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USER MANUAL RX-ES1SL JVC

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Warnings, Cautions and Others G-1 ”] | safety.RX-EST&XV-NSS[BJ2 IMPORTANT for the U.K. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off ensure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. Ifthis product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then follow the instructions given below: IMPORTANT DO NOT make any connection to the terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or green-and- yellow. The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown: Live As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:

1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.

2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Caution—STANDBY/ON O!1 switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The STANDBY/ON 41 switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled. 082.18, 1:48 PM

. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualiied service personnel. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

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INSIDE THE UNIT. CAUTION : sb and sb TADVARSEL : Sy laser radiation when open and SI TVARNING 2 Synig cch[VARO sstéing nd méslinen er fosynlig_lserstäiningnèrohetura à ken er. |den Gppnas oc spären àr TO|Urdré 9 lilurioppled. Beat 2j fe [stäirg {di [svéälen. al CAUTION Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. {If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.) Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictiy. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 083.17, 2:30 PM G-2

G-3 ”] | safety.RX-EST&XV-NSS[BJ2 Caution: Proper Ventilation for RX-ES1SL To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated. Spacing 15 cm or more RX-ES1SL ÿ à Stand height 15 cm or more Wall or Î obstructions

Floor Caution: Proper Ventilation for XV-N55SL To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 3 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 5 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated. Spacing 15 cm or more î Stand height Î 5 cm or more Floor *Do not stack XV-N55SL and RX-ES1SL. TPTTTTTTTT TT 7 Wall or obstructions XV-N55SL 082.19, 842 PM

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS “SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT” This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet intemational safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.

Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. Do ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. Do be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. Hoi CLLL LILI LS CLIS LILI LS DONT continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. DONT remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DONT leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DONT use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DONT listen to headphones at high volume as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DONT obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DONT use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturers approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DONT allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture. ABOVE ALL — NEVER let anyone, especially children, push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case -this could result in a fatal electrical shock.; — NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than sorry! G-4 ”] | safety.RX-EST&XV-NSS[BJ2 4 032.18, 1:48 PM

Table of Contents Parts identification Getting started . Precautions … Checking the supplied accessories . Putting batteries in the remote control . Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas: Connecting the speakers and DVD player Connecting other video components Connecting the power cord. RX-ES1SL Basic operations 1 Turn on the powel 2 Select the source to play 3 Adjust the volume Selecting the digital decode mode Activating TV Direct … Turning off the sounds temporarily—Muting . Turning off the power with the Sleep Timer Changing the display brighiness Speaker settings … Setting the speakers information automatically —Smart Surround Setup . Setting the speakers and subwoofer information quickly —Quick Setup Setting the speakers and subwoofer information manually —Manual Setup … Basic settings … Operating procedure Setting the digital Input (DIGITAL IN) terminals —DIGITAL IN. Setting Auto Surround—AUTO SR Setting the Auto Function Mode—MODE Sound adjustments Operating procedure Adjusting the tone—BASS, TREBLE Adjusting the subwoofer output level—SUBWFR Adjusting the front speakers output balance—BAL Reinforcing the bass—B.BOOST . Attenuating the input signal—ATT Tuner operations … Tuning in to stations manually Using preset tuning Selecting the FM reception mode . Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to receive FM stations … Searching for a program by PTY code: Switching to broadcast program of your choice temporarily Creating realistic soundfields . Reproducing theater ambience . Introducing the Surround/DSP modes . About relations between speaker layout and Surround/DSP modes Using Surround modes . Using DSP modes Using the DVD MULTI playback mode … Activating the DVD MULTI playback mode . Adjusting the speaker output level . XV-N55SL Before operation About this manual . About discs . Basic operations . Turning on/off the player . Initial setup . Basic playback Resuming playback . Various speed playbac Locating the beginning of a scene or song Advanced operations . Playing from a specific position Changing the playback order Repeat playback … Changing the language, sound and scene angle Special picture/sound effect Menu bar functions . MP3/WMA disc pla yback . Operations JPEG disc pla yback… About JPEG discs . Basic operations Viewing pictures continuously (slide show mode) . Changing the initial settings . Selecting preference Limiting playback by children Additional information … Appendix A: Country/Area code list for Parental Lock Appendix B: Table of languages and their abbreviations Appendix C: Digital output signal chart . Appendix D: Glossary . Operating other JVC products. Operating other manufacturers’ equipment Troubleshooting … Specifications … 082.18, 1:47 PM

CN 1 Parts identification Remote control | When operating the receiver (RX-ES1SL), set the mode selector (2) to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” When operating the player (XV-N55SL), set the mode selector (2) to “DVD.”

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Rear panel ŒE EI (OL Î

ANTENNA terminals (6) [6] H] Speaker terminals (7)

& DTSD RI ® ù PACE) to D Audio format indicators @ Total time/remaining time indicators Disc indicator Group/itle/track/chapter indicators Repeat mode indicator Program/random indicators 8D indicator > (play) (pause) indicators Resume indicator Multi-information window Rear panel | CDS G) () (6) L__J #4 © | EU ET] Le Ces) Les) ©. AUDIO OUT LEFT/RIGHT jacks*! NOTES @ DIGITAL OUT jacks (9) * This jack is not used with this unit. They are used when the player … GCOAXIAL, OPTICAL is connected directly to a TV and the like. @ VIDEO OUT jacks *?These jacks are not used with this unit. They are used when the _… VIDEO, S-VIDEO player is connected directly to a TV and the like. @ SCART terminal (9) Use only one type of video jack—composite video, S-video, SCART AV OUT —when connecting the DVD player. Using multiple jacks will make VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR (9) AV COMPU LINK (for future use)

color and brightness show incorrectly on the display.

CN 1 ”] | 01-10.RX-ESTBXV-NSS[BJ s Getting started Precautions General precautions + DO NOT disassemble the unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. + DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture. + DO NOT expose the unit to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device. Locations + Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from moisture and dust. If water gets inside the unit, turn off the power and remove the plug from the outlet, then consult your dealer. Using the unit in this state may cause a fire or electrical shock. Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold between 5°C and 35°C + Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor ventilation could cause overheating and damage the receiver. + Leave suficient distance between the unit and the TV. Do not install the unit in a place subject to vibrations. Handling the receiver DO NOT touch the power cord with wet hands. DO NOT pull on the power cord to unplug the cord. When unplugging the cord, always grasp the plug so as not to damage the cord. Keep the power cord away from the connecting cords and the antenna. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. It is recommended to use a coaxial cable for antenna connection, since it is well-shielded against interference. + When a power failure occurs, or when you unplug the power cord, the preset settings such as preset FM or AM (MW) channels and sound adjustments may be erased in a few days. When you are away on travel or otherwise for an extended period or time, remove the plug from the wall outlet. À small amount of power is always consumed while the power cord is connected to the wall outlet. To prevent the malfunction + There are no user-servicable parts inside. If anything goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your dealer. + Do not insert any metallic objects, such as wires, hairpins, coins, etc, into the unit. + Do not block the vents. Blocking the vents may damage the unit. To clean the cabinet + Use a soft cloth. Follow the relevant instructions on the use of chemically-coated cloths. + Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic solvents and disinfectants. These may cause deformation or discoloring. Putting batteries in the remote control Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. T Press and slidethe buttery cover on the back of the remote control. 2 insert batteries. Make sure to match the polarity: (&) to (+) and () to (. 3 Replace the co ver. If the range or effectiveness of the remote control decreases, replace the batteries. Use two R6P(SUM-3)/AA(15F) type dry-cell batteries. + Supplied butteries are for initial setup. Replace for continued use. CAUTION: 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. When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the front panel. RX-ES1SL CCC Remote sensor XV-N55SL Checking the supplied accessories Check to be sure you have all of the following supplied accessories. The number in parentheses indicates the quantity of each piece supplied. Remote control (1) Batteries (2) AM (MW) loop antenna (1) FM antenna (1) SCART cable (1) + Digital coaxial cord (1) If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

Getting started Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas

1f FM reception is poor, connect If AM (MW tion i ct td ingl outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). (MW) reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied). AM (MW) loop antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM (MW) loop antenna. FM antenna (supplied) 8 à © RX-ES1SL AM (MW) antenna connection NOTES Connect the AM (MW) loop antenna supplied to the AM LOOP +_lfthe AM (MW) loop antenna wire is covered with # terminals. vinyl, remove the vinyl while twisting it as shown on Connect the white cord to the AM EXT terminal, and the black cord to the right. 7 terminal. + Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any Turn the loop until you have the best reception. other terminals, connecting cords and power cord. + lfthe reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered This could cause poor reception. wire (not supplied) to the AM EXT terminal. Keep the AM (MW) loop antenna connected. FM antenna connection Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75 Q COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure. Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally. + Ifthe reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). Before attaching a 75 Q coaxial cable with a connector (IEC or DIN 45325), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Getting Started Connecting the speakers and DVD player Turn off all components before connections. Speaker Layout Diagram possible surround effect. For details, see pages 15 to 18. After connecting the front, center and surround speakers, and/or a subwoofer, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best Left front speaker Left surround] speaker Right front. speaker

Right surround speaker Connecting the front, center, and surround speakers For each speaker, connect the (+) and (-) terminals on the rear panel to the (+) and (-) terminals marked on the speakers respectively. T Twist and remove the insulation at the end of each Speaker cord (not supplied). 2 Press and hold the clamp of the speaker terminal (©), then insert the speaker cord ((2)). 3 Release the finger from the clamp. CAUTION: Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the speaker terminals. Powered subwoofer Connecting the subwoofer By connecting a subwoofer, you can enhance the bass or reproduce the original LFE signals recorded in the digital software. Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER OUT jack on the rear panel, using a cord with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). + Refer also to the manual supplied with your subwoofer. You can place a subwoofer wherever you like since bass sound is non-directional. Normally place it in front of you. ÿ To center speaker To right surround speaker To left surround speaker — RX-ES1SL

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To right front speaker ) To left front speaker

Getting started Connecting the DVD player (XV-N55SL) Connect the DVD player by using a SCART cable and/or a digital cord. + To enjoy the digital sound, digital connection is required—Digital optical connection or Digital coaxial connection. F + When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals have been set for use with the following Before connecting an components: optical digital cord, — DIGITAL 1 (coaxial): For DVD player unplug the protective — DIGITAL 2 (optical): For STB (Set Top Box) plug. — DIGITAL 3 (optical): For TV tuner If you connect other components, change the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminal setting correctiy. See “Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN" on page 19. k Select the correct digital input mode. coaxial cord See “Selecting the analogue or digital input mode” (supplied: 1 on page 11. cable)

Digital optical cord (not supplied)

SCART cable (supplied: 1 cable) Set the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR correctly according to your TV. +_ If your TV only accomodates the composite video signal, set the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR to “RGB/COMP" If your TV only accomodates the Y/C signal, set the selector to “Y/C,” so that XV-N55SL you can enjoy better-quality picture. If your TV accomodates the RGB signal, set the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR to à “RGB/COMP" Connecting other video components Turn off all components before making connections. CAUTION: + Illustrations of the input/output terminals are typical examples. When you connect other components, refer also to their manuals since the terminal names actually printed on the rear vary among different components. If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizer between the source components and this receiver, the sound output through this receiver may be distorted. Digital connection ET _e \ cu IE TV LV, Digital optical cord (not supplied) ‘©; OÙ el x CT = DOATR Digital coaxial cord (supplied: 1 cable) TOME STB (Set Top Box) @ Before connecting + When shipped from the factory, the DIGITAL IN terminals have been set for use with the à following components: en anopracgie — DIGITAL 1 (coaxial): For DVD player Lo , unplug — DIGITAL 2 (optical): For STB (Set Top Box) protective plug. — DIGITAL 3 (optical): For TV tuner If you connect other components, change the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminal setting correctiy. See “Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN” on page 19. + Select the correct digital input mode. See “Selecting the analogue or digital input mode” on page 11.

Getting started SCART connection SCART cable (supplied: 1 cable) RX-ES1SL For TV and video format When the TV is equipped with the multiple SCART terminals, refer to the TV manual to check the available video signals for each terminal, then connect SCART cable correctly. This receiver cannot convert the video signals (S-video or Composite). When the video signal of one video component is different from that of the other (for example, one is S-video, the other is Composite), you may not see the pictures appropriately. In this case, unify the video signals of all the video components into S-video or Composite, or you need to switch the video signal of TV each time you change the source. For T-V LINK You can use the T-V LINK function if you connect a T-V LINK compatible TV and VCR to this receiver with a fully wired SCART cables. For details on T-V LINK, refer also to the manuals supplied with the TV and the VCR. Connect a SCART cable to EXT-2 terminal on your JVC's T-V LINK compatible TV for the T-V LINK function. Some TV, VCR, STB and DVD players’ support the data communication like T-V LINK. For complete details, refer also to the manuals supplied with these components.

• For an analogue decoder To watch or record a scrambled program on your VCR, connect the analogue decoder to your VCR and select the scrambled channel on your VCR. I there is not an appropriate terminal for the decoder connection on your VCR, connect the decoder to your TV. Refer also to the manuals supplied with these components.

• For recording pictures from STB When you connect a STB and a VCR directly with a SCART cable, you can record the pictures from the STB onto VCR without using the STB menu screens. For details, refer also to the manuals supplied with the STB. For digital sounds To reproduce the digital sound, use both the digital connection and the SCART cable connection (see pages 8 and 9). SCART Terminal Specifications

AUDIO LR Os | O“ OUT Composite | O*:"2 | O2 VIDEO | S-video O2 RGB O2 _ T-V LINK Os | O's Os | O's *1 The signals input from a SCART terminal cannot be output through the same SCART terminal. “2. The video format of the output video signals are consistent with that of the input video signals. For example, if S-video signals are input to this receiver, no signals other than S-video signals can be output from this receiver. Refer to the manuals supplied with the video components to check the setting of the input/output video signals. *3_ The signals for the T-V LINK function are always going through the receiver.

Getting started Analogue connection for DVD MULTI playback (see page 34) + DVD MULTI playback is not available for XV-N55SL. RX-ES1SL DVD Player (ex. XV-NA7SL) Monaural [= OS CL Î audio cord K (not supplied) En 2 >- To center channel audio output Stereo audio cord (not supplied) To surround left channel audio > output = To surround right channel audio Monaural audio cord output (not supplied) LE» a > To subwoofer output ———— To front right channel audio output = \ CE ———+ To front left channel audio output Stereo audio cord (not supplied) NOTE When using the DVD MULTI playback, use the same DVD player connected to this receiver by a SCART cable. If you connect a different DVD player, the mixed sound from front left and right channels are reproduced. Connecting the power cord When all the audio/video connections have been made, connect the AC power plug to the wall outlet. Make sure that the plugs are inserted firmiy. The STANDBY lamp on the receiver and indicator on the DVD player light in red. + Keep the power cord away from the connecting cables and the antenna. The power cord may cause noise or screen interference. +_ The preset settings such as preset channels and sound adjustment may be erased in a few days in the following cases: — when you unplug the power cord. — when a power failure occurs. + Disconnect the power cord: — if you are not going to use the player for a long period of time. — before cleaning the player. — before moving the player. + Do not: — connect or disconnect the power cord with wet hands. — pull the power cord when disconnecting it, as this may damage the cord and cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents. CAUTIONS: +_Do not touch the power cord with wet hands. +_ Do not alter, twist or pull the power cord, or put anything heavy on it, which may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents. +_Ifthe cord is damaged, consult a dealer and have the power cord replaced with a new one.

RX-ES1SL Basic operations When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB. Turn on the power Press STANDBY/ON 6/1 (or @/1 AUDIO on the remote control). The STANDBY lamp goes off. The current source indicator lights in red. The name of the current source (or station frequency) appears on the display. Current volume level is shown here.

Current source name appears. To turn off the power (into standby) Press STANDBY/ON O!1 again (or /1 AUDIO on the remote control). The STANDBY lamp lights up. À small amount of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord. Select the source to play On the front panel: Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until the source name you want appears on the display. The source indicator corresponding to the selected source lights in red. + As you turn SOURCE SELECTOR, the source changes as follow: DVD MULTI<DVD (DVD DIGITAL) STB (STB DIGITAL) <+VCR TV (TV DIGITAL) <— FM <— AM <—- (Back to the beginning) From the remote control: Press one of the source selecting buttons. + Each time you press FM/AM, FM and AM (MW) changes alternately. DVD MULTI: Select the DVD player using the analogue discrete output mode (5.1 channel reproduction). To enjoy the DVD MULTI playback see page 34. DVD (DIGITAL)*: Select the DVD player. STB (DIGITAL): Select the STB. VCR: Select the VCR. TV (DIGITAL)*: Select the TV tuner. FM: Select an FM broadcast. AM: Select an AM (MW) broadcast.

• Selecting the analogue or digital input mode When you have connected the DVD player, STB, or TV tuner using both the analogue connection and the digital connection methods (see pages 8 and 9), you need to select the correct input mode. + You can select the digital input only for sources which you have selected digital input terminals for. (See “Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN” on page 19.) From the remote control ONLY: Press ANALOG/DIGITAL INPUT to select the analogue or digital input mode. + Each time you press the button, the input mode alternates between the analogue input (“ANALOGUE") and the digital input (‘DGTL AUTO"). DGTL AUTO: Select for the digital input mode. The receiver automatically detects the incoming signal format, then the digital signal format indicator (DOLBY D, DTS or LPCM) for the detected signals lights up. ANALOGUE*: Select for the analogue input mode.

• Initial setting You cannot select the digital input mode when selecting “DVD MULTI" as the playing source.

Basic operations When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.

