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Product TypeHome Theater System
ModelHT-DL255
BrandSamsung
Total Power Output1000 W
Number of Channels5.1
Supported DiscsDVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, JPEG, DivX
Audio DecodersDolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II
Video Up-scalingUp to 1080p via HDMI
HDMI Output1 (Version 1.3)
Component Video Output1
Optical Audio Input1
USB Port1 (for multimedia playback)
FM TunerYes, with RDS
Speaker Configuration5 satellite speakers + 1 passive subwoofer
Main Unit Dimensions (WxHxD)430 x 65 x 340 mm
Main Unit Weight3.5 kg
Subwoofer Dimensions (WxHxD)190 x 340 x 360 mm
Subwoofer Weight5.0 kg
Power Consumption (Operating)120 W
Power Consumption (Standby)0.5 W
Power Supply110-240 V, 50/60 Hz
CleaningWipe with a soft dry cloth; do not use chemical solvents
SafetyDo not block ventilation openings; keep away from water and moisture
Spare PartsContact Samsung authorized service center
RepairabilityProfessional service required; do not open casing

Frequently Asked Questions - HT-DL255 SAMSUNG

How do I connect the HT-DL255 to my TV?
Use an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT port on the main unit to an HDMI input on your TV. Alternatively, you can use component video (red, green, blue) cables for video and an optical cable for audio if your TV supports it.
Why is there no sound from the speakers?
Check that all speaker wires are securely connected to the corresponding terminals. Ensure the system is not in mute mode and the volume is turned up. Verify that the correct input source is selected. If using an external device, check its audio output settings.
Can I play USB devices on this system?
Yes, the USB port on the front panel supports playback of MP3, JPEG, and DivX files. Insert a USB drive and select 'USB' as the input source. The system will display the file list on screen.
How do I set up the FM radio?
Press the FUNCTION button until 'FM' appears. Then press and hold the TUNING button to automatically scan and store available stations. You can also manually tune using the TUNING buttons.
The remote control does not work; what should I do?
First, check the batteries and replace them if needed. Ensure there are no obstacles between the remote and the main unit. Point the remote directly at the sensor. If still not working, try resetting the remote by removing batteries and pressing all buttons for a few seconds, then reinsert batteries.
How can I adjust the speaker levels?
Press the SETUP button on the remote, navigate to 'Speaker Setup' using the arrow keys, then select 'Level'. Adjust the volume for each channel using the +/- buttons. Confirm changes with the ENTER button.
What disc formats are supported?
The system plays DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW discs. It also supports playback of MP3, JPEG, and DivX files from these discs. Note that region codes apply; this unit is likely Region 2 or multi-region depending on model.
My DVD is not playing; what's wrong?
Check that the disc is inserted correctly with the label side up. Ensure the disc is not scratched or dirty. Clean the disc with a soft cloth from the center outward. Also verify that the disc format is supported (e.g., DVD-R, CD). If the region code does not match, the disc will not play.
How do I perform a factory reset?
With the system turned on, press and hold the STOP button on the main unit for about 5 seconds until 'INIT' appears on the display. This resets all settings to factory defaults. Note that all user settings and presets will be lost.
Can I connect additional speakers?
No, the HT-DL255 is designed to work with the supplied 5.1 speaker set. The speaker outputs are dedicated and cannot be used with other speaker configurations. Using different speakers may damage the system.

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USER MANUAL HT-DL255 SAMSUNG

THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY:

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Instruction Manual
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1

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text_image CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER, NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage which can cause electric shock is present inside this unit.

This symbol alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions accompanying the unit.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Wiring the Main Power Supply Plug(UK Only)

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The main lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.

Never use the plug with the fuse cover removed. If the cover is detachable and a replacement is required, it must be of the same colour as the fuse filled in the plug. Replacement covers are available from your dealer.

If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.

However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a main socket as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.

Never attempt to insert bare wires directly into a main socket. A plug and fuse must be used at all times.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE

As these colours may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:—

The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL —, OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.

PrecautionsSafety Warnings

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Ensure that the mains supply in your house complies what that indicated on the identification sticker located at the back of your play. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furnitars), with enough space around it for ventilation (7-10cm). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack other, or heavy devices on top over the player. Do not place the player on amplifiers or other equipment, which may become hot. Before moving the player ensure the disc tray empty. This player is designed for continuous use. Switching off the DVD player to the stand-by mode does not disconnect the electricity supply in order to separate the player completely from the mains, it has to be disconnected by unplugging the main plug, especially when left unused for a long period of time.

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During thunderstorms, disconnect the main plug from the socket. Main voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

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Do not expose the unit to direct sun radiation or other heat sources. This could lead to overhealing and malfunction of the unit.

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Protect the player from moisture/dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the player), and excess heating, fireplaces or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (e.g., speakers... I discomfort the power stable from the mains electricity supply if the player malfunction. Your player is not intended for industrial use but for domestic purposes only. Use of this product is for personal use only. Condensation if your player or disc have been stored in a cold atmosphere, as for example during transportation in the winter, wait for approximately 2 hours until they have reached room temperature.

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The battery used in this product contains the chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose of batteries in the general household waste. It is recommended that the replacement of the battery should be done by technician.

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DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) offers fantastic audio and video, thanks to Dolloy Digital surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy these realistic effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall.

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DVD players and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this player is given on the rear panel of the player. (Your DVD player will only play DVDs that are labeled with identical region codes.)

Do not use the following types of disc!

• LD, CDG, CD-I, CD-ROM and DVD-ROM cannot be played on this player.
If such discs are played, a "WRONG DISC FORMAT" message appears on the TV screen.
DVD discs purchased abroad may not play on this player.
If such discs are played, a "WRONG REGION CODE" message appears on the TV screen.

Copy Protection

  • Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD player directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.
  • This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods 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.

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Contents

Safety Warnings 1

Precautions 2

Description 5

Remote Control Unit 7

Connecting the Speakers 9

Connect Video to TV 10

Connecting the FM and AM(MW/LW) Antennas 11

AUX Connections 12

Connecting your System to the Power Supply 13

Before Using the DVD Player 14

DVD Playback 15

Forward/Reverse Searching 17

Slow Playback/checking the Remaining Time 18

Repeat Playback 19

Using Disc Menu/Title 20

Program Playback 21

Selecting the Audio Language/ Subtitle Language 23

Various DVD Functions 24

•To enlarge an image 24

-Selecting the desired Screen Angle 24

•To move directly to a title, chapter, or time 24

MP3 Playack 25

System Setup 27

Setting up the Language Features 29

Controlling a TV with the Remote 30

Speaker Setup 31

Creating Realistic Sound Fields 34

Dolby Pro Logic II decoder 35

DSP(Digital Signal Processor) Modes 37

Sleep Functions 38

Listening to the Radio 39

Presetting stations 40

About RDS broadcasting 41

Troubleshooting 43

Cautions on Hadling and Stroing Discs 45

Disc Type and Protection 46

Specification 47

Reference 48

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Description

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Front Panel

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text_image Stop (■) button Play/Pause (▶) button Function button Tuning Down & Skip (◀◀) buttons Volume control Power (DVI) button Open/Close button Disc Tray Headphone Jack LINEAR PCM indicator DSP Indi- cator TITLE indicator PBC indicator PROGRAM indicator TUNER indicator STEREO indicator SPEAKER indicator DTS Disc Indicator PRO LOGIC indicator DOLBY DIGITAL indicator System States Display ST TUNED RADIO FREQUENCY indicator

Rear Panel

For using the SCART cable

- If S-Video (Y/C-separation) is equipped for your TV, set Y/C-COMP.

selector of the center unit to Y/C. You can get a better picture quality by using C Video (VC operating) setting

If S-Video (Y/C separation) is not equipped for your TV.

set Y/C-COMP, selector to COMP

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text_image SCART JACK Connect to a TV with scart input jack. VIDEO OUT SELECT SWITCH Use the switch to set video out AM Antenna Connector FM Antenna Connector 5.1 Channel Speaker Output Terminals External Audio Component Input Connector S-Video Output Connector If the TV is equipped with an S-Video input connector (S-VIDEO IN), connect it to the player's S-Video output jack. Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector.

