Pioneer CLD-99 User manual

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This player is not suitable for commercial use.
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know
how to operate your model properly. After you have finished
reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future
reference. CONTE NTS
In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and
power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the
explanatory drawings. However, the method of connecting and BEFORE OPERATING THE PLAYERE
operating the unit is the same.
ACCESSORIES ...
WARNING :: To prevent FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO PRECAUTIONS
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE PLAYER
TYPES OF DISCS THAT CAN BE PLAYED WITH THIS UNIT .... 7
CARE OF DISCS
The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. BASIC CONNECTIONS
Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card CONNECTING TO THE DIGITAL JACKS
and keep itin a secure area. This is for your security. SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTION...
NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF CONTROLS
[For Canadian model] BASIC OPERATION
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION TO PLAY AN LD, CDV OR CO
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE VARIOUS a
EXPOSURE. PICTURE QUALITY ADJUSTMENT (V-DNR 3D)
TO SEARCH FOR A PARTICULAR TIME/FRAME -
Time Number Search/Track Time Search/ABS Time Search|
ATTENTION: pour prREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES Frame Number Search
NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGA- TO PLAY ALL CHAPTERS/TRACKS IN RANDOM ORDER -
TEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE Random Playback
COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND TO SEARCH FOR A PARTICULAR CHAPTER/TRACK -
SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT. Hi-Lite Scan/Intro Scan
TO REPEATEDLY PLAY A DESIRED PASSAGE -
Repeat Playback
TO PLAY ONLY DESIRED SCENES/TRACKS -
Program Playback
DISPLAY SWITCHING
CAUTION:
This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equip-
ment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric
appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded
cables and connectors for connections.
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
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IMPORTANT
The lightning flash with arrowhead, 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.
READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the appliance is
Operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the appliance
and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use
instructions should be foliowed.
CLEANING — Unplug this video product from the wall
outiet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
ATTACHMENTS -—~ Do not use attachments not
recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this video
Product near water - for example, near a bathtub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
ACCESSORIES — Do not place this video product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
video product 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
video product. Any mounting of the appliance should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
CART — An appliance and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the video product and to protect it from
overheating. These openings must not be blocked or
covered. They should never be blocked by placing
the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This video product should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat register. This video
product should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.
POWER SOURCES - This video product should be
operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. !f you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your
appliance dealer or local power company. For video
products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
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. Pay particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER {OR BACK}. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
POLARIZATION — This video product is equipped with
8 polarized alternating current line plug (a piug 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.
LIGHTNING — For added protection for this video
product receiver 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 video product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
POWER LINES — An outside antenna system should
Not be located in the vicinity of overhead 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.
OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or
electric shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never push objects of
any kind into this video 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 video product.
SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this video
product yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
GROUND
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
(s
Be
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 Iterature accompanying the appliance.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unptug this video product trom the wall outlet and
tefer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or piug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions, Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore
the video product to its normal operation.
@. ,1f the video product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change
in performance ~ this indicates a need for service.
REPLACEMENT PARTS — When replacement parts are
fequired, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
having the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of any service or
fepairs to this video product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the video product is in proper operating
condition.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an outside
antenna is connected to the antenna terminal, be
sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges.
In the U.S.A. section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
tespect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
See Fig. A.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810 — 20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810 — 21)
bgp GROUND CLAMPS
'<tt————_ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
FIG.A
(NEC
ART
250,
PART
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This
equipment
has
been
tested
and
found
to
comply
with
the
limits
for
a
Class
B
digital
device,
pursuant
to
Part
15
of
the
FCC
Rules.
These
limits
are
designed
to
provide
reasonable
protection
against
harmful
interference
in
a
residential
installation.
This
equipment
generates,
uses,
and
can
radiate
radio
frequency
energy
and,
if
not
installed
and
used
in
accordance
with
the
instructions,
may
cause
harmful
interference
to
radio
communications.
However,
there
is
no
guarantee
that
interference
will
not
occur
in
a
particular
installation.
