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Philips DV910VHS98 Owner's Manual

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DV910(H9100).QX33
01.8.9 10:26 AM
Digital Video Disc Player &
Video Cassette Recorder
Owner's Manual
Page 1
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help you get the most from your new product by explaining:
• Hookups,
• First Time Setup, and
• Feature Operation.
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  • Page 1 • Hookups, • First Time Setup, and • Feature Operation. Do not attempt to return this product to the store. Thank you for making Philips a part of your home! Page 1 For fast help, call us first! 1-800-531-0039 DV910VHS...
  • Page 2 Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to. Once your PHILIPS purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a PHILIPS product. So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your pur- chase at once.

  • Page 3: Safety And General Information 3

    Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. (© 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.) “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc. in the United States of America. Copyright 2001 Philips Consumer Electronics. All rights reserved. Page 3...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 4 Table of Contents General Information Safety and General Information ..3 Table of Contents ....4 Introduction .

  • Page 5: Introduction 5

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Welcome! This DVD/VCR combines a Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player and a Hi-Fi Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) into one unit, letting you play DVDs,Audio Compact Discs (Audio CDs), and video cassette tapes on one piece of equipment.The DVD Player provides better picture quality, clearer sound, and endless playback features available on DVDs.Watch a director’s cut of a movie, listen to the producer’s comments, or play your favorite scene over and over again.The possibilities are limited only by your choices and the materials on the DVD.

  • Page 6: Playable Discs

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 6 Playable Discs This DVD/VCR will play Digital Video Discs (DVDs) and Audio CDs. In order to play a DVD or Audio CD on this DVD/VCR, make sure the Disc meets the require- ments for Region Codes and Color Systems as described on this page. Also, the Discs should have the following logos and should meet these standards.

  • Page 7: Playable Video Cassette Tapes 7

    01.8.9 10:26 AM Playable Video Cassette Tapes This DVD/VCR has a High Quality (HQ) system and is compatible with existing Video Home System (VHS) equipment. Philips Consumer Electronics recommends that you use only video cassette tapes that have the mark.The use of other tapes may result in poor picture quality and excessive deposits on the video heads, which may not be covered by the warranty if damage occurs.

  • Page 8: Hookups

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 8 Hookups Determining the best possible connection... Your hookup will be determined primarily by feature availability of your existing equipment. However, the fol- lowing guidelines describe which options have the best picture (video) and sound (audio) quality. Use Component Video jacks for the best picture quality.This connection is for DVD features only.
  • Page 9 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT -IN (Antenna In) Jack of your DVD/VCR. Cable (75 ohm) Connect the supplied black RF coaxial cable to the ANT -OUT (Antenna Out) Jack on the back of the DVD/VCR and to the ANTENNA IN Jack on the TV. Antenna or Cable Plug in the power cords of the TV and the DVD/VCR.
  • Page 10 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 10 Hookups (cont’d) This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player. Cable Box/DBS Cable Signal RF coaxial cable Connections Connect a Cable signal to the IN Jack on the Cable Box/DBS.
  • Page 11 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player. DVD/VCR ANT-IN AUDIO ANT-OUT VIDEO CH3 CH4 Cable Signal Connections Connect a Cable signal to the DVD/VCR’s ANT-IN (Antenna In) Jack.
  • Page 12 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 12 Hookups (cont’d) DVD/VCR to a TV that has Audio and Video In jacks Using the supplied red, white, and yellow cables This connection will let you use the features of both the VCR and the DVD Player. antenna or cable to ANT-IN...
  • Page 13 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM DVD/VCR to a Stereo and to a TV that has Component Video In jacks COMPONENT VIDEO IN Cb/B-Y Cr/R-Y Back of TV (example only) Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT -IN (Antenna In) jack of your DVD/VCR. Connect the red and white audio cables to the red and white DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT Jacks on the DVD/VCR and to the red and white AUDIO IN jacks on the Stereo, matching the cable colors to the jack colors.

  • Page 14: Hookups

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 14 Hookups (cont’d) Connecting to a TV and a Dolby Digital or DTS Compatible Audio Receiver antenna/cable signal VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO VIDEO IN Back of TV (example only) Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT -IN (Antenna In) jack of your DVD/VCR. Connect a coaxial digital audio cable (not supplied) to the COAXIAL jack on the DVD/VCR and to the COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO IN jack on the Receiver.