0-90 0:0:0:0:9 6 0:0 0-00 0:0:8 0:06 00 Adjust the volume To increase the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME control clockwise (or press VOLUME + on the remote control). To decrease the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME control counterclockwise (or press VOLUME -— on the remote control). CAUTION: Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any sources. If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energy can permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers. The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum) to “50” (maximum). Listening with headphones Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel. This cancels the Surround mode currently selected, deactivates speakers, and activates the HEADPHONE mode. The HP (headphone) indicator lights up on the display. + Disconnecting a pair of headphone from the PHONES jack cancels the HEADPHONE mode and activates the speakers.

HEADPHONE mode When using the headphones, the following signal is output regardless of your speaker setting: — For 2 channel sources, the front left and right channel signal is output directly from the left and right headphones. — For multi-channel sources, the front left and right, center and surround channel signal is down-mixed and then output from the headphones without missing bass element. You can enjoy multi-channel sound source using the headphones. CAUTION: Be sure to turn down the volume: + Before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing. + Before removing headphones, as high volume may output from the speakers. Selecting the digital decode mode If the following symptoms occur while playing Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround software with “DGTL AUTO" selected (see page 11), follow the procedure below: + Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback. + Noise comes out while searching for or skipping chapters or tracks. From the remote control ONLY: 1 Press ANALOG/DIGITAL INPUT to select “DGTL AUTO” 2 Press DECODE to select “DGTL D.D.” or “DGTL DTS” + Each time you press the button, the digital input mode changes as follows: DGTL AUTO — DGTL D.D. DGTL DTS _ + To play back software encoded with Dolby Digital, select “DGTL DD" + To play back software encoded with DTS Digital Surround, select “DGTL DTS." When you turn off the power or select another source, “DGTL DTS" or “DGTL D.D.” is canceled and the digital input mode is automatically reset to “DGTL AUTO” 082.18, 1:47 PM

Basic operations The following are the analogue/digital signal format indicators on the display to indicate what type of signal comes into the receiver. ANALOG: _ Lights when analogue input is selected. LPCM: Lights when Linear PCM signal comes in. DOLBY D: + Lights when Dolby Digital signal comes in. + Flashes when “DGTL D.D." is selected for software not encoded with Dolby Digital. DTS: - Lights when DTS signal comes in. + Flashes when “DGTL DTS"is selected for software not encoded with DTS. When “DGTL AUTO” cannot recognize the incoming signal, no digital signal format indicator lights up on the display. Activating TV Direct TV Direct enables you to use this receiver as an AV selector while the receiver is not turned on. When TV Direct is activated, the pictures and sounds go from the video components such as DVD player to the TV through this receiver. Thus, you can use the video components and the TV as if they were connected directly. + This function takes effect for the following sources—DVD (except DVD MULTI), STB, and VCR when they are connected using the SCART cables. To activate (or deactivate) TV Direct, follow the procedure below: 1 Press TV DIRECT. All the indications disappear, then the source indicator currently selected lights in green. 2 Turn on the video component and TV. Select the target video component. On the front panel: Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until one of the source indicator—DVD, VCR, or STB— From the remote contri Press one of the source selecting buttons—DVD, VCR, or STB. The source indicator corresponding to the selected source lights in green. To cancel TV Direct and turn off the receiver, press STANDBY/ON OI on the front panel. The receiver is turned off and the STANDBY lamp lights up. To cancel TV Direct and turn on the receiver, press TV DIRECT on the front panel or O/1 AUDIO on the remote control. The receiver is tumed on and the source indicator currently selected lights in red. When TV Direct is activated, you cannot enjoy any of the sound effects this receiver produces, and cannot use the speakers connected to this receiver. You can use the T-V LINK function between the TV and VCR while TV Direct is activated. (For T-V LINK functions, refer to the manuals supplied with the TV and the VCR.) TV Direct cannot be used for the DVD MULTI playback mode (see page 34). Turning off the sounds temporarily— Muting From the remote control ONLY: Press MUTING to turn off the sound through all connected speakers. “MUTING" appears on the display and the volume turns off (the volume level indicator goes off). To restore the sound, press MUTING again. + Pressing VOLUME +/- (or turning MASTER VOLUME control on the front panel) also restores the sound.

Basic operations Turning off the power with the Sleep Timer You can fall asleep while listening to music—Sleep Timer. From the remote control ONLY: Press SLEEP repeatedly. The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display, and the shut-off time changes in 10 minutes intervals. When the shut-off time comes: The receiver turns off automatically. To check or change the remaining time until the shut-off time: Press SLEEP once. The remaining time (in minutes) until the shut-off time appears. + To change the shut-off time, press SLEEP repeatedly. To cancel the Sleep Timer: Press SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP 0 appears on the display. (The SLEEP indicator goes off.) + Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

cr" —+ 20 —> 30 —> 40 —> 50 —> 60 — 0 (Canceled) <— 90 <— 80 <— 70 <«—| Changing the display brightness You can dim the display. From the remote control ONLY: Press DIMMER repeatedly. Basic adjustment of auto memory This receiver memorizes sound settings for each source: + when you turn off the power, + when you change the source, and + when you change the analogue/digital input mode (see page 11). When you change the source, the memorized settings for the newiy selected source are automatically recalled. The following can be stored for each source: + Analogue/digital input mode (see page 11) + Tone adjustment (see page 21) + Balance (see page 21) + Bass boost (see page 22) + Input attenuator mode (see page 22) + Subwoofer output level (see page 22) + Subwoofer audio position (see page 22) + Surround/DSP mode selection (see pages 28 — 33) Ifthe source is FM or AM (MW), you can assign a different setting for each band. Signal and speaker indicators on the display Signal indicators Speaker indicators L C R LFE SUBWFR is s ns | L: ital input is selected: Lights up when the left channel signal comes in. + When analogue input is selected: Always lights up. R: When digital input is selected! Lights up when the right channel signal comes in. + When analogue input is selected: Always lights up. C: Lights up when the center channel signal comes in. LS: __ Lights up when the left surround channel signal comes in. RS: Lights up when the right surround channel signal comes in. S: Lights up when the monaural surround channel signal comes in. LFE: Lights up when the LFE channel signal comes in. The speaker indicators light up as follows: +_ The subwoofer indicator (SUBWFR) lights up when “SUBWFR' is set to “USE for Quick Setup (see page 16) or to “YES” for Manual Setup (see page 17). +_ The other speaker indicators light up only when the corresponding speaker is set to “SML'" or “LRG,” and also when required for the current playback. + Each time you press the button, the indication || changes as follow: 2e LR) DIMMER 1 + Dims the display slightiy. BE + Dims the blue indication 2® lighting source lamps. ET DIMMER 2 * Dims the display more than ||S*e DIMMER 1. So + Dims the blue indication 2° lighting source lamps (same as DIMMER 1). DIMMER 3 Turns off the display and the blue indication lighting source lamps. DIMMER OFF: Cancels the dim (normal display). + When setting speakers and basic items or adjusting sound, select

“DIMMER OFF" to confirm the setting you make on the display. When selecting DVD or DVD MULTI as a source using the remote control, DIMMER functions for the DVD player. To dim the display and indication on the receiver, select a source except DVD or DVD MULTI on the remote control, and then press DIMMER.

CN 1 RX-ES1SL Speaker settings To obtain the best possible surround effect from Surround/DSP modes (see pages 28 to 33), you need to set up the speaker and subwoofer information after all the connections are completed. You can set the speaker information using one of the following three methods. Smart Surround Setup: Set the speakers information automatically by one simple action—clapping hands. The delay time and output level for the center and surround speakers are set automatically. Quick Setup: and your room size. Manual Setup: Set the speakers and subwoofer information quickly by entering the use of the subwoofer, the number of the speakers, Set the speakers and subwoofer information manually. + Before starting the speaker setting, connect and position the speakers and subwoofer (see page 7) and turn on the receiver. Setting the speakers information automatically —Smart Surround Setup The distance from your listening point to the speakers is one of the important element to obtain the best possible sound effect for the Surround/DSP modes. You need to set the delay time of the center and surround speakers relative to the front speakers so that sounds through all the speakers can reach you at the same time (see also page 18). By using Smart Surround Setup, the speaker delay time and output level are automatically calculated by one simple action—clapping hands. + To use Smart Surround Setup effectively, connect both the center and surround speakers. + You can also set the crossover frequency, the low frequency effect attenuator and the dynamic range compression manually (see page 18). + When you change your speakers, do the following steps again. From the remote control ONLY: © fo fn.

20e 282 (2 When operating the ë e receiver using the remote 0 Sess] control, always set the aan CSI = 7e) mode selector to AUDIO/ “5 = & 88 TVNCRI/STB. 200oe Before you start, remember There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again. T Take your position where you listen to the sound. 2 Press and hold SMART S. SETUP. “SETTING UP" flashes on the display. mas 2 yAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA FPT == —

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3 Confirm “SETTING UP” stops flashing and clap your hands over your head once while “SETTING UP” appears on the display. The receiver starts detecting the level of the sound coming through all speakers (except the subwoofer). After detecting the sound, one of the following indications appears on the display. SUCCESSFUL: Sound of your clapping is successfully detected. The receiver sets the delay time and the output level of the center and surround speakers automatically. SILENT: The receiver cannot detect sound from some speakers. SILENT-ALL: The receiver cannot detect any sound from all speakers. FAILED: The receiver cannot detect both right and left channels for the front and/or surround speakers correctiy. + When the receiver cannot detect the sound correctiy (“SILENT:" “SILENT-ALL' or “FAILED" appears on the display), “SETTING UP" appears on the display again then repeat step 3. The speaker delay time and output levels are set automatically when: —the receiver detects the sound as “SILENT” twice in succession. —the receiver detects the sound as “SILENT” at the third time after detecting “SILENT”, “SILENT-ALL” and/or “FAILED” twice. When the receiver detects the sound as “SILENT-ALL” or “FAILED” three times, “MANUAL' appears on the display. Set the speaker and subwoofer information using Quick Setup (see page 16) or Manual Setup (see page 17), and the speakers’ output levels for the center and surround speakers (see pages 81 to 33). To cancel Smart Surround Setup, press SMART S. SETUP while “SETTING UP” flashes on the display. + Any other operations cannot be done after “SETTING UP” stops flashing. Complete the Smart Surround Setup. You need to set the subwoofer information and output level manually (see pages 17 and 21). When you use Smart Surround Setup, the speaker delay time and output levels you have set before will be ineffective. Set the speakers information using Quick Setup (see page 16) or Manual Setup (see page 17), and the speakers’ output levels for the center and surround speakers (see pages 31 to 33) when: —you like to change the speaker setting made by Smart Surround Setup —Smart Surround Setup is not done correctly due to some factors such as the environment, speaker types and clapping strength. + Smart Surround Setup will not be done correctly if your body or other object blocks the sound. +_ Do not clap your hands hard because it may hurt your hands.

CN 1 Speaker settings Setting the speakers and subwoofer information quickly—Quick Setup Entering the use of the subwoofer, the number of the speakers, and your room size, the center and surround speakers’ delay time is automatically calculated. + When you change your speakers, register the information about the speakers again. + You can also set the crossover frequency, the low frequency effect attenuator and the dynamic range compression manually (see page 18). On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. 1 Press SETTING. MULTI JOG now works for the setting operation. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until “QUICK SETUP” appears on the display. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow:

CROSS ++ LFE ++ D.COMP +

DIGITAL IN AUTO SR MODE

QUICK SETUP <— (Backto the beginning) 3 Press SET. “ENTER THE NUMBER OF SPEAKERS" scrolls on the display. + Once you have selected "QUICK SETUP previously adjusted speaker setting is cleared. 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select the number of the speakers you have connected. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow: 5 SPEKAERS* «—+ 3 SPEAKERS 4 SPEAKERS 5 SPEAKERS": speakers are connected. Select when the front, center and surround 4 SPEAKERS: Select when the front and surround speakers are connected. 3 SPEAKERS: Select when the front and center speakers are connected. *_ Initial setting Each speaker size is registered appropriately according to the number of the connected speakers. For details, see the list “Speaker size according to the number of speakers” on the right.

5 Press SET. “ENTER USE OF SUBWOOFER" scrolls on he display. 6 Turn MULTI JOG to select whether or not you have connected a subwoofer. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow: USE * *_ Initial setting 7 Press SET. “ENTER ROOM SIZE” scrolls on the display. & Turn MULTI JOG to select the room size. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow: SMALL +—+ MEDIUM LARGE *_ Initial setting The center and surround speakers’ delay time is registered appropriately according to the room size. For details, see the list “Speaker delay time according to room size” below. 9 Press SET to finish the setting. “SETUP END” appears for a while, then the indication of the previously selected source appears on the display. +_The setting you have made is not registered until “SETUP END” appears on the display. + Performing any operation other than volume and dimmer adjustment cancels Quick Setup process. + When you want to change the speaker and subwoofer information after Quick Setup, use Manual Setup (see page 17). Speaker size according to the number of speakers Numberof Subwoofer Front Center Surround speakers 3 NO LAG (large) SML (smal) NO 3 USE (ES) SML (small) SML (small) NO 4 NO LAG (large) NO SML (small) 4 USE (ES) SML (small) NO SML (small) 5 NO LRG (large) SML (small) SML (small) 5 USE (YES)_SML (small) SML (small)_SML (small) Speaker delay time according to room size When selecting “SMALL ROOM” + Center speaker delay time is set to 1 msec. + Surround speakers delay time is set to 3 msec. 082.18, 1:47 PM

CONS DOM || Speaker settings When selecting “MEDIUM ROOM,” + Center speaker delay time is set tot msec. + Surround speakers delay time is set to 2 msec. When selecting “LARGE ROOM” + Center speaker delay time KE is set to 0 msec. # + Surround speakers delay time‘ dom is set to O msec. ; 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the appropriate setting for the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. EX.: When selecting “NO” for “SUBWFR." 4 ii you would like to set other items, repeat steps 2 and 3. Setting the subwoofer information —SUBWFR (subwoofer) Register whether you have connected a subwoofer or not. YES*: Select when you have connected a subwoofer. The subwoofer speaker indicator (SUBWFR) lights up on the display (see page 14). You can adjust the subwoofer output level (see page 22). Setting the speakers and subwoofer NO: Select when you have not connected or have information manually—Manual Setup You can set the following speakers and subwoofer information manually as you prefer. When you change your speakers, register the information again. + Subwoofer information—SUBWFR + Speaker size—FRNT SP, CNTR SP, SURR SP + Speaker delay time—CNTR DL, SURR DL + Crossover frequency—CROSS + Low frequency effect attenuator—LFE + Dynamic range compression—D.COMP Operating procedure or Cu On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. 1 Press SETTING. MULTI JOG now works for the setting operation. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want to set appears on the display, then press SET. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow:

QUICK SETUP “(Back to the beginning)

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disconnected a subwoofer. *_ Initial setting Setting the speakers size — FRNT SP (front speakers), CNTR SP (center speaker), SURR SP (surround speakers) Register the sizes of all the connected speakers. LRG (large): Select when the cone speaker size is larger than 12 cm. SML (small): Select when the cone speaker size is smaller than 12cm. NO: Select when you have not connected a speaker. (Not selectable for the front speakers.) *_ Initial setting If you have selected “SML (small)” for the front speaker size, you cannot select “LRG (large)” for the center and surround speaker sizes. If you have selected “NO” for the subwoofer setting (see above and page 16), you can only select “LRG (large)" for the front speaker size.

Speaker settings Setting the speaker delay time — CNTR DL (center speaker delay), SURR DL (surround speakers delay) You can set the speaker delay time easily by using Smart Surround Setup (see page 15) or Quick Setup (see page 16). The distance from your listening point to the speakers is one of the important element to obtain the best possible surround sound for the Surround modes. You need to set the delay time of the center and surround speakers relative to the front speakers so that sounds through all the speakers can reach you at the same time. + 1 msec increase (or decrease) in delay time corresponds to (30 cm) increase (or decrease) in distance. CNTRDL*: Set the delay time for the center speaker within a range of 0 msec to 5 msec (in 1 msec intervals). SURR DL*: Set the delay time for the surround speakers within a range of 0 msec to 15 msec (in 1 msec intervals). *_“Oms” is the initial setting. Example: In this case, set “CNTR DL” to “ms” and set “SURR DL” to “2ms.” If you have selected “NO” for the center and surround speakers setting (see page 17), you cannot set the speaker delay time for the center and surround speakers.

Setting the crossover frequency—CROSS Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds eficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers. To use this function properly, set this crossover frequency level according to the size of the small speaker connected. +_ If you have selected “LRG (large)” for all speakers (see page 17), this function will not take effect. 80HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is about 12 cm. 100HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is about 10 cm. 120HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is about 8 cm. 150HZ*: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is about 6 cm. 200HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is less than 5 cm. *_ Initial setting Crossover frequency is not valid for the HEADPHONE mode. Setting the low frequency effect attenuator —LFE If the bass sound is distorted while playing back software encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS, set the LFE level to eliminate distortion. + This function takes effect only when the LFE signals come in. OdB*: Normally select this. —10dB: Select when the bass sound is distorted. *_ Initial setting Setting the dynamic range compression —D.COMP You can compress the dynamic range (difference between maximum sound and minimum sound) of the reproduced sound. This is useful when listening to surround sound at night. + This function takes effect only when playing back a source encoded with Dolby Digital OFF: Select when you want to enjoy surround with its full dynamic range. (No effect applied.) MID: Select when you want to reduce the dynamic range a little. MAX: Select when you want to apply the compression effect fully. (Useful at night.) *_ Initial setting 082.18, 1:47 PM

CN 1 RX-ES1SL Basic settings Operating procedure On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. 1 Press SETTING. MULTI JOG now works for the setting operation. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want to set appears on the display, then press SET. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow:

QUICK SETUP —<— (Back to the beginning)

• Setting item you can select appears on the display after “DIGITAL IN” appears for a few seconds. 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the appropriate setting for the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. EX.: When selecting “1DVD2STB3TV" for “DIGITAL IN”.

