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Pioneer DV-C302D User's Manual

1. VIDEO OUT e Make composite video connections to a standard TV or monitor with a video input jack e Use the supplied video cable to connect one of the VIDEO OUT jacks on the player to the video input on the TV or monitor e Be sure to match the color of the plug with the color of the jack yellow e When using this jack be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position DV C302D TV or monitor TV or monitor COMPONENT VIDEO OUT e Make component video connections to a projection monitor projector or TV with component inputs to produce a higher quality video image e 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 e When making component video connections make Sure to set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to the right to assign component video output Projection monitor projector or TV 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 as though it were a compon
2. T Press PROGRAM The Program screen appears 2 Use the number buttons or DISC 1 through 3 to enter a disc number e If this is the first step you are programming the number of the disc that is currently in the play position will appear automatically e If the player has already read the contents of the disc you want to program the disc information appears in the box on the right side of the screen type of disc number of titles chapters tracks etc If the player has not yet read the disc then appears in the box for disc type e If you want to program the entire selected disc proceed to step 7 3 Use the cursor buttons gt to select the Title Track field 4 Use the number buttons to enter the numbers of the title or tracks in the order you want to program them in e For DVDs this number will be a disc title for Video CDs and CDs a track number e To enter title track 6 press 6 To enter title track 14 press 1 4 Example D Program Dise DVD Total 37 Title 6 KEY Page D Yoe MPa EN Exit Notes e If the current disc is a DVD and you want to program chapters proceed to the next step e If the current disc is a Video CD or CD or if you want to program entire titles on a DVD proceed to step 7 5 Use the cursor buttons gt to select the Chapter field Use the number buttons to enter the nu
3. T Press LAST MEMORY during playback The LAST MEMORY indicator lights in the display window 2 Press to tum the power to standby or stop playback with STOP m Once memorized the memorized point on a DVD will be recalled even if the power is tumed off or if the disc is ejected Points on up to five DVDs can be memorized and those points are recalled the 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 Resuming playback from where LAST MEMORY was pressed CT CE ESD CO amp 1 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 e Last Memory mode may not function for some DVDs If you register more than five DVDs details of the latest disc are memorized while details of the least recent disc the disc you registered first is erased Even with a disc you have memorized with Last Memory playback begins at the start of the disc if you press PLAY gt This function is possible for DVDs and Video CDs only and cannot be used with CDs To clear the Last Memor
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5. 54 Resetting the Player to System Settings 54 Additional Information 0000 55 DISE Cane ssiesies ts eata bias aeeeae cones ei tnaee 55 For Proper and Long Use of This Unit 56 Language Code LISt cccsssssssssseseeeeeeeeeees 57 Troubleshooting 0ccccceeceeseseeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 58 MOM Mis E EE E AEEA 60 Before Using Checking Accessories Please confirm that the following were received with the player Audio cord Video cord Power cord AA R6P batteries Operating instructions this manual Remote control operation Preparing the Remote Control Inserting batteries into the 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 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 When operating the remote control point it at the remote sensor fl located on the player s front pan
6. PCM when you have made connections to an amplifier or receiver with a Dolby Pro Logic decoder or a Digital Analog Converter DAC ye ya eel mela Dolby Digital DTS Out I Dolby Digital PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM Switch Dolby Digital audio mode ED AF Move Bama Exit Settings Dolby Digital Dolby Digital gt PCM Factory setting DTS Out This player is capable of outputting DTS digital audio for DVDs recorded in DTS When this player is connected to an AV component that has a built in DTS decoder select DTS If your system is not equipped to decode DTS select Off Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your audio components if you are unsure about compatibility with DTS Audio1 Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital Off 96kHz PCM Out DTS MPEG Out MPEG gt PCM Switch DTS audio output mode D AF Move Bama 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 without decoding the output is digital noise that could potentially cause damage to your Speakers 96kHz 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
7. 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 when opening the disc table using the remote control If the disc table opens against strong resistance such as a closed glass door damage to the unit may result CONDENSATION Moisture may form in the operating section of the player if the player is brought f
8. 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 Tere K am OGKHZ gt 48kHz MPEG Out 96kHz Switch 96 kHz audio output mode ED a9 Move Bata Exit Settings 96 kHz gt 48 kHz 96 kHz Factory Setting Note On DVDs that contain copy protection it may not be possible to play back the audio 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 Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz I MPEG gt PCM Switch MPEG audio output mode DA Move Bava exit Settings MPEG MPEG gt PCM Factory Setting 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 selec
9. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE IMPORTANT NOTICE For U S and Canadian models The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area This is for your security CAUTION This product satisfies FCC regulations when Shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions use shielded cables and connectors for connections This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and re
10. Frame OSD Position J Auto Angle Indicator On D A Pove E 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 SLOW I1 for about 2 seconds 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 SLOW lt i and Ie 94 1 16 1 8 1 4 1 2 l gt Press and hold STEP SLOW 11 during DVD playback e Slow playback in the reverse direction is engaged e In the reverse direction the playback speed cannot be adjusted 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 1 Press PAUSE 2 Press STEP SLOW lt i or 11 STEP SLOW ie The picture advances one frame each time the button is pressed STEP SLOW 11 For DVDs only the picture backs up 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 o
11. 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 below in the section To coordinate your speaker system for 5 1 channel output Not Connected Select if you have not made analog audio connections Factory setting 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 General Setup Navigator Amp Connection Center Speaker Not Present Center speaker is connected to an amplifier 4 WMove BiEysclect A Exit Surround Speakers General a Setup Navigator Amp Connection Surround Speakers Not Present Surround speakers are connected to an amplifier yuo Bieyselect AE Sub woofer General Setup Navigator Amp Connection Sub woofer Not Present Sub woofer is connected to an amplifier WMove AMiseect Exit Settings Present Not Present Factory setting Note If Not Present is selected for both Center Speaker an
12. 2 single cords or another stereo Make connections from the DIGITAL l audio cord OUT coaxial on the player to the 5 IB not included Finally connect to a digital coaxial input on an AV Ef ti power outlet receiver amplifier or other a gt 120 V component with intemal multichannel decoding capabilities page 17 aena Make connections from the 9 OO AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH on the player to an AV receiver or y amplifier with 6 channel AV amplifier or discrete input often referred rove 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 18 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 22 and 31 Front Front Center Rear Rear Speaker L Speaker R Speaker Speaker L Speaker R DIGITAL IN nO Sub woofer 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 out
13. 56 NOLIWIARIOANI Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment Now it s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion and most importantly without affecting your sensitive hearing Sound can be deceiving Over time your hearing comfort level adapts to higher volumes of sound So what sounds normal can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts To establish a safe level e Start your volume control at a low setting e Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly and without distortion Once you have established a comfortable sound level e Set the dial and leave it there Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent hearing damage or loss in the future After all we want you listening for a lifetime We Want You Listening For A Lifetime Used wisely your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late this man
14. CD Bottom Row remaining time of Video CD total time of Video CD Track information Top Row disc number track number total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row track time total time of current track Track information Top Row disc number track number total elapsed time of Video CD Bottom Row remaining time of track total time of current track Press DISPLAY during while a disc is stopped to display DVD title and chapter information or Video CD and CD track information Press DISPLAY again to tum the display off Information about the titles and chapters or tracks ona disc is displayed When the information exceeds the Space on the screen use the cursor buttons lt gt to move to other screens DVD Information DVD Title ter Title Chapter 01 02 03 04 05 CD and Video CD Information Compact Disc Total Time Track Time 01 3 32 02 2 58 EN Exit DVD information When a DVD is loaded each title and the number of chapters within each title is displayed CD and Video CD information When a CD or Video CD is loaded the total time of the disc and the time of each track on the disc is displayed SNOLODNNAN CEDNWCIV 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 Make changes to the Background Color setting in the Setup screen General menu in the Expert menu mode
15. 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 LA a 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 must not be blocked or covered The openings should neverbe blocked by placing
16. Digital Theater Systems Inc 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 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 Setup Navigator E language adjustments set Not Used automatically by the player Q Setting up using the Setup Navigator using the Setup Navigator Pove PUEyselect Batexit page 20 General Setup Navigator Set up the on screen Speaker system to match your home audio system in the Audio 2 menu for ideal presentation of multichannel audio page 32 Wide range of DVD viewing options Multi Language Subtitles page 35 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 36 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 CH 5 1CH 1 English Audio 2 Spanish Multi Angle page 43 You can view scenes from different camera angles when watching movies or
