Hitachi HTDK150EBS User Manual

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM
HTDK150EBS

DVD/VCD/CD PLAYER WITH
AV SURROUND RECEIVER

Instruction manual

Manufactured under license from Dolby laboratories. Dolby , Pro Logic and the double D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Words. 1992 - 1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All right reserved.

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Table of Contents

Important Safeguards and Precautions ............................3~7

Features of This System ........................................................... 8

Conventions about This Manual ............................................. 8

Type of Disc That Can be Played on This System ............... 9

Notes on Discs .........................................................................10

Selecting the Type of Disc for the Connected TV ............... 11

Installations

Index to parts and control(Front Panel)................................12

Index to parts and control(Front Panel Display) .................13

Index to parts and control(Rear Panel) ................................14

Index to parts and control(Remote Control)..................15-16

Unpacking .................................................................................17

Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control .......................17

Speaker System Hookup........................................................18

Antenna Hookups ....................................................................19

TV and Optional Component Hookups ................................20

Connecting the AC Power Cord ............................................20

Basic Setup

Selecting the Language for OSD ..........................................21

Selecting the Color System ....................................................22

Selecting the Audio Output Mode ..........................................22

Selecting the Video Output Mode ..........................................23

Speakers Setup..................................................................23-25

Presetting Radio Stations ......................................................26

..........................................12~20

.............................................21~26

Dual Mono Setting....................................................................41

Dynamic Range Setting ..........................................................41

Setting the Language for Audio .............................................42

Setting the Language for Subtitle..........................................42

Setting the Language for Disc Menu ....................................42

Setting the Parental Control Level ........................................43

Setting a New Password ........................................................43

Resetting SETUP .....................................................................44

Special Functions

Picture Zooming .......................................................................45

Angle Selection.........................................................................46

Subtitle Language Selection..................................................46

Audio Language Selection .....................................................46

Using Headphones .................................................................47

Other Functions

Listening to the Radio .......................................................48-49

Listening to an External Source ............................................49

Selecting Listening Modes .....................................................50

Using the Sleep Timer ............................................................50

Additional Information

Troubleshooting .................................................................51-53

Glossary ...............................................................................53-54

Specifications .....................................................................55-56

....................45~48

............................48~50

.51~56

Playing Discs

Basic Play..................................................................................27

Slow-Motion Play......................................................................28

Single Stepping Play ...............................................................28

Locate a Point Quickly.............................................................28

Skip Next or Previous ..............................................................28

Using the Menu for Each DVD ...............................................29

Playing Video CDs with PBC .................................................30

Repeat Play...............................................................................31

A-B Repeat Play........................................................................31

Program Play ............................................................................32

Selecting a Start Point Using the Time Code .....................33

Selecting a Track Using Number Buttons ...........................33

Checking Information Using Display ...................................34

Settings & Adjustments

Using the SETUP Menu ....................................................35-36

SETUP Menu Item List............................................................37

TV Display Setting ....................................................................38

Angle Mark Setting ...................................................................38

Screen Saver Setting ...............................................................38

Center Delay Setting................................................................39

Rear Delay Setting ...................................................................39

Bass Mode Setting...................................................................40

Audio Mode Setting ..................................................................41

......................................27~34

..35~44

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2

SOME DO’S AND DON’T ON THE SAFE USE OF YOUR
EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like
any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be
assured.

• DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

• DO ensure that all electrical connections(including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between pieces of

equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer`s instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains
plug when making or changing connections.

• DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

• DO be careful with glass panels or doors on the equipment.

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• DON T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way-switch

off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

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• DON T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

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• DON T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended

operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family knows how to
do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

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• DON T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It

is illegal to watch television whilst driving a vehicle.

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• DON T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

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• DON T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheating will cause

damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

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• DON T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws-to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer`s

approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

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• DON T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.

ABOVE ALL

- NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case-this could

result in a fatal electrical shock;

- NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind. It is better to be safe than sorry !

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3

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following
standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN6100-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC directives.

IMPORTANT

The mains lead on this equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on
the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS1362 fuse must be used of the same
rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure
it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from your dealer.

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable
is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

Should it be necessary to change the mains plug, this must be carried out by a competent person, preferably a qualified
electrician.

