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    4 Connect your  
    home theater
    This section helps you connect your home theater to a TV and other devices. The basic connections of the home theater with its accessories are provided in the Quick Star t. For a comprehensive interactive guide, see www.connectivityguide.philips.com. 
    Note
     •Refer to the type plate at the back or bot tom of the product for identification and supply ratings. •Before you make or change any connections, ensure that all devices are disconnected from the power outlet.
    Connectors
    Connect other devices to your home theater.
    Side connectors
     
    a MP3 LINKAudio input from an MP3 player.
    b  (USB)Audio, video or picture input from a USB storage device.
    p  (Stop) • Stops play.
    • Press and hold to eject the disc or open the disc compar tment.
    • In radio mode, erases the current preset radio station.
    q  /  (Fast Backward/Fast Forward) Fast back wards or fast for wards. Press repeatedly to change the search speed.
    r  (Back) Returns to a previous menu screen.
      
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    Connect to the TV
    Connect your home theater directly to a T V through one of the following connectors (from highest to basic quality video):
    a HDMI
    b Component video
    c Composite video
    Option 1: Connect to the TV through 
    HDMI
    Note
     •The HDMI connector on the T V might be labeled HDMI IN or HDMI ARC. •If the T V suppor ts HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC), you can use it to output digital audio to the home theater.  •If the HDT V has a DVI connector, connect using an HDMI/DVI adapter. •If the T V suppor ts EasyLink HDMI CEC , control the home theater and T V with one remote control (see ‘Use Philips EasyLink ’ on page 21).
      
    Option 2: Connect to the TV through 
    YPbPr (component video)
    Note
     •The component video cable or connector might be labeled Y Cb Cr or YUV.
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    Back connectors
      
    a LANConnects to the L AN input on a broadband modem or router.
    b AC MAINS~Connects to the power supply.
    c HDMI OUT (ARC)Connects to the HDMI input on the T V. 
    d VIDEO OUTConnects to the composite video input on the T V. 
    e COMPONENT VIDEO OUTConnects to the component video input on the T V. 
    f Wi-Fi®
    Connects to a Wi-Fi USB adapter.(Model: Philips WUB1110, sold separately.)
    g SUBWOOFERConnects to the supplied subwoofer.
    h  AUDIO IN-AUXConnects to the analog audio output on the T V or an analog device. 
    i DOCK for iPodConnects to a Philips Dock for iPod/iPhone.(Model: Philips DCK3060)
    j DIGITAL IN-OPTICALConnects to the optical audio output on the T V or a digital device. 
    k ANTENNA FM (75)Signal input from an antenna, cable or satellite.
    l DIGITAL IN-COAXIALConnects to the coaxial audio output on the T V or a digital device. 
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    Option 1: Connect audio through analog 
    audio cables
    (Cable not supplied)
       
      
    Option 2: Connect audio through coaxial 
    cable
    Note
     •The digital coaxial cable or connector might be labeled COAXIAL/DIGITAL OUT or SPDIF OUT.
    (Cable not supplied)
      
    TV
    TV
    (Cable not supplied)
      
    Option 3: Connect to the TV through 
    composite video (CVBS)
    Note
     •The composite video cable or connector might be labeled AV I N, VIDEO IN, COMPOSITE or BASEBAND. 
    (Cable not supplied)
      
    Connect audio from TV or 
    other devices
    Use your home theater to play audio from the T V or other devices such as a cable box. 
    Tip
     •Press  SOURCE / AUDIO SOURCE repeatedly to select the audio output of your connection.
    TV
    Component 
    Video Out
    Component Video In
    TV
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    (Net T V feature not available in China and Latin A mer ica)
    (Cable not supplied)
      
