Sanyo DWM-4500 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TM

DVD Home Theater System

DWM-4500

SANYO’S HELP-LINE

Call the toll-free number below if you have any difficulties operating this product.
1-800-813-3435 (Weekdays: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Central Time)

Please Read This Manual.

Because DVD is a new technology, we recommend that you read this manual carefully before connecting your DVD
Home Theater System and operating it for the first time.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

1AD6P1P2104--A DWM-4500, Issue Number 2

English

CONTENTS

Accessories ......................................................................... E2

Safety Certification ............................................................. E3

For Safe and Efficient Operation ....................................... E3

Warning for Transmitter ..................................................... E4

Controls ............................................................................... E5

Multi-Brand TV Remote Control......................................... E6

Basic Connections .............................................................. E8

System Cable Connection ............................................... E8

Speaker Connections .................................................... E10

Speaker Placement ........................................................ E11

Using the Rear Speaker in Wireless Mode ................... E12

Using the Rear Speaker in Wired Mode ........................ E12

If Using the External Speaker (Not Supplied) Instead of

the Rear Speaker... ....................................................... E12

Conventional TV Connection ......................................... E13

Using RF Modulator ................................................. E14

Progressive-scan TV Connection .................................. E15

Use of your VCR and Sanyo DVD Home Theater System

DWM-4500 .................................................................... E15

FM Antenna Connection ................................................ E16

Additional Connection Examples ................................... E16

Power Supply ................................................................ E16

Before Operation ............................................................... E17

Common Operation ....................................................... E17

Selecting Surround Mode .............................................. E18

Adjusting the Speaker Volume Balance ........................ E19

Adjusting the Sub-woofer Level ..................................... E19

Playable Discs ................................................................... E20

Disc Playback .................................................................... E21

Preparations .................................................................. E21

Basic Playback .............................................................. E22

Selecting Picture Mode ................................................. E22

Stopping Playback ......................................................... E23

Continuing Playback from Where You Stopped

Watching (LAST MEMO PLAY), for DVD only............... E23

Selecting a DVD Menu .................................................. E23

Selecting a Top Menu [DVD] ......................................... E23

Chapter (Track) Skip ..................................................... E23

Title Search [DVD] ......................................................... E24

Chapter Search [DVD] ................................................... E24

Time Search [DVD]........................................................ E24

Time Search [CD] .......................................................... E24

Track Search [CD] ......................................................... E24

Fast Playback ................................................................ E25

Slow Motion Playback [DVD] ......................................... E25

Still Picture (Pause) ....................................................... E25

Frame by Frame Advance Playback [DVD]..................... E25

Picture Zoom [DVD] ...................................................... E25

Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle

(Multi-Angle) [DVD] ....................................................... E26

Designated Range Repeat Playback (A-B Repeat) ...... E26

Repeat Playback ........................................................... E26

Random Playback [CD] ................................................. E27

Programmed Playback [CD] .......................................... E27

Selecting Subtitle Language [DVD] ............................... E28

Selecting Audio Soundtrack Language

(Multi-Language) [DVD] ................................................. E28

Selecting On-Screen Information .................................. E28

TVGuardian Operation ...................................................... E29

Before Setting ................................................................ E29

Setting TVGuardian ....................................................... E29

How It Works After Setting TVGuardian ........................ E30

MP3/WMA CD Operation ................................................... E31

Before Starting .............................................................. E31

MP3 CD Playback ......................................................... E31

Picture Disc Operation ..................................................... E32

Before Starting .............................................................. E32

Kodak Picture/JPEG CD Playback ................................ E32

Initial Settings.................................................................... E33

Setting Language .......................................................... E33

Setting Display .............................................................. E34

Setting Audio ................................................................. E36

Setting Parental ............................................................. E37

Language Code List ...................................................... E38

Listening to the Radio (FM Only) ..................................... E39

Preparation .................................................................... E39

Automatic/Manual Tuning .............................................. E39

To Preset Stations ......................................................... E39

Listening to Preset Stations ........................................... E39

Enjoying Other Sources ................................................... E40

Sleep Timer Operation ...................................................... E40

Maintenance ...................................................................... E40

Troubleshooting Guide..................................................... E40

Specifications .................................................................... E42

Warranty............................................................................. E43

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

To connect this DVD Home Theater System to a TV, TV must have a Video input jack (RCA-type) at least. You cannot
connect it to an antenna terminal of TV.

To operate the built-in TVGuardian

®

This unit has the built-in TVGuardian® Foul Language Filter (TVG®).
When a disc supporting closed caption is played, it will mute the audio during the entire phrase containing offensive
language. For more details, see page E29.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric shock is present
within this unit.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

ACCESSORIES

This symbol indicates that there are impor­tant operating and maintenance instructions
in the literature accompanying this unit.

WARNING: UNAUTHORIZED RECORDING OF COPY-

RIGHTED MATERIAL MAY VIOLATE APPLICABLE
COPYRIGHT LAWS. THE MANUFACTURER ASSUMES
NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR UNAUTHORIZED DUPLICA­TION, USE OR OTHER ACTS WHICH INFRINGE UPON
THE RIGHTS OF COPYRIGHT OWNERS.

Front left speaker cable
Length: Approx. 16.4 feet (5 meters)

(Black and White)

RB-DWM4500MT wireless remote control

FM indoor antenna lead wire

Video cable

System cable

Front right speaker cable
Length: Approx. 16.4 feet (5 meters)

(Black and Red)

Front center speaker cable
Length: Approx. 16.4 feet (5 meters)

(Black and Green)

The speaker cables are packed in the speaker package.

Assistance speaker cable for rear
speaker
Length: Approx. 23 feet (7 meters)

Ferrite core x 2

Either the main unit or remote control can be operated. However, for convenience, this instruction manual explains
operation using the remote control.

Note:
This handling description is printed prior to product development.
When a part of the product specification must be changed to improve operability or other functions, priority is given to the product
specification itself. In such instances, the instruction manual may not entirely match all the functions of the actual product.
Therefore, the actual product and packaging, as well as the name and illustration, may differ from the manual.

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SAFETY CERTIFICATION

This unit is made and tested to meet exacting safety
standards. It meets UL and FCC requirements and com­plies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Depart-

ment of Health and Human Services.

CAUTION - USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS
OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARD­OUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

THIS UNIT SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED
BY ANYONE EXCEPT PROPERLY QUALIFIED SER­VICE PERSONNEL.

FCC INFORMATION

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION

• Do not damage the power cord.

• When not in use, disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
Grasp the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting the unit.

• If water should enter the unit, electrical shock or a malfunction
may result. Use in an area where there is low humidity and
little dust.

• Do not disassemble or alter the unit in any way.

• Do not use the unit in areas where extremes in temperature
occur (below 40°F (5°C) or exceeding 95°F (35°C)), or where
it may be exposed to direct sunlight.

• Because of the DVD video player’s extremely low noise and
wide dynamic range, there is a tendency to set the volume on
the amplifier higher than necessary. Doing so may produce
an excessively high output from the amplifier which can
cause damage to your speakers. Please be careful in this
regard.

• Sudden changes in the surrounding temperature can cause
dew to form on the optical pickup lens inside the unit. Under
this condition the unit may be unable to operate properly. If
this should occur, remove the disc and allow the unit to adjust
to the surrounding temperature.

• When carrying the unit, be sure to remove a disc which
may be inside and turn the power off. Then unplug the
power cord from the AC outlet after 10 seconds. Carrying
the unit with a disc inside may damage the disc and/or
the unit.

• The unit is automatically set to the Screen Saver mode
after approximately 5 minutes have elapsed under the
stop or pause mode.

CAUTION:

The sub-woofer (powered speaker) and the rear speaker
(powered speaker) must be placed in a well ventilated area.
Do not place any object on the top of these units.
Do not block ventilation holes.
The cabinet of these units warms up when it is used for a long
time, but it is not a malfunction.

-E3-

WARNING FOR TRANSMITTER

Important Information!

1. Explicitly specify to all users the technical instructions and
the scope of use defined in the related documents and
provide the explanation about all the control methods,
adjusting procedures and usage of switches.

2. Do not change the emitter frequency nor boost the emitter
power (including the power of excess load wireless frequency
power amplifier). Do not put up an external antenna nor use
any other remodeled antenna.

3. In use of this unit, avoid any act which interferes with legal
wireless communication services. Should any interference
arise, immediately stop using this unit, remove the interference,
and avoid such an act in the future.

4. When micro-power wireless equipment is used, avoid
interference with wireless communication services or emissive
interference from industrial, scientific and medical treatment
equipment.

5. Do not use this unit in an aircraft or near an airport.

Warning for using the sub-woofer with a built­in transmitter

• Keep the sub-woofer (powered speaker) at least 8 feet
away from all heart pacemakers!

The radio waves may disrupt the operation of the
pacemaker.

In-plant radio stations, and special low-power radio stations for
movable body identification used for production lines and
amateur radio stations as well as industrial, scientific and
medical equipment (such as microwave ovens) use the same
frequency band used by this unit.

1. Before using this unit, make sure that no in-plant radio
stations or special low-power radio stations for movable
body identification or amateur radio stations are operated
nearby.

2. If this unit should adversely radio-interfere with an in-plant
radio station for movable body identification, immediately
change the frequency band used by this unit or stop emitting
electric waves and consult the your dealer or SANYO service
center about measures for avoiding interference (for
example, installation of a partition).

3. If any trouble occurs such as this unit causing adverse radio
interference with special low-power radio stations for
movable body identification or an amateur radio station,
contact your SANYO dealer or SANYO service center.

• Do not operate this unit in medical Institutions, hospitals
or near medical equipment!

The radio waves may cause nearby equipment to
operate incorrectly or fail.

Forbidden

• When other equipment or a medical apparatus operates
incorrectly or fails to operate due to radio wave
interference, stop using this unit!

The radio waves may cause nearby equipment to
operate incorrectly or fail.

Forbidden

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CONTROLS

Main unit (DVD Receiver)

12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

1. Remote sensor (IR)

2. Function button (FUNCTION)

3. Volume buttons (- VOL +)

4. Power button (z/ON)

5. Display

6. Disc door

7. Play button (a)

8. Stop button (n)

9. Skip/Next/Previous/Preset tuning buttons
(f/e, -PRESET +)

10. Open/Close button (q)

11. S-video and Component video out select switch
(VIDEO OUT SELECT, right side)
(See pages E13 and E15.)

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

1. Frequency switch (FREQUENCY, back side) (See page E12.)

Rear speaker (Powered speaker)

1. Power switch (z/ON) and power indicator

2. Speaker switch (SPEAKER, back side) (See page E12.)

3

1

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2

3. Frequency switch (FREQUENCY, top side) (See page E12.)

MULTI-BRAND TV REMOTE CONTROL

1. Power button (z/ON)

2. Number and other function buttons
These buttons are used as number buttons and as function
buttons of each name.

• When using as a number button, press the appropriate

button directly.