17. 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 Subtitle Subtitles are language titles superimposed on movies or other media Up to 32 different subtitle languages can be recorded on a DVD disc The subtitle function can be used to select the language of your choice S video Connecting the S video output on the player to a TV or monitor with S video input via an S video cable produces clearer picture reproduction by sending separate signals for the luminance and the color These signals are then combined by the television to produce a better quality picture System control When you connect this player via a cord with a mini plug to another Pioneer component such as a receiver or an amplifier bearing the mark you can control the player as though it were a component in a system To control the player point the players remote control at the component that the player is connected to and not the player itself Time number The time number corresponds to the elapsed playback time of a disc from its beginning When using the time search function use the time number to locate scenes that occur at the time selected Title number DVD discs are divided into units referred to as title
18. 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 e When making this kind of connection be sure to press 5 1 CH MODE on the front panel to select 2 channel analog audio output pages 22 and 31 DV C302D Stereo amplifier or receiver 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 there 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 compo
19. channels of the 5 1channel jacks Check that the correct output is selected page 31 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 NOLIWIARIOANI WNOLLKKIV 59 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 color signal of the TV is divided into the luminance Y signal and the color Pg and Pr signals and then output In this way mutual interference of each signal is avoided On a TV with component input jacks these Signals are synthesized to produce the picture Condition memory Condition refers to the various mode settings etc On this player various conditions such as those set during playback can be memorized This function allows you to play back the same disc at any t
20. jacks on the player to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV or monitor using the video cord included with the player 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 15 16 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 An explanation of each type of audio and video connection available can be found on pages 17 to 19 TV or monitor 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 page 19 S video cord Not included VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT TED IN ka E sae EE DIGITAL OUT OPT Q Em ES ean as S e a Coaxial cord 7a A 2 stereo audio TTL Not included w g audio cords B i h 1 Included ci and
21. page 29 Setup Navigator Background Color l l CBDA Move Settings Black Blue Setup Menu Mode Expert Parental Lock Level 8 Screen Saver On Black Blue Bat exit Factory setting Turning the Screen Saver On and Off exer As a protective function against residual images on the TV screen or monitor a phenomenon referred to as screen bum the screen saver appears when the Same screen has been displayed for a length of time By default the screen saver is tumed on However the screen saver function can be turned on and off at your discretion Make changes to the Screen Saver setting in the Setup screen General menu in the Expert menu mode page 29 Setup Menu Mode Expert Setup Navigator Parental Lock Level 8 San Background Color l Off ED a Move Settings On Off Factory setting Resetting the Player to System Settings To reset the player press and hold m stop on the front panel when pressing STANDBY ON to tum the unit from standby to on All program memory saved settings from functions such as Last Memory and Condition Memory are cleared and all Setup screen menus are retumed to factory settings Additional Information Disc Care HOW TO HOLD DISCS When loading or removing discs try not to touch their playing surfaces CLEANING Fingerprints or other dirt on the disc may affect sound and picture quality To clean
22. pages 25 29 and 49 21 Cursor buttons lt gt a v Use to move through the options on menu screens and to change settings pages 20 24 28 and 46 22 ENTER button Use to implement settings selected with the cursor buttons or to set items highlighted in a menu pages 20 24 28 and 46 23 PLAY gt button Press to start disc playback pages 24 and 27 24 STOP m button Press to stop playback Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it was stopped Pressing twice causes the disc to retum to the beginning of the disc when playback starts again page 27 25 CLEAR button Works in conjunction with a number of player functions Use to cancel repeat and random playback and to edit programs pages 44 45 and 46 26 SEARCH MODE button Press to perform a title chapter track or elapsed time search page 42 7 DISC buttons 1 3 Use to select discs in the player directly pages 24 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 thi
23. part of a chapter or track Repeat play options for a DVD Press REPEAT once during playback of the chapter you want to repeat and twice to repeat playback of the current title Each time REPEAT is pressed the repeat mode changes as follows i Chapter Repeat _ gt Title Repeat Repeat Off _ e During repeat title playback the title continues playing until the end and then playback starts once more from the beginning of that title Repeat play options for a Video CD or CD Press REPEAT once during playback of a track you want to repeat twice to repeat playback of the Current disc and three times to repeat all of the discs loaded in the player Each time REPEAT is pressed the repeat mode changes as follows Track Repeat gt 1 Disc Repeat Repeat Off ALL Disc Repeat e During ALL disc repeat playback if a DVD is loaded in the player repeat playback is canceled and normal playback of the DVD begins To repeat a program Press REPEAT once during program playback to repeat the program page 47 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 pressed 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 w
24. 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 defeat the safety purpos
25. this player have to offer The section Advanced Functions starting on page 40 describes how to use the features available on many DVDs Table of Contents Before USIN sssssssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 8 Checking Accessones sessssrrrrrrrrrresrrrnnn 8 Preparing the Remote Control cccccccccee 8 Names and Functions scssssssseeseees 9 FON Palle aaan A 9 Display WiINdoOW s ssssesssnssssrrrrrrrrresnssrrrrrrenee 11 Rear Panel usstsdcintetindante r n 12 Remote COnWOl arsana n 13 Making Connections sssscsssssssseeees 15 Connecting Your DVD Player s es 15 Audio Connections cssseeeeeeeeeesssseeeeeeeeeees 17 Video Connections ccccssseeeeeeessesseeeeeeeeeeees 19 System Control Connections cccccseeeeeees 19 Setting Up the Player ss ssss 20 Using the Setup NavigatOr cceeceeeeeeeees 20 Getting Started Using Your DVD Player scascsctncstacesecavcsiecsinnincccntedaiewsaisauss 24 Playing DVDs Video CDs and CDs 5 24 Chapter Track Skip Forward Skip Back 26 Forward and Reverse Scanning 0c0cceee 26 Stopping Playback and Switching POWE OTT cinan aaa 27 Adjusting Audio and Video cianal e E T 28 Using the Setup Screen Menus s es 28 Changing to the Setup Screen Expert Menu M006 siviitiiciinncniensedciiadinin 29 Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Componert 30 Setting Analo
26. tray pages 24 and 27 7 DISC button Use to select discs in the player directly page 24 DISC CHANGE button Press to select the next disc in the player pages 24 and 27 i D G O f 9 gt gt gt gt forward button Press to advance to chapters tracks Press and hold to perform fast forward scanning page 26 gt play button Press to start or resume playback pages 24 and 27 1 11 pause button Press during playback to pause Press again to resume playback page 41 2 m stop button Press to stop playback Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it stopped Pressing twice causes the disc to retum to the beginning of the disc if playback Starts again page 27 10 3 44 lt lt reverse button Press to go back to previous chapters tracks Press and hold to perform reverse playback scanning page 26 Disc tray When loading a disc place discs in the disc tray with the label side facing up pages 24 and 27 15 Display window Displays system information page 11 Remote sensor Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the player page 8 7 SUB WOOFER button Press to tum the SUB WOOFER LFE channel on and off when listening to sources being output from the 5 1 channel discrete audio outputs page 32 SURROUND button Press to tum the surround rear speaker channels on and off when listeni
27. you cannot enter this screen to change it Setup Menu Mode Basic Setup Navigator Parental Lock Level Change Password Change Setup viewing restrictions Move MA seect Batexit 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 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 retums to the General menu screen To go back to the General menu screen without making any changes press RETURN SNOLODNNAN CEDNWCIV Continuing Playback from a Specified Location Last M emory pvo video 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 Memorizing a Last Memory location to retum to later
28. your discs use a soft clean cloth to wipe them If necessary moisten a soft cloth with diluted neutral detergent to remove heavy dirt or fingerprints es Do not wipe in a circular Gently wipe from the direction Concentric inside toward the outer scratches in the disc groove edge tend to cause noise Discs must not be cleaned with record cleaning sprays or static prevention sprays etc Also do not use volatile liquids such as benzine or thinner etc LENS CLEANER The player s 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 Wa AFTER USING DISCS STORE THEM UPRIGHT After playing a disc always remove it from the player 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 o
29. 7 AC IN power cord connection terminal Use to connect the power cord to the wall outlet page 15 VIDEO OUT SELECT switch Use to set which output is used to output the video Signals Select either video S video or component video signal output depending on the connections you make page 19 9 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 17 Re mote C 0 ntro Buttons indicated with are used for menu operation 1 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 or 4 DVDs and 1 pages 24 27 and 54 O ar Video CD page 50 D LIENS Cy 49 O SETUP MENU TOP MENU standby on button 6 An oe 60 Press to switch the player on or to put in standby 3 SUBTITLE button Press repeatedly to select one of the subtitle languages programmed on a DVD or to tum the subtitles off page 35 OOQ 4 AUDIO button Press repeatedly to select one of the audio languages and or audio formats p
30. AL OUTPUT S PDIF 2 ch DOWNMIX 2 ch DOWNMIX P Dolby Digital 5 1 ch MODE Leh Rh LCA Rech MUTE MUTE MUTE MUTE Dolby Digital Karaoke 2 ch DOWNMIX 2 ch DOWNMIX feat 2 ch MODE ree Lch Rch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch R ch Dolby Digital Q LPCM sri Lch Rch Lch Rch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch Rch Li Rch MPEG eg Lch Rch Lch Rch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch Rch MPEG oo Lch R ch Lch R ch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch R ch Lch R ch Video CD 5 1 ch 2 ch Lch Rch MOD Lch R ch MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch R ch Lch R ch 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 Eun 4 3 Letter Box Picture Quality 4 3 Pan amp Scan 116 9 Wide Setup picture according to TV D AaFMove Bawa 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 scre