    Set up network
    1 Connect the home theater to a network router through wired or wireless network connection (see ‘Connect a Wi-Fi USB adapter’ on page 13).
    2 Turn on your T V and switch to the correct source for the home theater.
    3 Press  (Home).
    4 Select [Setup], then press OK.
    5 Select [Network] > [Network Installation], then press OK.
    • For wired network, select [Wired (Ethernet)] and press OK.
    • For wireless network, select [Wireless ( Wi - Fi)] and press OK.
    6 Follow the instructions on the T V to complete the setup.
     »The home theater connects to the internet. If connection fails, select [Retry], then press OK.
    7 Select [Finish], then press OK to exit.
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    Option 3: Connect audio through a digital 
    optical cable
    Note
     •The digital optical cable or connector might be labeled as SPDIF OUT or OPTICAL OUT. 
    (Cable not supplied)
      
    Connect to a computer 
    network and the Internet
    Connect the home theater to a computer network and enjoy:
    • Multimedia content streamed from your computer : view photos, play music and watch video files streamed from your computer (see ‘Play from PC (DLNA)’ on page 18).
    • Net TV : browse Net T V ser vices (see ‘Browse Net T V ’ on page 19).
    • Software update : update the sof tware of the home theater through the network (see ‘Update sof tware from the network ’ on page 24).
    What you need:
    • A network router (with DHCP enabled). 
    • A network cable (RJ45 straight cable).
    • A computer with media ser ver sof tware installed (see ‘Set up media ser ver sof tware’ on page 18). 
    • For Net T V and sof tware update, make sure that the network router has access to the Internet and is not restricted by firewalls or other security systems.
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    5 Use your home 
    theater
    This section helps you use the home theater to play media from a wide range of sources.
    Before you start
    Check that you:
    • Make the necessar y connections described in the Quick Star t and User Manual.
    • Complete the first time setup. First time setup appears when you turn on the home theater for the first time. If you do not complete the setup, you are prompted to complete it each time you turn on the home theater.
    • Switch the T V to the correct source for the home theater.
    Access the home menu
    The home menu gives you easy access to connected devices, audio and video set tings, and other features.
    1 Press  (Home).
     »The home menu appears.
    2 Press the Navigation buttons and OK to select the following:
    • [play Disc] : Star ts disc play.
    • [browse USB] : Accesses the content browser of the connected USB storage device.
    • [browse iPod] : Accesses the content browser of the connected iPod or iPhone.
    • [browse PC] : Accesses the content browser of the connected PC network.
    • [browse Net TV] : Accesses Net T V.
    • [Setup] : Accesses menus to change picture, sound and other settings.
    (Net T V feature not available in China and Latin A mer ica)
    Caution
     •Familiarize yourself with the network router, media ser ver sof tware and networking principles before at tempting to connect the home theater to a computer network . If necessary, read documentation accompanying network components. Philips is not responsible for lost, damaged or corrupt data.
    Connect a Wi-Fi USB adapter
    Purchase a Wi-Fi USB adapter (model: PHILIPS WUB1110) and set up the wireless network  (see ‘Set up network’ on page 12).
      