If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first removed the fuse, to
avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue : NEUTRAL
Brown : LIVE

As these colour may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire
coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED.

On no account connect either of these wires to the terminal marked E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and
yellow.

Alternatively, this equipment may be supplied with a rewireable plug already fitted, which may be removed if not suitable and an
alternative fitted in accordance with the preceding instructions.

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4

WARNING

Welcome!

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not ex­pose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Mains cord must only be changed at quali­fied service shop.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

• This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

• The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on

the rear panel.

• This product contains a low power laser device. To ensure

continued safety do not remove any cover or attempt to gain
access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to
qualified personnel only.

Thank you for purchasing this DVD Compact AV system.
Before operating the unit, please read this operation manual
thoroughly and then keep it for future reference as it will be
useful if you have any operation problems in the future.

CAUTION

The use of optical instrument with this product will increase
eyes hazard. As the laser beam used in this CD/DVD player
is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabi­net.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The following marking is printed on the rear panel.

This symbol is intended to alert the user of
the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage”within the product’s encasement that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user of
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

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Important Safeguards and Precautions

Safeguards

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This
unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your
personal safety. Improper use can result in potential electri­cal shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards,
observe the following instructions for its installation, use and
servicing.

Power Cord Protection

To avoid any malfunctions of the unit, and to protect against
electric shock, fire or personal injury, please observe the fol­lowing:

• When an electric storm is present, unplug the power cord

and disconnect the antenna connections.

• Hold the plug firmly when connecting or disconnecting the

AC power cord.

• Keep the AC power cord away from the heating appliances.

• Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord.

• Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power cord in

any way.

• Check that all connections are proper and that there are no

problems with the connection cords. Always set the power
to OFF

mode before connecting and disconnecting of

the connection cords.

• To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connec-

tion cords, always unplug the power cord and disconnect
the connection cords between all other components when
moving the unit.

Location and Handing

• Do not install the system in a confined location; otherwise,

heat dissipation will be poor and malfunctions may occur.

• Always install this unit horizontally. For proper heat dissipa-

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

• Do not place any object containing water or other liquids on

this unit. In the event that liquid should enter the cabinet,
unplug this unit immediately and contact the retailer or ser­vice centre immediately.

• Do not remove the cabinet. Touching parts inside the cabi-

net could result in electric shock and / or damage to the
unit.

• Do not use the unit in a car. The operation can not be guaran-

teed.

• Do not put subwoofer near TV as this might cause interfer-

ence to TV image.

Nonuse Periods

• When the unit is not being used, turn the unit off.

• When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should

be unplugged from the household AC outlet.

No Fingers or Other Objects Inside

Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray.

Stacking

Place the unit in a horizontal position, and do not place any­thing heavy on it.

Condensation

Moisture may form on the pickup lens in the following condi­tions:

• Immediately after a heater has been turned on.

• In a steamy or very humid room.

• When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment

to a warm one.

If moisture forms inside this unit, it may not operate properly.
In this case, turn on the power and wait about one hour for the
moisture to evaporate.

DVD/VCD/CD SURROUND RECEIVER HTD-K150

TUNING

STOP PLAY/PAUSE

STANDBY

POWER VOLUME

*

ON

NEXTPREV

OPEN/CLOSE

10cm or more

PHONES

10cm or more

SELECT

VOLUMEOFF

• Air vents are provided in the cabinet to prevent excessive

temperatures inside the unit. Do not place this unit in closed
spaces, cover it, or otherwise block the vents.

• Do not place this unit in direct sunlight, or near heat sources.

• Keep this unit away from strong magnetic objects.

• Do not insert or drop anything into this unit through the air

vents as this could cause serious damage, possibly re­sulting in fire.

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10cm or more

On adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with very
low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers
may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.

If There is Noise Interference on the TV While a Broadcast
is being Received

Depending on the reception condition of the TV, interference
may appear on the TV monitor while you watch a TV broad­cast with the unit on. This is not a malfunction of the unit or the
TV. To watch a TV broadcast, turn off the unit.

Service

• Do not attempt to service the unit yourself.

• Please refer any service to the nearest service centre.

Copyright

Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which
must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the
copyright. Please refer to relevant laws in your country.

