Coby Electronics DVD-224 Owners manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

TO REDUCE THE RISKOF FIREAND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNITTORAIN OR MOISTURE.

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CAUTION

the riskof fire andelectric shock,
do notremove the cover(or back)
of theunit. Refer servicingonly to

The lightningflash with arrowheadsymbol, within anequilateral
triangle, isintended to alertthe user tothe presence ofuninsulated
"dangerous voltage"within product's enclosurethat may beof
sufficient magnitudeto constitute arisk of electricshock.

The exclamationpoint within anequilateral triangle isintended to
alert theuser to thepresence of importantoperation and servicing
instructions inthe literature accompanyingthe appliance.

WARNING:TO REDUCE THERISK OF FIREOR ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO
NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCE TORAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TOPREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,MATCH WIDEBLADE OF
PLUG TOWIDE SLOT,FULLY INSERT.

IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS

In additionto the carefulattention devoted toquality standards
in themanufacture of yourvideo product, safetyis a majorfactor
in thedesign of everyinstrument. However, safetyis your
responsibility,too. This sheet lists importantinformation that will
help toassure your enjoymentand proper useof the video
product andaccessory equipment. Pleaseread them carefully
before operationand using yourvideo product.

Installation

Read andFollow Instructions- Allthe safety andoperation instructions

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should beread before thevideo product isoperated. Follow alloperating
instructions.

2.

Retain Instructions-The safety andoperating instructions shouldbe retained
for futurereference.

3.

Heed allWarnings-Comply with all warnings on thevideo product andin the
operating instructions.

4.

Polarization- Thisvideo product isequipped with apolarized alternating ­current lineplug . Thisplug will fitinto the poweroutlet, try reversingthe
plug. Ifthe plug stillfails to fit,contact your electricianto replace your
obsolete outlet.To preventelectric shock, donot use thispolarized plug
with anextension cord, receptacle,or other outletunless the bladescan be
fully insertedwithout blade exposure.If you needan extension cord,use a
polarized cord.

5.

Power Sources-This video productshould be operatedonly from thetype
of powersource indicated onthe marking label.If you arenot sure ofthe
type of power supply to yourhome, consult yourvideo dealer orlocal power
company. For videoproducts intended tooperate from batterypower, or
other sources,refer to theoperating instructions.

6.

Overloading- Donot overload walloutlets or extensioncords as thiscan
result ina risk offire or electricshock. Overloaded ACoutlets, extension
cords, frayedpower cords, damagedor cracked wireinsulation, and
broken plugsare dangerous, Theymay result ina shock orfire hazard.
Periodically examinethe cord, andif its appearanceindicated damage or
deteriorated insulation,have it replacedby your servicetechnician.

7.

Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords shouldbe routed sothat they
are notlikely to be walked onor pinched byitems placed uponor against
them, payingparticular attention tocords at plugs,convenience receptacles,
and thepoint where theyexit from thevideo product.

8.

Ventilation- Slots andopenings in thecase are providedfor ventilation to
ensure reliableoperation of thevideo product andto protect itfrom
overheating. Theseopenings must notthe blocked orcovered. The openings
should neverbe blocked byplacing the videoproduct on abed, sofa, rug,or
heat register. This video productshould not beplaced in abuilt-in installation
such asa book caseor rack, unlessproper ventilation isprovided or the
video productmanufacturer's instructions havebeen followed.

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Attachments- Donot use attachmentsunless recommended bythe video
product manufactureras they maycause hazards.

Water and Moisture- do notuse this videoproduct near waterfor example,

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near abath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or neara swimming pooland the like.Caution: Maintain electricalsafety.
Powerline operatedequipment or accessoriesconnected to thisunit
should bearsafety certification markon the accessoryitself and shouldnot
be modifiedso as todefeat the safetyfeatures. This willhelp avoid any

qualified servicepersonnel.

Toreduce

danger andshould not bemodified so asto defeat thesafety features. This
will helpavoid any potentialhazard from electricalshock or fire.If in doubt,
contact qualifiedservice personnel.

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Accessories- Donot place thisvideo product onan unstable cart,stand,
tripod, bracket,or table. Thevideo product mayfall, causing seriousinjury
to achild or adultas well asserious damage tothe video product.Use this
video productonly with acart, stand, tripod,bracket, or tablerecommended
by themanufacturer's or soldwith the videoproduct. Any mountingof the
product shouldfollow the manufacturer'sinstructions and useof a mounting
accessory recommendedby the manufacturer.