If
this
equipment
does
cause
harmful
interference
to
radio
or
television
reception,
which
can
be
determined
by
turning
the
equipment
off
and
on,
the
user
is
encouraged
to
try
to
correct
the
interference
by
one
or
more
of
the
following
measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—
Connect
the
equipment
into
an
outlet
on
a
circuit
different
from
that
to
which
the
receiver
is
connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Information to User
Alteration
or
modifications
carried
out
without
appropriate
authorization
may
invalidate
the
user’s
right
to
operate
the
equipment.
CAUTION
@
Use
of
control
or
adjustments
or
performance
of
procedures
other
than
those
specified
herein
may
result
in
hazardous
radiation
exposure.
@The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
[For Canadian model]
This
Class
B
digital
apparatus
meets
all
requirements
of
the
Canadian
Interference-Causing
Equipment
Regulations.
[Pour le modéle Canadien]
Cet
appareil
numérique
de
la
Classe
B
respecte
toutes
les
exigences
du
Réglement
sur
le
matériel
brouilleur
du
Canada.
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
wie Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fim and
ad enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it
is too late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Associstion’s
Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to
excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ ve just purchased is only Decibel
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 Ler Exenple ;
the
Electronic
Industries
Association’s
Consumer
Electronics
Group
want
you
30
Quiet
library,
soft
whispers
to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets 40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
the
sound
come
through
loud
and
clear
without
annoying
blaring
or
distortion-
50
Light
traffic,
normal
conversation,
quiet
office
and,
most
importantly,
without
affecting
your
sensitive
hearing.
60
Air
conditioner
at
20
feet,
sewing
machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
Sound
can
be
deceiving.
Over
time
your
hearing
“comfort
level”
adapts
to
80
Average
city
traffic,
garbage
disposals,
alarm
clock
higher
volumes
of sound. So
what
sounds
“normal”
can
actually
be
loud
and
at
two
feet.
harmful to your
hearing.
Guard
against
this
by
setting
your
equipment
at
a
safe
THE
FOLLOWING
NOISES
CAN
BE
DANGEROUS
UNDER
level
BEFORE
your
hearing adapts.
CONSTANT
EXPOSURE
To
establish
a
safe level:
90 Subway, motorcycle, truck
traffic,
lawn
mower
@ Start
your
volume
control
at a
low
setting.
100
Garbage
rock,
chan
saw,
pneumatic
drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
@ Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and
clearly, and without distortion. 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad
Once
you
have
established
a
comfortable
sound
level:
Information
courtesy
of
the
Deafness Research
Foundation.
@
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.
w
Wat ty
oral —
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ACCESSORIES
Video cord
(Pin plug «> Pin plug)
e Remote control unit
e@Size “AAA” (IEC R03)
dry cell battery x 2
to a color monitor, etc.
INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT
(1) Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote
control unit. Press the knob and open the cover in the direction
ofthe arrow.
[2] Take out the two accessory size “AAA” (IEC R03) dry cell
batteries, and insert them into the battery compartment in
accordance with the display (@, ©) inside the compartment.
[3] Close the cover of the battery case.
Incorrect use of batteries may lead to leakage or rupture.
Always be sure to follow these guidelines:
A. Always insert batteries into the battery compartment,
correctly matching the positive @ and negative © polarities,
as indicated inside the compartment.
B. Never mix new and used batteries.
C. Batteries of the same size may have different voltages,
depending on their type. Do not mix different types of
batteries.
Range of remote control operation
When operating the remote control unit, point the unit’s infrared
signal transmitter at the remote control unit receiver on the front
panel of the player. The remote control unit can be used within a
range of about 7 meters (23 feet) from the remote sensor, and
within angles of up to about 30 degrees.
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When unpacking the player, first check to make sure that all of the accessories listed below are supplied:
Use to connect the player
e Audio cord
(Pin plug x 2 + Pin plug x 2)
Use to connect the player to
a stereo amplifier, etc.
e@S-VIDEO cable
(Mini DIN «+ Mini DIN)
am
e Operating instructions
eWarranty card
NOTES FOR USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
e /f a plug is connected to the CONTROL IN terminal at the rear of the
player, remote control operations cannot be done with the remote
control unit aimed at the player’s remote control sensor. Aim the
remote control unit at the AV amplifier or the component display’s
sensor instead.
