Philips HTS3181 5.1 Home Theater System

1 Important

Safety and important notice

⚠️ Warning

• Risk of overheating! Never install the product in a confined space. Always leave a space of at least 4 inches around the product for ventilation. Ensure curtains or other objects never cover the ventilation slots on the product.
• Never place the product, remote control or batteries near naked flames or other heat sources, including direct sunlight.
• Only use this product indoors. Keep this product away from water, moisture and liquid-filled objects.
• Never place this product on other electrical equipment.
• Keep away from this product during lightning storms.
• Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam.

Copyright

The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including computer programmes, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence. This equipment should not be used for such purposes.

Macrovision copyright

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Recycle notice

This electronic equipment contains a large number of materials that can be recycled or reused if disassembled by a specialized company. If you are disposing of an old machine, please take it to a recycling center. Please observe the local regulations regarding disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old equipment.

About Progressive Scan

Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 525 or 625 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the 'standard definition' output. If there are questions regarding TV set compatibility with this model 525p and 625p DVD player, please contact the customer service center.

Trademark notice

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

DivX, DivX Ultra Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. Official DivX® Ultra Certified product. Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with enhanced playback of DivX® media files and the DivX® Media Format. Plays DivX® video with menus, subtitles and audio tracks.

Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

The USB-IF Logos are trademarks of Universal Serial Bus Implementers Forum, Inc.

ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks.

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Feature highlights

• Listen to rich uncompressed multi-channel surround sound: This Home Theater System supports 5.1 channels of uncompressed audio that delivers a real-to-life sound experience as if you are listening to it live.
• USB direct: Simply plug your USB device into the USB jack to play your MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX files.
• Sync the audio output with the video play: Synchronize audio and video by delaying the audio output if the video signal sent to the TV is slower than the audio streams.
• Screen Fit: View the movie in full screen display on any TV. It is only applicable to DVD and JPEG files.
• Karaoke scoring function: Karaoke scoring gives a score and a comment for each performance. Have your singing performance scored for even more karaoke fun at home!

Region codes

You can play discs with the following region codes.

Product overview

Remote control

Diagram Description: The remote control features numerous buttons for operation. Key buttons include:

• [STANDBY-ON]: Turns the system on or switches to standby mode.
• [OPEN/CLOSE]: Opens or closes the disc compartment.
• Source Buttons: Selects audio input source ([AUDIO SOURCE]), switches to FM radio ([RADIO]), switches to USB ([USB]), or switches to disc ([DISC]).
• [SETUP]: Accesses or exits the setup menu.
• Navigation Buttons: Used for navigating menus, fast backward/forward search, tuning radio frequencies, and auto search.
• [INFO]: Displays disc information or photo file thumbnails.
• [PLAY/PAUSE]: Starts, pauses, or resumes playback.
• [STOP]: Stops disc play.
• [SURR] (Surround Sound): Switches between surround sound or stereo sound.
• [AUDIO SYNC]: Selects audio language/channel and adjusts audio delay.
• Numeric Buttons: Selects items for playback.
• [SUBTITLE]: Selects subtitle language for video.
• [VOCAL]: Changes the audio channel for karaoke discs.
• [MIC (VOL +/-)]: Adjusts microphone volume.
• [REPEAT / PROGRAM]: Selects repeat or shuffle mode; resets radio presets.
• [OK]: Confirms an entry or selection.
• [BACK]: Returns to a previous screen or menu.
• [PREVIOUS/NEXT]: Skips to the previous or next title, chapter, or track.
• [MUTE]: Mutes or restores audio output.
• [VOL +/-]: Increases or decreases volume.
• [SOUND]: Selects a predefined sound effect.
• [ZOOM]: Zooms in or out of the picture; fits picture format to TV screen.
• [KARAOKE]: Accesses or exits the karaoke menu.

Main unit

Diagram Description: The main unit features controls on the front and connections on the rear.

Front Panel:

• [STANDBY-ON]: Turns the system on or switches to standby mode.
• Disc Compartment: Where discs are inserted.
• [OPEN/CLOSE]: Opens or closes the disc compartment.
• [PLAY/PAUSE]: Starts, pauses, or resumes disc play.
• [STOP]: Stops disc play.
• [SOURCE]: Selects media to play or audio source.
• Display Panel: Shows system status.

Rear Panel:

• FM Antenna Jack: For connecting the FM antenna.
• [AUDIO OUT]: Audio output for connecting to other devices.
• [AUDIO IN-AUX 1]: Audio input for AUX 1.
• [AUDIO IN-AUX 2]: Audio input for AUX 2.
• [USB JACK]: Connects a USB supported device.

3 Connect

Make the following connections to use your Home Theater System.

Basic connections:

• Video
• Speakers and subwoofer
• Power

Optional connections:

• Radio antenna
• Audio
• Audio from TV
• Audio from cable box/recorder/game console
• Other devices
• USB device

ℹ️ Note

• Refer to the type plate at the back or bottom of the product for identification and supply ratings.
• Before you make or change any connections, ensure that all devices are disconnected from the power outlet.

? Tip

Different types of connectors can be used to connect this product, depending on availability and your needs. A comprehensive interactive guide to help you connect your product is available at www.connectivityguide.philips.com.

