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Contents
1 Important 5
Safety and notice 5
Safety 5
Compliance 7
Care of the environment 7
Copyright 9
Warranty 10
2 Your portable DVD player 11
Introduction 11
What's in the box 11
Overview of the main unit 12
Overview of the remote control 14
3 Get started 16
Prepare 16
Mount the player in your car (for in-car use) 19
Switch on/off 21
Select OSD language 21
4 Play music or movies 23
Play discs 23
Connect additional equipment 24
Play from USB 25
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1 Important
Safety and notice
Read and understand all instructions before you use this product. If damage is
caused by failure to follow the instructions, the warranty does not apply.
Safety
Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
The product shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not place any sources of danger on the product (e.g. liquid lled objects,
lighted candles).
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, re or the like.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type.
Risk of swallowing batteries!
• The product or remote control may contain a button cell battery, which is
possible to be swallowed. Keep the battery out of reach of children at all
times! If swallowed, the battery can cause serious injury or death. Severe
internal burns can occur within two hours of ingestion.
• If you suspect that a battery has been swallowed or placed inside any part of
the body, seek immediate medical attention.
• When you change the batteries, always keep all new and used batteries out
of reach of children. Ensure that the battery compartment is completely
secure after you replace the battery.
• If the battery compartment cannot be completely secured, discontinue use
of the product. Keep out of reach of children and contact the manufacturer.
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Modication of the product could result in hazardous radiation of EMC or
other unsafe operation.
Warning
• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
Warning
• Never remove the casing of this product.
• Never lubricate any part of this product.
• Never place this product on other electrical equipment.
• Keep this product away from direct sunlight, naked ames or heat.
• Never look into the laser beam inside this product.
• Ensure that you always have easy access to the power cord, plug or adaptor to disconnect the
product from the power.
Hearing safety
A pleine puissance, l’écoute prolongée du baladeur peut endommager l’oreille
de l’utilisateur.
Warning
• To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.
The maximum output voltage of the player is not greater than 150 mV.

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Compliance
This product complies with the radio interference requirements of the European
Community.
This apparatus includes this label:
Note
• The type plate is located on the bottom of the product.
Care of the environment
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. We have tried to make the packaging
easy to separate into three materials: cardboard (box), polystyrene foam (buffer)
and polyethylene (bags, protective foam sheet.)
Your system consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if
disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations
regarding the disposal of packaging materials, and old equipment.
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Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means that
the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and
electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products
with your normal household waste. Correct disposal of your old product helps to
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC,
which cannot be disposed with normal household waste.Please inform yourself
about the local rules on separate collection of batteries because correct disposal
helps to prevent negative consequences for the environmental and human health.
Always bring your product to a professional to remove the built-in battery.

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Copyright
This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse
engineering and disassembly are prohibited.
Specications are subject to change without notice. Trademarks are the property
of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V or their respective owners. Philips reserves
the right to change products at any time without being obliged to adjust earlier
supplies accordingly.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX
®
is a digital video format created by DivX.LLC, a
subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an ofcial DivX Certied
®
device that plays
DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert
your les into DivX videos.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certied
®
device must be
registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies.
To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device
setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your
registration.
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Warranty
• Never attempt to repair the product, this could lead to the risk of injury,
damage to the product and will void your warranty.
• Use the product and accessories only as intended by the manufacturer. The
caution sign printed on the back of the product indicates risk of electric
shock.
• Never remove the cover of the product. Always contact Philips Customer
Support for service or repairs.
• Any operation expressly prohibited in this manual, or any adjustments and
assembly procedures not recommended or authorized in this manual shall
void the warranty.

