Operating Instructions
DVD Stereo System
Model No. SC-VK725D/SC-VK825D/
SC-VK925D
The above illustration of the unit is an example and shows SC-VK725D.
GC En Pe Ar
Region number
The player plays DVD-Video marked with labels containing the region number "2" or "ALL".
Example:
2 
234
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read the instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
RQT8251-G
L0605NC0
ENGLISH
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
VK725D : indicates features applicable to SC-VK725D only.
VK825D : SC-VK825D only.
VK925D : SC-VK925D only.
¡Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of SC-VK725D.
¡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.
System |
SC-VK725D |
SC-VK825D |
SC-VK925D |
Main unit |
SA-VK725D (1 unit) |
SA-VK825D (1 unit) |
SA-VK925D (1 unit) |
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Front speakers |
SB-VK72 (2 units) |
SB-VK82 (2 units) |
SB-VK92 (2 units) |
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Center speaker |
SB-PC72 (1 unit) |
SB-PC82 (1 unit) |
SB-PC92 (1 unit) |
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Surround speakers |
SB-PS72 (2 units) |
SB-PS82 (2 units) |
SB-PS92 (2 units) |
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Subwoofer(s) |
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SB-WVK82 (1 unit) |
SB-WVK92 (2 units) |
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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.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK |
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OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS |
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APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR |
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SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH |
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LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON |
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CAUTION!
•DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE.
ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT'S VENTILATION OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS, CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANNER.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile telephones during use. If such interference is apparent, please increase separation between the product and the mobile telephone.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.
CAUTION:
The AC voltage is different according to the area.
Be sure to set the proper voltage in your area before use. (For details, please refer to page 8.)
RQT8251
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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.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
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.
Power cord protection
Ensure the AC power cord 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 power cord 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 power cord 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.
Accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
1 AC power supply cord |
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2 Batteries for remote control
1 FM indoor antenna
Note
The included AC power supply cord is for use with this unit only. Do not use it with other equipment.
Table of contents
Getting started
Safety precautions ........................................................................ |
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Accessories ................................................................................... |
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Disc information ............................................................................ |
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Simple setup
STEP1 |
...............................................................Positioning |
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ENGLISH |
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Speaker connections .............................................. |
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Video connections .................................................. |
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The remote control .................................................. |
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QUICK SETUP .......................................................... |
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DEMO function ...................................................................... |
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Control reference guide ............................................................. |
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Disc operations
Discs — Basic play ..................................................................... |
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Discs — Convenient functions .................................................. |
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Disc information / Displaying current playback condition |
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Quick replay / Skipping 30 seconds forward / |
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Changing the zoom ratio / Changing the play speed / |
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Discs — Using navigation menus ............................................. |
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Playing HighMATTM discs / Playing RAM/DVD-RW (DVD-VR) |
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Discs — Program/Random play ................................................ |
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Program play (up to 32 items) / Random play / |
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ALL-DISC random play |
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Discs — Changing the player settings ..................................... |
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Changing the delay time (Speaker Settings) |
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Radio operations |
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Tape operations |
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Cassette tapes ............................................................................. |
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Karaoke operations |
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Enjoying karaoke ........................................................................ 24 |
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Enjoying karaoke function / Changing the key / Adjusting the |
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To record your voice |
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Other operations |
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Sound field and sound quality ................................................... |
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Down-mixing / Dolby Pro Logic II / Center Focus / Super |
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(MANUAL EQ) / Using the Super Sound Equalizer / Super |
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The play/record timer / The sleep timer |
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Using other equipment .......................................................... |
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Reference |
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About DivX VOD content ............................................................ |
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Glossary ....................................................................................... |
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Troubleshooting guide .......................................................... |
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Language code list ..................................................................... |
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Tray/disc handling procedure .................................................... |
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Maintenance ................................................................................ |
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Specifications .............................................................................. |
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ENGLISH
Disc information
RQT8251
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Disc information
Discs that can be played
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instructions |
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Recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video |
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\1 Created using DivX ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system]. \2 A process that allows play on compatible equipment.
•It may not be possible to play the above discs in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording, the recording method and how the files were created (A page 17, Tips for making data discs).
7 Discs that cannot be played
Version 1.0 of DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CDV, CD-G, SACD and Photo CD, DVD-RAM that cannot be removed from their cartridge,
2.6-GB and 5.2-GB DVD-RAM, and “Chaoji VCD” available on the market including CVD, DVCD and SVCD that do not conform to
IEC62107.
Playing DVDs and Video CDs
The producer of these discs can control how they are played so you may not always be able to control play as described in these operating instructions (for example if the play time is not displayed or if a Video
CD has menus). Read the disc’s instructions carefully.
7 Audio format of DVDs
This unit automatically recognizes and decodes discs with these symbols.
7 To clean discs
Wipe with a damp cloth and then wipe dry.
7 Disc handling precautions
•Do not attach labels or stickers to discs (This may cause disc warping, rendering it unusable).
•Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument.
•Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.
•Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.
•Do not use the following discs:
–Discs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers or labels (rented discs, etc).
–Discs that are badly warped or cracked.
–Irregularly shaped discs, such as heart shapes.
7 Video systems
–This unit can play PAL and NTSC, but your television must match the system used on the disc.
–PAL discs cannot be correctly viewed on an NTSC television.
–This unit can convert NTSC signals to PAL 60 for viewing on a PAL television (A page 21, “Video” tab — NTSC Disc Output).
Simple setup
STEP1 Positioning
Optimum location
Distance: A=B=C=D=E
Positioning for best effect
How you set up your speakers can affect the bass and the sound field. Note the following points:
•Place speakers on flat secure bases.
•Placing speakers too close to floors, walls, and corners can result in excessive bass. Cover walls and windows with a thick curtain.
•The angles in the diagram are approximate.
Caution
•Use the speakers only with the recommended system. Failure to do so may lead to damage to the amplifier and/ or the speakers, and may result in the risk of fire. Consult a qualified service person if damage has occurred or if you experience a sudden change in performance.
•Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods other than those described in this manual.
Front speakers
Speakers are designed identically so that no left or right channel orientation is necessary.
Center speaker
•Vibration caused by the center speaker can disrupt the picture if it is placed directly on the television. Put the center speaker on a rack or shelf.
