User manual PHILIPS MC55

[. . . ] Video CD Micro System MC-55 1 3140 115 27771 pg 001-026/MC55/21-Eng 1 6/8/01, 1:41 PM Optimum disc playability : ensuring excellent picture quality Philips components and modules for the various CD applications have always enjoyed an excellent reputation in the market place for super disc playability - the ability to play discs which may be scratched, soiled or not fully according to the standard specification. This position has been underlined by tests showing the superior performance of the various Philips players, as well as by the positive experiences of millions of individual consumers around the world. Constantly improving performance As the penetration of the CD system has increased, and new applications like CD-ROM and Video CD have become commonplace, Philips Components - as the CD technology inventor and as one of the major suppliers of CD player modules in the industry - has constantly improved the performance of its products. One of the ways in which this benefits users is by optimum disc playability. [. . . ] Note: ­ If a menu consists of more than one page, press S / T to go through the pages. GOTO A-B RESUME VOLUME SLOW TIMER VIEW DSC É É English VOCAL MIC/ECHO KEY RETURN Switching off PBC q In stop mode, press PBC. On TV screen, "PBC OFF" will be displayed. Notes: ­ Programme mode is not available whenever PBC mode is switched on. ­ The menu structure depends on the programme stored on the VCD. Please refer to the information supplied with the disc. Adjusting the TV System Before viewing the Video CD, ensure that the set is switched to corresponding PAL or NTSC system of your TV set (exception Multi ­ system TV). q Press NTSC/PAL on the remote control to switch between NTSC and PAL TV system. After TV system is selected, the set will automatically switch to the last TV system setting every time the VCD source is selected. Pause 1 During playback, press 2Å to have a still picture on the TV screen. On TV screen, "PAUSE" will be displayed. Press 2Å again to continue playback. 2 OSD ­ On Screen Display If you insert VCD/CD, your TV screen will serve as an additional display for messages (e. g. PLAY, STOP), and information stored on the VCD/CD. q Press OSD on the remote control or OSD/ DIM on the system repeatedly to select viewing various information. The current track and current /remaining time in the track/disc appear on the display. Goto 1 2 Press GOTO on the remote control. "GO --:--" will be displayed. On TV screen, "GOTO --:--" will be displayed. Press digits 0 ­ 9, +10 on the remote control to key in the disc time which you want the disc to begin playback. Note: ­ The disc time entered should not be greater than the total disc time. Playing a Video CD with PBC VCD with PBC (Playback Control) will be indicated on the display of the set and on your TV screen as soon as they are inserted. PBC is a predefined play sequence stored on the VCD. 1 2 Switch on the TV, insert a VCD with PBC. Menu appears on the TV screen. 16 point 2 pg 001-026/MC55/21-Eng 16 6/8/01, 1:41 PM CD / VCD / MP3-CD 1 Press SLOW on the remote control to watch a VCD at a slower speed. There are 3 types of slow modes to select. On TV screen, "SLOW 1/2", "SLOW 1/4" or "SLOW 1/8" will be displayed. To resume playback at normal speed, press SLOW repeatedly until "PLAY" appears on the TV screen or press 2Å . This feature allows you to scan through a VCD for a quick review. [. . . ] ­ Connect the cable between the system and TV. ­ Change the system to the respective PAL or NTSC setting. No picture on TV screen. No colour on TV. 25 point 2 pg 001-026/MC55/21-Eng 25 6/8/01, 1:41 PM English Troubleshooting RADIO RECEPTION Radio reception is poor. English 26 ­ If the signal is too weak, adjust the antenna or connect an external antenna for better reception. ­ Increase the distance between the Micro System and your TV or VCR. TAPE OPERATION/RECORDING "RECORDING" is displayed. [. . . ]