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1. P 4U9Vvovc Bawa Exit Settings Off DTS Factory Setting Notes e If you have made digital audio connections to component s not equipped to decode the DTS digital bitstream be sure to select Off If a DTS signal is output to an AV component without decoding capabilities the output is digital noise that could potentially cause damage to your speakers The digital output of DTS CDs is not affected even when Off is selected If the digital signal of a DTS CD is output to an AV component without decoding capabilities the output is digital noise that could potentially cause damage to your speakers 96 kHz PCM Out This player is capable of outputting digital signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz If you have made connections to a component capable of processing this signal rate select 96 kHZ for the signal to be output as is As some components are incapable of processing digital signal input with sampling rates of 96 kHz selecting 96 kHz 48 kHz compresses the signal to a standard signal with a sampling rate of 48 kHz Audio Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off E arise Rel all96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out 96kHz ED 49Vvovc Bama exit THAM Td HL dN ONLLLAS Settings 96 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz Factory Setting MPEG Out This player is capable of outputting the M PEG digital bitstream When the player is connected to an AV
2. EIE 45 A4UVvovc Not all menu options can be changed while a disc is playing In these cases the options appear grayed out on the screen and cannot be adjusted To change these settings press STOP m first before pressing SETUP Operating the menu after pressing STOP m may cancel the resume function Some menu options are not immediately effective if set while a disc is playing To make these settings effective stop playback and then start again or change the settings while the disc is stopped continued 19 20 Y Use the cursor buttons a v to select a new setting and press ENTER to set the new setting in memory Press RETURN or the cursor button to exit the options without making any changes 8 Press RETURN or the cursor button lt to go back to the main menu bar to select another menu 9 Press SETUP to close the Setup screen The Setup screen closes How to interpret the setting indicator colors in the Setup screen menus When setting up the system or when making adjustments it is convenient to know what settings are applicable to the different disc formats When the settings appear for each menu option the currently selected setting appears with the setting indicator highlighted in one of three colors blue green or yellow These colors correspond to what formats the menu option effects as shown in the table below Gem Alcompetibieformats Note If a setting
3. 1 Press PROGRAM 2 Press a number button to add a new title chapter or track at the end of the program 3 Press PROGRAM to exit the program screen To delete a program 1 Press PROGRAM 2 Select the program with the cursor buttons lt gt then press CLEAR 3 Press PROGRAM to exit the program screen Notes The complete program will be deleted even if the disc tray is open Pressing CLEAR when the disc is stopped will clear all programs To make a program of your favorite parts of a disc as it plays DVD Video CD CD With this player it is possible to make a program as you watch a DVD or Video CD or while listening to a CD Press and hold PROGRAM for at least 2 seconds at any point during playback of a title chapter or track you want to program and it will be made into or added to a program without displaying a Program screen When a title chapter or track is successfully added to the program it is Shown momentarily in the display as well as its position in the program Chapter 07 Program 03 To confirm the contents of a program Press PROGRAM Notes When using this function to program DVDs the program being created corresponds to the Program screen chapter or title that appears when PROGRAM is pressed Be sure to check that the appropriate program type is selected You cannot make a program containing chapters in different titles To save a program in memory DVD This player c
4. An explanation of each type of audio and video connection available can be found on the following pages To determine the best audio and video connection setup for your system refer to the manuals supplied with the components you are making connections to In addition to making physical connections to your TV or monitor it is also necessary to assign the TV screen size in the Setup screen Video menu corresponding to whether you are using a wide screen or standard size TV or monitor page 22 Notes e When making connections to this unit or when changing connections check that the unit is in standby by pressing STANDBY ON and unplug the power cord from the power outlet The analog video output on this player uses copy protect circuitry to prevent the video playback on DVDs from being copied If you connect the player to a TV via a VCR or record and play back the contents of a disc with a VCR the playback picture may not be normal U S and Canadian models Finally connect to a power utlet 120 V CLE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DIGTALOUT Fe a ee OPT i VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT CONTROL TV SYSTEM VIDEO IN 1 OUT PAL SELECT HoA Video cord Included TV or monitor AUDIO OUT i Audio cord Y Included Besides U S and Canadian models Finally EN E connect to a power outlet 110 127 V 220 240 V Make video co
5. Spanish Subtitle Off Other P AF Move Efe Setting w Subtitle Language English French Spanish Other SNOLLdO DVNONV I HULL ONLLLAS Factory setting Notes The menu settings may look different from the one shown above e If this function is not effective the languages that can be selected may also be selected in the DVD menu Press MENU to open the DVD menu and make your selection accordingly 3l 32 Setting Auto Language to control subtitle and audio language based on program content When the Auto Language function is used foreign movies are shown with the original audio soundtrack and subtitles in the language selected in the Subtitle Language menu option Domestic films are shown with the original audio soundtrack and no subtitles Make changes to the Auto Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu Audiot 2 Video Language General OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language Spanish Auto Language ifey Off Pb 49 voc Settings On Off Factory setting Note The Auto Language function operates only when this function is set to On and the language set for the Audio Language and Subtitle Language settings is the same Selecting subtitles assist subtitles or no subtitles Use this function to turn the subtitles on or off Additionally some DVDs provide assist subtitles that provide additional explanations of scenes in addition to
6. component that has a built in M PEG decoder select the MPEG setting Otherwise select MPEG PCM to convert the digital signal to the PCM signal the digital signal output from a CD Audio1 Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz 48kHz MPEG MPEG PCM Ene Settings MPEG MPEG gt PCM Factory Setting 21 22 Setting the TV Screen Size The width to height ratio of conventional TVs is 4 3 while the width to height ratio of wide screen and high definition TVs is 16 9 This width to height ratio is called the aspect ratio When viewing software recorded in different aspect ratios the image s height to width ratio can be switched to match the TV or monitor being used Make changes to the TV screen size in the TV Screen setting in the Setup screen Video menu aE 4 3 Letter Box Picture Quality 4 3 Pan amp Scan 16 9 Wide EE P5 4U9Vvoc Settings 4 3 Letter Box 4 3 Pan amp Scan 16 9 Wide Factory Setting Notes Whether the aspect can be switched or not depends on the disc Please refer to the information written on the disc jacket etc e Some discs may not include the screen format selected in the TV screen setting When this occurs the standard TV screen format available on the disc is automatically selected Differences in screen sizes and DVD formats The nu
7. the standard subtitles for viewers who are hard of hearing Select Assist Subtitle to display these subtitles on DVDs where this function is offered M ake changes to the Subtitle Display setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language Spanish Auto Language On DVD Language On Subtitle Display o i Subtitle Off Assist Subtitle _ P4Uvoc Exento Eme Settings On Off Assist Subtitle Factory setting Notes e If there is no subtitle information recorded on the DVD no subtitles are displayed even if this function is setto On This setting serves as a default as whether or not to display subtitles Even if this option is set to Off subtitles can be displayed by pressing SUBTITLE Similarly if this option is set to On the subtitles can be turned off by pressing SUBTITLE and then CLEAR Forcing subtitles to be displayed This setting allows you to force subtitles to be displayed with DVDs that do not automatically display them on the screen Select With Audio to display the subtitles in the same language as the currently selected audio language Select Selected Subtitle to display the subtitles in the language set in the Subtitle Language setting Make changes to the Subtitles Off setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 OSD L
8. 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 PIONEER DVD players For more information on discs compatible with this player refer to the table below Types of playable Diameter discs and their marks Playable sides Playback time DVD VIDEO DVD VIDEO Digital audio Digital video MPEG 2 133 min 242 min 12 cm 5in single sided 12 cm 5in double sided DVD VIDEO 266 min 484 min Digital audio Digital video MPEG 2 8 cm 3 in single sided 4 min 75 min 82 min 150 min 8 cm 3 in double sided VIDEO CD VIDEO CD Digital audio Digital video MPEG 1 Max 74 minutes 12 cm 5 in single sided VIDEO CD single Digital audio Digital video MPEG 1 Max 20 minutes 8 cm 3 in single sided CD 12 cm 5 in single sided Digital audio Max 74 minutes UIS DIGITAL AUDIO CD single Digital audio 8 cm 3 in single sided Max 20 minutes The disc format logos shown above are found on disc labels or on disc jackets To prevent malfunction do not use an 8 cm 3 in adaptor for CDs Discs other than the ones indicated above cannot be played on this unit DVDs that have incompatible region numbers DVD Audio DVD ROM and CD ROM cannot be played on this unit The region number of the player can be found on
9. Hold control adjust it until the picture stops rolling On some TVs the picture may shrink vertically leaving black bands at the top and bottom of the screen This is not a malfunction it is caused by the NTSC gt PAL conversion System Control Connections Using a commercially available cord with a mini plug 3 5 mm dia with no resistance to connect this player s CONTROL IN jack to the CONTROL OUT jack of another PIONEER component bearing the Eg mark you can control the player as though it were a component in a system system control f you connect for system control you cannot operate the player directly Point the remote control unit at the component AV amplifier etc connected to the CONTROL OUT jack to operate When controlling as a system be sure to make a connection to the amplifier using an audio or video cord even when using only digital components For details refer to the operation manuals of the connected components Pioneer component with Eg mark nae ol id IN Setting Up the Player Using the Setup Screen Menus The procedure on this page describes how to operate the menus on the Setup screen These menus are used to set and adjust a number of system settings The various functions that can be adjusted are covered throughout this manual The procedure on this page provides a basic outline for using the Setup screen menus When se
10. WHEN NOT USING THE UNIT Depending on the strength of the TV or radio broadcast signal having the TV or radio on while power to the unit is on may result in stripes on the TV screen or noise However this is not a malfunction of this unit or the TV or radio In such a case switch the power of the unit to standby 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 fumiture 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 in such a way 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 Language Code List Language codes are used when setting the audio and subtitle language preferences See page 30 Language i German de 0405 Geek ed 052 Afr J aa 001 Abkhazian ab 002 Afrikaans af 01060 Amehaic am 0HM3 Arabic WEN 0118 Assamese as O0H9 Aymara a O5 Bashkir ba 001 Byelorussian be 005 Bulgarian bg 007 Bislama bi 009 Tibetan bo 05 Breto
11. a 10 Display Window eeeeeeee 11 Rear Palle ETT TT T 12 Remote Control ninas 13 Making Connections 15 Connecting Your DVD Player 15 Audio Connections oooccccccccnoccncnnccnnnanonnncnnnnos 16 Video Connections eeeeeeeeeenee 17 System Control Connections 18 Setting Up the Player 19 Using the Setup Screen Menus 19 Changing the Setup Screen M enu Mode 20 Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Components 21 Setting the TV Screen Size 22 Adjusting the OSD On Screen Display 23 Getting Started Using Your DVD PAV OL aiios dini ar eva ond n Dn or a 24 Playing DVDs Video CDs and CDs 24 Chapter Track Skip Forward Skip Back 26 Forward and Reverse Scanning 26 Stopping Playback and Switching POWOFOTL armada 27 Setting the Language Options 28 Selecting a Subtitle Language Multi Language Subtitles 28 Changing the Audio Language Multi Language Function 29 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus 30 Advanced Functions 33 Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack 33 Selectin