•To prevent the speakers from falling, do not place directly on top of the television.
Subwoofer(s) VK825D 
VK925D
Place to the right ( VK825D ) or right and left ( VK925D ) of the
television, on the floor or a sturdy shelf so that it won’t cause vibration.
Leave 10 cm at the rear for ventilation.
Use only supplied speakers
•Using other speakers can damage the unit and sound quality will be negatively affected.
•Set the speakers up on an even surface to prevent them from falling. Take proper precautions to prevent the speakers from falling if you cannot set them up on an even surface.
Notes on speaker use
•You can damage your speakers and shorten their useful life if you play sound at high levels over extended periods.
•Reduce the volume in the following cases to avoid damage.
–When playing distorted sound.
–When the speakers are reverberating due to a record player, microphone(s), noise from FM broadcasts, continuous signals from an oscillator, test disc, or electronic instrument.
–When adjusting the sound quality.
–When turning the unit on or off.
If irregular coloring occurs on your television
The front and center speakers and subwoofer(s) are designed to be used close to a television, but the picture may be affected with some televisions and set-up combinations.
If this occurs, turn the television off for about 30 minutes.
The television’s demagnetizing function should correct the problem. If it persists, move the speakers further away from the television.
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•Keep your speakers at least 10 mm away from the system for proper ventilation.
•You cannot take the front net off the speakers.
7 Attaching to a wall
Surround and center speakers can be attached to a wall.
1 Drive a screw (not included) into the wall.
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Positioning
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Speaker connections
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STEP2 Speaker connections
Twist and pull off the vinyl tip of the speaker cords.
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VK725D
3 Speaker cords
1 x short cord: For center speaker
2 x long cords: For surround speakers
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STEP3 Video connections
•Do not connect the unit through a video cassette recorder
Due to copy guard protection, the picture may not be displayed correctly.
•Turn the television off before connecting, and refer to the television’s operating instructions.
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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.)
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These terminals can be used for either interlace or progressive output and provide a purer picture than the S VIDEO OUT terminal. Connection using these terminals outputs the color difference signals (PB/PR) and luminance signal (Y) separately in order to achieve high fidelity in reproducing colors.
•The description of the component video input terminals depends on the television or monitor (e.g. Y/PB/PR,Y/B-Y/R-Y, Y/CB/CR). Connect to terminals of the same color.
To enjoy progressive video
Connect to the component video input terminals on a 625p or 525p compatible television. (Video will not be displayed correctly if connected to an incompatible television.)
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Radio and power supply connections/The remote control
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STEP4 Radio and power supply connections
AM loop antenna FM indoor antenna AC power supply cord
•Connect the AC power supply cord only after all other connections are complete.
•Optional antenna connections ( A page 30).
Preparation
Twist and pull off the vinyl tip of the antenna wires.
AM loop antenna
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Voltage Selector
Use a flat-head screwdriver to set the voltage selector on the back of the main unit to the appropriate position for the area in which this system is used.
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FM indoor antenna
Tape the antenna where reception is best.
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Conserving power
The unit consumes power ( VK725D : approx. 0.8 W or VK825D 
VK925D : approx. 0.9 W) even when it is turned off with [f] (main unit: [f/I]). To save power when the unit is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC power socket. You will need to reset some memory items after plugging in the unit.
STEP5 The remote control
Remote control 
Batteries
Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
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•use different types at the same time.
•heat or expose to flame.
•take apart or short circuit.
•attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries.
•use 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.
Remove if the remote control is not going to be used for a long period of time. Store in a cool, dark place.
7 Use
Aim at the remote control signal sensor (A page 10), avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly in front of the unit.
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The QUICK SETUP screen assists you to make necessary settings.
Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television.
1Press [:, DVD/CD] to select “DVD/CD” as the source.
The unit comes on.
Press [L] when a disc is in the tray.
2Press [SHIFT] + [SETUP] to show the QUICK SETUP screen.
3Follow the messages and press [8, 9, ;, :] to select, then press [ENTER] to make the settings.
Press [RETURN] to go back to the previous screen.
4Press [ENTER] and then [SHIFT] + [SETUP] to end the settings.
STEP7 Setting the time
This is a 24-hour clock.
1Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “CLOCK”.
Every time you press the button:
CLOCK 
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Previous display 
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Press [g, REW/4] or [f, 3/FF] to set the time.
3Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to finish setting the time.
The display will return to whatever was displayed before you set the time.
To display the time
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] once when the unit is on or at standby mode.
The time is shown for about 5 seconds.
Note
Reset the clock regularly to maintain accuracy.
When the unit is first plugged in, a demonstration of its functions may be shown on the display.
If the demo setting is off, you can show a demonstration by turning on the demo.
Press and hold [DISPLAY –DEMO].
The display changes each time the button is held down.
DEMO OFF (off) ↔ DEMO ON (on)
You can reduce the power consumed in standby mode by turning the demonstration off.
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Control reference guide
Main unit
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Controlreferenceguide |
1 Disc drawer
2AC supply indicator [AC IN]
This indicator lights when the unit is connected to the AC mains supply.
3Standby/on switch [f/I]
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.
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†Shift button [SHIFT]
To use functions labeled in orange:
While pressing [SHIFT], press the corresponding button.
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Discs — Basic play
Discs — Basic play
1 Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray.
The unit comes on.
• To load discs in other trays, press [1]–[5] to select the tray and press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray.
•You can load up to 5 discs (one per tray).
•Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.
•RAM Remove the disc from its cartridge before use.
Do not pull or push the tray with your hand.
2 Press [c, OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray.
Check the disc location
Press [DISC CHECK] during play.
Press again to close the trays.
•To check the location of the 12 cm discs.
•If a disc is being played, the corresponding tray will not open.
•Do not remove or insert disc(s) during a disc check.
•Do not pull out the trays during a disc check.
Skip/Search/Slow-motion play
Change a disc in another tray
Press [c, DISC CHANGE] and then [1]–[5].
Press [c, DISC CHANGE] again to close the tray.
•You can also remove a disc while another is playing.
•If you select a disc which is being played, play stops and the tray opens.
3Press [1]–[5] to play the disc.
You can also press
[:, DVD/CD] if the current disc is your desired disc.
Stop
Press [L STOP] during play.
The position is memorized while “RESUME” is on the display.
