Hitachi PDV314 User manual

Brand: Hitachi

Model: PDV314

Category: DVD players

Type: User manual

Brand : Hitachi

Model : PDV314 ( DPP5137 )

Item : Eng Manual

Date : 11 May, 2005

Rev. : 01

Col : White Background with Black

Size : A5

PORTABLE DVD PLAYER WITH

TWIN 7" SCREENS

PDV314

Before operating please read all these instructions thoroughly.

Instruction Manual

REGION 2

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SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical

equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

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DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-connections

between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or subjected to excessive wear

and tear or heat.

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DON’T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains,

etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as

vases, to be placed on the equipment.

DON’T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to equipment.

High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.

DON’T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety always fit the

manufacturer’s approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON’T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of

traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON’T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON’T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for

unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure

that your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped

people.

DON’T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in

any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

ABOVE ALL

— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case

- this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind

— it is better to be safe than sorry!

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CONTENTS

CONTENTS .......................................................................................................................................1

ACCESSORY CHECK LIST ..............................................................................................................1

IMPORTANT ...................................................................................................................................... 2

SAFETY....................................................................................................................................... 2-4

PLAYER ZONES ............................................................................................................................... 5

INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................5

CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 5-8

CARRY BAG INSTALLATION PROCEDURES .................................................................................. 9

MONITOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURES ...................................................................................... 10

MAIN UNIT ....................................................................................................................................... 11

MONITOR ........................................................................................................................................ 12

REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................................. 13-14

OPERATION OF MONITOR ............................................................................................................. 14

BASIC SET-UP ........................................................................................................................ 14 - 15

SYSTEM SET-UP ..................................................................................................................... 16 -18

BASIC OPERATION ................................................................................................................ 18 - 21

CD / DVD / VCD / MP3-CD ..................................................................................................... 22 - 23

DISC NOTES ........................................................................................................................... 23 - 24

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................................................. 25 - 26

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ 26

UK GUARANTEE ............................................................................................................................ 27

ACCESSORY CHECK LIST

After unpacking for the first time, please check the contents of your DVD player as listed below :

1. Instruction manual

2. Portable DVD player main unit

3. Remote control

4. AC / DC power adaptor

5. Rechargeable battery pack for main unit ( Ni-MH )

6. Car Cigarette adaptor

7. Mini Din Cable

8. Mounting Strap

9. A/V Cable

10.Carry Bag

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IMPORTANT

Since CD circuitry may cause interference to other radio tuners nearby, switch this unit off when not in use or

move it away from the affected radio tuner.

NOTE :

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A / Class B ( whichever is applicable ) limits for radio

noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry

Canada. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not

installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of

the following measures :

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

Caution When Using

Be careful of ambient temperature

• Using the DVD player in a place where the temperature is over 40 deg C or under 0 deg C will result in

abnormal function.

• Never expose this unit to prolonged periods of high temperature or leave the unit situated where high

temperatures can occur (such as the dash panels of vehicles on very hot days). This could cause

malfunctions or damage to the product.

Information for users applicable in European Union countries

This symbol on the product or on its packaging means that your electrical and electronic equipment

should be disposed at the end of life separately from your household wastes. There are separate

collection systems for recycling in EU.

For more information, please contact the local authority or the dealer where you purchased the product.

SAFETY

WARNING :

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE

CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

- The AC/DC adaptor and DVD player shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled

with liquids,such as vases,shall be placed on apparatus or other equivalent.

- Minimum distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilations.

- The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newsaper,

tablecloths,curtains etc.

- No open flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.

- Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

- The use of apparatus in moderate climates.

LASER : This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future

reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact the qualified service personnel.

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may

result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated.

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SAFETY

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

CAUTION

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK

FAILED OR DEFEATED

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM.

WARNING :

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION :

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified

may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION

o reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover ( or back ).