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A videoproduct and cartcombination should bemoved with care.Quick
stops, excessiveforce, and unevensurfaces may causethe video product
and cartcombination to overturn.
Note toCATV system installer
This reminderis provided tocall the CATV systeminstaller's attention to
Section 820-40of the NECwhich provides guidelinesfor proper grounding
and, inparticular, specifies that thecable ground shallbe connected tothe
grounding systemof the building,as close tothe point ofcable entry as
practical.

Outdoor AntennaGrounding- If anoutside antenna orcable system is

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connected tothe video product,be sure theantenna or cablesystem is
grounded soas to providesome protection againstvoltage surges andbuilt­up staticcharges. Section 810of the NationalElectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
No.70-1984 (Section54 of CanadianElectrical Code, Part1)provides
information withrespect to propergrounding of themast and supporting
structure, groundingof the lead-inwire to anantenna-discharge unit,
connection togrounding electrodes, andrequirements for thegrounding
electrode.

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Power Lines-Anoutside antenna systemshould not belocated in thevicinity
of overheadpower lines, otherelectric light orpower circuits, orwhere it can
fall intosuch power linesor circuits. Wheninstalling an outsideantenna
system, extremecare should betaken to keepfrom touching orapproaching
such powerlines or circuits,as contact withthem might befatal. Installing an
outdoor antennacan be hazardousand should beleft to aprofessional
antenna installer.

Use

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Cleaning- Unplugthis video productfrom the walloutlet before cleaning.Do
not useliquid cleaners oraerosol cleaners. Usea damp clothfor cleaning.

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Objects thatmay touch dangerousvoltage points or"short-out" parts could
result ina fire orelectric shock. Neverspill liquid ofany kind onthe video
product.

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Lightning-For addedprotection for thisvideo product duringa lightning storm,
or whenit is leftunattended and unusedfor long periodsof time, unplugit
from thewall outlet anddisconnect the antennaor cable system.This will
prevent damageto the videoproduct due tolightning and powerline surges.

Service

Servicing-Do notattempt to servicethis video productyourself, as opening

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or removingcovers may exposeyou to dangerousvoltage or otherhazards.
Refer allservicing to qualifiedservice personnel.

19.

Conditions requiringservice-unplug this videoproduct from thewall outlet,
refer servicingto qualified servicepersonnel under thefollowing conditions:
A. Whenthe power-supply cordor plug isdamaged.
B. Ifliquid has beenspilled, or objectshave fallen intothe video product.
C. Ifthe video producthas been exposedto rain orwater.
D. Ifthe video doesnot operate normallyby following theinstruction manual..

Adjust onlythose controls thatare covered byoperating instructions.
Improper adjustmentof other controlsmay result indamage and will
often requireextensive work bya qualified technicianto restore the

video productto its normaloperation.
E. Ifthe video producthas been droppedor cabinet hasbeen damaged.
F. When the video productexhibits a distinctchange in performance-this

indicates aneed for service.

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Replacement Parts-Whenreplacement parts arerequired, have theservice
technician verifythat the replacementshe uses havethe same safety
characteristics as the originalparts. Use ofreplacements specified bythe
video productmanufacturer can preventfire, electric shock,or other hazards.

21.

Safety Check-Uponcompletion of anyservice or repairsto this videoproduct,
ask theservice technician toperform safety checksrecommended by the
manufacturer todetermine that thevideo product isin safe operating
condition.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting- Theproduct should bemounted to awall or ceiling

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only asrecommended by themanufacturer.

Heat-The productshould be situatedaway from heatsources such as

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radiators, heatregisters, stoves, orother products (includingamplifiers)
that productsheat.

FEATURES

CONTENTS

DVD, CD, MP3compatible
CD-R, CD-RW capable

TV format:

PAL / NTSC color system
4:3 / 16:9screen formatselect

Video output:

Composite Video output
S-Video output
Component Video(Y Cb Cr)output

Audio output:

Down-mix stereo output
Digital audio output(coaxial)
Dolby Digital output
DTS Digital output

DVD features:

Multi Subtitle select
Multi Language select
Multi Angle select

Other features:

On screen displaymenu
Digital zooming
Slow motion
Parental control
Auto screen saver
JPEG picture view

SAFETY INFORMATION
FEATURES
CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

About DVD
About MP3
About theplayer

Front panel
Rear panel
Remote control

SYSTEM CONNECTION

System connectionfigure
Connecting toa TV set
Connecting tostereo amplifier
Connecting todigital amplifier

GETTING STARTED

Playadisc
Problem discmessage
Power management

ON SCREEN DISPLAY

DVD mode
CD mode
MP3 mode

FUNCTION BUTTONS

SETUP MENU

LANGUAGE
AUDIO SETUP
SCREEN SETUP
CUSTOM SETUP

TROUBLE SHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

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Manufactured underlicense from DolbyLaboratories.
Dolby andthe double-D symbolare trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.

