Philips PET831/98 User manual

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User manual
PET831
Portable DVD player
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English
1Control elements
and functional com-
ponents
1.1 Top of the player
1.2 Left side of the player
1.3 Front side of the player
1.4 Right side of the player
1.5 Rear of the player
1.6 Remote Control
1.7 Desk stand of the player
2 Introduction
2.1 Your portable DVD
player
2.2 Unpacking
2.3 Placement
2.4 Playable disc formats
2.4.1 DVD-Video
2.4.2 Video CD
2.4.3 Audio CD / MP3 CD /
WMA CD
2.4.4 CD with JPEG files
2.4.5 DivX video discs
3General information
4Charging the units
4.1 Charge the DVD player
4.2 Powering your remote
control
5Start up
5.1 Setup
5.2 Playback DVD
5.3 Playback VCD
5.4 Playback Super (S)-VCD
5.5 Playback Music CD
5.6 Playback Music
MP3/WMA-CD
5.7 Playback Picture-CD
6Addition Functions
6.1 DISPLAY Menu
6.2 Connection
6.2.1 Headphone
6.2.2 TV
7Troubleshooting
8Technical data
Content
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1Control elements and functional components
1.1 Top of the player (see figure 1)
1POWER ON/OFF
Switch the player on / off
2 RESET Reset the player when it hangs
3 DISPLAY Adjust the display value of the system
4 OPTIONS Access additional functions
5 MENU Display the DVD disc menu
1.2 Left side of the player (see figure 1)
9Headphone jack
10 AV OUT Audio/video output
11 COMP. OUT for better video quality
12 SD SD card slot
13 DC IN Charger / Adapter connection for power supply
1.3 Front side of the player (see figure 1)
62; OK or play/pause
3/ 4Up/down navigation key or up/down volume
control during playback
J( / )K Left/right navigation key or previous/next track
or fast search backward/forward
14 POWER•IR•CHG
POWER Power LED in green
IR IR sensor
Charging Charging LED appears in RED during charging
and goes off when fully charged.
1.4 Right side of the player (see figure 1)
79 / Press once to stop playback. Press twice to eject
the disc
8Disc slot
1.5 Rear of the player (see figure 1)
15 Car mounting screw hole
16 Stand
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1.6 Remote Control (see figure 2)
1 MENU Display MENU page
23,4,1,2Up / down / left / right navigation key
OK Confirm selection
VOL+ / -Volume control
3 DISPLAY Adjust the display value of the system
4J( Skip to previous chapter, track or title
52; Start / pause / resume playback
69Press twice to stop playback
70- 9Numeric keypad
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SUBTITLE Subtitle language selector
9 RETURN For VCD menu page
10 A - B To r epeat or loop a sequence in a title
11 SETUP Enter SETUP menu
12 OPTION Access additional functions
13 )K Skip to next chapter, track or title
14 sMute player volume
15 AUDIO Audio language selector
16 ZOOM Enlarge video image
1.7 Desk stand of the player (see figure 3)
You can prop up the DVD player on your table for movie watching.
Pull out the stand at the rear of the player.
2 Introduction
2.1 Your portable DVD player
Your portable DVD player plays digital video discs conforming to the
universal DVD Video standard.With it, you will be able to enjoy full-
length movies with true cinema picture quality, and stereo or multi-
channel sound (depending on the disc and on your playback set-up).
The unique features of DVD-Video, such as selection of soundtrack
and subtitle languages, and of different camera angles (again depend-
ing on the disc), are all included.
What’s more, parental lock lets you decide which discs your chil-
dren will be able to see.You will find your player remarkably easy
to use with the On-Screen Display and player display in combina-
tion with the remote control.
2 Introduction
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2.2 Unpacking
First check and identify the contents of your package, as listed
below:
•Portable DVD player • Remote Control
•Car adaptor (12V) • AC power adaptor
•Protective pouch • Car headrest mounting kit
•User manual • AV out cable
•COMP. OUT cable
2.3 Placement
•Place the player on a firm, flat surface.
•Keep away from domestic heating equipment and direct sunlight.
•If the player cannot read CDs/DVDs correctly, try using a com-
monly available cleaning CD/DVD to clean the lens before taking
the player to be repaired. Other cleaning methods may destroy
the lens.
•Always keep the disc door closed to avoid dust on the lens.
