Panasonic DVD-RV41A, DVD-RV41E, DVD-RV41EB, DVD-RV41EN User Manual
DVD/VIDEO CD/CD PLAYER
Operating Instructions
Model No. DVD-RV41
DVD-RV31
The illustration shows DVD-RV31 for the United Kingdom and Continental
Europe.
EB E A EN
Only for the United Kingdom
Note:
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United
Kingdom.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
RQT5869-B
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions
carefully.
These operating instructions are applicable to models
DVD-RV41 and DVD-RV31.
Operations in these instructions are described mainly
with the remote control, but you can do the operations on
the main unit if the controls are the same.
[DVD-RV41]: indicates features applicable to DVD-RV41 only.
[DVD-RV31]: DVD-RV31 only.
Accessories
Getting started
Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses
when asking for replacement parts.
¸ Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(VEQ2380)
¸ Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
for remote control
¸ AC mains lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
[For\the\United\Kingdom]
(RJA0053-2X)
[For\others]
(RJA0019-1X)
[For\Australia\and\N.Z.]
(RJA0035-X)
Table of contents
Getting started
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Caution for AC Mains Lead. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Disc handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Control reference guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connection to a television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Selecting TV screen type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Basic operations
Basic play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Resume function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Starting play from a selected title or track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Skipping chapters or tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Frame-by-frame viewing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fast forward and rewind– SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Slow-motion play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Advanced operations
Changing soundtracks, subtitle languages and
angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Increasing your enjoyment of movies . . . . . . . . 14
ADVANCED SURROUND (V.S.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
BASS PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DIALOGUE ENHANCER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CINEMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
ONE TOUCH CINEMA MEMORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
A-B repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Changing the play sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Program play/Random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using GUI screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Screen for disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Shuttle screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Screen for unit information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Changing initial settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Common procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Summary of initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Speaker setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Digital output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Entering a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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¸ Audio/video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
(VJA0788-D)
Note
The included AC mains lead is for use with this unit only. Do not
use it with other equipment.
Home Theater
Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting an amplifier with 5.1-channel
audio input terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connecting an amplifier with a built-in decoder or a decoder-
amplifier combination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connecting an analog amplifier or system component . . . . . . . 28
Connecting a digital amplifier or system component. . . . . . . . . 28
Connecting an active subwoofer (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Recording to MDs or cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Reference
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
CAUTION!
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Placement
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the unit’s service life.
Place it at least 15 cm away from wall surfaces to avoid distortion
and unwanted acoustical effects.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN, SPLASHING, DRIPPING OR MOISTURE.
SUOMI
VAROITUS!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VAROITUS:
TULIPALO-, SÄHKÖISKUVAARAN TAI MUUN VAHINGON VÄHENTÄMISEKSI EI LAITETTA SAA ALTISTAA SATEELLE, ROISKEELLE, VESIPISAROILLE TAI
KOSTEUDELLE.
NORSK
ADVARSEL!
DETTE PRODUKTET ANVENDER EN LASER.
BETJENING AV KONTROLLER, JUSTERINGER ELLER
ANDRE INNGREP ENN DE SOM ER BESKREVENT I
DENNE BRUKSANVISNING, KAN FØRE TIL FARLIG BESTRÅLING.
DEKSLER MÅ IKKE ÅPNES, OG FORSØK ALDRI Å REPARERE APPARATET PÅ EGENHÅND. ALT SERVICE
OG REPARASJONSARBEID MÅ UTFØRES AV KVALIFISERT PERSONELL.
Voltage
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit
and cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
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AC mains lead protection
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged. Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric
shock. Do not pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC
mains lead can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric
shock.
Foreign matter
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the
power supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.
Service
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not
covered in these instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains lead
and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric
shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power
source if it is not to be used for a long time.
ADVARSEL:
FOR Å REDUSERE FAREN FOR BRANN, STRØMSJOKK
ELLER SKADER PÅ PRODUKTET, MÅ DETTE APPARATET IKKE UTSETTES FOR REGN, VANNSPRUT, VANNDRÅPER ELLER FUKTIGHET.
-
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DANGER
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
-
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
CAUTION
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
-
RAYONNEMENT LASER VISIBLE ET INVISIBLE EN CAS D’OUVERTURE.
ATTENTION
EXPOSITION DANGEREUSE AU FAISCEAU.
