Denon DVD-2910, DVD-955 User Manual

DVD AUDIO-VIDEO/SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER

DVD-2910/955

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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DVD-2910

DVD AUDIO-VIDEO / SUPER AUDIO CD PLAYER

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POWER ON

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SETUP

SUPER

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IMPORTANT TO SAFETY

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

1. Handle the power supply cord carefully

Do not damage or deform the power supply cord. If it is damaged or
deformed, it may cause electric shock or malfunction when used.
When removing from wall outlet, be sure to remove by holding the plug
attachment and not by pulling the cord.

2. Do not open the top cover

In order to prevent electric shock, do not open the top cover.
If problems occur, contact your DENON DEALER.

3. Do not place anything inside

Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the DVD audio-video/
Super audio CD player.
Electric shock or malfunction may result.

Please, record and retain the Model name and serial number of your set
shown on the rating label.
Model No. DVD-2910/955 Serial No.

CAUTION:

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

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 to
persons.

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

NOTE:

This DVD audio-video/Super audio CD player uses the semiconductor laser.
To allow you to enjoy music at a stable operation, it is recommended to
use this in a room of 5 °C (41 °F) ~ 35 °C (95 °F).

CAUTION:

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR REFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT
IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR
REPAIRED BY ANYONE EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

• FOR CANADA MODEL ONLY

CAUTION

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

• POUR LES MODELE CANADIENS UNIQUEMENT

ATTENTION

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’ AU
FOND.

1. PRODUCT

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained
in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly
approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use the product.

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and
ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product
or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should
be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this 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.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory
recommended by the
manufacturer.

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

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This 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
product dealer or local power company. For products intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with
a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

13. 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 product.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this 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 product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or 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 such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20.

Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

21.

Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this 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

product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are

covered by the operating instructions as an improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance

– this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO

Copyrights / Droits d’auteur / Derechos de Autor

•Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed on a rack.

• Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une
étagère.

• Evite altas temperaturas.
Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor
cuando está instalado en la consola.

• Keep the set free from moisture, water,
and dust.

•Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité,
l’eau et lapoussière.

• Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad,
agua y polvo.

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.

•

No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the set.

•

Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.

• No permita el contacto de insecticidas,
gasolina y diluyentes con el equipo.

• Unplug the power cord when not using
the set for long periods of time.

• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé
pendant de longues périodes.

• Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando
no utilice el equipo por mucho tiempo.

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.

• Never disassemble or modify the set in
any way.

•

Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
d’une manière ou d’une autre.

• Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de
ninguna manera.

✽ (For sets with ventilation holes)

2

It is prohibited by law to reproduce,
broadcast, rent or play discs in public
without the consent of the copyright
holder.

2

La reproduction, la diffusion, la
location, le prêt ou la lecture publique
de ces disques sont interdits sans le
consentement du détenteur des
droits d’auteur.

2

De acuerdo con las leyes está
prohibido reproducir, emitir, alquilar o
interpretar discos en público sin la
autorización del propietario de los
derechos de autor.

• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du
cordon.

•

Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte
el cordón de energía.

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— TABLE OF CONTENTS —

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Features...................................................................................6, 7

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Discs............................................................................................8

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Cautions on Handling Discs.........................................................9

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Connections......................................................................10 ~ 17

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Part Names and Functions..................................................18, 19

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Remote Control Unit............................................................20, 21

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Loading Discs ............................................................................22

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Changing the Default Settings..........................................23 ~ 43

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Using the Pure Direct Mode................................................43, 44

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Using the Super Audio CD Setup..............................................44

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Adjusting the Picture Quality ............................................45 ~ 48

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Using the Video Setup...............................................................49

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Playback............................................................................50 ~ 54

• ACCESSORIES

Please check to make sure the following items are included with the main unit in the carton:

q Audio video cord.......................................................................1

w Remote control unit (RC-985)...................................................1

e R6P/AA batteries ......................................................................2

r Power supply cord....................................................................1

t Operating instructions ..............................................................1

y Service station list....................................................................1

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FEATURES

1. Digital transfer connectors

Digital transfer of video signals is possible by connecting an
HDCP compatible display device equipped with one of the
connectors below using a special cable.
When playing DVD AUDIO with CPPM, the video signal cannot
be output, and then the audio signal cannot be output from the
HDMI connector too.
(1) HDMI connector

Digital video signals are transferred in color space (Y/Cb/Cr)
or RGB.
The audio signals can be transferred simultaneously, so
both audio and video signals can be transferred with a
single cable.

(2) DVI-D connector

Digital video signals are transferred in RGB.

2. Super Audio CD multi-channel playback compatibility

In addition to playing DVD audio and video discs, the DVD­2910/955 can play multi-channel Super Audio CDs with a
playback frequency range covering 100 kHz and a dynamic
range of 120 dB or greater within the audible frequency range,
and a maximum of 5.1 channels can be output.

3. High precision 24-bit D/A converter

The audio playback circuit includes an advanced segment type
D/A converter with the high technical specifications in the
business, manufactured by Burr-Brown, a company with an
established reputation for D/A converters. This high
performance D/A converter allows not only input of the 24­bit/192 kHz data of DVD-Audio discs, it also includes an analog
pure FIR filter for ideal DSD playback of Super Audio CDs.
Furthermore, the same DAC is used unsparingly for the front,
the surround, center and LFE channels to provide optimum
sound quality during multi-channel playback as well.

