Onkyo DV-C501 User Manual

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Contents

Before Using Your DVD Changer 2

DVD Changer

DV-C501

Instruction Manual

DISPLAYDIMMER

DISC SELECT

12345

STANDBY / ON

DISC SKIP

NEXT SELECTION

CD PLAY

SKIP

STOP PAUSE

OPEN/CLOSE

Getting Started

Connections

Basic Playback

PLAY

POWERPOWER

OFF

Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo DVD Changer. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and turning on the power. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new DVD Changer. Please retain this manual for future reference.

DVD / VIDEO CD / CD CHANGER

DV- C

501

Advanced Playback

Function Setup

Others

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Important Safeguards

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The 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 appliance.

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS

OUVRIR

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

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

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

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

5. Cleaning – Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use the appliance near water –for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

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

9. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should be free space of at least 5 cm (2 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.

11. Power Sources – The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

12. Grounding or Polarization – The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way . This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

14. Lightning – For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.

17. Servicing – Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the appliance, C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal

operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way, and F . When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance –

this indicates a need for service.

19. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition.

21. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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Precautions

CAUTION:

VISIBLE LASER RADIA TION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION:

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

For European model

This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” So, to use this model properly, read this Instruction Manual carefully . In case of any trouble, please contact the store where you purchased the unit. To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”

This label on the rear panel states that:

1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and employs a laser inside the cabinet.

2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

For U.S. model

The laser is covered by a housing which prevents exposure during operation or maintenance. However , this product is classified as a Laser Product by CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) which is a department of the Food and Drug Administration. According to their regulations 21 CFR section 1002.30, all manufactures who sell Laser Products must maintain records of written communications between the manufacturer, dealers and customers concerning radiation safety. If you have any complaints about instructions or explanations affecting the use of this product, please feel free to write to the address on the back page of this manual. When you write us, please include the model number and serial number of your unit.

In compliance with Federal Regulations, the certification, identification and the period of manufacture are indicated on the rear panel.

For Canadian model

For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Modele pour les Canadien

Sur les modeles dont la fiche est polarisee:

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES,

INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For British model

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

IMPORTANT

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

Blue : Neutral

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

IMPORTANT

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

FCC INFORMATION FOR USER

CAUTION:

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

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

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Precautions

1.Regional restriction codes (region number)

Regional restriction codes are built-in to DVD changers and DVD discs for each sales region. If the regional code of the DVD changer does not match one of the regional codes of the DVD disc, playback is not possible. The region number can be found on the rear panel of the DVD player. (ex: Region 1)

2.About This Manual

This manual explains the basic procedures for operating your DVD Changer. Some DVD video discs do not support the full potential of the DVD technology . Your DVD Changer may therefore not respond to all operating commands. Refer to instruction notes on discs. A “ ” mark may appear on the TV screen during operation. It means that the operation is not permitted by the DVD Changer or the disc.

3.Warranty Claim

Y ou can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In case of warranty claim, please report this number.

4.Recording Copyright

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

5.Power

WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ

THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country

or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.

6.Do not touch this unit with wet hands

Do not handle this unit or power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the case, take this unit to an authorized service center for inspection.

7. Location of this unit

• Place this unit in a well-ventilated location. Take special care to provide plenty of ventilation on all sides of this

unit especially when it is placed in an audio rack. If ventilation is blocked, this unit may overheat and malfunction.

• Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heating units as this unit's internal temperature may rise and shorten the life of the pickup.

• Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly affected by vibrations from the speakers. In particular, avoid placing the unit on or above one of the speakers.

• Be sure this unit is placed in a horizontal position. Never place it on its side or on a slanted surface as it may malfunction.

• When you place this DVD Changer near a TV, radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may be distorted. In this case, place the DVD Changer away from the TV, radio, or VCR.

9.Notes on Handling

• When shipping the DVD Changer, use the original shipping carton and packing materials. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

• Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the DVD Changer . Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the DVD Changer for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish.

• The top and rear panels of the DVD Changer after a long period of use. This is not a malfunction.

• When the DVD Changer is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and turn off the power.

• If you do not use the DVD Changer for a long period, the unit may not function properly in the future. T urn on and use the DVD Changer occasionally.

may become warm

10.To Obtain a Clear Picture

The DVD Changer is a high technology, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn down, the picture quality becomes poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating environment. For details, contact your nearest dealer.

11.Notes on Moisture Condensation

Moisture condensation damages the DVD Changer. Please read the following carefully.

Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day . Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way , moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the DVD Changer.

• Moisture condensation occurs in the following cases.

- When you bring the DVD Changer directly from a cold place to a warm place.

- When you use the DVD Changer in a room where you just turned on the heater , or a place where the cold wind from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.

- In summer, when you use the DVD Changer in a hot and humid place just after you move the unit from an air conditioned room.

- When you use the DVD Changer in a humid place.

• Do not use the DVD Changer when moisture condensation may occur. If you use the DVD Changer in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts. Remove the disc, connect the power cord of the DVD Changer to the wall outlet, turn on the DVD Changer, and leave it for two or three hours. After a few hours, the DVD Changer will have warmed up and evaporated any moisture. Keep the DVD Changer connected to the wall outlet and moisture condensation will seldom occur.

8.Care

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

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Important Safeguards/Precautions/Table of Contents ....................................................................................................2–5

Getting Started

Features..........................................................................6

Supplied Accessories ..................................................... 7

Preparing the Remote Controller ................................... 8

Installing the remote controller batteries ................... 8

Using the remote controller ....................................... 8

Notes on the Discs You Can Use with this Unit ............. 9

Discs You can Use .................................................... 9

Connections

Connecting the DV-C501 to a TV................................. 10

Connecting the DV-C501 to a TV ............................ 10

Connecting to an Audio System and TV with

COMPONENT VIDEO Inputs ....................................... 11

Other Audio Playback Options ..................................... 12

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with

a Dolby Digital Decoder........................................... 12

Basic Playback

Playing back Discs ....................................................... 14

Basic Playback ........................................................ 14

Direct Playback, Stop and Pause............................16

Fast Reverse and Fast Forward Playback .............. 16

Slow-Motion Playback ............................................. 17

Resuming Playback From the Desired Location ..... 17

Handling Discs .......................................................... 9

Cleaning Discs .......................................................... 9

Storing Discs ............................................................. 9

About VIDEO CDs.....................................................9

Notes on Copyright.................................................... 9

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with

Dolby Pro Logic Surround ....................................... 12

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with

a DTS Decoder........................................................ 13

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with

a Digital Audio Input ................................................ 13

Locating Titles, Chapters, or Tracks............................. 18

Locating a Title Using the Title Menu ...................... 18

Title Selection with the Numeric Buttons.................18

Selecting Chapters or Tracks .................................. 19

Selecting a Precise Scene or Audio Passage.............. 20

Entering the Time Location...................................... 20

Advanced Playback

Repeat Functions ......................................................... 21

Repeating a Title or Chapter/Track.......................... 21

Repeating a Given Scene or Passage .................... 21

Setting the Desired Playback Order.............................22

Programming Memory Sequences..........................22

Additional Playback Functions ..................................... 24

Next Selection: Preparing the next Audio Track ...... 24

Using the DVD Changer as CD player .................... 25

Random Playback ................................................... 26

DVD Video Disc Functions ........................................... 27

Function Setup

Advanced Settings........................................................ 32

Setting Procedure.................................................... 32

LANGUAGE Functions............................................34

PICTURE Settings................................................... 35

AUDIO Settings ....................................................... 36

Others

Troubleshooting ............................................................40

Symptoms and Corrections ..................................... 40

Identification of Controls...............................................4 1

Front Panel..............................................................41

Rear Panel .............................................................. 41

Zooming in............................................................... 27

Changing the Camera Angle ................................... 27

Audio Playback Settings.......................................... 28

Using the Subtitle Feature.......................................30

Using The On-Screen Display Functions.....................31

Requesting Basic Information ................................. 31

More Specific Information: Remaining Time

and Setting Status ................................................... 31

DISPLAY Settings.................................................... 37

OPERATION Settings.............................................. 37

Table of Languages ......................................................39

Table of Languages and Their Abbreviations .......... 39

DVD Display ............................................................ 42

Remote Controller ................................................... 43

Specifications................................................................ 44

DVD Changer/Outputs ............................................ 44

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Getting Started

Features

■ Highlights that Set the DV-C501

• Dolby* Digital Audio Output

• 5-Disc playback

• DTS** Compatibility

• Video CD playback

• Full 96-kHz/24-bit resolution with 96-kHz/24-bit discs

• Direct digital path for signal purity (U.S. & Canadian models only)

• Enhanced black-level setting

• Next Selection

■ Video Features

• DTS Compatibility means the DV-C501 can pass a DTSencoded digital signal from discs with DTS soundtracks to an external processor or receiver with a DTS decoder

•

Advanced 10-Bit 27 MHz Video D/A Conversion for four times the accuracy of conventional 8-bit, 13.5 MHz systems

• 3-Mode Picture Magnification enables you to “zoom” in and enlarge in three steps 25 selected areas of the picture

• Enhanced Black-Level Control lets you set the reference black threshold cutoff-especially useful for picture calibration on TVs

• Passes PLUGE Signals to make it easier for you to set the brightness of your monitor when using DVD test discs

• Video CD Playback for enjoying the wide selection of inexpensive Video-CD software, which has the same high audio quality as MiniDiscs, and picture quality comparable to VHS video cassettes

• High Resolution Onscreen Display

• S-Video Output

• Full-Time Active Video Outputs to make using the DVD changer with both the main home-theater television and the display in the bedroom much easier

• 4-Mode Search (title, DVD chapter, CD track, and time)

• Still Frame to view single frames

• Frame Advance

• Slow Motion for DVD playback without sound at 1/2, 1/4, or 1/8th the normal speed

• Fast Forward/Reverse (x2, x8, x30)

• Last Memory Play function for both DVDs and CDsresumes play from where last stopped, even if the power was turned off

• 6-Mode Repeat allows you to repeat titles, chapters, tracks, all tracks, memory, and a user-selected A-B section on DVDs and CDs

• Programmed Memory Playback

• Random Playback

• Multi-Aspect Ratio

• 8-Language Soundtrack Capability

• 32 Subtitle Languages

• Multi-Camera Angle

• Parental Viewing Control

• Screen Saver

■ Audio Features

• Audiophile-Class Audio Performance

• Direct Digital Path (U.S. & Canadian models only)

• Full 96-kHz/24-Bit Audio Resolution

• Digital Audio Output (coaxial)

• Optical Digital Audio Output

• 1 Pair of Analog Outputs (RCA)

■ Other Features You’ll Enjoy

• 4-Disc Exchange

• CD Mode (DVD Skip) Control

• Next Selection

• Direct Disc Access

• Separate indicators for Each Disc (1 to 5)

• Dual-Focus Optical Pickup

• Dynamic Range Control

• Large, Bright, Universal Fluorescent Display

• 2-Mode Display Dimmer (normal, dim)

• Anti-Resonant, Heavy-Gauge, Reinforced-Steel Chassis

• Large Anti-Resonant Feet

• Inlet type AC Cord

• Brushed Aluminum Front Panel

• 53-Key Full-Function Remote Control

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

** “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital

Theater Systems, Inc.

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Supplied Accessories

After unpacking, check whether the box contains all items listed below. If anything is missing, contact the ONKYO dealer where you bought the DVD Changer. The number of accessories is indicated in brackets.

Getting Started Connections

Remote controller (RC-417DV) [1] Audio/video connection cable [1]

Batteries for the remote controller

(size AA/UM-3) [2]

S video cable [1]

Power cable [1]

(U.S. & Canadian model’s cable shown)

Basic Playback

Conversion plug [1]

Use this plug if the power cable plug of the DV -C501 does not fit your AC outlet. (Shape may vary according to the area where purchased.) Not available on the U.S. and Canadian models.

Declaration of Conformity

We,

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20 82110 GERMERING, GERMANY

declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3 (or EN60555-2, -3)

GERMERING, GERMANY

K.OTSU

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

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Pr eparing the Remote Controller

Remote control sensor

DV-C501

Installing the remote controller batteries

1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing and sliding it away from the remote controller unit.

