Grundig GDP 1600P User Manual

DVD-PLAYER

GDP 1600P

ENGLISH

FEATURES

DVD, CD, MP3 compatible
CD-R, CD-RW capable

TV format:

PAL / NTSC color system
LB/PS screen format select

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

CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

About DVD
About the player

Front panel
Rear panel
Remote control

SYSTEM CONNECTION

System connection figure
Connecting to a TV set
Connecting to stereo amplifier
Connecting to digital amplifier

GETTING STARTED

Play a disc
Problem disc message
Power management

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DVD features:

Multi Subtitle select
Multi Language select
Multi Angle select

Other features:

On screen display menu
Digital zooming
Slow motion
Parental control
Auto screen saver

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.

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

The player has built in copyright
protection technology that
prevents copying from a DVD
disc to any media.

If a video recorder is connected to
the player, the video output image
will be distorted during recording.

FUNCTION BUTTONS

SETUP MENU

GENERAL SETUP
AUDIO SETUP
DOLBY SETUP
VIDEO SETUP
PREFERENCE

TROUBLE SHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

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15-16

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SAFETY INFORMATION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

: To reduce the risk of fire

CAUTION

and electric shock, do not remove the cover
(or back) of the unit. Refer servicing only 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 product's enclosure that may be of suffi­cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

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

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

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

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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

Installation

1.

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

2.

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

Read all Warnings-Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the

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operating instructions.

4.

Polarization- This video product is equipped with a polarized alternating ­current line plug. This plug will fit into the power outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obs­olete outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an
extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully in­serted without blade exposure. If you need an extension cord, use a polariz­ed cord.

Power Sources- This video product should be operated only from the type

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

Overloading- Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can

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

7.

Power-Cord Protection- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacl­es, and the point where they exit from the video product.

Ventilation- Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to

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

9.

Attachments- Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

10.

Water and Moisture- do not use this video product near water for example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool and the like. Caution: Maintain electrical safety.
Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should
bear safety certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be
modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any

danger and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This
will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt,
contact qualified service personnel.

Accessories- Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand,

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

12.

A video product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product
and cart combination to overturn.
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to
Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.

13.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding- If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
builtup static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI
/NFPA No.70-1984 (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part1) provi­des information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and support­ing structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.

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

Use

Cleaning- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

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Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for clean­ing.

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

17.

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

Service

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

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Conditions requiring service-unplug this video product from the wall outlet,
refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
C. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the video does not operate normally by following the instruction manual.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
video product to its normal operation.
E. If the video product has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged.
F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this
indicates a need for service.

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

21.

Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video pro­duct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by
the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating
condition.

22.

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

23.

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

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INTRODUCTION

About DVD

DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is a digital video medium
under the MPEG II format, featuring a variety of
revolutionary entertainment capabilities. The MPEG II
video compression technology provides capacity for an
excellent picture of minimum 500 lines resolution on
screen, up to 8 language soundtracks, up to 9 views
from different camera angles and up to 32 language
subtitles (provided by the DVD disc itself which supports
these features).

Disc information

Disc types

Decoding

Method

Capacity

Disc size

Horizontal
Resolution

Sub-titles

Sound tracks

Symbol

DVD features symbols

Each DVD disc contains various features depending
on production of the disc. Below are some of the
symbols representing the features:

2

Number of Audio Tracks

2

Number of Subtitles

2

Angle Indicator

The player has built in copyright
protection technology that
prevents copying from a DVD
disc to any media.

If a video recorder is connected to
the player, the video output image
will be distorted during recording.

Some features contained in this DVD player are related to
the DVD disc's software.

Some features cannot be performed if the disc does not
support the feature, or requires special settings.

Check the features printed on the disc's packing or follow
the instructions of the Disc's on screen menu.

DVD

Digital / MPEG II

Single-layer / Single side

4.7GB = 2 hr

Single-layer / Double sides

8.5GB = 4 hr

Double-layers / Single side

9.4GB = 4.5 hr

Double-layers / Double sides

17GB = 8 hr

12cm / 8cm

500 lines up

32

8

REMARK

L B

16 : 9

++

CD

Digital

650MB = 74min

12cm / 8cm

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Screen Format

Zoom

Select a DVD disc

DVD Region Code

DVD discs and DVD players are manufactured
under the worldwide agreed DVD Regional
Code System that the player will operate only
with corresponding disc of the same Regional
Code.

Region code

Region

1

Canada, USA

2

Europe (incl. Poland, Romania, The Czech
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, Former Soviet Union, India, North

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Korea, Pakistan, Turkmenistan

China

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Maintenance

Precautions for handling and cleaning discs handling
discs.
To keep a disc clean, do not touch the play side
(Non-Label side ) of the disc.
Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.

Keep the disc away from direct direct sunlight or
heat sources.
Store the disc in a disc case after playback.
Cleaning discs.
Before playback, wipe the disc outwards from the
center with clear cloth.

Keep dust from the pickup lens by keeping the disc
tray closedafter use. If there is dust on the pickup
lens, use a cleaning disc to clean it. Refer to the
operating instructions of the cleaning disc you
bought.

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INTRODUCTION

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1. Power button

2. Disc tray

3. VFD Display

4. Play/pause button

5. Stop button

Composite Video Output

Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr
(Component Video Output)

Pb/Cb

Y

Pr/Cr

L

R

COAXIAL

S-VIDEO

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GDP1600P

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6. Remote control receiver

7. Fast backward search/Skip

8. Fast forward search/Skip forward

9. Eject button

VIDEO

Audio L output

Audio R output

Coaxial Digital Audio output

S-video output

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INTRODUCTION

STANDBY

2

1

3

SUBTITLE

NUMBER KEYS

SETUP

P-SCAN

DISPLAY

ZOOM

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP BUTTON

REPEAT

OPEN/CLOSE

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8

7

9

0

ANGLE

AUDIO

PROG

SEARCH

OK

NAVIGATION KEYPAD

TITLE

MENU
SLOW

NEXT BUTTON /
FAST FORWARD

PREV BUTTON /
FAST BACKWARD

MUTE

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Notes

The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam. Be sure to aim the remote control directly at the player`s infrared sensor
during operation. When the sensor is covered or there is a large object between the remote control and the sensor, the sensor cannot
receive signals. The sensor may not be able to receive signals properly when it is exposed to direct sunlight or a strong artificial
light (such as a fluorescent or strobe lights). In this case, change the direction of the light or reposition the unit to avoid direct lighting.

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DO NOT connect the

AC power socket to the

wall outlet before the system

connection is completed

Connect to the

Digital decofing amplifier

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

COAXIAL

Pr/Cr

R

Pb/Cb

L

Y

coaxial output only

SYSTEM CONNECTION

Television Set

Stereo amplifier

This connection is optional for

connecting to a TV set that does

not have AV input jacks.

This connection gives the lowest

System connection figure

qicture quality.

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S-Vide

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