Etec PDV9900 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
9” PORTABLE DVD PLAYER
with USB PORT & SD/MMC CARD READER
Model: PDV9900
WARNING
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this player, please read these
instructions completely. Put this manual in a safe place for future reference.

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WARNINGS
•To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
•To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel.
•This appliance uses a Laser System. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not open the cabinet. Visible and
invisible laser radiation is present when the cabinet is open. Avoid direct exposure and do not stare into the beam.
•Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire, or other heat sources.
•Caution: Do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing liquids. Do not put objects filled with liquid, such as vases
on or near the appliance.
•Caution: To turn this appliance off completely, the POWER cord must be unplugged from the wall outlet. The power cord
must be easily accessible at all times.
•The rating label is located at the bottom of the apparatus.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH
ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN
AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE
USER TO THE PRESENCE OF
NON-INSULATED "DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" WITHIN THE
PRODUCT'S ENCLOSURE THAT
MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT
MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE
A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
TO PERSONS.
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE THE FRONT OR
REAR COVER. NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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.
FCC WARNINGS
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved in this manual could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade and/or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the POWER cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as POWER-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
S3125A

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OVERVIEW OF THE DVD PLAYER
1. TFT SCREEN
2. SPEAKER
3. DISC COVER
4. PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
5. PREVIOUS & F.REV BUTTON
6. SETUP BUTTON
7. VOL - BUTTON
8. DISC COVER OPEN BUTTON
9. NAVIGATION LEFT BUTTON
10. NAVIGATION DOWN BUTTON
11. REMOTE SENSOR
12. NEXT & F. FWD BUTTON
13. STOP & DVD/USB/CARD BUTTON
14. AUDIO BUTTON
15. VOL + BUTTON
16. NAVIGATION UP BUTTON
17. NAVIGATION RIGHT BUTTON
18. OK BUTTON
19. CHARGE INDICATOR
20. HEADPHONE JACK
21. POWER ON/OFF SWITCH
22. POWER INDICATOR
23. USB PORT
24. AV OUT JACK
25. SD/MMC CARD SLOT
26. DC IN JACK
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
1. SCREEN ON/OFF & BRI/COL button
2. TITLE button
3. MENU button
4. PREVIOUS & F.REV button
5. NEXT & F.FWD button
6. NAVIGATION UP button
7. NAVIGATION LEFT button
8. OK/PLAY/PAUSE button
9. NUMERIC buttons
10. PROGRAM/ANGLE button
11. VOLUME- button
12. MUTE button
13. SETUP button
14. DISPLAY button
15. STOP/SOURCE button
16. NAVIGATION RIGHT button
17. NAVIGATION DOWN button
18. SUBTITLE button
19. AUDIO button
20. SEARCH button
21. REPEAT button
22. ZOOM/SLOW button
23. VOLUME+ button
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BRI / COL
SOURCE
MUTE
PDV9900
TITLE MENU SETUP
STOP DISPLAY
OK
PLAY/PAUSE
SUBTITLE
AUDIO
SEARCH
REPEATZOOM
SLOWANGLE
PROGRAM
VOLUME

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CONNECT DVD PLAYER TO OTHER APPLIANCES
!It is recommended you connect the player to a multi-system TV.
!Ensure that this player and other appliances (TV set and amplifier) that will be connected to the player are set to OFF mode
and that the AC cords are disconnected from the wall outlet.
!Avoid blocking ventilation holes of the connected appliances and make sure air around there can circulate freely.
!Read carefully and follow the instructions before connecting other appliances.
!Ensure that you observe the color coding when connecting audio, video cables. If the RCA adapter is supplied only, the
audio/video RCA cable is required. Plug one end of the RCA adapter to the unit. Then connect the audio/video RCA cable to
the RCA adapter and the television.
AUD IO R AUD IO L V IDE O IN
S-VIDEO YUV I NP UT
AV AUD IO/VI DEO I NPUT
After connection is firmed and securely done, plug AC ADAPTER to an applicable wall outlet and turn on the player.
CHARGE THE BUILT-IN BATTERY
The player is with a rechargeable lithium battery. Before using the battery, please make sure it is charged. If not, charge it first.
Slide the power switch to OFF position and then connect one end of the supplied adapter to the wall outlet and the other end to
the unit for charging the built-in battery.
Note:
1. The battery only could be charged at powering off mode.
2. If the unit is not in use for a prolonged period of time, it is recommendable to charge the built-in battery each three months.
CONNECTING TO A CAR ADAPTOR
The car power adaptor is designed for use with vehicles that have a 12V, negative ground electrical system.
WARNING:
Disconnect the car power adaptor when not in use. Not in use in 24V vehicles.
CAUTIONS:
!Use the unit only with the recommended car power adaptor, use with other car power adaptor might damage the unit.
!The recommended car power adaptor is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
!In the interests of road traffic safety, do not operate the unit or view video software while driving a vehicle.
!Make sure the unit is fastened securely to prevent from moving outside of the vehicle in an accident
!When the inside of the cigarette lighter socket is dirty with ashes or dust, the plug section may become hot due to poor
contact. Be sure to clean the cigarette lighter socket before use.
!After use, disconnect the car power adaptor from both the unit and cigarette lighter socket.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
FUSE
POSITIVE (+) CAP
NOTE: Don't throw out the positive (+) cap when replace the fuse.
OPERATIONS
PREPARATION
Power on the TV set and select video input mode.
Power on the audio system which is connected to the player.
GET STARTED
1. Slide POWER switch to turn on the player.
2. Press DISC cover open key to open the disc tray.
3. Place a disc onto the disc tray.
TV SET
A/V cable
To the cigarette lighter socket