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Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN When you use the digital input terminals, register what components are connected to which terminals —DIGITAL 1/2/3 (see page 8) so that the correct source name will appear when you select the digital source. 1DVD2STB3TV* : Select when connecting the following components; DIGITAL 1:DVD player DIGITAL 2:STB DIGITAL 3:TV tuner 1DVD2TV3STB _ : Select when connecting the following components; DIGITAL 1:DVD player DIGITAL 2:TV tuner DIGITAL 3:STB 1STB2DVD3TV : Select when connecting the following components; DIGITAL 1:STB DIGITAL 2:DVD player DIGITAL 3:TV tuner 1STB2TV3DVD : Select when connecting the following components; DIGITAL 1:STB DIGITAL 2:TV tuner DIGITAL 3:DVD player : Select when connecting the following components; DIGITAL 1:TV tuner DIGITAL 2:DVD player DIGITAL 3:STB

1TV2STB3DVD : Select when connecting the following components; DIGITAL 1:TV tuner DIGITAL 2:STB DIGITAL 3:DVD player *_ Initial setting

CN 1 Basic settings Setting Auto Surround—AUTO SR You can enjoy Surround mode simply by selecting the source (with digital input selected for that source). Select “ON” when activating Auto Surround. ON: +_ If multi-channel signal comes in, an appropriate Surround mode will be tumed on. +_ If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal including surround signal comes in, “PL 11 MOVIE" will be selected. + If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal not including surround signal comes in, “STEREO" will be selected. +_ If Linear PCM signal comes in, nothing will change. The AUTO SR indicator lights up on the display. OFF*: Select this to deactivate Auto Surround. *_ Initial setting +_ This function does not take effect in the following cases: — While playing an analogue source, and — While selecting “DGTL D.D." or “DGTL DTS" as the fixed digital input mode (see page 12). +_ If Surround mode is automatically activated by Auto Surround, any other Surround mode in use will be canceled temporarily. When the multi-channel digital signal stops coming in, “PL 11 MOVIE" activates. If you press SURROUND with Auto Surround activated, Auto Surround will be canceled temporarily for the currently selected source. Auto Surround setting will be restored in the following cases: — When you turn the receiver off and on, — When you change the source, — When you change the analogue/digital input, and — When you reset “AUTO SR” to “ON” again.

Setting the Auto Function mode—MODE The video components can be operated through this receiver by activating Auto Function mode. + This function takes effect for the following sources—DVD (except DVD MULTI), STB, and VCR, when they are connected using SCART cables. AUTOÏ: When a video component is turned on while the receiver is on, the receiver selects the video component as the source automatically. The AUTO MODE indicator lights up on the display. AUTO2: When a video component is turned on while the receiver is on or TV Direct activates, the receiver selects the video component as the source automatically. When a video component is turned on while the receiver is off, TV Direct activates and the receiver selects the video component as the source automatically. When a video component currently selected as the source is turned off while the receiver is on or TV Direct activates, the receiver changes the source to the previously selected one. When all video components are turned off while the receiver is on or TV Direct activates, the receiver is turned off automatically. The AUTO MODE indicator lights up on the display. MANUAL*: Select the source manually. *_ Initial setting NOTE When selecting VCR as the source, “AUTO1” or “AUTOZ2” may not work if you only turn on the VCR. If this happens, you may need to start playback to activate Auto Function mode. 082.18, 1:47 PM

CN 1 PX-ES1SL Sound adjustments When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB. no Operating procedure On the front panel: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. 1 Press ADJUST. MULTI JOG now works for the sound adjustment. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want to set appears on the display, then press SET. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow:

B.BOOST <— ATT «+ (Back to the beginning) 3 Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. Adjusting the tone—BASS, TREBLE You can adjust the bass and treble sounds to your preference. + You have to make these adjustments for each source. BASS*: To adjust the bass (from —10 dB to +10 dB). TREBLE*: To adjust the treble (from —10 dB to +10 dB). *_“O’is the initial setting. When using the remote control: 1 Press TONE.

2 Press BASS @/® or TREBLE @/® to adjust the sound level (from —-10 dB to +10 dB).

Adjusting the subwoofer output level —SUBWFR You can adjust the subwoofer output level if you have connected a subwoofer and set the subwoofer information correctiy—"USE" for the Quick Setup or “YES” for the Manual Setup (see pages 16 and 17). + You have to make this adjustment for each source. EX.: When selecting “+10 (dB)” for “BASS”.

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SUBWFR*: To adjust the subwoofer output level (from —10 dB to +10 dB). *_“O’is the initial setting. When using the remote control: Press SUBWFR +/- to adjust the subwoofer output level (from -10 dB to +10 dB).

CN 1 Sound adjustments Setting the subwoofer audio position When a stereo source is played back, the subwoofer sound is reinforced compared to the sound from a multi-channel source. Once you have set the subwoofer audio position, the subwoofer output level is decreased by the selected value when a stereo source is played back. The À (audio).POSITION indicator lights up when this function is activated. + You have to make this adjustment for each source. From the remote control ONLY: Press A.POSTION repeatedly to select _ the subwoofer audio position level from “-2 (dB),’“-4 (dB); and “-6 (dB).” The smaller the number becomes, the more the level decreases automatically when listening in stereo. + Ifno adjustment is required, select “OFF” (initial setting).

The maximum subwoofer output level is 10 dB. Ex: When setting the subwoofer output level to “8 (dB)” and the subwoofer audio position to “-4 (dB),” the subwoofer output level when listening in stereo will be -10 dB. This function does not take effect when activating a Surround mode. Adjusting the front speakers output balance—BAL Ifthe sounds you hear from the front right and left speakers are unequal, you can adjust the speakers output balance. + You have to make this adjustment for each source. + You cannot use the remote control for this setting. Reinforcing the bass—B.BOOST You can boost the bass level—-Bass Boost. + You have to make these adjustments for each source. ON: Select to boost the bass level (Bass Boost). The BASS BOOST indicator lights up on the display. OFF*: Select to deactivate Bass Boost. *_ Initial setting This function affects the sound coming out only through the front speakers. When using the remote control: Press BASS BOOST. + Each time you press the button, Bass Boost turns on and off alternately.

Attenuating the input signal—ATT When the input level of analogue source is too high, the sound will be distorted. If this happens, you need to attenuate the input signal level to prevent the sound distortion. + You have to make this adjustment for each analogue source. + You cannot use the remote control for this setting. ON: Select to attenuate the input signal level. The INPUT ATT indicator lights up on the display. BAL* To adjust the front speakers balance. +“CENTER" to “L-21" Decrease the left channel output. + “CENTER" to “R-21": Decrease the right channel output.

• “CENTER ' is the initial setting.

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CN 1 RX-ES1SL Tuner operations The buttons on the remote control are mainly used for tuner operations. To use buttons on the remote control, press FM/AM before operation. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.

Tuning in to stations manually From the remote control ONLY: 1 Press FM/AM to select the band. The last received station of the selected band is tuned in. + Each time you press the button, the band altemates between FM and AM (MW). You can also select “FM” or “AM” by turning SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel. 2 Press repeatedly or hold TUNING @ or TUNING © until you find the frequency you want. If you select “FM” or “AM” using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, press FM/AM on the remote control before this operation. + Pressing (or holding) TUNING @ increases the frequency. + Pressing (or holding) TUNING ® decreases the frequency. NOTES When you hold and release TUNING € or TUNING ©, the frequency keeps changing until a station is tuned in. indicator lights up on the display. also lights up. When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the TUNED When an FM stereo program is received, the ST (Stereo) indicator Using preset tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned. You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM (MW) stations. To store the preset stations Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again. From the remote control ONLY: T Tune in to the station you want to preset (see “Tuning in to stations manually” above). + If you want to store the FM reception mode for this station, select the FM reception mode you want. See “Selecting the FM reception mode” on page 24. 2 Press MEMORY. about 5 seconds. The channel number position starts flashing on the display for

CN 1 Tuner operations 3 Press the numeric buttons (1-10, +10) to select a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. + For channel number 5, press 5. + For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. + For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10. 4 Press MEMORY again while the selected channel number is flashing on the display. The station is assigned to the selected channel number. + The selected channel number stops flashing. 5 Press repeatedly or hold TUNING @ or TUNING © to select another frequency you want to store. 6 Repeat steps 1 to 5 until you store all the stations you want. To erase a stored preset station Storing a new station on a used channel number erases the previously stored one. To tune in a preset station From the remote contr! 1 Press FM/AM to select the band. The last received station of the selected band is tuned in and the numeric buttons now work for tuner operations. + Each time you press the button, the band altemates between FM and AM (MW). 2 Press the numeric buttons (1-10, +10) to select a channel number. If you select “FM or “AM using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, press FM/AM on the remote control before this operation. + For channel number 5, press 5. + For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. + For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.

On the front panel: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again. TÎ Turn SOURCE SELECTOR to select “FM” or “AM” The last received station of the selected band is tuned in. 2 Press TUNER PRESET. “P' appears on the display and MULTI JOG now works for selecting preset channels. 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select a preset channel number during “P” appears on the display. + Tuning MULTI JOG clockwise increases the preset channel numbers. + Turning MULTI JOG counterclockwise decreases the preset channel numbers. Selecting the FM reception mode When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you can change the FM reception mode while receiving an FM broadcast. + You can store the FM reception mode for each preset station (see page 23). From the remote control ONLY: While listening to an FM station, press FM MODE. If you select “FM” using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, press FM/AM on the remote control before this operation. + Each time you press the button, the FM reception mode alternates between “AUTO MUTING" and “MONO” AUTO MUTING*: Normally select this. When a program is broadcast in stereo, you will hear stereo sound; when in monaural, you will hear monaural sound. This mode is also useful to suppress static noise between stations. The AUTO MUTING indicator lights up on the display. MONO: Select this to improve the reception (but stereo effect will be lost). In this mode, you will hear noise while tuning in to the stations. The AUTO MUTING indicator goes off from the display. (The ST indicator also goes off.) *_ Initial setting 082.18, 1:46 PM

Tuner operations Only the buttons on the remote control are used for RDS operations. With the receiver, you can receive the following types of RDS signals: PS (Program Service): Shows commonly known station names. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.

PS PS 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. RDS indicator

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PTY (Program Type): RT (Radio Text): Shows types of broadcast programs. Shows text messages the station sends. Enhanced Other Networks: See page 27. + RDS is not available for AM (MW) 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. Press DISPLAY while listening to an FM station. + Each time you press the button, the display changes to show you the following information: PS PTY L Frequency ————— RT 1 (Normal indication) PS (Program Service): While searching, PS" appears and then the station names will be displayed. “NO PS” appears if no signal is sent. PTY (Program Type): While searching, PTY" appears and then the type offhe broadcast program will be displayed. “NO PTY” appears if no signal is sent. RT (Radio Text): While searching, AT" appears and then text messages Îhe station sends will be displayed. “NO RT” appears if no signal is sent. Frequency: Stañon frequency (non- ADS service). About characters shown on the display When the display shows PS, PTY, or RT signals, the following characters are used: + The display cannot show accented letters, “A” for instance, may. stand for accented ‘A's” like “À, À, À, À, À, À, à, à, 4, 4, à, and à’ If searching finishes at once, “PS; “PTY; and “RT” will not appear on the display.

CN 1 Tuner operations Searching for a program by PTY codes One of the advantages of the RDS service is that you can locate a particular kind of program from the preset channels (see pages 23 and 24) by specifying the PTY codes. To search for a program using the PTY codes Before you start, remember + 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 canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. 1 Press PTY SEARCH while listening to an FM station. “PTY SELECT" flashes on the display. 2 Press PTY @ or PTY ® until the PTY code you want appears on the display while “PTY SELECT” is flashing. + For details, see “Description of the PTY codes.” 3 Press PTY SEARCH again, while the PTY code selected in the previous step is still on the display. While searching, “SEARCH” and the selected PTY code altemate on the display. The receiver searches 30 preset FM stations, stops when it finds the one you have selected, and tunes in that station. To continue searching after the first stop Press PTY SEARCH again while the indications on the display are flashing. + If no program is found, “NOT FOUND" appears on the display. PTY codes p— None Alarm ! News TEST Affairs Documemt Info (Information) Folk Music) Sport Oldies Educate (Education) Nation à (Music) Drama Country Culture Jazz Scilnce Leisure Varied Trel Pop {Music Phobe In Rock nl (Music) Religion Easy M (Music) Sodial Light M (Music) Chiren Classics Findnee Other dl (Music) LL Weather 1

Description of the PTY codes: News: News. Affairs: Topical program expanding or enlarging upon the news—debate or analysis. Into: Programs the purpose of which is to impart advice in the widest sense. Sport: Programs concemed with any aspect of sports. Educate: Educational programs. Drama: Al radio plays and serials. Culture: Programs conceming any aspect of national or regional culture, including language, theater, etc. Science: Programs about natural sciences and technology. Varied: Used for mainly speech-based programs such as quizzes, panel games and personality interviews. Pop M: Commercial music of current popular appeal. Rock M: Rock music. Easy M: Current contemporary music considered to be “easy- listening." Light M: Instrumental music, and vocal or choral works. Classics: Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber music, etc. Other M: Music not fitting into any of the other categories. Weather: Weather reports and forecasts. Finance: Stock Market reports, commerce, trading, etc. Children: Programs targeted at a young audience. Soci Programs about sociology, history, geography, psychology and society. Religion: Religious programs. Phoneln: Involving members of the public expressing their views either by phone or at a public forum. Travel: Travel information. Leisure: Programs about recreational activities. Jazz: Jazz music. Country: Songs which originate from, or continue the musical tradition of the American Southern States. Nation M: Current popular music of the nation or region in that country's language. Oldies: Music from the so-called “golden age” of popular music. Folk M: Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a particular nation. Document: Programs concerning factual matters, presented in an investigative style. TEST: Broadcasts for testing emergency broadcast equipment or unit. Alarm Emergency announcement. Classification of the PTY codes for some FM stations may be different from the above list. 082.18, 1:46 PM

CN 1 æ CONS DOM || Tuner operations n a To stop listening to the program selected by Enhanced Other Switching to broadcast program of Your networks ï ñ Press TA/NEWS/INFO repeatedly again so that the program type (TA/ choice temporarily NEWS/NFO) indicator goes off from Îhe display. The receiver exts from Enhanced Other Networks standby mode and goes back to the Another convenient RDS service is called “Enhanced Other . previously selected station. Networks." This allows the receiver to switch temporarilÿ to a broadcast program of our choice (TA, NEWS, and/or INFO) from a different station : k When an emergency broadcast (Alarm ! signal) is sent from an except in the following cases: FM station

• When you are listening to non-RDS Networks—all AM (MW) The receiver automatically tunes in the station except in the following stations, some FM stations and other sources. cases + When the receiver is in standby mode or in TV Direct mode. + When you are listening to non-RDS Netorks-—all AM (MW) stations, some FM stations and other sources. Betors you siart, remembei + When the receiver is in standby mode or TV Direct mode. The Enhanced Other Networks function is only applicable to preset FM stations. While receiving an emergency broadcast, “Alarm l” appears on the display. Press TA/NEWS/INFO repeatedly until the program type you want appears on the display. The TEST signal is used for equipment test—whether it can . _ receive the Alarm ! signal correctly + Each time you press the button, the display changes to show the The TEST signal makes the receiver work in the same way as the following: Alarm ! signal does. If the TEST signal is received, the receiver TA = NEWS — INFO — TA/NEWS- TA/INFO automatically switches to the station broadcasting the TEST signal. [ ] While receiving the TEST signal, “TEST” appears on the display. (None) — TA/NEWS/INFO — NEWS/INFO NOTES Enhanced Other Networks data sent from some stations may not be compatible with this receiver. TA: ___ Traffic Announcement in your area. + Enhanced Other Networks does not function for some FM stations NEWS: News. with RDS service. INFO: Program the purpose of which is to impart advice in the *_ While listening to a program tuned in by the Enhanced Other widest sense, Networks function, the station does not change even if another & network station starts broadcasting a program of the same & Ÿ Enhanced Other Networks data. Ÿ + While listening to a program tuned in by the Enhanced Other Networks function, you can only use the TA/NEWS/INFO and DISPLAY. W the station currently tuned in starts broadcasting the program type you have selected The receiver continues to receive the station, but the indicator of the received PTY code starts flashing. The Enhanced Other Networks mode only works when receiving an FM station with the Enhanced Other Networks code. CAUTION: [ If the stations alternate intermittently between the station tuned by the . Enhanced Other Networks function and the currently tuned station, When the program is over, the indicator of the received PTY code press TAINEWS/INFO repeatedly to cancel the Enhanced Other stops flashing and remains lit, but the receiver remains in Networks function. If you do not press the button, the currently tuned Enhanced Other Networks standby mode. y P y station is received finally, and the indication of the Enhanced Other Networks data type flashing on the display disappears. If another FM station in the same Networks starts broadcasting the program type you have selected while you are listening to an FM station The receiver automatically switches to the station. The indicator of the received PTY code starts flashing.

When the program is over, the receiver goes back to the station previously tuned in, but still remains in Enhanced Other Networks standby mode. The indicator of the received PTY code stops flashing and remains lit.

