Pioneer Car Video System XV HTD1 User Manual

DVD RECEIVER  
XV-HTD1  
SPEAKER SYSTEM  
S-HTD1  
Operating Instructions  
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF THIS FINE PIONEER PRODUCT.  
Pioneer is on the leading edge of DVD research for consumer products and this unit incorporates the latest technological  
developments. We are sure you will be fully satisfied with the DVD player. Thank you for your support.  
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.  
Please read through these operating instructions so  
you will know how to operate your model properly.  
After you have finished reading the instructions, put  
them away in a safe place for future reference.  
In some countries or regions, the shape of the power  
plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from  
that shown in the explanatory drawings. However,  
the method of connecting and operating the unit is  
the same.  
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH  
Only multi-voltage model is provided with this  
switch.  
Mains voltages in Saudi Arabia are 127 V and  
220 V only. Never use this model with the 110 V  
setting in Saudi Arabia.  
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The line voltage selector switch is located on the rear panel.  
Checkthatitissetproperlybeforepluggingthepowercordinto  
the outlet. If the voltage is not properly set or if you move to an  
area where the voltage requirements differ, adjust the selector  
switch as follows:  
Be sure to disconnect the power cord from its outlet before  
making this adjustment.  
Please read through these operating instructions so  
you will know how to operate your model properly.  
After you have finished reading the instructions, put  
them away in a safe place for future reference.  
Use a medium-sized (flat blade) screwdriver. Insert the tip  
ofthescrewdriverintothegrooveoftheselectorswitchand  
turn it so that the power voltage marking of your area points  
to the arrow.  
This player is not suitable for commercial use.  
VOLTAGE  
SELECTOR  
This product incorporates copyright protection  
technology that is protected by method claims of  
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property  
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other  
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection  
technology must be authorized by Macrovision  
Corporation, and is intended for home and other  
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise  
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse  
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
240V  
220-230V  
110-127V  
CAUTION 220 – 230 V  
Power source voltage is factory adjusted 220 - 230 volts.  
If your area is different, change voltage selectors set-  
tings.  
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1 Before You Start  
Features  
What’s in the box  
Confirm that the following accessories are in the box  
when you open it.  
Superlative audio performance with  
Dolby Digital* and DTS** software  
The XV–HTD1 delivers breathtaking sound quality with  
Dolby Digital and DTS discs.  
• Remote control  
• AA/R6P dry cell batteries x2  
• AM loop antenna  
Graphical Setup Navigator  
• FM antenna  
Setting up your home theater is easy using the  
graphical Setup Navigator. Answer the questions that  
appear on-screen and the Setup Navigator makes the  
necessary video and language settings for you.  
• Video cord (yellow)  
• Power cord x1 (x2 (Central and South America  
models only))  
• These operating instructions  
• Warranty card (European and Australian models  
only)  
• This product incorporates copyright protection  
technology that is protected by method claims of  
certain U. S. patents and other intellectual property  
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and  
other rights owners. Use of this copyright protec-  
tion technology must be authorized by Macrovision  
Corporation, and is intended for home and other  
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise  
• Speaker cords 5m x2 (for front L-R speakers)  
• Speaker cord 2m x1 (for center speaker)  
• Speaker cords 6m x2 (for rear L-R speakers)  
• Speaker cord 3m x1 (for subwoofer)  
• Power plug adapter (Central and South America  
models only)  
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse  
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
Using this manual  
This manual is for the XV–HTD1 DVD Receiver. It is  
divided into several sections: system basics and  
connecting up (chapters 1 and 2); an explanation of  
the controls and displays (chapter 3); setting up for  
surround sound and other preferences (chapter 4);  
getting started (chapter 5); advanced features (chapters  
6–10); system settings and preferences (chapter 11).  
* Manufactured under license from Dolby  
Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol  
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential  
unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laborato-  
ries. All rights reserved.  
** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are  
registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems,  
Inc.  
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Before You Start  
Contents  
1
6 Using Surround Sound  
Adjusting the bass and treble  
Using P.Bass  
Using sound modes  
Listening to surround-sound  
sources  
Listening to other sources with  
room effects  
11 DVD Setup Menu  
23 Using the DVD Setup menu  
23 Video settings  
1 Before You Start  
Features  
What’s in the box  
Using this manual  
Putting the batteries in  
the remote control  
Using the remote control  
Hints on installation  
Avoiding problems with  
condensation  
Moving the system  
Discs compatible with this system  
DVD Video regions  
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TV Screen  
Picture Quality  
S-Video Out  
Still Picture  
On Screen Display  
Angle Indicator  
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Adjusting the effect level  
Listening at low volume  
Direct recording  
25 Language settings  
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OSD language  
Audio Language  
Subtitle Language  
Auto Language  
DVD Language  
Subtitle Display  
Subtitle Off  
General settings  
Setup Menu Mode  
Parental Lock  
7 Playing Discs  
Introduction  
Finding what you want on a disc  
Switching camera angles  
Switching subtitles  
Switching audio language  
Switching audio channel  
Making a program list  
More programming options  
Using random play  
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2 Connecting Up  
Connecting the speakers  
Placing the speakers  
Wall mounting the rear speaker  
system  
Connecting to your TV  
Setting the TV System  
Connecting the supplied antennas 11  
AM loop antenna  
FM wire antenna  
Connecting external antennas  
External AM antenna  
External FM antenna  
Connecting other components  
Connecting the power  
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Changing the parental lock level 42  
Changing your password  
Screen Saver  
Background Color  
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Using repeat play  
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Looping a section of a disc  
Playing CDs only (CD Mode)  
Bookmarking a place in a disc  
Memorizing disc settings  
Displaying disc information  
Singing karaoke (Except European  
model)  
12 Additional Information  
30 Switching the AM frequency  
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interval  
Setting the display brightness  
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31 Switching the time format  
Resetting the system  
3 Controls & Displays  
Taking care of your system  
Disc lens cleaner  
Taking care of your discs  
Storing discs  
Discs to avoid  
Glossary  
Language code list  
Troubleshooting  
Screen sizes and disc formats  
Specifications  
8 Using RDS (European  
model only)  
Using RDS  
RDS Program types  
Displaying RDS information  
Remote control  
Front panel  
Display  
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4 Setting Up  
Switching on and setting the clock 16  
Setting up for surround sound  
Setting the speaker distances  
Balancing the surround sound  
Using the Setup Navigator  
Searching for a program type  
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9 Using the Timer  
Using the wake up timer  
Activating/deactivating the  
wake up timer  
34  
Switching the demo mode on/off 52  
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5 Getting Started  
Checking the timer settings  
Playing DVDs, CDs and Video CDs 19 Using the sleep timer  
Basic playback controls  
Navigating DVD disc menus  
Navigating Video CD PBC menus 20  
Exchanging discs  
Listening to the radio  
Improving FM stereo sound  
Saving station presets  
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10 Advanced Sound Setup  
Advanced sound settings  
LFE attenuator  
Dynamic Range Control  
Dual-mono setting  
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Adjusting channel volume levels 37  
Listening to station presets  
Listening to other components  
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1 Before You Start  
Chapter 12 provides additional information, including a  
glossary of terms used in this manual, and a trouble-  
shooting section.  
When disposing of used batteries, please comply with  
governmental regulations or environmental public  
institutions rules that apply in your country or area.  
Using the remote control  
Keep in mind the following when using the remote  
control:  
Putting the batteries in the remote  
control  
1 Open the battery compartment cover on  
the back of the remote control.  
Make sure that there are no obstacles between the  
remote control and the remote sensor on the unit.  
Use within 7 meters of the remote sensor and at an  
angle of less than 30º.  
Remote operation may become unreliable if strong  
sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the units  
remote sensor.  
2 Insert two AA/R6P batteries into the  
battery compartment following the  
indications (ª, ·) inside the  
compartment.  
Remote controllers for different devices can interfere  
with each other. Avoid using remotes for other equip-  
ment located nearby this unit.  
Replace the batteries when you notice the operating  
range of the remote starts to decrease.  
Hints on installation  
We want you to enjoy using this unit for years to come,  
so please bear in mind the following points when  
choosing a suitable location for it:  
3 Close the cover.  
Do...  
Use in a well-ventilated room.  
Place on a solid, flat, level surface, such as a table,  
shelf or stereo rack.  
Don’t...  
Remove the batteries if the remote is not going to be  
used for a month or more.  
Use in a place exposed to high temperatures or  
humidity, including near radiators and other heat-  
generating appliances.  
Remove dead batteries promptlythey can leak and  
damage the unit.  
Place on a window sill or other place where the  
system will be exposed to direct sunlight.  
Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment.  
Place directly on top of an amplifier, or other  
component in your stereo system that becomes hot in  
use.  
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Before You Start  
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Use near a television or monitor as you may  
experience interferenceespecially if the television  
uses an indoor antenna.  
Use in a kitchen or other room where the system  
may be exposed to smoke or steam.  
Audio CD compatibility:  
12cm or 8cm (5or 3) discs  
Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with cloth—  
Linear PCM digital audio  
this may prevent proper cooling of the unit.  
CD-Audio, CD-R* and CD-RW* formats  
CDs are divided into tracks.  
Place on an unstable surface, or one that is not large  
enough to support all four of the units feet.  
* This system can play CD-R and CD-RW discs  
recorded with audio. However, depending on the  
condition of the player and the disc, you may find that  
not all discs will play successfully. (For example, if the  
disc is scratched or dirty, or if the players pickup lens is  
dirty.) Note that this unit cannot record onto recordable  
discs.  
Avoiding problems with condensation  
Condensation may form inside the system if it is  
brought into a warm room from outside, or if the  
temperature of the room rises quickly. Although the  
condensation wont damage the system, it may  
temporarily impair its performance. For this reason you  
should leave it to adjust to the warmer temperature for  
about an hour before switching on and using.  
Video CD compatibility:  
12cm or 8cm (5or 3) discs  
Moving the system  
MPEG-1 digital audio  
If you need to move the system, first switch it off and  
unplug from the wall outlet. Never lift or move the unit  
during playbackdiscs rotate at a high speed and may  
be damaged.  
MPEG-1 digital video  
Video CDs are divided into tracks.  
DVD Video regions  
Discs compatible with this system  
Any disc that displays one of the following logos should  
play in this system. Other formats, including DVD-RAM,  
DVD-ROM, DVD-Audio, CD-ROM, SACD and Photo CD  
will not play.  
ALL  
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All DVD Video discs carry a region mark on the case  
somewhere that indicates which region(s) of the world  
the disc is compatible with. Your DVD system also has a  
region mark, which you can find on the rear panel.  
Discs from incompatible regions will not play in this  
system. Discs marked ALL will play in any player.  
DVD Video compatibility:  
Single-sided or double-sided discs  
Single layer or dual layer discs  
Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG or Linear PCM digital  
audio  
MPEG-2 digital video  
DVD discs are generally divided into one or more titles.  
Titles may be further subdivided into chapters.  
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2 Connecting Up  
Before making or changing any rear panel connections,  
make sure that all the components are switched off and  
unplugged from the power supply.  
Center  
Connecting the speakers  
Subwoofer  
FRONT  
REAR  
L
L
L
N
R
AC INLET  
R
R
ANTENNA  
H
AM  
I
LOOP  
ANTENNA  
FM  
U75NBAL  
SUB-  
CENTER  
WOOFER  
SPEAKERS  
Front R  
Rear R  
Front L  
Rear L  
The speaker terminal tabs and supplied speaker cables  
are color-coded for simpler connection.  
1 Twist off the protective covers on the  
ends of the speaker  
cable.  
1 Use the speaker cables with the red  
sleeves to connect the front speakers to  
the FRONT L and FRONT R terminals.  
2 Press the speaker terminal tabs to open  
and insert the wire with the colored  
sleeve into the colored terminal and the  
other wire into the black terminal.  
2 Use the speaker cables with the blue  
sleeves to connect the rear speakers to  
the REAR L and REAR R terminals.  
3 Release the speaker terminal tabs to  
secure the  
3 Use the speaker cable with the grey  
sleeves to connect the subwoofer to the  
SUBWOOFER terminals.  
Colored tab  
speaker cable.  
Colored  
sleeve  
4 Use the speaker cable with the green  
sleeves to connect the center speaker to  
the CENTER terminals.  
Black tab  
For proper sound, it’s important to connect the positive  
(colored) and negative (black) terminals for each  
speaker correctly.  
4 Connect the other end of the cable to the  
speaker in the same way.  
Colored sleeve  
Black tab  
Colored tab  
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Connecting Up  
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The front and center speakers supplied with this system  
are magnetically shielded. However, placing them  
extremely close to a television may result in color  
distortion on the screen. If this happens, move the  
speakers a little further away and switch off the  
television for 1530 minutes.  
Do not connect any of the supplied speakers to any  
other amplifier. This may result in malfunction or fire.  
This DVD receiver has been designed for best perfor-  
mance when connected to the supplied speakers. We do  
not, therefore, recommend that you connect and use  
other speakers with this system.  
The rear speakers and subwoofer are not magnetically  
shielded, so they should not be placed near a TV or  
monitor.  
Placing the speakers  
Where you put your speakers in the room has a big  
effect on the quality of the sound. The following  
guidelines should help you to get the best sound from  
your system.  
Wall mounting the rear speaker system  
Before mounting  
The subwoofer can be placed on the floor. Ideally, the  
other speakers should be at about ear-level when youre  
listening to them. Putting the speakers on the floor  
(except the subwoofer), or mounting them very high on  
a wall is not recommended.  
