Onkyo DV-SP800 User manual

Table of Contents
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Function Setup

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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.
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, withm 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 matntenance
(servicing) lnstructlons in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Important Safeguards
1. Read Instructions -All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain instructions -The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings -All warnrngs on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow instructions -All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before
cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
6.
Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
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Water and Moisture - Do not use the appliance near water -for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry
tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories - Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9. An appliance and cart
PORTABLE CART WARNING
combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination
to overturn.
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IO. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and
to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided. There should be free space of at least 5 cm (2 in.)
and an opening behind the appliance.
11. Power Sources -The appliance 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 appliance dealer or local power company.
12. Grounding or Polarization -The appliance may be equipped
with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.
14. Lightning - For added protection for the appliance during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.
15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into
the appliance 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 appliance.
7 Servicing - Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
8. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the appliance form the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
appliance,
C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water,
D If the appliance does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the appliance to its normal operation,
E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,
and
F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in
performance -this indicates a need for service.
19. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specrfied by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the onginal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to
the appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation
condition.
21. Wall or Ceiling Mounting -The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
22. Heat-The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
23 Liquid Hazards -The appliance should not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases should be placed on the appliance.
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Precautions
DANGER:
VISIBLEAND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO
BEAM.
CAUTION:
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
For European model
This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is classified
as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”. So, to use this model properly,
read this Instruction Manual carefully. In case of any trouble, please
contact the store where you purchased the unit. To prevent being
exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure
This label on the rear panel states that:
1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and employs a
laser inside the cabinet.
2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the
cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Declaration of Conformity
We, ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GmbH
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20
82110 GERMERING,
GERMANY
CC
declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described
in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding
technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and
EN61OOO-3-2, -3-3.
/
GERMERING, GERMANY
J
I. MORI
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
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For Canadian model
NOTE: This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Modele pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: Cet appareil numbrique de la classe 6est
conforme ti la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Sur les mod&es dont la fiche est polarisee:
ATTENTION: POUR WITER LES CHOCS
t?LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE
DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE
LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
For British model
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this
unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mams lead are colored in accordance with the following
code:
Blue :Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not
correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which IS colored blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or colored black.
The wire which IS colored brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or colored red
IMPORTANT
A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced,
please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that
it is approved by ASTA or BSI to 851362. Check for the ASTA mark or the
BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET
OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.THERE IS A DANGER
OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET.
If In any doubt, please consult a qualrfied electrician.
For U.S. model
The laser is covered by a housing which prevents exposure during
operation or maintenance. However, this product is classified as a Laser
Product by CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) which is a
department of the Food and Drug Admlnistration. According to their
regulatrons 21 CFR section 1002 30, all manufactures who sell Laser
Products must marntain records of written communications between the
manufacturer, dealers and customers concerning radiation safety. If you
have any complaints about instructions or explanations affecting the use of
this product, please feel free to write to the address on the back page of
this manual. When you write us. please Include the model number and
serial number of your unit.
In compliance with Federal Regulations, the certrfication, identification and
the period of manufacture are indicated on the rear panel.
FCC INFORMATION FOR USER
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance 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 rn accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
partrcular 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 circurt different from that to
which the receiver IS connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

1. Regional Restriction Codes (Region Number)
Regional restriction codes are built into DVD Players and DVD-
Video media for each sales region. If the regional code of the
DVD Player does not match one of the regional codes on the
DVD-Video, playback is not possible.
The regional number can be found on the rear panel of the DVD
Player. (e.g. for Region 2)
2. About This Manual
This manual explains the basic procedures for operating the
DVD Player. Some DVD-Video and DVD-Audio discs do not
support the full potential of the DVD technology. Your DVD
Player may therefore not respond to all operating commands.
Refer to instruction notes on discs.
A “0 mark may appear on the TV screen during operation. It
means that the operation is not permitted by the DVD Player or
the disc.
3. Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to
country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the
area where the unit will be used meets the required voltage
(e.g., AC 100-240 V, 50160 Hz) written on the rear panel.
5. Do not touch the unit with wet hands
Do not handle the unit or power cord when your hands are wet
or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the case, take the
unit to an authorized service center for inspection.
6. Location of the unit
* Place the unit in a well-ventilated location.
Take special care to provrde plenty of ventilation on all sides of
the unit especially when it is placed in an audio rack. If
ventilation is blocked, the unit may overheat and malfunction.
* Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or heating units as
the units internal temperature may rise and shorten the life of
the pickup.
* Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly affected by
vibrations from the speakers. In particular, avoid placing the
unit on or above one of the speakers.
* Be sure the unit is placed in a horizontal position. Never place
it on its side or on a slanted surface as it may malfunction.
. When you place the unit near a TV, radio, or VCR, the
playback picture may become poor and the sound may be
distorted. In this case, place the unit away from the TV, radio,
or VCR.
7. Care
From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and
the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth
in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry,
and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean
cloth.
Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical
solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove
the panel lettering.
Notes on Handling
When shipping the unit, use the original shipping carton and
packing materials. For maximum protection, repack the unit as
it was originally packed at the factory.
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the unit.
Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit
for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish.
The top and rear panels of the unit mav become warm after
a lona Deriod of use.This is not a malfunction.
When the unit is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and
turn off the power.
If you do not use the unit for a long period, the unit may not
function properly in the future. Turn on and use the unit
occasionally.
To Obtain a Clear Picture
The unit is a high technology, precision device. If the optical
pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn down, the
picture quality becomes poor. To obtain a clear picture, we
recommend regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or
parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the
operating environment. For details, contact your nearest dealer.
10. Notes on Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation damages the unit.
Please read the following carefully.
What is moisture condensation?
Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a
cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on
the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may
condense on the optical pick-up lens inside the unit, one of
the most crucial internal parts of the unit.
Moisture condensation occurs in the following cases.
- When you bring the unit directly from a cold place to a
warm place.
- When you use the unit in a room where you just turned on
the heater, or a place where the cold wind from the air
conditioner directly hits the unit.
- In summer, when you use the unit in a hot and humid place
just after you move the unit from an air conditioned room.
- When you use the unit in a humid place.
Do not use the unit when moisture condensation may
occur.
If you use the unit in such a situation, it may damage discs
and internal parts. Remove the disc, connect the power cord
of the unit to the wall outlet, turn on the unit, and leave it for
two or three hours. After a few hours, the unit will have
warmed up and evaporated any moisture. Keep the unit
connected to the wall outlet and moisture condensation will
seldom occur.
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Notes on Discs
This section shows you how to handle, clean, and store discs.
This DVD Player can playback the following discs.
Disc mark
DVD videos
VIDEO RW
DVD Audio
AUDIO
VIDEO CDs
(W)
Audio CDs
DIGITAL AUDIO
IReWritablel
*I This unit can play DVD-R discs recorded as DVD video
format.
**This unit can play DVD-RW discs recorded as DVD video
format. DVD-RW discs that were recorded with only one-
generation copy permission cannot be played.
*3 This unit can play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in CD
Audio or Video CD format, or with MP3 audio files.
Playback of certain discs may not be possible. This may be
caused by a number of possibilities, including but not limited
to: whether or not the disc was not finalized, the type of disc
used, the type of recording; damaged or dirt on either the disc
or the player’s pick up lens.
* For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
your CD recorder.
l You cannot playback discs other than those listed above.
l You cannot play discs such as CD-ROM etc., even if the
marks in the above table are labeled on those discs.
l This DVD Player uses the PAL/AUTO color system, and
cannot playback DVD videos recorded in any other color
system (SECAM, etc.).
l Avoid using heart-shaped or octagonal discs. Playing
irregularly shaped discs may damage the internal
mechanism of the DVD Player.
DVD-Video
Normally, the contents of DVD-Video are divided into titles,
and the titles are subdivided into chapters.
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
DVD-Audio
The contents of DVD-Audio are divided into groups, and the
groups are subdivided into tracks.
Video CD/CD
Video CD and CD are divided into tracks.
This DVD Player supports VIDEO CDs equipped with the PBC
(Version 2.0) function. (PBC is the abbreviation of Playback Control.)
You can enjoy two playback variations depending on the type of disc.
l VIDEO CD not equipped with PBC function (Version 1.1)
Sound and movies can be played on this DVD Player in the
same way as an audio CD.
l VIDEO CD equipped with PBC function (Version 2.0)
In addition to operation of the VIDEO CD not equipped with the
PBC function, you can enjoy playback with interactive software
and search function using the menu displayed on the TV
screen (Menu Playback). Some of the functions described in
this Instruction Manual may not work with some discs.
l Do not use discs that have residue from adhesive tape,
rental discs that have peeling labels, or discs that have
custom labels or stickers. Otherwise, you may not be able
to eject the discs or the DVD Player may become
inoperative.