RX-ES1SL Creating realistic sound fields Reproducing theater ambience Introducing the Surround/DSP modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to You can use the following Surround/DSP modes with this receiver. reproduce impressive multi-surround sound, reaching you from all directions. Æ Surround modes With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement + Dolby Pro Logic Il can be expressed. + Dolby Digital Surround/DSP modes built in this receiver can create almost the + DTS same surround sound as you can feel in a real movie theater. DSP (Digital Signal Processor) modes + DAP (Digital Acoustic Processor) modes + All Channel Stereo E Surround modes a © © Dolby Pro Logic 1l+ Z Dolby Pro Logic II has a newly developed multi-channel playback arr 658 format to decode all 2 channel sources—stereo source and Dolby 5 CORNE cure Surround encoded source—into 5.1 channel. due ME Matrix-based encoding/decoding method for Dolby Pro Logic Il makes

no limitation for the cutoff frequency of the surround treble and enables stereo surround sound compared to conventional Dolby Pro Logic.

DIRE des Dolby Pro Logic Il enables you to reproduce spacious sound from HE ©

Mois GUE original sound without adding any new sounds and tonal colorations. Dolby Pro Logic II has two modes—Movie mode and Music mode:

Sseeee…e Pro Logic Il Movie—suitable for reproduction of Dolby Surround encoded sources bearing the mark DUESSSNEI. You can enjoy a sound field very close to the one created with discrete 5.1 channel sounds. 4 Pro Logic II Music—suitable for reproduction of any 2-channel stereo L2 music sources. You can enjoy wide and deep sound by using this mode. For this mode, Panorama control can be selected, which gives “wraparound” sound effect with side-wall image. + When Dolby Pro Logic Il is activated, the DU PL Il indicator lights up on the display. Dolby Digital* Dolby Digital is a digital signal compression method, developed by Dolby Laboratories, and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding (1 channel up to 5.1 channel). Dolby Digital 5.1 channel encoding method records and digitally compresses the left front channel, right front channel, center channel, left surround channel, right surround channel, and LFE channel signals (total 6 channels, but the LFE channel is counted as 0.1 channel. Therefore, it is called 5.1 channel). Dolby Digital enables stereo surround sounds, and sets the cutoff frequency of the surround treble at 20 kHz, compared to 7 kHz for Dolby Pro Logic. As such, the sound movement and ‘being-there” feeling are enhanced much more than Dolby Pro Logic. + To enjoy software encoded with Dolby Digital, connect the source component using the digital terminal on the rear of this receiver. (See page 8.) Dolby Digital software can be roughly grouped into two categories —multi-channel (up to 5.1 channel) and 2 channel software. To enjoy surround sound while playing Dolby Digital 2 channel software, you can use Dolby Pro Logic Il.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro ***DTS" and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Laboratories.

Creating realistic sound fields DTS** DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding. DTS Digital Surround is another discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software. Compared to Dolby Digital, the DTS Digital Surround format has a lower audio compression rate, which enables it to add breadth and depth to the sounds reproduced. As such, DTS Digital Surround features natural, solid and clear sound. + To enjoy the software encoded with DTS Digital Surround, connect the source component using the digital terminal on the rear of this receiver. (See page 8.) H DSP (Digital Signal Processor) modes DAP (Digital Acoustic Processor) modes DAP modes have been designed to create important acoustic surround elements. The sound heard in a live club, dance club, hall or pavilion consists of direct sound and indirect sound—eariy reflections and reflections from behind. Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection. On the other hand, indirect sounds are delayed by the distances of the ceiling and walls (see the diagram below). These indirect sounds are important elements of the acoustic surround effects. The DAP mode can create these important elements, and give you a real ‘being there” feeling. Reflections from behind Early reflections Direct sounds DAP modes can be used when the front and surround speakers are connected to this receiver (without respect to the center speaker connection: no sound comes out of the center speaker even if it is connected). Available Surround/DSP modes for each input signal The following DAP modes are provided with this receiver: LIVE CLUB: Reproduces the spatial feeling of a live music club with a low ceiling. DANCE CLUB: Reproduces the spatial feeling of a rocking dance club. HALL: Reproduces the spatial feeling of a hall for classical recitals. PAVILION: Reproduces the spatial feeling of an exhibition hall. These DAP modes can be used to add acoustic surround effects while reproducing 2 channel stereo software, either analogue or Linear PCM digital signal, and can give you a real “being there” feeling. + When one of the DAP modes is selected, the DSP indicator lights up on the display. All Channel Stereo This mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. All Channel Stereo can be used when the front and surround speakers are connected to this receiver without respect to the center speaker connection. + Ifthe center speaker is connected and activated, the same phase of the front left and right signals are mixed and output through the center speaker. All Channel Stereo can be used while reproducing 2 channel stereo software, either analogue or Linear PCM digital signal. + When All Channel Stereo is selected, the DSP indicator lights up on the display. DA Q

Creating realistic sound fields About relations between speaker layout and Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver. Make sure that you have set the speakers information correctly (see pages 15 to 18). + Ifonly front speakers are connected, you cannot use the Surround modes. + If surround speakers are not connected, you cannot use DSP modes. When multi-channel digital software such as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround is played back, the appropriate multichannel Surround mode is automatically activated (‘DOLBY D” or “DTS") by pressing SURROUND (with the digital input mode selected). + For Dolby Digital 2 channel software, you can select “PLII MUSIC" or "PLII MOVIE" by pressing SURROUND. For more details, see “Available Surround/DSP modes for each input signal” on page 29. When connecting 5 speakers and 4 speakers

=): &( = ==) 6 (= Available Surround modes: PL II MOVIE (Pro Logic I! MOVIE) PL 11 MUSIC (Pro Logic 1! MUSIC) Available DSP modes: LIVE CLUB DANCE CLUB HALL PAVILION ALL CH ST. (All Channel Stereo) When connecting 3 speakers Available Surround modes: PL II MOVIE (Pro Logic I! MOVIE) PL 11 MUSIC (Pro Logic 1! MUSIC) When “AUTO SR (Auto Surround)" is turned “ON” (see page 20), Surround mode is automatically activated when you select and start playing back a multi-channel digital source.

Using Surround modes Once you have adjusted the Surround modes, the adjustment is memorized for each source. +_ If you set the speaker information using Smart Surround Setup (see page 15), you do not have to adjust speaker output level. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB. Before you start, remember... Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly (see pages 15 to 18). From the remote control: It will be convenient for you to use the remote control for the sound adjustments, since you can make adjustments from your listening point, and use the test signal. + For selecting Panorama control for Pro Logic 11 Music, use the buttons on the front panel.

1 Select and play software you like. I “AUTO SR (Auto Surround)” is set to “ON” Playing a digital source automatically activates an appropriate Surround mode. (See page 20.) > Go to step 3. 2 Press SURROUND to select an appropriate Surround mode. + Each time you press the button, the Surround/DSP modes change as follow When playing back multi-channel digital software such as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround:

{ DOLBY D or DTS <—> STEREO (Surround/DSP off) n When playing back 2 channel digital software such as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround:

PLIIMOVIE —+ PLII MUSIC

STEREO (Surround/DSP off) -— When playing back any software other than above:

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CONS DOM || Creating realistic sound fields 3 Press TEST to check the speakers output balance. “TEST L’starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out of the speakers as follow:

(Left front speaker) (Center speaker) (Right front speaker)

TEST LS <— TEST RS |

(Left surround speaker) (Right surround speaker) 4 Adjust the following speaker output levels (from —-10 dB to +10 dB). + Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. To adjust the center speaker level, press CENTER +/—. To adjust the left surround speaker level, press SURR L +. To adjust the right surround speaker level, press SURR R +/-. L Dam On the front panel: + No test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again.

1 Select and play software you like. I “AUTO SR (Auto Surround)” is set to “ON” Playing a digital source automatically activates an appropriate Surround mode. (See page 20.) > Go to step 4. 2 Press SURROUND. MULTI JOG now works for the Surround/DSP mode selection. 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select a appropriate surround mode. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow: When playing back multi-channel digital software such as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround: Ex.: When selecting “+8 (dB)" for “CENTER.” 4 5 Press TEST again to stop the test tone. bd The currently selected source name appears on the display. ”] | 28-34.RX-ES1XV-NSS[BJI a

{ DOLBY D or DTS <—> STEREO (Surround/DSP off) |] When playing back 2 channel digital software such as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround:

PLIIMOVIE <—+ PLII MUSIC

STEREO (Surround/DSP off) When playing back any software other than above:

HALL ++ PAVILION <— ALL CH ST. «+ STEREO (Surround/DSP off) <> (Back to the beginning) 4 Press ADJUST. MULTI JOG now works for the sound adjustment. 5 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want to set appears on the display, then press SET. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow: som

B.BOOST + ATT <— (Back to the beginning)

• Available only for “PL 11 MUSIC"

Creating realistic sound fields CENTER‘: To adjust the center speaker output level {from —10 dB to +10 dB). SURR L‘: To adjust the left surround speaker output level {from —10 dB to +10 dB). SURRR“: To adjust the right surround speaker output level {from —10 dB to +10 dB). PANORAMA control: + Select "ON" when you would like to enjoy “wraparound” sound effect with side-wall image. + Select “OFF” when you would like to hear originally recorded sound. “1 *o"is the initial setting for each speaker setting. “2 *OFF" is the initial setting. 6 Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the item selected in step 5, then press SET. Your setting is stored. + When adjusting the speaker output levels, make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. E œnr Ex.: When selecting “+8 (dB)" for “CENTER.” 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to adjust the other settings. To cancel Surround mode Press SURROUND repeatedlÿ on the remote control or press SURROUND then turn MULTI JOG on the front panel so that “STEREO" appears on the display. + If Surround mode is canceled while playing back multi-channel digital software, all channel signals are mixed and output through the front speakers (and subwoofer if you have connected a subwoofer and set the subwoofer setting correctly—"USE" for Quick Setup or ‘YES" for Manual Setup—see pages 16 and 17). You can adjust the speaker output levels using the remote control without outputting the test tone. You cannot adjust the center speaker output level and no test tone comes out of the center speaker when “CNTR SP" is set to “NO.” You cannot adjust the surround speaker output levels and no test tone comes out of the surround speakers when “SURR SP” is set to “NO.” Remember not to change the speaker setting while using any Surround modes: otherwise, the Surround mode may be canceled when you deactivate the speakers required for it . You cannot use any Surround modes when selecting DVD MULTI as a playback source.

Using DSP modes Once you have adjusted the DSP modes, the adjustment is memorized for each source. + You cannot use the DSP modes if no surround speakers are connected. + You cannot adjust the effect level for “ALL CH ST" When operating this receiver using the remote control, 5) always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB. sur) Before you start, remember... Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly (see pages 15 to 18). From the remote control: It will be convenient for you to use the remote control for the sound adjustments, since you can make adjustments from your listening point, and use the test signal.

T1 Start playing 2 channel software—either Linear PCM or analogue signal—and select the source. 2 Press SURROUND repeatedly until one of the DSP modes you want to apply appears on the display. The DSP indicator lights up on the display. + Each time you press the button, the DSP modes change as follow:

HALL —+ PAVILION + ALLCH ST. —> STEREO (Surround/DSP off) —> (Back to the beginning) 3 Press TEST to check the speakers output balance. “TEST L'starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out ofthe speakers as follow: [DYYYYS]

(Left front speaker) (Center speaker) (Right front speaker) —+ TEST R

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CONS DOM || Creating realistic sound fields 4 Adijust the surround speaker output levels (from —-10 dB to +10 dB). + Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. To adjust the left surround speaker level, press SURR L +}. To adjust the right surround speaker level, press SURR R +/—. 5 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want to set appears on the display, then press SET. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow:

B.BOOST + ATT <—% (Back to the beginning) Ex.: When selecting “-8 (dB) for “SURR R." 5 Press TEST again to stop the test tone. 6 Only for DAP modes: Press EFFECT to select the DAP effect level (1 to

+ As the number increases, the DAP effect becomes stronger (normally set it to “EFFECT 3”).

• Available only for DAP modes. SURRL‘: To adjust the left surround speaker output level {from —10 dB to +10 dB). SURRR‘: To adjust the right surround speaker output level (from —-10 dB to +10 dB). EFFECT (available only for DAP modes) ‘’: To adjust the DAP effect level. As the number increases, the effect becomes stronger (normally set it to “EFFECT 3”).

EFFECT 3 —+ EFFECT 4 —+ EFFECT 5

EFFECT 2 <— EFFECT 1 d On the front pan + No test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again. T Start playing 2 channel software—either Linear PCM or analogue signal—and select the source. 2 Press SURROUND. MULTI JOG now works for the Surround/DSP mode selection. 3 Turn MULTI JOG until one of the DSP modes you want to apply appears on the display. The DSP indicator lights up on the display. + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow

HALL ++ PAVILION — ALL CH ST. «+ STEREO (Surround/DSP off) <> (Back to the beginning) 4 Press ADJUST. MULTI JOG now works for the sound adjustment.

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• “0 (dB)" is the initial setting for each speaker setting. “2 +3" is the initial setting. 6 Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the item selected in step 5, then press SET. Your setting is stored. + When adjusting the speaker output levels, make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. Ex.: When selecting “-8 (dB)" for “SURR R." 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to adjust the other settings. To cancel DSP Modes Press SURROUND repeatedlÿ on the remote control or press SURROUND then turn MULTI JOG on the front panel so that *STEREO" appears on the display. The DSP indicator goes off from the display. +_ You can adjust the speaker output levels using the remote control without outputting the test tone. +_ You cannot adjust the center speaker output level and no test tone comes out of the center speaker when “CNTR SP” is set to “NO." +_ You cannot adjust the surround speaker output levels and no test tone comes out of the surround speakers when “SURR SP” is set to “NO.”

RX-ES1SL Using the DVD MULTI playback mode This receiver provides the DVD MULTI playback mode for On the front panel: reproducing the analogue discrete output mode (5.1 channel ES reproduction) of the DVD player. In addition, the DVD MULTI playback mode can be used for Oo reproducing a DVD Audio sound. En —— Before playing back a DVD, refer also to the manual supplied with the es DVD player. + When using the DVD MULTI playback mode, connect the DVD Before you start, remember. player with its analogue discrete output jacks lo the DVD IN jacks There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is on the rear panel (see page 10). + DVD MULTI playback mode cannot be used for XV-N55SL. canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again. 1 Press ADJUST. When operating this receiver using the remote MULTI JOG now works for the sound adjustment. control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TVNCR/STB. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want to set appears on the display, then press SET. Activating the DVD MULTI playback mode + As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follow: On the front panel: 65e —__. BASS TREBLE SUBWFR

: CENTER SURR L SURR R

B.BOOST «+ ATT -— (Back to the beginning) 1 Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until “DVD MULTI” appears on the display. CENTER“: To adjust the center speaker output level The DVD MULTI indicator lights in red. (from —10 dB to +10 dB). 2 Select the analogue discrete output mode on the SURR L': on dB 10e d speaker output level 4 DVD player, and start playing a DVD. - & SURR R°: To adjust the right surround speaker output level @ I gl pi Ÿ (from —10 dB to +10 dB). From the remote control: 1 Press DVD MULTI. The DVD MULTI indicator lights in red.

• “0 (dB)" is the initial setting. 3 Turn MULTI JOG to adjust the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. + Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. 2 Select the analogue discrete output mode on the DVD player, and start playing a DVD. Adjusting the speaker output level es «2 You can adjust the speaker output level while playing a DVD using the Ex: When selecting “+8 (dB)" for “CENTER.” analogue discrete output mode on the DVD player. Once you have adjusted the sound, the adjustment is memorized. : + The test tone does not output through the speakers to adjust the 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust the other speakers output levels when selecting DVD MULTI. settings. From the remote control: It will be convenient for you to use the remote control for the sound adjustments, since you can make adjustments from your listening point.