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash witjh arrowhead symbol, with in an equilateral triangle,

is intended to alert user to the presence of uninsulated “ dangerous

voltage “ within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert

the user to the pesence of important operating and maintenance

( servicing ) instruction in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION : PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN

THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock

or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for

installation, use and servicing. This unit does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

1. Read these instructions.

After unpacking this product, read the owner manual carefully.

2. Keep these instructions.

Retain this booklet for future reference.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all the operating and other instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a damp cloth.

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SAFETY

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and

the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury

from tip-over.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or

objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not

operate normally, or has been dropped.

14. Disc Tray

Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.

15. Burden

Do not place a heavy object on, or step on the product. The object may fall, causing serious personal

injury and serious damage to the product.

16.Disc

Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious

personal injury and product malfunction.

17. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions.Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage

and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its nor mal operation.

e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

18.Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified

by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may

result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20.Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety

checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

21. AC mains disconnect

The mains plug is used as the disconnect device and it shall remain readily operable. To be completely

disconnected the power input, the mains plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains

completely. Since the mains plug is used as the disconnect device and the signal lamp of the unit would be

used as an indication of Power On, if the signal lamp is turned Off, the apparatus is completely

disconnected from the mains.

The mains plug is the disconnection devise for this apparatus. To disconnect this apparatus from the mains

supply, the mains plug must be removed from the wall socket.

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PLAYER ZONES

For the purpose of distribution of DVD Discs, the workd has been separated into 6 zones. The zone your player is

intended for is indicated on the “ Zone Label “. This should be the same as the label on discs available in your

region. If you have any difficulties in playing a disc, make sure that the disc is for the same zone as your player.

INSTALLATION

Install your DVD player on a stable flat surface. The unit should be situated with enough space around it so that

proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 20cm clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 10 cm from

each side.

Caution : Do not install this equipment in confined space with poor ventilation.

CONNECTIONS

1. Connecting the main unit to TV

Connect the Audio ( Black ) and Video ( Yellow ) cable to Audio Out jacks on your DVD Player, and to the

corresponding Audio/Video Input jacks on your TV.

2. Connecting the main unit to monitor

The DIN cable connecting mode will produce a better picture than using the AV connector mode.

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CONNECTIONS

Notes :

• Connect monitor to main unit with DIN cable, the DC power will be supplied by the main unit, so no adapter

needs to be connected to DC IN jack on monitor.

• Slide the AV / DIN to DIN.

3. Connecting the monitor to an external VCD/DVD

Connect the Audio ( Red / White ) and Video ( Yellow ) cables to the Audio and Video Out jacks on your DVD

Player and to the corresponding Audio and Video Input jacks on your monitor.

Note :

• Slide the AV / DIN to AV.

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CONNECTIONS

4. Connecting the main unit to an Amplifer with Dolby Digital Decoder

Note :

• The DVD player can be connected to an AV amplifier with Dolby Digital decoder via the Digital Optical Cable (

optional extra ).

5. Connecting the main unit for in car use

Use the Car Power Adaptor for power when using the DVD player in a car.

1. Plug the adaptor into the car cigarette lighter.

2. Plug the pin into the DC IN jack on the unit.

Caution: This car adaptor lead is specially designed for the PDV314 Portable DVD Player for in-car entertainment.

For your safety, no other car adaptor lead should be used.

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CONNECTIONS

6. Connecting the monitor for in car use

Use the Car Power Adaptor for power when using the monitor to display your DVD / VCD in a car.

1. Plug the adaptor into the car cigarette lighter.

2. Plug the pin into the DC IN jack on the monitor.

Caution: This car adaptor lead is specially designed for the PDV314 Portable DVD Player for in-car entertainment.

For your safety, no other car adaptor lead should be used.

Note :

• Without being connected to main unit with the DIN cable, please plug the adaptor into DC IN jack, otherwise

there is no power supplied for the monitor.

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CARRY BAG INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

1.) Open the carry bag.

2.) Place the DVD player under the net cloth in the carry bag.

3.) Lift up the top cabinet and secure it to the bag by placing the top cabinet under the elastic bands in the top

panel of the bag.