Accessories

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Remote Control Video/Audio Cable User's Manual FM Antenna AM Antenna

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Remote Control Unit

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text_image DVD POWER button DVD button TUNER button AUX button Title button Menu button Subtitle button Audio MO/ST(mono/stereo) button Display button Return button Go To button DSP/DPL II Effect button DSP/DPL II Mode button To open the remote control cover, push the top of the cover, then slide downward. TV Power button TV Channel Selection button TV Volume Control button TV/VIDEO button Play/Pause button Stop button Tuning Preset/CD Skip button Tuning Up/Down/CD Search button Direction/Enter button Volume Control buttons Speaker output volume control Sleep button Mute button

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text_image RDS Selection button Number(0~9) buttons Slow button Angle button Repeat button TV System/Zoom button Repeat A...B button D.R.C button RDS Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100

Insert Remote Batteries

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    A["Device with blue highlighted area"] --> B["Processed Device"]
    B --> C["Processed Device"]

1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote by pressing down and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.
2 Insert two 1.5V AAA batteries, paying attention to the correct polarities (+ and -).

3 Replace the battery cover.

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Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: - Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity:(+) to (+) and (-) to (-). - Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage. - Always replace both batteries at the same time. - Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

Range of Operation of the Remote Control

The remote control can be used up to approximately 23 feet/7 meters in a straight line. It can also be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30^ from the remote control sensor.

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text_image 30° 90° 7~10m

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Connecting the Speakers

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- Connect the satellite speakers, center speaker, and subwoofer to the terminals on the rear panel using speaker cords supplied. - Insert the end of the speaker cord into the terminal. Match the polarity (colors): Red (+) to red (+) and black (−) to black (−).

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    A["Left front speaker"] --> B["Center speaker"]
    B --> C["Right front speaker"]
    C --> D["Subwoofer"]
    D --> E["Left rear speaker"]
    E --> F["Right rear speaker"]

1 Press and hold the terminal tab.

2 Insert the speaker cord.

3 Release the finger.

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text_image Subwoofer Right rear speaker Left rear speaker Center speaker Right front speaker Left front speaker

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* for in-depth information about adjusting the delay time, see "Speaker Settings" on pages 32.

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Connect Video to TV

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Composite Video (Good Quality)

Connect the supplied video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back panel of the system to the VIDEO IN jack on your television.

S-Video (Better Quality)

If you television is equipped with an S-Video input, connect an S-Video cable (not supplied) from the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the back panel of the system to the S-VIDEO IN jack on your television.

Scart (Best Quality)

If you television is equipped with an SCART input, connect an Scart Jack (not supplied) from the AV OUT jack on the back panel of the system to the SCART IN jack on your television.

If your TV SCART terminal with Y/C-COMP. selector, you can get a better picture quality by setting Y/C-COMP. selector to Y/C. in this case, you need to set Y/C-COMP. selector of the center unit to Y/C.

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Connecting the FM and AM(MW/LW) Antennas

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text_image If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor AM antenna(not supplied). If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). FM Antenna (supplied) COAUXL FM 75Ω COAUXL FM 75Ω AM 1 2 3 AM Loop Antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna. COAUXL FM 75Ω Cooling fan (See "About Cooling Fan" below.)

FM antenna connection

  1. Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal.
  2. Slowly move the antenna wire around until you find a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a wall or other rigid surface.
  3. If reception is poor, connect an outdoor antenna. Before attaching a 75Ω coaxial cable (with a standard type connector), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

(About the cooling fan)

A cooling fan is mounted on the rear panel of the center unit to prevent abnormal temperature inside the center unit, thus assuring normal operation. The cooling fan automatically starts rotating to supply external cool air to the inside of the center unit when the internal temperature exceeds the specified limit.

AM(MW:LW) antenna connection

  1. Connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the AM and terminals.
  2. If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM terminal. (Keep the AM loop antenna connected).

For safety, observe the following carefully.

- Make sure there is good ventilation around the center unit. Poor ventilation could overheat and damage the carrier unit. - DO NOT block the cooling fan and the ventilation openings or holes. (If they are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to escape.)

AUX Connections

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text_image Audio Cable (Red/White) If the external analog component has only one output jack, you may connect either L or R. External Analog Components Connect to external equipment with analog output. Example: Video, TV, etc. • Always connect the video and audio connection cables to the equivalent colored jack. Warning

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    A["Making Analog Input Selection"] --> B["Remote Control"]
    A --> C["Main Unit"]
    B --> D["Press the AUX button and select AUX 1 IN, AUX 2 IN."]
    C --> E["Press the Function button and select AUX 1 IN, AUX 2 IN."]

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Connecting your System to the Power Supply

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The main lead must be plugged into an appropriate socket.

Before plugging your system into a main socket, you must check the voltage.

  1. Plug the main lead (marked AC Cord on the rear of the system) into an appropriate socket.
  2. Press the On/Standby button to switch your DVD Player system on.

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Listening on headphones

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Use headphones for private listening pleasure (not supplied).

Connect the headphones to the HEADPHONES jack of the front panel.

• No sound is produced from the speakers.
• To prevent hearing damage, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

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HEADPHONE jack

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Before Using the DVD Player

Your DVD player is capable of playing DVD, VCD, and CD discs.

User instructions may vary depending on the type of disc. Read the instructions carefully before use.

1

Prepe- rations before use

Turn on the power to your DVD player and TV.

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2

Select a video mode by pressing the TV/VIDEO button.

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3

Press the DVD button to select the DVD input function.

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Note

  • The "WAIT" message that appears on the display for about seven to eight seconds when turning on the power or selecting a DVD function indicates a stabilization period for optimizing the condition of your DVD player. While the message is being displayed, other buttons remain inactive.
  • When the power is not turned on, press down the Stop (■) button on the main unit for over 5 seconds.

The product will be initialized to its optimum state.

  • Certain operational features such as the Speaker mode, Test tone, Volume, etc. will not be displayed on the TV screen.
  • If your TV model is not SAMSUNG, refer to "Remote Control Unit Setup" on page 30.

TV System Selection

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Press the TV System button while in stop mode.

• Each time the TV System button is pressed, "NTSC, PAL" are selected in this order.
※ Different countries use different types of TV broadcast systems, video, audio and channel systems.
Example : The player cannot playback PAL-encoded DVD with NTSC-TV

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DVD Playback

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1

Press the Open/Close(▲) button to open the disc tray.