• When using as a function button of each name, press the

appropriate button while holding the SHIFT button down.
Number buttons (1 – 9, 0)
Angle button (ANGLE)
Zoom button (ZOOM)
Audio button (AUDIO)
Sleep button (SLEEP)

3. TV control buttons
Power button (TV POWER)
TV/VIDEO select button (TV/VIDEO)
Channel scanning buttons (-TV CH +)

4. Tuner controls
FM mode button (FM MODE)
Tuner function button (TUNER)
Tuning buttons (- TUNE +)
Preset tuning buttons (- PRESET +)

5. Function button (FUNCTION)

6. Amplifier controls
Surround button (SURROUND)
Muting button (MUTE)
Bass button (BASS)
Sound preset button (SOUND)
Volume buttons (- VOLUME +)

7. Shift button (SHIFT)

8. Open/Close button (q)

9. Return button (RETURN) (See page E23.)

10. Clear/Trim button (CLEAR, TRIM)
Note:
At Trimming mode, press the button while holding the SHIFT
button down. (See page E19.)

11. Test tone button (TEST) (See page E19.)

12. Menu button (MENU)

13. Directional arrow buttons (o, a, p, b)

14. On-screen display button (ON SCREEN)

15. Play button (a)

16. Stop button (n)

17. Skip/Next/Previous buttons (f, e)

18. Repeat button (REPEAT)

19. A-B repeat button (A-B REP)

20. Subtitle change button (S.T.CH)

21. Last memory button (L.MEMO)

22. Picture mode/Search mode button
(PICTURE MODE/SEARCH MODE)
Note:
At Search mode, press the button while holding the SHIFT
button down.

23. Forward slow button (F.SLOW I a)

24. Reverse slow button (R.SLOW b I)

25. Fast forward/Fast reverse buttons (d, c)

26. Pause/Step button (k)

27. Top menu button (TOP MENU)

28. Enter button (ENTER)

29. Setup button (SETUP)

30. Program/Random play button (PROGRAM/RANDOM)

-E6-

Inserting batteries

12

Two "AA" batteries

(not supplied)

Note:
Remove the batteries if the remote control is not to be used for a
month or more. Batteries left in the unit may leak and cause
damage.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

SPENT OR DISCHARGED BATTERIES MUST BE
RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY IN COMPLIANCE
WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS.
FOR DETAILED INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL
COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY.

Remote control range

Remote sensor

To set the remote control code for TV

This remote control can operate the basic functions of TVs made
by the manufacturers listed below.
To enter the remote control code for your brand of TV, follow the
steps below.

1. In the chart below, find the code corresponding to your brand
of TV.

2. While holding down [TV POWER], enter the 2-digit code
using the number buttons [0 - 9], then release [TV POWER].

• The remote control is now set to operate your TV.

TV brands Code

ADMIRAL 05, 10, 13

EMERSON 17

FISHER 03

GE 07

GOLD STAR 01

HITACHI 02

JVC 15

MAGNAVOX 08

MATSUSHITA 12, 18

MITSUBISHI 14

PANASONIC 12, 18

QUASAR 12, 18

RCA 06

SAMSUNG 16

SANYO 03

SHARP 00, 13

SONY 11

TECHNOL ACE 05

TOSHIBA 04

ZENITH 09, 10

Notes:

• Only remote-controlled TVs can be operated using this remote
control. (Refer to your TV instruction manual for more details.)

• There may be some TV models that cannot be operated with

Within approx. 20 feet

(6 meters)

30°30°

this remote control. If this is the case, use the original remote
control supplied with the TV.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
If the batteries in the remote control are changed, the code
settings for the TV must be re-entered.

Write your code number below for future reference.

TV:

Note:
This remote control cannot operate your VCR.

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Do not connect the power cord to a
120V AC 60Hz outlet until all connec­tions have been made.

System Cable Connection

Main unit (DVD Receiver)

BASIC CONNECTIONS

System cable

Sub-woofer
(Powered speaker)

System cable from Main unit
(DVD Receiver)

Attach the ferrite core.

Ferrite core

System cable to Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

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Example: To use Main unit horizontally

Example: To hang Main unit on a wall

Toward you

Approx. 3/16 inch (5mm)

Round head screw (not supplied)

Note:
Take care when installing it. It may cause damage or serious injury should it fall from its mountings.

To unplug the system cable, pull out the plug (2) while pressing (1) down.

Approx. 5.4 inch (144mm)

Main unitSub-woofer (Powered speaker)

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Note:

SYSTEM (TO DVD RECEIVER)

SPEAKERS(4Ω)

FRONT

CENTER

Do not connect the power cord to a 120V AC 60Hz outlet until all connections have been made.

Speaker Connections

To achieve proper stereo reproduction, connect the speaker
wires without shorting to adjacent wires as shown below.

Speaker Wire Color Use

Black and White Front left speaker
Black and Red Front right speaker
Black and Green Center speaker

Front right speakerFront left speaker Center speaker

Black

Green

BlackBlack

RedWhite

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

Ferrite core

Main unit (DVD Receiver)

System cable

After all speaker
connections have been
made, attach the ferrite
core.

Ferrite core

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Speaker Placement

30°30°

Front left speaker

Sub-woofer
(Powered speaker)

Place it near the front speaker.
However, do not place it in front of
the TV.

Front right speaker

Center speaker

Rear speaker (Powered speaker)

The front (left and right) and center speakers have built-in magnetic
stray field compensation. They may be placed close to a TV
without affecting the color purity.

Place the front left and right speakers either side of the TV.
Place the center speaker directly above the TV.
The front, center, and rear speakers should be placed at
approximately the same distance from the listening position.
Place the rear speaker behind the listening position, on the floor
or approximately 2 feet ~ 3 feet 3 inches (60 cm ~ 1 meter) higher
than ear level.
Keep enough distance between the subwoofer and the TV so as
not to garble the TV screen.

Example: To hang the speaker on a wall

Center speaker

Front left speaker Front right speaker

Sub-woofer

Rear speaker

Notes:

• The angles in the diagram are approximate.

• Please refer to “Setting Audio” on page E36.

• Set the TV’s built-in speaker volume to minimum.

Approx. 1/8 inch (3 mm)

Unscrew and remove the stand.

Round head screw
(not supplied)

Note:
Take care when installing the speakers. They may cause
damage or serious injury should they fall from their
mountings.
Keep both the screw and stand for future use.

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Using the Rear Speaker in Wireless Mode

1. Set the SPEAKER switch of the rear speaker to the INTERNAL

position.

Rear speaker
(Powered speaker)

2. Pull out gently the antenna vertically.

• Try not to hold, bend, or twist the antenna.

Using the Rear Speaker in Wired Mode

Because the rear speaker is the wireless type, it is not necessary
to connect the assistant speaker cable under normal connections.
If noise is caused to the rear speaker when used in wireless
mode, change the setting of the FREQUENCY switch on both
sub-woofer and rear speaker (Refer to the left column).
If noise is still caused, turn the power off first and connect the
rear speaker to the sub-woofer using the supplied assistant
speaker cable. In this case, the audio signal is sent to the rear
speaker through the assistant speaker cable.

Sub-woofer (powered speaker)

Rear speaker (Powered
speaker)

2

CAUTION:
Keep it out of reach of young children who might damage
it.

3. Set the FREQUENCY switch to “1”, “2”, “3” or “4”.
Match the number on both sub-woofer and rear speaker.

Sub-woofer
(Powered speaker)

1

Rear speaker
(Powered speaker)

Sub-woofer
(Powered speaker)

Rear speaker
(Powered speaker)

To REAR OUT
jack

Assistant speaker cable

Note:
Adjust the distances between the sub-woofer and the rear speaker
to be suitable shorter than approx. 23 feet cord length.

To REAR IN
jack

If Using the External Speaker (Not Supplied)
Instead of the Rear Speaker...

1. Connect the external speaker (4 Ω, more than 50 Watts for
each speaker, not supplied) to the EXTERNAL SPEAKERS
terminal.

External rear
left speaker
(not supplied)

2. Set the SPEAKER switch to the EXTERNAL position.

External rear
right speaker
(not supplied)

Changing the frequency setting

If noise (or skipping sound) is heard when using rear speaker in
wireless mode, change the setting of the FREQUENCY switch
on both sub-woofer and rear speaker.
Match the number on both sub-woofer and rear speaker.
It may improve the sounds.
The following four frequencies are available.

FREQUENCY switch
1 (914.1 MHz)
2 (914.5 MHz)
3 (914.9 MHz)
4 (915.3 MHz)

3. Place the external speaker as shown in figure.

Center speaker

Front left speaker

Sub-woofer

External rear
left speaker
(not supplied)

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Front right speaker

External rear
right speaker
(not supplied)

Conventional TV Connection

Using VIDEO OUT jack

Connect the Video cable with yellow connectors (supplied)
between the VIDEO OUT jack of the sub-woofer and the VIDEO
INPUT jack on the TV.

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

To VIDEO OUT jack (Yellow)

Video cable (supplied)

Notes:

• Please refer to your TV instruction manual.

• When you connect the subwoofer to your TV, be sure to turn
off the power and disconnect both units from the wall outlet
until all the connections have been made.

• Do not connect the VIDEO OUT, S-VIDEO OUT, and
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the sub-woofer to a VCR
directly. The playback picture will be distorted because DVD
video discs are copy protected.

Using S-VIDEO OUT jack
Note:
Please follow the steps before turning on the power.

1. If your TV has the S-VIDEO INPUT jack, connect the *S­video cable (not supplied) as shown in figure. (The VIDEO
OUT jack connection is not necessary.)
You can enjoy clearer picture playback.

Important Information:

To connect the unit to a TV, TV must have a Video input jack
(RCA-type) at least. You cannot connect it to an antenna
terminal of TV.

To VIDEO INPUT jack

TV

Using COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

Note:
Please follow the steps before turning on the power.

1. If your TV has the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks,
connect the *Component video cable (not supplied) as
shown in figure.
(The VIDEO OUT or S-VIDEO OUT jack connection is not
necessary.)
You can enjoy high quality picture playback.

TV with COMPONENT
VIDEO INPUT jacks

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

TV with S-VIDEO
INPUT jack

*S-video cable (not supplied)

2. Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch to the S-VIDEO position.

Main unit (Right side) Main unit (Right side)

Red

Green

2. Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch to the COMPONENT
position.

*Please consult your local audio/video dealer.

Blue

Green

*Component Video cable (not supplied)

Blue

Red

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Using RF Modulator

If your TV does not have a Video input jack and has an antenna
terminal only, please purchase the *RF Modulator (not supplied).
(*Please consult your audio/video dealer.)

Example: Sub-woofer, TV and RF Modulator connections

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

To VIDEO OUT jack (Yellow)

1. Connect the antenna cable (not supplied) to the ANT. IN
terminal of the RF Modulator.

2. Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) between
the TO TV terminal of the RF Modulator and the VHF/UHF
ANTENNA IN terminal of the TV.

3. Connect the Video cable with yellow connectors (supplied)
between the VIDEO OUT jack of the sub-woofer and the
VIDEO input jack of the RF Modulator.

Example: Sub-woofer, VCR, TV and RF Modulator connections

To VIDEO OUT jack (Yellow)

RF Modulator

4. Turn on the TV, and set the channel number (CHANNEL3 or
CHANNEL4) on both TV and RF Modulator, whichever is not
used for regular broadcasts in your area.

Note:
For more details, please refer to the instruction manual of the RF
Modulator.

TV

TV

HiFi Stereo VCR

1. Connect the antenna cable (not supplied) to the VHF/UHF
FROM ANT IN terminal of the VCR.

2. Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) between
the TO TV OUT terminal of the VCR and the ANT. IN
terminal of the RF Modulator.

3. Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) between
the TO TV terminal of the RF Modulator and the VHF/UHF
ANTENNA IN terminal of the TV.

