Onkyo DV-C600 Instruction Manual

Contents

Before Using Your DVD Changer 2

DVD Changer

DV-C600

Instruction Manual

POWER

OFF

123456

DISC

STANDBY/ON

NEXT SELECTION

DIMMER

REPEAT

DISPLAY

OPEN/CLOSE

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5 DISC 6

DISC SKIP

Getting Started

Connections

STOPPAUSE

PLAY

Basic Playback

THIS DVD CHANGER IS MANUFACTURED FOR PLAYBACK OF REGION 2 (EUROPE) ENCODED DVD SOFTWARE. USE OF SOFTWARE NOT INTENDED FOR REGION 2 PLAYBACK MAY RESULT IN UNDESIRABLE PLAYER PERFORMANCE.

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 CHANGER

DV-C600

Advanced Playback

Function Setup

Others

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

OUVRIR

NE PAS

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. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water

- for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

6A. 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.

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

8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or if placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings, there should be free space of at least 5 cm (2 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.

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

10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Polarization - If the appliance is provided with a polarized plug having one blade wider than the other, please read the following information:

The polarization of the plug is a safety feature. The polarized plug will only fit the outlet one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, try reversing it. If there is still trouble, the user should seek the services of a qualified electrician. Under no circumstances should the user attempt to defeat the polarization of the plug.

12. 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, especially near plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

14. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

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

Precautions

DANGER:

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO 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.

“CL AS S 1 LASE R 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. T o prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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.

Precautions

1.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.

2.Recording Copyright

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

3.Power

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

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

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

Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

4.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.

5. 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.

8.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.

9.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.

6.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.

7.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 may become warm 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. Turn on and use the DVD Changer occasionally.

• 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.

Table of Contents

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-C600 to a TV................................. 1 0

Connecting the DV-C600 to a TV............................ 10

Other Audio Playback Options ..................................... 11

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped

with a Dolby Digital Decoder ................................... 11

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped

with Dolby Pro Logic Surround ................................ 11

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 Region Numbers ............................................. 9

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

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped

with a DTS Decoder ................................................ 12

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped

with a Digital Audio Input.........................................12

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped

with a MPEG 2 Audio Decoder................................ 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............................................... 41

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 ...................................................... 3 9

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

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

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

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

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

Getting Started

Features

■ Highlights that Set the DV-C600

• Dolby®* Digital Audio Output

• 6-Disc playback (instead of the usual five)

• DTS®** Compatibility

• Full 96-kHz/24-bit resolution with 96-kHz/24-bit discs (some players don’t play these discs, and some play them by downsampling the signal to a lower 48-kHz sampling rate, or reducing the resolution to 20 bits or less, or both)

• Enhanced black-level setting (another uncommon feature)

• Aluminum front panel (distinguishes the DV-C600 from mass-market models)

■ Video Features

•DTS® Compatibility means the DV-C600 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

• 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

• 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

• 5-Disc Exchange

• CD Mode (DVD Skip) Control

• Next Selection

• Direct Disc Access

• Separate LEDs for Each Disc (1 to 6)

• Dual-Focus Optical Pickup

• Dynamic Range Control

• Large, Bright, 14-Segment Fluorescent Display

• 2-Mode Display Dimmer (normal, dim)

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

• Large Anti-Resonant Feet

• Heavy-Duty Power Cord

• Brushed Aluminum Front Panel

• 54-Key Full-Function Remote Control

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and

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

Theater Systems, Inc.

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.

” mark may appear on the TV screen during

A “ operation. It means that the operation is not permitted by the DVD Changer or the disc.

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.

Remote controller (RC-406DV) [1] Batteries for the remote controller (size AA) [2]

Getting Started

Connections

Audio/video connection cable [1] S video cable [1]

cable [1]

Basic Playback

Advanced Playback

Function Setup

Others

Preparing the Remote Contr oller

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-size batteries into the battery compart-

ment. 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

Remote control sensor

STANDBY indicator

30˚

DV-C600

approx. 5 m

(16 feet)

Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor.

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.

Notes on the Discs You Can Use with this Unit

In this section, you will learn which discs can be used with your DV-C600, 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

Audio CDs

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

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

• 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.

• 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.

Contents

Audio

Video

(moving

pictures)

Audio

Disc

size

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

(CD

Approx. 20 minutes

Handling Discs

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

Playback side

• Never attach paper or tape to discs.

Cleaning Discs

• Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause a deterioration of the picture and sound quality . Wipe 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 Region Numbers

The region number of this DVD Changer is “2”. This number refers to the coding format of the discs that can be played back and is only important for DVD video discs. If the region number of the DVD video disc you are trying to play back is different from “2”, that is, if the disc neither contains the nor the symbol, the DV-C600 cannot play it back. (In this case, your DVD Changer displays a warning message.)

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.

Getting Started

Connections

Basic Playback

Advanced Playback

Function Setup

Others

Connecting the DV-C600 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-C600 to a TV

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

2. Connect the DV-C600 to your TV set as shown in the illustration.

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

(yellow)

D I G I

TAL

ANALOG OUTPUT

(white) (red)

COAXIAL

OUTPUT

OPTICAL

REMOTE

CONTROL

REGIONAL CODE

"CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT"

Power plug

To wall outlet

T o ANALOG AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

To S VIDEO OUT

OUT

Audio·video cable (supplied)

(yellow)

(white)

Signal flow

To video input

To audio inputs

(red)

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.