•Press [:, DVD/CD] to resume.
•Press [L STOP] again to clear the position.
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Enjoy progressive video
Press [SHIFT] + [PROGRESSIVE].
You can enjoy progressive video (A page 7).
Enter numbers
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DVD-RW VR 
DVD-A
DVD-V
VCD
CD
Press the numbered buttons.
E.g. to select 12: [h10] A [1] A [2]
VCD with Playback control (PBC)
Press [L] to cancel the PBC functions, then press the numbered buttons.
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX
Press the numbered buttons, then press [ENTER].
E.g. to select 123: [1] A [2] A [3] A [ENTER]
• Press [SHIFT]+[CANCEL] to cancel the number(s).
L, CANCEL
Pause
Press [J] during play.
• Press [:, DVD/CD] to restart play.
ENTER
Skip frame-by-frame
RAM
DVD-RW VR 
DVD-A (Motion picture part) DVD-V
VCD
Press [;, :] during pause.
• VCD Forward direction only.
(, ), SLOW/SEARCH
SHIFT 
Main unit display
Press [FL DISPLAY] to change display.
RAM
DVD-RW VR 
DVD-A
DVD-V
WMA
MP3 MPEG4 
DivX
Time display ↔ Information display
JPEG
When Slideshow (A page 19) is on:
SLIDE ↔ Information display
When Slideshow (A page 19) is off:
PLAY ↔ Information display
Subtitles/Information screen
Press [SHIFT] + [SUBTITLE].
RAM
DVD-RW VR
Selects subtitles on/off (A page 15).
DVD-V
DivX 
VCD (SVCD only)
Selects a subtitle language (A page 15).
JPEG
Selects the information displayed.
Date
No information
:, DVD/CD
Start play from a selected group
DVD-A
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX
Press [SHIFT] + [GROUP], then press [8, 9] to select, then press [ENTER] to start play.
•A folder on WMA/MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX video discs is treated as a “Group”.
Group/Content skip during play
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX
Group skip: Press [8, 9].
Content skip: Press [;, :].
Disc menus
a: Press to show a disc top menu
(DVD-V
DVD-A ) or programs (RAM DVD-RW VR ).
b: Press to show a disc menu
(DVD-V ) or a playlist (RAM DVD-RW VR ).
VCD with Playback control (PBC)
Press [RETURN] to show disc menu.
b a
On-screen item select
Press [8, 9, ;, :] to select, then press
[ENTER] to make the settings.
• Press [RETURN] to return to previous screen.
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Displaying current playback condition
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Reviewing titles to play (ADVANCED
DISC REVIEW)
RAM
DVD-RW VR (Except still picture part) DVD-V (Except +R/+RW) Allows you to browse the disc contents and start playing from the selected position. You can select either “Intro Mode” or “Interval Mode” in “Advanced Disc Review” in the “Disc” tab (A page 20).
1Press [A.DISC REVIEW].
The QUICK OSD screen is displayed. e.g. RAM
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2Press [:, DVD/CD] when you find a title/program to play.
•This may not work depending on the disc and the play condition.
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DVD-RW VR This does not work when playing a playlist (A page 17).
CD sequential play (CD MODE)
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This feature is very convenient if you want to play several music CDs sequentially. Make sure that the applicable disc is in the play position before playing.
DVD, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX are skipped without being played.
While stopped
1Press [CD MODE].
2Press [:, DVD/CD].
Note
•If the disc in the play position is not applicable (e.g. DVD), CD Mode does not work.
•HighMAT menus and Video CD playback control are disabled.
•You cannot change the mode during play, or while in program or random mode.
•If you want to play a DVD, press [CD MODE] again to cancel CD Mode. (CD Mode is also canceled when you open the current disc tray, switch the unit to standby or select another source.)
Quick replay
(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed.)
(Except MPEG4 
DivX , +R/+RW)
Press [SHIFT] + [QUICK REPLAY] to skip back a few seconds.
Skipping 30 seconds forward
(Only when the elapsed play time can be displayed.)
RAM
DVD-RW VR 
DVD-V (Except +R/+RW)
Play restarts from approximately 30 seconds later. Convenient when you want to skip commercials etc.
During play
Press [MANUAL SKIP].
RAM
DVD-RW VR It is not possible to skip through the current program if the start of the next program is within about 30 seconds of the point you are skipping from.
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RAM
DVD-RW VR 
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DVD-V
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MPEG4 
DivX
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• This may not work depending on the discs recording.
Fine adjustments (Manual Zoom)
After selecting the preset aspect ratio or “Auto”, press [;, :].
–from “x1.00” to “x1.60” (in 0.01 units)
–from “x1.60” to “x2.00” (in 0.02 units)
–from “x2.00” to “x4.00” (in 0.05 units) ( MPEG4 
DivX only)
•It may not be possible to zoom up to “x4.00” depending upon the connected television and its settings.
•Press and hold [;, :] to alter faster.
Changing the play speed
RAM
DVD-RW VR 
DVD-A (Motion picture part) DVD-V
During play
Press [SHIFT] + [PLAY SPEED] several times to select “Normal”, “Fast” or “Slow”.
Functions
Play Speed 
1.0
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Fast
Slow
Changing play speed between the range of “x0.6” to “x1.4” (in 0.1 units)
Press [;, :] while the above message is displayed.
•Press [:, DVD/CD] to return to normal play.
•This function may not work depending on the disc’s recording.
Angle selection and Still picture rotation/
advance
Press [SHIFT] + [ANGLE/PAGE] several times to select the angle or rotate/advance the still picture.
DVD-V (with multiple angles) – Angle selection
DVD-A – Still picture advance
(Press [RETURN] to go back to page 1.)
JPEG – Still picture rotation
Changing soundtracks
RAM
DVD-RW VR 
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Changing subtitles
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Repeat play
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JPEG : Works with all JPEG content.)
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•When CD Mode is on, during program and random play: Track → All CD’s → Off
WMA
MP3
MPEG4 
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MP3 When CD Mode is on: Content → Group → All CD’s → Off
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MP3 When CD Mode is on, during program and random play: Content → All CD’s → Off
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Discs — Convenient functions
Discs — Using navigation menus
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Discs — Using 
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menus
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TOP MENU, |
MENU, |
DIRECT |
PLAYLIST, |
NAVIGATOR |
ANGLE/PAGE |
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ENTER
FUNCTIONS 
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SHIFT
Playing data discs
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX
You can play JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX video contents on DVD-RAM or play HighMAT discs without using the HighMAT function (A page
20, “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu).