Place the product

• Place the product where it cannot be pushed, pulled over or knocked down. Do not place it in an enclosed cabinet.
• Be sure that you have full access to the power cord for easy disconnection of the product from the power supply.

Diagram Description: Recommended speaker placement for optimal sound.

• 1 Place the home theater near your TV.
• 2 Place the speakers system at normal listening height and parallel to your listening area.
• 3 Place the subwoofer in the corner of the room or at least 1 meter/3 feet away from your TV.

? Tip

To reduce interference or noise, place the home theater away from radiation devices.

Connect video cables

Connect this Home Theater System to TV to view disc play. Select the best video connection that the TV can support.

• Option 1: Connect to the VIDEO jack (for a standard TV).
• Option 2: Connect to the component video jacks (for a standard TV or Progressive Scan TV).

ℹ️ Note: You must connect this Home Theater System directly to a TV.

Option 1: Connect to the Video (CVBS) jack

Diagram Description: A composite video cable connects the VIDEO jack on the Home Theater System to the VIDEO input jack on the TV.

1 Connect a composite video cable to the VIDEO jack on this Home Theater System and the VIDEO input jack on the TV.

ℹ️ Note

• The video input jack on the TV might be labeled as A/V IN, VIDEO IN, COMPOSITE or BASEBAND.
• This type of connection provides standard picture quality.

Option 2: Connect to the component video jack

Diagram Description: A component video cable (Y, Pb, Pr) connects the Y Pb Pr jacks on the Home Theater System to the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks on the TV.

1 Connect the component video cable (not supplied) to the Y Pb Pr jacks on this Home Theater System and the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks on the TV.

• If a progressive scan TV is used, you may turn on the progressive scan mode. (see 'Get started' > ‘Turn on Progressive Scan').

ℹ️ Note

• The component video input jack on the TV might be labeled as Y Pb Pr, Y Cb Cr or YUV.
• This type of connection provides good picture quality.

Connect speakers and subwoofer

Diagram Description: Color-coded connections for speakers and subwoofer.

1 Connect the speakers and subwoofer to the matching jacks on this Home Theater System.

• FRONT LEFT: Black
• FRONT RIGHT: Green
• CENTER: Orange
• REAR LEFT: Blue
• REAR RIGHT: Gray
• SUBWOOFER: Red

ℹ️ Note: Ensure that the colors of the plugs and jacks are matched.

Connect radio antenna

Diagram Description: FM antenna connects to the FM75Ω jack.

1 Connect the FM antenna to the FM75Ω jack on this Home Theater System (for some models, this cable is already connected).

2 Extend the FM antenna and fix its ends to the wall.

? Tip: For better FM stereo reception, connect to an external FM antenna.

Connect audio cables/other devices

Route the audio from other devices to this Home Theater System to enjoy audio play with multi-channel surround capabilities.

Connect audio from TV

Diagram Description: Audio cables connect from the TV's AUDIO output jacks to the Home Theater System's AUDIO IN-AUX1 jacks.

1 Connect the audio cables (not supplied) to the AUDIO IN-AUX1 jacks on this Home Theater System and the AUDIO output jacks on the TV.

ℹ️ Note: To listen to the audio output from this connection, press [AUDIO SOURCE] repeatedly until ‘AUX1' is displayed on the display panel.

Connect audio from cable box/recorder/game console

Diagram Description: Audio cables connect from the device's AUDIO output jacks to the Home Theater System's AUDIO IN-AUX2 jacks.

1 Connect the audio cables (not supplied) to the AUDIO IN-AUX2 jacks on this Home Theater System and the AUDIO output jacks on the device.

ℹ️ Note: To listen to the audio output from this connection, press [AUDIO SOURCE] repeatedly until ‘AUX2' is displayed on the display panel.

Connect USB device

Diagram Description: A USB storage device is connected to the USB jack on the Home Theater System.

1 Connect a USB storage device to the [USB JACK] on this Home Theater System.

ℹ️ Note

• This Home Theater System can only play/view MP3, WMA, DivX (Ultra) or JPEG files that are stored on such devices.
• Press [USB] to access the content and play the files.

Connect power cord

⚠️ Warning: Risk of product damage! Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed on the back or the underside of the product.

1 Connect the power cord to the power outlet when all the required connections are done.

➡️ This product is ready to be set up for use.

4 Get started

Insert the remote control batteries

Diagram Description: Shows how to open the battery compartment, insert batteries, and close the cover.

1 Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote control.

2 Insert the 2 supplied batteries (AAA). Be sure the + and - ends of the batteries line up with the markings inside the case.

3 Slide the cover back into position.

ℹ️ Note

• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaline, etc.).
• Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the remote control is not to be used for a long time.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, they should be disposed of properly.

Control a play source

1 Press [RADIO], [USB] or [DISC] button to select the source you wish to control.

2 Select the desired function (for example, [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️).

Navigate through the menu

Diagram Description: Shows the remote control pointing at the system's sensor and a table of navigation buttons and their actions.

1 Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the product and select the desired function.