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4. Close the disc tray and the playback starts automatically.
5. When a menu screen appears on the TV, press the navigation buttons or press the numeric buttons to select a preferred
track number, then press OK button to start playback.
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Press VOLUME+ button to increase the volume. Press VOLUME-button to decrease the volume.
MUTE
When the player is on, the audio output player is shut off by pressing the MUTE button. Press it again to resume audio output.
SKIP AHEAD OR BACK
Press PREV button during play to skip previous chapter (DVD) or a track (CD), Press NEXT button during play to skip next
chapter (DVD) or a track (CD).
RAPID ADVANCE/REVERSE
During playback, press and hold F.FWD button or F.REV button to scan the disc forward or backward at X2, X4, X8, X20
normal speed.
Press PLAY button to resume normal play.
STOP PLAYBACK
Press STOP button during playback to stop playback; the player activates its resume function when STOP is pressed in STOP
mode; press PLAY/PAUSEbutton again, playback resumes at the point it stopped previously; open the disc tray or press the
STOP button one more time to clear the resume function.
Press and hold STOP button to make selection among Disc, card and USB.
SLOW-MOTION PLAY (DVD)
Press and hold SLOW button during playback, the disc will be played at 1/2 normal speed at first, each time this button is
pressed, the play speed becomes slower (down to 1/7 normal speed.)
Press PLAY/PAUSE button, normal play will resume.
REPEAT
Press REPEATbutton during play, it will repeat play one chapter/title or repeat all (for DVD disc), or repeat play a track or all
tracks (for CD), or repeat the sections between two specific points (A-B).
BRIGHTNESS AND COLOR ADJUSTMENT
Press SCREEN ON/OFF button repeatedly to adjust the screen brightness and color respectively via navigation right/left button.
Press and hold SCREEN ON/OFF button to turn on/off screen.
SEARCH FOR PREFERRED SCENE
1. Press SEARCH button during play and highlight the item to be played (Title, Chapter, or Chapter time) by navigation buttons.
2. Input the desired number or time via the numeric buttons.
3. Press OK button to confirm and the playback from the located scene starts.
4. To exit search menu, press SEARCH button directly.
PROGRAM PLAY (UP TO 16 MEMORIES)
1. Press PROGRAM during playback to display the program menu.
2. Select location(s) to be memorized via navigation buttons and then enter desired Titles/Chapters numbers via numeric
buttons.
Example: Track 3, press "3"
Track 12, press "1" and then "2"
Track 21, press "2" and then "1"
3. To start programmed playback, select PLAY on the menu; press PROGRAM button again to exit programming.
4. To change programmed items, scroll the navigation button to the item to be changed and enter the desired track number on
the screen, the selected Item will be changed. To clear all items, select the <CLEAR> on the menu, and then press OK
button on remote control.
5. You can also cancel program mode by clearing all the items in the program menu.
ZOOM PLAY – Note: Only ZOOM enabled DVDs will operate with this function
Press ZOOM button continuously to zoom in the picture by 2,3, and 4 times, zoom out by 1/2,1/3,1/4 normal size.
Press this button once more when the picture is at 1/4 size to return to the normal size display.
Scroll to view the enlarged picture using Navigation buttons.
ON SCREEN DISPLAY INFORMATION
When the player is in operation, press DISPLAY button continuously, the screen will display parts of information (current disc
type, title number, chapter number, playtime, audio language, audio type, subtitle language and multi angle, etc.) in a sequence.
CHANGING AUDIO SOUNDTRACK LANGUAGE NOTE: Only multi-language enabled DVDs will operate with this function
It is possible to change the audio soundtrack language to a different language from the one selected at the initial settings (This
operation works only with discs on which multiple audio soundtrack languages are recorded).
Press AUDIO button during DVD disc play, the sound track will be changed with a selected sound track showing on the screen.
NOTE: Only multi-language enabled DVDs will operate with this function.