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- The button is located only on the Front Panel of the player (not on the remote).

2

Insert a DVD disc.

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- Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc's label facing up.

3

Press the Open/Close(▲) button again to close the disc tray.

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- Playback starts automatically.

Using the On-Screen Display

Press the Display button on the remote.

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text_image DVD T 1/2 C 1/8 DVD Indicator TITLE indicator CHAPTER indicator TITLE ELAPSED indicator

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graph TD
    A["DVD"] --> B["ENG"]
    B --> C["dts"]
    C --> D["OFF"]
    D --> E["ANGLE"]
    E --> F["REPEAT"]
    F --> G["AUDIO LANGUAGE indicator"]
    G --> H["DISC TYPE indicator"]
    H --> I["The On-Screen Display disappears."]

Pausing Playback

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Press the Play/Pause (▶II) button during playback.

- To resume, press the Play/Pause (▶1) button again.

Note

• Depending on the disc, the initial disc information screen may look different from disc to disc.
- When playing a DVD containing MPEG format, video may not be reproduced correctly and you may get picture distortion.

Stopping Playback

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Press the Stop ( ■ ) button during playback.

  • During playback, when the Stop (■) button is pressed, the position is stored in the memory, and ▶ STOP is shown on the display.
    When the Play/Pause (▶II) button or Return button is pressed subsequently, playback resumes from the position at which it was stopped.
  • If the Stop (■) button is pressed a second time, the 'resume play' memory function is canceled, and ■ STOP is shown on the display. When the Play/Pause (▶II) button is pressed, playback starts from the beginning.

What is a Title?

A movie contained in a DVD disc.

What is a Chapter?

Each Title on a DVD disc is divided into several smaller sections called "chapters".

Turning the sound off temporarily?

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Press the Mute button during playback.

• This operation may be useful when you need to greet the guests or answer the telephone.

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If the player is left for more than 3 minutes in pause mode, it will stop.

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Forward/Reverse Searching

During playback, you can search quickly through a chapter or track for a specific scene or tune.

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    A["High-Speed Playback"] --> B["Press the ◀ and ► button."]
    B --> C["Play"]
    C --> D["Each time the ◀ button is pressed"]
    D --> E["X2"]
    E --> F["×"]
    F --> G["X4"]
    G --> H["×"]
    H --> I["X8"]
    I --> J["×"]
    J --> K["PLAY"]
    K --> L["Each time the ► button is pressed"]
    L --> M["X2"]
    M --> N["×"]
    N --> O["X4"]
    O --> P["×"]
    P --> Q["X8"]
    Q --> R["×"]
    R --> S["PLAY"]
    S --> T["Each time the ► button is pressed"]

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    A["Press the |◀◀ and ▶▶▶ button."] --> B["Play button"]
    B --> C["DVD"]
    B --> D["VCD"]
    B --> E["CD"]
    F["Each time the button is pressed during playback, it moves to the next or previous chapter and plays it."] --> G["Search"]
    H["Search"] --> I["Search"]

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text_image DVD VCD Playing Frame by Frame Press the Step button. • The picture moves forward one frame each time the button is pressed. Stop Note No sound is heard during high-speed playback, slow playback, and step motion.

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Slow Playback/Checking the Remaining Time

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flowchart
graph LR
    A["Playing Slowly Press the Slow button."] --> B["Slow"]
    B --> C["DVD VCD"]
    D["Each time the Slow button is pressed"] --> E["DVD"]
    E --> F["SLOW 1/2"]
    F --> G["SLOW 1/4"]
    G --> H["PLAY"]
    H --> I["VCD"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#ffc,stroke:#333
    style H fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style I fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Checking the Remaining Time"] --> B["Press the Remain button"]
    B --> C["Each time the Remain button is pressed"]
    C --> D1["TITLE TIME"]
    C --> D2["REMAIN TIME : TITLE"]
    C --> D3["CHAPTER TIME"]
    C --> D4["REMAIN TIME : CHAPTER"]
    C --> D5["VCD CD"]
    D1 --> E1["Track TIME"]
    D2 --> E2["REMAIN TIME : TRACK"]
    D3 --> E3["DISC TIME"]
    D4 --> E4["REMAIN TIME : DISC"]
    D5 --> E5["DVCD CD"]

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Repeat Playback

Repeat playback allows you to repeat a chapter, title, or track.

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Playing Repeatedly

Press the Repeat button.

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DVD VCD CD

Each time the Repeat button is pressed
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flowchart
graph TD
    A["REPEAT : CHAPTER"] --> B["REPEAT : TITLE"]
    B --> C["REPEAT OFF"]
    D["DVD"] --> A

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REPEAT:ONE

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REPEAT:DISC

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REPEAT OFF

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- Repeat playback operation is not possible with version 2.0 VCD discs if PBC is turned on. To operate this feature, press the MENU button, and then select "PBC OFF".

A→B Repeat Playback

1 Press the Repeat A-B button at the beginning (A) of the segment you want to review.

2 Press the Repeat A..B button again at the end (B) of the segment you want to review.

- The segment will begin repeating.

To return to normal playback

Press the Repeat A→B button again.

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DVD VCD CD

REPEAT:A-

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REPEAT:A-B

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REPEAT OFF

Using Disc Menu/Title

To Select the Disc Menu

You can use the menus for the audio language, subtitle language, profile, etc. DVD menu contents differ from disc to disc.

1

Press the Menu button during playback.

- The Menu Screen appears. - When playing a VCD version 2.0, you can operate it using PBC On/Off function.

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DVD

3

Press the Enter button.

Use the Up/Down (▲ / ▼) or Left/Right(◄ / ►) button to access the different

• The selected item will play.

Using the Title Menu

For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. Depending on the disc, this function may either not work at all, or may work differently.

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DVD

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Program Playback

Use this function with video and music CDs to play the tracks in a particular order.

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To Program Tracks in a particular order

1

Press the Program button.

2

Press the Enter button then use the Number buttons to select the desired title.

3

Press the Enter button, then use the Number buttons to select the desired chapter.

- You can use also just the Left/Right (◀/▶ / ▲/ ▼) button.

- You can use also just the Left/Right (◀ / ▶ / ▲ / ▼) button.

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4

Press the Enter button.

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5

At this time, you can continue programming if you want to.

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To Playback the Tracks in the Programmed Order

• The selected track number is programming and the cursor moves to the next number.

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- When programming more than 10 tracks, selectNEXT↓ and then press the Enter button. The program selection screen where you can program up to 10 additional tracks appears.

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Press the Play/Pause (▶II) button.

To Cancel the Programming

Press either the Program button or Stop (■) button.

To Change the Program

1

Press the Up/Down (▲/▼) button to select the track number to be changed.

2

Press the Enter button to select the title or chapter to be changed.

3

Press the Clear button and then press the Number buttons.

4

Press the Enter button.

- The cursor moves to the next number when the Enter button is pressed again.

5

Repeat steps 1-4 above to change the program.

- The cursor moves to the number below.

To delete the entire Program

  • Press the Stop (■) button twice during playback.
  • Press the Stop (■) button once when in the Stop mode.
  • Press the Open/Close (▲) button on the main unit. The disc tray will open and then close. The program will then be deleted.

When you have entered a wrong number

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Press the Clear button.

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You can program or change particular tracks for VCD or CD discs in the same manner.