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The CD-ROM must be IS0 9660 compatible.
Files should be MPEGl Audio Layer 3 format, 44.1 or
48kHz, fixed bit-rate. Incompatible files will not play and
‘UNPLAYABLE MP3 FORMAT” will be displayed.
Not compatible with variable bit-rate (VBR) files.
This system only plays tracks that are named with the file
extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.
This system is not compatible with multi-session discs. If
you try to play a multi-session disc, only the first session will
be played.
Use CD-R or CD-RW media for recording your MP3 files.
The disc must be finalized in order to play.
Audio encoded at 128Kbps should sound close to regular
audio CD quality. Although this system will play lower bit-
rate MP3 tracks, the sound quality becomes noticeably
worse at lower bit-rates.
Only the first 8 characters of folder and track names
(excluding the “.mp3” extension) are displayed.
This system can recognize a maximum of 250 folders and
250 tracks. Discs containing more than 250 folders or tracks
will not play.
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on
cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without
permission.
DVD videos are copy protected, and any recordings made from
these discs will be distorted.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation
and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless
otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
l Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
Playback side
l Do not attach paper or tape to discs.
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Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound
deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a
soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.
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If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc
lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and finish with a
dry cloth.
Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl
LPs. It may damage the disc.
l Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or
near heat sources.
l Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust
such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.
l Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects
on discs outside of their case may cause warping.
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Features/Sumlied Accessories
l THX*’ Ultra Certified
0 DTS*YDolby Digital*YMPEG2/PCM Digital Audio Outputs
0 Advanced 192-kHz/24-Bit D/A Converters
0 Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry
0 RCA 6ch Multi-channel outputs
0 108-MHz/l2-bit Video D/A Conversion
0 Progressive Component Video Outputs and a SCART
connector (European models only)
0 Progressive Component Video Outputs
0 Direct Digital Path
0 Plays DVD-Audio and Video Discs, DVD-Rs,
DVD-RWs, MP3 CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, Video CDs,
SACDs and Audio CDs
0 Pre-programmed and Learning Remote Control
l ’ Manufactured under licence from Lucasfilm Ltd. Lucasfilm and
THX are trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.
*2 “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
*3 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol 00 are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
THX Ultra
Before any home theatre component can be THX Ultra certified, it
must pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests.
Only then can product feature the THX Ultra logo, which is your
guarantee that the Home Theatre products you purchase will give
you superb performance for many years to come.
Make sure your box contains everything listed below.
If any pieces are missing, contact your nearest ONKYO dealer.
The number of accessories is indicated in brackets.
4%bleused for system connections to an tntegral
,{ @&yo component wEfh an RS jack.
(The components willnot function as a system with
’ only ?I connections. Be sure to connect the audio
txmnec%on cables correctly as well.)
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#+iXWCOrd[l]
Shape may vary depending on the area which it was
purchased.
S-I&&O abId [I]
Cable which sends S-video images.
Audk&&&o GonneGtEon cable [I ]
The cable with the yellow plug is for video. The cable
with the red and white plugs are for audio.
SCART cabte /I] (European model)

Before You Start
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to
conform with local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch
to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before
plugging in the unit.
Determine the proper voltage for your area: 220-230 V or 120
V. If the preset voltage is not correct for your area, insert a
screwdriver into the groove in the switch. Slide the switch all
the way to the upper (120 V) or to the lower (220-230 V),
whichever is appropriate.
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
0 Open the battery compartment cover.
@I Insert the two R6 (size AA) batteries.
Be sure to match the + and - ends of the batteries
with the diagram inside the battery compartment.
3 Close the battery compartment cover.
Notes
. Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of
batteries.
* To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller is
not to be used for a long time.
* Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from
corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly,
replace both batteries at the same time.
* The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but this will
vary depending on usage.
Point the remote controller toward the remote control
sensor.
Remote control sensor
Notes
* Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or
inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of the
remote controller.
- Using another remote controller of the same type in the same room
or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays may
cause operational interference.
* Do not put any object such as a book on the remote controller. The
buttons of the remote controller may be pressed by mistake and
drain the batteries.
* Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass. Placing
the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller
operation.
- If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the
remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.
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Index to Parts and Controls
For operational instructions, see the page indicated in brackets [ 1.
n Front panel
0 POWER switch and STANDBY indicator [20]
Turns on the main power supply for the DVSP800.
The DV-SP800 enters standby state and the STANDBY indicator
lights up. Pressing the switch again to the off position (1 OFF)
shuts down the main power supply into the DVSP800.