Adjust the following speaker output levels (from -10 dB to +10 dB). + Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. When you select DVD MULTI as a source to play, the selected Surround/DSP mode is canceled, and the SURROUND button does not work. When using a pair of headphones, the sounds of front left and right channels are output from the headphones. The DVD MULTI button does not work for TV Direct. To adjust the center speaker level, press CENTER +/. To adjust the left surround speaker level, press SURR L +/. To adjust the right surround speaker level, press SURR R +/-. 0-08 0:0:0:0:9 0 0:0

L(B).book Page 35 Friday, February 14, 2003 XV-N55SL | Before operation 3:36 PU XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English About this manual + The display window information and OSD (On Screen Display) menu items are put in brackets [ ]in the operation procedures. + Usable disc(s) for each operation/function is (are) referred to by the icons: DVD M Super Audio

About discs Playable disc types Discs with the following marks can be played back on the player. DVD VIDEO SVCD Video CD Audio CD pvp Video CD disc) The DVD Logo is a trademark. The player can also play back the following discs: + DVD-R, DVD-RW and +RW discs written in the DVD VIDEO format and finalized + CD-R and CD-RW discs written in the SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD format and finalized + CD-R and CD-RW discs written in MP3 or WMA in accordance with the “150 9660" format (See page 49 for details.) + CD-R and CD-RW discs written in | PEG in accordance with the “50 9660” format (See page 51 for details.) If a disc gets dirty, scratched or warped, or due to the disc characteristics or recording conditions, it may take considerable time for the player to read the content or the player may not be able to play back such discs The player can play back audio signals recorded in MIX-MODE CD, CD-G, CD-EXTRA and CD TEXT. Region code of DVD VIDEO This player can play back DVD VIDEO discs whose region code numbers include "2." Examples of playable DVD VIDEO discs:

25 456) Au] |2 (FH SN) The players region code is printed on the rear of the player. Color system format This player accommodates the PAL system, and also can play back discs recorded with NTSC system whose Region Code numbers include "2." Note thatthe NTSC video signal on a disc is converted to a PAL signal and output. Unplayable discs The player does not play back discs listed below. f you try to play back these discs, noise may generate causing damage to speakers. + DVD-RW discs written in the VR format + DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD AUDIO, CD-ROM, PHOTO CD, SACD In addition, the player does not play: + Unfinalized discs + Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or paste on either the label side or playback side. Playing back these discs may damage the player. Digital audio formats The player supports the following digital audio formats (see page 61 “Appendix D: Glossary” for descriptions of each audio format): Linear PCM, MPEG Multichannel, Dolby Digital, DTS (Digital Theater Systems) NOTE Depending on the players [DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT] setting, digital audio signals may not be output as they are recorded on the disc. See “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT" on page 56 for details. Notes on discs + With some DVD VIDEO discs, the player starts playback automatically after inserting the disc. + The image may be sometimes poor or noisy due to defects in the disc itself. + With some discs, operations described in this manual may not be possible. Care and handling of discs If a disc gets dirty, dusty, scratched or warped, playback sound and picture may be deteriorated. Take proper precautions when handling discs. Handling + Do not touch the surface ofthe disc. + Do not damage, stick paper to, or use any adhesive on either the label side or playback side. Storing discs + Keep discs in their cases. If discs are piled on top of one another without their protective cases, they can be damaged. + Do not put discs in a location where they may be exposed to direct sunlight, or where the humidity or temperature is high. Avoid leaving discs in à car! Cleaning discs + Wipe with a soft dry cloth, moving from the center outwards. a disc is difficult to clean, wipe with a cloth moistened with water. + Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any anti-static agents. Notes on copyright Check the copyrightlaus in your country before recording from DVD VIDEO, SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD, MP3, WMA and JPEG discs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe copyright laws. 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

AN XV-N55SL/LET0230-0044/English & à T-Basic_operations. fm Page 36 Monday, February 17, 2003 11:40 PM 8 NA Ï & XV-N55SL . Basic operations + NOW READING (The player is reading the disc information.) ri IV + REGION CODE ERROR! (The region code ofthe DVD VIDEO K mn ? disc does not match the player. The disc cannot be played + OPEN

o e] CAO) NOTE 6,0 © à Even if you turn offthe player, the player is not disconnected from 0 Ô Ô Ô the AC power source as long as itis connected to the wall outiet. : This state is called standby mode. In this state, the player consumes à very small amount of power. Cie) EE ES ë re Initial setup LOTS? When you turn on the player for the first time after purchase, the Sées following message appears on the TV screen = eo ea eo08S RD EXECUTE DVD PLAYER SETUP? - BASIC PICTURE/AUDIO El SETTING S88ss YES-PRESSENTER NO-CANCEL RCE See You can setthe display language, TV monitor type and digital Ee6e) output before using the player, by following the procedure below. 1 Press ENTER. NOTE The first page of the DVD PLAYER SET UP display appears. The pull-down menu ofthe [ON SCREEN LANGUAGE ] is already open. DD When operating the player using the remote control, always apam/Î[ setthe mode selector to ‘DVD” ACRSTB | pus —i No #, CT NT | rouen au rame au Cree About invalid operation icon When you press a button, and ifthe player does not acceptits operation, © appears on your TV screen. Operations are ON SCREEN LANGUAGE options occasionally unacceptable even if © is not displayed. Note that some operations may notbe accepted. For example, . some discs may not allow rapid advancelreverse or slow 2 Press Av to selectthe desired language. motion playback. You can select the on-screen language for the preference displays, etc. from among ENGLISH, FRENCH and GERMAN. Press ENTER. The second page is shown, in which the pull-down menu of the [MONITOR TYPE is already open

Turning on/off the player 3 Press DVD t on the remote control or press &11 on the front panel. The STANDBY/ON indicator on the front panel, which lights in red during standby, lights in green. The left and right sides of the display window are illuminated. Cuers ETES Cnmare The opening display appears on the TV screen, and the following messages may appear atthe bottom of the opening display. FF L MONITOR TYPE options je 4 Press À/v to selectthe desired monitor type. ] For a normal (conventional) TV, select [4:3 LB] or [4:3 PS] | For a wide-screen TV, select[16:9 NORMAL] or[16:9 AUTO]. & “ (See page 55.) Message area À 36 eùt- + e[$—

PT 0Z-Basic operations. fm Page 37 Monday, Februa "17, 2003 11:26 PN XV-N55SL/LET0230-0044/English Basic operations 5 Press ENTER. The third page is shown, in which the pull-down menu ofthe IDIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT]is already open. pe im Oo #.

orme. Mg, mare marne DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT options 6 Press A/v to select a desired digital output signal type. Setthis item correctiy when you connect the player to an external surround decoder or D/A converter. (If you do not connect the player to such a device, you do not have to set this item.) + When connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder, select [DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM]. + When connecting to a DTS decoder, select ISTREAM/ PCM] + When connecting to other digital device, select [PCM ONLY] 7 Press ENTER. The TV screen returns to the opening display. To bring up the DVD PLAYER SET UP display later Press CHOICE for a few seconds untilthe DVD PLAYER SET UP display appears To change the brightness of the display window Press DIMMER on the remote control. You can selectthe display window brightness from three levels, or off. fthe brightness is set to off, nothing will be shown on the display. Basic playback DvDÈs di

1 Press A to open the disc tray. 2 Place a disc in the disc tray. With the label side up + To insert an 8-cm disc, place itin the inner recess. 3 Press >. The player starts playback from the beginning, If a menu is shown on the TV screen When inserting a DVD VIDEO, SVCD or Video CD disc, a menu may be shown on the TV screen. From the menu, you can select a desired item to be played back. For DVD VIDEO 1 Press A/v/-4h to select a desired item 2 Press ENTER. The player starts playback of the selected item. For SVCD/Video CD Press the numeric buttons to select a desired item. The player starts playback of the selected item + Do notinsert an unplayable disc. (See page 35.) + When inserting a disc on the disc tray, be sure to position the disc inside the recess. Otherwise, the disc may be damaged when the disc tray is closed, or you may not be able to remove the disc from the player. About PBC (Playback Control) Some SVCD/Video CD discs supportthe PBC function. The PBC function allows you to enjoy menu-driven operation and high-resolution still images which have a resolution four times greater than moving pictures. + To play à PBC-compatible SVCD/Video CD disc without activating the PBC function, press the numeric buttons instead of » to start playback. + To activate the PBC function again,

7 T-Basic_operations. fm Page 38 Monday, Februa ÿ 17, 2003 11:41 PN Basic operations XV-N55SL/LET0230-0044/English To check the playback status You can see the current selection number (the title/chapter number for DVD VIDEO or track number for SVCD/Video CD/ Audio CD), time information (the track or chapter time while stopped, or elapsed track or chapter time during playback) and the transport status (stop, playback, pause, etc.) on the TV screen Press ON SCREEN. Example: for DVD VIDEO Current chapter Current transport Transfer rate number status DID-NIDEO ds Don eL) l Î Current title number Current chapter time Note that pressing ON SCREEN again brings up the menu bar under the status bar, from which you can access various functions. See page 47 for details about the menu bar. To turn off the status bar Press ON SCREEN repeatedly until the status bar goes off. To stop playback completely Press mn. Hint If you press 4 during playback, the player stops playback and opens the disc tray. To stop playback temporarily Press 11. To resume playback, press ». (See the following item.)

About On-screen guide icons You may see the following icons displayed over the picture. They have the following meanings. PS: Appears atthe beginning of a scene recorded from multiple angles (see page 45). OD : Appears atthe beginning of a scene recorded with multiple audio languages (see page 45). Q : Appears atthe beginning of a scene recorded with multiple subütie languages (see page 45). Resuming playback DVD D Super M video! lvoeol vcoh co The player can memorize the position on a disc where you interrupt playback, and resume playback from that position later. There are three resume modes; ON, OFF and DISC RESUME. The mode is initially setto ON when you purchased the player. + You can select the mode using the preference display (see page 56). When the resume mode is “ON” When you press me, the player stops playback and memorizes the interrupted position. The TV screen shows [RESUME STOP ]and the (RESUME ] indicator lights up in the display window. The memory ofthe interrupted position is not cleared if you turn off the player. When you turn off the player after setting the resume function, simply press ». The player is turned on, and playback starts from the interrupted position. If you turn on the player by pressing @)I then press >, playback starts from the beginning of the disc. Note that the memory is cleared if you open the disc tray. When the resume mode is “DISC RESUME” When you press ma, the player stops playback and memorizes the interrupted position. The TV screen shows [RESUME STOP]and the (RESUME Jindicator lights up in the display window. The memory of the interrupted position is not cleared if you open the disc tray or turn off the player. Hint The player memorizes interrupted positions for the last 30 discs played. Storing a new interrupted position will erase the interrupted position stored for the first disc. To clear the memory Press m while the disc is stopped.

5SL(B). book Page 39 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Basic operations To resume playback When the resume mode is “ON” While the disc you interrupted playback is still on the disc tray, press >. The player resumes playback from the position where playback was interrupted. The TV screen shows “RESUME PLAY." To play back from the beginning Press m before pressing » to start playback. When the resume mode is “DISC RESUME” 1 Press A to insert a disc for which the player has stored an interrupted position. The TV screen shows "RESUME STOP". 2 Press ». The TV screen shows “RESUME PLAY” and the player resumes playback from the position where playback was interrupted. To play back from the beginning After inserting the disc, press m before pressing » to start playback + If you change the [RESUME] setting from [DISC RESUME ]to IOFF]or [ON], you cannot resume playback of a disc whose “resuming” position is stored. However, when you again set (RESUME ]to (DISC RESUME, you will then be able to resume playback of the disc. + If you interrupt the playback of a disc for which an interrupted position has already been stored, the memory will be updated with the new interrupted position: + For a double-sided DVD VIDEO disc, the player regards each side as a different disc. Therefore, to resume playback of such a disc, the disc must be inserted with the same side down + When the player memorizes an interrupted point for a disc, it also memorizes Audio, Subtitle and Angle settings. + The player may not resume playback exactiy from the interrupted point. In the case of an SVCD/Video CD disc with PBC function, the player may resume playback from a point slightiy earlier or later than the point where playback was interrupted.

Various speed playback To advance or reverse playback rapidly while monitoring DVD D Super À] video D] Audiol UE Kio) KA KE] During playback, press >> or << on the remote control. You can select from 1.5 times, 5 times, 20 times and 60 times normal speed. Pressing » returns the player to normal playback. During playback, hold down »»1 or 44. Playback is advanced or reversed at 5 times normal speed. During rapid playback, the sound will be muted except when playing an Audio CD, and when playing a DVD VIDEO or Video CD at1.5 times normal speed. For Audio CD discs, the sound will be heard intermittent. x1.5 Quick Playback with sound DVD El video VIDEOR CD When you select 1.5 times normal speed playback, the disc is played back with sound. + For DVD VIDEO discs, the subtitle does not go of. N + Ifthe sound of a DVD VIDEO disc is recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS format, stereo linear PCM signals are output. With some DVD VIDEO discs, the sound quality and volume may alter, or the sound may be out of tune. + To switch from rapid reverse playback to x1.5 Quick Playback, first press », then press mæ once To advance a still picture frame by frame

While paused, press 1 Each time you press M, the still picture advances to the next frame Pressing » returns to normal playback To play back in slow motion Lovo D super D vi lvneoÿ vcoR c You can select from 1/32 times, 1/16 times, 1/4 times and 1/2 times normal speed. During playback, press li, then press >> (to play forward slow motion), or << (to play reverse slow motion, for DVD VIDEO disc only). Pressing » returns to normal playback. + During slow motion playback, the sound will be muted. + Reverse slow motion playback is not possible for an SVCD and Video CD.

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To replay the previous scenes (One touch replay function) DVD VIDEO! During DVD VIDEO playback, press G. The playback position moves back 10 seconds before the current position. + This function works only within the same title, though it works between chapters. + This function may not work with some DVD VIDEO discs.

Locating the beginning of a scene or song DVD D Super] video D] Audiol vneoÿ vcDh co à co For DVD VIDEO: During playback, you can skip a chapter or title, depending on the disc configuration. For SVCD Wideo CD: During playback without PBC function, you can skip a track. For Audio CD: During playback or while in stop mode, you can skip a track: To skip forward, press »»1. To skip backward, press -@<«. Using the numeric buttons For DVD VIDEO/Audio CD: During playback or while in stop mode For SVCD/Video CD: During playback without P BC function or while in stop mode Press the numeric buttons to specify the number. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3 To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The player starts playback from the beginning of the selection. + Depending on the disc type and the player status, what is specified differs: Player à : " status Disc type What is specified While DVD VIDEO title stopped SVCDWideo CD/Audio CD | track During DVD VIDEO chapter playback SVCDWideo CD/Audio CD | track + During DVD VIDEO playback, if a menu is shown on the TV screen, the numeric buttons may be used for selecting an item in the menu About screen saver function À television monitor may have an image bumned into itif a static image is displayed for à long time. To prevent this, the player automatically activates the screen saver function if a static picture, such as an on-screen display or menu, is displayed for over 5 minutes. When the screen saver function is activated, the TV screen gets darker. Pressing any buttons will release the screen saver function.

NOTE DVD When operating the player using the remote control, always amor] setthe mode selector to ‘DVD” NAS Playing from a specific position Locating a desired scene from the DVD menu [ovo uiDEol DVD VIDEO discs generally have their own menus which show the disc contents. These menus contain various items such as titles of movies, names of songs, or artist information, and display them on the TV screen. You can locate a desired scene using the DVD menu. 1 While a DVD VIDEO disc is nserted, press TOP MENU or MENU. The menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press A/v/-<«)»- to select a desired item, then press ENTER. The player starts playback of the selected item. Hints + Some DVD VIDEO discs may also have a different menu which appears when MENU is pressed. + See the instructions of each DVD VIDEO disc for its particular menu. + With some discs, you can select items by entering the corresponding number using the numeric buttons, which may cause the player to automatically start playback. The MENU button does not work while stopped. Locating a desired scene from the menu of a SVCD/Video CD with PBC Super video VCD} cp Some SVCD/Video CD discs supportthe PBC function. PBC is an abbreviation of “Playback Control.” Some SVCDWideo CD discs recorded with PBC have their own menus, such as a list of the songs ofthe disc. You can locate a specific scene by using the PBC menu. 1 in stop mode, press > or TOP MENU. A disc menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press the numeric buttons to select the desired item. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3 To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The player starts playback of the selected item To return to the menu, press RETURN Hint If something like [INEXT] or [PREVIOUS] appears on the TV screen, pressing m1 advances to the next page, and pressing Hæ« returns to the previous page. Specifying a desired title IT) 1 During playback, press TITLE/GROUP. E--]is shown in the title display area ofthe display window. 2 Press the numeric buttons to specify a title to be played. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3 To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The player starts playback from the specified title. This function may not work with some DVD VIDEO discs.

L(B).book Page 42 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM Advanced operations XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Lo] 0-09 00 Locating a desired position in the current title or track (Time search) [vo H Super] video audio JuoeoNvcoR co R co You can play a disc from the desired position by specifying the time from the beginning of the current title (for DVD VIDEO) or the disc (for SVCDWideo CD/Audio CD). For DVD VIDE O/Audio CD: During playback or while in stop mode For SVCDWideo CD: In any condition except SVCD/WVideo CD playback with PBC 1 Press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. 2 Press <> to move [S to @%|, then press ENTER. The pull-down menu for entering time appears. Screen example for DVD VIDEO DVD-VIDEO M SSMbps, TITLE 33 | cHAP 33] TOTAL 1:25:58 [>] TiME|@0rF |(O] cHar.æ| QD 15 [CD 15 | Eu 18 |

3 Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter the desired time. The specified time is displayed in the pull-down menu. Example (for DVD VIDEO) To play back from 2(H}:34(M):00(S) Press 2, 3, then 4. TIME 2:34:__ Example (for SVCD Video CD/Audio CD) To play back from 23(M}:40(S) Press 2, 3, then 4. TIME 23:42 You do not have to press “0” to enter the trailing zeros (for the last bo digits in the example above) To correct a mistake Press 4 repeatedly to move back to the digit where you entered a wrong number, and reenter the correct one. 4 Press ENTER. The player starts playback from the specified time. To dismiss the menu bar Press ON SCREEN Hint “10” and “+10” buttons are not used with this function. + Some DVD VIDEO discs do not contain time information, and the time search function cannot be used. + The time search function cannot be used during program playback. Changing the playback order To play back in a specific order (Program play) Super Audio VCD cD By programming tracks, you can play up to 99 tracks in any order. You may program the same track more than once. Tin stop mode, press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. 2 Press <> to move K to PROG]. Screen example for Audio CD cn (raaokSs[ ME 2555 [=) Time] or | O|PROG!, ruo. 3 Press ENTER. The program table appears. The (PRGM]indicator lights up in the display window.

5SL(B).book Page 43 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Advanced operations 4 Press the numeric buttons to specify tracks in the desired order. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10 The total program time USE NUMERIC KEYS TO PROGRAM TRACKS. CANCEL DELETES THE LAST STEP. I DELETES| Selected track number To correct the program Press A/v to move LS to the track to be corrected, then press CANCEL. The track is erased and the subsequent programmed tracks move up. Pressing m clears all the programmed tracks. 5 Press » to start program playback. With an Audio CD disc, the program table remains on the TV screen during program playback. (Pressing ON SCREEN brings up the status bar.) When all of the programmed tracks have finished playback, the player stops and the program table appears again. Note that the program remains. + During program playback, you cannot edit the program contents To check the program contents During playback, press mL. Playback stops and the program table is shown. When the player is playing back an Audio CD and the program table is not shown, you can bring up the table by carrying out steps 1 to 3. During SVCD/Video CD playback, you can check the program contents via the menu bar. To stop program playback Press me. To clear the program While stopped and the program table is shown, press me. To exit the program mode After clearing the program, press ON SCREEN. When the disc tray is opened or the player is turned off, the program is cleared. To play back in random order (Random play) Super A] video D] Audio Te] KA Ko] Tin stop mode, press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. 2 Press <> to move ES to ra]. Screen example for Audio CD Q Crack sa[ TIME 25:58 [=} TIME] @0F | ©O%|PRoG.| BANDE 3 Press ENTER. The player starts random playback. With an SVCD/Video CD disc, the menu bar is automatically dismissed. During random playback, the [RND] indicator lights up in the display window. After playing all tracks of the disc, the player stops the disc and exits the random playback mode. To stop and quit random playback Press m. The player stops playback and exits the random playback mode.

