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Pioneer DV-K302CD User's Manual

1. i L_ ommeso id g E OM Ee O 3 9 4 2 1 M odels having a STANDBY ON button on the main unit Press STANDBY ON on the front panel Models having a POWER switch on the main unit Press POWER on the front panel e When the STANDBY indicator lights you can power on with the remote control 2 Press KARAOKE MODE to switch the karaoke mode on e Each time you press the button the setting changes as follows a Normal When the KARAOKE MODE indicator lights skip this step 3 Set MIC 1 and MIC 2 volume level knobs to ad M IN i 4 Connect the mics and switch on 5 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 The disc tray comes out 6 Load a disc Load a disc with the label side facing up using the disc tray guide to align the disc 7 Press one of the DISC 1 through 3 to select the disc you want to sing The disc tray goes back in 8 Press the number button s to select desired sond s e To select number 3 press 3 e To select number 21 press 10 twice then 1 Playback begins Q Tum the mic volume level knobs to adjust volume level Adjust overall volume level with the TV or amp Howling If sound from the speakers is picked up by a mic and output again through the speakers the result is a screeching sound known as howling Perform the following steps to eliminate howling 1 Move the mic away from speakers 2 Turn the mic volume knob counterclockwis
2. Press and hold STEP 11 during DVD playback e Slow playback in the reverse direction is engaged e Inthe reverse direction the playback speed cannot be adjusted e This function is not possible with Super VCD and Video CD To retum to normal playback When viewing still frames or slow playback pressing PLAY gt restores normal playback operation Frame by frame advance playback Viewing one frame at a time I Pressu pause 2 Press STEP ll or I gt STEP 11 gt The picture advances one frame each time the button is pressed STEP 11 For DVDs only 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 gt restores normal playback operation Notes e 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 titles In this case the mark is displayed Searching for a Title Chapter Track or Location on a Disc DVD Super VCD Video CD CD This player offers different ways of accessing the information on a DVD Super VCD Video CD or CD Using SEARCH MODE you can search for titles or chapters on a DVD tracks on a Super VCD Video CD or CD and even select the point in time to start playback T Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly to select the type of search The t
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4. Change connection to any input terminal except PHONO The pause mode is engaged Press PLAY gt or PAUSE II to exit the pause mode Stereo amplifier operation is incorrect Check input CD AUX etc selector to determine if it is selected for DVD playback The DVD is recorded in DTS audio gt 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 The audio recorded on the disc is not output properly Adjust the Audio Out settings according to the connection used f the audio is switched to 2 when playing a Super VCD that contains only one stereo soundtrack there may be no sound at all To restore the sound return the AUDIO switch back to its original position page 43 Digital output is not possible for audio There is no digital output during Karaoke mode Set to Normal mode The menu screen is not displayed during Video CD playback Turn on the Playback Control function The sound from microphone is not output Press 5 1 CH MODE to switch to 2 channel mode For Karaoke mode only Key control and Once more are not possible with a mic featuring controls Connect the microphone to the Mic The sin
5. no condensation S Video output Y luminance Output level n 1 Vp p 75 Q C color Output level assisi 286 mVp p 75 Q Facka tna a eben dueteansaet S VIDEO jack Video output QutpUtTeVek aena 1 Vp p 75 Q VICK e E AE a RCA jack Component video output Y Ps Pr Output level wi iccsteseea vies Wiseiees aaeertiareies Y 1 0 Vp p 75 Q Ps Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 Q SACKS atest acacia Dace yal a RCA jacks Audio output 2 CH Output level ccceeeeeees 200 mVmms 1 kHz 20 dB Number of Channels sssececeeceseeesnsasssseeeeeeeeeeeeeaes 2 EE E NA E N T AAE stew taaet RCA jacks Audio output 5 1 CH Output level ccceeeeeees 200 mVmms 1 kHz 20 dB Number Of Channels iaeaea a e 6 TACKS urna Geeeceececnekfatecteececten nance RCA jacks PIONEER CORPORATION PIONEER ELECTRONICS USA INC PIONEER NEW MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES INC Headquarters PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA INC Digital audio characteristics Frequency response 4 Hz to 44 kHz DVD fs 96 kHz SIN FAO Sesh eta cn hitiaiiarietee a r 115 dB DYNAMIC range esiri ninaenda vananenn aai 103 dB Total harmonic distortion ccceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 0 002 Wow and flutter eee Limit of measurement 0 001 W PEAK or lower Digital output Optical digital output eeeeees Optical digital jack Coaxial digital output ccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess RCA jack Other terminals CONTROL IN c
6. 1 standby on button Press to switch the player on or to put in standby pages 26 and 29 2 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 Memory point When you want to resume playback of that disc press LAST MEMORY in the stop mode and playback starts from the memorized point Last Memory locations can be stored for up to 5 DVDs and 1 Video CD page 53 3 AUDIO button Press repeatedly to select one of the audio languages and or audio formats programmed on a DVD page 43 For Video CD and CD in Normal mode each press changes the audio output as follows Z Stereo 1 L Left gt ee For Super VCD each press changes the audio output as follows Normal mode 1 Stereo gt 1L gt 1R Karaoke mode 1 lt 2 4 SUBTITLE button Press repeatedly to select one of the subtitle languages programmed on a DVD or to tum the Subtitles off page 42 5 SETUP button Press when the player is in either play or stop mode to open and close the Setup screen page 30 6 KARAOKE SETUP button Press to open or close the Karaoke Setup screen page 39 7 PREVIOUS lt lt NEXT gt gt buttons During playback press PREVIOUS lt lt to go back to a previous chapter track and NEXT gt to advance to the next chapter track page 28 REV lt lt FWD gt fast re
7. 1513 1518 1601 1612 1619 1620 1721 1813 Moldavian mo Marathi mr M alay ms M altese mt Burmese my Nauru na Nepali ne Norwegian no ccitan oc romo om riya or Panjabi pa Polish pl Pashto Pushto ps Portuguese pt uechua qu Rhaeto Romance rm i er tt 2020 tw 2023 Ukrainian uk 2111 ur 2118 uz 2126 Vietnamese vi 2209 olap k vo 2215 olof wo 2315 hosa xh 2408 oruba yo 2515 Zulu zu 2621 Q g s i CE C Q e D ii i NOLIWIARIOANT TWNOLLKKIV 59 60 Troubleshooting Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions If you think that 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 57 The disc is not placed properly on the disc table Use the disc table guide to align the disc page 26 Region number does not conform with this unit f the region number on the disc does not match the number on the player the disc cannot be used
8. Press to perform a title chapter track or time search page 48 29 A B button Press at the beginning and end of the section you want to repeat or to mark a location you want to retum to page 50 KEY CONTROL buttons Use to adjust the levels of the key in 11 steps pages 37 and 41 61 DISC buttons 1 3 Use to select discs in the player directly page 26 15 16 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 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 You can use the Setup Navigator in the Setup screen General menu to set whether you are using a wide screen or standard size TV or monito
9. Track Skip Forward Skip Back 28 Forward and Reverse Scanning 0ccccee 28 Stopping Playback and Switching POW EMOTE aiia 29 Adjusting Audio and VideO SettINGS scssssssssssecesssssseeeesesnass 30 Using the Setup Screen Menus n se 30 Changing the Setup Screen to Expert M CHUM OCS icv itey abmcaasiuoacierien deeubradeuttes vas 31 Setting Analog Audio Connections to an AV Amplifier Or Receiver ccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 31 Setting Your Speaker System for Multichannel Audio Playback 00008 32 Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Components 33 Setting the TV Screen Size cccceeeeeeeeeeeeees 34 Adjusting the OSD On Screen Display 35 Karaoke Operation ccssssssscssssssseesees 36 Karaoke Entertainment cccccssssseeeeeeseeeees 36 Adjusting to Create the Desired Sound 37 One Touch Karaoke ccceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeaeeeeees 38 Reserving a Desired SONG ssssseeeeeeeeeeeees 38 M aking Settings on the Karaoke SEtUD MENU nseri a a 39 Setting the Language Options 42 Selecting a Subtitle Language Multi Language Subtitles cc00 42 Changing the Audio Language Multi Language FUNCTION 0000cceee 43 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus n se 44 Advanced Functions sssssssssssssseessees 46 Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack
10. When the information exceeds the space on the screen use the cursor buttons lt gt to move to other screens DVD DVD information Information DVD When a DVD is loaded each title and the number of chapters within each title is displayed ter Title Chapter CD Video CD CD and Video CD Information Compact Disc information Total Time Track Time 01 3 32 02 2 58 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 EE Note Infomation for Super VCD is not displayed Changing the Background Color of the Screen You can select a blue or black background to appear when the player is in the stop mode M ake changes to the Background Color setting in the Setup screen General menu in the Expert menu mode page 31 General Setup Menu Mode Expert Setup Navigator Parental Lock Level 8 Direct Search Auto EEOC ECAC Black Blue Bama Exit 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 POWER to tum the unit from standby off to on All 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 Wh
11. 1 Models having a STANDBY ON button on the main unit STANDBY ON button Press to switch the player on or to put in standby pages 26 and 36 Models having a POWER switch on the main unit POWER switch Press to switch the player on or off pages 26 29 and 36 When this switch is ON the remote control can be used to switch the player between the ON state and standby 2 STANDBY indicator Indicates that the player is in standby using a minimum amount of power to maintain system settings Turns off when the player is on Some models do not have a STANDBY indicator 3 KEY CONTROL buttons Use to adjust the levels of the key in 11 steps pages 37 and 41 4 Number buttons 1 9 0 10 Use to perform direct title and chapter track searches and to input numerical values pages 27 38 and 48 1 4 4 D h 5 Disc illumination Lights when a DVD is loaded and when no disc is loaded Turns off when a disc other than a DVD is played back 6 DISC buttons and indicator Use to select discs in the player directly page 26 7 OPEN CLOSE 4 button Press to open and close the disc tray pages 26 and 29 DISC CHANGE button Press to select the next disc in the player pages 26 and 29 9 aa lt lt reverse button Press to go back to previous chapters tracks Press and hold to perform reverse playback scanning page 28 gt gt pr forward button Press to advance to chapters track
12. 36 and 37 22 MIC1 and MIC2 volume level knobs Use to adjust the volume level of the microphone page 36 23 Digital Echo level knob Use to adjust the echo level page 37 SNOLDNN ANV SSINIVN 11 12 Display Window 96 kHz DOVV N MIX L JLC R LFE Ls CS Rs TITLE 1 96 kHz indicator Indicates play of a disc outputting an audio signal with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz 2 ANGLE indicator Indicates Multi Angle playback is in progress page 49 3 TITLE indicator Indicates a title number is being displayed 4 VOCAL indicator Indicates that the Vocal function is on 5 VOCAL PARTNER indicator Indicates that the Vocal Partner function is on 6 REPEAT indicator Indicates that the Repeat function is on page 50 7 TRK and CHP indicator Indicates a chapter or track number is being displayed GUI indicator Lights when the Karaoke or Setup on screen menus are being displayed pages 22 and 30 9 LAST MEMORY indicator Indicates the Last Memory location is recorded in memory for the currently loaded DVD or Video CD page 53 COND MEMORY indicator Indicates that Condition Memory settings are memorized for the currently loaded DVD page 54 1 TOTAL indicator Indicates that the disc in the player is stopped and DISPLAY has been pressed page 55 REPEAT ANGLE VOCAL PARTNER GUI COND MEMORY WM M M ON A NA MW Nd Nd MA YN YN VN YN VN W
13. Setup Navigator before loading a DVD for the first time If a DVD has been loaded be sure to press STOP m before proceeding 1 Models having a STANDBY ON button on the main unit Press O STANDBY ON on the front panel to tum the player on Models having a POWER switch on the main unit Press POWER on the front panel to tum the player on 2 Press SETUP When SETUP is pressed for the first time the following screen appears Though the Setup Navigator may be used more than once this screen only appears the first time SETUP is pressed General Setup Navigator Setup Navigator Not Used Setting up using the Setup Navigator Pove Elysclect Mi Exit 3 Use the cursor buttons a w to make a selection e If you are going to use the Setup Navigator it is not necessary to change the setting on the first screen Please proceed to the next step e If you want to set up the player without using the Setup Navigator use the cursor button 7 to select Not Used at this time The Setup Navigator function may still be used at a later time in manual Setup screen menu operation page 30 4 Press ENTER The selection is entered and the next Setup Navigator screen appears Use steps 3 and 4 as a basis for entering selections on the all of the Setup Navigator screens described on the following pages To change the answer to a prior question Use the cursor button lt to retum to previous screen