4. Connect the audio cables (not supplied) between the AUX
jacks of the unit and the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR. Use
the red connectors for the right-R jacks and the white
connectors for the left-L jacks.

Sub-woofer
(Powered speaker)

RF Modulator

5. Connect the Video cable with yellow connectors (supplied)
between the VIDEO OUT jack of the sub-woofer and the
VIDEO input jack of the RF Modulator.

6. Turn on the TV, and set the channel number (CHANNEL3 or
CHANNEL4) on all TV, VCR and RF Modulator, whichever
is not used for regular broadcasts in your area.

Note:
For more details, please refer to the instruction manual of the RF
Modulator.

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+

Progressive-scan TV Connection

Your TV must be capable of handling progressive scanning and have component video input capability.

Note:
Please follow the steps before turning on the power.

1. Connect to the component video input jacks. (The VIDEO
OUT or S-VIDEO OUT jack connection is not necessary.)

*Component video cable (not supplied)

Red

Blue

Green

TV with progressive-scan capability

2. Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch to the COMPONENT
position.

Main unit (Right side)

3. Set the unit to the PROGRESSIVE mode. See pages E21
and E35.

Notes:

• Please refer to your TV instruction manual.

• When you connect the unit to your TV, be sure to turn off the
power and disconnect both units from the wall outlet until all
the connections have been made.

• Do not connect the unit to a VCR directly. The playback
picture will be distorted because DVD video discs are copy
protected.

Blue

Red

Green

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

*Please consult your local audio/video dealer.

Progressive Scanning

While interlaced scanning produces one frame of video in two
fields, progressive scanning creates one frame in one field.
Conventional interlaced scanning constitutes one second with
30 frames (60 fields), but progressive scanning constitutes it with
60 frames from scratch. Progressive scanning can reproduce
sharper picture with high resolution for still image or other picture
containing long texts or horizontal lines.
This model has compliance with 525p (progressive) system.

Interlaced scanning

Progressive scanning

Use of your VCR and Sanyo DVD Home Theater System DWM-4500

1. We recommend that you connect your VCR sound output to
this Home Theater System.
Please test your VCR sound in Virtual 5.1 Channel Surround
Sound.
Connect the audio cables (not supplied) between the AUX
jacks of the Home Theater System and the AUDIO OUT
jacks of your VCR.
If your TV has the audio output jacks, you may replace this
VCR connection with TV connection.
Please refer to Additional Connection Examples to enjoy
your TV sounds on page E16 of the Instruction Manual.

2. We do not recommend that you connect your DVD Home
Theater System Video Output signal through your VCR and
then to your TV system.
DVD Video Disc Copy Protection Guard may affect your VCR
and you may not get a clear picture on your TV Display.

If you have any difficulties connecting your VCR with the use of
this Home Theater System, please call SANYO'S HELP-LINE
1-800-813-3435 (Weekdays: 7:30am - 4:00pm Central Time).

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PHONES

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT

SELECT

FM Antenna Connection

CAUTION:

When installing an outdoor antenna, follow the installation
instructions in the attached “IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS”.

FM outdoor antenna
(not supplied)

Ground

Antenna discharge unit (not supplied)

Additional Connection Examples

To enjoy your TV sounds

If your TV has the audio output jacks,
connect an audio cable (not supplied)
from the audio output jacks of the TV to
the AUX jacks.

Sub-woofer (Powered speaker)

TV

FM indoor antenna
lead wire

75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)

Main unit (Left side)

The FM indoor antenna lead wire is sufficient to receive most
local FM broadcasts and should be connected to the rear FM
75Ω terminal. Extend the antenna lead wire as straight as possible
and, while listening to the sound from the system, secure it in a
position where the best FM reception is found.
In fringe areas, or where reception is distorted or noisy, an FM
outdoor antenna (not supplied) should be connected instead of
the FM indoor antenna lead wire. The terminals will accept 75­ohm coaxial cable.

Note:
To minimize noise...

• Do not place the antenna close to a TV or speaker.

Audio cable (not supplied)

Headphones jack (PHONES)

Connect a pair of stereo headphones with miniplug (8 ohms - 32
ohms, not available from SANYO) to the PHONES jack for
monitoring or for private listening. The speakers are automatically
disconnected when headphones are connected.

PHONES jack

Main unit (Right side)

Power Supply
(Sub-woofer and Rear Speaker)

Connect the power cord to a 120VAC 60Hz outlet.
The sub-woofer (powered speaker) and the rear speaker (powered
speaker) are equipped with a polarized plug. If you have difficulty
inserting the plug, turn it over and reinsert it. If these speakers
will not be used for a long time, disconnect the AC plug from the
AC outlet.

Notes:

• Before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet, make sure
that all the connections have been made.

• The sub-woofer (powered speaker) is not disconnected from
the AC power unless the power cord is unplugged from the
AC outlet.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

-E16-

BEFORE OPERATION

Common Operation

Turning the power on and off

Main unit (DVD Receiver)

Press [z/ON] to turn the power on.

• “HELLO” appears briefly on the display.
(After connecting the power cord, when you press [z/ON] for the
first time, the volume-reset feature automatically sets the initial
volume level.)
When the power cord is connected to the AC outlet, the unit will
respond to commands from the remote control.

To turn the power off, press [z/ON] again.

• “GOOD-BYE” appears briefly on the display.

Smart start function

If the following buttons are pressed when the power is turned
off, the unit turns on automatically and the selected source is
activated.

[q], [a] (Front panel of the main unit)
[q], [a], [TUNER] (Remote control)

Rear speaker

Press [z/ON] to turn the power on. The power indicator lights.

To turn the power off, press [z/ON] again.

Selecting the source

Press [FUNCTION] to select the desired source. Each time the
button is pressed, the display changes as follows:

DVD/CD v AUX v FM TUNER v DVD/CD...

• When the source selection is changed, disc playback
automatically stops.

To reduce the volume temporarily (muting)

Press [MUTE] on the remote control. “MUTE” blinks on the
display.
To restore the previous volume setting, press [MUTE] again.

Selecting the sound mode

1. Press [SOUND] repeatedly to select the desired sound mode
(“BASS”, “TREBLE” or “NIGHT”).

2. Press the button as desired.

Sound mode Press Display change
BASS p or o “-5” ~ “+5”
TREBLE p or o “-5” ~ “+5”

NIGHT ENTER “ON” or “OFF”

Note for “NIGHT” mode:
When enjoying a DVD disc with the volume set low at night,
select this mode. It enhances spoken lines making speech
clearer.

3. Repeat steps 1 to 2 for another sound mode.

4. Press [SOUND] repeatedly to close the display.

Bass boost system

Press [BASS] repeatedly to select the desired bass boost effect.

BOOST v BASS OFF v NORMAL v BOOST. . .

Adjusting the FL display brightness

While holding [n] down on the main unit, press [ON SCREEN]
repeatedly on the remote control.

Adjusting the volume

Press [VOLUME] + or - on the remote control (or press [VOL] + or

- on the main unit). The volume level appears on the display
(VOL 0 ~ VOL MAX).

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Selecting Surround Mode

Press [SURROUND] to select the surround mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the surround mode changes as follows:

5.1 AUTO v 5.1 SURR v 2.1ch v DIRECT v 5.1 AUTO…

Function Description

AUX
FM TUNER

(Stereo)

FL display

5.1 AUTODVD/CD

5.1 SURR

2.1ch

DIRECT Original audio signal from the disc

5.1 AUTO

5.1 SURR

2.1ch

DIRECT Original audio signal

The unit selects the surround mode automatically depending on the disc.

• If a DVD disc is encoded with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel, it is played back with Dolby Digital 5.1
channel surround sound.
Not all DVD discs are encoded with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround sound.

• If a DVD disc is encoded with Dolby Digital 2 channel or mono, it is played back with Dolby Pro
Logic mode. “sPL” appears briefly on the display.

• If a DVD disc is encoded with 2 channel Linear PCM (stereo), it is played back with Dolby Pro
Logic mode. “sPL” appears briefly on the display.

• Audio CDs are played back with Dolby Pro Logic mode.

• MP3/WMA discs are played back with Virtual 5.1 channel surround sound.

Disc is played back with Virtual 5.1 channel surround sound.

The surround mode is set to 2.1 channel (Front left and right speakers, and Sub-woofer).

The surround mode is set to Virtual 5.1 channel surround sound.

The surround mode is set to 2.1 channel (Front left and right speakers, and Sub-woofer).

FM TUNER

(Mono)

Notes:

• When using headphones, the surround mode does not change. If [BASS] or [SURROUND] is pressed, “-BASS-” or “-SURR-”
appears briefly on the display.

• DVD video discs with DTS may not work correctly. You can see the picture on the TV screen, but there is no sound.
In this case, press the AUDIO button repeatedly while holding the SHIFT button down to select Dolby Digital sound. (See page E28.)

• When receiving weak FM broadcasts, set the mode to “2.1ch”. The sound quality may improve.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

5.1 AUTO

5.1 SURR

2.1ch The surround mode is set to 2.1 channel (Front left and right speakers, and Sub-woofer).

DIRECT Original audio signal

Front left and right speakers, Center speaker, and Sub-woofer sound.

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Adjusting the Speaker Volume Balance

This unit is set to the standard level before shipping from the
factory. You may not need any adjustment.
However, depending on the size of the room and the placement
of the speakers, you may benefit from a fine adjustment.
In this case, follow the steps below. Please use the remote
control when the test tone sounds.
Note:
Do not connect the headphones.

1. Press [FUNCTION] to select “DVD/CD”.

2. Press [n] to stop playback completely.

3. Press [TEST] on the remote control.
The “Speaker” screen appears on the TV screen.

“FNT-L 0” appears on the display.
The test tone will be heard from each speaker sequentially as
follows:

TV screen FL display Speaker

Front-L FNT-L 0 Front left speaker
Center CENT 0 Center speaker
Front-R FNT-R 0 Front right speaker
Surround-R SUR-R 0 Rear (surround right) speaker
Surround-L SUR-L 0 Rear (surround left) speaker

Note:
There are Surround left and right speakers in the rear
speaker.

Adjusting the Sub-woofer Level

Note:
Do not connect the headphones.

1. Press [TRIM] while holding [SHIFT] down.
“FNT-L 0” appears on the display.
Note: No test tone.

2. Press [ENTER] repeatedly to select “SUB.W 0”.
Note:
Each time the button is pressed, the display will show the
selected speaker and tone level.

4. Press [VOLUME] + or - until the test tone becomes a
comfortable level.

5. If the test tone level is not the same from each speaker, press
[p] or [o] to adjust it while the speaker is activated.
The level appears on the TV screen and display.

Front-L: “-10” ~ “0” appears.
Center: “-10” ~ “+10” appears.
Front-R: “-10” ~ “0” appears.
Surround-R: “-10” ~ “+10” appears.
Surround-L: “-10” ~ “+10” appears.

If necessary, repeat this step again.

6. Press [TEST] to turn the test tone off.
Note:
If no adjustments are made, the original display returns after
the test tone has cycled around 5 times.

3. Press [p] or [o] to adjust the level as desired.

SUB.W: “-10” ~ “+10” appears.
Note:
If another speaker is selected, the level can also be changed
as above.

4. Press [TRIM] while holding [SHIFT] down to turn it off.
Note:
If no adjustments are made, the original display returns after
approximately 10 seconds.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Set the delay time for your center and surround speakers. See
“Setting Audio” on page E36.

