Aiwa DVD Player XD DV520 User Manual

DVD PLAYER  
PLATINA DVD  
XD-DV520  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES  
Owner’s record  
For your convenience, record the model number and serial  
number (you will find them on the rear of your set) in the  
space provided below . Please refer to them when you  
contact your Aiwa dealer in case of dif ficulty .  
Model No.  
Serial No. (Lot No.)  
En(English)  
E(Español)  
For assistance and information,  
call toll free 1-800-BUY-AIWA.  
(United States and Puerto Rico)  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
Introduction  
specified points (A-B Repeat) ................. 31  
Programmed playback .......................................... 32  
Disabling OSD........................................................ 33  
Changing the audio track ..................................... 34  
Displaying and changing subtitles...................... 35  
Playing back an MP3 disc .................................... 36  
Notes on MP3 discs ........................................ 36  
Glossary ........................................................... 36  
Playing back an MP3 disc .............................. 37  
Editing the MP3 Song Selection List ............ 37  
Using the command box ................................ 38  
Precautions ...............................................................2  
Before use .................................................................4  
About symbols .................................................. 4  
Supported disc formats ....................................4  
Disc-related terms..............................................5  
Notes on copyright ............................................5  
Handling discs....................................................6  
Cleaning discs ....................................................6  
Storing discs ......................................................6  
Handling the unit................................................6  
Cleaning the unit ................................................6  
Remote control .........................................................7  
Parts and controls ....................................................8  
Front panel ......................................................... 8  
Remote control .................................................. 9  
Display window ............................................... 10  
As Necessary  
Changing setup values ......................................... 40  
Basic operations ............................................. 40  
Language ......................................................... 41  
Subtitle ............................................................. 42  
TV aspect ......................................................... 42  
Audio set .......................................................... 44  
Digital out......................................................... 45  
Parental ............................................................ 46  
On screen ......................................................... 47  
Troubleshooting .................................................... 48  
Specifications ........................................................ 49  
Preparations  
Connections ........................................................... 11  
A Connecting to a TV only ..............................12  
B Connecting to a TV and an amplifier  
with a Digital In jack ...................................13  
C Connecting to a TV and an audio  
system .........................................................14  
D Connecting to a TV and an AV receiver  
equipped with a Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
decoder .......................................................15  
E Connecting to a TV and an AV receiver  
equipped with a DTS decoder ...................16  
F Connecting to a TV and an AV  
receiver with the Dolby Pro Logic  
Surround system ....................................... 17  
Connecting to a TV equipped with  
Features  
DVD provides a completely new dimension in video  
entertainment.  
Multi-language function*: You can select audio  
soundtracks and subtitles.  
Multi-angle function*: You can select a viewing angle  
of scenes shot from multiple camera angles and recorded  
on the disc.  
Parental lock function*: You can prevent playback of  
specified discs unsuitable for certain audiences.  
an S-video jack.......................................... 18  
Connecting to a TV or monitor with  
component video input connectors ....... 19  
Basic Operations  
* These functions dif fer depending on the DVD software.  
Playback ................................................................. 20  
Still (Pause)...................................................... 21  
Frame advance ................................................ 21  
Resuming playback ........................................ 21  
Fast forward and reverse ............................... 22  
Slow playback.................................................. 22  
Skipping ........................................................... 22  
Muting the sound ............................................ 22  
On Screen Display (OSD) menu .................... 23  
Detailed description of each OSD menu ...... 24  
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High quality digital audio and images  
The linear PCM sound of a 96 kHz/24 bit creates audio  
quality superior to that of audio CDs.  
Compatible with audio CDs, as well as DVDs  
MP3 playback  
Accessory checklist  
Remote control (1)  
Battery (installed in the remote control) (1)  
Audio/V ideo cord (1)  
Operating Instructions  
More Features  
Search ..................................................................... 26  
Title search ...................................................... 26  
Chapter/track search ...................................... 27  
Time search ..................................................... 27  
Mark search ..................................................... 28  
Zooming and changing the angle........................ 29  
Zooming the picture ....................................... 29  
Changing the angle......................................... 29  
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BEFORE USE  
Please read the following before operating the unit.  
Supported disc formats  
This unit can play discs with the following marks only  
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About symbols  
Although this unit can play DVDs, audio CDs or MP3 discs,  
some of the functions are restricted dependent on the type  
of disc.  
DVD  
(8 cm disc/12 cm disc)  
The following symbols are used to make distinction.  
Playback of MP3 discs is dif ferent from that of other kinds  
of discs. For information about playing back MP3 discs,  
see page 36.  
Audio CD  
(8 cm disc/12 cm disc)  
:
:
Shows the function or the display for only  
DVDs.  
This unit can play a DVD-R recorded in V ideo mode.  
In addition, this unit can play a CD-R or CD-R W that  
contains audio titles or MP3 files.  
Shows the function or the display for only  
audio CDs.  
NOTES  
No symbols: The function works for DVDs and audio CDs.  
• The unit can play DVD-R discs recorded in V ideo mode  
only. DVD-R discs recorded in VR (V ideo Recording)  
mode cannot be played on the unit.  
• Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment,  
some DVD-R discs cannot be played on the unit even if  
they have been recorded in V ideo mode.  
• Some DVD-R discs cannot be played on the unit due to  
scratches on the surface or warp, etc.  
• Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment  
or the CD-R/R W disc itself, some CD-R/R W discs cannot  
be played on the unit.  
• The unit cannot play the CD-R/R W discs that contain no  
data, or contain dif ferent kinds of formatted data other  
than MP3.  
For more information about MP3, see page 36.  
• Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled  
side or the recorded side) of a disc.  
• Do not use irregular shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or  
octagonal). It may result in malfunctions.  
Notes on color format  
The materials for DVD discs are recorded in the P AL and  
NTSC color format.  
Select DVDs recorded in NTSC color format.  
Notes on DVDs  
Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally  
fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs  
according to disc content designed by the software  
manufacturer , some playback features of the unit may not  
be available, or other functions may be added.  
Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs.  
Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played  
on the unit.  
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Region code of the DVD player and DVDs  
Notes on copyright  
It is forbidden by law to copy , broadcast, show , broadcast  
via cable, play in public, or rent copyright material without  
permission.  
This product features the copy protection function  
developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are  
recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the  
pictures of these discs on a VCR, the picture noise will  
appear.  
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.  
This DVD player is designed and manufactured for playback  
of region "1" encoded DVD software. The region code on  
the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of player  
can play those discs. This unit can play only DVD discs  
labeled "1" or "ALL". If you try to play any other discs, the  
message "Invalid region disc" will appear on the  
TV screen.  
Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even  
though their playback is prohibited by area limits.  
Note on DTS-encoded CDs  
When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be  
exhibited from the analog stereo outputs.  
To avoid possible  
damage to the audio system, turn down the volume before  
playing back such discs, adjust the volume gradually  
keep the volume level low . To enjoy DTS Digital Surround  
playback, an external 5.1 channel DTS Digital Surround  
decoder system must be connected to the digital output of  
the unit.  
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Disc-related terms  
Title (DVD only)  
The longest section of a picture or a musical piece on a  
DVD, a movie for a picture piece on video software, or an  
album for a musical piece on audio software. Each title is  
assigned a title number enabling you to locate the title you  
want.  
Chapter (DVD only)  
Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller  
than titles.  
A title is composed of several chapters. Each chapter is  
assigned a chapter number , enabling you to locate the  
chapter you want. Depending on the disc, no chapters may  
be recorded.  
Track (audio CD only)  
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Sections of a musical piece on an audio CD. Each track is  
assigned a track number , enabling you to locate the track  
you want.  
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BEFORE USE (CONTINUED)  
Handling discs  
Storing discs  
Do not touch the playback side of the disc.  
Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get  
on the surface.  
After playing, store the disc in its case.  
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat,  
or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as  
there may be a considerable temperature increase inside  
the car .  
Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.  
Cleaning discs  
Handling the unit  
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture  
quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc  
with a clean cloth. W ipe the disc from the center out.  
When shipping the unit  
The original shipping carton and packing materials come  
in handy . For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it  
was originally packed at the factory  
.
When setting the unit  
The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may  
be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit  
away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn of f the unit after  
removing the disc.  
To keep the surface clean  
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray  
the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact  
with the unit for a long period of time.  
on the surface.  
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,  
thinner , commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray  
intended for analog records.  
, near  
They will leave marks  
Cleaning the unit  
To clean the cabinet  
Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty  
use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent  
solution. Do not use strong solvents, such as alcohol,  
benzine, or thinner , as these might damage the surface of  
the unit.  
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To obtain a clear picture  
The DVD player is a high-tech, precision device. If the  
optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn  
down, the picture quality will be poor  
.
Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended  
after every 1,000 hours of use. (This depends on the  
operating environment.)  
For details, please contact your Aiwa dealer .  
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REMOTE CONTROL  
Before using the remote control  
CAUTION  
A battery (CR2025) is already installed in the remote control  
when shipped from the factory  
Remove the insulating tape from the battery holder by  
pulling its end as shown below  
Lithium battery (CR2025) for the remote control  
Replace the battery with Hitachi Maxell or Panasonic,  
Part No. CR2025 only . Use of another battery may  
present a risk of fire or explosion.  
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The battery may explode if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
• Do not keep metallic objects such as rings, bracelets,  
and keys near the battery . They may cause the battery  
to short circuit.  
• After removing the battery , be sure to keep it out of  
reach of children. If it is swallowed, consult a doctor  
immediately .  
When to replace the battery  
The maximum operating distance between the remote  
control and the remote sensor of the unit is approximately  
7 meters. If the operating range decreases, replace the  
battery with a new one.  
How to replace the battery  
Insert a ballpoint pen or similar pointed tool in the notch of  
the battery holder at the bottom, and then slide out the  
battery holder . Place a new battery (CR2025) into the  
battery holder with correct polarity . Finally , push the holder  
back into position.  
NOTES  
• When operating with the remote control, point the top of  
the remote control toward the DVD player  
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• If the unit is not going to be used for an extended period  
of time, remove the battery to prevent possible electrolyte  
leakage.  
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• The remote control may not operate correctly when:  
- There is an intense light, such as sunlight, in the line  
of sight between the remote control and the DVD player  
- There is fluorescent lighting near the remote sensor  
- Other remote controls are used nearby (those of a  
set, etc.).  
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PARTS AND CONTROLS  
The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the buttons on the remote control. Buttons on the main unit with the same  
names as those on the remote control can be used as well.  
Front panel  
1
2
3
4
5 6  
0
9 8  
7
16STANDBY indicator  
7aPAUSE button  
Lights in red when the unit is in standby mode.  
Press to pause playback.  
2POWER button  
8s STOP button  
Press to turn on and of f the unit.  
Press to stop playing back a disc.  
3Disc tray  
9c PLAY button  
Loading and removing discs.  
Press to start playback.  
4z OPEN/CLOSE button  
0Display window  
Press to open and close the disc tray  
.
Displays the information of the unit’ s status.  
5rbutton  
Presstoreturntothebeginningofthecurrentorprevious  
chapter/track.  
6tbutton  
Press to skip to the next chapter/track.  
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Remote control  
!MARK button  
Press to display the mark menu during play  
.
@OK c button  
1
• Press to start playback.  
• Press to confirm the selected item in the setup menu.  
!
2
3
#ON SCREEN button  
Press to enter and exit from the On Screen Display  
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@
#
$j/lbuttons  
4
5
• Press l to slow forward a disc. Press j to slow  
reverse a disc.  
$
%
• Press to navigate through the On Screen Display , or  
change the value in the setup menu.  
6
7
%EXIT button  
8
9
^
&
Press to exit from menus or On Screen Display  
^abutton  
Press to pause playback.  
&sbutton  
Press to stop playing back a disc.  
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1POWER button  
Press to turn on and of f the unit.  
2Number buttons  
Press to select a track or title directly  
.
3gbuttons  
• Press to fast forward a disc.  
• Press to select an item in the setup menu.  
4TOP MENU button  
Press to display the title menu if present on the disc.  
5MENU button  
• Press to display the disc menu during play  
• Press to display the setup menu in stop mode.  
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6fbutton  
• Press to fast reverse a disc.  
• Press to select an item in the setup menu.  
7AUDIO button  
• Press to display the language/sound menu icon.  
• Press to display the program menu.  
8rbutton  
Presstoreturntothebeginningofthecurrentorprevious  
chapter/track.  
9tbutton  
Press to skip to the next chapter/track.  
0MUTE button  
Press to mute and unmute the sound.  
CONTINUE  
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PARTS AND CONTROLS (CONTINUED)  
Display window  
This unit shows On Screen Display messages on the screen of the  
of the unit.  
TV connected to the unit, as well as the display window  
The On Screen Display of each operation makes operation simple and easy  
when you press the ON SCREEN button on the remote control.  
, especially when playing DVDs. They appear  
The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the On Screen Display messages.  
1
2
3
4
PBC  
TITLE  
AB  
ALL  
ANGLE  
RAND PROG  
VCD  
CHAPTER  
8
7
6
5
cindicator  
Lights in playback mode.  
Time counter  
1
5
• Indicates the elapsed time of the chapter or track.  
• Indicates the total playing time of a CD, in stop mode.  
(The total playing time is not displayed when other  
kinds of discs stopped.)  
aindicator  
Lights in pause mode.  
DVD indicator  
Lights when a DVD is loaded.  
2
3
Operating status indicator  
Rotates when loading and playing back a disc.  
6
7
A-B indicator  
CHAPTER indicator  
Indicates A-B repeat play mode (when playing a desired  
portion of a track repeatedly).  
• Indicates the chapter number being played during DVD  
playback.  
ALL indicator  
Indicates all track repeat play mode.  
Indicates a total number of tracks in stop mode, or the  
track number being played during playback of a CD.  
indicator  
TITLE indicator  
Indicates the title number being played during DVD  
playback.  
8
Indicates one track repeat play mode.  
ANGLE indicator  
Lights when a multi-angle scene is played.  
4
RAND indicator  
Lights during random playback.  
PROG indicator  
Lights during programmed playback.  
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CONNECTIONS  
Before connecting, identify your type of audio equipment or  
TV referring to the following chart.  
Then, decide the connection  
and the setup procedure accordingly  
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NOTES  
• The unit cannot be connected to a TV which is not equipped with a video input connector  
• Use a commercially available stereo-monaural audio cord when connecting to a monaural  
.
TV.  
Audio system to be connected  
Input jack of equipment to  
be connected to the unit  
Connection type  
None (only a TV is connected)  
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A on page 12  
B on page 13  
C on page 14  
D on page 15  
F on page 17  
E on page 16  
A stereo system or an amplifier  
Digital input jack  
Analog audio input jacks (L/R)  
Digital input jack  
An AV receiver equipped with Dolby Digital decoder or a  
Dolby Pro Logic decoder  
Analog audio input jacks (L/R)  
Digital input jack  
An AV receiver equipped with DTS decoder  
When your TV is equipped with an S-video input jack, see page 18.  
When your TV is equipped with component video input jacks, see page 19.  
Before making connections  
NOTES  
• If picture noise appears while playing copy-protected  
DVDs, connect the unit directly to a TV. Do not connect  
through a VCR, TV/VCR, or AV selector .  
