Curtis dvd5041 User manual

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IMPORTANT
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND RETAIN
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION
TO REDUCE THERISK OF FIREAND ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSETHIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION : To reduce the
risk of fire and electric shock,
do not remove the cover (or
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operation and servicing
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality
standards in the manufacture of your video product,
safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument.
However, safety is your responsibility, too. This sheet
lists important information that will help to assure your
enjoyment and proper use of the video product and
accessory equipment. Please read them carefully
before operation and using your video product.
8. Do not place naked flame sources, such as candles,
on the appliance.
9. Do not locate the appliance or cord near heat sources
such as radiators, heaters, air ducts or direct sunlight.
10. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Ensure
that vents are not covered by newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc. Do not install in a tight-fitting cabinet.
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
grille openings.
12. Do not run the cord under carpeting. Instead, arrange
the cord away from traffic areas where it will not become
a trip hazard.
13. To disconnect the appliance, turn the appliance off,
switch off the power outlet and remove the plug from the
power outlet.
14. Do not misuse the cord. Never carry the appliance by
the cord or pull to disconnect it from the outlet. Instead,
grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
15. Do not operate the appliance if it has a damaged cord
or plug; after the appliance malfunctions; or has been
dropped or damaged in any way. Consult an authorised
service facility or similarly qualified person for examination.
16. Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein, may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Caution
Do not open do not attempt to repair, disassemble or
modify this appliance.
Dangerous high voltages exist inside this appliance.
This appliance is only to be serviced by a qualified
person. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside.
Do not look at laser pick-up directly. Do not touch
the lens.
back) of the unit. Refer servicing only to qualified
service personnel.
Installation
Read all instructions carefully, even if you are familiar
with the appliance.
1. This appliance is not intended for use by children or
infirm persons without supervision.
2. Children should be prevented from playing with the
appliance.
3. This appliance should be placed on a dry, level surface
before it is operated.
4. INDOOR USE ONLY this appliance is not intended for
outdoor use.
5. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do
not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
6. Do not place items filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the appliance. Do not expose the appliance to dripping or
splashing liquids.
7. This appliance is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas or similar moist locations. Never locate this
appliance in the immediate surroundings of, or where it
may fall into, a bath, basin, washtub, shower or swimming
pool.

Installation Warnings
Ventilation slots and openings in the case are
provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation
of the video product and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not the blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or heat register. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation
is provided or the video product manufacturer
instructions have been followed.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding if an outside antenna
or cable system is connected to the video product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage
surges and builtup static charges. ANSI/NFPA
No. 70-1984 provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
Power Lines an outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines, other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching or approaching
such power lines or circuits, as contact with them
might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can
be hazardous and should be left to a professional
antenna installer.
Lightning for added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the video
product due to lightning and power line surges.
SAFETY INFORMATION
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent, or a similarly
qualified person, in order to avoid a hazard. This
product has not been designed for any uses other
than those specified in this booklet.
Laser Safety
This compact disc player is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT.
Only qualified service personnel should remove the
cover or attempt to service this device due to
possible eye injury.
Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock
failed or defeated.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.
Save These Instructions
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.
Compulsory Warnings

CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
SYSTEM CONNECTION
GETTING STARTED
FUNCTION BUTTONS
ON SCREEN DISPLAY
SETUP MENU
TROUBLE SHOOTING
About DVD
About the player
Front panel function
Back panel function
Remote control
Play a disc
Video port setup
Screen saver
[ Power ] , [ Open / Close disctray ] , [ Play / Pause / Stop ]
[ Skip], [Search ], [Slow ], [Select an item ], [Title/ Menu],[Numberkey pad]
[ Angle] , [ Save by hand] , [ Audio],[Volume control]
[ Pscan],[PROLOGIC ]
[ Search a desired section],[Repeat],[A-B],
[Zoom] ,[Mute],[3D],[PBC],[L/R]
[ Program ] , [ Return ] , [ Mark ], [ Clear ]
DVD mode
CD mode
MP3 mode
LANGUAGE MENU
OSD Menu / Subtitle / Audio / DVD Menu / Logo
VIDEO MENU
TV Shape /Video out
AUDIO MENU
Digital output / LPCM 48k DS
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WARNING
IMPORTANT NOTICE
FEATURES
DVD, CD, MP3,Picture CD compatible
CD-R, CD-RW capable
Video output:
Composite Video output
S-Video output
YPbPr output
Audio output:
Down-mix stereo output
Digital digital output
DTS surround output
Coaxial output
Optical output
5.1 channel output
DVD features:
Multi Subtitle select
Multi Language select
Multi Angle select
Other features:
On screen controlmenu
Digital zooming
Slow motion forward
Child lock
Auto screen saver
FEATURES
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RATING MENU
Password / Rating
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THE REMOTE CONTROL
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Loading batteries to the remote control
Remove the battery compartment cover.
Make sure that the batteries have been inserted
in the correct polarities matching to the symbols
+, - marked in the battery compartment. Close
the battery compartment cover.
When replacing batteries, replace both batteries.
Do not mix new and used batteries operating
together, otherwise, the operation lifetime will
be much shorter than normal.
Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used
for a prolonged period of time.
The remote control transmits a directional
infrared beam.Be sure to aim the remote
control directly at the infrared sensor of the
unit during operation.
If the sensor has been covered or there is a
large object between the remote control and
the sensor, the sensor will not respond.
The sensor may not able to receive the
remote signal when it is exposed to direct
sunlight or a strong artificial light (fluorescent
or strobe light). In this case, change the
direction of the light or reposition the unit to
avoid direct lighting.
Load two AAA (UM-4 ) batteries into the
battery compartment.
INTRODUCTION
Do not dispose batteries as normal rubbish. Be environmentally friendly,
dispose batteries following the Government's regulation.
BE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
UM-4 (AAA)
RO3.1.5VX2
Within approximately
6 meter (20 feet)
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Clean the disc surface with a soft, dry cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc surface gently , radically , from center
Toward the outer Edge.
Direct sunlight
Heat or exhaust from a heating device.
Extreme humidity
Store discs in cabinet vertically , in dry condition.
Prevent exposure to:
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DVD Region Code
DVD discs and DVD players are manufactured
under the worldwide agreed DVD Regional
Code System that the player will operate only
with corresponding disc of the same Regional
Code.
Select a DVD disc
Region code
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Region
Canada, USA
Europe (incl. Poland, Romania, The Czech
republic), Japan, Middle East (incl. Saudi
Arabia, Egypt, Iran, South Africa)
East Asia (incl. Hong Kong, T aiwan, South
Korea),
South-East Asia
Australia, Caribbean, Central & South
America, Mexico,
New Zealand
Africa, Former Soviet Union, India, North
Korea, Pakistan, Turkmenistan
China
Some features contained in this DVD player are related to the DVD disc's
software.
Some features cannot be performed if the disc does not support the feature,
or requires special settings.
Check the features printed on the disc's packing or follow the instructions
of the Disc's on screen menu.
Care of disc
Hold the disc with fingers. Hold the disc's outer edge
and/or the center spindle hole. Do not touch the disc
surface.
Do not bend or press the disc. Do NOT expose the disc
to direct sunlight or heating sources.
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Do not applythinner, alcohol chemical solvent, or sprays
when cleaning. Such cleaning fluids will permanently
damage the disc surface.
REMARK
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a digital video medium under
the MPEG II format, featuring a variety of revolutionary
entertainment capabilities. The MPEG II video compression
technology provides capacity for an excellent picture of
minimum 500 lines resolution on screen, up to 8 language
soundtracks, up to 9 views from different camera angles and
up to 32 language subtitles (provided the DVD disc itself
supports these features).
INTRODUCTION
About DVD
Single-layer / Single side
4.7GB = 2 hr
Single-layer / Double sides
8.5GB = 4 hr
Double-layers / Single side
9.4GB = 4.5 hr
Double-layers / Double sides
17GB = 8 hr
Disc information
Disc types
Sub-titles
Sound tracks
Symbol
500 lines up
Horizontal
Resolution
12cm / 8cm
Disc size 12cm / 8cm
Capacity
Recording
Method Digital / MPEG II
DVD CD
Digital
650MB=74min
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INTRODUCTION
About the player
Back panel
Front panel
POWER
STOP
R/L
OPEN/CLOSE
PAUSE
PLAY/
S-Video output
Video output
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Digital signal OPTICAL output jack
15.1CH OUT
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Y Pb Pr
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Digital signal COAXIAL output jack
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2CH L input jack
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2CH R input jack
5.1CH CEN output jack
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5.1CH SL output jack
5.1CH FL output jack
5.1CH SW output jack
5.1CH SR output jack
5.1CH FR output jack
VIDEO INPUT
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INTRODUCTION
Remote control
Notes
The remote control transmits a directiona infrared beam. Be sure to aiml
the remote control directly at the infrared sensor during operation. When
the sensor is covered or there is a large object between the remote control
and the sensor, the sensor cannot receive signals. The sensor may not be
able to receive signals properly when it is exposed to direct sunlight or a
strong artificial light (such as a f luorescent or strobe light). In this case,
change the direction of the light or reposition the unit to avoid direct lighting.
Some features contained in this DVD player are
related to theDVD Disc's software.
Some features cannot be performed if the disc does
not support the feature, or requires special settings.
Check the features printed on the disc's packing or
follow the instructions of the Disc's on screen menu.
REMARK
Some features of the player can only be performed
by the remote control.
Some features described in this owner's manual are
related to the Disc's encoding.
Some features may not be available, if the disc
encoding does not support the feature.
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POWER
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PSCAN
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PROG
MUTE
AUDIO
DOWN
OSD
ZOOM
SETUP
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ANGLE
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PAUSE
ENTER
LEFT
UP
PROLOGIC
VOL-
CLEAR
SUBTITLE
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RETURN
SLOW
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TITLE
SEARCH
A-B
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PBC
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INPUT
SHUFFLE