Secure the bottom cabinet under the net cloth.

4.) Insert the strap through the loop on the back of the carry bag.

5.) Adjust the length of the strap to fasten the whole unit tightly to the back of the seat inside the car.

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MONITOR INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

1.) Insert the strap under both hinges on the back panel of the unit.

2.) Adjust the length of the strap and fasten the unit tightly to the back of the seat inside the car.

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MAIN UNIT

1. ON/OFF – Turn the player on or off.

2. OPEN – To open the disc door.

PLAY – Start disc playback or pause the playback.

STOP – Stops disc playback.

SKIP + – To skip to the next track, and next chapter ( only while playing )

6. SKIP - – To skip to the beginning / previous track, and the beginning / previous chapter (only while

playing)

7. Menu – In DVD mode, press for Menu setup for DVD Title ( if available ).

8. REVERSE DISPLAY – To reverse the screen display up side down.Hold this key,the TFT panel display

format will change between 16:9 and 4:3.

9. Navigation Keys – Select Menu items

10. OK – Press to confirm the selected function.

11. SET-UP – Accesses the DVD player setup menu.

12. Display – Press for detailed information on the disc playing.

13. Volume Control - Rotate to adjust to your desired sound level

14. Headphone Jacks - To listen to stereo sound with headphones (not included)

15. Video

Video out – Connects to the Video input to your TV. ( A/V Switch set at “ Out “ )

Video in – Connects to the Video from external video source. ( A/V Switch set at “ In “ )

16. Audio Optical

Audio Out – Connects to the Audio input to your TV/External amplifier system. ( A/V Switch set at “ Out “ )

Audio In – Connects to the Line from external audio source. ( A/V Switch set at “ In “ )

17. A/V IN/OUT – Selects to analog Audio and Video In / Out function.

18. DC Power In – Connects to DC power source in

19. IR – Infrared sensor for remote control.

20. Power LED – LED lights up when the player turns on.

21. Charge LED – LED lights up in red when the battery is being charged;LED blink in green when the battery

is charged full.

22. Speakers

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MONITOR

1. ON/OFF – Turn the player on or off.

2. POWER – LED lights up when the player turns on.

3. ADJ- – Adjust BRIGHT, CONTRAST, COLOR or TINT down.

4. MENU – Press repeatedly to enter BRIGHT, CONTRAST, COLOR and TINT mode.

5. ADJ + – Adjust BRIGHT, CONTRAST, COLOR or TINT up.

Volume – Adjust volume up / down.

7. DC IN – Connects to DC power source when not connecting main unit with DIN cable .

8. Video – Connects to the Video from external video source.

9. L-Audio – Connects to the L-Video from external L- video source.

10. R-Audio – Connects to the R-Video from external R-video source.

11. AV / DIN – Switch to DIN when CONNECT TO MONITOR is connected; Otherwise switch to AV.

12. CONNECT TO MAIN UNIT – Connects to CONNECT TO MONITOR of the main unit.

13. Headphone Jack – To listen to stereo sound with headphone (not included).

Remarks:

For the above function 3, 4 and 5, they are only effective when the monitor used separately (not connect to main

unit), please refer to page 14 for details.

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REMOTE CONTROL

1. Setup – Accesses the DVD player setup menu.

2. Menu – In DVD mode, press for menu setup for DVD title ( if available ).

3. Title – Press to go to the title menu at DVD mode.

4. Display – Press for detailed information on the disc playing.

5. Subtitle – When a DVD is playing, press to select a subtitle language or to turn subtitle off.

6. Audio – Press to select various audio languages ( if available ).

7. Angle – Press to change angle selection in DVD mode ( if available ).

8. Zoom – Press to select the zoom ratio.

9. Reverse – Press to search backward.

10.

Forward – Press to search forward.

11. Navigation Keys – Use the arrow buttons to move through the on-screen menu and info display.

12.

Skip - – Skip to previous chapter, track, title.

13.

Skip + – Skip to next chapter, track, title.

