AWA DV900 User's Manual

DV-900

DVD PLA

YER

Instruction manual

Please read this manual carefully before connecting your DVD and operating it for the first time. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .... 2

FEATURES ............................................. 5

ABOUT DISC ......................................... 6

BEFORE OPERATION............................. 8

PREPARATIONS BEFORE OPERATION. 10

Front Panel ..................................................... 10

Rear Panel ...................................................... 11

VFD................................................................. 12

Names and Layout of Remote Controls ......... 13

CONNECTIONS ................................... 14

BASIC OPERATIONS............................ 15

Play Discs ....................................................... 15

System Setting................................................ 16

V-Mode .......................................................... 16

Display............................................................ 17

Fast Play ......................................................... 18

Slow Play........................................................ 18

Pause/ Step..................................................... 18

Select Audio Language................................... 19

Select Channels .............................................. 19

Selecting 3D Audio ......................................... 19

PLAYING A DESIRED SCENE............... 20

To skip scenes in a disc................................... 20

Directly moving to a desired title (DVD) ......... 20

Playing a disc containing MP3 files ................ 21

Repeat Play .................................................... 21

Repeating a defined period from A to B (DVD)

.. 22

Select a Subtitle Language ............................. 22

GoTo a Desired section....................................23

PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS.......... 24

Select Angle.................................................... 24

Zoom Play....................................................... 24

Book Mark...................................................... 24

Program Play (some disc) ............................... 25

Program Play (CD) .......................................... 25

Program Play (MP3).........................................26

Digest Play (some disc)................................... 27

Digest Play (CD).............................................. 27

JPEG mode ......................................................28

FUNCTION SETTING ........................... 30

Menu Setting.................................................. 30

Language........................................................ 32

Video .............................................................. 33

Audio ............................................................. 34

Others..............................................................35

OTHERS............................................... 36

Troubleshooting ............................................. 36

Technical Specifications.................................. 37

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

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

IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS

• LASER : This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this

product please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location - see service procedure.

Use of control adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated. DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM.

• DANGER : Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

• CAUTION : Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION: Any changes or modification in construction of this device which are not

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ATTENTION: KEEPING THE STATUS OF STOP MORE THAN 5 MINUTES ENTERS SCREEN SAVE MODE. WHEN

THE SCREEN SAVE MODE IS KEPT MORE THAN AN HOUR, THE SET ENTERS STAND-BY MODE.

MACROVISION

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility, too. This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operation and using your video product..

Installation

1 Read and Follow Instructions - All the

safety and operation instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating instructions.

2 Retain Instructions - The safety and

operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3 Heed all Warnings - Comply with all

warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.

4 Power Sources- This video product should

be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

5 Overloading- Do not overload wall outlets

or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous, They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicated damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

6 Power-Cord Protection- Power-supply

cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the video product.

7 Ventilation- Slots and openings in the case

are provided for ventilation overheating. These openings must not the blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a book case or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer's instructions have been followed.

8 Attachments- Do not use attachments

unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

9 Water and Moisture- do not use this video

product near water for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear safety certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

10 Accessories- Do not place this video

product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the video product. Use this video product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer's or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions and use of a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11 A video product and cart combination

should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product and cart combination to overturn.

12 Power Lines-An outside antenna system

should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

USE 13 Cleaning- Unplug this video product from

the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

14 Objects that may touch dangerous voltage

points or "short-out" parts could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.

15 Lightning-For added protection for this

video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and

power line surges. Service 16 Servicing-Do not attempt to service this

video product yourself, as opening or

removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer

all servicing to qualified service

personnel. 17 Conditions Requiring Service-Unplug this

video product from the wall outlet and

refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects

have fallen into the video product.

C. If the video product has been exposed

to rain or water.

D. If the video does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.

E. If the video product has been dropped

or cabinet has been damaged.

F. When the video product exhibits a

distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service.

18 Replacement Parts-When replacement

parts are required, have the servicetechnician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19 Safety Check-Upon completion of any

service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.

20 Wall or Ceiling Mounting- The product

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

21 Heat-The product should be situated away

from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that products heat.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

FEATURES

OUTSTANDING SOUND QUALITY

Dolby Digital system developed by Dolby Laboratories and DTS developed by DTS Inc., features high quality surround sound which can be played in DVD or CD disc at home, to reproduce high quality sound effects.

HIGH DEFINITION

The unit adopts MPEG2 coding format and brings the high horizontal resolution.

UNIQUE FUNCTIONS

Multi-angle and multi-language bring unique trick functions. Parent lock makes it easy to control the content of discs.

SCREEN

Ordinary screen and wide screen (16:9) are available.

COMPATIBILITY

The unit can play DVD-video discs, and is compatible with CD, CD-G, CD-R, CD-RW, PIC-CD, MP3 discs also can do DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW of video format.

ZOOM

It can enlarge pictures.

MULTI-FUNCTIONS

Fast forward, fast reverse, forward and reverse slow, frame play, repeat play and program play.

TIME SEARCH

It can search a specific part on a disc, especially good for watching fiction movies.

RESUME PLAY

It can memorize the position where the disc is stopped and resume playback.

VIDEO OUTPUT

Standard video, S-video, Component (progressive, interlace) video output mode

AUDIO OUTPUT

Analog audio output, coaxial and optical digital audio output, can be connected with the appropriate amplifier to enjoy high-quality sound effects.

ABOUT DISC

PRINCIPLES FOR WRITING

PLAYABLE DISCS

This manual mainly introduces how to use buttons on the remote control. You may operate the unit if the buttons on the unit have the same or similar names as or to those on the remote control.

