JVC SP-THG61C, XV-THG31, SP-THG51F, LVT2051-002A User Manual

TH-G31

Consists of XV-THG31 SP-THG51F,
SP-THG61C and SP-THG50W

DVD DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEM

INSTRUCTIONS

LVT2051-002A

[C]

HT994PJ-A0_BCANLLK_Eng

TUNING TUNING

G-1

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within
an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

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

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookcase or similar unit.

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

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
it from over heating.
The openings shall be never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This
product shall not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instruction have been adhered to.

CAUTION:

This product employs a Laser System.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference.
Shall the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized
service center.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open
the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to water
(dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use
radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction
manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this
equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is
made.

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

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.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most devices are recommended be placed on a
dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that
electronic device and has no additional outlets or branch
circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual
to be certain.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose
or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power
cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire.
Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its
appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it,
discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced
with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.

Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse,
such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or
walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets,
and the point where the cord exits the appliance.
To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord
plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is
easily accessible.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD
NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.

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.

G-2

1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and

operating instructions should be read before the product
is operated.

2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and

use instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water. - For example:

near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in
a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other
areas located near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth. - Unplug this product from

the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners.

7.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. -

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

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

9. D

o not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized 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 provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.

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

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

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/product combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

14.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND
THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or
fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for
installation, use, and servicing.
This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5

About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Screen Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Handling Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Storing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Cleaning Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Types of Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Remote Control operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Remote Control Battery installation . . . . . . . .5

Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . .6-13

TV Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Video connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Component Video connection . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Optional Equipment Connection . . . . . . . . . . .7

AUX IN connection (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

OPTICAL IN connection (O) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

AUDIO IN connection (D) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HDMI Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

About HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Resolution setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Available resolution according to connection .8

Speaker System Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Displaying Disc Information on-screen . . . . .10

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-13

OSD Initial language settings . . . . . . . . . .10

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

• Menu language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

• Disc Audio / Subtitle / Menu . . . . . . . . .11

DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

• TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

• Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

AUDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

• Dynamic Range Control (DRC) . . . . . . .12

•Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

• HD AV Sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

5.1 SPEAKER SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

LOCK (PARENTAL CONTROL) . . . . . . . . . .13

• Initial Setting the Area Code . . . . . . . . .13

• Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

• Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

• Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

OTHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-21

General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . .16

Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Repeat Programmed Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Erasing a Track from Program List . . . . . . .17

Erasing the Complete Program List . . . . . . .17

Viewing a JPEG file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Still Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Moving to another file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Rotating the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Listening to music during slide show . . . . . .18

Presetting the Radio Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

To tune in a station with a weak signal . . . .19

To clear all the stored stations . . . . . . . . . .19

Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

To turn off the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

To listen to non-preset radio stations . . . . .19

To select a preset radio station directly . . . .19

Sleep Timer Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Setting the disc ejection lock . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Enjoying audio form an external source . . . .20

Setting the surround mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-24

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Contents

Operation Reference

Installation and Setup

2

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future
reference.

This manual provides information on the operation
and maintenance of your DVD player. Should the unit
require service, contact an authorized service location.

About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation
and indicates that the function explained in this
owner’s manual is not available on that specific DVD
video disc.

Symbol Used in this Manual

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

A section whose title has one of the following symbols is
applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol.

All discs and file listed below

DVD and finalized DVD±R/RW

Audio CDs

MP3 files

WMA files

JPEG files

Screen Saver

The screen saver activates when there is no
operation made for approximately 5 minutes since a
still picture was last displayed.

To cancel the screen saver, push any key.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the
disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on
the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing Discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose
the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never
leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.

Cleaning Discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor
picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing,
clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from
the center out.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for older vinyl records.

JPEG

WMA

MP3

ACD

DVD

ALL

Introduction

Introduction

3

Types of Playable Discs

DVD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Audio CD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)

In addition, this unit plays DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW,
Dual disc that contains audio titles, MP3, WMA, and/or
JPEG files.

Notes:

• Depending on the conditions of the recording
equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc
itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs
may not be played on the unit.

• Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart­shaped or octagonal) since they may result in
malfunctions.

• This unit requires discs and recordings to meet
certain technical standards in order to achieve
optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are
automatically set to these standards. There are
many different types of recordable disc formats
(including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) and
these require certain pre-existing conditions (see
above) to ensure compatible playback.

Customers should note that permission is
required in order to download MP3 / WMA files
and music from the Internet. Our company has
no right to grant such permission. Permission
should always be sought from the copyright
owner.

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the
unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labelled as the
same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.

Notes on Regional Codes

• Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more
numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This
number must match your unit’s regional code or the
disc cannot play.

• If you try to play a DVD with a different regional
code from your player, the message “Check
Regional Code” appears on the TV screen.

Notes on Copyrights:

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show,
broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted
material without permission. This product features the
copy protection function developed by Macrovision.
Copy protection signals are recorded on some discs.
When recording and playing the pictures of these
discs picture noise will appear. This product
incorporates copyright protection technology that is
protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
The Use of this copyright protection technology must
be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is
intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.

CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH
DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE
PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN
PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT
THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE
‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE
QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET
COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p DVD
PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER
SERVICE CENTER.

Operation Reference

Installation and Setup

4

Introduction

Front Panel

a

11//''

(STANDBY/ON)

Switches the unit ON and OFF.

b Disc Tray

Insert a disc here.

c AUDIO IN

The AUDIO IN port means you can connect a
audio device to play through the surround

sound

speakers.

d Z (OPEN/CLOSE)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

e x (STOP)

Stops playback.

f B (PLAY)

Starts playback.

