Please make sure that the items shown below are included in the
package. Should an item be missing, please contact the local retailer
from which you purchased this product.
Coby DVD938 Main Unit1.
Satellite Speakers (x4)2.
Center Speaker (x1)3.
Subwoofer Speaker (x1)4.
Remote Control5.
AM Loop Antenna6.
FM Wire Antenna7.
AV Cable8.
Speaker Cables9.
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Features
Thank you for purchasing a Coby Home Theater System! Please read
this manual carefully before connection and operation and keep it for
future reference.
This DVD player is a new generation home player that can produce
high-quality video and audio for your continued enjoyment.
Built in digital audio decoders (Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG, etc.)
High-delity kHz/bit audio digital signal processor
Coaxial digital audio output
Playback support from USB drives and SD memory cards
Compatible with DVD, CD, CD+G, and JPEG discs
Full function remote control
AM/FM stereo tuning system
High-quality integrated amplier
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About Optical Discs
Disc Requirements
This DVD player supports playback of the following media types and
discs.
Typ eDisc MarkContent Type
DVDAudio + Video
CDAudio
JPEGStill Picture
CD + GAudio + Graphics
This unit can play back optical discs or memory cards that contain digital
media les, MPEG-, or JPEG les. Discs and media types not listed
above are not supported by this unit (e.g., PC CD-ROM, CD-Extra, CD-I,
etc.)
DVD Features
Each DVD disc contains features that may vary depending upon the
production of the disc. Some of the icons you may see that represent
these features are shown below.
Number of Audio Tracks
Number of Subtitles
Angle Indicator
Screen Format (Aspect Ratio)
Zoom
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About Optical Discs
Some of the DVD features enabled by this player depend on
how the DVD was produced. Some features may not be enabled
DVD Region Codes
DVD discs and DVD players are manufactured under a compulsory
worldwide agreement, the DVD Regional Code System. DVD players
will only operate with DVD discs encoded with the same corresponding Regional Code.
if the disc does not support the feature, or it may require special
settings. Check the features printed on the DVD package or follow the instructions found on the disc’s on-screen menu.
Region
Code
1Canada, USA
2Europe (including Poland, Romania, Czech Republic), Japan, Middle East (includ-
ing Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iran, South Africa)
3East Asia (including Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea), Southeast Asia
4Australia, Caribbean, Central America, South America, Mexico, New Zealand
5Africa, the former Soviet Union, India, North Korea, Pakistan, Turkmenistan
6China
Region
Disc Care and Maintenance
Optical discs (DVDs, CDs) contain high-density compressed data and
need proper handling.
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About Optical Discs
Handling a Disc
Hold a DVD/CD by its edges. Avoid touching the recorded side of
the disc. To remove a DVD/CD from its storage case, press down on
the center retention mechanism of the case and lift the disc out.
Do not bend or press discs.
Do not subject discs to prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity, or high temperatures.
To reduce the risk of scratches, always put discs back in their case
after use. Store discs vertically in a cabinet.
Do not place stickers or labels on either side of a disc.
Cleaning a Disc
Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe o any ngerprints and dusts from the
playing surface of the disc. Wipe in a straight line radially from the
center to the outside edge of the disc. Small dust particles and light
stains will not aect playback quality.
Never use chemicals such as record sprays, anti-static sprays,
benzene, or thinners to clean a disc. Doing so will damage the
surface of the disc permanently.
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DVD938 at a Glance
Front Panel
NameDescription
1Microphone Input
Jacks (1 and 2)
2Disc TrayLoad optical discs in this compartment for playback (CD, DVD)
3Card SlotLoad SD memory cards here for playback
4USB PortLoad USB ash memory drives here for playback
5Display ScreenDisplays convenient playback/status information
6Open/CloseOpen or close the Disc Tray
7Play/PausePlay, pause, or resume playback
8StopStop playback
9Power/StandbyTurn the unit on or o (standby). The Main Power switch on the
10Volume KnobTurn to adjust the volume level
Connect external microphones (6.3mm plug) to enjoy Karaoke
CD+G discs.
rear panel must be set to the ON position.
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DVD938 at a Glance
Rear Panel
NameDescription
1Main Power SwitchTurn the main power on or o.