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1992-1997 DolbyLaboratories.

All rightsreserved.

This productincorporates copyright protectiontechnology that is
protected bymethod claims ofcertain U.S. patentsand other
intellectual propertyrights owned by and
other rightsowners. Useof thiscopyright protection technology
must beauthorized by MacrovisionCorporation, and isintended for
home andother limited viewinguses only unlessotherwise
authorized byMacrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly isprohibited.

If avideo recorder isconnected to
the player, thevideo output image
will bedistorted during recording.

Macrovision Corporation

The playerhas built incopyright
protection technologythat
prevents copyingfrom a DVD
disc toany media.

INTRODUCTION

About DVD

DVD (DigitalVersatile Disc) is a digital videomedium
under the MPEGII format, featuringa variety of
revolutionary entertainmentcapabilities. The MPEGII
video compressiontechnology provides capacityfor an
excellent pictureof minimum 500lines resolution on
screen, upto 8 languagesoundtracks, up to9 views
from differentcamera angles andup to 32language
subtitles (providedby the DVDdisc itself whichsupports
these features).

Disc information

Disc types

D

ecoding

Method

Capacity

Disc size

Horizontal
Resolution

Sub-titles

Sound tracks

Symbol

DVD features symbols

Each DVDdisc contains variousfeatures depending
on productionof the disc.Below are someof the
symbols representingthe features:

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Number ofAudio Tracks

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Number ofSubtitles

DVD

Digital /MPEG II

Single-layer /Single side

4.7GB=2hr

Single-layer /Double sides

8.5GB=4hr

Double-layers /Single side

9.4GB =4.5 hr

Double-layers /Double sides

17GB=8hr

12cm /8cm

500 linesup

32

8

650MB =74min

LB

16:9

+

CD

Digital

12cm /8cm

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Screen Format

Zoom

Select a DVD disc

DVD Region Code

DVD discsand DVD playersare manufactured
under theworldwide agreed DVDRegional
Code Systemthat the playerwill operate only
with correspondingdisc of thesame Regional
Code.

Region code

Region

1

Canada, USA

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Europe (incl.Poland, Romania, TheCzech
republic), Japan,Middle East (incl.Saudi
Arabia, Egypt,Iran, South Africa)

East Asia(incl. Hong Kong,Taiwan, South

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Korea),
South-East Asia

Australia, Caribbean,Central & South

4

America, Mexico,
New Zealand

Africa, FormerSoviet Union, India,North

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Korea, Pakistan,Turkmenistan

China

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Care of disc

Video disccontains high-density compresseddata
that needsproper handling

Hold thedisc with fingers.Hold the disc'souter
edge and/orthe center spindlehole. Do nottouch
the discsurface.

Do notbend or pressthe disc. DoNOT expose the
disc todirect sunlight orheating sources.

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Angle Indicator

The playerhas built incopyright
protection technologythat
prevents copyingfrom a DVD
disc toany media.

If avideo recorder isconnected to
the player, the video outputimage
will bedistorted during recording.

Some featurescontained in thisDVD player arerelated to
the DVDdisc's software.

Some featurescannot be performedif the discdoes not
support thefeature, or requiresspecial settings.

Check thefeatures printed onthe disc's packingor follow
the instructionsof the Disc'son screen menu.

REMARK

Store discsin cabinet vertically, indry condition.
Prevent exposureto:

Direct sunlight
Heat orexhaust from aheating device.
Extreme humidity.

Clean thedisc surface witha soft, drycleaning cloth.
Wipe thedisc surface gently, radically, from center
toward theouter edge.

Do notapply thinner, alcohol chemical solvent, or
sprays whencleaning. Such cleaningfluids will
permanently damagethe disc surface.

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This player is compatible to the following
disc types:

single sided/ double sided

DVD

single layered/ double layered
CD-DA
CD-MP3
CD-R /CD-RW*
PICTURE CD

Some PCapplication files onCD-R or

*NOTE:

CD-RW be acceptedby the unit,

CANNOT
e.g. CD-ROMunder PC Windows,etc.
(CD-R /CD-RW writing formatmay be

different, somediscs are notacceptable)

About MP3

MP3 (MPEG1, Audio Layer3) is adigital audio format
for quickdownloading files thatsound as goodas CDs.
MP3 usesentropy encoding toreduce the numberof
redundant soundsin an audiosignal to aminimum. It
takes musicfrom a CDand reduces itby a factorof 12,
with nonoticeable loss ofquality. On a normalCD of
74 minutesyou can storeover 130 songs.

