Akai AC-V6507D User manual

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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol,
withintheequilateraltriangle,isintendedtoalertthe
usertothepresenceofuninsulated"dangerous
voltage"withintheproduct'senclosurethatmaybe
ofsufficientmagnitudetocauseanelectricshock.
Theexclamationpointwithintheequilateraltriangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
importantoperatingandmaintenance(servicing)
instructionsinthisownermanual.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICINGTOQUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Notes on Copyright
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, rent copyrighted material
without permission.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited
viewing uses only.
DVD video discs are copy protected, and any recordings made from these discs will be distorted. 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 viewinguses only, unless otherwise authorizedby Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
WARNING:
• Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power cord and refer servicing to a qualified technician.
Markingsignislocatedonbottomoftheunit.
The following mark and symbols are located on
bottom of the unit.
OnPlacement
• Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.
• Do not restrict the air flow of the unit by placing it in a place with poor air flow, by covering it with a cloth, or
by placing it on carpeting.
OnSafety
• When connecting or disconnecting the AC cord, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may
damage it and create a hazard.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC power cord.
OnCondensation
• When left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside the
unit. When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for 1
to 2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room up and dry the unit before use.
RatingPlate Location
• The rating plate location is on the bottom of product.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1
PRODUTO LASER CLASSE 1
Thissymbolmeansthattheunitcomplies
with European safely and electrical
interferencedirectives.
The symbol for Class II
(Doublelnsulation)
This product contains a
low power laser device.
CAUTION
INVISIBLELASERRADIATIONWHEN
OPENANDINTERLOCKSDEFEATED.
AVOIDEXPOSURETOBEAM
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is
recommended by the manufacturer.
6A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with
its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a book case
or cabinet, that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in
the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means
of an appliance are not defeated.
12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked
on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.
14. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
15. Non-use Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall, and liquids are not spilled,
into the enclosure through openings.
17. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled, into the appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
18. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
RepeatPlayback......................................19
Repeatingatitle/chapter(DVD)............................19
Repeatingasingletrack/wholedisc(CD)...........19
Repeatingaspecificsection(DVD)......................19
PlayingMP3/PictureFiles......................20
PlayingMP3/Picturefiles......................................20
Customizing the Function
Settings.............................................21-22
LANGUAGEsetting..................................................21
VIDEOsetting............................................................21
AUDIOsetting...........................................................22
RATINGsetting.........................................................22
LanguageCodeList ..............................23
Maintenance..........................................24
CleaningDisc..........................................................24
CleaningtheUnit...................................................24
ImportantNote.......................................................24
InstallationGuide..................................24
TroubleShootingGuide.......................25
Safety Precautions ..................................1
ImportantSafetyInstructions .................2
TableofContents .....................................3
DiscFormats............................................4
Accessories...............................................5
RemoteControl........................................5
Control Reference Guide .................... 6-8
ScreenViewingAngleAdjustment.........9
PowerSupply...........................................9
UsingtheCarplugadapter....................................9
Usingthe ACadapter............................................9
Connections.....................................10-12
Connecting theMonitors.......................................10
UsingHeadphones/Earphones.............................10
UsingthisUnitwithOtherEquipment............11-12
UnitOperation.......................................13
SoundSystem.......................................13
PlayingaDisc...................................14-15
PlayingaDisc.......................................................14
Pausingplayback(stillmode)...............................14
Stoppingplayback.................................................14
Skippingtoadifferenttrack..................................14
FastFoward/FastReverse.....................................14
Skip(Forward/Reverse)..........................................15
Audioselection.......................................................15
Subtitleselection....................................................15
Angleselection.......................................................15
SpecialFunctions............................16-17
Displayfunction.....................................................16
Locatingaspecifictitle .........................................16
Locatingaspecificchapter/track........................17
Locatingaspecifictime.........................................17
CD / DVD programmable memory ....... 18
DVDprogrammablememory.................................18
CDprogrammablememory..................................18
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The unit can playback.
Remarks:
1. "CD-R / CD-RW play capability of this unit may vary depend on quality of media, CD burner and application
software."