2. Insert two AA (R6- or UM-3)-size batteries into the battery compartment. Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive (+) and negative (–) symbols) inside the battery compartment.

3. After batteries are installed and seated correctly, replace the compartment cover.

Notes:

• Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of batteries.

• To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller is not to be used for a long time.

• Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion. If the remote controller doesn’t operate smoothly, replace both the batteries at the same time.

• The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but this will vary depending on usage.

Using the remote controller

Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor.

STANDBY indicator

approx. 5 m

(16 feet)

Notes:

• Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of the remote controller.

• Using another remote controller of the same type in the same room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays may cause operational interference.

• Do not put any object such as a book on the remote controller. The buttons of the remote controller may be pressed by mistake and drain the batteries.

• Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass. Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation.

• If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.

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Notes on the Discs You Can Use with this Unit

In this section, you will learn which discs can be used with your DV-C501, and how to handle, clean, and store them.

Discs You can Use

Your DVD Changer can play back the following discs:

Disc mark

DVD videos

VIDEO CDs

Audio CDs

• You cannot play back discs other than those listed above.

• You cannot play back discs such as CD-R, CD-RW, CDROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, etc., even though they may be labelled with one of the above logos.

•

U.S. & Canadian models:

This DVD Changer uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play back DVD videos recorded in any other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.).

Other area models:

This DVD Changer uses the PAL/NTSC color system, and cannot play back DVD videos recorded in any other color system (SECAM, etc.).

• Avoid using heart-shaped or octagonal discs. Playing irregularly shaped discs may damage the DVD Changer’s internal mechanism.

Contents

Audio

Video

(moving

pictures)

Audio +

Video

(moving

pictures)

Audio

Disc

size

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm

single)

Maximum

playback time

Approx. 4 hours (single sided disc)

Approx. 8 hours (double-sided disc)

Approx. 80 minutes (single-sided disc)

Approx. 160 minutes

(double-sided disc)

Approx. 74 minutes Approx. 20 minutes Approx. 74 minutes

(CD

Approx. 20 minutes

Cleaning Discs

• Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause a deterioration of the picture and sound quality. W ipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the discs clean.

• Stubborn dust or dirt can be removed by wiping the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and finishing with a dry cloth.

• Never use solvents such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. They may damage the disc.

Storing Discs

• Do not store discs in places subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust, such as in a bathroom or near a humidifier.

• Store discs vertically in their case. Stacking or placing objects on unprotected discs may cause warping and scratches.

About VIDEO CDs

Your DVD Changer can play back version 1.1 and 2.0 Video CDs. Version 2.0 discs support PBC functionality. (PBC is the abbreviation of Playback Control.)

VIDEO CDs not equipped with PBC functionality (Version 1.1)

•

Sound and pictures are played back in the same way as an audio CD.

•

VIDEO CDs equipped with PBC functionality (Version 2.0)

In addition to the functions available for version 1.1 Video CDs, you can use interactive software and search functions. These are accessible via a menu displayed on the TV screen (Menu Playback). However , not all functions described in this Instruction Manual are supported by all Video CDs.

Getting Started Connections

Basic Playback

• Do not use discs that contain adhesive tape or a disc label (on rental discs). Otherwise, you may not be able to eject the discs, or the DVD Changer may become inoperative.

Handling Discs

• Never touch the playback side (the “blank” side) of the disc.

Playback side

• Never attach paper or tape to discs.

Notes on Copyright

It is forbidden by law to copy , broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission. DVD video discs are copy protected, and any copy made from these discs will be distorted. 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, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Connecting the DV-C501 to a TV

Here is how to connect your DVD Changer to your TV set. In this case, both the video and audio signals will be played back by your TV set.

Connecting the DV-C501 to a TV

1. Switch off the DVD Changer and the TV set.

2. Connect the DV-C501 to your TV set as shown in the illustration.

AC INLET

To audio inputs

(white)

(yellow)

Do not plug in the power cable until all connections

have been made.

Power cable (included)

To wall outlet

(see below)

(red)

To ANALOG AUDIO OUT

(white)

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

(red)

VIDEO

Signal flow

S VIDEO

OUT

COAXIAL

VIDEO

(yellow)

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL

To S VIDEO OUT

Audio·video cable (supplied)

To video input

Improper connection

S video cable (supplied)

To S video input

If the TV has an S video input, connect the DVD Changer with the supplied S video cable.

Insert completely

TV or monitor with audio and video inputs

■ Selecting the audio outputs

Your DV-C501 provides several options for audio playback: you can use the analog or one of the digital audio outputs. If the audio is to be played back by your TV set, connect the ANALOG OUTPUTs to the audio inputs of your TV set and activate them (“Analog 2ch”). See “Audio Settings” on page 36 for details.

Notes:

• See also the instruction manual of the connected TV on how to select the signals transmitted by the DVD Changer.

• Before connecting the DVD Changer to your TV, be sure to turn off the power to and unplug both units from the wall outlet.

• If your TV set has one audio input (monaural), connect a Y cable adapter to the DV-C501’s ANALOG OUTPUTs, and the other end of the adapter to the TV’s audio input.

• Be sure to establish a direct video connection between the DV-C501 and your TV set. Do not route the video signal through your VCR or other video component. Otherwise the picture may be distorted due to the DVD disc’s copy protection.

Connecting a power cable

1. Connect the outlet plug on the included power cable to the

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

VIDEO OUTPUT

OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

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AC INLET on the DV-C501.

2. Plug-in the other end of the cable to a wall AC outlet.

Notes:

• Do not use any power cable other than the included cable. The included cable is designed for use only with the DV-C501. Do not

use it for any other device.

• Do not connect or disconnect the outlet plug from the DV-C501 while the other end is plugged into the wall AC outlet.

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Connecting to an Audio System and TV with COMPONENT VIDEO Inputs

■ It is also possible to “split” the audio and video signals by sending the video signal to your TV set and

the audio signal to an amplifier. Doing so has the advantage that you can:

• Listen to the sound of audio CDs and DVD video discs in stereo (via the amplifier) or in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic Surround or DTS (see pages 12, 13);

• Enjoy a better picture quality of DVD video discs on a TV equipped with Component Video inputs than would be possible via an S-video connection.

Notes

• See also the manuals of your audio amplifier and TV set for establishing the correct connections and making the required settings.

• Before connecting the DVD Changer to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all components from the wall outlet.

• This DVD Changer outputs a very dynamic audio signal. Be sure to set the amplifier’s volume to a moderate listening level to avoid damaging

your speakers due to sudden volume surges.

• Switch off the amplifier or select another input source before connecting or disconnecting the DVD Changer’s power cable. If you leave the

amplifier power on, the speakers may be damaged.

Your DV-C501 provides several options for audio playback: you can use the analog or one of the digital audio outputs. If your amplifier only provides analog inputs, use the DV-C501’s ANALOG OUTPUTs and select them via the on-screen menu (“Analog 2ch”). See “Audio Settings” on page 36 for details.

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

S VIDEO

COAXIAL

VIDEO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUTPUT

AC INLET

Do not plug in the power cable until all connections have been made.

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Basic Playback

Power cable (included)

To wall outlet

(See page 10)

To Y VIDEO OUT

To P

VIDEO OUT

To PR VIDEO OUT

(red)

(white)

To ANALOG AUDIO OUT

To audio inputs

(red)

of the amplifier

(white)

Audio system

R video input

To P To P

B video input

To Y video input

Signal flow

TV or monitor with component signal inputs

■ COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (COLOR DIFFERENCE):

Some TVs or monitors are equipped with Color Difference inputs. Connecting the DV-C501 to these inputs allows you to enjoy a better picture quality. Be sure to match the DV-C501’s VIDEO OUTPUTs with the Component Video inputs of your TV or monitor (see the illustration). Actual labels for the Color Difference inputs may vary depending on the TV manufacturer (e.g. Y, B-Y, R-Y, etc.). On some TVs or monitors, the color levels of the picture may be reduced slightly, or the tint may change. In such cases, adjust the TV or monitor for optimum performance.

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Others

Note:

• If you place the DVD Changer near a tuner or radio, the radio reception might be distorted due to interference. In this case, locate the DV-

C501 away from the tuner or radio.

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Other Audio Playback Options

■ You can enjoy high-quality surround audio playback by connecting the DV-C501 to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic Surround, or DTS decoder. Furthermore you can transfer the signal of audio CDs to your amplifier in the digital domain if it is fitted with a digital input. See pages 10 and 11 for the video hookup of the DV-C501 to your TV set.

When using an optical digital cable, remove the cap from the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPTICAL connector and firmly fit the cable’s jack into the connector. When not using this connector, keep it capped to protect it from dust intrusion.

Notes:

• Before connecting the DVD Changer to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all components from the wall outlet.

• This DVD Changer outputs a very dynamic audio signal. Be sure to set the amplifier’s volume to a moderate listening level to avoid damaging your speakers due to sudden volume surges.

• Switch off the amplifier or select another input source before connecting or disconnecting the DVD Changer’s power cable. If you leave the amplifier power on, the speakers may be damaged.

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder

Playback of Dolby Digital-encoded discs requires that you establish a digital connection with the amplifier. The selection of the DV-C501’s

AC INLET

DIGITAL OUTPUT depends on the type of digital input provided on your amplifier. Use either the DIGITAL OUTPUT COAXIAL or OPTICAL connector. See the amplifier’s manual for details.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is a surround sound technology used in movie theaters that is now also available on equipment for a home environment. You can play back motion picture and live-concert DVD video discs of this sound format by connecting the DVD Changer to a 6-channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder or Dolby Digital processor. If your amplifier (or separate decoder) supports Dolby Pro Logic Surround, you can even play back Dolby Pro Logic-encoded DVD movies with full 5.1-channel Dolby Digital soundtracks, as well as titles with the Dolby Surround mark.

• This functionality is only available when using DVD video discs with Dolby Digital encoding.

• Make the following settings:

Setting Select: Page

Audio Out Select Bitstream 36

Recording system

• Select the Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic Surround mode on your amplifier.

Signal flow

Connection example

Front speaker (left)

Center speaker Surround

speaker (left)

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

VIDEO OUTPUT

OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

75 Ω coaxial cable

To COAXIAL type digital audio input

Optical digital cable

To OPTICAL type digital audio input

Amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

Surround speaker (right)

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Your DV-C501 also supports Dolby Pro Logic Surround. This effect can be obtained in one of two ways: via a digital or an analog connection with an amplifier that supports Dolby Pro Logic Surround (see below).

Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Playback of Dolby Pro Logic Surround-encoded DVD video discs requires that you connect the DV-C501 to an amplifier with right and left front speakers, a center speaker, and one or two surround speakers. Feel free to use one or two surround speakers. Be aware, though, that the output sound of the rear channel will be monaural even if you connect two surround speakers.

• If your amplifier is fitted with a digital input:

See the connection for Dolby Digital playback above and make the suggested settings. See also the amplifier’s manual for how to select its Dolby Pro Logic Surround mode.

• If your amplifier has no digital input:

Connect the DV-C501’s ANALOG OUTPUTs as shown in the illustration to the left, and make the following setting:

Setting Select: Page

Audio Out Select Analog 2ch 36

• Select the Dolby Pro Logic Surround mode on your amplifier.

Note:

• Do not forget to select the DVD Changer’s AUDIO OUTPUTs (“Analog 2ch”). See “Audio Settings” on page 36 for details.

Signal flow

Connection example

Front speaker (left)

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

Audio cable

To audio input

VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Surround speaker

Amplifier equipped with Dolby Pro Logic surround

Center speaker

Front speaker (right)

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Warnings

• If you connect to the digital input of an amplifier that does not have a Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder, set the DV-C501’s “Audio Out Select” function to “PCM.” Any other setting may damage your ears or speakers when using high volume levels.

• During playback of DTS-encoded audio CDs, excessive noise may be output from the ANALOG OUTPUTs. To avoid possible damage to your audio system, we recommend you either break the connection between the DVD Changer’s ANALOG OUTPUTs and the amplifier, or to only start playback of your DV-C501 after selecting the appropriate digital input source on your amplifier.

• DTS Digital Surround™ playback is only available if you connect an external 5.1-channel DTS Digital Surround™ decoder to a DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of the DVD Changer.