SOURCE

Press and hold down this button about 3 seconds,
then press repeatedly to select other function

g

XX

(PAUSE)

Pause playback.

FM MODE

This will change the tuner from stereo to mono
and usually improve the reception.

h . (SKIP)

Returns to the beginning of current chapter or
track or go to the previous chapter or track.

(SCAN)

During playback, press and hold this button
repeatedly to select the required scan speed.

- TUNING

Tunes in the desired radio station.

i > (SKIP)

Go to the next chapter or track.

(SCAN)

During playback, press and hold this button
repeatedly to select the required scan speed.

+ TUNING

Tunes in the desired radio station.

j VOLUME controller

abc defghij

5

Remote Control

Remote Control operation

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and
press the buttons.

Cautions:

• Do not mix old and new batteries and never mix
different types of batteries such as standard,
alkaline, etc.

• Do not put the batteries in the place where young
children can reach.

• Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.

• When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws
governing the disposal of these batteries must be
followed strictly.

Remote Control Battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear
of the remote control, and insert two
batteries (size AAA) with 3 and #
aligned correctly.

AUDIO (

11//''

)

Switches the unit ON and OFF.

FUNCTION

Selects the function (DVD/CD, FM)

INPUT

Changes the input source ( AUX,

AUX OPT, AUDIO IN,)

SLEEP

Sets the System to turn off

automatically at a specified time.

DIMMER

Changes brightness of the display

window on the front panel during in

power-on status.

RETURN

Press to move back wards in the

menu.

TOP MENU

If the current DVD title has a menu,

the title menu appears on the

screen. Otherwise, the disc menu

may appear.

MENU

Accesses the menu on a DVD disc.

SET UP

Accesses or removes setup menu.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen display.

b/B/v/V (left/right/up/down)

Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER

Acknowledges the menu selection.

PRESET (##/33)

Selects program of Radio.

TUNING. (##/33)

Tunes in the desired radio station.

0-9 numerical buttons: Selects
numbered options in a menu.

SURROUND

Selects the surround mode.

SCAN MODE

Sets the output resolution for HDMI
and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
jacks.

SUBTITLE

Selects a subtitle language (DVD).

PROG./MEMO.

Accesses or removes Program
menu.
Enter a radio station’s frequency into
the tuner.

REPEAT

Repeats chapter, track, title, all

CLEAR

Removes a track number on the
Program List.

SCAN/SLOW(bb/BB)

Searches backward or forward.
Reverse/ Forward slow playback.

SKIP (../>>)

STOP (xx)
PLAY (B)
FM MODE

This will change the tuner from
stereo to mono and usually improve
the reception.

PAUSE (XX)
VOLUME (-/+)

Adjusts speaker volume.

MUTING

To mute the sound

TUNING TUNING

Operation Reference Introduction

6

Installation and Setup

TV Connection

Make one of the following connections, depending on
the capabilities of your existing equipment.

Tips:



Depending on your TV and other equipment you
wish to connect, there are various ways you could
connect the

DVD/CD Receiver

. Use one of the

connections described below.



Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR,
Stereo System or other devices as necessary to
make the best connections.

Caution:



Make sure the DVD/CD Receiver is connected
directly to the TV. Select the correct AV input on
your TV.



Do not connect your

DVD/CD Receiver

to TV via
your VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by
the copy protection system.

Video connection

Connect the MONITOR OUT jack from the DVD/CD
Receiver to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV using the
video cable (V).

Component Video connection

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks from
the DVD/CD Receiver to the corresponding jacks on
the TV using an Y P

B P

R cable (C).



If your television is a high-definition or “digital
ready” television, you may take advantage of the
DVD/CD Receiver

’s progressive scan output for the

highest video resolution.



If your TV does not accept your resolution setting,
abnormal picture appears on the screen. Please
read owner’s manual for TV then set the resolution
that your TV can accept.

Antenna Connection

Connect the supplied FM antenna for listening to the
radio.



Connect the FM Wire antenna to the FM antenna
connector.

Notes:



Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna.



After connecting the FM Wire antenna, keep it as
horizontal as possible.

Installation and Setup

Y

COMPONENT VIDEO /

PROGRESSIVE SCAN INPUT

VIDEO
INPUT

Rear of DVD/CD Receiver

Rear of TV

V

C

(supplied)

(not supplied)

FM Wire Antenna
(supplied)

7

Optional Equipment

Connection

AUX IN connection (A)

Connect a Output of auxiliary device to the AUX
AUDIO Input (L/R) Connector.

OPTICAL IN connection (O)

Connect an optical output of DVD Player (or Digital
Device etc) to the OPTICAL IN connector.

AUDIO IN connection (D)

Connect a output of portable device (MP3 or PMP
etc) to the AUDIO input connector.

D

Portable device

To AUDIO OUT

To AUDIO IN

(not supplied)

OPTICAL

OUT

VIDEO

OUT IN

AUDIO (L)

AUDIO (R)

Rear of DVD/CD Receiver

O

A

Auxiliary device

DVD Player
(or Digital
Device, etc)

(not supplied)

(not supplied)

8

HDMI Connection

About HDMI

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports
both video and audio on a single digital connection for an
easy all- digital output to an HDMI or DI-equipped TV.

Connection to an HDMI TV requires an HDMI cable
while connection to a DVI-equipped TV requires a DVI
adapter besides a HDMI cable.

HDMI has the capability to support standard,
enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to
multi-channel surround-sound audio, HDMI features
include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up
to 5 gigabytes per second, one connector (instead of
several cables and connector), and communication
between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI licensing LLC.

If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect
it to this DVD/CD Receiver using a HDMI cable.