Playing items in order (Playback Menu)
1Press [TOP MENU].
2Press [8, 9] to select “All” (WMA/MP3/JPEG/MPEG4/
DivX video), “Audio” (WMA/MP3), “Picture” (JPEG) or “Video” (MPEG4/DivX video), then press [ENTER].
•To exit the screen
Press [TOP MENU].
Playing from the selected item (Navigation Menu)
1Press [MENU].
2Press [8, 9, ;, :] to select the group or audio/picture/ video content and press [ENTER].
•After listing all the contents in one group, the list for the next group appears.
3To play content in the group in order
Press [ENTER].
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•Press [SHIFT]+[ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page in the group or content field.
•To enjoy listening to WMA/MP3 contents while showing a JPEG image on the screen.
Select a JPEG file first, and then select audio contents.
(The opposite order is not effective.)
•To exit the screen
Press [MENU].
7 Using the submenu
1While the menu is displayed
Press [FUNCTIONS].
Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.
Multi
List
Tree
Thumbnail
Next group Previous group
All
Audio
Picture
Video
Help display Find
Groups and contents are displayed.
Contents only
Groups only
Thumbnail images JPEG
To go to next group
To go to previous group
WMA/MP3, JPEG, MPEG4 and DivX video
WMA/MP3 only
JPEG only
MPEG4 and DivX video only
To switch between guide messages and the elapsed play time indicator To search by content or group title (
see below)
2 Press [8, 9] to select an item and press [ENTER].
7 Searching by content or group title
Highlight a group title to search the group, or a content title to search its content.
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2Press [8, 9] to select a character and press [ENTER].
•Repeat to enter other characters.
•Lower case is also searched.
•Press [(, )] to skip between A, E, I, O, and U.
•Press [;] to erase a character.
•Leave the asterisk (
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•Erase the asterisk (
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3Press [:] to select “Find” and press [ENTER].
The search results screen appears.
4Press [8, 9] to select the content or group and press [ENTER].
Playing from the selected track in the CD
CD
Titles appear with CD Text disc playback.
1 Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].
e.g. CD text
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RETURN to exit |
2Press [8, 9] to select the track and press [ENTER].
•Press [SHIFT]+[ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page.
•Press [FUNCTIONS] to show the playback position and current position.
•To exit the screen
Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU].
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Sound field and sound quality
Playing HighMATTM discs
WMA
MP3
JPEG
1While stopped
Press [TOP MENU].
2Press [8, 9, ;, :] to select the item, then press
[ENTER].
• Repeat this step if necessary.
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PAG E 1/3 |
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Menu1 |
Play list1 |
Menu2 |
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Play list2 |
Menu3 |
Play list3 |
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•To change the menu background
Press [FUNCTIONS].
The background changes to the one recorded on the disc.
•To exit the screen
Press [L].
Selecting from the list
1During play
Press [MENU].
2Press [;] then [8, 9] to switch among “Playlist”, “Group” and “Content” lists.
3Press [:] then [8, 9] to select an item and press [ENTER].
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Playlist |
All by Artist |
The Beatles |
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Love Me Do |
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From Me to You |
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She Loves You |
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I Want to Hold Your Hand |
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Can’t Buy Me Love |
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ENTER to play |
RETURN |
to exit |
•Press [SHIFT]+[ANGLE/PAGE] to skip page by page.
•To exit the screen
Press [MENU].
Playing RAM/DVD-RW (DVD-VR) discs
RAM
DVD-RW VR
•Titles appear only if the titles are recorded on the disc.
•You cannot edit programs, playlists and disc titles.
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Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. |
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11/ 1(WED) |
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Monday feature |
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1/ 1 (MON) |
1:05 |
Auto action |
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3/ 3 (WED) |
3:37 |
Music |
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2/ 2 (TUE) |
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4/10(THU) |
11:05 |
Baseball |
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•To exit the screen
Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR].
Playing a playlist
(Only when the disc contains a playlist)
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T i t l e |
Contents |
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City Penguin |
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Ashley at Prom |
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2/ 2 |
1:10:04 |
Formula one |
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Soccer |
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0:00:01 |
Baseball |
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•To exit the screen
Press [PLAYLIST].
L Playing scenes one by one
1While the playlist menu is displayed
Press [:].
2Press [8, 9] to select “Scene List” and press [ENTER].
• “Contents” shows playlist information.
3Press [8, 9, ;, :] to select a scene and press [ENTER].
Tips for making data discs
•When there are more than 8 groups, the eighth group onwards will be displayed on one vertical line in the menu screen.
•There may be differences in the display order on the menu screen and computer screen.
•This unit cannot play files recorded using packet write.
DVD-RAM
•Discs must conform to UDF 2.0.
CD-R/RW
•Discs must conform to ISO9660 level 1 or 2 (except for extended formats).
•This unit supports multi-session but if there are a lot of sessions it
takes more time for play to start. Keep the number of sessions to a minimum to avoid this.
DVD-R/RW
•Discs must conform to UDF bridge (UDF 1.02/ISO9660).
•This unit does not support multi-session. The default session only is played.
Naming folders and files (Files are treated |
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MP3 (Extension: “.MP3” or “.mp3”)
•Compatible compression rate: between 32 kbps and 320 kbps
•This unit does not support ID3 tags.
•Compatible sampling rates: 8, 11.02, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz.
JPEG (Extension: “.JPG”, “.jpg”, “.JPEG” or “.jpeg”)
•To view JPEG files on this unit:
–Take them on a digital camera that meets the DCF Standard (Design rule for Camera File system) Version 1.0. Some digital cameras have functions that are not supported by the DCF Standard
Version 1.0 like automatic picture rotation which may render a picture unviewable.
–Do not alter the files in any way or save them under a different name.
•This unit cannot display moving pictures, MOTION JPEG and other such formats, still pictures other than JPEG (e.g. TIFF) or play pictures with attached audio.
MPEG4 (Extension: “.ASF” or “.asf”)
•You can play MPEG4 data [conforming to SD VIDEO specifications
(ASF standard)/MPEG4 (Simple Profile) video system/G.726 audio system] recorded with Panasonic SD multi cameras or DVD video recorders with this unit.