  • Page 15: Remote Control Setup 15

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Putting Batteries in the Remote Control Remove the battery compartment lid on the bottom of the remote control by pressing the tab, then lifting the lid. Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment with their + and – ends aligned as indicated. Replace the battery compartment lid.

  • Page 16: Turning On Your Dvd/Vcr

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 16 Turning on Your DVD/VCR Before turning on your DVD/VCR, make sure batteries are in the remote control and the DVD/VCR and TV are connected correctly. You can not program channels if you are using a Cable Box or a Direct Broadcast System.

  • Page 17: Automatic Channel Setup 17

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Although your DVD/VCR may automatically memorize the chan- nels you receive when you turn it on for the first time, you can set up the channels again. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.
  • Page 18 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 18 Automatic Channel Setup (cont’d) Adding/Deleting Channels You may want to add or delete channels if your channel lineup changes or if you no longer watch some channels. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 19: Automatic Channel Setup

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Reviewing Memorized Channels To see which TV channels the DVD/VCR has memorized, follow the steps below. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 20: Setting The Clock

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 20 Setting the Clock Follow the steps below to set the clock for the VCR. Make sure: The DVD/VCR is on and the VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. (If it does not, press the VCR/TV button once.) You make each entry within 60 seconds of the previous entry.

  • Page 21: Daylight-Savings Time 21

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM You may program the DVD/VCR so the VCR clock will automati- cally move forward one hour in April and turn back one hour in October. Daylight-Savings Time is ON when you receive your DVD/VCR.Turn Daylight-Savings Time ON or OFF by following the steps below.

  • Page 22: Language Selection (Vcr)

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 22 Language Selection (VCR) Follow the steps below to change the language of the VCR on- screen displays and menus. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 23: On-Screen Status Displays (Vcr) 23

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM A status display will appear when you press the DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT button or certain function buttons.The con- tents of the status display will vary.To choose the status display mode, follow the steps below. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 24: Dvd/Vcr Display Panel (Dvd)

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 24 DVD/VCR Display Panel (DVD) Display with Dimmer Messages about current DVD operations appear here. See Display Messages below.You can adjust the brightness of the display. Details are on pages 74-75. Disc tray Insert a Disc here. REPEAT:Appears during Repeat Playback, along with...

  • Page 25: Dvd/Vcr Display Panel (Vcr) 25

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM VCR OUTPUT Light (Green) This light appears when the DVD/VCR is in VCR mode.You can only watch tapes when the green VCR OUTPUT light is on.To make the green VCR OUTPUT light come on, press the OUTPUT SELECT button on the remote control or the OUTPUT button on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 26: Front Panel

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 26 Front Panel TIMER SET Button Press to put the DVD/VCR into standby mode for a timer record- ing. Details are on page 38. REC(ord)/OTR Button (VCR) Press once to start a recording. Press repeatedly to start a One-Touch Recording.

  • Page 27: Rear Panel 27

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM ANT -IN (Antenna In) Jack Connect your antenna or cable here. Details are on pages 8-14. AUDIO IN Jacks Connect audio cables coming from the audio out jacks of a camcorder, another VCR, or an audio source here. Details are on page 40. DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT Jacks Connect the supplied audio cables here and to the Audio In jacks of a...

  • Page 28: Remote Control Buttons

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 28 Remote Control Buttons Press to turn the power on and off. “P-ON” appears briefly on the display panel as the DVD/VCR turns on. “P-OFF” appears briefly as the DVD/VCR turns off. Details are on page 24. For a DVD, press to select a language for the subtitles (among those available) or to turn off the subtitles.
  • Page 29 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Press to view the DVD picture from a different angle (if available). Details are on page 66. Press to choose one of the audio languages or sound modes available on the DVD. Details are on page 64. When Disc playback is stopped, press to access or remove the DVD player’s Setup menu.

  • Page 30: Helpful Hints

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 30 Remote Control Buttons (cont’d) Press during disc playback to set a Marker, which will give you quick access to points that you select on a Disc. Details are on page 71. Press to set up programmed or random playback for an Audio CD.
  • Page 31 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Disc, if available. Details are on page 51. Press to select an item in the VCR menu. In DVD mode, press to stop Disc playback. In VCR mode, press to stop tape playback or recording, or press to select an item in the VCR menu.

  • Page 32: Playing A Video Cassette Tape

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 32 Playing a Video Cassette Tape Read and follow the steps below to play a tape. Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever chan- nel the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the DVD/VCR is set to. Or, if you connected the DVD/VCR to the TV using audio and video cables, select the correct audio and video in channel at the TV.