• For speaker connection, refer to the instructions of the  
AV receiver .  
• Connect the AC cords of the unit and any external  
equipment last, after finishing all other connections.  
• Insert the plugs completely into the jacks. Loose  
connections may produce a humming sound or other  
noise interference.  
• Refer to the instructions of the connected equipment.  
CAUTION  
Do not set "Dolby Digital" to "Bitstream", and "DTS" to  
"Bitstream" in the setup menu when connecting to an  
receivernotequippedwithaDolbyDigitaldecoderorDTS  
decoder (with a coaxial connecting cord).  
AV  
Merely attempting to play a DVD may cause a screeching  
noise which could be harmful to your ears and damage  
the speakers. In such a case, be sure to select "PCM" in  
"DigitalOut".  
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CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)  
A Connecting to a TV only  
Rear of the TV  
to the video input jack (yellow)  
to the audio input jacks (Left/white, Right/red)  
yellow  
Audio/video cord (supplied)  
white  
red  
yellow  
to AUDIO OUT  
L (white)/R (red)  
jacks  
to VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 jack (yellow)  
Rear of the unit  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAXIAL  
to an AC outlet  
Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
Set the "TV Aspect" of the setup menu according to the  
connected to the unit as follows:  
TV  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
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B Connecting to a TV and an amplifier with a Digital In jack  
Use a commercially available 75 ohm coaxial cord when connecting the unit to an  
supplied Audio/video cord is also available instead of a coaxial cord.  
AV amplifier with a Digital In jack. The  
TV  
to the video input jack (yellow)  
yellow  
Audio/video cord (supplied)  
yellow  
to VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 jack (yellow)  
Rear of the unit  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAAL  
to DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL jack  
to an AC outlet  
Coaxial cord (not supplied)  
to the digital input jack  
Front speaker (L)  
Front speaker (R)  
Amplifier with a Digital In jack  
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Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
Set the "TV Aspect" and "Digital out" of the setup menu  
according to the audio equipment and  
unit as follows:  
TV connected to the  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
Digital out  
"Dolby Digital" to "PCM"  
"DTS" to "Off"  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
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CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)  
C Connecting to a TV and an audio system  
TV  
yellow  
to the video input jack (yellow)  
Video cord (not supplied)  
yellow  
Rear of the unit  
to VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 jack (yellow)  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAXIAL  
to AUDIO OUT L (white)/ R (red) jacks  
red  
white  
to an AC outlet  
Audio/video cord (supplied)  
to audio input jacks (Left/white, Right/red)  
Audio system  
Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
Set the "TV Aspect" of the setup menu according to the  
connected to the unit as follows:  
TV  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
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D Connecting to a TV and an AV receiver equipped with a Dolby Digital (AC-3)  
decoder  
Use either a commercially available optical cord or a 75 ohm coaxial cord when connecting this unit to an  
a Digital In jack. The supplied Audio/video cord is also available instead of a coaxial cord.  
AV receiver with  
TV  
to the video input jack (yellow)  
yellow  
Audio/video cord (supplied)  
yellow  
Rear of the unit  
to VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 jack (yellow)  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAIAL  
to DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL jacks  
to an AC outlet  
Coaxial cord (not supplied)  
Receiver equipped with  
a Dolby Digital decoder  
Front speaker (L)  
Front speaker (R)  
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Surround speaker (L)  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
Surround speaker (R)  
CAUTION  
When connecting an AV receiver not equipped with a Dolby  
Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
Set the "TV Aspect" and "Digital out" of the setup menu  
Digital decoder using a coaxial connecting cord,  
set "Dolby Digital" to "Bitstream" in "Digital out" of the  
setup menu.  
do not  
according to the audio equipment and  
unit as follows:  
TV connected to the  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
Merely attempting to play a DVD may cause a screeching  
noise which could be harmful to your ears and damage the  
speakers. In such a case, be sure to set "Dolby Digital" to  
"PCM" in "Digital Out".  
Digital out  
"Dolby Digital" to "Bitstream"  
"DTS" to "Off"  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
CONTINUE  
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CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)  
E Connecting to a TV and an AV receiver equipped with a DTS decoder  
Use a commercially available 75 ohm coaxial cord when connecting the unit to an  
supplied Audio/video cord is also available instead of a coaxial cord.  
AV receiver with a Digital In jack. The  
TV  
to the video input jack (yellow)  
yellow  
Audio/video cord (supplied)  
yellow  
to VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 jack (yellow)  
Rear of the unit  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAL  
to DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL jacks  
to an AC outlet  
Coaxial cord (not supplied)  
Receiver equipped  
with a DTS decoder  
Front speaker (L)  
Front speaker (R)  
Surround speaker (L)  
Center speaker  
Subwoofer  
Surround speaker (R)  
CAUTION  
When connecting an AV receiver not equipped with a DTS  
decoder using a coaxial connecting cord, do not set "DTS"  
to "Bitstream" in "Digital out" of the setup menu.  
Merely attempting to play a DVD may cause a screeching  
noise which could be harmful to your ears and damage the  
Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
Set the "TV Aspect" and "Digital out" of the setup menu  
according to the audio equipment and  
unit as follows:  
TV connected to the  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
speakers. In such a case, be sure to set "DTS" to "Of  
"Digital Out".  
f" in  
Digital out  
"Dolby Digital" to "PCM"  
"DTS" to "Bitstream"  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
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TV  
yellow  
to the video input jack (yellow)  
yellow  
Video cord (not supplied)  
to VIDEO OUT 1 or 2 jack (yellow)  
Rear of the unit  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAXIAL  
to AUDIO OUT L (white)/ R (red) jacks  
red  
white  
to an AC outlet  
Audio/video cord (supplied)  
Receiver equipped  
with Dolby Pro  
Logic decoder  
to the audio input jacks  
(Left/white, Right/red)  
Front speaker (L)  
Front speaker (R)  
En  
Center speaker  
Surround speaker (L)  
Surround speaker (R)  
Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
Set the "TV Aspect" and "Digital out" of the setup menu  
according to the audio equipment and  
unit as follows:  
TV connected to the  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
Digital out  
"Dolby Digital" to "Bitstream"  
"DTS" to "Off"  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
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Connecting to a TV equipped with an S-video jack  
Rear of the TV  
S-video input connector (S1, S2)  
S-video cord (not supplied)  
to S-VIDEO OUT connector  
Rear of the unit  
COMPONENT  
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAXIAL  
to an AC outlet  
Set the setup menu correctly after connecting!  
NOTE  
For the best possible picture clarity , it is recommended that  
an S (separate) video cord (not supplied) be used when  
connecting the unit to a TV equipped with an S-video input  
terminal.  
Set the "TV Aspect" of the setup menu according to the  
connected to the unit as follows:  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
TV  
TV Aspect  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
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Connecting to a TV or monitor with component video input connectors  
TV or monitor  
to video input jacks (Y/C B/CR  
)
Video cables (not supplied)  
to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/CB/CR) jacks  
Rear of the unit  
COMPONENT  
VIDEO OUT  
AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT  
DIGITAL OUT  
Y
L
1
2
CB  
R
CR  
COAXIAL  
to an AC outlet  
En  
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Component video output jacks (CB/CR/Y)  
The component video output jacks output the dif  
color signals (C B/CR) and luminance signal (Y)  
separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing  
colors.  
Set the "TV Aspect" of the setup menu according to the  
connected to the unit as follows:  
(See "CHANGING SETUP VALUES" on page 40 for details.)  
TV  
ferent  
TV Aspect  
The description of the component video output  
connectors may dif fer depending on the connected TV  
or monitor (e.g. P B/PR/Y, CB/CR/Y, B-Y/R-Y/Y, etc.). Refer  
When your TV is a conventional-screen size TV:  
L-BOX or P-SCAN  
When your TV is a wide-screen size TV:  
16:9  
to the operating instructions of the  
TV for details.  