Remember that this speaker system is heavy and that  
its weight may cause the wood screw to work loose or  
the wall to fail to support it, in which case the speaker  
system may fall on the floor. This is extremely danger-  
ous. Make absolutely sure that the wall is sturdy enough  
to support the weight of the speaker system. Do not  
mount it on plywood boards or soft-surface walls. The  
mounting screws are not included with this unit.  
Please find the correct screws for your application.  
For the best stereo effect, place the front speakers 2–  
3m apart.  
The rear speakers should not be further away from  
your listening position than the front speakers.  
The center speaker should be as close as possible to  
Wall-mounting bracket  
the TV screen so that movie dialog is localized properly.  
3.5 mm  
9.5 mm  
2-3 meters  
Center TV  
Front L  
Front R  
Wood screw  
Subwoofer  
Rear L  
Rear R  
Protrude:5-7mm  
Your listening position  
If you are unsure of the qualities and strength of the  
walls, consult a professional for advice.  
PIONEER is not responsible for any accidents or  
damage that result from improper installation.  
If you install the center speaker on top of your TV, be  
sure to secure it with tape or by some other suitable  
means. An unsecured speaker may fall from the TV due  
to external shocks such as earthquakes, endangering  
those nearby or damaging the speaker.  
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2 Connecting Up  
Connecting to your TV  
FRONT  
L
COAX  
DIGITAL  
R
R
IN  
TV/  
VCR  
AC INLET  
VOLTAGE  
SELECTOR  
SUB-  
WOOFER  
IN  
IN  
240V  
220-  
I
230V  
110-  
H
VIDEO  
OUT  
127V  
AM  
LOOP  
Supplied video cord  
ANTENNA  
FM  
U75NBAL  
AUX  
1
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
S-Video cord (not supplied)  
1 Use the supplied yellow video cord to  
connect the VIDEO OUT jack to a video  
input on your TV.  
Setting the TV System  
The default setting of this player is AUTO, and unless  
you notice that the picture is distorted when playing  
some discs, you should leave it set to AUTO.  
Alternatively, you can use an S-Video cable (not  
supplied) to connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack to an S-  
Video input on your TV. S-Video should give you better  
picture quality than using the standard VIDEO OUT.  
If you experience picture distortion with some discs, set  
the TV system to match your country or region.  
1 Make sure that the system is in standby.  
See S-Video Out on page 39 for how to change the  
S-Video setting between S1 and S2 format.  
2 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
The current TV system is shown in the display.  
2 Optionally: Use a stereo audio cord to  
connect the audio outs of your TV (or  
VCR) to the TV/VCR IN jacks.  
This will enable you to hear the TV (or VCR) sound  
through this system.  
3 Use 5 or to change the TV system.  
Switch between auto, ntsc and pal.  
4 Press ENTER.  
The system returns to standby power.  
If you want to connect both your TV and VCR, use  
the TV/VCR IN jacks for one and the AUX IN jacks for  
the other.  
Placing the main unit too close to your TV may cause  
interference, especially if youre using an indoor  
antenna. If you notice interference, move the unit away  
from the TV.  
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Connecting Up  
2
AM loop antenna  
Connecting the supplied antennas  
1 Pull off the protective shields of both AM  
antenna wires.  
European model  
FM wire  
antenna  
2 Press the antenna terminal tabs to open  
and insert one wire into each terminal.  
AM loop antenna  
3 Release the tabs to secure the AM an-  
tenna wires.  
FRONT  
REAR  
ANTENNA  
L
L
L
R
R
R
H
SUB-  
WOOFER  
CENTER  
AM  
SPEAKERS  
COAX  
LOOP  
-  
DIGITAL  
IN  
ANTENNA  
TV/  
VCR  
4 Bend the stand in the direction indicated  
by the arrow (see fig. A below left).  
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUX  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
O
FM  
U75NBAL  
5 Clip the loop onto the stand (fig. B below  
left).  
Except European model  
6 Place the AM antenna on a flat surface  
and point in the direction giving the best  
reception.  
FM wire  
antenna  
AM loop antenna  
Avoid placing near computers, television sets or other  
electrical appliances and do not let it come into contact  
with metal objects.  
FRONT  
REAR  
ANTENNA  
L
L
L
R
R
R
H
SUB-  
WOOFER  
CENTER  
AM  
SPEAKERS  
COAX  
LOOP  
-  
DIGITAL  
IN  
ANTENNA  
Its also possible to fix the AM antenna to a wall. When  
installing on a wall or other surface, perform steps 4  
and 5 after first securing the stand with screws (see fig.  
C below left). Before fixing, make sure that the  
reception is satisfactory.  
TV/  
VCR  
I
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUX  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
FM  
U75NBAL  
H
The supplied antennas provide a simple way to listen to  
AM and FM radio. If you find that reception quality is  
poor, an outdoor antenna should give you better sound  
qualitysee Connecting external antennas on page  
12 for more on how to do this.  
FM wire antenna  
Connect the FM wire antenna to the FM  
UNBAL 75terminals in the same way as  
the AM loop antenna.  
For best results, extend the FM antenna fully and fix to  
a wall or door frame. Dont drape loosely or leave coiled  
up.  
fig. A  
fig. B  
fig. C  
The signal earth (H) is designed to reduce noise that  
occurs when an antenna is connected. It is not an  
electrical safety earth.  
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2 Connecting Up  
Connecting external antennas  
External AM antenna  
Use 56 meters of vinyl-insulated wire and set up either  
indoors or outdoors. Leave the supplied AM loop  
antenna connected.  
External FM antenna  
Except European model : Use 75coaxial cable to  
hook up an external FM antenna. Do not leave the  
supplied FM wire antenna attached.  
European model : Use 75coaxial cable with a PAL  
connector to hook up an external FM antenna.  
European model  
Outdoor  
AM antenna  
Indoor  
AM antenna  
H
AM  
LOOP  
ANTENNA  
FM  
U75NBAL  
PAL connector  
Except European model  
Outdoor  
AM antenna  
Indoor  
AM antenna  
H
AM  
LOOP  
ANTENNA  
FM  
U75NBAL  
H
75 coaxial cable  
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Connecting Up  
2
Connecting other components  
FRONT  
REAR  
OAX  
L
L
L
R
L
R
R
TV/  
VCR  
AC INLET  
VOLTAGE  
IN  
SELECTOR  
SUB-  
WOOFER  
240V  
SPEAKERS  
220-  
230V  
110-  
127V  
L
IN  
AUX  
OUT  
Tape deck, VCR,  
MD recorder, etc.  
OUT (PLAY)  
Analog  
IN (REC)  
1 Use a stereo audio cable to connect the  
Connecting the power  
AUX IN jacks to the analog outputs of an  
external component.  
Before connecting the power and switching on for the  
first time make sure that everything is connected  
properly (See page 3).  
This will allow you to play the component through this  
system.  
1 Plug one end of the supplied power cord  
into the AC INLET.  
2 Use a stereo audio cable to connect the  
AUX OUT jacks to the analog inputs of an  
external component.  
2 Plug the other end into a household  
power outlet.  
This will allow you to record from this system to an  
external tape/MD/CD recorder.  
3 Use a digital coaxial cable to connect the  
DIGITAL IN COAX jack to the digital  
output of an external component.  
This will allow you to play a digital audio component  
(MD player, etc.) through this system.  
FRONT  
REAR  
L
L
L
R
R
R
SUB-  
WOOFER  
CENTER  
SPEAKERS  
COAX  
R
L
-  
DIGITAL  
IN  
TV/  
VCR  
IN  
IN  
-  
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUX  
AC INLET  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT  
H
VOLTAGE  
SE ECTOR  
The DIGITAL IN COAX jack should only be connected  
to a PCM audio output (32, 44.1 or 48kHz). These  
include CD, MD and DAT players and satellite receivers.  
Check the instructions that came with your other  
component for more details.  
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3 Controls & Displays  
15 ENTER  
16 Cursor right Use for navigating menus and on-screen  
Remote control  
displays.  
17 MENU Page 20  
TOP MENU Page 20  
18 Cursor down Use for navigating menus and on-screen  
displays.  
DVD  
/CD  
TUNER  
/BAND  
TV  
STANDBY  
/ON  
/AUX  
1
5
2
6
3
7
4
8
TEST TONE SURROUND  
CH LEVEL  
MODE  
MUTE  
DSP  
19 SOUND Page 24, 25  
20 7 Page 19  
21 3/8 Page 19  
VOLUME  
DVD SETUP  
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10  
SYSTEM SETUP  
5
12  
15  
18  
21  
11  
13  
ENTER  
2
3
14  
16  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
22 RETURN  
Page 20  
SOUND  
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19  
23 4 / –PREV Pages 19-20  
24 1 / STEP/SLOW e Pages 19-20  
25 ¡ / STEP/SLOW E Pages 19-20  
26 ¢ / NEXT+ Pages 19-20  
27 1 / CONDITION (SHIFT & 1) Page 30  
28 2 / LAST MEMO (SHIFT & 2) Page 29  
29 3 / SEARCH (SHIFT & 3) Page 26  
30 CLEAR Clears/cancels various functions  
DVD DISP (SHIFT & CLEAR) Page 30  
31 4 / ANGLE (SHIFT & 4) Page 26  
32 5 / MONO (SHIFT & 5) Page 22  
33 6 / SLEEP (SHIFT & 6) Page 35  
34 >10 Selects numbers over 10 Page 20  
FL DIMMER (SHIFT & >10) Page 44  
35 7 / PROGRAM (SHIFT & 7) Page 28  
36 8 / RANDOM (SHIFT & 8) Page 28  
37 9 / REPEAT (SHIFT & 9) Page 28  
38 REP A–B (SHIFT & 10/0) Page 29  
10/0 Number button (10 and 0)  
RETURN  
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CLEAR  
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ANGLE  
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MONO  
SLEEP  
FL DIMMER  
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>10  
REP A—B  
PROGRAM  
RANDOM  
REPEAT  
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10/0  
CD MODE  
AUDIO  
SUBTITLE SYSTEM DISP  
DISC  
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DISC  
DISC  
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DISC  
DISC  
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DISC SKIP  
OPEN/  
SHIFT  
CLOSE  
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DVD/CD Pages 19, 34  
TUNER/BAND Pages 21-22, 34  
TV/AUX Pages 22, 34  
STANDBY/ON Page 19  
MUTE Silences/restores all sound.  
TEST TONE/CH LEVEL Page 17  
SURROUND MODE Pages 17, 24  
DSP Page 24  
39 CD MODE Page 29  
40 AUDIO Page 26  
41 SUBTITLE Page 26  
42 SYSTEM DISP Page 16  
43 DISC 1 Page 20  
44 DISC 2 Page 20  
45 DISC 3 Page 20  
46 DISC SKIP Pages 19, 21  
VOLUME – Lowers the volume.  
10 VOLUME + Raises the volume.  
11 DVD SETUP Pages 18, 38  
47 SHIFT Hold down to access secondary button functions  
48 DISC 4 Page 20  
12 Cursor up Use for navigating menus and on-screen  
displays.  
49 DISC 5 Page 20  
50 OPEN/CLOSE 0 Pages 19, 21  
13 SYSTEM SETUP Pages 16, 22, 34-37, 44  
14 Cursor left Use for navigating menus and on-screen  
displays.  
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Controls & Displays  
3
This illustration is not European model.  
Front panel  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
DISC SKIP EXCHANGE  
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OPEN/CLOSE  
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2
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5
VIDEO  
VOLUME  
DVD RECEIVER XV-HTD1  
STANDBY/ON  
STANDBY  
CD  
MODE  
ADVANCED  
THEATER  
DSP  
DISC  
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Karaoke  
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TUNER/BAND  
TV/AUX  
CD MODE  
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MIC  
LEVEL  
MIC  
PHONES  
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12 11  
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STANDBY indicator  
CD MODE indicator  
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Mic input (Except European model)  
10 Mic volume (Except European model)  
11 DISC indicators  
ADVANCED THEATER indicator  
DSP indicator  
Disc tray  
12 ¡ ¢ Pages 19-20  
13 4 1 Pages 19-20  
14 6 Page 19  
15 7 Page 19  
16 CD MODE Page 29  
17 TV/AUX (/DIGITAL IN) Pages 22, 34  
18 TUNER/BAND Pages 21-22  
19 DVD/CD Pages 19, 34  
20 STANDBY/ON Page 19  
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5
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Disc buttons Page 20  
DISC SKIP Pages 19, 21  
EXCHANGE Page 21  
0 OPEN/CLOSE Pages 19, 21  
VOLUME Turn to adjust the volume.  
PHONES Plug in a pair of headphones here.  
Display  
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MIDNIGHT CONDITION ANGLE LAST MEMO  
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DIGITAL  
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RANDOM  
REPEAT  
Ls  
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DTS pages 23, 46  
2 DIGITAL pages 23, 46  
2 PRO LOGIC page 23  
11 CONDITION page 30  
12 ANGLE page 26  
13 LAST MEMO page 29  
14 Channel indicators Show which channels are available  
on the current disc.  
15 Character display When playing discs : Left to right  
displays disc number, title, chapter/track, minutes, seconds.  