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MULTI-ANGLE VIEWING – Note: Only multi-angle enabled DVDs will operate with this function.
Press and hold ANGLE button to select your desired angle to view the scene.
CHANGING SUBTITLE LANGUAGE -Note: Only multi-subtitle enabled DVDs will operate with this function.
Press SUBTITLE button several times during DVD playback, the subtitle language will be changed with the a selected subtitle
language showing on the screen; when the desired language appears, release the button to view the subtitle in that language.
RETURN TO MAIN MENU AND PLAY THE TITLE (DVD)
During playback, press MENU button to return to main menu and press TITLE button to play the title.
PICTURE CD / JPEG CD PLAYBACK
1. Load a picture CD/JPEG CD disc onto the disc tray, then select the picture option on the media menu to play the disc with
navigation left/right button and press OK Button to confirm.
2. Slide show of Picture CD begins automatically;
3. Folders of the JPEG picture CD are displayed on the TV screen; use the navigation buttons on the remote to select the
desired folder and then press OK button to confirm.
4. The files in this folder are displayed and you can select your favorite pictures using the up/down navigation buttons on the
remote and press OK button to start playback.
5. Preview of the picture and corresponding information of the picture (includes resolution, size, date) will be displayed while
you scroll across the file names.
PICTURE CD / JPEG CD OPERATIONS
1. PLAY MODES
Press REPEAT button to change play mode.
During playback, press STOP to enter preview mode.
2. SKIP TO NEXT/PREVIOUS PICTURE
Press NEXT button to skip to the next picture or PREV button to the previous picture.
3. PICTURE ROTATIONS
Press RIGHT and LEFT navigation buttons to rotate the picture clockwise and anti-clockwise respectively.
4. PICTURE FLIP AND TURN
Press UP navigation button to flip the picture up or down.
Press DOWN navigation button to flip the picture left or right.
5. PICTURE ZOOM IN/OUT
Press ZOOM button continuously, the picture zooms in by 2, 3, 4 times or zooms out by 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 the original size.
Press this button once more when the picture getting 1/4 size to return to the normal play.
If the picture is enlarged, you may use the navigation buttons to view blocked parts of the picture.
6. SLIDE SHOW TRANSITION MODES
During slide show playback, press the PROGRAM button cyclically to select one play transition effect to play picture.
EXTERNAL MEMORY MEDIA OPERATION (USB & SD/MMC CARD)
External Memory Media Operation
1. Slide the POWER switch to ON position and insert a USB drive or a SD/MMC Card filled with media files into the USB
port/Card Reader. When the USB or the SD/MMC card is successfully detected and read, a media menu will show on the
screen. Select a corresponding media file/type to play using the navigation RIGHT/LEFT buttons and press OK button to
confirm and the unit will start playing from the first file of the selected folder.
2. Press NEXT or PREVIOUS button to skip forward or backward.
Note: Press and hold STOP button to make selection among USB, SD Card and disc via navigation RIGHT/LEFT buttons and
press OK button to confirm.
CAUTION: To avoid electronic static discharge, don't touch the USB port or SD Card slot during playback.
INITIAL SETTINGS
Initial settings page is for you to make your preferred settings up for your player. Once the initial settings are done they are
retained in the player memory until otherwise modified.
COMMON PROCEDURES FOR INITIAL SETTINGS
1. Press SETUP button to access the setup menu.
2. Use the navigation buttons to select the item you want to modify, setting page with further setting items displayed shows on
the TV screen. Again use navigation buttons to make changes. Press OK button to confirm modifications.
3. Use navigation buttons to switch to another setting on the main setting page.
4. Press SETUP button to exit main setting page.
1. SYSTEM SETUP
1.1 TV SYSTEM - it is used to select the TV mode.
Please select this option as per your TV set.
1.2 SCREEN SAVER - when the player is not in used for several minutes, a running DVD logo will move across the TV screen
to protect the TV screen.
Options:
On: Screen saver is enabled
Off: Screen saver is disabled
1.3 TV TYPE - it is used to select the TV scan mode, please set as per your TV set.
Options: 4:3PS : Normal Pan & scan mode
4:3LB : normal Letterbox mode
16:9 : 16:9 wide screen mode
1.4 PASSWORD - input password to unlock the system. The steps are as follows:

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1.4.1 Enter SYSTEM SETUP, select the PASSWORD item by scrolling the down navigation button, and then press the right
navigation button to select the input box.
1.4.2 Input user's password "0000" to unlock it, in this case, select the input box again to change the password by inputting
another new four numeric numbers and then press OK button to confirm. When the password is changed, you are needed
to input the new one to unlock the system.
1.4.3 Once you forget your own password, use the supervisor's password "8200" to unlock it.
NOTE: If wrong password was input in unlock status, the system will lock.
1.5 RATING - Set the rating of this player. If you want to change the rating of parental lock, please input the password to unlock
first.
Options: 1 KID SAFE / 2 G / 3 PG / 4 PG 13 / 5 PG-R/ 6R / 7 NC-17 / 8 ADULT
1.6 DEFAULT - Reset to factory settings.
Options: RESTORE
2. LANGUAGE SETUP
2.1 OSD LANGUAGE - to select a different On Screen Display language for different user.
2.2 AUDIO LANG - select preferred audio language.
(DVD only, need disc software support)
2.3 SUBTITLE LANG - Select preferred subtitle language.
(DVD only, need disc software support)
2.4 MENU LANG - Select preferred disc menu language.
(DVD only, need disc software support)
3. VIDEO SETUP
3.1 BRIGHTNESS - to set the brightness for the display.
Options: 0/2/4/6/8/10/12
3.2 CONTRAST - to set the contrast effect for display.
Options: 0/2/4/6/8/10/12
3.3 HUE - to set the color impression for display.
Options: -6/-4/-2/0/+2/+4/+6
3.4 SATURATION - to set the saturation level for display.
Options: 0/2/4/6/8/10/12
4. SPEAKER SETUP
4.1 DOWNMIX
Options: LT/RT - Left/Right mix mode
STEREO - Select this option if you don't have a 5.1 channels amplifier.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If your DVD player does not seem to be functioning properly, check the items below before you contact an authorized service
center.
Symptom
Check
Power does not turn on or
suddenly turns off.
•Make sure the adapter is securely plugged in.
•Turn the power off and then back on.
Battery pack is in place but
the power does not turn on
or suddenly turns off.
•Check that the battery pack is charged. If not, recharge it.
Remote control doesn’t work
•Check that the battery is inserted in the "+" and "-" direction properly.
•The battery may be flat. Replace it with a new one.
•Check that the signal transmission is directed at the remote control sensor on
the DVD player.
•Remove the obstacle between the remote controller and remote control sensor.
No picture or sound
•Check that the A/V cables are securely connected.
•Check that the disc is a DVD, DVD-RW or AUDIO CD.
•Do not use a disc that has scratches or dirt.
•Check that the label-side of the disc is facing up.
•The pick-up lens of the DVD player may be dirty. Contact the service center for
lens cleaning.
•Check that the TV channel is set to VIDEO or AV if viewing with a TV.
No picture
•Check that the LCD display is turned on.
No sound
•Check that the display panel is open. If it is closed, audio will not be output to
the speakers.
•Check the volume setting. If set to zero, turn up volume level.
•Check that the headphones are plugged into the PHONES socket. Speakers
cannot be used with the headphones.
No picture and sound
•Check that the adapter is properly connected.
Distorted video or sound
•Use a disc without scratches or dents.

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LIMITED 90-DAY WARRANTY
We warrant this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a
ninety-day period from the original date of purchase from an authorized ETEC dealer.
Should you be missing any of the included accessories or other components (screws, pieces, etc.),
please contact the Customer Support Center to secure a replacement. It is not necessary to bring the
unit back to the store. When calling, please reference the parts list found in the Instruction Manual to
help us accurately identify the missing parts and promptly provide replacements.
We will replace the unit free of charge should it become defective under this warranty, providing you,
the original purchaser, have your original dated sales receipt.
To obtain warranty service or replacement within the ninety-day warranty period, please return the
product with all parts and accessories along with your original dated store receipt to the original place
of purchase and the unit will be exchanged at no charge. It is not necessary to contact the
manufacturer for warranty replacement.
Our Customer Support Center is available Monday - Saturday (10:00AM to 7:00PM EST) for technical
assistance or troubleshooting. To contact us, please call 1-855-994-3832.
This warranty applies only under conditions of normal use. Our products are not intended for outdoor
use.
There are no consumer serviceable parts contained in this product and any attempt by the owner to
service or repair the unit will immediately void all warranty coverage.
This warranty does not cover any product which has been subject to damage due to an act of nature,
misuse, neglect, accident, abuse, commercial use, or modification of, or to, any part of the product,
including the antenna. Damage to any external media such as DVD & CD discs, and/or USB or other
memory devices are not covered nor is the cost incurred in shipping the unit for warranty repair or
exchange. Under no circumstances shall ETEC be liable for any loss (direct, indirect, incidental,
foreseen, unforeseen, special or consequential) or for any damage arising out of, or in connection
with, the use of this product.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ETEC BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty does not cover re-manufactured, refurbished, or repaired units, or any products sold 'As
Is'.
This warranty is valid only to the original purchaser of the Product in the United States and Canada
and grants specific legal rights.
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