14. / OK – Press to select the highlighted items. Press to start playback.

15. Playmode – Press to enter Random or Program mode.

16.

Stop – Press to stop playback.

17. Pause / Frame – Press to pause playback for VCD / DVD disc;

To show the picture frame by frame by pressing Pause/Frame key again.

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REMOTE CONTROL

18. Bookmark – Press to store the desired point to a Bookmark.

19. Repeat – Press to repeat a Chapter, Track Title, or All content.

20. A-B – Press to mark a segment to repeat between A and B.

21. PBC – Press to switch the PBC on or off (only for VCD).

22. Search – Press to select the desired title, chapter or time search.

23. Slow – Press to start slow forward or slow rewind.

24. Clear – Press to clear the unwanted digits which you entered.

25. Screen – Press to reverse the screen display upside down.

26. 0-9 – Press to input information such as chapter numbers, track number, or to make selections on some

screens.

OPERATION OF MONITOR

Monitor used with main unit

1. Connect monitor and main unit with DIN cable.

2. Slide the OFF/ON button to ON, the monitor will switch on and start to display the picture.

3. Slide the

Volume to adjust the Volume up or down.

Monitor used separately ( not connect to main unit )

1. Connect the AV cable to monitor and your DVD / VCD.

2. Connect the AV adaptor or car adaptor to DC IN jack.

3. Slide the OFF/ON button to ON, the monitor will switch on and start to display the picture.

4. Press MENU button repeatedly, then “BRIGHT”, “CONTRAST”, “COLOR” and “TINT” will be displayed on the

screen.

5. To adjust BRIGHT, CONTRAST, COLOR or TINT, press ADJ + or ADJ -

6. Slide the

Volume to adjust the Volume up or down.

BASIC SET-UP

Preparing the Remote Control

1. Remove the plastic protecting sheet before use.

2. Operation angle : about + / - 30 degree in each the direction of the front of the IR sensor.

Usage of Adapter

1. The player is supplied with an AC/DC adapter.

2. Connect the AC/DC adapter to the DC power in jack at the side of the DVD player.

3. Plug the AC/DC adapter into a household power outlet.

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BASIC SET-UP

Install / Detach the Battery Pack

1. Follow the illustrations to install the battery pack.

2. Press the release button at the right side of battery pack, follow the direction to uninstall the battery pack

from the unit.

Using the Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Pack

1. Connect the AC/DC adapter lead to the unit and plug the AC adapter into a mains socket.

2. Switch off the unit by sliding the ON/OFF button to OFF.

3. The battery will start to charging automatically, at this moment, the charging LED will light in red.

4. When the charge LED blink in green, charging is completed.

Notes:

1. Charge the battery pack before using it for the first time. Charge time is normally between 3~4 hours.

Battery pack should be fully charged before use.

2. Charge only with the supplied AC/DC adapter.

3. Do not charge for more than 4 hours as it could reduce service life.

4. When playing the unit in conjunction with the battery pack and battery low displays, this indicates that

battery power is low and the battery should be recharged.

5. When the battery pack is being charged, the CHARGE LED will light in red, when charging is completed,

the LED will blink in green.

6. When the unit is simultaneously connected to the battery pack and AC adapter, the unit will automatically

select the AC adapter as its power source.

7. Remove the battery pack to avoid leakage if you do not use your set for more than one month.

8. In case the charge LED does not light, please check that the battery connection is correct or not.

9. In case the charge is failing and out of time, the charge LED will blink in green and red.

Playback Preparation / Quick Operation Guide

1. Connecting to power ( AC/DC adapter, external DC power source through Cigarette connector cable or

with attached battery pack ).

2. Lift the main cover up ( display screen ), and open the disc cover by pressing the OPEN knob.

3. Load the disc and close the door lid.

4. Switch on the unit by sliding the ON/OFF button to ON.

5. Adjust the volume to your desired level.

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SYSTEM SET-UP

Access the GENERAL SET-UP by pressing the “ SET-UP “ key on the unit or remote control.