2. "Playback of MP3, CD-R and CD-RW may depend on recording conditions."
RegionManagementInformation
Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management
Information that is encoded on DVD discs. If the Region number printed on the DVD disc does not correspond to the
Region number of this unit, this unit cannot play that disc.
The region number of this unit is 2.
Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available
When the symbol appears on the screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not available
at that time. This occurs because the DVD disc manufacturer determines the specific functions. Certain functions
may not be available on some discs. Be sure to read the documentation provided with the DVD.
Notes on Unauthorized Discs
You may not be able to play back some DVD discs on this unit if they were purchased from outside your
geographic area or made for business purposes.
Title, Chapter and Tracks
• DVDs are divided into “titles” and “chapters”. If the
disc has more than one movie on it, each movie would
beaseparate “title”.“Chapters” aresectionsoftitles.
• Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. A “track” is
usually one song on an Audio CD.
Note:
• Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded on them,
but some do not.
Icons Used on DVDs
Sample lcons Language selections for audio
Language selections for subtitles
Screen aspect ratio
Multiple camera angles
Region code indicator
Notes:
• ThisUnit supports2-channel(L/R)audio and 5.1ch (Multi-channel)MPEGAudio 1/2 (onlywhenthe DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT coaxial jack is used for connection). It does not support 7.1 channel MPEG Audio Version 2.0.
• When playing back a CD-G (Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio portion will be played, but the graphic
images will not be shown.
DISCFORMATS
LB
2
2
2
2
1. English
2. French
1. English
2. French
Audio CDs
[8cm/12cm disc]
DVDs
[8cm/12cm disc]
2
PHOTO
DIGITAL
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ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Remotecontrol(withbattery)...............................................................................................x1
12Vcarplugadapter............................................................................................................x1
ACadapter..........................................................................................................................x1
ACpowercord.....................................................................................................................x1
Audio/Videocable................................................................................................................x1
Dincable..............................................................................................................................x2
Strap....................................................................................................................................x2
Earphone.............................................................................................................................x2
Carryingbag........................................................................................................................x1
Gameconsole...........................................................................................................x1
Using the Remote Control
• Point the Remote Control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on the unit.
• When there is a strong ambient light source, the performance of the infrared REMOTE SENSOR may be
degraded, causing unreliable operation.
• The recommended effective distance for remote operation is about 16 feet (5 meters).
Remove the protective plastic tab before operating the Remote Control.
REMOTECONTROL
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
When battery become weak, the operating distance of the Remote Control is greatly reduced and you
will need to replace the battery.
NOTE:
• If the Remote Control is not to be used for a long time, remove the battery to avoid corrosion
damage caused by battery leakage.
• WARNING: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire, batteries may explode or leak.
TO CHANGE REMOTE BATTERY
1. Open the battery door. 2. Insert one CR2025 (3V) size battery.
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CONTROLREFERENCEGUIDE
Remote Control
A-B DISC
REPEAT
MENU
AUDIO
GOTO
MEMORY DISPLAY
TV MODE
PREV
STOP PLAY PAUSE
SEARCH
ENTER
NEXT
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ANGLE
SUBTITLE / RETURN
SETUP
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2
3
4
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1) TV MODEbutton
In stop mode, select whether to output the video
signal. TV shows "AUTO" means output signal
depends on DVD (either NTSC or PAL). TV shows
"PAL"or "NTSC"whichmeans outputsignalfixed to
PAL or NTSC.
2) STOPbutton
Stop playing a disc.
PLAYbutton
Press to start or resume playback a disc.
PAUSE button
Pause playback, frame advance.
3) PREV button
Move reverse through titles, chapters or tracks on a
disc.
4) / SEARCH buttons
SEARCH:Fast reverse playback.
SEARCH:Fast forward playback.
5) Number (0 - 9) buttons
Use when creating programmes, and entering a
parental level password. To select a CD track
directly.
6) MEMORYbutton
Instopmode,enterthenumberofaselectedchapter
or track.