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1

ALL

1

3

2

3

LB16:9

TM

PLAYABLE DISCS

The following types of discs can be played on this unit.

Disc type and logo mark

DVD-Video

Audio CD

Region Number

Region number (Regional restriction code) is built-in to the unit
and DVD video discs.
Region number “1” or “ALL” of DVD video discs can be used on
this unit.

DVD Video Disc

DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are sub­divided into chapters.

Title 1

Chapter 1 Chapter 2

There are the marks on some DVD video disc package.
Examples:

Multiple languages

Multi-language subtitles

Multi-angle

Multi-aspect

Region number

Closed caption

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3

Title 2

Audio CD Disc

Audio CD discs are divided into tracks.

CAUTION:

• Only the above types of discs can be played on this unit.
DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, SVCD, CVD, VCD, etc. cannot be
played.

• This unit can play back the DVD-R that has recorded movie
data as well. However, some DVD-Rs cannot be played back
depending on the recording conditions.

• The DVD-R that has no movie data cannot be played back.

• The DVD-RW (Video mode) can be played back. However,
some DVD-RWs cannot be played back depending on the
recording conditions. The DVD-RW (VR mode) cannot be
played back.

• The DVD+R/+RW can be played back. However, some
DVD+R/+RWs cannot be played back depending on the
recording conditions.

• This unit is to be used exclusively with the NTSC color
system.

• For MP3/WMA CD, please see page E31.

• For Picture/JPEG CD, please see page E32.

Handling, Storing and Cleaning Discs

• Do not touch the disc door while it is moving.

• Never put anything except a 5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm)
DVD (or CD) into the disc compartment.
Foreign objects can damage the unit.

• Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped from the
signal surface of the disc (glossy side) with a soft cloth.
Wipe in a straight motion from the center to the outside of
the disc.

• Never use chemicals such as record cleaning sprays,
antistatic sprays or fluids, benzene or thinner to clean the
discs. These chemicals will permanently damage the plastic
surface of the disc.

• To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the
center of the case and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by
the edges.

• Discs should be returned to their cases after use to protect
them from dust and scratches.

• To prevent warping the disc, do not expose it to direct
sunlight, high humidity or high temperatures for extended
periods of time.

• Do not apply paper or write anything on either side of the
disc. Sharp writing instruments, or the inks used in some
felt-tip pens, may damage the surfaces of the disc.

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that
is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation
and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation,
and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

-E20-

VIDEO 1

DISC PLAYBACK

Preparations

• Turn on the TV and select the video input source.
Refer to your TV’s owner manual.

TV

• Select the playback picture size according to the aspect ratio
of the TV. (See “Setting Display” in “INITIAL SETTINGS” on
page E34.)

4:3 LB

(Letterbox)

• When you use a TV with Progressive-scan capability and
connect it to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the
sub-woofer (See page E15), you must select the
PROGRESSIVE mode. (For more details, please refer to
your TV's owner manual.)

1. Set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch to the COMPONENT

position

2. Press [z/ON] to turn the power on.

4:3 PS

(Panscan)

If you use a Conventional TV or non­progressive-scan TV, skip this section.

before turning the power on. (See page E15.)

16:9

Important Note:

• This instruction manual explains the basic instruction of
this unit using the remote control unit.

• Some DVD video discs have different functions that may
not be explained in this instruction manual. You may need
extra instructions. In this case, please follow the instructions
displayed on the TV screen or jacket or case of the disc.

•“

” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This
icon means that the function is not available on the disc
now.

• For improvement, on-screen displays subject to change
without notice.

6. Press [b] to select “Yes”.

7. Press [ENTER].
The progressive mode is set. “ ” (Progressive)
appears briefly and “SANYO” logo screen returns.
Note:
If you do not want it, select “No”, then press [ENTER].

If you accidentally select it and switch the setting
back again, press and hold down [
(INTERLACE) appears briefly on the TV screen.

Note:
In “ ” mode, the closed caption may not appear on
the TV screen.

ee

e] until “ ”

ee

3. Press [FUNCTION] to select “DVD/CD”.

4. Select “TV System: NTSC” and “Progressive: On” in
“Setting Display” (See pages E34 and E35.), and close
the setup screen.

5. In “NO DISC” mode, press and hold down [ e ] on the
remote control until the following message appears on
the TV screen.

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MENU

Play Movie

Languages & Audio Set-Up



Subtitles
Theatrical Trailers
Scene Selections

Basic Playback

When operation buttons are pressed, that operation is displayed
on the TV screen. The display disappears after several seconds.

1. Press [z/ON] to turn the power on.

2. Press [FUNCTION] to select “DVD/CD”.

3. Press [q].

“OPEN” appears on the display and the disc door opens.

4. Place the disc (label facing toward you) on the disc turntable
until it clicks.

Label facing toward you

CAUTION:
Never touch the lens!

5. Press [q] to close the disc door.

• “CLOSE” ---> “READING” appears on the display.

• Playback starts automatically.
Example:

Chapter number Elapsed playing time

Note:
Some discs may not start playback automatically. In such
case, press [a] (Play) to start playback.

CAUTION:
Do not touch the disc door while it is closing. This will
damage the inside of the unit and the disc.

Notes:

• In some discs, even if 4:3 PS is selected, the black bands
may remain on the screen.

• If the disc is loaded with the label side downward (and it is a
single sided disc), or if a badly scratched disc is loaded, “NO
DISC” (or “NO PLAY”) appears. If this occurs, load the disc
correctly or replace the disc.

If a DVD disc menu screen appears on the TV screen...

TV

1. Press [o], [a], [p] or [b] (or the number buttons) to select the

desired menu.

2. Press [ENTER].
Playback of the selected menu starts.

Note:
For more details, please refer to the jacket or case of the disc.

Selecting Picture Mode

1. Press [PICTURE MODE]. “Video Enhance” screen appears.

2. Press [5] or [4] to select “Brightness” or “Edges”.

3. Press [a] or [b] to adjust the level as desired. Usually set “0”.

4. Press [PICTURE MODE] again to close the screen.

-E22-

Stopping Playback

• Press [n] once during playback. “Resume n” appears briefly

on the TV screen.
When you press [a] (Play), playback starts automatically
from the point where you stopped. “a” appears briefly on the
TV screen.
Note:
Some discs may not resume playback.

• Press [n] twice during playback. “n” appears briefly on the

TV screen and playback stops completely.
When you press [a] (Play), playback starts from the beginning
of the disc.

Continuing Playback from Where You Stopped
Watching (LAST MEMO PLAY), for DVD only

1. Press [L.MEMO] to stop playback.

“LAST MEMO n” appears briefly on the TV screen.
“LM STOP” appear on the display.

2. Remove the disc or turn off the power.

3. Load the disc (and press [a] (Play)), or turn on the power.

“LAST MEMO PLAY?” appears on the TV screen.

(The memory is released.)

4. Press [4] to select “Yes”.

5. Press [ENTER].
Playback resumes from the point where you stopped.

Notes:

• Point on up to 3 discs can be memorized.

• The Last Memo Play mode may not work correctly with some
discs.

Selecting a DVD Menu

Notes:

• The operation may differ depending on the disc used.

• Selecting a menu may not be possible on some discs.

1. Press [MENU].
The main menu screen will appear.

Selecting a Top Menu [DVD]

Notes:

• The operation may differ depending on the disc used.

• Selecting a top menu may not be possible on some discs.

1. Press [TOP MENU].
The top menu will appear (if the disc contains a top menu).

2. Press [4], [5], [b] or [a] (or the number buttons) to select the
desired menu.

3. Press [ENTER].
The selected menu playback starts.

Chapter (Track) Skip

Skipping forward

Press [e] during playback to skip to the next chapter (or track).
“e” appears briefly on the TV screen.
A chapter (or track) is skipped each time the button is pressed.

Skipping backward

Press [f] during playback to skip back to the beginning of the
chapter (or track) currently played.
“f” appears briefly on the TV screen.
Press the button again immediately to skip back to the beginning
of the previous chapter (or track).

Note:
You can skip only through the chapters, not over the title on the
DVD disc.

Note:
Press [MENU] again to resume playback.

2. Press [4], [5], [b] or [a] (or the number buttons) to select the

desired menu.

3. Press [ENTER]
The selected menu playback starts.

Note:
If [RETURN] is pressed in some discs, it returns to the previous
menu screen.

Important Note:

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon
means that the function is not available on the disc now.

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Title Search [DVD]

1. Press [SEARCH MODE] once while holding [SHIFT] down
during playback or in the stop mode.
The title search screen appears on the TV screen.
Example:

2. Press the number button(s) to enter the title number.
Example:
To select Title No.3, press [3].
To select Title No.10, press [1], then [0].
To select Title No.24, press [2], then [4].
Note:
If you make a mistake, press [CLEAR].

3. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play).
Playback starts from the selected title.

Chapter Search [DVD]

1. Press [SEARCH MODE] twice while holding [SHIFT] down
during playback.
The chapter search screen appears on the TV screen.
Example:

Time Search [CD]

1. Press [SEARCH MODE] once while holding [SHIFT] down

during playback.
The time search screen appears on the TV screen.

2. Press the number button(s) to enter the chapter number.
Example:
To select Chapter No.3, press [3].
To select Chapter No.10, press [1], then [0].
To select Chapter No.24, press [2], then [4].
Note:
If you make a mistake, press [CLEAR].

3. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play).
Playback starts from the selected chapter.

Time Search [DVD]

1. Press [SEARCH MODE] three times while holding [SHIFT]
down during playback.
The time search screen appears on the TV screen.

2. Press the number button(s) to enter the time.
Example:
20 minutes 5 seconds Press [2], [0], [0] and [5].
42 minutes 39 seconds Press [4], [2], [3] and [9].
1 hour 4 minutes 35 seconds Press [1], [0], [4], [3] and [5].
Note:
If you make a mistake, press [CLEAR].

2. Press the number button(s) to enter the time.
Example:
2 minutes 5 seconds Press [2], [0] and [5].
42 minutes 39 seconds Press [4], [2], [3] and [9].
Note:
If you make a mistake, press [CLEAR].

3. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play).
Playback starts from the searched time in the track.

Track Search [CD]

1. Press the number buttons during playback or in the stop
mode.
Example:
To select Track No. 3, press [3].
To select Track No. 10, press [1], then [0].
To select Track No. 24, press [2], then [4].

2. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play).
Playback starts from the selected track.

3. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play).

Playback starts from the searched time.

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Fast Playback

Fast forward playback

Press [c] repeatedly to select the fast speed forward playback.
[DVD]

c 1 v c 2 v c 3 v c 4 (4 steps)

[CD]

c 1 v c 2 (2 steps)

Press [a] (Play) to return to normal playback.

Fast reverse playback

Press [d] repeatedly to select the fast speed reverse playback.
[DVD]

d 1 v d 2 v d 3 v d 4 (4 steps)

[CD]

d 1 v d 2 (2 steps)

Press [a] (Play) to return to normal playback.

Note:
The sound is muted during fast playback in DVD.

Slow Motion Playback [DVD]

Forward slow playback

Press [F.SLOW
playback.

1 v 2 v 3 v 4 (4 steps)

Press [a] (Play) to return to normal playback.

Reverse slow playback

Press [R.SLOW
speed playback.

1 v 2 v 3 v 4 (4 steps)

Press [a] (Play) to return to normal playback.