•The lens may cloud over when the player is suddenly moved
from cold to warm surroundings. It is then not possible to play a
CD/DVD. Leave the player in a warm environment until the
moisture evaporates.
2.4 Playable disc formats
In addition to DVD-Video disc, you will also be able to play all
Video CDs, CDs, CDR, CDRW,DVD±R and DVR±RW.
2.4.1 DVD-Video
Depending on the material on the disc (a movie, video
clips, a drama series, etc.) these discs may have one or more Titles,
and each Title may have one or more Chapters.To make access
easy and convenient, your player lets you move between Titles, and
also between Chapters.
2.4.2 Video CD
Depending on the material on the disc (a movie, video
clips, a drama series, etc.) these discs may have one or
more Tracks, and tracks may have one or more indexes, as indicated
on the disc case.To make access easy and convenient, your player
lets you move between tracks and between indexes.
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2.4.3 Audio CD / MP3 CD / WMA CD
Audio CDs / MP3 CD / WMA CD contain music tracks
only.You can play them in the conventional way
through a stereo system using the keys on the
remote control and/or main unit, or via the TV
using the On Screen Display (OSD).
2.4.4 CD with JPEG files
You can also view JPEG still photos on this player.
2.4.5 DivX video discs
DivX is a popular media technology created by DivX, Inc.
DivX media files contain highly compressed video with high visual
quality that maintains a relatively samll file size. DivX files can also
include advanced media features like menus, subtitles, and alternate
audio tracks. Many DivX media files are available for download
online, and you can create your own using your personal content
and easy-to-use tools from DivX.com.
2.5 Zero Bright DotTM
Enjoy highest-quality images that are free from annoying
blank spots on the LCD screen. LCD displays commonly have
imperfections, termed as 'bright dots' by the LCD industry.A limit-
ed number of bright dots were once considered an inevitable side
effect of LCD mass production.With Philips' strict quality control
procedures used in our Portable DVD Players, our LCD displays
are produced with zero tolerance for bright dots. Select Portable
DVD Players come with Philips Zero Bright DotTM Policy to guaran-
tee optimal screen quality.
Warranty service varies from region to region. Contact your local
Philips representative for more detailed information.
3General information
Power Sources
This unit operates on a supplied AC adaptor, car adapter, or a
rechargeable battery pack.
•Make sure that the input voltage of the AC adaptor is in line
with the local voltage. Otherwise, the AC adaptor and unit may
be damaged.
3General information
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•Do not touch the AC adaptor with wet hands to prevent elec-
tric shock.
•When connecting with car power (cigarette lighter) adaptor, be
sure the input voltage of the adaptor is identical with car voltage.
•Unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet when the unit is not
used for long periods of time.
•Hold the plug to disconnect the AC adaptor. Do not pull the
power cord.
Please always use supplied AC/DC adaptor (AY4129)
Safety and maintenance
•Do not disassemble the unit for laser rays are dangerous to
eyes.
Any service should be done by qualified service personnel.
•Unplug the AC adaptor to cut the power if liquid or objects get
inside the unit.
•Take care not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks,
which may cause malfunction.
Hearing Safety
Listen at a moderate volume.
•Using headphones at a high volume can impair your
hearing.This product can produce sounds in decibel
ranges that may cause hearing loss for a normal person,
even for exposure less than a minute.The higher decibel ranges
are offered for those that may have already experienced some
hearing loss.
•Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level”
adapts to higher volumes of sound. So after prolonged listening,
what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your
hearing.To guard against this, set your volume to a safe level
before your hearing adapts and leave it there.
Please always use supplied AC/DC adaptor (AY4129)
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To establish a safe volume level:
•Set your volume control at a low setting.
•Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearly, without distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
•Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally “safe” levels, can
also cause hearing loss.
•Be sure to use your equipment reasonably and take appropriate
breaks.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using
your headphones.
•Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time.
•Be careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts.
•Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s
around you.
•You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in poten-
tially hazardous situations.
•Do not use headphones while operating a motorized vehicle,
cycling, skateboarding, etc.; it may create a traffic hazard and is
illegal in many areas.
•Important (for models with by-packed headphones): Philips guar-
antees compliance with the maximum sound power of its audio
players as determined by relevant regulatory bodies only with
the original model of provided headphones. In case this one
needs replacement, we recommend that you contact your retail-
er to order a model identical to that of the original provided by
Philips.
