Pioneer AVH-P7490DVD User manual

Before Using This Product
Owner’s Manual
AVH-P7490DVD
This product conforms to CEMA cord colors.
ENGLISH
AV Receiver/DVD Player with 7.0 inch Display and
Dolby Digital/DTS Multi Channel Surround

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Contents
Be sure to read this.
Discs Compatible with this Product .................... 12
Disc Operation ...................................................... 13
Dear Customer ........................................................ 5
Before Using This Product .................. 6
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................... 6
•PLEASE READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING YOUR DISPLAY AND RETAIN
THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
About This Product .................................................. 7
•Video System of a Connected Component
•Output Setting of the DVD Player
•Be Sure to Adjust Picture Brightness
•Preventing the Battery from Becoming
Exhausted
About This Manual .................................................. 8
To Ensure Safe Driving ............................................ 9
•When Using a Display connected to
Rear Video Output
Important ................................................................ 9
Condition Memory ................................................ 10
Resetting the Microprocessor .............................. 10
Precaution.............................................................. 11
When using the 50-Disc Type Multi-CD Player .... 11
Discs Compatible with this Product .................... 12
•Features of This Player
•What the Marks on DVDs Indicate
•Disc Organization
Main Features of DVD Player ................................ 15
Care of Discs ........................................................ 16
•Precaution
Detaching and Replacing the Front Panel ............ 17
•Theft Protection
Key Finder ............................................................ 18
•DVD Player
•Setting the Remote Control for AV Receiver
Operation
•Setting the Remote Control for DVD Player
Operation
Using the Remote Control .................................... 21
•Batteries
Operation of the Display .................... 22
Deploying the Display .......................................... 22
Screen Angle Adjustment .................................... 23
Closing the Display .............................................. 24
Changing the Wide Mode .................................... 25
Switching the Video Source ................................ 26
Operation for Each Source Unit ........ 27
To Listen to Music ................................................ 27
•When using the DVD player
Virtual Theater Quick Tour ................ 29
Menu Structure...................................................... 30
Information Screen ................................................ 31
•Switching the Information Screen
Using the Screen Pictures
(Selecting the NAVI, VTR etc.) .... 33
Selecting the Navigation Picture .......................... 33
Selecting the Video Source .................................. 33
•Switching the Video ON/OFF Mode
•Selecting the Video Source
Selecting the BGTV, BGVTR .................................. 34
Selecting the Picture to Rear Display.................... 35
Adjusting the Picture ............................................ 36
Built-In Tuner ........................................ 37
Basics .................................................................... 37
Operation at the Function Menu Screen .............. 38
•Accessing the Tuner Function Menu
•Exit from the Tuner Function Menu
Operating Each Function ...................................... 39
•Best Stations Memory (BSM)
•Local Seek Tuning
•TA Function
•Seek Select
•PGM button
Display the Flip-Down Plate .................................. 41
Recalling Preset Stations by Preset
Frequency List .............................................. 41
Using the RDS Functions .................... 42
PTY Function .......................................................... 42
•Searching the PTY
•PTY Alarm
•Canceling Announcements
TA Function .......................................................... 45
•Activating/Deactivating the TA Function
Radio Text ............................................................ 47
•Radio Text display
•Storing Radio Text in memory
•Recalling preset Radio Text

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DVD Player
(Control with AV Receiver) .......... 49
Basics .................................................................... 49
Operation at the Function Menu Screen
(DVD, Video CD) ............................................ 50
•Accessing the DVD Function Menu
(DVD, Video CD)
•Exit from the DVD Function Menu
(DVD, Video CD)
Operating Each Function ...................................... 51
•Repeat Play
•Pause
•PGM button
Operation at the Function Menu Screen (CD) ...... 53