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2 Your portable DVD player
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benet from
the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.
Introduction
Your portable DVD player plays digital video discs that conform to the universal
DVD Video standard. With it, you can play movies with true cinema picture quality
and stereo or multi-channel sound (depending on disc and playback set-up).
You can also select sound track, subtitle languages, and different angle of view
(again depending on DVD disc). Besides, you can restrict the play of discs that are
not suitable for children.
You can play the following discs on the DVD player (including CD-R, CD-RW,
DVD±R and DVD±RW):
• DVD-Video
• Video CD
• Audio CD
• MP3 CD
• DivX
• Discs with JPEG les
What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
• Portable DVD player
• Remote control
• AC power adaptor, AY5808/05 or DSA-9PFB-09 FUK090100
• Car adaptor
• AV cable
• Car mounting bracket
• User manual
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Overview of the main unit
a
• Turns on/off DVD player.
SOURCE
• Switches between DISC and USB.
SETUP
• Accesses or exits the setup menu.
OPTIONS
• Accesses options relating to the current activity or selection.
• Accesses or exits the setup menu.
STOP
• Stops disc play.
DISC MENU
• For DVD, accesses or exits disc menu.
• For VCD, turns on or off PBC (Playback Control) mode.
• For VCD version 2.0 or SVCD with PBC turned on, returns to the
menu.
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• Skips to the previous or next title, chapter, or track.
b DC IN
• Power supply socket.
c AV OUT
• Audio/video output jack.
d
• Headphone jack.
e
• Connects a USB storage device.
f VOL +/-
• Increases or decreases volume.
g RESET
• When the player hangs up, press it with a ball-point pen or similar tool
to reset the player.
h , , ,
• Navigates menus.
,
• Searches backward/forward at different speeds.
/OK
• Conrms an entry or selection.
• Starts, pauses or resumes disc play.
i CHR/
• Charging indicator/Power indicator.
j OPEN
• Opens the disc compartment.
k Display panel
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Overview of the remote control
a SOURCE
• Switches between DISC and USB.
b DISPLAY
• Displays play information.
c
• Adjusts brightness of the screen backlight.
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d MENU
• For DVD, accesses or exits disc menu.
• For VCD, turns on or off PBC (Playback Control) mode.
• For VCD version 2.0 or SVCD with PBC turned on, returns to the
menu.
• For a USB device, accesses or exits the le menu.
e A-B
• Marks the section for repeat play.
f OPTION
• Accesses options relating to the current activity or selection.
g SUB
• Selects a DVD subtitle language.
h AUDIO
• For DVD, selects an audio language.
• For VCD, selects an audio mode.
i ZOOM
• Zooms into a video scene or picture.
j 0-9
• Inputs numbers.
k
• Stops disc play.
l SETUP
• Accesses or exits the setup menu.
m , , ,
• Navigates menus.
,
• Searches backward/forward at different speeds.
• Conrms an entry or selection.
• Starts, pauses or resumes disc play.
n /
• Skips to the previous or next title, chapter, or track.
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3 Get started
Caution
• Use the controls only as stated in this user manual.
• Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.
If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of your
player. The model number and serial number are on the bottom of your player.
Write the numbers here:
Model No. __________________________
Serial No. ___________________________
Prepare
Charge power
Charge the battery
Caution
• Risk of product damage. Ensure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage printed
on the bottom of the player.
• Use only the supplied AC adaptor to charge the battery.
Note
• The type plate is located on the bottom of the player.
To fast charge the battery,
1 press to switch off the player.

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2 Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the player and to the AC outlet.
» The CHR indicator turns on (red).
» When the battery is fully charged, the CHR indicator turns off.
Tip
• You can also charge the battery during play.
• To maximize battery life, recharge the battery immediately once the battery is fully discharged. If
you do not use the player for a long time, recharge the battery once every two months.
Charge through car adaptor
Connect the supplied car adaptor to the player and car cigarette lighter.
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Install remote control battery
Caution
• Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from heat, sunshine or re. Never discard batteries in re.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, they should be disposed of properly.
• Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
For rst-time use:
1 Remove the protective tab to activate the remote control battery.
To replace the remote control battery:
1 Open the battery compartment.
2 Insert one CR2025 battery with correct polarity (+/-) as indicated.
3 Close the battery compartment.
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Mount the player in your car (for in-car use)
Use the car mounting kit to mount the player onto the seat headrest in your car.
A. Fastening screw node for DVD player
B. Adjustment node for viewing angles
C. Buckle release button
D. Headrest mount bracket
Warning
• Remove the mounting kit and the DVD player from the seat when the DVD player is not in use.
To mount the DVD player onto the headrest
1 Fix the headrest mount bracket on to the front seat headrest.
a Position the bracket on the bars of the headrest.
b Fasten the screw to x the bracket rmly on the bars.
2 Fix the DVD mount bracket to the portable DVD player:
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DCB
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a Aim the fastening screw of the bracket to the screw nut on the back
of the DVD player.
b Screw tight the bracket onto the DVD player.
There are three holes on the bracket. Use any one as you like.
3 Install the DVD player to the headrest.
• Buckle DVD bracket into the headrest mount bracket.
4 Adjust the viewing angle.
a Release the adjustment node.
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c Fasten the node.
To release the DVD player from the headrest
• Press the release button
Switch on/off
1 Press to switch on the player.
» The indicator turns on (green).
2 To switch off the player, press .
» The indicator turns off.
Select OSD language
You can choose a different language for the on-screen display text.
1 Press SETUP.
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» The setup menu is displayed.
2 Go to [General] > [Language].
3 Press / to select a language option.
4 Press /OK to conrm.
5 Press SETUP to exit.