7) SETUP button
In stop mode, Open and close the SETUP menu of
the unit.
REPEAT A-B / DISC button
Perform point-to-point repeat playback on a DVD or
CD.
Repeat chapter or title of a DVD.
Repeat single track or whole CD.
8) MENU button
Open and close DVD menu.
9) NEXTbutton
Move forward through titles, chapters or tracks on a
disc.
10) Cursor ( , , , ) buttons
Use to highlight selections on a menu screen and
make adjust certain settings.
ENTERbutton
Confirm selections on a menu screen.
11) AUDIObutton
Select one of the audio sound tracks programmed
on a DVD or selects the audio output mode on a
AUDIO CD.
12) SUBTITLE
.....
/ RETURN button
Select one of the subtitle languages programmed
on a DVD.
ReturntothenormaloperationafterusingtheSETUP
menu of a DVD.
13) GOTObutton
Skip directly to a specific location on a DVD disc.
14) DISPLAYbutton
Change disc status information displayed on the
screen.
15) ANGLE button
DuringDVD playing, switch the camera angle ofthe
video presentation when scenes with multiple
camera angles are recorded on a DVD.
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Unit
CONTROLREFERENCE GUIDE
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1) Openbutton
Open the disc door.
2) POWERON/OFFswitch
3) DC IN 12V jack
4) Disc Door
Close by pushing the disc door.
5) MONITOR 1 & 2 ports (output)
6) DIGITAL OUT jack
7) DVD AV OUT jack
8) Cursor ( , , , ) button
Use to highlight selections on a menu screen
and make adjustments to certain settings.
ENTERbutton
Confirm selections on a menu screen.
9) ANGLE button
During DVD playing, switch the camera angle of
thevideo presentation when sceneswithmultiple
camera angles are recorded on a DVD.
AUDIObutton
Select one of the audio soundtracks
programmed on a DVD or select the audio
output mode on a AUDIO CD.
MENU button
Open and close DVD's menu.
PREV button
Press PREV button to go back to previous
chapters/tracks.Pressandhold PREVbutton
to begin fast scan. Four speeds are available.
NEXT button
Press NEXT button to advance to chapters
/ tracks. Press and hold NEXT button to
begin fast scan. Four speeds are available.
PAUSE button
Press to pause playback of disc.
Each time you press the PAUSE button the
picture advances one frame. Press the PLAY
button to resume playback.
STOPbutton
Stop playing a disc.
PLAY button
Press to start or resume playback a disc.
10) AV IN / DVD switches (MONITOR 1 & 2)
11) AV IN jack
12) Headphone jack
13) VOLUME control
Adjust the volume.
14) STANDBY indicator
15) POWER ON indicator
When the POWER ON/OFF is switched to ON
position, the light will illuminate.
16) Remote sensor
Receives the remote control unit signals.
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Monitor
CONTROLREFERENCE GUIDE
1) MONITORON/OFF switch
2) STANDBY indicator
The LED will illuminate when the monitor is
in standby mode.
3) Screen
4) Remote sensor
Receives the remote control unit signals.
5) Speaker
6) VOLUME control
7) SCREEN switch
Wide: Wide-screen
Normal: Pan screen
8) COLOUR control
Adjust for colour intensity.
9) BRIGHTNESS control
Adjust the lightness or darkness of the colour.
10) Headphone jack
11) CONNECT TO MAIN UNIT port (Input)
Installation of Monitors
• Use supplied mounting straps installing the monitors onto the seat back in a car.
2) Tightly wrap the mounting
strap around the headrest.
SAFETYWARNING!
• On no account should this unit be used by driver, or left unsecured in the car whilst driving.
• If this unit is being used in your car, be sure that it is secured or held safely, and does not obstruct any
safety device (i.e. airbag, seat belt etc.) that may be fitted.
• All passengers should utilise safety harnesses, where fitted.
• If in doubt, please contact your vehicle manufacturer for further advice.
Mounting
Strap Elastic
Safety Band
1) Loop the safety band
around the headrest.
