Audiovox DVD1500 User Manual
Article Nr. 25070PD2580090
128-5930
Portable
DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD
Player
Owner’s Manual
DVD1500
1-800-645-4994
Customer Service
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION - PLEASE READ FIRST
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Head all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with a damp cloth.
6. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in ac-
cordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.
The wide blade is provided for your safety . When the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the DVD.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this DVD during lighting storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the DVD has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the DVD, the DVD has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally , or has
been dropped.
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WARNING SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
This owner’s manual employs four different symbols to indicate the different types of warning message:
indicates a warning or notice regarding product operation.
indicates to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions.
indicates of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure.
The double-square symbol indicates a classification of IEC 417 No.5172, to identify equipment meeting the safety requirements of DOUBLE INSULA TION specified for Class II equipment. It can in no way be confused with the manufacturer’s
name or other identifications.
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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION - PLEASE READ FIRST
LASER EMISSIONS WARNING
This product is fitted with a laser-emitting device. Make
sure the device is shut down prior to opening player lid.
Please follow the following precautions when operating.
Failure to do so may result in fire, personal injury, or
equipment damage.
1. Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures other than as specified in the DVD drive
installation guide.
2. Only an authorized service technician should effect
repairs.
3. All DVD-equipped systems comply with appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The installed
laser device complies with Class 1 government laser
performance standards. This laser device does not emit
hazardous light and is fully enclosed during user operation and maintenance.
OUTDOOR USE WARNING
T o reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
USING AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE
This product is sold with a power cord appropriate for
accessing an external power source. Make sure to use
only an appropriate external power source, as indicated
on the electricity ratings label. If you are unsure regarding the type of power source in your area, consult an authorized service provider or the local power company.
Refer to enclosed operating instructions for instructions
regarding using batteries with this product.
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BA TTERY W ARNING
LASER BEAM WARNING
The DVD player uses a NiMH battery pack as an
optional item. If handled improperly , this battery pack
poses a risk of fire or burns. Do not disassemble,
crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose
of the battery pack in fire or water. Do not attempt to
open or service the battery pack. Replace only with
a battery pack designed specifically for this product.
Discard spent batteries in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.
A TTENTION
Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec
une batterie du même type ou d’un type
recommandé par le constructer. Mettre au rébut les
batteries usagées conform ément aux instructions
du fabricant.
CAUTION - Laser radiation when open and interlock defeated. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
USE AN APPROVED POWER CORD
If a power cord was not included with your purchase or you have lost the power cord, you should
purchase a power cord approved for use in your
country and properly rated for product voltage and
current requirements (refer to product electrical
rating label). The power cord voltage and current
rating should be greater than said ratings for the
product. Furthermore, power cord wire must be a
minimum 0.75mm2 /18AWG with a recommended
length between 5 and 6.5 feet (1.5 to 2 meters).
Contact your authorized service provider regarding further questions about power cord selection
and use.
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CAUTIONS REGARDING DVD PLA YER
Do not move the player during playback
During playback, the disc spins at high speed, so do not
lift or move the player. Doing so may damage the disc.
When transporting the player
Be sure to remove the disc and close the lid when transporting the player.
Also slide the power switch to the “OFF” position to turn
off the power , then unplug the power cord once “OFF” on
the display window appears. Transporting the player with
a disc loaded may result in damage.
Place of installation
Select a stable place near the TV or stereo system to
which you are going to connect the player.
Do not place the player on top of a TV or color monitor.
Install the player away from cassette decks or other devices, which are easily affected by magnetic forces.
Do not place objects on top of the player
Do not place any objects on top of the player.
Turn off the power when not using the player
Depending on the TV reception conditions, stripes may
appear on the TV screen when the TV is turned on while
the player’s power is on. This is not a malfunction of the
player or the TV . If this should happen, turn off the player’s
power. Noise may also be generated in the sound of a
radio when the player’s power is on.
Special note regarding use of player in vehicles
We strongly advise against using the player while driving.
Most countries and states have laws, which prohibit or
severely restrict the use of the player in vehicles while
driving.
Do not leave the player or the battery pack in places where
the temperature is extremely low or extremely high, such
as inside the passenger cabin or trunk in midsummer.
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Doing so may warp the outer case or reduce the performance or quality of the battery pack.
When carrying on planes
Heed the airline company’s rules.
When carrying in hospitals
Heed the hospital’s rules.
“Dolby”, “AC-3” and the double-D logo (
marks of the Dolby Sound Laboratory (USA). Confidential unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. Manufactured
under license from Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater
System (USA).
) are trade-
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.
It’s forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show,
broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission. DVD video
discs are copy protected, and any recordings made
from these discs will be distorted.