12. aU Vvovc Exit Settings English French Spanish Other For details on how to select other languages see When Other is selected on the following page Factory setting Note The menu settings may be different from those shown above Selecting a subtitle language preference The subtitle language that you will normally display can be selected from the subtitles programmed on a disc Even when the subtitle language is changed during playback by pressing SUBTITLE the language selected at this setting will be selected when the disc is changed M ake changes to the Subtitle Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu Language OSD Language English Audio Language English India Ern En English Auto Language French Spanish Other P 4UVvovc EN Settings English French Spanish Other For details on how to select other languages see When Other is selected on the following page Factory setting Note The menu settings may be different from those shown above When Other is selected When you want to select one of the 136 languages as the main audio language follow the steps below when the following screen appears A language code list can be found on page 51 Language OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language French Auto Language ISpanish A Move Ese Ei 1 2 3 l Use the cursor buttons to
13. an AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital AC 3 DTS or MPEG decoder Use a fiber optic cable not supplied to connect the digital optical output on the player to the digital optical input on an AV amplifier or receiver AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital AC 3 DTS or MPEG decoder DIGITAL OUT OPT DIGITAL OUT Coaxial The digital signal is transmitted electronically through a coaxial cable e Use to connect to an AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG decoder e Use a coaxial cable not supplied to connect the coaxial digital output on the player to the coaxial digital input on an AV amplifier or receiver AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG decoder DV 525 DIGITAL OUT Analog Audio Connection AUDIO OUT Make analog audio connections to a stereo amplifier or receiver Analog audio connections can also be made to a TV or monitor with stereo input jacks Use the supplied audio cable to connect the AUDIO OUT on the player to the audio input on the stereo amplifier or receiver When making analog audio connections be sure to match the color of the plugs with the color of the jacks red and white Stereo amplifier or receiver TV or monitor Video Connections This player features S video composite
14. applicable only to DVDs is changed while a Video CD or CD is loaded a blue DVD icon appears in the upper right hand comer of the screen to indicate that the setting is not applicable to the currently loaded disc The setting will be effective the next time a DVD is loaded Changing to the Setup Screen Expert Menu Mode The Setup screen menus are divided into two levels Basic and Expert to make this unit more convenient to operate for different levels of users The Basic menu mode contains functions that may be considered necessary for the basic operations of this player The Expert menu mode adds to the Basic menu mode additional functions of the player that can be adjusted to further personalize performance of the player Though it doesn t require an expert to use the Expert menu mode selecting the Basic menu mode may make setting up easier to do In this manual functions that are contained in the Expert menu mode are identified by the icon M ake changes to the Setup M enu M ode setting in the Setup screen General menu General EIU CHR I Expert Parental Lock Basic P 4a 9vovc Settings Expert Basic Factory setting Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Components ovo This player is capable of digital audio output for Dolby Digital DTS MPEG and signals with a sampling rate of 96 kHZ Make settings in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu to reflect
15. by frame and STEP lt 1 to back up a few frames at a time page 34 24 CLEAR button Works in conjunction with a number of player functions Use to cancel repeat and random playback and to edit programs pages 37 38 and 39 05 RANDOM button Press to play chapters tracks in random order page 38 26 CONDITION MEMORY button You can store in memory the settings for up to 15 DVDs Press CONDITION MEMORY during DVD playback to memorize the settings page 45 07 LAST MEMORY button You can resume DVD or Video CD playback from the point you last watched even if the disc is removed from the player Press LAST MEMORY during playback to set a Last M emory point When you want to resume playback of that disc press LAST MEMORY in the stop mode and playback starts from the memorized point Last M emory locations can be stored for up to 5 DVDs or 4 DVDs and 1 Video CD page 44 Making Connections Connecting Your DVD Player Unlike any other audiovisual media format DVD offers a wide array of audio and video output options which allows playback to be enjoyed in any number of system configurations from a standard TV with stereo audio input to a home theater system with a projection monitor and full surround sound capabilities Connection Guide The illustration on this page shows the basic setup using the audio and video cords included with this player Use this illustration as a guide to setting up your home System
16. it were a component in a system Player operations are then performed by pointing the remote control at the component that the player is connect to page 18 3 TV SYSTEM switch Use to change the TV signal mode to either PAL or NTSC according to the type of TV and disc to be used When the switch is in the AUTO position the player outputs the format on the disc as is page 18 The TV SYSTEM switch is not present on U S and Canadian models 4 VIDEO OUT SELECT switch Use to set which output is used to output the video signals Select either video S video or component video signal output depending on the connections you make page 17 5 VIDEO OUT jack Connect to the video input on a TV or monitor or AV amplifier or receiver with video input capability When using this output be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position pages 15 and 17 AUDIO OUT R L 6 S VIDEO OUT jack If your TV or monitor has an S video input clear picture reproduction is possible by connecting the player to your TV or monitor via the S Video jack When using this output be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position page 17 7 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks If your projection monitor projector or similar component has component video inputs you can produce a higher quality picture on your projection monitor or projector by connecting to the component video outputs on this unit When using these jacks be sure
17. playback at the memorized point Last Memory mode may not function for some DVDs If you register more than five DVDs details of the latest disc are memorized while details of the least recent disc the disc you registered first is erased Even with a disc you have memorized with Last M emory playback begins at the start of the disc if you press PLAY This function is for playback of DVDs only You cannot use it with Video CDs or CDs To clear the Last Memory location Call up the Last M emory location by pressing LAST MEMORY Then press CLEAR while Last Memory is still being displayed on the screen The LAST MEMO indicator disappears from the display M emorizing Settings for Often View ed DVDs Condition M emory ovo You can store in memory settings for DVDs you often watch Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the player or switch power to the player to standby If you load a disc that has its settings memorized COND MEM O appears in the display When you start playing the disc the memorized settings are automatically recalled CONDITION MEMORY Press CONDITION MEMORY during playback Settings are memorized for the disc currently playing The following seven settings are memorized TV Screen page 22 OSD Position page 23 Multi Language subtitles page 28 Multi language page 29 Picture Quality page 33 Multi Angle page 36 Parental Lock Level page 42 Whe
18. screen Language menu OSD Language setting TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field On Screen Display Ifeyn OSD Position 1 Off Angle Indicator On Audiot 2 Video Language General MELENA English Audio Language Francais Subtitle Language Espafiol Auto Language On P 49Vvoc Ene Settings On Off P 9 oe Bama exit Factory Setting Settings English Francais Espanol Factory Setting Notes The languages that can be selected may be different from those shown above e The OSD Language setting is factory set to English If you want English to be displayed it is not necessary to adjust this setting Setting the position of the on screen display When watching conventional software on a wide screen TV the operation display is at the very top of the screen and may be difficult to see When this occurs selecting Wide changes the position of the display and lets you see operation indicators clearly even on a wide screen TV Otherwise select Normal Make changes in the OSD Position in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 Video TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field On Screen Display On e B ext al Wide Angle Indicator l Normal P A Pove Bama Exit Settings Wide Normal Factory Setting THAM Id HL dN ONLLL
19. system information page 11 3 Remote sensor Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the player page 9 4 4 open close button Press to open and close the disc tray pages 24 and 27 5 m stop button Press to stop playback Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it stopped Pressing twice causes the disc to retum to the beginning of the disc if playback Starts again page 27 6 1 pause button Press during playback to pause Press again to resume playback page 34 7 gt play button Press to start or resume playback pages 24 and 27 gt gt gt gt forward button Press to advance to chapters tracks Press and hold to perform fast forward scanning page 26 9 Haa e reverse button Press to go back to previous chapters tracks Press and hold to perform reverse playback scanning page 26 Disc tray When loading a disc place discs in the disc tray with the label side facing up pages 24 and 27 Display Window Gut ANGLE Lasr MEMO CONDITION DOLBY TITLE CHP TRK REMAIN TOTAL DIGITAL NA M M M INA M M N NA 1 TITLE indicator Indicates a title number is being displayed 2 96 kHz indicator Indicates play of a disc outputting an audio signal with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz 3 GUI indicator Indicates an on screen menu operation is being performed page 19 4 CHP TRK indicat
20. the battery compartment cover toward the center of the remote pull out in the direction indicated by the arrow 2 Insert batteries M ake sure to match the plus and minus polarity guides on the batteries with the marks inside the battery compartment W Notes Do not mix old and new batteries When replacing batteries use all new batteries When not using the remote control for a long period of time over 1 month remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery corrosion If battery leakage occurs wipe the battery liquid from the battery component then insert new batteries Remote control operation When operating the remote control point it at the remote sensor fq located on the player s front panel The remote control can be used up to 23 feet 7 m from the player and within a 30 angle on each side of the sensor Notes Exposing the remote sensor to direct sunlight or strong light may cause faulty operation e If the CONTROL IN jack on the player s rear panel is connected to the CONTROL OUT jack of another component point the remote control at the other component to operate the player Operation will not be possible when pointed at this player page 18 NISI 3403589 10 Names and Functions Front Panel Pioneer DVD PLAYER DV 525 1 Y STANDBY ON switch Press to switch the player on or to put in standby pages 24 and 27 2 Display window Displays
21. the capabilities of the components that you have made digital connections to Note If you have made only stereo line connections analog using the supplied audio cord it is not necessary to make any changes in this menu Dolby Digital Out This player is capable of outputting the Dolby Digital surround sound audio signal When the player is connected to an AV component that has a built in Dolby Digital decoder select Dolby Digital This player can also convert the Dolby Digital signal to a digital Linear PCM signal the same digital signal output from a CD Select Dolby Digital PCM when you have made connections to an amplifier or receiver with a Dolby Pro Logic decoder or a Digital Analog Converter DAC Audio1 DTS Out I Dolby Digital PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM P AF Move EN Exit Settings Dolby Digital Dolby Digital gt PCM Factory setting DTS Out This player is capable of outputting DTS digital audio for DVDs recorded in DTS When this player is connected to an AV component that has a built in DTS decoder select DTS If your system is not equipped to decode DTS select Off Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your audio components if you are unsure about compatibility with DTS Audiot Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital NETA Off 96kHz PCM Out DTS MPEG Out MPEG PCM
22. will be eliminated during a paused picture Frame Select to obtain higher picture quality Auto Selects field or frame automatically according to the disc Factory setting Viewing slow playback Press and hold STEP i1 during playback Slow playback is engaged During slow playback the speed of playback can be adjusted from 1 2 normal playback speed to 1 16 normal playback speed in four steps using STEP 1l and II 411 1 16 1 8 1 4 1 2 ll Press and hold STEP lt 1 during DVD playback Slow playback in the reverse direction is engaged e Inthe reverse direction the playback speed cannot be adjusted To retum to normal playback When viewing still frames or slow playback pressing PLAY restores normal playback operation Frame by frame advance playback Viewing one frame at a time l Press PAUSE 11 2 Press STEP ll or II STEP 11 gt The picture advances one frame each time the button is pressed STEP 11 The picture backs up a DVD a few frames each time the button is pressed To retum to normal playback When viewing frame by frame playback pressing PLAY restores normal playback operation Notes There is no sound when viewing still frames or slow playback or when advancing one frame at a time e Still frame slow play or frame advance playback may not be possible with certain title