@ if there is any obstacle between the remote control unit and the
player, or if the unit is held at too large an angle relative to the front
panel of the player, the signal from the remote control unit will fail to
reach the remote sensor.
@ /f the player is operating in the vicinity of other appliances generating
infrared rays, or if other remote control devices using infrared rays
are used near the player, the player may operate improperly. Con-
versely, if the player's remote control unit is operated in the vicinity
of other appliances which use an infrared remote control device, the
other appliance may operate improperly. if this should happen,
change the place of installation so that improper operation does not
occur.
e@ if the range of operation of the remote control unit becomestoo short,
replace the batteries.
e@ When the unit is not to be used for a long period of time (more than
one month), remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking inside
the compartment. If leakage occurs, wipe up the liquid inside the
compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.
e Do not place books or other objects on the remote control unit, since
they might depress the buttons and run down the batteries.
e if the remote control sensor windowis in a position where it receives
strong light such as sunlight or fluorescent light, control may not be
possible.

PRECAUTIONS
If it becomes necessary to transport or ship this unit in the
future, be sure to first remove the disc (if loaded), retract the disc
table to its closed position and turn the power off. After the
“OFF” display goes out on the display, disconnect the power
cord. :
INSTALLING THE PLAYER
ePlace the player on a stable platform next to the television and
stereo system to be used with the player.
eWhen using the player with a stereo system, your speakers
should be placed away from your television (or TV monitor).
@Do not place heavy objects such as a television or TV monitor on
top of the player.
@Do not place the player on top of your TV set or TV monitor. Also,
keep the player away from. devices such as cassette decks which
are sensitive to magnetic fields.
When FM or AM stations are being received, signal noise may be
generated if the player is turned on. Turn off the player when not
in use. Also, if there is a signal noise when receiving radio stations
with an indoor antenna, adjust the position or direction of the
antenna.
INSTALL THE PLAYER IN A WELL VENTILATED PLACE
AWAY FROM HEAT AND HUMIDITY
Do not install the player in a location subject to direct sunlight, or
near a stove or radiator, etc. This could adversely affect the cabinet
and internal components. Also avoid installing the player in a
humid or dusty location. This could result in a malfunction or
accident. Do not install near a cookstove where the player could be
affected by smoke, steam, or heat.
AVOID SOURCES OF HEAT
Do not put the player on sources of heat, such as an amplifier.
When installing with audio components on a rack, avoid
components that generate heat, by placing the player below such
components where there is adequate ventilation and not much
dust.Avoid placing the player on surfaces such as shaggy carpets,
beds, and sofas which may biock ventilation under the player and
cause damage.
CAUTIONS FOR AUTOMATIC LOADING
OPERATIONS
Since this player has an automatic loading construction, use the
button onthe player or the remote control unit for opening and
closing of the disc table. To avoid damage, be careful not to
apply any force to the moving disc table.
Even when the player is in the pause mode, the disc-drive motor
is still revolving. Since leaving the player in this condition can
shorten the lifetime of the motor, do not leave the player in the
Pause mode for a long period of time. Also, to prevent the
damage to the screen, do not use the unit for a long period of
time under conditions in which the screen display (monitor) has
been displayed characters (for example, power-ON mode, CD
PLAY, PAUSE).
CAUTION WHEN INSTALLING IN A RACK HAVING A
GLASS DOOR
Be careful to install so that when the disc table is opened by remote
control it does not hit the glass door. Strong force against movement
of the disc table may cause breakdown.
Take the following precautions to avoid accidents!
Be careful not to catch your finger in the disc table section while
the disc table is being retracted into the unit. Also, be careful
that children do not put their hands inside the unit while the disc
table is open. This may cause injury.
STRIPE PATTERNS APPEARING ON A TV PROGRAM
Stripe patterns may appear during a TV program if the player unit
is turned on, depending on the quality of reception of the TV
station. This is neither a malfunction of the television nor the
player. If stripes appear while watching TV, or when watching TV
for a long period of time, turn the player off.
CONDENSATION
Moisture will form in the operating section of the player if the
player is brought from cool surroundings into a warm room or if
the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens,
player's performance will be impaired.