Important Safeguards and Precautions

Copy protection

This DVD player supports Macrovision copy protection.
On DVD discs that include a copy protection code, if the con­tents of the DVD disc are copied using a VCR, the copy pro­tection code prevents the videotape copy from playing nor­mally.

Recommended Measures for Optimum Picture Excellence

This unit is a precision device that is constructed using ex­tremely accurate technology.
Soiling or friction affecting the pickup lens or disc drive can
impair the image quality. At the worst, neither video nor audio
will be played back. To obtain optimum picture quality, the
player should be checked (cleaning and replacement of some
parts) every 1,000 hours. Note that this period varies depend­ing on the environment (temperature, humidity, dust, etc..) in
which the player is used.

Do not attempt to clean the pickup lens yourself.

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Features of This System

• DVD player built-in DTS

*1

and Dolby Digital*2 decoder, supporting Dolby Pro Logic and Virtual Surround.

• 5-channel amplifiers attached with active subwoofer.

• Tuner (AM/FM) receiver.

• Conforming DVD, SVCD, VCD1.1, VCD2.0, MP3, CDR, CDRW and CD-DA discs.

• DVD navigation and SVCD, VCD 2.0 PBC controlling functions.

• VFD front panel display and OSD menu display.

• Full function remote control.

*1

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater System, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued

and pending. “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

*2

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “AC-3”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trade-

marks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

Conventions about This Manual

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the system. You can also use the controls on the remote control if they have

the same or similar names as those on the system.

• The types of functions and operations that can be used for a particular disc vary depending on the features of that disc. In some

cases, these functions and operations may differ from the descriptions given in this instruction Manual. In this event, follow the
instructions given on the screen. This instruction Manual only covers basic disc operations.

• For some operations, the icon may appear on the screen. This indicates that the operation described in this instruction

Manual is not permitted for the current disc.

• The drawings about the TV screen and front panel display used in this instruction Manual are purely for the purposes of

explanation. The actual displays may differ slightly from what are shown here.

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Type of Disc That Can be Played on This System

This player can playback discs bearing any of the following marks:

DVDs

12cm disc / 8cm disc

See Note-1
See Note-2
See Note-3

• Supports version until version 2.0

Note-1

• DVD players and discs are designed with region numbers

which dictate the regions in which a disc can be played. If
the region number on the disc you want to play does not
match the region number in your DVD player, you will not be
able to play the disc. If you try to play the DVD, the message
“WRONG REGION” will appear on OSD.

The region number for this DVD player is 2.
On the rear panel of the unit has a region code printed.

Sample disc display:

Disc playable in all regions

Video CDs

12cm disc / 8cm disc

See Note-2

Audio CDs

12cm disc / 8cm disc

• Supports MP3

Icons used on DVD discs

Sample Icons:

1. English

2

2. Chinese

Number of recorded
audio tracks

1. English

2

2. Chinese

Number of subtitles
recorded

LB

16:9

Screen aspect
ratio recorded

2

Disc with
Multiple
camera angles

Note-4

• DVD door can be opened in DVD function only.

Glossary of Disc Terms

• Title (DVD)

The longest sections of a picture or a music piece on a
DVD; a movie, etc., for a picture piece on a video software;
or an album, etc., for a music piece on and audio software.
Each title is assigned a title number enabling you to locate
the title you want.

1 2 3
4 5 6

Region code
indicator

Note-2

• The specific playback functionality for some DVD and video

CD discs is determined by the disc manufacturer. Because
this DVD player plays disc data in accordance with the disc
manufacturer’s guidelines, some functions may not be
available on some discs. Be sure to read the instructions
provided with the disc.

The “Prohibited” icon displayed during DVD player
operation indicates that such manufacturer imposed re­strictions apply.

Note-3

• The audio on a DVD disc recorded in MPEG version 2.0

format maybe cannot be played (image only).

Discs that Cannot be Played

• You cannot play CD-G, PHOTO CD, CD-ROM and DVD-

ROM discs.

• You cannot play illegally produced discs.

• You cannot play scratched discs.

• You cannot play disc that are dusty, soiled or marked with

fingerprints.