23. AS Getting Started Using Your DVD Player Playing DVDs Video CDs and CDS pvp video CD CD Before you can start to enjoy the digital audio and video on DVDs be sure that you have made the necessary settings in the Setup screen menus outlined in the previous section to correspond to your home system Having made these settings you are now ready to start using the player to enjoy DVDs Video CDs and CDs l Press y b STANDBY ON on the front panel 2 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 4 on the front panel The disc tray comes out 3 Load a disc Load a disc with the label side facing up using the disc tray guide to align the disc 4 Press PLAY gt on the front panel The disc tray closes and playback begins Depending on the disc a menu may be displayed If a menu is displayed proceed to step 5 5 Select the item you want to view When a DVD is loaded Select the item with the cursor buttons lt gt a v or the number buttons then press ENTER e When a Video CD is loaded Use the number buttons to select the item Notes Noise is output if you make digital audio connections to a receiver or amplifier that does not have a built in decoder Check that the digital audio output format selected in the Audio 1 menu corresponds to the audio components you have made connections to page 21 The TV screen size is factory set to present the wide screen format 16 9 aspect r
24. During audio output 200 mVms 1 kHz 20 dB Number of channels ccoocooconccccononcncnnncnononaronencnnononnns 2 A E RCA jacks Digital audio characteristics Frequency response 4 Hz to 44 kHz DVD fs 96 kHz SINTAMOS cod b ren o e D OE PR CN RN 115 dB Dynamic AA RPM MM 102 dB Total harmonic distortion seees 0 00296 Wow and flutter Limit of measurement 0 001 W PEAK or lower Digital output Optical digital output Optical digital jack Coaxial digital output ccccccccccccccccncncncncinicacos RCA jack Other terminals CONTROLIN diaria M inijack 3 5 e Accessories Remote Control UMC nri etas d react dica 1 AA R6P dry cell batteries eee 2 Audio CONG PER E EU LII 1 VIGO Cord A into ere estote idoli d esu etes 1 Power cord except for U S and Canadian models 1 Operating Instructions cccccccncncncnnnnnnnononononononononononos 1 Note The specifications and design of this product are subject to change without notice due to improvement NOLIWIARIOANT TWHNOLLKKIV 57 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 Elect
25. E M 5 TOP MENU button ell o a l CJ LAST CONDITION Sl c MEMORY ES Hie ji gt 6 PREVIOUS r NEXT gt gt During playback press PREVIOUS lt lt to go back to a previous chapter track and NEXT to advance to the next chapter track page 26 Pioneer 7 REV lt lt FWD fast reverse forward buttons During playback of DVD and Video CD press FWD to perform fast forward scanning Press REV lt lt to perform fast reverse scanning of DVD and Video CD When a CD is loaded audio scanning is performed page 26 PAUSE 11 button Press to pause playback of a disc Press again to resume playback page 34 9 STOP m button Press to stop playback Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it was stopped Pressing twice causes the disc to return to the beginning of the disc when playback starts again page 27 Number buttons 1 9 0 10 Use to perform direct title and chapter track searches and to input numerical values pages 25 35 and 39 SNOLLON H ANV SIINVN 10 PROGRAM button You can program titles chapters or tracks to play back in a desired order Programs can be a maximum of 24 steps Additionally DVD programs for up to 24 discs can be stored in the player s memory for future use page 39 12 SEARCH MODE button Press to perform a title chapter track or elapsed time search page 35 13
26. MENU to display the DVD menu screen and then make your selection Changing Audio Type video CD CD For enjoyment of karaoke or similar format Video CDs and CDs it is possible to select stereo audio or either right or left channel mono depending on the requirements of the source Audio 1 L i Audio 2 R i Audio Stereo Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to switch the audio type Audio output changes from 1 L Left channel to 2 R Right channel to Stereo Note With karaoke and other discs set the appropriate audio type for singing and accompaniment after referring to information on the disc jacket or accompanying material SNOLLdO DVNONV I SH ONLLLAS 29 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus The Setup screen Language menu contains a number of settings related to the audio and subtitle language preferences Selecting an audio language preference The audio language that you normally listen to can be selected from the various audio languages on a DVD Even when the audio language is changed during playback by pressing AUDIO the language selected at this setting will be selected as the default when the DVD is changed Make changes to the Audio Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu Audiot 2 Video Language General OSD Language English _ Audio Language MAYE Subtitle Language French Auto Language I Spanish Other 4D
27. Pioneer DVD PLAYER DV 525 Operating Instructions CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF THIS FINE PIONEER PRODUCT Pioneer is on the leading edge of DVD research for consumer products and this unit incorporates the latest technological developments We are sure you will be fully satisfied with the DVD player Thank you for your support WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE IMPORTANT NOTICE For U S and Canadian models The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area This is for your security CAUTION This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions use shielded cables and connectors for connections 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 inter
28. REPEAT button Press once to repeat playback of current chapter track Press twice to repeat playback of current title page 37 A B button Press at the beginning and end of the section you want to repeat or to mark a location you want to return to page 37 5 OPEN CLOSE A button Press to open or close the disc tray pages 24 and 27 SUBTITLE button Press repeatedly to select one of the subtitle languages programmed on a DVD or to tum the subtitles off page 28 17 ANGLE button Some DVDs are recorded with various camera angle playback options Press ANGLE repeatedly to display different camera angles page 36 DISPLAY button Press during playback to display statistical disc information Press repeatedly to display different information page 46 RETURN A button Use to go one menu back current settings are maintained Use RETURN when you do not want to change the option setting in a menu pages 19 25 and 42 20 Cursor buttons A v Use to move through the options on menu screens and to change settings pages 19 25 39 and 42 21 ENTER button Use to implement settings selected with the cursor buttons or to set items highlighted in a menu pages 19 and 25 22 PLAY gt button Press to start disc playback pages 24 and 27 03 STEP lt 11 11 gt buttons Press STEP 11 during playback to view slow playback In pause mode press STEP 11 to advance DVDs and Video CDs frame
29. Screen 16 9 Wide eee Cinema Still Picture Animation On Screen Display Standard OSD Position Normal Angle Indicator On P a Move Bama Exit SNOLLON QH CHONWACGV SSNS DOVNONV 1 3HL ONLLLAS Settings Cinema Provides a sharp clear black picture for images with high contrast Animation Provides images with bright clear colors Standard Presents the video with no effect added Factory setting 33 Still Frame Slow Play Frame Advance Playback pvowideo co The video images on DVD and Video CD can be viewed as a still frame played back at slow speeds and even advanced frame by frame Viewing a still frame Press PAUSE II When viewing a DVD if the paused picture shakes select the Field setting in the Setup screen Video menu Still Picture setting as described in the section below To retum to normal playback When viewing a still frame playback pressing PAUSE II or PLAY restores normal playback operation Selecting the type of paused image to display This function lets you view a clear still image when DVD playback is paused Make changes in the Still Picture setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 Video TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard SSO Ficid On Screen Display Frame OSD Position Auto Angle Indicator On P5 A9 Voc EE Settings Field Picture shake
30. T USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE ATTENTION POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT SAUF SI LES LAM ES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT 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 This player is not suitable for commercial use IMPORTANT Thelightningflash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric shock to persons 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 The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance Servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructio
31. Table Of Contents information is data other than audio signal data recorded at the beginning of a disc As the name implies it s like the list of contents in a book with information such as the number of songs and playback time Specifications General System DVD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Power requirements U S and Canadian models AC 120 V 60 Hz Other model AC 110 127 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Power consumption U S and Canadian models 13W Other models seriada dadas 13 W Power consumption in standby mode U S and Canadian models 0 7 W Other Mode Sar ai ate 0 9W ME GIODE 2 52a sepatu Do Cb cv UN Gh E 2 8 kg 6 Ib 3 oz Dimensions 420 W x 285 D x 104 H mm 16 9 W x 11 D x 4 H in Not including protruding cables etc Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C 36 F to 96 F Operating humidity 596 to 8596 no condensation S Video output Y luminance Output level 1 Vp p 75 Q C color Output level 286 mVp p 75 Q VACK in a N aeons S VIDEO jack Video output OQUEDUE IGVel cheer cad 1 Vp p 75 Q FaK t RCA jack Component video output Y Ps Pr Output level ccccccccccccccocccnonononononos Y 1 0 Vp p 75 Q Ps Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 Q lle cm E EE RCA jacks Audio output Output level
32. an memorize the programs on up to 24 DVDs By tuming the Program Memory to On the player will save your program and recall it the next time you use the same DVD When the program memory exceeds 24 programs will be erased in chronological order from the oldest program in memory l Use the cursor button v to highlight Program Memory and use the cursor button to select On Program Chapter Program Title Current Title 7 Chapter 1 Title 1 Chapter 1 49 EA On otf Given Exit 2 Press ENTER The program is saved in memory Note When a DVD with a program stored in memory is loaded program playback may start automatically To erase a program saved in memory DVD The player erases programs in chronological order when the maximum number of programs that can be held in memory is exceeded To prevent the player from erasing older programs that you may still use regularly or when you don t want to use a program anymore it is possible to manually erase programs stored in memory l Load a DVD that has a program stored in memory 2 Press PROGRAM The program screen appears 3 Use the cursor button v to highlight Program Memory and use the cursor buttons w to select Off 4 Press ENTER The program is cleared from memory SNOLLON QOH 41 Setting the Parental Lock Level This player lets you set the Parental Lock if the DVD has a parental lock level recorded on it Wi
33. anguage English Audio Language English Subtitle Language Spanish Auto Language On DVD Language English Subtitle Display IWith Audio KI iie Selected Subtitle P4 Move Exit Settings With Audio Selected Subtitle Factory setting Advanced Functions This player is compatible with DVD Video CD and CD disc formats Users already familiar with Video CD or CD will already be familiar with some of the functions the player is capable of performing With DVD an even greater number of possibilities and functions are available In this section you ll be able to e Adjust the dynamic range of the audio soundtrack so that quiet sounds can be heard better this page e Adjust the picture quality to better match program content this page e Pause DVD or Video CD playback play at extremely slow speeds or view frame by frame page 34 e Search for titles chapters tracks or locations on a disc page 35 e Change the angle of playback when viewing DVDs with multi angle programming page 36 e Repeat an entire title chapter or track or just a specified part page 37 e Play DVD titles or chapters or Video CD CD tracks in random order page 38 e Program DVD titles or chapters or Video CD CD tracks to play back in a specified order page 39 e Set the parental lock level to prevent children from having access to inappropriate material page 42 e Continue watching a DVD from where you
34. at there is something wrong with this component check the points below Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to Carry out repair work The disc table comes back out automatically shortly after the disc table is closed The disc is dirty or warped Refer to Disc Care page 49 The disc is not placed properly on the disc table Use the disc table guide to align the disc page 24 Region number does not conform with this unit fthe region number on the disc does not match the number on the player the disc cannot be used page 56 There is condensation on the operating section of the player Allow time for condensation to evaporate If player is near an air conditioning unit you should move the player page 50 Playback is not possible The disc has been loaded upside down Check that the disc has been loaded with the label side facing up mark appears on screen The selected function does not operate for that disc Sy mark appears on screen The operation is prohibited by the player Picture playback stops and the operation buttons cannot be used Player malfunctions Stop disc playback press STOP m then start playback again New settings ma