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Repeat playback To repeat the current selection or all tracks DVD B Super À] video D Audio voeolvcoR} co } co For DVD VIDEO: During playback For SVCD/Wideo CD/Audio CD: In any condition except SVCD/ Video CD playback with PBC Press REPEAT. If you press REPEAT in stop mode, press » to start playback. Each time you press REPEAT, the repeat mode cycles among AI repeat, Repeat 1 and off. The indication on the display window shows the selected repeat mode C3: Repeats the current title for DVD VIDEO or all tracks for SVCD/WVideo CD/Audio CD. ©) L:Repeats the current chapter for DVD VIDEO or the current track for SVCD/Video CD/Audio CD. No indication: The repeat mode is off. A window which indicates the current repeat mode will be displayed on the TV screen. The mode indication on the window is same as the one on the menu bar. (Repeat mode example on the TV screen) ©) CHAP To stop repeat playback Press m. When a DVD VIDEO disc is set, the player stops playback and quits the repeat mode. When an SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD disc is set, the player stops playback but does not quit the repeat mode.

To quit repeat playback Press REPEAT until the repeat mode indicator goes off in the display window. Hint When the program playback mode is active with an SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD, the repeat mode changes in the same manner. Note, however, that in the " C3 ” mode the player repeats all the programmed tracks instead of all tracks on the disc. To repeat a desired part (A-B repeat playback) DA EX Audio ILE Ne] cD First make sure: + The player is in playback mode except SVCD/Video CD playback with PBC. 1 Press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. 2 Press 4» to move & to © |,then press ENTER. The pull-down menu for repeat mode selection appears. 3 Press A/v to select [A-B]. 4 Press ENTER atthe beginning of the part you want to repeat (point A). The pull down menu disappears. The repeat icon shows [E3 A]. 5 Press ENTER atthe end ofthe part you want to repeat (point B). The repeat icon shows [@3 A8 |. The player locates “A” and starts repeat playback between

The [©] indicator lights in the display window. To quit A-B repeat playback Press > to move RS to @> A8 |, and press ENTER. The A-B repeat mode turns off, then normal playback continues. The À and B points must be set in the same titie/track.

Advanced operations Changing the language, sound and Scene angle To select the subtitle language (SUBTITLE) ovo NSuper lueoll vo Some DVD VIDEO and SVCD discs contain more than one subtitle language. You can choose a desired one from them. Hint Atthe beginning ofthe partwhere the subtitles are recorded, (..] appears on the TV screen (except when the [ON SCREEN GUIDE] preference is set to [OFF ]). 1 During playback, press SUBTITLE. The subtile selection window appears on the TV screen. C1) 1/3 | ENGLISH

2 Press A/v or SUBTITLE to selectthe subtitle. Each time you press A/v or SUBTITLE, the subtitie language changes. 3 Press ENTER. Subtitles are displayed in the selected language. The subtitle selection window is dismissed. + An SVCD disc can have up to four subtitles. Pressing A/v cycles through those channels regardes of whether the subtitles are recorded or not. + The subtitle selection window will automatically disappear if you do not change the subtitie for several seconds. + For DVD VIDEO, the selected language may be abbreviated on the TV screen. See "Appendix B: Table of languages and their abbreviations” on page 36. To change the audio language or sound (AUDIO) vo super 0 loco vol co The audio selection setting allows you to change the audio language of a movie, or to listen to karaoke with or without the vocal. Hint Atthe beginning ofthe part where multiple audio tracks are recorded, O appears on the TV screen (except when the [ON SCREEN GUIDE] preference is set to [OFF ]). 1 During playback, press AUDIO. The audio selection window appears on the TV screen. O 13 l'ENGLISH

For Video CD LS (Stereo) Left 3 Press ENTER. You can hear the selected audio. The audio selection window is dismissed. + The audio selection window will automatically disappear if you do not change the audio for several seconds. + For DVD VIDEO, the selected language may be abbreviated on the TV screen. See "Appendix B: Table of languages and their abbreviations” on page 60. To select a scene angle of DVD VIDEO (ANGLE) DVD VIDEO! You can enjoy a variety of scene angles ifthe DVD VIDEO disc contains “multi-angle” parts, where multiple cameras were used to shootthe same scene from different angles Hint Atthe beginning of a “multi-angle” part, P@ appears on the TV screen (except when the [ON SCREEN GUIDE ] preference is set to [OFF] 1 During playback, press ANGLE. The angle selection window appears on the TV screen. y 13

2 Press À/v or ANGLE to select the desired angle. Each time you press A/v or ANGLE, the angle changes. 3 Press ENTER. You can see the picture from the selected angle. The angle selection window is dismissed. The angle selection window will automatically disappear if you do not change the angle for several seconds.

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Special picture/sound effect To zoom in pictures DVDES: 1 During playback or while paused, press ZOOM. Pressing ZOOM causes the player to zoom in on the image. Atthe top left of the screen, the information for the current magnification appears for about 5 seconds. Each time you press ZOOM, the magnification is doubled (L8, 4, 8, 16, 32 and 64 times). (Z00M x4)

When à picture of a DVD VIDEO disc is viewed on à normal TV screen (4:3, Letter Box), black bars may appear atthe top and bottom of the screen. In this case, if you select the “ZOOM x1.8” mode, the black bars become almost invisible When à 1:2.35 or 1:1.85 DVD VIDEO source is played back, however, the black bars are visible on the screen. 2 Press A/v/<h»> to move the zoomed position. To return to the normal playback Press ENTER While zoomed, the picture may look coarse. To adjust the picture character (VFP) DVD MSuper]] video veoÿvcoR co The VFP (Video Fine Processor) function allows you to adjustthe picture character according to the type of programming, picture tone or personal preferences.

1 During playback, press VFP. The VFP mode selection window appears on the TV screen. 2 Press <> to select the desired preset. Each time you press the button, the VFP mode changes as follows Setthe video type mostsuitable to the current program or the room conditions.

[NORMALES CINEMA > USER 14 USER 2

Selected preset Parameter [NORMAL for watching TV in a general room: ICINEMAÏ for watching a movie software in a room with suppressed light. [USER LJIUSER 2}: you can adjust parameters that affect the picture character and store the settings as a user preset. See the next step. 3 To define a user setting, press A/Y to select a parameter to be edited from the following. + GAMMA Adjust this ifthe neutral color is bright or dark. The brightness of dark and bright portion is maintained. Available range: -4 (darkest) to +4 (brightest) *BRIGHTNESS Adjust this ifthe picture is bright or dark on the whole. Available range: -16 (darkest) to +16 (brightest). + CONTRAST Adjust this ifthe far and near position is unnatural. Available range: -16 to +16. + SATURATION Adjust this ifthe picture is whitish or blackish Available range: -16 (blackest) to +16 (whitest). *TINT Adjust this ifthe appearance of flesh tone is unnatural Available range: -16 to +16. + SHARPNESS Adjust this ifthe picture is indistinct. Available range: 0 to +3 +Y DELAY Adjust this if the picture looks separately/overlapped. Available range: -2 to +2. 4 Press ENTER. À window for setting parameters appears. Selected parameter 5 press A/v to adjust the level of the parameter. The higher value enhances the effect 6 Press ENTER. Repeat steps 3 to 6 if you want to set other parameters.

PT KT-K55SL (B). book Page 47 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Advanced operations To dismiss the VFP mode selection window Press VFP. The window for VFP mode selection and parameter setting disappear if no operation is made for about 10 seconds To simulate surround sound (3D PHONIC)

viDEol Using the 3D PHONIC function, you can get a simulated surround effect from your stereo system. 1 During playback, press 3D. The 3D PHONIC window appears on the TV screen. 2 Press 4» to selectthe desired mode. Each time you press the button, the 3D PHONIC mode changes as follows:

Selected effect mode + ACTION Suitable for action movies and sports programs in which the sound source moves. +*DRAMA Natural and warm sound. You can enjoy movies in a relaxed mood. + THEATER You can enjoy sound effects like in a theater. 3 Press A/v to adjust the effect level. You can setthe effect level from [1] to [5]. The higher value enhances the effect. To dismiss the 3D PHONIC window Press 3D. + The 3D PHONIC window disappears if no operation is made for about 10 seconds. + The 3D PHONIC function works correctiy only when playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with Dolby Digital. + When playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with Dolby Digital that does not contain the rear signal, you can change the 3D PHONIC setting, but you will notbe able to achieve a correct 3D effect. + The 3D PHONIC function does not affect the Dolby Digital bitstream signal from the DIGITAL OUT jack. + When the 3D PHONIC function is active, the [ANALOG DOWN MIX] setting in the [AUDIO] setting display is not available. Menu bar functions To bring up the menu bar À When a disc i inserted, press ON SCREEN. À status bar for the type of disc inserted will appear on the TV screen See page 38 for details about the status bar. 2 Press ON SCREEN again. À menu bar for the type of disc inserted will appear under the status bar. (for DVD VIDEO) VIDEO Éships, TITLE 33 [CHAP 33 TOTAL 1:25:58 [>] MEL or | ©] cHar.+| D 15 | 15 | 18 | (for SVCD) svcD Craack SL rue 2558 | > MMEl or |Oæ|ProG| RND.| DSTI [© 4 | (for Video CD) ven Craaok Sa] re 2588 [> MIMEI cor | [PROG AND. | GD ST (for Audio CD) co TRS] Te 2538 > HNEl 0 |OwfProc) ru] To dismiss the menu bar and status bar Press ON SCREEN Basic operation procedure 1 Press 4j» to select the icon you want to work with. The selected icon is pointed by ES. 2 Press ENTER. With many icons, an appropriate pull-down window appears, however, there are some exceptions. + À mark or text on the menu icon for the function or mode currently selected is shown in green. + Some functions are not available during playback. (You cannot move K to the associated icon when itis not available.)

5SL(B).book Page 48 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PN Advanced operations XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Menu bar functions for DVD VIDEO rime] Time mode selection During playback, selects the time mode shown in the display window and in the status bar. Press ENTER to select the time mode from the following + TOTAL: Current title elapsed time + T.REM: Current title remaining time *TIME: Current chapter elapsed time *REM: Current chapter remaining time & | Repeat mode (See also page 44) Selects the repeat mode during playback.

1. Open the pull-down window.

2. Press A/v to select the repeat mode from the following

+ CHAPTER: Current chapter repeat +TITLE: Currenttitle repeat + AB: A-B repeat + OFF: Repeat mode deactivated 3.Press ENTER to make the selected repeat function active. @®| Time search (See also page 42) Specifies a time from the beginning ofthe current tite as the point from which to begin playback. CHaP.æ| Chapter search During playback, specifies a desired chapter to be played back from.

1. Open the pull-down window.

2. Press numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter a desired chapter

number. (For example, to specify "10," press 1, then 0.) 3.Press ENTER to begin playback from the specified chapter. Lo] Audio selection (See also page 45) During playback, selects the audio language or sound track

1. Open the pull-down window.

2.Press A/v to select a desired audio language or sound track. 3.Press ENTER to begin playback with the selected audio. [es] Subtitle selection (See also page 45) During playback, selects the subtitle language

1. Open the pull-down window.

2.Press A/v to select a desired subtitle language 3.Press ENTER to begin playback with the selected subtitie. 7 Angle selection (See also page 45) During playback, selects a desired scene angle in à mutt-angle part.

1. Open the pull-down window.

2.Press A/v to select a scene angle.

3. Press ENTER to begin playback with the selected scene angle.

Menu bar functions for SVCD/Video CD/ Audio CD mME| Time mode selection Selects the time mode shown in the display window and in the status bar. Press ENTER to select the time mode from the following. + TIME: Current track elepsed time *REM: Currenttrack remaining time (while in stop mode, current track total time) + TOTAL: Disc elapsed time + T.REM: Disc remaining time (while in stop mode, disc total time) & | Repeat mode (See also page 44) Selects the repeat mode.

1. Open the pull-down window.

2. Press A/v to selectthe repeat mode from the following.

+ TRACK: Current track repeat *ALL: Alltrackrepeat *A-B: A-B repeat + OFF: _ Repeat mode deactivated

3. Press ENTER to make the selected repeat function active.

@®| Time search (See also page 42) Specifies a time from the beginning ofthe disc as the point from which to begin playback. PROG] Program playback (See also pages 42 and 43) While stopped, specifies the playback order of tracks. RND.| Random playback (See also page 43) While stopped, activates random playback (o] Audio selection (See also page 45) During SVCD/Video CD playback, selects the audio channel(s).

1. Open the pull-down window.

2.Press A/v to select a desired audio channel(s). 3.Press ENTER to play back with the selected audio channel(s) [æ] Subtitle selection (See also page 45) During SVCD playback, selects the subtitle.

1. Open the pull-down window.

2. Press A/v to select a desired subtitle.

3. Press ENTER to begin playback with the selected subtitle.

L(B).book Page 49 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM XV-N55SL XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English MP3/WMA disc playback DVD When operating the player using the remote control, always anor/Î] setthe mode selector to ‘DVD” NAS Operations The player can play back MP3 files and WMA files on a home recorded CD-R/RW disc or commercially available CD. We refer to a disc that contains MP3 and/or WMA files as an "MP 3/WMA disc” in this manual. Note that if a disc contains both of MP 3/WMA files and JPEG files, you can only play back files ofthe type selected by the [MP 3&WMA/] PEG] setting in the [PICTURE ] preference display (see page 56). About MP3/WMA discs On an MP3/WMA disc, each song is recorded as a file (track). Files are sometimes grouped into folders by artists, album, etc. + Each file is regarded as a track. + A folder which has one or more files is regarded as à group + A folder which does not directly contain any tracks is ignored + Files which do not belong to any folder are grouped into ‘group

+ The player recognizes up to 150 tracks per group, and up to 99 groups per disc. Ifthere are files other than MP 3/WMA files, they also count in the 150-file total. Max. 99 groups per disc Track 1.mp3 Track 2.mp3 Group 1 Track 3.mp3 — Track 4.mp3 ETrack 5.mp3 Track 6.mp3 Notes for making your own MP3/WMA disc using a CD-R/CD-RW disc + Select “ISO 9660” as the disc format. Max.150 tracks per group

+ As for MP3 files, we recommend you to record your material at à 44.1 kHz sampling rate, using the 128 kbps data transfer rate. + As for WMA files, make sure that the copyright feature is set to off. + As for WMA files, we recommend you to record your material at à bitrate of 64 kbps or higher. Basic operations Use the following buttons to control MP 3/WMA disc playback. ENTER: Starts playback while stopped. >: Starts playback while stopped or paused. Stops playback. LH Pauses playback. Hed/w»1:Skips back or forward a track during playback. Selects the previous or next track while stopped. I you press » during playback, or press m to stop playback followed by », the player starts playback from the beginning of the current track. « The player does not support “packet writing (UDF format)" discs. + The player does not support the ID3 tag. + The player supports discs recorded with multiple sessions. + Some discs may not play due to disc characteristics or recording conditions + Programmed and random playback functions do not work with MP3/WMA discs. + As for MP3, the player only can play back tracks with the following file extensions; “.MP3,"“Mp3," "mp3" and “.mP 3." + As for WMA, the player only can play back tracks with the following file extensions: “WMA,” “wma,” and any other combination of upper case and lower case letters (such as “Wma”). + Time required for reading the disc contents may vary for different discs, depending on the numbers of groups (folders) and tracks (files) recorded, etc. + You cannot advance or reverse playback by pressing »» or <<, or by holding down »»1 or #4 during MP 3/WMA disc playback. + The player supports WMA files recorded with a bit rate of 48 kbps or higher. The player cannot play back WMA files recorded with a bit rate under 48 kbps. Selecting the desired group and track When inserting an MP 3/WMA disc, after the disc contents are read, the MP 3/WMA CONTROL display automatically appears on the TV screen. You can specify the desired group/track from the display using the following procedure 1 Make sure thatthe black (cursor) bar is in the left (group) column. Ifitis in the right column, press to move it to the left column. 2 Press À/v to move the bar to a desired group. On the right column, tracks in the selected group are shown. 3 Press -@<«/»>» to select a desired track, then press ENTER or».

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Current track elapsed time

MPSAMA CONTROL. Group : 01710 rack: 01 06 (Total 28) spring begonia.mp3 Track column of the current group Group column Selected track Hint You can also select a desired track by pressing » to move the black bar to the right (track) column then using A/v. NOTES +Ifan MP3/WMA file name includes any 2-byte character, the player cannot show the file name correctiy. + Only MP3/WMA files are shown on the MP3/WMA CONTROL display. + The order of groups/tracks shown in the MP3/WMA CONTROL display may differ from the order shown on your personal computer when you set the disc on your computer. Direct selection You can select a desired group directly by specifying the group number. 1 During playback or while stopped, press TITLE/GROUP. [--lis shown in the group display area of the display window.