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NOTE
Copy Guard Protection:
When the DVD player audio/video output is plugged into
the A/V input jacks of a Video Cassette Recorder (VCR)
using the audio/video cables, (red, white and yellow
RCA jacks) poor picture quality may result (i.e. screen
on TV getting brighter and dimmer) due to Macrovision
copy guard protection contained on some DVD discs.
NOTE
When the DVD player is used with the battery as a
power source, ensure that the battery has been charged
for at least eight hours prior to connecting it to the DVD
player. In certain situations connecting a low charged
battery to the DVD player can result in a lock up of the
DVD player Controls. If this occurs, unplug the battery
from the DVD player and let the unit sit for 10 minutes
before plugging into the AC Adapter or connecting a
fully charged battery.
NTSC/P AL V iewing Area Standards
This player was configured to meet the
broadcasting standard used in your country or area while in the factory . Under normal conditions, you need not adjust the
P AL / NTSC setting. Most of Asia (excluding China) and the Americas use the
NTSC broadcasting standard. Europe, Japan, and China / Hong Kong use the P AL
broadcasting standard. If you use this
product in an area using a standard different from your own, simply turn off the
power, select the appropriate NTSC/PAL
setting on the back of the player, then turn
back on the power. V iewing disc programs
on hook up TVs with different broadcasting standard will yield
poor image quality.
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Thank Y ou!
We appreciate your purchase of the portable DVD player. This product incorporates the latest digital audio / video (AV) technologies to give you the
ultimate in listening and viewing pleasure. Before use, may we recommend
you familiarize yourself with this owner manual. The manual discusses player
operation, the use of remote controller, system setup and player maintenance. If you are interested in a specific topic(s), please refer to the index
on the next page. For quick start of using this player and gaining fundamental operating information about this player , you can refer to page 14 - Quick
Starting Guide.
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T able of Contents:
1 Thank You!...................................................................10
2 Check Inventory........................................................... 12
3 Quick Starting Guide.................................................... 14
4 Player Functions .......................................................... 18
5 Player Controls ............................................................20
6 Remote Control Buttons ..............................................36
7 System Setup .............................................................. 50
8 Changing Setting During Play ..................................... 62
9 Programmed Play ........................................................ 70
10 Connecting A V Peripherals.......................................... 72
11 Setting the Password and Rating ................................ 78
12 Rechargeable Battery Installation and Use ................. 82
13 User Precautions and Simple Maintenance ................ 86
14 Specifications............................................................... 89
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2 Check Inventory
Items Supplied
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Check Inventory
Before using the DVD player, please
make sure that you received all the
following items, in good order, with
your purchase. Some of the following
items may not come standard with
your player or be offered for optional
purchase. Please contact your authorized retailer service regarding any
questions.
1. DVD Player - one
2. AC/DC Power Adapter - one
3. Digital Audio Signal Cable - one
4. AV Signal Cable - one
5. Power Cord - one
6. Wireless Remote Control - one
7. AAA Batteries for Remote Control - two
8. Owner Manual - one
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Items Supplied (Continued)
9. Rechargeable NiMH Battery
10. Car Power Adapter
11. S-Video Signal Cable
12. Stereo Earphones
Optional Item
1. Carrying Bag
2 Check Inventory
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3 Quick Starting Guide
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Quick Starting Guide
If you plan to power this DVD player using batteries, please first refer to page 82 of this manual.
1. Connecting to an External Power Source
Connect the power cord (provided with the player) to the side input plug and
to a wall outlet. The use of any other power supply device may result in
unstable voltage or power spikes that could damage the player. Do not use
the provided power cord with any other device. The transformer on the end
of the power cord will feel slightly warm during player operation or when
plugged into a socket. When player is not in use, always unplug the transformer from the power source.
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3 Quick Starting Guide
2. Press the OPEN Button To Open the Protective
Cover
The cover opens to a maximum 135° only. The player’s liquid crystal display (LCD) is located on the cover’s reverse side. Take care
not to scratch or mar the screen with sharp objects. Close the cover
when the player is not in use.
3. Press the OPEN Button To Open the Internal CD
Player Cover .
Do not press the OPEN button during player operation. During
play , first press the STOP
CD cover. Never look directly at the laser-emitting device while the
CD player cover is open. Doing so could result in eye damage
caused by the laser light.
button to cease play and then open the
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4. Inserting a DVD Disc
Align the center of the DVD disc with the center hole of the DVD player.
Press gently down on the DVD to snap the disc into place. Close the CD
player cover. Make sure that the laser-emitting device is never bumped or
contaminated by dust, etc. Try to keep the CD player cover closed as much
as possible to seal internal components from outside contamination.