•Accessing the DVD Function Menu (CD)
•Exit from the DVD Function Menu (CD)
Operating Each Function ...................................... 54
•Repeat Play
•Random Play
•Scan Play
•Pause
•PGM button
Multi-CD Player .................................... 57
Basics .................................................................... 57
Operation at the Function Menu Screen .............. 58
•Accessing the Multi-CD Function Menu
•Exit from the Multi-CD Function Menu
Operating Each Function ...................................... 59
•Repeat Play
•Random Play
•Scan Play
•ITS Play
•Pause
•Compression and DBE
•PGM button
Display the Flip-Down Plate .................................. 62
Disc Title Input ...................................................... 63
Getting Text Displayed
(for CD TEXT compatible type) ...................... 64
Selecting Discs by Disc Title List .......................... 65
ITS (Instant Track Selection).................................. 65
•ITS Programming (ITS)
•Erase a Track Program
•Erase a Disc Program
TV Tuner ................................................ 67
Basics .................................................................... 67
Operation at the Function Menu Screen .............. 68
•Accessing the TV Tuner Function Menu
•Exit from the TV Tuner Function Menu
CD Player .............................................. 69
Basics .................................................................... 69
Operation at the Function Menu Screen .............. 70
•Accessing the CD Function Menu
•Exit from the CD Player Function Menu
MD Player .............................................. 71
Basics .................................................................... 71
Operation at the Function Menu Screen .............. 72
•Accessing the MD Function Menu
•Exit from the MD Function Menu
Basic Operations of DVD Player ........ 73
Selecting the DVD ................................................ 73
Disc (DVD/Video CD/CD) Playback ...................... 74
•Working with the Menu Screen
Chapter and Track Advance/Return .................... 75
•Skipping to the Next Chapter/Track
•Returning to the Previous Chapter/Track
Specifying Title/Chapter/Track
(Direct Search) .............................................. 76
•Specifying Title
•Specifying Chapter
•Specifying Track
Disc Fast Forward/Reverse .................................. 77
•Fast Forward
•Fast Reverse
Stopping Playback ................................................ 78
Playback Variations of
DVD Player ...................................... 79
Still, Frame-by-Frame and Slow Motion
Playback ........................................................ 79
•Still Playback
•Frame-by-Frame Playback
•Slow Motion Playback
Changing Audio Language during Playback
(Multi-Audio) ................................................ 80
Changing the Subtitle Language during Playback
(Multi-Subtitle) ............................................ 81
Changing the Viewing Angle during Playback
(Multi-Angle) ................................................ 82

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Operating DVD Player with
Information Displays .................... 83
Calling up Information Displays .......................... 83
Operating with the Information
Display 1 of a DVD ........................................ 84
•Searching for a Desired Scene, Starting
Playback from a Specified Time
•Selecting Audio, Subtitle and Angle
Operating with the Information
Display 2 of a DVD ........................................ 86
•Selecting Repeat Range
•Selecting Audio Output
Operating with the Information
Display of a Video CD .................................. 87
•Searching for a Desired Scene, Starting
Playback from a Specified Time
•Selecting Repeat Range
•Selecting Audio Output
Operating with the Information
Display of a CD ............................................ 89
•Searching for a Desired Track
•Selecting Repeat Range
•Setting Random Play
•Setting Scan Play
Adjusting Audio (Basic) ...................... 91
Accessing the Audio Menu .................................. 91
•Exit from the Audio Menu
Proper Setting for the In-car Acoustic
Characteristics .............................................. 92
Cabin Equalizer ...................................................... 92
•Operation at the Audio Setting Menu
Position Selector.................................................... 93
Balance Adjustment .............................................. 93
Adjustments for Speaker ...................................... 94
•Operation at the Speaker Setting Menu
Equalizer Curve ...................................................... 96
Source Level Adjustment (SLA) ............................ 97
Sound Field Control (SFC) ...................................... 98
Dynamic Range Control ........................................ 99
Direct Control ON/OFF .......................................... 99