- When you want to delete a selection during programming, select the track (or chapter, or title) to be deleted and then press the Clear button.

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Selecting the Audio Language/Subtitle Language

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flowchart
graph LR
    A["Selecting the Audio Language Press the Audio button."] --> B["Audio MO/ST"]
    B --> C["DVD"]
    D["Depending on the number of languages recorded on a DVD disc, a different audio language (ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, etc.) is selected each time the button is pressed."] --> E["DV"]
    E --> F["ENGLISH"]
    E --> G["OFF"]
    E --> H["BPA 2/3"]
    E --> I["TRE 3/3"]

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- Depending on the disc, DTS or DIGITAL PRO LOGIC can be selected.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Selecting the Subtitle Language"] --> B["Press the Subtitle button"]
    B --> C["DVd"]
    C --> D["To select "OFF""]
    D --> E["Select "OFF""]
    E --> F["IFR33"]
    F --> G["IFR72"]
    G --> H["IFR13"]
    H --> I["IFR10"]
    I --> J["IFR9"]
    J --> K["IFR8"]
    K --> L["IFR7"]
    L --> M["IFR6"]
    M --> N["IFR5"]
    N --> O["IFR4"]
    O --> P["IFR3"]
    P --> Q["IFR2"]
    Q --> R["IFR1"]
    R --> S["IFR0"]
    S --> T["IFR0"]
    T --> U["IFR0"]
    U --> V["IFR0"]
    V --> W["IFR0"]
    W --> X["IFR0"]
    X --> Y["IFR0"]
    Y --> Z["IFR0"]
    Z --> AA["IFR0"]
    AA --> AB["IFR0"]
    AB --> AC["IFR0"]
    AC --> AD["IFR0"]
    AD --> AE["IFR0"]
    AE --> AF["IFR0"]
    AF --> AG["IFR0"]
    AG --> AH["IFR0"]
    AH --> AI["IFR0"]
    AI --> AJ["IFR0"]
    AJ --> AK["IFR0"]
    AK --> AL["IFR0"]
    AL --> AM["IFR0"]
    AM --> AN["IFR0"]
    AN --> AO["IFR0"]
    AO --> AP["IFR0"]
    AP --> AQ["IFR0"]
    AQ --> AR["IFR0"]
    AR --> AS["IFR0"]
    AS --> AT["IFR0"]
    AT --> AU["IFR0"]
    AU --> AV["IFR0"]
    AV --> AW["IFR0"]
    AW --> AX["IFR0"]
    AX --> AY["IFR0"]

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- If the word ⏻ INVALID appears on the TV screen while buttons are being operated, that operation is not possible with that particular disc. - Depending on the disc, the audio or subtitle language function may not work.

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Various DVD Functions

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text_image To enlarge an image Press the Zoom button. • Images can be enlarged 2x and 4x. • During DVD playback, press the ZOOM button to zoom in 2X/4X/normal, in that order. • Press ▶ / ▶ / ▶ / ▶ to move the enlarged portion you want to watch. TV System Zoom DVD VCD Note • Only 2X zoom operation is possible during VCD playback.

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text_image Selecting the desired Screen Angle Press the Angle button. • This function only works with discs on which multiple angles have been recorded. • During playback, press the Angle button to select the desired angle in 1/3, 2/3, 3/3, normal, in that order. OFF 2/3 3/3

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["To move directly to a title, chapter, or time"] --> B["1 Press the Go To button."]
    B --> C["2 Press Number(0-9) button or the Left/Right (◄►) button."]
    C --> D["3 Each time the button is pressed, it repeats as shown below."]
    D --> E["4 Each time the buttons are pressed the desired scene is located and then played."]
    E --> F["5 Depending on the disc, the Title function may not work."]

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MP3 Playback

This system has a built-in MP3 decoder.

You can play back MP3 tracks (files) recorded on CD-Rs, CD-RWs, and CD-ROMs.

Starting Playback

- It is recommended you turn on your TV when playing back an MP3 disc.

1

Press the Open/Close(▲) button to load a disc.

2

Press the Play/Pause( ▶II ) button.

  • After detecting the disc, playback starts.
  • The on-screen bar and the contents recorded on the MP3 disc will be shown on the TV if it is turned on.

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text_image 1 : Disc type DVD VCD CD MP3 2 : Current track (file) and total number of the tracks on the disc • Ex.: 1st track is playing out of 35 tracks recorded. 3 : Bit rate • Ex.: Bit rate used for recording the loaded disc is 128 Kbps. (See below.) 4 : Repeat mode indicator • Ex.: When repeat mode is turned off. 5 : Elapsed playing time and the total playing time of the current track 6 : Sound indication • Indicates sound input level. (Only appears during playback.)

To stop during playback

Press the Stop (■) button.

What is MP3?

MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group (or MPEG) Audio Layer 3. MP3 is simply a file format with a data compression ratio of 1:10 (128 Kbps ^4 ). That means, by using MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain 10 times as much data volume as a regular CD can. *Bit rate is the average number of bits that one second of audio data will consume. The measuring unit used is Kops (1000 bits per second). To obtain better audio quality, choose a higher bit rate. The most popular bit rate for encoding (recording) is 128 Kops.

MP3 File Compatibility

  • This system can only read MP3 files that are recorded in the format that is compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2.
    •The system can read or play MP3 files only with the extension code —*.mp3".
  • ID3*tags cannot be shown on the display. *An MP3 file can contain file information called "ID3 Tag" where its album name, performer, rack title, etc. are recorded.

Operations Using the On-Screen Display

Turn on your TV when playing back an MP3 disc.

When the loaded MP3 disc is recognized, the following on-screen display appears on the TV screen. (The contents of this on-screen display vary according to the disc — the way MP3 tracks were recorded on the disc.)

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Button To do

ENTER, ▶ Start playback or go into a directory.

▲/▼

Select a track or directory.

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MP3 On-Screen Display Operations

CD-R/RW playback compatibility

  • Your DVD player can also play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in digital audio format. When recording your own CD-R or CD-RW discs, make sure that the recording session is properly terminated, or they will not be playable. (Depending on disc properties and recording quality, some CD-R/RWs may not be playable.)
  • CD-RW has a lower reflection rate than CD-R media and consequently it will take a longer to read CD-R discs.
  • CD-RW discs recorded at high speed tend to be difficult for the DVD player to read. If the recording speed for the CD-RW disc is not predetermined, write it at low speed.

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Repeating Playback

On an MP3 disc, Repeat A…B cannot be used. You can enjoy only repeat play.

Press the Repeat button.

The indication corresponding to the selected mode appears on the TV screen.

• Each time you press the button, repeat mode changes as follows:

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REPEAT:RANDOM

: All tracks recorded on the disc will be played once in random order. REPEAT:ONE

: Current track will be repeated.

REPEAT:DIR

; Tracks in the current directory will be repeated.

REPEAT:DISC

: All tracks on the disc will be repeated.

REPEAT OFF

: Repeat play is canceled.(Normal play is resumed.)

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System Setup

You can use the DVD player's Setup function to select the TV screen ratio, rating limit, or digital output mode.

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To Set up the System

1

From the stop mode, press the Setup button.

2

Press the Left/Right (◀/▶) button to select the system.

3

Press the Up/Down (▲/▼) button to select the desired item.

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4

Press the Enter button or Right (▶) button.

