Denon DVD-A1 User manual

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MODE D’EMPLOI
ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
BRUKSANVISNING
FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 004 ~ PAGE 036
FÜR DEUTSCHE LESER SEITE 037 ~ SEITE 118
POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 039 ~ PAGE 119
PER IL LETTORE ITALIANO PAGINA 042 ~ PAGINA 120
PARA LECTORES DE ESPAÑOL PAGINA 123 ~ PAGINA 204
VOOR NEDERLANDSTALIGE LEZERS PAGINA 125 ~ PAGINA 205
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NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH /
OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTE SULL’USO
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a
rack.
• Vermeiden Sie hohe Temperaturen.
Beachten Sie, daß eine ausreichend Luftzirkulation
gewährleistet wird, wenn das Gerät auf ein Regal gestellt
wird.
• Eviter des températures élevées
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur suffisante lors
de l’installation sur une étagère.
• Evitate di esporre l’unità a temperature alte.
Assicuratevi che ci sia un’adeguata dispersione del calore
quando installate l’unità in un mobile per componenti
audio.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Gehen Sie vorsichtig mit dem Netzkabel um.
Halten Sie das Kabel am Stecker, wenn Sie den Stecker
herausziehen.
• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cordon.
• Manneggiate il filo di alimentazione con cura.
Agite per la spina quando scollegate il cavo dalla presa.
• Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.
• Halten Sie das Gerät von Feuchtigkeit, Wasser und Staub
fern.
• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et lapoussière.
• Tenete l’unità lontana dall’umidità, dall’acqua e dalla
polvere.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long
periods of time.
• Wenn das Gerät eine längere Zeit nicht verwendet
werden soll, trennen Sie das Netzkabel vom Netzstecker.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque l’appareil
n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes.
• Disinnestate il filo di alimentazione quando avete
l’intenzione di non usare il filo di alimentazione per un
lungo periodo di tempo.
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Die Belüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht verdeckt werden.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
• Non coprite i fori di ventilazione.
* (For sets with ventilation holes)
• Do not let foreign objects in the set.
• Keine fremden Gegenstände in das Gerät kommen
lassen.
• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans l’appareil.
• E’ importante che nessun oggetto è inserito all’interno
dell’unità.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in
contact with the set.
• Lassen Sie das Gerät nicht mit Insektiziden, Benzin oder
Verdünnungsmitteln in Berührung kommen.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du benzène et
un diluant avec l’appareil.
• Assicuratevvi che l’unità non venga in contatto con
insetticidi, benzolo o solventi.
• Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.
• Versuchen Sie niemals das Gerät auseinander zu nehmen
oder auf jegliche Art zu verändern.
• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil d’une manière
ou d’une autre.
• Non smontate mai, nè modificate l’unità in nessun modo.
•DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to
which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following
standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and
93/68/EEC Directive.
•ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG
Wir erklären unter unserer Verantwortung, daß dieses Produkt,
auf das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, den folgenden Standards
entspricht:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 und EN61000-3-3.
Entspricht den Verordnungen der Direktive 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC und 93/68/EEC.
•DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité que l’appareil,
auquel se réfère cette déclaration, est conforme aux standards
suivants:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 et EN61000-3-3.
D’après les dispositions de la Directive 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC et
93/68/EEC.
•DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ
Dichiariamo con piena responsabilità che questo prodotto, al
quale la nostra dichiarazione si riferisce, è conforme alle seguenti
normative:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 e EN61000-3-3.
In conformità con le condizioni delle direttive 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC e 93/68/EEC.
QUESTO PRODOTTO E’ CONFORME
AL D.M. 28/08/95 N. 548
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within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
• The ventilation should not be impeded
by covering the ventilation openings
with items, such as newspapers, table-
cloths, curtains, etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, should be placed on
the apparatus.
• Please be care the environmental
aspects of battery disposal.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing for use.
• No objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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—TABLE OF CONTENTS —
zFeatures...........................................................4, 5
xDiscs ....................................................................5
cCautions on Handling Discs .................................6
vConnections...................................................6~10
bPart Names and Functions...........................10, 11
nRemote Control Unit....................................11, 12
mChanging the Default Settings...................12 ~ 21
,Loading Discs.....................................................22
.Playback.......................................................22~24
⁄0 Adjusting the Picture Quality .......................25, 26
⁄1 Using the On-Screen Display.............................26
⁄2 Playing Repeatedly.............................................27
⁄3 Playing Tracks in the Desired Order...................28
⁄4 Playing Tracks in the Random Order..................28
⁄5 Using the Pure Direct Mode ..............................29
⁄6 Using the DVD-A1 as a D/A converter ...............29
⁄7 MP3 Playback ....................................................30
⁄8 Playing Still Picture Files (JPEG format).......31, 32
⁄9 Using the Multiple Audio,
Subtitle and Angle Functions .......................32, 33
¤0 Using the Menus ...............................................34
¤1 Marking Scenes you want to see again.............35
¤2 Playing in the Zoom Mode.................................35
¤3 Troubleshooting .................................................36
¤4 Main Specifications............................................36
•ACCESSORIES
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tRemote control unit (RC-552) ……………………1
yR06/AA batteries …………………………………2
uOperating instructions ……………………………1
iService station list ………………………………1
qwe r ty
The DVD-A1 is DENON’s top grade DVD audio-video
player equipped with the latest in digital technology.
This includes AL24 Processing Plus, a newly
developed analog waveform reproduction technology
with sights on next generation media, as well as a
multi 24-bit D/A converter with 192 kHz sampling
compatibility taking maximum advantage of the high
quality offered by AL24 Processing Plus.
1. Newly developed AL24 Processing Plus
(1) AL24 Processing Plus, an advanced version of
conventional AL24 Processing, is a newly
developed analog waveform reproduction
technology, and offers compatibility with the
high number of bits and high sampling rates of
next generation media. AL24 Processing Plus
compensates the input digital data to
reproduce the sound with analog waveforms
as close as possible to those existing in nature
and with 24-bit quality. The result is increased
musical reproduction capabilities of
reverberations, etc., at low levels, for a sound
that seems to draw you into the concert hall.
(2) AL24 Processing Plus of course carries over
Adaptive Line Pattern Harmonized Algorithm &
Automatic Low Pass Filter Harmonic
Adjustment, the strong points of conventional
ALPHA Processing. On the DVD-A1 these
filters have been dramatically improved,
resulting in a filtered band attenuation of over
–115 dB and ripple within the passing band of
±0.00002 dB, a figure comparable to that of
professional recorders.
2. High precision multi 24-bit D/A converter
(1) The DVD-A1 is equipped with a multi 24-bit
D/A converter for faithful D/A conversion of
the high quality 24-bit data achieved through
AL24 Processing Plus. This further enhances
such aspects of audio performance as the S/N
ratio, dynamic range and distortion and makes
full use of the possibilities for high quality
sound provided by a high number of bits and
high sampling rates.
(2) The multi 24-bit D/A converter is little affected
by noise resulting from fluctuations in the
power supply voltage and current, and the
quantization distortion level within the band is
constant regardless of the frequency, resulting
in clear sound with little noise.
3. HDCD®(High Definition Compatible Digital)
decoder (NOTE 1)
HDCD is an encoding/decoding technology that
greatly reduces the distortion occurring at the
time of digital recording while maintaining
compatibility with the conventional CD format.
HDCD allows 24-bit data to be converted into the
16-bit data of current CDs with no loss in sound
quality.
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FEATURES
IMPORTANT TO SAFETY
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
1. Handle the power supply cord carefully
Do not damage or deform the power supply cord.
If it is damaged or deformed, it may cause electric
shock or malfunction when used. When removing
from wall outlet, be sure to remove by holding the
plug attachment and not by pulling the cord.
2. Do not open the top cover
In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the
top cover.
If problems occur, contact your DENON DEALER.
3. Do not place anything inside
Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the
DVD video player.
Electric shock or malfunction may result.
Please, record and retain the Model name and serial
number of your set shown on the rating label.
Model No. DVD-A1 Serial No.
NOTE:
This DVD video player uses the semiconductor laser.
To allow you to enjoy music at a stable operation, it is
recommended to use this in a room of 10°C (50°F) —
35°C (95°F).
Copyrights
2It is prohibited by law to reproduce, broadcast, rent
or play discs in public without the consent of the
copyright holder.
For European For Oceanian
model model
The use of this HDCD decoder makes it possible
to achieve the high resolution and low distortion
characteristic of HDCD when playing HDCD-
compatible discs, and DENON’s digital technology
optimizes the high sound quality possibilities of
HDCD technology. Furthermore, normal CDs,
DVDs and HDCD-compatible CDs are
automatically identified, and the optimum digital
signal processing for that type of disc is used.