SYSTEM CONNECTION
Preparations
Accessories
1. Remote controller 2. Audio/Video cable 3. User's manual
(check whether be fully equipped after open the box)
Battery installation of remote controller
Place two AAA(UM-4) in the battery compartment. Be sure the polarities are correct. There
should be no large obstacles between the remote controller and the main unit.
System connection
1. When making connection between this unit and other components, be sure all
connection with power-off.
2. Audio/Video cables are connected according to the different colour identification and
they should be fitted firmly.
Yellow to video terminal
White to audio terminal L
Red to audio terminal R
3. Scheme of connection
WITH YPbPr CONNECTION
TO TV YPbPr OUTPUT
5.1 CHANNEL CONNECTION
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TO Y Pr O UTPUTPb
TO COAXIAL OUTPUT
TO VIDEO OUTPUT
TO OPTICAL OUTPUT
TO S-VIDEO OUTPUT
TO 2CH L OUTPUT
TO 2CH R OUTPUT
TO VIDEO1/VIDEO2 OUTPUT
TO CEN OUTPUT
TO SL OUTPUT
TO FL OUTPUT
TO FR OUTPUT
TO SR OUTPUT
TO SW OUTPUT
Av1[input L,R,Video ]
Note:

~110V 60Hz
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CONNECTIONS

CONNECT THE DVDTO ATV USING THE Y/Pb/Pr JACKS.
Use the COMPONENTCable(not supplied) to connect DVD playerto your TV.
Touse it, you must press P-SCANbutton to switchthe video mode to
progressive scan orYUV.
Audio
IN Video
IN
Y
Pr
Pb
Audio cable Component cable
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CONNECTIONS
CONNECT DVD PLAYER TO TV SET BYAV CABLE
Connect the Compositevideo cable (supplied)to connect yourunit and yourTV.
CONNECT DVD PLAYER TO TV SET BYS-VIDEO SOCKET
Connect the S-VIDEOcable(not supplied) to connect DVD playerand your TV.
Audio
IN Video
IN
Audio
IN Video
IN
S-Video
Audio cable
Audio cable
Video cable
S-Video cable
TV SET CONNECTIONS
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GETTING STARTED
Play a disc
Normally, when a MP3 disc is loaded, the unit will
take longer time to download the initial data.
DVD disc that does not match the region code cannot be
executed by this player.
Return to the disc main menu, press MENU button on the remote.
Prevent loading the disc upside down.
NOTE
Switch on the player
Push the main power button to turn on the
DVD unit. Power on the TV set and the
amplifier if connected.
Set up the system
Select the corresponding setting of the TV set (A V1, A V2, S-
Video etc.) and the amplifier , until the DVD Logo appears on screen
Load a disc
Press EJECT button on the remote control (or front panel open/close)
to open the disc tray. Load a disc and press EJECT to close the
disc tray
(Note, place the disc's label side up, blank side down)
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Automatic Play
The unit will take a few seconds to download the disc initial data, display the disc type logo in the left
upper corner of the TV screen, and then start playing automatically.
If a DVD Disc Menu appears on screen
Press PLAY button on the remote
(or on the unit) to start playing.
Press CURSOR buttons
to select the
desired feature
in the menu,
And then
press the ENTER button
to confirm a selection.
or
Unpack the unit.
Read through this owner's manual before installation and use.
Load batteries into the remote control unit.
Connect the system,make sure the connections are secured.
Connect the power plug to the AC power outlet.
Some features contained in this DVD player
are related to the DVD disc's software.
Some features cannot be performed if the
disc does not support The feature, or requires
special settings.
Check the features printed on the disc's
packing or follow the instructions of the Disc's
on screen menu.
REMARK
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EJECT
STEPSTEP
STEPSTEP STEPSTEP

