JBL DVD280 User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
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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 a 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 or
the third prong is 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/acces-
sories 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 light-
ning 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.
15. Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product
manufacturer, as they may cause
hazards.
16. This product should be operated
only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power
company. For products intended
to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
17. If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, ground-
ing of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding con-
ductors, location of antenna-discharge
unit, connection to grounding elec-
trodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure A.
18. An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of over-
head power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can fall
into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken
to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits, as contact with them might
be fatal.
19. Do not overload wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles, as this
can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
20. Never push objects of any kind
into this product through openings, as
they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.
21. The apparatus shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing,
and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
22. Do not attempt to service this
product yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
23. When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service tech-
nician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or that
have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitu-
tions may result in fire, electric shock
or other hazards.
24. Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
25. The product should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
read first! Important Safety Precautions!
Figure A.
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National ElectricalCode ANSI/NFPA 70
HCGUL1492/6500 04/2004 EN
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
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
do not use this (polarized) plug with
an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet
unless the blades can be fully inserted to
prevent blade exposure.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
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.
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DVD280 DVD/CD PLAYER
Typographical Conventions
In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-
panel connections, certain conventions have been used.
EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button or
indicator, or rear-panel connection jack.
EXAMPLE – (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel
information display or screen.
1– (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control.
a– (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote control.
¡– (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection.
A– (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel information display.
å– (letter in a circle) indicates a type of cable connection between the DVD player
and another component.
Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer Group International
2, route de Tours
72500 Château-du-Loir
France
declare in own responsibility that the product
described in this owner’s manual is in compliance with
technical standards:
EN 55013:2001
EN 55020:2002
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001
EN 60065:2002
Gary Mardell
Harman Consumer Group International
Château-du-Loir, France 7/04
4 Introduction
5 Safety Information
7 Features & DVD Compatibility
8 Packing List
9 Terminology
11 Front-Panel Controls
12 Front-Panel Information Display
13 Remote Control Functions
16 Rear-Panel Connections
17 Setup and Connections
18 Connecting to a TV Only
19 Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier With
Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder
20 Remote Control Operation
21 Digital Audio
22 System Setup
22 On-Screen Menu System
22 Configuring the DVD280
22 System Submenu Settings
23 Parental Control
24 Audio Submenu Settings
25 Video Submenu Settings
27 Video Adjustments Submenu
28 Test Screen
29 Playback Basics for All Formats
29 Loading Discs
30 Using a DVD’s Menu
31 Zoom Feature
31 Playback Resume Feature
31 Using the Player Menu
34 Using the Status Bar Display
35 Changing the Audio Track
36 Changing the Subtitle Language
36 Changing the Camera Angle
36 Repeat Play
37 A-B Repeat Play
37 Information Menus
38 Audio CD Playback
38 Selecting a Track
38 Selecting Time Display
38 Repeat Play
39 A-B Repeat Play
39 Random Play
39 Video Off Feature
40 MP3/WMA Playback
41 Programmed Playback With MP3 or WMA Discs
41 Information Menus
41 JPEG Playback
42 VCD Playback
42 Using the Status Bar for VCD Playback
42 Playback Control
42 SVCD Playback
42 Zoom Function
43 Programmed Play
45 DVD Language Codes
46 Troubleshooting Guide
47 Technical Specifications
47 Trademark Acknowledgements
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the JBL®
DVD280, a multipurpose DVD player
that delivers the highest level of play-
back quality from a wide range of
optical media formats. Along with
conventional DVD-Video and CD
audio discs, the DVD280 is also com-
patible with CD-R and CD-RW discs,
VCD discs and discs recorded with
audio files in the Windows Media®
(WMA) and MP3 formats. The
DVD280 is also capable of displaying
a “slide show” of still images in the
JPEG format, which may be com-
bined with MP3 or WMA audio files
for a multimedia presentation.
The DVD280 offers video playback of
the highest possible quality, thanks to
state-of-the-art pixel-by-pixel pro-
cessing, and progressive scan video
outputs for use with digital “HDTV-
Ready” display monitors. Using a
high-speed, digital processor, the
DVD280 is capable of reconstructing
the 3/2 pulldown effect introduced
when film-based programs are trans-
ferred to video. In conjunction with
precision video output DACs, the end
result is a full 60-frame-per-second
image that is the closest thing to film
this side of your local cinema. Of
course, conventional Y/Pr/Pb compo-
nent video, S-video and composite
video outputs are also available for
use with analog televisions and video
projectors.
In keeping with our tradition as a
leader in audio technology, JBL has
packed the DVD280 with the latest
features, including audiophile-grade
audio output DACs and full compati-
bility with 96kHz audio programming.
Both coaxial and optical digital out-
puts are available for direct connec-
tion to A/V receivers or surround
processors so that you may take
advantage of Dolby* Digital and DTS®
soundtracks. B uilt-in MP3 and WMA
decoding allows music discs created
and finalized on a computer to be
played back through your home
theater system for increased
listening pleasure.
When playing DVDs, easy-to-under-
stand on-screen menus and icons
make it simple to change languages,
soundtracks, subtitles or aspect ratio,
while a parental-lock function
enables you to control which discs
may be viewed by younger members
of the household.
DVD players are among the fastest
growing consumer electronics prod-
ucts ever brought to market, so this
may be the first DVD player you’ve
owned. Although many of the fea-
tures of the DVD280 resemble those
of standard CD changers or players,
there are a number of functions that
you may be unfamiliar with. To ensure
that you are able to take advantage
of all the power and flexibility the
DVD280 has to offer, we encourage
you to review this manual. That small
investment of your time will pay major
dividends in the enjoyment you will
get from proper use of the DVD280.
If you have additional questions
about this product, or its installation
or operation, that are not answered in
this manual, please contact your
dealer, as he or she is your best
source of local information. You may
also contact JBL via e-mail through
our Web site at www.jbl.com.
NOTE: This player is designed and
manufactured for compatibility with
Region Management Information
that is encoded on most DVD discs.
This Region Code is usually displayed
on the DVD case and the disc. This
player has been configured by the
factory for playback of discs contain-
ing the Region Code for your area of
the world, which is indicated on the
carton and the rear panel of the unit,
and for discs that do not contain
Region Code information. If there is
any other Region Code on a disc, it
will not play on the DVD280, and an
error message will appear on-screen.
Consult with your local JBL dealer or
distributor if you have any questions
regarding the Region Code setting of
this player.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Consumers
should note that not all high-definition
television sets are fully compatible
with this product and may cause arti-
facts to be displayed in the picture.
In case of 525 or 625 progressive
scan picture problems, it is recom-
mended that the user switch the con-
nection to the “standard definition”
output. If there are questions regard-
ing our TV set compatibility with this
model 525p and 625p DVD player,
please contact our customer service
center.