4. Dolby Digital (AC-3)/DTS decoder (NOTE 2)
(NOTE 3)
The DVD-A1 is equipped with a built-in Dolby
Digital (AC-3) /DTS decoder, allowing you to
recreate the atmosphere of a movie theater or
concert hall when using the DVD-A1 in
combination with an AV amplifier and speakers.
5. THX®Ultra Certification, the symbol of
excellent high quality (NOTE 4)
The DVD-A1 meets THX®Ultra standards, a strict
set of criteria advocated by Lucasfilm on the
picture and sound quality of DVD players and their
operability with connected equipment. This makes
it possible to achieve the high quality pictures and
sound.
6. Progressive Scan circuit “Pure ProgressiveTM”
(NOTE 5)
The DVD-A1 is equipped with a high precision
Progressive Scan circuit “Pure ProgressiveTM”
allowing it to reproduce movies and other images
on DVDs with a quality near that of the original.
7. 14-bit/108 MHz video D/A converter (NOTE 6)
The DVD-A1 uses a video D/A converter that
conducts D/A conversion of all video signals at 14
bits and allows 4X oversampling in the
progressive mode to achieve the high quality
picture that DVDs are meant to provide. In
addition, NSV technology reduces noise upon D/A
conversion.
8. Thorough vibration-resistant design
(1) A large sintered alloy insulator absorbs
vibrations from the floor.
(2) The pickup mechanism is positioned at the
center to reduce the effects of external
vibrations.
(3) A heavyweight chassis and low center of
gravity make for a low vibration design.
9. Digital input connectors
The DVD-A1 can be used as a D/A converter by
connecting it to an external digital component
using the digital connectors.
10. Multiple functions
(1) Picture CD playback function (NOTE 7)
Kodak Picture CDs can be played on the DVD-
A1.
Still images stored in JPEG format on CD-
R/RWs can also be played.
(2) Multiple audio function
Selection of up to 8 audio languages.
(The number of languages offered differs from
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(3) Multiple subtitle function
Selection of up to 32 subtitle languages.
(The number of languages offered differs from
DVD to DVD.)
(4) Multiple angle function
The angle of view can be changed.
(For DVDs on which multiple angles are
recorded.)
(5) GUI (Graphical User Interface) function
The display button on the remote control unit
can be used to display player and disc
information on the TV screen.
(6) Marker function
The positions of up to five scenes can be
stored in the memory, so you can watch your
favorite scenes whenever you want.
(7) Playback disable function
This function can be used to disable playback
of DVDs you do not want children to watch.
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DISCS
• The types of discs listed on the table below can be
used on the DVD-A1.
The marks are indicated on the disc labels or
jackets.
Usable
discs Mark (logo) Recorded signals Disc size
DVD video
DVD audio
(NOTE 1)
DVD-R
DVD-RW
(NOTE 2)
Digital audio
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digital video
(MPEG2)
12 cm
8 cm
12 cm
8 cm
12 cm
8 cm
Digital audio
+
digital video
(MPEG1)
Digital audio
MP3
Digital picture
(JPEG)
Video CD
(NOTE 1)
CD
CD-R
CD-RW
(NOTE 3)
Recordable
ReWritable
12 cmJPEGPicture CD
R
R
R W
R W
2The following types of discs cannot be played
on the DVD-A1:
• For European model:
DVDs with region numbers other than “2” or
“ALL”
For Oceanian, South American model:
DVDs with region numbers other than “4” or
“ALL”
• DVD-ROM/RAMs
• DVD+RW/DVD+R
• SACD
• CD-ROMs
• CDVs (Only the audio part can be played.)
• CD-Gs (Only the audio is output.)
• Photo CDs
NOTE 1: Some DVD audio, DVD video and video CD
discs do not operate as described in this
manual due to the intentions of the discs’
producers.
NOTE 2: Playing DVD-R and DVD-RW discs
DVD-R and DVD-RW discs recorded in video
format on a DVD recorder can be played on
the DVD-A1.
Discs that have not be finalized cannot be
played.
Depending on the disc’s recording status,
the disc may not be accepted or may not be
played normally (the picture or sound may be
not be smooth, etc.).
NOTE 3: According to recording quality, some CD-
R/RW cannot be played.
2Disc terminology
•Groups and tracks (DVD-audios)
DVD-audios are divided into several large sections
called “groups” and smaller sections called
“tracks”.
Numbers are allotted to these sections. These
numbers are called “group numbers” and “track
numbers”.
For example:
Group 1 Group 2
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 1 Track 2
•Titles and chapters (DVD-videos)
DVD-videos are divided into several large sections
called “titles” and smaller sections called
“chapters”.
Numbers are allotted to these sections. These
numbers are called “title numbers” and “chapter
numbers”.
For example:
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2
•Tracks (video and music CDs)
Video and music CDs are divided into sections
called “tracks”.
Numbers are allotted to these sections. These
numbers are called “track numbers”.
For example:
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
•Playback control (video CDs)
Video CDs including the words “playback control”
on the disc or jacket are equipped with a function
for displaying menus on the TV screen for
selecting the desired position, displaying
information, etc., in dialog fashion.
In this manual, playing video CDs using such
menus is referred to “menu playback”.
Video CDs with playback control can be used on
the DVD-A1.
NOTE:
• This DVD player is designed and manufactured to
respond to the Region Management Information
that is recorded on a DVD disc.
If the Region number described on the DVD disc
does not correspond to the Region number of this
DVD player, this DVD player cannot play this disc.
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For European model:
The Region number for this DVD
player is 2.
For Oceanian, South American
model:
The Region number for this DVD
player is 4.
NOTES:
1. ®,HDCD®, High Definition Compatible
Digital®and Pacific MicrosonicsTM are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific
Microsonics, Inc. in the United States and/or other
countries. HDCD system manufactured under
license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product
is covered by one or more of the following: In the
USA: 5,479,168, 5,683,074, 5,640,161, 5,808,574,
5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in
Australia: 669114. Other patents pending.
2. Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished
work. ©1992 – 1998 Dolby Laboratories. All rights
reserved.
3. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
4. Manufactured under license of Lucasfilm Ltd.
Lucasfilm and THX®Ultra are registered
trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.
5. “Pure Progressive” is a trademark of Silicon
Image, Inc.
6. “NSV” is a trademark of Analog Devices, Inc.
7. “KODAK” is a trademark of Eastman Kodak
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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING DISCS
Discs
Only the discs including the marks shown on page 5
can be played on the DVD-A1.
Note, however, that discs with special shapes (heart-
shaped discs, hexagonal discs, etc.) cannot be played
on the DVD-A1. Do not attempt to play such discs, as
they may damage the player.
Holding Discs
Avoid touching the surface of discs when loading and
unloading them.
Be careful not to get
fingerprints on the signal
surface (the side which
shines in rainbow colors).
Cleaning Discs
2Fingerprints or dirt on the disc may lower sound
and picture quality or cause breaks in playback.
Wipe off fingerprints or dirt.
2Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a
soft cloth to wipe off fingerprints or dirt.
Wipe gently from the middle
outwards.
Do not wipe with a
circular motion.
NOTE:
• Do not use record spray or antistatic. Also do
not use volatile chemicals such as benzene or
thinner.
Record
spray
Thinner Benzene
Cautions on Handling Discs
• Do not get fingerprints, grease or dirt on discs.
• Be especially careful not to scratch discs when
removing them from their cases.
• Do not bend discs.
• Do not heat discs.
• Do not enlarge the center hole.
• Do not write on the labeled (printed) side with a ball-
point pen or a pencil.
• Water droplets may form on the surface if the disc
is moved suddenly from a cold place to a warm one.
Do not use a hairdryer, etc., to dry the disc.
Cautions on Storing Discs
• Always eject discs after playing them.
• Keep discs in their cases to protect them from dust,
scratches and warping.
• Do not put discs in the following places:
1. Places exposed to direct sunlight for long periods
of time
2. Humid or dusty places
3. Places exposed to heat from heaters, etc.
Cautions on Loading Discs
• Only load one disc at a time. Loading one disc on
top of another may result in damage or scratch the
discs.
• Load 8 cm discs securely in the disc guide, without
using an adapter. If the disc is not properly loaded, it
may slip out of the guide and block the disc tray.
• Be careful not to let your fingers get caught when
the disc tray is closing.
• Do not place anything but discs in the disc tray.
• Do not load cracked or warped discs or discs that
have been fixed with adhesive, etc.
• Do not use discs on which the adhesive part of
cellophane tape or glue used to attach the label is
exposed, or discs with traces of tape or labels that
have been peeled off. Such discs may get stuck
inside the player, resulting in damage.