31. D AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG decoder SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVIN 17 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 screen of the Setup Navigator page 22 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 32 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
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33. Out MPEG PCM Switch Dolby Digital audio mode ED AF Move Bama Exit 5 Use the cursor buttons a w to select the setting you want to change The options available for each setting appear to the right when the setting is selected The current setting appears with the setting indicator lit 6 Press the cursor button to enter the setting options Example Audio1 Dolby Digital Out PUNA CEU DTS Out I Dolby Digital PCM Linear PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM Output Dolby Digital WMove BibasSelect HA 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 continued OJo og Mp fo ca 7 a 78 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 9 P
34. Pioneer DVD PLAYER DV C302D 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 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 should be followed
35. REVIOUS lt lt lt lt lt q 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 Ha 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 Press and hold REV 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 gt Stopping Playback and Switching Power Off DVD Video CD CD T Press STOP m m on the front panel Playback stops 2 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 4 on the front panel e The disc table comes out e The tray rotates and the disc that was pl
36. TS 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 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 with DTS decoding capability or to a DTS decoder DTS audio is not output from the analog audio outputs Dynamic range Dynamic range refers to the difference between the maximum and minimum levels of the audio soundtrack as measured in decibels dB Compressing the dynamic range raises the minimum Signal level and lowers the maximum signal level This allows you to hear voices and other low level audio Signals clearly while lowering strong audio signals like the sound of explosions 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 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 c
37. aced at the side of the screen to adjust to the DVD format Wide setting Standard screen format DVD unnatural stretched effect If you are viewing a standard screen format DVD on a wide screen TV the picture may appear stretched on the screen To remedy this condition change your wide screen TV to display a standard 4 3 screen Refer to the instructions supplied with your wide screen TV or monitor for more information Wide setting When viewing a standard size TV or monitor DVD screen size format Setting and Appearance Wide screen format DVD The Letter box presentation places black bars at the top and bottom portions of the screen to provide the full wide screen presentation of a movie ona standard TV 4 3 aspect ratio Wide screen format DVD The Pan amp Scan presentation crops both sides of the wide screen presentation to use the full standard TV screen Standard screen format DVD If you have a standard TV the standard screen format will be presented regardless of the setting Wide screen format DVD unnatural squeezed effect If you are viewing a wide screen format DVD on a standard TV and the TV Screen setting is set to Wide the picture may appear squeezed on the screen To remedy this condition select either Letter Box or Pan amp Scan Wide setting SONLLLEAS oan CNV OIGNY ONLLSN fav Adjusting the OSD On Screen Display If you ha
38. affected Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Title 1 3 1 a 2 Video CD CD Video CDs and CDs are divided into units referred to as tracks Video CD tracks may also be referred to as scenes One song generally corresponds to one track Some tracks are further divided into units referred to as indexes Video CDs with PBC Playback Control also contain menus recorded on the disc which enable easy access to the contents of the disc When played back on a DVD player both Video CDs and CDs are considered to be a single title regardless of the number of tracks Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 j Se Z o Video CD Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 How to Proceed in This Manual DVD is an incredible format that presents the highest quality digital audio and video available today Because using the DVD player and DVDs may be confusing at first following the order below should help you get through the important stages of getting set up so you can start using your player as soon as possible Get familiar with the player Refer to the section Before Using on page 8 to confirm that all the accessories were included with the player If you are new to DVD it might be beneficial for you to go through the Names and Functions section starting on page 9 to get familiar with the parts and buttons on the main unit and remote control as they will be referred to throughou
39. amera 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 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 Modulation and is digital audio The digital audio of CDs is PCM This player also has a function that converts Dolby Digital and MPEG digital bitstreams into PCM to enable you to listen to quality digital sound even without a special decoder Playback Control PBC This refers to signals recorded on a Video CD Version 2 0 enabling playback control You can use menus recorded on discs with PBC for easy interactive search for desired scenes and playback You can also enjoy viewing high resolution standard resolution still images Regional restriction codes region number Regional restriction codes are built in to DVD players and DVD discs for each sales region If the regional code of the DVD player does not match one of the regional codes of the DVD disc playback is not possible The region number can be found on the rear panel of the DVD player The illustration below shows the regions and corresponding region numbers
40. artment at the above listed number for assistance PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE INC CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT P O BOX 1760 LONG BEACH CA 90801 1760 U S A For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product Should this product require service in Canada please contact a Pioneer Canadian Authorized Dealer to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Service Company in Canada Alternatively please contact the Customer Service Department at the following address Pioneer Electronics of Canada Inc Customer Service Department 300 Allstate Parkway Markham Ontario L3R OP2 905 479 4411 1 877 283 5901 For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product Si ce produit doit tre r par au Canada veuillez vous adresser a un distributeur autoris e Pioneer au Canada pour obtenir le nom de la Soci t de Service Autoris e Pioneer le plus pres de chez vous Ou encore veuillez vous communiquer avec le Service de Clientele de Pioneer Pioneer lectroniques du Canada Inc D partement de service au consommateurs 300 Allstate Parkway Markham Ontario L3R OP2 905 479 4411 1 877 283 5901 Pour obtenir des renseignements sur la garantie veuillez vous reporter au feuillet sur la Garantie Limit e gui accompagne le produit When moving the player Be sure to follow the necessary steps and precautions whenever moving or transporting the player page
41. aying is located towards the front on the left side of the table 3 Remove the discs 4 Press the DISC CHANGE to remove all discs 5B Press STANDBY ON on the front panel Resuming playback from where you stopped DVD Video CD 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 e To begin disc playback from the beginning press STOP m twice to tum off resume playback and then Start playback again e Pressing STOP m twice to causes the disc to retum to the beginning when PLAY gt is pressed again Note Resume play is only possible when the disc is loaded and STOP m has not be pressed twice in succession RESUME ap pears 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 50 ANV Id GNC YHNOA ONISN CALRMLS ONLLLAD 27 Adjusting Audio and Video Settings Using the Setup Screen Menus The procedure on page 28 and 29 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 th
42. 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 SNOLLADD DVNONV 1 SH ONLLLAS 35 36 Changing the Audio Language M ulti Language Function ovo Dolby Digital PCM and other audio data can be recorded on DVDs in a number of languages or audio tracks letting you choose the desired language or audio Dolby Digital Audio 1 English 5 1CH Audio Dolby Digital CH 2 Spanish AUDIO Press AUDIO repeatedly to select the desired language Pressing AUDIO once displays the currently selected language Subsequent presses rotates through the audio languages available on the DVD Notes e You cannot switch languages if there is only one language recorded on the disc e Switching the audio language may not be possible with some titles In this case the mark is displayed 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 Changing Audio Type Video CD CD For enjoyment of karaoke or similar format Video CDs and CDs it is possible to select stereo audio or either right or left channel mono depending on the requirements of the source Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to switch the audio type Audio output changes from 1 L Left channel to 2 R Right channel to Stereo Note With karaoke and other discs
43. ceiver 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 NMB 003 du Canada THE POWER SWITCH IS SECONDARY CONNECTED AND THEREFORE DOES NOT SEPARATE THE UNIT FROM MAINS POWER IN THE STANDBY POSITION For Canadian model CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO 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 Video CD and CD formats DVD Vide
44. 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 55 The disc is not placed properly on the disc table Use the disc table guide to align the disc page 24 Region number does not conform with this unit f the region number on the disc does not match the number on the player the disc cannot be used page 61 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 56 Playback is not possible The disc has been loaded upside down Check that the disc has been loaded with the label Side facing up mark appears on screen The selected function does not operate for that disc mark appears on screen The operation is prohibited by the player Picture playback stops and the operation buttons cannot be used Player malfunctions Stop disc playback press STOP m then start playback again New settings 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 T
45. ction 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 17 and 18 Connection is made to the stereo amplifiers PHONO input terminal Change connection to any input terminal except PHONO The pause mode is engaged Press PLAY gt orm 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 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 Audio mix does not sound right or sounds imcomplete for example the dialog of the actors cannot be heard Audio output selection is incorrect When 5 1 channel audio output is selected the front right R and left L audio channels are output from the 2 channels jacks Similarly when 2 channel audio output is selected the stereo channels are output from the front right R and left L audio