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    Change sound mode
    Select predefined sound modes to suit your video or music.
    1 Press  SOUND SETTINGS /  (Sound options).
    2 Select SOUND, then press OK.
    3 Press the Navigation buttons (u p /d ow n) to select the following set tings:
    • ACTION/ROCK : Enhanced low and high-range. Ideal for action movies and rock or pop music.
    • DRAMA/JAZZ : Clear mid and high-range. Ideal for drama movies and jazz music. 
    • GAMING/PART Y : Moderate low-range and strong mid-range. Ideal for video games and par ty.
    • CONCERT/CLASSIC : Neutral sound. Ideal for live concer ts and classical music.
    • S PORTS : Moderate mid-range and surround effects for clear vocals and the atmosphere of a live spor t venue.
    • NEWS : Enhanced mid-range for clear vocals and speech.
    4 Press OK to confirm your choice.
    Change surround sound mode
    Experience an immersive audio experience with surround sound modes.
    1 Press  SOUND SETTINGS /  (Sound options).
    2 Select SURROUND, then press OK.
    3 Press the Navigation buttons (u p /d ow n) to select the following set tings:
    • AUTO : Surround sound output based on the audio stream.
    • STEREO : Two-channel stereo sound. Ideal for listening to music.
    • AMBISOUND : Stereo sound output or multi-channel surround output.
    4 Press OK to confirm your choice.
    Choose your sound
    This section helps you choose the ideal sound for your video or music.
    1 Press  SOUND SETTINGS /  (Sound options).
    2 Press the Navigation buttons (lef t /right) to access the sound options. 
    Sound experienceDescription
    AUTO VOLUMESets a constant output signal at the speaker output. This option is best for T V audio input where the commercial signal level is usually higher than the content.
    SOUNDSelects a sound mode.
    SURROUNDSelects a surround sound or stereo sound.
    TREBLEAdjusts the high frequency output.
    MIDAdjusts the middle frequency output.
    BASSAdjusts the low frequency output.
    AUDIO SYNCDelays the audio to match the video.
    3 Select an option, then press OK.
    4 Press  BACK to exit.
    If you do not press a but ton within five seconds, it automatically exits the menu.
    Change auto volume
    Select the level of volume which output from your T V or other devices to the home theater.
    1 Press  SOUND SETTINGS /  (Sound options).
    2 Select AUTO VOLUME, then press OK.
    3 Press the Navigation buttons (u p /d ow n) to select ON or OFF.
    4 Press OK to confirm your choice.
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    ButtonAction
     / Fast back wards or fast for wards. Press repeatedly to change the search speed.
    Navigation buttons  (u p /d ow n)Rotates the picture counter-clockwise or clockwise.
    SUBTITLESelects subtitle language for video.
    POP-UP MENU/ DISC MENU /  (Disc menu)
    Accesses or exits the disc menu.
     OPTIONS /  (Options)Accesses more play options during playback.
    For video formats such as, DivX and WMV:
    • To stop play, press .
    • To resume the video from where you stopped, press  (Play).
    • To play the video from the star t, press OK.
    Note
     •To play DivX DRM - protected files from a disc or a USB storage device, connect your home theater to a T V through an HDMI cable. 
    Use Bonus View on Blu-ray
    Blu-ray discs that suppor t the Bonus View feature (also known as Picture-In-Picture) allow you to view special content such as a director’s commentar y while watching the main feature.
    1 If necessar y, enable BonusView (or Picture-In-Picture) in the Blu-ray disc menu.
    2 During playback of the main feature, press  OPTIONS /  (Options).
     »The options menu is displayed.
    3 Select [PIP Selection] > [PIP], then press OK.
     »PIP options [1]/[2] depend on the video contents.
     »The picture-in-picture video appears in a small window. 
    Change treble, mid and bass
    Change the high frequency (treble), mid frequency (mid) and low frequency (bass) set tings of the home theater to suit your video or music.
    1 Press  SOUND SETTINGS /  (Sound options).
    2 Select TREBLE, MID or BASS, then press OK.
    3 Press the Navigation buttons (u p /d ow n) to adjust the frequency level.
    4 Press OK to confirm.
    Synchronize audio with video
    If the audio and video are not synchronized, you can delay the audio to match the video.
    1 Press  SOUND SETTINGS /  (Sound options).
    2 Select AUDIO SYNC, then press OK.