• Chapter (DVD)

Sections of a picture or a music piece that are smaller than
titles. A title is composed of several chapters. Each chapter
is assigned a chapter number enabling you to locate the
chapter you want. Depending on the disc, no chapters may
be recorded.

For example
Title 1

Title 2

• Track (Video or audio CD)

Sections of a picture or a music piece on a VIDEO or a CD.
Each track is assigned a track number enabling you to lo­cate the track you want.

For example
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

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Notes on Discs

Disc handling precautions

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

If there is glue (or a similar substance) on the disc, remove the glue completely before using the disc.

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as there

can be considerable rise in temperature inside the car.

• After playing, store the disc in its case.

• Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing utensils.

• Be careful not to drop or bend the disc.

Disc cleaning precautions

• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

Disc installing precautions

• Do not install more than 1 disc on disc tray.

• Do not place the disc on the tray up-side down.

• Do not try to close the disc tray when the disc is not installed properly.

Disc tray

Disc

• Do not store discs in high-temperature, high-humidity locations. The discs may develop warps and become unable to play.

Also, discs with moisture on them may be unplayable. Wipe any moisture off with a soft, dry cloth, and be sure discs are fully
dry before using.

• Do not leave a disc inside the CD player when it is not used for a long period.

• Please do not use compact discs with cellophane or with labels attached or those CD with peeled off labels, such as rental

CDs. If such discs are used on a CD player, they may get trapped inside the unit and cause malfunction.

• CD with special shapes (heart-shaped CDs, octagonal CDs etc.) cannot be played on this set.

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Attempting to do so may damage the set. Do not use such CDs.

Selecting the Type of Disc for the Connected TV

Both DVD discs and video CDs have the material recorded in the PAL and NTSC systems. Refer to the table below to select the
correct disc type for the type of connected TV.

Connecting to the Multi-system TV

Disc

PAL

NTSC

Connecting to NTSC TV

Disc

PAL

TV Monitor

Played in the PAL system.

The use of a multi-system TV
is recommended.

Played in the NTSC system.

TV Monitor

Can not be used.
Images playback in black and white. The images may also be
distorted or may overlap at the bottom of the screen.

Played in the NTSC system.
Specify the settings for the type of TV connected (4:3, 16:9).

NTSC

Connecting to PAL TV

Disc

When viewed on a 4:3 TV, the images appear compressed hori­zontally.

PAL

Can not be used.
Images play back in black and white.

NTSC

Note

TV Monitor

• If the type of disc does not match the type of connected TV, you can also play the disc normally by setting the TV type in the

SETUP menu. For details, see page 21.

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Index to Parts and Controls

Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details.

Front Panel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

15 14 13 12

1. POWER switch (page 27)

Turns on and off the main power of the system.

2. Disc Tray (page 27)

Place a disc on the tray.

3. REV (TUNING ) button (page 28, 29, 49)
While playing a disc, press this button to select the previ­ous title, chapter or track.
While listening to the radio, press this button to decrease
the frequency. For automatic tuning, press and hold it for
more than 1 second.

4. FWD (TUNING ) button (page 28, 29, 49)
While playing a disc, press this button to select the next
title, chapter or track.
While listening to the radio, press this button to increase
the frequency. For automatic tuning, press and hold it for
more than 1 second.

5. STOP button (page 28)
Stops playing a disc.

6. PLAY/PAUSE button (page 28)
Plays or pauses a disc.

7. REMOTE SENSOR (page 16)

Accepts the remote control signals.

8. Front Panel Display (page 13)
Indicates the playing time, etc..

9. PHONES jack (page 47)
Connects the headphone to this jack.

10. SELECT button (page 25)

Selects the audio channel to view or adjust its level.

11. VOLUME button (page 25)
Increase the master volume level or the selected chan­nel level.

12. SOURCE button (page 26, 27, 28, 48, 49)

Selects the component you want to use.
In standby mode, press this button to turn on the power of
this system.

13. VOLUME button (page 25)
Decrease the master volume level or the selected chan­nel level.

14. OPEN/CLOSE button (page 27)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

15. STANDBY LED (page 25, 28)

During standby, this red LED lights.
During mute, this red LED blinks.

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Index to Parts and Controls

Front Panel Display

1

2

1

Speakers Icon (page 23, 38, 40, 50)

Light according to the selected listening mode and the
type of playing disc.