14. Setup Navigator in the General menu screen If you choose not to use the Setup Navigator be sure to make the necessary settings in the Setup screen Audio 1 Audio 2 Video and Language menus as described on the following pages Some DVDs start playing automatically when loaded in the player If aDVD has been loaded be sure to press STOP m before proceeding 1 Models having a STANDBY ON button on the main unit Press STANDBY ON on the front panel Models having a POWER switch on the main unit Press POWER on the front panel e When the STANDBY is on you can power on with the remote control 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 gt PCM Setup audio Digital output format tone adjust BD YMove Exit 3 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to select the menu you want As each menu is selected with the cursor the settings appear below the menu heading 4 Press the cursor button v to enter the menu The top item within the menu becomes highlighted Example IAEN Dolby Digital 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM Switch Dolby Digital audio mode EDA Move Exit 5 Use the cursor buttons 4 7 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
15. as needed page 44 Setting the TV screen size The TV Type screen establishes the size or more appropriately the width to height ratio of your television or monitor 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 Setup Navigator TV Connection TV Type Bites mer Standard 4 3 Widescreen TV 16 9 aspect ratio 4 Pove ElEasclect M Exit Settings Widescreen 16 9 Standard 4 3 Factory setting Note There are two screen formats that can be used to display wide screen format DVDs letter box and pan amp scan When Standard 4 3 is selected in the Setup Navigator the letter box screen format is automatically selected To switch the preference to the pan amp scan format make changes in the Setup screen Video menu TV screen setting page 34 WAV id HL dN ONLLLS 23 Setting analog audio connections to an AV amplifier or receiver The Analog J acks screen establishes whether analog connections have been made to an AV amplifier or receiver and if connections are made whether the connections made are for 2 channel stereo or for 5 1 channel surround sound Setup Navigator Amp Connection heir Analog Jacks 5 1 Channel Not Connected 2 channel jacks for L R Poe BiGdselect Batgexit Settings 2 Channel Select if you
16. from the digital output jacks e When 5 1 channel mode is used MIC vocals are output from the center speakers and downmixed disc audio and echo are output from the front left and right speakers in Karaoke mode There is no audio output from the subwoofer or surround left and right speakers SONLLLASOSCINGNVOINY DNLLSN fav 31 S etti ng Your S pea ke r Syste m 2 Use the cursor button w to move the cursor for Multichannel Audio down to the speaker bar and use the cursor buttons lt gt to select On or Off P ayba ck corresponding to whether the selected Speaker is present in your system or not This player contains a built in decoder for Dolby Digital sources as well as 5 1 channel discrete audio output that can be used to make connections to an amplifier or receiver with the corresponding inputs Ideally a 5 1 channel system contains 6 speakers 2 front respectively Speakers 2 Surround speakers a center speaker and a a sub woofer However as this is not always the case iam accurately setting the Speaker Setting setting to reflect Mis rs your speaker setup allows the player s built in decoder to Fat Return Ble Select Ei Exit reroute signals to compensate for absent speakers Make adjustments in the Speaker Setting setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu Notes e To help identify the speakers being selected the initials of the Notes l speakers in the speaker sy
17. in the Expert menu mode page 31 General Setup Menu Mode Expert Setup Navigator Parental Lock Level 8 Direct Search LUO Background Color Title Chapter ED AF Move Bama Exit Settings Auto The player evaluates the disc s composition and selects the appropriate type of search according to the number of titles and maximum number of chapters on the disc Title Title search is performed when direct search is selected Chapter Chapter search is performed when direct search is selected Factory setting Note The Title and Chapter settings are only temporary When you press OPEN CLOSE 4 the Direct Search mode reverts to Auto Viewing from a Desired Tuming the angle indicator on and off Camera Angle Multi Angle When a picture recorded in different angles is played DVD back the r indicator 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 31 You can select a camera angle when viewing DVDs with the multi angle option Video TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field On Screen Display On OSD Position Normal Angle indicator They Off EDA Move EM Exit ANGLE 4 4 l E e
18. 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 viewpoint 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 Multiple Languages On DVDs you can select the language on when watching movies or other media that have multiple language and or audio soundtracks recorded on them Up to 8 different language and or audio soundtracks can be recorded on a DVD disc Multi Language Subtitles 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 Parental lock level This function was suggested by parents concemed 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
19. 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 Make changes to the DVD Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 31 Language Audio Language English Subtitle Language English Auto Language On T wiSubtitle Language Subtitle Display English Subtitle Off Other D a9 Move Bam exit Settings w Subtitle Language English Other Factory setting Notes e 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 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 Setu
20. 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 SUBTITLE Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during playback Pressing SUBTITLE once displays the currently selected subtitle language Subsequent presses rotates through the subtitle languages available on the DVD Notes e The subtitle language cannot be switched if the subtitle language is not recorded or if only one language is recorded e Switching the subtitle language may not be possible with some discs In this case the mark will be displayed e To clear subtitles during playback press SUBTITLE and then press CLEAR or press SUBTITLE until Off appears e 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 Super VCD Normal mode M ulti Language Function ovo ia 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 Dolby Digital 5 1CH 5 1CH Audio 1 English 2 Spanish Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired language 2 Stereo Pressing AUDIO once displays the currently selected lang
21. page 63 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 58 Playback is not possible The disc has been loaded upside down Check that the disc has been loaded with the label Side facing up A Super VCD that does not conform with the IEC Standards might not play normally Q mark appears on screen The selected function does not operate for that disc amp mark appears on screen The operation is prohibited by the player Picture playback stops and the operation buttons cannot be used Stop disc playback press STOP m then start playback again New settings made 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 When making changes in the Setup screen menus is displayed There is a Super VCD Video CD or CD loaded in the player and the setting that was changed only applies to DVD performance The setting will be effective the next time a DVD is loaded Settings ar
22. set the attenuator switch to the ON position Home Theater Component Connections The connections on this page demonstrate the versatility of this player to conform to any number of home entertainment systems Please note that the illustration shown on this page is meant as an example Please refer to the manuals Supplied with the components to which you are making connections to determine the best possible setup for your home system TV or monitor An explanation of each type of audio and video connection available can be found on pages 18 to 20 S video connection produces a high quality video image If you have a TV or monitor that features an S video input make video connections from the S VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the S VIDEO IN jack on the TV or monitor using an S video cord not included S video cord Not included VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT VIDEO CONTROL TV SYSTEM OUT IN PAL NTSC AUTO DIGITAL OUT OPT west Gy T Coaxial cord 2 stereo audio Not included audio cords 1 included and 2 single Make connections from the DIGITAL A cords or OUT coaxial on the player to the 4 another stereo digital coaxial input on an AV audio cord receiver amplifier or other T s not included component with intemal multichannel decoding capabilities SURROUND SUB OOFER AV amplifier or receiver DIGITAL IN Center Speaker 4 U Front Fro
23. 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 uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn lars lt 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 n
24. some discs View ing Disc Info rmation The display changes for each type of disc as follows each time the button is pressed DVD Super VCD Video CD CD 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 Super VCD Video Os 1 19 CD or CD When viewing DVDs you can also check the 40 00 41 19 digital bitstream transmission rate DVD Y DISPLA 4 EW 1 1 1 19 Chapter 1 19 2 18 IEW 1 1 1 19 Chapter 0 59 2 18 Press DISPLAY while a disc is playing Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change the information being displayed The disc information is displayed superimposed over the m JERK a video Image on the screen Tr ae SET 8 9 4 Display off Super VCD TITLE information Top Row disc number title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row remaining time in current title total time of current title CHAPTER information Top Row disc number title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row time in current chapter total time of current chapter CHAPTER information Top Row disc number title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row remaining time in current chapter total time of current chapter Data transmission rate information Top Row disc number title and chapter number elapsed time of current
25. 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 gg 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 Title number DVD discs are divided into units referred to as titles and titles are divided into chapters Menu 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 NOLIVWIARIOANT THNOLLKKIV Specifications General System DVD system Video CD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Power requirements DV K302CD 0 AC 110 127 220 240 V 50 60 Hz DYD VOJO a ee ian AC 120 V 60 Hz Power CONSUMPTION eseseseresesererrrrrreereeererereeee 15 W Power consumption in standby mode DV AKSOZE Deon e a ANRA 0 9 W DVD VOIO ae a e A N 0 7 W WENE aapna a 4 5 kg 9 Ib 9 oz Dimensions s c 420 W x 376 D x 128 H mm 16 9 6 W x 14 D x 5 1 46 A in Not including protruding cables etc Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C 36 F to 96 F Operating humidity 5 to 85
26. the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential unpublished works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved DTS is atrademark of Digital Theater Systems Inc You can enjoy the unique operation of a 3 disc changer A disc that is currently playing can be easily exchanged with two other discs In addition you can play your favorite disc with the press of a button 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 and adjusting the system easy to do with on screen menus conveniently organized and arranged Additionally on screen information j appears to clarify the functions and explain the options available Below are just a few examples Answer a few questions and have all the necessary audio video and on screen language adjustments set automatically by the player Setup Navigator cla using the Setup Navigator Not Used page 22 Setting up using the Setup Navigator Setup Navigator Pove Eiselect BaMexit Setup the on screen speaker system to match your home audio system in the Audio 2 menu for ideal presentation of multichannel audio page 32 Return Big Select BEM Exit This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and oth
27. 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 Super VCD Video CD playback play at extremely slow speeds or view frame by frame page 47 e Search for titles chapters tracks or locations on a disc page 48 e Change the angle of playback when viewing DVDs with multi angle programming page 49 e Switch the surround effects on off page 49 e Repeat an entire title chapter or track 1 disc all discs or just a specified part page 50 e Set the parental lock level to prevent children from having access to inappropriate material page 51 e Continue watching a DVD from where you left off using the Last Memory function page 53 e Save the system settings for up to 15 DVDs with the Condition Memory function page 54 e View playing time and other disc information page 55 e Change the background color page 56 e Reset the system page 56 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 Au
28. DVD and Super VCD Video CD can be viewed as astill frame played back at slow speeds and even advanced frame by frame STEP SLOW ll I gt li pause Viewing a still frame Press II pause 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 IH pause or PLAY amp 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 31 TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard still Picture Tae On Screen Display Frame OSD Position Auto Angle Indicator On ED aVMove Bam Exit Settings Field Picture shake 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 11 gt during playback e Slow playback is engaged e 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 lt i and 11 gt fll 1 16 1 8 1 4 1 2 l gt