•Traffic safety: do not use while driving or cycling as you may
cause an accident.
•Do not expose to excessive heat caused by heating equipment
or direct sunlight.
•This product is not waterproof: do not allow your player to be
submersed in water.Water entering the player may cause major
damage.
•Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia,
benzene, or abrasives as these may harm the player.
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•Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not
place any sources of danger on the appartus (e.g. liquid filled
objects,lighted candles)
•Do not touch the lens!
When the player is in use for a long period of time, the surface will
be heated.This is normal.
Handling discs
•Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.
•Keep the disc away from direct sunlight or
heat sources.
•Store the disc in a disc case after playback.
•To clean, wipe the disc outwards from the
center with a soft, lint-free clean cloth.
On handling the LCD screen
The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology.You may,
however, see tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, green)
that continuously appear on the LCD.This is a normal result of the
manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.
Environmental information
We have reduced the packaging to its minimum and made it easy to
separate into mono materials: cardboard, PS, PE and PET.
Your set consists of material which can be recycled if disassembled
by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations to
dispose of packaging, exhausted batteries and old equipment.
Copyright information
“DivX, DivX” Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of
DivX, Inc. and are used under license.”
All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respec-
tive companies or organizations.
Unauthorized duplication of any recordings downloaded from the
internet or made from CDs / VCDs / DVDs is a violation of copy-
right laws and international treaties.
When the player is in use for a long period of time, the sur-
face will be heated.This is normal.
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The Windows Media and the Windows logo are registered trade-
marks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
4Charging the units
4.1 Charge the DVD player
Plug in the AC/DC adaptor
• The RED LED indicates that charging is in progress.
When the set is not in use, it will take about 4 hours to
fully charge it. However, when in use, it will take more
than 8 hours to fully charge it.*
• The RED LED will turn off when the set is fully
charged.When the low battery icon appears on the
screen, please charge the player.
* Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge
cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and
number of charge cycles vary by use and settings.
4.2 Powering your remote control
1Open the battery compartment. Remove the pro-
tective plastic tab (first time users only).
2Insert 1 x lithium 3V battery, type CR2025, then
close the compartment.
CAUTION
4Charging the units
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•Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be dis-
posed of properly.
•Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.
•Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and will
corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to burst.
•Remove the batteries if the set is not to be used for a long time.
•Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
5Start up
5.1 Setup
1Press SETUP.A list of features is shown.
2Use 3/ 4to highlight your selection.
3Use J( or )K to enter a sub-menu
4Use the navigation keys to highlight your desired setting and
press OK to confirm.
5The SETUP menu includes:
General
Language Set On Screen Display (OSD) languages
5Start up
CAUTION
•Batteries contain chemical substances, so they should be
disposed of properly.
•Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
•Incorrect use of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and
will corrode the compartment or cause the batteries to
burst.
•Remove the batteries if the set is not to be used for a long
time.
•Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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PBC settings Set Playback Control function ON/OFF.This fea-
ture is available for Super VCD.
Power save Set Power Saving mode ON/OFF
DivX (VOD) Get the DivX (Video-On-Demand) code
Parental Set parental options
Set password Change password (default: 1369)
Factory settings Restore factory settings
Video
TV Display Set screen display aspect ratio
TV standard Set video output format to TV system
Audio
Dolby Set Dolby output
Digital (SPDIF) Set digital output format
5.2 Playback DVD
1Briefly press the POWER ON button on top of the player to
switch on the set.
2Insert the DVD into the disc slot on the right side of the player.
3The player will start to play the disc automatically.
4Use navigation keys 1,2,3,4to select an item from the DVD
disc menu, such as play now, select languages and subtitle.
Video setup is available to be changed only when playback is
stopped.
IMPORTANT Do not load 8-cm mini DVD disc into the
player.The DVD player does not play mini DVD disc.
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5The following functions are available during playback:
Pause Press 2; to pause playback.You can resume
playback by pressing 2; again
Previous/Next Briefly press J( or )K once or several times to
select your desired chapters
Fast backward / Fast forward
Keep pressing J( or )K to search in fast speed,
2X, 4X, 8X… Then, press 2; to resume normal
playback
Volume Control
Press 3or 4briefly or repeatedly to increase
or decrease the sound volume
Stop Briefly press 9on the right side of the player to
stop playback
Subtitle Change subtitle display.The function is available
by pressing either the SUBTITLE or
OPTIONS key
Language Change language.The function is available by
pressing either the AUDIO or OPTIONS key
Angle Change the viewing angle provided in the DVD
disc.The function is available by pressing the
OPTIONS key.