Loudness Adjustment .......................................... 100
Fine Adjusting Audio (Expert) .......... 101
Before Getting Started ........................................ 101
Adjusting for the Speakers In Use ...................... 101
•Accessing the Speaker Setting Menu
•Adjusting the Speakers’Output Levels
using a Test Tone
•Selecting a Crossover Frequency
•Correcting the Subwoofer’s Phase
Adjusting the Cabin Equalizer (Expert) ................ 104
•Accessing the Expert Setting Menu
•Operation at the Expert Setting Menu
•Adjusting 3-Band Parametric Equalizer
•Adjusting the Speakers’Output Level
•Adjusting the Time Alignment
•Storing the Adjusted Cabin EQ into Memory
•Reset Adjusted Cabin EQ
Adjusting the Equalizer Curves .......................... 109
Changing the Initial Settings of
AV Receiver .................................. 111
Accessing the Initial Settings Menu .................. 111
•Exit from the Initial Settings Menu
Correcting Distorted Sound ................................ 112
Setting the Time .................................................. 112
Adjusting the Display Position ............................ 113
Changing the Pattern of Plate ............................ 113
Changing Initial Settings of
DVD Player .................................... 115
Calling up the SET UP MENU ............................ 115
Setting the Subtitle (SUBTITLE LANG.) .............. 117
•Setting Subtitles and Assist Subtitles ON/OFF
•Setting the Subtitle Language
Setting the Audio Language (AUDIO LANG.) .... 120
Setting the Menu Language (MENU LANG.) ...... 121
Setting the Parental Lock (PARENTAL) .............. 121
•Setting the Code Number and Level
•Changing the Level
Setting Aspect Ratio (TV ASPECT) .................... 124
Setting Angle Mark Display (ANGLE) ................ 125
Setting for Digital Output (DIGITAL OUTPUT) .... 126
Setting Digital and Analog Audio Output
(OUTPUT SELECTION) ................................ 127
Setting Remote Control Code Type
(REMOTE CODE SELECT) ............................ 128
Contents

Setting the Display ............................ 129
Operating the Setting Menu .............................. 129
•Entering the Display Setting Menu
•Switching the Video Select Setting
•Setting the Automatic Open Mode
•Adjusting the Bright
•Adjusting the Color
•Adjusting the Hue
•Adjusting the Dimmer
Other Functions of AV Receiver ...... 133
Switching the Center Screen and
Time Display in the Center Room................ 133
Switching the Color of the Spectrum
Analyzer ...................................................... 133
Listening Sounds or Viewing Images from
Additional Units .......................................... 134
•Accessing the Set Up Menu
•Switching the AUX Source
•Switching the Video Mode
•Switching the Speaker Input Mode
AUX Title Input .................................................... 136
Muting Function .................................................. 136
•Navigation Unit Muting
•Cellular Telephone Muting
Others .................................................. 137
Using the Display Correctly ................................ 137
•Handling the Display
•About the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen
•Keeping the Display in Good Condition
•About the Small Fluorescent Tube
If You Forget Your Code Number ........................ 139
Error Message .................................................... 139
Language Code Chart ........................................ 140
Setting the Remote Control ................................ 141
•Setting the Dipswitches
•Using it as a Navigation System Remote
Control
Troubleshooting .................................. 143
Terms .................................................... 149
Installation .......................................... 151
Connecting the Units .......................................... 151
•Routing the Optical Cable
•Connecting the Power Cord of AV Receiver
•Connecting the Power Cord of DVD player
•Connecting to a Sold Separately Power Amp
•Speaker Input Jack Connection
•Connecting the System
•VIDEO Input/Output Connection of AV Receiver
•Rear Video Output of DVD player
Installation .......................................................... 163
•Installing the AV Receiver
•Installing the DVD Player (DIN Front/Rear-
mount)
•Installing the DVD Player (DIN Front-mount)
•Installing the DVD Player (DIN Rear-mount)
•Installing the Voice Guidance Speaker
•Installing the Remote Control Unit
•Installing the Center Speaker
Specifications .................................... 171
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your
musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your
equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer
Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion—and,
most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of
sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against
this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.