2 Press the following buttons on the remote control to navigate through the on-screen menus:

Find the correct viewing channel

1 Press [STANDBY-ON] ▶️ to turn on this product.

2 Press [DISC] to switch to disc mode.

3 Turn on the TV and switch to the correct video-in channel in one of the following ways:

• Go to the lowest channel on your TV, then press the Channel Down button until you see the Philips screen.
• Press [SOURCE] button repeatedly on the remote control of your TV.

? Tip: The video-in channel is between the lowest and highest channels and may be called FRONT, A/V IN, VIDEO, HDMI etc. See the TV user manual on how to select the correct input on the TV.

Select menu display language

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the 'General Setup' menu showing language options.

1 Press [DISC].

2 Press [SETUP]. ➡️ [General Setup] menu is displayed.

3 Press ⬇️.

4 Press ⬇️ to select [OSD Language] in the menu, then press ➡️.

• The language options are different depending on your country or region. It may not correspond to the illustration shown here.

5 Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to select a language, then press [OK].

? Tip: You can set the default language for DVD disc menu (see 'Adjust settings' > ‘Preference' > [Disc Menu]).

Turn on Progressive Scan

If the TV supports progressive scan output, you can connect this Home Theater System and the TV using component video connection. (see 'Connect video cables' > 'Option 2: Connect to the component video jack').

Video Setup Table:

1 Turn on the TV and ensure that the TV progressive scan mode is deactivated (see the TV user manual).

2 Switch the TV to the correct viewing channel for this Home Theater System.

3 Press [DISC].

4 Press [SETUP].

5 Press ⬇️ to select [Video Setup] in the menu, then press ➡️.

6 Select [Progressive] > [On], then press [OK]. ➡️ A warning message is displayed.

7 To proceed, select [Ok] and press [OK]. ➡️ The progressive setup is complete.

ℹ️ Note

• If a blank/distorted screen is displayed, wait for 15 seconds for the auto recover.
• If no picture displayed, turn off the progressive scan mode as follows: 1) Press [OPEN/CLOSE] ?️ to open the disc compartment. 2) Press ⬅️. 3) Press [SUBTITLE].

8 Press [SETUP] to exit the menu.

9 You can now turn on the progressive scan mode on the TV.

ℹ️ Note: If distorted picture is displayed, turn off the progressive scan feature on this product and TV.

Change speaker settings

Ideally, the distance between listening position and all the speakers should be the same. If not, change the speaker settings based on their distance from the listening position to obtain the best possible surround sound.

Audio Setup Table:

1 Press [DISC].

2 Press [SETUP].

3 Press ⬇️ to select [Audio Setup] in the menu, then press ➡️.

• If the speaker setup option is not accessible, press ⬇️ twice before you press [SETUP].

To set the speakers level

1 Select [Speakers Volume] in the menu, then press ➡️.

Speakers Volume Setup Table:

2 Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to change the volume level, then press [OK]. ➡️ The test tone is emitted from the speaker.

• Repeat the above setting for other speakers until all the speakers output level sounds equally balance.
• To exit the menu, press [SETUP].

To set the output delay time (center and rear speakers only)

1 Select [Speakers Delay] in the menu, then press ➡️.

Speakers Distance Setup Table:

2 Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to set the delay time, then press [OK].

• Repeat the above setting for other speakers until the sound output from different speakers reach the listening position at the same time.
• To exit the menu, press [SETUP].

? Tip

• Set a longer delay time if the center speaker or rear speaker is closer to the listening position than the front speaker.
• Allow 1ms setting for every 1 foot distance between the speaker and the listening position.

Select a play source

On the main unit

Press [SOURCE] button repeatedly to select: DISC > USB > FM > AUX 1 > AUX 2 > DISC ...

On the remote control

Press [AUDIO SOURCE] repeatedly to switch to the connected audio source.

• Press [RADIO] to switch to FM band.
• Press [USB] to switch to USB mode.
• Press [DISC] to switch to disc mode.

5 Play

Play a disc

Caution

• Never place any objects other than discs into the disc compartment.
• Never touch the disc optical lens inside the disc compartment.

1 Press [OPEN/CLOSE] ?️ to open the disc compartment.

2 Insert a disc with its label facing up.

• For double-sided disc, load the side to play faces up.

3 Press [CLOSE] to close the disc compartment and start disc play.

• To view disc play, turn on the TV to the correct viewing channel for this Home Theater System.
• To stop disc play, press [STOP] ⏹️.

ℹ️ Note

• Check the types of discs supported (see 'Specifications' > ‘Playback media').
• If the password entry menu is displayed, enter the password before you can play the locked or restricted disc.
• If you pause or stop a disc for about 15 minutes, the screen saver activates. To deactivate the screen saver, press [DISC].
• After you pause or stop a disc and no buttons are pressed within 30 minutes, this Home Theater System automatically switches to standby mode.

Play video

ℹ️ Note: For video disc, playback always resumes from the point where it was last stopped. To start play from the beginning, press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️ while the message is displayed.

Control video play

1 Play a title.

2 Use the remote control to control the title.

Change video play

ℹ️ Note: Some operations may not work with some discs. See the information accompanying the disc for details.