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Playing Repeatedly..............................................................55, 56

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Playing Tracks in the Desired Order..........................................57

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Playing Tracks in the Random Order.........................................58

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Using the On-screen Display.....................................................59

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Using the Multiple Audio, Subtitle and Angle Functions

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Using the Menus.................................................................63, 64

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Marking Scenes you want to see again....................................65

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Playing in the Zoom Mode ........................................................66

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Playing MP3.........................................................................67, 68

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Playing WMA.............................................................................69

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Playing Still Picture Files (JPEG format)............................70 ~ 72

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Troubleshooting...................................................................73, 74

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4. HDCD®(High Definition Compatible Digital®) decoder
(NOTE 1)

HDCD is an encoding/decoding technology that greatly
reduces the distortion occurring at the time of digital recording
while maintaining compatibility with the conventional CD
format. HDCD allows 20-bit data to be converted into the 16­bit data of current CDs with no loss in sound quality.
The use of this HDCD decoder makes it possible to achieve
the high resolution and low distortion characteristic of HDCD
when playing HDCD-compatible discs, and DENON’s digital
technology optimizes the high sound quality possibilities of
HDCD technology. Furthermore, normal CDs and HDCD­compatible CDs are automatically identified, and the optimum
digital signal processing for that type of disc is used.

5. Dolby Digital/DTS decoder (NOTE 2, 3)

The DVD-2910/955 is equipped with a built-in Dolby
Digital/DTS decoder, allowing you to recreate the atmosphere
of a movie theater or concert hall when using the DVD­2910/955 in combination with an AV amplifier and speakers.

6. Progressive Scan circuit “DCDi

TM

” (NOTE 4)

The DVD-2910/955 is equipped with a high precision
Progressive Scan circuit “DCDi™” allowing it to reproduce
movies and other images on DVDs with a quality near that of
the original.

7. 12-bit/216 MHz video D/A converter (NOTE 5)

The DVD-2910/955 uses a video D/A converter that conducts
D/A conversion of all video signals at 12 bits and allows 8X
oversampling in the progressive mode to achieve the high
quality picture that DVDs are meant to provide. In addition,
NSV technology reduces noise upon D/A conversion.

8. Thorough vibration-resistant design

(1) The pickup mechanism is positioned at the center to

reduce the effects of external vibrations.

(2) A low center of gravity make for a low vibration design.

9. Multiple functions

(1) Still picture playback function

Kodak Picture CD (NOTE 6) and Fujifilm Fujicolor CD
(NOTE 7) can be played on the DVD-2910/955.
Still images stored in JPEG format on CD-R/RWs can also
be played.

(2) Windows Media™ playback function (NOTE 8)

Windows Media™ CDs can be played on the DVD­2910/955.

(3) Multiple audio function

Selection of up to 8 audio languages.
(The number of languages offered differs from DVD to
DVD.)

(4) Multiple subtitle function

Selection of up to 32 subtitle languages.
(The number of languages offered differs from DVD to
DVD.)

(5) Multiple angle function

The angle of view can be changed.
(For DVDs on which multiple angles are recorded.)

(6) GUI (Graphical User Interface) function

The DISPLAY button on the remote control unit can be
used to display player and disc information on the TV
screen.

(7) Marker function

The positions of up to five scenes can be stored in the
memory, so you can watch your favourite scenes
whenever you want.

(8) Playback disable function

This function can be used to disable playback of DVDs you
do not want children to watch.

NOTES:

1.

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, HDCD

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, High Definition Compatible Digital®and
Microsoft®are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation, Inc. in the United States and/or other
countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from
Microsoft Corporation, Inc. This product is covered by one or
more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074,
5,640,161, 5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311,
5,872,531, and in Australia: 669114. Other patents pending.

2. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.

3. “DTS” and ”DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks
of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

4. “DCDi™” is trademark of Faroodja, a division of Genesis
Microchip Inc.

5. “NSV” is a trademark of Analog Devices, Inc.

6. “KODAK” is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.

7. “FUJICOLOR CD” is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film Co, Ltd.

8. “Windows Media™”, “Windows™”are a trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation, Inc.

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DISCS

• The types of discs listed on the table below can be used on the DVD-2910/955.
The marks are indicated on the disc labels or jackets.

Usable

discs

Mark (logo)

Recorded

signals

Disc size

DVD video
DVD audio

(NOTE 1)

DVD-R
DVD-RW
(NOTE 2)

Digital audio +

digital video

(MPEG2)

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm

Digital audio +

digital video

(MPEG1)

Digital audio

MP3

Digital picture

(JPEG)

Video CD
(NOTE 1)

CD

CD-R

CD-RW

(NOTE 3)

2 The following types of discs cannot be played on the

DVD-2910/955:

• DVDs with region numbers other than “1” or “ALL”

• DVD-ROM/RAMs

• CD-ROMs (unless MP3, JPEG, WMA Files)

• CVD/VSDs

• CDVs (Only the audio part can be played.)

• CD-Gs (Only the audio is output.)

• Photo CDs

NOTE 1: Some DVD audio, DVD video and video CD discs do not

operate as described in this manual due to the
intentions of the discs’ producers.

NOTE 2: Playing DVD-R and DVD-RW discs

DVD-R and DVD-RW discs recorded in video format on
a DVD recorder can be played on the DVD-2910/955.
Discs that have not be finalized cannot be played.
Depending on the disc’s recording status, the disc may
not be accepted or may not be played normally (the
picture or sound may be not be smooth, etc.).

NOTE 3: According to recording quality, some CD-R/RW cannot

be played.

• Titles and chapters (DVD-videos)
DVD-videos are divided into several large sections called
“titles” and smaller sections called “chapters”.
Numbers are allotted to these sections. These numbers are
called “title numbers” and “chapter numbers”.

• Playback control (video CDs)
Video CDs including the words “playback control” on the
disc or jacket are equipped with a function for displaying
menus on the TV screen for selecting the desired position,
displaying information, etc., in dialog fashion.
In this manual, playing video CDs using such menus is
referred to “menu playback”.
Video CDs with playback control can be used on the DVD­2910/955.