35. atio If you have a standard TV screen 4 3 aspect ratio this setting can be changed to match your TV screen size in the Video menu page 22 When an operation is prohibited There are times when you are using the player and attempt to perform an operation but for some reason it cannot be performed When this occurs one of the two following icons appears on the screen S The operation is prohibited by the player The operation is prohibited by the programming on the disc When a menu screen is displayed Menu screens are displayed for DVDs that have menu screens or Video CDs that include Playback Control PBC DVDs often contain extra information that can be accessed in the DVD menu and sometimes makes navigating DVD menu screens as enjoyable as watching the feature presentation 2 c9 CJ EE um TOP MENU 714575 z RETURN 2 a GOB Cursor buttons PREVIOUS ES amp l ST NEXT sl qox p STOP m y eS m m alo B O O Number buttons m m mm OOO Example When a DVD that has menu screens is loaded TITLE MENU i POP 2 JAZZ 3 COUNTRY 4 R amp B 5 CLASSICAL Example When a Video CD that has Playback Control is loaded POP JAZZ COUNTRY R amp B CLASSICAL To open or retum to the DVD or Video CD menu screen Although this differs depending on the disc pressing MENU TOP MENU or RETURN during DVD playback or RETURN during Video CD playback dis
36. ay into the terminal Do not use cords with a length of over 3 m f moisture or dust has collected on the plug wipe it with a soft cloth before connecting NOLIWIARIOANT TVNOLLICKCIVV 15 cm 6 in dia or more 49 For Proper and Long Use of This Unit DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK During playback the disc rotates at high speed Do NOT lift or move the unit during playback Doing so may damage the disc WHEN MOVING THE UNIT When changing places of installation or packing the unit for moving be sure to remove the disc and retum the disc table to its original position in the player Then press OSTANDBY ON and switch the power to standby Check that the OFF indication on the display goes off then disconnect the power cord M oving this unit with the disc loaded may result in damage to this unit INSTALLATION Select a stable place to the side of a TV set or stereo system to be connected to the unit When using the unit with a stereo system install the speakers a little bit away from the TV Do NOT install the unit on top of a TV or color monitor Install the unit away from equipment that may be affected by magnetism such as a cassette deck Do NOT place objects on top of the unit AVOID INSTALLING IN A PLACE THAT IS Exposed to direct sunlight Exposed to humidity or where ventilation is poor Extremely hot or cold Exposed to vibration Exposed to dust Exposed t
37. bled 5 10 20 19 2 38 22 57 Play 5 20 19 Track 2 38 4 40 Play 5 20 19 Track 2 02 4 40 y Display off Disc information Top Row current track number total number of tracks total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row remaining time of Video CD total time of Video CD Track information Top Row current track number total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row track time total time of track Track information Top Row current track number total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row remaining time of track total time of track Press DISPLAY during while a disc is stopped to display DVD title and chapter information or Video CD and CD track information Press DISPLAY again to tum the display off Information about the titles and chapters or tracks on a disc is displayed When the information exceeds the space on the screen use the cursor buttons to move to other screens DVD Information DVD Title hapter Title Chapter p 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 mnm CD and Video CD Information Compact Disc Total Time Track Time 01 3 32 02 2 58 mmi DVD information When a DVD is loaded each title and the number of chapters within each title is displayed CD and Video CD information When a CD or Video CD is loaded the total time of the disc and the time of each track on the disc is displayed 47 Changing the Background Color of the Scr
38. connected Check that all connection plugs are firmly inserted The connection plug or terminal is dirty Check that the plugs and terminals are wiped clean of dirt etc Audio cable connection is wrong gt Check to make sure that the audio cables are connected correctly page 16 Connection is made to the stereo amplifier s PHONO input terminal Change connection to any input terminal except PHONO The pause mode is engaged Press PLAY or PAUSE II to exit the pause mode Stereo amplifier operation is incorrect Check input CD AUX etc selector to determine if itis selected for DVD playback The DVD or CD is recorded in DTS audio DTS audio is only output from the digital output jacks Connect the digital output on the player to the digital input on a receiver or amplifier with a built in DTS decoder to hear DTS audio Noticeable difference in DVD and CD volume DVDs and CDs use different recording methods This is not a malfunction Caution Static electricity or other extemal influence may cause malfunctioning of this unit In this case unplugging the power cord and then re plugging it in will usually reset the unit for proper operation If this does not correct the problem please consult your nearest PIONEER service center Terms Aspect ratio Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV screens The ratio of a standard TV is 4 3 while the ratio of a hig
39. d by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by M acrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by M acrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by M acrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Differences in Disc Composition DVD DVDs are divided into units referred to as titles and titles are divided into chapters A DVD which contains a movie may have only one title with many or no chapter divisions Karaoke DVDs may have many titles assigning a title to each song on the disc Menu screens do not belong to any title DVD player functions generally apply to titles on a disc or chapters within a selected title The player functions available may also vary from title to title depending on the disc When discs have a unique title division it Should be noted that search and program functions may be affected Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Title 1 3 1 2 Video CD CD Video CDs and CDs are divided into units referred to as tracks Video CD tracks may also be referred to as scenes One song generally corresponds to one track Some tracks are further divided into units referred to as indexes Video CDs with PBC Playback Control also contain menus recorded on the disc which enable easy access to the co
40. de in the Setup screen menus while a disc is playing are ineffective Some settings can be changed while a disc is playing but are not effective This is not a malfunction Make the same setting when the player is stopped Stop disc playback press STOP m then start playback again When playback is resumed the new settings should be in effect Please note that making settings in the Setup screen menus may cancel the resume function Settings are canceled When the power is tumed off by power failure or by unplugging the power cord settings will be canceled Before unplugging the power cord press STANDBY ON and check that OFF disappears in the display No picture The rear panel s VIDEO OUT SELECT switch setting is not correct Check that the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch is set to the correct position for the monitor connection you are using page 17 Connection is incorrect Check that cord connections are correct and that plugs are firmly connected Operation settings of TV or AV amplifier is not appropriate Be sure that your TV receiver or amplifier is set up to view DVD playback The screen is stretched or aspect does not change The multi aspect setting is not appropriate Change the aspect setting in the TV Screen setting in the Setup screen Video menu to the screen type most appropriate to the TV or monitor you are using page 22 Picture disturbance during playback
41. e a disc is playing Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change the information being displayed The disc information is displayed superimposed over the V video image on the screen Play 1 1 1 32 Tr Rate IMAN 8 9 Note Depending on the format and type of disc being used not all screens may be displayed y Display off The display changes for each type of disc as follows each time the button is pressed TITLE information Top Row title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row remaining time in title total time of title CHAPTER information Top Row title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row time in current chapter total time of chapter CHAPTER information Top Row title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row remaining time in current chapter total time of chapter Data transmission rate information Top Row title and chapter number total elapsed time of DVD Bottom Row bitstream transmission rate level CD Play 1 0 03 Track 3 29 3 32 1 2 0 15 6 15 6 32 y Display off Track Information Top Row current track number track time Bottom Row remaining time of current track and total time of track Disc information Top Row current track number total number of tracks on CD total elapsed time of CD Bottom Row remaining time of CD total time of CD Video CD with PBC disa
42. ed Only chapters within the same title can be programmed during chapter programming 39 Programming Video CDs CDs A program with a maximum of 24 steps can be memorized l Press PROGRAM The program screen appears When a Video CD or CD is loaded the cursor appears in the program window Program Track Current Track 1 10 Total Time Move EE Play Cm Exit 2 Use the number buttons to enter the numbers of the tracks in the order you want to program them in e To program tracks 9 7 and 18 in order press 9 7 10 and 8 To edit the program refer to the procedures on this page 3 Press ENTER Playback starts in the specified track order To stop the program play press STOP m Notes To program a pause or to add or delete a number refer to the procedures for programming DVDs on page 39 You cannot program when playing a Video CD using menu selections during PBC Additional programming options DVD Video CD CD After you have made a program it is then possible to confirm add or clear the contents of the program To confirm the contents of a program On a CD or Video CD track program press PROGRAM to confirm The program screen displays the current program On a DVD select the program type title or chapter with the cursor buttons lt gt The current DVD title or chapter program can then be confirmed on the appropriate program screen To add to a program
43. een You can select a blue or black background to appear when the player is in the stop mode Make changes to the Background Color setting in the Setup screen General menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 General Setup Menu Mode Expert Parental Lock Level 8 ECC Re DTI Black Blue CDA Move Settings Black Blue Factory setting Resetting the Player to System Settings To reset the player press and hold m stop on the front panel when pressing STANDBY ON to tum the unit from standby to on All program memory saved settings from functions such as Last Memory and Condition Memory are cleared and all Setup screen menus are retumed to factory settings Additional Information Disc Care HOW TO HOLD DISCS When loading or removing discs try not to touch their playing surfaces 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 es Do not wipe in a circular Gently wipe from the direction Concentric inside toward the outer scratches in the disc groove edge tend to cause noise Discs must not be cleaned with record cleaning sprays or static prevention sprays etc Also do not use volatile liquids such as benzine or thinner etc LENS CLEANER The player s picku
44. el Change CEE E E G G G Level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby AC 3 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished Works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved DTS and DTS Digital are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc This mark indicates this may not be possible with certain discs Wide range of DVD viewing options Multiple Languages page 29 You can select the language on when watching movies or other media that have multiple language and or audio soundtracks recorded on them Dolby Digital 5 1CH 1 English Audio 2 Spanish Multi Language Subtitles page 28 You can select a subtitle language or tum subtitles off when watching movies or other media with subtitles available Subtitle 1 English Subtitle 2 Spanish Multi Angle page 36 You can view scenes from different camera angles when watching movies or other media with multiple angle playback available er i Heerser ain comm EEE r le e xThis mark indicates this may not be possible with certain discs Energy saving design This unit is designed to use minimal electricity when this player is in standby mode Regarding the amount of power consumed in standby mode refer to Specifications on page 57 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protecte
45. en surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overtum VA um VENTILATION Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protectitfrom overheating andthese openings mustnot be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This 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 product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company LOCATION The appliance should be installed in a stable location NONUSE PERIODS The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged fromthe outlet when left unused for a long period of time GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION e f this product is equipped with a polarized altemating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other it will fit into the 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 pola