46. d 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 General Setup Navigator Dolby Digital Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Digital MPEG Dolby D DTS MPEG PCM Amp Connection Digital Jack Not Connected Compatible with Dolby Digital Move Bieyselect AE Settings Dolby Digital Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Digital MPEG Dolby D DTS MPEG PCM Not Connected Factory setting 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 component as determined in previous screens General Setup Navigator Amp Connection 96 kHz PCM Audio Yes Don t Know Digital jack not compatible with 96 kHz 4 WMove Aisecc Exit Settings No Select if the connected AV compon
47. e 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 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 a DVD has been loaded be sure to press STOP before proceeding u O O o O o T Q oO Oo o lL Sso od loo ole C_ C_ H O ad E L36 TS ES ES Oe S amp I Press 6 STANDBY ON on the front panel to turn the player on 2 Press SETUP The Setup screen appears Example Audiot Dolby Digital Out Dolby Digital DTS Out Off Linear PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG Out MPEG PCM Setup audio Digital output format tone adjust B YMove Bawa 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 DNAET g Dolby Digital DTS Out I Dolby Digital PCM 96kHz PCM Out 96kHz gt 48kHz MPEG
48. e 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 antennasystem extreme car
49. e 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 Whenthe product exhibits adis
50. ed 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 38 Language Input code apanese ja 1001 English en 0514 French fr 0618 German de 0405 Italian it 0920 Spanish es 0519 Dutch nl 1412 Russian ru 1821 Chinese zh 2608 Korean ko 1115 Greek el Afar aa Abkhazian ab Afrikaans af Amharic am 0113 Arabic ar 0118 Assamese as Aymara ay 0125 Azerbaijani az 0126 Bashkir ba 0201 Ul m N 0101 0102 0106 Input code Hindi hi Indonesian in 0914 Kazakh kk 1111 Language Language Input code Kirundi m 1814 Wolof wo 2315 Xhosa xh 2408 Yoruba yo 2515 Zulu Zu 2621 Byelorussian be 0205 Bulgarian bo 0207 1513 1518 1601 Bihari bh 0208 Bislama bi 0209 Bengali bn 0214 Breton br 0218 Catalan ca 0301 Czech cs 0319 Welsh cy Bhutani dz 0426 Esperanto eo 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
51. el 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 19 Names and Functions Front Panel Pioneer porpuler DV C302D CGD an Gans a a SEARCH MODE STANDBY ON 5 1CH MODE SPEAKER SETTING CENTER SURROUND SUBWOOFER GO 1 STANDBY ON button Press to switch the player on or to put in standby pages 24 27 and 54 2 5 1 CH MODE button 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 page 31 3 SEARCH MODE button Press to perform a title chapter track or elapsed time search page 42 4 Number buttons 1 9 0 10 Use to perform direct title and chapter track searches and to input numerical values pages 25 42 and 46 5 Disc illumination Lights when a DVD is loaded and when no disc is loaded Tums off when a disc format other than DVD is loaded in the player 6 OPEN CLOSE 4 button Press to open and close the disc
52. en 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 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 The settings in the TV Screen setting are perhaps most applicable when the DVD you are watching is programmed in the wide screen format If you have a standard TV select either 4 3 Letter Box or 4 3 Pan amp Scan based on your personal preference If you have a wide screen TV select 16 9 Wide When viewing a wide screen TV or monitor DVD screen size format Setting and Appearance Wide screen format DVD Please note that there are some wide screen letter box formats that place black bars at the top and bottom of the screen This is not a malfunction Standard screen format DVD When viewing a standard screen format DVD on a wide screen TV black bars may be automatically pl
53. en 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 OSD Language English Audio Language English EGA lave ere mm French Auto Language Spanish Other Setup disc s subtitle language D AFMove Bawa Exit Settings English French Spanish Other For details on how to select other languages see When Other is selected on the following page Factory setting SNOLLADO DVNONV 1 SL ONLLLAS 37 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 57 Language OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language l French Auto Language l Spanish Setup audio language Move EGlselect AE T Use the cursor buttons to select Other and press ENTER The language selection screen appears Audio Language List of Languages Code 0 2 a ja Japanese 1 o 0 1 y Setup audio language B Move A Return ay Hi Select Ei Exit 2 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to select either List of Languages or Code 3 f you select List of Languages use the c
54. ent 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 General Setup Navigator Valid Exit Setup Navigator Invalid Redo Confirm setup adjustments 4 WMove BiEysclect 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 return to the OSD Language 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 screen menus The procedure for changing the settings in the Setup screen menus is described on page 28 and 29 SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVI 23 Getting Started Using Your DVD Player Playing DVDs Video CDs and CDS pvpyvideo cp cp Before you can star
55. ent 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 DV C302D Pioneer component with mark SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVINI 19 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 Navigato
56. ets the system and clears all saved settings not just the password Setting the Parental Lock level Change the Parental Lock level to a higher or lower level according to the settings printed on the DVD disc jacket or accompanying documentation If you use the Condition Memory function to save the settings for a particular disc the Parental Lock level is saved as well Because it is saved in memory Parental Lock levels can be set for individual discs according to their content rather than a Set level for all DVDs Parental Lock Level Change phpbb 6 7 8 Level 1 2 3 4 5 Set Parental Lock Gat Return B Move Aseet EA Exit 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
57. f 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 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 NOLIWIARIOANI TWNOLLKKIV 55 En For Proper and Long Use of This Unit DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK During playback the disc rotates at high speed Do NOT lift or move the unit during playback Doing so may damage the disc WHEN MOVING THE UNIT When changing places of installation or packing the unit for moving be sure to remove the disc and return the disc table to its original position in the player Then press STANDBY ON and switch the power to standby Check that the OFF indication on the display goes off then 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
58. g Audio Connections to an AV Amplifier or Receiver ccccceeeeseeeeeees 31 Setting Your Speaker System for Multichannel Audio Playback 00 32 Setting the TV Screen SIZE ccccceesesseeeeees 35 Adjusting the OSD On Screen Display 34 Setting the Language Options 35 Selecting a Subtitle Language Multi Language Subtitles cc008 35 Changing the Audio Language Multi Language Function 00000008e 36 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences In the Setup Screen Menus sses 37 Advanced Functions ssssssssssssseessees 40 Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio SOUNGU AC Ko nn nn a a 40 Selecting Picture Quality Appropriate for Program COntent cccccsssssseeessssessereeeees 40 Still Frame Slow Play F rame Advance PAV DAG oiiaceeteneres coves E T EE 41 Searching for a Title Chapter Track or Location ON a DISC esseere 42 Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle MUANRGIE orenetan 43 REDEE PAY sieaa a S 44 Random Play enie aea 45 Playback in a Desired Order Progra Ply aei A 46 Setting the Parental Lock Level cc08 48 Continuing Playback from a Specified Location Last Memory sssseeeeeeeeeees 50 M emorizing Settings for Often Viewed DVDs Condition Memory 00cceeeeee 51 Viewing DISC Information ccceceeeeeseeeeeeeees 52 Changing the Background Color of the Screen entice ie 54 Turning the Screen Saver On and Off
59. ge English Audio Language English Subtitle Language Spanish Auto Language On DVD Language On See eae Off Subtitle Off Assist Subtitle _ ED AFMove Bama 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 to display subtitles Even if this option is set to Off subtitles can be displayed by pressing SUBTITLE Similarly if this option is set to On the subtitles can be tumed off by pressing SUBTITLE and then CLEAR Selecting the language of forced subtitles Even when the subtitles are turned 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 Subtitle Off setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 29 Audio 2 Video Language General OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language Spanish Auto Language On DVD Language English Subtitle Display With Audio ITCR Selected Subtit
60. han 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 Switching of the multi language mode etc is automatic on some discs SNOLDODNNAN CEDNWCIV 51 52 Viewing Disc Information DVD 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 Video CD or CD When viewing DVDs you can also check the digital bitstream transmission rate Geo 7 DISPLAY Press DISPLAY while a disc is playing Press DISPLAY repeatedly to change the information being displayed The disc information is displayed superimposed over the video image on the screen Note e Depending on the format and type of disc being used not all screens may be displayed e When the Angle indicator is being displayed during playback of DVDs that contain multi angle information the disc number is hidden by the angle mark The display changes for each type of disc as follows each time the button is pressed DVD TITLE information 37 1 0 04 73 09 73 13 Top Row disc number title and chapter number elapsed time
61. hes 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 General Setup Navigator TV Connection TV Type Mice mele Standard 4 3 Widescreen TV 16 9 aspect ratio 4 WMove Bl select 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 33 SNOLLDANNOD ONDIVIN 21 22 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 General Setup Navigator Amp Connection fern Analog Jacks 5 1 Channel Not Connected 2 channel jacks for L R Move Bieyselect AE Settings 2 Channel Select if you have made 2 channel connections to an amplifier or receiver 5
62. his 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 2v is displayed There is a CD loaded in the player and the setting that was changed only applies to DVD performance The settings will be effective the next time a DVD is loaded Settings are canceled When the power is tumed off by power failure or by unplugging the power cord settings will be canceled Before unplugging the power cord press STANDBY ON and check that OFF disappears in the display No picture The rear panel s VIDEO OUT SELECT switch setting is not correct Check that the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch is set to the correct position for the monitor connection you are using page 19 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 approp