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DC IN 12V
POWER
OFF ON
AC adapter (EA10362)
Left side of unit
3
Power indicator
1
To DC IN 12V jack
2
AC power
cord
To AC outlet
To AC adapter
DC IN 12V
POWER
OFF ON
SCREENVIEWINGANGLEADJUSTMENT
The Monitor is designed to allow users to have a comfortable viewing angle. The
viewing angle can be adjusted +/- 12°.
• Gently push the top or bottom of the screen frame to adjust the viewing angle.
Caution:
• Do not force the screen frame over its maximum viewing angle or damage to the
unit could result.
POWERSUPPLY
A. Using the car plug adapter
The included 12V car plug adapter is designed for use with vehicles that have a 12V, negative ground
electrical system.
Cautions:
• Use this unit only with the included 12V car plug adaptor. Use with other car adaptors could damage the system.
• The included 12V car plug adaptor is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
• Do not operate the unit or watch videos while driving a vehicle.
• Make sure the unit is secured correctly to prevent it from falling inside the vehicle in the event of an accident.
• When the inside of the 12V car socket is dirty with ashes or dust, the plug section may become hot due to poor
contact. Be sure to clean the 12V car socket before use.
• After use, disconnect the 12V car plug adaptor from both the unit and 12V car socket.
• Check your local traffic laws for rules governing the use of video devices in vehicles.
12V car plug adapter
Left side of unit 1
To DC IN 12V jack
2
To the 12V car socket
B. Using the AC adapter (optional)
This unit can be powered by connecting an optional AC adapter.
An AC Adapter, please note, the only AC adapter suitable for this unit is DC 12V 3.0A, with plus center
polarity . Please check voltage before buying an AC adapter.
Cautions:
• Useof an incorrect type AC adapter
will damage the unit.
• Turn off the unit before unplugging
theACadapterfromtheunitsoasto
avoid the unit being damaged.
• The mains plug is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect
deviceshallremainreadilyoperable.
• Whentheunitisnotgoingtobeused
for long time, disconnect the AC
powersupplycordfromtheACoutlet.
Important:
• Be sure to use it near the wall outlet. If a malfunction occurs, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet at once.
• When the AC Power supply cord is connected, the power indicator on the AC adapter will remain on although the
unit is turned off. Disconnect the AC power supply cord from the AC outlet when not in use.
• Whenthe adapter is plugged in, the apparatusisnotcompletelydisconnectedfrom the main, even when thepower
is turned off.
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CONNECTIONS
ConnectingtheMonitors
• Use the included DIN cables to connect the monitors to the main unit.
Right side of unit
Using Headphones/Earphones
• Turn down the volume before connecting the Headphones/Earphones. Slowly raise the volume with the
headphones/earphones on until you reach your desired volume.
• When headphones/earphones are connected to the monitors, the speakers will be disabled.
Caution:
• Listening to audio at an excessive volume can permanently damage your hearing.
Headphones/
Earphones
(3.5mm diameter plug)
Bottom of Monitor
Main unit
DIN CABLES
Monitors
CONNECTTO
MAINUNITport
(Input)
CONNECTTO
MAINUNITport
(Input)
Connect to
MONITORports
(Output)
Headphones/
Earphones
(3.5mm diameter plug)
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AV IN
MONITOR 1
MONITOR 2
AV IN
DVD
AV IN
DVD
White (audio )
R
L
Yellow
(video)
Ground Re (a )d udio
AV IN
DVD
CONNECTIONS
A. Connecting Game Systems/Video Equipment
• You can connect Game Systems or other Video Equipment for playback through the monitors.
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UsingthisUnit with Other Equipment
WatchingVideo Equipment
1.Turn on the unit, slide the AV IN / DVD switch to "AV IN".
2.Turn on the video equipment and follow the instructions provided
with it to playback.
Note:
If you have a monoVCR, the volume level from the speakers will be low.