29. 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 or Super VCD 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 produce the digital Signal 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
30. N VN YN VN N LAST MEMORY TOTAL DOLBY dits DIGITAL REM AIN 2 DTS indicator Indicates DVD DTS audio playback 3 REMAIN indicator Indicates that the remaining playback time of a title or chapter track is being displayed DOLBY DIGITAL indicator Indicates Dolby Digital audio playback on DVDs 5 Counter display Displays the playback mode type of disc title and chapter track numbers playback time etc Program Format indicators During Dolby Digital playback depending on the audio format recorded on the disc loaded in the player the following indicators light to show the channels being played back L Left front 2 C Center R Right front 1 2 LS Left surround S Surround mono RS Right surround LFE Low frequency effects 1 Lights to indicate playback of a 5 1 ch Dolby Digital source 2 Lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Surround source The LFE low frequency effects channel indicator indicates 5 1 channel audio that contains a channel for low frequency sounds that are used by the sub woofer Note During playback of Dolby Digital multiplex compatible DVD karaoke discs the Program Format indicators do not light 7 DOWNMIX indicator During multichannel audio playback indicates that the out put signal has been downmixed from the Original audio source This is an automatic function performed by the player in order to present the most appro
31. Pioneer DVD PLAYER DV K302CD DVD V630 Operating Instructions 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 e This player is not suitable for commercial use IMPORTANT The lightning flash 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 A 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 instructions 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
32. 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 3 Use the cursor buttons lt gt a v or the number buttons to enter the new password 4 When the new password has been entered press ENTER The new password is set and the screen returns to the General menu screen To go back to the General menu screen without making any changes press RETURN Continuing Playback from a Resuming playback from where Specified Location Last LAST MEMORY was pressed M emory pvovvideo cp 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 With Video CDs the LAST MEMORY location is erased from memory when the disc is changed or ejected Memonizing a Last Memory location to retum to later T Load the DVD 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 e When aLast Memory location is registered for a Video CD the location is cleared when the disc is changed or ejected 2 Press LAST MEMORY while in the stop mode The disc begins playback at the memorized point l e Last Memory mode may not functi
33. WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE IMPORTANT NOTICE For U S model 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 interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separatio
34. ages 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 62 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 Connections section starting on page 16 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 22 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
35. am In this case be sure to set the Digital J ack setting in the Setup Navigator to best reflect the type of system you are using page 25 Additionally the digital audio settings can be adjusted manually in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu page 33 DIGITAL OUT Optical The digital signal is transmitted as light pulses through a optical cable e Use to connect to an AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG decoder e Use a optical 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 DTS or MPEG decoder Note There is no digital output when using Karaoke mode 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 Note There is no digital output when using Karaoke mode Analog Audio Connection After making physical connections to either the AUDIO OUT 2 CH or AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH analog jacks be Sure to identify which output you are going to be using in the Analog J acks scree
36. andard screen format DVD Super VCD If you have a standard TV the standard screen format will be presented regardless of the setting Wide screen format DVD Super VCD unnatural squeezed effect If you are viewing a wide screen format DVD Super VCD 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 Display Setting the on screen display OSD language Chinese model only This setting is used to establish the language that operation indicators and on screen messages and operations display Change this setting in the Setup screen Language menu OSD Language setting Language OSD Language P Audio Language English Subtitle Language English Auto Language On Setup player s OSD language ED G9 Move Bara Exit Settings syjz English Factory Setting Notes e The OSD Language setting is factory set to ji If you want English to be displayed change this setting to English If you have already completed the Setup Navigator screen operations the setting has already been set by the player Tuming the on screen display on or off If you would rather not have the operation indicators Play Stop Resume etc and other messages displayed on the screen it is possible to tum them of
37. as though it were a component in a system system control e If 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 e 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 mark OUT SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVINI 21 22 Setting Up the Player Using the Setup Navigator The Setup Navigator has been designed to simplify the process of getting the DVD player ready to perform Designed as a series of on screen multiple choice questions the Setup Navigator automatically sets the audio video and language settings according to how the questions are answered Once this procedure is complete it will be possible to begin using the DVD player to enjoy DVDs The procedure on this page describes the operations necessary to function within the Setup Navigator screens A detailed description of the contents of each question that appears on the screen can be found on the following page When setting up for the first time Some DVDs start playing automatically when loaded in the player Because the Setup Navigator cannot be used if a disc is playing it is recommended to set up the player using the
38. been made you are ready to play a DVD Super VCD Video CD or CD with the player The section Getting Started Using Your DVD Player starting on page 26 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 46 describes how to use the features available on many DVDs Table of Contents Before USING s sssssnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 8 Checking Accessones ssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 8 Preparing the Remote Control ccccceee 8 Names and Functions ssssssssseee0s 10 FROME Henle aei amen 10 Display WINCGOW ssscceeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeees 12 Rear Palle aa ana 13 Remote Control setana aa 14 Making Connections ccssssssssssssessees 16 Connecting Your DVD Player s es 16 Audio Connections cccsseeeeeeeeeeeesseeeeseseeeees 18 Video Connections cccssseseceeeeeesssseeeeeseeeees 20 System Control Connections ccccceeeeeeees 21 Setting Up the Player ssssssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 22 Using the Setup NavigatOr cceeseeeeeeeees 22 Getting Started Using Your DVD Player eonan anasa aaa niiae 26 Playing DVDs Super VCDs Video CDs and CDS cccceececeeeesseeeseeeeees 26 Improving Picture Quality ssssessesennnenenne 27 Chapter
39. cture according to TV ED 9Move Bama Exit Settings 4 3 Letter Box 4 3 Pan amp Scan 16 9 Wide Factory Setting Notes e If Standard 4 3 is selected in the Setup Navigator screen 4 3 Letter Box is selected on this screen If you prefer the pan amp scan format change the settings on this screen e 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 Super VCD formats The number 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 Super VCD The settings in the TV Screen setting are perhaps most applicable when the DVD Super VCD 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 16 9 Wide Note When playing Super VCDs even if 4 3 Letter Box is selected in the TV Screen setting the
40. d playing they are sequentially erased from the program e When the last reserved song starts playing the program is canceled e Press NEXT gt and the next reserved song starts playing Even if you press PREVIOUS lt lt you do not retum to the previous reserved song Instead you retum to the start of the currently playing song To stop playback Press STOP The programming operation is canceled The programming details are stored To continue program playback 1 Press PROGRAM 2 Press gt PLAY The reserved song will then begin to be played To confirm reservation details Press DISPLAY if program playback is in progress Play 4 1 1 51 Program LET ET Press DISPLAY once more and the display is switched off To erase all program contents Press CLEAR in the stop mode During playback press CLEAR if program input is not in progress Notes e Program playback cannot be used with some DVD discs e If the disc is changed during program playback and a DVD is now being played an asterisk may appear in the upper right comer of the screen This indicates that processing that is recorded on the disc and which must be executed is being executed With some discs the asterisk may flash and playback may begin from a position on the disc that was not programmed Simply wait until the asterisk disappears because once it does playback will begin from the programmed position e The next disc will no
41. deo CD CD KEY CONTROL Digital Mic jacks amp Mic control jack ECHO KEY CONTROL Echo adjustment Adjust with the digital echo level knob Note Depending on the room there may be howling if the echo level is too high page 36 Changing performance key Press KEY CONTROL Each button can be used to raise or lower the key in 5 steps High The key is raised Low The key is lowered Note Adjustments can also be made at Key Control in the Karaoke Setup menu page 41 Operation is possible with the mic You can operate Key control and Once more Once more e Each time you press this during play you move back a little from the point you are in the song and the video e You can use this to repeat difficult sections in songs you are singing for the first time e Once more operation may not be possible with some discs Functions in the same way as KEY CONTROL on the main unit MIC1 MIC 2 MIC y NTROL e Any Pioneer microphone with key control function can be used Refer to the mic s User s Manual for details conceming Key control operation e The mic operation buttons will not function unless the jack is connected to the mic control jack and the mic Switch is tumed on 37 One Touch Karaoke DVD Super VCD Video CD CD When you are playing a normal music disc you can press this button and remove the singer s voice so that it sounds just like a karaoke disc allowing you to en
42. dio 2 menu or by pressing 5 1 CH MODE on the front panel audio output for each source will be as shown on the following table 1 When in karaoke mode the output specifications are the same as for 2ch mode 2 When in karaoke mode the digital output is muted 3 Depending on the setting in the audio menu AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO OUT i CH AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH DIGITAL OUTPUT 2 S PDIF en MODE Front L R Surround L R Sub Woofer Dolby digital PCM Dolby Digital Dolby 5 5 1 ch MODE 1 MODE 1 FrontL Rch FrontL Front L ch R ch R ch Center Surround Lch Rch iE MUTE Dolby Digital Digital arar MODE Sane DOWNMIX Saat oe MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch Rch Dolby Digital Lch R ch Lch R ch 2ch DOWNMIX 2chDOWNMIX aoe N TL oh Ret Lorh Ma MUTE MUTE MUTE Dolby Digital a Karaoke ch DOWNMIX 2chDOWNMIX gt 2 ch MODE aa Rc DE MUTE MUTE Lch Rch Dolby Digital LPCM yc Lch Rech Lch Rch MUTE O MUE MUTE Lch Rch Lch Rch MPEG a Lch Rch Lich Reh Rch MUTE EL MUTE MPEG L ch R ch 3 MPEG L ch R ch 3 5 1 ch 2 ch OTS MODE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE DTS MUTE 3 DTS MUTE 3 oo sri Lch R ch Lch R ch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch R ch Lch R ch Videocp mone Mure mure mue tarh LR Video CD MODE Lch R ch Lch R ch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch R ch Lch R ch 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 rat
43. dio 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 Surround Off Ely emg Large Audio Out Medium Speaker Setting Small Off Dynamic playback at low volume EDA Move Bam exit 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 pvp super vcp video cb 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 TV Screen 16 9 Wide acme lr iam Cinema Animation Standard Adjust picture quality CDA Move Exit 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 Still Frame Slow Play Frame Advance Playback DVD Super VCD Video CD The video images on
44. disc will be shown in Pan amp Scan format When viewing a wide screen TV or monitor DVD Super VCD screen size format Setting and Appearance Wide screen format DVD Super VCD 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 Super VCD When viewing a standard screen format DVD Super VCD on a wide screen TV black bars may be automatically placed at the side of the screen to adjust to poe the DVD Super VCD format wide second Standard screen format DVD Super VCD unnatural stretched effect If you are viewing a standard screen format DVD Super VCD 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 setting When viewing a standard size TV or monitor DVD Super VCD 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 amovie ona standard TV 4 3 aspect ratio Wide screen format DVD Super VCD The Pan amp Scan presentation crops both sides of the wide screen presentation to use the full standard TV screen z St