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5

Press the Up/Down (▲ / ▼) button to select the desired sub-item and then press the Enter button.

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To End the System Setup

- Press the Setup button again.

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TV SCREEN(TV SCREEN RATIO)

Select when you want to watch a 16:9 screen ratio DVD movie on a TV with a 4:3 ratio screen.

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4:3LB You can see the full 16:9 picture, but black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen.
4:3PS You can only view the central portion of the 16:9 screen.
16:9 You can view in wide screen but the top and bottom of the picture will be cut off.

- If the movie is recorded in 4:3 ratio, you cannot view the full 16:9 picture with the above functions.

RATING LEVEL

The Rating Level function works in conjunction with DVDs which have been assigned a rating, to help control the type of DVD that your family watches.

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  1. Select RATING LEVEL, then press the Enter button.

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  1. Use the number(0\~9) buttons to input a 4-digit password. • The player's password is set to "7890" by default.

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  1. Use the Up/Down (▲/▼) button to select either RATING LEVEL or NEW PASSWORD, and then press the Enter button.

• There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc.
- If LEVEL 6 is selected, a disc which contains rating LEVEL 7 and above cannot be played.
- If you select NEW PASSWORD, the screen changes and enables you to enter the new password.

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Setting up the Language Features

Using the DVD player's Setup function, you can customize the Menu Language. Subtitle Language, and Disc Menu Language.

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To set up the language feature

1

Press the Setup button from the stop mode.

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3

Press the Enter button or Right (▶) button.

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2

Press the Up/Down (▲/▼) button to select the desired Item.

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4

Press the Up/Down (▲/▼) button to select the desired language and then press the Enter button.

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To End the Language Features Setup

Setup

- Press the Setup button again.

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Controlling a TV with the Remote

The remote can also be set up to control most TVs. To program the remote, use the code that corresponds to your brand.

1

Turn on the TV.

2

Point the DVD's remote at the TV.

3

While holding the button down, enter the code for your brand.

CodeBrand CodeBrand
01SAMSUNG 116SHARP 3
02SHARP 217ZENITH
03SONY18LG 3
04MAGNAVOX19DAEWOO B
05SANYO 120SANYO 2
06LG 221EMERSON
07RCA22SHARP 3
08LG 123SAMSUNG 4
09TOSHIBA24MATSUSHITA
10HITACHI25NOBLEX
11JVC26TELEFUNKEN
12PANASONIC 127NEWSAN
13MITSUBISHI 228LCEWE
14SAMSUNG 229RCA2
15SAMSUNG 3

example : For SAMSUNG 1TVs

While holding down th

enter 0 + 1 .

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button,

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- If your TV does not switch from VIDEO mode to TV mode, press the TV POWER(⏻/|) button twice.

• The remote may not be able to control every model TV of the brands listed.

4

If the TV turns off, setup is complete.

Activating Dynamic Range Compression

You can enjoy a powerful sound even at a low volume level by compressing the dynamic range (difference between the maximum and minimum sounds).

From the remote control ONLY:

Press the D.R.C button.

- Each time you press the button, the dynamic range compression mode alternates between on and off. Select "D.R.C.ON" while watching the DVD at night. (You can obtain a powerful sound at a low volume.)

- This function takes effect only when Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround is activated.

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Speaker Setup

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Setting up Speaker Mode and Delay Time

1

Press the SPK Mode button.

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2

Press the Left/Right (◀ /▶) button to select the desired item.

• Each time the button is pressed, a different mode selection is displayed on the front panel display as shown below.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["F - SP SMALL"] --> B["Front speaker: Small"]
    C["C - SP SMALL"] --> D["Center speaker: Small"]
    E["R - SP SMALL"] --> F["Rear speaker: Small"]
    G["SW - SP USE"] --> H["Subwoofer: Use"]

Delay Time

C-DEL QOMS Center Speaker Delay Time

R-DEL 00MS Rear Speaker Delay Time

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Setting up Delay Time from 00\~05ms

Setting up Delay Time from 00\~15ms

- SMALL: When this setting is selected, low frequencies of below 200 Hz are assigned to the subwoofer only.

• USE: Select when using speakers.

- NONE: Select this when no speakers are installed.

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The display changes depending on the current audio output mode (DSP, PRO LOGIC, 3-STEREO, STEREO, etc.).

To set the delay time

When 5.1 Channel Surround Sound is played, you can enjoy the best sound if the distance between you and each speaker is the same. You can set Delay Time in the Center/Rear Speaker to customize the sound to the acoustics of your room.

Setting Center Speaker

If the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the distance of Df in the figure, set the mode as 0ms.

Otherwise, change the setting according to the table on the table.

Setting Rear Speakers

If the distance of Df is equal to the distance of Ds in the figure, set the mode as 0ms.

Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.

(A)=D4-Dc

Distance of (A)Value(ms)
501.3
1002.6
1503.9
2005.3

(B)=D4-D5

Distance of (B)Value(ms)
2015.3
40110.6
60115.9

Do: Distance from center speaker to listening position

Df: Distance from front speakers to listening position

Ds: Distance from rear speakers to listening position

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Arrange all speakers within a circle as shown in the figure.

Speaker Setting Methods

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Set the front speakers so that their tweeters (high-range) are aligned at about ear level and at a horizontal angle of 45^ to the prime listening position.

Center Speaker

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Ideally the center speaker should be positioned with its top surface flush with the front speakers. However, you may place the speaker either on top or near the bottom of your TV set.

Rear Speakers

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Set the rear speakers further back parallel to the walls, at 60 to 90 centimeters (2 to 3 feet) above prime listening position ear level.

If the space behind the listening position is insufficient (i.e., too close to the wall), place the rear speakers facing each other on either side.

Subwoofer Speaker

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Place the subwoofer at any convenient location within the vicinity of the listening position.

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flowchart
graph LR
    A["To set up Speaker Balance"] --> B["Press the Sound Edit button."]
    B --> C["Use the Left/Right (◄/►) button to make adjustment."]
    C --> D["Sound Edit"]
    D --> E["DVD VCD CD"]

• Each time the button is pressed the selection switches as shown below.

Example: 5.1CH Sound Setup
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text_image -03 F-00 OFF, range of -6 ~ 0 Front Speakers: L level, R level OFF, range of -6 ~ 0 Rear Speakers: L level, R level CE4 00dB range of -6 ~ -00 ~ +6 Center Speaker 88dB 00dB range of -6 ~ -00 ~ +6 Rear Speakers 54 00dB range of -6 ~ -00 ~ +6 Subwoofer Speaker

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The display changes depending on the current audio output mode (DSP, PRO LOGIC, 3-STEREO, STEREO, etc.).

Speaker Setting Methods

Press the Test Tone button.

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- The test signal will be sent to the Left Front, Center, Right Front, Right Rear, Left Rear and Subwoofer in that order.

To End the Language Features Setup

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- Press the Test Tone button again.

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Note

While in DSP or PRO LOGIC mode, TEST TONE may operate differently for VCDs or CDs.

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text_image Creating Realistic Sound Fields

You can use the following surround to reproduce a realistic sound field.
• Digital Multichannel Surround —Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround
• Dolby Pro Logic 1

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Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround

To enjoy surround effectively, all the speakers need to be connected and activated.

