture CD, JPEG.) For a Kodak disc, the slide show will begin automatically. -
Page 32: Playing Mp3 Music And Jpeg Pictures Simultaneously
Disc Operations Playing MP3 music and JPEG pictures simultaneously You can create a musical slide show if the disc contains both the MP3 music and JPEG picture fi les. Insert an MP3 disc that contains music and pictures. Select an MP3 track in the menu and (or u) to start press PLAY playback. -
Page 33: Usb Operations
Insert a USB fl ash drive or USB memory card reader into the USB port on the front panel. HTS3450 HTS3440 A message will appear on the TV for 5 (fi ve) seconds when the device is detected. Press DISC/USB to select device... -
Page 34: Dvd Setup Menu Options
DVD Setup Menu Options Accessing the DVD setup menu This DVD system setup is carried out via the TV, enabling you to customise the DVD system to suit your particular requirements. In ‘DISC’ mode, press SETUP on the remote control. The setup menu appears. -
Page 35: General Setup Page
{ On } { Off } DivX(R) VOD code Philips provides you with the DivX¨ VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX¨ VOD service. Press code and press OK to exit. -
Page 36: Audio Setup Page
DVD Setup Menu Options Audio Setup Page (underlined options are the factory default settings) Speakers Volume Access the speaker’s level setup menu. Use the volume level for each connected speaker between -6dB to +6dB. Speakers Delay Access the speaker’s distance setup menu. Use the delay times for the center and rear speakers based on the listening position and distance. -
Page 37: Video Setup Page
DVD Setup Menu Options Video Setup Page (underlined options are the factory default settings) TV Type The color system for this DVD system is { NTSC }. It can support NTSC-system TV. This DVD system will automatically convert the PAL disc video output to NTSC format. TV Display The picture shape can be adjusted to fi t your TV. - Page 38 DVD Setup Menu Options Video Setup Page (underlined options are the factory default settings) Picture Setting This DVD system provides three predefi ned sets of picture color settings and one personal setting which you can defi ne yourself. { Standard } { Bright } { Soft } { Personal }...
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Page 39: Preference Setup Page
DVD Setup Menu Options Preference Setup Page Audio Selects the preferred audio language for DVD playback. Subtitle Selects the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback. Disc Menu Selects the preferred disc menu language for DVD playback. Note: If the selected audio/subtitle/disc menu language is not available on the DVD, the disc’s default language will be used instead. -
Page 40: Preference Setup
DVD Setup Menu Options Preference Setup Page DivX Subtitle Selects the font type that supports the recorded DivX subtitle. { Standard } { Others } Default This feature enables you to reset all the setup menu options and your personal settings to the factory defaults, except your password for the Disc Lock. -
Page 41: Tuner Operations
IMPORTANT! Make sure the FM and AM antennas are connected. Tuning to radio stations Press SOURCE repeatedly until “FM” appears on the display panel (or press TUNER on the remote control.) Press briefl y on the remote control to start tuning. “SEARCH >... -
Page 42: Using Automatic Preset
Tuner Operations Press PLAY until “START ...” appears on the display panel. The system will start searching from the FM band followed by the AM band. All the available radio stations with strong signal will be stored automatically. Once complete, the last tuned radio station will be played back. -
Page 43: Sound And Volume Controls
MUTE SURR. SOUND Selecting surround sound Press SURR. to select : DOLBY+PL II (multi-channel) or STEREO. The availability of the various surround sound modes depends on the sound available on the disc. The center and rear speakers operate only in multi-channel surround mode. The available output modes for Multi- channel include: Dolby Digital, DTS (Digital Theater Systems) Surround and... -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
If a fault occurs, fi rst check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If you are unable to solve a problem by following these instructions, consult your dealer or Philips for help. Problem (General) No power. - Page 45 Problem (Playback) The DVD system does not start playback. The aspect ratio of the screen cannot be changed even though you have set the TV display. Cannot activate some features such as Angles, Subtitles, or multi-language Audio. Not able to select some items in the setup/system menu.
- Page 46 Troubleshooting Problem (USB) The contents of the USB fl ash drive cannot be read. Slow operation of the USB fl ash drive. (continued) Solution – The USB fl ash drive format is not compatible with the system. – Drive is formatted with a different fi le system which is not supported by this DVD system (e.g.
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Page 47: Specifi Cations
Eco Standby power: < 0.5 W Dimensions(w x h x d): - HTS3450: 435 x 55 x 327 (mm) 17.13 x 2.17 x 12.87 (inches) - HTS3440: 435 x 55 x 324 (mm) 17.13 x 2.17 x 12.76 (inches) Weight: 2.44 kg... -
Page 48: Glossary
Glossary Analog: Sound that has not been turned into numbers. Analog sound varies, while digital sound has specifi c numerical values. These jacks send audio through two channels, the left and right. Aspect ratio: The ratio of vertical and horizontal sizes of a displayed image. The horizontal vs. -
Page 49: Glossary
Glossary (continued) Playback control (PBC): Refers to the signal recorded on video CDs or SVCDs for controlling playback. By using menu screens recorded on a Video CD or SVCD that supports PBC, you can enjoy interactive playback and searching. Progressive Scan: The progressive scan displays twice the number of frames per second than in an ordinary TV system. -
Page 50: Frequently Asked Questions (Usb)
Frequently Asked Questions (USB) Why does it take so long to display the contents on my USB device? – This could be due to the large numbers of fi les (>500 fi les/folders) or size of the fi les (>1MB). –... -
Page 51: Limited Warranty
Philips is not liable for any damage to or loss of any programs, data, or other information stored on any media contained with- in the product, or any non-Philips product or part not covered by this warranty.