45. e canceled When the power is tumed off by power failure by Switching the POWER off or by unplugging the power cord settings will be canceled Before unplugging the power cord press on the remote control and check that OFF disappears in the display No picture No color 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 20 The player settings are incorrect Check the television system and the Video Out settings 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 34 Picture disturbance during playback or dark This is not a malfunction This player is compatible with Macro 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 throug
46. e of 96 KHZ Make settings in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu to reflect the capabilities of the components that you have made digital connections to Notes If you have already completed the Setup Navigator screen Operations the settings on this page have already been set by the player e 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 e There is no digital output when the player is set to Karaoke mode 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 BASAN Dolby Digital DTS Out l Dolby Digital PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM Switch Dolby Digital audio mode ED aU Move Bag Exit Settings Dolby Digital Dolby Digital 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 sy
47. e to lower the volume level 3 Turn the Digital Echo level knob page 37 counterclockwise to lower the echo level Single Play Function When the KARAOKE MODE is selected the KARAOKE M ODE indicator lights play pauses after a selected song finishes This is single play The single play function cannot be used when in the Normal mode Display between songs When in the KARAOKE MODE when the KARAOKE M ODE indicator on the front panel is lit during pause or when a disc has stopped playing karaoke bird characters are displayed When no disc is loaded Notes e With DVDs some discs may have a Menu function With this kind of disc since operations are in line with menu selections there is no SINGLE PLAY mode In addition there is no karaoke bird e When playing a Super VCD Video CD that has Playback Control with Playback Control on page 27 there is no SINGLE PLAY mode In addition there is no karaoke bird between songs e With the KARAOKE MODE when the KARAOKE MODE indicator on the front panel is lit depending on the TV you re using and mic volume level there may be distortion when playing DVDs CDs or Super VCDs Video CDs In this case set the ATTENUATOR switchon the rear panel to on e The sound from the microphone in Karaoke mode is output from the center speaker and the echo is output from the front left and right channels in 5 1 channel mode Adjusting to Create the Desired Sound DVD Super VCD Vi
48. ee 2 a rence I o Heerser t H mNnNGeEr E Settings On is displayed z e Off Not Displayed a e Le 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 Changing to Surround DVD Super VCD Video CD CD This function can only be used when in the Normal and 2 channel mode Make changes to the Surround setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu ANGLE Audio DRC Audio Out 2 Channel Speaker Setting Surround effect from 2 speakers ED aFUMove Bawa Exit Press ANGLE during playback The camera angle changes each time you press the SNOLDNNJ button Settings Off n Notes z z e You can use the Multi Angle function only with discs featuring Factory setting recordings of images shot from different camera angles Note e During Multi Angle playback the ANGLE indicator in the This functions only for audio signals output from the audio output alspiay Nght jack This function is not available for the digital output jack e 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 angles The jacket o
49. efeat 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 system 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 an
50. elow can be played back on this DVD player 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 266 min 484 min 12 cm 5 in single sided 12 cm 5 in double sided DVD VIDEO Digital audio Digital video MPEG 2 eV DEO 8 cm 3 in 41 min single sided 75 min 8 cm 3 in 82 min double sided 150 min Super VCD Super VCD Digital audio MPEG 1 Digital video MPEG 2 40 min 12 cm 5 in single sided Super VCD single Digital audio MPEG 1 Digital video MPEG 2 10 min oise SUPER VIDEO VIDEO 8 cm 3 in single sided VIDEO CD liste COMPACT DIGITAL VIDEO Ab VIDEO CD Digital audio Digital video MPEG 1 Max 74 min 12 cm 5 in single sided VIDEO CD single Digital audio Digital video MPEG 1 Max 20 min 8 cm 3 in single sided CD 12 cm 5 in single sided CD single 8 cm 3 in single sided Digital audio Max 74min COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO Digital audio Max 20 min The disc format logos shown above are found on disc labels or on disc jackets e To prevent malfunction do not use an 8 cm 3 in adaptor for CDs e Discs other than the ones indicated above cannot be played on this unit DVDs that have incompatible region
51. em appears in the Karaoke Setup menu allowing you to select the desired settings 1 Use the cursor button lt gt to select Audio in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a w to set the desired settings Key Vocal Control Partner Settings 1 8 Maximum The values that are actually displayed depend on the disc in question It can also be switched by the AUDIO button on the remote control The above display will then disappear Setting multiplexed or stereo Super VCD Video CD CD Some types of discs are recorded in a multiplexed system Sometimes the DVD player is not able to correctly identify the format so it incorrectly selects the stereo setting In this case you can use this item to correct the setting On an audio multiplexed disc the left channel carries the instrumental and the R channel camies the instrumental and the vocals On a stereo disc the left and right channels both carry the instrumental and the vocals 1 Use the cursor button lt gt to select Disc in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a W to select the audio recording format STEREO or MPX whichever applies to the disc in question Settings STEREO MPX Changing the settings T Press KARAOKE SETUP in order to display the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button lt gt Aa W to change the settings as desired 41 Setting the Language Options DVDs have the capac
52. en 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 Oi 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 pickup 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 Wo AFTER USING DISCS STORE THEM UPRIGHT After playing a disc always remove it from the play
53. er For details on how to select other languages see When Other is selected on this 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 59 Audio1 2 Video Language General Audio Language English Subtitle Language Auto Language On Setup audio language Move WA seret BaMQexit 1 2 3 L Use the cursor buttons to select Other and press ENTER The language selection screen appears Code 0 2 Audio Language List of Languages a Hoot y Setup audio language B Move ay alin Return ig Select Half Exit 2 Use the cursor buttons lt to select either List of Languages or Code 3 if you select List of Languages use the cursor buttons a w to select the language List of Languages ja Japanese y If you select Code use the cursor buttons a v 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 a o o y 4 Press ENTER to set the new language To exit the screen without making any changes press RETURN Selecting a DVD menu
54. er and retum 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 e 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 e 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 e When connecting push all the way into the terminal e Do not use cords with a length of over 3 m e If moisture or dust has collected on the plug wipe it with a soft cloth before connecting 15 cm 6 in dia or more NOLIWIARIOANT TWHNOLLKKIV SNOLLDNN CDNA 57 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 discs and retum the disc table to its original position in the player Then press on the remote control to switch the power to Standby Check that the OFF indication on the display goes off then press POWER
55. er rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Wide range of DVD viewing options Multi Language Subtitles page 42 You can select a subtitle language or tum subtitles off when watching movies or other media with subtitles available Subtitle 2 Spanish Subtitle 1 English HELLO Multiple Languages page 43 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 Dolby Digital 5 1CH 5 1CH Hi ee Le J 2 Spanish Multi Angle page 49 You can view scenes from different camera angles when watching movies or other media with multiple angle playback available ANGLE Heere w w g e w This 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 64 backcover 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 divisi
56. ever 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 If 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 polarized plug e If 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 d
57. f discs that are recorded with angles will be marked with 2 When locations on discs that are recorded with angles are played back the x lt indicator can be displayed To cancel ther indicator set Angle Indicator to Off in the Setup screen Video menu described in the next section 49 Repeat Play pvo super vep video co cp You can repeat an entire title chapter or track or just a part o i i D O E D Hw Repeat play of a chapter track Press REPEAT once during playback of the chapter or track you want to repeat e In some DVDs the descriptions here apply to titles not chapters Repeat play of a title disc Press REPEAT twice during playback of the title or disc you want to repeat e With DVDs the title continues playing until the end and then playback starts once more from the beginning of that title e With Super VCDs Video CDs and CDs a disc is considered a single title so the entire disc is repeated Repeat play of all discs Press REPEAT three times during playback e All discs loaded in the player are repeated e Repeat All cannot be used during playback of the disc with a DVD menu It will be canceled when you start playback of a disc with a DVD menu 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 e When A B is pres
58. f in the On Screen Display setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 31 Video TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field _On Screen Display On OSD Position Off Angle Indicator On ED aFMove Bag exit Settings On Off Factory 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 31 TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field On Screen Display On OSD Position ICE Angle Indicator Normal E Exit EDA Pove Settings Wide Normal Factory Setting SONLLLASOSCINGNVOIGNY DNLLSN fav 35 36 Karaoke Operation Karaoke Entertainment DVD Super VCD Video CD CD This DVD player goes beyond being a simple karaoke machine for sing alongs and includes many functions that are designed to enhance your enjoyment of karaoke Before we explain those functions however let s first leam how to perform the basic operations l
59. for models with a POWER switch to switch the power off and disconnect the power cord Moving this unit with the disc loaded may result in damage to this unit INSTALLATION e Select a stable place to the side of a TV set or stereo system to be connected to the unit e When using the unit with a stereo system install the Speakers a little bit away from the TV e 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 e Do NOT place objects on top of the unit AVOID INSTALLING IN A PLACE THAT IS e Exposed to direct sunlight e Exposed to humidity or where ventilation is poor e Extremely hot or cold e Exposed to vibration e Exposed to dust e Exposed to 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 INA STEREO RACK WITH GLASS DOORS Be sure there is ample space between the unit and the glass doors w
60. ger s voice is not heard or always heard Confirm that the KARAOKE SETUP page 39 and the ONE TOUCH KARAOKE page 38 operations heve been performed correctly There s howling Do not hold the microphone near the speakers page 36 Karaoke operations are not possible or there is no sound from the mic The selected mode is Normal Press the KARAOKE MODE button to select the Karaoke mode DVD Super VCD Video CD CD volume is low n Karaoke mode the volume is low by design This is not a problem with the system page 40 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 NOLIVWIARIOANT TWHNOLLKKIV 61 62 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 high 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 colo
61. ging the key of the music You can change the key of the music through the Karaoke Setup menu without using the KEY CONTROL button on the main unit or the remote control T Use the cursor button lt gt to select Key Control in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a w to select the desired key Vocal Volume Vocal Partner Select Settings 5 The key is raised 4 3 2 1 0 Original key 1 2 3 4 5 The key is lowered Note The key that is set through the Key Control menu item can be changed by using the KEY CONTROL button on the main unit or the remote control page 37 Singing without the guide melody Dolby Digital multiplex compatible DVD karaoke Discs On a disc that includes a separately recorded guide melody you can choose to sing without the guide melody just like a professional singer 1 Use the cursor button lt gt to select Guide M elody in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a w to select OFF Vocal Vocal Select Volume ETA E KA MAX Settings ON OFF To tum the guide melody back on Simply set the Guide Melody menu item to ON Vocal Partner Selecting the desired vocals or language DvD On DVDs some types of discs include up to eight vocals different languages or offer a choice of vocal or no vocal If such a disc is in the DVD player when playing the Audio it