•The recording date may differ from that of the actual date.
DivX (Extension: “.DIVX”, “.divx”, “.AVI” or “.avi”)
•You can play DivX data created using ver.3.11, 4.x, 5.x [DivX video system/MP3, Dolby Digital or MPEG audio system].
•GMC (Global Motion Compensation) is not supported.
•DivX files greater than 2GB or have no index may not be played properly on this unit.
•This unit supports all resolutions up to maximum of 720 x 480 (NTSC)/
720 x 576 (PAL).
•You can select up to 8 types of audio and subtitles on this unit.
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Discs — Using navigation menus
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Discs — Program/Random play
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Numbered 
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PLAY MODE CANCEL 
, DVD/CD
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ENTER
FUNCTIONS 
SHIFT
Discs — Program/Random play
Starting program/random play While stopped
Press [PLAY MODE] to select the desired mode.
Program and random playback screens appear sequentially. Every time you press the button:
Program 
Random 
off (Normal play)
To exit program or random play mode
Press [PLAY MODE] several times while stopped.
Program play (up to 32 items)
When CD mode is off
DVD-A
DVD-V
VCD
CD 
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX
You can program all the items on a disc in the play position.
1 DVD-A
DVD-V Press the numbered buttons to select a group (WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX then press [ENTER]) or title.
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2Press the numbered buttons to select a chapter or track/content (WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX then press [ENTER]).
• Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program other items.
3Press [:, DVD/CD].
Discs — Program/Random play
When CD mode is on (A page 14)
VCD
CD 
WMA
MP3
You can program all the items on all the discs.
1Press the numbered buttons ([1]–[5]) to select a disc.
2Press the numbered buttons to select the items (WMA
MP3 then press [ENTER]).
•To select a 2-digit number e.g. 25: [h10] A [2] A[5]
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MP3 [2] A [5] A [ENTER]
•Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program other items.
3Press [:, DVD/CD].
To select an item using the cursor buttons
Press [ENTER] and [8, 9] to select an item, then press [ENTER] again to register.
To change a selected program
1.Press [8, 9] to select an item.
2.Repeat above steps 1 and 2.
To clear a selected program
1.Press [8, 9] to select an item.
2.Press [SHIFT]+[CANCEL] (or press [8, 9, ;, :] to select “Clear” and press [ENTER]).
To clear the whole program
Select “Clear all” with [8, 9, ;, :] and press [ENTER].
Note
The program is retained in memory unless one of the following occurs:
–The current disc tray is opened.
–Another source is selected.
–The unit is switched to standby.
–CD mode is turned on or off.
–You manually select another disc (while CD mode is off).
Random play
When CD mode is off
VCD
CD
You can play all the items on the disc in the play position in random order.
DVD-A
DVD-V
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
DivX
You can play the selected item(s) on the disc in the play position in random order.
1 DVD-A
DVD-V
WMA
MP3
JPEG
MPEG4 
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Press the numbered buttons to select a group or title.
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•To deselect a group, press the numbered button corresponding to the group you want to clear.
2 Press [:, DVD/CD].
ALL-DISC random play
When CD mode is on (A page 14)
VCD
CD 
WMA
MP3
You can play all the items on all the discs in random order.
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•Disable HighMAT disc play to use program and random play. Select “Play as Data Disc” in Other Menu (A page 20).
•DVD-A Some discs contain bonus groups. If a password screen appears after selecting a group, enter the password with the numbered buttons to play the bonus group. Refer also to the disc’s jacket.
Discs — Using on-screen menus
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Items shown differ depending on the type of disc.
Main Menu
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ENGLISH
Discs — Using on-screen menus
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Discs — Using on-screen menus / Discs — Changing the player settings
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Numbered |
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SETUP
SHIFT
Discs — Using on-screen menus
Other Settings
L Display Menu
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Play as DVD-VR, • Select “Play as Data Disc” to play JPEG,
Play as HighMAT MPEG4 or DivX video contents on or DVD-RAM or to play HighMAT
Play as Data Disc disc without using the HighMAT function.
Discs — Changing the player settings
1Press [SHIFT] + [SETUP] to show the setup menu.
•If you have not set QUICK SETUP (A page 9), the QUICK SETUP screen appears.
2Press [8, 9] to select the tab, then press [:] to begin selecting the items.
3Press [8, 9] to select the item, then press [ENTER] to begin selecting the settings.
4Press [8, 9, ;, :] to select, then press [ENTER] to make the settings.
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•Underlined items in the following diagram are the factory preset.
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When you select your ratings level, a password screen is shown.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Do not forget your password.
A message screen will be shown if a DVD-Video exceeding the ratings level is inserted in the unit.
Enter your password and then follow the on-screen instructions.
\1 Language options
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and
Dutch
\2 The original language designated on the disc is selected. \3 Input a code number referring to the table on page 34.
\4 If the language selected for “Audio” is not available, subtitle appears in that language (if available on the disc).
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Changing the delay time (Speaker Settings)
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio)
(Center and surround speakers only)
For optimum listening with 5.1-channel sound, all the speakers, except for the subwoofer, should be the same distance from the seating position.
If you have to place the center or surround speakers closer to the seating position, adjust the delay time to make up for the difference.
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2 Press [8, 9] to adjust the delay time and press [ENTER].
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To finish the speaker setting
Press [;] to select “Exit” and press [ENTER].
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Discs — Changing the player settings
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The radio
Manual tuning
1Press [TUNER/AUX] (main unit: [TUNER/BAND]) to select “FM” or “AM”.
The unit comes on.
2Press [(] or [)] (main unit: [REW/4/g] or [f/3/FF]) to select the frequency.
Press and hold [(] or [)] (main unit: [REW/4/g] or
[f/3/FF]) until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic tuning. Tuning stops when a station is found.
“TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.
“ST” is displayed when a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
L If noise is excessive in FM
Press [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.
Monaural sound is selected and noise reduces when reception is weak.
Press [PLAY MODE] again to cancel the mode.
“MONO” is also canceled if the frequency is changed.
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The radio
L AM allocation setting (main unit only)
The step is factory-set to 9 kHz, but you can change it to receive broadcasts allocated to 10 kHz steps.