46. epeat Repeat play of a title Press REPEAT twice during playback of the title you want to repeat With DVDs the title continues playing until the end and then playback starts once more from the beginning of that title With CDs and Video CDs a disc is considered a single title so the entire disc is repeated To repeat a program Press REPEAT once during program playback to repeat the program To cancel repeat play Press CLEAR Playback continues but the repeat function is canceled Repeat play of a specified section Press A B at the beginning and end of the section you want to repeat When A B is pressed a second time the disc retums to the location where A B was pressed first and plays the selected section repeatedly You can only perform A B repeat within the same title chapter or track To cancel A B repeat play Press CLEAR Playback continues but the repeat function is canceled Retum to a specified location on a disc 1 Press A B at the desired location 2 When you want to return to the specified location press PLAY To clear the specified location Press CLEAR to cancel repeat play or to clear the specified location that was set using A B Notes With some DVD discs there may be times when repeat playback is not possible In these cases the amp mark will appear on the screen With Video CDs repeat play is not possible when the menu is displayed PBC playback To per
47. ference 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 controls 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 modele Canadien Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS POWER IN THE STANDBY POSITION For Canadian model CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NO
48. form repeat play start playback without displaying a menu by pressing the track number to be repeated when the disc is stopped and then press REPEAT SNOLLON CH CHONWVACINV 37 Random Play ovovideo coco Play titles chapters or tracks on a disc in random order _ RANDOM Random playback of chapters within one title pvp Press RANDOM once then press ENTER Random Chapter appears on the screen and chapters within the title will be played back in random order Random playback of titles Press RANDOM twice then press ENTER Random Title appears on the screen and titles will be played back in random order Random playback of tracks Video CD CD Press RANDOM Random appears on the screen and random playback begins To change titles chapters or tracks during random play Press NEXT and the next randomly selected track starts playing Press PREVIOUS lt lt and playback of the current track starts again from the beginning To stop random play Press CLEAR This returns you to normal playback of chapters tracks in order from the chapter track currently playing Notes With Video CDs random play is not possible during playback when the menu is displayed PBC playback To perform random play start playback without displaying a menu by pressing a track number button while in the stop mode and then press RANDOM Random play of programmed chapters tracks
49. g Picture Quality Appropriate for Program Content eeeeee 33 Still Frame Slow Play Frame Advance Playback 34 Searching for a Title Chapter Track or Location on a Disc eeeeess 35 Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle MUANGIE Jesse ete occa aveo 36 Repeat Play acia PUR FREUE HERE 37 Random Plays esee ec teneat 38 Playback in a Desired Order Program Play eere 39 Setting the Parental Lock Level 42 Continuing Playback from a Specified Location Last Memory 44 M emorizing Settings for Often Viewed DVDs Condition M emory 45 Viewing Disc Information 46 Changing the Background Color Ol CNG SCION ies P a EM EE 48 Resetting the Player to System Settings 48 Additional Information 49 DIST CA iiM 49 For Proper and Long Use of This Unit 50 Language Code List ccccssssssssseeseeeeeeeeeeens 51 TFOUDICSNOOUIAG ioo ris ee aec Gens 53 TEM Sida 55 SPCCMICALIONS ol a 57 Before Using Checking Accessories Please confirm that the following were received with the player Audio cord Video cord E Power cord except for U S and Canadian models Operating instructions this manual Preparing the Remote Control Inserting batteries into the remote control 1 while pushing the tab on
50. h definition or wide TV is 16 9 The latter allows you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective Chapter number Chapter numbers are the numbers assigned to sections of atitle on the disc similar to chapters in a book If the disc includes chapter numbers you can locate the section you want very quickly using search and other functions Component color difference video output The color signal of the TV is divided into the luminance Y signal and the color Pg and Pr signals and then output In this way mutual interference of each signal is avoided On a TV with component input jacks these Signals are synthesized to produce the picture Condition memory Condition refers to the various mode settings etc On this player various conditions such as those set during playback can be memorized This function allows you to play back the same disc at any time without having to redo your preferred settings Digital bitstream The bitstream does not refer to the audio signal but rather to the digital data that once converted becomes the audio signal The player outputs digital bitstreams via the digital optical or digital coaxial output If the bitstream cannot be decoded by the connected AV amplifier etc digital noise is produced Digital bitstream formats compatible with different entertainment systems can be selected in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu Digital output Coaxial Output of the digital audio signal is t
51. is not possible n the case of DVDs random playback may not be possible with some discs Repeat playback of random playback is not possible In these cases the Q mark will appear on the screen Playback in a Desired Order Program Play ovovideo coco The titles and chapters within a title on a DVD and Similarly the tracks on a Video CD or CD can be arranged to play in the order you want Programming DVDs A program with a maximum of 24 steps can be memorized l Press PROGRAM The Program screen appears Program Chapter Program Title Program Chapter Program Title Current Title 7 Chapter 1 Current Title 2 20 1 Chapter 1 18 Program Memory Off Program Memory Off BD Uvove BEuulPlay exit 4 WMove ElEdPlay uy Exit 2 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to select either Chapter or Title program 3 Oncethe program type is selected Use the cursor button W to enter the program window When Program Chapter is selected you must also select what title the chapters to be programmed are in Use the cursor button A to highlight Title and then use the number buttons to enter the title number to be used 4 inthe program window use the number buttons to enter the numbers of the titles or chapters in the order you want to program them in To program DVD titles chapters 9 7 and 18 in order press 9 7 10 and 8 Program Chapter Program Tit
52. is released When the desired location has been reached press PLAY Stoppi ng Playbac k and l Press STOP m m on the front panel Switching Pow er Off Playback stops DVD Video CD CD 2 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 4 on the front panel The disc tray comes out 3 Remove the disc dT ile NJ i 6 0 8 ac T i 4 Press 0 STANDBY ON on the front panel The disc tray goes back in 3 0000 00000 U 000 Resuming playback from where you stopped DVD Video CD With this player it is possible to resume play of a DVD even when play has been stopped Press STOP m once to enable play to resume from a point shortly before the DVD was stopped when PLAY is pressed again e Pressing STOP m twice to causes the disc to retum to the beginning when PLAY is pressed again 3 2 e When STOP m is pressed RESUME appears in the display for as long as resume playback is possible If the function is canceled RESUM E disappears and the disc format appears in the display THAM Id C C OODA ONISN CHAHVIS SNILL Note A 1 Resume play is only possible when the disc is loaded and STOP m has not be pressed twice in succession RESUM E appears in the display If you want to continue viewing a DVD at a later time or date it is recommended to use the Last Memory function described on page 44 27 28 Setting the Language Options DVDs have the capacity to contai
53. le Current Title 7 Chapter 1 Title 1 Chapter 1 18 Current Title 2 20 09 07 18 Program Memory Off Program Memory Off ayov Ed WE 4 4Uwvove ElEdPlay GON Exit 5 Press ENTER Playback starts in the set order Press PROGRAM to retum to the previous display The program will not begin until PLAY is pressed To program a pause in a program Press PAUSE II instead of a number button W appears on the screen and the pause can be programmed A pause cannot be programmed as the first or last position in a program and two or more pauses cannot be programmed in succession To delete a number Use the cursor buttons A w to highlight the incorrect number and then press CLEAR The number is deleted If the number was before another number the later numbers are reordered automatically To insert a number Use the cursor buttons 4 w to highlight the number to be placed after the new number and then press the number button s of the number to be inserted The new number is inserted before the previously selected number SNOLLON OH CHONWV ACN To stop program play Press STOP m Notes When programming chapters chapters not programmed may appear on the screen This is not a malfunction Programming may not be possible with certain DVD discs On these types of discs the Sy mark will appear on the screen when programming is attempt
54. left off using the Last Memory function page 44 e Save the system settings for up to 15 DVDs with the Condition Memory function page 45 View playing time and other disc information page 46 e Change the background color page 48 e Reset the system page 48 Note DVDs differ in content and do not all contain the same information Therefore some functions in this section may not Work or have no effect on some DVDs Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack pvo Audio DRC stands for Audio Dynamic Range Compression When Audio DRC is on soft sounds such as dialog can be heard more clearly without making loud sounds even louder Select from three levels of compression depending on how much effect you want When Audio DRC is set to Off there is no effect on the audio source Make changes to the Audio DRC setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu Settings Large maximum compression of audio source Medium moderate compression of audio source Small very little compression of audio source Off Factory setting Note Audio DRC is not effective with DTS audio sources Selecting Picture Quality Appropriate for Program Content DVD Video CD This lets you select the ideal picture quality for watching movies animation and other video media Make changes to the Picture Quality setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 Video TV
55. mber of screen size formats currently available can be somewhat confusing If set incorrectly the video presentation may not appear as it should The following diagrams and descriptions are intended to help you set your TV screen size in a way that will allow you to fully enjoy the digital video of DVD The settings in the TV Screen setting are perhaps most applicable when the DVD you are watching is programmed in the wide screen format If you have a standard TV select either 4 3 Letter Box or 4 3 Pan amp Scan based on your personal preference If you have a wide screen TV select Wide When viewing a wide screen TV or monitor DVD screen size format Setting and Appearance Wide screen format DVD Please note that there are some wide screen letter box formats that place black bars at the top and bottom of the screen This is not a malfunction Standard screen format DVD When viewing a standard screen format DVD on a wide screen TV black bars may be automatically placed at the side of the screen to adjust to the DVD format Wide setting Standard screen format DVD unnatural stretched effect If you are viewing a standard screen format DVD on a wide screen TV the picture may appear stretched on the screen To remedy this condition change your wide screen TV to display a standard 4 3 screen Refer to the instructions supplied with your wide screen TV or monitor for more information Wide setti
56. ming DVD time search playback may start from a slightly different time than that specified Time search is not possible during when the disc is stopped Search using time search is not possible during PBC playback of Video CDs To perform a direct title or chapter track search using the number buttons Press the number buttons while the disc is stopped to select a title number Press the number buttons while the disc is playing to select a chapter or track Note Direct search cannot be performed for title chapter or track numbers 20 or higher To search for titles chapters or tracks with numbers 20 or higher use the title or chapter track search procedures using SEARCH MODE as described on this page SNOLLON QOH 35 36 View ing from a Desired Camera Angle M ulti Angle DVD You can select a camera angle when viewing DVDs with the multi angle option ANGLE 2 4 4 CV N N eenee P E ANGLE Press ANGLE during playback The camera angle changes each time you press the button Notes You can use the Multi Angle function only with discs featuring recordings of images shot from different camera angles e During Multi Angle playback the ANGLE indicator in the display lights For some discs selection can be made using the DVD menu In this case press MENU to display the DVD menu screen and then make your selection To check whether or not a disc is recorded with angle
57. n b 008 Catalan MES 0301 Corsican co 0315 Danish da 2001 J Esperanto eo 0515 Pesan fa 0 Finnish fi 09 Fl 1 f 9000 JJ Faroese fo 9005 ish ga 071 Scots Gaelic gd 0704 Galician g 0 Language Croatian m EN 0818 unger Tu 9m Amen hy 19s Weis B Om perme he o res in ota snc L m 0919 Hebrea Ow 193 wem p 398 Gern 1 Hor Kazakh Kk 1111 Gee H Hz lum B 38 ection t ims Fait 3 360 Posh H i8 Quechua a Hn Rhaeto Romance rm 1813 continued 51 NOLIWIARIOANT TVNOLLICCIVV 52 Language Language ae Kirundi Romanian Kinyarwanda Sanskrit Sindhi Sangho Serbo Croatian Singhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho Sundanese Swedish Swahili Tamil Telugu Tajik Thai Urdu Uzbek Vietnamese Volapuk Wolof Xhosa Yoruba Zulu Input code 1814 1815 1823 1901 1904 1907 1908 1909 1911 1912 1913 1914 1915 1917 1918 1919 1920 1921 1922 1923 2001 2005 2007 2008 2009 2011 2012 2014 2015 2018 2019 2020 2023 2111 2118 2126 2209 2215 2315 2408 2515 2621 Troubleshooting Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions If you think th