-
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING.
ADVARSEL
UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
-
AVATTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYVÄÄ JA NÄKYMÄTÖN
VARO !
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
-
SYNLIG OCH OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL
VARNING
ÄR ÖPPNAD. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
-
SYNLIG OG USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES.
ADVARSEL
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
-
SICHTBARE UND UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG, WENN ABDECKUNG
VORSICHT
GEÖFFNET. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
-
-
(FDA 21 CFR)
(IEC60825-1)
RQLS0233
(Inside of unit)
(Back of unit)
Do not place the unit
on amplifiers or equipment that may become
hot.
The heat can damage the unit.
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Caution for AC Mains Lead
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code model only)
For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin
mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure
that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere
and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark ì or the BSI mark í on
Getting started
the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must
ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used
until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from
your local dealer.
CAUTION!
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-AMPERE SOCKET.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO
THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH
THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL î OR
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF—KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of
AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC
mains plug fitted and follow the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
Figure A
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring
code as stated below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours 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 or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
Figure B
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse
cover.
Figure A
Figure B
Fuse cover
Fuse
(5 ampere)
Fuse
(5 ampere)
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A
a
Disc information
º Discs that can be played [A]
a
b
c
Region
number
See below
for details.
–
–
Disc type
DVD-Video
Video CD
Audio CD
Logo
Video
system
PAL/NTSC
PAL/NTSC
–
Indication
used in
instructions
[DVD]
[VCD]
[CD]
B
C
e
d
b
c
f
g
2
3
4
2
3
4
2
3
4
ALL
º Region Management Information (DVD only) [B]
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold.
³For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe : “2”
³For Australia and N.Z. : “4”
³For Asia : “3”
DVDs can be played on this unit if their region number is the same or
includes the same number, or if the DVD is marked “ALL”.
Confirm the region number for this unit before choosing discs. The
number for this unit is indicated on the rear panel of the unit.
d (Back of the unit) e Disc
º Discs that cannot be played
DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, VSD, CDV,
CD-G, +RW, DVD-RW, CVD, SVCD, SACD, Divx Video Discs and
Photo CD.
º DVDs that can be played [C]
f This unit has a Dolby Digital decoder so you can play DVDs with
this mark.
g This unit does not have a DTS decoder. Connect this unit to
equipment that has a DTS decoder to enjoy DVDs with this mark.
º Type of disc for the type of connected TV
DVDs and Video CDs are recorded using either PAL or NTSC.
Refer to this table when selecting discs.
TV Monitor
TV type
Multisystem TV
NTSC TV
PAL TV
¤1
If you select “NTSC” in “NTSC Disc Output” (á page 22), the
picture may be clearer.
¤2
The factory preset for “NTSC Disc Output” is “PAL60”, so no
changes to the initial settings are necessary.
(If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the
picture will not be shown correctly.)
¤3
The factory preset for “NTSC Disc Output” is “NTSC”, so no
changes to the initial settings are necessary.
¤4
Select “PAL60” in “NTSC Disc Output” (á page 22).
(If your television is not equipped to handle PAL 525/60 signals the
picture will not be shown correctly.)
Note
When a disc which does not comply with Video CD standard is
played, the bottom part of the picture may disappear.
Disc
PAL
NTSC
PAL
NTSC
PAL
NTSC
For the United Kingdom,
Continental Europe,
Australia and N.Z.
Y
¤1
Y
t
t
Y
¤2
Y
For Asia
Y
Y
t
Y
Y
Y
¤3
¤4
º Playing DVDs and Video CDs
The producer of the material can control how these discs are played.
This means that you may not be able to control play of a disc with
some operations described in these operating instructions. Read the
disc’s instructions carefully.
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Disc handling
The remote control
Do not use irregularly shaped discs, such as heart-shaped.
(These can damage the unit.)
º How to hold a disc
Do not touch the recorded surface.
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º If the surface is dirty
Wipe it with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
Batteries
R6, AA, UM-3
1
2
³Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control.
³Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Do not;
³mix old and new batteries.
³use different types at the same time.
³heat or expose to flame.
³take apart or short circuit.
³attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
³use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can
damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any
part of your body.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period
of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
Replace if the unit does not respond to the remote control even when
held close to the front panel.