NOTE:

• This DVD player is designed and manufactured to
respond to the Region Management Information that is
recorded on a DVD disc.
If the Region number described on the
DVD disc does not correspond to the
Region number of this DVD player, this
DVD player cannot play this disc.
The Region number for this DVD player is 1.

• Tracks (Super audio CDs, video and music CDs)
Super audio CDs, video and music CDs are divided into
sections called “tracks”.
Numbers are allotted to these sections. These numbers are
called “track numbers”.

For example:

For example:

Title 1

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

Title 2

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

2 Disc terminology

• Groups and tracks (DVD-audios)
DVD-audios are divided into several large sections called
“groups” and smaller sections called “tracks”.
Numbers are allotted to these sections. These numbers are
called “group numbers” and “track numbers”.

For example:

Group 1

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 1 Track 2

Group 2

12 cmJPEGPicture CD

12 cmDigital audio

Super

audio CD

12 cm

12 cm

JPEG

Digital audio

Fujicolor

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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING DISCS

Discs

Only the discs including the marks shown on page 8 can be
played on the DVD-2910/955.
Note, however, that discs with special shapes (heart-shaped discs,
hexagonal discs, etc.) cannot be played on the DVD-2910/955. Do
not attempt to play such discs, as they may damage the player.

Cautions on Handling Discs

• Do not get fingerprints, grease or dirt on discs.

• Be especially careful not to scratch discs when removing them
from their cases.

• Do not bend discs.

• Do not heat discs.

• Do not enlarge the center hole.

• Do not write on the labeled (printed) side with a ball-point pen
or a pencil.

•Water droplets may form on the surface if the disc is moved
suddenly from a cold place to a warm one. Do not use a
hairdryer, etc., to dry the disc.

Cautions on Storing Discs

• Always eject discs after playing them.

• Keep discs in their cases to protect them from dust, scratches
and warping.

• Do not put discs in the following places:

1. Places exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time

2. Humid or dusty places

3. Places exposed to heat from heaters, etc.

Cautions on Loading Discs

• Only load one disc at a time. Loading one disc on top of another
may result in damage or scratch the discs.

• Load 8 cm discs securely in the disc guide, without using an
adapter. If the disc is not properly loaded, it may slip out of the
guide and block the disc tray.

• Be careful not to let your fingers get caught when the disc tray
is closing.

• Do not place anything but discs in the disc tray.

• Do not load cracked or warped discs or discs that have been
fixed with adhesive, etc.

• Do not use discs on which the adhesive part of cellophane tape
or glue used to attach the label is exposed, or discs with traces
of tape or labels that have been peeled off. Such discs may get
stuck inside the player, resulting in damage.

Holding Discs

Avoid touching the surface of discs when loading and unloading
them.

Cleaning Discs

2

Fingerprints or dirt on the disc may lower sound and picture
quality or cause breaks in playback. Wipe off fingerprints or dirt.

2

Use a commercially available disc cleaning set or a soft cloth to
wipe off fingerprints or dirt.

Be careful not to get
fingerprints on the signal
surface (the side which
shines in rainbow colors).

Wipe gently from the middle
outwards.

Do not wipe with a circular
motion.

NOTE:

• Do not use record spray or antistatic. Also do not use
volatile chemicals such as benzene or thinner.

Record

spray

Thinner Benzene

CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space between the
top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other
components.

10 cm or more

10 cm or more

wall

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CONNECTIONS

• Read the manuals of all the components when making
connections.

• Keep the power supply cord unplugged until all connections
have been completed.

• If the power is on when connections are made, noise may
be generated and damage the speakers.

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly, L
(left) to L, R (right) to R.

• Plug the power supply cord securely into the power outlet.
Incomplete connection may result in noise.

• Binding the power supply cord together with connection
cords may result in humming or noise.

NOTES:

(1) Connecting to a TV

• Use the included audio video cord to connect the TV’s video input connector and audio input connectors to the DVD-2910/955’s VIDEO
OUT or S-VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT.

• Connect the DVD-2910/955’s video outputs to the TV either
directly or through an AV amplifier. Do not connect it via a
VCR (video cassette recorder). Some discs contain copy
prohibit signals. If such discs are played via a VCR, the copy
prohibit system may cause disturbance in the picture.

• Set the “TV TYPE” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to
comply with your TV’s video format. When the TV is NTSC
formatted set to NTSC. (See pages 32, 33.)

•To use with 5.1ch audio output, set “2CH (SRS OFF)” or
“2CH (SRS ON)” under “AUDIO CHANNEL” in “AUDIO
SETUP” on the “SETUP” menu to the initial settings.
(See page 34.)

• Set the “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to
comply with your TV’s aspect. (See page 32.)

•To use with video out or s-video output, set “INTERLACED”
in “VIDEO OUT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” at the
initial settings. (See pages 32, 33.)

NOTES:

DVD-2910/955

TV

S-Video output connector

The video signals are divided into color (C) and brightness (Y) signals, achieving a clearer
picture.
If the TV is equipped with an S-Video input connector, we recommend connecting i t t o the
DVD-2910/955’s S-Video output connector using a commercially available S-Video
connection cord.

To power outlet

R

L

VIDEO INS-VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

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(2) Connecting to a TV or Monitor Equipped with Color Component Input Connectors

NOTES:

• Use the three commercially available video cords to connect the DVD-2910/955’s color component output connectors to the TV
or monitor.

• Set the “TV TYPE” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to comply with your TV’s video format. When the TV is NTSC formatted set
to NTSC. (See pages 32, 33.)

• Set the “VIDEO OUT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to comply with Progressive TV.

•To use with 5.1ch audio output, set “2CH (SRS OFF)” or “2CH (SRS ON)” in “AUDIO CHANNEL” in “AUDIO SETUP” in
“SETUP” at the initial settings. (See page 34.)