1. Connect the HDMI OUT jack on the DVD/CD
Receiver to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible
TV or monitor (H).

2. Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to owner’s
manual for TV).

Notes on HDMI Out connection

•If your TV does not accept your resolution setting,

abnormal picture appears on the screen.(“TV do not
support” will appears in screen)
Please read owner’s manual for TV, and then set
the resolution that your TV can accept.

• Changing the resolution when the unit is connected

with HDMI connector may result in malfunctions. To
solve the problem, turn off the unit and then turn it
on again.

• When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible

device make sure of the following :

- Try switching off the HDMI/ DVI device and this
unit. Next, switch on the HDMI/ DVI device and
leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this
unit.

- The connected device’s video input is set correctly
for this unit.

- The connected device is compatible with
720X576i(480i), 720X576p(480p), 1280X720p,
1920X1080i or 1920X1080p video input.

- The 1080p, 720p and 576p(480p) resolutions are
the progressive scan applied resolution.

• Not all HDCP-compatible DVI devices will work with
this unit.

- The picture will not be displayed properly with non­HDCP device.

Resolution setting

You can change the resolution for component video
and HDMI output.
Press SCAN MODE repeatedly to select the desired
resolution - 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
The resolution may not be selected depending on the
connection or TV.

Note:

Depending on your TV, some of the resolution settings
may result in the picture disappearing or an abnormal
picture appearing. In this case, press SCAN MODE
repeatedly until the picture re-appears.

You can set 1080p video resolution to enjoy Full HD picture
quality. (Full HD up-scaling)

Available resolution according to connection

HDMI OUT - 1080p, 1080i, 720p 480p and 480i
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT - 480p and 480i
VIDEO OUT - 480i

Note:

If your TV does not accept your resolution setting,
abnormal picture appears on the screen.
Please read owner’s manual for TV, and then set the
resolution that your TV can accept.

Installation and Setup

HDMI

H

HDMI compatible TV

Rear of DVD/CD Receiver

(not supplied)

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Speaker System Connection

Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker
cables.

To obtain the best possible surround sound, adjust the
speaker parameters (volume, distance, etc.).

Notes:

• Be sure to match the speaker cable to the
appropriate terminal on the components: + to + and
– to –. If the cables are reversed, the sound will be
distorted and will lack base.

• If you use front speakers with low maximum input
rating, adjust the volume carefully to avoid
excessive output on the speakers.

Caution:

• The left and right speakers can be installed on a
wall.

• When installing the speakers on a wall, be sure to
have the speakers installed by qualified personnel.

• DO NOT install the speakers on the wall by yourself
to avoid unexpected damage from them falling off
the wall due to incorrect installation or weakness in
wall structure.

• Care must be taken in selecting a location for
speaker installation on a wall. Injury to personnel or
damage to devices may result if the installed
speakers interfere with daily activities.

Front speaker
(Right)

Front speaker
(Left)

Center speaker

Rear speaker
(Right surround)

Subwoofer

Rear speaker
(Left surround)

Operation Reference Introduction

10

Installation and Setup

Displaying Disc Information
on-screen

You can display various information about the disc
loaded on-screen.

1. Press DISPLAY to show various playback
information.
The displayed items differ depending on the disc
type or playing status.

2. You can select an item by pressing v / V and
change or select the setting by pressing b / B.

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Title – Current title number/ total number of

titles.

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Chapter – Current chapter number/total number
of chapters.

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Time – Elapsed playing time.

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Audio – Selected audio language or channel.

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Subtitle – Selected subtitle.

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Angle – Selected angle/total number of angles.

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Sound – Selected sound mode.

Note:

If any button is not pressed for a few seconds, the on­screen display disappears.

Initial Settings

By using the Setup menu, you can make various
adjustments to items such as picture and sound.
You can also set a language for the subtitles and the
Setup menu, among other things. For details on each
Setup menu item, see pages 10 to 13.

OSD Initial language settings:

When the POWER is turned on for the first time, the
unit need to set the menu language. Follow the
descriptions below after the display connections. After
OSD Initial language setting, to set Area code (see
page 13)

1. Press POWER to turn the unit on. The language
setup menu will appear on the screen.

2. Use b / B / v / V to select a language then press
ENTER. The confirm menu will appear.

3. Use b / B to select the [Enter] then press ENTER
to finish the language setup.

To display and exit the Menu:

Press SETUP to display the menu. A second press of
SETUP will take you back to initial screen.

To go to the next level:

Press B on the remote control.

To go back to the previous level:

Press b on the remote control.

About help menu

Menu Buttons Operation
v / V Move v / V Moving to another

menu

b Prev. b Moving to previous

level

B Select B Moving to next level or

selecting menu

RETURN 5.1 Speaker Setup

menu

ENTER To confirm menu

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General Operation

1. Press SETUP.
The Setup menu appears.

2. Use v / V to select the desired option then press
B to move to the second level. The screen shows
the current setting for the selected item, as well as
alternate setting(s).

3. Use v / V to select the second desired option and
then press B to move to the third level.

4. Use v / V to select the desired setting then press
ENTER to confirm your selection.
Some items require additional steps.

5. Press SETUP or PLAY (N) to exit the Setup
menu.

LANGUAGE

Menu Language

Select a language for the Setup menu and then on­screen display.

Disc Audio / Subtitle / Menu

Select the language you prefer for the audio track
(disc audio), subtitles, and the disc menu.

Original – Refers to the original language in which
the disc was recorded.

Other – To select another language, press
numeric buttons and then ENTER to enter the
corresponding 4-digit number according to the
language code list on the page 21. If you enter the
wrong language code, press CLEAR.

DISPLAY

TV Aspect

4:3 – Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.

16:9 – Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected.

