Sharp HT-DV50H, HT-DV40H User Manual

DVD CINEMA

Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

This manual contains two different home cinema systems, and may not be available in all countries.

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HT-DV40H DVD Cinema consisting of HT-DV40H (main .unit), CP-DV40H (speaker) and CP-SW40H (subwoofer system).

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HT-DV50H DVD Cinema consisting of HT-DV50H (main unit), CP-DV50H (speaker) and CP-SW40H (subwoofer system).

MODEL

HT-DV40H HT-DV50H

OPERATION MANUAL

Note:

This product is not compatible with MTP and AAC file systems.

MODEL : HT-DV40H SPEAKERS : CP-DV40H SUBWOOFER : CP-SW40H

MODEL : HT-DV50H SPEAKERS : CP-DV50H SUBWOOFER : CP-SW40H

HT-DV40H HT-DV50H

Special Notes

WARNINGS

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When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, mains voltage is still present inside the unit. When the ON/ STAND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, the unit may be brought into operation by the timer mode or remote control.

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This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove covers unless qualified to do so. This unit contains dangerous voltages, always remove mains plug from the socket before any service operation and when not in use for a long period.

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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Do not turn the volume on to full at switch on. Listen to music at moderate levels. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

Note for users in United Kingdom:

Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisons of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Acts 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.

Note for users in Australia:

Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying or broadcasting such material without permission of the relevant licenses or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorise the copying or broadcasting of copyright materials and nothing in this OPERATION MANUAL should be

Important Instruction

implied as giving that authority.

For other countries:

Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the copyright. Please refer to the relevant laws in your country.

CAUTIONS

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This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

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This unit contains a low power laser device. To ensure continued safety do not remove any cover or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

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Unauthorised copying, broadcast, public display, transmission,

public performance and rental (regardless of whether or not such activities are for profit) of disc contents are prohibited by law.

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This system is equipped with copy protection technology that

causes substantial degradation of images when the contents of a disc are copied to a video tape.

Copy Protection:

This unit supports Macrovision copy protection. On DVD discs that include a copy protection code, if the contents of the DVD disc are copied using a VCR, the copy protection code prevents the videotape copy from playing normally.

Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098, and 4,907,093, licensed for limited viewing uses only.

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 authorised by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and world wide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

“HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.”

, DivX® Certiﬁed and associated logos are trademarks of

DivX DivX®-Networks, Inc. and are used under license.

Special Note

Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute content created with this product in revenue-generating broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generating content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or on revenue-generating physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Accessories

Please conﬁrm that the following accessories are included.

Cleaning cloth 1 Subwoofer wire 1

Stand

Stands 2

Special

screws 4

Flush

screws 2

CP-DV40H

covers 2

Pattern

paper 1

Deco back

covers 2

Speaker

wires 2

HT-DV40H HT-DV50H

Remote control 1 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3,

R6, HP-7 or similar) 2

FM aerial 1 USB cable 1

HDMI cable 1

General Information

Screws 4 Washer screws 6

CP-DV50H

HT-DV40H HT-DV50H

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General Information

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 10

Description of discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 12

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Preparation for Use

System installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 19

Connecting to a conventional TV/monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Audio connection to other equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Changing the set up menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 - 29

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Basic Operation

General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Setting the clock (Remote Control only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 35

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DVD Operation

Playing a disc

Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 - 37

Various disc functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 - 38

To resume playback after stopping (resume play) . . . . . . . . . 38

DVD mode operation indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

General Information

Basic operation

To locate the beginning of a chapter track (skip) . . . . . . . . . . 39

Fast forward/Fast reverse (search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

To start playback from the desired point (direct play) . . . . . . 40

Useful operation

Still picture/Frame advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Slow motion play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

To change the angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

To zoom images (zoom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

To play the contents between the specified points repeatedly

(A-B repeat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

To select a subtitle or audio language from the disc menu . . 42

Page

To play in the desired order (programmed play) . . . . . . . . . . . 43

To play repeatedly (repeat play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

To change the display on TV screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

To change the display on main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 - 45

To change the subtitle language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

To change the audio language (audio output) . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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CD, CD-R and CD-RW Operation

Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DivX and JPEG disc operation

Playback on the DivX and JPEG menu screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Zoom function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Rotating a picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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USB Memory Playback

Playback on USB memory device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

To remove USB memory device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 - 51

Advanced USB playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 - 52

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Radio Operation

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 - 53

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Advanced Features

Using the Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 - 58

Timer and sleep operation (Remote Control only). . . . . . 59 - 62

Headphone connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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References

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 - 65

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 - 67

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Precautions

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General

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Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well-ventilated area and ensure that there is at least 10 cm (4") of free space along the sides, top and back of the equipment.