• Set the “TV ASPECT” in “VIDEO SETUP” in “SETUP” to comply with your TV’s aspect. (See page 32.)

CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS
PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN
PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE “STANDARD DEFINITION”
OUTPUT.

To power outlet

Color component output connectors (PR/CR, PB/CB and Y)

The red (P

R/CR), blue (PB/CB) and brightness (Y) signals are output independently, achieving more faithful

reproduction of the colors.

• The color component input connectors may be marked differently on some TVs or monitors (P

R, PB and Y/R-

Y, B-Y and Y/C

R, CB and Y, etc.). For details, refer to the TV’s operating instructions.

• Connect in this way if your TV is compatible with Progressive Scan.

TV

DVD-2910/955

LR

AUDIO IN

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

PR/CRPB/CBY

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2 Connecting an optical fiber cable (commercially available) to the digital audio input connector (OPTICAL)

Line up in proper direction

Line up the cable in the proper directly, then insert it securely as
far as it goes.

NOTES:

• Harsh noise that could harm your ears or damage the speakers is generated when a DVD recorded in DTS is played while using
a decoder, etc., that is not DTS-compatible.

• When playing copyright-protected linear PCM or packed PCM DVDs, in consideration of copyrights, no digital signals are output
for sources exceeding 48 kHz/16 bits. When playing such sources, either set “LPCM (44.1 kHz/48 kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP”
at “SETUP” to “ON” (See pages 34, 37.) or make analog connections. (See page 14.)

• When making digital connections to an AV amplifier that is not compatible with 96 kHz/88.2 kHz signals, set “LPCM (44.1 kHz/48
kHz)” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “ON”. (See pages 34, 37.)

•With Super audio CDs, digital audio signals cannot be output from the digital out terminals. Use analog connections. (See page

14.)

(3) Connecting to a AV amplifier with a built-in decoder

When DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS are played, Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream signals are output from the DVD player’s digital
audio output connectors. If a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder is connected, you can achieve sound with the power and sense of presence
of a movie theater or concert hall.

DVD-2910/955

Digital audio input
connector (OPTICAL)

Front speaker (left)

Surround speaker (left)

Center speaker

Digital audio input
connector (COAXIAL)

AV amplifier with a built-in decoder

(AV control center)

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

Surround speaker (right)

To power outlet

Optical fiber cable
(commercially
available)

75Ω/ohms pin-plug
cable (commercially
available)

(or)

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2 Sound output from the DVD-2910/955’s digital audio output connectors

In the case of bitstream output

*1 Only 48 kHz/16 bit sources are output.
*2 Only 44.1 kHz/16 bit sources are output.
*3 44.1 kHz/16-bit PCM signals are output during CD layer playback.

• Down-mixed to 2 channels for multi-channel PCM sources. (Only the front left and right channels are output for sources for which
down-mixing is prohibited.)

• When “DIGITAL OUT : OFF” is selected at the PURE DIRECT MODE, digital signals are not output from the digital audio output at this
time.

• Bitstream signals are signals that are compressed and converted into digital format. They are decoded into multi-channel audio signals
(5.1-channels, etc.) by the decoder.

• Linear PCM audio is the signal recording format used for music CDs.
While the signals are recorded at 44.1 kHz/16 bit for music CDs, for DVDs they are recorded at 44.1 kHz/16 bit to 192 kHz/24 bit,
providing higher sound quality than music CDs.

• Packed PCM signals are high sound quality compressed PCM signals that are decompressed with virtually no loss of data.

OFF

DVD audio

Audio recording format

Linear PCM

Video CD

Linear PCM

or

Packed PCM

Music CD
MP3 CD
WMA CD

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

192 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

176.4 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

MPEG 1

44.1 kHz / 16 bit Linear PCM

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3)

WMA (Windows Media Audio)

96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

88.2 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

44.1 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit

LPCM SELECT

48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

ON

DVD video

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1 kHz / 16 bit PCM

No output data

No output data

No output data

No output data

No output data (*1)

No output data (*2)

No output data

No output data (*1)

44.1, 48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1, 48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

Copy protection ON

88.2 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

88.2 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM
96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

Copy protection OFF

44.1, 48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

44.1, 48 kHz / 16 bit PCM

Settings

NORMAL

Audio recording format

Dolby Digital

DTS

DIGITAL OUT

2 channels PCM

(48 kHz / 16 bit)

2 channels PCM

(48 kHz / 16 bit)

PCM

DVD video

Dolby Digital bitstream

DTS bitstream

Settings

In the case of PCM output

48 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

44.1 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

96 kHz / 16 ~ 24 bit PCM

Super audio CD

DSD (DIRECT STREAM DIGITAL) No output data (*3) No output data (*3)

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(4) Connecting a basic 5.1-channel surround system

Analog 5.1-channel audio signals can be output from the DVD-2910/955.
The multichannel audio signals recorded in packed PCM and the multichannel Super audio CDs can be played when an AV amplifier
equipped with analog 5.1-channel audio inputs is connected.

NOTES:

• For multi-channel connections, set “AUDIO CHANNEL” under “AUDIO SETUP” at “SETUP” to “MULTI CHANNEL” and make
the “SPEAKER CONFIGURATION”, “CHANNEL LEVEL” and “DELAY TIME” settings. (See pages 34 ~ 38.)

•With the DVD-2910/955, we recommend turning the digital output off by using the PURE DIRECT MODE and only outputting
analog signals in order to keep interference from the digital output circuitry to a minimum and allow you to enjoy high-quality
multi-channel sound thanks to the high-bit, high sampling frequency. (See pages 43, 44.)

DVD-2910/955

Front speaker (left)

Surround speaker (left)

Center speaker

AV amplifier with 5.1-channel input terminals

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

Surround speaker (right)

To power outlet

SURROUND

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

FRONT

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✽ Set the “AUDIO SETUP” default setting as shown below. (See pages 34 ~ 37.)