Display Mode

The Display Mode setting works only when the TV
Aspect mode is set to 4:3.

Letterbox – Displays a wide picture with bands on
the upper and lower portions of the screen.

Panscan – Automatically displays the wide picture
on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that
do not fit. (If the disc/file is not compatible with
Pan Scan, the picture is displayed at Letterbox
ratio.)

Operation Reference Introduction

12

Installation and Setup

AUDIO

Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options.
Set the player’s AUDIO options according to the type
of audio system you use.

Dynamic Range Control (DRC)

With the DVD*

1

format, you can hear a program’s
soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic
presentation, thanks to digital audio technology.
However, you may wish to compress the dynamic
range of the audio output (the difference between the
loudest sounds and the quietest ones). Then, you may
listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing
clarity of sound. Set DRC to On for this effect.
*1: Dolby Digital only

Vocal

Set Vocal to On only when a multi-channel karaoke
DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc will
mix into normal stereo sound.

HD AV Sync

When using Digital TV.
Sometimes AV signal could not be transmitted

simultaneously because of later transmission of video
signal compared to audio signal.

Because it takes some time to convert analogue video
signal to digital one in the Digital TV.

And It means that you may not enjoy picture on the
screen and sound from speaker at the same time
even though it is one scene.

In the HD AV Sync menu, you could adjust delay time
to audio signal for simultaneous AV signal
transmission

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Delay time could be set up with 10msec unit.
(0 ~ 300ms)

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Delay time is different according to each TV Brand.
So you need to adjust optimal delay time complying
with your TV.

5.1 Speaker Setup

Make the following settings for the built-in 5.1 channel
surround decoder.

1. Press ENTER, and the 5.1 Speaker Setup menu
appears.

2. Use b / B to select the desired speaker.

3. Adjust options using v / V / b / B buttons.

4. Press ENTER to confirm your selection. Returns to
the previous menu.

Speaker selection

Select a speaker that you want to adjust. [Front
speaker (Front L), Front speaker (Front R), Center
Speaker (Center), Subwoofer (SubWoofer), Rear
speaker (Rear L), Rear speaker (Rear R)]

Note:

Certain speaker settings are prohibited by the Dolby
Digital licensing agreement.

Size

Since the speaker settings are fixed, you cannot
change the settings.

Vol ume

Press b / B to adjust the output level of the selected
speaker. (-5dB ~ 5dB)

Distance

After you connected speakers to your DVD Receiver,
set the Distance between the speakers and your
listening point if the distance of Center or Rear
speakers is bigger than the distance of Front
speakers. This allows the sound from each speaker to
reach the listener at the same time.
Press b / B to adjust the Distance of the selected
speaker. This distance is equivalent to a difference of
the distance between Center or Rear speaker and
Front speakers.

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5.1 Speaker Setup

Test

Press b / B to test the signals of each speaker. Adjust
the volume to match the volume of test signals
memorized in the system.

Front Left (Front L) → Center→ Front Right (Front R)
→ Rear Right (Rear R) → Rear Left (Rear L) →
SubWoofer

LOCK (Parental Control)

Initial Setting the Area Code:

See the Area Codes on page 21.

1. Select the LOCK menu and then press B.

2. To access the LOCK options, you must input the
password you have created. Input a password and
press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to
verify. If you make a mistake before pressing
ENTER, press CLEAR.

3. Select the first character using v / V buttons.

4. Press B and select the second character using

v / V buttons.

5. Press ENTER to confirm your Area code selection.

Rating

Blocks playback of rated DVDs based on their
contents. Not all discs are rated.

1. Select “Rating” on the LOCK menu then press B.

2. Input a password and press ENTER.

3. Select a rating from 1 to 8 using the v / V buttons.

Rating 1-8: Rating one (1) has the most restrictions
and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.
Unlock: If you select unlock, parental control is
not active and the disc plays in full.

4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection, then
press SETUP to exit the menu.

Password

You can enter or change password.

1. Select Password on the LOCK menu and then
press B.

2. Follow the step 2 as shown above (Rating).
To change the password, press ENTER when the
“Change” option is highlighted. Input a password
and press ENTER. Enter it again and press
ENTER to verify.

3. Press SETUP to exit the menu.

If you forget your password

If you forget your password, you can clear it using the
following steps:

1. Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.

2. Select the LOCK menu.

3. Input the 6-digit number “210499” and press

ENTER. The password is cleared.

Area Code

Enter the code of the area whose standards were
used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list on
page 22.

1. Select “Area Code” on the LOCK menu then

press B.

2. Follow the step 2 as shown previous paragraph

(Rating).

3. Select the first character using v / V buttons.

4. Press ENTER and select the second character

using v / V buttons.

5. Press ENTER to confirm your Area code selection.

OTHERS

This option has no selection on this set.

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Operation

Operation

General features

Buttons Operations

Z (OPEN / CLOSE) Opens or closes the disc tray.
X (PAUSE) During playback, press X to pause playback.

Press X repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame.

. / > During playback, press . or > to go to the next

chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current
chapter/track.

Press . twice briefly to step back to the previous
chapter/track.

m / M During playback, press m or M repeatedly to select the

required scan speed.
DVD : bb, bbb, bbbb, bbbbb

or

BB, BBB, BBBB, BBBBB

WMA/MP3, Audio CD : m (X2, X4, X8) or M (X2, X4, X8)

REPEAT During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a

desired repeat mode.
DVD Video discs: Chapter/Title/Off
Audio CD, MP3/WMA discs: Track/All/Off

TOP MENU If the current DVD title has a menu, the title menu appears

on the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appears.

MENU The disc menu appears on the screen.

(SUBTITLE) During playback, press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select a

desired subtitle language.