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CONNECTIONS
•Read the manuals of all the components when
making connections.
•Keep the power cord unplugged until all
connections have been completed.
•
If the power is on when connections are made,
noise may be generated and damage the speakers.
NOTES:
•Be sure to connect the left and right channels
properly, L (left) to L, R (right) to R.
•Plug the power cord securely into the power
outlet. Incomplete connection may result in noise.
•Binding the power cord together with connection
cords may result in humming or noise.
(1) Connecting a TV
• Use the included audio video cord to connect the TV’s video input connector and audio input connectors to
the DVD-A1’s VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT.
DVD-A1
S-Video output connector
The video signals are divided into color (C) and
brightness (Y) signals, achieving a clearer
picture.
If the TV is equipped with an S-Video input
connector, we recommend connecting it to the
DVD-A1’s S-Video output connector using a
commercially available S-Video connection cord.
To power outlet
TV
•Connect the DVD-A1’s video outputs to the TV
either directly or through an AV amplifier. Do not
connect it via a VCR (video cassette recorder).
Some discs contain copy prohibit signals. If such
discs are played via a VCR, the copy prohibit
system may cause disturbance in the picture.
• Set the “TV TYPE” in “VIDEO SETUP” in
“SETUP“ to comply with your TV's video format.
When the TV is PAL formated, set to PAL. (See
page 15.)
NOTES:
•To use with 2-channel audio output, set “2
CHANNEL” in “AUDIO CHANNEL” in “AUDIO
SETUP” in “SETUP” at the initial settings. (See
page 16)
•Set the “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in
“SETUP” to comply with your TV’s aspect. (See
page 15)
•To use with video out or s-video output, set
“INTERLACED” in “VIDEO OUT” in “VIDEO
SETUP” in “SETUP” at the initial settings. (See
page 15)

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(2) Connecting to a TV or Monitor Equipped with Color Component Input
Connectors
AV1
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
PR/CRPB/CBY
AUDIO IN
L
R
Color component output connectors (PR/CR, PB/CBand Y)
The red (PR/CR), blue (PB/CB) and brightness (Y) signals are output independently, achieving
more faithful reproduction of the colors.
• The color component input connectors may be marked differently on some TVs or
monitors (PR, PBand Y/R-Y, B-Y and Y/CR, CBand Y, etc.). For details, refer to the TV’s
operating instructions.
Connect in this way if your TV is compatible with Progressive Scan.
DVD-A1
To power outlet
NOTES:
•Use the three commercially available video cords to connect the DVD-A1’s color component output
connectors to the TV or monitor.
• Set the “TV TYPE“ in “VIDEO SETUP“ in “SETUP“ to comply with your TV's video format. When the TV
is PAL formated, set to PAL. (See page 15.)
• Set the “VIDEO OUT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to comply with Progressive TV. (NTSC formated
only)
•To use with 2-channel audio output, set “2 CHANNEL” in “AUDIO CHANNEL” in “AUDIO SETUP” in
“SETUP” at the initial settings. (See page 16)
•Set the “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to comply with your TV’s aspect. (See page 15)
TV
CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE.
IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER
SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE “STANDARD DEFINITION” OUTPUT.
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(3) Connecting to a TV with 21-pin SCART Terminal (For only European model)
• Use the commercially 21-pin SCART cable to connect the TV’s 21-pin SCART terminal to the DVD-A1’s 21-pin
SCART terminal (AV1).
AV1
DVD-A1
To power outlet
TV
21-pin SCART terminal
• Set the “TV TYPE“ in “VIDEO SETUP“ in
“SETUP“ to comply with your TV's video format.
When the TV is PAL formated, set to PAL. (See
page 15.)
NOTES:
•Some discs contain copy prohibit signals. If such
discs are played via a VCR, the copy prohibit
system may cause disturbance in the picture.

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(4) Connecting to a AV amplifier with a Built-in decoder
When DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS are played, Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream signals are output from
the DVD player’s digital audio output connectors. If a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder is connected, you can
achieve sound with the power and sense of presence of a movie theater or concert hall.
AV1
DVD-A1
Digital audio input
connector
(OPTICAL)
Front speaker (left)
Center speaker
Front speaker (right)
Digital audio input
connector (COAXIAL)
Subwoofer
Surround speaker
(left)
AV amplifier with a built-in decoder
(AV control center)
Surround speaker (right)
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Connecting an optical fiber cable (commercially available) to the digital audio input connector (OPTICAL)
Dust cap Line up in proper direction
Remove the dust cap, line up the cable in the proper
directly, then insert it securely as far as it goes.
NOTE:
•Store the dust cap in a safe place, and be careful
not to lose it.
When not using the terminal, attach the cap to
protect the terminal from dust.
NOTES:
•Harsh noise that could harm your ears or damage the speakers is generated when a DVD recorded in DTS
is played while using a decoder, etc., that is not DTS-compatible.
• When playing copyright-protected linear PCM or packed PCM DVDs, in consideration of copyrights, no
digital signals are output for sources exceeding 48 kHz/16 bits. When playing such sources, either set
“LPCM (44.1 kHz/48 kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “ON” (see page 18) or make analog
connections. (See page 9.)
• When making digital connections to an AV amplifier that is not compatible with 96 kHz/88.2 kHz signals,
set “LPCM (44.1 kHz/48 kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “ON”. (See page 18.)
To power outlet
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2Sound output from the DVD-A1’s digital audio output connectors
In the case of bit stream output
NORMAL Audio recording format
Dolby Digital
DTS
MPEG Audio
DIGITAL OUT
2 channels PCM
(48 kHz / 16 bit)
2 channels PCM
(48 kHz / 16 bit)
2 channels PCM
(48 kHz / 16 bit)
PCM
DVD video
Dolby Digital bitstream
DTS bitstream
2 channels PCM
(48 kHz / 16 bit)
Settings
In the case of PCM output
OFF
DVD
audio
Audio recording format
Linear
PCM
Video CD
Music CD
MP3 CD
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
192 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
176.4 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
MPEG 1
44.1 kHz / 16 bit Linear PCM
MP 3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3)
96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
88.2 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
44.1 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit
LPCM SELECT
48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
ON
DVD
video
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM
No output data
No output data
No output data
No output data
No output data (*1)
No output data (*2)
No output data
No output data (*1)
32 ~ 48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
Copy protection ON
88.2 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
88.2 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
Copy protection OFF
32 ~ 48 kHz / 16 bit PCM
48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
44.1 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
Linear PCM or
Packed PCM
Settings
*1 Only 48 kHz/16-bit sources are output.
*2 Only 44.1 kHz/16-bit sources are output.
• Down-mixed to 2 channels for multi-channel PCM sources. (Only the front left and right channels are output
for sources for which down-mixing is prohibited.)
• When “OFF” is selected, digital signals are not output from the digital audio output at this time.
• Linear PCM audio is a signal recording format used for music CDs.
While signals are recorded at 44.1 kHz/16 bit for music CDs, for DVDs they are recorded at 44.1kHz/16bit to
192kHz/24 bit, providing higher sound quality than music CDs.
• Packed PCM signals are high sound quality compressed PCM signals that are decompressed with virtually no
loss of data.

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(6) Connecting to a Digital Recorder (MD Recorder, DAT Deck, etc.)
AV1
89
B
✽Set the “AUDIO SETUP” default setting
as shown below. (See page 18.)
• “DIGITAL OUT” →“PCM”
“LPCM (44.1 kHz / 48 kHz)” →“ON”
Playing DVDs with incorrect settings may
result noise that could damage your ears or
the speakers.
DVD-A1
Digital audio input connector (COAXIAL)
Digital audio input connector (OPTICAL)
(7) Connecting to a Stereo Component
AV1
DVD-A1
Stereo component
NOTES:
• When connecting to a 2-channel audio stereo device, set “AUDIO CHANNEL” under “AUDIO SETUP” at
“SETUP” to “2 CHANNEL” (see page 16). For multi-channel sources, the signals are down-mixed into two
channels (analog). (Only the front left and right channels are output for sources for which down-mixing is
prohibited.)
• Set “LPCM (44.1 kHz/48 kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “OFF”. (See page 18.)
(If set to “ON”, analog audio signals converted to 48 kHz will be output for linear PCM or packed PCM
sources.)
• Set “DIGITAL OUTPUT” at “PURE DIRECT MODE” to “OFF”. (See page 29.)
(If set to “ON”, analog audio signals converted to 96 kHz/88.2 kHz will be output when playing sources
recorded at 196 kHz/176.4 kHz.)
(5) Connecting a basic 5.1-channel surround system
Analog 5.1-channel audio signals can be output from the DVD-A1.