GameSystems/
Video Equipment
(Yellow)
(Red)
(White)
Right side of unit
To AV IN
Jack
AUDIO/VIDEOCABLE
(notincluded)
AUDIO/VIDEOCABLE(included)
(Yellow)
(Red)
(White)
Playing a Video Game System
1.Turn on the unit, slide the AV IN / DVD switch to select "AV IN".
2.Turn on the video game system and follow the instructions provided with it to play game.
B. Connecting the Video Game System
White (Audio )
R
L
Yellow
(Video)
Ground Red ( )Audio
Right side of unit
To AV IN
Jack
AUDIO/VIDEO CABLE (included)
(Red)
(White)
(Yellow)
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C. Connecting a Stereo Receiver or Amplifier
CONNECTIONS
Listening to another audio equipment
1.Turn on the Unit.
2.Turn on your audio equipment and follow the instructions provided with it to select the AUDIO IN or DIGITAL IN
function.
Notes:
• You may experience some interference if the radio tuner function is selected while the television is working.
• Make sure to use the correct Audio/Video cable, connecting the plugs incorrectly may cause a weak signal.
• If you have a stereo VCR, make sure you set it to stereo mode.
• Due to copyright protection, DVD movies cannot be copied. If you copy a DVD movie onto a videotape, the
resulting copy will be unclear, with poor sound quality. This is NOT caused by a defective DVD system.
Analog connection Stereo Receiver
or Amplifier
Rear of unit (No need to connect
theYellow video plug)
(Red)
(White)
AUDIO/VIDEOCABLE
(notincluded)
AUDIO/VIDEOCABLE(included)
(Yellow)
(Red)
(White)
Connecting to a Surround Sound System
Audio equipment with
digital audio input jack
COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO CABLE (not included)
Rear of unit
Watching a DVD on yourTV
1.Turn on the unit, slide the AV IN / DVD switch to "DVD".
2.Turn on the TV and follow the instructions provided with it to play the DVD.
Note: Make sure you use the correct Audio/Video cable.
D. Connecting the unit to a TV
• This DVD Player can be used with a TV that has A/V inputs. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, you can
purchase an RF modulator (sold separately) to connect the DVD player.
TV
(Yellow)
(Red)
(White)
To DVD
AV OUT
Jack
AUDIO/VIDEOCABLE
AUDIO/VIDEOCABLE (included)
(Yellow)
(Red)
(White)
Rear of unit
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UNITOPERATION
Turning theUnit On
The system is in the standby condition (STANDBY indicator lights) when the AC power supply cord or Car adapter
is connected.
Slide the POWER ON/OFF switch (on unit) to the ON position to turn ON the unit.
• If you select DVD the DVD logo (start-up picture) will appear on screen.
• When the unit is not going to be used for a long time, disconnect the AC power supply cord or Car adapter from
AC outlet or 12V car socket.
Dolby Digital (for DVD)
Dolby Digital is a sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc. that gives movie theatre ambience to
audio output when the unit is connected to a Dolby Digital 5.1 channel processor or amplifier.
This unit automatically recognises DVDs that have been recorded with Dolby Digital.
Not all Dolby Digital sources are recorded with 6 channels.
Some sources marked Dolby Digital may be recorded in Dolby Surround, a 2 channel system. Look for this logo
on your unit.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
'Dolby' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
SOUND SYSTEM
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PLAYING A DISC
This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of this unit.Some DVD discs are produced
in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. Such as, the unit may
not respond to all operating commands.This is not a defect in the unit.Refer to the instruction
notes of discs.
“ ”may appear on the screen during operation. A“ ”means that the desired operation is
not permitted by the unit or disc.
Playing a Disc
1.Slide the POWER ON/OFF switch on the right side of unit into ON mode.
See CUSTOMIZINGTHE FUNCTION SETTINGS (page 21 to 22) before proceeding to step 2.
2.Hold the top and slide the OPEN switch to open the disc door.
3.Hold the disc by its sides and carefully fit onto the central support of compartment with the label side facing
forward until you hear a “click”.
4.Close the disc door.
It takes a short while for your unit to load the disc. After loading, for some discs, the unit will automatically start
playback of the disc.