2 Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired group number. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3 To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. Specify the group number within several seconds after pressing TITLE/GROUP (i.e. while the display window shows E-D. The player starts playback from track 1 of the selected group. 3 Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired track number. The player starts playback from the specified track. You can also use H@-4/æ»1 or A/v to specify a track, instead ofthe numeric buttons. Repeat playback During playback or while stopped, press REPEAT. Each time you press REPEAT, the repeat mode changes as follows If you press REPEAT while stopped, you need to press ENTER or» to start repeat playback. MP3/WMA Display Function CONTROL window display REPEAT TRACK Repeats the current [SE track. REPEAT GROUP Repeats alltracks in [+] the current group. REPEAT ALL Repeats all tracks on o the disc. No indication The repeat mode is off. (TV screen) Selected repeat mode

MPSAUMA CONTROL [REPEAT TRACK

Group : 01/10 Track : 0 / 06 (Total 28) spring begonia.mp3 sumer german chamomile.mp3 fall Kiwi fruit. To stop repeat playback Press m. Note that the repeat mode remains active. To quit repeat playback During playback, press REPEAT until no repeat icon is shown on the display window. While stopped, press REPEAT until repeat mode indication on the MP3/WMA CONTROL display goes off.

7 DS-JPEG disc_playback. fn Page 51 Monda February 17, 2003 11:29 PM XV-N55SL JPEG disc playback XV-N55SL/LET0230-0044/English Notes for making your own JPEG disc using a CD-R/ CD-RW disc + Select ‘ISO 9660” as the disc format. + We recommend you to record your material at a 640 x 480 pixel resolution. + This player supports the baseline J PEG format. Basic operations To see a desired picture When inserting a JPEG disc, after the disc contents are read, the JPEG CONTROL display automatically appears on the TV screen. DVD When operating the player using the remote control, always aoam||| setthe mode selector to ‘DVD”. ACRSTB) Note that if a disc contains both of MP 3/WMA files and JPEG files, you can only play back files of the type selected by the [MP 3&WMA/] PEG] setting in the [PICTURE] preference display (see page 56).

About JPEG discs On aJPEG disc, each picture is recorded as a file. Files are sometimes grouped into folders by category, etc. + A folder which has one or more flles is regarded as à group. + A folder which does not direct contain any files is ignored. + Files which do not belong to any folder are grouped into “group

+ The player recognizes up to 150 files per group, and up to 99 groups per disc. lfthere are files other than J PEG files, they also count against the 150-fll total. Max. 99 groups per disc File 1.jpg File 2jpg À Group1 File 3.jpg — File 4.jpg É- File 5.jpg L- File 6.jpg Max.150 flles per group APEG CONTROL Group : 01 / 10 File : 01 / 06 (Total 28) spring begonia.jpg You can select a desired file for playback via this display. À Make sure thatthe black (cursor) bar is in the left (group) column. Ifitis in the right column, press to move it to the left column. 2 Press A/v to move the bar to a desired group. On the right column, files in the selected group are shown. 3 Press -«<«/»>»1 to select a desired file, then press ENTER. The selected file (still picture) is shown on the TV. Hint You can also select a desired file by pressing » to move the black bar to the right (file) column then using A/v. Ithe selected file is unplayable, a black screen appears To display another picture Press &4/»>»1 or A/v to select the desired picture. To dismiss the picture Press m or MENU The TV screen returns to the JPEG CONTROL display.

+ The player supports the baseline JPEG format. + The player does not support “packet writing (UDF format)" discs. + The player supports discs recorded with multiple sessions. + The player may not be able to read some discs, or may take à long time to display a picture on the disc, due to disc characteristics, recording conditions, or numbers of groups (folders), etc. + Programmed and random playback functions do not work with JPEG discs + The screen saver function will be activated ifthe same picture is displayed for more than 5 minutes except during slide show playback. + The player only can play back files with the following file extensions: “jpg," “jpeg,” "] PG,""JPEG "and any other combination of upper case and lower case letters (such as “Jpg'). +Ifa JPEG file name includes any 2-byte character, the player may not show the file name correctiy. +Ifa picture has been saved at greater than 640 x 480 pixel resolution, it may take some time to display the picture. + The player does not support pixel size pictures of more than 2400 pixels. Make sure that the picture pixel size is 2400 pixels orless. To zoom in the picture 1 While in pause mode, press ZOOM. Pressing ZOOM causes the player to zoom in on the image. Each time you press ZOOM, the magnification is doubled (8, 4, 8, 16, 32 and 64 times). 2 Press A/v/<h»> to move the zoomed position.

Viewing pictures continuously (slide show mode) You can see files (stil pictures) one after another automatically. To start the slide show Press >. The slide show starts from the beginning of the disc. Each file (stil picture) is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. To stop slide show playback in the middle Press m or MENU The TV screen returns to the JPEG CONTROL display. Pressing » resumes slide show playback from the last picture displayed To keep showing the current picture Press 1 or ENTER. Pressing > resumes the slide show playback. To select the start point of the slide show From the JPEG CONTROL display À Make sure thatthe black (cursor) bar is in the left (group) column. Ifitis in the right column, press Æ to move it to the left column. 2 Press A/v to move the bar to a desired group. 3 Press #4w»1 to select a desired file. 4 Press ». The slide show starts from the specified file. Direct selection 1 During playback or while stopped, press TITLE/GROUP. 2 Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired group number. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3 To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. 3 Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired file number. The player starts slide show playback from the specified file. If you do not specify a file, the player starts slide show playback from the first file in the group.

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JPEG disc playback Repeat function In the slide show mode, you can repeat playback of] PEG files in à group or on the disc. 1 While the] PEG CONTROL display is shown, press REPEAT. Pressing REPEAT switches the repeat mode. When the repeat mode is turned on, the [C7 )]indicator lights in the display window. The selected repeat mode is shown on the JPEG CONTROL display. REPEAT ALL: All files on the disc are repeated. REPEAT GROUP:Al files in the current group are repeated. No indication: The repeat mode is off. 2 Press » to start repeat playback. To stop repeat playback Press m. The repeat mode remains active. To quit repeat playback Press mor MENU while the JPEG CONTROL display is shown, and press REPEAT until the repeat mode indication goes off.

5SL(B).book Page 54 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM XV-N55SL XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Changing the initial settings DOI When operating the player using the remote control, always aam||| setthe mode selector to ‘DVD”. MR | Selecting preferences This section refers to the settings which are already made when you purchase the player. Read this section when you want to connect this player to a wide-vision TV set, or when you want to otherwise change the settings according to your preferences and viewing environment. About the Preference display The Preference display consists of the LANGUAGE, PICTURE, AUDIO and OTHERS setting displays, each having setting items. LANGUAGE CORTE au à PICTURE pui te # AUDIO

OTHERS Cou me D Marre How to set preferences 1 Press CHOICE. One of the preference on-screen displays appears on the TV screen You can see four icons atthe top right of the on-screen display for the settings. A: LANGUAGE menu Q:PICTURE menu @: AUDIO menu £: OTHERS menu 2 Press <> to select the appropriate icon. The appropriate display appears on the TV screen. 3 Press AJv to move ES to selectthe item you want to edit. The color of the selected item changes: 4 Press ENTER. À pul-down menu appears over the selected item. pui Ho #, CU =) (aura nus ne ss]

ÉRIC SS Selected item 5 Press À/v to select from the options then press ENTER. The selected option is set + For details about each setting, see the following. To dismiss a preference display Press CHOICE. + While an MP3/WMA or JPEG disc is inserted, you cannot bring up any preference display. + When a preference display is shown on a wide TV screen, the upper and lower parts ofthe preference display sometimes may be cut off. If this happens, adjustthe picture size control ofthe TV.

L(B).book Page 55 3:36 PU Friday, February 14, 2003 XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Changing the initial settings LANGUAGE menu MENU LANGUAGE You can selectthe default menu language to be displayed if it is contained on a DVD VIDEO disc. Setting options ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, CHINESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, JAPANESE, language code from AA to ZU + Ifthe disc does not have a menu in the selected language, the disc's default language will be used + For details about language codes, see “Appendix B: Table of languages and their abbreviations” on page 60. + You cannot change the setting during playback. AUDIO LANGUAGE You can selectthe default audio language to be played if itis contained on a DVD VIDEO disc. Setting options ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, CHINESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, JAPANESE, language code from AA to ZU + Ifthe disc does not have the selected language, the disc's default language will be used. + For details about language codes, see “Appendix B: Table of languages and their abbreviations” on page 60. + You cannot change the setting during playback. SUBTITLE You can selectthe default subtitie language to be displayed ifitis contained on a DVD VIDEO disc. Setting options OFF, ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, CHINESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, J APANESE, language code from AA to ZU + Ifthe disc does not have a subtiie in the selected language, the disc's default language will be used + For details about language codes, see “Appendix B: Table of languages and their abbreviations” on page 60. + You cannot change the setting during playback.

You can selectthe on-screen display language of the player. Setting options

ENGLISH, FRENCH, GERMAN

+ Some on-screen messages are shown in English regardiess of the setting + You cannot change the on-screen language shown on the MP3 display. PICTURE menu MONITOR TYPE You can selectthe monitor type to match your TV when you play back DVD VIDEO discs recorded for wide-screen televisions. Setting options

16:9 NORMAL, 16:9 AUTO, 4:3 LB, 4:3 PS

[16:9 NORMAL] (Wide television screen): select when you connect the player to a wide-screen (16:9) TV whose aspect ratio is fixed to 16:9 (the unit automatically adjusts the screen width of the output signal correctiy when playing back à 4:3 source). If you play a 4:3 DVD VIDEO source using the [16:9 NORMAL] mode, the picture character changes slightiy due to the process for converting the picture width [16:9 AUTO] (Wide television screen): select when you connect the player to a wide-screen (16:9) TV. 4:3 LB] (Letter Box conversion): select when you connect the player to a normal (4:3) TV. When playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded in wide picture format, the picture is shown with black bars atthe top and bottom. [4:3 PS] (Pan Scan conversion): select when you connect the player to a normal (4:3) TV. When playing back a DVD VIDEO disc recorded in wide picture format, the picture is zoomed to fil the screen vertically, and the left and right sides of the image are chopped off. Note, however, that the picture will be shown in the 4:3 LB mode even if you select the 4:3 PS mode depending on the disc.

a = FO) ss PICTURE SOURCE This mode selects whether the content on the disc is processed by field (video source) or by frame (film source). You can obtain optimal picture quality according to the source type to be played back by selecting an appropriate option. Setting options AUTO, FILM, VIDEO(NORMAL), VIDEO(ACTIVE) IAUTO}: select when playing back a disc containing both video and film source materials. The player recognizes the picture type (film or video source) of the current disc according to the disc information. Normally, select this option. IFILMI: select when playing back a film source disc. IVIDEO(NORMAL I: select when playing back a video source disc with relatively a few movements. IVIDEO(ACTIVE)}: select when playing back a video source disc with relatively a lot of movements. SCREEN SAVER You can set the screen saver function to ON or OFF. (See page Setting options ON, OFF

The player can play MP3/WMA and JPEG filles recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW disc. However, if a disc contains both MP 3/WMA and JPEG files, you can only play files of the type selected in this menu item, Setting options

IMP3&WMAÏ: when selected, only MP 3/WMA files can be played back. U PEGI: when selected, only JPEG files can be played back. [TV MODE: select if DVD VIDEO disc sound level is lower than TV program sound level. Thus you can hear sound at a lower volume clearly. OUTPUT LEVEL This setting allows you to attenuate the level oftthe signal output from the players analog AUDIO OUT terminals. Setting options STANDARD, LOW + Ifthe sound output from the speaker is distorted, select [LOW]. AUDIO menu

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT

To connect the players digital output to an external device equipped with a digital input, this item must be set correctiy. See “Appendix C: Digital output signal chart” on page 60 for details about the relation between the setting and output signals. Setting options PCM ONLY, DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM, STREAM/PCM [PCM ONLY}: select when you connectthe DIGITAL OUT jack of the player to the linear PCM digital input of other audio equipment. IDOLBY DIGITAL/PCM}: select when you connect the digital input of a Dolby Digital decoder or an amplifier with à built-in Dolby Digital decoder. When this option is selected, playing back a disc recorded by the MPEG Multichannel format outputs a linear PCM digital signal. ISTREAM/PCM}: select when you connect the digital input of an amplifier with a builtin DTS, MPEG Multichannel or Dolby Digital decoder, or the stand-alone unit of such a decoder. + With some DVD VIDEO discs that are not fully copy-protected, à 20 or 24 bit digital signal may be output. + A signal recorded with the 96 KHz or higher sampling frequency is output from the DIGITAL OUT jack with the 48 kHz sampling frequency. + When playing a DVD VIDEO or Audio CD disc with DTS, use a DTS decoder to get correct signals from your speakers.

To correctiy play the audio on a DVD VIDEO disc recorded with surround multichannel audio, you must set this item properly according to your audio system configuration (This function does not work when the 3D PHONIC function is activated.) Setting options

DOLBY SURROUND, STEREO

IDOLBY SURROUND)}: select when listening to multichannel surround audio with the players analog AUDIO OUT terminals connected to a surround decoder. ISTEREOJ: select when listening to conventional two-channel stereo audio with the players AUDIO OUT terminals connected to a stereo amplifier/receiver or television set, or in case you want to record the audio from a DVD VIDEO disc to MiniDisc, cassette, etc.

This setting provides optimal audio quality from the analog AUDIO OUT terminals for listening to DVD VIDEO discs recorded in Dolby Digital format, at low or middle volume: Setting options

WIDE RANGE, NORMAL, TV MODE

[WIDE RANGE: when selected, audio is played back with the widest dynamic range so that you can enjoy powerful playback sound. [NORMAL]: normall, select this option.

OTHERS menu RESUME You can selectthe resume playback mode. see page 38 and 39 for details about the resume playback function. Setting options

ON, OFF, DISC RESUME

IONI: when selected, the player can resume playback of the disc from the position where playback was last interrupted, if the disc_is stil in the disc tray. LOFFI: when selected, the resume function is deactivated. IDISC RESUME }: when selected, the player can resume playback of the last 30 discs played. The player retains à memory of the interrupted positions of the last 30 discs played, even though they have been removed from the disc tray.

The player can display “on-screen guide” icons or characters on the picture, which show what is happening to the disc orthe player. Example of “on-screen guide" icons: 2%, O}, C3 Setting options ON, OFF LION}: when selected, the on-screen guide is activated. AUTO STANDBY When the player is stopped for more than 30 minutes or 60 minutes, the player enters standby mode automatically Setting options 60, 30, OFF

This item is provided for use in the future. Leave it as the default setting (“DVD 1”). PARENTAL LOCK When this option is selected, pressing ENTER on the remote control unit brings up the PARE NTAL LOCK display shown below. This allows you to restrict children from playing DVD VIDEO discs. pan A Me 7, mu? firme + See page 57 for details aboutthe parental lock setting.

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Limiting playback by children This function restricts playback of DVD VIDEO discs which contain violent (and other) scenes according to the level set by the user. For example, if a movie which includes violent scenes supports the parental lock feature, such scenes which you do not want to let children view can be cut or replaced with other scenes. To set Parental Lock for the first time

AvIDEO 1 Bring up the OTHERS menu. 2 Press A/v to move K to select [PARENTAL LOCK]then press ENTER. The Parental Lock on-screen display appears on the TV screen. pan à mn © 7 3 While LS is pointing to [COUNTRY CODE], press ENTER to bring up the pull-down menu. 4 Press A/v to selectthe country code. Selectthe code ofthe country whose standards were used to rate the DVD VIDEO disc content. See “Appendix A: Country/Area code list for Parental Lock” on page 59 pu Ai © À, CORRE 5 Press ENTER. FS moves to [SET LEVEL]. 6 Press ENTER to bring up the pull-down menu. In the pull-down menu, [NONE ] and levels [8]to [1] are available. INONE] does not restrict playback. Level [1]is the strictest level. Discs rated higher than the selected level are restricted. peu Ai 0 7, Z Press A/v to select a desired parental lock level, then press ENTER. F$ moves to PASSWORDI. 8 Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter a 4-digit password. pan 4 me À, canne = er mr: rames ms

E pare 9 Press ENTER. The parental lock feature is set. ES moves to [EXIT]. Pressing ENTER again returns to the [OTHERS] menu of the preference display. Hint If you want to change the password at step 8, do it before pressing ENTER.

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FR moves to [EXIT]. Pressing ENTER again returns to the IOTHERS] menu ofthe preference display. If you enter the wrong password more than 3 times in step 3 above, F5 moves to [EXIT] automatically and A/w do not work. To temporarily release the Parental Lock DVD Qvineo Ithe parental level is set to à strict value, some discs may not play at all. When you insert such a disc and try to play it the following parental lock on-screen display appears on the TV screen, asking you whether you want the parental lock to be temporarily released or not. 1 Press À/v to move [LS to [TEMPORARY RELEASE], then press ENTER. To change the settings [ovo JuIDEO You can change the parental lock settings later. 1 Bring up the OTHERS menu. 2 Press A/v to move K to select [PARENTAL LOCK] and press ENTER. The parental lock on-screen display appears on the TV screen. mur 7, marne ucomneas 2 Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter your 4-digit password. The parental lock is released, and the player starts playback If you enter a wrong password, "WRONG!RETRY..." appears on the TV screen. Enter the correct password. When you enter the wrong password 3 times at step 2 above, F5 moves to [NOT RELEASE ] automatically and A/w do not work. 3 While DS is pointing to [PASSWORDI], press the numeric buttons to enter your current 4- digit password then press ENTER. [FS moves to [COUNTRY CODE] if you enter the correct password. If you enter a wrong password, 'WRONG!RETRY..." appears on the TV screen, and you cannot go to the next step. If you forget your password, enter “8888.” The current password is deleted and you can set a new password. 4% change the [COUNTRY CODE] or [SET LEVEL], press ENTER to bring up the associated pull-down menu when [& is pointing to the desired item. 5 Press À/v to selectthe desired option then press ENTER. If you change the country code, you must reselect the parental lock level 6 While LS is pointing to [PASSWORD], press the numeric buttons to enter a 4-digit password. The password entered in this step becomes the new password. f you want to keep the same password as before, enter the same password.