Dolby Digital

Used to reproduce multichannel sound tracks of the software encoded with Dolby Digital (DO DOBY DIGITAL).

Dolby Digital encoding method (discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format)records and digitally compresses the left front channel, right front channel, per center channel, left rear channel, right rear channel, and LFE channel signals (total 6 channels, but LFE channel is counted as 0.1 channel. Therefore, LFE is called the 5.1 channel). In addition, Dolby Digital enables stereo rear sounds, and sets the cutoff frequency of the rear treble at 20 kHz, compared to 7 kHz for Dolby Pro Logic. These facts result in better sound quality than Dolby Pro Logic.

When the system detects Dolby Digital signals, the DOLBY DIGITAL indicator lights up on the display.

DTS Digital Surround

Used to reproduce multichannel sound tracks of the software encoded with DTS Digital Surround ( [dts] ).

DTS Digital Surround is another discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD,LD,and DVD software. Compared to Dolby Digital,audio compression rate is relatively low. This fact allows DTS Digital Surround format to add breadth and depth to the reproduced sounds.As a result,DTS Digital Surround features natural,solid and clear sound.

When the system detects DTS Digital Surround signals, the DTS indicator lights up on the display.

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Dolby Pro Logic II

• Dolby Pro-Logic II is a new multi-channel playback format developed by Dolby Laboratories using feedback logic steering technology and offering improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits.
- Dolby Pro Logic II can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround (☐) DOULY SURROUND) but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) to achieve surround sound.
- Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround channel playback frequency band was limited, Dolby Pro Logic II offers a wider band range. In addition, the surround channels were monaural (the surround left and right channels were the same) with previous Dolby Pro Logic, but with Dolby Pro Logic II they are stereo.

\* Sources recorded in Dolby Surround

These are sources in which three or more channels of surround have been recorded as two channels of signals using Dolby Surround encoding technology. Dolby Surround is used for the sound tracks of movies recorded on DVDs, LDs and video cassettes to be played on stereo VCRs, as well as for the stereo broadcast signals of FM radio, TV, satellite broadcasts and cable TV. Decoding these signals with Dolby Pro Logic makes it possible to achieve multi-channel surround playback. The signals can also be played on ordinary stereo equipment, in which case they provide normal stereo sound.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic," and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,842 and other world wide patents issued and pending. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Dolby Pro Logic II decoder

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Dolby Pro Logic II

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DVD VCD CD

Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multichannel audio signals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround, but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left/right, center and surround left/right). In addition, various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision.

1

Press the Function button to select the desired function.

- Select from FM, AM, DVD and AUX 1, AUX 2.

2

Press the Pro Logic II button.

3

Press the DSP/DPL II Mode button.

• Each time the Pro Logic II button is pressed.

• Each time the DSP:DPL II Mode button is pressed.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["PRO LOGIC II : Left, Center, Right, Subwoofer and Surround(Left, Right) Channels"] --> B["DPL-II M"]
    C["STEREO : Left, Right and Subwoofer Channels"] --> D["STEED"]
    B --> E["MUSIC"]
    D --> F["CINEMA"]
    E --> G["PRO LOGIC"]
    F --> H["MATRIX"]
    G --> I["Output"]
    H --> I

Pro Logic II Mode

Select one of the modes ("MUSIC", "CINEMA", "PRO LOGIC" or "MATRIX").

  • The Music mode is recommended when listening to CDs or watching DVDs with mostly musical content.
    • The Cinema mode is best when watching movies.
  • The Pro Logic mode offers the same surround processing as original Pro Logic and is best used when the source contents are not of optimum quality.
  • The Matrix mode is useful for when the audio is mono.

Dolby Pro Logic II Effect Function

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This function works only in the DPL II M (Dolby Pro Logic II Music) Mode.

1

Press the DSP/DPL II Effect button.

2

Use the Left/Right (◀/▶) button to make adjustments.

• Each time the DSP/DPL II Effect button is pressed.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["PANORAMA 1"] --> B["C-WIDTH 4"]
    B --> C["BIM 1"]
    D["PANORAMA 0"] --> E["C-WIDTH 6"]
    E --> F["BIM 3"]
    G["Select '0' or '1'"] --> A
    H["The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7."] --> E
    I["The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6."] --> F

- Panorama Mode

This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting "wraparound" effect with side wall imaging.

• Center Width Control

This control adjusts the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees.

Dimension Control

This control gradually adjusts the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear.

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- When playing a DVD encoded in two or more channels, DOLBY PRO LOGIC II mode cannot be selected.

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DSP(Digital Signal Processor) Modes

DSP modes have been designed to simulate different acoustic environments.

The sound heard in a hall, theater, pavilion, dance club, or live club consists of direct

and indirect sound — early reflections and reflections from behind.

Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection.

Indirect sounds are delayed by the distance of the ceiling and walls.

These indirect sounds are an important element of the acoustic surround effect.

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Press the DSP/DPLII Mode button.

• The following DSP modes are provided with this unit:

HALL : Provides a clear vocal and simulates the feeling of a concert hall.

THEATER : Simulates the feeling of a theater.

PAVILION : Simulates the spacious feeling of a pavilion with a high ceiling.

DANCE CLUB : Simulates the sound of a dance club with a throbbing bass beat.

LIVE CLUB : Simulates the feeling of a live music club with a low ceiling.

• These DSP modes can be used to add acoustic surround effects while reproducing stereo analog or linear PCM digital signals.

- When one of the DSP modes is selected, the DSP indicator lights up on the display.

DSP modes available according to the input signal format
O : Possible, X : Not possible

SurroundMultichannel SurroundDSP(canceled)
HALLTHEATERPAVILIONDANCE CLUBLIVE CLUBSTEREO
Input Signal formatAnalogXOOOOOO
Linear PCMXOOOOOO
Doby DigitalOXXXXXX
DTSOXXXXXX

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Sleep Function

To set up Sleep

Press the Sleep button.

• Each time the button is pressed the selection toggles as follows: SLEEP 10 → SLEEP 20
→ SLEEP 30 → SLEEP 60 → SLEEP 90
→ SLEEP 120 → SLEEP 150 → OFF

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What is the Sleep function?

You can set the delay time so that the unit powers off automatically after a preset period of time.

To Review Sleep Setting

  • The remaining time for the selected Sleep time is displayed.
  • Pressing the button once again changes the Sleep time from the last setting.

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Listening to the Radio Presetting stations

You can listen to the chosen band (FM, MW or LW broadcast stations) by using either the automatic tuning or manual tuning operation.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["1"] --> B["Press the Tuner(Band) button."]
    C["2"] --> D["Select a broadcast station."]
    E["1"] --> F["Press the Function button to select the desired band (FM, MW or LW)."]
    G["2"] --> H["Select a broadcast station."]

    I["Main Unit"] --> J["1"]
    K["Remote Control Unit"] --> L["• The selection toggles back and forth between "FM" "MW" and "LW" each time the Tuner(Band) button is pressed."]
    L --> M["Auto Station 1: When the ◀◀▶▶ button is pressed, a preset broadcast station is selected."]
    L --> N["Auto Station 2: Hold in the ◀◀▶▶ button. Automatic searching begins, and then stops when a station is tuned in."]
    L --> O["Manual Station: Press the ◀◀▶▶ button to tune to the chosen station. The frequency changes incrementally in either direction each time the corresponding button is pressed."]
    P["1"] --> Q["Press the Function button to select the desired band (FM, MW or LW)."]
    R["2"] --> S["Select a broadcast station."]