2

Status Bar (page 26, 30, 33, 48, 49)

It can show the operating information, such as “OPEN”,
“CLOSE”and “LOADING”, etc.
It can show the type of the playing disc, such as “DVD”,
“VCD”, “CD” and “MP3”, etc.
It can show the track and time information of the playing
CD and MP3 disc.
It can show the tuner band and frequency.
It can show the station name and program type when an
RDS station is received.

3

RDS indicator (page 49)

Illuminates when an RDS station is received.

4

PTY (Program Type) indicator (page 49)

Illuminates when an RDS station is received and its PTY
is decoded by the system.

5

Sleep indicator (page 50)

Illuminates when the sleep timer is set to on.

6

Memory indicator (page 25, 31)

Illuminates when the program play mode is set.
Illuminates when presetting radio stations.

7

Mono indicator (page 49)

Illuminates when setting to decode FM signal in mono
mode.

8

Stereo indicator (page 49)

Illuminates when a stereo FM station is received.

43

9

DTS indicator

Illuminates when the playing disc is recorded with DTS
format.

10

Frequency Unit indicator (page 48, 49)

In AM mode, the “kHz” lights up.
In FM mode, the “MHz” lights up.

11

Wide indicator (page 50)

Illuminates when the listening mode of “Pro Logic Wide”
or “3-Stereo Wide” is selected.

12

Phan indicator (page 50)

Illuminates when the listening mode of “Pro Logic Phan­tom” is selected.

13

Nor indicator (page 50)

Illuminates when the listening mode of “Pro Logic Nor­mal” or “3-Stereo Normal” is selected.

14

Dolby 3-Stereo indicator (page 50)

Illuminates when the listening mode of “3-Stereo Nor­mal” or “3-Stereo Wide” is selected.

15

Dolby Digital indicator

Illuminates when the playing disc is recorded with Dolby
Digital format.

Dolby Pro Logic (page 50)

16

Illuminates when the playing disc is recorded with Dolby
Pro Logic format.
Illuminates when the listening mode of “Pro Logic Nor­mal”, “Pro Logic Phantom ” or “Pro Logic Wide” is se­lected.

5

1213141516 10

11

9876

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Index to Parts and Controls

Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details.

Main Unit Rear Panel

654321

AM

FM
(75 )

12 10 9 8 7

1

AM antenna terminal (page 19)

11

Connects to the supplied AM loop antenna.

2

SCART OUT connector (page 20)

Connects to the TV Scart input terminals.

3

S-VIDEO OUT jack (page 20)

Connects to a TV S-Video input connector.

VIDEO OUT jack (page 20)

4

Connects to a TV Video input connector.

SPEAKER output terminals (page 18)

5

Connects to the supplied speakers.

AC power cord (page 18)

6

Connects to a wall outlet.

FL CFR SLSR

(4 )

7

COAXIAL OUT jack (page 20)

Connects to an optional receiver.

8

OPTICAL OUT jack (page 20)

Connects to an optional receiver.

9

AUX1 and AUX2 audio line input jacks (page 20)

Connects to a TV set and a VCR, or other optional source.

AUDIO OUT jacks (page 20)

10

Connects to a TV set, or other stereo receiver.

WOOFER LINE OUT jack (page 18)

11

Connects to the supplied active subwoofer.

FM 75 ohm COAXIAL antenna terminal (page 19)

12

Connects to the supplied FM pigtail antenna.

Subwoofer Rear Panel

ON

1

2

1

POWER ON/OFF

Push this switch to ON position to switch on the system.
Push this switch to OFF position to switch off the system.

2

AC cord

Connect to a 230V AC power outlet.

3

AUDIO INPUT

Connects the audio source such as amplifier.

POWER

OFF

SUB WOOFER SYSTEM

MODEL : HTD - K150 SUB WOOFER
POWER SUPPLY : 230V~50Hz
IMPEDANCE:
POWER CONSUMPTION: 50W

Hitachi,Ltd. Tokyo Japan

180Phase 0

Serial No.:

4

4

Audio

Input

4

3

PHASE (0O-180O)

The phase relationship between the subwoofer and main
speakers may vary depending on the crossover frequency
selected and the distance between the subwoofer and
the main speakers.
While listening to music with strong bass content, move
the phase switch between the 0O and 180O position. Leave
the switch in the position that provides the strongest bass
output.