• “DIGITAL OUT” → “PCM”
“LPCM (44.1kHz/48kHz)” → “ON”

Playing DVDs with incorrect settings may result noise that could damage your ears or the speakers.

(5) Connecting to a Digital Recorder (MD Recorder, DAT Deck, etc.)

(6) Connecting to a Stereo Component

NOTE:

• When connecting to a 2-channel audio stereo device using the 5.1ch AUDIO OUT, set “AUDIO CHANNEL” under “AUDIO
SETUP” on the “SETUP” menu to “2CH (SRS OFF)” or “2CH (SRS ON)” (See page 34.). For multi-channel sources, the signals
are down-mixed into two channels (analog).
(Only the front left and right channels are output for sources for which down-mixing is prohibited.)

NOTE:

• Digital audio signals cannot be output when playing Super Audio CDs. Use analog connections to record Super Audio CDs.

Optical fiber cable (commercially available)

75Ω/ohms pin-plug cable (commercially available)

DVD-2910/955

Digital audio

input connector

(COAXIAL)

Digital audio

input connector

(OPTICAL)

(or)

DVD-2910/955

Stereo component

B

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A simple 1-cable connection (using a commercially available cable) with a device having an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
connector allows digital transfer of the digital images of DVD video and other sources, DVD video, and the multi-channel sound of DVD
audio.

(7) HDMI connections

Setting of HDMI

Audio

recording

format

DVD

video

MULTI

(NORMAL)

MULTI

(LPCM)

Dolby digital Dolby digital Multi PCM

DTS DTS Multi PCM

DVD

Audio

LPCM or P.PCM

(with CPPM)

XX

LPCM or P.PCM
(without CPPM)

Multi PCM Multi PCM

Video CD

CD

MP3 CD

WMA CD

Super
Audio

CD

Multi area

Stereo area

CD layer

✽ The multi-channel/stereo area sound of Super Audio CD is not

output.

✽ The video and audio signals cannot be output when playing

DVD AUDIO with CPPM.

2CH

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

X

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

2 channel

PCM

X
X

2 channel

PCM

X
X

2 channel

PCM

X
X

2 channel

PCM

Connection Examples for HDMI AUDIO SETUP
HDMI-supported monitor or projector, etc. (2-channel support or no audio support)

•

2CH························Use this connection when you would like to enjoy the multi-channel audio output from an analog audio output

connector.

HDMI-supported monitor/AV amplifier, etc. (Supports DTS and Dolby Digital decoders)

•

MULTI (NORMAL)

···Use this connection when you would like to enjoy the multi-channel audio output from an HDMI connector and you
wish to have a DTS, Dolby Digital, or other decoder connected to do the processing. (Speaker and other settings
are not required.)

HDMI-supported monitor (Supports audio input for 2 or more channels)

•

MULTI (LPCM) ·······Use this connection when you would like to enjoy the multi-channel output from an HDMI connector and the

connection point does not support a DTS, Dolby Digital, or other decoder. (Speaker settings are permitted.)

NOTES:

•

HDMI audio output settings permit the selection of either 2
channels or multi-channels. When selecting multi (NORMAL) or
MULTI (LPCM), a down-mixed audio signal is only output from
the analog connectors (Left/Right and Front Left/Front Right) of
the DVD-2910/955. To output multi-channel sound from the
analog audio output connectors, set HDMI to OFF, or select 2CH.

•

When the HDMI audio setting is set to multi-channel, the
“AUDIO CHANNEL”, “DIGITAL OUTPUT”, “LPCM (44.1
kHz/48 kHz)”, “SOURCE DIRECT”, and “BASS ENHANCER”
under “AUDIO SETUP”.

•

The HDMI audio output is turned off if the digital output is set
to “OFF” at “PURE DIRECT”, and the HDMI video and audio
output are both turned off if the video output is set to “OFF”
or if “ALL OFF” is set. (See Pages 43, 44.)
Also note that it will not be possible to select the setting of
digital output, when selecting “MUL TI (NORMAL)” at “HDMI
AUDIO SETUP”.

• When selecting MULTI (NORMAL) or MULTI (LPCM), the
DVD-2910/955 speaker settings under “AUDIO
SETUP”become invalid.

• When playing a Super Audio CD with an HDMI connection,
audio cannot be transferred beyond the CD layer. Make an
analog connection for this.

• Among the devices that support HDMI, some devices can
control other devices via the HDMI connector; however, the
DVD-2910/955 cannot be controlled by another device vice
the HDMI connector.

• When using display equipment that is not supported by the
HDCP (content protection function), the image will not be
output properly. (See the compatibility table.)

• The audio signals from the HDMI connector (including the
sampling frequency and bit length) may be limited by the
equipment that is connected.

DVD-2910/955

HDMI Input
connector

HDMI cable
(commercially available)

Monitor equipped with

HDMI input connectors

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x

x

(8) DVI connections

Connection with equipment that has a DVI (Digital Visual Interface)-D connector permits the transfer of digital images.
✽ When using display equipment that is not supported by the HDCP (content protection function), the image will not be output properly.

(See the compatibility table.)

✽ Make an audio connection also because an audio signal will not be output from the DVI-D connector.
✽ Commercially-available DVI cables are available in 24-pin and 29-pin types. The DVD-2910/955 supports the 24-pin DVI-D cable, but the

29-pin DVI cable cannot be connected.

NOTE:

HDMI and DVI connectors.

•

The table below indicates the compatibility of connections
between the HDMI/DVI-D output connector of the DVD­2910/955 and monitors that support HDMI/DVI-D.