62. gital 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 D D IGITAL 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 dts DIGITAL OUT 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 you to hear voices and other low level audio Signals clearly while lowering strong audio signals like the sound of explosions Karaoke mode This mode is used when you desire to enjoy Karaoke There is no digital output when using in the Karaoke mode Set to the Normal mode when desiring to enjoy movies or music MPEG Short for Moving Picture Experts Group This is an international standard for compression of moving images On some DVDs digital audio has been compressed and recorded
63. h 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 21 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 The batteries are exhausted Replace the exhausted batteries with all new batteries page 8 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 Change the setting from 96kKHz to 48kHz page 33 The disc is dirty Refer to Disc Care page 57 The connection plugs are not inserted fully into the terminals or are not 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 Check to make sure that the audio cables are connected correctly pages 18 and 19 Connection is made to the stereo amplifiers PHONO input terminal
64. have made 2 channel connections to an amplifier or receiver 5 1 Channel Select if you have made 5 1 channel connections to an AV amplifier or receiver with the appropriate inputs When this setting is selected several screens will follow to determine the configuration of your speaker system These screens are described in the section To coordinate your speaker system for 5 1 channel output on this page Not Connected Select if you have not made analog audio connections Factory setting Note Connect the ANALOG AUDIO OUT jacks to the AV amplifier or receiver to use the Karaoke function You cannot use the Karaoke function with the DIGITAL OUT jack To coordinate your speaker system for 5 1 channel output When 5 1 channel is selected in the Analog J acks screen the following screens appear to determine the configuration of your speaker system In all of the following screens select Present if the speaker in question is present in your system and Not Present if it is not Center Speaker Setup Navigator Amp Connection Center Speaker WANA Not Present Center speaker is connected to an amplifier 4 WMove Eleyseclect BA Exit Surround Speakers Setup Navigator Amp Connection Surround Speakers ANA Not Present Surround speakers are connected to an amplifier 4 WMove Aseet BA Exit Sub woofer Setup Navigator Amp Connection Sub woofer W277 N
65. he 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 LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT Fig A 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 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
66. he remote control I While pushing the tab on 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 Sen 3 Close the cover Notes e Do not mix old and new batteries e When replacing batteries use all new batteries e 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 Gq 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 e 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 21 ONISN ROA Names and Functions Front Panel DO o 10 P TOMNCEL ST ovorraer Denen eee SS Cee eee ce Ge 2 D W 49
67. hen 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 e Vf i gt o Gey v ny Eo gt o l a E i e Z CED vra cy SWITCH POWER TO STANDBY 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 off 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 pi
68. her than a set level for all DVDs General Parental Lock Level Change Naan A n oO Q aa aan ana Level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Set Parental Lock RETURN Return BedSelect BEM Exit B Move I Select Level Change in the Parental Lock setting and press ENTER 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 the previous page 2 Use the cursor buttons lt gt 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 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 Setup Navigator Parental Lock Level Change Password Change Setup viewing restrictions Move Mi seet AA Exit T Select Password Change in the Parental Lock setting and press ENTER The screen changes to the password input screen as shown in the section Entering the password on the previous page 2 Enter your Current password
69. here are 6 channels because the sub woofer channel or LFE channel makes up a mere fraction of the total audio soundtrack it has been designated as the 0 1 of the 5 1 system By utilizing the player s internal multichannel audio decoder the audio of Dolby Digital DVDs can be output from the 5 1 channel discrete outputs to an AV amplifier or receiver with 5 1 channel input capability e Use audio cables to make connections from the player s AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH jacks to the equivalent input jacks on the AV amplifier or receiver e When making 5 1 channel analog audio connections be sure to match the left and right channels on both components and also make sure that the jacks of all the channels are connected correctly on both components Either 2 single audio cords or a stereo cord may be used to connect the CENTER and SUB WOOFER channels to the AV amplifier or receiver AV amplifier or receiver SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVINI 19 20 Video Connections This player features S video composite 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 You can use the Setup Navigator in the Setup screen General to set whether you are using a wide screen or standard size TV or monitor page 23 Addit
70. ic Parental Lock Level 8 Detailed setup mode Settings Expert Basic ED AF Move Note Factory setting On screen information only appears in the Basic menu mode Setting Analog Audio Connections to an AV Amplifier or Receiver This player is capable of both 2 channel stereo and 5 1 multichannel surround sound audio output Use this setting to select which analog outputs are connected to an AV component Make adjustments in the Audio Out setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu Audio2 Surround Off Audio DRC Off Ne leKelti 2 Channel Speaker Setting 15 1 Channel Setting up audio output EDA Move Bam exit Settings 2 Channel 5 1 Channel Factory setting Notes e This setting can also be changed by using 5 1 CH MODE on the front panel However this button does not work when the GUI indicator is lit e When 5 1 channel is selected the front right R and front left L audio channels output from the AUDIO OUT 2 CH jacks e If the center or Surround components are not recorded on the disc there will be no output from the CENTER or SURROUND output jacks This is not a malfunction Speaker channels can be verified in the program format indicators in the display e When 5 1 Channel is selected at this setting and Dolby Digital PCM is selected in the Dolby Digital Out setting in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu there is no audio output
71. 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 MENU TOP MENU Cursol buttons RETURN and ENTER PREVIOUS 4 lt NEXT PP Number buttons PLAYBACK CONTROL Example When a DVD that has menu screens is loaded TITLE MENU 1 POP JAZZ COUNTRY R amp B CLASSICAL Example When a Super VCD Video CD that has Playback Control is loaded POP JAZZ COUNTRY R amp B CLASSICAL 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 The operation is prohibited by the player The operation is prohibited by the programming on the disc To open or retum to the DVD or Super VCD Video CD menu screen Although this differs depending on the disc pressing MENU TOP MENU or RETURN during DVD playback or RETURN during Super VCD Video CD playback displays the menu screen Refer to the DVD or Super VCD Video CD disc jacket and accompanying documentation for more information To navigate a menu screen Although individual DVD titles may differ when a menu screen is displayed use the cursor buttons lt gt a and ENTER on the remote control The cursor buttons are used to move arou
72. ing of vocals You can eliminate the vocals on the disc by setting Vocal to OFF Vocals are output when tumed on 1 Use the cursor button lt gt to select Vocal In the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a W to change the settings as desired The vocals will no longer be audible only the music can be heard if set to OFF Vocal Vocal Vocal Partner Select Volume Settings ON OFF Note When tuming off the vocals make sure to tum off the Vocal Partner function Setting the Vocal Partner feature With this feature the vocal of the singer on the disc is silenced while you sing with the microphone when you stop singing the singer s voice becomes audible again This function is useful for learning new songs and for practicing a duet when you are by yourself 1 Use the cursor button lt gt to select Vocal Partner in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a w to select ON Vocal Partner Vocal Vocal Select Volume Settings ON OFF To cancel the Vocal Partner setting 40 Simply change the setting to OFF Notes e To adjust the Vocal Partner volume make the adjustment under Vocal Volume Refer to Adjusting the volume of the vocal e On some discs the volume of the singer may not be reduced by much even when you sing e In the case of software that contains two vocals on a Dolby Digital multiplex compatible DVD kara
73. inneann aR Minijack 3 5 Accessories Remote control nit cee sett eae hearse 1 AA RGP dry cell batteries ccccceceeeeeeeeeseeeessssseeeees 2 PRUICO COO sao atte E EA A eam ce each ees 1 NICO COM eines okt aa Patan once hamid ea Mates ta 1 POW CE COM anora A a 1 Operating INStrUCtiONS cccecccccececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeteeeeeeeees 1 Note The specifications and design of this product are subject to change without notice due to improvement When moving the player Be sure to follow the necessary steps and precautions whenever moving or transporting the player page 58 Published by Pioneer Corporation Copyright 1999 Pioneer Corporation All rights reserved 4 1 Meguro 1 Chome Meguro ku Tokyo 153 8654 J apan P O BOX 1540 Long Beach Califomia 90801 1540 U S A 2265 East 220th Street Long Beach Califomia 90810 U S A TEL 310 952 2111 300 Allstate Parkway M arkham 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 M exico D F C P 03100 TEL 5 688 52 90 lt 99G00 FODO0 gt Printed in J apan lt VRB1233 A gt
74. ionally you can use the TV Screen setting in the Setup screen Video menu page 34 S VIDEO OUT e Make S video connections to a TV or monitor with S video input to produce a high quality video image e Use an S video cable not supplied to connect the output on the player to S video input on the TV or monitor e 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 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 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Make component video connections to a projection monitor projector or TV with component inputs to produce a higher quality video image Use component video cables or 3 video cords not supplied to connect the COMPONENT 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 m
75. ity to contain 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 Chinese model only Please note that if you have completed the Setup Navigator the audio and subtitle language options have automatically been set in accordance with the OSD language the language that appears on the screen In this section you ll be able to e 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 audio languages programmed on a DVD using the remote control page 43 e Change the audio output type when using Super VCDs Video CDs and CDs page 43 e Set preferences for audio and subtitle language page 44 e Set preferences for the language to be displayed by the DVD menu page 45 e Set Auto Language to display subtitles only for foreign films page 45 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 45 e Select the language of subtitles that appear even when the subtitles are tumed off page 45 Note DVDs differ in content and do not all contain multiple language or subtitle information Therefore making settings in this section may have
76. joy karaoke easily with your favorite music ONE TOUCH KARAOKE Press ONE TOUCH KARAOKE The ONE TOUCH KARAOKE indicator lights on the player Press ONE TOUCH KARAOKE once more to cancel this mode Note If you are playing a karaoke disc with vocals on it pressing ONE TOUCH KARAOKE will not necessarily remove the vocals In this case refer to page 40 Changing the setting of vocals Reserving a Desired Song DVD Super VCD Video CD CD You can previously reserve the next song to be played while enjoying karaoke L Perform steps 1 through 9 on page 36 NJ Press PROGRAM 3 Select the disc containing the song to be reserved with DISC 4 Press the number button s to select a song Input the track number with CDs and Super VCDs Video CDs Input the title or chapter number with DVDs e To reserve number 16 press 10 and 6 Disc 16 Programming OK e Inthe case of DVD discs the player automatically determines whether the disc should be played by titles or by chapters the user is unable to select whether playback is performed according to titles or chapters 5 Repeat steps 2 through 4 to reserve other discs and songs After the currently playing song is finished playback of the selected title chapter or track starts Notes e Up to 24 songs can be reserved e Reserved songs play one after the other without SINGLE PLAY page 36 pauses between them e When reserved songs are finishe
77. n 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 e Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure e The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard For Canadian model This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Pour le modele Canadien Cet appareil num rique de la Classe B est conforme a la norme NM B 003 du Canada For Canadian model CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT 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 LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT Features of This Player Compatible with DVD Super VCD IEC standard Video CD and CD formats DVD Super VCD IEC standard Video CD and CD discs that display the logos shown b