■Plays a Wide Range of Video and
Audio Formats, Including DVD-
Movie Discs, VCD, Standard CD
Audio Discs, CD-R/RW Audio
Discs, WMA Discs and MP3 Discs
■High-Quality Video Playback
Utilizing 10-Bit DACs, Progressive
Scan and Component Video
Outputs
■Dolby * Digital and DTS
®
Data
Signal Output Through Both
Optical and Coaxial Digital Audio
Connections
■Audiophile-Grade Output DACs for
the Finest Audio Reproduction
■Easy-to-Use On-Screen Menu
System
■Playback of Data Discs Containing
MP3 Audio Files, Windows Media®
WMA Audio Files and JPEG Still-
Image Files
■Extensive Programming Capability
for Audio and Video Discs
■Parental Lock Controls Prevent
Unauthorized Viewing of
Restricted Movies
■Multiple Options for Language,
Soundtrack and Subtitle Selection
■Multiple-Angle Capabilities With
Specially Encoded DVD Discs
■Backlit, Ergonomically Designed
Remote Control
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your DVD280 has been designed for
use with 230-volt AC current and the
plugs are specifically designed for
230-volt applications. Connection to a
line voltage other than that for which
it is intended can create a safety and
fire hazard and may damage the unit.
Depending on the electrical require-
ments in your area or the wiring in
your home, the power cords included
with your DVD280 may not be the cor-
rect ones, and you may need to con-
tact your local JBL distributor to
obtain the correct power cord.
If you have any questions about
the voltage requirements for your
specific model, or about the line
voltage in your area, contact your
selling dealer before plugging the
unit into a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
We do not recommend that extension
cords be used with this product. As
with all electrical devices, do not run
power cords under rugs or carpets
or place heavy objects on them.
Damaged power cords should be
replaced immediately by an author-
ized service center with cords meet-
ing factory specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord
from an AC outlet, always pull the
plug; never pull the cord. If you do not
intend to use the unit for any consid-
erable length of time, disconnect the
plug from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable com-
ponents inside this product. Opening
the cabinet may present a shock haz-
ard, and any modification to the prod-
uct will void your guarantee. If water
or any metal object such as a paper
clip, wire or a staple accidentally falls
inside the unit, disconnect it from the
AC power source immediately, and
consult an authorized service center.
Installation Location
■To ensure proper operation, and to
avoid the potential for safety haz-
ards, place the unit on a firm and
level surface. When placing the
unit on a shelf, be certain that the
shelf and any mounting hardware
can support the weight of the
product.
■Make certain that proper space is
provided both above and below
the unit for ventilation. If this prod-
uct will be installed in a cabinet or
other enclosed area, make certain
that there is sufficient air move-
ment within the cabinet.
■Do not place the unit directly on a
carpeted surface.
■Avoid moist or humid locations.
■Avoid installation in extremely hot
or cold locations, or an area that is
exposed to direct sunlight or heat-
ing equipment.
■Do not obstruct the ventilation
slots on the sides of the unit, or
place objects directly over them.
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with
a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary,
and only after unplugging the AC
power cord, wipe the unit with a soft
cloth dampened with mild soapy
water, then a fresh cloth with clean
water. Wipe immediately with a dry
cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol
cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any
volatile cleaning agent. Do not use
abrasive cleaners, as they may dam-
age the finish of metal parts. Avoid
spraying insecticide near the unit.
Unpacking
The carton and shipping materials
used to protect your new DVD player
during shipment were specially
designed to cushion it from shock
and vibration. We suggest that you
save the carton and packing materi-
als for use in shipping if you move,
or should the unit ever need repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in
storage, you may wish to flatten it.
This is done by carefully slitting the
tape seams on the bottom, and col-
lapsing the carton down to a more
two-dimensional appearance. Other
cardboard inserts may be stored in
the same manner. Packing materials
that cannot be collapsed should be
saved along with the carton in a
plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the pack-
aging materials, please note that the
carton and other sections of the ship-
ping protection are recyclable.
Please respect the environment and
discard those materials at a local
recycling center.
Remove Front-Panel Protective Film
In order to protect the lens covering
the front panel of your new DVD280, it
is shipped from the factory covered
by a protective plastic film. Before
using the unit, remove this film by
grabbing one corner and gently peel-
ing back the plastic sheet. Note that
the film must be removed for proper
operation of the remote control.
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Moving the Unit
Before moving the unit, be certain to
disconnect any interconnection cords
with other components, and make
certain that you disconnect the unit
from the AC outlet.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To avoid damage
to the DVD280 that may not be cov-
ered by the warranty, be certain that
the disc is removed from the unit
before it is moved. Once the DVD280
is installed, a disc may be left in the
unit when it is turned off, but the unit
should NEVER be moved with a disc
left in the disc tray.
Important Information for the User
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. The limits
are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interfer-
ence 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 commu-
nication. However, there is no guar-
antee that harmful 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 cor-
rect 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 con-
nected.
■Consult the dealer or an experi-
enced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful inter-
ference, and (2) this device must
accept interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications may
cause this unit to fail to comply with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
CAUTION: The DVD280 uses a laser
system. To prevent direct exposure to
the laser beam, do not open the cabi-
net enclosure or defeat any of the
safety mechanisms provided for your
protection. DO NOT STARE INTO THE
LASER BEAM. To ensure proper use
of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain it
for future use. Should the unit require
maintenance or repair, please con-
tact your local JBL service center.
Refer servicing to qualified person-
nel only.
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FEATURES & DVD COMPATIBILITY
High-Quality Video
• Advanced pixel-by-pixel processing
using 10-bit MPEG-2 video decoding
circuits.
• Test-screen signal for testing video
performance and setup.
• Compatibility with dual-layer,
extended-play DVDs.
• Playback of JPEG image files.
• Progressive Scan component video
outputs.
High-Quality Digital Audio
• By connecting a digital processor or
receiver, you may enjoy high-quality
5.1 digital surround sound from DTS
or Dolby Digital discs.
• With linear PCM audio at 16–24 bits
and 44kHz – 96kHz (also on digital
output, see table on page 21), audio
quality exceeding that of CD
becomes possible.
• Optical and coaxial digital audio
outputs.
Many Convenient Features
• Intuitive on-screen menu systems
for disc or player information and
programming many major functions.
• Subtitles may be displayed in one of
numerous languages (DVD only)†.
• The multi-angle function allows you
to choose the viewing angle of
scenes that were shot from a num-
ber of different angles (limited to
DVDs recorded with multiple cam-
era angles).
