LG DV288K-NS Owner's Manual

DV288K-NS.HA1PLLB_ENG

DVD PLAYER

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL : DV288K

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING : Do not install this equrpment in a confined space such 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 overheating.

The openings should be 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 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. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center.

Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out 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 should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance 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.

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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.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 overheating. 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.Do 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.

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8

About the Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Symbol used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Handling Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Storing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Cleaning Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Types of Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Remote Control Battery Installation . . . . . . .8

Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . .	9-14
Setting up the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . .9
DVD Player Connections . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . .9

Video and Audio Connections to Your TV . . .9

Audio Connection to Optional Equipment . .10 Displaying Disc Information on-screen . . . .11 Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		.11
LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		12
• Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		12
•	Disc Audio / Subtitle / Menu . . . . . . . . .	12
DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		12
•	TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
•	Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
•	Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
AUDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		13
•	Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG . . . . . . . . . .	13
•	Sample Freq. (Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
•	Dynamic Range Control (DRC) . . . . . . .	13
LOCK (Parental Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		13
•	Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
•	Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
• Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
OTHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
• PBC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
•	B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion) . . . . . . .	14
• DivX(R) VOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		14
•	Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14

Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-21

General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.15
Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . .	17
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 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Rotating the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 To listen to MP3/WMA music while

watching picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Playing a DivX Movie file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19
Playing a DVD VR format Disc . . . . . . . . . . .	20
Playing an USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	20
Using the Karaoke Function . . . . . . . . . . . . .	21

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-24

Controlling other TVs with the remote control . . . .22 Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

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Introduction

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 All discs listed below

DVD and finalized DVD±R/RW

Video CDs

Audio CDs

MP3 files

WMA files

DivX files

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.

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Types of Playable Discs

DVD

(8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Video CD (VCD/SVCD) (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, DivX, MP3, WMA, CD-G, and/or JPEG files.

This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format.

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 DVD player’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.

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Front Panel

a

b

c d

aPOWER

Switches the unit ON or OFF.

b• N (PLAY)

Starts playback.

•x (STOP)

Stops playback.

•. (SKIP)

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

• > (SKIP)

Go to the next chapter or track.

cDisc Tray

Insert a disc here.

e f g h

i

d Remote Sensor

Point the remote control here.

e Display window

Shows the current status of the unit.

fUSB

Insert a USB.

gMicrophone jack(s)

Connect a microphone(s) to the MIC socket(s).

hMicrophone volume control

Adjusts microphone volume.

iZ (OPEN / CLOSE)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

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Remote Control

POWER

Switches DVD Player ON or OFF

OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

Opens and closes the disc tray.

0-9 numerical buttons

Selects numbered options in a menu.

CLEAR

Removes a track number on the

Program List or a mark on the

Marker Search menu.

TV Control Buttons

POWER: Turns the TV on or off.

AV: Selects the TV’s source.

PR/CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel.

VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume.

DVD MENU

Accesses menu on a DVD disc.

TITLE

Displays Title menu, if available.

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

Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER

Confirms menu selection.

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.

RETURN (O)

Removes the menu. Displays the menu of a video CD with PBC.

Change to USB mode.

Remote Control Operation

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

Caution:

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

SCAN (m / M)

Search backward or forward.

SKIP (. / >)

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

PAUSE / STEP ( X )

Pauses playback temporarily/ press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback.

PLAY (N)

Starts playback.

STOP (x)

Stops playback.

AUDIO

Selects an audio language or an audio channel.

SUBTITLE

Selects a subtitle language.

ANGLE

Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.

SETUP

Accesses or removes the Setup menu.MARKER

Marks any point during playback.

SEARCH

Displays MARKER SEARCH menu.

PROGRAM

Enter the program edit mode.

ZOOM

Enlarges video image.

REPEAT

Repeat chapter, track, title, all.

A-B

Repeat sequence from point A to point B.

RANDOM

Plays tracks in random order.

KARAOKE (ECHO)

Accesses or removes KARAOKE menu.

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.

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Installation and Setup

Setting up the Player

The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. If this occurs, position the player away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc.

DVD Player Connections

Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the player. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, stereo system or other devices as necessary for additional connection information.

Video and Audio Connections to Your TV

Make sure the unit is connected directly to the TV and not to a VCR, otherwise the DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

Video – Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the unit to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V).

S-Video: Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the DVD Player to the S-Video in jack on the TV using the S-Video cable (S).

Audio – Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the unit to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A).

Do not connect the unit’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phone in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

Component Video – Connect the COMPONENT /PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the unit to the corresponding jacks on the TV using an Y PB PR cable (C).

Progressive Scan

•If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready” television, you may take advantage of the DVD player’s progressive scan output for the highest possible video resolution.

•Set the Progressive Scan to “On” on the setup menu for progressive scan signal.

(Refer to page 12)

•Progressive scan does not work with the analog video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT jack).

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Audio Connection to Optional Equipment

Connect the DVD player to your optional equipment for audio output.

Rear of DVD player

X

A

COAXIAL	R	L
DIGITAL INPUT	AUDIO INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Amplifier equipped with 2-channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll / Pro Logic: Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player to the audio left and right IN jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A).

Amplifier equipped with 2-channel digital stereo (PCM) or audio / video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS): Connect one of the DVD Player’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks ( COAXIAL X) to the corresponding jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (COAXIAL X) audio cable.

Digital Multi-channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel audio / video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your DVD player such as MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS. Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver.

Notes:

•If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver produces a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

•Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via a digital connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

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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.