58. n a disc that has memorized settings is loaded Condition M emory will appear on the screen and the previously memorized settings will be selected Erasing the recorded contents Load a disc that has memorized settings and press CLEAR while Condition Memory is being displayed The disc s recorded data will be erased Notes Settings are stored in memory for use any time You can store settings for up to 15 DVDs in memory If you memorize settings for more than 15 DVDs previously memorized settings are erased in chronological order from the least recently memorized Subsequently if you load a disc with erased settings the settings of the most recently played disc are used If you make changes to any of the settings memorized in Condition M emory press CONDITION MEMORY during playback to memorize new settings Switching of the multi language mode etc is automatic on some discs SNOLLON H CHONWVACN View ing Disc Information Use DISPLAY to get current information about the disc currently loaded You can get information about the titles and chapters on a DVD or tracks on a Video CD or CD DVD When viewing DVDs you can also check the digital bitstream transmission rate Play 21 0 24 Title 0 05 0 29 o D a DISPLAY i Is baal 1 1 19 19 2 18 Play 1 Chapter 1 E E G O O O C3 0D OU DODOO 0 BOO i Play 1 1 1 19 Chapter 0 59 2 18 Press DISPLAY during whil
59. n a great deal of audio Information which includes the ability to hold up to 8 different language tracks and subtitle information in as many as 32 different languages This section outlines the variety of audio language and subtitle options available with this player In this section you ll be able to Select one of the subtitle languages programmed on a DVD or tum the subtitles off using the remote control this page e Select one of the languages programmed on a DVD using the remote control page 29 e Change the audio output type when using Video CDs and CDs page 29 e Set preferences for audio and subtitle language page 30 e Set preferences for the language to be displayed by the DVD menu page 31 e Set Auto Language to display subtitles only for foreign films page 32 e Select whether to have the subtitles tumed on or off and even opt to select assist subtitles for viewers who are hard of hearing page 32 e Select to have subtitles forced to be displayed page 32 Note DVDs differ in content and do not all contain multiple language or subtitle information Therefore making settings in this section may have no effect on some DVDs Selecting a Subtitle Language M ulti Language Subtitles DVD You can select a desired subtitle language with DVDs that have subtitle data in multiple languages recorded on them Subtitle 1 English Subtitle 2 Spanish Press SUBTITLE repeatedly du
60. nections section Starting on page 15 shows how video and audio connections may be made to suit your home entertainment system Set up the necessary player menus Before you can begin to enjoy the benefits of the DVD format you should set up the player to output the video and audio information that corresponds to your system The section Setting Up the Player starting on page 19 explains how to use the Setup screen menus as well as how to make the necessary initial adjustments The Setup screen menus are used in a number of functions Leaming the procedure for operating the menus will make using this player much easier and more enjoyable Play a disc When all the connections and setups have been made you are ready to play a DVD Video CD or CD with the player The section Getting Started Using Your DVD Player starting on page 24 outlines the basic player operations Enjoy the many features available Once you are comfortable using the basic player functions you are ready to take advantage of the various options DVD and this player have to offer The section Advanced Functions starting on page 33 describes how to use the features available on many DVDs Table of Contents Before Using 8 Checking Accessories 8 Preparing the Remote Control 8 Names and Functions 10 ELonE Pabiels ossi
61. ng When viewing a standard size TV or monitor DVD screen size format Setting and Appearance Wide screen format DVD The Letter box presentation places black bars at the top and bottom portions of the screen to provide the full wide screen presentation of a movie on a standard TV 4 3 aspect ratio Wide screen format DVD The Pan amp Scan presentation crops both sides of the wide screen presentation to use the full standard TV screen Standard screen format DVD If you have a standard TV the standard screen format will be presented regardless of the setting Wide screen format DVD unnatural squeezed effect If you are viewing a wide screen format DVD on a standard TV and the TV Screen setting is set to Wide the picture may appear squeezed on the screen To remedy this condition select either Letter Box or Pan amp Scan Wide setting Adjusting the OSD On Screen Tuming the on screen display on Display or off irr If you would rather not have the operation indicators Play Stop Resume etc and other messages displayed Setting the on screen display on the screen it is possible to tum them off in the On OSD language Screen Display setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 This setting is used to establish the language that operation indicators and on screen messages and operations display Change this setting in the Setup Video
62. ng to the next chapter track Press NEXT gt gt gt gt on the front panel e Press to skip forward to the next chapter track When a CD is loaded you can advance more than one track forward by pressing and holding NEXT 1 and releasing when the desired track number appears in the display Skipping back to the previous chapter track Press PREVIOUS a lt lt q on the front panel Press once to skip back to the start of the chapter track currently playing Press twice to skip back to the start of the previous chapter track e When a CD is loaded you can skip back to the track you want to hear by pressing and holding PREVIOUS te and releasing when the desired track number appears in the display Fast forward scanning Press and hold FWD gt gt gt ei on the front panel during playback Release FWD when you reach the desired location Normal playback resumes When the Scan indicator on the screen changes from flashing to lit fast forward scanning will continue even if the button is released When the desired location has been reached press PLAY gt Fast reverse scanning Press and hold REV lt lt lt lt lt lt on the front panel during playback Release REV lt lt when you reach the desired location Normal playback resumes When the Scan indicator on the screen changes from flashing to lit fast reverse scanning will continue even if the button
63. nnections from the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV or monitor using the video cord included with the player Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position Make audio connections from the AUDIO OUT jacks on the player to the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV or monitor using the stereo audio cord included with the player Be sure to match the color of the plugs with the color of the jacks red and white 15 Audio Connections This player features two digital optical and coaxial and also analog audio output formats Digital Audio Connections You can enjoy the digital audio recorded on DVD discs from both optical digital and coaxial digital output jacks When making digital audio connections do not make connections from both the coaxial and optical digital outputs to the same component When a DVD recorded in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG is loaded noise will be output if you have made connections via the digital audio jacks to a receiver or amplifier that cannot decode a Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG digital bitstream In this case be sure to set the Dolby Digital and MPEG output setting to PCM and set DTS output to Off in the Audio 1 menu on the Setup screen Use the Audio 1 menu to select the type of digital output most appropriate for the system you are using page 21 DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT The digital signal is transmitted as light pulses through a fiber optic cable e Use to connect to
64. 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 Published by Pioneer Electronic Corporation Copyright 1999 Pioneer Electronic Corporation All rights reserved PIONEER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION 4 1 Meguro 1 Chome Meguro ku Tokyo 153 J apan PIONEER ELECTRONICS USA INC P O BOX 1540 Long Beach California 90801 1540 PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA INC 300 Allstate Parkway Markham Ontario L3R OP2 Canada PIONEER ELECTRONIC EUROPE N V Haven 1087 Keetberglaan 1 9120 Melsele Belgium TEL 03 570 05 11 PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD 178 184 Boundary Road Braeside Victoria 3195 Australia TEL 03 9586 6300 PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S A DE C V San Lorenzo Num 1009 3er piso Desp 302 Col Del Valle Mexico D F C P 03100 TEL 5 688 52 90 lt 99D00W FODOO Printed in J apan lt VRB1220 A gt
65. ns should be read before the product is operated RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference HEED WARNINGS All wamings onthe product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed CLEANING Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning The product should be cleaned only witha polishing cloth orasoft dry cloth Neverclean with furniture wax benzine insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet ATTACHMENTS Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like ACCESSORIES Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer CART A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and unev
66. ntents of the disc When played back on a DVD player both Video CDs and CDs are considered to be a single title regardless of the number of tracks Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 y S A Video CD Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 How to Proceed in This Manual DVD is an incredible format that presents the highest quality digital audio and video available today The amount of information that can be recorded onto a DVD disc is remarkable allowing it to offer numerous functions and features available with no other format Because using the DVD player and DVDs may be confusing at first following the order below should help you get through the important stages of getting set up so you can start using your player as soon as possible Get familiar with the player Refer to the section Before Using on page 8 to confirm that all the accessories were included with the player If you are new to DVD it might be beneficial for you to go through the Names and Functions section starting on page 10 to get familiar with the parts and buttons on the main unit and remote control as they will be referred to throughout this manual There is also a list of terms that can be found on page 54 if you are having trouble understanding some of the terminology associated with DVD Make the necessary connections No entertainment system seems to be set up exactly the same way The Making Con
67. o back to the General menu screen without making any changes press RETURN SNOLLON OH CHONWVACNV Continuing Playback from a Specified Location Last Memory ovovideo co The Last Memory function is convenient when you want to continue viewing a disc from the point where you were watching before Unlike the resume function the Last Memory function is effective even if the DVD is removed from the player Last Memory locations saved for Video CDs are effective only if the disc remains loaded in the player Memorizing a Last Memory location to retum to later Ec OH O 3 1 OOOO OOOO CJ C CJ CJ CO C9 C9 l Press LAST MEMORY during play The LAST MEMO indicator lights on the player 2 Press to tum the power to standby or stop playback with STOP m Once memorized the memorized point will be recalled even if the power is turned off or if the disc is ejected Points on up to 5 discs can be memorized and those points are recalled the next time any of the discs are played back e A Last Memory point can be memorized for only one Video CD at a time as the function is only effective until the Video CD is removed from the player Resuming playback from where LAST MEMORY was pressed l Load a disc that has a Last M emory point memorized Some DVDs will start playback automatically when loaded In this case press STOP m to stop playback 2 Press LAST MEMORY while in the stop mode The disc begins
68. o oily smoke steam or heat for example a kitchen DO NOT BLOCK VENTS Do NOT use the player on top of a long fibered carpet bed or sofa and do not cover it with a cloth etc This will prevent heat radiation and could result in damage AVOID HEAT Do NOT place the unit on equipment which generates heat such as an amplifier When installing the unit in a rack place it on the lowest shelf possible however not where it is exposed to dust and separated from the amplifier to avoid the heat generated by the amplifier or other audio equipment CAUTION WHEN PLACING THE UNIT IN A STEREO RACK WITH GLASS DOORS Be sure there is ample space between the unit and the glass doors when opening the disc table using the remote control If the disc table opens against strong resistance such as a closed glass door damage to the unit may result CONDENSATION Moisture may 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 the 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 Condensation may also form during the summer if the player is exposed to the breeze from an air conditioner In such cases change the location of the player SWITCH POWER TO STANDBY