1.Select “FM”.
2.Press and hold [TUNER/BAND].
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The minimum frequency changes and the step is changed.
To return to the original step, repeat the above steps.
Note
After changing the “allocation” setting, the frequencies you previously preset in the memory will be cleared. Preset them again.
Preset tuning
Remote control only
There are two methods of pre-setting stations.
Automatic presetting :All the stations the tuner can receive are preset.
Manual presetting :You can select the stations to preset and the order they are preset in.
Up to 15 stations each can be set in the FM and AM bands.
Preparation:
Press [TUNER/AUX] to select “FM” or “AM”.
Automatic presetting
Do the following once each for FM and AM.
Preparation: Tune to the frequency where pre-setting is to begin.
Press [SHIFT] + [TUNER PGM] until the frequency changes.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. The last station to be set is then played.
Manual presetting
Pre-set the stations one at a time.
1Tune to the station (A see left).
2Press [SHIFT] + [TUNER PGM].
3While “PGM” is flashing on the display
Press the numbered buttons to select a channel.
Alternatively, press [g, REW/4] or [f, 3/FF] then press [SHIFT]+[TUNER PGM].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset in that channel.
Selecting channels
Remote control only
1Press [TUNER/AUX] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2Press the numbered buttons or [g, REW/4] or [f, 3/FF] to select the channel.
•To select a 2-digit number e.g. 12: [h10] A [1] A[2].
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Playback
You can use either deck 1 or deck 2 for tape playback.
Use normal position tapes.
High position and metal position tapes can be played, but the unit will not be able to do full justice to the characteristics of these tapes.
1Press [; :, TAPE].
The unit comes on.
If a cassette was loaded, play starts automatically (One touch play).
2Press [c DECK 1] or [DECK 2 c] on the main unit and
insert the cassette.
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Every time you press the button: F: ↔ ;R F:: Forward side is played.
;R: Reverse side is played.
To stop tape playback
Press [L] (main unit: [L STOP]).
To select the reverse mode
While TAPE is selected as the source
Press and hold [PLAY MODE].
Every time you press and hold the button:
: One side is played.
: Both sides are played. (forward → reverse) Play stops at the end of the reverse side.
: Both sides are played repeatedly until [L] (main unit: [L STOP]) is pressed.
To listen to 2 tapes consecutively, load a tape into each deck and select “ ”. Both tapes will be played repeatedly until [L] (main unit: [L STOP]) is pressed.
To fast-forward or rewind
Press [REW/4/g] (rewind) or [f/3/FF] (fast-forward).
To select between loaded decks
Press [PLAY MODE] (main unit: [DECK 1/2]).
Note
•Tape playback is momentarily interrupted if you open the other deck.
•Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught in the mechanism.
•Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be taken up before the tape is played.
•Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck’s moving parts if used incorrectly. Use tapes appropriate to this unit’s auto-reverse mechanism.
Recording
Selection of tapes for recording
Use normal position tapes.
High position and metal position tapes can be used, but this unit will not be able to record or erase them correctly.
Preparation:
• Wind up the leader tape so recording can begin immediately.
• Press [; :, TAPE] and then [L] (main unit: [L STOP]).
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1 Press [DECK 2 c] on the main unit and insert the cassette to be recorded.
Insert with the side to be recorded facing towards you and the exposed tape facing down.
The tape direction is automatically set to “F:”.
2 Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to select the reverse mode.
Every time you press and hold the button:
: One side only records.
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“ ” is automatically changed to “
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4 Press [[ REC] on the main unit to start recording.
To stop recording
Press [L] (main unit: [L STOP]).
If the tape finishes before the disc
The disc continues playing. Press [L] (main unit: [L STOP]) to stop it.
Note
•Multi-channel sources (3 to 5.1 channels) are automatically downmixed to 2 channels during recording.
•Changes to volume and sound or field quality do not affect recording.
•You cannot open deck 1 while recording.
•You cannot fast-forward or rewind one deck while recording with the other.
Erasure prevention
Use a screwdriver or similar
object to break out the tab.
Side A
Tab for side B Tab for side A
To re-record on a protected cassette
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
To erase a tape
1.Press [; :, TAPE] and then [L] (main unit: [L STOP]).
2. Insert the recorded tape into deck 2.
Ensure there is no tape in deck 1.
3.Press and hold [PLAY MODE] to select the reverse mode.
4.Press [[ REC] on the main unit.
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Enjoying karaoke
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Before enjoying the karaoke function
•Lower the microphone volume with [MIC LEVEL DOWN] on the main unit, then connect the microphone(s) to the microphone jack(s).
Every time you press the [MIC LEVEL DOWN, UP] buttons:
MIC 7 ↔ 6 ↔ 5 ↔ 4 ↔ 3 ↔ 2 ↔ 1 ↔ OFF
Use a dynamic microphone.
Plug type: 6.3 mm monaural.
Audio is automatically switched to stereo (2ch)
You cannot perform karaoke with surround effects, Dolby Pro
Logic II or Center Focus, or during speaker level adjustments.
•If a strange noise (howling) is emitted during use, move the microphone away from the speakers, or lower the microphone volume.
•When you are not using the microphone, disconnect it from the microphone jack, and lower the microphone volume level to “MIC OFF”.
Vocal mute function
Use this function when enjoying sources not formatted for karaoke. The voice portion of the track is blocked out but not the background music.
Preparation:
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Press [SHIFT]+[AUDIO] to select “L R”.
Press [SHIFT] + [V.MUTE] to switch the function on or off.
You need software recorded in stereo sound if you want to use the vocal mute function. Voice and/or static may be reproduced with the following types of software.
•Software recorded monaural
•Classical music or works performed by a limited number of instruments
•Chorus works or duets
Note
There might be some strange sound heard during playback.
Audio mode function
Use this function to set the audio source after switching off the vocal mute function.
Press [SHIFT] + [AUDIO].
Every time you press the button:
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AUDIO LR (L R) : Left channel sound is heard from the left speaker and right channel sound is heard from the right speaker (Vocal and accompaniment).
AUDIO L (L) : Only left channel sound (No vocal).
AUDIO R (R) : Only right channel sound (Vocal).
Select no vocal for karaoke.
Vocal and no vocal may be reversed.
