Jamo DVD-593 Owner's Manual

DVD Player

DVD-593

Instruction Manual

Important safety
instructions
List of Contents
Introduction

Operation

- What is what

- Procedures

- Menus

Thank you for purchasing a Jamo DVD Player

Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit. Following the
instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain
optimum performance and listening enjoyment
from your new receiver. Please retain this manual
for future reference.

Installation
Playback functions

Troubleshooting
Specifications

Version A0409.

En

Copyrights

This manual is copyright © Jamo A/S, Denmark, 2004. All rights reserved.

Copying – fully or partly – is only permitted:

• For personal use as a user of this specific Jamo equipment, or

• With specific written permission from Jamo A/S, Denmark.

Manufacturer

Jamo A/S
Elmevej 8, Glyngøre
DK-7870 Roslev
Denmark

Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.jamo.com

Declaration of conformity

We, Jamo A/S (see "Manufacturer" above), declare in own
responsibility, that the JAMO product described in this instruction
manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards
such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3.

Glyngøre, Denmark

-----------------------------------------------­Jens Portefée Hansen
Test & Reliability Engineer
Jamo A/S

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Important safety instructions

WARNING:

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

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.

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

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

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

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

5. Water and Moisture – Do not use the appliance
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.

6. Cleaning – Unplug the appliance from the wall
outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be
cleaned with a dry cloth or only as recom­mended by the manufacturer.

7. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet
are provided for ventilation and to ensure reli­able operation of the appliance and to protect it
from overheating. These openings must not be
blocked or covered. Do not use the appliance on
a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface. News­papers, table clothes, curtains, and other items
can inadvertently block ventilation slots. Do not
place the unit near curtains that could obstruct
the ventilation. If you install the appliance in a
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack,
ensure that there is adequate ventilation. Leave
20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and
10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf
or board above the appliance should be set 10
cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall,
creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape.

RISK OF ELECTRIC CHOCK

The lightning flash with an 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.

WARNING AVIS

DO NOT OPEN

8. Heat – The appliance should be situated away

9. Grounding or Polarization – The appliance

10. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords

11. Attachments – Do not use attachments not

RISQUE DE CHOK ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifier) that produce heat.

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 or grounding-type plug.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

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 appliance.

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

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An appliance and cart

PORTABLE CART WARNING

combination should be
moved with care to
avoid injury from tip­over. Quick stops,
excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may
cause the appliance
and cart combination
to overturn.

12. Lightning – For added protection for the
appliance 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 appliance due to
lightning and power-line surges.

13. Servicing – Do not attempt to service the
appliance yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the
appliance form 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 appliance,

C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or

water,

D. If the appliance 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
appliance to its normal operation,

E. If the appliance has been dropped or

damaged in any way, and

F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct

change in performance – this indicates a
need for service.

14. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects
of any kind into the appliance through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. The appliance should not be
exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases should be
placed on the appliance. Don’t put candles or
other burning objects on top of this unit.

15. Batteries – Always consider the environmental
issues and follow local regulations when
disposing of batteries.

Precautions

1. Recording Copyright

Recording of copyrighted material for other than
personal use is illegal without permission of the
copyright holder.

2. AC Fuse

The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not
user-serviceable. If power does not come on,
contact your Jamo authorized service station.

3. Care

From time to time you should wipe the front and rear
panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier
dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild
detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off
the dirt. Then dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do
not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other
chemical solvents or cloths since these could
damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

4. Power
WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION
CAREFULLY.

The voltage of the available power supply differs
according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit will
be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V,
50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage
selector to conform to local power supplies. Be sure
to set this switch to match the voltage of the power
supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

For British models

Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the
power supply cord of this unit should be performed
only by qualified service personnel.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are colored in
accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colors of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the colored
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows: The wire which is colored blue
must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or colored black. The wire which is
colored brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or colored red.

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IMPORTANT

A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse
need to be replaced, please ensure that the replace­ment fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that it is
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the
ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE
FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME
THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND
THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF
SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS
INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET.

If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

For U.S. models
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.

FCC INFORMATION FOR USER
CAUTION:

The user changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

NOTE:
This equipment 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
equipment 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 equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment 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 equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

For Canadian models
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS

COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

For models having a power cord with a polarized
plug:

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

Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA

CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB­003 DU CANADA.

Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:

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

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List of Contents

Important safety instructions ................................3

Precautions ..........................................................4

List of Contents ......................................................6

Introduction.............................................................7

Operation.................................................................9

What is what – Front panel...................................9

What is what – Rear panel .................................10

What is what – Remote control ..........................11

Working with menus ...........................................13

Installation.............................................................15

Unpacking...........................................................15

Discs for playback ..............................................15

Region Codes..................................................15

Disc terminology..............................................15

Disc handling...................................................16

Playback Function................................................17

Playing discs ......................................................17

Basic playback controls......................................17

Go To play (DVD/VCD) ...................................17

When playing VCD discs.................................17

When playing DVD discs.................................17

Slow motion play .............................................17

Fast search......................................................17

Repeat play .....................................................18

Repeat A-B......................................................18

Special Playback ................................................18

Angle Selection................................................18

Picture zooming...............................................18

Special VCD / SVCD features............................18

Playback Control (PBC) ..................................18

Playing MP3/DivX/MPEG-4/JPEG picture CD ...19

MP3/JPEG picture disc ...................................19

DivX disc..........................................................19

Troubleshooting ...................................................20

Specifications .......................................................21

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Introduction

The many different functions provided by your new
DVD-Player will be a source of pleasure for you for
many years to come. Naturally, you can play and
watch DVD films with superb audio and visual
quality.

You can watch films in many other formats than
DVD, such as MPEG-4, XviD, DivX. The audio
features also give you the option of playing music
CDs, MP3 or Ogg Vorbis files. The DVD-593
automatically recognises each format and can read
CD-RW and DVD +/- RW alike. Your new DVD-593
also supports picture CDs (jpg), which means that
you can display your photos directly on the TV
screen. This includes pictures developed at the
photo shop and any photos you have scanned and
saved to a CD yourself.

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