Note:
The sound is muted during slow motion playback.

] repeatedly to select the forward slow speed

] repeatedly to select the reverse slow

Still Picture (Pause)

Press [k] during playback.

•“k” appears on the FL display.

•“k” appears briefly on the TV screen.

[DVD]

Still picture mode

[CD]

Pause mode

Frame by Frame Advance Playback
[DVD]

Press [k] during still picture.

•“k a” appears briefly on the TV screen.

Each time the button is pressed, the picture advances one frame.
Press [a] (Play) to return to normal playback.

Notes:

• The sound is muted.

• Frame playback is operated forward only.

Picture Zoom [DVD]

1. Press [ZOOM] while holding [SHIFT] down during normal/
slow playback or still picture.
The central part of the picture is magnified, and “ 1”
appears on the TV screen.

• Each time the button is pressed, the zoom mode will be

changed as follows:

1 v 2 v 3 v 4 v Off

• Press [o], [a], [p] or [b] to change the zoom point.

Press [a] (Play) to return to normal playback.

Note: The sound is muted.

Important Note:

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon
means that the function is not available on the disc now.

2. Press [ZOOM] while holding [SHIFT] down to select “ Off”
to return to the original screen.

Note:
Picture Zoom may not work on some discs.

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3

Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle
(Multi-Angle) [DVD]

Some DVD video discs may contain scenes which have been
shot simultaneously from a number of different camera angles.
The jacket or case of discs that are recorded with angles will be
marked.
Example:

Note:
The recorded angles differ depending on the disc used.

1. Play the disc that is recorded with angles.

2. Press [ANGLE] repeatedly while holding [SHIFT] down until
the desired angle appears.
Example:

Designated Range Repeat Playback
(A-B Repeat)

Point A Point B

1. Press [A-B REP] during playback at the beginning of the
section you want to repeat (Point A).

•“

• “REP. A->B” appears, and “A->B” blinks on the display.

2. Press [A-B REP] again at the end of the section you want to
repeat (Point B).

•“ B” appears briefly on the TV screen.

• “REP. A->B” remains lit on the display.
The section between points A and B is played repeatedly.

3. To return to normal playback, press [A-B REP] again.

•“ Off” appears briefly on the TV screen.

Note:
Repeat playback or A-B repeat playback mode may not work
correctly with some discs.

Important Note:

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon
means that the function is not available on the disc now.

A-” appears on the TV screen.

Repeat Playback

Press [REPEAT] during playback (or programmed or random
playback) of the title (or track) you want to repeat.
Each time the button is pressed, the repeat mode will be changed
as follows.

[DVD]

TV screen Display Operation

Chapter REP.1 Repeat of the chapter being played

Title ALL REP. Repeat of the title being played

Off Repeat off mode

[CD]

During Normal Playback

TV screen Display Operation

1 REP.1 Repeat of the track being played

All ALL REP. Repeat all tracks

Off Repeat off mode

During Programmed Playback

TV screen Display Operation

Program 1 REP.1 Repeat the programmed track

being played

Program All ALL REP. Repeat all programmed tracks

Off Repeat off mode

During Random Playback

TV screen Display Operation

1 REP.1 Repeat of the track being played

All ALL REP. Repeat all tracks at random

Off Repeat off mode

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Random Playback [CD]

1. Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] once in the stop mode.

• “Random On” appears on the TV screen.

• “RND” blinks on the display.

2. Press [a] (Play) to begin random playback.

• “RND” remains lit on the display.
The unit will automatically select tracks at random.

Note:
To stop random playback, press [n].

Programmed Playback [CD]

Up to 20 selections can be programmed.

Programming procedure

1. Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] twice in the stop mode.

• “Program Mode” screen appears on the TV screen.

• “-- Pr. 1” appears, and “PROG.” blinks on the display.

2. Press the number buttons to select the track number.
Example:
To select Track No.3, press [0], then [3].
To select Track No.10, press [1], then [0].
To select Track No.24, press [2], then [4].
Notes:

• If you make a mistake, press [CLEAR].

• To quit the “Program Mode” screen, press [PROGRAM/

RANDOM].

3. Press [p] to move the highlighted box down.
Example:

To clear the program one by one

1. Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] twice to display the “Program

Mode” screen.

2. Press [o], [a], [p] or [b] to select the track number.

3. Press [CLEAR].

To clear all the programs

1. Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] twice to display the “Program

Mode” screen.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as above to select other tracks.

5. Press [a] (Play) to start playback.
When all programmed selections have played, the unit stops
automatically.

• The programmed contents are retained in memory.

Note:
To play the program again, press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] twice
to call up the “Program Mode” screen, then press [a] (Play).

2. Press [4] to select “All Clear”.

3. Press [ENTER].

To change the program

1. Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] twice to display the “Program

Mode” screen.

2. Press [o], [a], [p] or [b] to select the track number.

3. Press the number buttons to select the track number to be
replaced.

Note:
To quit the “Program Mode” screen, press [PROGRAM/
RANDOM].

Important Note:

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon
means that the function is not available on the disc now.

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1/3 DTS Eng

Selecting Subtitle Language [DVD]

3/3 Fre

1/4 Fre

This operation works only with discs on which multiple subtitle
languages are recorded.

Press [S.T.CH] repeatedly during playback until the desired
subtitle language appears on the TV screen.
Example:

French

After few seconds, the display disappears.

• If the subtitle language is not necessary, press [S.T.CH]

to select “

Notes:

• In some cases, the subtitle language is not changed to the
selected one.

• When a disc supporting closed caption is played, the subtitle
and the closed caption may overlap each other on the TV
screen. In this case, turn the subtitle off.

• When the desired language is not selected even if the button
is pressed, the language is not available on the disc.

• When the power is turned on or the disc is replaced, select
the subtitle language again.

• Please refer to “Setting Language" on page E33.

Off”.

Selecting Audio Soundtrack Language
(Multi-Language) [DVD]

This operation works only with discs on which multiple audio
soundtrack languages are recorded.

Selecting On-Screen Information

Press [ON SCREEN] repeatedly to show the disc information
(Title, Chapter, Title elapsed playing time, Language, etc.).

Example for DVD:

1. Press [ON SCREEN] during playback.
Title remaining playing time

Title elapsed playing time

2. Press [ON SCREEN] again.

Title remaining playing time

Title elapsed playing time

Chapter number

Title number

Hello! Holà! ¡Hola!

Press [AUDIO] repeatedly while holding [SHIFT] down during
playback until the desired language appears on the TV screen.
Examples:

French

DTS sound

(If you use a DVD video disc with DTS, “DTS” appears. You
can see the picture on the TV screen, but there is no sound.)

Notes:

• When the desired language is not selected even if the button
is pressed, the language is not available on the disc.

• When the power is turned on or the disc is replaced, select
the language again.

• If the language is not recorded on the disc, only the available
language on the disc will be heard.

Audio language

Subtitle language

3. Press [ON SCREEN] to close the disc information.

Example for Audio CD:

1. Press [ON SCREEN].
Track elapsed playing time

2. Press [ON SCREEN] again.

Track elapsed playing time

Track number

3. Press [ON SCREEN] to close the disc information.

Camera angle

Audio type

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TVGuardian® OPERATION

Before Setting

• Initial setting is “CC Channel CC2” on this unit.

• Please set “CC2” or “C2” (Closed caption on channel 2) on
your TV first. For more details, please refer to your TV’s
owner manual.

• When “TVG” is set, the subtitle language may not appear.

• TVG works on the discs with closed caption. See page E20.

Setting TVGuardian

1. Press [SETUP] in the stop mode.
The setup screen appears.

2. Press [a] to select “Parental”.

3. Press [ENTER].
“Parental” screen appears.

4. Press [p] to select “TVGuardian”.

Note:

If the parental lock “
move. You must enter the password to release the
parental lock first. See page E37.

5. Press [ENTER].
“TVG Setup” screen appears.

®

” is set, the highlighted box does not

6. Press [ENTER].
The submenu appears.

7. Press [p] or [o] to select the submenu.

Off:

TVG does not operate.

Tolerant:

Only the most offensive foul language will be filtered.

Moderate:

More offensive foul language will be filtered.

Strict:

All the foul language will be filtered.

8. Press [ENTER].
The submenu is set.

9. Press [p] (or [o]) to select the item (“Hell/Damn”, “Religious”
or “Sexual”) of “Word Subset Filtering”.

Note:
If you do not set “TVG”, press [p] to select “Back”, and then
press [ENTER]. “Parental” screen returns.

10. Press [ENTER].
The submenu (“Off” and “On”) appears.

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11. Press [p] or [o] to select “On” or “Off”.

12. Press [ENTER].
The submenu is set.

13. Repeat steps 9 ~ 12 to set other items.

14. Press [p] to select “CC Mode” (Closed caption mode).

15. Press [ENTER].
The submenu (“Off”, “On Mute” and “Continuous”) appears.

16. Press [p] or [o] to select the submenu.

20. After step 19, you must set the parental lock as shown

below.

(For more details, please refer to “Setting Parental” on page
E37.)

1) Press [p] to select “Level”.

2) Press [ENTER] repeatedly to select the parental lock
level.

3) Press [p] to select “Disc Lock”.

4) Press [ENTER]. The submenu (“On” and “Off”) appears.

5) Press [p] or [o] to select “On” or “Off”.

6) Press [ENTER]. The submenu is set.

7) Press [o] to select “Password”.

8) Press the number buttons to enter the 4 digits password.

9) Press [ENTER].

” appears.

“

Note:
If you do not set it, the TVGuardian does not work, and
it returns to the initial settings.

21. Press [SETUP].
The setup screen disappears.

Off:

No closed caption.

On Mute:

Display the modified text only.

Continuous:

Display all text with the modified text.

17. Press [ENTER].
The submenu is set.

18. Press [p] to skip “CC Channel CC2”, and select “Back”.

Note:
Because, your TV is already set to “CC2” or “C2” in “Before
Setting” (See page E29), this step can be skipped.
If your TV is set to “CC1” or “C1”, select “CC Channel” and
then select the submenu “CC1” in step 18.

19. Press [ENTER].
“Parental” screen returns.

How It Works After Setting TVGuardian®:

When a disc supporting closed caption is played, it mutes the
entire phrase instead of just the swear word and displays the
modified text, by design. It turns the sound back on when the
phrase is completed.

Examples:
The phrase “Get the hell out.”, is muted and “Get Out.”, is
displayed.
The phrase “Move you’re a—!”, is muted and “Move your tail!”, is
displayed.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Use a TV with closed caption capability and set the function
to “On”.

• Set the same closed caption channel number on both the
unit and your TV.

• The built-in TVGuardian® Foul Language Filter (TVG®) works
only English language DVD video disc supporting closed
caption, not any other languages.

• For improvement, on-screen displays subject to change
without notice.

Notes:

• Foul word that are normally filtered are missed when closed­captioning errors exist (i.e. a foul word is not captioned,
misspelled or is not synchronized with the spoken word.)

• The built-in Foul Language Filter may not work on some discs
depending on recording conditions.

• DVD video discs may or may not respond to the TVG Mode
settings. Make sure this function works with your DVD video
discs.

• When playback starts, the TVG information may appear on
the TV screen.

TVGuardian
Solutions, Inc.

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®

and TVG® are registered trademarks of Principle

MP3/WMA CD OPERATION

Before Starting

This unit can play back the CD that has recorded music data,
MP3 or WMA (Window Media Audio) files.