5.Press the PLAY button.
Pausing playback (still mode)
Press the
II
PAUSE button. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button.
Each time you press the
II PAUSE button, the picture advances one frame.
Stopping playback
Press the STOP button at the location where you want to interrupt playback.To resume playback at the position
where the disc was stopped, press the PLAY button.
If you press the STOP button twice, the unit’s memory will be cleared and pressing the PLAY button will reset
the disc to the beginning.
To skip to a different track
• Press the PREV button repeatedly to skip to the start of the current or previous track.
• Press the NEXT button to skip to the next track.
• For audio CD disc, use the number buttons (remote control only) to jump straight to that track number.
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse
1.Press the SEARCH or SEARCH button when a disc is playing.
•The disc begins fast scan at x2 speed.
•Four speeds are available. Each time SEARCH or SEARCH
button is pressed, the speed of fast scan changes in the following
sequence:
Note:
You also can press and hold / (SKIP) buttons repeatedly to select different fast scan speeds.
2.Press the PLAY button when you reach the desired point to resume playback at normal speed.
Basic playback
DVD CD
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PLAYING A DISC
SKIP (Forward / Reverse)
While you are playing a disc, press the NEXT button to move to the beginning of the next chapter or track. Press
the PREV button to move to the previous chapter or track and automatically start playing it.
Audio selection
On some discs, the sound is recorded in two or more formats. Follow the directions below to select the type of playback.
Notes :
• If only one audio format is recorded, the number does not change.
• About two seconds later, playback continues in the new audio format.
1.While a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button to show the current audio format number.
2.Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired audio format.
2/4 D 6 Ch Eng
Subtitle selection
1.While a DVD is playing, press the SUBTITLE / RETURN button to display the current language setting, as shown in the
example below.
2.Press the SUBTITLE / RETURN button repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language.
1/3 Eng
Notes :
• If only one language is recorded, the language does not change.
• About two seconds later, playback continues with the new subtitle you selected.
• The number of languages recorded differs depending on the disc.
• If no button is pressed within a few seconds, playback continues without changing the current subtitle.
• This function can only be used for discs on which subtitles have been recorded in multiple languages.
• On some DVDs, subtitles are activated from the main menu of the DVD. Press the MENU button to activate the
main menu.
Angle selection
Some DVDs contain scenes which have been shot from a number of different angles. For these discs, the same
scene can be viewed from each of these different angles.
Notes:
• This function can only be used for discs on which scenes shot from multiple angles have been recorded.
• If only one angle is recorded, “
1/1
” is displayed.
1.While you are playing a DVD with different angles recorded,
press the ANGLE button to view the number of the current angle
available.
2.Press the ANGLE button repeatedly to change the scene to the
next angle in those recorded.
• About two seconds later, playback continues from the new
angle you selected.
• If no button is pressed within 10 seconds, playback continues
without changing the current angle.
Sequence of angle shots
(Example)
1/2
Angle BitRate
1/3
Angle BitRate
2/3
Angle BitRate
3/3
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DISPLAY function
UsingDISPLAY, youcan checkand change the current settings ofthefollowingitems:ANGLE,AUDIO and SUBTITLE.
• While the disc is playing, press the DISPLAY button to display the screen shown below.
Elapsed time: Elapsed time from the beginning of the chapter which is currently playing.
Remaining time: Remaining time of the title which is currently playing.
SPECIALFUNCTIONS
GOTO function
Thisfunctionallowsyoutoskip directly to any part of the disc while a disc is playing. Press or buttontohighlighttime.
Note:
• After settings, press the DISPLAY button again to return to the normal screen.
Title/Chapter - - - / - - -
Time - - : - - : - -
Locating a specific title
If a DVD disc contains title numbers, you can locate a specific title by directly selecting a title number.
1.In stop mode, press the GOTO button.
2.Press or button to highlight a specific field and press the corresponding number button(s) for the title you want.
3.Press the ENTER button to confirm.The Unit will start playback about 3 seconds later.
