Philips Hts3011 Instructions

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Remote Control (c o n t i n u e d )
l Source buttons
– AUX: switches to AUX 1 or AUX 2 
external source mode.
– RADIO: switches to FM band.
– DISC: switches to DISC mode. 
m MENU (BACK)
–  DVD: go back to title menu.
– VCD/SVCD: 
During playback (PBC ON mode only) 
return to PBC menu.
n í/ë  (Previous / Next)
–  DISC: skips to the previous or next title/
chapter/track.
–  RADIO: selects a preset radio station.
o     (Mute)
–  Mutes or restores the volume.
p SURROUND
–  Selects multi-channel...

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Remote Control (c o n t i n u e d )
Using the remote control
A Push to open the battery compartment.
B Insert two batteries type R03 or AAA,
following the indications (+-) inside
the compartment.
C Close the cover.
D  Point the remote control directly at the 
remote sensor (iR) on the front panel.
E Select the source you wish to control by 
pressing the AUX, RADIO or DISC 
button on the remote control.
F Then select the desired function (for 
example í, ë). CAUTION!
–  Remove batteries if they...

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Basic Connections
Step 1:  Placing the speakers
The Philips Home Theater System is 
simple to install. However, proper system 
placement is critical to ensure an 
optimum sound experience.
A Place the front left and right speakers at 
equal distances from the TV and at an 
angle of approximately 45 degrees from 
the listening position.
B Place the center speaker above the TV or 
the main unit such that the center 
channel’s sound is localized.
C Place the rear speakers at normal 
listening ear...

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Step 2: Connecting to TV
This connection enables you to view the 
video playback from this unit. You only 
need to choose one of the options 
below to make the video connection.
–  For a standard TV, follow option 1.
–  For a progressive scan TV, follow 
option 2.
–  For TV with only a single antenna 
input jack, follow option 3.
Helpful Hint:
–  It is important to connect this unit directly 
to the TV in order to enjoy optimum video 
quality.
–  To hear the TV audio through this unit,...

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Option 2: Connecting to a 
Progressive Scan TV or component 
video input
The progressive scan video quality is only 
available when using Y Pb Pr connection 
and a progressive scan TV is required. It 
provides superior picture quality when 
watching DVD movies.A Use the component video cables (red/ 
blue/green - not supplied) to connect the 
Y Pb Pr jacks on the main unit to the 
corresponding component video input 
jacks (or labeled as Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr or 
YUV) on the TV.

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C Connect the Antenna or Cable TV 
service signal to the ANTENNA IN or 
RF IN jack on the RF modulator.  (It may 
have been connected to your TV 
previously.  Disconnect it from the TV.)Option 3:  Using an accessory RF 
modulator
If your TV has only a single Antenna Input 
jack (labeled as 75 ohm or RF In,) you 
need an RF modulator in order to view 
the DVD playback on the TV.  See your 
electronics retailer or contact Philips for 
details about RF modulator availability and 
operations.
A...

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Basic Connections (c o n t i n u e d )
Step 3:  Connecting speakers 
and subwoofer
z Connect all the speakers and subwoofer 
to the matching jacks at the rear of the 
main unit, Make sure that the colors of 
the cables and jacks are matched.
Helpful Hint:
–  To prevent unwanted noise, never place 
the speakers too close to the main unit, 
subwoofer, AC power adapter, TV or any 
other radiation sources.REAR 
LEFT
REAR 
RIGHT
SUBWOOFER FRONT CENTRE
FRONT 
LEFT
FRONT 
RIGHT
Main Unit (rear)...

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Basic Connections (c o n t i n u e d )
Step 4:  Connecting the 
FM antenna
A Connect the FM antenna (supplied) to 
the FM 75 
Ω socket. (For some models, 
it has been connected in the factory.)
B Extend the FM antenna and fi x its ends to 
the wall. 
For better FM stereo reception, connect 
an external FM antenna (not supplied).
Helpful Hints:
–  Adjust the position of the antenna for 
optimal reception.
–  Position the antenna as far away as 
possible from your TV, VCR or other 
radiation...

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Optional Connections
Connecting audio from other 
devices
This unit provides analogue audio 
connection. You can connect the audio 
output from an audio/video device (e.g. 
DVD Recorder, VCR, Cable/Satellite 
Box, game console or TV) to the main 
unit in order to enjoy the multi-channel 
surround sound capabilities.  z  Use an audio cable (not supplied) to 
connect the AUDIO IN-AUX1 or 
AUDIO IN-AUX2 jacks on the main 
unit to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the 
connected device.
To listen to the...

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EnglishFinding the correct viewing 
channel
A Press STANDBY-ON to turn on the 
unit.
B Press DISC on the remote control.
C Turn on the TV and switch it to the 
correct video-in channel.