* Before turning on the power, make sure all cables are properly
connected.
0 STANDBY/ON button [20,21,25,28,46,64]
When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER
switch is set to ON, the DV-SPBOO turns on and the STANDBY
indicator turns off. The indicator around A button lights up.
Pressing the button again returns the DV-SPBOO to the standby
state. This state turns off the display, disables control functions.
0 VIDEO CIRCUIT OFF button and indicator [42]
Press to switch the video signal off.
0 LAST MEMORY button [40]
You can resume DVD or Video CD playback from the point you
last watched even if the disc is removed from the player. Press
LAST MEMORY during playback to set a Last Memory point.
When you want to resume playback of that disc, press LAST
MEMORY in the stop mode and playback starts from the
memorized point. Last Memory locations can be stored for up to 5
DVDs and 1 Video CD.
0 CLEAR button [31-36,39-41,591
Works in conjunction with a number of player functions. Use to
cancel repeat and random playback, and to edit programs.
0 DISC indicator [25]
When playing a disc, the appropriate disc type indicator lights up.
0 Disc tray [25]
When loading a disc, place discs in the disc tray with the label
side facing up.
0 TOP MENU button [26,30]
Press to call up the top menu programmed on the DVD.
Depending on the DVD, the top menu may be identical to the
DVD menu.
0 Cursor (~/)/A/T) button/ENTER button [21,46]
Use ~/)/A/V to move through the options on menu screens and
to change settings. Use ENTER to implement settings selected
with the cursor buttons or to set items highlighted in a menu.
@I MENU button [26,31,38,39,58]
Use to display or close the DVD menu or MP3 Navigator screen.
0 A button [25,28]
Press to open and close the disc tray.
0 II PAUSE button [27]
Press during playback to pause. Press again to resume playback
0 n STOP button [28]
Press to stop playback. Whenever a disc is loaded in the player,
indicator above n STOP lights up.
@ t PLAY button [25]
Press to start or resume playback. Whenever a disc is loaded in
the player, indicator above ) PLAY lights up.
0 DIMMER button [45]
Toggle to control the lightness of the display (4 steps).
@REPEAT button [32]
Use to set the repeat mode.
0 RANDOM button [33]
Press to play chapters/tracks in random order.
@Remote control sensor [9]
Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the
player.
@ RETURN button [26, 46,59, 621
Use to go one menu back (current settings are maintained). Use
RETURN when you do not want to change the option setting in a
menu.
@SETUP button [21, 46, 641
Press when the player is in either play or stop mode to open and
close the Setup screen.
0 DISPLAY button [44,45,55]
Press during playback to display statistical disc information.
Press repeatedly to display different information.
@ H/H~ button [26,27]
Press to go back or advance to previous chapters/tracks. Press
and hold to perform fast-reverse/fast-forward playback scanning.
0 PHONES jack [43]
This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones.
The audio for the ANALOG OUTPUT CH 1 and CH 2 are sent to
the headphone speakers.
@PHONES LEVEL dial [43]
Use to control the phones level. Turn the dial clockwise to
increase the phones level and counterclockwise to decrease it.
IO

n Display
0 00 D indicator
Lights when Dolby Digital sound is selected and played back. (Only
with DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital).
0 Inserted disc indicator [25]
0 TITLE/GROUP indicator
0 GUI (Graphical User Interface) indicator
Lights when an on-screen menu operation is being performed. On-
screen menu helps you set up the player.
($ CHP/TRACK indicator
0 Angle icon indicator [38]
0 REPEAT indicator [32]
0 REMAIN indicator
Lights up to indicate the remaining time of titles, chapters and
tracks.
0 L, C, R, LS, RS and LFE indicator [50]
Indicates the compatible audio channels for DVD playback.
L: Left front channel
c: Center channel
R: Right front channel
LS: Left surround channel
S: Surround channel (monoural)
RS: Right surround channel
LFE: LFE (Low Frequency Effect) channel
@ LAST indicator [40]
0 COND indicator [41]
0 PROGRESSIVE indicator
Lights when progressive video signals are output.
0 ~/II indicator
@DTS indicator
Lights when DTS is selected and played back. (Only with DVDs
recorded in DTS).
@Multifunctional indicator
(e.g. operating status and error messages)
@TOTAL indicator
Lights up to indicate the total number of titles, tracks and track
playback time.