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PLAYBACK  
Getting ready to play  
• Turn on the TV, and set its video source (V ideo 1, Video  
2, Video 3, etc.) to the one connected to the unit.  
• Turn on the audio equipment connected to the unit. Set  
its input source to the one connected to the unit.  
6STANDBY  
indicator  
1 3 2,4  
r t  
Press POWER.  
1
The unit turns on and the 6STANDBY indicator turns of f.  
The "  
" screen appears on the TV screen.  
c
s
a
Press zOPEN/CLOSE.  
2
The disc tray opens.  
PBC 1L 2R  
D
AB  
ALL  
ANGLE  
RAND PROG  
VCD  
TITLE  
CHAPTER  
1
Number  
buttons  
OKc  
j,l  
MENU  
f,g  
Load a disc.  
3
a
Place a disc in the tray guides (depressed area) with the  
label side facing up. When loading an 8-cm disc, place it in  
the inner depression.  
r,t  
s
MUTE  
Press zOPEN/CLOSE.  
4
The disc tray closes, and the unit automatically starts  
playing the disc.  
If playback does not start, press OK c.  
About the  
symbol display  
PBC 1L 2R  
D
AB  
ALL  
ANGLE  
RAND PROG  
VCD  
TITLE  
CHAPTER  
• The  
symbol will be displayed on the TV screen if  
you press a button which cannot be used or enter an  
incorrect number .  
• Some DVD discs may have places where pressing of  
the STOP, SKIP, or other buttons is not allowed. The  
mark will be displayed on the TV screen if you  
press a button that is not allowed in such a place.  
PBC 1L 2R  
TITLE  
D
AB  
A L  
ANGLE  
RAND PROG  
L
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When the menu screen is displayed  
Still (Pause)  
The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a  
DVD which contains a menu.  
Press a during playback.  
Use the j/l/f/g buttons to select the title/chapter  
you want to view , then press OK cto start playback.  
Press TOP MENU or MENU to return to the menu screen.  
To return to normal playback  
Press OK c.  
You can also press ato return to normal playback.  
To stop playback  
Press s.  
Frame advance  
To turn the power off  
Press POWER on the remote control. The unit enters power  
standby mode and the 6STANDBY indicator turns red.  
Press a during pause.  
If the unit is left for 20 minutes without any  
operations  
The unit automatically enters standby mode.  
Each time you press the button, the program advances one  
frame. There is no audio during Frame Advance playback.  
To return to normal playback  
NOTE  
Press OK c.  
The disc continues to spin while the menu screen is  
displayed. When you are finished using the unit, turn the  
power of f after pressing s.  
Resuming playback  
The unit remembers the point where you stopped the disc  
and you can resume playback from that point.  
Press OK c in stop mode.  
To clear the resume point  
Press sagain after you stop the disc.  
The resume point is also cleared when you press  
zOPEN/  
CLOSE to open the disc tray , or POWER to turn the power  
off.  
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PLAYBACK (CONTINUED)  
Fast forward and reverse  
Skipping  
Press g or f during playback.  
Press r or t.  
There are 4 speeds for DVD and 3 speeds for audio CD.  
To skip to the next chapter or track: t  
The disc position advances one chapter or track each time  
the button is pressed.  
Each press increases the speed as shown below  
.
To return to the previous chapter or track:  
r
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
Pressing ronce skips to the beginning of the chapter  
(track) currently being played, and pressing  
to the previous chapter (track).  
rtwice skips  
To skip to the desired track directly using  
the number buttons  
To return to normal playback  
Press OK c.  
During playback or in stop mode, enter the desired track  
number using the number buttons on the remote control.  
Example:  
To play track 3  
Press 3 and press OKc.  
To play track 20  
Press 2, 0 and press OKc.  
NOTE  
Example:  
There is no audio during DVD playback.  
Playback starts from the beginning of the selected track.  
Slow playback  
Muting the sound  
Press MUTE.  
Press l or j during playback.  
There are 4 speeds and each press reduces the speed as  
shown below .  
The sound is muted, but the play continues.  
To unmute the sound, press MUTE again.  
1
2
3
4
To return to normal playback  
Press OK c.  
NOTES  
• There is no audio during slow playback.  
• Subtitles do not appear on the TV screen during slow  
playback.  
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On Screen Display (OSD) menu  
The general playback status can be displayed on the  
screen. Some items can be changed on the menu.  
TV  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
Press j/lto select the desired item.  
For DVD, press t to go to the second part of the On  
Screen Display menu, and rto return to the first part.  
Alternatively , press l at the end of the first part to go to  
the second part, and press jat the beginning of the second  
part to return to the first part.  
The currently selected item is highlighted.  
1
Press f/g to select the desired  
2,3  
3
setting.  
EXIT  
The number buttons can also be used for setting numbers  
(e.g., title number). For some functions, press  
execute the setting.  
OK c to  
To turn off the OSD menu  
Press ON SCREEN or EXIT.  
NOTE  
If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the OSD menu  
disappears.  
Examples of On Screen Display (OSD) menu  
(The OSD menu may dif fer depending on the disc contents.)  
1st part  
2nd part  
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Detailed description of each OSD menu  
Each item shows its current status and can be changed on the OSD menu. For details of the functions or optional settings,  
refer to the page in parentheses.  
Items  
Show the current selected item  
Function  
Title number  
Skip to the desired title  
(Title search on page 26)  
Chapter number  
Skip to the desired chapter  
(Chapter/track search on page 27)  
Elapsed playing time  
Search the point by the elapsed time directly  
(Time search on page 27)  
Audio soundtrack language and channel  
number  
Change the setting (page 34)  
Subtitle language  
Angle number  
On Screen message  
A-B repeat  
Change the setting (page 35)  
Change the angle (pae 29)  
Turn on/of f the On Screen message (page 33)  
Repeat a specified portion (page 31)  
Zoom in and out (page 29)  
Zoom-in/out  
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Items  
Show the current selected item  
Function  
Track number  
Skip to the desired track  
(Chapter/track search on page 27)  
Elapsed playing time  
A-B repeat  
Search the point by the elapsed time directly  
(Time search on page 27)  
Repeat a specified portion (page 31)  
1 track repeat/all tracks repeat  
Random play  
Repeat a track or whole disc (page 30)  
Turn on/of f the random play mode (pae 30)  
Turn on/of f the On Screen message (page 33)  
On Screen message  
NOTE  
Some discs may not provide all of the above OSD menu.  
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SEARCH  
Title search  
Number  
buttons  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
MARK  
Press j/l to select the Title icon.  
ON SCREEN  
OKc  
j,l  
f,g  
Press f/g to enter the desired  
title number.  
3
• The number buttons can also be used to select the  
desired number .  
Example:  
Example:  
To play title number 2  
Press 2.  
To play title number 10  
Press 1, 0.  
This unit provides 4 types of DVD searches.  
Press OK c.  
4
Playback of the specified title starts.  
Title search  
NOTE  
Specifies a title number .  
If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the OSD menu  
disappears.  
Chapter/track search  
Specifies a chapter or track number  
.
Time search  
Specifies the elapsed time of the desired position.  
Mark search  
Specifies the marked point.  
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Chapter/track search  
Time search  
When the elapsed time is displayed during playback, you  
can specify a time on the disc to locate the desired position.  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
Press j/l to select the Chapter/  
Track icon.  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
Press j/l to select the Time icon.  
2
Press f/g to enter the desired  
chapater or track number.  
3
Use the number buttons to enter the  
time of the desired position.  
3
• The number buttons can also be used to select the  
desired number .  