Time - - : - - : - - Title/Chapter / - - -- - -
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Elapsed time
01:12:1800:07:18
Remaining time
DVD Title 1/3 Chapter 1/35 01:12:1800:07:18
Audio OffSubtitle
2/4 D 6 Ch Eng
Angle BitRate
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SPECIALFUNCTIONS
Locating a specific chapter / track
If you know the chapter / track number you want to play, you can locate a specifc chapter / track by directly selecting
a chapter / track number.
1.Press the GOTO button to search your desired chapter / track.
2.Press or button to highlight a chapter / track and press the corresponding number button(s) for the chapter you
want.
3.Press the ENTER button to confirm.The Unit will start playback about 3 seconds later.
Locating a specific time
You can move to a specific location by entering its corresponding time (hours, minutes, seconds)
1.Press the GOTO button.
2.Press or button to highlight time.
3.Press the corresponding number buttons for the setting point you want.
4.Press the ENTER button to confirm.The Unit will start playback about 3 seconds later.
Notes :
• Some discs may not respond to this process.
• Some scenes may not be located as precisely as you specified.
• This method for accessing specific locations is available only within the current title of the DVD disc.
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Time - - : - - : - - Title/Chapter - - - / - - -
CD
Time - - : - - : - - Track - - -
DVD
Title/Chapter - - - / - - -
Time - - : - - : - -
CD
Track - - -
Time - - : - - : - -
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Programmable memory
The two types of programmed playback provided by this Unit are title programmed playback and chapter
programmed playback.
Title / Chapter programmed playback
1.Press the MEMORY button while the disc is stopped.
2.Enter the title numbers in
- -
. Use or button to move the highlight to chapter and enter the chapter numbers in
- -
.
3.Use , , or button to move to the other field.
4.Repeat steps 2 to 3.
5.Press the PLAY button to start the programmed playback.
CD/DVDPROGRAMMABLEMEMORY
Title Chapter
Note :
• If you press the STOP button twice, the programmed selections will be cleared.
Programmable memory
Track programmed playback
1.Press the MEMORY button while the disc is stopped.
2.Enter the track numbers in
- - -
.
3.Use , , or button to other field.
4.Repeat steps 2 to 3.
5.Press the PLAY button to start the programmed playback.
Track
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You can play a specific title or chapter repeatedly.
(Title repeat, chapter repeat, A-B repeat)
Repeating a chapter
You can play the same chapter repeatedly.
1.Whilethediscisplaying,presstheREPEATDISCbuttonuntilthe“
Repeat Chapter
”
indicator displays on the screen.The current chapter is played repeatedly.
To resume normal playback
3.While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the “
Off
”
indicator displays on the screen.
Repeating a title
You can play the same title repeatedly.
2.While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the“
RepeatTitle
”
indicator displays on the screen.The current title is played repeatedly.
REPEATPLAYBACK
You can play a single track and whole disc repeatedly.
Repeating a single track
You can play the same track repeatedly.
1.Whilethediscisplaying,presstheREPEATDISCbuttonuntilthe“
Repeat Single
”
indicator displays on the screen.The current track is played repeatedly.
Repeating a whole disc
2.Whilethediscis playing,presstheREPEATDISC buttonuntil the“
Repeat All
”
indicator displays on the screen. The whole disc is played repeatedly.
To resume normal playback
3.Press the REPEAT DISC button until the “ Off ” indicator displays on the
screen.
Repeating a specific section
You can play a specific section repeatedly.
1.While thediscisplaying,presstheREPEAT A-Bbutton at thebeginning
of the section ((
Rep A-
) is displayed) you want to play repeatedly.
2.Press the REPEAT A-Bbuttonagainatthe end of the section((
Rep A-B
)
is displayed).
3.The Unit will immediately begin replaying your selection.
To resume normal playback
4.While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT A-B button until the “
Off
”
indicator displays on the screen.
Notes:
• A-B repeat can only be used within the same title. If the start and end of the section to be repeated are in different
titles, A-B repeat is cancelled.
• The A-B repeat function does not operate in scenes where different camera angles are recorded.
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