Zoom Zoom in the screen, and then use the navigation
keys to pan the screen.The function is available by
pressing either the ZOOM or OPTIONS key
A-B Repeat Set repeat loop playback. Press A-B to set the
starting point and press A-B again to set the
ending point.Then, the player will repeat the
loop playback. Press A-B to cancel the loop
playback
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5.3 Playback VCD
1Briefly press the POWER ON button on top of the player to
switch on the set.
2Insert the VCD into the disc slot on the right side of the player.
3The set will start to play the disc automatically.
4The following functions are available during playback:
Pause Press 2; to pause playback.You can resume
playback by pressing 2; again
Previous/Next Briefly press J( or )K once or several times to
select your desired track
Fast backward / Fast forward
Keep pressing J( or )K to search in fast speed,
2X, 4X, 6X or 8X.Then, press 2; to resume
normal playback
Volume Control
Press 3or 4briefly or repeatedly to increase
or decrease the sound volume
Stop Briefly press 9on the right side of the player to
stop playback
Audio Some VCDs only contain 2 languages for selec-
tion.You can change the language using this func-
tion.The function is available by pressing either
the AUDIO or OPTIONS key
Zoom Zoom in the screen, and then use the navigation
keys to pan the screen.The function is available
by pressing either the ZOOM or OPTIONS
key
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A-B Repeat Set repeat loop playback. Press A-B to set the
starting point and press A-B again to set the
ending point.Then, the player will repeat the
loop playback. Press A-B to cancel the loop
playback
5.4 Playback Super (S)-VCD
(Super) Video CDs may feature PBC (Play Back Control).This
allows you to play the video CDs interactively, following the menu
on the display.
1Briefly press the POWER ON button on top of the player to
switch on the set
2Insert the (S)VCD into the disc slot on the right side of the player.
If PBC is on, the disc index menu will appear on the screen.
3Use numeric keypad 0-9 to input your selection or select a play
option.
4Press RETURN on the remote control to return to the previ-
ous menu.
5To turn Playback Control mode on/off, please go to SETUP and
select PBC settings.
5.5 Playback Music CD
1Briefly press the POWER ON button on top of the player to
switch on the set.
2Insert the DVD into the disc slot on the right side of the player.
3The set will start to play the disc automatically.
4The following functions are available during playback:
Pause Press 2; to pause playback.You can resume
playback by pressing 2; again
Previous/Next Briefly press J( or )K once or several times to
select your desired track
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Fast backward / Fast forward
Keep pressing J( or )K to enter the fast search
mode.
Volume Control
Press 3or 4briefly or repeatedly to increase
or decrease the sound volume
Repeat Press OPTIONS key to select Repeat 1 track
or Repeat all tracks
Shuffle Press OPTIONS key to turn shuffle playback
on or off
Stop Briefly press 9on the right side of the player to
stop playback
5.6 Playback Music MP3/WMA-CD
1Briefly press the POWER ON button on top of the player to
switch on the set.
2Insert the DVD into the disc slot on the right side of the player.
3The set will start to play the disc automatically.
4Use navigation keys to select the folder and MP3/WMA file to
be played.
5The following functions are available during playback:
Pause Press 2; to pause playback.You can resume
playback by pressing 2; again
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Previous/Next Briefly press J( or )K once or several times to
select your desired track
Fast backward / Fast forward
Keep pressing J( or )K to search in fast speed.
Then, press 2; to resume normal playback
Volume Control
Press 3or 4briefly or repeatedly to increase
or decrease the sound volume
Repeat Press OPTIONS key to select Repeat 1 track
or Repeat all tracks
Shuffle Press OPTIONS key to turn shuffle playback
on or off
Stop Briefly press 9on the right side of the player to
stop playback
5.7 Playback Picture-CD
The player can only read pictures in JPEG format.
1Briefly press the POWER ON button on top of the player to
switch on the set.
2Insert the DVD into the disc slot on the right side of the player.
3The set will start to play the disc automatically.
4Use navigation keys to select the folder and JPEG file to be
played.
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