Actual operations depend on the disc. Read the disc’s instructions for details.
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Enjoying karaoke function
1Select the source and start play.
2Start singing and adjust volume with [–, + VOLUME] (main unit: [VOL DOWN, VOL UP]) and [MIC LEVEL DOWN, UP] on the main unit.
To turn the vocals on and off
DVD-V
1Press [SHIFT] + [AUDIO] during play.
2Press [8] or [9] then [ENTER], or [;, :] to select the mode.
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Changing the key
To raise the key by a halftone:
Press [SHIFT] + [i].
Every time the button is pressed, the key will change as follows: KEYCON –6 → –5 → –4 → –3 → –2 → –1 → 0 → +1 → +2 → +3 → +4 → +5 → +6
To lower the key by a halftone:
Press [SHIFT] + [I].
Every time the button is pressed, the key will change as follows:
KEYCON +6 → +5 → +4 → +3 → +2 → +1 → 0 → –1 → –2 → –3 →
–4 → –5 → –6
To cancel
Press [SHIFT]+[I] or [SHIFT]+[i] to display “0”.
Adjusting the echo effect
Press [SHIFT] + [ECHO].
Every time you press the button:
ECHO 1 → ECHO 2 → ECHO 3 → ECHO 4 → ECHO OFF (off)
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The effect increases with the level.
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2Adjust volume with [–, + VOLUME] (main unit: [VOL DOWN, VOL UP]) and [MIC LEVEL DOWN, UP] on the main unit.
Press [[ REC] on the main unit and start karaoke performance.
To stop recording
Press [L] (main unit: [L STOP]).
Note
To playback the recorded tape, be sure to press [SHIFT]+[AUDIO] to select the “AUDIO LR” mode.
To record your voice
Preparation: Do the preparatory steps 1–2 on page 23.
Ensure that there is no tape in deck 1.
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Sound field and sound quality
Sound field and sound quality
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•Down-mixing, Center Focus, Super Surround, Super Woofer (A page
27)and Subwoofer level (A page 27) cannot be performed if headphones are connected (“ERROR” appears on the display).
•You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound field systems are used with some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound field system off.
•The following functions may not work depending on the discs recording.
Down-mixing
You can output the down-mixed 2 channel signals when necessary.
Press [SHIFT] + [MIX 2CH].
Each time you press the button:
MIX 2CH ON ↔ MIX 2CH OFF
•When “D.MIX” flashes on the display, the disc contains multiplechannel signals that cannot be down-mixed. DVD-A
Dolby Pro Logic II
Except DivX
Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 5-channel surround (Left and Right Front, Center, Left and Right Surround) from any stereo program material, whether or not it has been specifically Dolby Surround encoded.
Press [SHIFT] + [pPLII].
Every time you press the button:
MOVIE: Movie software, recorded in Dolby
Surround.
MUSIC: Stereo sources
OFF: Cancel
•This works only in DVD/CD mode.
•“pPLII” lights when there is effect.
Center Focus
(Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel)
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming from within the television. 
Press [SHIFT] + [C.FOCUS].
Every time you press the button:
C FOCUS ON ← → C FOCUS OFF
•This does not work when Super Surround is turned on.
•This will also work when Dolby Pro Logic II is turned on.
Super Surround
Press [SUPER SRND] (main unit: [SUPER SURROUND]).
Every time you press the button:
MUSIC: Adds surround effects to stereo sources.
MOVIE: Use this mode when playing movie software.
PARTY: Sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are facing.
(off): Cancel
•You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best surround effect (A page 27, Speaker level adjustments).
•Super Surround does not work when playing a DVD recorded with 5.1 channel.
•When Super Surround is on, Dolby Pro Logic II turns off.
Sound field control
Press [SOUND EQ] to select a setting.
Every time you press the button: HEAVY: Adds punch to rock. CLEAR: Clarifies higher sounds. SOFT: For background music.
DISCO: Reverberates sound to make you feel like you are in a disco.
LIVE: Makes vocals more alive.
HALL: Expands sound to make you feel like you are in a hall. EQ-OFF: Canceled (no effect is added) (factory preset).
To check the current setting
Press [SOUND EQ].
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Using the Manual Equalizer (MANUAL EQ)
Create your own sound quality effects.
1Press and hold [–MANUAL EQ] until “MANUAL EQ” appears.
2(Within 12 seconds)
Change the sound quality with the cursor buttons.
1 Select the sound range to be adjusted with [;] or [:].
BASS ←→ MID ←→ TREBLE
2Adjust the level with [8] or [9]. (–3 to +3)
Repeat step 2 to set the desired sound quality.
The original display is restored on the display panel in about 3 seconds.
To cancel
Press [SOUND EQ] to select “EQ-OFF”.
The changes you make are stored and automatically recalled the next time you select “MANUAL EQ”.
Using the Super Sound Equalizer
Turning on the super sound equalizer gives you a more powerful sound.
Press [S.SOUND EQ] (main unit: [SUPER SOUND EQ]).
The “S.SOUND EQ” indicator lights up.
Every time you press the button:
S.SOUND EQ 1 S.SOUND EQ 2
S.SOUND EQ OFF 
To cancel
Press [S.SOUND EQ] (main unit: [SUPER SOUND EQ]) to turn off the indicator.
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Every time you press the button:
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Every time you press the button:
SUB W1 SUB W2 SUB W3 (factory preset) SUB W4
Multi Re-master — Enjoying more natural sound
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Discs recorded with multi channels LPCM at 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz
This feature gives you a more natural sound by adding the higher frequency signals not recorded on the disc.
WMA
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This feature reproduces the frequencies lost during recording to give you a sound closer to the original.
During play
Every time you press [SHIFT] + [M.RE-MASTER] (main unit: [MULTI RE-MASTER]):
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RS: Right surround LS: Left surround
• There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.
2Press [–, + VOLUME] (main unit: [VOL DOWN, VOL UP]) to set the volume level normally used for listening.
3Press [8] (increase) or [9] (decrease) to adjust the speaker level for each speaker.
C, RS, LS: –6 dB to +6 dB
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
•To adjust the balance of the front speakers
While outputting the test signal, press [;, :].
•Adjust the speaker level to the same level as the front speakers.
To stop the test signal
Press [SHIFT]+[TEST] again.