To prevent this, let the player stand in its new surroundings for
about an hour before switching it on, or make sure that the room
temperature rises gradually.
. The same symptoms of condensation may be caused during
summer, if the player is exposed to the breeze from an air
conditioner. In such cases, change the location of the player.
POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by
tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands
are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not
place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch
the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords.
The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to
be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause fire or giveyou
an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When
you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service
center or your dealer for a replacement.
CLEANING CARE
Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning. For stubborn dirt, soak the doth
in a solution of household detergent diluted using one part deteryent
to five or six parts water; wring well first and wipe. Use a dry doth
to wipe it dry. Do not use any volatile agents such as benzine or
paint thinner, as they may damage the surface of the player.
Abnormal functioning of this unit may be caused by static
electricity, or other external interference. To restore nornal
operation, turn the power off and then on again, or unplug the
AC power cord and then plug it in again.
Only one disc can be loaded at any one time. Loading a LaserVison
Disc, a Compact Disc, an 8-cm Compact Disc or a Compact Disc with
Video on top of one another may result in breakdown, or in scratch-
ing of the discs.
Please only load one disc at a time.
This player is to be used exclusively with the NTSC color system.
Please use NTSC LaserVision Disc or NTSC Compact Disc with Vidleo
only. PAL and SECAM system discs cannot be used with this player.
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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS OF THE PLAYER
Gamma-Tum System - Two-Side Continuous Playback
With this function, both sides of a two-sided LD can be played
consecutively, eliminating the need to turn the disc over when the
first side is completed.
A Side <> B Side Continuous Playback Programs
Through the use of the Gamma-Turn system, programs which go
from side A to side B or from side B to side A can be freely created.
Full Digital Processing System
Virtual elimination of analog processing assures high picture
quality with minimal distortion. Thanks to the field correlation
digital video processor, the picture is dimensionally balanced with
high resolution and high S/N.
Digital TBC system _
A digital TBC system is used for correcting jitter in the picture
processing circuitry, featuring a wide correction range, minimal
signal degradation and high-quality picture reproduction.
3D Digital Y/C Separation Circuitry
This circuitry memorizes a scene, and immediately compares it
with the current scene to achieve Y/C separation with less dot
interference and cross color interference than 3-line Y/C separation
(2D), with no loss in horizontal, vertical, and diagonal resolution.
1-Bit DLC D/A Converters
D/A converters are devices for transforming digital signals into
analog signals. The D/A converter used in this player employs an
advanced 1-bit conversion system. Compared to conventional
converters, this system has the following advantages:
e Theoretically no zero cross distortion is generated.
eThe system is free of non-linear distortion throughout the
frequency range.
@ High-precision operation can be obtained without adjustments.
With this type of conversion, there is no loss of music quality even
at minute signal levels. Moreover, the noise shaping function
necessary for 1-bit conversion is implemented using a double-step
noise shaping system. This system carries out noise shaping once
in the preliminary digital filter stage and then again in the D/A
converter section, thus minimizing quantization noise and providing
extremely high-precision. Furthermore, two of these D/A converters
are used independently for the left and right channels, realizing a
high signal-to-noise ratio and excellent separation.
Legato Link Conversion
This unit is equipped with Legato Link Conversion which makes
possible reproduction that exceeds the conventional limits of the
digital recording format.
Legato Link Conversion achieves music reproduction closer to the
original sound by deducing the original signal based on the
recorded signal.
Picture Stop Cancel (PSC) function
Digital output terminals
This unit is equipped with both optical output and coaxial digital
output terminals.
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3D Digital NR
LDs contain inherent noise such as color smearing. To effectively
reduce this kind of noise, this unit features 3D Digital NR. You can
also independently adjust brightness and color. Naturally, since
processing is digital, there’s no loss in picture quality.
Film Mode
When Film Mode is ON, the front panel dispiay window and screen
display are turned off during playback, and the screen goes black
when changing disc sides. Play starting time and the time required
to change disc sides is shorter than during normal playback of
movie discs.
Program Playback
Up to 24 chapters can be programmed for playback in any desired
sequence.