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a DTS Decoder

Playback of DTS-encoded discs requires that you establish a digital connection with the amplifier. The selection of the DV-C501’s DIGITAL OUTPUT depends on the type of digital input provided on your amplifier. Use either the DIGITAL OUTPUT COAXIAL or OPTICAL connector. See the amplifier’s manual for details.

Getting Started Connections

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

VIDEO OUTPUT

OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

AC INLET

Digital Theater System (DTS)

DTS is a high-quality surround technology used in movie theaters that is also available for home use on DVD video discs or audio CDs. If you have a DTS decoder or processor, you can obtain the full benefit or 5.1-channel DTS encoded sound tracks.

Signal flow

Connection example

75 Ω coaxial cable

To COAXIAL type digital audio input

Optical digital cable

To OPTICAL type digital audio input

Amplifier equipped with a DTS decoder

• DTS functionality is only available when using DVD video discs or audio CDs with DTS encoding.

• Make the following settings:

Setting Select: Page

Audio Out Select Bitstream 36

Recording system DTS 29

Front speaker (left)

Center speaker Surround

speaker (left )

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

Surround speaker (right )

• Select the DTS mode on your amplifier.

Digital Stereo Audio Playback

The DV-C501 also allows you to output a stereo audio signal in the digital domain. The selection of the DV-C501’s DIGITAL OUTPUT depends on the type of digital input provided on your amplifier. Use either the DIGITAL OUTPUT COAXIAL or OPTICAL connector. See the amplifier’s manual for details.

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a Digital Audio Input

PCM

If your amplifier provides a digital audio input, you can establish a digital connection between the DV-C501 and the amplifier. Choose this type of connection if your amplifier is equipped with a better D/A converter than your DV-C501, or if you also own a dedicated D/A converter.

• Make the following setting:

Setting Select: Page

Audio Out Select PCM 36

Notes:

• NEVER connect a DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of the DVD Changer to the AC-3 RF input of a Dolby Digital Receiver. AC-3 RF inputs use a different encoding format that is not supported by the DV-C501’s DIGITAL OUTPUTs.

• The amplifier’s coaxial digital input may be labelled “DIGITAL” rather than “COAXIAL”. See its manual for details.

Signal flow

Connection example

Front speaker (left)

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

VIDEO OUTPUT

OUTPUT

ANALOG OUTPUT

75 Ω coaxial cable

To COAXIAL type digital audio input

Optical digital cable

To OPTICAL type digital audio input

Amplifier equipped with a Digital Audio Input

Front speaker (right)

AC INLET

Basic Playback

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Others

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CAUTION

DVD / VIDEO CD / CD CHANGER

DV- C

501

DISC SKIP

12345

PLAY

STOP PAUSE

SKIPNEXT SELECTION

CD PLAY

DISPLAYDIMMER

DISC SELECT

OFF

POWERPOWER

STANDBY / ON

OPEN/CLOSE

POWER

DISC 1—5

STANDBY/ON

DISC SKIP /

Keep your fingers clear of the disc drawer as it is closing to

Playing back Discs

avoid personal injury.

This section shows you the basics on how to playback a disc. Most steps in this manual need to be performed using the supplied remote controller. The relative buttons are usually indicated at the beginning of a section.

Basic Playback

■ Preparations

• To view a video disc, switch on your TV set and select the video input the DV-C501 is connected to. See also pages 10, 11 for how to connect the DVD Changer to your TV set.

• If you are also using an amplifier for separate audio playback (see pages 11, 12, 13), switch on the amplifier and select the input the DV-C501 is connected to.

-2

-3

POWERPOWER

STANDBY / ON

POWER

OPEN/CLOSE

OPEN/

Connecting to a Wall Outlet and Powering On.

1 Plug the power cable into a suitable wall outlet. 2 Press the POWER button on the main unit to switch it to

Standby mode. The STANDBY/ON indicator on the main unit lights.

3 Press the STANDBY/ON button on the main unit, or the

POWER button on the supplied remote controller to switch on the DVD Changer.

The display lights up, and the STANDBY indicator goes dark.

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.

The disc drawer opens, and the disc indicator lights up. (See “DISC INDICATORS ATTENTION” on page 42.)

Place a disc in the front disc tray (DISC 1).

Be sure to insert the disc with the playback side down.

DISC 2

DISC 1

Note:

When you use the DV-C501 for the first time: When the DV-C501 is shipped from the factory, the POWER switch is set to ON ( ON OFF). Therefore, when you plug in the power cable to the AC outlet, the STANDBY/ON indicator lights up and the unit enters Standby mode as described in Step 1- 2.

Note:

The disc drawer can also be opened when the DVD Changer is switched off.

Notes:

• The DV-C501 supports two disc sizes. To avoid damaging your discs or causing malfunction, be sure to insert the discs in the correct guide.

• Only use DVD video discs or audio CDs. Other data carriers may damage your DVD Changer and/or amplifier/TV set.

OPEN/CLOSE

■ Placing discs in the remaining disc trays.

DISC SKIP

Repeatedly press the DISC SKIP / button on the main unit to rotate the disc drawer in the direction of the arrow of the button, and place a disc in each desired tray (1–5).

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again.

The disc drawer closes. Press one of the DISC 1–5 buttons to select the desired disc on the tray for playback.

Note:

Alternatively, press one of the DISC 1–5 buttons to close the disc drawer and play the selected disc automatically.

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FIRST SETUP

TV Shape

4:3LB

Thank you for your purchase of our DVD-Video Player. Please make a selection for On-Screen Language and your TV shape and press ENTER button on your remote control.

On-Screen Language

ENG

DVD

VCD

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POWER OPEN/CLOSE PLAY

PAUSE STOP

MENU ENTER

/ / /

TOP MENU

DISC +/—

To obtain a higher picture quality

Occasionally, some picture distortion not usually visible during a normal telecast may appear on the TV screen during playback of a DVD video disc. This is due to the fact that DVD videos provide a higher resolution and therefore also more data to process. While the amount of noise depends on the TV you connect the DVD Changer to, reducing the sharpness setting on your TV when viewing DVD video discs may alleviate the problem.

About the

DVD

The

VCD

icons on the heading bars below show the discs

symbols

that support the function described in the section in question.

DVD

: This function is available for playback of DVD video discs.

VCD

: This function is available for playback of VIDEO CDs.

: This function is available for playback of audio CDs.

DVD

VCD

Getting Started Connections

PLAY

■ Inserting other discs

1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc drawer. Press the DISC SKIP / button on the main unit repeat-

2. edly until the disc you wish to replace can be accessed.

3. Remove the disc you wish to replace, and insert another disc.

4. Press the

Note:

You can also press the PLAY button to automatically close the drawer and start playback of the disc that is currently up front. To start playback of another disc than the one in the front tray, you first need to close the disc drawer.

■ Selecting the desired disc for playback

Press one of the DISC 1–5 buttons on the main unit or on the remote controller. The DV-C501 starts playing the first title of the selected disc. There is no need to press the

12345

Notes:

• If you select the desired disc using one of the

DISC 1–5 buttons while the DVD Changer is playing back a title of another disc, playback starts with the first title of the newly selected disc.

• You can also press the DISC SKIP / button on the unit or DISC

+/– button to jump to the disc in the next tray (or from tray #5 to tray #1 if the disc in tray #5 is currently being played back). In that case playback will start with the first title of the disc in the newly selected tray.

• If you select the desired disc by pressing the DISC SKIP button

while the DVD Changer is stopped, press the PLAY button to start playback of the first title of the selected disc.

■ The FIRST SETUP screen

The FIRST SETUP screen is only displayed the very first time you switch on your DV-C501. This page allows you to set the

Press the PLAY button.

The DVD Changer starts playback. If you have inserted a DVD video disc with a title menu or a Video CD with PBC (Playback Control) functionality, a menu screen may appear. See “Direct Playback via the

PLAY

OPEN/CLOSE button again to close the disc drawer.

DISC SELECT

On-Screen Menu” on page 16. To start playback of a PBC-equipped VIDEO CD from the menu screen, set “PBC” to “ON” via the on-screen menu function. See page 38.

PLAY button.

DISC 1DISC 2DISC

DISC 4DISC

Notes:

• For PBC (Playback Control) of VIDEO CDs, see “About VIDEO CDs” on page 9.

• Depending on the DVD video disc you are using, you may need to press the TOP MENU or MENU button to display the menu screen.

Basic Playback

two single most important parameters. Note that you can change these settings any time by selecting the appropriate on-screen menu function. See also page 34, 35.

1. Check the video connection of the DVD Changer to your TV set (see page 10 and following) and switch on your TV.

2. Switch on the DVD Changer.

The following menu screen page is displayed:

3. Press the remote controller’s

or button to select “OnScreen Language” and press the ENTER button.

You can select one of the following languages: ENG (English), FRE (French), or SP A (Spanish). That language will be used on all on-screen menu

pages and for subtitling. See page 35.

4. Select the desired language using the and confirm by pressing ENTER.

To select the items on the screen.

ENTER

After selecting an item, confirm your choice by pressing ENTER.

or button

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Note:

If you agree with the currently selected language, just press ENTER without changing the setting.

5. Press the button to select the “TV Shape” function and confirm by pressing ENTER.

This function allows you to specify the picture size of your TV. See 35 for details.

6. Use the confirm by pressing ENTER.

and buttons to specify the screen size and

Others

7. Press the SETUP button to store your settings.

The settings are stored and you are returned to the FIRST SETUP screen page. As stated above, you can also change these settings at a later stage. See page 32.

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Playing back Discs (continued)

2 8 30

TV screen

X2 the normal speed

X8 the normal speed

X30 the normal speed

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FR PLAY

FF OPEN/CLOSE PAUSE/STEP

STOP

/ / / ,

ENTER

Fast reverse Fast forward

Slow-

Motion

Last Play

You can play back discs at various speeds, and resume playback in various ways. Use the remote controller for the following functions.

DVD

VCD

Direct Playback, Stop and Pause

Fast Reverse and Fast Forward Playback

■ Direct Playback via the On-Screen Menu

1. Switch on your TV set.

2. Select the desired title using the

ENTER

/ / or the number buttons.

3. Press the ENTER button.

The DVD Changer starts playing back the selected title.

• If you do not need the menu functionality of PBC-encoded Video CDs, set the “PBC” function to “Off”. See page 38.

■ Pausing Playback: Still mode

1. To pause playback, press the PAUSE/STEP button.

• The sound is muted during still mode.

2. Press the

PLAY button to resume playback.

Note:

The DV-C501 also provides a function for optimum display of still pictures (only available for DVD video discs). See "Pause/Still" on page 37.

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DVD

VCD

Press the FR (fast reverse) or FF (fast forward) button during playback.

• DVD video discs

The playback speed changes to twice the normal speed in the selected direction.

Press the button again to further increase the fast forward or reverse speed.

FR: press this button to quickly return to

an earlier position.

FF: press this button to advance to a

position behind the current position.

■ Stopping Playback

Press the STOP button.

If you do not wish to resume playback from this position, see “Resuming Playback from the Beginning of the Current Title” on page 17.

■ Removing a Disc

1. Stop playback.

2. Press the

3. Wait until the disc drawer has opened completely, then remove the disc.

Notes:

• Do not move the DV-C501 during playback or subject it to strong

vibrations to avoid damaging the discs.

• Use the OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote controller or DVD

player to open and close the disc drawer. Do not obstruct the disc drawer while it is moving. Doing so may cause the DVD Changer to malfunction.

• Do not push up the disc drawer or put objects other than discs on it.

Doing so may cause the DVD Changer to malfunction.

• In many instances, a menu screen will appear after playback of a

movie is completed. Prolonged display of such a menu may damage your television set, permanently etching that image onto the screen. To avoid this, press the STOP button on your remote controller once playback of the movie is finished.

• If you pause a picture and leave it still for a long time, the screen

saver of the DV-C501 is automatically activated (provided the "Screen Saver" function is set to "On", see page 37). To deactivate the screen saver and resume playback, press the PLAY button.

OPEN/CLOSE button.

The direction of the arrow varies depending on the button you press.

• VIDEO CDs/Audio CDs

For Video and Audio CDs, there are two fast forward and reverse speeds.