Access DVD menu

1 Press [DISC] to access disc main menu.

2 Select a play option, then press [OK].

• In some menus, press the Numeric buttons to input your selection.
• To return to the title menu during play, press [BACK].

Access VCD menu or preview menu

The PBC (Playback Control) for VCD is activated by default in the factory. When you load in a VCD, the contents menu is displayed.

1 Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ or the Numeric buttons to select a play option, then press [OK] to start play.

• If PBC is off, it skips the menu and starts play from the first title.
• To return to the menu during play, press [BACK] (only possible if the PBC mode is on).

2 Press [DISC] to preview the contents of the disc. ➡️ To exit the menu, press [DISC].

Select Digest Type:

• Track Digest
• Disc Interval
• Track Interval

3 Select a preview play option, then press [OK].

Sync audio output with video play

If the video play is slower than the audio output (sound does not match with the pictures), you can delay the audio output to match the video.

Diagram Description: Shows the [AUDIO SYNC] button and [VOL +/-] buttons on the remote.

1 Press and hold [AUDIO SYNC] until 'AUDIO SYNC XXX' is displayed. 'XXX' denotes the delay time.

2 Within five seconds, press [VOL +/-] to set the delay time for audio output.

ℹ️ Note: If the volume control is not used within 5 seconds, it resumes normal volume control function.

Repeat play a specific section

1 During playback, press [INFO] ℹ️. ➡️ The disc status menu is displayed.

2 Select [Repeat] in the menu, then press ➡️.

3 Move to [Repeat AB] in the menu, then press [OK] to set the starting point.

4 Press [OK] again to set the ending point. ➡️ Repeat play starts.

5 To cancel repeat play, select [Off] and press [OK].

ℹ️ Note: The marked section for repeat play is only possible within a track/title.

View video play from different camera angles

1 During play, press [INFO] ℹ️. ➡️ The disc status menu is displayed.

2 Select [Angle], then press ➡️.

3 Press the Numeric buttons to select an angle option. ➡️ Play changes to the selected angle.

ℹ️ Note: Applicable only to discs contain multi-angle scenes.

Quick skip play to a specific time

1 During play, press [INFO] ℹ️. ➡️ The disc status menu is displayed.

2 Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to view information, then press [OK].

• [TT Time] (title time)
• [Ch Time] (chapter time)
• [Disc Time] (disc time)
• [Track Time] (track time)

3 Press the Numeric buttons to enter the time where you want to skip to, then press [OK].

ℹ️ Note: The options are different depending on the disc type.

Play DivX® video

DivX video is a digital media format that retains high quality despite a high rate of compression. You can enjoy DivX video on this DivX® Certified product.

1 Insert a disc or USB that contains the DivX videos.

2 Press [DISC] or [USB]. ➡️ A contents menu is displayed.

3 Select a title to play, then press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️.

4 Use the remote control to control the title.

ℹ️ Note

• You can only play DivX videos that were rented or purchased with the DivX registration code of this Home Theater System (see 'Adjust settings' > ‘General setup' > [DivX(R) VOD Code]).
• You can play DivX video files of up to 4GB.
• If the subtitle does not appear correctly, change the character set (see 'Adjust settings' > 'Preference' > [DivX Subtitle]).
• This Home Theater System can display up to 45 characters in the subtitle.

Play music

Control audio track play

1 Play a track.

2 Use the remote control to control the track.

Play MP3/WMA music

MP3/WMA is a type of highly compressed audio file (files with .mp3 or .wma extensions).

1 Insert a disc or USB that contains the MP3/WMA music.

2 Press [DISC] or [USB]. ➡️ A contents menu is displayed.

3 Select a folder, then press [OK].

4 Select a track to play, then press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️.

• To return to the main menu, press [BACK] ⬅️ or press ⬆️ until 'Previous' folder is selected, then press [OK].

ℹ️ Note

• For disc recorded in multiple sessions, only the first session is played.
• This product does not support MP3PRO audio format.
• If any special characters are present in the MP3 track name (ID3) or album name, it might not be displayed correctly on the screen because these characters are not supported.
• Some WMA files are protected by Digital Rights Management and cannot be played on this product.
• Folders/files that exceed the supported limit of this product will not be displayed or played.

? Tip: You can select the display of data contents, view folders or files (see ‘Adjust settings' > 'Preference' > [MP3/JPEG Display]).

Play photo

Play photo as slideshow

This product can play JPEG photos (files with .jpeg or .jpg extensions).

1 Insert a disc or USB that contains the JPEG photos.

2 Press [DISC] or [USB]. ➡️ Slideshow begins (for Kodak disc) or a contents menu (for JPEG disc) is displayed.

3 Select the folder/album you want to play.

• To preview the photos in the folder/album, press [INFO] ℹ️.
• To go to previous or next screen display, press ⬅️ / ➡️.
• To select a photo, press the Navigation buttons.
• To display the selected photo only, press [OK].

4 Press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️ to start slideshow play. ➡️ To return to the menu, press [BACK] ⬅️.