• Select “DVD/CD” function.

• The file system is ISO9660 Level 1 and Level 2.

• If the CD has both audio CD tracks and MP3/WMA files, only
MP3/WMA files are played.

• It would take 30 seconds or more for this unit to read MP3/
WMA files depending on its structure.

• This unit can recognize up to 1500 files and/or 150 folders
per disc. However, it cannot recognize by depending on the
folder structure. However, it cannot recognize by depending
on the folder structure.

• MP3/WMA CDs may not be played in the recorded order.

1. Please use the MP3 or WMA software with the function

that can record data alphabetically or numerically.

2. Please refrain from making many sub-folders by

preference.

However, some MP3/WMA CDs cannot be played back depending
on the recording conditions.
Before playing back MP3 or WMA files, please read the following.

MP3 CD

• MP3 files must have the extension letters, “.MP3” or “.mp3”.

• This unit can recognize MP3 files making compression way is
MPEG-1, Layer 3 only.

• Standard, sampling frequency, and the bit rate:
MPEG-1 Audio
32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
32kbps ~ 320kbps (constant bit rate or variable bit rate)

• The recommended recording setting for a high-quality sound
is 44.1kHz of sampling frequency and 128kbps of constant
bit rate.

WMA CD

• WMA files must have the extension letters, “.WMA” or “.wma”.

• Standard, sampling frequency, and the bit rate:
WMA version 7, 8 and 9
32kHz, 48kbps ~ 64kbps

44.1kHz, 48kbps ~ 192kbps
48kHz, 128kbps ~ 192kbps
WMA9 Professional files, WMA9 Lossless files or DRM
(copyright protection) files cannot be played back.

• When creating a WMA disc, be sure the copyright function is
off.

Microsoft, Windows Media, and Windows Logo are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in both the
United States and other countries.

MP3/WMA CD Playback

Load the MP3/WMA CD. (Please refer to page E22.)

Playback starts from the first file automatically, and a table of
contents in the first directory appears on the TV screen.
Example:

Current file elapsed playing time

Total file number

Current file number

File information

• Press [k] to pause. Press [a] (Play) to continue.

• Press [e] or [f], it skips to the next or previous file.

Note:
If the disc is loaded with the label side downward, or if a badly
scratched disc is loaded, “NO DISC” (or “NO PLAY”) appears on
the TV screen. If this occurs, load the disc correctly or replace the
disc.

To stop play, press [n] once (for resuming play) or twice (for
complete stop). (Please refer to page E23.)

To start play form the desired file, press [o], [a], [p] or [b] to
select the file, then press [ENTER] or [a] (Play) button.

To repeat playback, press [REPEAT] during playback.
Each time the button is pressed, the repeat mode will be changed
as follows:

TV screen Display Operation

1 REP.1 Repeat of the file being played

All ALL REP. Repeat all files

Off Repeat off mode

LIMITATIONS ON DISPLAY

• Available letters for display are the following: capital or small
alphabets of A through Z, and numbers of 0 through 9.

• Other letters than those above are replaced in “-” (hyphen).

CAUTION:

• Some MP3/WMA CDs cannot be played back depending on
the recording conditions.

• The CD has no music data or non-MP3/WMA files cannot be
played back.

Important Note:

“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. This icon
means that the function is not available on the disc now.

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PICTURE DISC OPERATION

Before Starting

You can view digital images from KODAK Picture/JPEG files.

• Select “DVD/CD” function.

• The file system is ISO9660 level 1 and level 2.

• If the CD has both audio CD tracks and JPEG files, only
JPEG files are played.

• It would take 30 seconds or more for this unit to read JPEG
files depending on its structure.

• This unit can recognize up to 1500 files and/or 150 folders
per disc.

• JPEG CDs may not be played in the recorded order.

• JPEG files must have the extension letters, “.JPG” or “.jpg”.

• JPEG resolution is up to 5760 x 3840.

• Some discs cannot be played back depending on the recording
conditions.

KODAK Picture/JPEG CD Playback

With KODAK Picture CD, it is easy to turn film into pictures you
can email from your PC and view on the unit.
Just bring your film in for processing, and check the box for
KODAK Picture CD. You will get back your prints and negatives
as usual - plus you will get a special CD that contains your
pictures along with software that lets you view, enhance, share,
and print your pictures from your PC and view them on the unit.
You can also view digital images from JPEG files on disc created
by your PC.

Example: (JPEG CD)

To start the slide show from the file list:

1. Press [o], [a], [p] or [b] to select the desired file.

2. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play) to start the slide show from the

selected file.

If [TOP MENU] is pressed during the slide show, the
thumbnail pictures appear.

Example:

Load the KODAK Picture or JPEG CD. (Please refer to page
E22.)
“PHOTO” appears on the display, and the slide show starts from
the first file.

During the slide show:

• Press [k] to pause. Press [a] (Play) to continue.

• Press [e] or [f], it skips to the next or previous file.

• If the picture appears upside down or sideways, press
[ANGLE] repeatedly while holding [SHIFT] down until it’s
right side up. “
briefly on the TV screen.

To stop the slide show, press [n] once (for resuming play) or
twice (for complete stop). The file list appears.

• After the last picture has displayed, the file list appears.

Example: (KODAK Picture CD)

”, “ ”, “ ” or “Normal” appears

To start the slide show from the thumbnail pictures:

1. Press [o], [a], [p] or [b] to select the desired picture.

• To go to the next or previous thumbnail pictures, press

[e] or [f].

2. Press [ENTER] or [a] (Play) to start the slide show from the

selected picture.

Picture zoom

1. Press [k] at the desired picture (KODAK Picture and JPEG

CD).

2. Press [ZOOM] repeatedly while holding [SHIFT] down. The
picture is magnified. (Please refer to page E25.)

3. Press [a] (Play) to resume the slide show.

Note:
FUJICOLOR CD can be used.

KODAK and Picture CD are registered trademarks of Eastman
Kodak Company.

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INITIAL SETTINGS

Once the initial settings have been completed, the unit can
always be operated under the same conditions.
The settings will be retained in the memory until they are changed,
even if the power is turned off.

Notes:

• In this instruction manual, the language in on-screen
display is English.
If you change the language, please follow the selected
language in on-screen display.

• The disc information takes priority in various setting.

• For improvement, on-screen displays subject to change
without notice.

Setting Language

1. Press [SETUP] in the stop mode.
The setup screen appears.
“Language” is highlighted.

2. Press [ENTER].
“Language” screen appears.

3. Press [p] or [o] to select the item (highlighted).
Example:

4. Press [ENTER].
The submenu appears.
Example:

5. Press [p] or [o] to select the language (highlighted).

6. Press [ENTER].
The selected language remains.

7. Repeat steps 3 ~ 6 for other items.
Note:
If “Others” is selected, enter the language code. (See
“Language Code List” on page E38.)

8. Press [o] to skip back to the setup screen (or press [SETUP]).

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Setting Display

1. Press [SETUP] in the stop mode.
The setup screen appears.

2. Press [a] to select “Display”.

3. Press [ENTER].
“Display” screen appears.
“TV System NTSC” is highlighted.

5. Setting TV type

Select the playback picture size according to the aspect ratio
of the TV.

1) In “Display” screen, press [5] or [4] to select “TV Type”.

2) Press [ENTER]. The submenu appears.

4. Press [

55

5] to skip “TV System NTSC”.

55

Note:
Because, “NTSC” is used for TV System in North America.
It is not necessary to change TV System. Skip “TV System
NTSC”.

If necessary, you can select the appropriate setting for the
connected TV system.

1) In “Display” screen, press [5] or [4] to select “TV System”,

then press [ENTER]. The submenu appears.

2) Press [5] or [4] to select the appropriate TV system.

NTSC: For NTSC TV
PAL: For PAL TV
Multi: For Multi TV

Example: To set “Multi”

3) Press [ENTER].

“Changing TV System” screen appears.

3) Press [5] or [4] to select the appropriate TV type (4:3 LB,

4:3 PS or 16:9).

4) Press [ENTER].
Example: “TV Type 4:3 PS” is set.

5) Press [4] to skip back to the setup screen or press
[SETUP] to quit the setup screen.

4:3 LB (Letterbox):
Select when a conventional TV set is
connected.
When the wide screen disc is played
back, the black bands appear at the
top and bottom of screen.

4:3 PS (Panscan):
Select when a conventional TV set is
connected.
When the wide screen disc is played
back, it displays pictures cropped to
fill to your TV screen. The left and
right edges are cut off.

Cut off

4) Press [b] to select “Yes”, and then press [ENTER].

In this example, “TV System Multi” is set.
Note:

• If you do not want it, select “No”, then press [ENTER].

• If the selected TV system and the playback disc’s
color system (NTSC/PAL) differ, the video and audio
may not be played back smoothly.

If you accidentally change the TV System...

Press and hold [ON SCREEN] down for at lease 5 seconds
in no disc mode. It returns to “TV System: NTSC” and
“Progressive: Off”.

16:9 :

Select when a wide screen TV set is
connected.
Played in “FULL” size. (Setting the
wide screen TV to “FULL” mode is
also necessary.)

Notes:

• The screen size may differ depending on the DVD video
discs.

• If you select 16:9 to get rid of the black bands on screen
when wide screen disc is played back, picture may be
slightly distorted.

• In some discs, even if 4:3 PS is selected, the black bands
may remain on the screen.

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6. Setting progressive mode

1) In “Display” screen, press [5] to select “Progressive”.

2) Press [ENTER]. The submenu appears.

Note:

If “Progressive” is not selected...

First, press [z/ON] to turn the power off.
Then, confirm that the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch is
set to the COMPONENT position. (See page E15.)
Next, press [z/ON] again to turn the power on, and press
[SETUP] to open the setup screen.

3) Press [5] or [4] to select the progressive mode (“On” or

“Off”).

4) Press [ENTER]. The submenu is set.

5) Press [4] to skip back to the setup screen or press

[SETUP] to quit the setup screen.

Note:

To reset to the initial setting “TV System: NTSC” and
“Progressive: Off”...

In the no disc mode, press [ON SCREEN] for at least 5 seconds
even if “ ” appears.

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Setting Audio

The sound from speakers can reach the listening position at
different times depending the speaker placements. You can
allow for this difference by changing the delay time of the center
and surround speakers.
You also can change the Dynamic Range Control (DRC).

1. Press [SETUP] in the stop mode.
The setup screen appears.

2. Press [a] to select “Audio”.

3. Press [ENTER].
“Audio” screen appears.

4. Press [ENTER] to select “Audio DRC”.
The submenu (“On” and “Off”) appears.

5. Press [p] or [o] to select “On” or “Off” as desired.
On: It will compress the dynamic range. It may have no

effect with some discs.

Off: Sound with a wide dynamic range.

6. Press [ENTER].
“Audio DRC On” or “Audio DRC Off” remains.

7. Press [p] to select “Center Delay”.

8. Press [ENTER].
The submenu (“0ms”, “1ms”, “2ms”, “3ms”, “4ms” and “5ms”)
appears.

9. Press [p] or [o] to select the center speaker delay time.

Center speaker delay time

If D1

D2, set the delay time to “0ms”.