Repeat Playback
Eight repeat modes - Memory Repeat, A-B Repeat, 1-chapter/track
Repeat, One-side Repeat, All side Repeat (for two-side LDs only),
Program Repeat, and Random Repeat - are available. (With discs
having no TOC, Random Repeat cannot be carried out.)
Special Play Functions
Thanks to the video circuitry’s 8-bit digital memory, you can enjoy
a high quality picture and a range of different play modes even with
a long-playing disc (CLV).
Random Playback (For LDs, this function is only available with
discs containing TOC.)
All chapters of one side of a disc can be played in random order.
Hi-Lite/Intro Scan Piayback
Hi-Lite Sean - CD, CDV-audio part
Playback starts from a point 1 minute after the beginning of the
track, and each track is played for about 8 seconds. Also, Hi-Lite
Scan playback can be started from the desired minute and
second on each track.
Intro Scan - LD, CDV-video part
The beginning of each chapter/track is played for about8 seconds.
Direct CD Function
Pressing DIRECT CD on the front panel instructs the unitto use the
CD disc table, which reduces the play starting time. In addition,
since the picture circuit does not function, the player eliminates the
interference between signals and reproduces more pure sound.
Last Memory Function
This lets you watch a LD part way through, and then resume
watching it later from where you left off.
Compatibility with Many Disc Types and Sizes
In addition to conventional LDs (12 inch, 8 inch),.CDs (Sinch), and
CDV discs (5 inch), the player can play thin-type 8 inchLDs and 3
inch CD singles without an adapter.

TYPES
OF
DISCS
THAT
CAN
BE
PLAYED
WITH
THIS
UNIT
This unit is a CD VIDEO SYSTEM compatible player which can play
CDs, CDV discs, and LDs.
e The marks shown in the right column are printed on the labels
and jackets of the corresponding discs.
This player can play the following seven types of discs without
using an adapter:
CD Single (one-side recording)
8cm ©) Digital audio
(3 in.) (max. 20 min.)
CD (one-side recording)
12cm ©) Digital audio
(5 in.) (max. 74 min.)
Digital audio
(max. 20 min.)
(Audio part) =*
Digital audio + CD VIDEO
Video
(max. 5 min.)
(Video part)
VSD (Video Single Disc}
{one-side recording)
Digital audio +
12 cm Video VIDEO
(5 in.) (max. 5 min.) SINGLE
OIsc
@ In the operating instructions in this manual, the VSD
is treated as a kind of CDV.
LD Single (one-side recording)
Digital/analog
audio + Video
20 cm (CAV: max. 14
(8 in.) min.
CLV: max. 20
min.)
LD (two-side or one-side recording)
Digital/analog
audio + Video
20 cm ©) (CAV: max. Ma
in. min. per side
St.) CLV: max. 20
min. per side)
LD (two-side or one-side recording)
Digital/analog
audio + Video
(CAV: max. 30
min. per side
CLV: max. 60
min. per side)
Discs other than those noted above cannot be played back with this
player, (i.e, Video CD, CD-ROM, LD-ROM, Hi-Vision LD, etc.)
HOW TO PLACE A DISC
Place the disc in the correct position by using the appropriate disc
guide groove.
LD disc table:
CD single : 8 cm
CD, CDV: 12 em
LD, LD single :
20cm
LD: 30cm
CD disc table:
CD single: 8cm
CD, CDV: 12cm
(Cc
LD GLOSSARY
Chapter number
Chapter numbers are used to indicate the boundaries of the
sections on a disc. If chapter numbers are recorded on a disc, it is
also indicated on the jacket of the disc, etc.
Frame number
Frame numbers are the numbers assigned to each picture frame
on a CAV disc.
Time number
Time numbers indicate the time elapsed from the beginning of a
CLV disc.
CDV/CD GLOSSARY
Track number
Track numbers indicate the boundaries of the sections, or “tracks”,
on a disc. Track numbers are assigned consistently throughout the
audio part and video part of a CDV disc.
Toc
The TOC (Table of Contents) section is just like the table of contents
of a book, and contains information on the contents (number of
tracks, playing time, etc.) of the disc.
e@Some LD discs are not provided with a TOC section.
* This is the unified symbol mark of LASERDISC (LaserVision
videodisc).