78. n menus The procedure for changing the settings in the Setup screen menus is described on page 30 and 31 WAV id HL dN ONLLLS 25 26 Getting Started Using Your DVD Player Playing DVDs Super VCDs Video CDs and CDs DVD Super VCD Video CD CD Before you can start to enjoy the digital audio and video on DVDs be sure that you have either performed the Setup Navigator procedure described in the previous section or made the necessary settings in the Setup screen menus as outlined in the previous section to set up the player to correspond to your home system Having made these settings you are now ready to start using the player to enjoy DVDs Super VCDs Video CDs and CDs 1 Models having a STANDBY ON button on the main unit Press O STANDBY ON on the front panel Models having a POWER switch on the main unit Press POWER on the front panel e When the STANDBY indicator lights you can power on with the remote control 2 Press KARAOKE MODE to select Normal mode Karaoke mode When using the Karaoke function Normal mode When enjoying movies or music e Each time you press this button the setting changes as follows a oma 3 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 The disc tray comes out 4 Load a disc e Load a disc with the label side facing up using the disc tray guide to align the disc e Labels indicating disc numbers 1 through 3 are affixed to the disc tray Press DISC CHANGE to rotate the disc tray and
79. n of the Setup Navigator page 24 You can also manually set the output in the Audio Out setting of the Setup screen Audio 2 menu page 31 Notes e When 5 1 Channel is selected the front right R and front left L audio channels output from the AUDIO OUT 2 CH analog jacks page 31 e The Audio Out setting creates an audio output default for the player If connections are made to both AUDIO OUT 2 CH and AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH analog jacks to make different audio connections for multichannel and stereo audio sources it is possible to switch between 2 channel and 5 1 channel audio output by pressing 5 1 CH MODE on the front panel However this button does not work when the GUI indicator is lit 2 CHANNEL AUDIO OUT e 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 one of the AUDIO OUT 2 CH analog jacks on the player to the audio input on the stereo amplifier or receiver e 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 5 1 CHANNEL AUDIO OUT 5 1 channel audio refers to the current industry surround sound standard requiring two front speakers a center Speaker two surround rear speakers and a sub woofer Although in actuality t
80. nch 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 44 J English en 0514 French fr 0618 German de 0405 es 0519 Dutch nl 1412 Russian ru 1821 Chinese zh 2608 Korean ko 1115 Greek el aa 0101 Abkhazian ab 0102 Afrikaans af Amharic am Arabic ar 0118 a Aymara ay Azerbaijani az 0126 Bashkir ba Byelorussian be Bulgarian bg Bihari bh Bislama bi Bengali bn 0214 Tibetan bo Breton br Catalan ca Corsican co cs cy Danish da Bhutani dz Esperanto eo Estonian et Basque eu Persian fa Finnish fi Fiji fj Faroese fo Frisian fy Irish ga Scots Gaelic gd Galician gl i gn Gujarati gu Hausa ha N O a WN Ul m N gt h g Assamese O N D Q gt o m a gt O olol olol olololol o O1 Oi S BR GW ol GW WD N N N N O N Fl el H ul gt Ul o uj o u O Cc D g 5 Hindi hi 1315 1318 1319 1320 1325 1401 1405 1415 1503
81. nd 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 Super VCD Video CD menu screens e When the Super VCD Video CD has more than one menu pages can be advanced to or returned to with PREVIOUS lt lt or NEXT gt Note If aSuper VCD does not comply with the IEC standards the player may stop unexpectedly when the menu screen is displayed If this happens set the PLAYBACK CONTROL function to OFF and then use the Super VCD To play Super VCDs Video CDs without displaying menu screens Super VCDs Video CDs with Playback Control PBC display a menu screen when play is started It is possible however to playback Super VCDs Video CDs without displaying menu screens When a Super VCD Video CD with PBC is loaded press PLAYBACK CONTROL and then the number button of the track you want to play Improving Picture Quality If the video picture of a DVD or Super VCD Video CD displays a lot of video noise tiny flecks or spots on that appear randomly and briefly on the screen using this player s video noise reduction feature may be able to reduce the amount of video noise and improve the overall quality of the video image HAV id GNC YHNOA ONISN CHAVIS SNILL VNR Press VNR to tum video noi
82. nt Speaker L Speaker R Rear Rear Speaker L Speaker R Sub woofer SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVINI DV K302CD Finally connect to a power outlet 110 127 V 220 240 V DVD V630 Finally connect to a power outlet 120 V Make connections from the AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH on the player to an AV receiver or amplifier with 6 channel discrete input often referred to as 5 1 channel ready or Dolby Digital ready This allows you to use the high quality Dolby Digital decoding capabilities of the player page 19 When making this kind of connection be sure to select 5 1 Channel in the Setup Navigator Analog J acks screen in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu Audio Out setting or by pressing 5 1 CH MODE on the front panel pages 24 and 31 17 Audio Connections This player features two digital optical and coaxial and also analog 2 channel and 5 1 channel audio output connection possibilities 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 bitstre
83. numbers DVD Audio DVD ROM and CD ROM cannot be played on this unit The region number of the player can be found on the rear panel What is Super VCD This player supports the IEC s Super VCD standard Compared to the Video CD standard Super VCD offers Superior picture quality and allows two stereo soundtracks to be recorded Super VCD also supports the widescreen size DE oise SUPER VIDEO VIDEO Compatible with a wide range of DVD digital audio output formats DO mor DIGITAL its DIGITAL OUT 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 Equipped with six channel discrete audio output and an intemal Dolby Digital decoder Enjoy the cinematic surround sound produced by Dolby Digital audio soundtracks without the need for an extemal decoder This player features six channel discrete audio output jacks so you can connect this player directly to an amplifier or receiver with 6 channel discrete input and utilize the player s built in Dolby Digital decoding capabilities Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby AC 3 and
84. o at 96 kHz When this type of disc is encountered even if 96 kHz is selected the player automatically outputs the audio at a compressed rate of 48 kHz MPEG Out This player is capable of outputting the MPEG digital bitstream When the player is connected to an AV component that has a built in MPEG decoder select the MPEG setting Otherwise select MPEG gt PCM to convert the digital signal to the PCM signal the digital Signal output from a CD SONLLLASOSCINGNVOINY DNLLSN fav Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz Mazeo MPEG I MPEG gt PCM Switch MPEG audio output mode Da Move Bawa Exit Settings MPEG MPEG gt PCM Factory Setting 33 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 Please note that changes to the TV Screen setting cannot be made when a disc is playing Stop playback of the disc before attempting to make any changes MACEM 4 3 Letter Box Picture Quality 14 3 Pan amp Scan 116 9 Wide Setup pi
85. o 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 tumed off by pressing SUBTITLE and then CLEAR e The menu settings may look different from the one shown above Selecting the language of forced subtitles Even when the subtitles are tumed off some DVDs will nevertheless display them on the screen This setting allows you to select the language of the subtitles to be displayed with this type of DVD 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 31 Audiot 2 Video Language General Audio Language English Subtitle Language English Auto Language On DVD Language English Subtitle Display On O gt subtitie ort witha I Selected Subtitle EBDA Move Bawa Exit Settings With Audio Selected Subtitle Factory setting Note The menu settings may look different from the one shown above SNOLLDO 2DVNONV 1 SH ONLLLAS Advanced Functions This player is compatible with DVD Super VCD Video CD and CD disc formats Users already familiar with Super VCD Video CD or CD will already be familiar
86. oke disc the Vocal Partner feature works on the vocal that is selected through the Vocal Select menu item Refer to Selecting the vocal Selecting the vocal Dolby Digital multiplex compatible DVD karaoke Discs If atrack has two vocals this item appears in the Karaoke Setup menu allowing you to select the desired vocal T Use the cursor button lt gt to select Vocal Select in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a w to select the desired vocal Vocal Select Vocal Partner Settings V1 amp 2 Vocal 1 and 2 V1 Vocal 1 V2 Vocal 2 MIX Vocal 1 amp 2 mixed Notes e If V1 amp 2 is set vocal 1 plays on the left channel and vocal 2 plays on the right channel If MIX is selected both vocals play in monaural on channels 1 and 2 e The Vocal or Vocal Partner setting must be ON e When the Vocal Partner function is on the vocals are played back in mono even if V1 amp 2 are set Adjusting the volume of the vocal You can adjust the volume of the vocal in order to optimize its usefulness for karaoke practice Turn on the Vocal or Vocal Partner function 1 Use the cursor button lt gt to select Vocal Volume in the Karaoke Setup menu 2 Use the cursor button a w to set the volume as desired Guide Vocal Vocal Vocal Melody Partner Select Volume Settings MAX M aximum Vv Vs MIN Minimum Chan
87. on for some 1 Press LAST MEMORY during play DVDs The LAST MEMORY indicator lights on the player 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 2 Press totum the power to standby or stop erased playback with STOP m Even with a disc you have memorized with Last Memory playback begins at the start of the disc Once memonized the memorized point on a DVD if you ae Lege S I will be recalled even if the power is turned off or if A l the disc is ejected Points on up to five DVDs can This function is possible for DVDs and Video CDs only and cannot be used with Super VCDs and be memorized and those points are recalled the CDs next time they are played back e With Video CDs the location in playback where LAST MEMORY was pressed is cleared when the disc is changed or ejected To clear the Last Memory location Press LAST MEMORY then CLEAR while Last Memory is still being displayed on the screen The LAST MEMORY indicator disappears from the display window 53 M emorizing Settings for Often Viewed DVDs Condition Memory 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 appears in the display When
88. onitor projector or TV TV SYSTEM switch DV K302CD only Video output changes as follows according to the playback disc s recorded format NTSC PAL PAL gt NTSC conversion is possible on Super VCDs Video CDs PAL gt 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 Position of TV SYSTEM switch Type Format DVD NTSC NTSC MOD PAL NTSC w mm rm noas mse eat WTSCorPat About MOD Modulation PAL e 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 e If your PAL TV does not have a V Hold control you may not be able to view NTSC disc because the picture may roll If the TV has a V Hold control adjust it until the picture stops rolling On some TVs the picture may shrink vertically leaving black bands at the top and bottom of the screen This is nota malfunction it is caused by the NTSC 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 f mark you can control the player
89. ons 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 1 nan Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Super VCD Video CD CD Super VCDs Video CDs and CDs are divided into units referred to as tracks Super VCD and 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 Super VCDs Video CDs with PBC Playback Control also contain menus recorded on the disc which enable easy access to the contents of the disc When played back on a DVD player Super VCDs 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 Super VCD Video CD Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 How to Proceed in This M anual DVD is an incredible format that presents the highest quality digital audio and video available today Because using the DVD player and DVDs may be confusing at first following the order below should help you get through the important st
90. ot Present Sub woofer is connected to an amplifier 4 WMove Eleyseclect BA Exit Settings Present Not Present Factory setting Note If Not Present is selected for both Center Speaker and Surround Speaker Sub woofer is automatically set to Not Present and the Sub woofer screen is not displayed Setting digital audio connections to an AV amplifier or decoder The Digital J ack screen establishes whether digital connections have been made to an AV amplifier receiver or extemal decoder As there are numerous options available please refer to the instructions Supplied with the component the player is connected to to determine what digital audio formats can be decoded If you have made no digital connections select Not Connected ST MNEN E O LAEN Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Digital MPEG Dolby D DTS MPEG PCM Not Connected Compatible with Dolby Digital Pove BEasclect BaMexit Amp Connection Digital Jack Settings Dolby Digital Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Digital MPEG Dolby D DTS MPEG PCM Not Connected Factory setting Note The Karaoke function cannot be used with the DIGITAL OUT jack Setting compatibility with 96 kHz output The 96 kHz PCM Audio screen establishes whether or not the AV component the player is connected to is capable of processing an audio signal with a sampling rate of 96 kHz This screen only appears if connections have been made to an external AV com