  • Page 33: Recording On A Video Cassette Tape 33

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Read and follow the steps below to record a television program onto a video cassette tape. Before you begin, make sure the DVD/VCR is in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 34: Another

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 34 Recording One Channel/Watching Another Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press the VCR/TV button so that the VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 35: One-Touch Recording 35

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM The One-Touch Recording (OTR) feature allows you to set an imme- diate timed recording 30 minutes to eight hours long. Before you begin: Place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 36: Timer Recording

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 36 Timer Recording Follow the steps below to program your DVD/VCR to record TV programs while you’re away from home.The DVD/VCR will turn itself on, record, and turn itself off automatically. Before you begin: Set up the TV channels at the DVD/VCR. Details are on page 17. Set the clock.
  • Page 37 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Use the Number buttons (1-8) to select a slot in which to store the timer recording. There are eight slots. Numbers for open slots will flash on the screen. NOTE: If you enter a number for a slot that has already been used to store a timer recording, PREVIOUSLY SET PROGRAM will appear on the screen briefly.
  • Page 38 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 38 Timer Recording (cont’d) Press the Number 1 button to record in SP speed or the Number 2 button to record in SLP speed. (See the chart below.) You cannot use the SPEED button at this time. ONE TIME PROGRAM PROGRAM CHANNEL...

  • Page 39: Timer Recording

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Checking or Cancelling Timer Recordings Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. With the DVD/VCR on and in VCR mode and in VCR position (press the VCR/TV button so that the VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR), press the VCR button, then press the MENU button.

  • Page 40: Rerecording (Tape Duplication)

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 40 Rerecording (Tape Duplication) The instructions on this page show you how to copy tapes.The illustration uses two DVD/VCRs. Different VCRs may operate differently.To duplicate a tape, make the connections shown, then follow steps 1-7. 1.Audio cables from DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT Jacks of DVD/VCR 1 to AUDIO IN Jacks of DVD/ VCR 2 DVD/VCR 1 Playing unit...

  • Page 41: Repeat Play (Video Cassette Tapes) 41

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT op CHOOSE B PROGRAM VCR SET UP...

  • Page 42: Real-Time Counter Memory

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 42 Real-Time Counter Memory Follow the steps below to reset the real-time counter to zero at a tape location you want to refer to later. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 43: Time Search 43

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM Follow the steps below to program the DVD/VCR to search for- ward or backward on a tape a specific length of time.There must be a tape in the DVD/VCR. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 44: Special Effects Playback

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 44 Special Effects Playback Before you begin, press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press the VCR/TV button so that the VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 45: Automatic Operation Features 45

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM The following tape playback features are available in VCR mode. Automatic Playback When you put a tape in the DVD/VCR, the power will come on automatically. If the tape’s record tab is missing, playback will begin. If a timer recording is set and the TIMER SET light is flashing, the power will not come on automatically when you insert a tape with the record tab intact.

  • Page 46: Mts System

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM 46 MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound) System Your DVD/VCR can play recordings broadcast in Hi-Fi (high fidelity) stereo, which produces a crisp, clear sound from two sources. Your DVD/VCR also can play tapes recorded in a second audio (usually, that means your program is recorded in a second language).
  • Page 47 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:26 AM MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound) System (cont’d) 47 Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. Press the VCR/TV button so that the VCR/TV light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 48: Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 48 Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System Multi-Channel Television Sound system broadcasts are automatically recorded in Hi-Fi stereo sound. To play in Hi-Fi stereo the tapes recorded in Hi-Fi stereo, however, you’ll need to follow steps 1-5. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in VCR mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the green VCR OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 49: Blue Background 49

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM If you want the TV screen to be solid blue when a weak signal is received, set BLUE BACKGROUND to ON.The screen will be blue and the sound will be muted. Or, if you want to receive the weak signal, set BLUE BACK- GROUND to OFF.When you select a channel that is receiving a weak signal, you will see and hear the static in the TV program- ming.The channel number will not appear on the screen when you...

  • Page 50: Playing A Disc

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 50 Playing a Disc AUDIO CD Before you begin, turn on the power of the TV, audio receiver and any other equipment connected to the DVD/VCR. Make sure the TV and the audio receiver (if applicable) are set to the correct channel.

  • Page 51: Disc Menus 51

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM Using the DVD Menus Some DVDs contain menus that describe the contents of the Disc or allow you to customize Disc playback. For example, the menu may offer choices for subtitle languages, special features, or scene selection.To use the DVD menu and select playback features, fol- low these steps.