• Multiple options for dialogue lan-
guage and soundtrack selection
(limited to DVDs recorded with
multiple dialogue languages or
soundtracks).
• Parental lock settings to prevent
play of discs unsuitable for some
audiences (DVD only).
• Separate buttons for convenient
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse Search
and Track Skip.
• Zoom during Play and Pause (DVD,
VCD and SVCD only).
• Backlit, ergonomically designed
remote control.
• Future software upgrades acces-
sible via the Internet.
†
The number of languages depends on
the information available on each
individual DVD.
Compatible With CD as
Well as DVD
• The DVD280 will play any conven-
tional Audio CD (CD-A) and most
recordable (CD-R) or erasable (CD-
RW) CDs, bearing the logos shown
here; data discs containing MP3,
WMA or JPEG files; or any VCD or
DVD-Video disc with the Region
Code indicated on the rear panel of
the unit.
Disc Formats Supported by
This Player
The unit can play the following types
of discs:
DVD CD
8cm (3") 8cm (3")
12cm (5") 12cm (5")
The DVD280 will also play most DVD-R ,
DVD-RW, DVD+R or DVD+RW discs
recorded in the DVD-Video format,
but we cannot guarantee complete
playback compatibility of DVD-record-
able discs, due to the wide variation
in recorders and blank discs.
CD-RW CD-R VCD or SVCD
12cm (5") 8cm (3") 8cm (3")
12cm (5") 12cm (5")
NOTE: Playback of CD-R or CD-RW
discs created on a computer requires
proper formatting and finalization of
the disc for audio playback. Some
computers and/or software programs
may not be capable of creating com-
patible discs.
DVD-Video Disc Compatibility:
• 8cm (3") or 12cm (5") discs
• Single-sided or double-sided discs
• Single-layer or dual-layer discs
• Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG or Linear
PCM digital audio tracks
• MPEG-2 digital video
• Discs are generally divided into one
or more titles, which may be further
subdivided into chapters.
ReWritable
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Audio CD Compatibility
• 8cm (3") or 12cm (5") discs
• Linear PCM digital audio
• Audio CDs are divided into tracks
CD-R/RW Compatibility
• 12cm (5") discs
• Linear PCM, MP3 (32kbps – 320kbps)
or Windows Media®WMA (16kbps –
192kbps) digital audio
• May contain JPEG still images (up
to 5 megapixels, file size up to 5Mb)
• Linear PCM discs are generally
divided into tracks like an audio CD.
MP3, WMA and JPEG discs (or
discs that contain more than one
of these formats) are divided into
files, which may be organized into
folders, depending on how the disc
was created.
VCD/SVCD Compatibility
• 12cm (5") discs
• Linear PCM, MP1 (MPEG-1, Layer 1),
MP3 (MPEG-1, Layer 3) digital audio
• MPEG-1 digital video
• May contain JPEG still images
(Video CD Version 2.0).
• Some discs may contain menus and
chapters, while other discs simply
contain tracks. Version 2.0 discs
may offer interactive playback
control (PBC).
However, the DVD280 will NOT play
the following:
• DVD-Audio discs, unless the disc
contains Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG
or Linear PCM digital audio tracks
• DVD-Video discs with a Region
Code other than that indicated on
the rear panel
• DVD-ROM data discs
• DVD-RAM discs
• CD-I discs
• CD-G discs
• Kodak®Photo CD discs
NOTE: Due to differences in the for-
matting of certain discs, it is possible
that some discs may include features
that are not compatible with the
DVD280. Similarly, although the
DVD280 is capable of a wide range of
features, not all discs include every
capability of the DVD system. For
example, although the DVD280 is
compatible with multi-angle discs,
that feature is only possible when the
disc is specially encoded for multiple-
angle play. In addition, the DVD280 is
capable of playing back both Dolby
Digital and DTS soundtracks, but the
number and types of tracks available
will vary from disc to disc. To make
certain that a specific feature or
soundtrack option is available, please
check the options noted on the disc
jacket.
• Playback of DTS audio discs
requires connection to a processor
or receiver with a DTS decoder and
the correct setting of the Digital
Output Format in the Audio Sub-
menu to “Original” (see page 25).
• Playback capability for CD- or DVD-
recordable discs may vary due to
variations in the quality of the disc
and the recorder used to create
the disc.
• The DVD280 is compatible with most
discs recorded with files encoded
using MP3 or Windows Media 9, as
well as JPEG still images. However,
note that variations in the encoder
or codec used and the bit rate of the
encoding may affect the DVD280’s
ability to play back a specific disc.
As a result, we cannot guarantee
complete compatibility with all
encoders and versions of the
codecs. For best results, we recom-
mend that MP3 files be encoded at
bit rates ranging between 32kbps
and 320kbps. WMA files should be
encoded at bit rates between
16kbps and 192kbps. JPEG files
should contain no more than 5
mega
pixels, and the file size should
be no larger than 5Mb.
Upgradeability via Internet
The “firmware” controlling the func-
tionality of the JBL DVD280 is fully
upgradeable. In the event of future
improvements to its operations and
features, it will be possible to down-
load firmware upgrades from
www.jbl.com. Simply copy the down-
loaded file onto a CD-R, and insert it
into the DVD280 for an automatic
upgrade.
Packing List
1 JBL DVD280 DVD Player
1 Remote control
2 AA batteries
1 A/V cable for stereo analog audio
and composite video
1 S-video cable
1 1/8" Remote input/output cable
3
AC power cords. Use the one
appropriate for your region and
electrical requirements. If none is
correct for your area, you may
need to contact your local JBL
distributor to obtain the correct
power cord.
1 Owner’s manual
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TERMINOLOGY
Since they share some of the charac-
teristics and technology of CD play-
ers, many of the terms and opera-
tional concepts used in a DVD player
are similar to what you may be famil-
iar with from CD players and chang-
ers, or older video disc formats such
as Laser Disc. However, if this is your
first DVD product, some of the terms
used to describe the features of a
DVD player may be unfamiliar. The
following explanations should solve
some of the mysteries of DVD, and
help you to enjoy all the power and
flexibility of the DVD format and
the DVD280.
Aspect Ratio: This is a description of
the width of a video image in relation
to its height. A conventional video
screen is four units wide for every
three units of height, making it almost
square. Newer wide-aspect-ratio
video displays are 16 units wide for
every nine units of height, making
them more like the screen in a movie
theater. The program material on a
DVD may be recorded in either format
and, in addition, you may configure
the DVD280 to play back in either for-
mat, depending on the features
recorded on a disc.
Chapter: DVD programs are divided
into chapters and titles. Chapters are
the subsections programmed into a
single title on a disc. Chapters may
be compared to the individual tracks
on an audio CD. Press the Menu
Button

to see a listing of the
chapters on a disc.