The multichannel audio signals recorded in packed PCM can be played when an AV amplifier equipped with
analog 5.1-channel audio inputs is connected.
AV1
DVD-A1
To power outlet
Front speaker (left)
Center speaker
Front speaker (right)
Subwoofer
Surround speaker (right)
AV amplifier with 5.1-channel input
terminals
Surround speaker (left)
FRONT
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
CENTER
NOTES:
•For multi-channel connections, set “AUDIO CHANNEL” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “MULTI
CHANNEL” and make the “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION”, “CHANNEL LEVEL” and “DELAY TIME”
settings.
• Set “LPCM (44.1 kHz/48 kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “OFF”. (See page 18.)
(If set to “ON”, analog audio signals converted to 96 kHz/88.2 kHz will be output when playing sources
recorded at 196 kHz/176.4 kHz.)
• When playing DVDs that are not copyright-protected and the unit is set to output digital and analog audio
signals simultaneously, for some discs only the signals below 96 kHz for the front two channels will be
output for the analog part.
When playing DVDs that are not copyright-protected, set “DIGITAL OUTPUT” at “PURE DIRECT MODE”
to “OFF”. (See page 29.)
• When playing DVDs recorded in MPEG audio format, the audio signals are down-mixed to 2 channels for
output.
• With the DVD-A1, we recommend turning the digital output off and only outputting analog signals in order
to keep interference from the digital output circuitry to the minimum and allow you to enjoy high bit, high
sampling frequency, high quality multi-channel sound.

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(8) Denon Link connections
High quality digital sound with reduced digital signal transfer loss can be enjoyed by connecting a separately
sold Denon Link compatible AV amplifier.
PB/CB
PR/CR
DENON LINK
AV1
PHONES DIRECT STEREO
ANALOG EXT.IN
DOLBY
SURROUND DTS
SURROUND WIDE
SCREEN
CINEMA/
MUSIC 6.1/ 7.1 SURROUND VIDEO ON/ OFF
STATUS
M-ZONE1
FUNCTION CONTROL
INPUT
MODE
5CH/ 7CH
STEREO DSP
SIMULATION
TONE
DEFEAT
MODE
SELECT
REC/
M-ZONE2
SURROUNDMODE
INPUT RECSELECT / M-ZONE
MULTIFUNCTION
DVD-A1
To power outlet
Front speaker (left)
Surround speaker (left)
DENON LINK
AV amplifier with Denon Link input
terminals
Surround speaker (right)
Subwoofer
Front speaker (right)
Center speaker
NOTES:
• With Denon Link, digital transfer is only possible for discs that are not copyright-protected.
• When playing linear PCM or packed PCM DVDs that are not copyright-protected, digital transfer is possible
at up to 24-bits/2-channels for 192/176.4 kHz or 24-bits/6-channels for 96 kHz by using Denon Link
connections.
• When playing copyright-protected linear PCM or packed PCM DVDs, in consideration of copyrights, linear
PCM signals are not output from the DENON LINK terminal for sources exceeding 48 kHz/16 bits, so also
make analog connections (see page 9). “PROTECTION” is displayed on the DVD-A1’s display when
copyright-protected DVDs are played.
• To output signals from the DENON LINK terminal when playing DVDs that are not copyright-protected, set
“DIGITAL OUTPUT” at “PURE DIRECT MODE” to “OFF”. (See page 29.)
(If set to “ON”, for some discs signals below 96 kHz/2 channels will be output from the DENON LINK and
analog audio output terminals.)
• Set “LPCM (44.1 kHz/48 kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “OFF”. (See page 18.)
(If set to “ON”, analog audio signals converted to 48 kHz will be output for linear PCM or packed PCM
sources.)
• To output the bitstream signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other sources from the DENON LINK terminals,
set “DIGITAL OUTPUT” at “PURE DIRECT MODE” to “ON”. (See page 29.)
•The DVD-A1’s speaker settings are invalidated when Denon Link connections are used.
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
(1) Front Panel
See page 3.
qPower button
• Press once to turn the power on.
• Press again to set to the “OFF” position and
turn the power off.
• Set the power to the standby mode by
pressing the POWER OFF button on the
remote control unit while the power is on.
• Turn the power on from the standby mode by
pressing the POWER ON button on the
remote control unit.
wPower indicator
• This indicator lights when the power is on and
when the power is in the standby mode.
eAL24 PLUS indicator
•This indicator lights when the audio signals of
a DVD, etc., are being processed digitally with
the AL24 Processing Plus, a newly developed
analog waveform reproduction technology.
rDVD AUDIO indicator
• This indicator lights when playing discs
recorded in DVD audio format.
tDisc tray
• Load discs here. (See page 22.)
• Press the OPEN/CLOSE button !4 to open
and close the disc tray.
• The disc tray is also closed when the PLAY
button yis pressed.
yPLAY button (PLAY)
• Press this button to play the disc. (See page
23.)
uSTOP button (STOP)
• Press this to stop the disc. (See page 23.)
iSkip button (8)
• Press this to move back to the beginning of
the current track (or chapter).
• Press again to move back to the beginning of
the previous track (or chapter). (See page 24.)
oSkip button (9)
•Press this to move ahead to the beginning of
the next track (or chapter). (See page 24.)
!0 PURE DIRECT selector
•Use this to select modes with specific movie
signal and digital audio signal output settings.)
!1 SOURCE selector
• Use this to select the program source for
output.
DVD : The signals of the disc being
played on the DVD-A1 are output.
OPTICAL : The program source connected to
the OPTICAL digital input
connector is output.
COAXIAL : The program source connected to
the COAXIAL digital input
connector is output.
• The program source selected with this
selector is also output to the digital output
connector.
!2 Remote control sensor
!3 Display
• Information on the disc that is currently playing
is shown on the display. (See page 11.)
!4 OPEN/CLOSE button
(5OPEN/CLOSE)
• Press this button to open and close the disc
tray.(See page 22.)
(2) Rear Panel
!5 Audio output connectors
(AUDIO OUT)
• Connect using the included audio cord.
!6 Control connector (RS-232C)
• This is a terminal for future system expansion.
!7 Digital audio output connector
(OPTICAL)
•Connect using an optical fiber cable (available
in stores).
•Digital data is output from this connector.
!8 Digital audio output connector
(COAXIAL)
• Connect using an audio cord. Connect a
commercially available 75 Ω/ohms pin-plug
cord.
• Connect using the included audio video cord.
!9 Digital audio input connector
(OPTICAL)
• Input digital data to this connector.
• Connect the OPTICAL digital output connector
of a CD player, DAT deck, MD recorder, etc.,
to this connector to monitor the sound of that
component.
@0 Digital audio input connector
(COAXIAL)
• Input digital data to this connector.
• Connect the COAXIAL digital output connector
of a CD player, DAT deck, MD recorder, etc.,
to this connector to monitor the sound of that
component.

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@1 Digital output connector
(DENON LINK)
• This is for connection of a separately sold AV
amplifier equipped with a Denon Link
connector.
• Use it to achieve high quality digital sound
with low data loss.
@2 Power input (AC IN)
• Connect to AC power supply using the
included AC cord.
@3 Control input connector
(ROOM TO ROOM/IN)
•This is the input connector for wired remote
control.
Consult your DENON dealer if you wish to use
this connector.
@4 Control output connector
(ROOM TO ROOM/OUT)
• This is the output connector for wired remote
control.
Consult your DENON dealer if you wish to use
this connector.
@5 Component video output connectors
(COMPONENT)
•Connect using video cords (available in stores).
@6 S-Video output connector
(S-VIDEO OUT)
• Connect using an S-Video connection cord
(available in stores).
@7 Video output connector (VIDEO OUT)
•Connect using the included video cord.
@8 21-pin SCART terminal (AV 1)
(For only European model)
•Connect using a 21-pin SCART cable (available
in stores).
(3) Display
Lights during playback of multiple angles disc.
Lights to indicate the currently playing disc.
Lights when the audio signals can be down-mixed.
These light to indicate the names of the sections of the disc
being played.
Lights to indicate the currently playing audio format.
Lights to indicate the currently playing
audio channel.
Lights when in the virtual surround
mode.
Lights to indicate the
currently playing video
type.
F: Film source
V: Video source
G: Graphic source
Lights during playback, flashes when the resume play memory function is activated.
Lights in the programmed play mode.
Lights in the still/pause mode.
Displays the title, track number and
elapsed time during playback.
These light to indicate
the time display mode.
Lights when progressive video
signals are being output. Lights in the
repeat play
mode.
Lights in the random play mode.
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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
2The DVD-A1 can be controlled from a distance using the included remote control unit (RC-552).
