Pioneer MCS-838 User manual

Blu-ray Disc Surround System
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MCS-838
MCS-636
MCS-434
MCS-737
MCS-535
MCS-333
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light)
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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or
shock hazard, do not place any container filled with
liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot)
or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.
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VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation
(at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each
side).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product,
and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire
hazard, the openings should never be blocked or
covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths,
curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet
or a bed.
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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.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
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CAUTION
The 1STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all power from the AC outlet.
Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect
device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the
AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make
sure the unit has been installed so that the power
cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in
case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power
cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet
when left unused for a long period of time (for
example, when on vacation).
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This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires
repair will be charged for even during the warranty
period.
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WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
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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 a fire or give you 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.
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CAUTION
This product is a class 1 laser product classified
under the Safety of laser products, IEC 60825-1:2007,
but this product contains a laser diode higher than
Class 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove
any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of
the product.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
The following caution label appears on your unit.
Location: inside of the unit
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Safety Information

Cautions on 3D Viewing
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Notes on Copyrights
Because AACS (Advanced Access Content
System) is approved as content protection
system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use
of CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD
format, certain restrictions are imposed on
playback, analog signal output, etc., of AACS
protected contents. The operation of this
product and restrictions on this product may
vary depending on your time of purchase
as those restrictions may be adopted and
or changed by AACS after the production of
this product.
Furthermore, BD-ROM Mark and BD+ are
additionally used as content protection
systems for Blu-ray Disc format, which
imposes certain restrictions including
playback restrictions for BD-ROM Mark
andor BD+ protected contents. To obtain
additional information on AACS, BD-ROM
Mark, BD+, or this product, please contact
an authorized Customer Service Center.
Many BD-ROMDVD discs are encoded with
copy protection. Because of this, you should
only connect your player directly to your TV,
not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results
in a distorted picture from copy-protected
discs.
Under the U.S. Copyright laws and Copyright
laws of other countries, unauthorized
recording, use, display, distribution, or
revision of television programs, videotapes,
BD-ROM discs, DVDs, CDs and other
materials may subMect you to civil andor
criminal liability.
Important Notice for TV colour
system
The colour system of this player differs
according to currently playing discs.
For example, when the player plays the disc
recorded in the NTSC colour system, the image
is output as an NTSC signal.
Only the multi system colour TV can receive all
signals output from the player.
If you have a PAL colour system TV, you will
see Must distorted images when using discs
or video contents recorded in NTSC.
The multi system colour TV changes the
colour system automatically according to
input signals. In case that the colour system
is not changed automatically, turn it off and
then on to see normal images on screen.
Even if the disc recorded in NTSC colour
system are well displayed on your TV, these
may not be recorded correctly on your
recorder.

Table of Contents
1 Before you start
6 Introduction
6 – Supplied accessories
6 – Accessories of speaker box (MCS-838,
MCS-737)
6 – Accessories of speaker box (MCS-636,
MCS-535)
6 – Accessories of speaker box (MCS-434,
MCS-333)
7 – Putting the batteries in the remote control
7 – Software update
7 – About operation of this player from a
mobile device (iPod, iPhone, iPad etc.)
8 – Types of discs/les that can be played
15 – Trademarks and licenses
17 – Remote control
19 Front panel
20 Rear panel
2 Connecting
21 Assemble the speakers
21 – Speaker setup for MCS-838, MCS-737
22 – Wall mounting the speaker for MCS-838,
MCS-737
23 – Additional notes on speaker for MCS-838,
MCS-737
23 – Positioning the system for MCS-838, MCS-
737
24 – Speaker setup for MCS-636, MCS-535
26 – Wall mounting the speaker for MCS-636,
MCS-535
27 – Additional notes on speaker for MCS-636,
MCS-535
27 – Positioning the system for MCS-636, MCS-
535
28 – Speaker setup for MCS-434, MCS-333
28 – Wall mounting the speaker for MCS-434,
MCS-333
29 – Additional notes on speaker for MCS-434,
MCS-333
29 – Positioning the system for MCS-434, MCS-
333
30 Connecting to Your TV
30 – HDMI connection
30 Antenna connection
31 Connections with external device
31 – AUX connection
31 – PORTABLE IN connection
32 – OPTICAL IN connection
32 – HDMI IN 1/2/3/4 connection
33 Connecting to your Home Network
33 – Wired network connection
34 – Wireless network connection (MCS-838/
MCS-636/MCS-434 only)
34 – Wireless network setup
(MCS-838/MCS-636/MCS-434 only)
36 – WPS setup (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
(MCS-838/MCS-636/MCS-434 only)
38 USB device connection
38 – About USB devices
38 – Connecting the USB device
3 Getting Started
39 Making settings using the Setup Navigator
menu
40 Operating the TV with the player’s remote
control
41 – TV preset code list
4 Playback
42 Playing discs or les
43 – Forward and reverse scanning
43 – Playing specic chapters, tracks or les
43 – Skipping content
43 – Playing in slow motion
43 – Step forward and step reverse
43 – Playing a specic section within a title or
track repeatedly (A-B Repeat)
44 – Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play)
44 – Playing in the desired order (Programmed
Play)
45 – Making bookmarks
45 – Zoom
45 – Playing photos as slideshows
45 – Switching the camera angles
46 – Switching the subtitles
46 – Switching the audio
46 – Convert 2D image into 3D
46 – Switching the CD/SACD playback area
46 – Displaying the disc information
47 – Enjoying BONUSVIEW or BD-LIVE