Component Video: This form of video
signal eliminates many of the arti-
facts of traditional composite video
signals by splitting the signal into a
separate luminance channel (the Y
signal channel) and two color-differ-
ence signals (the Pr and Pb signal
channels). With a component video
connection, you will see greater pic-
ture resolution and eliminate many
picture imperfections, such as the
moiré patterns often seen on check-
patterned cloth. However, in order
to benefit from component video,
you must have a video display with
Y/Pr/Pb component video inputs. Do
not connect the component video
outputs of the DVD280 to the standard
composite or S-video inputs of a TV
or recorder.
JPEG Files: JPEG stands for the Joint
Photographic Experts Group, which
developed a standard for compress-
ing still images, such as photographs.
JPEG files may be created on a per-
sonal computer by importing images
from a digital camera, or scanning
printed photographs. These files may
be burned onto a compact disc. The
DVD280 is among the few DVD play-
ers that are capable of recognizing
JPEG files and enabling you to view
them on your video screen. Moreover,
when WMA or MP3 audio files are
stored on the same disc as the JPEG
files, you may create a “slide show”
of images with music in the back-
ground. See page 34 for more infor-
mation.
MP3 Files: MP3 is an audio compres-
sion format that was developed by
the Motion Picture Experts Group as
an adjunct to the MPEG-1 video com-
pression format. A number of encod-
ing software programs are available
for transferring CDs and other audio
programs into the MP3 format. The
main benefit of MP3 is that it reduces
the size of audio files considerably,
depending on the amount of com-
pression selected during the encod-
ing process, enabling you to store
many more songs on one compact
disc than in the standard audio CD
format. The DVD280 is capable of
playing MP3 files and displaying
the file names, using its advanced
graphic interface. See page 40 for
more information on MP3 files.
Multiple Angle: DVDs have the capa-
bility to show up to four different
views of the same scene in a pro-
gram. When a disc is encoded with
multiple-angle information, pressing
the Angle Button
M will enable you
to switch between these different
views. Note that, at present, few
discs take advantage of this capa-
bility and, when they do, the multiple-
angle technology may only be pres-
ent for short periods of time within
the disc. Producers will usually insert
some sort of icon or graphic in the
picture to alert you to the availability
of multiple-angle scenes.
Progressive Scan: The DVD280 offers
progressive scan video outputs for
use with compatible high-resolution
televisions and projectors. Before
DVD, no consumer medium could
store, transmit or display video with
full resolution. To conserve band-
width, analog compression (interlac-
ing) is employed: first, the odd-num-
bered lines of a frame are displayed,
followed by the even-numbered lines.
The result is that only half of the
video image is drawn at one time; the
viewer’s brain must reassemble the
complete image. This is acceptable,
if the monitor is not too large and if
there is not too much motion in the
image. Large displays and fast-mov-
ing images reveal the limitations of
this system. Thanks to DVD’s immense
data capacity, images are now stored
intact (progressively), so that all the
lines in each frame (odd and even)
are shown at the same time. But
because most TVs cannot handle a
progressive signal, all current DVD
players generate an interlaced out-
put for compatibility. The DVD280 is
among the select few DVD players
with true progressive scan video out-
put for use with compatible TVs and
CRT projectors and with all plasma,
LCD and DLP display devices, via the
component video output. The result
is 40% greater light output than a
conventional TV and a stunningly
detailed high-definition image, along
with an almost complete absence of
visible scanlines and motion artifacts.
The DVD280’s sophisticated pixel-by-
pixel processing is a major advance-
ment over the previous generation’s
line-by-line processing, bringing out
even greater detail in your favorite
video presentations. Of course,
traditional Y/Pr/Pb component video,
S-video and composite video outputs
are included for use with conventional
televisions and projectors.
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Reading: This is a message that you
will see when you first press the Play
Button
5 B . It refers to the fact
that the player must first examine the
contents of the disc to see whether it
is a CD or DVD, and then extract the
information about the type of material
on the disc, such as languages,
aspect ratios, subtitles, number of
titles and more. The slight delay while
the contents of the disc are read is
normal.
Resume: The operation of the Stop
Button
7 D on the DVD280 works
differently from what you are used to
on CD players. On a traditional CD
player, when you press the Stop but-
ton, the unit
does just that: It stops
playback. On a CD player,
when you
press the Start button again, the disc
starts from the beginning. With the
DVD280, however, you have two
options when playing DVD discs.
Pressing the Stop Button
7 D once
will stop the playback, but it actually
puts the unit in the Resume mode.
This means that you can turn the
machine off and, when you press the
Play Button
5 B the next time, the
disc will resume or continue from the
point on the disc where the Stop
Button
7 D was pressed. This is
helpful if you are watching a movie
and must interrupt your viewing ses-
sion but wish to pick up where you
left off. Pressing the Stop Button
7 D twice will stop the machine in
a traditional manner and, when the
disc is played again, it will start from
the beginning.
In Resume mode, the cover of the
DVD will be displayed, if available.
Otherwise, the JBL screen will
appear. The resume function is not
available for CDs or JPEG files. For
DVDs only, the resume function will
be retained even after the DVD280
has been placed in Standby mode by
pressing the Power On/Off Button 2
, but not after the unit has been
fully powered down by pressing the
Main Power On/Off Button 1, or
after the unit has been unplugged
from AC power.
Title: For a DVD, a title is defined as
an entire movie or program. There
may be as many chapters within a
title as the producers decide to
include. Most discs include only one
title, but some may have more than
one, to give you a “Double Feature”
presentation or to include other spe-
cial features. Press the Title Button
H to see a listing of the titles on a
disc. When a disc has only one title,
pressing the Title Button
H may
show a list of the chapters.
WMA Files: WMA (Windows Media®
Audio) is an audio compression for-
mat that was developed by the
Microsoft®Corporation for use with
its Windows Media Player. WMA files
can be even smaller in size than MP3
files, while maintaining similar quality.
The DVD280 is among the few DVD
players capable of playing discs
containing WMA files. Note that
Windows Media Player uses other
file formats; however, the DVD280 is
only capable of playing files that end
in the “.wma” extension.
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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS
VIDEO
DVD280 High Performance DVD/CD Player
Standby
Dimmer Test
2345
Power
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JPEG
VCD
DVD
WMA
MP3 PROG RANDOM REPEAT 1 ALL A-B V.OFF TEST P.SCAN
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER PBC HOUR MIN SEC
 Main Power On/Off: Press this
switch to apply power to the DVD280.
Once the unit has been turned on with
this switch, the Power Indicator
2
will light up in red, and the DVD280
may be turned on from either the front
panel or remote control. Press the
switch again to turn the unit com-
pletely off.