(1) Inserting Batteries
qRemove the remote control unit’s rear cover.
OPEN
wPlace two R6P/AA batteries in the battery
compartment in the direction indicated by the
marks.
eClose the rear cover.
OPEN
Cautions On Batteries
• Use R6P/AA batteries in this remote control unit.
• Replace the batteries with new ones
approximately once a year, though this depends
on the frequency with which the remote control
unit is used.
• If the remote control unit does not operate from
close to the main unit, replace the batteries with
new ones, even if less than a year has passed.
• The included battery is only for verifying
operation.
Replace it with a new battery as soon as
possible.
• When inserting the batteries, be careful to do so
in the proper direction, following the <and >
marks in the remote control unit’s battery
compartment.
• To prevent damage or battery fluid leakage:
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use two different types of batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or
dispose of batteries in flames.
• Remove the batteries when not planning to use
the remote control unit for a long period of time.
• If the batteries should leak, carefully wipe off the
fluid from the inside of the battery compartment,
then insert new batteries.
(2) Using the Remote Control Unit
REMOTECONTROLUNIT
RC-552
POWER
ONPOWER
OFFOPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC
/
PAL
DISPLAYSUBTITLEANGLE
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PUREDIRECT
MEMORY
PICTURE
ADJUST
DIMMERZOOM
PROG/DIR
CLEAR
CALL
MARKER
REPEATA-BRANDOMV.S.S.
SETUPPAGE
-
PAGE
+
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SEARCHMODE
AUDIO
STOPPLAY
STILL/PAUSE
TOPMENU
+10
ENTER
30°
30°
Approx. 7 meters
• When operating the remote control unit,
point it at the remote control sensor as
shown on the diagram.
• The remote control unit can be used from a
direct distance of approximately 7 meters.
This distance will be shorter, however, if
there are obstacles in the way or if the
remote control unit is not pointed directly at
the remote control sensor.
• The remote control unit can be operated at
a horizontal angle of up to 30° with respect
to the remote control sensor.
NOTES:
• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct
sunlight or strong artificial light.
• Do not press buttons on the main unit and on the remote control unit at the same time. Doing so will
result in malfunction.

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(3) Names and Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons
qPOWER ON/POWER OFF buttons
Press this to switch the power between on and standby.
wSKIP buttons
Use these to skip to the beginnings of tracks or chapters.
8: Reverse direction
9: Forward direction
eSTOP button (2)
rDISPLAY button
Press this to display the ON-SCREEN.
tSUBTITLE button
Press this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.
yCursor buttons/ENTER button
Use the •and ªbuttons to select in the vertical direction.
Use the 0and 1buttons to select in the horizontal
direction.
Press the ENTER button to select the item selected with
the cursor buttons.
uLIGHTING button
Press this to light the opal-colored buttons.
iPICTURE ADJUST button
Press this to adjust the picture quality to suit your tastes.
oPURE DIRECT MEMORY button
Use this to make various settings to achieve higher
quality sound.
!0 Number buttons
Use these to input numbers.
Use the +10 button to input numbers of 10 or over.
Example: To input 25
!1 REPEAT button
Press this to play tracks repeatedly.
!2 A-B repeat button (A-B)
Use this to repeat sections between two specific points.
!3 SETUP button
Press this to display the default setting screen.
!4 PAGE -/PAGE + buttons
Use these to selected the desired still picture on DVD
audio discs containing browseable still pictures.
!5 RANDOM button
Press this to play the tracks on the video or music CD in
random order.
!6 STILL/PAUSE button (3)
!7 NTSC/PAL button
Use this to switch the set’s video output format
(NTSC/PAL).
!8 OPEN/CLOSE button
!9 SLOW/SEARCH buttons
Use these for slow playback and searching.
6: Reverse direction
7: Forward direction
@0 PLAY button (1)
@1 ANGLE button
Press this to switch the angle.
@2 AUDIO button
For DVDs, press this to switch the audio language. For
video CDs, press this to switch the channel between
“LR”, “L” and “R”.
@3 TOP MENU button
@4 MENU button
@5 RETURN button
Press this to return to the previous menu screen.
@6 ZOOM button
Press this to enlarge the image.
@7 DIMMER button
Use this to adjust the brightness of the main unit’s display.
Can be switched in 4 steps, from OFF to always on.
+10 +10 5
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-552
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PURE DIRECT
MEMORY
PICTURE
ADJUST
DIMMER ZOOM
PROG/DIR
CLEAR
CALL
MARKER
REPEAT A-B RANDOM V.S.S.
SETUP PAGE -PAGE +
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SEARCH MODE
AUDIO
STOP PLAYSTILL / PAUSE
TOP MENU
+10
ENTER
q
w
e
r
t
y
u
i
o
!0
!1
!2
!3
!4
!5
#3
#2
#1
#0
@9
@8
@7
@6
@5
@4
@3
@2
@1
@0
!9
!8
!7
!6
@8 PROGRAM/DIRECT button (PROG/DIR)
Press this to switch between the normal play,
programmed play.
@9 CLEAR button
Press this to clear numbers that you have input.
#0 CALL button
Press this to check the program contents.
#1 MARKER button
Press this to mark places you want to see again.
#2 SEARCH MODE button
Press this to change the search mode to search for
groups or titles, tracks or chapters when selecting
sections of discs directly using the number buttons.
#3 V.S.S. button
Sets the virtual surround sound. (Functions when playing
DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital with two or more
channels.)
7CHANGING THE DEFAULT SETTINGS
REMOTE SENSOR DVD AUDIO-VIDEO PLAYER DVD-A1
OPEN / CLOSE
PLAY STOP
DVD OPTICAL
COAXIAL
SOURCEPOWER PURE DIRECT
DVDAUDIOAL24 PLUS
OFF MODE 1
MODE 2
REMOTE SENSOR
B
1
2
In the stop mode, press the SETUP button.
• The setup (default settings) screen appears.
NOTE:
• For some menus, the initial values can be changed
during playback.
DISC SETUP
Use this to set the language to be used when playing the disc.
If the set language is not offered on that disc, the discs
default language is set.
OSD SETUP
Use this to set the language for the default setting
screen and messages displayed on the TV screen
(“PLAY”, etc.).
VIDEO SETUP
Use this to set the DVD-A1's screen mode.
(TV aspect, TV type and AV1 video output.)
AUDIO SETUP
Use this to set the DVD-A1's audio output mode.
(Digital and LPCM output settings.)
RATINGS
Use this to disable playback of adult DVDs so that
children cannot watch them. Note that playback of
adult DVDs cannot be disabled if the rating level is not
recorded on the DVD, but that it is possible to disable
playback of all DVDs.
OTHER SETUP
These include special settings CAPTIONS and
COMPRESSION.
3
Use the 0and 1cursor buttons to select the desired
setting item, then press the ENTER button.
Select “DISC SETUP”. (See page 13.)
Select “OSD SETUP”. (See page 14.)
Select “VIDEO SETUP”. (See page 15.)
Select “AUDIO SETUP”. (See page 16.)
Select “RATINGS”. (See page 19.)
Select “OTHER SETUP” (See page 20.)
D I SC S ETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DIALOG
D I SC MENUS
EXIT SETUP
SUBT I TL E
ENGL ISH
ENGL ISH
ENGL ISH
B
✽To exit the setup mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit
by pressing the SETUP button on the remote control unit.
SETUP
Remote control unit
2Make the initial settings to suit your usage conditions before starting playback.
The initial settings are retained until they are next changed, even if the power is turned off.
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PURE DIRECT
MEMORY
PICTURE
ADJUST
DIMMER ZOOM
PROG/DIR
CLEAR
CALL
MARKER
REPEAT A-B RANDOM V.S.S.
SETUP PAGE -PAGE +
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SEARCH MODE
AUDIO
STOP PLAYSTILL/ PAUSE
TOP MENU
+10
ENTER
3
2
1
3
POWER
ON
1Turn on the power.
• Press the power button, the power indicator lights
and the power turns on.
POWER
Main unit Remote control unit
ENTER
Remote control unit

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When “DISC SETUP”is selected
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-552
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC
/
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PURE DIRECT
MEMORY
PICTURE
ADJUST
DIMMER ZOOM
PROG/DIR
CLEAR
CALL
MARKER
REPEAT A-B RANDOM V.S.S.
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3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
4
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
DIALOG
Use this to set the language of the sound
output from the speakers.
SUBTITLE
Use this to set the language of the subtitles
displayed on the TV.
DISC MENUS
Use this to set the language of the menus
recorded on the disc (top menu, etc.).