LaserDisc players and discs which bear this symbol and use the
same television system, are mutually compatible.
** A Digital Audio with Multi Audio Disc (CD VIDEO LD) anda CDV
(CD Video CDV) are referred to as CD Video discs. CD Videociiscs
are recorded with subcodes, which are the non-audio recacdings
of TOC (Table of Contents) data such as track numbers, imdex
numbers, etc. However, there are some discs withouttIhese
marks.
eThere are some discs marked with the Ww mark insteadof the
covineo Mark.
e@There are some disc without the pd ©? mark.
COMPACT
Video CDs ali (e or
cannot be plied.
DISTAL VDE VIDEO CD
(Video CD is a digital audio/video recording in MPEG formi, up
to 74 minutes long.)
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TYPES OF DISCS THAT CAN BE PLAYED WITH
THIS UNIT
CD VIDEO SYSTEM
The CD VIDEO SYSTEM is the standard name for the “optical video
disc with digital audio” system that encompasses both LDs and
CDV discs.
The following mark is the standard mark for the CD VIDEO SYSTEM
and is found on all players and discs which conform to the CD
VIDEO SYSTEM format.
The following systems are included in the CD VIDEO SYSTEM:
CD VIDEO
e CDV (CD VIDEO CDV) discs
eLaserVision Discs (CD VIDEO LDs) containing digital audio with
sub codes.
e@ Compatible players which can play CDs and CDV discs.
e Compatible players which can play CDs, CDV. discs, and LDs.
CD VIDEO LDs
ACD VIDEO LD is an LD with digital audio which is encoded with
sub codes (data such as TOC and track number data, excluding
audio and video signals).
LDs (LASERDISCS)
Two types of standard LaserDisc are available — standard play
(CAV) disc and extended play (CLV) discs — which differ with
respect to their signal recording systems.
CAV DISCS
The jackets and labels of these discs are marked with a “Standard
Play Disc CAV” or “Standard Play” indication.
CLV DISCS
The jackets and labels of these discs are marked with “Extended
Play Disc CLV” or Extended Play” indication.
LASERVISION DISCS WITH DIGITAL AUDIO
The jackets and labels of these discs bear the following mark.
8, « f
digital or aia
RAwowo
These are LaserDiscs which contain digital audio signals in addition
to conventional analog audio signals. This feature allows the high
image quality of LaserDiscs to be enjoyed together with the
superior quality of digital audio.
LASERVISION MULTI AUDIO DISCS WITH DIGITAL AUDIO
The jackets and labels of these discs bear the following mark.
HiBiEoL and MULT! AUDIO or talinuiT AUDIO
These are LaserDiscs in which the recorded digital and analog
audio signals differ in content. This allows the user to enjoy two
different audio soundtracks by switching between the digital and
analog audio.
CDV (COMPACT DISC WITH VIDEO) DISCS
These are compact discs which also contain video signals. Of the
total 25-minute playback time of a CDV disc, 20 minutes are
encoded with conventional CD digital audio signals (the “audio
part”). The remaining 5 minutes are encoded with both video and
digital audio signals (the “video part”).
In normal playback mode, the unit plays the audio part after the
video part is played back.
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CARE OF DISCS
How to hold discs
When loading or removing discs, try not to touch their playing
surfaces.
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Cleaning
Fingerprints or other dirt on the disc may affect sound and picture
quality.
To clean your discs, use a soft clean cloth to wipe them. If
necessary, moisten a soft cloth with diluted neutral detergent to
remove heavy dirt or fingerprints.
CLAY
CSD
Do not wipe in a circular Gently wipe from the inside
direction. toward the outer edge.
(Concentric scratches in the disc
groove tend to cause noise.)
Discs must not be cleaned with record cleaning sprays, or static
prevention sprays, etc. Also, do not use volatile tiquids such as
benzine, or thinner, etc.
NEVER PLAY CRACKED OR WARPED DISCS
@ The disc revolves in the player at a high speed when it is played.
Never play a cracked, scratched or warped disc. This may
damage the player or cause it to malfunction.