2Speaker Output
Terminals
3Stereo Line InputOptional connection to play stereo audio from an external
4Stereo Audio Output Optional connection to output stereo audio to an external
5Coaxial Digital
Audio Output
6Composite Video
Output
7Component Video
Output
8FM Antenna PortConnection for the FM wire antenna.
9AM Antenna PortConnection for the AM loop antenna.
Connection terminals for the ve satellite speakers (2 front, 1
center, 2 rear) and the subwoofer.
audio source. An optional RCA stereo patch cable is required.
receiver/player. The AV cable may be used for this connection.
Optional connection to output digital audio to an external
digital decoding audio receiver. An optional digital audio cable
is required.
Standard connection to output composite video (480i) to a TV.
The AV cable may be used for this connection.
Optional connection to output component video (480p) to a TV.
An optional component video cable is required.
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DVD938 at a Glance
Remote Control
The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam. Be sure to aim
the remote control directly at the infrared remote sensor during operation. The sensor may not be able to receive signals properly if the sensor
is covered, if there is a large object between the remote control and the
sensor, or if it is exposed to direct sunlight or a strong articial light (e.g.,
uorescent or strobe lights). If possible, change the position of the light
source or reposition the unit to avoid direct lighting.
To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor of the player. Operate
the remote within feet of the sensor and at an angle of ± degrees.
Battery Installation
Remove the battery compartment cover located on the rear of the 1.
remote control.
Insert batteries, making sure to match their polarities (+/-) to the 2.
markings on the inside of the compartment.
Replace the cover.3.
Batteries in the remote will last for approximately 1 year. Replace
the batteries if the remote control does not work. Always dispose
of batteries according to your local municipal regulations.
The batteries used in the remote control may present a re or
chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, incinerate, or heat the battery (~212°F). Do not mix old with new
batteries, or dierent types of batteries. Remove the batteries
from the remote if it will not be used for a long period of time.
Keep batteries away from children.
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Remote Key Functions
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DVD938 at a Glance
NameDescription
1Power/StandbyTurn the unit on or o (standby). The Main Power switch on the
rear panel must be set to the ON position.
2Numeric Keypad<0-9, 10>: Use the numeric keypad to input numbers where
appropriate.
<+10>: Add 10 to input numbers higher than 10. For example,
press <+10> twice and then press <5> to input the number “25”.
3GOTOEnter Direct Access mode to go to a specic part of a movie.
4SETUPEnter the main setup menu of the unit.
5SOURCEChange the source input mode of the unit (e.g., DVD-VIDEO, LINE,
TUNER).
6USBChange the source input mode between DVD, USB, and CARD.
Press <SOURCE> to place the unit in DVD mode rst to access the
USB and memory card source modes.
7A-MODEToggle the audio mode between STEREO OUPUT and 5.1 CHANNEL
OUTPUT.
8PL AY/ PAU SEPlay or pause the disc.
9V-MODEChange the video output mode of the unit to match the video con-
nection used. Select CVBS for 480i composite video, YUV for 480i
component video, or P-YUV for 480p component video.
10PROGEnter Program mode to create a custom playlist.
11STOPPress once to stop disc playback. The player will save and resume
playback from the stop location.
Press twice to stop disc playback completely. The player will
resume playback from the beginning of the disc.
12OSDToggle on-screen information display.
13VOL+ Increase the volume level.
VO L–Decrease the volume level.
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NameDescription
14FORWARD
SEARCH +
REVERSE
SEARCH –
15NEXT
RADIO +
PREVIOUS
RADIO –
16TITLE
AM/FM
17SUBTITLE
MO/ST
18Navigation
Keypad
19AUDIO
MEMORY
[Video & Music] Increase the rate of forward playback (fast-forward).
[Radio] Tune to a higher station frequency.
[Video & Music] Increase the rate of reverse playback (rewind).
[Radio] Tune to a lower station frequency
[Video & Music] Skip to the next track.
[Radio] Tune to a higher station preset.
[Video & Music] Skip to the previous track.
[Radio] Tune to a lower station preset.
[DVD] Enter the DVD Title menu.
Radio: Change between the AM and FM bands.
[DVD] Change the subtitle display (requires a DVD featuring
multiple subtitles).
[Radio] Change between mono and stereo reception modes. Use
mono mode for stations with weak reception.
<Arrow Keys>: Navigate on-screen menus.
<Enter>: Conrm an on-screen menu selection or input.