º If the disc is brought from a cold to a warm
environment, moisture may form on the disc
Wipe with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the disc.
º Handling precautions
³Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing
instrument.
³Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electric-
ity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
³Do not attach labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs with ex-
posed adhesive from tape or left over peeled-off stickers.)
³Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
³Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.
º Do not place or store discs in the following
places
³Locations exposed to direct sunlight
³Humid or dusty locations
³Locations directly exposed to a heat vent or heating appliance
Use
a Remote control signal sensor
7 m
30°
30°
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m
directly in front of the unit.
³Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.
³Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
Do not;
³put heavy objects on the remote control.
³take the remote control apart.
³spill liquids onto the remote control.
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Control reference guide
[DVD-RV41]
1 2 3 5 6 9 = >: <
ONE TOUCH
CINEMA MEMORY
DIALOGUE
ADVANCED
ENHANCER
SURROUND
CINEMA
V.S.S.
[DVD-RV31]
(For the United Kingdom and Continental Europe)
[DVD-RV31] (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)
1 2 3 5 64 9 GF:
DOLBY DIGITAL
DECODER
7
8 ;
OPEN/CLOSE TOP MENU MENU DISPLAY
@
8
OPEN/CLOSE
?
@
8
ENTER
1
Í
DCBA?
A
B
9 5 >4:1
3
:
;
STOP
∫; 1
SKIP
TOP MENU
H
DIALOGUE
ADVANCED
BASS
ENHANCER
SURROUND
PLUS
V.S.S.
=
I
J
F
G
CBA
3
DISPLAY
PLAY MODE SUBTITLE
REPEAT MODE
A-B REPEAT
V.S.S.
SETUP CANCEL
K
E
>
OPEN/CLOSE
PLAY
SLOW / SEARCH
6:9 5
ENTER
AUDIO ANGLE
0S10
<
MENU
RETURN
PAUSE
123
456
789
9
C
L
<
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M
N
O
P
Q
ONE TOUCH
CINEMA MEMORY
ADVANCED
SURROUND
V.S.S.
DIALOGUE
BASS
ENHANCER
PLUS
CINEMA
?
@
Main unit
Page
1 Standby/on switch (ê/I) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of
power.
2
[DVD-RV41]
[DVD-RV31]
One touch cinema memory button/indicator
(ONE TOUCH CINEMA MEMORY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3 Advanced Surround (V.S.S.) button
(ADVANCED SURROUND, (V.S.S.)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4
[DVD-RV31]
Bass plus button (BASS PLUS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5 Dialogue Enhancer button (DIALOGUE ENHANCER) . . . . 15
6
[DVD-RV41]
[DVD-RV31]
Cinema button (CINEMA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
7
[DVD-RV41]
DOLBY DIGITAL indicator (DOLBY DIGITAL, DECODER)
Goes out when playing a disc without Dolby Digital.
8 Disc tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
9 Disc tray open/close button (<, OPEN/CLOSE) . . . . . . . . 10
: Skip buttons (:, 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
;
[DVD-RV41]
Top menu button (TOP MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
<
[DVD-RV41]
Menu button (MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
=
[DVD-RV41]
Display button (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
> Shuttle dial (6, 5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
? Display
(For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)
(For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)
A-B
REPEAT
RANDOM
REPEAT
OPEN/CLOSE
MODE
CBA
@ Standby indicator (ê)
When the unit is connected to the AC mains supply, this indicator
lights up in standby mode and goes out when the unit is turned on.
A Stop button (º) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
B Pause button (;) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
C Play button (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
D
[DVD-RV41]
Joystick (3, 4, 2, 1)/Enter button (ENTER) . . . . . . . . . . 10
E
[DVD-RV31] (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)
Random play button (RANDOM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
F
[DVD-RV31] (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)
Repeat button (REPEAT MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
G
[DVD-RV31] (For Australia, N.Z. and Asia)
A-B repeat button (A-B REPEAT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Remote control
Buttons such as function the same as the controls on the unit.
