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11 Glossary
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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-defi nition 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.
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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 fi le
extension ‘.jpg’ or ‘.jpeg.’
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MP3
A fi le 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.
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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.
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.
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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 fi le extension ‘.wma.’
10 Troubleshooting
Warning
Risk of electric shock. Never remove the casing of the •
DVD player.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the
system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using the DVD
player, check the following points before requesting
service. If the problem remains unsolved, register your
DVD player and get support at www.philips.com/
welcome.
If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model
and serial number of your DVD player. The model
number and serial number are on the back or bottom
of your DVD player. Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Main unit
The buttons on this unit do not work.
Disconnect this DVD player from the power •
outlet for a few minutes, then connect again.
Picture
No picture.
See the TVs user manual on how to select •
the correct input on the TV. Change the TV
channel until you see the Philips screen.
If you have turned on the progressive scan •
setting or change the TV system setting,
switch back to default mode: 1) Press
to
open the disc compartment. 2) Press the
Numeric button ‘1’ (for progressive scan) or
the Numeric button’3’ (for TV system).
Sound
No sound.
Ensure that the audio cables are connected •
and the connected device is turned on to the
correct input source.
Play
The aspect ratio of the screen is not aligned with
the TV display setting.
The aspect ratio is fi xed on the disc.•
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