[DVD] Change the DVD audio channel (requires a DVD featuring
multiple audio channels).
[Radio] Manually save the current frequency as a preset station.
20MENU
AUTO
21S.EFFECTChange the sound eect options.
22CH-LEVELAdjust the audio channel levels (use in conjunction with <VOL+>
23TONEAdjust the bass and treble tone levels (use in conjunction with
[DVD] Return to the DVD Root menu.
[Radio] Automatically scan for and save stations within reception
as preset stations. Using this function will over-ride and erase all
previously saved presets.
and <VOL–>.
<VOL+> and <VOL–>).
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NameDescription
24ANGLE[DVD] Change the angle view (requires a DVD featuring multiple
25STEP[DVD} Play DVD video frame by frame.
26ZOOM[DVD] Use the picture zoom feature.
27RE PEATChange the repeat playback options.
28A-BUse the Repeat A-B function.
29MUTETemporarily disable or restore the sound.
30OPEN/CLOSEOpen/Close the disc tray.
31ENTERConrm a selection.
camera angles).
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Connections
Video System
Choose the best available video connection. Avoid using more than
one connection at the same time to prevent signal interference. The
video settings of the unit must match the video connection used.
Press V-MODE on the remote to change the video setting, or change
the video settings in the System Setup menu (please refer to the
System Setup section of this manual for more information).
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Connections
Composite Video Out (Standard)
Using the supplied AV cable:
Connect one end of the yellow cable to the yellow Video Out jack 1.
of the unit.
Connect the other end of the yellow cable to the yellow Video In 2.
jack of a TV.
Press <V-MODE> on the remote until you see “CVBS” on the TV
screen to set the unit to the composite video mode.
The maximum output resolution for the composite video con-
nection is 480i.
Component Video Out (Best)
Using an optional component video cable:
Connect one end of the green, blue and red cables to the Y, Cb/Pb, 1.
and Cr/Pr Component Video Out jacks of the unit, respectively.
Connect the other end of the green, blue and red cables to the Y, 2.
Cb/Pb, and Cr/Pr Component Video In jacks of a TV, respectively.
You must set the unit’s video output to either YUV or P-YUV
when using the component video output. Use YUV for 480i
output; use P-YUV for 480p output. See the Setup section of
this manual for more information.
You may also press <V-MODE> on the remote until you see
“YUV” or “P-YUV” on the TV screen to set the unit to the component video mode.
The maximum output resolution for the component video
connection is 480p.
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Connections
Audio System
Choose the best available audio connection. Avoid using more than
one connection at the same time to prevent signal interference. The
audio settings of the unit must match the audio connection used.
Change the audio settings in the System Setup menu (please refer to
the System Setup section of this manual for more information).
Speakers
This unit has an integrated amplier. Connect the supplied speakers to
enjoy your movies with .-channel surround sound!
If necessary, strip 3/8” (10 mm) of insulation from each end of the 1.
speaker wire.
While pressing the terminal levers of each speaker, insert the bare 2.
wire into the hole, then release the lever to secure the connection.
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Connections
While pressing the speaker terminal levers of the unit, insert the 3.
bare wire into the hole, then release the lever to secure the connection.
The speaker wire and terminal for each speaker is color-coded for 4.
your convenience. The following table will help you match the
speakers to their proper terminal:
Make sure that the terminals are connected to the bare wires
and not the insulation. Always match colored positive (+) terminals together; and match black negative (-) terminals together. If switched, the sound will be out of phase and will not
be produced correctly. Do not connect more than one wire to
each speaker terminal; do not connect one speaker to several
terminals.
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Connections
RCA Stereo Audio Out (Optional, Standard)
For use with an external amplier/audio system. Using the supplied AV
cable:
Connect one end of the white and red cables to the white and red 1.
Audio Out jacks of the unit (L, R).
Connect the other end of the white and red cables to the white 2.
and red Audio In jacks of an external audio system.
Please refer to the documentation included with your external
audio system for further help using this connection.
Coaxial Digital Audio Out (Optional, Best)
For use with a digital decoding external amplier/audio system. Using
an optional coaxial digital audio cable:
Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the black Digital Audio 1.
Out jack of the unit.
Connect the other end of the coaxial cable to the Digital Audio In 2.
jack of an external audio system.
Please refer to the documentation included with your external
audio system for further help using this connection.