HDMI output

terminal

Monitor with

HDMI

™

Video/Audio*1

™

(Only Video)

DVI-D output

terminal

Monitor with DVI-D
(HDCP compatible)

™

(Only Video)*2

™

(Only Video)

Monitor with DVI-D

(HDCP incompatible)

*1 Among the monitors that support HDMI, some do not support

audio output (for example, projectors). In connections with
equipment such as this, audio signals are not output from the
HDMI output connector. Use analog audio outputs connectors
to provide the audio output at “DIGITAL INTERFACE SETUP”
under “SETUP”, set “HDMI AUDIO SETUP” to “2CH”.

*2 When the set’s HDMI connector is connected to a DVI-D

compatible monitor (HDCP compatible) with an HDMI-DVI
converter cable (commercially available), the signals are output
in digital RGB, regardless of the “HDMI/DVI SELECT” setting.

To play the digital images and sounds of DVD video or DVD audio via an HDMI/DVI-D connection, it is necessary that both the
player and monitor (or AV amplifier) support a copyright protection system called HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection System). HDCP is copy protection technology that comprises data encryption and authentication of the partner
equipment. The DVD-2910/955 supports HDCP. Please see the user’s manual of your monitor (or AV amplifier) for information
about this.

Copyright Protection System

DVI-D Input
connector

Monitor equipped with
DVI-D input connectors

24P DVI-D cable

(commercially available)

DVD-2910/955

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

(1) Front Panel

See page 3.

q

Power ON/STANDBY button

•Press once to set to the standby mode. The indicator
lights up in red.

•Press again to turn the power on. The indicator lights up in
green.

w

Power indicator

• This indicator lights when the power is on and when the
power is in the standby mode.
Light green : Power is on
Light red : Power is in the standby mode

e

Power switch

•Press once to turn the power on.

•Press again to set to the “OFF” position and turn the
power off.

r

Display

• Information on the disc that is currently playing is shown
on the display. (See page 19.)

t

Remote control sensor

y

Select the playback area/layer of SUPER AUDIO
CD (SUPER AUDIO CD SETUP)

• Switch the area /layer of the Super audio CDS played with
priory.

• MULTI.......When playing Super audio CDs, the Multi

channel area is played with priory

• STEREO....When playing Super audio CDs, the stereo

channel area is played with priority.

•CD.............When playing Super audio CDs, the CDs layer

is played with priority.

u

PURE DIRECT SELECT button

•Press to switch the modes with the specific video signals
and digital audio signals and indicate in display on and off.

(See pages 43, 44.)

i

SELECT of HDMI/DVI button

•Press this to set the video signal output from the HDMI
connector or the DVI connector. (See page 49.)

o

FORMAT of HDMI/DVI button

•Press this to set the video signal format from the HDMI
connector or the DVI connector. (See page 49.)

!0

Disc tray

• Load discs here. (See pages 22, 50.)

•Press the OPEN/CLOSE button

!1 to open and close the

disc tray.

• The disc tray is also closed when the PLAY button

!3 is

pressed.

!1

OPEN/CLOSE button (5)

•Press this to open and close the disc tray.
(See pages 22, 50.)

!2

STILL/PAUSE button (3)

•Press this to pause images or music or to play images

frame by frame. (See page 52.)

!3

PLAY button (1)

•Press this to play the disc. (See page 51.)

!4

STOP button (2)

•Press this to stop the disc. (See page 52.)

!5

Skip button (8)

•Press this to move back to the beginning of the current

track (or chapter). (See page 53.)

•Press again to move back to the beginning to the previous

track (or chapter).

!6

Skip button (9)

•Press this to move ahead to the beginning of the next

track (or chapter). (See page 53.)

!7

Slow/Search buttons (6 7)

•Press this to set the slow or search play mode.
(See pages 52, 53.)

6: search in the reverse direction.
7: search in the forward direction.

MULTI STEREO CD

NORMAL MODE 1 MODE 2 ALL OFF

HDMI Y Cb Cr HDMI RGB

HDMI/DVI OFF

480P/576P 720P 1080i

DVI

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(2) Rear Panel

!8

Audio output connectors (5.1ch AUDIO OUT)

• Connect using an audio cord. Connect a commercially
available pin-plug cord.

!9

Audio output connectors (2ch AUDIO OUT)

• Connect using the included audio video cord.
Multi-channel sound is down-mixed and output.

@0

Digital audio output connector (OPTICAL)

• Connect using an optical fiber cable (available in stores).

• Digital data is output from this connector.

@1

Digital audio output connector (COAXIAL)

• Connect using an digital audio cord. Connect a
commercially available 75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cord.

• Digital data is output from this connector.

@2

Control output connector (ROOM TO ROOM/OUT)

• This is the output connector for wired remote control.
Consult your DENON dealer if you wish to use this
connector.

@3

Control input connector (ROOM TO ROOM/IN)

• This is the input connector for wired remote control.
Consult your DENON dealer if you wish to use this
connector.

@4

HDMI output connector (HDMI)

• Connect using HDMI connection cord (available in stores).

@5

DVI-D-Video output connector (DVI-D OUT)

• Connect using 24P DVI-D connection cord (available in
stores).

@6

S-Video output connector (S-VIDEO OUT)

• Connect using an S-Video connection cord (available in
stores).

@7

Video output connector (VIDEO OUT)

• Connect using the included audio video cord.

@8

Component video output connectors
(COMPONENT VIDEO OUT)

• Connect using video cords (available in stores).

@9

Power input (AC IN)

• Connect to AC power supply using the included power
supply cord.

(3) Display

LFE

SR

SL

!

!

q

Lights to indicate the currently playing disc.

w

Lights in the repeat play mode.

e

These light to indicate the names of sections of the disc
being played.

r

Lights during playback of multiple angles disc.

t

Lights when the audio signals can be down-mixed.

y

Lights in the programmed play mode.

u

Lights in the random play mode.

i

There light to indicate the time display mode.

o

Lights when HDCD is playing.

