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- Page 1 FWD186 DVD Mini Hi-Fi System...
- Page 2 CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure or other unsafe operation.
- Page 3 £ & ¡ ™ ≤...
- Page 4 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro-logic” and the double-D symbol are trade- marks of Dolby Laboratories. MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. US PAT. NO 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
Contents General Information/Maintenance Features ... 8 Discs for playback ... 8 Region codes Supplied accessories ... 9 Environmental information ... 10 Care and safety information ... 10 Connections Step 1: Placing speakers and subwoofer ... 11 Step 2: Connecting speakers and subwoofer...11 Step 3: Connecting TV set ... - Page 7 Tuner Operations Tuning to radio stations ... 35 Presetting radio stations ... 35-36 Automatic preset programming Manual preset programming Selecting a preset radio station ... 36 Deleting a preset radio station Changing tuning grid ... 36 Tape Operation/Recording Tape playback ... 37 General information on recording ...
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Page 8: General Information/Maintenance
General Information/Maintenance Features Your DVD Mini Hi-Fi System with 5.1-channel full analog amplifier creates the same dynamic sound qualities that you find in full-fledged cinemas and incorporates some of the best features in home theater technology. Other features include: Built-in DTS and Dolby Digital decoder, supporting virtual surround and stereo. -
Page 9: Environmental Information
● After prolonged use, dirt or dust may accumulate at the disc lens. To ensure good playback quality, clean the disc lens with Philips CD Lens Cleaner or any commercially available cleaner. Follow the instructions supplied with cleaner. Finding a suitable location ●... - Page 10 General Information/Maintenance Cleaning the head and the tape paths ● To ensure good recording and playback quality, clean the head A, the capstan(s) B, and pressure roller(s) C after every 50 hours of tape operation. ● Use a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.
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Page 11: Connections
Step 1: Placing speakers and subwoofer For best possible surround sound, all speakers (except subwoofer) should be placed at the same distance from the listening position . Place the front left and right speakers at equal distances from the TV set and at an angle of approximately 45 degrees from the listening position. -
Page 12: Step 3: Connecting Tv Set
Connections Step 3: Connecting TV set IMPORTANT! – You only need to make one video connection from the following options, according to the capabilities of your TV system. – S-Video or Component Video connection provides higher picture quality. These options must be available on your TV set. -
Page 13: Using S-Video In Jack
Antenna In jack (or labeled as 75 ohm or RF In), you will need a RF modulator in order to view the DVD playback via TV. See your electronics retailer or contact Philips for details on RF modulator availability and operations. Connections... -
Page 14: Step 4: Connecting Fm/Mw Antennas
Connections Step 4: Connecting FM/MW antennas ant enna fix the claw into the slot ● Connect the supplied MW loop antenna to the MW jack. Place the MW loop antenna on a shelf or attach it to a stand or wall. ●... -
Page 15: Step 6: Connecting A Vcr Or Cable/Satellite Box
Step 6: Connecting a VCR or cable/satellite box COMPONENT VIDEO IN S-VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO IN Viewing and listening to playback Connect the VCR or Cable/Satellite Box to the TV system as shown. Connect the system’s AUX IN jacks to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR or Cable/ Satellite box. -
Page 16: Basic Function
Basic Function Basic function IMPORTANT! Before you operate the system, complete the preparation procedures. Switching the system on ● Press STANDBY ON 2or SOURCE. ➜ The system will switch to the last selected source. ● Press DISC, TUNER, TAPE or AUX on the remote control. -
Page 17: Functional Overview
Controls on the system 1 STANDBY ON to switch the system on or Standby mode. 2 DISPLAY SCREEN to view the current status of the system. 3 DSC to select various sound effect: 4 SOURCE DISC to select disc tray. TUNER to select waveband:FM/MW. -
Page 18: Remote Control
Remote control Notes: – First, select the source you wish to control by pressing one of the source select keys on the remote control (DISC or TUNER, for example). – Then select the desired function ( ¡ , O or P for example). - Page 19 Functional Overview § KEY – to change the tone level to suit your vocal range. ECHO – to adjust the echo level in karaoke mode. • ZOOM to acces the Zoom functing. ª DISPLAY (OSD) – to view the time, title or chapter information. º...