H Cursor buttons (3, 4, 2, 1)/Enter button (ENTER) . . . . 10
I Subtitle button (SUBTITLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
J Play mode button (PLAY MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
K Setup button (SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 21
L Slow/Search buttons (6, 5 SLOW/SEARCH) . . . . . . . 12
M Return button (RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
N Audio button (AUDIO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
O Angle button (ANGLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
P Numbered buttons (1–9, 0, S10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Q Cancel button (CANCEL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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L
R
SUB WOOFER
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
AV
AV1
AV2
P
B
P
R
Y
L
R
SUB WOOFER
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
Connection to a television
[DVD-RV41] [DVD-RV31]
These pages explain how to connect the unit to a television and set it up so you hear the audio through the television’s speakers. Connections and
procedures that enable you to enjoy more powerful sounds are described beginning on page 26.
Before connection
³Disconnect the AC mains lead.
³Refer to the television’s operating instructions.
Connecting to a television with video input terminal (The illustration shows DVD-RV31 for the United Kingdom and Continental Europe.)
See below if your television has a SCART terminal, S video terminal, or component video terminals.
a Television
Getting started
b Audio/video cable (included)
FOR UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS
LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE CONNECTION.
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
IN
L
R
c(Red)(White)(Yellow)
e To household
mains socket
f AC mains lead
(included)
Conserving power
This unit consumes a small amount of power,
even when it is turned off.
[For\the\United\Kingdom\and\Continental\Europe]
approx. 4 W
[For\Australia\and\N.Z.]
approx. 3 W
[For\Asia]
approx. 3.5 W
To save power when the unit is not to be used for
a long time, unplug it from the household mains
socket.
(Red)(White)(Yellow)
d Back of the unit
Connect Your Unit Directly
To Your Television.
Do not connect the unit
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(PCM/BITSTREAM)
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUT
SUB WOOFER
VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
OUT
L
L
R
AV
AC IN
through your video cassette recorder when setting up your
home entertainment system,
because the picture may not
be played correctly due to the
copy guard.
Connecting to a television and a video cassette recorder with 21-pin SCART terminal
SCART terminal(s): for the United Kingdom and Continental Europe only
To improve picture quality, you can change the video signal output from the AV (AV1) terminal from “Video” to either “S-Video” or “RGB” to suit the
type of television you are using [á page 22, Video– AV (AV1) Output]. (“RGB” available
with DVD-RV41 only.)
S-VIDEO provides better quality than VIDEO and RGB provides the best picture quality.
gSCART
terminal
VCR
h 21-pin SCART cable
(not included)
[DVD-RV41][DVD-RV31]
i Example
VCR
AV1
AV2
AV1
AV2
VCR
TV
j Television
k This unit
l Video cassette
recorder
m Satellite receiver or
decoder
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Connecting to a television with S video or component video input terminals
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals: for Australia, N.Z. and Asia only
Connect the audio terminals as described above.
o S video cable (not included)
p TV’s S
video input
terminal
The S-video terminal achieves a more vivid picture than the VIDEO
OUT terminal by separating the chrominance (C) and luminance (Y)
signals. (Actual results depend on the television.)
n SCART terminal of television
Video cable (not included)
Y terminal
P
B terminal
R terminal
P
TV’s component video
input terminals
Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals
(P
B/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high
fidelity in reproducing colors.
³The description of the component video input terminals depends on
the television or monitor (e.g. Y/P
B/PR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Con-
nect to terminals of the same color.
Selecting TV screen type
1
2
3
1
3·4·5
2·6
Í
SETUP
Í
STOP
PAUSE
∫; 1
SKIP
TOP MENU
ENTER
DISPLAY
PLAY MODE SUBTITLE
REPEAT MODE
123
A-B REPEAT
456
V.S.S.
789
SETUP CANCEL
SETUP
SELECT
ENTER RETURN
SETUP
SELECT
ENTER RETURN
OPEN/CLOSE
<
PLAY
SLOW / SEARCH
6:9 5
MENU
RETURN
AUDIO ANGLE
0S10
Disc
Audio
Subtitle
Menus
Ratings
Video
AV Output
Still Mode
NTSC Disc Output
RETURN
English
Automatic
English
Level 8
4:3 Pan&ScanTV Aspect
Video
Automatic
PAL60
[DVD-RV41] [DVD-RV31]
Remote control only
Change the setting to suit the aspect ratio of your television.
The menu language is set to English, but you can change it
as follows (á page 22, Display–Menu Language). English is
used in the examples.
(For the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Australia
and N.Z.)
English>French/German/Italian/Spanish
(For Asia)
English>Chinese
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the player.