    3 Press the Navigation buttons (u p /d ow n) to sync the audio with the video.
    4 Press OK to confirm.
    Play a disc
    The home theater can play a wide variety of discs, including video, audio and mixed media (for example, a CD-R that contains JPEG pictures and MP3 music).
    1 Inser t a disc into the home theater.
    2 Press DISC.
     »The disc plays or the disc main menu appears.
    3 Press the following but tons to control play:
    ButtonAction
    Navigation buttonsNavigate menus.
    OKConfirms an entr y or selection.
     (Play)Star ts or resumes play.
    Pauses play.
    Stops play.
     / Skips to the previous or nex t track, chapter or file.
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    Play 3D video
    Your home theater can play 3D videos on 3D TVs.
    Before you start, make sure that: 
    • your T V is a 3D T V, and is connected to your home theater through HDMI,
    • your disc is a Blu-ray 3D disc, and
    • you have 3D glasses that are compatible with your 3D T V.
    1 Inser t a Blu-ray 3D disc into your home theater.
     »Your TV switches to the correct HDMI source, and the disc plays automatically.
    2 If the disc does not play automatically, press DISC or select [play Disc] in the home menu, and then press OK.
    3 Press the play but tons to control play.
    When you search for ward or back ward, and in some other play modes, the video displays in 2D. It returns to 3D when you play normally again.
    4 Put on the 3D glasses to enjoy the 3D effects.
    Play 3D discs in 2D
    1 Press  (Home).
    2 Select [Setup] > [ Video] >  [Blu-ray 3D video] > [Of f ].
    3 Press OK.
    4 Play your Blu-ray 3D disc.
     »The 3D video is displayed in 2D.
    Play from a USB storage device
    The home theater is fitted with a USB connector that allows you to view pictures, listen to music or watch movies stored on a USB storage device.
    1 Connect the USB storage device to the home theater.
    2 Press  (Home).
     »The home menu appears.
    3 Select [browse USB], then press OK.
     »A content browser appears.
    4 Select a file, then press OK.
    4 Select [2nd Audio Language] or  [2nd Subtitle Language], then press OK.
    5 Select the language to play, then press OK.
    Note
     •To turn off the Bonus View (Picture-in-Picture), press  OPTIONS /  (Options), select [PIP Selection] > [Of f ], then press OK.
    Access BD-Live on Blu-ray
    BD-Live enabled Blu-ray discs include exclusive ser vices such as movies and other online bonuses.
    1 Prepare the internet connection and set up the network (see ‘Connect to a computer network and the Internet’ on page 12).
    2 Connect the USB storage device to the home theater.
    3 Select the BD-Live icon in the disc menu, then press OK.
     »BD-Live star ts to load. The loading time depends on the disc and your internet connection.
    4 Press the Navigation buttons to navigate BD-Live.
    5 Press OK to select an item.
    Note
     •The range of BD-Live ser vices depends on the disc. •When you use BD-Live, data on the disc and home theater are accessed by the content provider. •Use a USB storage device with at least 1 GB of free space to store the downloaded files. •If there is insuf ficient memor y to download BD-Live content, clear memor y space (see ‘Change advanced set tings’ on page 23).
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    • [2nd Audio Language] : Selects the second audio language to play.
    • [2nd Subtitle Language] : Selects the second subtitle language to play.
    • [Titles] : Selects a specific title.
    • [Chapters] : Selects a specific chapter.
    • [Angle List] : Selects a different camera angle.
    • [Menus] : Displays the disc menu.
    • [PIP Selection] : Displays Picture-in-Picture window.
    • [ Zoom] : Zooms into a video scene or picture. Press the Navigation buttons (lef t /right) to select a zoom factor.
    • [Repeat] : Repeats a chapter or title.
    • [Repeat A-B] : Marks two points within a chapter or track for repeat play, or turns off repeat mode.
    • [Picture Settings] : Selects a predefined color set ting.
    Use picture options
    Access several useful features while viewing pictures.
    1 Press  OPTIONS /  (Options).
     »The pictures options menu appears.
    2 Press the Navigation buttons and OK to select and adjust:
    • [Rotate +90] : Rotates the picture 90 degree clock wise.
    • [Rotate -90] : Rotates the picture 90 degree counter-clockwise.
    • [ Zoom] : Zooms into a video scene or picture. Press the Navigation buttons (lef t /right) to select a zoom factor.