TV screen

FR1 FR2

FF1 FF2

Fast reverse playback

Fast forward playback

■ Resuming Normal Playback after Fast Forward-

ing/Reversing

PLAY

• The DVD Changer does not play back sound or subtitles during fast reverse or forward scans of DVD video discs. The sound of audio CDs, however, is played back at the selected scrolling speed.

• The x2, x8 and x30 speeds are only approximate values. They may vary slightly from disc to disc.

After locating the desired position, press the

PLAY button to resume

normal playback.

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PLAY PAUSE/STEP

SLOW

PLAY STOP

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DVD

Slow-Motion Playback

DVD video discs can be played back in slow motion. This is done by reducing the playback speed.

Press the or SLOW button during

SLOW

Only for the DVD video disc

■ Resuming Normal Playback

PLAY

■ Using Frame Step

PAUSE/STEP

playback.

By pressing either button repeatedly, you can cycle through the three available playback speeds.

TV screen

1/2 1/4 1/8

1/2 the 1/4 the 1/8 the normal speed normal speed normal speed

TV screen

1/8 1/4 1/2

1/8 the 1/4 the 1/2 the normal speed normal speed normal speed

Press the PLAY button to resume normal playback.

DVD

VCD

While playback is paused, you can step forward one frame at a time by pressing the

PAUSE/STEP button.

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Resuming Playback From the Desired Location

After stopping playback, you can either resume from the location where it was stopped, or from the beginning of the current title.

STOP

PLAY

■ Resuming Playback from the Beginning of the Current Title

If you do not wish to resume playback from the position where it was stopped, proceed as follows. In this case, playback will be started from the beginning of the last title you played back, or from the beginning of the disc.

1. Stop playback by pressing the

STOP

2. Press the

PLAY

• To resume playback a DVD video disc from the beginning of the disc, press the disc tray by pressing the press the

Press the STOP button at the location where you want to halt playback.

The DVD Changer memorizes this location.

Press the PLAY button.

The DVD Changer resumes playback from the location where playback was stopped.

STOP button twice.

The second press of the

STOP button will clear the DVD Changer’s location memory.

PLAY button.

The location where playback is started depends on the type of disc you are using:

DVD video disc: Playback starts from the beginning of the current title.

Video CDs/audio CDs: Playback starts from the beginning of the disc.

STOP button, open and close the

OPEN/CLOSE button, then

PLAY button.

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Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Notes:

• The DVD Changer’s location memory is also cleared when you: –unplug the DVD Changer from the wall outlet after stopping

playback. –open the disc drawer. –adjust/change the Parental Lock function (see page 37) or select

another disc menu language (see page 34).

• Depending on the disc, playback may not be resumed at the exact location where it was stopped.

• Other settings you change via the on-screen menu while a location is memorized may be available only after the memory is cleared.

Others

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Title

Chapter

Title

Chapter

+10

Locating Titles, Chapters, or Tracks

DVD video disc

Title 1

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3

Normally, DVD video discs are divided into “titles”, while the titles are themselves sub-divided into “chapters”. VIDEO CDs and audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. You can quickly locate any specific title, chapter, or track.

Locating a Title Using the Title Menu

Title 2

DVD

VIDEO CD/ Audio CD

Track 2

Track 3 Track 4 Track 5Track 1

Title Selection with the Numeric Buttons

DVD

If the DVD video disc you are playing back contains a title menu, you can locate any specific title you wish to play back.

TOP MENU

Press the TOP MENU button.

A Title menu like the following appears:

2TITLE1TITLE

TITLE 3

TITLE 4

Use the / / / buttons to select the title you want to watch.

If the titles in the Title menu are assigned

ENTER

a number, you can directly select the desired title using the numeric buttons on the remote controller.

ENTER

Press the ENTER button.

The DVD Changer starts playback from Chapter 1 of the selected title.

If the selected DVD video disc contains Title numbers, you can select the desired title by entering its number.

Press the SEARCH button.

Check whether the Title number is

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Example:

Title

Chapter

Press the numeric button of the Title you wish to select.

To select a two-digit title, press the digits in order of magnitude (e.g., for 32, press “3” then “2”).

To select Title 2, press [2].

To select Title 12, press [1] or [+10] once, then [2].

to select it.

Notes:

• The above instructions correspond to the basic procedure. Please note that the exact steps may depend on the contents of the selected DVD video disc. If different instructions appear on the TV screen, follow those instructions.

• If you display the Title menu during playback and press the TOP MENU button again without selecting a title, the DVD Changer resumes playback from the point where you first pressed the TOP MENU button.

PLAY

Press the PLAY button.

The DVD Changer starts playback from Chapter 1 of the selected title. You can also select another Chapter before starting playback.

Notes:

• Press the CLEAR button if you do not wish to start playback from the Title number you have just entered (before pressing the PLAY button). Pressing CLEAR several times will reset both the Title and Chapter numbers. (SEARCH also allows you to directly select the desired Chapter, see next page.)

• See pages 32, 34 for how to select the languages for the on-screen menu displays.

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ENTER TOP MENU

CLEAR Numeric buttons

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Getting Started Connections

■ Direct Selection using the Numeric Buttons

The DV-C501 also allows you to directly select a Chapter of a Title (DVD video discs) or a Track (Video or audio CD).

Note:

Steps 1 and 2 are only necessary for DVD video discs. Start with step 3 if you want to select a Track of a Video or audio CD.

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PLAY

■ Selecting Titles and Chapters Simultaneously

As stated above, it is also possible to specify the desired Chapter number after selecting a Title (see the previous page) before starting playback. To select Chapter 25 of Title 2, for example, here is what you need to do.

Press the SEARCH button.

In the case of a DVD video disc, the following is displayed:

Title

Chapter

Press the button to select the numeric field next to the Chapter entry:

Title

Chapter

Press the numeric button of the Chapter (or Track) you want to play back.

To select two-digit numbers, press the +10 button followed by a numeric button.

To select Title 25, press [2] once, then [5] or press [+10] twice (for “20”) then [5].

(DVD video disc)

+10

Title

Chapter

PLAY

(Video/ Audio CD)

Track

Note:

• Press the CLEAR button if you do not wish to start playback from the Chapter number you have just entered (before pressing the PLAY button). Pressing CLEAR several times will reset both the Title and Chapter numbers.

■ Selecting the Next/Previous Chapter or Track

Another way to select Chapters (DVD video discs) or Tracks (Video/audio CDs) is by using the UP and DOWN buttons:

DOWN

Notes:

• Some Titles don’t contain Chapter numbers. In that case, the DOWN

and UP buttons do not work.

• If “Title Stop” is set to “Off” (see page 38), the DOWN and UP

buttons also allow you to jump from the last (or first) Chapter of a given Title to the first Chapter of the next (or previous) Title. That is, if you press DOWN after returning to Chapter 1 of the current Title, the DVD Changer jumps to the first Chapter of the previous Title. Pressing UP after selecting the last Chapter of the current Title takes you to Chapter 1 of the following Title. If “Title Stop” is set to “On”, the DOWN and UP buttons only allow you to cycle through the Chapters of the currently selected Title.

Use the DOWN or UP button to select the desired Chapter or Track.

Playback starts automatically, so you do not need to press the

PLAY button.

: The DOWN button has two

functions. If you press it once, the DVD Changer returns to the beginning of the currently selected Chapter or Track. Press it twice to return to the beginning of the preceding Chapter or Track.

: Press UP to jump to the

beginning of the next Chapter or Track.

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Title Chapter

Chapter numberTitle number

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Selecting a Precise Scene or Audio Passage

It is also possible to directly select a given location and to start playback from there. This may come in handy when you want to view a given scene (DVD video discs/Video CDs) or listen to a specific passage (audio CD) within the currently selected Title or Track.

DVD

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Entering the Time Location

Here is how to enter the time location of the scene or passage you wish to play back:

Press the SEARCH button several times until the following message is displayed:

––:––:––

Time

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Enter the desired time value with the numeric buttons.

Here is an example:

Time

251

1:25:30

Press the PLAY button.

The DVD Changer starts playback from that location.

Notes:

• Some discs may not respond to this procedure.

• In some cases, there may be a slight shift between the time value you enter and the location where playback starts.

• This method of selecting the desired location is only available within the current Title (DVD video discs) or track (Video/audio CDs).

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Repeat Functions

DVD

VCD

Your DVD Changer allows you to repeat a given Title, Chapter/track or disc indefinitely. It is also possible to repeat a given scene or audio passage (A–B Repeat).

DVD

VCD

Repeating a Title or Chapter/Track

Here is what you need to do in order to program a playback loop of the selected Title, Chapter/track, or disc:

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Repeating a Given Scene or Passage

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REPEAT

Select the disc that contains the material to be repeated (or that you want to playback repeatedly in its entirety).

See “Selecting the desired disc for playback” on page 15.

Select the Title or Chapter/track you want to repeat.

See “Locating Titles, Chapters, or Tracks” on page 18 and following.

Press the REPEAT button to select the desired Repeat function.

Pressing this button repeatedly cycles you through the available options. These options depend on the currently selected disc:

DVD video discs:

Chapter Repeat

Title Repeat

Disc Repeat

All Repeat

Repeats the same chapter.

Repeats the same title.

Repeats the same disc.

Repeats all discs.

A-B

CLEAR

Start playback of the desired Chapter or Track (see page 19 and following for how to select it).

Press the A–B button at the beginning of the scene or passage you wish to repeat (this position is called “A”).

A–

Press A–B again at the end of the excerpt to be repeated (to store point “B”).

A–B

The DVD Changer automatically returns to point “A” and starts repeating the selected excerpt.

To cancel the Repeat function at any time, press the CLEAR button.

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Repeat Off

Video CDs/audio CDs

Repeat

Track

RepeatDisc

All

Repeat

Repeat Off

CLEAR

To cancel the Repeat function at any time, press the CLEAR button.

Note:

Some discs do not support these Repeat functions.

Resumes normal playback.

Repeats the same track.

Repeats the same disc.

Repeats all discs. Resumes normal

playback.

Notes:

• Some discs do not support the A–B Repeat function.

• The “A” and “B” points must be located within the currently selected Title or Track.

• For DVD video discs: The A–B Repeat function is not available for scenes that provide several camera angles.

• In some cases, the “A” and “B” points may be shifted slightly with respect to the positions you selected.

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MEMORY

Setting the Desired Playback Order

Title : 2

Chapter : 25Chapter : 25

Chapter : 25

Your DV-C501 comes with a special 28-step memory that allows you to program the order in which the Titles and Chapters/tracks are to be played back. Such “sequences” can include material from several discs.

Programming Memory Sequences

The DV-C501’s Memory function allows you to program the order in which the material on one or several discs should be played back.

Note:

If you only want to select the next track for playback, using the Next Selection function is a lot faster. See page 24.

2 3

Insert the disc(s) you need for programming the desired sequence.

Switch on your TV set.

Stop playback if it is still running, and press the MEMORY button.

MEMORY

TDDDDC

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

The letters on this menu page have the following meaning:

D: Disc number, T: Title (or Track) number, C: Chapter number.

8 9

– – – –

TC – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Title : 2

Chapter : 12Chapter : 12

Chapter : 12

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

Title : 1

Title : 1 Chapter : 1Chapter : 1

Chapter : 1

■ Programming the D, T and C entries

Here are a few hints that explain the programming system and help you save time:

Note:

For Video and audio CDs, you can only program the disc (“D”) and Track numbers. Track numbers are assigned to the “T” entry. The “C” entry only applies to DVD video discs.

Only specify what you does need to change: Disc number: if a subsequent entry refers to the previously

selected disc number, you do not need to enter it again for the new step. (Do not change the “—” setting for “D”.) Title number (DVD video discs only): if a subsequent step refers to another Chapter of the previously selected Title, only entering the Chapter number is enough. (Do not change the “—” setting for the “D” and “T” entries.) Chapter number (DVD video discs only): if you want the DV-C501 to play back all Chapters of the selected Title, leave

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

the “C” entry blank.

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Use the numeric buttons on the remote controller to enter the numbers you wish to include in your Memory sequence.

Use the

/ buttons to move the cursor to the “D”, “T”, or “C” column, depending on whether you want to enter a disc, Title (or Track), or Chapter number.