63. ide of the screen will appear in blue e When On is selected for a speaker or pair of Speakers the icons for those speakers turn yellow in the speaker system representation on the right side of the screen e If Off is selected for both Center Speaker and Surround Speaker Sub woofer is automatically set to Off e When the sub woofer is On the low range components of the center and surround signals will be mixed in the LFE signal and output from the SUB WOOFER Jack e When the sub woofer is Off the low range components of the center and surround signals will be mixed in the L and R Signals and output from the front speakers e Speakers in this menu setting can also be tumed on and off using CENTER SURROUND and SUB WOOFER on the front panel However these buttons do not work when the GUI indicator is lit 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 Audio 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 AUDIO OUTPUT AUDIO OUT 2 CH MODE CONTENTS AUDIO OUT 5 1 CH Front L R Surround L R SubWoofer Dolby digital PcM Dolby Digital Dolby 5 chMODE FrontLch Rch FrontL ch R ch Surround Lch Rch MUTE Dolby Digital Digital 2chmopE 2S DOWNMIX 2chDOWNMIX MUTE MUTE MUTE Lch R ch Dolby Digital Lch R ch Lch R ch DIGIT
64. ime without having to redo your preferred settings Digital bitstream The bitstream does not refer to the audio signal but rather to the digital data that once converted becomes the audio signal The player outputs digital bitstreams via the digital optical or digital coaxial output If the bitstream cannot be decoded by the connected AV amplifier etc digital noise is produced Digital bitstream formats compatible with different entertainment systems can be selected in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu Digital output Coaxial Output of the digital audio signal is 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 fiberoptic cable is called optical digital output Similarly optical digital input receives digital signals from extemal units such as an AV amplifier or receiver Dolby Digital The maximum 5 1 channels of audio used in the Surround system Surround Digital for movie theaters is digital data compressed by the third generation algorithm encoder AC 3 DO Pov DIGITAL D
65. isplayed in the upper right corner of the screen This is to indicate that there is information on the disc that must be played first First Play PGC Depending on the disc the asterisk may blink continuously during playback of chapters that were not programmed and then disappear shortly before playback of the desired location on the disc SNOLODNN CEDNWCIV 47 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 parental lock level M ake 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 EUC Level Change Password Change Setup viewing restrictions EDA Move G 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 b
66. ithin the same title 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 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 Q mark will appear on the screen e With 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 the track number to be repeated when the disc is stopped and then press REPEAT Random Play pvowideo co cp You can play in random order chapters or titles on DVDs or tracks 1 disc or all discs ALL with CDs and Video CDs ENTER CLEAR Random playback of chapters within one title pvp Press RANDOM once then press ENTER Random Chapter appears on the screen and chapters within the title will be played back in random order Random playback of titles pvp Press RANDOM twice then press ENTER Random Title appears on the screen and titles will be played back in random order Random playback of all tracks ona disc Video CD CD Press RANDOM once then press ENTER Random Track a
67. le DA Move Bava Exit Settings With Audio Selected Subtitle Factory setting SNOLLADD DVNONV 1 SH ONLLLAS Advanced Functions This player is compatible with DVD Video CD and CD disc formats Users already familiar with Video CD or CD will already be familiar with some of the functions the player is capable of performing With DVD an even greater number of possibilities and functions are available In this section you ll be able to e Set the dynamic range of the audio soundtrack so that quiet sounds can be heard better this page e Adjust the picture quality to better match program content this page e Pause DVD or Video CD playback play at extremely slow speeds or view frame by frame page 41 e Search for titles chapters tracks or locations on a disc page 42 e Change the angle of playback when viewing DVDs with multi angle programming page 43 e Repeat chapters or titles on DVDs or repeat tracks 1 disc or all discs ALL with CDs and Video CDs You can also repeat just a specified part of a chapter or track page 44 e Play DVD titles or chapters Video CD CD tracks 1 disc or all discs ALL in random order page 45 e Program DVD titles or chapters or Video CD CD tracks to play back in a specified order page 46 e Set the parental lock level to prevent children from having access to inappropriate material page 48 e Continue watching a DVD from where you left off using
68. le language page 37 e Set preferences for the language to be displayed by the DVD menu page 38 e Set Auto Language to display subtitles only for foreign films page 39 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 39 e Select the language of subtitles that appear even when the subtitles are tumed off page 39 Note DVDs differ in content and do not all contain multiple language or subtitle information Therefore making settings in this section may have no effect on some DVDs Selecting a Subtitle Language M ulti Language Subtitles DVD You can select a desired subtitle language with DVDs that have subtitle data in multiple languages recorded on them Subtitle 1 English Subtitle 2 Spanish 22S 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 Q mark will be displayed To clear subtitles during playback press SUBTITLE and then press CLEAR or press SUBTITLE until Off appears e For some discs subtitle language selection
69. 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 Setup screen Language menu Audiot 2 Video Language General OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language Spanish LORE ULUEUGES On lOff Play dialog etc in original language Display subtitles when needed EDA Move Bama Exit Settings On Off Factory setting Note 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 Selecting subtitles assist subtitles or no subtitles Use this function to tum the subtitles on or off Also some DVDs provide assist subtitles that give 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 29 Audio 2 Video Language General OSD Langua
70. mbers of the chapter in the order you want to program them in a Program Disc DVD Title 6 Total 10 Chapter Poe GMM Play Gea Exit 7 Press ENTER e The cursor moves down to the disc number field in the next step set 8 Repeat steps 2 7 Q Press PLAY to start playback in the programed order e Press PROGRAM to exit the program screen e The program remains active even if you open the disc tray and change discs If a step in the program cannot be played because the track number is too high for example that step is automatically skipped To confirm the contents of a program 1 Press PROGRAM 2 Use the lt gt buttons to jump to the next previous page of six steps lt gt on the front panel cannot be used to perform this operation 3 Press PROGRAM to exit the program screen To change the contents of a program 1 Press PROGRAM 2 J ump to the page of steps with the contents you want to change using the lt gt buttons a gt gt on the front panel cannot be used to perform this operation 3 Use the cursor buttons a w to select the step you want to change 4 Move the cursor to the appropriate field using the cursor buttons lt gt 5 Press the number button s of the number you want to change 6 Press PROGRAM to exit the program screen To add to a program Add anew Disc Title Track or Chapter at the end of the program by following the steps in the secti
71. mum of 24 steps page 46 2 REPEAT button During playback of a DVD press once to repeat playback of the current chapter and twice to repeat playback of the current title During playback of a Video CD or CD press once to repeat playback of the current track twice to repeat playback of the current disc and 3 times to repeat all the discs loaded in the player page 44 3 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 44 RANDOM button Press to play discs titles chapters or tracks in random order page 45 5 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 51 OPEN CLOSE 4 button Press to open or close the disc tray pages 24 and 27 7 ANGLE button Some DVDs are recorded with various camera angle playback options Press ANGLE repeatedly to display different camera angles page 43 DISPLAY button Press during playback to display statistical disc information Press repeatedly to display different information page 52 TOP MENU button Press to call up the top menu programmed on the DVD Depending on the DVD the top menu may be identical to the DVD menu page 25 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
72. nctions 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 erni Setup Menu Mode EY Setup Navigator Basic Parental Lock Level 8 Change menu mode D M amp F Move E exit Settings Expert Basic Factory setting Note On screen information only appears in the Basic menu mode SONLLLAS oan UNV OIGNVY ONLLSN fav Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Component ovo This player is capable of digital audio output for Dolby Digital DTS MPEG and signals with a sampling rate of 96 KHZ Make settings in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu to reflect 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 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
73. nents e 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 e When making this kind of connection be sure to press 5 1 CH MODE on the front panel to select 5 1 channel analog audio output pages 22 and 31 DV C302D FRONT SURROUND O O AV amplifier or receiver 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 21 Additionally you can use the TV Screen setting in the Setup screen Video menu page 33 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 one of the S VIDEO OUT jacks on the player to S video input on the TV or monitor e When using this jack be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position DV C302D
74. ng to sources being output from the 5 1 channel discrete audio outputs page 32 CENTER button Press to turn the center speaker channel on and off when listening to sources being output from the 5 1 channel discrete audio outputs page 32 Display Window 96 kHz ANGLE DOVV N MIX L C R _ LFE Ls S Rs TITLE 45 1 96 kHz indicator Indicates that the currently loaded disc contains an audio signal with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz 2 ANGLE indicator Indicates Multi Angle playback is in progress page 43 3 TITLE indicator Indicates a title number is being displayed 4 REPEAT indicator Indicates that the Repeat function is on 5 TRK and CHP indicator Indicates a chapter or track number is being displayed 6 GUI indicator Indicates an on screen menu operation is being performed pages 20 and 28 7 LAST MEMORY indicator Indicates the Last Memory location is recorded in memory for the currently loaded DVD or Video CD page 50 REPEAT GUI COND MEMORY 3 Counter display Program Format indicator YD 4D EA icra DIGITAL REMAIN LAST MEMORY TOTAL MW Nd Nd Nd M M Wd Wd OW ON aN YN YN YN YN VN N VN WN WN 1 DOLBY DIGITAL indicator Indicates Dolby Digital audio playback 2 REMAIN indicator Indicates that the remaining playback time of a title or chapter track is being displayed Displays the playback mode type of disc ti
75. o oo dts Compatible with a wide range of digital audio DIGITAL output formats DVDs are recorded in one of four types of digital audio formats The digital audio output jacks of this player can output Dolby Digital DTS MPEG and linear PCM digital bitstreams to AV components with built in decoding capabilities This player also has a function that converts Dolby Digital and MPEG audio formats into the linear PCM format This allows stereo playback of DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital and MPEG without the need for a special 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 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 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished Works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved DTS and DTS Digital are trademarks of