To establish a safe level:
•Start your volume control at a low setting.
•Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distor-
tion.
Once you have established a comfortable sound level:
•Set the dial and leave it there.
Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future. After all,
we want you listening for a lifetime.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since
hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer and the
Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid pro-
longed exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Decibel
Level Example
30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock at two feet.
THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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Before Using This Product
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR DISPLAY
AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
1. Read this manual fully and carefully before operating your display.
2. Keep this manual handy for future reference.
3. Pay close attention to all warnings in this manual and follow the instructions
carefully.
4. Do not allow other persons to use this system until they have read and under-
stood the operating instructions.
5. Do not install the display where it may (i) obstruct the driver’s vision, (ii)
impair the performance of any of the vehicle’s operating systems or safety
features, including air bags, or (iii) impair the driver’s ability to safely oper-
ate the vehicle.
6. As with any accessory in your vehicle’s interior, the display should not divert
your attention from the safe operation of your vehicle. If you experience dif-
ficulty in operating the system or reading the display, please park safely
before making adjustments.
7. Do not attempt to install or service your display by yourself. Installation or
servicing of the display by persons without training and experience in elec-
tronic equipment and automotive accessories may be dangerous and could
expose you to the risk of electric shock or other hazards.
8. Please remember to wear your seat belt at all times while operating your
vehicle. If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more
severe if your seat belt is not properly buckled.

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About This Product
This product is a combination of an AV Receiver and a DVD Player featuring a 7-inch wide
display. Almost all operations can be performed with the AV Receiver, using the remote con-
trol with the operation mode switch set to “AUDIO”. To operate the DVD Player, set the
operation mode switch to “DVD”. (Refer to “Setting the Remote Control for DVD Player
Operation”on page 20.)
The tuner frequencies on this product are allocated for use in North America. Use in other
areas may result in improper reception.
This product features a “Virtual Theater”Graphical User Interface which is referred to in this
manual as the “Virtual Theater Quick Tour”. Once you understand the basic structure of the
“Virtual Theater”, you will be able to navigate quite easily throughout it.
The basic structure of the “Virtual Theater”is actually quite simple. Everything is centralized
around a base location known as the “Center Room”. (Refer to “Virtual Theater Quick Tour”
on page 29.)
Dolby* Digital/DTS** Compatibility
You can enjoy the atmosphere and excitement provided by DVD-Video software featuring 5.1
channel recordings.
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* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
**“DTS”and “DTS Digital Surround”are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digi-
tal device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow-
ing measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Information to User
Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invali-
date the user’s right to operate the equipment.
[For Canadian model]
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Video System of a Connected Component
This product is NTSC system compatible. When connecting an external component to this
product, be sure the component is compatible with the same video systems. If it is not, images
will not be correctly reproduced.
Output Setting of the DVD Player
When using a DVD Player for the first time, make the “Digital Output Setting (DIGITAL
OUTPUT)”and “Digital and Analog Audio Output Setting (OUTPUT SELECTION)”as
follows:
Function Setting
DIGITAL OUTPUT Dolby D/LPCM
OUTPUT SELECTION 48 kHz
Refer to “Setting for Digital Output”on page 126 and “Setting Digital and Analog
Audio Output”on page 127.
Precaution:
•Be sure to set the correct position. If not, no audio can be output.
Be Sure to Adjust Picture Brightness
Although the angle at which the LCD can be positioned and viewed clearly is limited because
of its design, visibility can be improved by adjusting the pictures brightness. When first using
the display, adjust the picture to a brightness that allows clear visibility at the angle of use.
(Refer to page 131.)
Preventing the Battery from Becoming Exhausted
When using this product, be sure your car engine is running. If you use this product when
your engine is not running, the battery will become exhausted.
About This Manual
This product features a number of sophisticated functions ensuring superior reception and
operation. All are designed for the easiest possible use, but many are not self-explanatory.