ℹ️ Note

• You may require longer time to display the disc content on the TV due to the large number of songs/photos compiled onto one disc.
• If the JPEG photo is not recorded with an 'exif' type file, the actual thumbnail picture is not be shown on the display. It is replaced by a 'blue mountain' thumbnail picture.
• This product can only display digital camera pictures according to the JPEG-EXIF format, typically used by almost all digital cameras. It cannot display Motion JPEG and pictures in formats other than JPEG, or sound clips associated with pictures.
• Folders/files that exceed the supported limit of this product will not be displayed or played.

Control photo play

1 Play photo slideshow.

2 Use the remote control to control the photo.

Play musical slideshow

Play MP3/WMA music files and JPEG photo files simultaneously to create musical slideshow. The MP3/WMA and JPEG files must be stored on the same disc or USB device.

1 Play MP3/WMA music.

2 Navigate to the photo folder/album and press [OK] to start slideshow play. ➡️ Slideshow begins and continues till the end of the photo folder or album. Audio continues to play till the end of the disc.

• To stop slideshow play, press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️.
• To stop music play, press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️ again.

Play from USB device

This product plays/views MP3, WMA, DivX (Ultra) or JPEG files on the following USB devices:

• flash drive
• memory card reader
• HDD (external power source needed)

Diagram Description: Shows a USB flash drive and a memory card reader connected to the USB jack.

1 Connect a USB storage device to the [USB JACK] ?.

2 Press [USB]. ➡️ A contents menu is displayed.

3 Select a file to play, then press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️. ➡️ Play starts.

4 To stop play, press [STOP] ⏹️ or remove the USB device.

ℹ️ Note

• If the device does not fit into the USB jack, connect it through a USB extension cable.
• If you connect a multiple USB card/device reader, only one card/device can be accessed.
• Digital cameras that need PC software or use PTP protocol are not supported.

Play from radio

Check if the FM antenna has been connected to this Home Theater System. If not, connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM75Ω jack and fix its ends to the wall.

Diagram Description: Shows the FM antenna connected to the rear of the unit.

? Tip

• For the best reception, place the antenna away from your TV or other sources of radiation.
• For even better reception of FM stereo, connect an external FM antenna (not supplied).

First time tuning

When you access to radio mode for the first time, follow the instruction to install the radio stations.

1 Press [RADIO] ?. ➡️ 'AUTO INSTALL ... PRESS PLAY' is displayed.

2 Press [PLAY/PAUSE] ▶️⏸️.

• All detected radio stations are stored.
• Once complete, it tunes to the first preset radio station.
• To stop auto tuning, press [STOP] ⏹️.

ℹ️ Note

• This Home Theater System can store up to a maximum of 40 radio stations.
• If auto installation is not activated or less than 5 radio stations are stored, you will be prompted to install the radio stations again.

6 Adjust sound

Control the volume

1 Press [VOL +/-] ? to increase or decrease the volume.

• To mute, press [MUTE] ?.
• To restore the volume, press [MUTE] ? again or press [VOL +].

Select surround sound

Diagram Description: Shows the [SURR] button and volume controls.

1 Press [SURR] ? repeatedly to select the best surround output that's available on the disc.

ℹ️ Note: "Dolby Prologic II" 5-channel mode is the default surround mode whenever you turn on this Home Theater System or change to other play source.

Select a preset sound

Diagram Description: Shows the [SOUND] button and numeric buttons.

1 Press [SOUND] ? repeatedly to select the sound effect that most suitable for the video or music you play.

Adjust microphone volume level

Diagram Description: Shows a microphone connected to the MIC jack.

1 Connect a microphone (not supplied) to [MIC JACK] ? on this Home Theater System.

2 Turn on the microphone output. (see 'Karaoke settings'.)

3 Press [MIC (VOL +/-)] ? to adjust the microphone volume. ➡️ 'MIC XX' is displayed.

• Sing or speak through the microphone to find the desired volume level.

Karaoke settings

Diagram Description: Shows numeric buttons and karaoke control buttons.

1 Turn on the TV to the correct viewing channel for this Home Theater System.

2 Press [KARAOKE] ?. ➡️ [Karaoke Setup Page] menu is displayed.

3 Select an option and change the setting, then press [OK]. ➡️ To exit the menu, press [KARAOKE] ?.

• [Mic]: Turns on or off microphone output. [On] – Turns on microphone. [Off] – Turns off microphone.
• [Echo Level]: Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to set the echo level, then press [OK].
• [Key]: Press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to set the pitch level that matches your voice, then press [OK].
• [Score]: Selects a karaoke rating score level. [Off] – No score rating display. [Basic] – Basic rating. [Intermediate] – Intermediate rating. [Advance] - Advance rating.

Turn off vocal (cancel voice)

1 Press [VOCAL] repeatedly until ‘VOICE CANCEL' is displayed.

ℹ️ Note: You cannot cancel the voice output from MP3 or WMA audio.

7 Adjust settings

You can customize various kinds of settings as you prefer. Refer to the following instructions to navigate through the setup menus.

ℹ️ Note: If the setup option is grayed out, it means the setting cannot be changed at the current state.