91. 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 20 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 to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the right position page 20 ATTENUATOR switch Usually set to OFF Switch it ON if the sound is distorted when enjoying Karaoke page 37 9 AUDIO OUT 2 CH 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 page 19 AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH jacks Use to output 6 discrete audio channels of decoded digital audio to a receiver or amplifier with discrete audio inputs page 19 1 AC IN power cord connection terminal Use to connect the power cord to the wall outlet page 16 SNOLDNN ANV SSINIVN Remote Control 009V SOGO OOQ Pioneer LAST CONDITION OPEN CLOSE MEMORY MEMORY B AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE DISPLAY cJ D CIs E SETUP MENU T E L CE SE OO OPPO QOVOOOO Vo O Buttons indicated with are used for menu operation
92. p screen Language menu Audio Language English Subtitle Language English Auto Language ifeyy 1 Off Play dialog etc in original language Display subtitles when needed EDA Move Exit Settings On Off Factory setting Notes e The Auto Language function operates only when this function is set to On and the languages set for the Audio Language and Subtitle Language settings are the same e The menu settings may look different from the one shown above Selecting subtitles assist subtitles or no subtitles Use this function to tum the subtitles on or off Additionally some DVDs provide assist subtitles that provide additional explanations of scenes in addition to the standard subtitles for viewers who are hard of hearing Select Assist Subtitle to display these subtitles on DVDs where this function is offered Make changes to the Subtitle Display setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 31 Language Audio Language English Subtitle Language English Auto Language On DVD Language English SS EN ag On Subtitle Off l Off J Assist Subtitle D a9 Move Bag exit 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 set to On e This setting serves as a default as whether or not t
93. ponent as determined in previous screens Setup Navigator Amp Connection it 96 kHz PCM Audio Yes Don t Know Digital jack not compatible with 96 kHz Yoe AM seect Exit Settings No Select if the connected AV component cannot process an audio signal with a sampling rate of 96 kHz Yes Select if the connected AV component can process an audio signal with a sampling rate of 96 kHz Don t Know Select if you are uncertain whether the connected AV component can process an audio signal with a sampling rate of 96 kHz Factory setting Confirming the settings The Exit Setup Navigator is the final screen in the Setup Navigator Setup Navigator Exit Setup Navigator Invalid Redo Confirm setup adjustments Poe EiGdselect MA Exit Settings Valid Select to have the player make all of the necessary audio video and language settings according to your responses in the Setup Navigator Invalid Select to exit the Setup Navigator without changing any of the system settings Redo Select to retum to the OSD Language Chinese model only or the TV Type screen of the Setup Navigator and do the settings again Factory setting To exit the Setup screen When you have completed setting up the player using the Setup Navigator or if you exit the Setup Navigator the Setup screen General menu appears Press Setup to close the Setup screen To change other player settings in the Setup scree
94. priate audio mix to the speakers present in your system Rear Panel D OG WOC O H 10 aD M a a a ee ee a ee 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 18 2 CONTROL IN jack Use to connect this player to another component bearing the Pioneer fm mark This lets you control this unit as though it were a component in a system Player operations are then performed by pointing the remote control at the component that the player is connected to page 21 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 21 The TV SYSTEM switch is not present on DVD V630 4 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 jack be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position page 20 5 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 jack be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position page 20 AC IN 6 VIDEO OUT SELECT switch Use to set which
95. r page 23 Additionally you can use the TV Screen setting in the Setup screen Video menu page 34 Notes e When making connections to this unit or when changing connections check that the unit is in standby off by pressing STANDBY ON POWER and unplug the power cord from the power outlet e 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 viaa VCR or record and playback the contents of a disc with a VCR the playback picture may not be normal VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT CONTROL TV SYSTEM VIDEO OUT N PAL SELECT NTSC AUTO oo o a o i 1 1 lee Video cord Included TV or monitor S VIDEO IN Make video connections 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 amr AC IN Audio cord Included gt DV K302CD Finally connect to a power outlet 110 127 V 220 240 V DVD V630 Finally connect to a power outlet 120 V Make audio connections from one of 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 When music sounds distorted during Karaoke
96. r 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 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 transmitted 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 Digital output Optical 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 Dolby Di
97. ress and hold REV lt lt lt lt lt lt on the front panel during playback e Release REV lt lt when you reach the desired location Normal playback resumes e When the Scan indicator on the screen changes from flashing to lit fast reverse scanning will continue even if the button is released When the desired location has been reached press PLAY Stopping Playback and Switching Power Off DVD Super VCD Video CD CD I Press STOP m on the front panel Playback stops 2 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 The disc tray comes out The tray rotates and the disc that was playing is located towards the front on the left side of the table 3 Press DISC CHANGE to remove all the discs 4 Press on the remote control The disc tray goes back in 5 Models having a POWER switch on the main unit Check that the OFF indication on the display goes off then press POWER on the front panel Resuming playback from where you stopped DVD Video cD Resume play is possible only in Normal mode With this player it is possible to resume play of a DVD or Video CD when play has been stopped Press STOP m once to enable play to resume from a point shortly before the DVD Video CD was stopped when PLAY gt is pressed again HAV id GNC YHNOA ONISN CHAVIS SNILL e To begin disc playback from the beginning press STOP m twice to turn off resume playback and then Start playback again e When STOP m is pre
98. s Please note however that you cannot go forward using the cursor button so it will be necessary to answer all the questions that occur after the screen that was retumed to To exit the Setup Navigator Press SETUP while on any of the screens to exit the Setup Navigator Please note that if the Setup Navigator is exited before all the questions are answered no settings are changed To retum to the Setup screen Press RETURN The Setup Navigator is exited and the Setup screen General menu screen appears Please note that no settings are changed if RETURN is pressed before the Setup Navigator is finished Setting the OSD Language On Screen Display Language Chinese model only The OSD Language screen establishes the OSD language or on screen display language which refers to the language that is used by the player in menus and on screen messages Additionally the language that is established at this setting will also be used for the default audio and subtitle language General Setup Navigator Language OSD Language wiz Setup player s OSD language Move Aseet BA Exit Settings iz English Factory setting Note In addition to setting the OSD language the audio and subtitle language are also set at this time If you wish to change the audio or subtitle language to a different language make changes in the Setup screen Language menu Audio Language and Subtitle Language
99. s Press and hold to perform fast forward scanning page 28 1 gt play button Press to start or resume playback pages 26 and 28 2 11 pause button Press during playback to pause Press again to resume playback page 47 gt O0 Q 3 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 return to the beginning of the disc if playback Starts again Resume play is possible only in Normal mode page 29 PLAYBACK CONTROL button and indicator Use to switch the playback control for the Super VCD Video CD on or off page 27 15 KARAOKE MODE button and indicator Use to switch between Karaoke mode and Normal mode pages 26 and 36 ONE TOUCH KARAOKE button and indicator Use to switch One Touch Karaoke mode on or off page 38 D 5 1 CH MODE button and indicator Press to switch the audio output between 5 1 channel audio and 2 channel audio It is also possible to set the default audio output in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu pages 24 and 31 Display window Displays system information page 12 Disc tray When loading discs place discs in the disc tray with the label side facing up pages 26 and 29 Q0 Remote sensor Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the player page 9 21 MIC1 MIC2 and MIC CONTROL jacks Use to connect a microphone pages
100. se reduction on e Press VNR again to tum video noise reduction off 27 Chapter Track Skip Forw ard Skip Back pvpysuper vep video coc PREVIOUS l4 lt 4 NEXT gt gt Forward and Reverse Scanning DVD Super VCD Video CD CD REV lt lt 28 Advancing to the next chapter track Press NEXT gt gt gt gt gt gt on the front panel e Press to skip forward to the next chapter track e When a CD is loaded you can advance more than one track forward by pressing and holding NEXT gt and releasing when the desired track number appears in the display Skipping back to the previous chapter track Press PREVIOUS a lt lt on the front panel e Press once to skip back to the start of the chapter track currently playing e 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 ka and releasing when the desired track number appears in the display Fast forward scanning Press and hold FWD gt gt gt gt gt ei on the front panel during playback e Release FWD gt when you reach the desired location Normal playback resumes e 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 P
101. sed a second time the disc retums to the location where A B was pressed first and plays the selected section repeatedly e You can only perform A B repeat within the same title e This function is not possible with Super VCD 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 retum to the specified location press PLAY gt e This function is not possible with Super VCD To clear the specified location Press CLEAR to cancel repeat play or to clear the Specified location that was set using A B Notes e With some DVD discs there may be times when repeat playback is not possible In these cases the Ne mark will appear on the screen e With Super VCDs Video CDs repeat play is not possible when the menu is displayed PBC playback To perform repeat play start playback without displaying a menu by pressing PLAYBACK CONTROL and then press REPEAT e Playing back a DVD with menu during A B repeat play will cancel the repeat function Setting the Parental Lock Level This player lets you set the Parental Lock if the DVD has a parental lock level recorded on it With 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 paren
102. setting appears with the setting indicator lit 6 Press the cursor button to enter the setting options Example Dolby Digital Out WUA EU DTS Out l Dolby Digital PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM Output Dolby Digital Vroe Aisecc A Exit e 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 e 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 7 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 lt 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 O 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
103. settings in the Language menu in this section cannot be made when a disc is playing Stop playback of the disc before attempting to make any changes 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 TTT TETS English Subtitle Language Other Auto Language On Setup audio language B AF Move Bama Exit Settings English Other For details on how to select other languages see When Other is selected on this 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 Make changes to the Subtitle Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu Audio Language English EMGAR UE CGE English Auto Language lOther Setup disc s subtitle language D A Vove Bawa Exit Settings English Oth
104. ssed RESUME appears in the display for as long as resume playback is possible If the function is canceled RESUME disappears and the disc format appears in the display Note e 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 53 e Resume play is not possible in Karaoke mode e If the player is switched to Karaoke mode after resume play is set in Normal mode resume play is canceled e Resume play is cancelled if the PLAYBACK CONTROL is tumed ON OFF while resume play is set e Resume play is not possible with Super VCD and CDs e For some discs playback may not start from the position at 29 which it was stopped Adjusting Audio and Video Settings 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 setting up for the first time It is recommended to set up player using the Setup Navigator page 20 If you selected Not Used when the Setup Navigator appears you may still set up the player using the
105. stem 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 Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DIKON l Off 96kHz PCM Out DTS MPEG Out MPEG PCM Switch DTS audio output mode D AF Move E Exit Settings Off DTS Factory Setting Note 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 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 gt 48 kHz compresses the signal to a standard signal with a sampling rate of 48 kHz Audio1 Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off lta eke elt kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out l 96kHz Switch 96 kHz audio output mode D FMove Bama exit Settings 96 kHz gt 48 kHz 96 kHz Factory Setting Note On DVDs that contain copy protection it may not be possible to playback the audi