This operation manual is intended to help you benefit fully from their potential and to maxi-
mize your listening enjoyment.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the functions and their operation by reading
through the manual before you begin using this product. It is especially important that you
read and observe the “Precaution”on page 11 and in other sections.
In the explanation on DVD Player operation, when there are restrictions concerning which
discs can be operated, compatible discs are indicated with an icon.

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To Ensure Safe Driving
WARNING
•To avoid the risk of accident and the potential violation of applicable laws, this
product is not for use with a video screen that is visible to the driver.
•In some countries or states the viewing of images on a display inside a vehicle even
by persons other than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they
must be obeyed.
To ensure safe vehicle operation, do not operate this product during driving. If you try to view
pictures from a DVD-Video disc or other sources on the front display while the parking brake
is not engaged, this warning will appear:
When you park your car in a safe place and apply the parking brake, the picture appears on
the screen.
When Using a Display connected to Rear Video Output
This product’s Rear video output is for connection of a display to enable passengers in the
Rear seats to watch the Video or DVD.
WARNING
•NEVER install the display in a location that enables the Driver to watch the Video
or DVD while Driving.
Important
The serial number of this device is located on the top of the DVD player. For your own secu-
rity and convenience, be sure to record this number on the enclosed warranty card.
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Condition Memory
This function memorizes audio language, subtitle language, angle number, audio output (L, R)
and aspect ratio made during disc playback for up to 30 discs. Without any special operations,
the final setting details during playback of a disc are memorized. The next time a disc is
played, the previous settings are automatically applied.
Note:
•With some discs, audio language and subtitle language are automatically specified, in which
case condition memory does not function.
•When the number of discs exceeds 30, settings for the latest disc replace those for the least
recent disc.
Resetting the Microprocessor
When the ignition switch is turned OFF, pressing the RESET button lets you reset the micro-
processor to its initial settings without changing SET UP MENU settings, Condition Memory
and other settings.
Press the RESET button in the following cases.
•When this unit fails to operate correctly.
•When strange (incorrect) messages appear on the display.
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Press the RESET button.
Use a pen tip or other pointed instrument.
Note:
•After completing connections or when you want to erase all memorized settings or return the
unit to its initial (factory) settings, switch your engine ON or set the ignition switch to ACC
ON before pressing the RESET button.
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Precaution
•Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions.
•Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible.
•Protect this product from moisture.
•If the battery is disconnected, the preset memory will be erased and must be repro-
grammed.
After-sales Service for Pioneer Products
Please contact the dealer or distributor from where you purchased the product for its
after-sales service (including warranty conditions) or any other information. In case the
necessary information is not available, please contact the companies listed below:
Please do not ship your product to the companies at the addresses listed below for
repair without advance contact.
For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your
product.
When using the 50-Disc Type Multi-CD Player
The available functions of the 50-Disc Type Multi-CD Player are described in this manual.
Note that other 50-Disc Type Multi-CD Player functions cannot be used with this product.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT OR PER-
FORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
CAUTION: THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH
THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.
7U.S.A.
Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
DIVISION
P.O. Box 1760
Long Beach, CA 90801-1760
800-421-1404
7CANADA
Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
DEPARTMENT
300 Allstate Parkway
Markham, Ontario L3R OP2
[phone]
1-877-283-5901

Discs Compatible with this Product
Features of This Player
Compatible with DVD, Video CD and CD Formats
DVD, Video CD and CD discs that display the logos shown below can be played back
on this player. For more information on discs compatible with this player, refer to the
table below.
The disc format logos shown above are found on disc labels or on disc jackets.
Note:
•With some DVD-Video discs, you may not be able to use certain functions.
•Playback of some DVD-Video discs may not be possible.
•With DVD-R/DVD-RW discs, only recordings made in the Video format (Video mode) can
be played back. DVD-RW discs recorded in the Video Recording format (VR mode) cannot
be played back.