• DVD and Audio CD

Disc type Playable Restriction

DVD-video Possible Region number 4 or Region number All

CD Possible PCM or DTS digital out CD-G Possible Audio/Graphic playback CD-R Possible CD/ MP3

CD-RW Possible CD/ MP3

DVD-R Possible DVD video

DVD-RAM impossible

DVD-RW Possible DVD video

DVD+RW Possible DVD video

JPEG Possible Total disc capacity: over 4M, Each file : under 1M

CD/ MP3 Possible Windows format only

TITLE

The images or music of a DVD are divided into some units, among which title is the biggest one. When playing a DVD, the movie is the title. When playing a CD, the combined tracks make up the title.

CHAPTER

It is smaller than title among the units of a DVD. A title is made up of several chapters , and each chapter has a number for search. But some discs may not have numbered chapters.

STRUCTURE OF DVD STRUCTURE OF CD

DISC

TITLE

CHAPTER

DISC

TRACK

ABOUT DISC

TRACK

In a CD, each track has a number to enable search functions.

REGION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION

This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management information that is recorded on a DVD disc. The region number of this player is “4”. If the region number described on the DVD discs does not correspond to the Region number of this player, the player will not play this disc. This player will play DVD discs made for “ALL” regions. Therefore, this player will play DVD discs marked with labels containing the region number “4” or “ALL”.

(Region 4) (Region ALL)

SCENE

The menu pictures, motion and motionless pictures of a CD can be divided into some parts, these parts are scenes. Each scene has a number for search.

BEFORE OPERATION

SECURITY

• Before operation, check if the voltage of the unit is in line with the local voltage.

• Hold the plug to disconnect it from the mains outlet. Do not pull the power cord.

• When the plug of the unit is connected to the mains outlet , the unit will be still connected to AC even if the power is turned off.

• Disconnect the plug as soon as liquid or objects enter the unit. The unit can not be used until being checked by experts.

• Do not open the cabinet as laser rays employed by the unit may damage eyes. Any servicing should be done by qualified service personnel.

PLACEMENT

• Put the unit where ventilation is good enough to prevent overheating.

• Never put the unit in direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• Put the unit horizontally, never put any heavy object on the unit.

• To protect the pickup, do not put the unit where there is dust. If there is dust on the pickup, use a cleaning disc to clean it. Paying particular attention to the operating instructions of the cleaning disc.

CONDENSATION

Moisture will appear on the pickup lens in the following cases:

• The unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place.

• The unit is put in a room with a heater, or in cold air from an air-conditioner.

• Using the unit in a humid place. In these cases, the unit can not work. Unload the disc and leave the unit on for about one hour to evaporate the moisture.

CLEANING

• Use a soft cloth with a little neutral detergent to wipe the cabinet, panel and controls.

Never use abrasive paper, polishing powder, solvent like alcohol or gasoline.

HANDLING DISC

CLEANING DISC

• To keep the disc clean, do not touch the playsides of the disc.

• Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.

• Keep the disc away from direct sunlight or heat sources.

• Store the disc in a disc case after playback.

• Before playback, wipe the disc outward from the centre with clean cloth.

• Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray.

BEFORE OPERATION

CHECK ACCESSORIES

USE REMOTE CONTROL

Check if you have all the accessories after the carton is opened.

1 Open the battery compartment. 2 Insert two AAA batteries, make sure to match "+" and "-" of the batteries to

the marks in the battery compartment. 3 Close the battery compartment. 4 Point the remote control at the remote sensor.

Remote control

AAA batteries

Video/Audio cord

Instruction manual

1. Batteries can last for about 6 months generally. Change the batteries of that does not work.

2. If the remote control is not used for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent battery leakage.

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Note:

PREPARATIONS BEFORE OPERATION

FRONT PANEL

! STANDBY/ON button

To switch the unit On or Off when connected to AC power outlet

@ OPEN/CLOSE button

To open or close the disc tray.

# PLAY button

To play the loaded disc. Press this button to go to the preferred item when the menu is displayed on the TV screen.

$ PREV button

To skip back from the current chapter or track.

% NEXT button

To skip forward to the next chapter or track.

^ STOP & REMOTE SENSOR

Receives a light signal from the remote control.

* DISPLAY

Displays operation status

! * @ # $ % ^

PREPARATIONS BEFORE OPERATION

REAR PANEL

! AUDIO OUT (L/R TRACK)

Two phono sockets for analogue 2 Channel audio in order to a TV or stereo amplifier.

@ VIDEO OUT

Connects composite video signal to input AV or PHONO sockets of TV or monitor to achieve high fidelity colour reproduction.

# COMPONENT (Y.Pb.Pr)

Connects to TV or monitor equipped with Component input . In order to achieve a sharper and cleaner picture than when connected via VIDEO OUT (composite video).

$ POWER SUPPLY SOCKET WIRE

Creates POWER between wall outlet and the unit.

% DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL OUT

Connects digital audio under play mode into an AV amplifier or a receiver equipped with digital audio decoder for you to enjoy the theatre-quality sound in your home.

^ S-VIDEO OUTPUT

Connects to TV or monitor equipped with S-VIDEO input. In order to achieve a sharper and cleaner picture than when connected via VIDEO OUT (composite video).

& DIGITAL AUDIO COAXIAL OUT

Connects digital audio under play mode into an AV amplifier or a receiver equipped with digital audio decoder for you to enjoy the theatre-quality sound in your home.

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