Confirm your selection by pressing the ENTER.

The DV-C501 now jumps to the next Memory step.

Program the remaining steps.

Press the PLAY button to start playback of your memory sequence.

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DVD

VCD

Getting Started Connections

Here are a few programming examples:

Chapters 25 and 12 of Title # 2 on disc #3 (two steps):

Disc number Title number Chapter number

Memory 1 Memory 2

ENTER

All chapters of Title #1 on disc #1:

Disc number Title number

Memory 3

1 1

ENTER

Chapter 2 of Title #4 on disc #1:

Memory 4

MEMORY

TDDDDC

02 25

02 12

01 – –

04 02

–

– –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

TC – – – – – – –

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

–

– – – –

ENTER

“Copy” the settings of the previous memory:

Doing so allows you to use the settings of the previous memory as a starting point and only change one entry. Example: if memory 1 refers to disc 3/Title 2/Chapter 25, while memory 2 needs to refer to disc 3/Title 2/Chapter 12, you can “copy” memory 1 to memory 2 and modify the “C” (chapter) entry:

• Program the memory to be copied (example: memory 1), and press the ENTER button. The DVD Changer advances to memory 2.

• Use the numeric buttons to enter the chapter number 12 on the black cursor on the “C” entry, then press the ENTER button, “D” and “T” on the memory 1 are copied to memory 2.

■ Other Memory Functions

Leaving the MEMORY display page

To leave the MEMORY display page, press the MEMORY button.

Correcting an entry of a previously programmed step:

a) Use the

/ buttons to move the cursor to the corre-

sponding memory number.

b) Select the entry (D, T or C) you wish to change with the

buttons.

c) Enter the correct value using the numeric buttons.

Erasing a step

a) Stop playback. b) If the Memory sequence is not currently displayed, press

the MEMORY button to select it.

c) Select the step you wish to erase with the

/ buttons.

d) Press the CLEAR button to erase the selected step.

Erasing the entire Memory sequence

To erase all steps, either switch the DVD Changer off and back on again, or open and close the disc tray.

Programming the next step during playback

If you press the MEMORY button during playback, a menu page is displayed where you can program a new step.

Programming several new steps during playback

a) Press the MEMORY button followed by the DISPLAY

button. The Memory menu appears on the TV screen.

b) Continue with step 3 on page 22.

Notes:

• Some discs do not allow Memory playback.

• The Repeat function (see page 21) is also available during playback of your Memory sequence. Press the REPEAT button to activate it for the current step of your Memory sequence.

• You can only program Title (or Track) and Chapter numbers that exist on the selected disc.

• For Video and audio CDs, the “T” entry allows you to select the track, while the “C” entry is not used.

• The Memory function is also available during playback.

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Additional Playback Functions

SELECTION

Numeric buttons

DISC 1—5

Next Selection: Preparing the next Audio Track

During playback of an audio CD, you can already prepare the next track that will be played as soon as the current one is finished. The difference with direct selection of a track or disc is that playback of the prepared track starts only after the current track is finished (i.e. not right away).

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DISC 1DISC 2DISC

DISC 4DISC

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During playback of an audio CD, press the NEXT SELECTION button on the DV-C501 or the remote controller to activate this function.

NEXT indicator flashes

The NEXT indicator flashes and the disc number and track number disappear on the display.

Use the DISC 1 – 5 buttons (or DISC + and DISC –) to select the disc that contains the next track you want to listen to.

The number of the selected disc and the “AL” indicator flash on the display.

If you wish to play all tracks of the selected disc, press the NEXT SELECTION button again to confirm the operation. (If you do not press the NEXT SELECTION button, the operation will be confirmed when the number and the “AL” indicator stop flashing.

AL: means that all tracks will be played back. Skip to Step 3 to select the track number.

Select the track using the numeric buttons.

The number of the selected track lights up on the display.

In that case, the display looks as follows:

Tip:

• You can also use the DISC SKIP / button on the DV-C501 to select the next disc.

■ Checking the next selection

Press the NEXT SELECTION button to confirm your selection. The disc number flashes and the track number lights up continuously. After a few moments, the disc and track numbers of the currently playing track reappear.

You can check the next selection by pressing the NEXT SELECTION button.

As soon as the current track is finished, the DVD Changer will play back the prepared track (or disc if you selected “AL”).

Notes:

• The / buttons are disabled while the Next Selection function is activated. Pressing the DISC SKIP / buttons or DISC +/– buttons will cancel the Next Select function.

• You can only prepare one track with Next Selection. See “Programming Memory Sequences” on page 22 for how to prepare a series of tracks. Preparing yet another track before the previously entered Next Selection command has been executed overrides your first setting, so that only the second Next Selection is carried out.

• If you stop playback by pressing the STOP button, the Next Selection function is cancelled.

■ Cancelling the Next Selection function

Notes:

•

This function is only available for audio CDs (when the CD indicator lights).

• You need to press one of these buttons within 8 seconds after pressing NEXT SELECTION. Otherwise, the Next Selection function will be cancelled. In that case, start again with step 1.

If you decide not to take advantage of the Next Selection function after all, proceed as follows:

1. Press the NEXT SELECTION button. The disc numbers flash on the display.

2. Press the CLEAR button.

3. Press the NEXT SELECTION button again. The NEXT indicator goes dark and the function is cancelled.

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Using the DVD Changer as CD player

Since your DV-C501 allows you to insert up to five discs in any combination (DVD video discs, Video CDs, audio CDs), there may be times when you only want to listen to music and avoid having to press the DISC SKIP buttons several times to skip to the next audio CD. In that case, proceed as follows:

or DISC +/–

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CD PLAY

Press the CD PLAY button while the DVC501 is stopped or playing back a CD.

The RPT message appears on the display and the REPEAT indicator lights to signal that all audio CDs will be repeated in sequence.

The indication changes in 2-3 seconds.

CD PLAY

Press the CD PLAY button again to cancel CD Mode.

The RPT message disappears and the REPEAT indicator goes dark again to signal that the DVD Changer has returned to normal playback mode.

Notes:

• The CD PLAY button does not work while the DV-C501 is playing back a disc other than an audio CD. You first need to press the STOP button. Next, press the CD PLAY button to enter CD PLAY Mode. The DVD Changer starts playing back the audio CD in the disc drawer with the lowest number.

• Another way of selecting only audio tracks is to take advantage of the DV-C501’s Memory function. See “Programming Memory Sequences” on page 22 for details.

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Additional Playback Functions (continued)

RANDOM

Title : 1

TITLE : 1 CHAPTER : 3CHAPTER : 3

Chapter : 3

Title : 2

Title : 2 Chapter : 2Chapter : 2

Chapter : 2

Title : 3

Title : 3 Chapter : 1

Chapter : 1Chapter : 1

PLAY UP

The DV-C501’s Random playback functions allow you to select a mode where the DV-C501 decides which Title or Chapter/track to play next. A similar function is available on most CD players. There are two Random functions: one for DVDs only, and another that is available for both DVDs and Video/ audio CDs:

Random Playback

Title Random

For DVD video discs, you can decide to have the DV-C501 select the Titles in a random (unpredictable) order:

RANDOM

PLAY

CLEAR

Notes:

• Some discs may not permit random playback.

• You cannot use this Random function in conjunction with Memory

playback (see page 22).

• Select “Random Off” if you do not need the Random function after

all.

DVD

Stop playback and select the DVD video disc whose titles you wish to watch in random order.

See “Selecting the desired disc for playback” on page 15 for details.

Press the RANDOM button to

DVD Chapter Random

select “Title Random”.

Pressing this button

Title Random

repeatedly will cycle through the following options:

Random Off

Note:

If you press the RANDOM button during playback, the DVC501 automatically starts random playback after finishing the current title.

Press the PLAY button within 5 seconds after pressing the RANDOM button.

The DVD Changer starts random playback.

Press CLEAR to resume normal playback.

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This Random function allows you to activate random playback of the Chapters within the currently selected title (DVD video discs) or of the tracks on a Video or audio CD.

Stop playback and select the disc whose titles you wish to watch/listen to in random order.

See “Selecting the desired disc for playback” on page 15 for details.

Press the SEARCH button and use the numeric buttons on the remote controller to select the Title.

(DVD video disc)

Title

Chap t e r

Note:

This is only possible for DVD video discs. Skip to step 2 for Video/audio CDs.

Press the RANDOM button to select “Chapter Random” (DVD) or “Track Random” (Video/audio CD).

If you press the RANDOM button during playback, the DV-C501 automati-

(DVD video disc)

Cha pt er Ti tle

Chapter

Ra ndom

cally starts random playback after finishing the current Chapter or track.

PLAY

Press the PLAY button within 5 seconds after pressing the RANDOM button.

The DVD Changer starts random playback.

CLEAR

Press CLEAR to resume normal playback.

Notes:

• Some discs may not permit random playback.

• You cannot use this Random function in conjunction with Memory playback (see page 22).

• You can press the UP button during Random playback to jump to the next Chapter or track and continue Random playback from there.

• Select “Random Off” if you do not need the Random function after all.

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ANGLE

RETURN

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The Zoom function allows you to magnify a portion of a picture. Feel free to select the area to be magnified.

ZOOM

Press the ZOOM button during normal or slow (see page 17) playback or while playback is paused (“still”, see page

16).

There are three Zoom levels. Press this button repeatedly to select the desired level.

Zoom 1

Zoom 2

/ / /

RETURN ZOOM

CLEAR

DVD

/ / /

Angle : 2 Angle : 3Angle : 1

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DVD

Changing the Camera Angle

One of the new features of the DVD carrier is that some discs contain scenes shot from different angles. The following function allows you to select the desired angle.

Set the “On-Screen Displays” function to “On” if you want the angle icon ( as well as series of other icons to be displayed on screen. See pages 32, 37 for details.

If you do not need these on-screen messages, set the above function to “Off”.

Start playback and look out for the multiangle icon (

If this icon appears on the display (and on screen)…

Getting Started Connections

)

Basic Playback

Zoom 3

Press the RETURN button to progressively zoom out again (return to the preceding Zoom level).

ENTER

Use the / / / buttons to shift the zoom point.

When the zoom point reaches an edge of the picture, the color of the “Zoom”

CLEAR

message changes. Pressing the CLEAR button restores the

zoom point to the center of the picture.

ZOOM

To defeat the Zoom function, press the ZOOM button repeatedly until the “Zoom” message disappears.

Notes:

• Some DVD Video discs do not support the Zoom function.

• For certain scenes, the Zoom function is not available.

• The Zoom function does not apply to subtitles or menu screens included on DVD video discs.

• During zoom playback, the / / / buttons are not available for selecting option of a DVD’s menu function (they are used to shift the zoom point). If you want to use the menu screens, cancel zoom playback (see above).

• The magnification level varies depending on the picture size you select (see page 32, 35).

ANGLE

…press the ANGLE button.

Angle:

Angle icon Current angle

number

Select the desired Angle by repeatedly pressing ANGLE.

You can also use the

and buttons to advance to the next or return to the previous angle. ANGLE only allows you to cycle in one direction.

Angle:

Use the numeric buttons to directly select the desired angle.

Press the CLEAR button to switch off the angle number.

Notes:

• You can also change the camera angle in pause (“still”) mode (see page 16). In that case, the camera angle changes to the new setting when you resume playback.

•

If you pause a picture immediately after changing the camera angle, the resumed playback picture may no longer use the new camera angle.

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DVD Video Disc Functions

L. R

Both the left and right channel are heard.

The left channel is heard.

The right channel is heard.

(continued)

Good morning!

Bon jour!

¡Buenos días!

Your DV-C501 allows you to select the following audio-related settings. The number of options depends on the DVD video disc you are playing back. It is not possible to select an option for which there is no data on the DVD.

Audio Playback Settings

Language: A DVD video disc may contain several language versions of a movie. Select the preferred language. Recording system: Select the recording system that best matches the input capabilities of your amplifier or receiver. For

example, there is little point in selecting “ selected recording system, the DV-C501 automatically converts the audio data to an acceptable format for your amplifier.

The DV-C501 accepts the Dolby Digital, DTS, and PCM recording systems. Other systems cannot be played back. See also the conversion table below for details about the available options. Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel is displayed as “ 6CH.”

