Philips dvp 7400s-98 User Manual

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Troubleshooting
 Problem 
Solution
WARNING
Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will 
invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock.
If a fault occurs, fi rst check the points listed below before taking the system for repair. If 
you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or 
Philips for help.
No power.
Remote control does not
work.
No picture.
The picture is distorted or black & 
white during playback.
No sound.
Disc does not play.
The aspect ratio of the screen cannot 
be changed.
–  Press STANDBY-ON button on the front of the DVD 
player to switch on the system.
–  Make sure the AC outlet has power.
–  Aim the remote control directly at the sensor on the front 
of the DVD player (not towards TV).
–  Remove any obstacles between DVD player and the remote 
control.
–  Batteries are weak, replace the batteries.
–  Check the polarities of the batteries are as indicated on the 
remote control (± signs).
–  Make sure the remote control is select at the relevant 
device [DVD] in order to control the DVD player.
–  Switch on your TV and set to the correct Video In channel 
for the DVD player. You may go to Channel 1 on your TV, 
then press the channel down button on your TV’s remote 
control until you see the TV programme.
–  Check the video connection between the DVD player and 
the TV.
–  The disc does not match with the TV colour system 
standard (PAL/NTSC).
–  The disc is dirty, clean the disc.
–  Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may 
appear. This is not a malfunction.
–  Check the audio connections, the red and white jacks are 
connected correctly.
–  Set the Digital output correctly, based on the equipment you
 
connected to the DVD player. 
–  Insert the disc with the label facing up.
– Wrong 
region 
code.
–  Wrong disc type. Read chapter “Playback - Playable discs” 
for details.
–  Make sure the disc is not scratched or warped. Clean the 
disc or replace a new one.
–  Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.
–  The aspect ratio is fi xed on the DVD disc.
–  Depending on the TV, it may not be possible to change the 
aspect ratio.
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