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Index to Parts and Controls

Remote Control

STANDBY

1

DVD TUNER AUX

22

21

2
3

10

7
8

13

SUB

LANGUAGE TITLE RETURN

TITLE

ZOOM

1

2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

+10 0

SETUP

ENTER

STOP

SEARCH
STATION

SKIP

TUNING

A-B REPEAT

MENU
/PBC

DISPLAY

SLEEP MUTE

OPEN/
CLOSE

PLAY/

PAUSE

STEP

ST/MO

VOLUME

SLOW
MEMO

PROG. SELECT

TEST

LISTENING

TONE

ANGLEGOTO

AUDIO

NTSC/

PAL

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4

REMOTE CONTROLLER

RB - HTDK150

1. STANDBY button (page 28)

Turns on and off the system power.

2. GOTO button (page 33)
Selects a start point to play.

3. Number buttons
Select the items or settings.

4. PROGRAM button (page 32)

Sets a program play.

5. NTSC/PAL button (page 22)
Changes the color system temporarily to match the your
TV standard.

12
20

23
5
15

11

19

6
17

9
18

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6. STEP(MONO/STEREO) button (page 28, 51)

Do the single stepping play while playing a DVD or VCD.
Switches between monaural or stereo of FM stereo re­ception.

7. SEARCH / STATION (+ or -) buttons (page 28, 49)
Press to play a disc in fast forward / reverse mode.
In tuner mode, press to select the preset stations.

8. SKIP / TUNING( or ) buttons (page 28, 49)
In DVD player mode, press to select the next / previous
title, chapter or track.
In Tuner mode, press to change the tuning frequency.
Press and hold the button for more than 1 second to
search the station automatically

9. SLOW(MEMORY) button (page 26, 28)
Do the slow-motion play while playing a DVD or VCD.
In tuning mode, press to save as memory preset station
for tuning frequency.

10. STOP button (page 28)
Stops playing a disc and clears the stored program.

11. OPEN/CLOSE button (page 27)
Opens or closes the disc tray.

12. RETURN button (page 30)

Displays the root menu when playing a DVD.
Goes back to the PBC menu when playing a VCD or SVCD.

13. REPEAT button (page 31)

Press to do a Repeat 1 or Repeat All playback.

14. A-B button (page 31)

Specifies a section and plays it repeatedly.

15. MUTE button (page 25)

Mutes the sound.

16. LISTENING button (page 51)

Selects a listening mode you want.

17. VOLUME ( or ) buttons (page 25)
Increase / decrease the master volume level or the se­lected channel level.

18. SELECT button (page 25)

Selects the audio channel to view or adjust its level.

19. / / / / ENTER button
Selects and executes the items or settings.

20. AUDIO button (page 47)

Selects the audio channels for sound.

21. SUBTITLE button (page 46)

Selects a desired language for the subtitles while play­ing a DVD.

22. LANGUAGE button (page 46)

Selects a desired language for the audio when playing a
DVD.

23. DISPLAY button (page 34)

Switches the item displayed on the TV screen or/and on
the front panel display.

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Index to Parts and Controls

Remote Control

STANDBY

DVD TUNER AUX

24
25

SUB

LANGUAGE TITLE RETURN

TITLE

MENU

ZOOM

/PBC

1

2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

+10 0

SETUP

SLEEP MUTE

ANGLEGOTO

AUDIO

DISPLAY

NTSC/

PAL

OPEN/
CLOSE

26

ENTER

STOP

SEARCH
STATION

SKIP

TUNING

A-B REPEAT

PLAY/

PAUSE

STEP

ST/MO

VOLUME

SLOW

MEMO

PROG. SELECT

TEST

LISTENING

TONE

27

28
29

30
32

31

33

34

24. DVD button (page 28)

Selects the DVD player mode.

25. ZOOM button (page 45)

Zoom in the playing pictures.

26. SETUP button (page 21, 35)

Displays or exits the SETUP menu.

27. TEST TONE (page 25)

Turns test tone on and off.

28. TUNER button (page 26, 48)

Selects FM or AM mode.