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48 – Playback functions
49 Using the TOOLS menu
49 – Playing from a specic time (Time Search)
50 – Playing a specic title, chapter, track or le
(Search)
50 – Playing specied range of discs, titles or
chapter (track/le) in random order
50 Continuing playback from a specied
position (Continued Viewing Playback)
5 Playback from Home Media
Gallery
51 About Home Media Gallery
51 – About network playback
53 Playback le on the network
53 Disc/USB playback
53 – Playing back image les
53 – Switch Play Mode
54 Playing in the desired order (Playlist)
54 – Adding tracks/les
54 – Playing the playlist
54 – Deleting tracks/les from the playlist
55 Copy les to a USB
55 – Select and copy a single le/folder
55 – Copy all les
56 Use the unit’s Wi-Fi Direct™ function (MCS-
838/MCS-636/MCS-434 only)
56 – Display the Wi-Fi Direct mode screen
56 – Connect to mobile device
57 – Connect using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected
Setup)
57 – Connect using mobile device’s Wi-Fi Direct
function
57 – Playback photos, music and video les
from a mobile device
58 – Ending Wi-Fi Direct connection
58 – Change SSID and password
6 Playing the web contents
59 Available web contents
59 Playing the items
59 Enjoying YouTube
7 Other Operating
60 Recording Audio CD to a USB device
61 iPod/iPhone/iPad playback (MCS-838/MCS-
636/MCS-434 only)
61 – Connect an iPod/iPhone/iPad
62 – Playing your iPod/iPhone/iPad
63 Radio Operations
63 – Listening to the radio
63 – Presetting the radio stations
63 – Deleting all the saved stations
63 – Improving poor FM reception
63 – FM Recording
64 Karaoke
64 – Enjoying Karaoke
66 Sound
8 Advanced settings
67 Changing the settings
67 – Operating the initial setup screen
74 – Software updating
75 – Restoring all the settings to the factory
default settings
76 – Language code table and country/area
code table
9 Troubleshooting
77 – Picture
78 – Sound
78 – Playback
79 – Network
81 – Wireless LAN (MCS-838/MCS-636/MCS-
434 only)
81 – iPod/iPhone/iPad (MCS-838/MCS-636/
MCS-434 only)
82 – Others
10 Appendix
83 Specications
86 Maintenance
86 – Handling the unit
86 – Notes on discs
87 Important Information Relating to Network
Services

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Chapter 1
Before you start
Introduction
Supplied accessories
Remote control (1) Battery (2)
FM antenna (1) Power cord
Software license notice
Operating instructions (This document)
Accessories of speaker box
(MCS-838, MCS-737)
Non-skid pads (1)
>2 cm x 2 cm@
Screws M4 x 16 (16)
(They are used to fix to the
base and lower cabinet.)
Screws M4 x 12 (8)
(They are used to fix the
upper and lower cabinet.)
Accessories of speaker box
(MCS-636, MCS-535)
Non-skid pads (3)
>2 cm x 2 cm@
Screws M4 x 16 (8)
(They are used to fix to the
base and lower cabinet.)
Screws M4 x 12 (4)
(They are used to fix the
upper and lower cabinet.)
Screws M3.5 x 12 (2)
(These screws are used to
fix the surround speakers to
the stands.)
Accessories of speaker box
(MCS-434, MCS-333)
Non-skid pads (5)
>2 cm x 2 cm@
Screws M3.5x12
>Taping type@(4)
(These screws are used to fix
the speakers to the stands.)
WARNING
Store small parts out of the reach of
children and infants. If accidentally
swallowed, contact a doctor immediately.