SLOW

In the pause mode, press SLOW (m or M) to select the
required speed.

DVD : t (1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16) or T (1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16)

Discs

DVD

DVD

DVD

DVD

ALL

WMA

MP3ACD

DVD

ALL

DVD

ALL

ALL

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Additional features

Time Search

To start playing at any chosen time on the disc:

1. Press DISPLAY during playback.

2. Press v / V to select the time clock icon and

“--:--:--” appears.

3. Input the required start time in hours, minutes, and
seconds from left to right. If you enter the wrong
numbers, press CLEAR to remove the numbers
you entered. Then input the correct numbers.

4. Press ENTER to confirm. Playback starts from the
selected time.

1.5 times speed playback

You can play at 1.5 times speed.
The 1.5 speed allows you to watch the pictures and
listen to the sound quicker than playing at a normal
speed on the disc.

1. During playback, press PLAY(B) to play at 1.5
times speed. “BX1.5” appears on the screen.

2. Press PLAY(B) again to exit.

Screen Saver

The screen saver appears when you leave the unit in
Stop mode for about five minutes. To cancel the
Screen Saver, press any button and then operate the
unit.

Last Scene Memory

This receiver memorizes the last scene from the last
disc that is viewed. The last scene remains in the
memory even if you remove the disc from the receiver
or switch off the receiver. If you load a disc that has
the scene memorized, the scene is automatically
recalled.

Note:

This receiver does not memorize the scene of a disc if you
switch off the receiver before commencing to play the disc.

Mixed disc – MP3/WMA and JPEG

When playing a disc contained with MP3/WMA and
JPEG files together, you can select which menu of files
you would like to play by pressing MENU.

DVD

DVD

DVD

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Operation

Playing an Audio CD or
MP3/WMA file

This unit can play Audio CDs or MP3/WMA files.

MP3/ WMA/ Audio CD

Once you insert an MP3/WMA files recording media or
Audio CD a menu appears on the TV screen.
Press v / V to select a track/file and then press PLAY
or ENTER, and playback starts. You can use variable
playback functions. Refer to the page 14.

ID3 TAG

When playing a file containing information such as
track titles, you can see the information by pressing
DISPLAY. (Song, Artist, Album, Genre, Comment)

MP3 / WMA disc compatibility with this player is
limited as follows:

• Sampling frequency: within 32 - 48 kHz (MP3),
within 32 - 48kHz (WMA)

• Bit rate: within 32 - 320kbps (MP3), 40 - 192kbps
(WMA)

• The DVD/CD Receiver cannot read an MP3/WMA file
that has a file extension other than “.mp3” / “.wma”.

• CD-R physical format should be ISO 9660

• If you record MP3 / WMA files using software that
cannot create a file system (eg. Direct-CD) it is
impossible to playback MP3 / WMA files.We recommend
that you use Easy-CD Creator, which creates an ISO
9660 file system.

• File names should have a maximum of 8 letters and
must incorporate an .mp3 or .wma extension.

• They should not contain special letters such as / ? * : “
< > l etc.

• The total number of files on the disc should be less than

999.

This DVD/CD Receiver requires discs and recordings to
meet certain technical standards in order to achieve
optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are
automatically set to these standards. There are many
different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R
containing MP3 or WMA files) and these require certain
pre-existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatible
playback.

Customers should note that permission is required in
order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from
the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such
permission. Permission should always be sought from
the copyright owner.

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Programmed Playback

The program function enables you to store your
Favourite tracks from any disc in the receiver memory.
A program can contain 30 tracks.

1. Insert a disc.
Audio CD and MP3/WMA Discs:

2. To add a music(s) on the program list, press
PROG/MEMO to enter the program edit mode (
mark appears on the menu).

3. Select a desired music on the [List] by using the v
/ V then press ENTER to add the music to the
program list.

4. Select music from the program list then press

ENTER to start programmed playback.

Repeat Programmed Tracks

1. Press REPEAT when playing a disc. The repeat
icon appears.

2. Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.

• Track: repeats the current track

• All: repeats all the tracks on programmed list.

• Off (No display): does not play repeatedly.

Erasing a Track from “Program” List

1. Use vVto select the track that you wish to erase
from the Program list.

2. Press CLEAR in program edit mode.

Erasing the Complete Program List

Use v / V to select [Clear All] then press ENTER in
program edit mode.

Note:

The programs are also cleared when the disc is removed,
the unit is switched to power off or the function is switched to
others.

E

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Operation

Viewing a JPEG file

This unit can play discs with JPEG files.
Before playing JPEG recordings, read the notes on
JPEG Recordings on the right.

1. Insert a disc and close the tray.
The PHOTO menu appears on the TV screen.

2. Press v / V to select a folder, and then press
ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears.
If you are in a file list and want to return to the

previous Folder list, use the v / V buttons on the
remote to highlight and press ENTER.

3. If you want to view a particular file, press v / V to
highlight a file and press ENTER or PLAY. While
viewing a file, you can press STOP to move to the
previous menu (JPEG menu).

Tips:

There are three Slide Speed options : 3s, 5s, 8s
Use v /V /b /B to highlight the Speed. Then, use b / B to
select the option you want to use and then press ENTER.

Note:

Depending on the size and resolution of JPEG files, it may
take longer for slide show to be set.

Slide Show

1. Highlight the file (not folder) which you like
beginning to slide show.

2. Select the slide speed. (Refer to the tips this page)

3. Use v /V /b /B to highlight the (Slide Show)
then press ENTER.

Note:

•

The sequence of slide show is from top to down, cannot
be reverse.

• Slide show cannot repeat automatically, you could start the

slide show again manually.