1 Power On/Off (Standby): Press the
button once to turn the DVD280 on,
and the Power Indicator
2 will turn
orange. Press it again to put the unit
in the Standby mode and the Power
Indicator
2 will turn back to red.
Note that in order for this switch to
operate, the Main Power Switch

must be pressed in so that it is in the
ON position.
2 Power Indicator: This LED will be
illuminated in red when the unit is in
the Standby mode to signal that the
unit is ready to be turned on. When
the unit is in operation, the indicator
will turn orange.
3 Disc Drawer: This drawer is used
to hold the discs played in the unit.
Be certain to seat all discs carefully
within the recess in the drawer. Do
not press down on the drawer when
it is open, to avoid damage to the
player.
4 Eject: Press this button to open or
close the disc tray.
5 Play: Press to initiate playback or
to resume playback after the Pause
Button
6 9 has been pressed.
6 Pause: Press this button to
momentarily pause playback. To
resume playback, press the button
again. If a DVD is playing, action will
freeze and a still picture will be dis-
played when the button is pressed.
7 Stop: Press this button once to
place the disc in the Resume mode.
Playback will stop, but as long as
the tray is not opened or the disc
changed, DVD playback will continue
from the same point on the disc when
the Play Button
5 B is pressed
again. Resume will also work if the
unit was turned off. To stop a disc and
have play start from the beginning,
press the button twice.
8 Skip (Previous): Press this button
to move backward through the music
tracks on a CD or the chapters on
a DVD.
9 Skip (Next): Press to move for-
ward through the music tracks on a
CD or the chapters on a DVD.
! Dimmer: Press this button to
reduce the brightness of the Main
Information Display
# by 50% or to
turn the display off completely in the
following order: FULL BRIGHTNESS ➔
HALF BRIGHTNESS ➔OFF ➔FULL
BRIGHTNESS.
B Test: Press this button to display
a test picture on the screen, which
enables you to optimally adjust the
color parameters on your video dis-
play, such as brightness, contrast,
color intensity and tint.
# Main Information Display: This
display delivers messages and status
information to help you operate the
DVD player. See page 12 for a com-
plete explanation of the display.
 Main Power On/Off
1 Power On/Off (Standby)
2 Power Indicator
3 Disc Drawer
4 Eject
5 Play
6 Pause
7 Stop
8 Skip (Previous)
9 Skip (Next)
! Dimmer
B Test
# Main Information Display
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FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY
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VCD
DVD
WMA
MP3 PROG RANDOM REPEAT 1 ALL A-B V.OFF TEST P.SCAN
TITLE TRACK CHAPTER PBC HOUR MIN SEC
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ADisc-Type Indicators
BPlayback-Mode Indicators
CTitle Number Indicators
DChapter/Track Number Indicators
ETime Indicators
FHour/Minute/Second Indicators
GProgressive Scan Indicator
HParental Lock Indicator
IAngle Indicator
JTest Indicator
KV-OFF Indicator
LVCD Playback Control Indicator
MA-B Repeat Indicator
N
Chapter/Track/Title Indicators
ORepeat Indicators
PRandom Indicator
QProgram Indicator
ADisc-Type Indicators: The DVD,
CD, JPEG, MP3, VCD or WMA indica-
tor will light to show the type of disc
currently being played.
BPlayback-Mode Indicators: These
indicators light to show the current
playback mode:
›Lights when a disc is playing in the
normal mode.
›› Lights when the disc is in the Fast
Search Forward mode. The on-screen
banner display indicates the selected
speed (2x, 16x, 64x, 200x). The third
triangle will light when the search
speed reaches 16x, and will remain
lit if the speed is increased to 64x
or 200x.
ÍÍ Lights when the disc is paused.
‹‹
Lights when the disc is in the Fast
Search Reverse
mode. The on-screen
banner display indicates the selected
speed (2x, 16x, 64x, 200x). The third
triangle will light when the search
speed reaches 16x, and will remain
lit if the speed is increased to 64x
or 200x.
Note that the fast-search speeds
above are for DVDs only. Fast-search
is also available for VCDs, SVCDs and
CDs, but only at two speeds, 4x and
32x. Fast-search is not available for
MP3s or WMAs.
CTitle Number Indicators: These
two positions in the display will show
the current title number when a DVD
disc is playing.
DChapter/Track Number Indicators:
When a DVD disc is playing, these
two positions in the display will show
the current chapter. When a CD is
playing, they will show the current
track number.
ETime Indicators: These positions
in the display will show the running
time of a disc in play. When a DVD is
playing, these indicators will show
the time elapsed or remaining for the
current chapter or title. When a CD,
VCD or SVCD is playing, these indica-
tors will show the time elapsed or
remaining for the current track or
disc. When an MP3 or WMA file is
playing, these indicators will show
the elapsed time for the current file.
See page 35 for more information on
the time display.
NOTE: The indicators CDE will
also display text messages about
the DVD280’s status, including
READING when a disc is loading,
and DISC ERROR when a disc is
not compatible with the DVD280.
FHour/Minute/Second Indicators:
These indicators are used with the
Time Indicators Eto show current,
remaining or total time.
GProgressive Scan Indicator: This
indicator lights when the DVD280’s
progressive scan video outputs are
activated.
HParental Lock Indicator: This indi-
cator lights when the parental lock
system is engaged in order to prevent
anyone from changing the rating level
without a code.
IAngle Indicator: This indicator
blinks when alternative viewing
angles are available on the DVD
currently playing.
JTest Indicator: This indicator lights
when the video test screen is activated.
KV-OFF Indicator: This indicator
lights when the unit’s video output
has been turned off by pressing the
Video Off Button
E on the remote
control.
LVCD Playback Control Indicator:
This indicator lights when the play-
back control function is turned on
for VCDs.
MA-B Repeat Indicator: This indica-
tor lights when a specific passage for
repeat playback has been selected.
NChapter/Track/Title Indicators:
These indicators are used with the
Title Number Indicators Cand the
Chapter/Track Number Indicators D
to display the current track for CDs,
VCDs and SVCDs, and the current
Title and Chapter for DVDs.
ORepeat Indicators: These indica-
tors light when any of the Repeat
functions are in use.
PRandom Indicator: This indicator
lights when the unit is in the Random
Play mode.
QProgram Indicator: This indicator
lights when the Playlist has been set
to the programmed order using the
Player Menu of the Graphic User
Interface. See page 43 for more infor-
mation.
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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8 Enter
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A Skip/Step (Previous)
B Play
C Search/Slow Reverse
D Stop
E Video Off
F Display Dimmer
G Clear
H Title
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J Light
K A-B Repeat
L Zoom
M Angle
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 Setup
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
0 Power On: Turns on the player
when it is in Standby mode (the JBL
logo appears on-screen).