Example:  
To start play at 1 hour , 17 minutes, 30 seconds  
(1:17:30)  
Example:  
Example:  
To play chapter/track number 2  
Press 2.  
To play chapter/track number 17  
Press 1, 7.  
Press 1, 1, 7, 3, then 0.  
To start play at 8 minutes 7 seconds (0:08:07)  
Press 0, 0, 8, 0, then 7.  
Example:  
Press OK c.  
Press OK c.  
4
4
Playback starts from the specified position (time).  
Playback of the specified chapter/track starts.  
NOTES  
NOTES  
• Time search does not work if you specify a time longer  
than the length of the disc.  
• Time search may not work with some discs even if the  
elapsed time is displayed.  
• Chapter search does not work on DVDs with no chapters  
recorded.  
• Chapter search will not work if you specify a chapter  
number which does not exist on the disc.  
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SEARCH (CONTINUED)  
To start play from the marked point  
Mark search  
Press MARK during playback.  
1
Playback can restart from the marked point.  
Up to 10 points can be marked within the same disc.  
To mark a desired point  
Press MARK at the desired point  
during playback.  
1
The picture enters the pause mode and the following screen  
appears.  
Press j/lto select the desired mark  
number.  
2
Press j/lto select the desired mark  
number.  
2
Press OK c.  
3
Playback resumes from the selected marked point.  
NOTES  
• Mark search may not work with multi-angle scenes or  
portions where subtitles are recorded.  
• All the marked points are cleared when the power is  
turned of f or the disc tray is opened and closed.  
Press g and then OK c.  
3
The point is memorized.  
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ZOOMING AND CHANGING THE ANGLE  
Press OK c repeatedly.  
4
Each time the button is pressed, the magnification changes  
as shown below .  
×2  
×0.5  
×1  
When the selection is completed, press  
EXIT to turn of f the On Screen Display menu.  
ON SCREEN or  
ON SCREEN  
OKc  
j,l  
f,g  
NOTES  
EXIT  
• The zoom function may not work for some DVDs.  
• The zoom function may not work on multi-angle scenes.  
t
Changing the angle  
When playing a DVD with multi-angles scenes  
(photographed from several dif ferent angles), you can select  
the angle you want to view  
.
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
Zooming the picture  
Press t to go to the second part  
of the On Screen Display menu.  
This function allows you to zoom-in (x2) and zoom-out (x0.5)  
the picture.  
The Angle icon is selected.  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
Press t to go to the second part  
2
of the On Screen Display menu.  
Press f/g to select the desired  
angle number.  
3
Press l to select the Zoom icon.  
En  
3
Press OK c.  
4
Tip  
The total number of angles recorded on the DVD appears  
on the DVD case within the following symbol.  
3
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RANDOM AND REPEAT PLAYBACK  
Repeat playback  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
Press j/l to select the Repeat icon.  
OKc  
j,l  
ON SCREEN  
EXIT  
t
Press OK c repeatedly to select the  
repeat mode.  
3
Each time the button is pressed, the repeat mode changes  
as follows.  
"
"
" (one track repeat)  
ALL" (whole disc repeat)  
Normal playback  
Random playback  
When the selection is completed, press  
ON SCREEN or  
EXIT to turn of f the On Screen Display menu.  
Press ON SCREEN during playback or  
in stop mode.  
1
2
Press j/l to select the Random  
icon.  
Press OK c to turn on the random  
function.  
3
The "RAND" indicator lights in the display window  
.
If you pressed ON SCREEN in stop mode at step 1, press  
ON SCREEN or EXIT to turn of f the On Screen Display  
menu, and press OK c to start random play .  
To resume normal playback  
Repeat the above procedure to turn of f the random function.  
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Repeating a portion between two  
specified points (A-B Repeat)  
You can select a portion of a track to be repeated.  
portion to be repeated cannot span a track boundary  
must be within a single track.  
The  
, but  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
For DVD: Press t to go to the  
second part of the On Screen Display  
menu, and press l to select the A-B  
Repeat icon.  
For CD: Press j/l to select the A-B  
Repeat icon.  
Press OK c at the starting point (A)  
of the section you want to repeat.  
3
4
5
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to select the A-  
B repeat icon.  
Press OK c again at the ending point  
(B) of the section you want to repeat.  
The unit returns to point A and plays the section between  
A and B repeatedly .  
To return to the normal playback  
Select the A-B repeat icon and press OK c.  
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At the portion of the disc recorded in multi-angle, the unit  
may play a section other than you selected for  
playback.  
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PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK  
Press l.  
3
OKc  
j,l  
f,g  
AUDIO  
r,t  
Press f/g to select the next  
track number.  
4
5
6
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to select another  
track.  
Press OK c.  
The selected tracks are memorized.  
You can select up to 30 tracks, and play them in  
programmed order .  
Press OK c to start playback.  
7
Press AUDIO in stop mode.  
1
To skip tracks  
Press r or t repeatedly . Playback skips to the  
previous or succeeding tracks within the program setting.  
The program menu screen appears on the TV screen.  
To clear all the program settings  
Press AUDIO in stop mode to call up the program menu  
screen, and press jrepeatedly until the first track in the  
program is deleted. Then press OK c.  
Press f/g to select the desired  
track number.  
2
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DISABLING OSD  
You can inhibit the command responses in the top corner  
of the TV screen which appears momentarily when you  
press a button.  
Press ON SCREEN.  
1
For DVD: Press t to go to the  
2
OKc  
j,l  
second part of the On Screen Display  
ON SCREEN  
EXIT  
menu, and press l to select the ON  
SCREEN icon.  
For CD: Press j/l to select the ON  
SCREEN icon.  
t
Press OK c so that "OFF" is  
displayed.  
3
Press ON SCREEN or EXIT to turn off  
the On Screen Display menu.  
4
To turn on the OSD  
Repeat the above and select "ON" at step 3.  
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CHANGING THE AUDIO TRACK  
Some discs have more than one audio track, such as  
soundtracks with dif ferent languages. While playing such a  
disc, the audio track can be changed to play the dif  
soundtracks.  
ferent  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
f,g  
j,l  
ON SCREEN  
EXIT  
Press j/l to select the Language/  
Sound icon.  
Press f/g to select the desired  
language and sound channel.  
3
Press ON SCREEN or EXIT to turn off  
the On Screen Display menu.  
4
• When playing a DVD with soundtracks in multiple  
languages, the audio will automatically be played in  
the designated language set in the setup menu (page  
41). If that language is not on the disc, the original  
language for the disc is selected.  
• The audio track may only be changed for discs which  
contain multiple audio tracks.  
• The number of audio tracks available dif fers from disc  
to disc.  
Tip  
The total number of soundtracks on the DVD appears on  
the DVD case within the following symbol.  
3
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DISPLAYING AND CHANGING SUBTITLES  
When playing DVD discs which contain subtitles, you can  
display the subtitles on the screen or change the language  
of the subtitles.  
Press ON SCREEN during playback.  
1
2
f,g  
j,l  
Press j/lto select the Subtitle icon.  
ON SCREEN  
EXIT  
Press f/g to select the desired  
language.  
3
Press ON SCREEN or EXIT to turn off  
the On Screen Display menu.  
4
To cancel the Subtitles  
Select "Of f" at step 3 above.  
• The subtitle is displayed in the designated language  
set in the set up menu (page 41). If that language is  
not on the disc, the original language for the disc is  
selected.  
NOTE  
When playing a disc supporting closed captions, the subtitle  
and the closed captions may overlap each other on the  
TV  
• Subtitles may only be changed with discs which  
contain more than one set of subtitles.  
• The number of subtitle languages dif fers depending  
on the disc.  
screen. In this case, turn the subtitle setting of  
f.  