• During slide show, a help menu appears in the lower part

of the screen. To hide this help menu, press ENTER or
DISPLAY. Then press this button again, a help menu
appears again.

• To close JPEG slide show, press RETURN or STOP (x).

Still Picture

1. Press PAUSE (XX) during the slide show.

The DVD/CD Receiver will now go into the PAUSE
(XX) mode.

2. To return to the slide show, press PLAY or press

PAUSE (XX) again.

Moving to another File

Press SKIP (. or >) once during viewing a
picture to advance to the next or previous file.

Rotating the picture

Press v / V during showing a picture to rotate the
picture clockwise or counter-clockwise.

Listening to music during slide show

You can listen to music during slide show, if the disc
contain music and photo files together. Use v /V /b
/B to highlight ( ) icon then press ENTER to start

slide show. This function is available only in disc.

About help menu

Menu Buttons Operation

v / Vv/ V Rotating the picture

b Prev.

/ B

Next b / B Moving to another file

RETURN Closes the slide show

ENTER To hide the help menu

JPEG disc compatibility with this player is
limited as follows:

• Depending upon the size and the number of
JPEG files, it could take a long time for the
DVD/CD Receiver to read the disc’s contents. If
you don’t see an on-screen display after several
minutes, some of the files may be too large —
reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to less
than 2M pixels as 2760 x 2048 pixels and burn
another disc.

• The total number of files and folders on the disc
should be less than 999.

• Some discs may not operate due to a different
recording format or the condition of disc.

• Ensure that all the selected files have the “.jpg”
extensions when copying into the CD layout.

• If the files have “.jpe” or “.jpeg” extensions, please
rename them as “.jpg” file.

• File names without “.jpg” extension will not be
able to be read by this DVD/CD Receiver. Even
though the files are shown as JPEG image files in
Windows Explorer.

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Presetting the Radio Stations

You can preset 50 stations for FM. Before tuning,
make sure that you have turned down the volume.

1. Press FUNCTION on the remote control until FM
appears in the display window.

2. Press and hold TUNING.(-/+) for about two
seconds until the frequency indication starts to
change, then release.

Scanning stops when the DVD/CD Receiver tunes in a
station.

3. Press PROG./MEMO. on the remote control.

A preset number will flash in the display window.

4. Press PRESET (-/+) on the remote control to
select the preset number you want.

5. Press PROG./MEMO. on the remote control again.

The station is stored.

6. Repeat steps 3 to 6 to store other stations.

To tune in a station with a weak signal

Press TUNING.(-/+) repeatedly in step 2 to tune in the
station manually.

To clear all the stored stations

Press and hold PROG./MEMO. for about two seconds
and “ERASE ALL” is appeared in the display window
and then press PROG./MEMO. again, the stations are
cleared.

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If you have accidentally entered into the "ERASE
ALL" mode and you do not wish to clear the
memory, do not press any key. After a few seconds,
"ERASE ALL" will go off by itself and change to
normal mode.

Note:

If all stations have already been entered, the FULL
message will appear in the display window for a
moment and then a preset number will flash.
To change the preset number, follow the steps 4-5 as
above.

Listening to the Radio

Preset radio stations in the DVD/CD Receiver’s
memory first (see “Presetting radio stations” on the
left).

1. Press FUNCTION until FM appears in the display
window.

The last received station is tuned in.

2. Press PRESET (-/+) repeatedly on the remote
control to select the preset station you want.

Each time you press the button, the DVD/CD Receiver
tunes in one preset station at a time.

3. Adjust the volume by rotating VOLUME on the
front panel or by pressing VOLUME + or - on the
remote control repeatedly.

To turn off the radio

Press POWER to turn the DVD/CD Receiver off or
select another function mode.

To listen to non-preset radio stations

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Use manual or automatic tuning in the step 2.

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For manual tuning, press TUNING.(-/+) repeatedly.

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For automatic tuning, press and hold TUNING.(-/+)
for about two seconds on the front panel.

To select a preset radio station directly

You can use the number buttons on the remote
control to select a preset radio station directly.
For example, to listen to the preset station 4, press 4
on the remote control. To listen to the preset station
19, press 1 and then 9 (within 3 seconds).

For your reference

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If an FM program is noisy

Pour afficher « STEREO », appuyez sur FM
MODE. Appuyez à nouveau sur ce bouton pour
afficher « MONO ». L’effet stéréo est supprimé,
mais la réception est meilleure. Appuyez à
nouveau sur le bouton pour rétablir l’effet stéréo.



To improve reception

Reorient the supplied antennas.

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Operation

Sleep Timer Setting

Press SLEEP/DIMMER one or more times to select
delay time between 10 and 180 minutes, after the
player will turn off.
To check the remaining time, press SLEEP/DIMMER
To cancel the sleep function, press SLEEP/DIMMER
repeatedly until “SLEEP 10” appears, and then press
SLEEP/DIMMER once again while “SLEEP 10” is
displayed.

Note:

You can check the remaining time before the DVD/CD
Receiver turns off.
Press SLEEP/DIMMER. The remaining time appears
in the display window.

Dimmer

Press SLEEP/DIMMER once. The LED (Light-emitting
diode) of front panel is turned off and the display
window will be darken by half. To cancel it, press

SLEEP/DIMMER repeatedly until dim off.

Muting

Press MUTING to mute your unit.

You can mute your unit in order, for example, to
answer the telephone, the “MUTING” indicator flickers
in the display window.

Note:

This muting doesn’t affect the audio output to HDMI; it
only mutes the output of speakers connected to the
unit.

Setting the disc ejection lock

You can lock the disc tray to prevent the disc form
being ejected.