6CH” if your amplifier does not support Dolby Digital 5.1. Depending on the

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AUDIO

ENTER

Press the AUDIO button during playback of a DVD video disc.

The current Audio settings are displayed for about 3 seconds.

Position number

Language

Recording system

Audio channel

Audio: Audio Out Select : Bitstream

ENG PCM 2CH

Output sound format

See page 39 for a list of abbreviations of the available languages and their meaning.

Press the AUDIO or button while the above Audio page is still displayed (i.e. within 3 seconds).

Pressing one of these buttons cycles through the available options.

ENG PCM 2CH

Audio:

FRE 6CH

CLEAR

After making the desired settings, either wait more than 3 seconds, or press the CLEAR button to leave the Audio page.

Selecting Sound Channels of Video CDs

A Video CD may have left and right sound channels with different information (sound track on one channel, dialogues on the other; or one language on one channel, and another on the second channel, etc.). You can select the desired channel:

During playback, press AUDIO repeatedly to select the sound channel.

AUDIO

Audio:

SPA PCM 2CH

Use the button to cycle in the opposite direction.

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Notes:

• Some discs allow you to change Audio settings only via the disc menu. In that case, press the MENU button and choose the desired language.

• The Audio settings are not saved internally. When you switch off the DVD Changer or open the disc tray, the DV-C501 returns to the default setting. See page 34.

• When you select an option that is not available on the selected DVD video disc, the DV-C501 ignores your setting and goes on using the previously selected language, etc.

Recording Systems and Automatic Conversions

Here are all the Recording systems formats the DV-C501 supports as well as the conversions that will be carried according to the Recording system you select (see page 28).

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DVD

Basic Playback

Output sound conversion table (sampling frequency/quantization bit)

Audio settings on the setting screen

Discs Sound recording system

OUTPUT jack OUTPUT jacks OUTPUT jack OUTPUT jacks OUTPUT jack OUTPUT jacks

Dolby Digital Bitstream 48 kHz/16 bit Bitstream 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit

48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/20 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/20 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit

DVD

video discs

VIDEO CDs MPEG1 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit

Audio CDs

Linear PCM

Linear PCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.1 kHz/16 bit

48 kHz/24 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit – 48 kHz/24 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 96 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit – 96 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 96 kHz/20bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit – 96 kHz/20 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 96 kHz/24 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit – 96 kHz/24 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit

DTS Bitstream – Bitstream – – –

MPEG 2 Bitstream(7.1ch) – Bitstream(2ch) 48kHz/16bit 48kHz/16bit 48kHz/16bit

DTS Bitstream (Noise) Bitstream (Noise) Bitstream (Noise)

Bitstream Analog 2ch Stereo Output PCM

DIGITAL ANALOG DIGITAL ANALOG DIGITAL ANALOG

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SUBTITLE

SUBTITLE ON/OFF

/ / /

Subtitle ENG:On

Good morning!

Appears for about 3 seconds

Subtitles

Subtitle ENG: Off

Appears for about 3 seconds

DVD

Good evening!

Bon soir! ¡Buenas tardes!

Some DVD video discs also contain subtitles – sometimes even in several languages. Here is how to display them and select the language (if several languages are available).

Using the Subtitle Feature

Selecting the Subtitle Language

SUBTITLE

ENTER

Press the SUBTITLE button during playback.

The current subtitle setting is displayed for about three seconds.

Subtitle: ENG On

Language

Position number

Refer to the list of languages and their abbreviations. See page 39.

Press the SUBTITLE or button during the above page is displayed.

Repeatedly press the SUBTITLE or button to cycle through the options. You can only select a subtitle language for which there are data on the selected DVD video disc.

Subtitle1ENG :

Turning Subtitles On or Off

SUBTITLE

ON/OFF

SUBTITLE

ON/OFF

Press the SUBTITLE ON/OFF button during playback.

The current subtitle setting is displayed for about three seconds.

The subtitles are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Press the SUBTITLE ON/OFF button again to turn the subtitles off.

CLEAR

Subtitle2FRE :

Subtitle3SPA :

You can also use button to cycle through the options in the opposite direction.

Press the CLEAR button to hide the above indication.

The subtitles disappear.

Notes:

• Some DVD video discs are set to display subtitles automatically. In that case, you cannot switch off the subtitle function.

• For certain scenes, the subtitle function takes a little longer to become effective (due to heavy data processing). Switching on subtitles may thus not always have an immediate effect.

• Some DVD video discs also allow you to select the language and status of the subtitles via the disc menu.

• See page 39 for a list of abbreviations of the available languages and their meaning.

• The Subtitle settings are not saved internally. When you switch off the DVD Changer or open the disc tray, the DV-C501 returns to the default settings. See page 34.

• When you select an option that is not available on the selected DVD video disc, the DV-C501 ignores your setting and goes on using the previously selected language, etc.

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Using The On-Screen Display Functions

Title : 3

Elapsed Remain

Chapter : 2

Chapter Repeat

0:03:08

Play

0:10:15

0:10:24

0:50:45

Subtitle : 12 ENG Off

Angle : 1

Audio : 1 ENG 2CH

Bit Rate: 6.0 Mbps

010

DVD video disc

Current title number

Playback mode

e.g.

Current chapter number

Operational status

Elapsed time and remaining time of the current title

Elapsed time and remaining time of the current chapter

Current sound channel setting

Current subtitle setting

Current angle setting

See page 39 for a list of abbreviations of the languages.

Bit Rate (Mbit/sec): Amount of picture, sound and subtitle data on the DVD video disc transferred per second. The larger the value, the more data need to be processed. Please note that the amount of data provides no information about the picture quality.

Press DISPLAY again to leave this page.

VIDEO CD/ Audio CD

Track : 3

Elapsed Remain

Disc

Track Repeat

0:05:12

Play

0:01:20

0:43:00

0:02:00

Playback mode

e.g.

Current track number

Operational status

Elapsed time and remaining time of the current track

Elapsed time and remaining time of the disc

Press DISPLAY again to leave this page.

DVD

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Information about a disc and its operational status can be monitored on your TV screen. If you want to take advantage of this feature for audio CDs, please remember to connect the DV-C501 to your TV set (see pages 10 and 11) and to switch it on. Please note that the information provided on screen is only for reference purposes and cannot be changed.

DVD

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More Specific Information: Remaining Time and Setting Status

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RC -417DV

DISPLAY

Getting Started Connections

This operation allows you to view the current title number, track number, and total playing time of the disc on the TV screen.

DISPLAY

Stop playback and press the DISPLAY button.

Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the on-screen display changes as follows:

DVD video disc

Current title number

e.g.

Title

VIDEO CD/Audio CD

Chapter

Press DISPLAY again to leave this page.

e.g.

Track

Press DISPLAY again to leave this page.

Total

Current chapter number

Stop

Current track number

0:46:30

Stop

Operational status

Total playing time of the disc

You can also view the elapsed time, remaining time, and setting status of the disc on the TV screen. Though the operation is almost exactly the same as for requesting general information, please note that you need to start playback before being able to access this information.

DISPLAY

Press the DISPLAY button during playback.

Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the on-screen display changes as follows.

Basic Playback

Tip:

When you play a disc that contains text data, the unit displays text information, such as the disc title and song titles. If the disc does not contain any text, the unit displays “No Text”.

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

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SETUP

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ENTER

SETUP

RETURN

/ / /

Advanced Settings

The DV-C501 contains a lot more functions than have been covered so far. Most of these functions can only be accessed via the on-screen menu. Please note that not all available functions apply to all disc types supported by the DV-C501. Setting the language, for instance, has no effect for audio CDs.

Setting Procedure

SETUP

ENTER

Switch on your TV set.

Stop playback and press the SETUP button.

The following on-screen menu appears:

LANGUAGE

On-Screen Language

Disc Menu Language Audio Language Subtitle Language

ENG

ENG ENG

---

Use the / buttons to select the menu heading (icon) that provides access to the desired function.

See the next page for an overview of the available functions. Here is what the icons stand for:

Language-related settings.

ENTER

Use the / buttons to choose a function below the selected icon, and confirm by pressing the ENTER button.

Enter the desired value with the / buttons and confirm by pressing the ENTER button.

For the OPERATION function, you will also need the / buttons. The exact procedure will be explained in that section.

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to change other settings.

Picture-related settings.

Press the SETUP button to switch off the on-screen menu.

Press the RETURN button to return to the

RETURN

previous display.

Audio output settings.

Notes:

• Though the SETUP button may also work during normal playback, certain functions may not be accessible. In that case, a warning message is displayed. Stop playback and press SETUP again to be able to select the desired function.

Settings related to the on-screen menu function.

General utility settings.

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DVD

VCD

Setting Details Page

DVD

VCD

On-Screen Language Allows you to select the language of the on-screen

displays.

Disc Menu Language Allows you to select the language to be used by the disc

DVD

menus (menus included on the discs you are playing back). Audio Language Allows you to select the sound track language. Subtitle Language Allows you to select the subtitle language.

DVD

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Getting Started Connections

Basic Playback

TV Shape Allows you to adapt the picture size to the aspect ratio of

DVD

your TV.

DVD

VCD

Black Level Allows you to set the “blackness” of the screen. PAL/Auto* Allows you to select the video system of a disc.

Audio Out Select Allows you to select the audio outputs (digital or analog)

and/or the output format of the digital audio data. Dynamic Range Control Allows you to reduce the dynamic range of the audio data

DVD

(i.e. to reduce the difference between loud and soft

sounds). Karaoke Vocal Allows you to switch on or mute the vocal track of a DVD

DVD

Karaoke disc. Extended Audio Features Allows you to activate or mute the Extended Audio track for

DVD

visually impaired persons.

DVD

VCD

On-Screen Displays Allows you to decide against having the operation status

icons displayed on the TV screen.

DVD

VCD

OSD Background Color Allows you to select the background color for on-screen

displays. Extended Subtitle Features Allows you to activate or switch off special subtitles for

DVD

hearing-impaired persons.

DVD

Screen Saver Allows you to switch on or off the screen saver function.

VCD

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Pause/Still Parental Lock Allows you to set on or switch off the Parental Lock

DVD

Allows you to select the resolution of still pictures. (Field/Frame)

function. Title Stop Allows you to switch on or off a feature that automatically

DVD

stops playback after a Title is finished. PBC To select to playback a PBC- controllable video CD.

VCD

*U.S. and Canadian models do not support the advanced setting function.

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Others

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Advanced Settings (continued)

LANGUAGE

Disc Menu Language

Audio Language

ENG

French Spanish

Others

Subtitle Language

---

On-Screen Language

ENG English

Code P A

LANGUAGE

On-Screen Language

Disc Menu Language Audio Language Subtitle Language

ENG

ENG ENG

---

LANGUAGE Functions

DVD

VCD

On-Screen Language

This function allows you to select the language for the onscreen displays.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

• English • English

• French • French

• Spanish • German

• Spanish

• Italian

Disc Menu Language

This function allows you to select the language used by the disc menus. Note that you can only select a language supported by the DVD video disc in question.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

• English • English

• French • French

• Spanish • German

• Others* • Spanish

*Others : To select another language than the above,

proceed as follows: a) Press the ENTER button. b) See the list on page 39 for the abbreviation of the

desired language.

c) Enter the first character of the abbreviation with the

buttons (see the Code field).

d) Move the cursor to the second position and use

for entering the second character of the abbreviation.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

DVD

• Italian

• Others*

Audio Language

DVD

If the DVD video disc you are playing back contains multilingual soundtracks, Audio Language allows you to select the desired language.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

• English • English

• French • French

• Spanish • German

• Others* • Spanish

• Italian

• Others*

*Others : To select another language than the above, see

steps (a) – (e) under “Disc Menu Language”.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

LANGUAGE On-Screen Language Disc Menu Language

Audio Language

Subtitle Language

ENG English ENG

French German

---

Spanish Italian

Others

Code P A

Note:

Some DVD video discs could be played back in a different language than the one you selected. This is usually due to the

fact that the disc contains a preset language selection.

Some DVD video discs may not include the desired language. In that case, the DVD Changer automatically switches to the disc’s default disc menu language.

LANGUAGE On-Screen Language

Disc Menu Language

Audio Language Subtitle Language

ENG English

French

ENG

Spanish

---

Others

Code P A

e) Press the ENTER button.