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Page 20: Preparations
Turn on the TV set and set to the correct Video- In channel. You should see the blue Philips DVD background screen on the TV set. ➜ You may go to channel 1 on your TV set, then press the channel down button repeatedly until you see the Video In channel. -
Page 21: Step 3: Setting Language Preference
In disc mode, stop playback and press SYSTEM MENU. Select icon and press 4. Press 1 / ¡ / 5 / 4 keys on the remote control to toggle through the functions and select your preferred option. ➜ Move to and press ¡. -
Page 22: Disc Operations
Power on the TV system and set to the correct Video In channel . ➜ You should see the blue Philips DVD background screen on the TV set. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray and load a disc respectively. -
Page 23: Basic Playback Controls
Basic playback controls To start playback ● Press 38. To interrupt playback ● Press 38. ● To resume playback, press 38 again. To stop playback ● Press 7. Skipping to another title (track) / chapter ● Press O or P on the front panel or on the remote control repeatedly during playback to skip backward or forward. -
Page 24: Shuffle Play Mode
Disc Operations Shuffle play mode In this mode, all tracks in the current directory will be played once in a random order. In stop mode,press SHUFFLE repeatedly to select the following: SHUFFLE DISC ➜ REPEAT SHUFFLE DISC ➜ SHUFFLE OFF Press 38 to start shuffle play. -
Page 25: Special Dvd/Vcd Features
Special DVD/VCD features Changing subtitle language This operation only works on DVDs with multiple subtitle languages. ● Press SUBTITLE to select the desired language. Changing the pictures scales This operation only works on VCDs/DVDs/ JPEGs with images. For VCD/DVD: ● Press ZOOM to change the zooming scale: ZOOM X1.5 pZOOM X2 pZOOM X4 pZOOM OFF. -
Page 26: Playing From A Selected Point
Disc Operations Playing from a selected point This function allows you to start playback at any chosen time on the disc. For DVD Press GOTO twice to activate time menu. Enter hours, minutes and seconds from left to right in the time edit box using the numeric keys (0-9). -
Page 27: Viewing From Another Angle
Viewing from another angle If the playing DVD disc is recorded with multiple camera angles , the ANGLE mark on the setup page will be set to ON automatically. This allows you to view the picture from different angles. Angle selection is determined by the disc format. ANGLE ●... -
Page 28: Mp3/ Wma/ Divx/ Picture Disc Operations
MP3/ WMA/ DivX/ Picture Disc Operations Playing MP3/ WMA/ Picture disc (Kodak, JPEG) IMPORTANT! – You have to turn on your TV set and set to the correct Video In channel. MP3/ WMA/JPEG Picture disc Load an MP3/Picture (JPEG) disc. ➜... -
Page 29: Playing Divx Disc
MP3/ WMA/ DivX/ Picture Disc Operations Playing DivX disc There are two types of subtitle available on DivX disc: embedded subtitle and external subtitle. Load a DivX disc. ➜ Press DISC MENU to set the menu on. ➜ In stop mode, the SMART NAVI appears on the TV screen. -
Page 30: Dvd Menu Operations
DVD Menu Operations Using the menu bar You can continue some operations directly via the menu bar on the TV screen without interrupting the disc playback. But when you enter (SETUP MENU), the playback will pause. In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. ➜... -
Page 31: Using The Setup Menu(User Preferance Settings)
Using the setup menu (user preference settings) This DVD setup is carried out via your TV set, enabling you to customize the DVD Mini Hi-Fi System to suit your particular requirements. 2 , 3 In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. ➜... -
Page 32: Improving The Image For Progressive Scan Video
DVD Menu Operations Improving the image for progressive scan video output setting This feature is only applicable when you have connect this system to a Progressive Scan TV system throngh the Component Video jacks TV SHAPE TV SYSTEM PROGRESSIVE SCR SAVER PROGRESSIVE NOW OFF Select this a conventional TV set is connect to yor system. -
Page 33: Changing The Password
Changing the password You can change the four-digit code used as Password. In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. Select icon and press 4. Press 1 / ¡ / 5 / 4 on the remote control to navigate in the menu. ➜... -
Page 34: Restricting Playback By Setting Parental Level
DVD Menu Operations Restricting playback by setting parental level Some DVDs may have a parental level assigned to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. This feature lets you set a playback limitation level. The rating levels are from 1 to 8 and are country specific. -
Page 35: Tuner Operations
IMPORTANT! – Make sure FM and MW antennas are connected. Tuning to radio stations Press TUNER to select “FM XX” or “MW XX”. Press and hold 1 / ¡ on the system or on the remote control until the frequency indication starts to change, then release. -
Page 36: Manual Preset Programming
Tuner Operations Manual preset programming Press TUNER (BAND) repeatedly to select the desired tuner band: FM or MW. Press and hold 1 / ¡ on the system or on the remote control to search a radio frequency. Press PROGRAM. ➜ “PROG” and “P 00:00” will display. Press O / P or numeric keys (0-9) to select the desired preset number. -
Page 37: Tape Operation/Recording
IMPORTANT! – Before playing a tape, check and tighten slack tape with a pencil. Slack tape may get jammed or may burst in the mechanism. – Store tapes at room temperature and do not put them too close to a magnetic field (for example, a transformer, TV set or speaker). -
Page 38: Preparation For Recording
Tape Operation/Recording IMPORTANT! – Recording is permissible if copyright or other rights of third parties are not infringed upon. – Recording is possible only in tape deck. Preparation for recording Load a recordable tape into tape deck with the full spool to the left. Prepare the source to the recorded. -
Page 39: Sound And Volume Controls
Sound control Selecting sound effect The digital sound effect allows you to select from various preset modes that control the frequency bands of sound to optimize certain musical styles. It greatly enhances the excitement and enjoyment of your favorite music. ●... -
Page 40: Other Functions
Other Functions Switching on/off Switching the system ON In Standby ● Press STANDBY ON ➜ The system will go back to its previous status. ● Press DISC, TUNER, TAPE, AUX ➜ The system will switch to the selected source. Switching the system to STANDBY mode In any other source mode ●... -
Page 41: Karaoke
Karaoke Connect a microphone (not supplied) to the system to sing along with the music source. Connect a microphone to the MIC jack. ➜ “ ” will appear on the display. ➜ “MICROPHONE PLUG IN” will display on your TV screen. ●... -
Page 42: Specifications
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Output power ... 2800 W PMPO Stereo mode ... 2x30+3x30+ 60 RMS Frequency Response . 150 Hz - 18 kHz / ± 3 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio . > 60dB (VN-WEIGHED) Input Sensitivity AUX In ... 500 mV Output Sensitivity Headphone ... -
Page 43: 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. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Sound cannot be heard or is of poor quality Poor radio reception. Recording or playback cannot be made The tape deck door cannot open Left and right sound outputs are reversed. The remote control does not function. The display is dark. –... -
Page 45: Glossary
Analog: Sound that has not been turned into numbers. Analog sound varies, while digital sound has specific 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.