1 Repeat: Press to go to the Repeat
menu. You can repeat a title, chapter,
track, programmed playlist or the
entire disc.
2 Playlist: Press this button to
access the playlist on-screen menu.
See page 43 for more information on
programming playlists.
3 Audio: Press to access various
audio languages on a DVD (if the DVD
contains multiple audio streams). This
button may also allow you to access
different audio formats on DVD discs,
such as switching to the linear PCM
or Dolby Digital 5.1 tracks (or other
formats), if they’ve been recorded
on the disc.
4 Eject: Press to open or close the
Disc Drawer
3 .
5 Navigation K/L Buttons: Use to
select and execute items or settings.
6 Info: Press for detailed informa-
tion on the disc playing (Video/Audio
bit rate, Movie aspect ratio and oth-
ers). Note that the unit will not react
to any transport button as long as the
info menu is displayed. Press again to
remove information from screen.
7 Navigation ‹ / ›Buttons: Use to
select and execute items or settings.
8 Enter: Use to execute selections
in the menu system or as prompted.
9 Pause: Freezes a picture (with
DVD/VCD) and pauses the playback
signal (CD) when a disc is playing.
Press again for normal playback.
A Skip/Step (Previous): Press to
go to the beginning of the current
track. Press again quickly to go to
the beginning of the previous track.
When the Pause Button
9 has been
pressed during playback, the picture
reverses frame by frame each time
this button is pressed. The step func-
tion is only available for DVDs, VCDs
and SVCDs.
B Play: Press this button to begin
playback of the disc (closes the Disc
Drawer
3 first, if it is open).
C Search/Slow (Reverse): Allows
you to search in reverse through a
disc while it is in Play mode. Each
time you press this button while a
DVD is playing, the search speed
changes as below:
R. SEARCH 2x ➜R. SEARCH 16x ➜R.
SEARCH 64x ➜R. SEARCH 200x ➜R.
SEARCH 2x
Two fast-search speeds are available
for VCDs, SVCDs and CDs: 4x and 32x.
Fast-search is not available for MP3s
or WMAs.
This button also allows you to play
movies in Slow mode. Each time you
press this button while a DVD is play-
ing, and after pressing the Pause
Button
9 , the slow speed will be
changed as below:
R. SLOW 1/2x ➜R. SLOW 1/4x ➜R.
SLOW 1/8x ➜R. SLOW 1/16x ➜R.
SLOW 1/2x
Slow-speed playback is not available
for CDs, or for MP3 and WMA discs.
Two slow-play speeds are available
for VCDs and SVCDs: 1/2x and 1/4x.
See page 30 for more information on
fast-search and slow-play.
D Stop: Stops playing a disc. When
a disc is playing, if you press the Stop
Button
7 D once, then the Play
Button
5 B , the disc will resume
play; i.e., it will start from the same
point on the disc where the unit was
stopped. If you press the Stop Button
7 D twice, then the Play Button
5 B , the disc will start play from
the beginning. The resume function
is not available for CDs. The resume
function is available after the unit has
been placed in the Standby mode by
pressing the Power On/Off (Standby)
Button 2and then powered on
again, but only for DVDs.
E Video Off: Press to turn off video
output for improved performance
from audio-only discs. Press again to
restore video output (see page 39).
F Display Dimmer: Press to change
the brightness of the front-panel dis-
play or to turn the display off com-
pletely in the following order: FULL
BRIGHTNESS ➜HALF BRIGHTNESS
➜OFF ➜FULL BRIGHTNESS
G Clear: Press to remove the On-
Screen Banner Display from the
screen.
H Title: Press this button while a
disc is playing to display the current
title number. Press it again to jump to
the next numbered title on the disc.
Note that this function often remains
active even when the disc’s software
prohibits title jumping using the
Skip/Step (Next) Button
Q .
I Numeric Keys: Select numbers
by pressing these buttons.
J Light: Press to illuminate the but-
tons on the remote control.
K A-B Repeat: Press to select the
beginning and end of passage A-B,
which will play repeatedly.
L Zoom: When a DVD, JPEG, VCD
or SVCD disc is playing, press this
button to zoom the picture so that it is
enlarged. There are four steps to the
zoom function, each progressively
larger. Press through each of the
zoom stages to return to a normal pic-
ture. Use the Navigation ⁄/¤/‹/›
Buttons 57 to view different
areas of the enlarged image. Only two
enlargement sizes are available for
VCDs and SVCDs (2x and 4x).
M Angle: Press to access various
camera angles
on a DVD (if the DVD
contains multiple camera angles).
When a JPEG is being displayed,
pressing the Angle Button wrepeat-
edly causes the on-screen image to
rotate clockwise by 90 degrees each
press. If the disc also contains audio
MP3 or WMA files, this portion of the
disc must be deactivated by pressing
the Setup Button to display the
on-screen menu system. Use the
⁄/¤/‹/›Navigation Buttons fh
to highlight the Audio icon on the left
side of the Player Menu, and press the
Enter Button ito deactivate it.
N Pic–: When playing a disc con-
taining JPEG still image files, press
this button to view the previous
picture.
O Pic+: When playing a disc con-
taining JPEG still image files, press
this button to view the next picture.
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P Search/Slow (Forward): Allows
you to search forward through a disc
while it is in Play mode. Each time
you press this button while a DVD is
playing, the search speed changes
as below:
F. SEARCH 2x ➜F. SEARCH 16x ➜F.
SEARCH 64x ➜F. SEARCH 200x ➜F.
SEARCH 2x
Two fast-search speeds are available
for VCDs, SVCDs and CDs: 4x and 32x.
Fast-search is not available for MP3s
or WMAs.
This button also allows you to play
movies in Slow mode. Each time you
press this button while a DVD is play-
ing, and after pressing the Pause
Button
9 , the slow speed will be
changed as below:
F. SLOW 1/2x ➜F. SLOW 1/4x ➜F.
SLOW 1/8x ➜F. SLOW 1/16x ➜F.
SLOW 1/2x
Slow-speed playback is not available
for CDs, or for MP3 and WMA discs.
Two slow-play speeds are available
for VCDs and SVCDs: 1/2x and 1/4x.
See page 30 for more information on
fast-search and slow-play.
Q Skip/Step (Next): Press to go
to the beginning of the next track.
When the Pause Button
9 has been
pressed during playback, the picture
advances frame by frame each time
this button is pressed. The step func-
tion is only available for DVDs, VCDs
and SVCDs.
 Status: Press while a disc is
playing to view the on-screen status
banner display. Use the Navigation
K/L/ ‹/›Buttons 57 to move
through the different features in the
Banner Display. When a value is high-
lighted, such as Track Number or
Time Remaining, press the Enter
Button
8 to select it. The banner
will display the available options.