D I SC S ETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DIALOG
D I SC MENUS
EXIT SETUP
SUBT I TL E
ENGL ISH
ENGL ISH
ENGL ISH
B
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ENTER
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5
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
qWhen “DIALOG” is selected:
ENGLISH (Factory default)
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the sound in English.
FRENCH
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the sound in French.
SPANISH
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the sound in Spanish.
GERMAN
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the sound in German.
ITALIAN
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the sound in Italian.
OTHERS
Use the number buttons to input the
language number. (See “Language code list”
on page 21.)
D I SC S ETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DIALOG
D I SC MENUS
EXIT SETUP
SUBT I TL E
ENGL ISH
FRENCH
SPANI SH
ITALIAN
GERMAN
OTHERS
B
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ENTER
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5
wWhen “ SUBTITLE” is selected:
OFF
Select this if you do not want to display the
subtitles. (For some discs it is not possible to
turn off the subtitle display.)
ENGLISH (Factory default)
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the subtitles in English.
FRENCH
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the subtitles in French.
SPANISH
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the subtitles in Spanish.
GERMAN
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the subtitles in German.
ITALIAN
Select this when you want to play the DVD
with the subtitles in Italian.
OTHERS
Use the number buttons to input the
language number. (See “Language code list”
on page 21.)
eWhen “DISC MENUS” is selected:
ENGLISH (Factory default)
Select this when you want to display the
menus in English.
FRENCH
Select this when you want to display the
menus in French.
SPANISH
Select this when you want to display the
menus in Spanish.
GERMAN
Select this when you want to display the
menus in German.
ITALIAN
Select this when you want to display the
menus in Italian.
OTHERS
Use the number buttons to input the
language number. (See “Language code list”
on page 21.)
D I SC S ETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DIALOG
D I SC MENUS
EXIT SETUP
SUBT I TL E
ENGL ISH
FRENCH
SPANI SH
ITALIAN
GERMAN
OTHERS
OFF
B
D I SC S ETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DIALOG
D I SC MENUS
EXIT SETUP
SUBT I TL E
ENGL ISH
FRENCH
SPANI SH
ITALIAN
GERMAN
OTHERS
B
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ENTER
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✽To exit the setup mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit
by pressing the SETUP button on the remote control unit.

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When “OSD SETUP”is selected
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POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
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CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
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3, 4, 5
4
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
OSD LANGUAGE
Use this to set the language for the default
setting screen and messages displayed on the
TV screen (“PLAY”, etc.)
WALL PAPER
Use this to select the image to be shown on the
screen in the stop mode and CD play mode.
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2
3
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OSD SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
OSD LANGUAGE
EXIT SETUP
W AL L PAPE R
ENGL ISH
BUL E
B
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ENTER
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5
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
qWhen “OSD LANGUAGE” is selected:
ENGLISH (Factory default)
Select this to set the OSD language to
English.
FRANÇAIS
Select this to set the OSD language to
French.
ESPAÑOL
Select this to set the OSD language to
Spanish.
DEUTSCH
Select this to set the OSD language to
German.
OSD SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
OSD LANGUAGE
EXIT SETUP
W AL L PAPE R
B
ENGL ISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
DEUTSCH
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ENTER
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OSD SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
OSD LANGUAGE
EXIT SETUP
W AL L PAPE R
B
BUL E
GRAY
BLACK
PICTURE
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ENTER
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5
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
wWhen “WALL PAPER” is selected:
BLUE (Factory default)
Select this to display a blue background on
the TV display.
GRAY
Select this to display a gray background on
the TV display.
BLACK
Select this to display a black background on
the TV display.
PICTURE
Select this to display the wallpaper on the TV
display.
✽To exit the setup mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit
by pressing the SETUP button on the remote control unit.

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When “VIDEO SETUP”is selected
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-552
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PURE DIRECT
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PICTURE
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3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
4
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
TV ASPECT
Use this to set the shape of your TV’s screen.
TV TYPE
Use this to set your TV’s video format (NTSC,
PAL or MULTI).
VIDEO OUT
Use this to select either the progressive image
output or interlace image output.
VIDEO MODE
The play DVD video, select the desired video
mode (“VIDEO”, “FILM”, “AUTO”).
BLACK LEVEL
To select the black level of the picture,
“DARKER” or “LIGHTER”.
AV1 VIDEO OUT (For only European model)
To select whether composite video signals or S
video signals or RGB signals will be output from
the AV1 SCART terminals.
SQUEEZE MODE
Used to play 4:3 images on a wide (16:9) TV.
PROGRESSIVE MODE
Select the film source and video source
detection method recorded on the DVD.
Normally select “MODE 1” (level detection
mode).
(only valid for progressive output during DVD
video playback)
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Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
qWhen “TV ASPECT” is selected:
4:3 PS
Select this to play wide DVDs in the pan &
scan mode (with the sides of the picture cut
off). Discs for which pan & scan is not
specified are played in the letter box mode.
4:3 LB
Select this to play wide DVDs in the letter
box mode (with black strips at the top and
bottom).
WIDE (16:9) (Factory default)
Select this to play wide DVDs in the full-
screen mode.
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EXIT SETUP
BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
W IDE(16:9)
MUL T I
PROGRESS I VE
VIDEO
VIDEO
L IGHTER
OFF
MODE 1
EXIT SETUP
BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
4 : 3 PS
4 : 3 LB
W IDE(16:9)
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
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wWhen “TV TYPE” is selected:
NTSC
Select this when your TV’s video format is
NTSC.
If NTSC is selected, output format is fixed to
NTSC.
PAL
Select this when your TV’s video format is
PAL.
If PAL is selected, output format is fixed to
PAL.
MULTI (Factory default)
Select this when your TV is compatible with
both the NTSC and PAL formats.
If you play the disc recorded NTSC format,
signal from video output terminal will be
switched to NTSC is selected, output format
is fixed to NTSC.
eWhen “VIDEO OUT” is selected: (NOTES)
PROGRESSIVE (Factory default)
Select this when using the DVD-A1
connected to a progressive type TV.
INTERLACED
Select this when using the DVD-A1
connected to an interlace type TV.
NOTES:
• For the component output only, it is possible
to switch between interlace image output and
progressive image output. It is not possible to
specify progressive image output for the
Video output connectors or S-Video output
connector.
• When the progressive mode is selected, the
interlaced sound and picture may be slightly
out of sync. To use the interlaced output, set
the setting to “INTERLACED”.
rWhen “VIDEO MODE” is selected:
VIDEO (Factory default)
This mode is best suited for playing discs
containing video material.
FILM
This mode is best suited for playing discs
containing film material or video material
recorded with the progressive scan method.
AUTO
The set identifies the type of material on the
disc being played (film or video) and selects
the mode automatically. This mode is suited
for playing discs containing both film and
video material.
NOTE:
•If stripes of noise appear on the picture or the
picture is unclear when playing a specific DVD
video disc, try changing the video mode.
EXIT SETUP
BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
NTSC
PAL
M ULT I
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
EXIT SETUP
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
PROGRESSI VE
INTERLACED
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
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BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
EXIT SETUP
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE VIDEO
FILM
AUTO
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
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tWhen “BLACK LEVEL” is selected:
DARKER (Factory default)
Sets the video output signal’s black level to
the standard level.
LIGHTER
Reduces the standard level of the video
output signal’s black level.
Set this if the image on the TV is far too dark.
yWhen “AV1 VIDEO OUT” is selected:
VIDEO (Factory default)
Composite video signals will be output from
the AV1 SCART terminal.
S-VIDEO
S video signals will be output.
RGB
RGB signals will be output.
uWhen “SQUEEZE MODE” is selected:
“SQUEEZE MODE” - only effective for
progressive output.
OFF (Factory default)
Set this to display 4:3 video signals over the
entire screen of a 16:9 TV.
ON
Set this to display 4:3 video signals in the
center of the screen on a 16:9 TV.
iWhen “PROGRESSIVE MODE” is selected:
MODE 1 (level detection mode)
(Factory default)
This is a mode for high precision detection of
the source type from the level of the video
signals recorded on the DVD.
For DVDs on which the flag (identification
signal) data is recorded incorrectly, the
picture quality may decrease when flag
detection is conducted.
This mode is effective in such cases.
MODE 2 (flag detection mode)
This is a mode for detecting the source type
from the source flag (identification signal)
recorded on the DVD.
In dark scenes, distinguishing between video
signals and noise signals with level detection
is difficult and the picture quality may
decrease.
This mode is effective in such cases.
BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
EXIT SETUP
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
DARK ER
L IGHTER
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
EXIT SETUP
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
RGB
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
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BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
EXIT SETUP
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
OFF
ON
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
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BL ACK L EVE L
SQUEEZE MODE
EXIT SETUP
PROGRES S I VE MODE
V IDEO SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
TV ASPECT
TV TYPE
V I DE O OUT
V I DE O
M ODE
MODE 1
MODE 2
B
AV1 V I DE O OUT
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ENTER
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✽To exit the setup mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit
by pressing the SETUP button on the remote control unit.
When “AUDIO SETUP”is selected
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-552
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
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5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
4
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
AUDIO CHANNEL
Use this to adjust for the connected speaker
systems.
DIGITAL OUT
Use this to select the digital output’s signal
format.
LPCM (44.1 KHz / 48 kHz)
Use this to set the digital audio output when
playing DVDs recorded in linear PCM audio.
BASS ENHANCER (2 CHANNEL)
Set whether or not to output audio signals from
the subwoofer when playing two-channel audio
signals.
DENON LINK
Use this to output digital signals from the
DENON-LINK terminal.
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Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
qWhen “AUDIO CHANNEL” is selected:
BUse the •and ªcursor buttons to select
the item to be set, then press the ENTER
button.
MULTI CHANNEL (Factory default)
Select this for systems in which three or
more speakers are connected.
When MULTI CHANNEL is set, the
speaker settings (SPEAKER
CONFIGURATION), speaker output level
adjustment (CHANNEL LEVEL) and
speaker distances (DELAY TIME) can be
set.
2 CHANNEL
Select this for systems in which only two
speakers are connected.
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AUD I O S E TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
AUD I O C HANNE L
D I G I TA L OUT
DENON L I NK
LPCM(44.1kHz/48kHz)
EXIT SETUP
BASS ENHANCER(2 CHANNEL)
M UL T I CHANNEL
NOR
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OFF
OFF
OFF
B
AUD I O S E TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
AUD I O C HANNE L
D I G I TA L OUT
DENON L I NK
LPCM(44.1kHz/48kHz)
EXIT SETUP
BASS ENHANCER(2 CHANNEL)
M UL T I CHANNEL
2 CHANNEL
B
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B
When “MULTI CHANNEL” is selected, use the
•and ªcursor buttons to select the item to be
set, then press the ENTER button.
SPEAKER CONFIGURATION
Use this to select the types of the
different speakers.
CHANNEL LEVEL
Use this to adjust the output level of the
different speakers.
DELAY TIME
Use this to set the distance from the
different speakers to the listening position.
✽To exit the SPEAKER SETUP mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “AUDIO
SETUP” then press ENTER button.
BWhen “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION” is
selected, use the •and ªcursor buttons
to select the speaker to be set then press
the ENTER button.
•
The type of speaker used for the front
speakers, center speaker, subwoofer and
surround speakers can be set. Use the •
and ªcursor buttons to select the speaker
type, then press the ENTER button.
LARGE
Select this when a large speaker is
connected.
SMALL
Select this when a small speaker is
connected.
NONE
Select this when no speaker is
connected.
YES
Select this when a subwoofer is
connected.
NO
Select this when no subwoofer is
connected.
✽Press the RETURN button to return to
the “SPEAKER SETUP” menu.
BWhen “CHANNEL LEVEL” is selected,
use the •and ªcursor buttons to select
the speaker to be adjusted, then use the
0and 1cursor buttons to set the level.
TEST TONE
• Use the 0and 1cursor buttons to
select off, 2 seconds, 5 seconds or 10
seconds for the test tone, then output
the test tone using the procedure
described below.
•
The volume level output from the front
speakers (left and right channels), center
speaker, surround speakers (left and right
channels) and subwoofer can be adjusted.
• The volume level can be adjusted
between 0 and -10 dB in steps of 1 dB.
Front speaker (L)
Center speaker
Front speaker (R)
Surround speaker (R)
Surround speaker (L)
Subwoofer
SPEAKER SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
SPEAK ER CONF I GURAT I ON
CHANNEL L E VE L
DE L AY T I
M E
AUDIO SETUP
B
SPEAKER SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
SPEAK ER CONF I GURAT I ON
FRONT SP
CENTER SP
SUB W OOF ER
SURROUND SP
LARGE
S
M ALL
B
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SPEAKER SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
CHANNEL L E VE L
TEST TONE
F RONT L c h
CENTER
FRONT R ch
OFF
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
SURROUND Rch
SUR ROUND L ch
SUB
W OOF ER
B
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✽Press the RETURN button to return to
the “SPEAKER SETUP”menu.
BWhen “DELAY TIME”is selected
With 5.1-channel surround sound, ideally
the distance between the listening
position and all the speakers aside from
the subwoofer should be the same. The
delay time setting can be used to make
the sound from the different speakers
reach the listening position at the same
time.
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select
the setting item, then press the ENTER
button.
•When “DISTANCE”is selected:
METERS (when the 0cursor button is
pressed):
The unit of distance is set to meters
(“m”).
FEET (when the 1cursor button is
pressed):
The unit of distance is set to feet (“ft”).
•When “FRONT Lch”, “FRONT Rch”,
“CENTER”, “SURROUND Lch”,
”SURROUND Rch”, “SUBWOOFER”is
selected:
Use the 0and 1cursor buttons to set
the distance from the listening position
to the different speakers.
✽The distance can be set within the
range of 0 to 60 feet (18 meters).
✽The maximum difference in speaker
distance for which adjustment is
possible is 15 feet (4.5 meters).
•When “DEFAULT”is selected:
When “DEFAULT”is selected and the
ENTER button is pressed, all the items
are restored to their factory default
settings.
✽When digital connections are made with
an AV amplifier, make the speaker
settings on the AV amplifier.
For DVD audio discs, the disc’s settings
are given priority, so the sound may not
be produced as set with the above
speaker mode setting.
✽Press the RETURN button to return to the
“SPEAKER SETUP”menu.
SPEAKER SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DE L AY T I M E
D I S TANC E
F RONT L c h
CENTER
FRONT R ch
M ETERS
3. 6m
3. 6m
3. 6m
3. 0m
3. 0m
3. 6m
ON
SURROUND Rch
SUR ROUND L ch
SUB
W OOF ER
DEFAULT
B
SPEAKER SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DE L AY T I M E
D I S TANC E
F RONT L c h
CENTER
FRONT R ch
ON
SURROUND Rch
SUR ROUND L ch
SUB
W OOF ER
DEFAULT
B
3. 6m
3. 6m
3. 6m
3. 0m
3. 0m
3. 6m
M ETERS
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SPEAKER SETUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
DE L AY T I M E
D I S TANC E
F RONT L c h
CENTER
FRONT R ch
ON
SURROUND Rch
SUR ROUND L ch
SUB
W OOF ER
DEFAULT
B
3. 6m
3. 6m
3. 6m
3. 0m
3. 0m
3. 6m
M ETERS
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wWhen “DIGITAL OUT”is selected:
NORMAL (Factory default)
When playing DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital
or DTS, bitstream signals are output from the
digital audio output terminals. When playing
DVDs recorded in linear PCM or packed
PCM, linear PCM signals are output.
Select “NORMAL”when making digital
connections to an AV amplifier with built-in
Dolby Digital and DTS decoder.
PCM
When playing Dolby Digital/DTS bitstream
signals or DVDs recorded in linear PCM or
packed PCM, the signals are converted into
48 kHz/16-bit PCM (2-channel) signals and
output from the digital outputs. When playing
DVDs recorded in PCM, linear PCM signals
are output.
e
When “LPCM (44.1 kHz / 48 kHz)”is selected:
OFF (Factory default)
When playing linear PCM or packed PCM DVDs
that are not copyright-protected, for 2-channel
PCM audio signals up to 96 kHz, linear PCM
signals are output as such without being
converted from the digital outputs. (176.2 kHz
and 192 kHz signals are converted to 88.2 kHz
and 96 kHz, respectively.)
PCM signals of 48 kHz/16 bits and lower are
output, regardless of whether they are copyright-
protected or not.
For DVDs containing multi-channel PCM signals,
the digital signals are down-mixed for output into
two channels, front left and right. (Only the front
left and right channels are output for sources for
which down-mixing is prohibited.)
When playing copyright-protected linear PCM
or packed PCM DVDs, in consideration of
copyrights, no digital signals are output for
sources exceeding 48 kHz/16 bits. When
playing such sources, either set to “ON”or
make analog connections. (See page 9.)
ON
Linear PCM and packed PCM signals are
converted to 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz and output.
(The PCM digital audio output signals are
converted to 48 kHz or less in consideration of
copyrights.) When making digital connections
to an AV amplifier that is not compatible with
96 kHz/88.2 kHz signals, set to “ON”.