    • [Info] : Displays picture information.
    • [Duration per slide] : Sets the display speed for each picture in a slide show.
    • [Slide Animation] : Selects animation for the slide show.
    • [Picture Settings] : Selects a predefined color set ting.
    • [Repeat] : Repeats a selected folder.
    5  Press the playback but tons to control play (see ‘Play a disc’ on page 15).
    Note
     •If the USB storage device does not fit into the connector, use a USB extension cable. •The home theater does not suppor t digital cameras that need a computer program to display photos. •The USB storage device must be NTFS, FAT or DOS -format ted, and Mass Storage Class compliant.
    More play features for disc or 
    USB
    Several advanced features are available for video or picture playback from a disc or USB storage device.
    Use video options
    Access several useful features while viewing video.
    Note
     •Available video options depend on the video source.
    1 Press  OPTIONS /  (Options).
     »The video options menu appears.
    2 Press the Navigation buttons and OK to select and adjust:
    • [Audio Language] : Selects audio language for video.
    • [Subtitle Language] : Selects subtitle language for video.
    • [Subtitle Shift] : Adjusts the subtitle position on the screen.
    • [Info] : Displays information about what is playing.
    • [Character Set] : Selects a character set that suppor ts the DivX subtitle.
    • [Time Search] : Skips to a specific par t of the video by entering the time of the scene.
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    Set up media server software
    Before you start:
    • Connect your home theater to your home network (see ‘Connect to a computer network and the Internet’ on page 12).
    • Connect your PC to the same home network.
    • Make sure that your PC firewall allows you to run Windows Media Player programs.
    In Microsoft Windows Media Player 11
    1 Connect the home theater to a network router (see ‘Connect to a computer network and the Internet’ on page 12).
    2 Switch on the computer and router.
    3 Open Windows Media Player on the co m p u t e r.
    4 Select Library > Media Sharing, then select set tings to share your media.
    5 Select Library > Add to Library, then select set tings to share the folder containing your media.
    6 Select Advanced options, then add the folders to share.
    7 Select Library > Apply Media Information Changes to activate the changes.
    In Macintosh OS X Twonky Media (v4.4.2)
    1 Connect the home theater to a network router (see ‘Connect to a computer network and the Internet’ on page 12).
    2 Switch on the Macintosh and router.
    3 Visit w w w.twonkymedia.com to purchase the sof tware or download a free 30 -day trial to your Macintosh.
    4 Open Twonky Media on the Macintosh.
     »The media sharing setting is turned on by default, thus enabling you to directly add folders for media sharing. 
    5 Select Basic Setup > Sharing, then select set tings to add a folder location or add more folders.
    6 Select Save Changes to activate the changes.
    Use audio options
    Access several useful features while audio is played.
    1 Press  OPTIONS /  (Options) repeatedly to cycle through the following functions:
    • R E P E AT  T R AC K : Repeats the current track.
    • R E P E AT  D I S C : Repeats all the tracks on the disc or folder.
    • REPEAT RANDOM : Plays audio tracks in random order.
    • REPEAT OFF : Turns off repeat mode.
    Play a musical slideshow
    Play music and pictures simultaneously to create a musical slideshow.
    1 Select a music track, then press OK.
    2 Press  BACK and go to the picture f o l d e r.
    3 Select a picture, then press OK to star t slideshow.
    4 Press  to stop slideshow.
    5 Press  again to stop music.
    Play from PC (DLNA)
    When you connect your home theater to your home network, you can play music, photo, and video from a computer or other media ser ver on that network.
    What you need:
    • A wired or wireless home network, connected with a Universal Plug and Play (uPnP) router.
    • A Philips wireless USB adapter or a L AN able to connect your home theater to your home network.
    • A media ser ver such as: 
    • PC running Windows Media Player 11 or higher; or
    • Mac running Twonky Media Ser ver.
    For help to use other media ser vers, such as T Versity, see the web site of the media ser ver.
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