Scroll through the options using the
Navigation ‹› Buttons
7 and
press the Enter Button
8 to select
the desired option.
 Disc Menu: Displays the DVD
disc menu on-screen in Play mode.
 Setup: Press to access the
DVD280‘s on-screen menu system.
 Subtitle: When a DVD is playing,
press to select a subtitle language or
to turn subtitles off.
 Random: Press for playback in
random order. The Random function
is not available when playing DVDs,
except for random playback of a pro-
grammed playlist. It is available when
playing both commercial and record-
able audio CDs and VCDs, and discs
containing MP3, WMA or JPEG files.
 Power Off: Turns off the player
to Standby mode.
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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
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Maunfactured under license from Dolby Laboratories,
"Dolby",and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories,
Confidential unpublished works, 1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
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™ Coaxial Digital Output
£Analog Audio Outputs
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∞ Component Video Outputs
§ Composite Video Output
¶ SCART Out (TV)
•Remote Control Input
ª Remote Control Output
‚ AC Power Cord Jack
⁄ Region Code
¡ Optical Digital Output: Connect
this jack to the optical digital input of
an A/V receiver or surround proces-
sor for Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM
audio playback.
™ Coaxial Digital Output: Connect
this jack to the coaxial digital input of
an A/V receiver or surround proces-
sor for Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM
audio playback.
NOTES:
• Connect either the Optical Digital
Output ¡or the Coaxial Digital
Output ™to a corresponding digital
audio input on your receiver or
processor, but not both.
• The coaxial digital output should
only be connected to a digital input.
Even though it is the same RCA-type
connector as standard analog audio
connections, DO NOT connect it to a
conventional analog input jack.
£Analog Audio Outputs: You may
connect these outputs to the DVD
Audio inputs on your receiver or
processor in addition to the optical or
coaxial digital audio connection. You
may also need to make these connec-
tions if your receiver or processor
does not have digital audio inputs, or
if you are connecting the DVD280
directly to a television.
¢ S-Video Output: Connect this jack
to the S-video input on a television or
video projector, or to an S-video input
on an A/V receiver or processor if
you are using that type of device for
S-video input switching.
∞ Component Video Outputs: These
outputs carry the component video
signals for connection to display mon-
itors with component video inputs.
For standard analog TVs or projectors
with inputs marked Y/Pr/Pb or Y/Cr/Cb,
connect these outputs to the corre-
sponding inputs. If you have a high-
definition television or projector that
is compatible with high-scan-rate
progressive video (480P), connect
these jacks to the HD component
inputs. PROGRESSIVE must be
selected in the Video menu, if you are
using a progressive scan display
device, in order to take advantage of
the progressive scan circuitry. See
the “Scan Type” section on page 26
for more information on progressive
scan video.
IMPORTANT: These jacks should NOT
be connected to standard composite
video inputs.
§ Composite Video Output: Connect
this jack to the video input on a televi-
sion or video projector, or to a video
input on an A/V receiver or processor
if you are using that type of device for
video input switching.
¶ SCART Out (TV): If your TV has
a SCART socket, you may connect
a SCART cable to your TV and to
your DVD player for improved video
quality. The SCART cable carries
both audio and video. Select Composite
Video or RGB video for the SCART
connector’s video output signal
(see page 26).
•Remote Control Input: Connect the
output of a remote infrared sensor, or
the remote control output of another
compatible product, to this jack. This
will enable the remote control to
operate even when the front-panel
remote sensor on the DVD280 is
blocked. This jack may also be used
with compatible IR remote control-
based automation systems.
ª Remote Control Output: Connect
this jack to the infrared (IR) input jack
of another compatible remote-con-
trolled product to have the built-in
remote sensor on the DVD280 pro-
vide IR signals to other compatible
products.
‚ AC Power Cord Jack: Connect the
correct plug for your area here and to
an AC outlet. If the outlet is controlled
by a switch, make certain that it is in
the ON position.
⁄ Region Code: This player is
designed and manufactured for com-
patibility with Region Management
Information that is encoded on most
DVD discs. This Region Code is usually
displayed on the DVD case and the
disc. This player has been configured
by the factory for playback of discs
containing a specific Region Code,
which is indicated on the carton and
here on the rear panel of the unit, and
for discs that do not contain Region
Code information. If there is any other
Region Code on a disc, it will not play
on the DVD280. Consult with your
local JBL dealer or distributor if you
have any questions regarding the
Region Code setting of this player.
NOTE: You’ll find more details about
all audio/video connections under
Setup and Connections on the
following pages.
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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
• Ensure that the power switch of this
unit (and of other equipment to be
connected) is set to “Off” before
commencing connection.
• Do not block the ventilation holes of
any of the equipment and arrange
them so that air can circulate freely.
• Read through the instructions before
connecting other equipment.
• Ensure that you observe the color-
coding when connecting audio and
video cables.
VIDEO NOTES:
•While we suggest the use of compo-
nent video for higher quality pic-
tures, you may also use the stan-
dard S-video or composite video
connection if your TV does not have
component video inputs.
Never con-
nect more than one video output
from the DVD player to your TV or
A/V receiver; use only one of them.
• The composite video output (yellow)
combines the complete video signal
(composite) and sends it to the TV
(or to the A/V receiver) by one cable
only. Use the video output when
your TV set is equipped with a video
input jack only.
• The S (separate) video output con-
nector separates the color (C) and
luminance (Y) signals before trans-
mitting them to the TV set in order
to achieve a sharper picture. Use
the S-video cable when connecting
the player to a TV equipped with an
S-video input for improved picture
clarity.
• The component video outputs fur-
ther separate the color components
of the video signal, optimizing the
DVD280’s video performance. Com-
ponent video connections are pre-
ferred, when available, on your TV
or receiver. If you are using a televi-
sion or video display that is compati-
ble with high-resolution 480P video
signals, make sure to use the input
jacks on the video marked “HD
Component,” if available. Also, make
sure to configure the display’s input
settings for use with “480P” video
signals. You will also need to change
the scan type in the DVD280’s Video
Setup menu from “Interlaced” to
“Progressive.” See page 26.
• Some TVs are equipped with SCART
connectors rather than with a nor-
mal video input (yellow cinch). In
that case, the SCART connection
should be used. It will provide the
audio signal, so no connection from
the Analog Audio Outputs £to the
TV is necessary. Separate analog
audio connections to the TV are
needed only if your TV is connected
to the Component Video Outputs ∞,
the Composite Video Output §or
the S-Video Output ¢. If you will
be using a receiver or processor
with component, S- or composite
video connections, then no audio
connection needs to be made to the
TV. If you will be using a receiver or
processor with the SCART connec-
tion to the TV, then turn the volume
control on the TV all the way down.