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Putting the batteries in the
remote control
1. Open the rear cover.
Press lightly on
this part and slide
into the direction
of the arrow.
2. Insert the batteries (AAA/R03 x 2).
Insert as indicated by the marks into
the battery compartment.
Insert the
negative ()
side first.
3. Close the rear cover.
Close securely (a click should be heard).
The batteries included with the player have been
provided to allow you to check product operation
and may not last long. We recommend using
alkaline batteries that have a longer life.
WARNING
Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or
other excessively hot place, such as inside a car
or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak,
overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce
the life or performance of batteries.
Caution
Do not use any batteries other than the ones
specified. Also, do not use a new battery together
with an old one.
When loading the batteries into the remote control,
set them in the proper direction, as indicated by
the polarity marks (and ).
Do not heat batteries, disassemble them, or throw
them into flames or water.
Batteries may have different voltages, even if they
look similar. Do not use different kinds of batteries
together.
To prevent leakage of battery fluid, remove the
batteries if you do not plan to use the remote
control for a long period of time (1 month or more).
If the fluid should leak, wipe it carefully off the
inside of the case, then insert new batteries. If a
battery should leak and the fluid should get on your
skin, flush it off with large quantities of water.
When disposing of used batteries, please comply
with governmental regulations or environmental
public institution·s rules that apply in your country
area.
When inserting the batteries, make sure not to
damage the springs on the battery·s (²) terminals.
This can cause batteries to leak or overheat.
Software update
Product information on this player is provided
on the Pioneer website. Check this website for
update and service information on your Blu-ray
disc player.
IN Europe:
http://www.pioneer.eu/
IN U.K.:
http://www.pioneer.eu/
http://www.pioneer.co.uk/
IN Russia:
http://www.pioneer.eu/
http://www.pioneer-rus.ru/
IN Hong Kong:
http://www.pioneerhongkong.com.hk/
IN Singapore:
http://www.pioneer.com.sg/rmwaredownload
IN Australia:
http://www.pioneer.com.au/
About operation of this player
from a mobile device (iPod,
iPhone, iPad etc.)
The player can be controlled from a mobile
device by installing the special application onto
the mobile device.
For details, see the product information on the
Pioneer website.
This special application may be changed or
discontinued without notice.

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Types of discs/les that can be played
Playable discs
Discs with the logo marks below indicated on the disc label, package or Macket can be played.
Caution
Only the discs that have been finalized can be played.
Disc type Logo
Application format
BDMV BDAV DVD-
Video DVD VR CD-DA DTS-CD
DATA-
DISC1
BD2
BD-ROM 
BD-R 
BD-RE 
DVD
DVD-ROM 
DVD-R2,3,4 67
DVD-RW3,7 67
DVD+R2,3 
DVD+RW3
CD
CD-DA
(Audio CD)8
CD-R3
CD-RW3
CD-ROM 
1. Discs on which video, image or audio files are recorded. This player does not support multisession discs or multiborder
recording.
2 Including dual-layered discs.
3. Finalize them before playing them on this player.
4 DVD-R for Authoring discs (3.95 and 4.7 GB) cannot be played.
5. Including the AVCHD format.
6. Including the AVCREC format.
7. Version 1.0 DVD-RW discs cannot be played.
8. Including Video CDs.