General setup

General Setup Menu:

• Disc Lock
• Display Dim
• OSD Language
• Screen Saver
• Sleep Timer
• DivX(R) VOD Code

1 Press [SETUP]. ➡️ [General Setup] menu is displayed.

2 Press ➡️.

3 Select an option, then press [OK].

4 Select a setting, then press [OK].

• To return to the previous menu, press [BACK].
• To exit the menu, press [SETUP].

ℹ️ Note: See the explanations of the above options in the following pages.

[Disc Lock]

Sets play restriction for a specific discs. Before you start, place the disc in the disc compartment (maximum 40 discs can be locked).

• [Lock] – Restricts access to the current disc. Once activated, a password is needed to unlock and play the disc.
• [Unlock] - Plays all discs.

? Tip: You can set or change the password (see 'Adjust settings' > 'Preferences' > [Password]).

[Display Dim]

Changes the brightness level of the display panel on this Home Theater System.

• [100%] - Normal brightness.
• [70%] – Medium brightness.
• [40%] - Dimmest display.

[OSD Language]

Selects the default on-screen menu language.

[Screen Saver]

Turns off or on the screen saver mode. Helps to protect the TV screen from being damaged due to over exposure to a static image for too long.

• [On] - Sets the screen saver to appear after 15 minutes of inactivity (for example, in pause or stop mode).
• [Off] - Disables screen saver mode.

[Sleep Timer]

Switches to standby automatically after the preset time.

• [15 mins], [30 mins], [45 mins], [60 mins] – Selects the count down time before the Home Theater System switches to standby.
• [Off] - Disables sleep timer mode.

[DivX(R) VOD Code]

Displays the DivX® registration code.

? Tip: Enter this Home Theater System DivX registration code when you rent or purchase video from www.divx.com/vod. The DivX videos rented or purchased through the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand) service can be played only on the device to which it is registered.

Audio setup

Audio Setup Menu:

• Speakers Volume
• Speakers Delay
• Night Mode
• CD Upsampling

1 Press [SETUP]. ➡️ [General Setup] menu is displayed.

2 Press ➡️ to select [Audio Setup], then press ➡️.

3 Select an option, then press [OK].

4 Select a setting, then press [OK].

• To return to the previous menu, press [BACK].
• To exit the menu, press [SETUP].

ℹ️ Note: See the explanations of the above options in the following pages.

[Speakers Volume]

Sets the volume level of each speaker to get the ideal audio balance.

1) To start, press [OK].

2) Select a speaker in the menu, then press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to adjust the volume level.

3) Press [OK] to confirm and exit.

ℹ️ Note: The test tone is emitted from the speaker which you adjust.

[Speakers Delay]

Sets the delay time for the center and rear speakers if they are placed closer to the listening position, so that the sound output from all speakers reach the listening position at the same time.

1) To start, press [OK].

2) Select a speaker in the menu, then press ⬆️ / ⬇️ to set the delay time.

3) Press [OK] to confirm and exit.

ℹ️ Note: Allow 1ms setting for every 1 foot distance between the speaker and the listening position.

[Night Mode]

Makes loud sound level softer and soft sound level louder so that you can watch the DVD movies at a low volume, without disturbing others.

• [On] – Enjoys quiet viewing at night.
• [Off] - Enjoys surround sound with a full dynamic range.

ℹ️ Note: Applicable only to Dolby Digital encoded discs.

Video setup

Video Setup Menu:

• TV System
• TV Display
• Progressive
• Picture Settings

1 Press [SETUP]. ➡️ [General Setup] menu is displayed.

2 Press ➡️ to select [Video Setup], then press ➡️.

3 Select an option, then press [OK].

4 Select a setting, then press [OK].

• To return to the previous menu, press [BACK].
• To exit the menu, press [SETUP].

ℹ️ Note: See the explanations of the above options in the following pages.

[TV System]

Changes this setting if the video does not appear correctly. By default, this setting matches the most common setting for TVs in your country.

• [PAL] – For PAL-system TV.
• [NTSC] – For NTSC-system TV.
• [Multi] – For TV that is compatible with both PAL and NTSC.

[TV Display]

Selects one of the following display formats:

• 4:3 Pan Scan (PS): For 4:3 screen TV: full-height display with the trimmed sides.
• 4:3 Letter Box (LB): For 4:3 screen TV: wide-screen display with black bars on the top and bottom of the screen.
• 16:9 Wide Screen: For wide-screen TV: display ratio 16:9.

[Progressive]

If the TV supports progressive scan output, you can turn on the progressive scan mode to enhance the picture quality. Video connection through Component Video is required.

• [On] - Turns on progressive scan mode.
• [Off] - Disables progressive scan mode.

? Tip: There is more detailed description available (see 'Get started' > ‘Turn on Progressive Scan').

[Picture Settings]

Selects a predefined set of picture color settings or customize the personal setting.

• [Standard] - Original color setting.
• [Bright] - Vibrant color setting.
• [Soft] - Warm color setting.
• [Personal] – Customizes the color setting. Set the level of brightness, contrast, sharpness/tint and color saturation, then press [OK].

Preference

ℹ️ Note: Stop disc play before you can access to [Preference].