When the main unit is turned off, hold down the STOP
key at the front panel for 5 seconds
If you attempt to open the disc tray by pressing
OPEN/CLOSE key, the disc tray does not open and
“LOCKED” appears in the display window.
To cancel the disc ejection lock, hold down the STOP
key at the front panel for 5 seconds again when the
main unit is turned off.
“UNLOCKED” is displayed in the display window.

Note:

Before the main unit is turned off, DVD/CD function
should be selected.

Enjoying audio form an external
source

You can enjoy audio form an external source through
your unit.
Press INPUT repeatedly to select the desired input
source. - AUX, AUX OPT, AUDIO IN

Setting the surround mode

This system has a number of pre-set surround sound
fields. You can select a desired sound mode by using
SOURROUND. You can change the SOURROUND
using b /B arrow key while the SOURROUND
information is displayed on.
The displayed items for the Equalizer may be different
depending on sound sources and effects.

[[PLII MOVIE/ PLII MUSIC/ PLII MTRX(matrix)] Dolby
Pro Logic II enables you to play stereo source on 5.1­channel.
[Bypass] You can enjoy the sound without equalizer
effect.

Notes:

•

In some of surround modes, some speakers maybe
no sound or low sound, it depends on the mode of
surround and the source of audio, it is not defective.

•You may need resetting the surround mode, after
switch the input, sometimes even after the sound
track changed.

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Area Code

Afghanistan AF
Argentina AR
Australia AU
Austria AT
Belgium BE
Bhutan BT
Bolivia BO
Brazil BR
Cambodia KH
Canada CA
Chile CL
China CN
Colombia CO
Congo CG
Costa Rica CR
Croatia HR
Czech Republic CZ
Denmark DK
Ecuador EC
Egypt EG
El Salvador SV

Area Code

Ethiopia ET
Fiji FJ
Finland FI
France FR
Germany DE
Great Britain GB
Greece GR
Greenland GL

Heard and McDonald Islands

HM
Hong Kong HK
Hungary HU
India IN
Indonesia ID
Israel IL
Italy IT
Jamaica JM
Japan JP
Kenya KE
Kuwait KW
Libya LY
Luxembourg LU

Area Code

Malaysia MY
Maldives MV
Mexico MX
Monaco MC
Mongolia MN
Morocco MA
Nepal NP
Netherlands NL
Netherlands Antilles AN
New Zealand NZ
Nigeria NG
Norway NO
Oman OM
Pakistan PK
Panama PA
Paraguay PY
Philippines PH
Poland PL
Portugal PT
Romania RO
Russian Federation RU

Area Code

Saudi Arabia SA
Senegal SN
Singapore SG
Slovak Republic SK
Slovenia SI
South Africa ZA
South Korea KR
Spain ES
Sri Lanka LK
Sweden SE
Switzerland CH
Taiwan TW
Thailand TH
Turkey TR
Uganda UG
Ukraine UA
United States US
Uruguay UY
Uzbekistan UZ
Vietnam VN
Zimbabwe ZW

Area Codes

Choose a area code from this list.

Language Code

Abkhazian 6566
Afar 6565
Afrikaans 6570
Albanian 8381
Ameharic 6577
Arabic 6582
Armenian 7289
Assamese 6583
Aymara 6588
Azerbaijani 6590
Bashkir 6665
Basque 6985
Bengali; Bangla 6678
Bhutani 6890
Bihari 6672
Breton 6682
Bulgarian 6671
Burmese 7789
Byelorussian 6669
Cambodian 7577
Catalan 6765
Chinese 9072
Corsican 6779
Croatian 7282
Czech 6783
Danish 6865
Dutch 7876
English 6978
Esperanto 6979
Estonian 6984
Faroese 7079

Language Code

Fiji 7074
Finnish 7073
French 7082
Frisian 7089
Galician 7176
Georgian 7565
German 6869
Greek 6976
Greenlandic 7576
Guarani 7178
Gujarati 7185
Hausa 7265
Hebrew 7387
Hindi 7273
Hungarian 7285
Icelandic 7383
Indonesian 7378
Interlingua 7365
Irish 7165
Italian 7384
Japanese 7465
Javanese 7487
Kannada 7578
Kashmiri 7583
Kazakh 7575
Kirghiz 7589
Korean 7579
Kurdish 7585
Laothian 7679
Latin 7665
Latvian, Lettish 7686

Language Code

Lingala 7678
Lithuanian 7684
Macedonian 7775
Malagasy 7771
Malay 7783
Malayalam 7776
Maltese 7784
Maori 7773
Marathi 7782
Moldavian 7779
Mongolian 7778
Nauru 7865
Nepali 7869
Norwegian 7879
Oriya 7982
Panjabi 8065
Pashto, Pushto 8083
Persian 7065
Polish 8076
Portuguese 8084
Quechua 8185
Rhaeto-Romance 8277
Rumanian 8279
Russian 8285
Samoan 8377
Sanskrit 8365
Scots Gaelic 7168
Serbian 8382
Serbo-Croatian 8372
Shona 8378
Sindhi 8368

Language Code

Singhalese 8373
Slovak 8375
Slovenian 8376
Somali 8379
Spanish 6983
Sudanese 8385
Swahili 8387
Swedish 8386
Tagalog 8476
Tajik 8471
Tamil 8465
Tatar 8484
Telugu 8469
Thai 8472
Tibetan 6679
Tigrinya 8473
Tonga 8479
Turkish 8482
Turkmen 8475
Twi 8487
Ukrainian 8575
Urdu 8582
Uzbek 8590
Vietnamese 8673
Volapük 8679
Welsh 6789
Wolof 8779
Xhosa 8872
Yiddish 7473
Yoruba 8979
Zulu 9085

Language Codes

Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings:
Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.