    T["Main Unit"] --> U["1"]
    V["Remote Control Unit"] --> W["• The selection toggles back and forth between "FM" "MW" and "LW" each time the Tuner(Band) button is pressed."]
    X["2"] --> Y["Auto Station 1: Press the Stop {■ } button to select the PRESET mode. Then press the ◀◀▶▶ button to select a station stored in the preset"]
    X --> Z["Auto Station 2: Press the Stop {■ } button to select the MANUAL mode on the front panel. Then hold in the ◀◀▶▶ button to make the unit begin automatical searching for broadcast stations."]
    X --> AA["Manual Station: Press the Stop {■ } button to select the MANUAL mode front panel. Press the ◀◀▶▶ button to tune to the desired station. The frequency changes incrementally in either direction each time the corresponding button is pressed."]

To Listen in Mono/Stereo

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Press the MO/ST button. (only FM)

  • The selection toggles back and forth between "STEREO" and "MONO"
    each time the MO/ST button is pressed.
  • In a poor reception areas, select Mono mode for a clear, interference-free broadcast.

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text_image stations You can store up to:

You can store up to:

  • 15 FM stations
    • BMW stations
    • 7 LW stations

• FM Frequency Modulation
• AM(MW) Medium Wave
• LY Long wave

Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory

1

Press the Tuner(Band) button and select the FM band.

2

Select the MANUAL by pressing the Stop (■) button on the main unit.

3

Use the ◀◀ and ▶▶ button to tune into 89.1

- The selection toggles back and forth between "→FM →AM(MW) →LW" each time the Tuner(Band) button is pressed.

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4

Press the Program button on the remote control, FM1 will flash. If you want to save 89.1 to FM1, press Program again.

5

If you want to save 89.1 to another preset location(FM2\~FM15), press |◀◀ or ▶▶▶, then press Program to save it to that location.

6

To preset other stations, follow steps 1\~4 again.

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To store other Channels

Follow steps 3-5 again.

To tune in a preset station

See the previous page.

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About RDS broadcasting

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Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to receive FM stations

RDS allows FM stations to send an additional signal along with their regular program signals. For example, the stations send their station names, as well as information about what type of program they broadcast, such as sports or music, etc.

When tuned to an FM station which provides the RDS service, the RDS Indicator lights up on the display.

• Description on RDS function

  1. PTY (Program Type) : Displays the type of programme currently being broadcast
  2. PS NAME (Program Service Name): Indicates the name of broadcasting station and is composed of 8 characters.
  3. RT (Radio Text) : Decodes the text broadcast by a station (if any) and is composed of maximum 64 characters.
  4. CT (Clock Time) : Decodes the real time clock from the FM frequency.

• Some stations may not transmit PTY, RT or CT information therefore this may not be displayed in all cases 5.TA (Traffic Announcement): When this symbol flashes it shows that the traffic announcement is in progress.

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• RDS is not available for MW/LW broadcasts.
- RDS may not operate correctly if the station tuned is not transmitting RDS signal properly or if the signal strength is weak.

What information can RDS signals provide?

You can see the RDS signals the station sends on the display.

TO show the RDS signals

Press RDS DISPLAY while listening to an FM station.
Each time you press the button, the display change to show you the following information:

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PS (Program Service) : While searching, "PS" appears and then the station names will be displayed. "NO PS" appears if no signal is sent.

PTY (Rrogram Type) : while searching, "PTY" appears and then the type of the broadcast program will be displayed. 'NO PTY' appears if no signal is sent.

RT(RadioText) : while searching."RT" appears and then text messages the station sends will be displayed. "NO RT" appears if no signal is sent.

Frequency : station frequency (non-RDS service)

About characters shown in the display

When the display shows PS, PTY, or RT signals, the following characters are used.
- The display window cannot differentiate upper case and lower case letters and always uses upper case letters.
- The display window cannot show accented letters, "A." for instance, may stans for accented "A's" like "A, A, A, A, A and A."

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If searching finishes at once, 'PS', 'PTY', and 'RT' will not appear on the display.

PTY (Program Type) indication and PTY-SEARCH function

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One of the advantages of the RDS service is that you can locate a particular kind of program from the presel channels by specifying the PTY codes.

To search for a program using the PTY codes
Before you start, remomber...

The PTY Search is only applicable to preset stations.To stop searching any time during the process, press PTY SEARCH while searching.There is a time limit in doing the following steps.If the setting is cancelled before you finish. start from step 1 again.When pressing the buttons on the primary remote control, make sure that you have selected the FM station using the primary remote control.

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Press PTY SEARCH while listening to an FM station.

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Press and hold PTY-or PTY+until the PTY code you want appears on the display window, while "PTY SELECT" is flashing.

- The display gives you the PTY codes described to the right.

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Press PTY SEARCH again, while the PTY code selected in the previous step is still on the display.

- The center unit searches 15 preset FM stations, stops when it finds the one you have selected, and tunes in that station.

DisplayProgram Type
NEWS• Noise including an announced opinion and report
AFFAIRS• Several matters including a current incident, documentary, discussion and analysis.
INFO• Information including weights and measures, returns and forecasts, matters interesting the customer, medical information, etc.
SPORT• Sports
EDUCATE• Education
DRAMA• Drama, Radio serial, etc.
CULTURE• Culture/National or local culture including the religious problem, social science, language, theater, etc.
SCIENCE• Natural science and technology
VARIED• Others-Speech, amusing program (music, game), interview, comedy and spiritual play, etc.
POP M• Pop music
ROCK M• Rock music
LIGHT M• Light classical music. Classical music and instrumental and chorus music
CLASSIC• Heavy classical music-Ochrosts music, symphony, chamber music and opera
OTHER M• Other music - Jazz, R&B country music
WEATHER• Weather
FINANCE• Finance
CHILDREN• Children's programmes
SOCIAL A• Social affairs
RELIGION• Religion
PHONE IN• Phone in
TRAVEL• Travel
LEISURE• Leisure
JAZZ• Jazz Music
COUNTRY• Country Music
NATIONAL M• National Music
OLDIES• Oldies Music
FOLK M• Folk Music
DOCUMENT• Documentary

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Troubleshooting

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Problem Check

The disc tray does not open.• Is the disc installed with the label side facing up?• Is the power cord plugged securely into the power outlet?• Turn off the power to the unit by pressing the Power (O/I) button and turn it back on.
Disc does not play.• Check the region number of the DVD.• DVD discs purchased abroad may not be playable.• This player cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc.• Check the rating level of the DVD.
Playback does not start immediately when the Play/Pause button is pressed.• Check whether the disc has any scratch marks or is deformed?
No sound is produced.• No sound is heard during high-speed playback, slow playback, and step motion playback modes.• Are the speakers properly connected? Is the speaker Setup correctly customized?• Is the disc severely damaged?The disc may be dirty. Wipe off fingerprints or dirt.
Sound can be heard only from a few speakers and not all six.• When listening to a CD or radio, sound is output to the front speakers only (L/R). Select the “PRO LOGIC” option by pressing the Pro Logic button on the remote control unit to use all six speakers.• Check whether your DVD disc is 5.1 CH compatible.
Picture does not appear; sound is not produced; the disc tray opens 2-5 seconds later.• Was the player moved suddenly from a cold pace to a warm one?When condensation forms inside the player, remove the disc and let the player stand for 1 or 2 hours with the power on. (You can use the player after the condensation disappears.)
Sound quality is irregular.• Are the speaker cables loose?• Is there any dirt or debris at the end of the speaker connector?
Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel Surround Sound is not being reproduced.• Does the disc being played show the “Dolby Digital 5.1CH” mark ?5.1-channel sound is reproduced only if the disc is recorded with5.1 channel sound.• Is the DVD player connected to the proper speakers?