1. TV Display

NORMAL / PS – If you want the movie to fill the entire screen of your TV.

NORMAL / LB – If you want to see movies in their original aspect ratio.

The movie might appear with black bars at the top and bottom of the screen.

Wide – If your DVD player is connected to a widescreen TV.

2. TV Type

Select the TV Video output format to match your TV.

3. Angle Mark

The function only works for disc having scenes recorded at different angles.

ON/ OFF – With this switched on you will be notified if alternative viewing angles are available.

4. OSD Language

The languages menu enables you to set preferred language options for the DVD player’s menu system.

5. SPDIF Output

This item is used to set the format of digital audio. “ SPDIF OFF ” turns off the digital audio ; “ SPDIF /

RAW ” outputs the original. For example, if the disc being played is Dolby Digital, then the digital audio

output is also Dolby Digital. Select “ SPDIF / PCM ” when you connect with a 2 channel digital stereo

amplifier.

6. Screen Saver

When activated the screen saver automatically works if there has been no operation for a period of time.

7. Last Memory

Last memory allows playback at the point where the disc was stopped.

Access SPEAKER SET-UP page by pressing the “ SET-UP “ and “

“ keys on the unit or remote control.

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SYSTEM SET-UP

1. Downmix

Select LT/RT in downmix, then the player will output mixed audio in a way prescribed by Dolby.

Select STEREO, then the player will output a stereo sound.

Access DOLBY DIGITAL SET-UP page by pressing the “ SET-UP “ and “

“ keys on the unit or remote control.

1. Dynamic

This feature compresses the dynamic range of a disc’s soundtrack.

Access VIDEO SET-UP page by pressing the “ SET-UP “ and “

“ keys on the unit or remote control.

1. Brightness

Use to increase or decrease the screen brightness.

2. Contrast

Adjust the contrast level of the screen display.

Access PREFERENCE SET-UP page by pressing the “ SET-UP “ and “

“ keys on the unit or remote control.

Note:

- Only in STOP mode can you access PREFERENCE SET-UP page.

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SYSTEM SET-UP

1. Audio

You can set your language preference for movies you play in your DVD player – the language in which

you’ll hear the dialogue when you’re playing a movie.

2. Subtitle

You can set your language preference for the subtitles you see on the screen while playing a disc.

3. Disc Menu

You can set your language preference for disc menus, a disc’s menu is separated from the DVD player

menu.

4. Parental

You can set up ratings limits and lock your player in order to control the type of content people watch on

your DVD player. Depending on the disc, you can replace or lock out violent scenes, or lock out playback

of the disc altogether. Access parental control on the sub-menu by pressing direction keys on the remote

control, and then press the OK button, An interactive menu will appear.

5. Password

You can enter the password to change the parental control level. You can change the defaulted password “

1234 “ to your desired password if the player is locked.

6. Default

Reset all the settings.

BASIC OPERATION

Loading and removing a disc

1. Hold the display and operating section securely and lift the display.

2. Press the main unit’s OPEN button to open the door lid

3. Press the disc down on to the centre spindle until a click is heard.

4. Push the lid to close.

Power on and Start to Playback

1. Slide the ON/OFF button to on, the set will switch on automatically and start to play the disc.

2. For some discs, a menu appears. For video CDs, playing the disc according to the instruction on the disc’s

menu screens is called PBC ( playback control ) playback.

3. For DVD with menu screens or video CDs with playback control ( PBC ), a menu screen appears.

4. DVD – Use the direction keys to select the items, then press the OK button.

You can also use the numeric buttons on the remote control to select the menu items.

5. Video CD – Select by pressing the number buttons, It is also possible to play a disc without displaying the

menu screen.

6. Once you have inserted a disc in the player, some discs will automatically display the main menu on the

screen, To play, make sure the playing movie menu selection is selected and press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

Bookmark

The bookmark feature lets you make a point on the disc that you can go to quickly. You can store up to 12

bookmarks per disc. When you turn the player off or remove the disc, bookmarks are cleared.

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