•Even with DVD-R/DVD-RW discs featuring recordings made in the Video format (Video
mode), playback may not be possible with this product due to disc characteristics or scratches
or dirt on the disc. Dirt or condensation on the lens inside this product may also prevent play-
back.
•Playback of CD-R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs that have not been finalized is not possible.
•Playback of discs recorded with a PC using the correct format is possible, but depending on
the application software settings, environment and other factors, playback may not be possi-
ble. (For details, inquire at the store or dealer's where you purchased the application software.)
•Playback of CD-TEXT discs is possible, but display of titles and other information is not pos-
sible.
•CD-Extra discs can be played back as music CDs.
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Disc types and logos Diameter/Playable sides Playback time
DVD VIDEO Digital audio/Digital video (MPEG 2)
12 cm (5 in.)/single-sided 1 layer 133 min.
2 layer 242 min.
12 cm (5 in.)/double-sided 1 layer 266 min.
2 layer 484 min.
DVD VIDEO Digital audio/Digital video (MPEG 2)
8 cm (3 in.)/single-sided 1 layer 41 min.
2 layer 75 min.
8 cm (3 in.)/double-sided 1 layer 82 min.
2 layer 150 min.
VIDEO CD Digital audio/Digital video (MPEG 1)
12 cm (5 in.)/single-sided Max. 74 minutes
VIDEO CD single Digital audio/Digital video (MPEG 1)
8 cm (3 in.)/single-sided Max. 20 minutes
CD Digital audio
12 cm (5 in.)/single-sided Max. 74 minutes
CD single Digital audio
8 cm (3 in.)/single-sided Max. 20 minutes
DVD VIDEO
CD
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Precaution:
•Playback of DVD-Audio and CD-ROM discs is not possible. This player can only playback
discs bearing the marks shown on page 12.
•DVDs that have incompatible region numbers (see page 150) cannot be played on this
player. The region number of the player can be found on the top of this product.
The illustration below shows the regions and corresponding region numbers.
•Normal playback of CD-R/CD-RW discs other than those recorded with a music CD recorder
may not be possible.
•Playback of music CD-R/CD-RW discs, even those recorded with a music CD recorder, may
not be possible with this product due to disc characteristics or scratches or dirt on the disc.
Dirt or condensation on the lens inside this product may also prevent playback.
•If you insert a CD-RW disc into this product, time to playback will be longer than when you
insert a conventional CD or CD-R disc.
•Read the precautions with the CD-R/CD-RW discs before using.
What the Marks on DVDs Indicate
The marks below can be found on DVD disc labels and packages. They indicate the type of
images and audio recorded on the disc, and the functions you can use.
Mark Meaning
Indicates the number of audio systems.
Indicates the number of subtitle languages.
Indicates the number of viewing angles.
Indicates the picture size (aspect ratio: screen width-to-height ratio) type.
Indicates the number of the region where playback is possible.
7Disc Operation
With some DVDs, depending on the intentions of the disc’s producer, certain operations
may be prohibited. Also, with discs enabling menu operation and two-way operation dur-
ing playback, the way titles and chapters are organized may prevent certain operations
such as Repeat play.
If this happens with this player, the prohibited mark “”is displayed.
The prohibited mark “”may not appear on some discs.
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Disc Organization
DVD
On DVD-Video discs, the contents are divided into titles which are in turn divided
into chapters.
With video material, a single work (movie etc.) usually corresponds to a single title,
with different scenes corresponding to separate chapters. With karaoke discs, one
song corresponds to one title.
However, some discs are not organized like this, so bear this in mind when using the
Search function.
Video CD and CD
On CDs and Video CDs, the contents are divided into tracks. One track usually corre-
sponds to one song. On some discs, tracks may also feature an index.
With Video CDs featuring PBC (Playback Control), you can use a menu to perform
playback operations. It may not be possible to use functions such as Repeat and
Search.