Problem Check

The disc revolves but no picture appears.Picture shows interference and quality is poor.Is the TV power turned on?Are the video cables properly connected?Is it the player in PAUSE mode?Is your TV's video format (NTSC/PAL) set correctly?Press the NTSC/PAL button once again to change the current selection.Is there any dirt on the disc, or is the disc damaged?It may not be possible to play some DVD discs due to poor manufacture.When a dark scene changes to a bright scene during playback, the screen may flicker vertically. Some disturbance is normal.
Remote control unit does not operate.Is the remote control being used within the appropriate distance and angle of operation for the unit?Are there any obstacles between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor?Are the batteries dead? Is it time to replace the batteries with new ones?
Audio or subtitle language does not operate.The audio or subtitle language features does not operate with DVDs that do not include multiple audio or subtitle languages.
The Menu button is pressed but the Menu screen does not appear.Is the remote control being used within the appropriate distance and angle of operation for the unit?Are the batteries dead?Does tje disc have a Menu?
The screen ratio cannot be changed.You can play 16:9 wide DVDs in 16:9 WIDE mode or 4:3 LETTER BOX mode or 4:3 PAN-SCAN mode; but 4:3 encoded DVDs only show In 4:3 ratio. Refer to the DVD disc jacket and then select the appropriate function.
The desired radio station cannot be tuned in.Is the antenna installed properly?When the antenna's input signal is weak, install an external FM antenna in an area with good reception quality.
The system is malfunctioning (the system does not work or no sound).While the player is in the stop mode, hold the Stop (■) button down on the main unit for over 5 seconds."INITIAL" appears on the display and all settings will return to the Factory Preset condition.The RESET function erases all settings; do not use this function unless necessary.

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Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs

Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and picture quality or cause breaks in playback. Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them.

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Handling and Storing Discs

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When you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth.

- When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the outside of the disc.

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Condensation may form if warm air comes into contact with cold parts inside the player. When condensation forms inside the player, the player may not operate correctly. If this occurs, remove the disc and let the player stand for 1 or 2 hours with the power on.

Disc Storage

Do not keep in direct sunlight

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Keep in a cool ventilated area

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Keep in a clean Protection jacket. Store vertically.

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  • Do not allow the discs to become contaminated with dirt.
  • Do not load cracked discs or discs that are scratched.

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Disc Type and Protection

Usable Discs

Disc TypesMarksRecording TypesDisc SizeMax. Playing Time
DVDAudio + Video12cmApprox. 240 min. (Single-sided)
Approx. 480 min. (Double-sided)
8cmApprox. 160 min. (Single-sided)
Approx. 160 min. (Double-sided)
VIDEO-CDAudio + Video12cm74 min.
8cm20 min.
AUDIO-CDAudio12cm74 min.
8cm20 min.

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Dolby Digital disc

DTS Disc

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Digital Audio disc

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Stereo disc MP3 dNESC broadcast system in USA, Canada, Japan, South Korea, etc..

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Specification

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GENERALPower Consumption160W
Weight9.1Kg
Dimensions (W x H x D)430 x 100 x 370 mm
Operating Temperature Range+5°C~+35°C
Operating Humidity Range10%~75%
FM TUNERUsable Sensitivity10dB
S/N Ratio60dB
Distortion0.5%
AM TUNERUsable Sensitivity54dB
S/N Ratio40dB
Distortion2%
VIDEO INPUTComponent VideoY:1.0Vp-p(75Ω load), Pr:0.70Vp-p(75Ω load)
Pb:0.70Vp-p(75Ω load)
VIDEO OUTPUTComposite Video1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
Scart JackCompositive Video : 1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
Luminance signal : 1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
Color Signal : 0.286Vp-p(75Ω load)
S-VIDEOLuminance Signal: 1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
Color Signal: 0.286Vp-p(75Ω load)
AMP LIFIERFront speaker output100W x 2(6Ω)
Center speaker output100W(6Ω)
Rear speaker output100W x 2(6Ω)
Subwoofer speaker output100W(3Ω)
Frequency range20Hz~25KHz
S/N Ratio75dB
Channel separation50dB
Input sensitivity(AUX)500mV
SPEAKERSpeaker system5.1ch speaker system
Front/Center/Rear speakerSubwoofer speaker
Impedance6Ω x 5
Frequency range100Hz~20kHz45Hz~200Hz
Output sound pressure level87dB/W/M86dB/W/M
Rated input100W100W
Maximum input200W200W
Dimensions (W x H x D)Front/Rear138 x 252 x 165 mm
Center370 x 190 x 140 mm
WeightsFront/Rear1.8Kg
Center2.5Kg

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Reference

Note on Terminology

ANGLERecorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot from a number of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left , from the right , etc.). With such discs, the Angle button can be used to change the angle of view for specific scenes.
CHAPTER NUMBERThese numbers are recorded on DVD discs. A Title is subdivided into many sections, each of which is numbered, and specific parts of the video can be searched quickly using these numbers.
DVDA high-density optical disc on which high-quality pictures and sound have been recorded by means of digital signals. Incorporating a new video compression technology (MPEG-2) and high-density recording technology, a DVD disc comprises two 0.6 mm thick discs bonded together.
PCMAn acronym for Pulse Code Modulation - another name for digital audio.
PBC(PLAYBACKCONTROL)This is recorded on a video CD (version 2.0). Selected scenes or information can be chosen from the menu displayed on the TV monitor.
REGION NUMBERBoth the DVD player and DVD discs are encoded with a region number.If the region number on the DVD disc does not correspond to the region number of the DVD player, the player cannot play the disc.
SUBTITLESTranslated appearing at the bottom of the screen. A DVD disc can contain up to 32 subtitle languages.
TITLE NUMBERThese numbers are recorded on DVD discs. When a disc contains two or more movies, these movies are numbered as Title 1, Title 2, etc.
TRACK NUMBERThese numbers are assigned to the tracks which are recorded on video and audio CDs. They enable specific tracks to be located quickly.
VIDEO CDContains recordings of pictures and sound whose quality is roughly comparable to that of video tape.This player also supports video CDs with playback control (version 2.0).
You can enjoy 5.1 (or 6) channels of high fidelity digital sound from various digital input sources such as laser discs, DVD, CD etc.DTS provides a realistic, clear surround sound that has not previously been available from conventional surround sound.
5.1 (or 6) Channel Digital Surround sound reproduced from DVDs and LDs recorded as a digital signals (with disc marking). With better sound quality, dynamic range, and directionality than the traditional Dolby surround technology, you can enjoy the dynamic realistic sound.
A 4 channel analog sound reproduced from a program source such as a videotape or LD with the mark.You can enjoy a more realistic, robust sound unavailable from regular stereo sources.

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