5. Slide the Side Power Switch ON
At the left side of the unit, position the POWER slide switch to the ON/OFF
position. This switch is spring-loaded and will return to the center position
after it is released. Positioning the slide switch once again in the same
direction will turn power OFF.
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6. Press the PLAY button on the player face
In most cases, the DVD already inserted into the player will begin playing
automatically when power is turned on. If you insert a DVD (and close the
CD player cover) after turning on the power, the DVD should also begin play
automatically. To stop play, press the STOP
turn off player power as well.
After pressing the STOP button, unless the power is also disabled,
the loaded disc should continue spinning.
You are now ready to sit back and enjoy a
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T o stop play at any time, press the STOP button. Sliding the POWER button to ON/OFF will then shut down
the power supply . Finally , return the protective cover to
the closed position.
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4 Player Functions
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Player Functions
Multiple DVD Format Compatibility
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The player can play the following disc formats - DVD, SVCD (Super VCD), VCD,
and music CD. The player automatically recognizes the appropriate format so all
you need do is put in the disc, sit back, and enjoy.
Large Active Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen
2
The player comes with an onboard 5.8-inch large format LCD screen. The screen
affords high-resolution, low glare, zero radiation emissions, and high clarity. Further, the screen supports a 16:9 display format - compatible with that used by the
most advanced DVD output. The RGB true color display delivers accurate and rich
on-screen images.
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Onboard Stereo Speakers and Earphone Plug
3
Two onboard speakers allow you to enjoy the player without cumbersome add-ons.
Plug in your earphones to tap into high clarity sound or to enjoy a program without
bothering those around you. The earphone plug onboard is an industry standard
3.5mm, compatible with all the best earphones available in the market.
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Digital Signal Output
4
The player can output in full digital, allowing full enjoyment from DVDs with surround sound or DTS when the player is connected into an amplifier with digital
decoding capability. The result, 5.1 channel, theater sound, is on par with the best
movie theaters.
Broad Signal I/O Capabilities
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Through the AV plug, the player can output to a broad spectrum of devices including television monitors, amplifiers, tape recorders, and video projectors. Similarly,
the player can receive signals from an array of devices including VCRs, video cameras, and even amplifiers for broadcast over its internal speakers, earphones, and
LCD monitor.
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Automatic Power Saving Design
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On battery power, when your player power has been shut off for over 10 seconds
the DVD uses it’s power saving design. While the power used in this mode is minute,
it is still sufficient to keep the player on active standby , ready start immediately upon
power on. Please refer to page 31 for further information.
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5 Player Controls (1)
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Active Liquid Crystal Display
1
This player is equipped with a 5.8-inch, 16:9, nonradiation emitting large screen TFT panel. The display delivers colors that are sharp and vivid.
Player Controls (1)
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3
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SETUP Button
2
While the player is in stop mode, press the SETUP
button (below the screen or on the remote control)
to bring up and manipulate various user variables
1
5
on screen. For remote control manipulation, please
refer to page 41. Once completed, press SETUP
once again to close out the setup screen.
BRIGHTNESS Button
3
Pressing on the BRIGHTNESS buttons allow you
to control the brightness level of the LCD screen.
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COLOR Button
4
Pressing the COLOR button will allow you to slightly
adjust the on-screen color balance.
DISPLA Y MODE Button
5
Pressing the DISPLA Y MODE button will cause the
screen to display screen size ratio information. Y ou
may choose between 16:9 display, normal display,
expand from center, and off. Continuing to press
several times on the DISPLAY MODE button will
cycle you through the choices. The default value is
16:9.
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Player Controls (2)
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2
3
4
ENTER Button and Direction Buttons
1
The ENTER button has two functions, namely con-
firming selections within setup mode (please refer
to page 50, SYSTEM SETUP) and confirming a title
selection after pressing the TITLE button and scrolling through the choices (please refer to the next
section). The ENTER button is also available on
the remote control. Refer to page 42 for relevant
instructions.
RETURN Button
2
After pressing SETUP and making relevant selections within this mode, press RETURN to return to
the next highest level within the mode. The RETURN
button is also available on the remote control. Refer to page 40 for relevant instructions.
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MENU Button
3
The vast majority of DVDs are designed to permit
users to choose from various chapters or sections.
Pressing the MENU button will allow you access to
the menu screen containing the choices of available chapters/sections on the DVD. Scroll around
the menu using the
on previous page) to choose the desired selection),
then press ENTER to confirm. Some DVDs come
with several levels of selection options. Follow onscreen instructions and select the desired item. This
button is also available on the remote control. Refer to page 41 for relevant instructions.