16 RANDOM page 28  
Timer indicator page 34  
Sleep indicator page 35  
Tuned indicator page 21-22  
FM stereo indicator page 22  
FM mono indicator page 22  
RDS (European model only) Lights when in one of  
17 REPEAT page 28  
the RDS display or search modes  
10 MIDNIGHT page 25  
18 DISC | ALL DISCS Indicates the random or repeat  
mode; page 28–29  
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4 Setting Up  
Switching on and setting the clock  
This system has a built-in clock, which needs to be set  
to be able to use the timer features.  
Setting up for surround sound  
You can use this system right out of the box for  
surround sound with just the default settings. However,  
for really great surround sound, we recommend that  
you spend a few minutes making some settings that  
match this system to your listening room. Unless you  
change the layout of your speakers or main listening  
position, you only need to make most of these settings  
once.  
STANDBY  
/ON  
SYSTEM SETUP  
5
ENTER  
2
3
TEST TONE SURROUND  
/CH LEVEL  
MODE  
SYSTEM DISP  
VOLUME  
+
SYSTEM SETUP  
5
ENTER  
2
3
SHIFT  
1 Press to switch on.  
2 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
3 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
TIMER in the display.  
4 Press ENTER.  
Setting the speaker distances  
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
5 Press 2 or 3 until you see CLOCK ADJ in  
the display.  
6 Press ENTER.  
The display shows a clock, with the hour blinking.  
2 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
FRT. SP in the display.  
7 Use the 5 and buttons to set the hour,  
then press ENTER.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to set the  
distance from your main listening posi-  
tion to the front speakers.  
8 Use the 5 and buttons to set the  
minute, then press ENTER.  
Ideally, your listening position should be equidistant  
from the two front speakers.  
The display blinks to indicate that the time has been set.  
The default setting is 3m. You can adjust the range  
from 0.3m to 9.0m in steps of 0.3m.  
• Press SYSTEM DISP anytime to see the clock when  
the system is on or in standby.  
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Setting Up  
4
4 Press 3 to move on to the CENTER  
speaker setting.  
It may not be possible to accurately adjust the  
subwoofer level using this method. You may prefer to  
leave it on its default setting and adjust it to your liking  
later when playing surround-sound sources.  
5 Use the 5 and buttons to set the  
distance from your main listening posi-  
tion to the center speaker.  
The default setting is 3m. You can adjust the range  
from 0.3m to 9.0m in steps of 0.3m.  
You cannot change the DSP mode when Record  
mode is active (see Direct recording on page 25).  
6 Press 3 to move on to the SURROUND  
speakers setting.  
1 Press SURROUND MODE.  
The surround mode can be set to anything except  
SURROUND OFF or AUTO (No test tone is output in  
these modes.)  
7 Use the 5 and buttons to set the  
distance from your main listening posi-  
tion to the surround speakers.  
2 Set the volume to a moderate level.  
Ideally, your listening position should be equidistant  
from the surround speakers.  
3 Press TEST TONE (SHIFT & CH LEVEL) to  
start the test tone then adjust the volume  
to a suitable level.  
The default setting is 3m. You can adjust the range  
from 0.3m to 9.0m in steps of 0.3m.  
The test tone plays through each speaker in turn:  
8 Press ENTER to exit.  
Front left  
The setting mode is automatically exited if no  
operation is performed within 20 seconds.  
Center  
Front right  
Surround right  
Surround left  
Subwoofer  
There are several other settings that you can make  
from the System Setup menu to further tailor your  
surround sound. See chapter 9 for more on this.  
The speaker distance settings have no effect when the  
surround mode is set to VIR.SURR.1 or VIR.SURR.2.  
See page 23 for more on surround modes.  
4 Use the 5 and buttons to adjust the  
level of a speaker as the test tone plays.  
For best results, sit in your main listening position when  
doing this. You can adjust each speaker in the range of  
+/-10dB.  
You cant make these settings with the Record mode on.  
See page 25 for how to switch the Record mode on/off.  
5 When you're done, press TEST TONE  
(SHIFT & CH LEVEL) to turn off the test  
tone.  
Balancing the surround sound  
You can further improve surround sound performance  
by balancing the levels from the subwoofer, center and  
surround speakers relative to the front left/right  
speakers. To help you judge the sound level of each  
speaker a test tone is played through each speaker in  
turn (make sure that there are no headphones  
connected). Adjust the levels until they all sound equal.  
The levels you set here will apply to all surround modes.  
However, you can set levels independently for each DSP  
mode.  
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4 Setting Up  
3 Select START.  
Using the Setup Navigator  
If you decide not to use the Setup Navigator, select  
Auto Start Off here instead.  
Before playing any discs, we strongly recommend using  
the Setup Navigator. This makes all the basic DVD  
system settings for you.  
4 Choose an OSD menu language.  
Video Language General  
Setup Navigator  
Language  
English  
OSD Language français  
Español  
Select the On Screen Language  
ENTER  
SETUP  
Exit  
Move  
Select  
DVD SETUP  
5
ENTER  
2
3
7
The language options shown in the on-screen  
display illustrations on the following pages may not  
correspond to those available in your country or region.  
5 Select the type of TV you have.  
Video Language General  
Setup Navigator  
TV Connection  
TV Type  
Widescreen (16:9)  
Standard (4:3)  
Widescreen TV  
16:9 aspect ratio  
ENTER  
SETUP  
Exit  
Move  
Select  
See Aspect ratio in the glossary on page 46 if youre  
unsure of the difference between widescreen and  
standard TVs.  
1 Make sure that the system is switched on.  
Also turn on your TV and make sure that it is set to the  
correct video input.  
If a disc thats already loaded starts to play, press 7  
6 Select Save Changes to make the settings.  
to stop it.  
Video Language General  
Setup Navigator  
2 Press DVD SETUP.  
Save Changes  
Delete Changes  
Start Again  
Exit Setup Navigator  
The Setup Navigator on-screen display (OSD) appears:  
Changes are saved  
ENTER  
SETUP  
Exit  
Move  
Select  
Video Language General  
Setup Navigator  
7 Press DVD SETUP to exit.  
Congratulations, set up is complete!  
Setup Navigator  
Start  
Auto Start Off  
Setup using the Setup Navigator  
ENTER  
SETUP  
Exit  
Move  
Select  
If you want to use the Setup Navigator again at any  
time, it is available from the General menu. Also,  
each individual setting can be changed using the  
appropriate menu optionchapter 11 explains all  
menu options in detail.  
Navigate all of the following OSDs using these controls:  
5, cursor up/down  
ENTER select the highlighted menu option  
2 go back to the previous question  
The control possibilities for the current OSD are shown  
at the bottom of each screen.  
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Getting Started  
5
• Do not place discs in the two partially accessible disc  
spaces, as it’s easy to misalign them. Use only the front-  
most space.  
Playing DVDs, CDs and Video CDs  
The basic controls for playing discs are covered here.  
Further functions are detailed in the chapter 7.  
• When using the DISC SKIP button, wait until the  
disc tray has come to a complete stop before loading a  
disc; the player may malfunction if a disc is caught in  
the disc tray mechanism.  
DVD  
/CD  
STANDBY  
/ON  
DSP  
VOLUME  
+
• Do not rotate the disc tray by hand. Always use the  
5
ENTER  
DISC SKIP button.  
2
3
TOP MENU  
MENU  
RETURN  
7
6
5 Press 6 to start playback of the disc  
just loaded.  
PREV  
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STEP/SLOW  
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NEXT  
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• If you’re playing a DVD or Video CD, a menu may  
appear. See page 20 for how to navigate these.  
10/0  
DISC  
1
DISC  
DISC  
2
4
DISC  
3
5
DISC SKIP  
OPEN/  
SHIFT  
DISC  
CLOSE  
0
Basic playback controls  
Button  
What it does  
6
Starts playback or pauses a disc that’s  
playing (press again to restart playback).  
DVD and Video CD only: Resumes playback  
of a stopped disc.  
1 Press STANDBY/ON to turn on the  
player.  
7
Stops playback. DVD and Video CD only:  
Display shows resume (press 6 to start  
playback again from the last place  
stopped).  
2 Press DVD/CD.  
3 Press OPEN/CLOSE 0 to open the disc  
tray.  
1
Press & hold for fast reverse scanning.  
(After 5 seconds, scanning continues even  
after releasing the button: press 6 to  
resume normal playback.)  
4 Load a disc.  
On the front panel use: 4·1  
¡
Press & hold for fast forward scanning.  
(After 5 seconds, scanning continues even  
after releasing the button: press 6 to  
resume normal playback.)  
On the front panel use: ¡·¢  
4
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Skips to the start of the current track or  
chapter, then to previous tracks/chapters.  
On the front panel use: 4·1  
Load a disc with the label side facing up, using the disc  
tray guide to align the disc (if you’re loading a double-  
sided DVD disc, load it with the side you want to play  
face down).  
Skips to the next track or chapter.  
On the front panel use: ¡·¢  
If you want to load more discs, press DISC SKIP to  
rotate the disc tray. You can load up to five discs at once.  
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Numbers  
If the disc is stopped, playback starts from  
Navigating DVD disc menus  
the selected track or title number. If the  
disc is playing, playback jumps to the start  
of the selected track or chapter number.  
Some DVD discs contain menus. Sometimes these are  
displayed automatically when you start playback; others  
only appear when you press menu or top menu.  
>10  
Selects tracks/titles/chapters 11 and over.  
(For example, for 24, press >10 , 2, 4.)  
Button  
What it does  
TOP MENU  
Displays the ‘top menu’ of a DVD disc—  
this varies with the disc.  
DISC 1–5  
Starts playing the selected disc.  
(On the front panel use: 15)  
(SHIFT MENU)  
MENU  
Displays a DVD disc menu—this varies with  
the disc and may be the same as the ‘top  
menu.  
DVD and Video CD only:  
E
(SHIFT ¡) During playback, press and hold to start  
slow-motion forward scanning. Change the  
speed using the e and E buttons.  
During playback, press once to pause;  
advance a single frame with each subse-  
quent press.  
RETURN  
Returns to the previously displayed menu  
screen.  
2 3 5 ∞  
ENTER  
Moves the cursor around the screen  
Selects the current menu option  
DVD only:  
Numbers  
Selects a numbered menu option (some  
discs only)  
e
(SHIFT 1) During playback, press and hold to start  
slow-motion reverse scanning.  
During playback, press once to pause;  
reverse a single frame with each subsequent  
press.  
Navigating Video CD PBC menus  
Some Video CDs have menus from which you can  
choose what you want to watch. These are called PBC  
(Playback control) menus, and are displayed  
automatically when you start playback.  
While using the DVD playback controls, you may see the  
or mark displayed on-screen.  
You can switch PBC off by starting playback using a  
number button to select a track, rather than the 6  
button.  
means that the operation is not allowed by the  
system.  
means that the operation is not allowed by the disc.  
Button  
What it does  
RETURN  
Displays the PBC menu.  
Numbers  
Selects a numbered menu option.  
4
Displays the previous menu page (if there is  
one).  
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6
Displays the next menu page (if there is  
one).  
Press to select an item from a PBC menu.  
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Getting Started  
5
Exchanging discs  
Listening to the radio  
You can change any of the discs not in the play position  
using the EXCHANGE button. Because the disc in the  
play position is unaffected, you can use this button to  
change discs even during playback.  
The following steps show you how to tune in to FM and  
AM radio broadcasts using the automatic (search) and  
manual (step) tuning functions. Once you are tuned to  
a station you can memorize the frequency for recall  
latersee Saving station presets on page 22 for more  
on how to do this.  
1 Press EXCHANGE to open the disc tray  
without interrupting playback.  
2 Load a disc.  
TUNER  
/BAND  
TV  
/AUX  
SYSTEM SETUP  
ENTER  
2
3
PREV  
e
STEP/SLOW  
E
NEXT  
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4
7
2
MONO  
3
6
9
5
8
>10  
10/0  
You can load two discs at a time in the two fully  
accessible disc spaces. Do not try and load discs into any  
of the other spaces; they may not load correctly and  
cause the unit to malfunction.  
SHIFT  
3 If you want to load more discs, press  
DISC SKIP to rotate the disc tray.  
4 Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE or EXCHANGE to  
close the disc tray.  
1 Press TUNER/BAND to select the tuner.  
On the remote, press repeatedly to switch between FM  
and AM bands. On the front panel, the TUNER/BAND  
button switches between FM, AM and preset station  
mode. For now, choose either FM or AM.  
Do not push the disc tray shut by hand after  
exchanging discs.  
2 Tune to a station.  
There are three ways to do this:  
Automatic tuning  
To search for stations in the currently selected band,  
press and hold either the 1 or ¡ button for about  
a second. The system will start searching for the next  
station, stopping when it has found one. Repeat this step  
to search for other stations. Every time searching stops  
on a station, the (tuned) indicator lights in the  
display.  
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5 Getting Started  
Manual tuning  
5 Press 2 or 3 to select a station preset  
number.  
To change the frequency one step at a time, press the  
Alternatively, use the number buttons (use the >10  
button for numbers over 10).  
1 / ¡ buttons. When you locate a station signal,  
the (tuned) indicator lights in the display.  
If you use the number buttons, you can skip step 6.  
High-speed tuning  
Press and hold the 1 or ¡ button for high speed  
tuning, releasing the button once you reach the  
frequency you want. When you stop on a station signal,  
the (tuned) indicator lights in the display.  
6 Press ENTER again to save the station  
preset.  
Repeat these steps to save up to 30 station presets.  