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Connections
Stereo Line Input
For use with an external playback device with stereo audio
output (e.g., a VCR, MP, or CD
player). Using an optional RCA
stereo audio patch cable:
Connect one end of the 1.
white and red cables to the
white and red Line Input
jacks of the unit (L, R).
Connect the other end of the 2.
cable to the output jack(s) of
an external audio playback
device.
After this connection has been made, press <SOURCE> on the remote
to switch to “LINE” mode to enjoy audio from the external device.
Depending on the type of patch cable used, you can use this
connection with external devices with a 3.5mm stereo output
jack or RCA stereo output jacks.
Please refer to the documentation included with your external
audio system for further help using this connection.
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Connections
Power Supply & Installation
Power Supply
Plug the power cord of this unit into an AC -V /Hz wall outlet, only. Make all video, speaker, and audio connections before
connecting the power.
Do not connect the power plug to a power outlet other than
that which is indicated here and on the rating label as this
may result in the risk of re or electric shock.
Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. Doing so may
cause electric shock.
Power Management
If the unit will not be in use for a long period of time, turn the unit o
and unplug it from the AC power supply, and remove the batteries
from the remote control.
Installation
Install the unit on a level, at and rm surface with good ventila-
tion. Never block the cabinet vents; blocked vents will cause the
unit to overheat and malfunction.
Do not install the unit in a place exposed to heating sources or
direct sunlight.
Do not install the unit in a place exposed to moisture or rain.
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Getting Started
Turning the Unit On
Locate the Main Power switch on the rear panel of the unit and set 1.
it to the ON position.
Press <POWER/STANDBY> to turn the player on. 2.
Select the Video Line
Press <V-MODE> on the remote to set the video mode that cor-1.
responds to the video connection used (e.g., Component or Composite). See the Connections section for details.
Set your TV to display the video line connection that corresponds 2.
to your DVD player (e.g., AV1, AV2, HDMI, Component, S-Video,
DVD, etc.) The DVD output will be displayed on the TV screen
when the proper line has been selected.
Select the Source Mode
For more information about each of the source modes, please refer to
their respective sections in this manual.
Press <SOURCE> on the remote to switch between DVD, TUNER,
and LINE modes.
Select DVD mode to play optical discs (e.g., DVD, CD, or CD+G)
from the disc tray.
Select TUNER to enjoy radio broadcasts.
Select LINE mode to enjoy audio from an external device con-
nected to the LINE IN jacks (optional).
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Getting Started
Press <USB> to switch between Memory Card, USB, and DVD
modes.
Select Memory Card to play media from SD memory cards
loaded in the Card Slot.
Select USB to play media from USB ash memory drives loaded
in the USB Port.
Select DVD mode to play optical discs (e.g., DVD, CD, or CD+G)
from the disc tray.
The unit must be placed in DVD mode before the Memory Card
and USB modes can be accessed. Press <SOURCE> to switch
to DVD mode rst, then press <USB> on the remote to change
between Memory Card, USB, and DVD/Disc modes.
Load a Disc (or other media)
Press <OPEN/CLOSE> to open the disc tray. Insert a disc with the labelside up. Press <OPEN/CLOSE> again to close the disc tray.
If a single-sided disc is inserted upside-down, the unit will display
“NO DISC” or “BAD DISC”.
To play from media other than a disc, insert a memory card or
USB ash drive, then press <USB> on the remote to change between Memory Card, USB, and DVD/Disc modes.
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Getting Started
Basic Playback Instructions
Press <PLAY/PAUSE> to start playback.
Some discs may start playing automatically or display a DVD menu
specic to the disc. If a menu appears, use the <Navigation Keypad> to
select a desired feature or option and then press <ENTER> to conrm.
Play/Pause/Stop
Press <PLAY> to play the disc for the rst time.
Press <PLAY> during playback to pause. Press <PLAY> again to
resume playback.
Press <STOP> during playback to stop the disc (“Pre-Stop”). Press
<PLAY> to resume playback at the time-point at which the disc
was stopped.
Press <STOP> again when the disc is “Pre-Stopped” to stop play-
back completely. (When <PLAY> is pressed from this state, the disc
will start playing from the beginning.)
Previous/Next (Skip)
Press <NEXT> to skip to the next track (DVD, CD, etc).
Press <PREV> to return to the previous track (DVD, CD, etc).