76. o CD and CD discs that display the logos shown below can be played back on PIONEER DVD players For more information on discs compatible with this player refer to the table below Types of playable Diameter discs and their marks Playable sides Playback time DVD VIDEO DVD VIDEO Digital audio Digital video MPEG 2 133 min 242 min 12 cm 5in single sided 12 cm 5in double sided DVD VIDEO 266 min 484 min V I D E O Digital audio Digital video MPEG 2 8 cm 3 in single sided 41 min 75 min 8 cm 3 in double sided VIDEO CD 82 min 150 min VIDEO CD Digital audio Digital video MPEG 1 Max 74 minutes 12 cm 5 in COMPACT single sided VIDEO CD single Digital audio Digital video MPEG 1 Max 20 minutes DIGITAL VIDEO 8 cm 3 in single sided j 12 cm 5 in single sided Digital audio Max 74 COMPACT minutes DIGITAL AUDIO CD single Digital audio 8 cm 3 in single sided Max 20 minutes The disc format logos shown above are found on disc labels or on disc jackets 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 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 State of the art digital audio and vide
77. of current title Bottom Row remaining time in current title total time of current title CHAPTER information EN 0 37 1 0 25 Chapter 0 25 1 32 Top Row disc number title and chapter number elapsed time of current title Bottom Row time in current chapter total time of current chapter Play 37 1 0 25 CHAPTER information Chapter 1 07 1 32 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 EW 37 1 0 38 Tr Rate S0NnnmnnnE 7 2 Top Row disc number title and chapter number total elapsed time of DVD Bottom Row bitstream transmission rate level 4 Display off CD Play DEI 0 03 Track 4 00 4 03 EN 1 6 0 15 All 25 50 26 07 4 Display off Track Information Top Row disc number track number track time Bottom Row remaining time of current track and total time of current track Disc information 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 Video CD with PBC disabled 1 15 0 04 60 16 60 20 Play OFr 0 24 Track 0 05 1 07 Play 2 0 31 Track 0 55 1 07 4 Display off Disc information Top Row disc number track number total number of tracks total elapsed time of Video
78. on Programming on the previous page To repeat the contents of a program During program playback press REPEAT The entire program will be repeated To delete a step in a program 1 Press PROGRAM 2 J ump to the page with the contents you want to delete using the lt gt buttons a gt gt on the front panel cannot be used to perform this operation 3 Use the cursor buttons a v to select the step you want to delete 4 Press CLEAR 5 Press PROGRAM to exit the program screen To clear the entire program Pressing CLEAR when the disc is stopped will clear all program data To stop program play Press STOP m Notes e If a chapter is programmed for a disc that has not yet been read by the player is displayed and a CD or Video CD is later detected in the tray the chapter program information is cleared Additionally if there is no disc in the tray or if the programmed chapter number is larger than the number of chapters in the selected title the chapter program information is erased e During DVD playback when a chapter that cannot be played as part of program playback is encountered Q or is displayed and the program automatically proceeds to the next chapter e Programming is not possible during PBC playback of Video CDs To program Video CDs stop playback before attempting to make a program e During programmed playback if the disc changer is rotated to play a DVD an asterisk may be d
79. other media with multiple angle playback available ANGLE Hese gt ge e iR x 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 62 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Differences in Disc Composition DVD DVDs are divided into units referred to as titles and titles are divided into chapters A DVD which contains a movie may have only one title with many or no chapter divisions Karaoke DVDs may have many titles assigning a title to each song on the DVD Menu screens do not belong to any title DVD player functions generally apply to titles on a DVD or chapters within a selected title The player functions available may also vary from title to title depending on the DVD When DVDs have a unique title division it Should be noted that search and program functions may be
80. peakers 2 surround speakers a center speaker and a sub woofer However as this is not always the case accurately setting the Speaker Setting setting to reflect your speaker setup allows the player s built in decoder to reroute signals to compensate for absent Speakers Make adjustments in the Speaker Setting setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu 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 not made connections to the 5 1 CH OUT jacks on the rear panel of the player it is not necessary to make any changes to this setting 1 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to select the Speaker Every time the cursor button is pressed the selected speaker changes in the following order errr midis al Surround lt _ gt Sub woofer lt of L S Chis Rsi AMN Return Bley seet REx About source audio output 2 Use the cursor button w to move the cursor down to the speaker bar and use the cursor buttons lt gt to select On or Off corresponding to whether the selected Speaker is present in your system or not respectively ae 2 F Speaker On D m Chis rsd Move N Return qp Ble Select Wi Ext Notes e To help identify the speakers being selected the initials of the Speakers in the speaker system representation on the right s
81. playback The disc to be changed will be located towards the front on the left side of the disc table Although there may be disturbances in the sound or picture when opening or closing the disc table while playback is in progress this is not a malfunction 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 AV d ANA HNOA ONISN CALRMLS ONIL The operation is prohibited by the programming on the disc Auto Power on Function Pressing any of the below buttons when the power is Standby automatically tums the power on PLAY OPEN CLOSE DISC LAST MEMORY These buttons are provided on the main unit only 25 Chapter Track Skip Forw ard Skip Back pvowideo co cp Forward and Reverse Scanning DVD Video CD CD REV lt lt a SS 26 Advancing to the next chapter track Press NEXT gt gt gt gt on the front panel e Press to skip forward to the next chapter track 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 P
82. ppears on the screen and random playback begins Random playback of all tracks on all discs Video CD CD Press RANDOM twice then press ENTER Random All appears on the screen and random playback begins All tracks on all CDs and Video CDs loaded will play in a random order DVD discs loaded will be ignored To change titles chapters or tracks during random play e Press NEXT gt and the next randomly selected track Starts playing e Press PREVIOUS lt lt and playback of the current track starts again from the beginning To stop random play Press CLEAR This retums you to normal playback of chapters tracks in order from the chapter track currently playing Notes e With Video CDs random play is not possible during playback when the menu is displayed PBC playback To perform random play start playback without displaying a menu by pressing a track number button while in the stop mode and then press RANDOM e Inthe case of DVDs random playback may not be possible with some discs SNOLODNNAN CEDNWCIV Playback in a Desired Order Program Play pvpwideo coco The titles and chapters on a DVD and similarly the tracks on a Video CD or CD can be arranged to play in the order you want You can create a program mixing titles chapters and tracks on all of the discs loaded in the disc tray Programming A program with a maximum of 24 steps can be memorized from any of discs loaded in this player
83. pressing MENU TOP MENU or RETURN during DVD playback or RETURN during Video CD playback displays the menu screen Refer to the DVD or Video CD disc jacket and accompanying documentation for more information To navigate a menu screen e Although individual DVD titles may differ when a menu screen is displayed use the cursor buttons lt gt 4 and ENTER on the remote control The cursor buttons are used to move around the options on the screen and ENTER is used for selection Occasionally the number buttons may also be used to make selections If this is possible using number buttons serves to directly select an option on a menu screen Only number buttons are used to make selections on Video CD menu screens When the Video CD has more than one menu pages can be advanced to or retumed to with PREVIOUS lt lt or NEXT gt To play Video CDs without displaying menu screens Video CDs with Playback Control PBC display a menu screen when play is started It is possible however to playback Video CDs without displaying menu screens When a Video CD with PBC is loaded press STOP m and then the number button of the track you want to play To change discs that are not currently playing e If the OPEN CLOSE 4 is pressed while a disc is playing the disc table opens so that other discs can be changed However when desiring to change the disc that is currently playing open the disc table after first interrupting
84. puts to the same component When a DVD recorded in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG is loaded noise will be output if you have made connections via the digital audio jacks to a receiver or amplifier that cannot decode a Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG digital bitstream In this case be sure to set the Digital jack setting in the Setup Navigator to best reflect the type of system you are using page 23 Additionally the digital audio settings can be adjusted manually in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu page 30 DIGITAL OUT Optical The digital signal is transmitted as light pulses through a fiber optic cable e Use to connect to an AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG decoder e Use a fiber optic cable not supplied to connect the digital optical output on the player to the digital optical input on an AV amplifier or receiver DV C302D iN DIGITAL IN AV amplifier or receiver with built in Dolby Digital DTS or MPEG decoder 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 DV C302
85. r cannot be used if a disc is playing it is recommended to set up the player using the Setup Navigator before loading a DVD for the first time If a DVD has been loaded be sure to press STOP m before proceeding I Presso 6 STANDBY ON on the front panel to turn 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 WMove Bl select Exit 3 Use the cursor buttons a v 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 29 G 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 screens Please note however that you cannot go forward u
86. r not a disc is recorded with angles The jacket of discs that are recorded with angles will be marked with me When locations on discs that are recorded with angles are played back the indicator can be displayed To cancel the 15 indicator set Angle Indicator to Off in the Setup screen Video menu described in the section below Tuming the angle indicator on and off When a picture recorded in different angles is played back the 4 indicator is displayed on the screen This setting lets you see clearly whether the playback picture is recorded in multiple angles or not Tum the angle indicator on or off in the Angle Indicator setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 29 TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field On Screen Display On OSD Position Normal PNT Lael er eam On CDA Move Settings On 5 is displayed Off Not displayed Factory setting Note Even when the Angle Indicator setting is set to Off the ANGLE indicator in the display panel of the player lights during multi angle playback Therefore it is possible to know when the multi angle function can be used without having to display the icon on the screen SNOLODNN CEDNWCIV Repeat Play pvowideo coco You can repeat chapters or titles on DVDs or repeat tracks one disc or all discs ALL with CDs and Video CDs You can also repeat just a specified