0 D.MIX indicator
Indicates when DVD audio, Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG etc. audio
is downmixed (channel dowmixing) (e.g., when 5.1 channel sound
is downmixed to 2 channels).
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Index to Parts and Controls
n Rear panel
European models.
Shapes of jacks vary depending on the area in which it was
purchased.
0 VIDEO OUTPUT COMPONENT jacks [16]
If your TV has component inputs, you can connect a component
video cable to your TV and to your DVD Player for ideal video
quality. The component Video Cable only carries the video signal;
remember to connect the left and right audio cables. If you connect
a TV that is compatible with a Progressive scan signal, you can
enjoy both Interlaced and Progressive scan.
0 VIDEO OUTPUT S VIDEO jack [16, 171
If your TV or monitor has an S-video input, clear picture
reproduction is possible by connecting the player to your TV or
monitor via the S-Video jack.
You can switch between [Sl] and [SZ] S-video output from the
Setup menu.
0 VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO jack [15]
Connect to the video input on a TV or monitor or AV amplifier or
receiver with video input capability.
@ AC INLET [20]
Use to connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
0 ANALOG OUTPUT CH i/CH 2 jacks [16-i 91
Use to output two-channel audio (analog) to the audio stereo
inputs on a TV or stereo amplifier.
@ ANALOG OUTPUT FRONTSURR i/CENTER/
SUBWOOFER jacks [I91
Use to output 5.1 channel audio (analog) to the 5.1 channel
discrete inputs on an amplifier. If you are connecting to a
receiver that has both digital and analog input jacks for DVD
player connection, it may be beneficial to make both connections.
0 SURR 2 jacks [I 91
Use when making connections to 7 1 channel analog inputs.
(Make sure the SURR 111 +Z selector switch is set to 1+2.)
8 SURR l/l +2 selector switch [19]
When using 2 channel surround, select 1, when using 4 channel
surround, select 1+2. Audio will be output 3dB lower when I+2 is
selected. The same audio is output from SURR 1 and from
SURR 2.
0 DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL jack [18]
Use to output the digital audio signal recorded on discs. You can
output the digital signal via the optical output jack to an AV amplifier
or receiver.
@$ DIGITAL OUTPUT COAXIAL jack [I 81
Use to output the digital audio signal recorded on discs. You can
output the digital signal via the coaxial output jack to an AV
amplifier or receiver.
0 R I jack [I 8, 191
Use to connect this player to another component bearing the RI
mark. This lets you control this unit as though it were a component
in a system.
(The components will not function as a system with only RI
connections. Be sure to connect the audio connection cables
correctly as well).
(European models)
0 AV CONNECTOR 1 (IN/OUT) jack [I 71
Use a 21 -pin SCART cable to connect to a TV, monitor or video
component compatible with this type of connection. Outputs both
audio and video (composite only) when the unit is powered on.
When the unit is in standby mode, this jack becomes an input for
audio and video (RGB, S, and composite).
0 AV CONNECTOR 2 (OUT) jack [17]
Use a 21 -pin SCART cable to connect to a TV or monitor
compatible with this type of connection. Outputs audio and video
(RGB, S, and composite) when the unit is powered on.
When the unit is in standby mode. this jack outputs the audio and
video input from the AV CONNECTOR 1 jack.
12

HRemote controller (Operation buttons)
0 SEND/LEARN indicator [65]
Lights when the remote controller is sending a command to the
DVD Player or other pre-programmed component, and when
learning the command of another remote control unit.
0 ON/STANDBY buttons [20]
Press ON to turn the DVD Player on and STANDBY to put the
DVD Player in standby. (The STANDBY indicator lights up.)
0 4 button [25]
Press to open and close the disc tray.
0 DVD button [65]
Press to select the DVD mode. In this mode, the remote
controller is set to control the DVD Player.
0 ANGLE button [38]
Press repeatedly to select a camera angle when a DVD-Video is
recorded with multiple angle playback.
0 AUDIO button [39]
Press repeatedly to select an audio and/or language track
recorded on a DVD-Audio/Video.
6 TOP MENU button [26,30]
Press to select the top menu on a DVD-Audio/Video. This menu
may be the same as the DVD menu.
@RETURN button [26]
Press to go back to a previous menu screen.
0 DISPLAY button [44]
Press during playback to display statistical disc information.
Press repeatedly to display different information.
(0 w (skip back) button [27]
Press to return to previous titles, groups, chapters, or tracks.
0 t (play) button [28]
Press to start playback.
@ M (fast reverse) button [27]
Press to scan rapidly backward through the contents on a disc.