Track 1 Track 2
Video CD
Track 3 Track 4
Track 1 Track 2
CD
Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
Title 1
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2
Title 2
DVD
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Main Features of DVD Player
You can play back DVDs, Video CDs (PBC compatibility) and CDs.
You can enjoy different kinds of repeat play.
You can view still images or playback of one frame at a
time.
Slow motion playback is possible.
Switching between Wide screen, Letter box and Panscan
display is possible.
You can switch between multiple audio systems recorded
on a DVD as desired.
You can switch between multiple subtitle languages
recorded on a DVD as desired.
You can switch between multiple viewing angles of a
scene recorded on a DVD as desired.
You can play back Video CDs featuring PBC (Playback
Control).
You can use this to prevent your children viewing violent
or adult oriented scenes.
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.
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Repeat Play
Still Image &
Frame-By-Frame Playback
Slow Motion Playback
Multi-Aspect
Multi-Audio
Multi-Subtitle
Multi-Angle
Video CDs featuring PBC
Compatibility
Parental Lock

Care of Discs
Precaution
•This product is designed for use with
conventional, fully circular discs only. Use of
shaped discs are not recommended for this prod-
uct.
•Check all discs before playing and discard
cracked, scratched or warped discs.
•Wipe dirty or damp discs outward from the center with a soft
cloth.
•Avoid touching the recorded (iridescent) surface when
handling discs.
•Store discs in their cases when not in use.
•Keep discs out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.
•Do not affix labels or apply chemicals to discs.
•Condensation may collect inside the player when using the
heater in cold weather, interfering with playback. Turn it off for an hour or so and
wipe damp discs with a soft cloth.
•Road shocks may interrupt disc playback.
•Never insert anything other than discs. Do not attach a label or tape to a disc.
•The use of benzine, thinner, insecticide, or other volatile chemicals may damage the
disc surface.
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Detaching and Replacing the Front Panel
Theft Protection
The front panel of the DVD player is detachable to discourage theft.
When the front panel is detached, the display closes automatically and cannot be opened.
So, you will not be able to operate this product.
Detaching the Front Panel
• Eject the front panel.
The LED indicator will flash while the front panel is being detached.
Note:
•Take care not to grip it too tightly or drop it.
Replacing the Front Panel
•Replace the front panel by clipping it into place.
Align the groove on the bottom of the front panel with the guide on the main body,
and clip in.
Precaution:
•When replacing the front panel, avoid pressing any of the buttons.
•Avoid subjecting the front panel to excessive shocks.
•Keep the front panel out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.
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Before Using This Product
Key Finder
DVD Player
The following diagram shows the display when it is deployed.
Note:
•The DVD player plays one standard 12 cm (5 in.) or 8 cm (3 in.) single disc at a time. Do not
use an adapter when playing 8 cm (3 in.) disc.
•Do not insert anything into the Disc Loading Slot other than discs that are compatible with
this product.
•The DVD function can be turned ON/OFF with the disc remaining in the DVD player. (Refer
to page 73.)
•A disc left partially inserted after ejection may incur damage or fall out.
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!1
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!3
!2
qDisc loading slot
wPOWER button
eEject button
rPLAY/PAUSE (6) button
tSTOP (7) button
yPREVIOUS (4) button
uNEXT (¢) button
iV.SOURCE button
oRGB button
!0 RESET button
!1 OPEN/CLOSE (0) button
!2 ANGLE buttons
!3 WIDE button

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Setting the Remote Control for AV Receiver Operation
To operate this system’s AV Receiver, set the remote control’s operation mode switch to
“AUDIO”.
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!1
!2
!3
!4
qJoystick
wRemote control operation mode switch
eTA button
rPGM button
t5/∞/2/3buttons
yDISPLAY button
uRETURN button
iVOLUME
Move upward or downward to adjust
the volume.
If it is pressed, the volume is reduced
(by about 90%).
Press once more to return to the original
volume level.
oMENU button
!0 RT button
!1 SOURCE button
!2 V.SEL button
!3 BAND button
!4 Buttons 1–6