106. stem representation on the right e If you have already completed the Setup Navigator screen side of the screen will appear in blue Operations the settings on this page have already been set by When On is selected for a speaker or pair of speakers the the player icons for those speakers tum yellow in the speaker system e If you have not made connections to the 5 1 CH OUT jacks on representation on the right side of the screen the rear panel of the player it is not necessary to make any If Off is selected for both Center Speaker and Surround changes to this setting Speaker Sub woofer is automatically set to Off e When the sub woofer is On the low range components of 1 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to select the the center and surround signals will be mixed in the LFE signal speaker and output from the SUB WOOFER Jack E Heth rbuttorispr d th e When the sub woofer is Off the low range components of very SE CUBOF OU a PERE S S the center and surround signals will be mixed in the L and R selected speaker changes in the following order signals and output from the front speakers PE eile 4 Surround lt gt Sub woofer lt p c ma CALs a A Return ap Aii seect Ei Exit About source audio output When the source input mode has been switched between the 5 1 CH and 2 CH mode settings using the Audio Out setting in the Setup screen Au
107. sword for the first time or changing it you will be asked to reenter your password When using the number buttons to confirm the password the numbers appear as asterisks and the cursor advances automatically to the next position a HOE y Enter 4 Digit Code B Move APY Aii Return Mi Exit 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 General Parental Lock Register Code Number oone m Enter 4 Digit Code Move Garay Return Baty 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 56 Please note that this procedure resets the system and clears all Saved settings not just the password 51 52 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 rat
108. t be played if the disc table is opened during program playback Press PLAY to continue program playback e If you press PROGRAM when playing a Super VCD video CD with PBC with Playback Control on the disc stops playing and PBC operation switches off To cancel a program set playback Control to on during program execution e The PROGRAM button does not work while a disc is being read Making Settings on the Karaoke Setup Menu DVD Super VCD Video CD CD When you press KARAOKE SETUP a menu of the karaoke functions that you can set for the disc that is being played back appears on the screen You can then set these functions as desired Displaying the Karaoke Setup menu KARAOKE SETUP Press KARAOKE SETUP The karaoke setup menu appears Depending on the type of disc that is being played back the Karaoke Setup menus that might be displayed are listed below lt Dolby Digital multiplex compatible DVD karaoke Disc gt The menu display varies depending on whether a guide melody is available and on the vocal select 1 or 2 lt Other DVD Disc gt Partner Audio is displayed for discs having two or more audio lt Super VCD Video CD Audio Multiplexed Disc gt Key Vocal Vocal Control Partner Volume Vocal Partner When you are done press KARAOKE SETUP to exit the Karaoke Setup menu Note 2 Pressing the RETURN and AUDIO buttons will also cancel the menu 39 Changing the sett
109. tal lock level Make changes to the Parental Lock setting in the Setup screen General menu Please note that changes to the Parental Lock level cannot be made when a disc is playing Stop playback of the disc before attempting to make any changes Setup Menu Mode Basic Setup Navigator UCase Level Change Password Change Setup viewing restrictions EDA Move Bama exit 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 password has been correctly input by using the cursor buttons lt a w or the number buttons on the remote control and ENTER has been pressed Parental Lock Register Code Number am a JABE d Current Level Level3 Disc Level Level6 B Move Available Till Stop APH Return EEx 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 v or the number buttons on the remote control to select a number between 0 and 9 You can also use the number buttons to enter the numbers directly When entering your pas
110. tennasystem extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets 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 may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result ina 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 servicing to qualified service personnel DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this product fromthe wall outletand referservicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions e When the power supply cord or plug is damaged e If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product e If the product has been exposed to rain or water e If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way e Whent
111. 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 Color of indicator O omeen Al compat formats Notes e If a setting applicable only to DVDs is changed while a Super VCD Video CD or CD is loaded a blue DVD icon appears in the upper nght 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 e The blue indicator is shown for the TV Screen but the aspect can be switched for Super VCD IMPORTANT Changing the Setup Screen to 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 and helpful on screen information identified by the G mark 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 In this manual functions that are contained in the Expert menu mode are identified by the icon Make changes to the Setup M enu Mode setting in the Setup screen General menu General pot OMIT ele CEI Expert Setup Navigator Bas
112. the top menu programmed on the DVD Depending on the DVD the top menu may be identical to the DVD menu page 27 20 MENU button Use to display or close the DVD menu screen page 27 21 RETURN 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 27 31 and 52 22 Cursor buttons lt gt a Use to move through the options on menu screens and to change settings pages 22 26 and 30 23 ENTER button Use to implement settings selected with the cursor buttons or to set items highlighted in a menu pages 22 26 and 30 24 PLAY gt button Press to start disc playback pages 26 and 29 SNOLDNN ANV SSINIVN 25 STEP SLOW lt 11 11 gt buttons Press STEP SLOW 11 gt during playback to view Slow playback In pause mode press STEP SLOW 11m to advance DVDs and Super VCDs Video CDs frame by frame and STEP SLOW 11 to back up a few frames at atime Reverse STEP SLOW is not possible with a Super VCD Video CD page 47 26 STOP m button Press to stop playback In Normal mode pressing once enables playback to resume from a point Shortly before the location where it was stopped Pressing twice causes the disc to retum to the beginning of the disc when playback starts again page 29 27 CLEAR button Works in conjunction with a number of player functions Use to cancel repeat page 50 SEARCH MODE button
113. then load a disc onto the disc tray e The number of DISC CHANGE correspond with the buttons on the labels affixed to the disc tray 5 Press PLAY gt on the front panel e The disc tray closes and the disc located in the front on the left side of the disc tray is played e Press one of the DISC 1 through 3 to begin playback of the selected disc e Depending on the disc a menu may be displayed If a menu is displayed proceed to step 6 Select the item you want to view e When a DVD is loaded Use the cursor buttons lt a w to select the item then press ENTER You may also be able to use the number buttons for direct selection Depending on the disc you may not be able to use the number buttons e When a Super VCD or Video CD is loaded Use the number buttons to select the item Notes e 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 33 e The TV screen size is factory set to present the wide screen format 16 9 aspect ratio 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 34 When a menu screen is displayed Menu screens are displayed for DVDs that have menu screens or Super VCDs Video CDs that
114. title Bottom Row bitstream transmission rate level SNOLDNNJ Disc information Top Row disc number track number elapsed time of current track 55 CD Track Information EW Oe eA Track 3 29 3 32 Top Row disc number track number track time Bottom Row remaining time of current track and total time of current track Disc information 1 2 0 03 6 29 6 32 Top Row disc number track number total number of tracks on CD total elapsed time of CD Bottom Row remaining time of CD total time of CD 4 Display off Video CD with PBC disabled Disc information 5 10 20 19 2 38 22 57 Top Row disc number 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 Play 5 20 19 Track 2 38 4 40 E Top Row disc number track number total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row track time total time of current track Track information Play Oe ak Track 2 02 4 40 Top Row disc number track number total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row remaining time of track total time of current track 4 Display off Press DISPLAY 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
115. uage Subsequent presses rotates through the audio languages available on the DVD Notes e You cannot switch languages if there is only one language recorded on the disc Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to e Switching the audio language may not be possible with some titles In this case the mark is displayed switch the audio type e For some titles selection can be made using the DVD menu In these cases press MENU to display the DVD menu screen and then make your selection In Normal mode the audio changes according to the diagram above Changing Audio Type Super VCD Video CD CD Super VCD Karaoke mode For enjoyment of karaoke or similar format Super VCDs 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 Video CD CD Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to Switch the audio type In Karaoke mode the audio changes according to the diagram above 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 This function is possible only in Normal mode SNOLLADO DVNONV 1 SHL ONLLLAS AA 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 Please note that changes to the
116. verse forward buttons During playback of DVD Super VCD and Video CD press FWD gt to perform fast forward scanning Press REV lt lt to perform fast reverse scanning of DVD Super VCD and Video CD When a CD is loaded audio scanning is performed page 28 Qu pause button Press to pause playback of a disc Press again to resume playback page 47 Number buttons 1 9 O 10 Use to perform direct title and chapter track searches and to input numerical values pages 27 38 and 48 7 PROGRAM button You can use this button to program up to 24 subsequent tracks while you are singing page 38 2 REPEAT button Press to repeat playback page 50 3 VNR button Press to tum on the video noise reduction function page 27 PLAYBACK CONTROL button Use to switch the playback control for the Super VCD Video CD on or off page 27 5 OPEN CLOSE 4 button Press to open or close the disc tray pages 26 and 29 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 54 7 DISPLAY button Press during playback to display statistical disc information Press repeatedly to display different information page 55 ANGLE button Some DVDs are recorded with various camera angle playback options Press ANGLE repeatedly to display different camera angles page 49 TOP MENU button Press to call up
117. you start playing the disc the memorized settings are automatically recalled CONDITION MEMORY CLEAR Press CONDITION MEMORY during playback Settings are memorized for the disc currently playing The following 9 settings are memorized Function mode Normal or Karaoke page 26 Video Noise Reduction page 27 OSD Position page 35 Multi Language subtitles page 42 M ulti Language page 43 Picture Quality page 46 Direct search page 48 M ulti Angle page 49 Parental Lock Level page 51 When a disc that has memorized settings is loaded Condition Memory will appear on the screen and the previously memorized settings will be selected Erasing the memorized settings Press CONDITION MEMORY then CLEAR while Condition Memory is still being displayed on the screen The CONDITION MEMORY indicator disappears from the display window Notes e Settings are stored in memory for use any time e 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 e If you make changes to any of the settings memorized in Condition Memory press CONDITION MEMORY during playback to memorize new settings e Switching of the multi language mode etc is automatic on
118. ype of search changes with each press as follows ooo Chapter Track e 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 e To select number 3 press 3 e To select number 10 press 1 then O e To select number 87 press 8 then 7 When performing a time search e To select 21 minutes 43 seconds press 2 1 4 then 3 e To select 1 hour 14 minutes press 7 4 O then 0 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 e 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 e With some DVDs the search operation may not be possible and may stop shortly after being performed In this case the mark is displayed e Time search is not possible with Super VCDs CDs e When performing DVD time search playback may start from a Slightly different time than that specified e Time search is not possible during when the disc is stopped on DVDs e Search using SEARCH MODE does not work during PBC playback of Super VCDs Video CDs Changing the type of direct search DVD You can select the type of search direct search by pressing the Number buttons directly Make changes in the Direct Search setting in the Setup screen General manu

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