0 w (stop) button [28]
Press to stop playback.
@ STEP/SLOW 411 button [29]
Press to perform slow reverse playback of a DVD.
@ SPEED button 4 [27]
Press repeatedly during playback or pause to switch the reverse
playback speed.
@ RANDOM button [33]
Press to start random playback.
0 REPEAT button [32]
Press to repeat playback.
@ A-B button [32]
Press to repeat a specific section on a disc.
@PICTURE button [54]
Press to display the pre-programmed setting menu.
@Number buttons [34]
Use to enter numeric values
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Index to Parts and Controls
0 SUBTTL button [39]
Press repeatedly to select one of the subtitle languages recorded
on a DVD-Video.
@ LAST M button [40]
Press to resume playback from the point you last watched.
@MENU button [26]
Press to display the DVD menu.
@ ~/v/+/b and ENTER multi control [46]
Use to navigate menu screens and enter settings.
@SETUP button [21]
Press to display the Setup screen menu.
@VIDEO OFF button [42]
Press to turn off the video output circuitry for a more dedicated
audio performance.
0 DIMMER button [45]
Press repeatedly to change the brightness of the front panel
display in four grades (including turning the front panel display
off).
The dimmer setting is restored to normal brightness whenever
the DVD Player is turned off.
@ ~1 (skip forward) button [27]
Press to advance through titles, groups, chapters, or tracks.
@ H (fast forward) button [27]
Press to scan rapidly forward through the contents on a disc.
@I STEP/SLOW IIF button [29]
Press to perform slow forward playback of a DVD or Video CD.
0 PAUSE a button [27]
Press to pause.
@SPEED button ) [27]
Press repeatedly during playback or pause to switch the forward
playback speed.
0 CLEAR button [32]
Press to clear entered values and settings.
@J PROGRAM button [34]
Press to playback titles, chapters, or tracks in a specific order.
@FUNCTION M button [64]
You can store in 5 memory settings. Press FUNCTION M to
memorize and recall the settings.
@COND M button [41]
You can store in memory the settings for DVDs. Press COND M
during DVD playback to memorize the settings.
0 SEARCH button [30]
Press to find the specific section on a disc where you want to
start playback.
Press RCVR to set the remote controller to operate an Onkyo receiver.
The following buttons can be used to operate an Onkyo receiver. Refer
to the manual supplied with your receiver for details on each function.
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0 ON button
Press ON to turn the receiver on.
0 STANDBY button
Press STANDBY to put the receiver in standby.
@INPUT SELECTOR
Press to select the input. These buttons can be used in either DVD
or RECEIVER mode.
0 RCVR button
Press to switch to receiver mode.
0 r/~/r/r/ENTER button
Use to navigate menu screens and enter settings.
8 CH buttons
Press to select the radio presets if the receiver has radio features.
0 VOL buttons
Press to adjust the volume. These buttons can be used in either
DVD or RECEIVER mode.
8 RETURN button
Press to return to the previous menu during the receiver setup
screen.
0 SETUP button
Press to display/turn off the receiver setup menu
@AUDIO SEL button
Press to switch audio Inputs.
0 MUTING
Press to mute/cancel mute function.
Q DISPLAY button
Press to change the display.
0 DIMMER button
Press repeatedly to change the brightness of the front panel
display.
@SURROUND Mode button
Press to switch listening modes (surround modes).
14

Connecting to a TV
Before connecting
- Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV.
- When you connect the DVD Player to the TV, be sure to turn off the
power and unplug both units from the mains before making any
connections.
* Connect the DVD Player to the TV drrectly. If you connect the DVD
Player to a VCR, TV/VCR combination, or video selector, the playback
picture may be distorted as DVD videos are copy protected.
- Connect the plugs securely.
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cable
Using the supplied audio/video cable, make audio
connections from the ANALOG OUTPUT CH 1 or
CH 2 L and R jacks to the corresponding audio input jacks
on the TV. In the same manner, make video connection
from the VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO jack to the corresponding
video input jack on the TV.
By making connections to a stereo system, you can
improve the quality of the sound. Using an audio cable
(not supplied), make audio connections from the ANALOG
OUTPUT CH 1 or CH 2 L and R jacks to the corresponding
jacks on the stereo component.
Player” starting on page 21 or the function setting
Note
Be sure to match the colors of the plugs on the cable with the
corresponding jacks on the DVD Player and the TV: yellow for
video, red for R (right) audio and white for L (left) audio.