!0

Lights when SRS TruSurround is on.

!1

Lights to indicate the currently playing audio format.

!2

Lights to indicate the currently playing audio.
L:Front left channel S :Mono surround channel
C:Center channel SR : Surround right channel
R:Front right channel LFE: Low frequency effect
SL : Surround left channel

!3

Lights to indicate the currently playing video type.
F :Film source
V:Video source

!4

Lights when progressive video signals are being output.

!5

Displays the title , track number and elapsed time during
playback.

!6

Lights when the video (or audio) signals is output from
HDMI or DVI terminals.(Lights only one of the HDMI or DVI.)
(Flashes while the connection to the DVI-D or HDMI
connector is being checked.)

!7

Lights to indicate the currently video format of HDMI or DVI
terminals.
(Flashes while the connection to the DVI-D or HDMI
connector is being checked.)

qer t y u i

SUPER DVD
AUDIO VCD

PROGRESSIVE
F V

GROUP TITLE TRACK CHAP ANGLE D.MIX PROG RAND TOTAL SING REM HDCD

1 A-B

!0

ow

L.PCMP.PCM
MPEG JPEG
WMA MP3 HDMI 480P 576P

IEEE1394 DVI 720P 1080i

!5!4!3

1

DIGITAL

SL

!6

CSL

R

SR

!7

2

LFE

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

2 The DVD-2910/955 can be controlled from a distance using the included remote control unit (RC-985).

(1) Inserting Batteries

q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover.

w Place two R6P/AA batteries in the battery compartment in the

direction indicated by the marks.

e Close the rear cover.

Cautions On Batteries

• Use R6P/AA batteries in this remote control unit.

• Replace the batteries with new ones approximately once
a year, though this depends on the frequency with which
the remote control unit is used.

• If the remote control unit does not operate from close to
the main unit, replace the batteries with new ones, even
if less than a year has passed.

• The included battery is only for verifying operation.
Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.

•When inserting the batteries, be careful to do so in the
proper direction, following the < and > marks in the
remote control unit’s battery compartment.

•To prevent damage or battery fluid leakage:

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not use two different types of batteries.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of

batteries in flames.

• Remove the batteries when not planning to use the
remote control unit for a long period of time.

• If the batteries should leak, carefully wipe off the fluid
from the inside of the battery compartment, then insert
new batteries.

(2) Using the Remote Control Unit

• When operating the remote control unit, point it at the
remote control sensor as shown on the diagram.

• The remote control unit can be used from a direct
distance of approximately 7 meters. This distance will
be shorter, however, if there are obstacles in the way
or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at
the remote control sensor.

• The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal
angle of up to 30° with respect to the remote control
sensor.

NOTES:

• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit
if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct
sunlight or strong artificial light.

• Do not press buttons on the main unit and on the
remote control unit at the same time. Doing so will
result in malfunction.

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(3) Names and Functions of Remote Control Unit Buttons

SELECT

HDMI/DVI OPEN/

SUPER AUDIO

FORMAT

NTSC/PAL

CLOSE

CD SETUP

PROGRAM

/DIRECT

CLEAR

CALLSEARCH MODE

AUDIOSUBTITLEANGLE

PAGE

MARKERRANDOM DIMMERZOOM

PICTURE
ADJUST

SETUP MEMORY

A-BREPEAT

SELECT

PURE DIRECT

DISPLAYTOP MENU

RETURNMENU

SKIP SLOW/SEARCH

PLAYSTILL/PAUSESTOP

POWER OFF POWER ON

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2 Button not explained here function in the same way as the corresponding buttons on the main unit.

q

POWER ON/POWER OFF buttons

•Press this to switch the power between on and standby.

w

HDMI/DVI SELECT/FORMAT buttons

• Use these to select to use HDMI terminal or DVI terminal,
and the format of video signals (480P/576P,720P,1080i).

e

Number buttons

• Use these to input numbers.

Use the +10 button to input numbers of 10 or over.
Example: To input 25

r

This button does not function

t

ANGLE button

•Press this to switch the angle.

y

TOP MENU button

• The top menu stored on the disc is displayed.

u

Cursor buttons/ENTER button

• Use the • and ª cursor buttons to select in the vertical
direction.

Use the

0 and 1 cursor buttons to select in the horizontal

direction.
Press the ENTER button to select the item selected with the
cursor buttons.

i

MENU button

• The DVD menu stored on the disc is displayed.

o

STOP button (2)

!0

STILL/PAUSE button (3)

!1

SKIP buttons

!2

REPEAT button

•Press this to play tracks repeatedly.

!3

A-B repeat button (A-B)

• Use this to repeat sections between two specific points.

!4

RANDOM button

•Press this to play the tracks on the video or music CD in
random order.

!5

MARKER button

•Press this to mark places you want to see again.

!6

SETUP button

•Press this to display the default setting screen.

!7

PICTURE ADJUST button

•Press this to adjust the picture quality to suit your tastes.

!8

OPEN/CLOSE button

!9

NTSC/PAL button

• Use this to switch the set’s video output format
(NTSC/PAL).

@0

SUPER AUDIO CD SETUP button

@1

PROGRAM/DIRECT button

@2

CLEAR button

•Press this to clear numbers that you have input.

@3

CALL button

•Press this to check the program contents.

@4

SEARCH MODE button

•Press this to change the search mode to search for groups
or titles, tracks or chapters when selecting sections of
discs directly using the number buttons.

@5

AUDIO button

• For DVDs, press this to switch the audio language. For
video CDs, press this to switch the channel between
“STEREO”, “MONO LEFT” and “MONO RIGHT”.

@6

SUBTITLE button

•Press this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.

@7

DISPLAY button

•Press this to display the ON-SCREEN.

@8

RETURN button

•Press this to return to the previous menu screen.