  • Page 52: Pausing Playback

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 52 Pausing Playback AUDIO CD Pausing Playback During disc playback, press the DVD button, then press the Pause k button on the remote control. Playback will pause and the sound will be muted. If you press the Pause F button repeatedly during DVD playback, the picture will advance one frame at a time with each button press.

  • Page 53: Step By Step Playback 53

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM During DVD playback, press the DVD button, then press the Pause k button to pause playback. The sound will be muted. Pause Press the Pause k button repeatedly to see the picture advance one frame (or step) at a time. The sound will remain muted.

  • Page 54: Fast Forward/Reverse Search

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 54 Fast Forward/Reverse Search AUDIO CD Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. During playback, press the DVD button, then press the Fast Forward g button or the Rewind h button on the remote control.

  • Page 55: Slow Motion 55

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM Press the DVD button, then press the Pause k button during playback. Press the Fast Forward g button. Slow motion playback will begin. Press the Fast Forward g button repeatedly during slow motion playback to vary the speed of slow motion playback.You may play the DVD at 1/16, 1/8, or 1/2 the normal playback speed.

  • Page 56: Zoom Playback

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 56 Zoom Playback You can enlarge the DVD picture during playback. The picture will be four times larger than normal. Press the ZOOM button during playback. The enlarged pic- ture will continue to play. Press the Arrow buttons o p s B to move the zoomed image left, right, up, and down.

  • Page 57: Track Playback 57

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM AUDIO CD Starting Playback at a Specific Track There are three ways to begin playback on an Audio CD at a specific Track: Use the Number buttons, the SEARCH MODE button, or the SKIP H G buttons. For details, read the information below. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode.

  • Page 58: Title/Chapter Playback

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 58 Title/Chapter Playback Starting Playback at a Specific Title/Chapter Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. With a DVD in the DVD/VCR, press the DVD button, then press the SEARCH MODE button so that the Title/Chapter Search display appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 59: Specific Time Playback 59

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM AUDIO CD Starting Playback at a Specific Disc Time Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. During playback, press the DVD button, then press the SEARCH MODE button repeatedly so that the Time Search display appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 60: Repeat Playback (Discs)

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 60 Repeat Playback (Discs) Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. During disc playback, press the DVD button, then press the REPEAT button repeatedly until the repeat mode you want appears in the top left corner of the TV screen.

  • Page 61: A-B Repeat Playback (Discs) 61

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM AUDIO CD You can play a section of an Audio CD or DVD repeatedly. Follow these steps to set up the section that you want to play over and over. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 62: Programmed Playback

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 62 Programmed Playback AUDIO CD You may determine the order in which Tracks will play.The order that you set is called the Program.To set up programmed playback, follow these steps. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 63: Random Playback 63

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM AUDIO CD You may play the Tracks of an Audio CD in Random order instead of the order in which they are recorded (1,2,3...).To set up Random Playback, follow these steps. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 64: Audio Language

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 64 Audio Language The DVD/VCR allows you to select a language for DVDs during playback.You can change the language only if multiple languages are available on the DVD. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 65: Subtitle Language 65

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM The DVD/VCR allows you to select a language for subtitles during playback.You may select only the languages that are available on the Disc. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUT- PUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 66: Camera Angles

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM 66 Camera Angles Some DVDs contain scenes that were recorded from different angles.You may select a camera angle with the DVD/VCR during playback. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 67: Parental Controls Password 67

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:27 AM Parental Controls limits viewing of Discs that exceed the limits you set. Either playback will stop or you will have to enter a password before viewing.This feature will not limit viewing if the Disc maker did not code the Disc. So, make sure your Discs play according to your settings before you allow children access to the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 68: Parental Controls Levels

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 68 Parental Controls Levels Follow these steps to set the rating level for your DVDs. Discs whose ratings exceed the level you set will not play. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 69: Display Screen (Dvd) 69

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM You can check information about the current DVD by pressing the DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT button on the remote control.You can select or change Disc features using the Display Screen. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 70: Display Screen (Audio Cd)

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 70 Display Screen (Audio CD) AUDIO CD You can check the information about the current Disc by pressing the DISPLAY/STATUS/EXIT button on the remote control.You can select or change some Disc features using the Display screen. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode.