69. oncemed about what type of media their children were able to watch Parental lock restrictions are restrictions incorporated into titles which include scenes that parents may not wish their children to view PCM PCM stands for Pulse Code Modulation and is digital audio The digital audio of CDs is PCM This player also has a function that converts Dolby Digital and MPEG digital bitstreams into PCM to enable you to listen to quality digital sound even without a special decoder Playback Control PBC This refers to signals recorded on a Video CD Version 2 0 enabling playback control You can use menus recorded on discs with PBC for easy interactive search for desired scenes and playback You can also enjoy viewing high resolution standard resolution still images Regional restriction codes region number Regional restriction codes are built in to DVD players and DVD discs for each sales region If the regional code of the DVD player does not match one of the regional codes of the DVD disc playback is not possible The region number can be found on the rear panel of the DVD player The illustration below shows the regions and corresponding region numbers Sampling Frequency When a sound wave is converted to a digital signal the sound is sampled and converted to data at a specific frequency rate For example a signal with a 96 kHz sampling rate indicates that in one second the analog signal was sampled 96000 times to
70. or Indicates a chapter or track number is being displayed 5 ANGLE indicator Indicates Multi Angle playback is in progress page 36 6 REMAIN indicator Indicates that the remaining playback time of a title or chapter track is being displayed VN IAN CN YN VIN EN YN NL ANE UN 7 LAST MEMO indicator Indicates the Last M emory location is recorded in memory for the currently loaded DVD or Video CD page 44 CONDITION indicator Indicates that Condition M emory settings are memorized for the currently loaded DVD page 45 9 DOLBY DIGITAL indicator Indicates Dolby Digital audio playback TOTAL indicator Indicates that the disc in the player is stopped and DISPLAY has been pressed page 47 1 Counter display Displays the playback mode type of disc title and chapter track numbers playback time etc SNOLLON H ANV SIINVN 11 12 Rear Panel r 1 CONTROL TV SYSTEM VIDEO IN PAL SELECT i 1 Jta 1 1 The TV SYSTEM switch and AC IN power cord connection terminal are not present on U S and Canadian models 1 DIGITAL OUT jacks coaxial optical OPT Use to output the digital audio signal recorded on discs You can output the digital signal via either coaxial or optical output jack to an AV amplifier or receiver page 16 2 CONTROL IN jack Use to connect this player to another component bearing the Pioneer E mark This lets you control this unit as though
71. or dark This is not a malfunction This player is compatible with M acro Vision System copy guard Some discs include a copy prevention signal and when this type of disc is played back stripes etc may appear on some sections of the picture depending on the TV When recorded on a VCR or passed through an AV selector there is disturbance in the playback picture This is not a malfunction Due to the player s copy protection circuits connection of this device through a VCR or an AV selector may prevent recording or cause picture problems Remote control operation is not possible The rear panel control input jack on the player is being used Point the remote control at the component that the player is connected to page 18 The remote control is too far from the player or the angle with the remote sensor is too wide Be sure to operate the remote from a location within its operating range page 9 NOLIWIARIOANT TVNOLLICKIVV The batteries are exhausted Replace the exhausted batteries with all new batteries page 8 53 Audio is not output or is distorted The Setup screen Audio 1 menu 96 kHz PCM Out setting is set to 96 kHz Digital output is prohibited on some discs Besure to make analog audio connections as well as digital connections pages 15 and 16 The disc is dirty Refer to Disc Care page 49 The connection plugs are not inserted fully into the terminals or are not
72. p lens should not become dirty in normal use but if for some reason it should malfunction due to soiling contact your nearest PIONEER authorized service center Lens cleaners are commercially available but special care should be exercised in their use since some may cause damage to the lens NEVER PLAY CRACKED OR WARPED DISCS The disc revolves in the player at high speed when it is played Never play a cracked scratched or warped disc This may damage the player or cause it to malfunction NEVER USE DISCS WITH SPECIAL SHAPES CD s with special shapes heart shaped CDs octagonal CDs etc cannot be played on this set Attempting to do so may damage the set Do not use NOS 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 e Store 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 Do not leave discs in locations such as the seat of a 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 Notes on using optical cables Do not route cords around sharp angles When storing wind the cords so that they have a diameter of at least 15 cm 6 in When connecting push all the w
73. plays the menu screen Refer to the DVD or Video CD disc jacket and accompanying documentation for more information To navigate a menu screen e Although individual DVD titles may differ when a menu screen is displayed use the cursor buttons lt gt A v and ENTER on the remote control The cursor buttons are used to move around the options on the screen and ENTER is used for selection Occasionally the number buttons may also be used to make selections If this is possible using number buttons serves to directly select an option on a menu screen Only number buttons are used to make selections on Video CD menu screens When the Video CD has more than one menu pages can be advanced to or returned to with PREVIOUS lt lt or NEXT To play Video CDs without displaying menu Screens Video CDs with Playback Control PBC display a menu screen when play is started It is possible however to play back Video CDs without displaying menu screens When a Video CD with PBC is loaded press STOP m and then the number button of the track you want to play TELAM Td C C OOA ONISN CHBVIS ON LLUIS 25 Chapter Track Skip Forw ard Skip Back pvowideo coco 0 JU Cj Jo C1 O CJ PREVIOUS lt lt j e NEXT C EIA Cv C ee ODOO ODOO ODOO CO C9 C9 OOOO Forward and Reverse Scanning DVD Video CD CD de e bP Pr 26 Advanci
74. produce the digital signal Subtitle Subtitles are language titles superimposed on movies or other media Up to 32 different subtitle languages can be recorded on a DVD disc The subtitle function can be used to select the language of your choice S video Connecting the S video output on the player to a TV or monitor with S video input via an S video cable produces clearer picture reproduction by sending separate signals for the luminance and the color These signals are then combined by the television to produce a better quality picture System control When you connect this player via a cord with a mini plug to another Pioneer component such as a receiver or an amplifier bearing the gl mark you can control the player as though it were a component in a system To control the player point the player s remote control at the component that the player is connected to and not the player itself Time number The time number corresponds to the elapsed playback time of a disc from its beginning When using the time search function use the time number to locate scenes that occur at the time selected Title number DVD discs are divided into units referred to as titles and titles are divided into chapters M enu screens do not belong to any title A disc which contains a movie may have only one title with many or no chapter divisions Karaoke discs may have many titles assigning a title to each song on the disc TOC TOC
75. ransmitted electronically using a coaxial cable Because the signal being transmitted is digital connection must be made to the coaxial digital input of another component Noise will be output if connected to the analog audio inputs as the digital signal cannot be decoded Dolby Digital The maximum 5 1 channels of audio used in the Surround system Surround Digital for movie theaters is digital data compressed by the third generation algorithm encoder AC 3 DO por DIGITAL In order to enjoy Dolby Digital discs this unit s digital output jack either coaxial or optical must be connected to the digital input jack of an AV amplifier or Dolby Digital decoder to enjoy the sound of Dolby Digital soundtracks DTS DTS stands for Digital Theater System DTS is a surround system different from Dolby Digital that has become a popular surround sound format for movies as well as CDs In order to enjoy the benefits of DTS encoded discs the digital output jack either coaxial or optical of this player needs to be connected to an AV amplifier or receiver or to a DTS decoder to be able to enjoy the surround sound of DTS audio DTS audio is not output from the analog audio outputs Dynamic range Dynamic range refers to the difference between the maximum and minimum levels of the audio soundtrack as measured in decibels dB Compressing the dynamic range raises the minimum signal level and lowers the maximum signal level This allows
76. ring playback Pressing SUBTITLE once displays the currently selected subtitle language Subsequent presses rotates through the subtitle languages available on the DVD Notes The subtitle language cannot be switched if the subtitle language is not recorded or if only one language is recorded Switching the subtitle language may not be possible with some discs In this case the e mark will be displayed To clear subtitles during playback press SUBTITLE and then press CLEAR or press SUBTITLE until Off appears For some discs subtitle language selection can be made using the menu on the DVD In this case press MENU to display the DVD menu screen and then make your selection Changing the Audio Language M ulti Language Function ovo Dolby Digital PCM and other audio data can be recorded on DVDs in a number of languages or audio tracks letting you choose the desired language or audio Dolby Digital 1 English 5 1CH Audio 2 Spanish Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired language Pressing AUDIO once displays the currently selected language Subsequent presses rotates through the audio languages available on the DVD Notes You cannot switch languages if there is only one language recorded on the disc Switching the audio language may not be possible with some titles In this case the amp mark is displayed For some titles selection can be made using the DVD menu In these cases press
77. rized plug e f this product is equipped with a three wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug POWER CORD PROTECTION Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure 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 Figure A LIGHTNING For added protection for this product 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 s
78. ronics 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 e Start your volume control at a low setting e Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly and without distortion Once you have established a comfortable sound level e 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 prolonged exposure to excessive noise This list of sound levels is included for your protection Decibel Level Example 30 Quiet library soft whispers 40 Livingroom refrigerator bedroom away from traffic 50 Light traffic
79. s The jacket of discs that are recorded with angles will be marked with E When locations on discs that are recorded with angles are played back the 3 indicator can be displayed To cancel the angle mark set Angle Indicator to Off in the Setup screen Video menu described in the section below Tuming the angle indicator on and off When a picture recorded in different angles is played back 3 is displayed on the screen This setting lets you see clearly whether the playback picture is recorded in multiple angles or not Turn the angle indicator on or off in the Angle Indicator setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 Video TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field On Screen Display On OSD Position Normal Angle Indicator fo Off EDA Move EN Exit Settings On 3 is displayed Off Not Displayed Factory setting Note Even when the Angle Indicator setting is set to Off the ANGLE indicator in the display panel of the player lights during multi angle playback Therefore it is possible to know when the multi angle function can be used without having to display the icon on the screen Repeat Play ovovideo co co You can repeat an entire title chapter or track or just a part REPEAT A B Repeat play of a chapter track Press REPEAT once during playback of the chapter or track you want to r
80. s In this case the Sy mark is displayed Searching for a Title Chapter Track or Location on a Disc DVD Video CD CD This player offers different ways of accessing the information on a DVD Video CD or CD Using SEARCH MODE you can search for titles or chapters on a DVD tracks on a Video CD or CD and even select the point in time to start playback l Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly to select the type of search The type of search changes which each press as follows EEG Chapter Track Off Time PEE 2 Press the number button s of the desired title chapter or track or of the specific time where you would like to begin playback To select number 3 press 3 To select number 10 press 1 and O To select number 87 press 8 and 7 When performing a time search To select 21 minutes 43 seconds press 2 1 4 and 3 To select 1 hour 14 minutes press 7 4 O and O 3 Press Play gt Playback of the selected title chapter or track starts When a time search is performed playback begins at the appointed time Notes For some discs selection can be made using the top menu on the DVD In this case press TOP MENU to display the menu screen and then make your selection With some DVDs the search operation may not be possible and may stop shortly after being performed In this case the Q mark is displayed Time search is not possible with CDs e When perfor
