Philips MX5900SA User manual - Page 49

Problem, Solution

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English Troubleshooting Problem Solution The DVD player does not start playback. - Insert a readable disc with the playback side facing down. (see page 24) - Check the disc type, color system and region code. (see page 24) - Check for any scratches or smudges on the disc. - Press SYSTEM SETUP to turn off the setup menu screen. - Change the rating level. (see page 38) - Moisture has condensed inside the system. Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour. Cannot activate some features, such as Angles, Subtitles, or multi-language Audio. - The features may not be available on the DVD. - Changing the language for the sound or subtitle is prohibited on the DVD. There is no sound from the center and surround speakers. - Make sure the center and surround speakers are connected correctly. (see page 12) - Press SURROUND button to select a correct surround sound setting. (see page 45) - Make sure the source you are playing is recorded or broadcast in surround sound (DTS, Dolby Digital, etc.) Radio reception is poor. - If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception. - Increase the distance between the system and your TV or VCR. - Tune in to the correct frequency. - Place the antenna farther away from any equipment that may be causing the noise. The remote control does not function properly. - Select the source (DISC or TUNER, for example) before pressing the function button (ÉÅ, S , T.) - Reduce the distance between the remote control and the system. - Replace the batteries with new ones. - Point the remote control directly toward the IR sensor. - Check that the batteries are loaded correctly. The timer is not working. - Set the clock correctly. (see page 20) - Press and hold CLOCK•TIMER to switch on the timer. (see page 43) The display panel is dark. Low hum or buzz sound. - Press DIM again. (see page 46) - Place the DVD system as far away as possible from electrical devices that may be causing interference. 49

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English
Troubleshooting
The DVD player does not start playback.
Cannot activate some features, such as
Angles, Subtitles, or multi-language
Audio.
There is no sound from the center and
surround speakers.
Radio reception is poor.
The remote control does not function
properly.
The timer is not working.
The display panel is dark.
Low hum or buzz sound.
Problem
Solution
Insert a readable disc with the playback side
facing down.
(see page 24)
Check the disc type, color system and region
code.
(see page 24)
Check for any scratches or smudges on the disc.
Press SYSTEM SETUP
to turn off the setup menu
screen.
Change the rating level.
(see page 38)
Moisture has condensed inside the system.
Remove the disc and leave the system turned on
for about an hour.
The features may not be available on the DVD.
Changing the language for the sound or subtitle is
prohibited on the DVD.
Make sure the center and surround speakers are
connected correctly.
(see page 12)
Press SURROUND button to select a correct
surround sound setting.
(see page 45)
Make sure the source you are playing is recorded
or broadcast in surround sound (DTS, Dolby
Digital, etc.)
If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or
connect an external antenna for better reception.
Increase the distance between the system and
your TV or
VCR.
Tune in to the correct frequency.
Place the antenna farther away from any
equipment
that may be causing the noise.
Select the source (DISC or TUNER, for example)
before pressing the function button (
ÉÅ
,
S
,
T
.)
Reduce the distance between the remote control
and the system.
Replace the batteries with new ones.
Point the remote control directly toward the IR
sensor.
Check that the batteries are loaded correctly.
Set the clock correctly.
(see page 20)
Press and hold CLOCK
TIMER to switch on the
timer.
(see page 43)
Press DIM again.
(see page 46)
Place the DVD system as far away as possible
from electrical devices that may be causing
interference.