Magnavox MRD210 User Manual - Page 25

English Volume control Adjust VOLUME button (or press VOL +/- on the remote) to increase or decrease the volume level. ➜ "VOL XX" appears. "XX"denotes the volume level. To listen through the headphones G Connect the headphones plug to the n socket at the front of the player. ➜ The speakers will be muted. To switch off the volume temporarily G Press MUTE on the remote. ➜ Playback will continue without sound and "MUTE" appears. G To restore the volume, press MUTE again. Selecting the surround sound mode IMPORTANT! - For proper surround sound, make sure you have followed the "Connections" and "Preparations" procedures fully. - The center and surround speakers only operate when the system is set to surround sound mode and the source material being played is recorded or broadcast in Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic surround sound. - Stereo broadcasts or recordings will produce some surround channel effects when played in a surround mode. However, monaural sources will not produce any sound from the surround speakers. G Press SURROUND on the remote to select surround or stereo mode. ➜ The availability of the various surround sound modes depends on the number of speakers used and the incoming sound information available on the disc.The available output modes are shown below. Dolby Digital Surround Dolby Digital (also known as AC-3 or Dolby 5.1) and MPEG Multichannel delivers a realistic and dynamic sound similar to theater and cinema. It requires connection of all five speakers (front left/right, center, surround left/right) and subwoofer for correct Dolby Digital Surround sound reproduction. Each channel plays its own unique role in providing the right sound. Front left, center and right join two surround speakers to reproduce high, mid and bass frequencies in five full-range channels of surround. Bass rumble, explosions and low frequency effects you feel are delivered through the subwoofer. A large number of DVD discs have been recorded in Dolby Digital Surround. Dolby Pro Logic Surround The Dolby Pro Logic Surround system is a specially encoded two-channel analog format that will produce sound through four speaker channels (front left, center, front right, monaural surround) when a Dolby Pro Logic Decoder is used. It is also compatible with stereo systems but the user will only have two-channel (front left & right) of sound. Other Functions VSS (Virtual Surround Sound) The ProLogic MPEG or Dolby Digital surround channel is processed by a 'virtualizer' DSP to add surround effect from just the two front speakers. Stereo All sound is reproduced and played through the front left and right speakers. This enables standard stereo reproduction. Selecting the digital sound effect The digital sound effects allow you to select from various pre-set modes that control the frequency bands of sound to optimize certain musical styles. It greatly enhances the excitement and enjoyment of your favorite music. G Press SOUND on the remote repeatedly to select the available sound effect. When playing a DVD/VCD/SVCD, select : - CONCERT, DRAMA,ACTION or SCI-FI When playing a CD/MP3 or in Tuner or Aux mode, select : - CLASSIC, JAZZ, ROCK or DIGITAL Dimming the display screen G Press DIM repeatedly to select different levels of brightness for the display screen : HIGH, MID or LOW. Using the remote to operate your Philips television 1 Press TV/AV on the remote. 2 Press S or T or use the numeric keypad (0-9) to select the TV's channel. 3 Press TV VOL +/- to adjust the TV's volume level. 4 Press y to turn off your TV. BASIC FUNCTIONS 23