TV or monitor with audio and video inputs

■ Selecting the audio outputs

Your DV-C600 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-C600’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-C600 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.

Other Audio Playback Options

■ You can enjoy high-quality surround audio playback by connecting the DV-C600 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 for the video hookup of the DV-C600 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.

Getting Started

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 cord. 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-C600’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.

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 29

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

Signal flow

Connection example

Front speaker (left)

Center speaker Rear speaker

(left surround)

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

D I G I

TAL ANALOG OUTPUT

REMOTE

OUTPUT

CONTROL

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

75 Ω coaxial cable

To COAXIAL type digital audio input

REGIONAL CODE

Optical digital cable

To OPTICAL type digital audio input

Amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

Rear speaker (right surround)

"CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT"

Connections

Basic Playback

Advanced Playback

Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Your DV-C600 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-C600 to an amplifier with right and left front speakers, a center speaker, and one or two rear speakers. Feel free to use one or two rear speakers. Be aware, though, that the output sound of the rear channel will be monaural even if you connect two rear 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-C600’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)

ANALOG OUTPUT

Audio cable

To audio input

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

D I G I

TAL

OUTPUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

VIDEO

REMOTE

CONTROL

Rear speaker

REGIONAL CODE

Amplifier equipped with Dolby Pro Logic surround

Front speaker (right)

Center speaker

"CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT"

Function Setup

Others

Other Audio Playback Options (continued)

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-C600’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-C600 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-C600’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.

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

D I G I

TAL ANALOG OUTPUT

REMOTE

OUTPUT

CONTROL

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

REGIONAL CODE

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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

Rear speaker (left surround)

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

Rear speaker (right surround)

• Select the DTS mode on your amplifier.

Digital Stereo Audio Playback

The DV-C600 also allows you to output a stereo audio signal in the digital domain. The selection of the DV-C600’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-C600 and the amplifier. Choose this type of connection if your amplifier is equipped with a better D/A converter than your DV-C600, 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-C600’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)

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

D I G I

TAL

ANALOG

OUTPUT

REMOTE

OUTPUT

CONTROL

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

75 Ω coaxial cable

To COAXIAL type digital audio input

REGIONAL CODE

Optical digital cable

To OPTICAL type digital audio input

Amplifier equipped with a Digital Audio Input

Front speaker (right)

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Connecting to an Amplifier Equipped with a MPEG 2 Audio Decoder

Signal flow

Connection example

Front speaker (left)

Rear speaker (left surround)

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

D I G I

TAL ANALOG OUTPUT

REMOTE

OUTPUT

CONTROL

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

75 Ω coaxial cable

To COAXIAL type digital audio input

Center speaker

REGIONAL CODE

Optical digital cable

To OPTICAL type digital audio input

Amplifier equipped with a MPEG2 decoder

Rear speaker (right surround)

Front speaker (right)

Subwoofer

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MPEG 2 sound

You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video with dynamic realistic sound by connecting a 6 or 8 channel amplifier equipped with MPEG 2 audio decoder or MPEG 2 audio processor.

• Make the following settings:

Setting Select: Page

Audio Out Select Bitstream 36

Recording system MPEG 29

Getting Started

Connections

Basic Playback

Advanced Playback

Function Setup

Others

POWER

CAUTION

OPEN/CLOSE

PLAY

POWER

OFF

STOPPAUSE

DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 4 DISC 5 DISC 6

NEXT SELECTION

REPEAT

DVD CHANGER

DV-C600

DIMMER

DISPLAY

DISC SKIP

DISC

123456

STANDBY/ON

POWER

DISC 1–6

STANDBY/ON

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-C600 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-C600 is connected to.

POWER

STANDBY/ON

Connecting to a Wall Outlet and Powering On.

1 Plug the power cord 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.

OPEN/CLOSE

OPEN/

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.

The disc drawer opens.

The disc drawer can also be opened when

Note:

the DVD Changer is switched off.

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

Notes:

• The DV-C600 supports two disc sizes. To avoid damaging your discs or causing malfunction, be sure to insert the discs

DISC 2

DISC 1

DIRECT DIGIT AL ATHP

DISC 6

DVD / VIDEO CD / CD CD CHANGER

DV-C600

in the correct guide.

• Only use DVD video discs or audio CDs. Other data carriers may damage your

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

■ Placing discs in the remaining disc trays.

DISC SKIP

Repeatedly press the DISC SKIP button on the main unit to rotate the disc drawer

DVD Changer and/or amplifier/TV set.

Tips:

The corresponding disc tray indicator lights up when the unit detects the disc.

counter-clockwise, and place a disc in each desired tray (1 – 6).

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button again.

The disc drawer closes. Press one of the DISC 1–6 buttons to select the desired disc on the tray for playback.

Note:

Alternatively, press one of the DISC 1–6 buttons to close the disc drawer and play the selected disc automatically.

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