1 Press [ê] to turn on the unit.
2 Press [SETUP] to show the menus.
3 Press [2, 1] to select the Video tab.
4 Press [3, 4] to select “TV Aspect”
and press [ENTER].
5 Press [3, 4] to select the item and
press [ENTER].
³4:3 Pan&Scan (Factory preset)
Select if you have a regular television and to view 16:9 soft-
¤
ware
in the pan and scan style (a).
³4:3 Letterbox
Select if you have a regular television and to view 16:9 software in the letterbox style (b).
³16:9
Select if you have a widescreen television.
¤
16:9 software prohibited from being shown in the pan and
scan style will appear in the letterbox style despite the setting
here.
The Video menu is shown.
6 Press [SETUP] to end the settings.
Getting started
4·5
ENTER
SETUP
6
SETUP
SELECT
ENTER RETURN
a
TV Aspect
4:3 Pan&Scan
4:3 Letterbox
16:9
b
To return to the previous screen
Press [RETURN].
For your reference
DVDs are recorded in a variety of aspect ratios. You can change the
way software is shown on a regular television (4:3) with the above
operation. If you have a widescreen television (16:9), use the television’s picture modes.
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Reading
Close
Open
1
PGMRND
DVD VCD
A-B
TITLE TRACK CHAP
VIDEO
:, 9
TOP MENU
3, 4, 2, 1
ENTER
Basic operations
1
Í
Basic play
[DVD-RV41] [DVD-RV31]
Í
STOP
∫
∫; 1
SKIP
TOP MENU
PAUSE
SLOW / SEARCH
6:9 5
OPEN/CLOSE
<
PLAY
MENU
2
4
;
MENU
ENTER
DISPLAY
PLAY MODE SUBTITLE
REPEAT MODE
A-B REPEAT
V.S.S.
SETUP CANCEL
RETURN
AUDIO ANGLE
123
456
789
0S10
RETURN
=Numbered
buttons
[DVD] [VCD] [CD]
Preparation
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the
television to suit the connections for the player.
1 Press [ê] to turn on the unit.
2 Press [<] to open the disc tray.
3 Place the disc on the disc tray.
4 Press [1] (PLAY).
The disc tray closes and play begins.
º To stop play
Press [º] (á page 11, Resume function).
º To pause play [A]
Press [;] during play.
Press [1] (PLAY) to restart play.
Playing CD-R and CD-RW
This unit can play CD-DA (digital audio) and video CD format
audio CD-R and CD-RW that have been finalized
pletion of recording.
It may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW due to the
condition of the recording.
¤
Finalizing is a process that enables CD-R/CD-RW players to
play audio CD-R and CD-RW.
¤
upon com-
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OPEN/CLOSE
2
<
3
4
A
B
PLAY
1
?Unit’s display
(e.g. DVD is loaded)
PGMRND
A-B
DVD VCD
VIDEO
PAUSE
;
AThe disc’s
top menu
>Label must face upward.
(With double-sided discs,
load so the label for the side
you want to play is facing
up.)
TITLE TRACK CHAP V.S.S. BASS
@Title
TOP MENU
Title
Menu
MENU
Note
³If “” appears on the television
The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.
³The disc continues to rotate while the menu is displayed even after
you finish playing an item. Press [º] when you finish to preserve the
unit’s motor and your television screen.
³Volume may be lower when playing DVDs than when playing other
discs or during television broadcasts.
If you turn the volume up on the television or amplifier, ensure you
reduce the volume again before playing other sources so that a
sudden increase in output does not occur.
º Auto standby
The unit switches to the standby mode after about 30 minutes in the
stop mode.
When a menu screen appears on the
television
[DVD] [VCD]
Remote control only
CINEMA
Press the numbered buttons to select an
item.
To select a 2-digit number
Example: To select item 23, press [S10], then [2] and [3].
³When playing DVDs, you can also use [3, 4, 2, 1] to select
items. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.
Play of the selected item now begins.
Other buttons used to operate menus
Read the disc’s instructions for further details about operation.
Title
MenuBMenu
[9]: Shows the next menu.
[:]: Shows the previous menu.
[RETURN]: Shows the menu screen.
[TOP MENU]: Shows the first menu screen. [DVD]
[MENU]: Shows the menu screen. [DVD]
]B\ DVD menus
DVDs can have several menus. The menu displayed when you press
[TOP MENU] may be different from the menu displayed when you
press [MENU].
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