Dolby Laboratories SDV-27 User Manual

PORTABLE DVD PLAYER

SDV-27

Operating Instructions

Important safety instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this appliance near water.

6. Clean only with a soft, dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Never defeat the safety ground of the polarised or grounding-type plug. A polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the plug provided does not fit into your socket, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete socket.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the trolley, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. When a trolley is used, take care when moving the trolley/appliance combination to avoid injury if it tips over.

13. Unplug the appliance during thunderstorms or when it is to be unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the appliance has been damaged in any way, or the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled on it or objects have fallen into it, the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

16. The shock hazard marking and associated graphic symbol is on the bottom panel of the unit.

17. The appliance must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no containers filled with liquid may be placed on the appliance.

Note:

This battery pack (Sb11, SB11-X,) is for SDV17, SDVX7, SDVX7-XXX series use only.

Precautions

Thank you for purchasing this portable DVD player. Please read this manual carefully before operating it, and keep it safe for future reference. It will be helpful if you encounter any operational problem.

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

ATTENTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE

LASER: This Digital Video Disc player employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of

LASER:

Type Wave length Output power Beam divergence

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO CONTAINERS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ARE PLACED ON THE APPLIANCE. DANGEROUSLY HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE APPLIANCE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.

the appliance, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorised service agent - see service procedure.

Use of controls, adjustments or carrying out procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated.

DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM

Semiconductor laser GaAIAs 650 nm/780nm 5mW 60degree

Warning:

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Caution:

Use of controls or adjustments or carrying out procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION!

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN

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 enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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

CAUTION:

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM.

MACROVISION: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by

FCC NOTICE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

DOLBY: Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D

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

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Contents

Important safety instructions..................................................................................................................... 2

Precautions.................................................................................................................................................. 3

Contents ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Precautions when using this Player ......................................................................................................... 9

Precautions for battery pack operation.................................................................................................. 11

Operation of the battery pack...................................................................................................................................11

Storage ....................................................................................................................................................................11

Service life and disposal ..........................................................................................................................................11

Types of discs playable on this Player................................................................................................... 12

Marks indicated on DVDs.........................................................................................................................................12

Disc structure........................................................................................................................................................... 13

Using these operating instructions......................................................................................................... 14

Checking the accessories........................................................................................................................ 15

Checking the accessories ........................................................................................................................................15

Remote control unit and main unit preparations................................................................................... 16

Notes on using the remote control unit.....................................................................................................................16

Replacing the battery............................................................................................................................................... 16

Remote control unit operating range ........................................................................................................................17

Parts and functions................................................................................................................................... 18

Liquid crystal display................................................................................................................................................18

Main unit control section ..........................................................................................................................................19

Main unit left side..................................................................................................................................................... 20

Main unit right panel................................................................................................................................................. 20

Main unit rear side....................................................................................................................................................21

How to stand............................................................................................................................................................ 21

Main unit bottom side............................................................................................................................................... 21

Remote control unit (frequently used buttons)..........................................................................................................22

Remote control unit (other buttons).......................................................................................................................... 23

Names of battery parts and their functions............................................................................................................... 24

Connecting the Player to other devices .................................................................................................25

Before connecting ....................................................................................................................................................25

Connecting to a TV ..................................................................................................................................................25

Connecting to a Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG decoder or an amplifier with built-in decoder......................................26

Connecting to a digital amplifier that is not Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG compatible ................................................27

Connecting to active speaker systems..................................................................................................................... 28

Connecting earphone............................................................................................................................................... 29

Using the battery .......................................................................................................................................30

Recharging the battery pack....................................................................................................................................30

Notes for recharging.................................................................................................................................................31

Attaching the battery pack to the player ...................................................................................................................31

AC power operation .................................................................................................................................................32

Removing the battery pack from the player.............................................................................................................. 32

Turning on the power................................................................................................................................ 33

Playback functions.................................................................................................................................... 34

Loading ....................................................................................................................................................................34

Playing.....................................................................................................................................................................35

If a menu screen appears ........................................................................................................................................36

To display the menu screen .....................................................................................................................................36

Stopping playback.................................................................................................................................................... 36

Pausing playback.....................................................................................................................................................36