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"Blu-ray Disc", "Blu-ray" and "Blu-ray Disc" logo
are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo
Licensing Corporation.
Discs that cannot be played
HD DVDs
DVD-RAM discs
It is possible that some discs other than the
ones listed above may not be playable either.
Note
Some discs cannot be played, even if one of the
logo marks on the previous page is indicated.
To play 8 cm discs, set the disc in the 8 cm disc
depression in the center of the disc tray. No
adapter is necessary. 8 cm BD-ROMs cannot be
played.
About playback of unauthorized
copies
Cinavia Notice
This product uses Cinavia technology to
limit the use of unauthorized copies of some
commercially-produced film and videos and
their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an
unauthorized copy is detected, a message will
be displayed and playback or copying will be
interrupted.
More information about Cinavia technology
is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer
Information Center at http:www.cinavia.com. To
request additional information about Cinavia by
mail, send a postcard with your mailing address
to: Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O.
Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.
Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation.
Cinavia™ is a Verance Corporation trademark.
Protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677 and worldwide
patents issued and pending under license from
Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.
About copyright protection
Copyright protection technology is used for
some Blu-ray DiscsTM, DVDs and contents
played over the Internet or other networks.
Copyright protection technology restricts
playback and analog output. Due to updates in
copyright protection provisions, the restrictions
may differ depending on the date this product
was purchased. Furthermore, the restrictions
may be updated when the software is updated
after purchase.
About audio formats
The following audio formats are supported on
this player:
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS Digital Surround
MPEG audio (AAC)
Linear PCM
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 &
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued &
pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD and
the Symbol together are registered trademarks &
DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential is a trademark
of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS,
Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Playing BDs
BDs (BDMV) compatible with the formats
below can be played.
²Blu-ray Disc Read-Only (ROM) Format
Version 2
²Blu-ray Disc Recordable (R) Format
Version 2
²Blu-ray Disc Rewritable (RE) Format
Version 3
This player supports BD-ROM Profile 5.
"Blu-ray 3D" and "Blu-ray 3D" logo are
trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
BONUSVIEW functions such as playback
of secondary video (Picture-in-Picture) and
secondary audio can be used. The data
used with the BONUSVIEW functions (the
secondary video (Picture-in-Picture) and
secondary audio data) may be stored in the
storage. For details on secondary video and
secondary audio playback, refer to the disc·s
instructions.

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1"BONUSVIEW" is trademark of Blu-ray Disc
Association.
BD-LIVE functions such as downloading
movie trailers or additional audio and
subtitle languages and playing on-line
games can be enMoyed over the Internet. The
data downloaded with the BD-LIVE function
(trailers, etc.) is stored in the storage. Refer
to the disc·s instructions for details about
BD-LIVE functions.
"BD-LIVE" logo is trademark of Blu-ray Disc
Association.
With BD-ROMs, it is possible to use
BD--(-ava) applications to create highly
interactive titles, for example including
games.
Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of
Oracle and/or its affiliates. Other names may
be trademarks of their respective owners.
BDs (BDAV) compatible with the formats
below can be played.
²Blu-ray Disc Recordable (R) Format
Version 1
²Blu-ray Disc Rewritable (RE) Format
Version 2
Playing DVDs
This label indicates playback compatibility with
DVD-RW discs recorded in VR format (Video
Recording format). However, for discs recorded
with a record-only-once encrypted program,
playback can only be achieved using a CPRM
compatible device.
The AVCHD is a high definition (HD) digital
video camera recorder format recording high-
definition onto certain media by using highly
efficient codec technologies.
"AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
About region numbers
Blu-ray Disc Player and BD-ROM or DVD-Video
discs are assigned region numbers according
to the region in which they are sold.
This player·s region numbers are:
BD-ROM:
²Europe, Australia and New =ealand
models: B
²Russia models: C
²Others: A
DVD-Video:
²Europe models: 2
²Australia and New =ealand models: 4
²Russia models: 5
²Others: 3
Discs not including these numbers cannot be
played. Discs playable on this player are as
shown below.
BDs:
²Europe, Australia and New =ealand
models: B (including B) and ALL
²Russia models: C (including C) and ALL
²Others: A (including A) and ALL
DVDs:
²U.K. models: 2 (including 2) and ALL
²Australia and New =ealand models: 4
(including 4) and ALL
²Russia models: 5 (including 5) and ALL
²Others: 3 (including 3) and ALL