Listening to station presets  
Having saved up to 30 station presets, you can be  
listening to a station with a couple of button presses.  
Improving FM stereo sound  
If youre listening to a stereo FM broadcast, but find that  
there is a lot of noise because of a weak signal, try  
switching to mono.  
1 Press TUNER/BAND to switch to the  
tuner.  
Press MONO (SHIFT & 5) to switch  
between mono and stereo.  
When listening in mono, the indicator lights in the  
display.  
If youre using the front panel controls, press TUNER/  
BAND repeatedly to select the preset station mode.  
2 Use 4 or ¢ to select the station  
preset you want to listen to.  
Alternatively, use the number buttons (use the >10  
button for numbers over 10).  
Saving station presets  
If you often listen to a particular radio station, it's  
convenient to have the receiver store the frequency for  
easy recall whenever you want to listen to that station.  
This saves the effort of manually tuning in each time.  
This system can save up to 30 station presets. When  
saving FM frequencies, the receiver also saves the mono  
setting (see Improving FM stereo sound above).  
If the system is left disconnected from the AC power  
outlet for a lengthy period, the station presets will be lost  
and will have to be reprogrammed.  
Listening to other components  
You may have connected your TV, VCR, or other  
components to play through this system. Use the TV/  
AUX button to select your external equipment as the  
source.  
1 Tune to a station you want to memorize.  
See Listening to the radio on page 21 for more on how  
to do this.  
1 Press TV/AUX.  
2 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
Press repeatedly to switch between:  
3 Press 2 or 3 until you see ST. MEMORY  
TV inputs  
appear in the display.  
DIGITAL input  
AUX analog inputs  
4 Press ENTER.  
2 Start playing the source component.  
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Using Surround Sound  
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Adjusting the bass and treble  
The simplest way to shape the sound is by adjusting the  
amount of bass and treble.  
Using sound modes  
The sound modes allow you to add various surround  
and room-type sound effects to your DVDs, CDs and  
other sources. These effects process the sound in various  
ways to simulate different spaces such as a theater, or  
concert hall.  
• The bass and treble controls have no effect when  
using the DSP modes, or when the surround mode is set  
to anything other than STANDARD, AUTO or  
SURR. OFF (surround off).  
For Dolby Surround, Dolby Digital or DTS surround  
sources, such as DVDs, use the Advanced Theater effects  
to add room ambience to the sound; for stereo-only  
sources, such as audio CDs, use the DSP modes.  
• You cannot adjust the bass or treble when Record  
mode is active (see Direct recording on page 25).  
For each effect you can also adjust how strong the effect  
sounds. Often, a more subtle effect level enhances the  
sound better than turning it right up. Experiment to see  
what works best for you.  
1 Press SOUND.  
2 Use the 2 or 3 buttons to select BASS or  
TREBLE.  
Listening to surround-sound sources  
When you play DVD discs with Dolby Digital or DTS  
sound, choose from the following sound settings.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to adjust the  
sound.  
You can see the current level in the display.  
Auto – For digital sources, decoding is automati-  
cally selected according to the source: Dolby Digital,  
DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, 2-channel stereo, etc. No extra  
effects are added to the source. Analog sources are  
played in the same way as the Surround Off setting.  
4 Press ENTER.  
Using P.Bass  
In addition to the standard controls for adjusting bass  
and treble, this system has a P.Bass feature. Switch this  
on to further extend the bass.  
Standard – As Auto, except that 2-channel  
(analog or digital) sources are processed using Dolby  
Pro Logic for surround-sound effects.  
The following six settings are Advanced Theater effects.  
Musical – Concert hall sound.  
P.Bass has no effect when listening through  
headphones.  
Drama – Classic, mid-size movie theater sound.  
Action – Large, modern movie theater sound.  
• You cannot adjust P.Bass when Record mode is active  
(see Direct recording on page 25).  
Virtual Surround 1 (VIR.SURR.1) –  
Virtual surround sound from just the main front stereo  
speakers and a subwoofer. Use this mode if you can't use  
the surround speakers.  
1 Press SOUND.  
2 Use the 2 or 3 buttons to select P.BASS.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to switch on or  
Virtual Surround 2 (VIR.SURR.2) –  
Virtual surround sound if you have connected the  
surround speakers, but are using them in front of the  
listening position.  
off.  
4 Press ENTER.  
Rear Wide – Widens the rear channel  
soundstage.  
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6 Using Surround Sound  
Surround Off (SUR.OFF) All sources are  
played through only the front left and right speakers,  
and the subwoofer. No effects are added.  
The DSP effects cannot be used in combination with  
the surround modes or with 96kHz digital sources.  
When playing stereo sources with DSP effects  
switched off, there is no sound from the surround and  
center speakers.  
The surround modes cannot be used in combination  
with DSP effects or with 96kHz digital sources.  
You cannot change the DSP mode when Record  
mode is active (see Direct recording on the following  
page).  
You cannot change the surround mode when Record  
mode is active (see Direct recording on the following  
page).  
1 Press DSP to select a sound mode.  
Each press changes the mode as follows:  
1 Press SURROUND MODE.  
Each press changes the surround mode as follows:  
HALL 1  
HALL 2  
JAZZ  
DANCE  
THEATER 1  
THEATER 2  
SIMULATED STEREO  
DSP OFF (no effects added)  
AUTO  
STANDARD (surround on, with no Advanced  
Theater effect)  
MUSICAL  
DRAMA  
ACTION  
VIR.SURR.1  
VIR.SURR.2  
REAR WIDE  
Adjusting the effect level  
SUR.OFF (surround off)  
You can adjust the effect level when using one of the  
DSP effects or Advanced Theater effects. It is not possible  
to change the effect level of the AUTO or STANDARD  
surround mode (or when DSP or Surround modes are  
off).  
Listening to other sources with room  
effects  
You can add room effects to audio CDs and other stereo  
sources using the DSP modes. Different effects work  
better with different kinds of music, so dont be afraid to  
experiment a little.  
You cannot change the effect level when Record  
mode is active (see Direct recording on the following  
page).  
There are seven DSP effects to choose from:  
Hall 1 Large, wood-paneled concert hall sound.  
Hall 2 Large, stone-walled concert hall sound.  
Jazz Live jazz club sound.  
1 Press SOUND.  
Dance Nightclub sound.  
2 Use the 2 or 3 buttons to select EFFECT.  
Theater 1 Classic, mid-size movie theater  
sound.  
Theater 2 Large, modern movie theater sound.  
Simulated Stereo Virtual stereo for mono  
sources.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to adjust the  
effect level.  
You can adjust the effect level in the range of 10 to 90.  
4 Press ENTER.  
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Listening at low volume  
Direct recording  
When the volume is low, surround effects tend to  
become less than satisfactory. Turn the Midnight  
listening mode on to enjoy quality surround sound even  
at low volumes.  
This feature lets you record directly to an external  
recorder, without worrying about the various sound  
settings. The bass, treble, surround, DSP and Midnight  
settings are all bypassed so that the recording is direct-  
from-source.  
1 Press SOUND.  
2 Use the 2 or 3 buttons to select  
M.NIGHT.  
When the Record Mode is on you cannot change or  
adjust the bass, treble, surround and DSP mode settings  
or the Midnight setting.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to turn ON or  
OFF.  
Once the power is switched off or the function is  
changed, the Record mode automatically reverts to off.  
The LFE channel is not recorded.  
4 Press ENTER.  
You cannot change the Midnight mode when Record  
mode is active (see Direct recording right).  
1 Press SOUND.  
2 Use the 2 or 3 buttons to select  
RECORD MODE.  
3 Press ENTER.  
The display shows RECMODE ON.  
4 Press ENTER again.  
The Record Mode is now active.  
To switch off the Record Mode, repeat the same  
proceedure. In step 3 above the display shows  
RECMODE OFF.  
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7 Playing Discs  
To switch the camera angle, press ANGLE  
(SHIFT & 4).  
Introduction  
• Most of the functions covered in this chapter apply to  
• To hide the TV angle indicator, choose Angle  
Indicator > Off from the Video menu (see page  
39).  
DVD discs, Video CDs and CDs, although the exact  
operation of some varies slightly with the kind of disc  
loaded.  
• When playing DVD discs, if the  
or icon  
appears on-screen when you try and use a particular  
function, either the player or the disc doesn’t allow the  
use of that function.  
Switching subtitles  
Many DVD discs have subtitles in one or more lan-  
guages—the disc box will usually tell you which  
subtitle languages are available. You can switch subtitle  
language anytime during playback.  
• When playing Video CDs, some of the functions are  
not available in PBC mode. You can switch PBC off by  
starting playback using a number button to select a  
track, rather than the 6 button.  
To display/switch the subtitle language,  
press SUBTITLE repeatedly.  
To switch off subtitles, press SUBTITLE  
then CLEAR.  
Finding what you want on a disc  
• To set subtitle preferences, see pages 40, 41.  
You can directly access any point on a disc using one of  
the search modes. Use these search modes while a disc is  
playing, or when it’s stopped—playback immediately  
starts from the point specified.  
Switching audio language  
When playing a DVD disc recorded with dialog in two or  
more languages, you can switch audio language  
anytime during playback.  
1 Press SEARCH (SHIFT & 3) (remote only)  
to choose between:  
To display the current audio language,  
press AUDIO.  
• Title search (DVD only)  
• Chapter/Track search  
• Time search (DVD and Video CD only)  
• Off  
To switch the audio language, press  
AUDIO repeatedly.  
• To set audio language preferences, see page 40.  
2 Enter the title/chapter/track number or  
time (minutes & seconds).  
For example, for title 4, press 4.  
Switching audio channel  
For chapter/track 12, press 1 , 2.  
For 45 minutes into the disc,  
press 4, 5, 0, 0.  
When playing a CD or Video CD, you can switch between  
the stereo soundtrack, just the left channel, or just the  
right.  
3 Press 6 to start/restart playback.  
To switch the audio channel, press AUDIO  
repeatedly.  
Switching camera angles  
Some DVD discs feature scenes shot from two or more  
angles—check the disc box for details: it should be  
marked with a icon if it contains multi-angle scenes.  
When these scenes are playing, a camera icon ( )ap-  
pears on-screen.  
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3 Move the cursor to the TITLE/TRACK  
field and enter a title or track number.  
Making a program list  
Title  
Step  
Disc  
Chap  
Program  
Track  
Making a program list means telling the player which  
tracks, and in what order, you want played. You can  
program a sequence of up to 24 tracks/chapters to play  
from any of the discs loaded in the disc changer. The  
discs can be any combination of DVD, Video CD and  
audio CD. Chapters/tracks can appear more than once  
in the playlist, or can be left out entirely.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
06  
Disc  
1
DVD  
Total 37 Title  
4
¢
Page  
PLAY  
Play  
PROGRAM  
Exit  
Move  
For DVDs, this number will be a disc title; for Video CDs  
and audio CDs, a track number.  
For example, to enter title/track 6, press 6. To enter  
title/track 14, press 1, 4.  
1 Press PROGRAM (SHIFT & 7).  
Title  
Program  
Step  
Disc  
Chap  
Track  
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
Disc  
DVD  
VCD  
???  
To clear an entry, press CLEAR.  
DVD  
CD  
DVD only: If you want to put the whole title into the  
program list, jump to step 5 below.  
4
¢
Page  
PLAY  
PROGRAM  
Exit  
Move  
Play  
4 If the current disc is a DVD, move the  
cursor to the CHAPTER field and enter a  
chapter number.  
The program screen appears showing the first six steps  
in the playlist. Navigate around this screen using the  
cursor buttons. Jump to the next six steps using the  
¢ button; to the previous six steps using the 4  
button.  
Title  
Step  
Disc  
Chap  
Program  
Track  
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
6
10 Disc  
Title  
1
6
DVD  
Total 10 Chapter  
2 Enter a disc number (1 to 5).  
You can use either the DISC1–5 buttons, or the  
number buttons.  
4
¢
Page  
Move  
PLAY  
Play  
PROGRAM  
Exit  
5 Press ENTER.  
The cursor moves down to the disc number field in the  
next step.  
If this is the first step youre programming, the  
number of the disc that is currently in the play position  
will appear automatically.  
6 Repeat steps 2-5 to add more items to  
the program list.  
If the unit has already read the contents of the disc  
you want to program, the disc details appear in the box  
on the right of the screen (type of disc, number of titles/  
chapters/tracks, etc.). If the unit hasnt yet read the disc  
then ? ? ?appears in the box for disc type.  
7 Press 6 to start the program list  
playing.  
If you want to put the whole disc into the program  
list, jump to step 5 below.  
To edit any item in the program list, position the  
cursor on the item you want to change, then enter a  
new value using the number buttons.  
To delete a whole step, position the cursor anywhere  
on the step you want to delete and press CLEAR.  
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7 Playing Discs  
1 Press RANDOM (SHIFT & 8) repeatedly  
to select a random play mode.  
The mode is displayed on-screen and in the front panel  
display:  
The playlist remains active even if you open the disc  
tray and change discs. If a step in the program list  
cannot be played (because the track number is too  
high, for example), that step is automatically skipped.  
To delete the playlist, stop playback, then press  
Random Chapter (from within the current  
CLEAR.  
title)  
Random Title  
You may see an asterisk (*) appear on-screen when  
program play of some DVD discs starts. The asterisk  
means that the part of the disc being played is not in the  
playlist, but has to be played whenever the disc is first  
loaded in to the play position. The asterisk will  
Random 1 Disc  
Random All Discs  
disappear once the programmed chapters start playing.  