  • Page 71: Marker Setup Screen 71

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM AUDIO CD Use Markers to remember your favorite places on a disc.To set the Markers, follow these steps. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 72: Audio Settings

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 72 Audio Settings Choose the appropriate Audio Settings for your equipment.These settings only affect the playback of the DVD Player of the DVD/VCR. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 73: Audio Settings

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM If you selected Dynamic Range, Down Mix Mode, or Down Sampling, press the OK button repeatedly to adjust the setting of these items.When you are finished, go to step 6. If you selected Digital Audio Out, press the OK button, then go to step 5.

  • Page 74: Display Settings

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 74 Display Settings You can change certain aspects of the DVD Player’s Display Screens, on-screen messages, and the display panel on the front of the DVD/VCR.You also can change the Aspect Ratio.To change such settings, follow these steps. Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode.
  • Page 75 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM If you selected On Screen Info,Angle Icon, Background Color, or Auto Power Off, press the OK button repeatedly to change the settings of each item. If you selected TV Aspect or Panel Display, go to step 5. Set On Screen Info to On if you want to see messages on the TV screen.

  • Page 76: Language Settings

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 76 Language Settings Before you begin, place the DVD/VCR in DVD mode. Press the OUTPUT SELECT button so that the red DVD OUTPUT light appears on the front of the DVD/VCR. While playback is stopped, press the DVD button, then press the SETUP button.
  • Page 77 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM Press the Arrow o o p p buttons to select a setting, then press the OK button. If you select Other at the Audio, Subtitle, or Disc Menu screen, press four Number buttons to enter the country code you desire, then press the RETURN button.
  • Page 78 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 78 Language Settings (cont’d) Language Country Code Abkhazian 4748 Afar 4747 Afrikaans 4752 Albanian 6563 Amharic 4759 Arabic 4764 Armenian 5471 Assamese 4765 Aymara 4771 Azerbaijani 4772 Bangla 4860 Bashkir 4847 Basque 5167 Bengali 4860 Bhutani 5072 Bihari 4854...

  • Page 79: Care And Maintenance / Specifications 79

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM Care and Maintenance Cleaning the DVD/VCR • Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the DVD/VCR with a soft, slightly damp cloth. • Never use a solvent, thinner, benzene or alcohol to clean the DVD/VCR. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the DVD/VCR.

  • Page 80: Helpful Hints

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 80 Helpful Hints If you are having problems with your product, check this list of problems and possible solutions before requesting service.You may be able to solve the problem yourself. If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call.This information is displayed on the back of the product.
  • Page 81 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM There is no sound. • Connect the audio cables firmly. Make sure the cables are connected to the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV or audio equipment. Details are on pages 12-14. • Check the audio settings of the DVD/VCR. Details are on pages 64 and 72-73. •...
  • Page 82 DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM 82 Helpful Hints (cont’d) Power Failure • VCR timer recordings, the clock setting, the language selection, and channel setup may be lost if the power fails for more than one minute. Follow the steps on pages 16 and 20.Then, see pages 36-38 to reprogram your timer recordings.

  • Page 83: Helpful Hints

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM You can not insert a tape. • Insert the tape, window side up, with the record tab facing you. • Make sure a tape isn’t already in the DVD/VCR by pressing the STOP/EJECT button on the DVD/VCR. •...

  • Page 84: Limited Warranty

    LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND REMEDY... Philips is not liable under any circumstances for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, how- soever incurred, even if notified of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 85: Limited Warranty

    El Paso,TX 79928 ATTENTION: DVD/VCR COMBINATION EXCHANGE A replacement will be sent to you via UPS within 48 business hours of Philips’ receipt of the product. Your Address (street address to which replacement should be delivered, no P .O. boxes allowed):...

  • Page 86: Glossary

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM Page 86 86 Glossary AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks: jacks on the front and back of the DVD/VCR that receive audio from another source (IN) or send audio to another system (OUT). Automatic Channel Setup: process in which the DVD/VCR memorizes all available TV channels.Then, when you press the CHANNEL o/p buttons, you only scan through channels you receive.

  • Page 87: Index 87

    DV910(H9100).QX33 01.8.9 10:28 AM ac power cord ....27 accessories ....88 angle button .

  • Page 88: Accessories

    The following additional items are not provided with your DVD/VCR, but they are designed for use with your new DVD/VCR. To order these optional accessories, contact us at: Philips Parts & Accessories Marketing Department 401 East Old Andrew Johnson Highway VHS Cassette Rewinder #M61117 This owner’s manual is made of recyclable materials.

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