Returning to the previous chapter or track (DVDs, video CDs and CDs)..................................................................37

Moving to the next chapter or track (DVDS, video CDs and CDs)...........................................................................37

Removing the disc....................................................................................................................................................37

Turning off the power ............................................................................................................................... 38

Advanced functions ..................................................................................................................................39

Searching for a specific scene.................................................................................................................................39

Viewing in slow motion (DVDs and video CDs)........................................................................................................39

Repeating DVDs, video CDs and CDs .....................................................................................................................39

Selecting angle (multi-angle).................................................................................................................................... 39

Changing from AV OUT to AV IN............................................................................................................................. 40

Setting up the Player................................................................................................................................. 41

General steps of setup............................................................................................................................................. 41

System setup .............................................................................................................................................42

TV system................................................................................................................................................................ 42

Screen saver............................................................................................................................................................ 42

TV type ....................................................................................................................................................................43

Password .................................................................................................................................................................44

Rating ......................................................................................................................................................................44

Default .....................................................................................................................................................................45

Language setup......................................................................................................................................... 45

OSD language .........................................................................................................................................................45

Audio language ........................................................................................................................................................45

Subtitle language .....................................................................................................................................................46

Menu language ........................................................................................................................................................46

Audio setup................................................................................................................................................ 47

Audio out..................................................................................................................................................................47

Video setup ................................................................................................................................................48

Brightness................................................................................................................................................................ 48

Contrast ...................................................................................................................................................................48

Hue ..........................................................................................................................................................................49

Saturation.................................................................................................................................................................49

Digital setup ............................................................................................................................................... 50

Digital setup.............................................................................................................................................................50

Precautions during use ............................................................................................................................51

Trouble shooting....................................................................................................................................... 52

Precautions when using this Player

Do not move the player during playback

During playback, the disc spins at high speed, so do not lift or move the player, as doing so may damage the disc.

Transporting the player

When transporting the player be sure to remove the disc and turn off the power, then unplug the power cord.

Place of installation

Select a stable place near the TV or stereo system to which you are going to connect the player. Do not place the player on top of a TV or colour monitor. Install the player away from cassette decks or other devices which are affected by magnetic forces.

Do not place objects on top of the player

Do not place any objects on top of the player.

Turn off the power when not using the player

If the player is connected to your TV but is not in use, switch the power off. This prevents interference with your normal TV picture. Noise problems may also be experienced if used near a radio.

Special note regarding use of player in vehicles

 We strongly advise against using the player while driving.  Most countries and states have laws which prohibit or severely restrict the use of the player in

vehicles while driving.

 Do not store or leave the player or the battery pack in extremely cold (about -10°C or lower) or

extremely hot places (about 60°C or higher), such as inside the passenger saloon or boot in midsummer. Doing so may warp the outer case or reduce the performance or quality of the battery pack.

When carrying on planes

Observe the airline company's regulations.

When carrying in hospitals

Observe the hospital's regulations.

When using with car power cable in cars

Turn on the engine and then connect with the car power cable.

Cleaning the player

Clean the player using a soft, dry cloth. For stubborn dirt, apply some neutral detergent diluted in 5 to 6 parts water to a soft cloth, wring out thoroughly, wipe off the dirt, then wipe the player with a dry cloth. Note that alcohol, thinner, benzene, insecticides, etc., may cause the print or coating to peel off. Also avoid leaving rubber or plastic products in contact with the player for long periods of time, as this may damage the cabinet. When using chemically treated cloths, read the cloth's instructions carefully. Always unplug the power cord from the power outlet before cleaning the player.

To clean dirt off the liquid crystal display, wipe the display gently with a soft, dry cloth (such as an eyeglass cleaning cloth). Note that leaving water droplets on the display for long periods of time may result in discoloration or stains. For stubborn dirt, use a commercially available liquid crystal display cleaner.

Copyrights

Unauthorised duplication, broadcasting, public performance or rental of discs is prohibited by law.

Precautions for battery pack operation

Operation of the battery pack

 Charge the battery pack fully before using it for the first time.  When the ambient temperature is too high, the battery pack may be unusable due to activation of

protection circuitry.