2 Press ENTER or 6 to start random play.  
To stop the disc and cancel random playback,  
press 7.  
More programming options  
There are several other options available when making/  
using program lists.  
To cancel random playback without stopping  
playback, press CLEAR. The rest of the disc plays out.  
To view the playlist, press PROGRAM  
(SHIFT & 7).  
During random play, the 4 and ¢ buttons  
function a little differently to normal: 4 returns to  
the beginning of the current track/chapter. You can't go  
back further than this. ¢ selects another track/  
chapter at random from those remaining.  
To delete an entry from the playlist,  
position the cursor on the title/chapter/  
track number and press CLEAR.  
To add an entry to the end of the playlist,  
press PROGRAM (SHIFT & 7), enter the  
title/chapter/track number, then press  
program again.  
Using repeat play  
You can set the player to repeat individual tracks on CDs  
or Video-CDs, chapters or titles on DVD discs, a whole  
disc, or all the discs loaded in the player. It's also  
possible to loop a section of a disc.  
To delete the playlist, exit the program  
list screen, stop playback, then press  
CLEAR.  
You can use the repeat together with the programming  
mode to repeat the tracks/chapters in the playlist (see  
page 27 for how to program a playlist).  
Using random play  
Use the random play function to play titles/chapters/  
tracks in a random order.  
1 Press REPEAT (SHIFT & 9) during play-  
back to select a repeat mode.  
How random play works depends on the disc currently  
in the play position. If the currentdisc is a DVD, you  
can play either the titles or chapters on that disc at  
random. If the currentdisc is an audio or Video CD,  
you can play either the tracks on that disc, or all the  
tracks on all the CDs and Video CDs loaded at random  
(DVD discs loaded will be ignored).  
Each press switches the repeat mode:  
Chapter Repeat  
Title Repeat  
Repeat Off  
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2 Press 6.  
The player automatically starts playing the first CD  
Track Repeat  
1 Disc Repeat  
All Discs Repeat  
Repeat off  
loaded. Once all the CDs loaded have played, the player  
automatically stops.  
The Repeat All function repeats all tracks on all  
audio and Video CDs loaded. If, during repeat play, the  
unit encounters a DVD disc, it will start playing, but the  
repeat mode will be canceled.  
In CD Mode, use the DISC SKIP button to rotate the  
disc tray to the next CD loaded (if there is one).  
You can use repeat and random play in CD Mode  
(see page 28 and this page).  
2 To resume normal playback, press CLEAR.  
You can't switch on CD mode while playing a DVD or  
Video CD. Stop playback first.  
You can use repeat play with program play and random  
play. During program/random play, press REPEAT  
(SHIFT & 9).  
Program play is not possible in CD Mode. However, it  
is possible to program a playlist. When you start  
program play, CD Mode is canceled (see page 27).  
Looping a section of a disc  
Press REP A-B (SHIFT & 10/0) once at  
the start of the section you want to  
repeat, then again at the end.  
Bookmarking a place in a disc  
Playback immediately jumps back to the start point and  
plays the loop repeatedly.  
If you watch only part of a DVD disc with the intention  
of picking up later where you left off, you can bookmark  
the place then resume playback at a later date without  
having to manually search for the right place.  
On a DVD disc, the start and end points of the loop  
must be in the same title.  
You can use this feature for up to five discs (after that  
the oldest bookmark is deleted to make space for a new  
one).  
To resume normal playback, press CLEAR.  
To repeat a section of a disc just once,  
press REP A-B (SHIFT & 10/0) at the  
start of the section, then 6 at the end.  
Playback jumps back to the start point.  
At the point from which you want to  
resume playback next time, press LAST  
MEMO (SHIFT & 2).  
Press 7 if you want to stop playback here.  
Playing CDs only (CD Mode)  
Using this feature you can play only the CDs loaded in  
the disc trayautomatically skipping over any DVDs or  
Video CDs loaded. This may be useful if you have a  
mixture of discs loaded but only want to play music:  
you don't have to keep track of what kind of disc is  
where in the disc tray.  
To resume playback, load the disc and  
press LAST MEMO (SHIFT & 2).  
If the disc starts auto playback, stop it first.  
To clear the bookmark for the disc loaded, press  
LAST MEMO (SHIFT & 2) then CLEAR while Last  
Memory is displayed on-screen.  
1 Press CD MODE.  
The CD Mode indicator lights.  
Bookmarking also works with Video CD, but for one  
disc only, and you must leave the disc in the player—  
opening the disc tray erases the memory. Last Memory  
may not work reliably with some PBC Video CDs.  
To switch off, press CD MODE again.  
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7 Playing Discs  
When a disc is stopped, all title/chapter, or track  
information for the disc loaded appears on-screen. Press  
DVD DISP(SHIFT & CLEAR) again to exit the screen.  
Memorizing disc settings  
If you have a particular set of preferences for a disc, you  
can memorize them using the Condition Memory  
function. Once memorized, your settings will be recalled  
automatically whenever you load that disc. The player  
can store settings for 15 discs; after this, memorizing  
another replaces the oldest one stored.  
Information: DVD  
Title  
01  
02  
03  
04  
Chapter Title  
Chapter  
1~ 10  
1~ 13  
1~ 5  
1~ 30  
1~ 21  
1~ 46  
1~ 12  
1~ 8  
06  
07  
08  
09  
1~ 4  
05  
DISPLAY  
Exit  
1/1  
The settings memorized are:  
DVD-Video  
OSD Position (page 39)  
Subtitle Language (page 40)  
Audio Language (page 40)  
Angle Indicator (page 39)  
Parental Lock level (page 42)  
Information: Compact Disc  
Total Time  
6.30  
Track  
Time  
3.32  
2.58  
01  
02  
To memorize settings for the current disc,  
press CONDITION (SHIFT & 1) during  
playback.  
DISPLAY  
Exit  
1/1  
CD/Video CD  
To recall memorized settings, just load  
the disc.  
To display the time remaining on a DVD disc, press  
and hold DVD DISP (SHIFT & CLEAR).  
The display shows CONDITION and Condition  
Memory appears on-screen.  
The display shows the disc time remaining for as long  
as you hold the button. Release the button to revert to  
the previous display.  
To clear memorized settings, load the disc and press  
CLEAR while Condition Memory is displayed on-  
screen.  
Displaying disc information  
Various track, chapter and title information, as well as  
the video transmission rate for DVD discs, can be  
displayed on-screen while a disc is playing, or while its  
stopped.  
To show/switch the information dis-  
played, press DVD DISP (SHIFT & CLEAR).  
When a disc is playing, the information appears at  
the top of the screen. Keep pressing DVD DISP (SHIFT  
& CLEAR) to change the displayed information.  
Play  
Tr. Rate  
37—1 0.38  
7.2  
:
DVD data transmission rate display  
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6 Adjust the MIC LEVEL to get the sound  
you want.  
Singing karaoke (Except European  
model)  
If when you turn the MIC LEVEL up, you get a loud  
whistling from the speakers, move the microphone so  
that it points away from the speakers.  
Using the karaoke features you can plug in a micro-  
phone and mix the sound of your own voice with a  
backing track. The backing track can be anything you  
like, from a song on the radio, to a dedicated DVD  
karaoke disc that displays the lyrics on screen as the  
music plays. Tailor the mix by adjusting the micro-  
phone level relative to the backing track.  
7 Sing!  
Note: Depending on the microphone level, the sound  
of the disc may distort. If this happens, turn down the  
volume.  
1 Set MIC LEVEL to minimum.  
2 Plug in the microphone.  
DISC SKIP EXCHANGE  
0
OPEN/CLOSE  
The mic jack is located on the front panel.  
1
2
3
4
5
VIDEO  
If the microphone has an on/off switch, make sure  
OLUME  
DVD RECEIVER XV-HTD1  
STANDBY/ON  
its on.  
STANDBY  
CD  
MODE  
ADVANCED  
THEATER  
DSP  
DISC  
MIC  
LEVEL  
Karaoke  
1
MIC  
PHONES  
.
DVD/CD  
TUNER/BAND  
TV/AUX  
CD MODE  
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3/8  
4
1
3 Load a karaoke backing disc.  
You can also use the radio or a component connected to  
the auxiliary inputs as source material for a backing  
track.  
4 To change the mix (CD or VCD only),  
press AUDIO.  
Pressing repeatedly switches between these modes:  
STEREO Use for backing tracks with no vocals.  
L CH Left channel only. Use for tracks that have a  
vocal recorded in the right channel.  
R CH Right channel only. Use for tracks that have  
a vocal recorded in the left channel.  
5 Play the backing track.  
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8 Using RDS (European model only)  
RDS Program types  
Using RDS  
News  
News  
Current affairs  
General information  
Sports  
Educational material  
Radio drama  
Arts and culture  
Science and technology  
Usually talk-based material, such as  
quiz shows or interviews.  
Pop music  
Radio Data System, or RDS as it’s usually known, is a  
system used by FM radio stations to provide listeners  
with various information—the name of the station and  
what kind of show they’re broadcasting, for example.  
RDS allows you to search through stations automati-  
cally using this information. It shows up as text on the  
display, and you can switch between the type of  
information shown. Although you don’t get RDS  
information from all FM radio stations, you do with  
most.  
Affairs  
Info  
Sport  
Educate  
Drama  
Culture  
Science  
Varied  
Pop M  
Rock M  
This unit lets you display three different kinds of RDS  
information: Radio Text, Program Service Name, and  
Program Type.  
Rock music  
M.O.R. M "Middle of the road" music  
Light M  
Classics  
'Light' classical music  
'Serious' classical music  
Radio Text (RT) is a message sent by the radio station.  
It can be anything the broadcaster chooses—a talk  
radio station might give out its telephone number as  
RT, for example.  
Other M Other music not fitting any of the  
above categories  
Weather Weather reports  
Finance  
Children Children’s' entertainment  
Social Social affairs  
Program Service Name (PS) is the name of the radio  
station.  
Finance and business  
Program Type (PTY) indicates the kind of program  
currently being broadcast.  
Religion Religious programming  
Phone in Phone in talk show  
Travel  
Holiday-type travel rather than traffic  
announcements, etc.  
Leisure interests and hobbies  
Jazz music  
Leisure  
Jazz  
Country Country music  
Nation M Popular music in a language other  
than English  
Oldies  
Folk M  
Popular music from the '50s  
Folk music  
Document Documentaries  
In addition, there are program types, ALARM and  
TEST, used for exceptional emergency announcements.  
The tuner will switch automatically to that station if it  
picks up either of these RDS signals.  
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Displaying RDS information  
You can choose to display Program Service name (PS),  
Program Type (PTY), or Radio Text (RT) for the FM  
station you're listening to.  
Searching for a program type  
You can search for a station that is broadcasting any  
program type from the list on page 32.  
1 Select FM with the TUNER/BAND button.  
1 Press SYSTEM DISP repeatedly to select  
the RDS information you want to display.  
Switch between:  
2 Press SYSTEM DISP repeatedly until  
SEARCH appears in the display.  
3 Use 4 and ¢ to choose the program  
type, then press SYSTEM DISP.  
You can search for any of the program types listed on  
page 32.  
PS (Program Service name)  
PTY (Program Type)  
RT (Radio Text)  
SEARCH (see below for more on this)  
OFF (don't display any RDS data)  
After pressing DISP/RDS, the system starts searching  
through the station presets for a match. When it finds  
one, the search stops and the station plays for 6 seconds.  
The RDS information will appear after a few seconds.  
4 If you want to keep listening to the  
station, press SYSTEM DISP within the 6  
seconds.  
The RDS indicator will light in the RDS mode.  
If you don't press SYSTEM DISP, searching resumes.  
If no RDS signal can be received, the no data  
message will be displayed.  
If there is noise during the RT scroll display when in  
the RT mode, some characters may be temporarily  
displayed incorrectly.  
In the RT mode, when no RT data is transmitted, no  
radio text data is displayed.  
During RDS broadcast reception in the PTY mode,  
no type data may be displayed. In this case, it will  
automatically switch to PS mode after a few seconds.  
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9 Using the Timer  
9 Set the switch off time.  
Set in the same way as the switch on time, pressing  
ENTER to finish.  
Using the wake up timer  
You can use the timer as an alarm clock to wake up to  
the sound of a disc loaded or the radio. If you have an  
external component operated by a separate timer, you  
can also set it as the source function.  
• If you make a mistake, press SYSTEM SETUP and  
start again from step 3.  
Once the timer is active, it will switch the system on  
everyday at the set time.  
10 Check the settings you just made.  
The display should indicate that you have set the wake  
up timer, then show the on time, the off time, the  
function (DVD, etc.), and the volume. The display  
shows CHECK END after all the settings.  
Unlike an ordinary alarm clock, you need to set a  
system switch off time, as well as a switch on time.  
1 Select the source that you’d like to wake  
up to.  
• There is no direct way to edit the timer settings. If  
you see that some timer setting is not what you’d  
intended, you’ll need to start the process again from the  
top.  
For a disc, press DVD/CD; for the radio press TUNER/  
BAND; for an external component, press TV/AUX.  
2 Load a disc or tune to a radio station,  
then set the volume.  
11 Switch the system into standby.  
The timer will not work if the system is left on!  
If you selected an external component, make the  
appropriate timer settings for it.  