After using discs, store them upright
After playing a disc, always remove it from the player and return
it to its jacket. Then store it standing upright away from heat and
humidity.
eStore discs carefully. If you store discs at an angle, or stacked on
top of each other, discs may become warped even when in their
jackets.
e@Do not leave discs in locations such as the seat of car, which may
become excessively hot.
CAUTION WHEN USING THE DISC
All rights reserved.
Unauthorized public performance, broadcasting or copying is a
violation of applicable laws.

BASIC CONNECTIONS
e Use an AV TV with video/audio inputs (or a monitor TV).
1
UHF antenna VHF antenna
Supplied S-VIDEO cable
Supplied video cord
Connect to the stereo amp’s CD, LD, VDP, or other input
jack with the supplied audio cord. (Do not connect to
the PHONO jack.)
You can connect to the TV's audio input jack, but it is
recommended you connect to the stereo amplifier to
obtain superior audio playback quality.
These connections are also possible
elf you have a stereo amplifier with optical or coaxial inputs,
refer to page 10. Connection to this unit’s digital output
(optical or coaxial) is possible.
elf you have a Pioneer projection monitor, refer to page 11. You
can connect to this unit’s control jack for system remote
control.
elf you have an AV amplifier bearing the Pioneer i mark, refer
to page 11.
You can connect to this unit’s control jack for system remote
control,
Connect the supplied video cord.
If the TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, connect a the supplied $-VIDEO cable.
This unit features 3-D Y/C separation circuitry so it is recommended you
connect an S-VIDEO cable to obtain superior picture quality.
Align the plug
Orn S plug
correctly and push
into the S-VIDEO jack. i, Om
lf you use an S-VIDEO cable, refer to your TV’s operation
manual. :
Finally, connect the power
cord to the wail socket.
Once the power cord is connected, even if you
switch power OFF, power is still supplied to the
player’s built-in memory (Resume play function
etc.). For this reason, make sure the unit is connected
to the wall socket. If you connect to the amplifiers
standby power SWITCHED OUTLET socket or other
socket, functions such as Resume play will not
operate.
AC-3 RF OUT terminal:
This terminal is intended for use with Dolby AC-3* components
(*1) planned for future release. With this terminal, you will be
able to connect an AC-3 RF input of amplifiers and surround
processors, and playback LDs formatted with Dolby AC-3 (*2).
(*1) Indicated with Dibeerseess] (For hardware)
(*2) Indicated with DQEsssmcms) (For software)
e@ You cannot playback currently available LDs, LD players, AV
amplifiers, etc., with this terminal.
@ Do not connect this terminals to the audio input terminal of a
normal stereo or AV amplifiers.
* “Dolby”, “AC-3” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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CONNECTIONS
CONNECTING TO THE DIGITAL JACKS
The optical fiber cable and coaxial cable are not supplied with this unit. Use a separately sold optical fiber cable or coaxial cable for the
digital jack connections.
Connecting to the optical digital jack
@ This unit can be connected to an amplifier equipped with an
optical digital jack.
Stereo amplifier
Finally, connect to the
wall socket.
Optical fiber cable :
w When using the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack: NOTES:
1. Remove the protective dust cap from this unit's OPTICAL e@ When making optical digital connections, this player can only be
DIGITAL OUT jack. connected. to an amplifier which uses the same type of optical
2. Usean optical fiber cable to connect OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT transmissions/reception module.
jack of this unit to the optical digital input jack of the amplifier. e Fully insert the optical fiber cable plugs ail the way into the jacks.
@ Align the plug of the optical fiber cable with the optical digital e Be careful not to fold or crimp the cable. When coiling an optical fiber
jack and fully insert the plug to make a secure connection. cable for storage, make sure the diameter of the coil is 15 cm (6
inches) or larger.
e Use an optical fiber cable with a length of 3 m (10 feet) or less.
e Protect the optical fiber cable plugs from scratches and dust.
@ When the unit is not connected using an optical fiber cable, be sure
to keep the protective dust cap plugged into the optical digital output
jack at all time.
Connecting to the coaxial digital jack
eThis unit can be connected to an amplifier equipped with a
coaxial digital jack.
Stereo amplifier
Finally, connect to the
wall socket.
Coaxial cable
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