Preference Menu:

• Audio
• Subtitle
• Disc Menu
• Parental
• PBC
• MP3/JPEG Display
• Password
• DivX Subtitle

1 Press [SETUP]. ➡️ [General Setup] menu is displayed.

2 Press ➡️ to select [Preference], then press ➡️.

3 Select an option, then press [OK].

4 Select a setting, then press [OK].

• To return to the previous menu, press [BACK].
• To exit the menu, press [SETUP].

ℹ️ Note: See the explanations of the above options in the following pages.

[Audio]

Selects the default audio language for disc play.

[Subtitle]

Selects the default subtitle language for disc play.

[Disc Menu]

Selects the language for disc menu.

ℹ️ Note

• If the language you have set is not available on the disc, the disc uses its own default language.
• For some discs, 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]

Restricts access to discs that are unsuitable for children. These types of discs must be recorded with ratings.

1) Press [OK].

2) Select a rating level, then press [OK].

3) Press the Numeric buttons to enter the password.

ℹ️ Note

• Rated discs 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 discs have ratings printed on them but are not recorded with ratings. This function has no effect on such discs.

? Tip: You can set or change the password (see 'Preference' > [Password]).

[PBC]

Turns off or on the content menu of VCDs/SVCDs with PBC (playback control) feature.

• [On] - Displays index menu when you load a disc for play.
• [Off] - Skips the menu and start play from the first title.

[MP3/JPEG Display]

Selects to display the folders or display all the files.

• [View Folders] – Displays the folders of MP3/WMA files.
• [View Files] – Displays all the files.

[Password]

Sets or changes the password for locked discs and play restricted DVDs.

Change Password:

Old Password: [Input Field]

New Password: [Input Field]

Confirm Password: [Input Field]

[OK] Button

1) Press the Numeric buttons to enter '136900' or the last set password at [Old Password] field.

2) Enter the new password at [New Password] field.

3) Enter the new password again at [Confirm Password] field.

4) Press [OK] to exit the menu.

ℹ️ Note: If you forget the password, enter ‘136900' before you set a new password.

[DivX Subtitle]

Selects a character set that supports the DivX subtitle.

ℹ️ Note: Ensure that the subtitle file has the exact same file name as the movie file. If for example the file name of the movie is ‘Movie.avi', then you will need to name the text file 'Movie.sub' or 'Movie.srt'.

[Version Info.]

Displays the software version of this Home Theater System.

? Tip: This information is required when you want to find out if a newest software version is available at the Philips website that you may download and install on this Home Theater System.

[Default]

Resets all the settings of this Home Theater System to factory default, except for [Disc Lock], [Password] and [Parental] settings.

8 Additional Information

Update software

To check for new updates, compare the current software version of your Home Theater System with the latest software version (if available) at the Philips website.

1 Press [SETUP].

2 Select [Preference] > [Version Info.], then press [OK].

3 Write down the version number, then press [SETUP] to exit the menu.

4 Go to www.philips.com/support to check the latest software version available for this Home Theater System.

5 If the latest software version is higher than the software version of this Home Theater System, download it and store onto a CD-R or USB flash drive.

6 Insert the CD-R or USB flash drive to this Home Theater System.

7 Press [DISC] or [USB], then follow the instruction on the TV to confirm update operation. ➡️ Once software update is complete, this Home Theater System turns off to standby automatically.

ℹ️ Note: Do not remove the CD-R or USB when software updating is in progress.

8 Disconnect the power cord for a few seconds and connect again to reboot the system.

Care

Caution: Never use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners available commercially, or anti-static sprays intended for discs.

Clean discs

Wipe the disc with a micro fibre cleaning cloth from the centre to the edge in a straight line movement.

Clean main unit screen

Wipe the screen surface with a micro fibre cleaning cloth.

9 Specifications

ℹ️ Note: Specification and design are subject to change without notice.

Playback media

• DVD-Video, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R DL, CD-R/CD-RW, Audio CD, Video CD/SVCD, Picture CD, MP3-CD, WMA-CD, DivX-CD, USB flash drive

Amplifier

• Total output power: 300 W RMS (30% THD)
• Frequency response: 180 Hz~18kHz / ±3dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: > -60 dB (A-weighted)
• Input sensitivity:
• AUX 1: 500 mV
• AUX 2: 500 mV

Disc

• Laser Type: Semiconductor
• Disc diameter: 12cm / 8cm
• Video decoding: MPEG1/ MPEG2 / DivX / DivX Ultra
• Video DAC: 12 bits, 108 MHz
• Signal system: PAL / NTSC
• Video S/N: 56 dB
• Audio DAC: 24 bits / 96 kHz
• Frequency response:
• 4 Hz - 20 kHz (44.1 kHz)
• 4 Hz - 22 kHz (48 kHz)
• 4 Hz - 44 kHz (96 kHz)
• PCM: IEC 60958
• Dolby Digital: IEC 60958, IEC 61937

Radio

• Tuning range: FM 87.5-108 MHz (100 kHz)
• 26 dB quieting sensitivity: FM 22 dBf
• IF rejection ratio: FM 50 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: FM 30 dB
• Harmonic distortion: FM 3%
• Frequency response: FM 180 Hz~10 kHz / ±6dB
• Stereo separation: FM 26 dB (1 kHz)
• Stereo Threshold: FM 23.5 dB