Title (Track) – Current title (or track) number/total number of titles (or tracks)

Chapter – Current chapter number/total number of chapters

Time – Elapsed playing time

Audio – Selected audio language or channel

Subtitle – Selected subtitle

Angle – Selected angle/total number of angles

Notes:

•If any button is not pressed for a few seconds, the on-screen display disappears.

•If a CD-G disc is inserted, SETUP operation is available only when the CD-G menu on the TV screen.

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 the pages 12 to 14.

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.

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 to exit the Setup menu.

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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 23. 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.

Progressive Scan

Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering.

If you are using the Component Video jacks for connection to a TV or a monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to On.

To Turn ON progressive scan:

Connect component video out of this unit to the input of your TV or monitor, set your TV or monitor to Component Input.

1.Select “Progressive Scan” on the DISPLAY menu then press B.

2.Select “On” using the v / V buttons.

3.Press ENTER to confirm your selection. The confirm menu will appear.

4.When the confirm menu appears on your screen Cancel is highlighted as default. Use the b / B buttons to highlight Enter.

5.Pressing ENTER will set the player to Progressive scan mode.

Caution:

Once the setting for progressive scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a progressive scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to On in error, you must reset the unit.

First, remove the disc in the DVD Player.

Next, press STOP ( x ) and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.

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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.

Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG

Bitstream – Select “Bitstream” if you connect this DVD player’s DIGITAL OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder.

PCM (for Dolby Digital / MPEG) – Select when connected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier. DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital or MPEG will be automatically downmixed to two-channel PCM audio.

Off (for DTS): If you select “Off”, the DTS signal is not output through the DIGITAL OUT jack.

Sample Freq. (Frequency)

If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them.

If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 96 kHz.

Check the documentation for your amplifier to verify its capabilities.

Dynamic Range Control (DRC)

With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). This allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to On for this effect.

LOCK (Parental Control)

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.To access the LOCK options, you must input the password you have created. If you have not yet entered password, you are prompted to do so.

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 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.To make a new password:

Press ENTER when the “New” option is highlighted. Enter a new password using the numerical buttons then press ENTER. Enter the password again to verify.

To change the password:

Press ENTER when the “Change” option is highlighted. Enter a current password using the numbered buttons then press ENTER. Enter a new password using the numbered buttons then press ENTER. Enter the password again to verify.

3.Press SETUP to exit the menu.

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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.Input the 6-digit number “210499” and the security code 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 23.

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

2.Follow the step 2 as shown previous page (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

PBC

Set Playback Control (PBC) to On or Off.

On: Video CDs with PBC are played according to the PBC.

Off: Video CDs with PBC are played in the same way as Audio CDs.

B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion)

To select the black level of playback pictures. Set your preference and monitor’s ability.

On: Expanded grey scale. (0 IRE cut off)

Off: Standard grey scale. (7.5 IRE cut off)

DivX(R) VOD

We provide you the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos based on the DivX® VOD service. For more information, visit www.divx.com/vod.

1.Select “DivX(R) VOD” option and then press B.

2.Press ENTER while “Select” is selected and the registration code will appear.

Use the registration code to purchase or rent the videos from DivX® VOD service at www.divx.com/vod. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a disc for playback on this unit.

3.Press ENTER to exit.

Note:

All the downloaded videos from DivX® VOD can only be played back on this unit.

Score

When a chapter/title/track is fully finished, the score will appear in the screen with a fanfare sound.

On: Turn the “Score” function on.

Off: Turn the “Score” function off.

Available discs for the score function:

•DVD discs

•DVD Karaoke Discs

•VCD discs with more than 2 tracks

•CD-G discs

Note:

•The score function is available only when a microphone is connected.

•If the score is below 80, the fanfare sound will not come out. The fanfare sounds differ according to the score.

•If the score function is set to “On” and the microphone is connected while playing a normal disc, the score may appear on the screen in the middle of playback.

To prevent this problem, set the score function to “Off” or disconnect the microphone.

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Operations

General features

Buttons		Operations	Discs
OPEN / CLOSE (Z)		Opens or closes the disc tray.	ALL
PAUSE/STEP (X)		During playback, press X to pause playback.
		Press X repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame.
SKIP (. / >)		During playback, press SKIP (. or >) to go to the next	ALL
		chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current
		chapter/track.
		Press SKIP . twice briefly to step back to the previous
		chapter/track.
SCAN (m / M)		During playback, press SCAN (m or M) repeatedly to
		select the required scan speed.	ACD
		DVD, DivX disc: 4 steps
		Video CD, MP3, WMA, Audio CD: 3 steps
		While the playback is paused, press SCAN (m or M)	DVD
		repeatedly to play in slow motion (4 steps).	(forward only)
REPEAT		During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a	ALL
		desired repeat mode.
		DVD Video discs: Chapter/Title/Off
		Video CD, Audio CD, DivX/MP3/WMA discs: Track/All/Off
A-B		Press the A-B button one at a time to select a point A and
		point B and repeats a sequence from point A (Starting point)	ACD
		to point B (End point).
ZOOM		During playback or pause mode, press ZOOM to enlarge
		the video image.( 3 steps)
		You can move through the zoomed picture using b B v V
		buttons. Press CLEAR to exit.
RANDOM		During playback or in stop mode, press RANDOM for	VCD
		random playback.	WMA
TITLE		If the current DVD title has a menu, the title menu appears	DVD
		on the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appears.
DVD MENU		The disc menu appears on the screen.
	(ANGLE)	During playback of DVD disc that contains scenes recorded
		at different camera angles, press ANGLE repeatedly to
		select a desired angle.
	(SUBTITLE)	During playback, press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select a
		desired subtitle language.
	(AUDIO)	During playback, press AUDIO repeatedly to hear a different	DVD
		audio language or audio track.

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