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Playing CDs
Regarding copy protected CDs: This player
is designed to conform to the specifications
of the Audio CD format. This player does not
support the playback or function of discs that
do not conform to these specifications.
DualDisc playback
A DualDisc is a two-sided disc, one side of
which contains DVD content - video, audio,
etc. - while the other side contains non-DVD
content such as digital audio material.
The DVD side of a DualDisc can be played on
this player.
The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not
compatible with this player.
It is possible that when loading or eMecting
a DualDisc, the opposite side to that being
played will be scratched. Scratched discs may
not be playable.
For more detailed information on the DualDisc
specification, please refer to the disc
manufacturer or disc retailer.
Playing discs created on computers or
BD/DVD recorders
It may not be possible to play discs recorded
using a computer due to the application
settings or computer·s environment settings.
Record discs in a format playable on this
player. For details, contact the dealer.
It may not be possible to play discs
recorded using a computer or a BDDVD
recorder, if burn quality is not good due to
characteristics of the disc, scratches, dirt on
the disc, dirt on the recorder·s lens, etc.
About video, audio, and image files
and folders
Audio and image files can be played on this
player when the folders on the disc or USB
device are created as described below.
Example of folder structure:
*
*
*
*
Root
001.jpg/001.mp3
xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3
01 Folder
XX Folder
Folder
001.jpg/001.mp3
xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3
001.jpg/001.mp3
xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3
001.jpg/001.mp3
xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3
The number of folders and files within a
single folder (including the root directory) is
limited to a maximum of 256. Also, keep the
number of folder layers to a maximum of 5.
Note
The file and folder names displayed on this player
may differ from those displayed on a computer.

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Playable les
Video, image and audio files recorded on
DVDs, CDs or USB devices can be played.
Supported video file formats
Real RMVB
Real RMVB logo is a trademark or a registered
trademark of RealNetworks, Inc.
DivX Plus HD
Div;Certified®to play Div;®and Div;PlusTM
HD (H.264MKV) video up to 1080p HD
including premium content.
ABOUT DIV;VIDEO: Div;®is a digital video
format created by Div;, LLC, a subsidiary
of Rovi Corporation. This is an official Div;
Certified®device that plays Div;video. Visit
divx.com for more information and software
tools to convert your files into Div;videos.
ABOUT DIV;VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This Div;
Certified®device must be registered in order
to play purchased Div;Video-on-Demand
(VOD) movies. To obtain your registration
code, locate the Div;VOD section in your
device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for
more information on how to complete your
registration.
DivX®, DivX Certified®, DivX PlusTM HD and
associated logos are trademarks of Rovi
Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used
under license.
Note
This Div;®Certified device must be registered
in order to play Div;Video-on-Demand (VOD)
content. First generate the Div;VOD registration
code for your device and submit it during the
registration process. Important: Div;VOD content
is protected by a Div;DRM (Digital Rights
Management) system that restricts playback to
registered Div;Certified devices. If you try to play
Div;VOD content not authorized for your device,
the message Authorization Error will be displayed
and your content will not be played. Learn more at
www.divx.comvod.
²This player·s Div;VOD registration code can
be checked at HOME MENU AInitial Setup A
Playback ADivX® VOD DRM ARegistration
Code (page 69).
²The number of views is restricted for some
Div;VOD files. When such files are played on
this player, the remaining number of views is
displayed. Files for which the remaining number
of views has reached 0 cannot be played (This
DivX rental has expired is displayed). Files for
which the number of views is not restricted
can be played as many times as you like (the
remaining number of views is not displayed).

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Table of Playable Files
Playable files
(Extensions)
Playable media
File specifications
BD-R/RE/-R DL/
RE DL/-R LTH,
DVD-R/RW/-R DL/
+R/+RW/+R DL,
CD-R/RW
USB devices1Network
MP3
(.mp3) 
Sampling frequencies: Up to 48 kHz
Bit rate: Up to 320 kbps
Audio type: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3
WMA2
(.wma) 
Sampling frequencies: Up to 48 kHz
Bit rate: Up to 192 kbps
Audio type: WMA version 9
AAC3
(.m4a) 
Sampling frequencies: Up to 96 kHz
Bit rate: Up to 192 kbps
Audio type: MPEG4-AAC
WAV
(.wav) 
Sampling frequencies: Up to 192 kHz
Quantization bitrate: 16 bit, 24 bit
Channel: 2ch
FLAC
(.flac) 
Sampling frequencies: Up to 192 kHz
Quantization bitrate: 16 bit, 24 bit
Channel: Multi channel
Monkey·s Audio
(.ape) 
Sampling frequencies: Up to 192 kHz
Quantization bitrate: 16 bit
Channel: 2ch
-PEG
(.Mpg.Mpeg) 
Maximum resolution: 4 000 x 3 000 pixels
MPO
(.mpo) 
3D photo image
PNG
(.png) 
Maximum resolution: 2 048 x 1 024 pixel
Animated PNG files are not supported.
GIF
(.gif) 
Maximum resolution: 2 048 x 1 024 pixel
Animated GIF files are not supported.
Rotate is not supported.
Div;
(.avi.divx.mkv) 
Supported versions: Through Div;®PLUS HD
Maximum resolution:
Up to 1 920 x 1 080 (Div;®PLUS HD)
Up to 1 280 x 720 (MKV)
MP4
(.mp4) 
Maximum resolution: Up to 1 920 x 1 080
Video: MPEG4, MPEG-4 AVC (level 4.1)
Audio: AAC, MP3
WMV
(.wmv) 
Maximum resolution: Up to 1 280 x 720
Video: WMV9, WMV9AP (VC-1)
Audio: WMA
AVI
(.avi) 
Maximum resolution: Up to 1 920 x 1 080
Video: MPEG4
Audio: MP3, AAC