USB

• Compatibility: USB
• Class support: UMS (USB Mass Storage Class)
• File system: FAT12, FAT16, FAT32

Main Unit

• Power supply:
• For China: 220~230V; ~50 Hz
• For Asia Pacific: 110~240V; ~50-60Hz
• Power consumption: 60 W
• Standby power consumption: < 1 W
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 360 x 55 x 332 (mm)
• Weight: 2.64 kg

Speakers

• System: full range satellite
• Speaker impedance: 8 ohm (center), 4 ohm (Front/Rear)
• Speaker drivers: 3'' full range
• Frequency response: 150 Hz - 20 kHz
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 100 x 100 x 75 (mm)
• Weight: 0.38 kg/each

Subwoofer

• Impedance: 8 ohm
• Speaker drivers: 165 mm (6.5'') woofer
• Frequency response: 45 Hz ~ 150 Hz
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 122.6 x 309.5 x 369 (mm)
• Weight: 3.54 Kg

Laser specification

• Type: Semiconductor laser GaAIAs (CD)
• Wave length: 645 - 665 nm (DVD), 770 - 800 nm (CD)
• Output power: 6 mW (DVD), 7 mW (VCD/CD)
• Beam divergence: 60 degrees.

10 Troubleshooting

⚠️ Warning: Risk of electric shock. Never remove the casing of the product.

To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the product yourself. If you have problems using this product, check the following points before you request service. If you still have a problem, register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome.

If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of your product. The model number and serial number are on the back or bottom of your product. Write the numbers here:

Model No. __________________________

Serial No. ___________________________

Main unit

The buttons on this product do not work.

• Disconnect this product from the power outlet for a few minutes, then connect again.

Picture

No picture.

• See TV's manual for correct video input channel selection. Change the TV channel until you see the DVD screen.
• Press [DISC].
• If you have changed the [TV System] setting, switch back to default mode: 1) Press [OPEN/CLOSE] ?️ to open the disc compartment. 2) Press ⬅️. 3) Press [SUBTITLE].

Sound

No sound.

• Make sure that the audio cables are connected and select the correct input source (for example, [AUDIO SOURCE], [USB]) for the device you want to play.
• If this Home Theater System does not support DTS surround sound, ensure that the play source is not from DTS audio stream.

No sound from TV program.

• Connect an audio cable from the AUDIO input on this Home Theater System to the AUDIO output on your TV. Then press [AUDIO SOURCE] repeatedly to select the corresponding audio input source.

No surround sound effect from the speakers.

• Press [SURR] to select a correct surround sound setting.
• If the Home Theater System supports DTS playback, press [AUDIO SYNC] to select other audio track.
• Ensure that the source you are playing is recorded or broadcast in surround sound (Dolby Digital, etc).

Play

DivX video files cannot be played.

• Make sure that the DivX file is encoded according to the 'Home Theater Profile' with the DivX encoder.
• Make sure that the DivX video file is complete.

The aspect ratio of the screen is not aligned with the TV display setting.

• The aspect ratio is fixed on the disc.

DivX subtitle does not display correctly.

• Ensure that the subtitle file name is the same as the movie file name.
• Select the correct character set: 1) Press [SETUP]. 2) Select [Preference], then press ➡️. 3) Select [DivX Subtitle], then press [OK]. 4) Select the character set that supports the subtitle.

The contents of the USB flash drive cannot be read.

• The USB flash drive format is not compatible with this Home Theater System.
• Drive is formatted with different file system which is not supported by this unit (e.g. NTFS).
• Maximum size of memory supported is 160GB.

11 Glossary

Aspect ratio

Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV screens. The ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio of a high-definition or wide TV is 16:9. The letter box allows you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective on a standard 4:3 screen.

DivX Video

DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

DivX Video-On-Demand

This DivX Certified ® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. To generate the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX video.

Dolby Digital Pro Logic II

An advanced, matrix decoding technology that expands any two channel audio, such as CDs and stereo encoded videocassettes, video games and TV broadcasts to a five channel full bandwidth (range) playback (Left/Center/Right/ Left Surround/Right Surround), resulting in a surround sound experience.

JPEG

A very common digital still picture format. A still-picture data compression system proposed by the Joint Photographic Expert Group, which features small decrease in image quality in spite of its high compression ratio. Files are recognized by their file extension '.jpg' or '.jpeg.'

MP3

A file format with a sound data compression system. MP3 is the abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1 (or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. With the MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain about 10 times more data than a regular CD.

MPEG

Motion Picture Experts Group. A collection of compression systems for digital audio and video.

PBC

Playback Control. A system where you navigate through a Video CD/Super VCD with on-screen menus that are recorded onto the disc. You can enjoy interactive playback and search.

PCM

Pulse Code Modulation. A digital audio encoding system.

Progressive scan

The progressive scan displays twice the number of frames per second than in an ordinary TV system. It offers higher picture resolution and quality.

WMA

Windows Media™ Audio. Refers to an audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation. WMA data can be encoded with Windows Media player version 9 or Windows Media player for Windows XP. Files are recognized by their file extension '.wma.'