If the TV audio is monaural, leave the red plug disconnected.
Stereo audio/video connection cable
To audio and video input
Video
(Yellow)
L (White)
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Notes
* Connect the player’s video output directly to the television.
* Since the player is compatible to analog copy protection there
may be cases when recordings from the deck may be distorted
during playback.
* Progressive signals are not output from the players video or
S1 iS2 video outout iack.
15

Connecting to a TV
n Making component video connections
If the TV or monitor has component video inputs, making
this type of video connection will produce the ideal picture
quality for the presentation of DVD-Video. Using a
component video cable (sold separately), connect the
VIDEO OUTPUT COMPONENT jacks to the corresponding
component video input jacks on the TV.
the Setup Navigator explained in “Setting Up the
Player” starting on page 21 or the function setting
menu explained in “Adjusting Audio and Video
Settings” starting on page 46.
Actual labels for component video inputs may vary
depending on the TV manufacturer. (e.g. Y, R-Y, B-Y or Y,
Ce,CR)
In some TVs or monitors, the color levels of the playback
picture may be reduced slightly or the tint may change. In
such a case, adjust the TV or monitor for optimum
performance.
Component video cable
To component video input
By making connections to a stereo system, you can improve
the quality of the sound. Using an audio cable (not
supplied), make audio connections from the ANALOG
OUTPUT CH 1 or CH 2 L and R jacks to the corresponding
jacks on the stereo component.
Stereo audio connection cable
S video connection cable
If the TV or monitor has an S video input, make the S video-
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By making connections to a stereo system, you can
improve the quality of the sound. Using an audio cable (not
supplied), make audio connections from the ANALOG
OUTPUT CH 1 or CH 2 L and R jacks to the corresponding
jacks on the stereo component.
Notes
- If you make the S video connection, leave the yellow plug
disconnected.
- If the TV audio is monaural, leave the red plug disconnected.
To S video input
Stereo audio connection cable
To audio input
16

Connecting to a TV (European models)
n Connecting to a TV Using the SCART
Cable (European models)
Connect the DVD Player and your TV using the supplied
SCART cable.
Note
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or the function setting
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S Video and RGB signals are not output from AC CONNECTOR 1.
If theTV is compatible with S video signals
After completing the steps on page 20, set [Video Out] to
[S Video] using the menu explained in “Adjusting Audio and Video
Settings” starting from page 46. See page 53 for direct information.
If an RGB monitor is connected to the DVD Player
After completing the steps on page 20, set [Video Out] to [RGB]
using the menu explained in “Adjusting Audio and Video Settings”
starting from page 46. See page 53 for direct information.
S video connection cable
To S video input
W Making S-video connections
If the TV or monitor has an S video input, make the S video
connection. The S video connection will provide higher
quality picture playback.
By making connections to a stereo system, you can
improve the quality of the sound. Using an audio cable (not
supplied), make audio connections from the ANALOG
OUTPUT CH 1 or CH 2 L and R jacks to the corresponding
jacks on the stereo component.
Stereo audio connection cable
To audio input
Notes
- If you make the S video connection, leave the yellow plug
disconnected.
* If the TV audio is monaural, leave the red plug disconnected.
w AV CONNECTOR 1 jack
When the unit is in standby mode, audio and video (RGB, S, and
composite) input to AV CONNECTOR 1 SCART jack will be
output from AV CONNECTOR 2.
For instance, if an audio/video component is connected to AV
CONNECTOR 1 with a SCART cable, and a TV or monitor is
connected to AV CONNECTOR 2, audio and video input from
the component will be output to AV CONNECTOR 2 and
displayed on the TV or monitor during standby mode.

Connecting to an Amplifier (To Enjoy the Sound
Advantage of the DVD Player)
Although you can reproduce the DVD Player’s sound from the TV speakers with the connections on pages 15, 16 and 17,
connecting with an amplifier provides you high quality dynamic sounds.
Before connecting Notes
- Refer to the instruction manual of the amplifier.
* The remote controller supplied with Onkyo amplifier can be used
* When you connect the DVD Player to the amplifier, be sure to turn off to operate the DVD player.
the power and unplug both units from the mains before making any
* The function of the upper and lower RI connectors are the same.
connections. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged. Connect to either one.
* Connect the plugs securely.
* Connecting RI cable only does not make the system operational.
You must also connect the audio cables as well.
* When using the optical input jack, remove the protective cap and
keep it safely. When the jack is not used, replace the protective cap.