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Operation

Troubleshooting

Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.

Symptom

No power.

The power is on, but
the DVD/CD Receiver
does not work.

No picture.

There is no sound or
only a very low-level
sound is heard.

The playback picture is
poor.

The DVD/CD Receiver
does not start playback.

Loud hum or noise is
heard.

Cause

• The power cord is disconnected.

• No disc is inserted.

• The TV is not set to receive DVD signal
output.

• The video cable is not connected
securely.

• The connected TV power is turned off.

• The equipment connected with the
audio cable is not set to receive DVD
signal output.

• The audio cables are not connected
securely.

• The power of the equipment connected
with the audio cable is turned off.

• The audio connecting cable is damaged.

• The disc is dirty.

• No disc is inserted.

• An unplayable disc is inserted.

• The disc is placed upside down.

• The disc is not placed within the guide.

• The disc is dirty.

•Amenu is on the TV screen.

• The Rating level is set.

• The disc is dirty.

• The speakers and components are
connected poorly.

• The DVD/CD Receiver is located too
close to the TV.

Correction

• Plug the power cord securely into the
wall outlet.

• Insert a disc. (Check that the DVD or,
audio CD indicator in the DVD display
is lit.)

• Select the appropriate video input
mode on the TV so the picture from
the DVD/CD Receiver appears on the
TV screen.

• Connect the video cable into the
jacks securely.

•Turn on the TV.

• Select the correct input mode of the
audio receiver so you can hear the
sound from the DVD/CD Receiver.

• Connect the audio cable into the
jacks securely.

•Turn on the equipment connected
with the audio cable.

• Replace it with new one.

• Clean the disc.

• Insert a disc. (Check that the DVD, or
audio CD indicator in the DVD display
is lit.)

• Insert a playable disc. (Check the
disc type, colour system and Regional
code.)

• Place the disc with the playback side
down.

• Place the disc on the disc tray
correctly inside the guide.

• Clean the disc.

• Press the SETUP button to turn off
the menu screen.

• Cancel the Rating function or change
the rating level.

• Clean the disc.

• Connect the speakers and
components securely.

• Move your TV away from the audio
components.

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Symptom

Radio stations cannot
be tuned in.

The remote control
does not work
properly.

The front panel
display is too dim.

Cause

• The antenna is positioned or connected
poorly.

• The signal strength of the stations is too
weak (when tuning in with automatic
tuning).

• No stations have been preset or preset
stations have been cleared (when
tuning by scanning preset stations).

• The remote control is not pointed at the
remote sensor of the DVD/CD Receiver.

• The remote control is too far from the
DVD/CD Receiver.

• There is an obstacle in the path of the
remote control and the DVD/CD
Receiver.

• The batteries in the remote control are
flat.

• Nothing is displayed on the front panel
display.

Correction

• Connect the antenna securely.

• Adjust the antennas and connect an
external antenna if necessary.

•Tune in the station manually.

• Preset the stations (page 19).

• Point the remote control at the remote
sensor of the DVD/CD Receiver.

• Use the remote control within about 23
ft (7 m).

• Remove the obstacle.

• Replace the batteries with new ones.

• Press DIMMER on the remote control.

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Reference

❋ Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Specifications

GeneralCD/DVDVideo

Amplifier

Speakers

Tuner

FM

Power supply 120 V ~ 60 Hz
Power consumption 130 W
Net Weight 3.6 kg
External dimensions (W x H x D) 430 x 76 x 317 mm
Operating conditions Temperature: 5°C to 35°C, Operation status: Horizontal
Operating humidity 5% to 85%

Laser Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650 nm
Video system NTSC
Frequency response (audio) 140 Hz to 20 kHz 
Signal-to-noise ratio (audio) More than 75 dB (1 kHz, 20 kHz LPF/A-Filter) 
Dynamic range (audio) More than 75 dB 
Harmonic distortion (audio) 0.5 % (1 kHz, at 1W position) (20 kHz LPF) 
Video output 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., RCA jack x 1
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 ohms, negative sync, RCA jack x 1

(PB)/(PR) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 ohms, RCA jack x 1
HDMI OUT 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p
Tuning Range 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
Intermediate Frequency 10.7 MHz
Signal-to Noise Ratio 60 dB (Mono) 
Frequency Response 140 - 10,000 Hz 
Stereo mode 155 W + 155 W (4Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)
Surround mode Front: 155 W + 155 W (THD 10 %)

center*: 155 W

Surround*: 155 W + 155 W (4Ω at 1 kHz, THD 10 %)

Subwoofer*: 225 W (3Ω at 70 Hz, THD 10 %)
Inputs AUDIO IN, OPTICAL IN, AUX IN
Outputs MONITOR OUT, HDMI OUT,

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Front/Rear Speaker Center speaker Passive Subwoofer
Type 1 Way 1 Speaker 1 Way 1 Speaker 1 Way 1 Speaker
Impedance 4 Ω 4 Ω 3 Ω

Frequency Response 120 - 18000 Hz 120 -18000 Hz 40 - 1500 Hz

Sound Pressure Level 83 dB/W (1m) 83 dB/W (1m) 82 dB/W (1m)
Rated Input Power 155 W 155 W 225 W
Max. Input Power 310 W 310 W 450 W

Net Dimensions (W x H x D)

113 x 209 x 83 mm 301 x 118 x 83 mm 236 x 435 x 391 mm

Net Weight 0.78 kg 0.9 kg 5.7 kg

Items with  are measured at Front Speaker Terminals in STEREO mode

(*

Depending on the sound mode
settings and the source, there
may be no sound output.)

Supplied Accessories

FM Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x1

Speaker cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x6

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x1

Video RCA cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x1

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x2

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