 When the portable DVD player is powered from the battery pack and if the player has not been

operated for about 10 minutes with the power switched on, the player will turn off automatically. (Auto power off)

 The battery pack becomes hot after use and the portable DVD player also becomes hot during use.

This is not a malfunction.

 When the battery pack is not to be used for a long period, be sure to remove it from the portable

DVD player. If the battery pack is left installed, a continual flow of weak current will over-discharge it and eventually it will become unusable even when you try to charge it later.

 If the portable DVD player is switched on while the battery pack is not fully charged, the operation

may sometimes be unstable. Be sure to charge the battery pack fully before use.

Storage

 The battery pack should be stored in an ambient temperature between 15°C and 25°C. Avoid

storing it in extremely low or high temperatures, in high humidity or in a place subject to soot, etc.

 When the battery pack is stored for a long period, it is recommended to discharge it fully on the

portable DVD player at least once a year, recharge it fully and return it to store.

Service life and disposal

 When the charging time or available operation time becomes extremely short, the battery may be

reaching the end of its life. The battery pack can be used for about 300 cycles of recharging and operations.

 To dispose of a used battery pack, wrap a piece of tape around the terminal section and treat it in

compliance with your local regulations.

Caution:

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Types of discs playable on this Player

 The discs listed on the table below can be played on this player without an adapter.

 The marks shown on the table below are indicated on the disc's label, package or jacket. .

Types of playable discs and their marks DVD-Video-Discs

Marks indicated on DVDs

DVD discs or packages include the marks shown below. These marks indicate the type of video or audio signals recorded on the disc and the functions that can be used.

Mark Meaning

Diameter/Playable sides Playback time

DVD Video 12cm / single-sided 12cm / double-sided

DVD Video 8 cm / single-sided

8 cm / double-sided

CD 12 cm / single-sided CD 8 cm / single-sided

1 layer 2 layer

1 layer 2 layer 1 layer 2 layer 74 minutes CD

20 minutes

indicates the number of audio tracks.

indicates the number of angles.

indicates the selectable picture aspect ratio.

indicates the playable region number.

(MPEG-2-format) 133 minutes (4.7 GByte) 242 minutes (8.5 GByte) 266 minutes (9.4 GByte) 484 minutes (17 GByte) (MPEG-2-format) 41 minutes 75 minutes 82 minutes 150 minutes

Disc structure

CDs are divided into units called tracks. Generally one track corresponds to one song. Tracks are sometimes further divided into indexes.

CDs Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

DVDs are divided into units called titles, which are subdivided into chapters. They also include menu screens that do not belong to any title. With movies, normally one movie corresponds to one title. On karaoke discs, one song corresponds to one title. Some discs are not divided in this way, however, so take care when using the search and programming functions.

DVDs Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4

Using these operating instructions

Be sure to read the operating instructions carefully before using the player. You can then take maximum advantage of all functions of this player.

When this player is connected to a TV or AV amplifier, the setup screen should be displayed. Choose the various corresponding settings according to the equipment connected.

With DVDs it is possible to use setup to change the subtitle and audio languages and select the desired sound mode from among multiple sound tracks.

In order to take full advantage of the many functions of this player, be sure to store these OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS in an accessible place.

Checking the accessories

After unpacking, check that all the accessories listed below are included.

AC / DC adapter AV cable

Ear phone Car power cable

Card-type remote control unit Operating instructions (this manual)

Soft carrying bag Accessories bag

Battery pack Short car bag

Remote control unit and main unit preparations

Notes on using the remote control unit

 Do not drop or step on the remote control unit or subject it to shocks, as this may damage it.  Note that the remote control unit may not work if there are obstacles between it and the remote

sensor.

 Do not expose the remote sensor to strong light. Doing so may make operation impossible.  Use the remote control unit within the specified operating range.

Replacing the battery

1 Insert your finger nail into A and B on the diagram

below, press A according to the direction, then pull out the battery holder.

2 Remove the old battery, then insert the new battery

into the battery holder with the + side facing upwards.

3 Fit the battery holder back into place.

Note:

To prevent leakage of fluid from the lithium battery, remove the battery when not using the remote control unit for long periods of time (one month or more). If the battery leaks fluid, carefully wipe it out of the battery case, then change to a new lithium battery.

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