29. AUX button (page 49)

Selects the AUX1 or AUX2 component (i.e. external
source).

30. TITLE button (page 29)

Displays the title menu when playing a DVD.

31. MENU/PBC button (page 30)

Switch the PBC functions to on or off when playing a VCD
(Ver. 2.0) or SVCD.

32. ANGLE button (page 46)

Changes the angles while playing a DVD.

33. SLEEP button (page 50)

Activates the sleep timer.

34. PLAY/PAUSE button (page 28)

Starts or pauses playing a disc.

REMOTE CONTROLLER

RB - HTDK150

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Installations

Unpacking

This section describes how to hookup the system to
the speakers, a TV monitor with audio / video input
jacks and other video component. You cannot connect
this system to a TV monitor which does not have a
video input connector. Be sure to turn off the power of
each component before making the connections.

Check that you have the following items:

• Main unit (1)

• Subwoofer (1)

• Speakers (5)

• Remote control (1)

• Audio & Video cable (1)

• Subwoofer cable (1)

• Scart cable(1)

• Speaker cords (5m x 3, 15m x 2)

• AM loop antenna (1)

• FM pigtail antenna (1)

• Instruction Manual (1)

Inserting Batteries into
the Remote Control

You can control the system using the supplied remote con­trol. Insert two batteries by matching the + and - on the batter­ies. When using the remote control, point it at the remote
sensor on the front panel of this system.

3V [2X “AAA cell OR IEC R3 OR JIS R3P (JIS SUM-4)]

DVD/VCD/CD SURROUND RECEIVER HTD-K150

STANDBY

POWER VOLUME

ON
OFF

6m

TUNING

STOP PLAY/PAUSE

NEXTPREV

OPEN/CLOSE

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LANGUAGE TITLE RETURN

4 5 6
7 8 9

+10 0

SETUP

STOP PLAY/PAUSE

SEARCH
STATION

SKIP

TUNING

REMOTE CONTROLLER

RB - HTDK150

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DISPLAY
NTSC/

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SLEEP MUTE

OPEN/
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ENTER

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PROG. SELECT

TEST

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Note

Do not leave the remote control in an extermely hot or humid

•

place.

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

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing. Par-

ticularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or light-

ing apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you are not using the remote control for an extended pe-

riod of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible dam­age from battery leakage and corrosion.

• The remote control may not be effective in strong day-

light.

• During radio listening (AM), if you operate the remote con-

trol extremely close to the system, some noise may be pro­duced.

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Speaker System Hookup

Front Right Speaker

Rear Surround Right Speaker

Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied
speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals and
those of the cords.
At the rear of each supplied speakers you will find two click
fixation connectors, a black one is for (-) and a red / blue / grey
one is for (+).

Speakers

FRONT (L&R)
CENTER
(REAR) SURROUND (L&R)

BLACK
BLACK

BLACK

+

RED
BLUE

GREY

• Connect the active Subwoofer to the RCA jack of WOOFER

LINE OUT.
Required subwoofer cable (supplied):

Black Black

Active Subwoofer

• Connect the Front Left speaker to the FL terminals.

• Connect the Front Right speaker to the FR terminals.

• Connect the Center speaker to the C terminals.

• Connect the Surround Left speaker to the SL terminals.

• Connect the Surround Right speaker to the SR terminals.

Required speaker cords (supplied):

Center Speaker

+

+

+

ON
POWER

Audio
Input

OFF

180

Phase 0

AC 120V~60Hz

FM
(75 )

AM

To avoid short-circuiting the speakers

• Short-circuiting of the speakers may damage the system.

To prevent this, make sure to take the following precautions
when connecting the speakers.

• Make sure the stripped end of each speaker cord does not

touch another speaker terminal or the stripped end of an­other speaker cord.

Examples of poor conditions of the speaker cord

• Stripped speaker cord is touching another speaker termi-

nal.

FR CFL SR SL

(4 )

++

Front Left Speaker

Rear Surround Left Speaker

+

• Stripped cords are touching each other due to excessive

removal of insulation.

Note

• Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate termi-

nal on the components: + to + and - to -. If the cords are
reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass.

• If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating,

adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the
speakers.

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