Tip  
The total number of subtitle languages on the DVD appears  
on the DVD case within the following symbol.  
2
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PLAYING BACK AN MP3 DISC  
The unit can play back MP3s recorded on CD-ROM, CD-R  
Notes on creating MP3 discs  
or CD-RW discs.  
Before playing back an MP3 disc, read the following notes.  
• When converting audio data to MP3  
Create MP3 files with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz  
and a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps.  
• When creating MP3 discs  
Do not store more than 900 albums and/or tracks in a  
disc.  
Notes on MP3 discs  
To play tracks in the order they were recorded  
1. Use a writing software capable of recording MP3 tracks  
(files) in numerical and alphabetical order . For details  
on using the software, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the software.  
An MP3 file stores audio data compressed using MPEG1,  
the audio layer-3 file-coding scheme.  
In this manual, we refer to what, in PC terminology  
called "folders" and "files" as "albums" and "tracks".  
, are  
2. Use only one album. (Do not create a sub-album within  
an album.)  
3. Include a two or three-digit number at the beginning  
of each album or track name so that the albums and  
Notes on playing MP3s  
• An MP3 track must be recorded on a disc in the format  
compliant with ISO 9660. Note however , that the unit may  
not play tracks in the order they were recorded.  
• The maximum allowable number of tracks and/or albums  
in a disc is 900, including the root albums (directory).  
• The maximum allowable depth of a nested folder is 127,  
including files.  
• If a disc contains audio tracks and MP3 tracks, the unit  
cannot play it.  
• As for multi-session discs, the unit can play up to 20  
sessions.  
• The unit can play only MP3 tracks which were converted  
with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz and a fixed bit  
rate of 128 kbps.  
• The unit may not play MP3 tracks recorded using a packet  
writing utility .  
tracks are played in order  
.
<Example of recommended name structure>  
01XXXXX.mp3  
02XXXXX.mp3  
03XXXXX.mp3  
04XXXXX.mp3  
05XXXXX.mp3  
<Avoid using the following structure>  
1XXXXX.mp3  
5XXXXX.mp3  
10XXXXX.mp3  
15XXXXX.mp3  
20XXXXX.mp3  
(The beginning numbers determine the order , therefore  
the tracks shown above will be played in wrong order  
i.e., "1", "10", "15", "20", and "5".)  
• The unit can play only MP3 tracks having a file extension  
".mp3".  
,
• It may take 30 seconds or more before the unit can start  
play of MP3 tracks, depending on the number of recorded  
tracks and the complexity of the album tree.  
• If you play a non-MP3 track that has the ".mp3" file  
extension, it will skip to the next valid track automatically  
• Digital recordings with this unit cannot be done while  
playing back MP3 discs.  
Glossary  
.
File extension:  
A 3-character string added to a file name under the  
Windows or DOS environment is called a "file extension".  
Notes on display indications during playback  
• Up to 8 characters are displayed for the name of an album  
or track.  
A file extension is used mainly to identify types of files.  
file extension for MP3 files is ".mp3".  
The  
• Characters other than uppercase letters ("A" to "Z"),  
numerals ("0" to "9") and underscore ("_") may not be  
displayed, or may be displayed in dif ferent characters.  
• The elapsed playing time may not be displayed correctly  
for MP3 tracks.  
ISO 9660:  
ISO stands for the "International Organization for  
Standardization". ISO 9660 determines the file structure  
for the CD-ROMs. This unit can play MP3 files recorded in  
the format compliant with ISO 9660.  
• Depending on the condition of the recording equipment  
or the CD-R/R W disc itself, a false album or track which  
cannot be played on the unit may be displayed on  
screen.  
Nesting of folders (albums):  
TV  
To organize data files stored in a PC, you can store related  
files in a folder .A folder can contain other folders as well  
as files. For example, folder A can contain folder B, and  
folder B can contain folder C; this is called "nesting of  
folders".  
Session:  
A session is one uninterrupted section of written data on a  
disc.  
A multi-session disc is a disc which has more than two  
sessions.  
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1 Track number being played/total number of tracks in the  
MP3 Songs Selection List*.  
2 Track name  
3 Audio mode (stereo or monaural)  
4 Bit rate  
5 Responds to MARK and allows you to edit the MP3  
Songs Selection List.  
MARK  
6 Responds to tand skips to the next track.  
7 Responds to sand stops playback.  
8 Responds to OK cand starts playback.  
9 Responds to aand pauses playback.  
0 Responds to rand skips to the previous track.  
! Sampling frequency  
OKc  
j,l  
f,g  
@ Elapsed time of the currently played track.  
EXIT  
* The MP3 Songs Selection List can be opened by pressing  
MARK on the remote control, and when an MP3 disc is  
loaded, all tracks on the disc are placed in this list.  
Editing the MP3 Song Selection List  
When the MP3 Player panel is displayed,  
press MARK.  
NOTE  
The MP3 Song Selection List is displayed.  
It may take over 30 seconds to read the MP3 tracks  
depending on the complexity of the album tree.  
1/4  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
1
2
Play  
New  
Playing back an MP3 disc  
Add  
3
Sel All  
Remove  
Rmv All  
Load an MP3 disc.  
The MP3 Player panel is displayed on the TV screen and  
the first track begins to play  
.
1
2
1 Tracks selected  
2 Tracks not selected  
3 Command box  
En  
MP3PPllaayyeerr  
1/165  
TRACK1~4  
To select/deselect tracks  
Press f/g to highlight a track and press OK c.  
Each time the button is pressed, the track is selected and  
deselected.  
0:00 secs  
44  
128  
J-Stereo  
kHz  
kbps  
3
4
5
@
!
0
9
8
7
6
CONTINUE  
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PLAYING BACK AN MP3 DISC (CONTINUED)  
Proceed as follows to select tracks.  
Using the command box  
1 Press f/g to select the disc and press OK c.  
Using the commands in the command box, you can create  
your own MP3 Songs Selection List.  
Albums in the disc are displayed.  
MP3 Disc Browser  
29  
Albums  
Tracks  
To use the commands  
On the MP3 Songs Selection List, press  
command box is highlighted.  
l and the  
010315_1  
ANDY  
ARRON  
BEMYVA~ 1  
DICK&C ~ 1  
EMIL  
1/4  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
TRACK1~4  
HUIC HI~ 1  
TRACK1~6  
TRACK1~2  
TRACK1~1  
OK  
Choose  
Enter  
Play  
2 Press f/g to select an album and press OK c.  
Tracks in the album are displayed and can be selected.  
MP3 Disc Browser  
Albums  
Tracks 1/29  
Then press f/g to select a command and press  
OK c.  
The selected command will be executed.  
D2TRAC ~ 1  
010315_1  
ANDY  
ARRON  
BEMYVA~ 1  
DICK&C ~ 1  
EMIL  
D2TRAC ~ 2  
D2TRAC ~ 3  
D2TRAC ~ 4  
D2TRAC ~ 5  
D2TRAC ~ 6  
D2TRAC ~ 7  
[Play] command  
HUIC HI~ 1  
Starts playback of the tracks selected on the MP3 Songs  
Selection List.  
The display returns to the MP3 Player panel.  
OK  
Choose  
Enter  
Play  
3 Press f/g to select a track and press OK c.  
Repeat this to select other tracks.  
[New] command  
Clears all tracks from the MP3 Songs Selection List and  
allows you to select the tracks to be played from the  
beginning.  
4 Press MARK or EXIT.  
The display returns to the MP3 Player panel, and the  
selected tracks start to play  
.
When the [New] command is executed, the MP3 Disc  
Browser appears on the TV screen.  
[Add] command  
MP3 Disc Browser  
Allows you to add tracks to the MP3 Songs Selection List.  
