Marantz VC4400 User Manual
Model VC4400 User Guide
5 Disc DVD Changer
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Safety Precautions
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 book case or similar unit.
CAUTION:
This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s
manual carefully and retain for future reference should the unit
require maintenance, contact an authorized service location
(see service procedure).
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 should not be exposed to water
(dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, should 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 product 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 when the product is
operated in a residential installation. This product generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the product 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 product and
receiver.
Connect the product 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.
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
on a VCR, 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. 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.
SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number is found on the back of
this unit. This number is unique to this unit and not available to
others. You should record requested information here and
retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase.
Model No. ___________________________________
Serial No. ___________________________________
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and oper-
ating 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 product 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.
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 product.
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 product 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 product, the product
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 3
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front Panel and Display Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Connecting to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting to Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15
General Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
On-Screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15
Initial Settings General Operation. . . . . . . . . 13
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Parental Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Operation
Operation with DVD and Video CD . . . . . . . . . 16-19
Playing a DVD and Video CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exchanging discs during playback . . . . . . . . 16
Skipping discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exchanging the disc and starting playback . . 16
General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Moving to another TITLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK . . . . . 17
Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 17
Slow Motion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Marker Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Special DVD Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the Audio Language. . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operation with Audio CD and MP3/WMA Disc
. . 20-21
Playing an Audio CD and MP3/WMA Disc . . . . . 20
Notes on MP3/WMA Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Moving to another Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Repeat Track/ All/ Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Repeat Track/Disc/All/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Operation with JPEG Disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Viewing a JPEG disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Moving to another File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Still Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
To flip the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
To rotate picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Notes on JPEG Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24
Programmed Playback with Audio CD . . . . . . . . 23
Programmed Playback with MP3/WMA disc . . . . 23
Programmed Playback with Video CD . . . . . . . . 23
Repeat Programmed Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Erasing a Track from Program List. . . . . . . . 24
Erasing the Complete Program List . . . . . . . 24
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Screen Saver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Video Mode Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Setting Remote control codes of DVD player . . . 25
Reference
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Country Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
About the symbols for instructions
Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit
itself or other material damage.
Indicates special operating features of this unit.
Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.
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INTRODUCTION
Before Use
Playable Discs
DVD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
Video CD (VCD)
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
Audio CD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
In addition, this unit can play a DVD-R, DVD±RW,
Kodak PICTURE CD, SVCD, and CD-R or CD-RW that
contains audio titles, MP3, WMA or JPEG files.
Notes
– Depending on the conditions of the recording equip-
ment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD-R/±RW) disc itself,
some CD-R/RW (or DVD-R/±RW) discs cannot be
played on the unit.
– Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the
labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc.
–
Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped
or octagonal). It may result in malfunctions.
Notes on DVDs and Video CDs
Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs
may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers.
As this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to
disc content designed by the software manufacturer,
some playback features of the unit may not be available
or other functions may be added.
Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs
and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the unit.
Regional code of the DVD player and DVDs
This DVD player is designed and manufactured
for playback of region “1” encoded DVD software. The region code on the labels of some
DVD discs indicates which type of player can play those
discs. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled “1” or
“ALL”. If you try to play any other discs, the message
“Check Regional Code” will appear on the TV screen.
Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even
though their playback is prohibited by area limits.
Disc-related terms
Title (DVD only)
The main film content or accompanying feature content
or additional feature content, or music album.
Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling
you to locate it easily.
Chapter (DVD only)
Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller
than titles. A title is composed of one or several chapters. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number,
enabling you to locate the chapter you want. Depending
on the disc, chapters may not be recorded.
Track (Video CD and audio CD only)
Sections of a picture or a musical piece on a video CD
or an audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number,
enabling you to locate the track you want.
Scene
On a video CD with PBC (Playback control) functions,
moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “Scenes”. Each scene is displayed in the
menu screen and assigned a scene number, enabling
you to locate the scene you want.
A scene is composed of one or several tracks.
Types of video CDs
There are two types of video CDs:
Video CDs equipped with PBC (Version 2.0)
PBC (Playback control) functions allow you to interact
with the system via menus, search functions, or other
typical computer-like operations. Moreover, still pictures
of high resolution can be played if they are included in
the disc.
Video CDs not equipped with PBC (Version 1.1)
Operated in the same way as audio CDs, these discs
allow playback of video pictures as well as sound, but
they are not equipped with PBC.
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Before Use (Continued)
Precautions
Handling the unit
When shipping the unit
The original shipping carton and packing materials
come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the
unit as it was originally packed at the factory.
When setting up the unit
The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio
may be distorted during playback. In this case, position
the unit away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the
unit after removing the disc.
To keep the exterior surfaces clean
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide spray,
near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in
contact with the unit for a long period of time. They will
leave marks on the surface.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the cabinet
Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty,
use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol,
benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface
of the unit.
To obtain a clear picture
The DVD player is a high-tech, precision device. If the
optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or
worn, the picture quality will be poor.
Regular inspection and maintenance are recommended
after every 1,000 hours of use. (This depends on the
operating environment.)
For details, please contact your nearest dealer.
Notes on Discs
Handling discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not
get on the surface.
Do not 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, or leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight, as there may be a considerable temperature
increase inside the car.
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.
About Symbols
About the symbol display
“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation.
This icon means the function explained in this owner’s
manual is not available on that specific DVD video disc.