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Playable files
(Extensions)
Playable media
File specifications
BD-R/RE/-R DL/
RE DL/-R LTH,
DVD-R/RW/-R DL/
+R/+RW/+R DL,
CD-R/RW
USB devices1Network
3GP
(.3gp) 
Video: H.263, MPEG4, H.264
Audio: MPEG-4 AAC
FLV
(.flv) 
Video: Sorenson H.263 (FLV1), VP6 (FLV4),
H.264
Audio: MP3, AAC
RMVB
(.rm.rmvb) 
Maximum resolution: Up to 1 280 x 720
Video: RealVideo®
Audio: RealAudio®, AAC
1. This unit supports FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file systems.
2. WMA Pro, Lossless and Voice are not supported.
3. Apple lossless encoding is not supported.
Note
Depending on the file structure, server capacity and network environment, it may not be possible to play
certain files, even for files indicated on the table of playable files above.
When using wireless LAN, depending on the environment (radiowave interference) during sendingreceiving
of a large volume of data such as HD quality image files and WAVFLAC 192 kHz24 bit high quality audio files,
images and sound may be interrupted during playback.
Files protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played (not including Div;VOD files).
AVCHD contents cannot be played via LAN.

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Trademarks and licenses
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing, LLC in the United States and other
countries.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued 
pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, DTS-HD and
the Symbol together are registered trademarks
DTS-HD Master Audio _Essential is a
trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes
software. DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED®
are trademarks, service marks, or certification
marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification
mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
(MCS-838MCS-636MCS-434 only)
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wi-Fi Direct,
WPA, WPA2 are marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
(MCS-838MCS-636MCS-434 only)
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a
mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
(MCS-838MCS-434MCS-FS232 only)
´x.v.Colourµ, and are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
<ouTubeis a trademark of Google Inc.
PicasaWeb Albums is a trademark of Google
Inc.
This product includes technology owned by
Microsoft Corporation and cannot be used or
distributed without a license from Microsoft
Licensing, Inc.
This item incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights of Rovi
Corporation.
Reverse engineering and disassembly are
prohibited.
Do not connect the unit through a VCR. Video
signals fed through VCRs may be affected by
copyright protection systems and the picture
will be distorted on the television.

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USB works with iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4,
iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPad (4th generation),
iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2, iPad mini, iPad,
iPod touch (1st through 5th generation) and
iPod nano (2nd through 7th generation).
´Made for iPod,µ´Made for iPhone,µand ´Made
for iPadµmean that an electronic accessory
has been designed to connect specifically
to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and
has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards. Apple is not
responsible for the operation of this device
or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards. Please note that the use of this
accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect
wireless performance.
Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod nano, and iPod
touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
(MCS-838MCS-636MCS-434 only)
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Remote control
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
1(STANDBY/ON): Press to turn the power on
and off.
FUNCTION: Changes the input source or
function.
When switching while viewing the display window
on the player
1. The input source switches every time the
FUNCTION is pressed.
2. Select the desired input source and press
ENTER.
When switching while viewing the TV monitor
1. Press
FUNCTION to display the [Source Menu].
2. The input source switches every time the
FUNCTION is pressed. <ou can also use the
cursor /to switch the input source.
3. Select the desired input source and press
ENTER.
The Source Menu screen can also be displayed
by [HOME MENU] A[Source Menu] and
pressing ENTER.
The FUNCTION button switches the input source
for the [Source Menu]. Select Home Media Gallery
to playback disc. (page 42)
$OPEN/CLOSE: Opens and closes the disc
tray.
2
TV Control Buttons: See page 40.
KARAOKE: Press to display the Karaoke
Settings screen.
KEY/ECHO:Switch between Key Control and
Echo adMustment modes (See page 64).
RESOLUTION: Sets the output resolution for
HDMI (See page 68).
NET CONTENTS: Enhances the picture quality
of network video contents.
YouTube: Display the <ouTube screen (See
page 59).
MIC VOLUME: AdMust mic volume.
DIMMER: Dims the light on the unit.
SLEEP: Sets a certain period of time after which
the unit will switch to off.
EXIT: See page 59.