Video port setup
The DVD player is equipped with the following video ports:
Composite Video (V) (Always active)
S-Video (Default option)
The DVD player has been pre-set at the factory to
Composite Video (V) and S-Video outputs, as default settings.
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The player is equipped with the following video output ports:
Composite Video and S-Video always
active, does not need setting.
GETTING ST ARTED

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GETTING ST ARTED
The player is equipped with an automatic
screen saver, for the purpose of protecting
the TV screen.
The TV screen will be black and a screen
Saver will appear on screen if :
No disc is loaded for 180 seconds
In STOP mode and no button has been
Pressed for 180 seconds.
(except in the player or disc menu)
When any button is pressed, the player will
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
Play / Pause/ Stop
Press PLAY button
To play the Disc
Then Press PAUSE button
to pause.
Press to resume normal playback.
Press STOP button
to stop in two modes:
a) Press Once
b) Press Twice
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STOP memorizes the interrupt position.
( May resume with Play button )
To stop completely
(Will NOT resume with Play button)
Open /Close disctray
To open and close The disc tray:
Press EJECT button on the remote
Power ON / OFF
To switch the player Between power on and off mode:
Press POWER button on front panel
or POWER button on the remote
(Always switch off the player after use)
POWER ON /OFF
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EJECT
STEPSTEP

The unit muted in SLOW mode
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
Search Forward / Backward
Press to skip forward (chapters)
Press to skip backward (chapters)
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Skip Forward / Backward
Slow Forward
Player will not advance or reverse during
"WARNING" section of any disc.
Player will not advance or reverse during
"WARNING" section of any Disc.
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Press to play slow forward
Repeat pressing the Button to change slow forward speed
Press PLA Y button
to resume normal playback
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Press to Search forward
Repeat pressing the button to change search speed
Press to search backward
Repeat pressing the Button to change search speed
Press PLA Y button
to resume normal playback
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
press cursor button
to move between function items.
Press
to confirm a selection.
Press
to cancel an entry.
Press
to return to the previous menu.
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Select an item in menu
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In the disc menu or setup menu
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Disc menu is a DVD disc feature, allowing
users to select functions on screen.
Disc title is the beginning track of a DVD disc.
Some DVD discs refuse the "TITLE” function.
Disc MENU
Press MENU button
return to the DVD disc Menu.
Press TITLE Button
return to the DVD disc Title.
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Disc TITLE
Disc TItle /Menu
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Press the numeric Key pad to input data for disc or setup menu.
Program functionality depends on different DVD disc's format, some DVD discs do not allow direct access function.
Input the desired Chapter or Track number using the
Numeric key pad. Press ENTER button to confirm your
direct access Chapter or key selection.
Track - when playing a CD or Mp3 disc
Numeric input - Function / Menu
Chapter - when Playing a DVD disc, or
Numeric Key Pad / Direct Program access
Direct Program access
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STEPSTEP
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
Multi-Angle
If a DVD disc contains Multi-Angle feature, viewing angles
may be selected:
1During in playback, repeat pressing
ANGLE button
to select the desired viewing angle
Status will be displayed on screen..
A DVD disc may contain
up to 9 selectable viewing angles.
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Total angles
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FUNCTION BUTTONS
In most cases, an Audio Soundtrack selection will be displayed
on a DVD disc start up menu.
Press CURSOR Button to select and ENTER button to confirm.
If a DVD disc contains Multi-Audio Soundtrack feature,
Audio Language can be selected:
During in playback, repeat pressing AUDIO
button
to select the desired audio language.
Playback status will be displayed on screen.
A DVD disc may contain up to 8 audio language selections.
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Current Language
Total subtitle
AUDIO
Press VOL- VOL+ may select channel
volume level.
Press CH to select channel
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Volume control
STEP