Note:

LANGUAGE On-Screen Language

Disc Menu Language

Audio Language Subtitle Language

ENG English

French

ENG

German

---

Spanish Italian

Others

Code P A

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PICTURE

Black Level

Nrml

PAL/AUTO

PAL

TV Shape

4:3LB

PICTURE Settings

Getting Started Connections

Subtitle Language

DVD

Use this function to select the subtitle language, or to switch the subtitles off altogether.

U.S. & Canadian models

• English

• French

• Spanish

• No Subtitle (subtitles are switched off)

• Others: To select another language than the above, see steps (a) – (e) under “Disc Menu Language”.

LANGUAGE On-Screen Language Disc Menu Language Audio Language

Subtitle Language

ENG ENG ENG

English French Spanish No Subtitles

Others

Code P A

Other area models

• English

• French

• German

• No Subtitle (subtitles are switched off)

• Others: To select another language than the above, see steps (a) – (e) under “Disc Menu Language”.

LANGUAGE On-Screen Language Disc Menu Language Audio Language

Subtitle Language

ENG ENG ENG

English French German No Subtitles

Others

Code P A

Notes:

• If DVD video disc contains a preset subtitle language setting, your

selection is ignored.

• Some DVD video discs allow you to change the subtitle language

only via the disc menu. If so, press the MENU button and choose the desired subtitle language from the disc menu.

TV Shape

DVD

This is where you can specify the shape of your TV screen. This is important for determining whether you would like to see the whole picture, or a slightly bigger version.

4:3 Letterbox:

Select this setting if you own a standard 4:3 TV set and want to see the whole picture. In that case, masking bars are inserted above and below the picture.

4:3 Normal:

Select this setting for a standard 4:3 TV set if you want the picture to fill the entire screen. In that case, the left and right borders may fall outside the screen’s scope.

16:9 Widescreen:

Select this setting for a 16:9 wide-screen TV.

Notes:

• The picture size is preset on the DVD video disc. Therefore, the playback picture may not conform to the picture size you select.

• When you play DVD video discs that only contain 4:3 picture size information, any other TV Shape setting you may select is ignored.

• If you select “16:9 Widescreen” while your TV set is equipped with a 4:3 screen, the picture will be horizontally distorted (compressed) during playback. Always set the TV Shape function according to the TV set your are using.

DVD

Black Level

This function allows you to optimize the black picture content (true black instead of dark gray), and hence the video quality.

U.S. & Canadian models

Enhanced: Enhanced black level. (0 IRE) Normal: Standard black level. (7.5 IRE)

Other area models

Normal: Standard black level (0 IRE) Light: Brighter than in “Normal” (7.5 IRE)

PAL/Auto*

PAL: Choose this option when you wish to watch DVD video discs

in the PAL video format. This requires that you connect the DVD Changer to a PAL television set.

Auto:

The DVD Changer automatically selects either the P AL or the NTSC video system depending on the format used by the DVD video disc you are playing back. Choose this option if your television set is of the multisystem type (PAL/NTSC compatible). If the DVD video disc contains some footage in the PAL format and other scenes in the NTSC system, the image may briefly distort while the DVD Changer switches to the appropriate format.

*U.S. and Canadian models do not support the advanced setting

function.

DVD

VCD

Basic Playback

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Others

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Advanced Settings (continued)

AUDIO

Audio Out Select

Dynamic Range Control Karaoke Vocal Extended Audio Feature

Bitstream

On Off Off

AUDIO Settings

DVD

VCD

Audio Out Select

This function allows you to select the outputs and format for audio playback. Always select the setting that best matches your amplifier’s capabilities and input connectors. The “Bitstream” and “PCM” options refer to the DV-C501’s digital outputs. See also “Other Audio Playback Options” on page

12. Bitstream: Select this option if your amplifier is equipped

with a digital input (optical or coaxial) and a Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1, or MPEG2 decoder. The DV-C501 outputs digital audio information in the Bitstream format when you play back a DVD video disc with Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1, or MPEG2 encoding.

Analog2Ch: Select this option if the DV-C501 is connected

to the audio inputs of your TV set, or an analog input pair of your external amplifier. Note that even this analog connection may allow you to take advantage of the amplifier’s Dolby Pro Logic processor.

PCM: Select this option if the DV-C501 is connected

to a digital input of your amplifier and if you would like the sound to be played back in stereo (e.g. for audio CDs). If you select “PCM”, the audio data of DVD video discs with Dolby Digital, MPEG1, or MPEG2 encoding is automatically converted to 2-channel PCM, so that you lose the surround information. See also the table on page 29.

Dynamic Range Control

Dynamic Range Control allows you to “compress” the dynamic range of a DVD’s sound track, so that you can lower the volume without losing extremely soft signals. This is especially useful when you are watching a movie late at night.

Off: The full dynamic range is maintained. On: Low-level signals are slightly boosted so as to remain

audible at a low volume setting.

DVD

Karaoke Vocal

DVD

DVD Karaoke discs sometimes also contain a vocal track you probably don’t need for Karaoke applications. That is why the DV-C501 allows you to switch the lead vocal off.

Off: The lead vocal track is muted. On: If available on the selected DVD Karaoke disc, the lead

vocal track is output.

Notes:

• The Karaoke Vocal feature is only available during playback of Dolby Digital-encoded (multi-channel) DVD Karaoke discs.

• For optimum Karaoke enjoyment, be sure to use appropriate audio equipment, such as an external amplifier.

Extended Audio Feature

Some DVD video discs contain a special track that describes the on-screen actions for visually impaired persons. Your DVC501 is set to automatically output this track if available. If this is not necessary, switch this function off.

Off: The Extended Audio Feature track is muted. On: The Extended Audio Feature is active.

DVD

Notes:

• This function is only available during playback of Dolby Digitalencoded DVD video discs.

• The degree of dynamic range reduction may differ depending on the DVD video disc.

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DISPLAY

OPERATION

Parental Lock

Off

Title Stop PBC

Off

Pause/Still

Auto

On-Screen Displays

OSD Background Color Extended Subtitle Features Screen Saver

Gray Off On

Getting Started Connections

DISPLAY Settings

DVD

VCD

DVD

VCD

”) are

On-Screen Displays

This function allows you to activate or suppress the display of on-screen icons that inform you about the operational status.

Off: Operational icons or messages (e.g. “Play”, “

not displayed.

On: Operational icons or messages (e.g. “Play”, “

displayed on-screen.

OSD Background Color

DVD

This function allows you to select the background color for the on-screen menu.

Blue: Blue background. Gray: Gray background.

Extended Subtitle Features

Some DVD video discs contain special subtitles, an enhancement of closed captioning for hearing-impaired persons. The DVD Changer automatically displays these special subtitles.

Off: The special subtitles are not displayed. On: The special subtitles are displayed.

Screen Saver

The screen saver function protects your TV screen from burnin of images that are displayed for too long. If you also work with a computer, you probably know how it works. The screen saver is especially useful if you often use the Pause (“still”) function and tend to forget to switch it off. See page 16.

Off: The screen saver will not blank out the screen after the

delay time has elapsed.

On: The screen saver will come on whenever necessary.

DVD

OPERATION Settings

Pause/Still

This function allows you to obtain an even better quality for still pictures. Such pictures are displayed when you pause playback of a DVD video disc. See also page 16.

Auto: For normal use. The image quality should be

Frame: Still pictures are clearer thanks to a higher

Parental Lock

DVD video discs equipped with the Parental Lock function allow you to decide what exactly can be viewed on your DVC501, which is especially useful if you have children. For example: you could select a level where violent scenes unsuitable for children are skipped and replaced with more suitable scenes, or prevent playback of a disc altogether. Whether the Parental Lock function actually works depends on the DVD video disc in question, because it needs to contain the software capable of responding to this function. Parental Lock is secured by means of a 4-digit code to avoid that your children bypass this function. Ask your dealer or rental service for details about the Parental Lock support of a given DVD video disc. Also note that the meaning of the Parental Lock levels depends on the country whose rating standards are used by the DVD video disc.

Off: The Parental Lock feature is not active. To select the

“Off” setting, perform steps 1 and 2 below.

On: Switching on Parental Lock involves specifying the

highest level that can be viewed. You cannot just switch this function on without selecting a level. Careful: if you only carry out steps 1 and 2, Parental Lock will be switched off. Be sure to perform steps 1 – 4 below.

DVD

sufficient for most applications.

resolution.

DVD

Basic Playback

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

OPERATION Pause/Still

Parental Lock

Title Stop PBC

Auto

Off

Off On

Off

Security Code

1. Press the ENTER button.

2. Enter the 4-digit code via the numeric buttons on the remote controller, and press the ENTER button.

If you entered the wrong code, press the CLEAR button before pressing ENTER, and enter your 4-digit code again.

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Advanced Settings (continued)

OPERATION Settings (continued)

3. Press the

/ buttons to select the country whose

standards were used to rate the DVD video disc.

See the information supplied with the DVD for details.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

U.K

FRANCE

Viewable

Level8

Level7 Level6 Level5 Level4 Level3 Level2 Level1

Viewable

Level

Level Level Level Level Level Level Level

GERMAN

7 6 5 4 3 2 1

4. Press the / buttons to select the Parental Lock

level, then press the ENTER button.

U.S. & Canadian models Other area models

U.K

FRANCE

GERMAN

Level

Locked

Viewable

Level8 Level7

Level6 Level5 Level4 Level3 Level2 Level1

Locked

Viewable

Level

Level Level Level Level Level Level

8 7

6 5 4 3 2 1

It is now impossible to play back DVD video discs rated higher than the selected level. For example, when you select level 7 (“Viewable”), discs rated higher than level 7 are locked out (“Locked”) and cannot be played back.

The Parental Lock level is equivalent to the following USA movie ratings:

Level 7: NC-17 Level 6: R Level 4: PG 13 Level 3: PG Level 1: G

■ Changing the Parental Lock level

Perform steps 2 – 4 above.

■ Changing the 4-digit Code

a) After selecting a level or “Off,” press the STOP button four

times, followed by the ENTER button.

STOP STOP STOP STOP

The current 4-digit code is cleared.

b) Press the numeric buttons to enter a new 4-digit security

code.

c) Press the ENTER button.

Be sure to either memorize this code or to write down and store it in a safe place.

Title Stop

DVD

This function allows you to specify what happens when the DV-C501 reaches the end of a DVD Title.

Off: The DV-C501 continues after playback of a Title is

completed. Selecting this option also changes the behavior of the DOWN

and UP buttons. See “Selecting the Next/Previous Chapter or Track” on page 19.

On: The DV-C501 stops after playback of a title is com-

pleted.

PBC (Playback Control)

VCD

Off: The menu screen of the selected Video CD (if avail-

able) is not displayed.

On: The menu screen of a Video CD with PBC functionality

is displayed on screen.

ENTER

The parental lock levels for “Canada” are included for future use. Since they are different from the US ratings, carefully check what they correspond to before buying new DVD video discs with the Canadian Parental Lock system as they become available.