When you execute this command, the MP3 Disc Browser  
appears.  
Albums  
Tracks  
010315_1  
MP3 Disc Browser  
Albums  
Tracks  
010315_1  
OK  
Choose  
Enter  
Play  
OK  
Choose  
Enter  
Play  
Proceed in the same manner as the [New] command to  
select the tracks to add to the MP3 Songs Selection List.  
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[Sel All] command  
[Rmv All] command  
When you execute this command, all the tracks on the MP3  
This command removes all the tracks from the MP3 Songs  
Selection List.  
Songs Selection List are selected for play  
.
1/3  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
1/3  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
D2TRAC~2  
TRACK1~3  
TRACK1~2  
TRACK1~4  
TRACK1~6  
TRACK1~2  
Play  
New  
Play  
New  
Add  
Add  
Sel All  
Remove  
Rmv All  
Sel All  
Remove  
Rmv All  
[Remove] command  
This command removes the currently selected track from  
the MP3 Songs Selection List.  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
1/4  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
D2TRAC~3  
Play  
New  
Play  
New  
D2TRAC~2  
TRACK1~3  
TRACK1~2  
Add  
Add  
Sel All  
Remove  
Rmv All  
Sel All  
Remove  
Rmv All  
1/3  
MP3 Songs Selection List  
D2TRAC~2  
TRACK1~3  
TRACK1~2  
Play  
New  
En  
Add  
Sel All  
Remove  
Rmv All  
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CHANGING SETUP VALUES  
Press j/l to select the item to be  
changed, then press OK c.  
2
Language  
Sets the audio soundtrack language, subtitle language,  
DVD menu screen language and on screen display  
language.  
Subtitle  
MENU  
Turns on and of f the subtitle.  
OKc  
j,l  
f,g  
TV aspect  
Sets the color system and aspect ratio of the  
EXIT  
TV connected  
to the unit.  
Audio set  
Emits test tone and adjusts the DRC (Dynamic Range  
Control).  
Digital out  
Sets the digital audio to be output from the unit according  
to the type of audio equipment connected to the unit.  
Parental  
Sets the preset restriction level for playback.  
When playing discs with preset restriction level encoding,  
the unit automatically cuts scenes of excessive violence,  
etc.  
All the basic settings of the unit are properly  
preset at the factory.  
• Check that "Digital out" and "TV aspect" in the setup  
menu are correctly set according to the type of equipment  
connected to the unit. For details on the setting, refer to  
the "Connections" section on pages 11 to 19.  
• Change any other settings according to your individual  
setup preferences.  
On screen  
Turns on and of f the command response shown on the top  
corner of the TV screen.  
Quit  
Exits the setup menu.  
Basic operations  
Press f/g to select the desired  
setting and press OK c.  
3
Press MENU in stop mode.  
1
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
The setup menu is displayed.  
4
Some items require additional steps.  
For details of the setting options for each item, see the  
procedure of each setting on the following pages.  
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
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Language  
Press f/g to select the desired  
language.  
4
Press j/l to select "Language" on  
1
the setup menu and press OK c.  
Press OK c.  
5
6
Press f/g to select the desired  
item.  
2
Audio:  
The audio soundtrack language on a DVD disc can be  
changed. If the selected language is not available on the  
disc, the original language for the disc is selected.  
Subtitle:  
The subtitle language on a DVD disc can be changed. If  
the selected language is not available on the disc, the  
original language for the disc is selected.  
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
Menu:  
The language used in the DVD menu can be changed. If  
the selected language is not available on the disc, the  
original language for the disc is selected.  
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
On screen:  
The language used in the setup menu as well as the  
command response, etc., can be changed.  
En  
Press OK c.  
3
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Subtitle  
TV aspect  
The subtitle can be turned on or of f.  
To set the TV color format  
Normally , it is not necessary to change this setting.  
The TV color format can be selected according to the disc  
to be played.  
Press j/l to select "Subtitle" on the  
1
setup menu and press OK c.  
Press j/l to select "TV aspect" on  
1
the setup menu and press OK c.  
Press f/g to select "On" or  
"Off".  
2
Confirm that "TV Format" is selected,  
and press OK c.  
On:  
2
Turns on the subtitle.  
Off:  
Turns of f the subtitle.  
Press f/g to select the desired  
item.  
3
Press OK c.  
3
Auto: (default setting)  
The unit detects automatically the TV color format of the  
disc, NTSC or P AL.  
PAL M/N:  
Select this when the connected TV corresponds to P AL-M  
or PAL-N.  
PAL B/G/I:  
Select this when the connected TV corresponds to P AL-  
BG/DK or PAL-I.  
Press OK c.  
4
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
4
If you select "Return" at step 3, the current setting does  
not change.  
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
5
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
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16:9:  
To set the TV aspect  
Select this when a wide-screen TV is connected.  
Played in "FULL" size. (Setting the wide-screen  
"FULL" mode is also necessary .)  
Select the appropriate screen type of your  
TV.  
TV to  
Press j/l to select "TV aspect" on  
the setup menu and press OK c.  
1
2
Press f/g to select "TV Aspect"  
and press OK c.  
Press OK c.  
4
If you select "Return" at step 3, the current setting does  
not change.  
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
5
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
Press f/g to select the desired  
item.  
3
L-Box:  
Select this when a conventional TV is connected. Media  
recorded in wide (16:9) format will be played in "Letterbox"  
style, with black bands at the top and bottom of the screen.  
P-Scan:  
En  
Select this when playing media that contains pan-scan  
encoding. Media recorded in wide (16:9) format will be  
played at the full screen height, with the left and right  
portions cut of f. Other media will be played in "Letterbox".  
Cut off  
CONTINUE  
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CHANGING SETUP VALUES (CONTINUED)  
To adjust DRC (Dynamic Range Control)  
Audio set  
When listening at a low volume, the volume of loud sounds  
such as explosions, etc., can be reduced, and the volume  
of quiet sounds such as whispered dialog, etc., can be  
increased using the DRC.  
To emit test tone  
You can hear a noise tone emitted from the front left and  
right speakers alternately  
.
If the noise tone from the left speaker and the right speaker  
are heard unevenly , adjust the left and right speaker balance  
using the connected equipment.  
Press j/l to select "Audio set" on  
1
the setup menu and press OK c.  
Press j/l to select "Audio set" on  
1
Press f/g to select "DRC" and  
press OK c.  
2
the setup menu and press OK c.  
Press j/l to adjust DRC.  
3
Select this mode when playing back at a low volume.  
Pressing j twice at the above illustration makes DRC  
maximum.  
Confirm that "Test Tone" is selected,  
and press OK c.  
2
Select this mode when you want to enjoy the full dynamic  
range of sound.  
Pressing lthree times at the above illustration makes DRC  
minimum.  
Noise tone is emitted from the front left and right speakers  
alternately .  
Press OK c to stop the noise tone.  
3
Press OK c.  
4
5
Press f/g to select "Exit" and  
press OK c.  
4
Press f/g to select "Exit" and  
press OK c.  
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
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Digital out  
Press OK c.  
4
5
Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set  
the digital output of the unit according to the type of audio  
system you use.  
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
CAUTION  
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
When connecting an AV receiver not equipped with a  
Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder, do not set  
"Dolby Digital" to "Bitstream" and "DTS" to  
"Bitstream".  
Merely attempting to play a DVD may cause a screeching  
of noise which could be harmful to your ears and damage  
the speakers. In such a case, set "Dolby Digital" to "PCM"  
and"DTS"to"Off".  
Press j/l to select "Digital out" on  
1
the setup menu and press OK c.  
Press f/g to select the desired  
item and press OK c.  
2
Press f/g to select the desired  
item.  