87. r 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 Q mark is displayed SNOLODNN CIONA 41 Searching for a Title Chapter Track or Location on a Disc DVD Video CD CD This player offers different ways of accessing the information on a DVD Video CD or CD Using SEARCH MODE you can search for titles or chapters on a DVD tracks on a Video CD or CD and even select the point in time to start playback T Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly to select the type of search The type of search changes with each press as follows Title Chapter Track i ne 2 Press the number button s of the desired title chapter 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 37 press 3 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 on the front panel Playback of the selected title chapter or track starts When a time search is performed playback begins at the appointed time To perfom a direct title or chapter track search using the number buttons Press the number buttons while the disc is stopped to Select a title or track number Press the number bu
88. ress SETUP to close the Setup screen The Setup screen closes How to interpret the setting indicator colors in the Setup screen menus When setting up the system or when making adjustments it is convenient to know what settings are applicable to the different disc formats When the settings appear for each menu option the currently selected setting appears with the setting indicator highlighted in one of three colors blue green or yellow These colors correspond to what formats the menu option effects as shown in the table below Green _Allcompatiie formats Note If a setting applicable only to DVDs is changed while a Video CD or CD is loaded a blue DVD icon appears in the upper right hand comer of the screen to indicate that the setting is not applicable to the currently loaded disc The setting will be effective the next time a DVD is loaded 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 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 fu
89. riate to the TV or monitor you are using page 33 Picture disturbance during playback or dark This is not a malfunction This player is compatible with M acro Vision System copy guard Some discs include a copy prevention signal and when this type of disc is played back stripes etc may appear on some sections of the picture depending on the TV When recorded on a VCR or passed through an AV selector there is disturbance in the playback picture This is not a malfunction Due to the player s copy protection circuits connection of this device through a VCR or an AV selector may prevent recording or cause picture problems Remote control operation is not possible The rear panel control input jack on the player is being used Point the remote control at the component that the player is connected to page 19 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 8 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 96kHz PCM Out setting is set to 96 kHz Digital output is prohibited on some discs Be sure to make analog audio connections as well as digital connections pages 17 and 18 The disc is dirty Refer to Disc Care page 55 The conne
90. rogrammed on a DVD page 36 For Video CD and CD each press changes the audio output as follows Z Stereo gt 1 L Left gt el Pioneer 5 SETUP button Press when the player is in either play or stop mode to open and close the Setup screen page 28 GS 6 MENU button Use to display or close the DVD menu screen page 25 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 26 REV lt lt FWD gt fast reverse forward buttons During playback of DVD and Video CD press FWD gt to perform fast forward scanning Press REV lt lt to perform fast reverse scanning of DVD and Video CD When a CD is loaded audio scanning is performed page 26 9 STEP SLOW lt 11 11 11 gt buttons Press II during playback to pause playback of disc Press again to resume playback page 41 Press STEP SLOW 11 gt during playback to view Slow playback In pause mode press STEP SLOW 11m to advance DVDs and Video CDs frame by frame and STEP SLOW lt 1 to back up a few frames ata time page 41 SNOLDNNAN ANV SSIANIVN Number buttons 1 9 0 10 Use to perform direct title and chapter track searches and to input numerical values pages 25 42 and 46 AD PROGRAM button You can program discs titles chapters or tracks to play back in a desired order Programs can be a maxi
91. rol 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 19 2 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 19 3 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 19 4 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 19 5 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 pages 18 6 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 18
92. rom 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 2 L 7 A ll Ay 2 i Q ca Z Lie a Py ee Co ae BO z is gt 7 KA Dusk D a 9 4 We aa as ie o o g o Y Nr X MN AN y E aN SWITCH POWER OFF WHEN NOT USING THE UNIT Depending on the strength of the TV or radio broadcast signal having the TV or radio on while power to the unit is on may result in stripes on the TV screen or noise However this is not a malfunction of this unit or the TV or radio In such a case switch the power of the unit to standby POWER CORD CAUTION Handle the power cord by the plug Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock Do not place the unit a piece of fumiture etc on the power cord or pinch the cord Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords The power cords should be rout
93. s 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 NOLIWIARIOANI TWNOLLKKIV 61 62 Specifications General System DVD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Power requirements ccscssseseeeeeeees AC 120 V 60 Hz Power CONSUMPTION ssssssssrsrrrernrnrnrnnrrrrrrrrrrerenrne 14 W Power consumption in standby mode n 0 7 W Weidner 4 5 kg 9 Ib 9 oz DIMENSIONS sson 420 W x 376 D x 128 H mm 16 9 6 W x 14 3 4 D x 5 1 6 H in Not including protruding cables etc Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C 36 F to 96 F Operating humidity 5 to 85 no condensation S Video output Y luminance Output level cee 1 Vp p 75 Q C color Output level ceeeeeees 286 mVp p 75 Q FACK o se EAA S VIDEO jack Video output OUTOUEIEVEL ionann aw cies aaiwast 1 Vp p 75 Q SAG is uoni an RCA jack Component video output Y Ps Pr OUTOUL EVE ioneina Y 1 0 Vp p 75 Q Ps Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 Q WAG KS casts a A cea A Sida eence ute RCA jacks Audio output 2 CH Output level During audio output 200 mVrms 1 kHz 20 dB Number Of Channels arcra 2 LACKS ramena e a a RCA jacks Audio output 5 1 CH Output level During audio output
94. s 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 pages 17 to 19 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 monitor page 21 Additionally you can use the TV Screen setting in the Setup screen Video menu page 33 Notes e When making connections to this unit or when changing connections check that the unit is off by pressing STANDBY ON making sure that nothing is being displayed in the display window and then unplug the power cord from the power outlet e The video output on this player uses copy protect circuitry to prevent the video playback on DVDs from being copied If you connect the player to a TV via a VCR or record and play back the contents of a disc with a VCR the playback picture may not be normal 7 T CONTROL VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT i Video cord Included Audio cord Included TV or monitor SNOLLDAINNOD DNDVIN Finally connect to a power outlet 120 V 0 Make video connections from the VIDEO OUT
95. screen TV the operation display is at the very top of the screen and may be difficult to see Changing the position of the display lets you see operation indicators clearly even on a wide screen TV Make changes in the OSD Position in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 29 TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Auto On Screen Display On ols be oye Wide Angle Indicator Normal D AP Move Bama exit Settings Wide Normal Factory Setting Setting the Language Options DVDs have the capacity 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 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 36 e Change the audio output type when using Video CDs and CDs page 36 e Set preferences for audio and subtit
96. se the number buttons for direct selection Depending on the disc you may not be able to use the number buttons e When a 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 30 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 33 When a menu screen is displayed Menu screens are displayed for DVDs that have menu screens or Video CDs that include Playback Control PBC DVDs often contain extra information that can be accessed in the DVD menu and sometimes makes navigating DVD menu screens as enjoyable as watching the feature presentation o o olo aa Tela MENU LED Cursor buttons PREVIOUS lt lt SS NEXT p T STOP E Number buttons Example When a DVD that has menu screens is loaded TITLE MENU 1P POP JAZZ COUNTRY R amp B CLASSICAL Example When a Video CD that has Playback Control is loaded POP JAZZ COUNTRY R amp B CLASSICAL To open or retum to the DVD or Video CD menu screen Although this differs depending on the disc
97. set the appropnate audio type for singing and accompaniment after referring to information on the disc jacket or accompanying material 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 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 Audio i 2 V ideo Language General OSD Language English ULICA Relate Ue te a English Subtitle Language French Auto Language Spanish l Other Setup audio language aD a FMove Bag exit Settings English French Spanish Other For details on how to select other languages see When Other is selected on the following page Factory setting Selecting a subtitle language preference The subtitle language that you will normally display can be selected from the subtitles programmed on a disc Ev
98. sing 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 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 Language OSD Language francais Espanol Setup player s OSD language WMove ElySelect Batexit Settings English francais Espanol 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 as needed page 35 Setting the TV screen size The TV Type screen establis
99. t this manual There is also a list of terms that can be found on page 60 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 15 shows how video and audio connections may be made to suit your home entertainment system Set up the player Before you can begin to enjoy the benefits of the DVD format it is first necessary to 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 20 explains how to use the Setup Navigator a function that automatically sets up the player corresponding to the answers given in a multiple choice on screen procedure The Setup screen menus described in the section starting on page 28 are also used in anumber of other functions Learning the procedure for operating these menus will make using this player much easier and more enjoyable Play a disc When all the connections and setups have been made you are ready to play a DVD Video CD or CD with the player The section Getting Started Using Your DVD Player starting on page 24 outlines the basic player operations Enjoy the many features available Once you are comfortable using the basic player functions you are ready to take advantage of the various options DVD and