The timer indicator ( ) lights when the timer is on.  
3 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
4 Press 2 or 3 until you see TIMER in the  
Activating/deactivating the wake up  
timer  
display.  
To activate the wake up timer, set the timer to ON. To  
deactivate it, set the timer to OFF.  
5 Press ENTER.  
6 Press 2 or 3 until you see WAKE UP SET  
in the display.  
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
7 Press ENTER.  
2 Press 2 or 3 until you see TIMER in the  
display.  
The display shows a switch on time with the hour  
blinking.  
3 Press ENTER.  
8 Set the switch on time.  
Use 5 and to set the hour then press ENTER. Set the  
minute in the same way, pressing ENTER to finish.  
4 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
TIMER ON or TIMER OFF in the display.  
5 Press ENTER.  
• If you make a mistake, press SYSTEM SETUP and  
start again from step 3.  
The timer indicator ( ) lights when the timer is on.  
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Checking the timer settings  
If youve set the wake-up timer, you can check the  
settings anytime.  
Using the sleep timer  
The sleep timer switches the system into standby after a  
specified amount of time so that you can fall asleep  
without worrying about the stereo being left on all  
night. If you've also set the wake up timer this is  
important since the wake up timer will only work if the  
system is in standby.  
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
2 Press 2 or 3 until you see TIMER in the  
display.  
3 Press ENTER.  
1 Press SLEEP (SHIFT & 6) to set the time  
until the system goes into standby.  
Press repeatedly to switch between:  
4 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
TIMER CHECK in the display.  
SLEEP AUTO this setting is only available when  
the system is playing a CD*  
SLEEP 90 (minutes)  
SLEEP 60 (minutes)  
SLEEP 30 (minutes)  
5 Press ENTER.  
The display shows the timer settings:  
On time  
Off time  
Function (DVD, etc.)  
Volume  
SLEEP OFF (cancels the sleep timer)  
The sleep timer indicator ( ) lights and the display  
dims when the sleep timer is active.  
CHECK END  
* This is not available when a Video CD is in PBC mode,  
or if you're playing a CD or Video CD in repeat mode. If  
you set a disc playing in repeat mode after setting the  
sleep timer to SLEEP AUTO, it automatically switches  
to the 90 minute setting.  
Once the sleep timer is set, you can check the time  
left by pressing SLEEP (SHIFT & 6).  
To cancel the sleep timer, switch the system into  
standby, or select SLEEP OFF (as described above).  
If you switch to a different source when sleep auto is  
set, the system will automatically go into standby a  
minute later.  
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Dynamic Range Control  
Advanced sound settings  
This chapter covers advanced settings to further  
optimize the sound of your system.  
The dynamic range of a source is the difference between  
the quietest and the loudest sounds. The dynamic range  
of Dolby Digital soundtracks can be very great. This  
makes them exciting, but it also means that when you  
turn the volume down you can easily lose quiet dialog.  
Switch on Dynamic Range Control to even out the  
soundtrack volume.  
LFE attenuator  
The LFE (low frequency effects) channel carries ultra  
low bass sound to add weight to effects in Dolby Digital  
and DTS soundtracks. This channel can overload the  
subwoofer resulting in distortion. Use the LFE attenua-  
tor setting to reduce the signal fed to the subwoofer.  
• You can’t change this setting if the Record mode is  
on (see page 25).  
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
The LFE attenuator only works with sources that  
contain an LFE channel. It is not a general level control  
for the sub-woofer.  
2 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
D.R.C. in the display.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to select a  
dynamic range setting.  
• You can’t change this setting if the Record mode is  
on (see page 25).  
D.R.C. OFF – default setting (no change to the  
dynamics)  
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
D.R.C. LOW – the dynamic range is reduced by a  
small amount.  
2 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see LFE  
in the display.  
D.R.C. MID – mid setting  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to set the  
amount of signal reduction.  
There are three settings:  
D.R.C. HIGH – the dynamic range is reduced by a  
large amount (good for listening at very low volume).  
4 Press ENTER.  
LFE ATT 0 – default setting (no signal reduction)  
LFE ATT 10 – the LFE channel signal level is  
reduced to avoid distortion  
LFE OFF – the LFE channel is switched off  
completely. This may be useful late at night, for  
example.  
4 Press ENTER.  
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Dual-mono setting  
Adjusting channel volume levels  
Depending on your room and where youre sitting, you  
may want to adjust the relative volumes of one or more  
speakers for a more balanced sound. You can do this in  
any mode, including the surround, DSP, and stereo  
modes. Settings that you make in any sound mode are  
completely independent and dont affect any other  
mode.  
The dual-mono setting applies only to Dolby Digital  
discs that feature dual-mono materialsee the disc  
box for details.  
Dual-mono discs are recorded with two independent  
channels that may be played together or separately  
depending on the situation. For example, a guitar  
tuition disc might have the guitar recorded on one  
channel and all the other instruments on the other. Use  
the dual-mono setting to play just the guitar part on its  
own; just the backing, or everything together (through  
separate speakers, or mixed).  
Each DSP effect has its own set of channel level  
settings.  
The channel levels you set for the Surround mode  
apply to Standard and all Advanced Theater effects.  
You cant change this setting if the Record mode is  
on (see page 25).  
The headphone level is not affected by the channel  
level settings.  
1 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
2 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
1 Press CH LEVEL.  
CH or MIX in the display.  
Adjustments to the channel volume levels will affect  
only the current sound mode.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to select a dual-  
mono setting.  
2 Use the 2 and 3 buttons to select a  
channel to adjust.  
L-CH1 R-CH2 default setting (Ch1 is played  
through the left speaker; Ch2 through the right)  
The display shows the channel and its current setting.  
CH1 Ch1 is played through the center speaker  
(or through the left and right speakers if Surround  
Off is selected); Ch2 is muted.  
Remember that not all channels are available in all  
sound modes.  
CH2 Ch2 is played through the center speaker  
(or through the left and right speakers if Surround  
Off is selected); Ch1 is muted.  
3 Use the 5 and buttons to adjust the  
volume of the current channel.  
For best results, sit in your main listening position when  
doing this. You can adjust each speaker in the range of  
+/-10dB.  
MIX Ch1 and Ch2 are mixed together and played  
through the center speaker (or through both left and  
right speakers if Surround Off is selected).  
4 When you're done, press ENTER.  
4 Press ENTER.  
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Using the DVD Setup menu  
Video settings  
TV Screen  
• Set in Setup Navigator (Default: 16:9 (Wide))  
Video Language General  
DVD SETUP  
5
TV Screen 4:3(Letter Box)  
Picture Quality 4:3(Pan&Scan)  
16:9(Wide)  
ENTER  
2
3
RETURN  
Select your display preference  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
If you have a widescreen TV, select the 16:9 (Wide)  
setting—widescreen DVD software is then shown using  
the full screen area. When playing software recorded in  
conventional (4:3) format, the settings on your TV will  
determine how the material is presented—see the  
manual that came with your TV for details on what  
options are available.  
The DVD Setup menu gives you access to all the system’s  
DVD settings. Press DVD SETUP to display/leave the  
menu and the cursor (25∞3) and ENTER buttons  
on the remote to navigate and select options. In some  
screens you can press RETURN to leave the screen  
without making any changes. The controls for each  
menu are shown at the bottom of the screen.  
If you have a conventional TV, choose either 4:3  
(Letter Box) or 4:3 (Pan & Scan). In Letter  
Box mode, widescreen software is shown with black bars  
at the top and bottom of the screen. Pan & Scan chops  
the sides off widescreen material to make it fit the 4:3  
screen (so even though the picture looks larger on the  
screen, you’re actually seeing less of the movie). See  
page 50 for more information.  
If an option is greyed out it means that it cannot be  
changed at the current time. This is usually because a  
disc is playing. Stop the disc, then change the setting.  
Picture Quality  
The current setting for any option is marked with a  
colored box. The color of the box indicates what kind of  
disc the setting is applicable to: blue for DVD only;  
yellow for DVD and Video CD; green for any type of disc.  
• Default setting: Standard  
Language General  
Video  
TV Screen – 16:9(Wide)  
Picture Quality  
Cinema  
Animation  
Standard  
Adjust picture quality  
Move  
The language options shown in the on-screen  
SETUP  
Exit  
display illustrations on the following pages may not  
correspond to those available in your country or region.  
There are three preset picture quality settings that suit  
various program types.  
Cinema – Sharp, high contrast picture.  
Animation – Bright, vibrant colors.  
Standard – Neutral picture.  
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When watching DVD discs recorded in 4:3 format  
(regularTV size) on a widescreen TV, it can be difficult  
to see the operation displays (Play, Stop, Resume,  
etc.) at the top of the screen. If you find them hard to  
read, select Position – Wide.  
S-Video Out  
Default setting: S2  
Language General  
Video  
TV Screen 16:9(Wide)  
Picture Quality Standard  
S-Video Out  
Still Picture  
On Screen Display – Position Normal  
Angle Indicator  
S1  
If you prefer not to have the operation displays shown  
on-screen, change the setting to Off.  
S2  
On  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
Angle Indicator  
Default setting: On  
You can switch the type of S-Video signal output. If you  
connected your TV with an S-Video cord in some rare  
cases the TV picture may appear stretched. If you find  
this switch the S-Video output from S2 to S1.  
Video Language General  
TV Screen 16:9(Wide)  
Picture Quality Standard  
S-Video Out S2  
Still Picture Auto  
On Screen Display Position  
-
Normal  
Angle Indicator  
On  
Off  
Still Picture  
Default setting: Auto  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
If you prefer not to see the camera icon on-screen  
during multi-angle scenes on DVD discs, change the  
Angle Indicator setting to Off.  
Language General  
Video  
TV Screen 16:9(Wide)  
Picture Quality Standard  
S-Video Out S2  
Still Picture Field  
On Screen Display —  
Frame  
Angle Indicator Auto  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
Language settings  
The player uses one of two processes when displaying a  
still frame from a DVD disc. The default Auto setting lets  
the system decide which to use.  
OSD Language  
Set in Setup Navigator (default: English)  
Field produces a stable, generally shake-free image.  
Video Language General  
Frame produces a sharper image, but more prone to  
shake than field stills.  
OSD Language English  
Audio Language -
français  
Subtitle Language -
Español  
Auto Language On  
Select the On Screen Language  
On Screen Display  
Default setting: Position – Normal  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
Choose the language you want the OSDs in.  
Video Language General  
TV Screen 16:9(Wide)  
Picture Quality Standard  
S-Video Out S2  
Auto  
Still Picture —  
On Screen Display  
Position - Wide  
Angle Indicator
Position - Normal  
Off  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
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disc, the system automatically plays the disc with those  
subtitles (although this depends on the Auto Language  
settingsee Auto Language on page 40).  
Audio Language  
Default Setting: English  
Video Language General  
OSD Language English  
Video Language General  
Audio Language -
English  
Subtitle Language  
List of Languages  
Subtitle Language -
French  
Auto Language - Spanish
Other  
Code (0~2)  
ja: Japanese  
1
0
0
1
Setup audio language  
Setup discs subtitle language  
Move  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
RETURN  
Return  
Exit  
+/  
ENTER  
SETUP  
Select  
This setting is your preferred audio language for DVD  
discs. If the language you specify here is recorded on a  
disc, the system automatically plays the disc in that  
language (although this depends on the Auto Lan-  
guage settingsee Auto Language on page 40).  
The DVD format recognizes 136 different languages.  
Choose Other if you want to specify a language other  
than those listed, then follow the on-screen display to  
select a language. You may also want to refer to the  
Language code list on page 47.  
Video Language General  
Audio Language  
Code (0~2)  
List of Languages  
You can change or switch off the subtitles on a DVD disc  
any time during playback using the SUBTITLE button.  
(This does not affect this setting.)  
ja: Japanese  
1
0
0
1
Setup audio language  
Move  
+/–  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Return  
Exit  
ENTER  
Select  
Auto Language  
Default Setting: On  
The DVD format recognizes 136 different languages.  
Choose Other if you want to specify a language other  
than those listed, then follow the on-screen display to  
select a language. You may also want to refer to the  
Language code list on page 47.  
Video Language General  
OSD Language English  
Audio Language English  
Subtitle Language English  
Auto Language 
On  
Off  
Play dialog, etc. in original language  
Subtitle ON with foreign audio  
You can switch between the languages recorded on a  
DVD disc any time during playback using the AUDIO  
button. (This does not affect this setting.)  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
When set to On, the system always selects the default  
audio language on a DVD disc (French dialog for a  
French movie, for example), and displays subtitles in  
your preferred subtitle language only if that is set to  
something different. In other words, movies in your  
native language wont have any subtitles, while foreign  
language movies will be shown with subtitles.  
Subtitle Language  
Default Setting: English  
Video Language General  
OSD Language English  
Audio Language English
Subtitle Language French
Set to Off to have the system play discs strictly  
according to your Audio Language and Subtitle  
Language settings.  
Auto Language -
Spanish  
Other  
Setup disc’s subtitle language  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
For Auto Language to work, the Audio Language and  
Subtitle Language settings must be the samesee this  
page.  
This setting is your preferred subtitle language for DVD  
discs. If the language you specify here is recorded on a  
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Set to On, the player displays subtitles according to the  
Subtitle Language and Auto Language settings above.  