If D1>D2, set the delay time as follows:

Difference between D1 and D2 Delay time

1 foot (Approx. 30cm) 1ms
2 feet (Approx. 60cm) 2ms
3 feet (Approx. 90cm) 3ms
4 feet (Approx. 120cm) 4ms
5 feet (Approx. 150cm) 5ms

Center speaker

Front left speaker Front right speaker

D2

D1

D1

10. Press [ENTER].
“Center Delay” and the selected delay time remain.

11. Press [p] to select “Surr Delay”.

12. Press [ENTER].
The submenu (“0ms”, “5ms”, “10ms” and “15ms”) appears.

13. Press [p] or [o] to select the rear speaker (surround left and
right speakers) delay time.

Rear speaker (Surround left and right speakers) delay
time

If D1

D3, set the delay time to “0ms”.

If D1>D3, set the delay time as follows:

Difference between D1 and D3 Delay time

5 feet (Approx. 150cm) 5ms
10 feet (Approx. 300cm) 10ms
15 feet (Approx. 450cm) 15ms

14. Press [ENTER].
“Surr Delay” and the selected delay time remain.

15. Press [o] to skip back to the setup screen (or press [SETUP]).

D3

Rear speaker (Surround left and right speakers)

D1: The distance from the front speaker
D2: The distance from the center speaker
D3: The distance from the rear speaker

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Setting Parental

Note:
If you set “TVGuardian”, set it first.
See “Setting TVGuardian®” on page E29.

1. Press [SETUP] in the stop mode.
The setup screen appears.

2. Press [a] to select “Parental”.

3. Press [ENTER].
“Parental” screen appears.

Setting “Level”

1) Press [p] to skip “Password ----” and select “Level”.

2) Press [ENTER] repeatedly to select the parental lock

level (“Level 1” ~ “Level 8”).
Example: To select “Level 1”

6. Press [ENTER].
The password is now set.

Note:
If you do not set it, Parental Control does not work, and it
returns to the initial settings.

7. Press [SETUP].
The setup screen disappears.

Parental Control

MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) Guideline is a
rating system that provides advanced cautionary information to
parent about the content of movie programs.

The parental lock level is equivalent to the following MPAA
Rating System.
Level 8: Adult
Level 7: NC-17 (No one 17 and under admitted)
Level 6: R (Restricted)
Level 4: PG-13 (Parents strongly cautioned)
Level 3: PG (Parental guidance suggested)
Level 1: G (General audiences)

Setting “Disc Lock”

1) Press [p] to select “Disc Lock”.

2) Press [ENTER]. The submenu (“On” and “Off”) appears.

3) Press [5] or [4] to select “On” or “Off”.

4) Press [ENTER].

4. Press [4] to select “Password”.

5. Press the number buttons to enter the 4 digits password.

Note:
If you make a mistake, press [CLEAR].

Some DVD discs contain a restriction level which enables
parents to prevent playback of discs by children. This unit is
equipped with a password designed to prevent children changing
the level.

You cannot play DVD video discs rated higher than the level
you selected unless you cancel the parental lock function.
For example, when you select level “5”, the unit will not play
discs with ratings of “6”, “7” or “8”.
The information will appear on the TV screen.

Note:
DVD video discs may or may not respond to the parental lock
settings. Make sure this function works with your DVD video
discs.

To Lock the Disc Door

First, select “Disc Lock On”.
You can lock the disc door to prevent misuse of young children.
While the disc door is opened, press the q button (main unit)
until “LOCKED” appears on the display.

• The q button will not function.
To release this mode, press the q button until “UNLOCKED”
appears.

If you forget the password…

Enter “788444” even if 4 digits “----” appears, then press [ENTER]
to clear the current password.
Enter a new password and set the parental lock level again.

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Language Code List

Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Audio”, “Subtitle” and “DVD Menu” on page E33.

Code Abbreviation

of the

language

6565 aa Afar
6566 ab Abkhazian
6570 af Afrikaans
6577 am Amharic
6582 ar Arabic
6583 as Assamese
6589 ay Aymara
6590 az Azerbaijani
6665 ba Bashkir
6669 be Byelorussian
6671 bg Bulgarian
6672 bh Bihari
6673 bi Bislama
6678 bn Bengali; Bangla
6679 bo Tibetan
6682 br Breton
6765 ca Catalan
6779 co Corsican
6783 cs Czech
6789 cy Welsh
6865 da Danish
6869 de German
6890 dz Bhutani
6976 el Greek
6978 en English
6979 eo Esperanto
6983 es Spanish
6984 et Estonian
6985 eu Basque
7065 fa Persian
7073 fi Finnish
7074 fj Fiji
7079 fo Faeroese
7082 fr French
7089 fy Frisian
7165 ga Irish
7168 gd Scots Gaelic
7176 gl Galician
7178 gn Guarani
7185 gu Gujarati
7265 ha Hausa
7273 hi Hindi
7282 hr Croatian
7285 hu Hungarian
7289 hy Armenian
7365 ia Interlingua

Language

Code Abbreviation

of the

language

7369 ie Interlingue
7375 ik Inupiak
7378 in Indonesian
7383 is Icelandic
7384 it Italian
7387 iw Hebrew
7465 ja Japanese
7473 ji Yiddish
7487 jw Javanese
7565 ka Georgian
7575 kk Kazakh
7576 kl Greenlandic
7577 km Cambodian
7578 kn Kannada
7579 ko Korean
7583 ks Kashmiri
7585 ku Kurdish
7589 ky Kirghiz
7665 la Latin
7678 ln Lingala
7679 lo Laothian
7684 lt Lithuanian
7686 lv Latvian, Lettish
7771 mg Malagasy
7773 mi Maori
7775 mk Macedonian
7776 ml Malayalam
7778 mn Mongolian
7779 mo Moldavian
7782 mr Marathi
7783 ms Malay
7784 mt Maltese
7789 my Burmese
7865 na Nauru
7869 ne Nepali
7876 nl Dutch
7879 no Norwegian
7967 oc Occitan
7977 om (Afan) Oromo
7982 or Oriya
8065 pa Punjabi
8076 pl Polish
8083 ps Pashto, Pushto
8084 pt Portuguese
8185 qu Quechua
8277 rm Rhaeto-Romance

Language Code Abbreviation

Language

of the

language

8278 rn Kirundi
8279 ro Romanian
8285 ru Russian
8287 rw Kinyarwanda
8365 sa Sanskrit
8368 sd Sindhi
8371 sg Sangro
8372 sh Serbo-Croatian
8373 si Singhalese
8375 sk Slovak
8376 sl Slovenian
8377 sm Samoan
8378 sn Shona
8379 so Somali
8381 sq Albanian
8382 sr Serbian
8383 ss Siswati
8384 st Sesotho
8385 su Sundanese
8386 sv Swedish
8387 sw Swahili
8465 ta Tamil
8469 te Telugu
8471 tg Tajik
8472 th Thai
8473 ti Tigrinya
8475 tk Turkmen
8476 tl Tagalog
8478 tn Setswana
8479 to Tonga
8482 tr Turkish
8483 ts Tsonga
8484 tt Tatar
8487 tw Twi
8575 uk Ukrainian
8582 ur Urdu
8590 uz Uzbek
8673 vi Vietnamese
8679 vo Volapük
8779 wo Wolof
8872 xh Xhosa
8979 yo Yoruba
9072 zh Chinese
9085 zu Zulu

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LISTENING TO THE RADIO (FM ONLY)

n

(Stop)

FUNCTION

– PRESET +

f, e

ON SCREEN

– TUNE +

ENTER

PROGRAM

/RANDOM

Number
buttons

FM MODE
TUNER

To turn the unit on and listen to the last received station, press
[TUNER] on the remote control.

Preparation

Press [FUNCTION] to select “FM TUNER”.
Note: This unit doesn't have “AM TUNER”.

Automatic/Manual Tuning

Automatic tuning

Press [TUNE] + or - for at least 1 second to tune in a station. The
unit will scan up or down the band and receive the next receivable
station. Press the button again to continue.

Manual tuning

Press [TUNE] + or - briefly until the desired frequency is displayed.
The frequency changes in 200 kHz steps for FM.
Example:

To Preset Stations

Up to 24 FM stations can be preset.

Automatic presetting (APT)

Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM] for at least 3 seconds.
“PROG.” blinks.
The automatic tuning mode is set and automatic presetting
begins from the low end of the band.
When 24 FM stations have been preset or the high end of the
band is reached, automatic presetting stops. “PROG.” disappears
and the station memorized on the preset number 1 will be heard.

Note:
If APT is activated, all previously programmed stations of the
band will be cleared and new stations will be programmed.

Manual presetting

1. Tune in the station to be preset as described in “Automatic/
Manual Tuning”.

2. Press [PROGRAM/RANDOM]. “PROG.” blinks.

3. While “PROG.” is blinking, press [PRESET] + or - to select
the number to be preset.

• The number buttons on the remote control can also be

used.

• In this example, the preset number is “9”.

4. While it is blinking, press [PROGRAM/RANDOM].

• In this example, “103.1 MHz” FM station is preset on the

preset number 9.

5. Repeat steps above to add more preset stations.

• When presetting a new station, the previous preset station is
cleared.

Listening to Preset Stations

Preset tuning

Press [PRESET] + or - briefly to select the desired channel.

• If using the number buttons, press the number button(s), then
press [ENTER].

Preset scan tuning

1. Press [PRESET] + or - for at least 1 second.

• The preset number appears.

• The preset stations are selected in sequence for

approximately five seconds each.

2. Press [n] when the desired station has been selected. Preset
scanning will stop.

To receive FM stereo broadcasts

Make sure that “MONO” is not displayed. If “MONO” appears,
press [FM MODE] to turn the “MONO” indication off.
You can enjoy FM stereo sound when an FM stereo broadcast
is received.

• If the signal from an FM stereo station is weak and reception
is poor, press [FM MODE] to change to monaural (MONO)
reception. The reception may be improved, but the sound
will be monaural.

When beat interference is heard

A high-pitched noise called “beat” is sometimes heard during
reception of radio broadcasts.
If this occurs, while holding [ON SCREEN] down on the remote
control, press [e] on the main unit to select “bc-A” or “bc-B”.
Select the setting that gives the best results.

Changing the reception frequencies

If necessary, use the following procedure to change the
reception frequencies.
While holding [ON SCREEN] down on the remote control,
press [f] on the main unit.
To return the original setting, repeat steps above.

87.9 ~ 107.9 MHz 87.5 ~ 108.0 MHz
(200 kHz steps) (50 kHz steps)

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ENJOYING OTHER SOURCES

1. Press [FUNCTION] to select “AUX”.

SLEEP TIMER OPERATION

The sleep timer automatically switches off the power after a
preset time has elapsed. The volume will gradually be reduced
(fade-out) during the 1 minute period before the unit turns off.
There are 4 time periods available: 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes.

Press [SLEEP] repeatedly while holding [SHIFT] down to select
the desired sleep time. “SLEEP” appears, and the selected time
blinks on the display.
After several seconds, the original display returns and the
brightness of the display reduces. “SLEEP” blinks on the display.

2. Follow the instructions supplied with TV or other compatible/
video component.

To check the remaining sleep time

Press [SLEEP] once while holding [SHIFT] down. The remaining
time is displayed.
After several seconds, the original display returns.

To release the sleep timer while in operation

Press [SLEEP] repeatedly while holding [SHIFT] down until
“SLEEP” disappears.
The timer is also released if the power is switched off.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY, BE SURE TO
DISCONNECT THE AC POWER CORD BEFORE
PROCEEDING WITH ANY MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING.