Disc information

Sampling rateshould be 44.1kHz and bitrate is
recommended withinthe range from128 Kbps to
256 Kbps,in order toachieve the bestperformance.
In general,higher quality settingsresult in larger
file sizes.

MP3 Format

Sampling rate

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

44.1 kHz

Bit rate

56 Kbps

64 Kbps

80 Kbps

96 Kbps

112Kbps

128 Kbps

160 Kbps

192 Kbps

224 Kbps

256 Kbps

Quality

FM RadioQuality

Near CDQuality

Good CDQuality

Better thanCD Quality

Studio Quality

No-play disc

The followingdiscs are acceptable
by theDVD player:

DVD discwith region codethat does
not matchthe player's regioncode
(Check thedisc's region codeprinted
on thedisc packing. Regioncode "ALL"
will beacceptable by allplayers.)

Some DVDdiscs that werepurchased
outside theapplication country

PC applicationon CD-R/CD-RW

CD-ROM forPC interface only

CD-MP3 underWindows format

MP3 CD-R/CD-RW of not proper format

(see " " below)Tips formaking a goodMP3 CD

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Tips for making agood MP3CD

Use goodquality CD-RW disc,CD-R Gold Ultima
is recommended.Up to 650MB (74-minute CD)
of MP3files can berecorded.

Select ahigh quality CDRecorder (Writer).
HP CD-Write+9200is recommended.

Select anadvance CD burningsoftware. Easy CD
Creator 4.0or higher versionis recommended.

MP3 isdata and notWAV informationas such
Mode 1must be selectedwhen compiling and
burning yourdiscs.

Drag anddrop (Direct CD)must not beused to
compile thedisc. The playerwill not recognise
this format.

Only singlesession recordings canbe used.
Multi sessionrecordings are notrecognised and
will notbe played

Select DataCD Project (softwareuser interface),
file systemshould comply withthe standard of
ISO 9660or Joliet. ORselect MP3 CDProject for
convenience operation(available in EasyCD
Creator 5.0)

It isadvised to "finalize " theCD after burnt.

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INTRODUCTION

About the player

Front panel

DVD-216

DVD/CD-PLAYER

POWER

1.Disc tray

2.Remote control receiver

3.Power button

4.Stop button

Rear panel

CLASS1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION

RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DONOT OPEN

5.Play/pause button

6.Open/close button

7.Power standby indicator

Composit Video Output

Y. Cr(Component Video Output)Cb.

ApparatusClaims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216;4,819,098
and

4,907,093licensed for limited viewing uses only.

PRODUCTCOMPLIES WITH DHHS RULE 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J

MANUFACTURE.

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cabletelevision service.

with

DVDPLAYER
MODELNO. :

DVD-216

110-240V 50/60Hz

20W

CAUTION

TOPREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.
NOUSER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE,
QUALIFIEDSERVICE PERSONNEL .

REFERSERVICING TO

INEFFECT ATDATE OF

Thisdevice is verified to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules for

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Use

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LISTED

E238849

AUDIO/VIDEO APPARATUS

Y

L

L

Audio L

Audio R

Coaxial Digital Audio

Pb/Cb

R

Pr/Cr

VIDEO

COAXIAL S-VIDEO

S-video

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Remote control surface

Subtitle

Angle

Audio language select

Title

Menu

Playback control

ENTER

Scan mode

Pause

Play

Fast forward

Fast backward

Step

Slow motion

Program

Disk view to 9 pictures

Audio channel select

Clear

On screen
display

DISPLAY

10+ 0

ZOOM

A-B REPEAT

Open/Close

OP/CL

SETUP

STOP

VOL

Mute

Power

MUTE

POWER

SUBT

123

ANGLE

456

AUDIO

789

MENU

TITLE

PBC

ENTER

PS/IS RETURN

PLAY

SLOW NTSC/PAL

STEP

PROG

CLEAR SEARCH

R/L

DIGEST

Number Keys

Se upt

Direction

Return

ZOOM

Stop

PREV button

NEXT button

NTSC/PAL

+

-

Volume+

Search

Volume-

Repeat

Segment repeat select

Notes

The remotecontrol transmits adirectional infrared beam.Be sure
to aimthe remote controldirectly at theinfrared sensor during
operation. Whenthe sensor iscovered or thereis a largeobject
between theremote control andthe sensor, the sensorcannot
receive signals.The sensor maynot be ableto receive signals
properly whenit is exposedto direct sunlightor a strongartificial
light (suchas a fluorescentor strobe light).In this case,change
the directionof the lightor reposition theunit to avoiddirect lighting.

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