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5SL(B). book Page 61 Friday, February 14, 2003 3:36 PM XV-N55SL/LET0230-004A/English Additional information Appendix D: Glossary Aspect ratio A ratio which defnes the shape of the rectangular picture in a TV. Itis the width of the picture relative to the height. À conventional TV picture is 4:3 in aspect ratio. Bitstream The digital form of multichannel audio data (e.g., 5.1-channel) before it is decoded into its various channels. Chapterttitle Chapter is the smallest division and tite is the largest division on DVD VIDEO. A chapter is a division of a title and similar to a track for Video CD or Audio CD. Component video Video signals with three channels of separate information that makes up the picture. There are some types of component video, such as R/G/B and Y/Cs(Pe)/Ca(P 8) Composite video A single video signal commonly used in most consumer video products that contains all luminance, color, and synchronization information. Dolby Digital (AC 3) A six-channel system consisting of left, center, right, left rear, right rear and LFE (Low-Frequency Effect channel, for use with a sub-woofer) channels. All processing is done in the digital domain. Not all Dolby Digital discs contain six (5.1) channels of information. Dolby Surround/Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Surround records four channels of front and rear audio in two channels in à way that allows à decoder to recover the original four channels for playback. Because the audio is recorded in two channels, it can be played back naturally by à two-channel stereo system Dolby Pro Logic introduces directional circuits in decoder-side processing (increasing the level of specific channels and lowering the level of silent channels) for greater spatial perspective, and adds à center speaker used primarily for dialog. The result is enhanced channel separation. Down-mix Internal stereo mix of multichannel surround audio by à DVD player. The down-mix signals are output from stereo output connectors. DTS À Digital Surround audio encoding format configured with six (5.1) channels, similar to Dolby Digital. It requires a decoder, either in the player or in an external receiver. DTS stands for Digital Theater Systems. Not all DTS discs contain six (5.1) channels of information. Dynamic range The difference between the loudest and softest sounds JPEG À popular file format for still image compression and storage. JPEG stands for J oint Photographic Experts Group. There are three sub-types of the JPEG format as follows. + baseline J PEG: used for digital cameras, the web, etc. + progressive ] PEG: used for the web lossless JPEG: an old type, rarely used now Linear PCM audio PCM stands for “pulse code modulation." Linear PCM is the usual method for digitally encoding audio without compression, and is used for the audio tracks on DVD VIDEO discs, Audio CDs, etc. MP3 MP3 is an audio data compression format, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3. Using MP3, you can achieve a data reduction of about 1:10. MPEG A family of Standards for compressing audio-visual infromation. "MPEG" standards include MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4. Video CD and MP3 are based on MPEG-1, while DVD is based on MPEG-2. MPEG stands for Moving Picture coding Experts Group. MPEG Multichannel This feature expands the 5.1 channel audio format recorded on the disc to a 7.1 channel format. The further expansion ofthe 5.1 channel audio makes it easy for you to reproduce the movie theater experience in your own home. PAL (Phase Alternation by Line) A color television system format used extensively in Western Europe PBC PBC stands for ‘Playback control” and is a method of controlling disc play for Video CDs (VCD). You are able to interact with the disc through menus. RGB An abbreviation for Red, Green and Blue. Color monitors and color television sets display different hues by mixing these three colors. S-video A video signal which improves picture quality over standard composite connections. Used on Super VHS, DVD, high end TV monitors, etc. Track The smallest division on SVCD, Video CD and Audio CD discs. WMA WMA is an abbreviation of “Windows Media Audio,” and is an audio data compression format developed by Microsoft Corporation. Sound quality of data compressed using WMA is the same as that of MP3, though the WMA flle size is smaller than that of MP3.

CN 1 Operating other JVC products You can use the remote control to operate not only this receiver but also other JVC products. + Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. — Some JVC VCRS can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A" and “B”. This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.” + To operate other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. = VCR You can always perform the following operations: VCR Gy/I: Turn on or off the VCR. After pressing VCR (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the VCR. CHANNEL ++: Change the channel numbers on the VCR. 1-9, 0: Select the channel numbers on the VCR. Set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STE. eu Start playback. a - How ces cour CTER

You can always perform the following operations: Stop playback. Pause playback. To release it, press ». D»: Fast-wind a tape. << Rewind a tape. = STB You can always perform the following operations: STB O/l: Turn on or off the STB. After pressing STB (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the STB. CHANNEL +/-: Change the channel numbers on the STB. 1-9,0: Select the channel numbers on the STB. = DVD player You can always perform the following operations: DVD OI Turn on or off the DVD player. After setting the mode selector to “DVD” then pressing DVD (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the DVD Player. Start playback. Stop playback. Pause playback. To release it, press ». Skip to the beginning of the next chapter. 1: Return to the beginning of the current (or previous) chapter. MENU: Display or erase the menu screen Avi: Select an item on the menu screen. ENTER: Enter a selected item. TV Turn on or off the TV. TV VOL +7: Adjust the volume on the TV. TVNIDEO: Change the input mode (Video input and TV tuner) on the TV. After pressing TV (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the TV. CHANNEL +/-: Change the channel numbers. 1-9, 0, +10 (100+): Select the channel numbers. 10 (TV RETURN): Function as the TV RETURN button.

You can also use AUDIO, SUBTITILE, TITLE/GROUP, RETURN, ZOOM, VFP, +, ANGLE, REPEAT, DIMMER, 8D, and numeric buttons for operating JVC DVD player. See the instruction for the DVD player for details: 0822.18, 1:44 PM

Operating other manufacturers’ equipment By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the A Changing the transmittable signals for operating an remote control supplied for this unit to operate other STB manufacturers’ equipment. +_Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. 1 Press and hold STB ©? +_To operate those components with the remote control, first you 2 Press STB. need to set the manufacturers’ codes each for the STB, VCR, 3 Enter the manufacturer's code using buttons 1-9, andTV. and 0. + After replacing batteries of the remote control, setthe manufacturers’ codes again. 4 Release STB O/I. Now, you can perform the following operations on the STB. STB GE Turn on or off the STB. Set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB. After pressing STB (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the STB. CHANNEL +/-: Change the channel numbers on the re. STB AMEN cou EEE 1-9,0: Select the channel numbers on the STB 5 Try to operate your STB by pressing STB O/I. When your STB turns on or off, you have entered the correct code. more than one codes are listed for your brand of STB, try each one until the correct one is entered. Manufacturers’ codes for STB à Manufacturer Codes à ® Ac 01°, 02 ® AMSTRAD 03 — 06, 31 BT o1 CANAL STELLITE | 20 eIeiæis) CANAL + 20 ere) D-BOX 24 Sr) ECHOSTAR 17-19,21 oo FINLUX 11 eo FORCE 28 GALAXIS 27 Te GRUNDIG 07, 08 HIRSCHMANN __| 07, 17,37 @ © ITT NOKIA 11 Cie) JERROLD 16 2e KATHREIN 13, 14,34 LUXOR 1 MASCOM 32 MASPRO 13 NOKIA 24, 26,33 PACE 10,25, 31 PANASONIC T5 PHILIPS 09, 23 RFT 12 SABA 35 SAGEM 22,29 SALORA EE SELECTOR 29 SKYMASTER 12, 36 THOMSON 35 TPS 22 TRIAX 30 WISI 07 “Initial setting Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment. 63

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CN 1 Operating other manufacturers’ equipment Q Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCR 1 Press and hold VCR O/I. 2 Press VCR. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 —-9, and 0. 4 Release VCR O/I. Now, you can perform the following operations on the VCR. Q Changing the transmittable signals for operating a

1 Press and hold TV O/I 2 Press TV. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1-9, and 0. 4 Release TV O/ Now, you can perform the following operations on the TV. VCR O/I: Turn on or off the VCR. After pressing VOR (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the VCR. CHANNEL +/-: Change the channel numbers on the VCR. Select the channel numbers on the VCR. Start playback. Stop playback Pause playback. To release it, press

Fast-wind a tape. Rewind a tape. 5 Try to operate your VCR by pressing VCR O/I à When your VCR turns on or off, you have entered the 4 correct code. If more than one codes are listed for your brand of VCR, try each one until the correct one is entered. Manufacturers’ codes for VCR Manufacturer Codes JVC o1* AKAI 02, 36 BELL+HOWELL | 08,16 BLAUPUNKT 04 CGM 03, 05, 16 DAEWOO 34 DIGITAL 05 FISHER 03, 16 GE. 06 GRUNDIG 07 HITACHI 08, 09 LOEWE 05, 10,11 MAGNAVOX 04, 05 MITSUBISHI 12-15 NOKIA 16 NORDMENDE 17- 19,31 ORION 20 PANASONIC 21 PHILIPS 05, 22 PHONOLA 05 SABA 17-19, 23, 31 SAMSUNG 24, 25 SANYO 03, 16 SHARP 26, 27 SIEMENS 07 SONY 28 — 30,35 TELEFUNKEN 17-19, 31, 32 TOSHIBA 33

TV O/E Turn on or off the TV. TV VOL +: Adjust the volume. TV/VIDEO: Change the input mode (either TV or VIDEO) After pressing TV (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the TV. CHANNEL +/-: Change the channel numbers. 1-9,0: Select the channel numbers. 5 Try to operate your TV by pressing TV O/I. When your TV turns on or off, you have entered the correct code. If more than one codes are listed for your brand of TV, try each one until the correct one is entered. Manufacturers’ codes for TV Manufacturer Codes JVC o1* AKAI 02, 05 BLAUPANKT 03 DAEWOO 09, 30, 31 FENNER 04, 30, 31 FISHER 05 GRUNDIG 06 HITACHI 07, 08 IRRADIO 02, 05 MAGNAVOX 09 MITSUBISHI 10, 32 MIVER 03 NOKIA 11,33 NORDMENDE 12, 13, 17,25-27 ORION 14 PANASONIC 15, 16 PHILIPS 09 SABA 12, 13,17,25-27 SAMSUNG 09, 18, 31 SANYO 05 SCHNEIDER 02, 05 SHARP 19 SONY 20-24 TELEFUNKEN 12, 13, 17,25-27 THOMSON 12, 18,17, 25-27, 29 TOSHIBA 28 “Initial setting Manufacturers’ codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment. 082.18, 1:45 PM

CN 1 Troubleshooting Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there are any problems you cannot solve, contact your JVC’ service center. RX-ES1SL PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The power does not come on. The power cord is not plugged in. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. No sound from speakers. Speaker signal cables are not connected. Check speaker wiring and reconnect if necessary. An incorrect source is selected. Select the correct source. Muting is activated. Press MUTING to cancel the mute. An incorrect input mode (analogue or digital) is selected. Select the correct input mode (analogue or digital). Connections are incorrect. Check connections. TV Direct is activated. Deactivate TV Direct (see pages 13 and 20). Buttons cannot be used. TV Direct is activated. Deactivate TV Direct (see pages 13 and 20). Sound from one speaker only. The balance is set to one extreme. Adjust the balance properly (see page 21). The STANDBY lamp lights up after tuning on the power, but soon the unit turns off (into standby mode). Speakers are overloaded because of high volume.

1. Press STANDBY/ON O/1 on the front panel to turn

2. Stop the playback source.

8. Tu on the unit again, and adjust the volume.

Speakers are overloaded because of a short circuit at the speaker terminals. Check the speaker wiring. If speaker wiring is not short-circuited, contact your dealer. The unit is overloaded because of a high voltage. Consult your dealer after unplugging the power cord. “OVER HEAT” flashes on the display, then the unit is turned off. The unit is overheated because of high volume or long time usage. Turn on the unit again. If the unit turns off soon, consult your dealer after unplugging the power cord. Remote control does not operate as you intend. The remote control is not ready for your intended operation. Press a source selecting button or TONE first, then press the buttons you want to use. (See pages 21, 62, 63 and 64.) Remote control does not work. There is an obstruction hiding the remote sensor on the unit. Remove the obstruction. Batteries are weak. Replace batteries. The mode selector is set to the incorrect position. Set the mode selector to the proper position. Bass sound is reinforced too much when listening in stereo. Appropriate bass level is not selected. Adjust audio position level (see page 22). General

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Surround mode cannot be selected. Surround mode is not available on the Play not multi-channel software or 5 software being played back, or only the check the speaker setting. e front speakers are set for use.

© | DSP mode cannot be selected. DSP mode is not available on the Play back Linear PCM or analogue software or ä software being played back, or only the check the speaker setting. front speakers are set for use. Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM Incoming signal is too weak. Connect an outdoor FM antenna or contact your reception. dealer. The station is too far away. Select a new station. À An incorrect antenna is used. Check with your dealer to be sure you have the HI correct antenna. Antennas are not connected properly. Check connections. Occasional cracking noise during FM Ignition noise from automobiles. Move the antenna farther from automobile traffic. reception. When you use the digital coaxial connection, the sounds may be intermittentiy distorted by the outside noise such as a lightning discharge but they will restore automatically. This is not a malfunction.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

The power does not come on. Power plug is not inserted securely. Plug in securely. ë “REGION CODE ERROR!" is shown on Region code of the inserted disc does not Check the region code of the disc printed on the disc the TV screen. match the player. jacket. Operation is not possible. Microcomputer malfunction due to Turn off the power and unplug the power cord, then lightning or static electricity. connect the power cord again. Moisture condensation caused by a Turn off the power, then turn it on a few hours later. 5 sudden change of temperature or $ humidity. S Le] The disc does not allow the operation, or Check and replace the disc (see page 35). an unplayable disc is inserted. [LOCK] is displayed on the display When you press Æ while pressing down m The disc tray cannot be opened or closed in this window and the disc tray does not on the player in standby mode, the tray status. To release this status, press & while pressing open. lock function is activated. down m on the player in standby mode. Picture is noisy. The player is connected to a VCR directly Connect the player so that the picture signal flows and the copyguard function is activated. directly to the TV. With some discs, the picture may be Set [PICTURE SOURCE] to [VIDEO (NORMAL)] or à blurred when [PICTURE SOURCE] is set _ [VIDEO (ACTIVE)]. Ÿ to [FILM] or [AUTO]. Color and brightness do not display Multiple devices are connected using Connect only one cable to the connector you want to correctiy. multiple connectors: the SCART. use. g£ connector, the S-VIDEO connector and 3 composite connector. à Picture is colorless when connecting a VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR on the rear is Set the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR on the rear to TV to the composite video out jack of set to “Y/C." “RGB/COMP” the player. No picture is appears when connecting _ VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR on the rear is Set the VIDEO SIGNAL SELECTOR on the rear to a TV to the S-VIDEO output of the set to “RGB/COMP” “YIC" player. DVD VIDEO disc playback sound level [D.RANGE CONTROL] preference is set Set the [D.RANGE CONTROL] preference to [TV is lower than TV broadcast sound level. to other than [TV MODE]. MODE] (see page 56). ° Analog audio output is distorted. IOUTPUT LEVEL preference is setio Setthe [OUTPUT LEVEL] preference to[LOW] (see | 4 [STANDARD] page 56). No sound comes out. MP3/WMA disc is recorded with the It cannot be played. nn “packet writing (UDF format)." Files (tracks) are not played in the This player plays the files in the alphabetic order. £ recorded order. So, the playback order can vary. Ë WMA files cannot be played back. The file is copy protected. The player cannot play copy protected files. 5 The file is recorded with a bit rate under The player does not support such WMA files. 48 kbps.

CN 1 Specifications cations are subject to change without notice. | RX-ES1SL FM tuner CIHF) Output Power At stereo operation: Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, both channels driven into 8 Q at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. (IEC268-3) At surround operation: Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Q at 1 KHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. 100 W, min. RMS, driven into 8 Q at 1 kHz, with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Surround channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Q at 1 KHz, with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Center channel: Audio Audio Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz): DVD, DVD MULTI, STB, VCR, TV: 260 mV/47 kQ Audio Input (DIGITAL IN)" : Coaxial: DIGITAL 1 (DVD): Optical: DIGITAL 2/3 (STB/TV): —21 dBm to -15 dBm (660 nm +30 nm)

• Corresponding to Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS Digital

Tuning Range: 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 17.0 dB (1.95 uV/75 Q) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: 21.3 dBf (3.2 LV/75 Q) Stereo: 41.3 dBf (81.5 uV/75 Q) Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz AM (MW) tuner Tuning Range: MW: 522 kHz to 1 629 kHz General AC 230V\, 50 Hz 105 W (at operation) 2 W (in standby mode) 435 mm x 69.5 mm x 330.5 mm

Power Requirements: Power Consumption: Dimensions (W x H x D): Mass: 08.34, 5:56 PM

Specifications General Audio characteristics Readable discs: DVD VIDEO, DVD-R (Video format), DVD- Frequency response RW (Video format), +AW (Video format), CD (sampling frequency 44.1 kHz): 2 Hz to 20 KHz SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD (CD-DA), MPS/ DVD (sampling frequency 48 kHz): _ 2 Hz to 22 kHz WMA format, JPEG, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, (4 Hz to 20 kHz for DTS and Dolby Digital bitstream signals) SVCD, Video CD, MP3/WMA format, JPEG) DVD (sampling frequency 96 kHz): _ 2 Hz to 44 kHz Video format: PAL 1960 former Dynamic range: 16 bit: More than 98 dB 20/24 bit: More than 100 dB Wow and flutter: … Unmeasurable (less than + 0.002%) Other Power requirements: Total harmonic distortion: ‘AC 230 V A, 50 Hz less than 0.006% Power consumption: | eu 12 W (POWER ON) + Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby

0.7 W (STANDEY mode) and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

+ Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Mass: 2tke “DTS" and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Dimensions (W X H X D) : 435 mm X 45 mm X 270.5 mm Video outputs & VIDEO OUT (pin jack):

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): —21 dBm to -15 dBm (peak)