When playing DVDs recorded in linear PCM
or packed PCM and the unit is set to output
digital and analog audio signals
simultaneously, the analog audio output
signals are also converted to 48 kHz or
below, so we recommend setting to “OFF”
and also making analog connections.
rWhen “BASS ENHANCER (2 CHANNEL)”is
selected:
OFF (Factory default)
No sound is produced from the subwoofer.
ON
Sound is produced from the subwoofer.
In this case, set the subwoofer to “YES”at
the speaker settings.
AUD I O S E TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
AUD I O C HANNE L
D I G I TA L OUT
DENON L I NK
LPCM(44.1kHz/48kHz)
EXIT SETUP
BASS ENHANCER(2 CHANNEL)
NOR
M AL
PC
M
B
AUD I O S E TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
AUD I O C HANNE L
D I G I TA L OUT
DENON L I NK
LPCM(44.1kHz/48kHz)
EXIT SETUP
BASS ENHANCER(2 CHANNEL) ON
OFF
B
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ENTER
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ENTER
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AUD I O S E TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
AUD I O C HANNE L
D I G I TA L OUT
DENON L I NK
LPCM(44.1kHz/48kHz)
EXIT SETUP
BASS ENHANCER(2 CHANNEL)
ON
OFF
B
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ENTER
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5
tWhen “DENON LINK”is selected:
OFF (Factory default)
Digital audio signals are not output from the
DENON LINK terminal.
ON
Digital audio signals are output from the
DENON LINK terminal.
AUD I O S E TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
AUD I O C HANNE L
D I G I TA L OUT
DENON L I NK
LPCM(44.1kHz/48kHz)
EXIT SETUP
BASS ENHANCER(2 CHANNEL)
ON
OFF
B
Remote control unit
ENTER
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✽To exit the setup mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit
by pressing the SETUP button on the remote control unit.

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When “RATINGS”is selected
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-552
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PURE DIRECT
MEMORY
PICTURE
ADJUST
DIMMER ZOOM
PROG/DIR
CLEAR
CALL
MARKER
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SEARCH MODE
AUDIO
STOP PLAYSTILL/ PAUSE
TOP MENU
+10
ENTER
2
1
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
4
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
RATING LEVEL
Use this to restrict playback of adult DVDs you
do not want children to view. Note that even
with adult DVDs, viewing cannot be restricted
unless the restriction level is recorded on the
disc.
It is however possible to disable playback of all
DVDs.
PASSWORD
Use this to change the password.
The set’s password is set to “0000”by default.
5
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
qWhen “RATING LEVEL”is selected:
0 (LOCK ALL)
Select this to disable playback of all DVDs.
Use this for example to disable playback of
adult DVDs on which the rating level is not
recorded.
1
Select this to play only DVDs for children.
(Adult and general audience DVDs cannot be
played.)
2 to 7
Select this to play DVDs for general
audiences and children. Adult DVDs cannot
be played.
8 (NO LIMIT) (Factory default)
Select this to play all DVDs.
1
2
3
See page 12.
RAT I NGS
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
EXIT SETUP
8(NO LIMIT)
B
RAT I NGS
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
EXIT SETUP
0(LOCK ALL)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8(NO LIMIT)
B
RAT I NGS
SELECT: 0-9 DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
CURRENT PASS
W ORD
PL EASE E NTE R PAS S
W ORD
----
B
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ENTER
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ENTER
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5
wWhen “PASSWORD”is selected:
Use the number buttons to input a 4-digit
password, then press the ENTER button.
✽Do not forget the password.
✽The setting cannot be changed without
inputting the correct password.
✽The set’s password is set to “0000”by
default.
Use the number buttons to input a 4-digit
password, then press the ENTER button.
✽The set's password is set to “0000”by
default.
✽Do not forget the password.
✽The setting cannot be changed without
inputting the correct password.
RAT I NGS
SELECT: 0-9 DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
OLD PASS
W ORD
PL EASE E NTE R O LD PAS S
W ORD
----
NE W PASS W ORD ----
CONF I RM PASS
W ORD ----
B
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123
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SEARCH MODE
+10
RAT I NGS
SELECT: 0-9 DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
CURRENT PASS
W ORD
PR ES S ENTER TO CONT I NUE
XXXX
B
RAT I NGS
SELECT: 0-9 DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
OLD PASS
W ORD
PL EASE E NTE R NE
W PASS W ORD
XXXX
NE W PASS W ORD ----
CONF I RM PASS
W ORD ----
B
RAT I NGS
SELECT: 0-9 DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
RA T I NG L EVEL
PASS
W ORD
OLD PASS
W ORD
PL EASE E NTE R NE
W PASS W ORD
XXXX
XXXX
NE W PASS W ORD
CONF I RM PASS
W ORD ----
B
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SEARCH MODE
+10
ENTER
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ENTER
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When “OTHER SETUP”is selected
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RC-552
POWER
ON POWER OFF OPEN
/
CLOSE
NTSC /
PAL
DISPLAY SUBTITLE ANGLE
SKIP SLOW / SEARCH
MENU
RETURN
PURE DIRECT
MEMORY
PICTURE
ADJUST
DIMMER ZOOM
PROG/DIR
CLEAR
CALL
MARKER
REPEAT A-B RANDOM V.S.S.
SETUP PAGE -PAGE +
123
456
789
0
SEARCH MODE
AUDIO
STOP PLAYSTILL/ PAUSE
TOP MENU
+10
ENTER
2
1
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
4
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
PLAYER MODE
The DVD video play mode can be set to play the
DVD video contents included on a DVD audio
disc.
CAPTIONS
Use this to set whether or not to display the
closed captions recorded on DVDs.
COMPRESSION
Use this to set the dynamic range output when
playing discs.
AUTO POWER MODE
To save power, DVD-A1’s can automatically be
set to the standby mode when it is not used for
long periods of time.
SLIDE SHOW
The time interval for switching to the next still
picture when playing slide shows of still
pictures (in JPEG format) can be set.
5
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to select the
desired setting, then press the ENTER button.
qWhen “PLAYER MODE”is selected:
AUDIO (Factory default)
Set this to play the DVD audio signals as
such.
VIDEO
Set this to play the DVD video contents
included on a DVD audio disc.
1
2
3
See page 12.
OTHER SE TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
PLAYER
M ODE
CAPT I ONS
CO
M PRE SS I ON
AUTO PO
W ER M ODE
SL I DE SHO
W
EXIT SETUP
AUDIO
OFF
OFF
OFF
10SEC
B
OTHER SE TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
PLAYER
M ODE
CAPT I ONS
CO
M PRE SS I ON
AUTO PO
W ER M ODE
SL I DE SHO
W
EXIT SETUP
AUDIO
VIDEO
B
Remote control unit
ENTER
Remote control unit
Remote control unit
ENTER
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5
wWhen “CAPTIONS”is selected:
OFF (Factory default)
Select this when you do not want to display
the captions on the screen when playing
DVDs containing English captions
ON
Select this to display the captions on the
screen when playing DVDs containing
English captions.
eWhen “COMPRESSION”is selected:
OFF (Factory default)
Select this for the standard range.
ON
Select this to achieve powerful sound even
when the volume is low. This setting is
suited for watching DVDs late at night with
the volume low. (This setting is only valid for
DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital.)
rWhen “AUTO POWER MODE”is selected:
OFF (Factory default)
The power does not automatically switch to
the standby mode.
ON
The DVD-A1’s power turns off and the
standby mode is set if the DVD-A1 remains
in the stop mode for approximately 30
minutes.
tWhen “SLIDE SHOW”is selected:
Use the •and ªcursor buttons to set the
time interval.
The time interval can be set within 5 and 15
seconds. (The factory default setting is 5
seconds.)
OTHER SE TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
PLAYER
M ODE
CAPT I ONS
CO
M PRE SS I ON
AUTO PO
W ER M ODE
SL I DE SHO
W
EXIT SETUP
OFF
ON
B
OTHER SE TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
PLAYER
M ODE
CAPT I ONS
CO
M PRE SS I ON
AUTO PO
W ER M ODE
SL I DE SHO
W
EXIT SETUP
OFF
ON
B
OTHER SE TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
PLAYER
M ODE
CAPT I ONS
CO
M PRE SS I ON
AUTO PO
W ER M ODE
SL I DE SHO
W
EXIT SETUP
OFF
ON
B
OTHER SE TUP
SELECT: DECISION:ENTER BUTTON
PLAYER
M ODE
CAPT I ONS
CO
M PRE SS I ON
AUTO PO
W ER M ODE
SL I DE SHO
W
EXIT SETUP
5SEC
B
Remote control unit
ENTER
Remote control unit
✽To exit the setup mode
Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit
by pressing the SETUP button on the remote control unit.