IMPORTANT NOTES ON SCART AND
RGB FORMAT:
• Your DVD280 is equipped with a
SCART connector for direct connec-
tion to a compatible TV.
• The SCART connector provides the
video signal as well as audio (stereo
L/R) signals.
• The SCART connector for the TV
provides the composite video signal
or the direct RGB signal, delivering
the best video performance possi-
ble, selectable in the on-screen
menu system. To view RGB video on
your TV, the RGB-compatible SCART
connector on the TV must be used
and the DVD280’s TV SCART con-
nector must be set to “RGB” (see
page 26).
• Note that with RGB video, the color
intensity cannot be adjusted with
most TVs.
• When the RGB video signal is used,
DVDs recorded with the NTSC for-
mat can be viewed even on non-
NTSC-compatible TVs, as long as
the Region Code is correct for
your area.
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Connecting to a TV Only
When using the DVD280 with a televi-
sion but no audio receiver or proces-
sor, connect it as follows.
Either make
only the SCART connection åfrom
the DVD280 to the TV,
or make the
analog audio connection ≠and
one
of the video connections (S-video ∫,
composite video çor component
video ∂). Remember to plug in the
power cord.
NORTHRIDGE,CA, USA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL COAXIAL
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
L
R
S-VIDEO
Pr/Cr/R
Pb/Cb/B
Y/Y/G VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
OUT
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
SCART
TV
MODEL NO. DVD280
Made in China
Maunfactured under license from Dolby Laboratories,
"Dolby",and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories,
Confidential unpublished works, 1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
WARNING : SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN
AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
SERIAL NO.
RISQUE D'ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION
c
DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks
of Digital Theater Systems Inc.
AC INPUT
100-240V~50/60Hz
20W
TV
To power outlet
(AC 230V/50Hz)
To S-video input
connector
To analog audio input
connectors (red/white)
on the TV or
analog receiver
To video
input
connector
DVD280
To SCART
connector
To Y (green)/
Pb (blue)/Pr (red)
component video
connectors
å
∫
ç
∂
≠
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When DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital
or DTS are played, the Dolby Digital or
DTS bitstream is outputted from the
player’s optical or coaxial digital audio
output. When the player is connected to
a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder,
you can
enjoy theater-quality audio in your
home. An optical digital audio cable
or coaxial audio cable (not supplied)
is required for these connections, as
shown below. Only one connection is
needed, not both at the same time.
NOTE: With multiple video sources,
your audio/video receiver can be used
for selecting the video signal and rout-
ing it to the TV. Connect the Component
∞, Composite §or S-Video ¢out-
put of the DVD280 to the correct video
input on your receiver, and the video
outputs of the receiver to your TV. For
more details, see the manual of your
audio/video receiver.
NOTE FOR ANALOG AUDIO: The con-
nection from the Analog Audio Output
£to the TV is optional. If you plan
on using your DVD280 alone, without
turning on your complete system, this
connection must be made, unless
you’ve used the SCART ¶connec-
tion; then you can turn up the TV´s
volume, as needed. The Analog Audio
Outputs £may also be connected to
the standard analog left/right DVD or
CD inputs on your receiver or proces-
sor, if you wish to use the DVD280 as
the input for a multiroom system.
SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier With a Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder
NORTHRIDGE,CA, USA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL COAXIAL
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
L
R
S-VIDEO
Pr/Cr/R
Pb/Cb/B
Y/Y/G VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
OUT
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
SCART
TV
MODEL NO. DVD280
Made in China
Maunfactured under license from Dolby Laboratories,
"Dolby",and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories,
Confidential unpublished works, 1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
WARNING : SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN
AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
SERIAL NO.
RISQUE D'ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION
c
DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks
of Digital Theater Systems Inc.
AC INPUT
100-240V~50/60Hz
20W
TV
To power outlet
(AC 230V/50Hz)
To S-video input
connector
To analog audio input
connectors
on TV or receiver
(red/white, optional only;
see NOTE above)
Front Speaker (Left/Right) Center Speaker Surround Speaker (Left/Right) Subwoofer
To video input
connector
(yellow)
Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder
DVD280
To coaxial digital audio input connector
To optical digital audio input connector
NOTE: Only one digital connection is
required. You may use either optical or
coaxial, according to the requirements
of your system.
To SCART
connector
To Y (green)/
Pb (blue)/Pr (red)
component video
connectors
å
∫
ç
∂
≠
ƒ
©
Connecting to a Receiver
When using the DVD280 with an
audio receiver or processor, connect
it as follows. First, make either the
SCART connection åor one of the
video connections (S-video ∫, com-
posite video çor component video
∂) to the TV. If you will sometimes
use the TV without the audio compo-
nent and you did not choose the
SCART connection å, you may
optionally make the analog audio
connection ≠to the TV. Second,
make either the optical digital audio
connection ƒor the coaxial digital
audio connection ©, to the receiver
or processor. If your receiver or
processor is equipped with video
connections , you may optionally
make connections ∫, çor ∂to
the receiver, and then connect the
receiver’s video monitor output
to the TV.
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
Battery Installation
Insert the batteries supplied while
observing the correct (+) and (–)
polarities.
Service Life of Batteries
• The batteries normally last for about
one year, although this depends on
how often, and for what operations,
the remote control is used.
• If the remote control unit fails to
work even when it is operated near
the player, replace the batteries.
• Use fresh alkaline AA batteries.
NOTES:
• Do not attempt to recharge, short-
circuit, disassemble or heat batter-
ies; do not throw them into fire.
• Do not drop, step on or otherwise
batter the remote control unit. This
may damage the parts or lead to a
malfunction.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Wipe away any leakage inside the
remote control unit, and install new
batteries.
• If leakage should come into contact
with your skin, immediately wash it
off thoroughly with water.
• Batteries contain chemical sub-
stances and we recommend that
you dispose of them properly and
in compliance with any local
regulations.
Remote Control
Operation Range
Point the remote control unit from
no more than about 20 feet from the
remote control sensor and within
about 60 degrees of the front of
the unit.
• The operating distance may vary,
according to the brightness of
the room.
NOTES:
• Do not point bright lights at the
remote control sensor.
• Do not place objects between the
remote control unit and the remote
control sensor.
• Do not use this remote control unit
while simultaneously operating the
remote control unit of any other
equipment.
VIDEO
DVD280 High PerformanceDVD/CD Player
Standby
Dimmer Test
Power
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VCD
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WMA
MP3 PROG RANDOM REPEAT 1ALL A-B V.OFF TEST P.SCAN
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