Set to Off to switch subtitles off altogether (although  
see Subtitle Off on this page for special cases). Set to  
Assist Subtitle to have the player display the extra  
assistive subtitles recorded on to some DVD discs.  
You can still switch audio and subtitle languages on  
playback using the AUDIO and SUBTITLE buttons.  
DVD Language  
Default Setting: w/Subtitle Language  
Subtitle Off  
Video Language General  
Default Setting: Selected Subtitle  
OSD Language English  
Audio Language English  
Subtitle Language 
w/ Subtitle Language  
Auto Language -
English  
Language General  
Video  
DVD Language 
French  
Subtitle Display -
Spanish  
OSD Language English  
Audio Language English  
Subtitle Language English  
Auto Language On  
Subtitle Off -
Other  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
DVD Language English  
With Audio  
Subtitle Off SelectedSubtitle
Subtitle Display -
Some multi-lingual discs have disc menus in several  
languages. This setting specifies in which language the  
disc menus should appear. Leave on the default setting  
for menus to appear in the same language as your  
Subtitle Languagesee page 40.  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
Some discs display subtitles even if the Subtitle Display  
setting (this page) is set to off. In this case, you can  
either have the subtitles displayed in the same language  
as your preferred audio language (With Audio), or  
in your preferred subtitle language (Selected  
Subtitle). If the Audio Language and Subtitle  
Language settings are the same then both of these  
choices will give the same result.  
Video Language General  
DVD Language  
Code (0~2)  
List of Languages  
ja: Japanese  
1
0
0
1
RETURN  
SETUP  
Return  
Exit  
Move  
+/–  
ENTER  
Select  
The DVD format recognizes 136 different languages.  
Choose Other if you want to specify a language other  
than those listed, then follow the on-screen display to  
select a language. You may also want to refer to the  
Language code list on page 47.  
General settings  
Setup Menu Mode  
Default setting: Basic  
Video Language General  
Setup Menu Mode Expert  
Subtitle Display  
Default Setting: On  
Basic  
Setup Navigator  
Parental Lock Level 8  
Change menu mode  
Move  
SETUP  
Video Language General  
Exit  
OSD Language English  
Audio Language English  
Subtitle Language English  
Auto Language On  
The Basic setup menu gives you access to the more  
commonly used settings. It also features an information  
bar which tells you more about what the currently  
highlighted option means.  
DVD Language -
On  
Subtitle Display Off  
Assist Subtitle  
Subtitle Off - Selectetitle  
Move  
SETUP  
Exit  
Set to Expert for access to all settings.  
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Parental Lock  
Default level: 8  
Changing the parental lock level  
1 Select Level Change.  
Default password: none  
2 Use number buttons to register a new  
password or confirm your existing pass-  
word, then press ENTER.  
Video Language General  
Setup Menu Mode Basic  
Setup Navigator  
Parental Lock Level Change  
Password Change  
Video Language General  
Parental Lock: Register Code Number  
Setup viewing restrictions  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
Enter 4Digit Code  
You can restrict access to certain discs using this feature.  
Once set, the player will ask for a four-digit password if a  
restricted disc is loaded, giving you a degree of control  
over what your children watch.  
Move  
+/–  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Exit  
Return  
The first time you set the parental lock level, you have  
to register a password. Anything you input becomes your  
password.  
The player can be set to one of eight levels. Setting the  
level at 1 means that any disc with any level of  
restriction will need the password in order to watch it,  
while setting it at level 8 gives unlimited access.  
3 Select a new level.  
Video Language General  
DVD discs are also rated from 1 to 8. Discs rated 1 (or  
with no rating) generally contain little or no offensive  
material; discs rated 2, may contain material that some  
parents may feel is unsuitable for children. Discs rated 8  
will almost certainly be unsuitable for children.  
Parental Lock: Level Change  
1
Level  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Set Parental Lock  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Return  
Exit  
Move  
ENTER  
Select  
Since a discs rating is up to the manufacturer, it is not  
possible to give a definitive guide to each levelcheck  
the disc box for parental lock details.  
Move leftward to lock more levels (more discs will  
require the password); rightward to unlock levels. You  
cant lock level 1.  
4 Press ENTER to set the new level.  
Not all discs that you may consider inappropriate for  
your children are rated. Unrated discs will always play  
without requiring the password first.  
Changing your password  
1 Select Password Change.  
2 Input your existing password, then press  
ENTER.  
Video Language General  
Parental Lock: Confirm Code Number  
ENTER  
Enter 4Digit Code  
Move  
RETURN  
SETUP  
+/  
Return  
Exit  
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3 Input a new password, then press ENTER.  
This specifies the color of the screen when the player is  
stopped (or playing an audio disc).  
Language General  
Video  
Select Other if you want to make your own back-  
ground color. Follow the on-screen display to create a  
color from the red, green and blue bars.  
Parental Lock: Password Change  
Enter 4Digit Code  
Video Language General  
Move  
+/–  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Exit  
Return  
Background color  
If you forget your password, resetting the player will  
clear the password. See page 44 for more on this.  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Return  
Exit  
Move  
/+  
ENTER  
Select  
Screen Saver  
Default setting: On  
Video Language General  
Setup Menu Mode  
Setup Navigator  
Expert  
Parental Lock Level 8  
Screen Saver On  
Background Color –  
Off  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
If a constant image is displayed on a conventional CRT-  
type TV, it can burn inleaving a ghost image on the  
screen. When On, the screen saver makes sure that a  
constant image is not displayed for a dangerously long  
time.  
Background Color  
Default setting: Blue  
Video Language General  
Setup Menu Mode  
Setup Navigator  
Expert  
Parental Lock Level 8  
Screen Saver Off  
Background Color  
Black  
Blue  
Other  
SETUP  
Move  
Exit  
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Switching the AM frequency interval  
As its default setting, the tuner jumps in steps of 10kHz  
when tuning in AM stations. If you find that this is  
unsuitable in your area (if you can’t tune into stations  
successfully), you can change the tuning interval to  
9kHz for AM. Here’s how to switch the setting.  
Resetting the system  
Resetting the system returns all menu, picture and  
password settings to their factory defaults.  
1 Switch the system into standby using the  
front panel standby/on switch.  
2 Hold down the front panel 7 button and  
switch back on.  
1 Switch the system into standby.  
2 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
3 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see AM  
STEP in the display.  
4 Use the 5 and buttons to select 9kHz  
or 10kHz.  
• When set to 9kHz, the FM tuning interval becomes  
50kHz. This should not affect tuning into FM stations.  
5 Press ENTER.  
Setting the display brightness  
You can adjust the brightness of the display to suit the  
lighting conditions of the room.  
Press FL DIMMER (SHIFT & >10).  
Press repeatedly to set the display brightness. There are  
five levels.  
Switching the time format  
You can display the clock in either 12 or 24-hour  
format.  
1 Switch the system into standby.  
2 Press SYSTEM SETUP.  
3 Press the 2 or 3 button until you see  
CLOCK 12 HR or CLOCK 24 HR in the  
display.  
4 Use the 5 and buttons to select 12 or  
24.  
5 Press ENTER.  
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Storing discs  
Taking care of your system  
Although CDs and DVDs are more durable than vinyl  
records, you should still take care to handle and store  
discs correctly. When youre not using a disc, return it to  
its case and store upright. Avoid leaving discs in  
excessively cold, humid, or hot environments (includ-  
ing under direct sunlight).  
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. For  
stubborn dirt, wet a soft cloth with a mild detergent  
solution made by diluting one part detergent to 5 or 6  
parts water, wring well, then wipe off the dirt. Use a dry  
cloth to wipe the surface dry. Do not use volatile liquids  
such as benzene and thinner which may damage the  
surfaces.  
Dont glue paper or put stickers on discs, or write on  
them using a pencil, ball-point pen or other sharp-  
tipped writing instrument.  
Disc lens cleaner  
The disc pickup lens should not become dirty in normal  
use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to  
dirt or dust, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized  
service center. Although lens cleaners for CD players are  
commercially available, we do not recommend using  
them since some may damage the lens.  
Discs to avoid  
Discs spin at high speed during playback. If you can see  
that a disc is cracked, chipped, warped, or otherwise  
damaged, dont risk using ityou could end up  
damaging the system.  
Taking care of your discs  
When holding discs, take care not to leave fingerprints,  
dirt or scratches on the disc surface. Hold the disc by its  
edge or by the center hole and edge. Damaged or dirty  
discs can affect playback performance. Take care also  
not to scratch the label side of the disc. Although not as  
fragile as the recorded side, scratches can still result in a  
disc becoming unusable.  
This system is designed for use with conventional, fully  
circular discs only. Use of shaped discs is not recom-  
mended. Pioneer disclaims all liability arising in  
connection with the use of shaped CDs and DVDs.  
Should a disc become marked with fingerprints, dust,  
etc., clean using a soft, dry cloth, wiping the disc lightly  
from the center to the outside edge as shown on the next  
page. If necessary, use a cloth soaked in alcohol, or a  
commercially available CD or DVD cleaning kit to clean  
a disc more thoroughly. Never use benzine, thinner or  
other cleaning agents, including products designed for  
cleaning vinyl records.  
Wipe lightly from the center of the disc using  
straight strokes.  
Dont wipe the disc surface using circular strokes.  
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Glossary  
Aspect ratio  
The width of a TV screen relative to its height. Conven-  
tional TVs are 4:3 (in other words, the screen is almost  
square); widescreen models are 16:9 (the screen is  
almost twice as wide as it is high).  
Chapter  
Just as a book is split up into several chapters, a title on  
a DVD disc is usually divided into chapters. See also  
Title.  
Dolby Digital  
A surround sound system developed by Dolby Laborato-  
ries containing up to six channels of digital audio  
(front left and right, surround left and right, center and  
low-frequency channels). See also DTS.  
DTS  
A surround sound system developed by Digital Theater  
Systems as an alternative to Dolby Digital. DTS discs  
contain up to eight channels of digital audio. See also  
Dolby Digital.  
MPEG video  
The video format used for Video CDs and DVDs. Video  
CD uses the older MPEG-1 standard, while DVD uses the  
newer and much better quality MPEG-2 standard.  
PBC (PlayBack Control) (Video CD only)  
A system of navigating a Video CD through on-screen  
menus recorded onto the disc. Especially good for discs  
that you would normally not watch from beginning to  
end all at oncekaraoke discs, for example.  
Regions (DVD only)  
These associate discs and players with particular areas  
of the world. This unit will only play discs that have  
compatible region codes. You can find the region code  
of your unit by looking on the rear panel. Some discs  
are compatible with more than one region (or all  
regions).  
Title (DVD only)  
A collection of chapters on a DVD disc. See also Chapter.  
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Language code list  
Language/Langue  
Japanese/japonais ( ja )  
Code  
1001  
Language/Langue  
Hausa ( ha )  
Code  
0801  
Language/Langue  
Quechua ( qu )  
Code  
1721  
English/anglais ( en )  
French ( fr)  
0514  
0618  
0405  
0920  
0519  
1412  
1821  
2608  
1115  
Rhaeto-Romance ( rm )  
Kirundi ( rn )  
Romanian ( ro )  
Kinyarwanda ( rw )  
Sanskrit ( sa )  
Sindhi ( sd )  
1813  
1814  
1815  
1823  
1901  
1904  
1907  
1908  
1909  
1911  
1912  
1913  
1914  
1915  
1917  
1918  
1919  
1920  
1921  
1922  
1923  
2001  
2005  
2007  
2008  
2009  
2011  
2012  
2014  
2015  
2018  
2019  
2020  
2023  
2111  
Hindi ( hi )  
0809  
0818  
0821  
0825  
0901  
0905  
0911  
0914  
0919  
0923  
1009  
1023  
1101  
1111  
Croatian (hr )  
Hungarian ( hu )  
Armenian ( hy )  
Interlingua ( ia )  
Interlingue ( ie )  
Inupiak ( ik )  
German ( de )  
Italian ( it )  
Spanish ( es )  
Dutch ( nl )  
Russian ( ru )  
Chinese ( zh )  
Korean ( ko )  
Greek ( el )  
Sangho ( sg )  
Serbo-Croatian ( sh )  
Singhalese ( si )  
Slovak ( sk )  
Indonesian ( in )  
Icelandic ( is )  
Hebrew ( iw )  
Yiddish ( ji )  
0512  
0101  
0102  
0106  
0113  
Afar ( aa )  
Slovenian ( sl )  
Samoan ( sm )  
Shona ( sn )  
Abkhazian ( ab )  
Afrikaans ( af )  
Amharic ( am )  
Arabic ( ar )  
Javanese ( jw )  
Georgian ( ka )  
Kazakh ( kk )  
Somali ( so )  
Albanian ( sq )  
Serbian ( sr )  
Siswati ( ss )  
Sesotho ( st )  
Sundanese ( su )  
Swedish ( sv )  
Swahili ( sw )  
Tamil ( ta )  
0118  
Greenlandic ( kl )  
Cambodian ( km )  
Kannada ( kn )  
Kashmiri ( ks )  
Kurdish ( ku )  
Kirghiz ( ky )  
1112  
Assamese ( as )  
Aymara ( ay )  
Azerbaijani ( az )  
Bashkir ( ba )  
Byelorussian ( be )  
Bulgarian ( bg )  
Bihari ( bh )  
0119  
1113  
0125  
0126  
0201  
0205  
0207  
0208  
0209  
0214  
0215  
0218  
0301  
0315  
0319  
0325  
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0426  
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0520  
0521  
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0609  
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0615  
0625  
0701  
0704  
0712  
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0721  
1114  
1119  
1121  
1125  
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1325  
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1513  
1518  
1601  
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1619  
1620  
Latin ( la )  
Lingala (ln )  
Bislama ( bi )  
Bengali ( bn )  
Tibetan ( bo )  
Breton ( br )  
Catalan ( ca )  
Corsican ( co )  
Czech ( cs )  
Telugu ( te )  
Laothian ( lo )  
Lithuanian ( lt )  
Latvian ( lv )  
Tajik ( tg )  
Thai ( th )  
Tigrinya ( ti )  
Turkmen ( tk )  
Tagalog ( tl )  
Setswana ( tn )  
Tonga ( to )  
Malagasy ( mg )  
Maori ( mi )  
Macedonian ( mk )  
Malayalam ( ml )  
Mongolian ( mn )  
Moldavian ( mo )  
Marathi ( mr )  
Malay ( ms )  
Welsh ( cy )  
Danish ( da )  
Bhutani ( dz )  
Esperanto ( eo )  
Estonian ( et )  
Basque ( eu )  
Persian ( fa )  
Finnish ( fi )  
Turkish ( tr )  
Tsonga ( ts )  
Tatar ( tt )  
Twi ( tw )  
Maltese ( mt )  
Burmese ( my )  
Nauru ( na )  
Ukrainian ( uk )  
Urdu ( ur )  
2118  
Uzbek ( uz )  
2126  
2209  
2215  
2315  
2408  
2515  
2621  
Nepali ( ne )  
Fiji ( fj )  
Vietnamese ( vi )  
Volapük ( vo )  
Wolof ( wo )  
Xhosa ( xh )  
Norwegian ( no )  
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Irish ( ga )  
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Yoruba ( yo )  
Zulu ( zu )  
Panjabi ( pa )  
Polish ( pl )  
Pashto, Pushto ( ps )  
Portuguese ( pt )  
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12 Additional Information  
Troubleshooting  
Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble or malfunction. If you think that there is something wrong with this  
component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Inspect the other components  
and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified after checking the items below, ask your nearest  
Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.  