Pressing the MENU button for more than one
second, the system will bring up the “ON
SCREEN DISPLAY” menu, and allow you to
make many viewing choices. Please refer to
page 62 for more control details.
, , and buttons (see 1
TITLE Button
4
While in play, the DVD player will operate interactively with the installed DVD. Pressing the TITLE
button during play of some discs will result in the
name of the title being displayed. However, on some
others, pressing TITLE will cause the main menu
or publisher’s name to be displayed. Regardless of
the display, follow subsequent on-screen instructions regarding buttons to be pushed next. The
TITLE button is also available on the remote control. Refer to page 40 for relevant instructions.
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Player Controls (3)
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2
3
4
FAST FOR W ARD and REVERSE Buttons
1
When playing back DVD, VCD, or SVCD, press the
FAST FORWARD (
at 2x the normal output speed. Press the button
again to fast forward at 4x normal output speed and
press three times to fast forward at 8x normal output speed. There is no need to continually press
the button to continue this function.
When playing back DVD, VCD, or SVCD, press the
REVERSE (
) button once to reverse 4x the nor-
) button once to fast forward
mal output speed. Press the button again to reverse
at 8x normal output speed. There is no need to continually press the button to continue this function.
Pressing and holding the FAST FOR WARD or
REVERSE button for more than one second
will force the player to jump to the next or previous track. In other words, these two keys can
function like the NEXT ( ) and PREV ( )
keys on the remote control. See page 46 for
more details.
STOP Button
2
Press the STOP ( ) button will stop play, although
the disc will remain in motion. Pressing the PLAY
( ) button soon after pressing STOP will cause the
player to pick up at the place just left off (i.e., memory
play). Pressing the STOP ( ) button twice in a row
will cause play to cease and the memory play function to be disabled. This button is also available on
the remote control. Refer to page 43 for relevant
instructions.
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As the disc continues to spin even after the button is pressed, please mind power consumption if
your player is running on batteries.
P AUSE Button
3
Pressing the PAUSE ( ) button will pause play. If a
music CD is paused, the music will temporarily stop.
If a video disc is played the screen will temporarily
freeze. Pressing the PLA Y button (
media to normal play. While paused, the disc will
still rotate but, as there are no contact parts, you
need not worry that an extended pause will cause
damage to the disc as happens with conventional
magnetic music tape. However, do remember that
while in pause, the player is still drawing the same
amount of power as in play mode. This button is
also available on the remote control. Refer to page
43 for relevant instructions.
)will restore the
PLA Y Button
4
Pressing the PLAY (
the disc installed in your player. This button is also
available on the remote control. Refer to page 43
for relevant instructions.
) button will immediately play
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Player Controls (4)
1 2
V olume Control Knob
1
This knob is used to control output volume to both
the speaker and earphones.
T ake care not to have the volume up too high while
listening with earphones to protect your hearing and
to prevent a distraction while performing other
tasks. When audio is routed to other devices, the
volume control no longer functions and volume
adjustment must be assumed by a secondary device (such as an amplifier).
Earphone Jack
2
The earphone jack on the player accepts any 3.5
mm standard earphone plug and delivers high quality sound. You can choose any standard 3.5 mm
stereo earphone which can easily be found on the
market (or by attaching a 3.5 mm to 5 mm phone
jack converter, you can enjoy even higher audio
quality using large, professional earphones.)
The player’s speakers will be automatically disabled
once earphones have been plugged in. Prior to
removing earphones, please first check to make
sure the volume level is low enough to prevent unnecessary shock to the speakers and people
around you as well.
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Player Controls (5)
1
A V Signal Jacks
1
The player accepts input signals(refer to item 2, following) and provides output signals through the A V
signal jacks.
When IN is selected (left) on the INPUT SELECT
switch,the player is ready to accept signal inputs
from an outside source. When OUT is selected
(right), data may be sent to a variety of devices in-
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cluding television, amplifier, VCR, tape recorder, video
camera, laser disc player, and so on. Even with the output enabled, the player will continue to display video on
its screen and broadcast sound from its speakers.
NOTE
Copy Guard Protection:
When the DVD player audio/video output is plugged into the A/V
input jacks of a Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) using the audio/
video cables, (red, white and yellow RCA jacks) poor picture
quality may result (i.e. screen on TV getting brighter and dimmer) due to Macrovision copy guard protection contained on
some DVD discs.
In IN mode, the player will accept inputs from the above
mentioned devices for broadcast on its onboard LCD
screen and speakers. Input signals are given precedence
over any disc currently running on the player.
Please note when installing the AV wires that the white
wire is designated for the left speaker, red wire for the
right speaker, and yellow wire for the video signal.Correct
installation at both ends will ensure proper video and audio replication on the DVD player.
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