3
En  
Dolby Digital:  
You can select "Bitstream" or "PCM".  
- Bitstream : select this when the connected  
equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder  
- PCM : select this when the connected AV receiver is not  
AV receiver is  
.
equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder  
.
MPEG:  
You can select "Bitstream" or "PCM".  
- Bitstream : select this when the connected  
equipped with a MPEG decoder .  
AV receiver is  
- PCM : select this when the connected AV receiver is not  
equipped with a MPEG decoder .  
DTS:  
You can select "Bitstream" or "Of f".  
- Bitstream : select this when the connected  
equipped with a DTS decoder .  
AV receiver is  
- Off : select this when the connected AV receiver is not  
equipped with a DTS decoder .  
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CHANGING SETUP VALUES (CONTINUED)  
Parental  
Press OK c.  
4
Some DVD discs contain a restriction level which enables  
parents to remove scenes or prevent children from playing  
the discs. This unit is equipped with a password designed  
to prevent children from changing the level.  
To set the parental lock level and password  
Press j/lto select "Parental" on the  
1
setup menu and press OK c.  
Enter a 4-digit password using the  
number buttons, then press OK c.  
5
Confirm that "Level" is selected, and  
press OK c.  
2
Example:  
To set the password 1234  
Press 1, 2, 3 and 4.  
Press j/l to change the parental  
3
lock level.  
Do not forget your password.  
The parental lock level is equivalent to the following USA  
movie ratings.  
Example:  
Level 7: NC-17  
Level 3: PG  
Level 6: R  
Level 1: G  
Level 4: PG 13  
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Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
On screen  
6
You can turn on and of f the command response shown on  
the top corner of the TV screen.  
To change the password  
1 Select "Parental" on the setup menu and press  
2 Press fto select "Password" and press OK c.  
3 Enter the current password and press OK c.  
OK c.  
Press j/l to select "On screen" on  
1
the setup menu and press OK c.  
4 Enter the new password and press OK c.  
To unlock the current level  
1 Select "Parental" on the setup menu and press  
OK c.  
2 Press f twice to select "Lock/Unlock" and press  
OK c.  
3 Enter the password and press OK c.  
To lock the current level again, repeat the above.  
To disable the front panel buttons  
When you disable the front panel buttons, the buttons on  
the unit become inoperative except POWER. The unit can  
be operated by the remote control only  
.
Press f/g to select "On" or  
"Off".  
2
1 Select "Parental" on the setup menu and press  
2 Press fthree times to select "Panel keys" and press  
OK c.  
OK c.  
On:  
3 Press f to select "Off" and press OK c.  
Turns on the command responses.  
Off:  
To exit the setup menu  
Turns of f the command responses.  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
Press OK c.  
3
En  
Press f/g to select "Return"  
and press OK c.  
4
To exit the setup menu  
Select "Quit" and press OK c, or press EXIT.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
If something seems to be wrong with your DVD player  
, first check the items in the table below  
.
Symptom  
Check  
See page  
The power does not come on.  
• Is the power cord plugged firmly into a live outlet?  
11  
2
The disc does not play.  
Playback stops almost  
immediately.  
• Is there condensation inside the unit? (Leave the player idle with  
the power on for 1 to 2 hours.)  
Are you trying to use a disc not available for the unit, such as a  
PHOTO CD?  
4
• Is the disc dirty? Is it loaded properly?  
• Does the disc exceed the specified parental control rating level?  
6, 20  
46  
No picture.  
• Is the unit connected correctly?  
• Are the video connections firmly attached?  
• Is the television video mode set correctly?  
11  
11  
20  
The picture is bad.  
• Is the unit in a place subject to vibrations?  
Are the video connections firmly attached?  
• Is the disc dirty?  
2
11  
6
• Is the unit connected directly to the  
TV? Or is it connected  
11  
through a VCR, a selector switch, or a TV/VCR?  
The picture may be bad when used with some television sets or  
projectors, due to the DVD copy protection scheme.  
The picture quality may also suf fer if the DVD player is  
connected through a selector switch with other video equipment.  
Try turning of f the power to the other video equipment.  
The picture quality may be somewhat poor when paused, when  
doing Frame Advance, or during fast forward or fast reverse.  
This is normal.  
• Is the TV color format set correctly?  
42  
No sound.  
• Is the unit connected correctly?  
Are the audio connections firmly attached?  
• Is the connected audio equipment turned on? Is the volume set  
correctly? (Note that there will be no audio playback during slow  
playback, Frame Advance, fast forward, or fast reverse.)  
11  
11  
20  
The remote control does not  
work, or does not work  
correctly.  
Are the remote control batteries installed correctly?  
• Is the remote control too far from the main unit? Is there  
something in the way?  
7
7
• Are the remote control batteries getting weak?  
• Is the unit in strong sunlight or strong fluorescent light?  
7
7
DVD has many capabilities  
Some of these capabilities may dif fer based on the disc  
being played. The following situations may be caused by  
information on the disc itself.  
• The audio or subtitles are not reproduced in the language  
specified in the setup menu.  
• The audio track or subtitles cannot be changed.  
• Subtitles are not displayed.  
• The DVD menu is not displayed. The DVD menu is not  
displayed in the language you want.  
• The viewing angle cannot be changed.  
• The rating restriction does not work.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Power supply  
Power consumption  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
20 W  
NOTE  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with  
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15  
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a  
residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
Power consumption in standby mode  
8 W  
Weight  
2.9 kg (6.6 lbs)  
External dimensions  
430 × 77 × 280 mm (w × h × d)  
(17 × 3 1/8 × 11 1/8 inches)  
Semiconductor Laser ,  
wavelength 650/780 nm  
NTSC/PAL  
Laser  
Signal format  
interference to radio communications. However  
, there is no  
Supported discs  
DVD video discs  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment of f and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or  
more of the following measures:  
12 cm (single-sided single-  
layer, single-sided double-  
layer, double-sided double-  
layer)  
8 cm (single-sided single-  
layer, single-sided double-  
layer, double-sided double-  
layer)  
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
- Increase the separation between the equipment and  
receiver .  
Compact discs (CD-DA)  
12 cm and 8 cm discs  
Y output: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms, sync  
negative)  
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit  
different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
S video output  
Video output  
C output: 0.3 Vp-p  
1 Mini Din 4 pin  
CAUTION  
Video composite output  
1 Vp-p (75 ohms, sync  
negative)  
Modifications or adjustments to this product, which are not  
expressly approved by the manufacturer , may void the  
user ’s right or authority to operate this product.  
2 RCA jacks  
Video component output  
Y output: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms,  
sync negative)  
CB,CR output: 0.7 Vp-p (75  
ohms)  
3 RCA jacks (C B,CR, Y)  
Digital output  
0.5 Vp-p (75 ohms)  
1 RCA jack  
Analog output  
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
"Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are  
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential  
unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.  
All rights reserved.  
Audio output  
2.0 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB, 330  
ohms)  
• Manufactured under license from Digital  
Theater  
2 RCA jacks (L/R)  
Audio output characteristics  
Signal to noise ratio  
Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other  
worldwide patents issued and pending. "DTS" and  
"DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital  
Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater  
systems, Inc. All rights reserved.  
En  
More than 100 dB (EIAJ)  
Dynamic range  
More than 90 dB (EIAJ)  
Harmonic distortion  
0.008%  
Frequency range:  
CD: 4 Hz to 20 kHz  
DVD: 4 Hz to 22 kHz  
(48 kHz sampling)  
4 Hz to 44 kHz  
(96 kHz sampling)  
5˚C to 35˚C (41˚F to 95˚F)  
Audio/video cord (1)  
Remote control (1)  
Operating conditions  
Accessories  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
ENGLISH 49  
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