81. select Other and press ENTER The language selection screen appears na List of Languages Code 0 2 a ja Japanese 1 o o 1 v B Move EE Return ay El selec B Exit 2 Use the cursor buttons e to select either List of Languages or Code 3 i you select List of Languages use the cursor buttons A W to select the language List of Languages v If you select Code use the cursor buttons A Y to input the numbers of the input code Use the cursor buttons lt gt to change the position of the cursor You can also use the number buttons to enter the code Code 0 2 Uo oa 4 Press ENTER to set the new language To exit the screen without making any changes press RETURN Selecting a DVD menu language preference In addition to containing different audio languages DVD may also contain menu screens in different languages as well Setting a DVD language preference sets the selected language as a default when DVDs with menu information in that language are encountered Selecting w Subtitle Language automatically assigns the language selected in the Subtitle Language setting M ake changes to the DVD Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 20 OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language w Subtitle Language Auto Language English BENT French Subtitle Display
82. t Level Change in the Parental Lock setting The screen changes to the password input screen If you have not yet set a password you will be asked to do so at this time To enter the password refer to Entering the password on this page 2 Use the cursor buttons to adjust the Parental Lock level The lock icons appear unlocked up to the selected level to indicate that access is available 3 Press ENTER to set the new level The new Parental Lock level is set and the screen retums to the General menu screen To go back to the General menu screen without making any changes press RETURN 3 Changing the password Change your password whenever you feel it is necessary However if you forget your existing password you cannot enter this screen to change it Setup Menu Mode Basic Parental Lock Level Change Password Change A Move Bee E l select Password Change in the Parental Lock setting The screen changes to the password input screen To enter the password refer to Entering the password on the previous page If you have not yet set a password you cannot select this setting Establish a password by selecting Level Change first 2 Usethe cursor buttons lt gt a v or the number buttons to enter the new password 3 When the new password has been entered press ENTER The new password is set and the screen returns to the General menu screen To g
83. th Parental Lock capable discs you can block access to material you feel IS inappropriate for your children Refer to the DVD disc jacket and the accompanying documentation to see if a particular disc contains a parental lock level Make changes to the Parental Lock setting in the Setup screen General menu Please note that changes to the Parental Lock level can only be made when the player is stopped General Setup Menu Mode Basic Enc e a Level Change Password Change CDA Move Settings Level Change For information refer to Setting the Parental Lock level on the following page Password Change For information refer to Changing the Password on the following page When a DVD with a set Parental Lock level is loaded Playback cannot be started until the code number has been correctly input by using the cursor buttons A Y or the number buttons and ENTER has been pressed Entering the password When you select either Level Change or Password Change it is necessary to enter the password 4 digit code number Use the following steps at any time you are asked to enter or confirm your password 1 Use the cursor buttons A W or the number buttons to select a number between 0 and 9 You can also use the number buttons to enter the numbers directly When entering your password for the first time or changing it you will be asked to reenter your password When using the number b
84. th component inputs to produce a higher quality video image Use component video cables or 3 video cords not supplied to connect the COM PONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the player to the component jacks on the monitor When making component video connections make sure to set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to the right to assign component video output Projection monitor projector or TV SNOLLOJNINOO ONDIVIA 17 TV SYSTEM switch except for U S and Canadian models Video output changes as follows according to the playback disc s recorded format NTSC PAL PAL NTSC conversion is possible on Video CDs PAL NTSC conversion is not possible on DVDs When the TV SYSTEM switch is set to the AUTO position the disc s format will be output as is When a CD or disc is not loaded the previous video output format will be selected Disc Output format Type Format Position of TV SYSTEM switch NTSC PAL AUTO DVD NTSC NTSC MOD PAL NTSC PAL PAL PAL Video CD NTSC PAL PAL PAL CD No disc NTSC PAL NTSCorPAL About MOD Modulation PAL SHRINK Most models of the newly developed countdown PAL TV system detect 50 Hz PAL 60 Hz NTSC and automatically switch vertical amplitude resulting in a display without vertical shrinkage f your PAL TV does not have a V Hold control you may not be able to view NTSC disc because the picture may roll If the TV has a V
85. the rear panel Compatible with a wide range of DVD digital audio output formats DO pocev DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL DVDs are recorded in one of four types of digital audio formats as of October 1998 The digital audio output jacks of this player output Dolby Digital DTS MPEG and linear PCM digital bitstreams This player has a function that converts Dolby Digital and MPEG audio formats into the linear PCM format This allows playback of DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital and MPEG without the need for a decoder Easy setup and adjustment using on screen menus Press SETUP on the remote control to open the Setup screen and you ll find setting up the system easy to do with on screen menus conveniently organized and arranged Below are just a few examples Select the digital output formats compatible with your system in the Audio 1 menu page 21 Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM EE Select the type of TV screen you are using and the preferred screen format you d like to use when watching DVDs in the Video menu page 22 AEM 4 3 Letter Box Picture Quality 4 3 Pan amp Scan 16 9 Wide P5 4U9Vvoc Select a parental lock level user restriction level to prevent children from viewing undesirable material in the General menu page a Return 42 4D Move EE selec EA Exit Parental Lock Lev
86. to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the right position page 17 AUDIO OUT jacks Use to output two channel audio analog to the audio stereo inputs on a TV or stereo amplifier If you are connecting to a receiver that has both digital and analog input jacks for DVD player connection it may be beneficial to make both connections pages 15 and 16 9 AC IN power cord connection terminal Use to connect the power cord to the wall outlet page 15 The AC power cord of the U S and Canadian models is built into the player Re mote C 0 ntrol Buttons indicated with are used for menu operation D 5 standby on button Press to switch the player on or to put in standby pages 24 and 27 2 AUDIO button Press repeatedly to select one of the audio languages and or audio formats programmed on a meme Q DVD page 29 For Video CD and CD each press changes the audio e output as follows Ave C5 TLE cs e E Em M cor TT Y T Stereo UL Left 2 R Right l 3 SETUP button 20 Press when the player is in either play or stop mode to open and close the Setup screen page 19 Q2 4 MENU button Seres Use to display or close the DVD menu screen page Es 25 EAR C GH 3 e o 2 Joe Press to call up the top menu programmed on the DVD Depending on the DVD the top menu may be identical to the DVD menu page 25 EN
87. tting up for the first time Some DVDs start playing automatically when loaded in the player It is therefore recommended to set the Audio 1 menu options if digital audio connections have been made and Video menu options before loading a DVD for the first time If a DVD has been loaded be sure to press STOP m before proceeding l Press o to tum the player on 2 Press SETUP The Setup screen appears Example Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM EE 3 Use the cursor buttons e to select the menu you want As each menu is selected with the cursor the settings appear below the menu heading 5 Press the cursor button w to enter the menu The top item within the menu becomes highlighted Use the cursor buttons A W to select the setting you want to change The options available for each setting appear to the right when the setting is selected The current setting appears with the setting indicator lit Press the cursor button to enter the setting options Example Audiot DTS Out I Dolby Digital PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM P 49 Move ETE Example Audiot 2 DTS Out Dolby Digital gt PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM YHAV Id HL dN 9NLLISS SNOLIDAINNOD 9NDIVIA
88. ust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way Whenthe product exhibits adistinct change in performance this indicates a need for service REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have 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 repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling HEAT The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat ANTENNA L LEAD IN WIRE ELECTRIC SERVICE Fig A GROUND CLAMP EQUIPMENT ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
89. uttons to confirm the password the numbers appear as asterisks and the cursor advances automatically to the next position Parental Lock Register Code Number B Move APH A Return EAM 2 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to move the cursor to a different position in the password When all four numbers of the passoword have been entered ENTER appears on the screen Parental Lock Register Code Number 1 lo E bl Move Y fm Return EM Exit 3 Press ENTER to set the new password The password is entered Note Be sure not to forget your password If you should forget it reset the system and enter a new password To reset the system see Resetting the Player to System Settings page 48 Please note that this procedure resets the system and clears all Saved settings not just the password Setting the Parental Lock level Change the Parental Lock level to a higher or lower level according to the settings printed on the DVD disc jacket or accompanying documentation If you use the Condition Memory function to save the settings for a particular disc the Parental Lock level is saved as well Because it is saved in memory Parental Lock levels can be set for individual discs according to their content rather than a set level for all DVDs Parental Lock Level Change DEIN PEE Level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RETURN Return 4D Move EE selec E Exit 1 Selec
90. video and component video output possibilities Check the manual supplied with your TV or monitor to determine the best possible connection for your system In addition to making physical connections to your TV or monitor it is also necessary to assign the TV screen size in the Setup screen Video menu corresponding to whether you are using a wide screen or standard size TV or monitor page 22 S VIDEO OUT e Make S video connections to a TV or monitor with S video input to produce a high quality video image Use an S video cable not supplied to connect the output on the player to S video input on the TV or monitor When making S video connections be sure to set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to the left to assign S video output TV or monitor VIDEO OUT Make composite video connections to a standard TV or monitor with a video input jack e Use the supplied video cable to connect the video output jack on the player to the video input on the TV or monitor Be sure to match the color of the plug with the color of the jack yellow When making video connections make sure to set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to the left to assign composite video output TV or monitor DV 525 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Make component video connections to a projection monitor projector or TV wi
91. you to hear voices and other low level audio signals clearly while lowering strong audio signals like the sound of explosions MPEG Short for M oving Picture Experts Group This is an international standard for compression of moving images On some DVDs digital audio has been compressed and recorded in this format Multi angle When you watch a TV program you are watching the image filmed through the TV camera Because of this the picture is displayed on your TV from the view point of the TV camera s position In a TV studio the image is filmed by many cameras at the same time and one of those images is selected by the program director and transmitted to your TV If all the filmed images were transmitted to your TV you would be able to select the camera image you want Some DVD discs are recorded with the angles of more than one camera used for filming and these can be selected using this player These types of discs are called multi angle discs NOLIWIARIOANT TVNOLLICKCIVV 55 Optical digital output Normally audio is converted to an electric signal and transmitted through an electric wire from the player to the amplifier etc Changing this signal to a digital signal and transmitting it through an fiber optic cable is called optical digital output Similarly optical digital input receives digital signals from extemal units such as an AV amplifier or receiver Parental lock level This function was suggested by parents c
92. ystem This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges POWER LINES An outside antenna system should not be located inthe 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 antennasystem extreme care should betaken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock OBJ ECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they maytouch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product SERVICING Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage orotherhazards Referall servicingto qualified service personnel DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this productfromthe wall outlet and referservicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions When the power supply cord or plug is damaged e fliquid has been spilled orobjects have fallen into the product f the product has been exposed to rain or water e f the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adj

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