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4 Play music or movies
Play discs
1 Slide OPEN on the player.
2 Insert the disc with label side facing up.
3 Push down to close the disc compartment.
» Play starts automatically. If not, press /OK.
• If a menu is displayed, select an item, then press /OK to start play.
• To pause, press /OK. Press again to resume play.
• To stop, press STOP twice.
• To select the previous/next item, press or .
• To start search within video/audio, press or once or more.
Play options
Select audio language
For DVDs that contain two or more audio languages.
• During play, press AUDIO repeatedly until the language is selected.
Select subtitle language
For DVDs that contain two or more subtitle languages.
• During play, press SUBTITLE repeatedly until the language is selected.
Repeat a section
You can repeat a specic section of audio/video within a title/chapter/track (repeat
A-B).
1 During play, at the chosen start point, press A-B.
» [ A] is displayed.
2 At the chosen end point, press A-B again.
» [ AB] is displayed.
» The selected section plays repeatedly.
3 Press A-B to cancel.
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Zoom
For DVDs, VCDs and JPEG CDs, you can zoom in and out for video images or
pictures.
1 Press ZOOM repeatedly to zoom in and out.
2 When the video image or picture is enlarged, press
, , , to pan through it.
Select audio mode
When you play VCDs, you can select an audio mode.
• Press AUDIO repeatedly to select audio channel: [Stereo], [Left-mono] or
[Right-mono].
Rotate pictures
For JPEG CDs only. While the JPEG is displayed:
• Press to ip up/down.
• Press to ip left/right.
Adjust brightness of screen backlight
Note
• You can adjusts brightness of the screen backlight to match lighting conditions.
During play, press repeatedly to select an option.
• [High]
• [Normal]
• [Dim]
Tip
• For the longest playtime, select [Dim].
• For the best view, select [High].
Connect additional equipment
You can connect the player to a TV or an amplier to enjoy DVDs.

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Caution
• Turn off your player before you connect it to any additional equipment.
You can connect the player to a TV or an amplier to enjoy DVDs.
Match the color of the AV cables (the AV cable connected to TV is not supplied)
with the jacks:
• the yellow cable is for the yellow video jack
• the red/white cable is for the red/white audio jacks.
Play from USB
You can play DivX, VOB, MP3, or JPEG les that are stored on a USB storage
device.
1 Connect the USB device to the player.
» The content menu is displayed.
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VIDEO IN
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2 Press SOURCE to switch to USB mode.
3 Select a le, then press .
» Play starts.
4 To stop play, press STOP.

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5 Set the main unit
To maximize your play experience, use SETUP to ne tune your settings.
1 Press SETUP.
» The setup menu is displayed.
2 Use navigation keys to select an option and press /OK to conrm.
[General]
[Language] Select on-screen display language
[PBC settings] Set playback control function on/off.
[Power save] Set power saving mode.
[DivX (VOD)] Get DivX registration code.
[DivX subtitles] Select DivX subtitle language.
[Parental(DVD)] Select parental options.
[Set password] Change existing password (3308 by default).
[Factory settings] Restore factory settings.
[Video]
[LCD Display] Set screen display aspect ratio.
[TV standard] Set video output format to TV system.
[Brightness] Adjust screen brightness.
[Contrast] Adjust screen contrast.
[ Audio]
[Dolby] Set Dolby output.
[Version] Check the version information.
3 Press to go back to the previous menu.
4 Press SETUP to exit.
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6 Product information
Note
• Product information is subject to change without prior notice.
Dimensions 239 x 39 x 178 mm
Weight 1.0 kg
AC power adaptor AY5808/05 or DSA-9PFB-09 FUK090100
Power supply Input: 100-240V~ 50/60Hz
Output: DC 9V 1.0A
Power consumption 11.5 W
Operating temperature range 0-45°C
Laser wavelength 650 nm
Video output
Format PAL & NTSC
Output level 1Vp - p ± 20%
Load impedance
75
Audio line out
Audio out (analog audio) Output level: 2V ± 10%
Load impedance
10 K
Audio distortion + noise
-80 (1KHz)
Frequency response 20Hz-20KHz ± 1dB
Signal/noise ratio
80 dB
Channel separation
80 dB
Dynamic range
80 dB

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7 Troubleshooting
Warning
• Risk of electric shock. Never remove the casing of the player.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the system yourself.
If you encounter problems when using the player, check the following points
before requesting service. If the problem remains unsolved, register your player
and get support at www.philips.com/support. When you contact Philips, ensure
that your apparatus is nearby and the model number and serial number are
available.
No power
• Ensure that both plugs of the mains cord are properly connected.
• Ensure that there is power at the AC outlet.
• Check if the built-in battery is drained.
No sound
• Ensure that the AV cable is connected correctly.
Distorted picture
• Clean the disc. With a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, wipe the disc outwards from
the center.
• Make sure that the video output format of the disc is compatible with the TV.
• Change the video output format to match your TV or program.
• The LCD is manufactured using high precision technology. You may, however,
see tiny black points and/or bright points(red, blue, green) that continuously
appear on the LCD. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and
does not indicate a malfunction.
Cannot play disc
• Ensure the disc label is upwards.
• Clean the disc. With a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, wipe the disc outwards from
the center.
• Check if the disc is defective by trying another disc.
No response to the remote control
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• Ensure that the path between the remote control and the player is clear
from obstacles.
• From a close distance, point the remote control directly at the player.
• Replace the remote control batteries.
• The function does not work for this disc. Refer to the disc instructions.
Not work properly or freeze up
• Press RESET with a ball-point pen or similar tool to switch off the player, and
press to restart.
The player feels warm
• When the player is in use for a long period of time, its surface will be heated.
This is normal.


Specifications are subject to change without notice
© 2012 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
All rights reserved.
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