Philips DVD840 - Manual (Page 11)

Preparing the Remote Control Operating with the Remote Control
Insert the batteries into the remote control so you can use it to
operate the DVD video player.
This section shows you how to use the remote control.
Point the remote control at the
remote sensor and press the
buttons.
30^ 30°
Within about seven meters
Distance: About seven meters from the
front of the remote sensor
About 30° in each direction of
the front of the remote sensor
Angle:
Make sure to match the + and - on the
batteries to the marks inside the battery
compartment.
Close the cover.
= Do not expose the remote sensor of the
DVD video player to a strong light source
such as direct sunlight or illumination. If
you do so, you may not be able to
operate the DVD video player with the
remote control.
Improper use of batteries may cause battery leakage and corrosion.
To operate the remote control correctly, follow the instructions below.
• Do not insert the batteries into the remote control in the wrong
direction (follow the +/- signs).
• Do not charge, heat, open, or short-circuit the batteries. Do not
throw the batteries into a fire.
• Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries in the remote control.
• Do not use different types of batteries together, or mix old and new
batteries.
• If you do not use the remote control for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery
corrosion.
• If the remote control does not function correctly or if the operating
range becomes reduced, replace all batteries with new ones.
• If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the battery
compartment, then insert new batteries.
• Point the remote control at the remote sensor of the DVD video
player.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not leave the remote control near an extremely hot or humid
place.
• Do not spill water into or put anything wet on the remote control.
• Do not open the remote control.
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