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Table of Languages

Table of Languages and Their Abbreviations

Getting Started Connections

Abbreviation

of the Language

Language

––– No alternate

language

CHI (ZH) Chinese

DUT (NL) Dutch

ENG (EN) English

FRE (FR) French

GER (DE) German

ITA (IT) Italian

JPN (JA) Japanese KOR (KO) Korean MAY (MS) Malay

SPA (ES) Spanish

AA Afar AB Abkhazian AF Afrikaans

AM Amharic

AR Arabic AS Assamese AY Aymara AZ Azerbaijani BA Bashkir BE Belorussian

BG Bulgarian

BH Bihari

BI Bislama

BO Tibetan

BR Breton CA Catalan

CO Corsican

CS Czech CY Welsh DA Danish DZ Bhutani EL Greek

Bengali,Bangla

Abbreviation

of the Language

Language

EO Esperanto

ET Estonian

EU Basque

FA Persian

FI Finnish

FJ Fiji

FO Faroese

FY Frisian GA Irish GD

GL Galician GN Guarani GU Gujarati HA Hausa

HI Hindi HR Croatian HU Hungarian HY Armenian

IA Interlingua

IE Interlingue

IK Inupiak

IN Indonesian

IS Icelandic

IW Hebrew

JI Yiddish JW Javanese

KA Georgian KK Kazakh

KL Greenlandic KM Cambodian KN Kannada

KS Kashmiri KU Kurdish

KY Kirghiz

LA Latin

Scottish Gaelic

Abbreviation

of the Language

Language

LN Lingala LO Laotian

LT Lithuanian

LV Latvian,Lettish

MG Malagasy

MI Maori MK Macedonian ML Malayalam MN Mongolian MO Moldavian MR Marathi MT Maltese MY Burmese NA Nauru NE Nepali NO Norwegian OC Occitan OM (Afan) Oromo OR Oriya

PA Panjabi PL Polish PS Pashto,Pushto

PT Portuguese QU Quechua RM RN Kirundi RO Romanian RU Russian RW Kinyarwanda

SA Sanskrit SD Sindhi SG Sango SH

SI Singhalese

SK Slovak

Rhaeto-Romance

Serbo-Croatian

Abbreviation

of the Language

Language

SL Slovenian SM Samoan SN Shona SO Somali SQ Albanian SR Serbian

SS Siswati

ST Sesotho SU Sudanese

SV Swedish SW Swahili

TA Tamil

TE Telugu TG Tajik

TH Thai

TI Tigrinya TK Turkmen TL Tagalog TN Setswana TO Tongan TR Turkish TS Tsonga TT Tatar

TW Twi UK Ukrainian UR Urdu

UZ Uzbek

VI Vietnamese

VO Volapük

WO Wolof

XH Xhosa YO Yoruba

ZU Zulu

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Tr oubleshooting

If your DV-C501 does not seem to work as expected, check the following table for the possible cause before contacting your ONKYO dealer or service.

Symptoms and Corrections

Symptom

No power. No picture.

No sound.

The picture occasionally distorts.

Unstable brightness or picture noise.

The DV-C501 won’t start playback.

You hear a voice that describes the action.

The buttons do not work.

The remote controller does not work properly.

Cause

• The power plug is disconnected.

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

• The video cable is not securely connected.

• The DV-C501 has not been selected as input source on the amplifier or receiver.

• The audio cables are not securely connected.

• The device you connected the DV-C501’s audio outputs to is switched off.

• The output sound type setting is not correct.

• The disc is dirty.

• The Fast Forward or Fast Reverse function is active.

• This is caused by the copy protection signal.

• No disc is inserted.

• The inserted disc cannot be read.

• The disc is placed upside down.

• The disc is not placed within the guide.

• The disc is dirty.

• The Parental Lock function is on.

• The DVD video disc contains an Extended Audio Feature track that is being played back.

• Power supply fluctuations or other abnormalities such as static electricity may interrupt correct operation.

• The remote controller is not pointed at the remote sensor of the DVD Changer.

• The remote controller is too far from the DVD Changer.

• The batteries in the remote controller are exhausted.

Correction

• Insert the power plug firmly.

• Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so that the DV-C501’s picture appears on the TV screen.

• Connect the video cable into the jacks securely.

• Select the input source on the amplifier or receiver that corresponds to the input(s) the DV-C501 is connected to.

• Connect the audio cable securely.

• Switch on the amplifier or receiver.

• Select the appropriate audio settings.

• Eject the disc and clean it.

• Sometimes a small amount of picture distortion may be noticeable. This is not a malfunction.

• Connect the DV-C501 directly to the TV. Never route its picture signal via a VCR or other video device (“daisy chain”).

• Insert a disc. (Check whether the “DVD”, “VCD” or “CD” indicator lights.)

• Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type and color system.)

• Insert the disc with the playback side down.

• Place the disc correctly inside the guide.

• Clean the disc.

• Cancel the Parental Lock function or select another Parental Lock level.

• Switch off the Extended Audio Feature.

• Turn the power on or off with the POWER button. Or disconnect the power plug and insert it into the wall outlet again.

• Point the remote controller at the remote sensor of the DVD Changer.

• Operate the remote controller within about 5 m.

• Replace the batteries with new ones.

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10, 11

10-13

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14 14

32,33 37

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This unit contains a sensitive microcomputer that, under certain circumstances, might fail to operate due to excessive noise interference. In such case, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, wait five seconds and connect the power cord again.

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Identification of Controls

See the pages in [ ] for details.

Front Panel

DISPLAY button [31]

DIMMER button [42]

DISC1-5 buttons [14, 15]

STANDBY/ON

indicator [14]

STANDBY/ON

button [14]

STANDBY / ON

POWERPOWER

DISPLAYDIMMER

12345

OFF

DISC SKIP

DISC SELECT

POWER button [14]

DISC SKIP button [14, 24]

CD PLAY button

DVD display [42]

Disc tray [14]

[25]

NEXT SELECTION button [24]

STOP button [16]

SKIP buttons [16]

CD PLAY

SKIPNEXT SELECTION

STOP PAUSE

DVD / VIDEO CD / CD CHANGER

OPEN/CLOSE

PLAY

DV- C

501

PLAY button [15-20, 22, 26]

PAUSE button [16]

OPEN/CLOSE button [14]

Getting Started Connections

Basic Playback

Rear Panel

VIDEO OUT jacks

S VIDEO OUT jack [10]

COMPONENT

PB PR [11]

ANALOG OUTPUT

(L/R) jacks

[10, 11, 12]

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUTPUT

ANALOG

OUTPUT

VIDEO OUT jack [10]

DIGITAL COAXIAL AUDIO OUT jack [12, 13]

DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT terminal [12, 13]

S VIDEO

VIDEO

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

DIGITAL OUTPUT

REGIONAL CODE

AC INLET

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Region number (Refer to page 4 for detail)

U.S. and Canadian model’s panel shown.

Others

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Normal Dimmed

Identification of Contr ols (continued)

DVD Display

• Pressing of the DIMMER button changes the brightness of the Display.

Total playing time/remaining time/ Memory indicators

A-B REPEAT indicator

Track number indicator

Chapter number indicator

Group number indicator

Title number indicator

NEXT DISC indicator

CD indicator

Angle icon indicator

VCD/CD indicator

DVD indicator

Operating status indicator

■ The indicators vary depending on the kinds of discs you play.

■ DVD Video disc

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

Total number of titles

• During playback:

Example

■ VIDEO CD

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

Total number of tracks

• During playback:

Example

Total playing time of the disc

Disc indicator

*DISC INDICATORS ATTENTION:

When the tray is closed, the unit will search to play the first disc loaded; all Disc Indicator will be illuminated. As the unit accesses the disc locations the indicators will either go out or stay lit to indicate the presence of a disc. An indicator may stay lit even if there is no disc loaded until the player has accessed that location. This is not malfunction.

■ Audio CD

• When closing the disc tray:

Example

Total number of tracks

• During playback:

Example

Total playing time of the disc

Playing chapter 3 in title 2

Some DVD video discs may not display the chapter numbers or elapsed time.

Elapsed time of the current title

Playing track 6

Some VIDEO CDs may not display the track numbers or elapsed time.

Elapsed time of the current title

Playing track 6

Elapsed time of the current title

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Most steps in this manual need to be performed using the supplied remote controller. That is why the functions of the remote controller’s buttons are explained in the relative chapters and sections. See the pages in [ ] for details.

Remote Controller

Getting Started Connections

STOP button [16, 17, 38]

PLAY button [15-20,22,26]

POWER button [14]

FR button [16]

DOWN button [19]

MENU button* [15]

/ / / buttons [15-16,18,

22-23, 27-28, 30, 32, 34-38

ENTER button [18, 22, 32, 38]

TOP MENU button [18]

AUDIO button [28]

ANGLE button [27]

SUBTITLE button [30]

Numeric buttons

[18, 20, 22, 24, 26]

SEARCH button [18-20, 26]

CD PLAY button [25]

DISC number buttons [14-15, 24]

POWER

DOWN

TOP MENU

AUDIO ANGLE

CD PLAY

DISC

DISC 4DISC

STOP

+10 0

DISC 2DISC

FFPLAYFR

ENTER

SUBTITLE

ON/OFF

RANDOM

ZOOM

A-B

DISPLAY

DIMMER

SELECTION

OPEN/

PAUSE/STEP

SLOW

SETUPMENU

RETURN

MEMORY

CLEAR

REPEAT

DISC

UP button [19]

FF button [16]

OPEN/CLOSE button [14]

PAUSE/STEP button [16] SLOW button [17]

SETUP button [32]

RETURN button [27, 32]

SUBTITLE ON/OFF button [30] MEMORY button [22]

RANDOM button [26] CLEAR button [21, 26-28, 30] ZOOM button [27] REPEAT button [21] A-B button [21]

DISPLAY button [31]

DIMMER button [42]

+/—

DISC

button [14, 24]

NEXT SELECTION button [24]

Basic Playback

REMOTE CONTROLLER

-417DV

* MENU button

Use the MENU button to display the menu screen of the currently selected DVD video disc. See “Locating a Title Using the Title Menu” on page 18 for details.

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Others

Page 44

Specifications

DVD Changer/Outputs

DVD Changer

Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz (U.S. & Canadian models)

AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz (Other area models) Power consumption 19 W Weight 6.6 kg, 14.6 lbs External dimensions (W/H/D) 435 X 121 X 400 mm, 17-1/8" X 4-3/4" X 15-3/4" Signal system Standard NTSC (U.S. & Canadian models)

PAL/3.58 NTSC (Other area models) Laser Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650 nm Frequency range (digital audio) DVD linear sound : 48 kHz sampling 4 Hz to 22 kHz

96 kHz sampling 4 Hz to 44 kHz

Audio CD : 4 Hz to 20 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio (digital audio) More than 96 dB (EIAJ) Audio dynamic range (digital audio) More than 90 dB (EIAJ) Harmonic distortion (digital audio) Less than 0.01 % Wow and flutter Below measurable level (less than ±0.001 % (W.PEAK)) (EIAJ) Operating conditions Temperature: 5˚C to 35˚C (41 to 95 degrees), Operation status: Horizontal

Outputs

Video output 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , negative sync., pin jack X 1 S video output (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , negative sync., Mini DIN 4-pin X 1

(PB)/(PR) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Digital Audio output (optical) Optical connector X 1 Digital Audio output (coaxial) 0.5 V (p-p), 75 , pin jack X 1 Audio output (analog audio) 2.0 V (rms), 470 , pin jack (L, R) X 1

• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Onkyo DV-C501 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Important Safeguards

Precautions

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Features

Supplied Accessories

Pr eparing the Remote Controller

Installing the remote controller batteries

Using the remote controller

Notes on the Discs You Can Use with this Unit

Discs You can Use

Cleaning Discs

Storing Discs

About VIDEO CDs

Notes on Copyright

Connecting the DV-C501 to a TV

Connecting to an Audio System and TV with COMPONENT VIDEO Inputs

Other Audio Playback Options

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a DTS Decoder

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a Digital Audio Input

Playing back Discs

Basic Playback

Direct Playback, Stop and Pause

Fast Reverse and Fast Forward Playback

Slow-Motion Playback

Resuming Playback From the Desired Location

Locating Titles, Chapters, or Tracks

Locating a Title Using the Title Menu

Title Selection with the Numeric Buttons

Selecting Chapters or Tracks

Selecting a Precise Scene or Audio Passage

Entering the Time Location

Repeat Functions

Repeating a Title or Chapter/Track

Repeating a Given Scene or Passage

Function SetupAdvanced Playback

Setting the Desired Playback Order

Programming Memory Sequences

Additional Playback Functions

Next Selection: Preparing the next Audio Track

Using the DVD Changer as CD player

Random Playback

DVD V ideo Disc Functions

Zooming in

Changing the Camera Angle

Audio Playback Settings

Using the Subtitle Feature

Using The On-Screen Display Functions

Requesting Basic Information

More Specific Information: Remaining Time and Setting Status

Advanced Settings

Setting Procedure

LANGUAGE Functions

PICTURE Settings

AUDIO Settings

DISPLAY Settings

OPERATION Settings

Table of Languages

Table of Languages and Their Abbreviations

Tr oubleshooting

Symptoms and Corrections

Identification of Controls

Front Panel

Rear Panel

DVD Display

Remote Controller

Specifications

DVD Changer/Outputs