Cleaning the cabinet

Use a clean soft cloth moistened with plain lukewarm water and
wrung dry. Never use benzol, benzene or other strong chemical
cleaners since these could damage the finish of your unit. It is
important that no liquid reaches the inside of the unit.

Cleaning the DVD player
lens

The lens should never be
touched. If dust is on the
lens, blow it off using a
camera lens blower.
(Please consult your
dealer.)

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you have followed the instructions and are having difficulty operating the unit, locate the SYMPTOM in the left column below. Check
the corresponding POSSIBLE CAUSE and CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to locate and remedy the problem.

SYMPTOM

No power.

The power is on, but the player does not
work.

No power plug connection at the AC wall outlet.

The system cable is not connected.

No disc is loaded.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Insert the power plug into the AC wall outlet.

Connect the system cable. (See page E8.)

Load a disc.

No picture.

An unplayable disc is loaded.

The TV is not set to receive signal from the unit.

The video cable is not connected.

“PROGRESSIVE” mode is set.

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Load a playable disc. (Check the disc logo, type,
color system and region number.) (See page E20.)

Select the correct input function on the TV.

Connect the video cable into the jack.

Select “INTERLACE” mode. (See page E21.)

SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

No sound.

Sound is heard from only one speaker.

No sound from the rear speaker.

Noise is heard from the rear speaker.

The playback picture is poor.

Part of On-Screen-Display is cut off.

“ ” appears on the TV screen.

Volume control is set to minimum.

The wrong function is selected.

Faulty speaker connections.

DTS disc is played back.

Faulty connection of speaker wires.

The power (z/ON) switch is not on.

The FREQUENCY switch position doesn't match.

It is electronic jamming.

An unplayable disc is loaded.

Incorrect aspect ratio setup on TV.

The selected function does not operate on the
disc now.

Turn up the volume.

Select the correct function.

Connect the speaker wires firmly to the speaker
terminals. (See page E10.)

Press the ON SCREEN button to see if “DTS sound”
is not selected.
If “DTS sound” is selected, change the sound. (See
page E28.)

Connect the speaker wires firmly to the speaker
terminals. (See page E10.)

Press the power (z/ON) switch. (See page E17.)

Match the FREQUENCY switch position on both
sub-woofer and rear speaker. (See page E12.)

Change the FREQUENCY switch position on both
sub-woofer and rear speaker. (See page E12.)

Use the assistant speaker cable. (See page E12.)

Load a playable disc. (Check the disc logo, type,
color system, and region number.) (See page E20.)

Refer to the instruction manual of your TV.

The feature or action cannot be completed at this
time because:

• The feature is not available at the moment.

• The DVD software restricts it.

• The DVD software doesn’t support the feature
(e.g., angles).

The unit does not start playback.
(“NO DISC” (or “NO PLAY”) appears.)

The TV screen is not steadied.

All files (MP3, WMA, KODAK Picture CD or
JPEG CD) do not appear.

FM stereo broadcast is hard to hear due to
much noise.

The remote control does not work properly.

No disc is loaded.

An unplayable disc is loaded.

The disc is not loaded correctly.

The disc is dirty.

“Parental” is set.

The Screen Saver is set.

The disc has more than 1500 files and/or 150
folders.

Weak signal.

The batteries in the remote control are weak, or
installed incorrectly.

The remote control is not aimed at the remote
sensor window.

Load a disc.

Load a playable disc. (Check the disc logo, type,
color system, and region number.) (See page E20.)

Load the disc with the label facing toward you.

Clean the disc or replace it.

Cancel the parental lock function or change the
rating level. Reset it after play. (See page E37.)

This is not a malfunction.
The unit is automatically set to the Screen Saver
mode after approximately 5 minutes have elapsed
under the stop or pause mode.
Press the a (Play) button to cancel it.

This unit can recognize up to 1500 files and/or
150 folders per disc. (See pages E31 and E32.)

Press the FM MODE button on the remote control
to display “MONO”. (See page E39.)

Reorient the FM antenna lead wire or install an
outdoor FM antenna. (See page E16.)

Check the battery polarity (+ or -).
Replace the batteries. (See page E7.)

Aim the remote control at the remote sensor window.
(See page E7.)

SERVICING:

Should this product require service, refer to the SANYO AUDIO/VIDEO limited warranty.
If you do not have a convenient SANYO service station nearby, contact the SANYO dealer where you purchased the unit. Be sure to
give the model number and explain the problem. The dealer will advise you how to obtain service.

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SPECIFICATIONS

DVD Receiver (DWM-4500)

DVD Video Player

Signal format: NTSC color

Laser: Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650/790 nm
Wow and flutter: Below measurable level

FM Tuner

Frequency range: 87.9 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz (200 kHz steps)
Usable sensitivity: 20.2 dBf (mono)

Inputs/Outputs

SYSTEM: System cable terminal
FM ANT.: FM antenna terminal
PHONES: Stereo headphones jack

General

Dimensions (W x H x D):

Approx. 11.9" x 8.5" x 5.3" (302 x 215 x 134 mm)

Weight: Approx. 4.7 lbs (1.7 kg)

Sub-woofer
(Powered Speaker, ASX-DWM-4500W)

Amplifier

Front Amplifier
Continuous minimum sine wave RMS power output
per channel into 4 ohms at 1kHz with no more than
10% total harmonic distortion (with Center/Sub-

woofer amplifier off) ................................ 100 Watts

Center Amplifier
Continuous minimum sine wave RMS power output
into 4 ohms at 1kHz with no more than 10% total
harmonic distortion (with Front/Sub-woofer ampli-

fier off) ....................................................... 100 Watts

Sub-woofer Amplifier
Continuous minimum sine wave RMS power output
into 4 ohms at 100Hz with no more than 10% total
harmonic distortion (with Front/Center amplifier

off) .............................................................. 100 Watts

Inputs/Outputs

SYSTEM: System cable terminal
AUX (L/R): 1 V/47 kΩ
S-VIDEO OUT:

Y: 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω) C: 0.286 Vp-p (75 Ω)
VIDEO OUT: 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT:

Y: 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω)PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p (75 Ω)
SPEAKERS:

FRONT (L/R): 4 Ω CENTER: 4 Ω
REAR OUT: Assistant speaker cable output jack

General

Power requirements: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 76 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):

Approx. 6.1" x 1.8" x 16" (154 x 415 x 407 mm)

Weight: Approx. 20.5 lbs (9.3 kg)

Front Speaker (DWM-4500S)

Unit used (magnetic shield):

3.1" (8 cm) diameter, Cone type, Full range
Maximum power handling capacity: 100 W (peak)
Nominal impedance: 4 Ω
Dimensions (W x H x D):

Approx. 3.8" x 8.5" x 3.7" (96 x 216 x 95 mm)

Weight: Approx. 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg) (per speaker)

Center Speaker (DWM-4500C)

Unit used (magnetic shield):

3.1" (8 cm) diameter, Cone type x 2

1" (2.5 cm) diameter, Tweeter x 1
Maximum power handling capacity: 100 W (peak)
Nominal impedance: 4 Ω
Dimensions (W x H x D):

Approx. 10.7" X 3.9" X 3.1" (272 X 98 X 78 mm)
Weight: Approx. 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)

Rear Speaker
(Powered Speaker, ASX-DWM-4500R)

Amplifier

Surround Amplifier
Continuous minimum sine wave RMS power output
per channel into 4 ohms at 1kHz with no more than

10% total harmonic distortion ................. 50 Watts

Unit used (non-magnetic shield):

3.1" (8 cm) diameter, Cone type x 2
Maximum power handling capacity: 60 W (peak)
Nominal impedance: 4 Ω

Input/Output

REAR IN: Assistant speaker cable input jack
EXTERNAL SPEAKERS (L/R): 4 Ω

Receiver

Built-in type, 914.1 MHz ~ 915.3 MHz, 4ch selectable

General

Power requirements: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 30 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):

Approx. 18.9" x 4.7" x 7.6" (480 x 120 x 193 mm)

Weight: Approx. 10.6 lbs (4.8 kg)

Transmitter

Built-in type, 914.1 MHz ~ 915.3 MHz, 4ch selectable

Subwoofer

Unit used (non-magnetic shield):

5.1" (13 cm) diameter, Cone type
Maximum power handling capacity: 110 W (peak)
Nominal impedance: 4 Ω

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Because its products are subject to continuous improvement,
Sanyo reserves the right to modify product designs and
specifications without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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For assistance in obtaining repairs and operational information, please contact the following Toll Free Number:

DIAL TOLL FREE: 1-800-813-3435

Weekdays: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Central Time

Also, you may write to SANYO Manufacturing Corporation, 3333 Sanyo Road, Forrest City, Arkansas 72335.

Limited Warranty

LABOR 1 YEAR PARTS 1 YEAR CARRY-IN ONLY

THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY ON SANYO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM A WAL-MART STORE AND USED IN THE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, EXCLUDING HAWAII AND ALL U.S. TERRITORIES AND PROTECTORATES. THIS WARRANTY
APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER AND DOES NOT APPLY TO PRODUCTS USED FOR ANY
INDUSTRIAL, PROFESSIONAL OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSE.

Subject to the OBLIGATIONS and EXCLUSIONS below, SANYO Manufacturing Corporation (“SANYO”) warrants this SANYO
product against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods of LABOR and PARTS specified above. SANYO will repair or
replace (at its option) the product and any of its parts which fail to conform to this warranty with new or refurbished products or parts.
The warranty period commences on the date the product was first purchased at retail from a Wal-Mart Store.

OBLIGATIONS

In order to obtain warranty service, the product must be delivered to and picked up from a Wal-Mart Store at the original retail
purchaser’s expense. The original dated bill of sale, or sales slip from a Wal-Mart Store must be submitted to a Wal-Mart Store at
the time warranty service is requested.

EXCLUSIONS

1. This warranty does not cover (A) the adjustment of customer-operated controls as explained in the appropriate model’s

instruction manual, or (B) the repair of any product whose serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.

2. This warranty shall not apply to the cabinet or cosmetic parts, broken or damaged video heads, batteries or routine

maintenance.

3. This warranty does not apply to uncrating, setup, installation, removal of the product for repair or reinstallation of the product

after repair.

4. This warranty does not apply to repairs or replacements necessitated by any cause beyond the control of SANYO including, but

not limited to, any malfunction, defect or failure caused by or resulting from unauthorized service or parts, improper

maintenance, operation contrary to furnished instructions, shipping or transit accidents, modification or repair by user or any

third party, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect line voltage, fire, flood or other Acts of God, or normal wear and tear.

The foregoing is in lieu of all other express warranties and SANYO does not assume or authorize any party to assume for it any
other obligation or liability.

THE DURATION OF ANY WARRANTIES WHICH MAY BE IMPLIED BY LAW (INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS) IS LIMITED TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL SANYO OR THE
MANUFACTURER OF THE PRODUCT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING
FROM OWNERSHIP OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY DELAY IN THE PERFORMANCE OF ITS OBLIGATIONS
UNDER THIS WARRANTY DUE TO CAUSES BEYOND ITS CONTROL.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND/OR DO NOT ALLOW
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIAL LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE.

For your protection in the event of theft or loss of this product, please keep the following information with a sales receipt in a safe place.

Model No. Serial No. Date of Purchase

Purchase Price Where Purchased

SANYO Manufacturing Corporation

R03/12/18 (M)

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SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.

Printed in China