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3
HOME MEDIA GALLERY: See page 51.
VIRTUAL 3D SOUND: Switch VIRTUAL 3D
SOUND effects (See page 66).
VOL +/– : AdMusts speaker volume.
DISPLAY: Displays or exits On- Screen Display.
CD/SACD: See page 46.
'USB REC: Records an audio.
SOUND: Switches to Sound settings (See page
66).
MUTE: Mute the unit.
4
TOP MENU: Press to display the top menu of
the BD-ROM or DVD-Video.
POPUP MENU/MENU: Press to display the BD-
ROM or DVD-Video menus.
/ / / (up/ down/ left/ right): Used to navigate
on-screen displays.
ENTER: Acknowledges menu selection.
HOME MENU: Displays or exits the [Home
Menu].
RETURN: Press to return to the previous
screen.
5
REPLAY: Press to Mump back 10 seconds when
REPLAY is pressed during playback.
TOOLS: See page 49.
CONTINUED: Use to continue playback from a
specified position.
SKIP SEARCH: Press to skip 30 seconds ahead
when SKIP SEARCH is pressed during
playback.
+/-//, 0/./,:See page 43.
PLAY ( ): Starts playback.
REV/FWD ()*): See page 43.
PAUSE (!): Pauses playback.
STOP (#): Stops playback or recording.
6
0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered
options in a menu or inputs letters in the
keypad menu.
AUDIO: See page 46.
SUBTITLE: See page 46.
ANGLE: See page 45.
7
CLEAR: Press to clear the numeric number, etc.
REPEAT: See page 44.
A-B: See page 43.
Color buttons: Use these to navigate BD-ROM
menus.
PROGRAM: Registers FM radio stations.
BOOKMARK: Create a BOOKMARK (See page
45).
ZOOM : Will zoom in or zoom out.
INDEX: Slideshow playback (See page 45).

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Front panel
1
a
97 8
243
6
5 5
1Disc tray
2Operation buttons
$(OPEN/CLOSE)
FUNCTION
Changes the input source or function.
When switching while viewing the display
window using the button on the front panel
1. The input source switches every time the
FUNCTION is pressed.
2. Select the desired input source and press
"(PLAY/PAUSE).
The FUNCTION button switches the input
source for the [Source Menu]. Select Home
Media Gallery to playback disc. (page 42)
BASS BOOST
Turn BASS BOOST ON or OFF.
"(PLAY/PAUSE)
#(STOP)
1
(STANDBY/ON)
Switches the unit ON or OFF.
Note
If the power does not turn OFF, pressing the
1(STANDBY/ON) button for more than 5 seconds
reboots the unit and the operation becomes
possible.
3Display Window
4Remote control sensor
Point the remote control to this, then
operate it within approximately 7 m. The
player may have trouble capturing remote
control signals if there is a fluorescent light
nearby. If this happens, move the player
away from the fluorescent light.
5Front input indicator
Lit at the following times.
When a front USB is connected and
recognized by the unit.
When Portable IN is selected.
When the unit settings Karaoke Switch
is ON.
6MIC 1, MIC 2
7PORTABLE IN
8USB Port
Connect a USB device, iPodiPhone
iPad. (MCS-838MCS-636MCS-434)
Connect a USB device. (MCS-737MCS-
535MCS-333)
Caution
The USB port on the front of the unit cannot be
used for recording. Please connect to the USB
port on the rear of the unit.
9Volume control
aRing indicator
Lit when Bass Boost is turned ON.
Flashes when switching Bass Boost.
The illustration is for
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123 56 a4897
1AC IN
Plug into the power source.
2SPEAKERS connectors
3Cooling Fan
4Antenna Connector
5AUX IN (L/R)
6USB Port
Caution
The USB port on the rear of the unit does not
support iPodiPhoneiPad. Please connect these
devices to the USB port on the front of the unit.
7LAN port
8HDMI IN 1/2/3/4
9HDMI OUT
aOPTICAL IN