L To adjust speaker level during play
(Effective when playing multi-channel audio or Dolby Pro Logic II or Super Surround is on.)
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The play/record timer
You can set the timer to come on at a certain time to wake you up (play timer) or to record a radio station or from the aux source (record timer).
The play and record timers cannot be used together.
Preparation:
•Turn the unit on and set the clock (A page 9).
•For the play timer, prepare the desired music source (tape/disc/ radio/aux), and set the volume.
•For the record timer, check the cassette’s erasure prevention tabs (A page 23) and insert the tape in deck 2 (A page 23). Tune to the radio station (A page 22) or select the aux source
(A page 30).
1 Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select the timer function.
Every time you press the button:
CLOCK 
PLAY 
REC
Previous display 
rPLAY: to set the play timer rREC: to set the record timer
(Proceed to the next step within 7 seconds)
2ON time setting
1 Press [g, REW/4] or [f, 3/FF] to set the start time.
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The play/record timer
3Press [rPLAY/REC] to display the timer indicator.
Every time you press the button:
PLAY REC 
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rPLAY: to turn the play timer on rREC: to turn the record timer on
(The indicator doesn’t appear if the start and finish times or the clock hasn’t been set.)
4Press [f] to turn the unit off.
The unit must be off for the timers to operate.
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To cancel the timer
Press [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display. (The timer comes on at the set time everyday if the timer is on.)
To change the settings (when the unit is on)
To change the play/record times
Do steps 1, 2 and 4.
To change the source or volume
1.Press [rPLAY/REC] to clear the timer indicator from the display.
2.Make changes to the source or volume.
3.Do steps 3 to 4.
To check the settings
Press [CLOCK/TIMER] while the unit is on to select “rPLAY” or “rREC”.
The settings are shown in the following order:
Play timer: start time→finish time→source→volume Record timer: start time→finish time→source
To check the settings while the unit is off, press [CLOCK/TIMER] twice.
If you use the unit after the timers are set
After using, check that the correct tape/disc(s) are loaded before turning the unit off.
Note
•If you turn the unit off and on again while a timer is functioning, the finish time setting will not be activated.
•If you selected AUX as the source, when the timer comes on, the unit turns on and engages “AUX” as the source. If you want to playback or record from a connected unit, set that unit’s timer to the same time. (See the connected unit’s instruction manual.)
The sleep timer
This timer turns the unit off after a set time.
While enjoying the desired source:
Press [SHIFT] + [SLEEP] to select the time (minutes).
Every time you press the button:
SLEEP 30 
SLEEP 60
SLEEP 90 
SLEEP 120 
SLEEPOFF 
To cancel the sleep timer
Press [SHIFT]+[SLEEP] to select “SLEEPOFF”.
To confirm the remaining time
Press [SHIFT]+[SLEEP] once.
The remaining time is shown for about 5 seconds.
To change the setting
Press [SHIFT]+[SLEEP] to select the new setting.
You can use the sleep timer in combination with the play/record timer.
Make sure the unit is off before the play/record timer’s start time.
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The sleep timer will be turned off when you start recording.
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Muting the volume
Press [MUTING].
Volume is reduced to minimum.
To cancel
Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum (--dB), then raise it to the required level.
Muting is also canceled when you switched the unit to standby.
Auto-off function
When disc or tape is selected as the source
To save power, the unit turns off if it is left unused for ten minutes.
This function does not work if the source is tuner or AUX.
Press [SHIFT] + [AUTO OFF].
“AUTO OFF” is shown on the main unit’s display.
The setting is maintained even if the unit is turned off.
If you select tuner or AUX as the source, “AUTO OFF” goes out. It comes on again when you select disc or tape.
To cancel
Press [SHIFT]+[AUTO OFF] again.
Dimming the display
Press [SHIFT] + [DIMMER].
To return to the original brightness, press [SHIFT]+[DIMMER] again.
•The display is dimmed, but brightens when you perform some operations.
Changing the sound range display
The unit’s display shows the level of each sound range with the four types of display described below.
Press [DISPLAY –DEMO] on the main unit.
Every time you press the button:
Normal display → Peak-hold display → Aurora display 
(off) ← Reflection display 
Normal display
This display indicates the strength of the sound in each tonal range.
Peak-hold display
The peak sound value of each sound range is held on the display for about one second after it occurs.
Aurora display
The peak sound value of each sound range is displayed in inverted form.
Reflection display
The display which indicates the strength of the sound in each tonal range is displayed in inverted form.
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Using other equipment
Using headphones
1Reduce the volume and connect the headphones (not included).
Headphone plug type: 3.5 mm stereo
2Adjust headphone volume with [VOL DOWN, VOL UP] on the main unit.
Audio is automatically switched to stereo (2-channel).
Note
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing damage.
Operating a television
Point the remote control at the television for the following operations.
Turning the television on/off
Press [SHIFT] + [TVf].
Switching the television’s video input mode
Press [SHIFT] + [TV/AV].
Changing channels
Press [SHIFT] + [TV CH4] or [SHIFT] + [TV CH3].
Adjusting the volume
Press [SHIFT] + [–TV VOL] or [SHIFT] + [TV VOL+].
Note
Some models cannot be operated by this remote control.
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Note
When using headphones, the subwoofer should be switched off.
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Using other equipment
Using other equipment
Using an external unit
You can playback the sound from a video cassette recorder, tape deck, laser disc player, etc., through this unit’s speaker.
Before connection
•Disconnect the AC power supply cord.
•Turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
•The equipment connections described are examples.
•Peripheral equipment and optional cables are sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
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When connecting a record player
We recommend using a record player with a built-in phono equalizer.
If your player doesn’t have a built-in equalizer, connect it first to a separate equalizer and then connect that to this unit.
STOP AUX 
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1Press [TUNER/AUX] (main unit: [AUX]) to select “AUX”.
The unit comes on.
2For listening : Proceed to step 3.
For recording : Press [[ REC] on the main unit
(recording starts).
Press [L] (main unit: [L STOP]) to stop recording.
3 Start playback from external source.
•For details, refer to the instruction manual of the units which are to be connected.
•When units other than those described above are to be connected, please consult your audio dealer.
Optional antenna connections
Use outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
Note
Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use. Do not use the outdoor antenna during a lightning storm.
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•Leave the loop antenna connected.
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