18
n Making a digital connection with the
amplifier
your amplifier has a digital input jack, be sure to connect
to either DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack
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“Setting Up the Player” starting on page 21 or the
function setting menu explained in “Adjusting
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olby Digital decoder, and 5.1 channel (front right/left, center,
Jrround right/left) + subwoofer are required.

n Making discrete 5.1 channel ANALOG
OUTPUT connections
The discrete ANALOG OUTPUT jacks are intended to deliver
Notes
up to 5.1 channels of multi channel audio from DVD-Video and
* To ensure proper delivery of sound, be sure to match the
DVD-Audio sources. Connections can be made from the
names of the jacks on the DVD Player and the component being
ANALOG OUTPUT FRONT, SURR 1 (surround), CENTER,
connected to.
and SUBWOOFER jacks to the corresponding input jacks on
- When connecting to an amplifier with 5.1 channel analog sound
an AV component with multi channel discrete audio input jacks.
inputs, connect this unit’s SURR 1 jacks to the amplifier surround
inputs.
(Make sure the SURR l/1+2 selector switch is set to 1).
- When connecting to an amplifier with 7.1 channel analog sound
inputs, connect this unit’s SURR 2 jacks to the amplifier’s
additional surround inputs.
(Make sure the SURR l/l +2 selector switch is set to 1+2. The
same audio will be output from SURR 1 and from SURR 2).
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Use a separately sold audio cord to connect ANALOG
OUTPUT CH 1 or CH 2 L/R jacks for stereo sound.
Note
To ensure proper delivery of sound, be sure to match the names of
the jacks on the DVD Player and the component being connected to.
Do not connect the PHONO, or TUNER jacks of other components to
this player.
19

Connecting the Power/Turning on the DVD Player
Before connecting
l The DV-SP800 is shipped with the main power (POWER)
switch in the on position (- ON). When the power cord is
plugged in for the first time, the DVSP800 will automatically
enter the standby state and the STANDBY indicator will
light (same condition after step 2 below).
* Make sure that all the connections on pages 15-19 are complete
(the connection to a TV is required).
Plug the supplied power cord into
the AC INLET and then into the
power outlet on the wall.
l Do not use a power cord other than the
one supplied with the DV-SP800. The
power cord supplied is designed for use
with the DV-SP800 and should not be
used with any other device.
l Never have the power cord
disconnected from the DV-SP800 while
the other end is plugged into the wall
outlet. Doing so may cause an electric
shock. Always connect by plugging into
the wall outlet last and disconnect by
unplugging from the wall outlet first.
- To the mains
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Press POWER to switch on the main
power.
The DVD Player enters standby mode.
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Player or ON on the remote
controller.
The DVD Player turns on and the STANDBY
indicator turns off.
l To put the DVD Player in the standby
mode, press STANDBY/ON on the DVD
Player, or STANDBY on the remote
controller. Be sure to set the volume to
minimum before putting the DVD Player
in the standby mode for the next use to
avoid sudden loud sound reproduction.
l While the STANDBY indicator lights up,
the DVD Player can receive signals from
the remote controller. However, if you
press POWER on the DVD Player to
switch off the main power, the remote
controller cannot be used to turn on the
DVD Player.
l Setting the STANDBY button to standby
does not shut off the power completely.
n Setting the TV System (Other than US and
Canada models1
The default setting of this player is AUTO, and unless you notice that
the picture is distorted when playing some discs, you should leave it
set to AUTO.
If you experience picture distortion with some discs, set the TV
system to match your country or region’s system. Doing this,
however, may restrict the kinds of disc you can watch. The table
below shows what kinds of disc are compatible with each setting
(AUTO, PAL and NTSC)
1
2
Switch the player into standby.
Hold down m then press STANDBY/ON until the display
indicates the new setting to switch the TV system.
The TV system changes as follows.
AUTO -. NTSC
NTSC -+
PAL
PAL --t AUTO
Note that you have to swatch the player into standby before each
change.
About MOD. (Modulation) PAL
* SHRINK
Most models of the newly developed countdown PAL TV system
detect 50 Hz (PAL)/60 Hz (NTSC) and automatically switch
vertical amplitude, resulting in a display without vertical
shrinkage.
* If your PAL TV does not have a V-Hold control, you may not be
able to view NTSC disc because the picture may roll. If the TV
has a V-Hold control, adjust it until the picture stops rolling. On
some TVs, the picture may shrink vertically, leaving black bands
at the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction; it is
caused by the NTSC --, PAL conversion.