@9

PLAY button (1)

#0

SLOW/SEARCH buttons

#1

PAGE –/PAGE + buttons

• Use these to selected the desired still picture on DVD
audio discs containing browseable still pictures.

#2

ZOOM button

•Press this to enlarge the image.

#3

DIMMER button

• Use this to adjust the brightness of the main unit’ s display.
Can be switched in 4 steps, from all off to always on.

#4

PURE DIRECT MEMORY/SELECT buttons

• Use these to make and select that various setting to
achieve higher quality sound.

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LOADING DISCS

2 Set discs in the disc tray with the labeled (printed) side facing up.

Inner disc guide
(8 cm disc)

Disc tray

NOTE:

• Do not move the DVD-2910/955 while a disc is playing.
Doing so may scratch the disc.

(1) Opening and Closing the Disc Tray

q Turn on the power.
w Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.

Disc tray

OPEN/CLOSE button

NOTES:

• Be sure to turn on the power before opening and closing
the disc tray.

• Do not strike on the button with a pencil, etc.

(2) Loading Discs

• Pick up the disc carefully so as not to touch the signal surface
and hold it with the labeled side facing up.

•With the disc tray fully open, set the disc in the disc tray.

• Set 12 cm discs in the outer disc guide (Figure 1), 8 cm discs in
the inner disc guide (Figure 2).

•Press the OPEN/CLOSE button. The disc is automatically
loaded.

• The disc tray can also be closed automatically to load the disc
by pressing the PLAY button.

Figure 1

Outer disc guide

12 cm disc

Figure 2

Inner disc guide

8 cm disc

NOTES:

• If a foreign object is caught in the disc tray during closing,
simply press the OPEN/CLOSE button again and the tray
will open.

• Do not press the disc tray in by hand when the power is
off. Doing so will damage it.

• Do not place foreign objects in the disc tray. Doing so will
damage it.

Outer disc guide
(12 cm disc)

Power switch

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2

3

In the stop mode, press the SETUP button.

• The setup (default settings) screen appears.
NOTE: For some menus, the initial values can be changed

during playback.

LANGUAGE SETUP

Use this to set the language to be used when playing the
disc. If the set language is not offered on that disc, the discs
default language is set.
And use this to set the language for the default setting screen
and messages displayed on the TV screen (“PLAY”, etc.).

DIGITAL INTERFACE SETUP

Use this to set the output of DVI and HDMI terminals.

VIDEO SETUP

Use this to set the DVD-2910/955’s screen mode. (TV aspect
and TV type.)

AUDIO SETUP

Use this to set the DVD-2910/955’s audio output mode.
(Digital and LPCM output settings.)

RATINGS

Use this to disable playback of adult DVDs so that children
cannot watch them. Note that playback of adult DVDs cannot
be disabled if the rating level is not recorded on the DVD.

OTHER SETUP

These include special settings such as CAPTIONS, WALL
PAPER , etc,.

Use the 0and 1cursor buttons to select the desired setting
item, then press the ENTER button.
Select “LANGUAGE SETUP”. (See page 26.)
Select “DIGITAL INTERFACE SETUP”. (See page 29.)
Select “VIDEO SETUP”. (See page 32.)
Select “AUDIO SETUP”. (See page 34.)
Select “RATINGS”. (See page 39.)
Select “OTHER SETUP”. (See page 41.)

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CHANGING THE DEFAULT SETTINGS

Remote control unit

Remote control unit

✽

To exit the setup mode

Use the ªcursor button to select “EXIT SETUP”, then press the ENTER button. It is also possible to quit by pressing the SETUP
button on the remote control unit.

1

Turn on the power.

•Press the power button, the power indicator lights green
and the power turns on.
When pressed again, the power turns off and indicator is
off.

• In the standby mode (the power indicator lights red), press
the ON/STANDBY button on the main unit or POWER ON
button on the RC-985.

Main unit

2 Make the initial settings to suit your usage conditions before starting playback.

The initial settings are retained until they are next changed, even if the power is turned off.

Remote control unit

(Green)

ON / STANDBY

Main unit

Remote control unit

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ON / STANDBY

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ENGLISH

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Setup items for use

Bold characters indicate factory defaults.

The display depends on the connected device.

LANGUAGE SETUP

DIALOG

ENGLISH

FRENCH
SPANISH
GERMAN
JAPANESE
OTHERS

SUBTITLE

DISC MENUS

OSD LANGUAGE

DIGITAL INTERFACE SETUP

HDMI/DVI
BLACK LEVEL
(without HDMI Y Cb Cr)

HDMI AUDIO SETUP

VIDEO SETUP

TV ASPECT

TV TYPE

VIDEO OUT

PROGRESSIVE
MODE

OFF

ENGLISH
FRENCH
SPANISH
GERMAN
JAPANESE
OTHERS

ENGLISH

FRENCH
SPANISH
GERMAN
JAPANESE
OTHERS

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL

NORMAL

ENHANCED

2CH

MULTI(NORMAL)
MULTI(LPCM)

4:3 PS
4:3 LB

WIDE (16:9)

NTSC
PAL

MULTI

PROGRESSIVE

INTERLACED

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AUTO2
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
VIDEO3

HDMI SPEAKER SETUP

SPEAKER
CONFIGURATION

CHANNEL LEVEL

DELAY TIME

FRONT SP
CENTER SP

SUBWOOFER
SURROUND SP

TEST TONE

FRONT LCH
CENTER
FRONT RCH
SURROUND RCH
SURROUND LCH
SUBWOOFER

DISTANCE
FRONT LCH

FRONT RCH
CENTER
SURROUND LCH
SURROUND RCH
SUBWOOFER
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LARGE

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LARGE

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YES

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LARGE

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OFF

AUTO
MANUAL
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METERS

FEET

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12ft
10ft
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SQUEEZE MODE

OFF

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