100. t 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 next 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 Video CDs and CDs B j B g D 1 3 2 4 I Presso 6 STANDBY ON on the front panel to tum on the player 2 Press OPEN CLOSE 4 4 on the front panel The disc tray comes out 3 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 table Press the DISC CHANGE to rotate the disc tray and then load a disc on to the disc table e The number of the DISC buttons 1 through 3 correspond with the numbers on the labels affixed to the disc table 4 Press PLAY gt on the front panel e The disc located in the front and to the left of the disc table is played e Press one of the DISC buttons 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 5 5 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 u
101. t which analog outputs are connected to an AV component Make adjustments in the Audio Out setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu Audio2 Audio DRC Off I Audio Out 2 Channel Speaker Setting 15 1 Channel Setting up audio output D AF Move Bava 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 multichannel 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 from the digital output jacks SONLLLAS oan UNV OIGNY ONLLSN fav 31 Setting Your Speaker System for Multichannel Audio Playback This player contains a built in decoder for Dolby Digital audio 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 s
102. the Last Memory function page 50 e Save the system settings for up to 15 DVDs with the Condition Memory function page 51 e View playing time and other disc information page 53 e Change the background color page 54 e Tum the screen saver on and off page 54 e Reset the system page 54 Note DVDs differ in content and do not all contain the same information Therefore some functions in this section may not work or have no effect on some DVDs Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack pvo Audio DRC stands for Audio Dynamic Range Compression When Audio DRC is on soft sounds such as dialog can be heard more clearly without making loud sounds even louder Select from three levels of compression depending on how much effect you want When Audio DRC is set to Off there is no effect on the audio source Make changes to the Audio DRC setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu PAT if sem Large Audio Out Medium Speaker Setting ISmall Off Dynamic playback at low volume B 9 Move Bava 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 only effective with Dolby Digital audio sources Selecting Picture Quality Appropriate for Program Content pvp video cb This lets you select the ideal picture quality for watching mo
103. tinct 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 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT Fig A GROUND CLAMP 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 WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD
104. tle and chapter track numbers playback time etc 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 1 C Center R Right front 2 LS Left surround S Surround mono RS Right surround 1 Lights to indicate playback of a 5 1 ch Dolby Digital source 2 Lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Surround source SNOLDNNAN ANV SSINIVN 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 karaoke DVDs the Program Format indicators do not light COND MEMORY indicator Indicates that Condition M emory settings are memorized for the currently loaded DVD page 51 5 DOWNMIX indicator 9 TOTAL indicator Indicates that the disc in the player is stopped and DISPLAY has been pressed page 52 DTS indicator Indicates DTS audio playback During multichannel audio playback indicates that the output signal has been downmixed from the original audio source This is an automatic function performed by the player in order to present the most appropriate audio mix to the speakers present in your system 11 12 Rear Panel 1 CONTROL IN jack Use to connect this player to another component bearing the Pioneer f mark This lets you cont
105. ttons while the disc is playing to select a chapter or track e To select number 3 press 3 e To select number 10 press 10 then 0 e To select number 37 press 10 10 10 then 7 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 Q mark is displayed e Time search is not possible with 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 e Search using SEARCH MODE does not work during PBC playback of Video CDs View ing from a Desired Camera Angle M ulti Angle DVD You can select a camera angle when viewing DVDs with the multi angle option ANGLE 4 4 acna a lt o TA CE SSD Press ANGLE duning playback The camera angle changes each time you press the button Notes e You can use the Multi Angle function only with discs featuring recordings of images shot from different camera angles e During Multi Angle playback the ANGLE indicator in the display lights 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 o
106. ufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise This list of sound levels is included for your protection Decibel Level Example 30 Quiet library soft whispers 40 Living room refrigerator bedroom away from traffic 50 Light traffic normal conversation quiet office 60 Air conditioner at 20 feet sewing machine 70 Vacuum cleaner hair dryer noisy restaurant 80 Average city traffic garbage disposals alarm clock at two feet THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE 90 Subway motorcycle truck traffic lawn mower 100 Garbage truck chain saw pneumatic drill 120 Rock band concert in front of speakers thunderclap 140 Gunshot blast jet plane 180 Rocket launching pad Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation Published by Pioneer Corporation Copyright 1999 Pioneer Corporation All rights reserved PIONEER CORPORATION 4 1 Meguro 1 Chome Meguro ku Tokyo 153 8654 J apan PIONEER ELECTRONICS USA INC P O BOX 1540 Long Beach California 90801 1540 U S A PIONEER ELECTRONICS OF CANADA INC 300 Allstate Parkway Markham Ontario L3R OP2 Canada PIONEER ELECTRONIC EUROPE N V Haven 1087 Keetberglaan 1 9120 Melsele Belgium TEL 03 570 05 11 PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD 178 184 Boundary Road Braeside Victoria 3195 Australia TEL 03 9586 6300 PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE M
107. ursor buttons a v to select the language List of Languages v If you select Code use the number buttons to enter the code You can also use the cursor buttons A V to input the code number Use the cursor buttons lt to change the position of the cursor Code 0 2 n 1 lol lo 4 y 4 Press ENTER to set the new language To exit the screen without making any changes press RETURN Selecting a DVD menu language preference In addition to containing different audio languages DVD may also contain menu screens in different languages as well Setting a DVD language preference sets the selected language as a default when DVDs with menu information in that language are encountered Selecting w Subtitle Language automatically assigns the language selected in the Subtitle Language setting Make changes to the DVD Language setting in the Setup screen Language menu in the Expert menu mode page 29 OSD Language English Audio Language English Subtitle Language w Subtitle Language Auto Language English RET eltete cmm French Subtitle Display Spanish Subtitle Off lOther D FMove Bag exit Setting w Subtitle Language English French Spanish Other Factory setting Notes e The menu settings may look different from the one shown above e If may also be possible to select a DVD language from the disc s own menu Press MENU to open the DVD menu and
108. uttons lt gt a V or the number buttons and ENTER has been pressed Entering the password When you select either Level Change or Password Change it is necessary to enter the password 4 digit code number Use the following steps at any time you are aSked to enter or confirm your password 1 Use the cursor buttons 4 7 or the number buttons to select a number between 0 and 9 You can also use the number buttons to enter the numbers directly When entering your password for the first time or changing it you will be asked to reenter your password When using the number buttons to confirm the password the numbers appear as asterisks and the cursor advances automatically to the next position 2 Video Language Parental Lock Register Code Number a HH E H y Enter 4 Digit Code B Move APH Reun EEx 2 Use the cursor buttons lt gt to move the cursor to a different position in the password When all four numbers of the passoword have been entered ENTER appears on the screen Parental Lock Register Code Number k l J b Ee Enter 4 Digit Code Move H GEG Return M 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 55 Please note that this procedure res
109. ve already completed the Setup Navigator screen operations the settings on this page have already been set by the player Setting the on screen display OSD language 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 ORDI Tate er e am English Audio Language fran ais Subtitle Language Espanol Auto Language On Setup player s OSD language ED AF Move Bama Exit Settings English francais Espanol Factory Setting Notes e The languages that can be selected may be different from those shown above e The OSD Language setting is factory set to English If you want English to be displayed it is not necessary to adjust this setting 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 off in the On Screen Display setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the Expert menu mode page 29 TV Screen 16 9 Wide Picture Quality Standard Still Picture Field _On Screen Display lfelh OSD Position Off Angle Indicator On ED aFMove Bat exit Settings On Off Factory Setting Setting the position of the on screen display When watching conventional software on a wide
110. vies animation and other video media Make changes to the Picture Quality setting in the Setup screen Video menu TV Screen 16 9 Wide aeleeme ler liam Cinema Animation Standard Ajust picture quality EDA Move Bama 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 pvowideo co The video images on DVD and Video CD can be viewed as a still frame played back at slow speeds and even advanced frame by frame PLAY I PAUSE m ma Mo yes 2 sTEP SLOW S20 lt li gt Viewing a still frame Press PAUSE II When viewing a DVD if the paused picture shakes select the Field setting in the Setup screen Video menu Still Picture setting as described in the section below To retum to normal playback When viewing a still frame playback pressing PAUSE II or PLAY gt 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 29 TV Screen 16 9 Wide Pivture Quality Standard Stil Picture Tae On Screen Display
111. y location Press LAST MEMORY then CLEAR while Last Memory is still being displayed on the screen The LAST MEM ORY indicator disappears from the display window 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_MEMO appears in the display When you start playing the disc the memorized settings are automatically recalled MEMOEY a SS CO amp Press CONDITION MEMORY during playback Settings are memorized for the disc currently playing The following six settings are memorized OSD Position page 34 Multi Language subtitles page 35 Multi Language page 36 Picture Quality page 40 Multi Angle page 43 Parental Lock Level page 48 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 t

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