Problem  
Remedy  
CDs, DVDs and Video CDs  
The disc is ejected automati-  
cally after loading.  
Check that the disc is clean and undamaged (page 45).  
Make sure that the disc is seated properly in the disc guide.  
Check that the disc has a compatible region number (page 7).  
There may be condensation inside the unit. Allow time for condensation to evaporate.  
Avoid using the player near an air-conditioning unit.  
Playback is not possible.  
mark appears on screen.  
Check that the disc is loaded correctly (label side face up).  
The operation is prohibited by the system.  
mark appears on screen.  
The selected function does not operate for that disc.  
When making changes in the  
There is a CD or Video CD loaded and the setting that was changed applies only to  
Setup OSD menus,  
displayed.  
is  
DVD discs. The settings will take effect next time a DVD is loaded.  
Picture playback stops and  
the operation buttons cannot  
be used.  
Switch the power off once, then on again using the front panel standby/on switch.  
New settings made in the  
Setup screen menus while a  
disc is playing are ineffective.  
Some settings can be changed while a disc is playing, but are not effective until the  
disc is stopped then restarted. This is not a malfunction. Note that making settings in the  
Setup screen menus may cancel the resume function.  
Settings are canceled.  
No picture/No color.  
If the power was cut due to power failure or by unplugging the power cord, settings  
will be canceled.  
Check that the video connections are correct and that plugs are inserted fully.  
Check that the TV/monitor settings are correct.  
Screen is stretched or aspect  
does not change.  
Make sure that the TV Screen option in the Setup menu matches the TV/monitor  
you're using.  
Picture disturbance during  
playback or screen is dark.  
This player is compatible with Macro-Vision System copy guard. Some discs include a  
copy prevention signal, and when this type of disc is played back, stripes etc., may appear  
on some sections of the picture depending on the TV. This is not a malfunction.  
Problems with some discs may result in the screen becoming black for a brief instant  
or shaking slightly when certain functions are executed.  
Due to copy protection, connection of this system through a VCR or an AV selector  
may prevent recording or cause picture problems. This is not a malfunction.  
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Additional Information  
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Problem  
Remedy  
Noticeable difference in DVD  
and CD volume.  
DVDs and CDs use different recording methods. This is not a malfunction.  
Tuner  
Noisy radio reception  
Check that the frequency is correct.  
Check that the antennas are connected properly. For FM, make sure that the antenna  
is fully extended and positioned to give the best reception.  
For AM, make sure that the loop antenna is pointing in the best direction.  
If the radio signal is weak, an outdoor antenna will usually give better results than the  
supplied indoor types.  
Other electrical equipment, such as TVs, fluorescent lamps and motors can cause  
interference. Try switching off or moving the equipment, or moving the antenna(s).  
The tuning interval may be incorrect for your country or region. Try switching the  
tuning interval (page 44).  
Auto tuning does not pick up  
some stations.  
Auto tuning will only detect radio stations with a good signal. For more sensitive  
tuning, connect an outdoor antenna.  
General  
The remote control doesn't  
seem to work.  
Make sure that you’re using the remote within its operating range and that there are  
no obstacles between the remote and the sensor on the main unit.  
Check that the batteries are not exhausted.  
No audio, or audio is dis-  
torted.  
Check that the correct function is selected (DVD/CD, etc.), the volume turned up.  
Check that the MUTE function is not on and that the disc is not paused.  
Check that the disc is clean and undamaged (page 45).  
Check that all rear panel connections are correct.  
If you find dirty or oxidized plugs/terminals, clean them.  
Can’t adjust sound mode  
settings (bass, treble, etc.)  
The Record Mode is switched on. Switch off then adjust as desired (see page 25).  
Static electricity or other external influences may cause malfunctioning of this unit. In this case, unplug the power cord  
and then plug back in. This will usually reset the unit for proper operation. If this does not correct the problem, please  
consult your nearest PIONEER service center.  
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12 Additional Information  
Screen sizes and disc formats  
The table below shows the effect of various TV Screen  
settings on the different kinds of disc available.  
When viewing a standard size TV or monitor  
Setting and appearance Screen format of disc  
When viewing a widescreen TV or monitor  
Setting and appearance  
Screen format of disc  
Standard (TV programs, etc)  
The program is presented  
correctly, regardless of the  
setting.  
Widescreen (movies, etc.)  
Note that some extra-wide  
formats (such as CinemaScope)  
will appear with black bars at the  
top and bottom of the screen.  
16:9 (Wide)  
Any setting  
Widescreen (movies, etc.)  
The program is shown in  
widescreen with black bars at  
the top and bottom of the  
screen.  
Standard (TV programs, etc.)  
Your TV will determine how the  
picture is presentedcheck the  
manual that came with the TV  
for details. Typical options are  
black bars either side, some  
form of stretched or zoomed  
presentation.  
4:3 (Letter Box)  
4:3 (Pan & Scan)  
16:9 (Wide)  
Widescreen (movies, etc.)  
The sides of the program are  
cropped so that the picture fills  
the whole screen.  
16:9 (Wide)  
Widescreen (movies, etc.)  
The program appears squashed:  
set to either 4:3 (Letter Box) or  
4:3 (Pan & Scan).  
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Additional Information  
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Speaker system (S-HTD1)  
(Front Speaker x 2, Rear Speaker x 2, Center Speaker x 1,  
Subwoofer x 1)  
Specifications  
Amplifier Section  
Continuous power output (RMS)  
Front speaker  
Enclosure .................................... Closed-box bookshelf type  
(magnetically shielded †)  
System................................................... 10 cm 2-way system  
Speaker  
Front ................................................. 80 W, per channel  
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 )  
Rear .................................................. 30 W, per channel  
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 )  
Center............................................... 30 W, per channel  
(1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 8 )  
Woofer ................................................. 10 cm cone type  
Tweeter .............................................. 5.2 cm cone type  
Nominal impedance ........................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency range ........................................ 50 to 20,000 Hz  
Max. input ................................................................... 100 W  
Dimensions ...................... 150 (W) x 270 (H) x 178 (D) mm  
Weight ........................................................................... 2.0 kg  
Subwoofer .................. 80W (100Hz, 10% T.H.D., 8)  
DVD Player (Audio)Section  
S/N ratio ........................................................... 115 dB (EIAJ)  
Dynamic range ................................................. 100 dB (EIAJ)  
Distortion ................................................................. 0.004%  
Frequency response  
Rear speaker  
Enclosure .................................... Closed-box bookshelf type  
System.................................................. 8.7 cm 1-way system  
Speaker .................................................. 8.7 cm (cone type)  
Nominal impedance ........................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency range ...................................... 120 to 20,000 Hz  
Max. input ..................................................................... 33 W  
Dimensions ......................... 115 (W) x 150 (H) x 96 (D) mm  
Weight ........................................................................... 0.8 kg  
48 kHz sampling .................................. 4 Hz to 22 kHz  
96 kHz sampling .................................. 4 Hz to 44 kHz  
Wow & flutter ................................. Below measurable levels  
( 0.001% W.PEAK)  
DVD Player (Video) Section  
Output level ................................................... 1 Vp-p (75 )  
Video Y output level ...................................... 1 Vp-p (75 )  
Video C output level............................... 286 mVp-p (75 )  
Center speaker  
Enclosure .................................... Closed-box bookshelf type  
(magnetically shielded †)  
System.................................................. 8.7 cm 1-way system  
Speaker ................................................. 8.7 cm (cone type)  
Nominal impedance ........................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency range ........................................ 80 to 20,000 Hz  
Max. input ..................................................................... 34 W  
Dimensions ...................... 370 (W) x 120 (H) x 130 (D) mm  
Weight ........................................................................... 1.8 kg  
DVD (Other jacks) Section  
Digital coaxial input (PCM/2/DTS)...... Coaxial connector  
Tuner Section  
FM tuner  
Frequency range.................... 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz  
Antenna ............................................. 75 unbalanced  
AM tuner  
Subwoofer  
Frequency range  
Enclosure .............................................. Bass reflex floor type  
System.................................................. 16 cm 1-way system  
Speaker ................................................... 16 cm (cone type)  
Nominal impedance ........................................................ 8 Ω  
Frequency range ...................................... 30 Hz to 2000 Hz  
Max. input ................................................................... 100 W  
Dimensions ..................... 190 (W) x 360 (H) x 327 (D) mm  
Weight ........................................................................... 4.8 kg  
............................ 531 kHz to 1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)  
........................ 530 kHz to 1,700 kHz (10 kHz step)  
Antenna ................................. loop antenna (supplied)  
Power Supply Section  
Power Requirements  
Multi voltage model  
.................. AC 110-127/220-230/240 V (Switchable)  
, 50/60 Hz  
European model ................... AC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz  
UK model ..................................... AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz  
Australian and New Zealand models  
...................................................... AC 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Antimagnetic design (EIAJ) speaker system conforms to the basic  
EIAJ standards.  
Supplied Items  
Remote control .................................................................... 1  
AA/R6P dry cell batteries ................................................... 2  
AM loop antenna ................................................................. 1  
FM antenna .......................................................................... 1  
Video cord (yellow) ............................................................. 1  
Power cord ............................................................................ 1  
................ 2 (Central and South America models only)  
Speaker cords  
Power consumption  
Flat blade 2-pin AC plug model ......................... 540 W  
Australian and New Zealand models .................. 139 W  
Except Flat blade 2-pin AC plug model and  
Australian and New Zealand models ................ 136 W  
Power consumption in standby mode ............................ 1 W  
5m (for front L-R speakers) ....................................... 2  
2m (for center speaker) ............................................. 1  
6m (for rear L-R speakers) ......................................... 2  
3m (for subwoofer) ................................................... 1  
Operating instructions ........................................................ 1  
Warranty card (European and Australian models only) .... 1  
Miscellaneous  
Dimensions  
European model and UK mode  
.............................. 420 (W) x 411.6 (D) x 150 (H) mm  
Except European model and UK mode  
.............................. 420 (W) x 410.4 (D) x 150 (H) mm  
Weight ........................................................................... 9.8 kg  
Power plug adapter (Central and South America models only) ....  
1
Note: Specifications and design subject to possible modification  
without notice, due improvements.  
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Switching the demo mode  
on/off  
When you first plug in this system the display shows a demo  
sequence. The demo will also start if the system is on in the  
DVD function but idle for more than 5 minutes. The demo  
will stop if you press any button except CD MODE on the  
main unit .  
To switch the demo mode off completely,  
press and hold CD MODE on the main unit  
for about 3 seconds while the demo is in  
progress.  
To switch the demo mode on, press and hold  
CD MODE on the main unit for about 3  
seconds while the system is in standby.  
Published by Pioneer Corporation.  
Copyright © 2001 Pioneer Corporation.  
All rights reserved.  
PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1, Meguro 1-Chome, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8654, Japan  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS [USA] INC.  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA, INC. 300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R OP2, Canada  
PIONEER EUROPE NV Haven 1087, Keetberglaan 1, B-9120 Melsele, Belgium TEL: 03/570.05.11  
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD. 178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia, TEL: [03] 9586-6300  
P.O. BOX 1540, Long Beach, California 90810-1540, U.S.A.  
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San Lorenzo 1009 3er Piso Desp. 302 Col. Del Valle Mexico D.F. C.P. 03100  
TEL: 5-688-52-90  
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