Forward/Reverse (Search)
Press <FWD> to fast forward through the current track. Each
successive press of will change the rate of forward playback. Press
<PLAY> to resume normal playback.
Press <REV> to reverse through the current track. Each successive
press of will change the rate of reverse playback. Press <PLAY> to
resume normal playback.
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Getting Started
Step
Press <STEP> for frame-by-frame playback. Each successive press
of <STEP> will advance the video one frame. Press <PLAY> to
resume normal playback.
Audio will be muted during fast-forward, fast-reverse, and
stepped playback.
Repeat Playback
Press <REPEAT> to change the repeat playback mode.
Adjusting the Sound
Press <VOL +> to increase the volume level.
Press <VOL –> to decrease the volume level.
Press <MUTE> to turn the volume o completely. Press <MUTE>
again to restore the volume to the previous level.
Press <A-MODE> to change toggle between audio output modes
(.-channel surround and -channel stereo).
Press <CH-LEVEL> to select an audio channel to adjust (e.g., front,
rear, center) and then use the <VOL +>/<VOL –> keys to adjust the
selected level.
Press <TONE> to select BASS or TREBLE and then use the <VOL +>
/ <VOL –> keys to adjust the selected tone.
Press <S.EFFECT> to change the sound eects mode. Set the
sound eects mode to o when playing a Dolby .-channel disc to
avoid interference with Dolby Digital decoding.
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Operation Modes
DVD/CD Discs
Press <SOURCE> to place the unit in DVD source mode (LOADING/1.
DVD-VIDEO will appear on screen).
Load a compatible DVD-video or CD-audio disc into the disc tray. A 2.
content menu will appear on screen.
Press <PLAY/PAUSE> to start playback.3.
Some discs may start playing automatically or display a
DVD menu specic to the disc. If a menu appears, use the
<Navigation Keypad> to select a desired feature or option and
then press <ENTER> to conrm.
Additional DVD Controls
See the Getting Started section for basic playback controls (Play/Pause,
Next/Forward, etc.)
On the remote…Function
Press <TITLE>Access the title menu of the DVD.
Press <MENU>Return to the root menu of the DVD.
Press <OSD>Change the on screen display of information.
Press <SUBTITLE>Change the subtitle display (requires a DVD encoded with
multiple subtitles).
Press <AUDIO>Change the audio track (requires a DVD encoded with multiple
audio channels).
Press <ANGLE>Change the angle display (requires a DVD encoded with multiple
camera angles).
Press <ZOOM>Change the magnication level of the image. When the mag-
nication level is greater than “1” (Zoom), use the Navigation
Keypad to pan across the image (up, down, left, right).
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Operation Modes
Digital Media Discs
Press <SOURCE> to place the unit in DVD source mode (LOADING/1.
DVD-VIDEO will appear on screen).
Load a disc with compatible digital media les into the disc tray. A 2.
content menu will appear on screen.
Menu Operation
Press the <UP> or <DOWN> arrows of the navigation keypad to select
a folder or a le, then press [ENTER] to enter the selected folder or play
the selected le. (You can also use the numeric keypad to select and
conrm folders and les.)
Press the <LEFT> arrow to return to the previous menu.
Press <PREVIOUS> or <NEXT> to skip to the previous or next menu
page, respectively.
Press <PROG> to toggle between FOLDER and FILELIST playback
modes.
Press <MENU> to return to the content menu when playing a disc
(if available).
See the Getting Started section for basic playback controls
(Play/Pause, Next/Forward, etc.)
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Karaoke Discs (CD+G)
You can connect optional microphones to the unit to sing along with
karaoke discs (e.g., CD+G).
Press <SOURCE> to place the unit in DVD source mode (LOADING/1.
DVD-VIDEO will appear on screen).
Press <SETUP> to enter the main setup menu of the unit. Navigate 2.
to the Karaoke setup menu.
Set the MIC option to “ON” to enable the connected
microphone(s)
Set the microphone volume to a low level.
Connect one or two microphones to the Microphone Input
Jacks located on the front panel of the unit.
In the Karaoke setup menu, adjust the microphone volume and
echo eect to the desired levels.
Load a karaoke disc into the disc tray and press <PLAY>.3.
Press <AUDIO> to toggle the original vocal track on/o.
Enjoy!
See the Getting Started section for basic playback controls
(Play/Pause, Next/Forward, etc.)
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