About the disc symbols for instructions
A section whose title has one of the following symbol is
applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol.
DVD
Video CDs with the PBC (playback control)
function.
Video CDs without the PBC (playback control)
function.
Audio CDs.
MP3 discs.
WMA discs.
JPEG discs.
JPEG
WMA
MP3
CD
VCD1.1
VCD2.0
DVD
Remote control battery installation
Detach the battery cover on the rear of
the remote control, and insert two R03
(size AAA) batteries with and
aligned correctly.
Caution
Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different
types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).
Remote Control Operation Range
Point the remote control at the remote sensor and
press the buttons.
Distance: About 16 ft (5 m) from the front of the
remote sensor.
Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of the
remote sensor.
AAA
AAA
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INTRODUCTION
Front Panel and Display Window
Disc Tray
Insert a disc here.
Forward Skip/Scan (
RR / TT
)
Go to NEXT chapter/track.
Press and hold for two seconds for
a fast forward search.
Reverse Skip/Scan (
SS / QQ
)
Go to beginning of current
chapter/track or to PREVIOUS
chapter/track.
Press and hold for two seconds for a
fast reverse search.
STOP ( 99)
Stops playback.
PAUSE ( ;;)
Pause playback temporarily/ press repeatedly
for frame-by-frame playback.
PLAY ( 22)
Starts playback.
STANDBY
Lights red when the
DVD player is standby.
POWER
ON/STANDBY
Switches the
player ON and
STANDBY.
Display window
Shows the current
status of the player.
Remote Sensor
OPEN/CLOSE ( //)
Opens or closes the
disc tray.
DISC SKIP
Moves to the next
available disc tray.
DISC EX-CHANGE
Changes a disc (other than the
one playing) during playback
Indicates current player function:
Playback, Pause, etc.
A light will appear if a disc is in the
disc tray. The current disc tray flashes.
ANGLE Lights when multi angles are
present.
DVD inserted
CD Audio CD inserted
VCD Video CD inserted
MP3 MP3 or WMA disc inserted
TITLE Indicates current title number
CHP/TRK Indicates current chapter or track number
Indicates total playing time/elapsed time
PROG. Programmed playback active
RANDOM RANDOM
playback active
Indicates repeat
mode
DVD
1
2
5
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DVD
TITLEMP3 VCD CD
CHP/TRK
PROG.
RANDOM ALL
AB
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Remote Control
MARKER •
Marks any point during playback.
SEARCH •
Displays MARKER SEARCH menu.
POWER
Switches DVD Player ON and OFF.
AUDIO
Selects an audio language (DVD) or
an audio channel (CD).
SUBTITLE
Selects a subtitle language.
0-9 number buttons
Selects numbered items in a menu.
Reverse SKIP/SCAN (
SS
) •
Search backward*/ go to beginning
of current chapter or track or go to
previous chapter or track.
* Press and hold button for about
two seconds.
PLAY ( 22) •
Starts playback.
Forward SKIP/SCAN (
TT
) •
Search forward*/ go to next chap-
ter or track.
OSD
Accesses On-Screen display.
MENU
Accesses menu on a DVD disc.
TOP MENU •
Displays the discs Top menu, if
available.
SETUP •
Accesses or removes setup menu.
RETURN •
- Removes the setup menu.
- Displays the menu of a video
CD with PBC.
OPEN/CLOSE
Opens and closes the disc tray.
ANGLE
Selects a DVD camera angle if
available
RANDOM
Plays tracks in random order.
PROGRAM
Enters to the program edit mode or
exits from that.
CLEAR
Removes a track number on the
program list or a mark on the
MARKER SEARCH menu.
• ZOOM
Enlarges video image.
• STOP ( 99)
Stops playback.
• PAUSE/STEP ( ;;)
Pauses playback temporarily/ press
repeatedly for frame-by-frame
playback.
SELECT/ENTER
Acknowledges menu selection.
SLOW (
,, / ..
)
Reverse/ Forward slow playback.
11/22/33/44
(left/right/up/down)
- Selects an item in the menu.
• REPEAT
Repeat chapter, track, title all.
• A-B
Repeat sequence.
• DISC SKIP
Moves to the next available disc tray.
Setting Remote control codes of Remote control
• This remote control supports two remote control codes: C004 and C044.
• When the unit is shipped from the factory, the remote control is set to C004.
• To set the remote control to C044, hold down both the STOP button and "2" number button on the remote control
for at least five seconds.
• You can change the code of remote control only when NO DISC appears in the display window.
• To set the remote control back to C004, hold down both the STOP button and "1" number button on the
remote control for at least five seconds.
• Also set the remote control codes of the player to the same setting as the remote control.
(This setting is set to C004, when the unit is shipped from the factory.) (page 25)
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INTRODUCTION
Rear Panel
Caution
Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent
damage to the unit.
COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)
Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.
OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)
Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.
AUDIO OUT1 (Left/Right)
Connect to an amplifier, receiver,
or stereo system.
AUDIO OUT2 (Left/Right)
Connect to an amplifier, receiver,
or stereo system.
VIDEO OUT
Connect to a TV with video inputs.
AC Power Cord
Plug into the power source.
S-VIDEO OUT
Connect to a TV with S-Video inputs.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR)
Connect to a TV with Y, CB/PB, CR/P
R inputs.
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