10 cm (4")

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Do not place subwoofer system on the same surface as main unit to prevent sound interruption during playback.

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Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration.

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Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which generate electrical noise.

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Do not place anything on top of the unit.

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Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 60˚C (140˚F) or to extremely low temperatures.

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If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power lead from the wall socket. Plug the AC power lead back in, and then turn on your system.

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In case of an electrical storm, unplug the unit for safety.

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Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the wall socket, as pulling the lead can damage internal wires.

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The AC power plug is used as a disconnect device and shall always remain readily operable.

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Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in electric shock. Refer internal service to your local SHARP service facility.

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The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

10 cm (4")

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No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

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Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

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This unit should only be used within the range of 5˚C - 35˚C (41˚F - 95˚F).

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The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climates.

Warning:

The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit. Using this product with a higher voltage other than that which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than that which is specified.

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Cooling fan

This unit is ﬁtted with a cooling fan at the rear for improved cooling. Do not cover the opening in this section with any obstacles.

Cooling fan

Caution:

The unit will get warm whilst being used. Do not touch the warm areas of the unit for prolonged periods to avoid injury.

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Volume control

The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker efficiency, location, and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels. Do not turn the volume on to full at switch on. Listen to music at moderate levels. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

HT-DV40H HT-DV50H

General Information

HT-DV40H HT-DV50H

Controls and indicators

General Information

1 2 3

DOOR OPEN

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Front panel

1. CD Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

2. On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 36, 43, 52, 61, 64

3. Timer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

4. DVD/CD/USB Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 41, 46, 50

5. Disc or USB Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 50

6. Function Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

7. Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

8. Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

9. Disc Eject Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

10. Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

11. USB Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Reference page

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Rear panel

10 11

1. HDMI Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2. FM 75 Ohms Aerial Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

3. Subwoofer Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15, 19

4. Auxiliary Input Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5. Front Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 15

6. Cooling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

7. Optical Digital Input 1 Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

8. Optical Digital Input 2 Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

9. Video Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

10. S-Video Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

11. Component Video Out Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

12. SCART Output Socket (Audio + Video) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

13. AC Power Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Reference page

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

MP3

WMA

FOLDTITLECHAP

14 15

DAILY

DIGITAL

16 17

VS PL

RDS TA PTYI TP

TOTAL

20 21 22 23

MTS MEMORY

SLEEP DAILY

MTS MEMORY MHz

IVC NB SS

18 19

ST DIGITAL VS PL

IVC NB SS

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Display

Reference page

1. Chapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

2. Title Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

3. Folder Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

4. MP3 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

5. WMA Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

6. RDS Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

7. Traffic Announcement Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

8. Dynamic PTY Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

9. Traffic Programme Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

10. Total Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

11. Sleep Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

12. Timer Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

13. Daily Timer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

14. FM Stereo Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

15. FM Stereo Receiving Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

16. Dolby Digital Signal Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

17. DTS Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

18. Dolby Virtual Speaker Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

19. Dolby Pro Logic II Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

20. Mono to Stereo Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

21. Intelligent Volume Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

22. Natural Bass Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

23. Sound Space Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

24. Memory Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

25. Disc or USB Pause Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

26. Disc or USB Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

27. Disc or USB Repeat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 51

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Controls and indicators (continued)

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Speaker system (CP-DV40H)

1. Tweeter

2. Woofers

3. Bass Reflex Duct

4. Speaker Terminals

Speaker grilles are removable:

Make sure nothing comes into contact with the speaker diaphragms when you remove the speaker grilles.

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General Information

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Speaker system (CP-DV50H)

1. Tweeter

2. Woofers

3. Bass Reflex Duct

4. Speaker Terminals

Speaker grilles are not removable.

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Subwoofer (CP-SW40H)

1. Subwoofer

2. Bass Reflex Duct

3. Speaker Terminals

Subwoofer grilles are not removable.

16 17 18

10 11 12

13 14

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Remote control

5 6

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

24 25

26 27

+100

30 31

32 33 34

36 37 38

1. Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

2. DVD Direct Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

3. DVD On Screen Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

4. Direct Search Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 40, 43, 47, 48

5. Memory or Dimmer Button. . . . . . . . 30, 31, 43, 53, 55, 59, 61

6. DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 51

7. Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

8. Enter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 29, 36, 40, 42, 43, 48, 50

9. Cursor Left Button . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 36, 40, 42, 43, 48, 49, 50

DVD Chapter Skip/DVD/MP3/WMA Fast Reverse/CD/MP3/WMA

10. Track Down/Tuner Preset Down and Time Down Button

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 37, 39, 53, 55, 56, 59, 61

11.

Tuning Down or Cursor Down Button

12. USB Play or Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

13. Video Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

14. DVD/CD/MP3/WMA/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 47

15. DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

16. USB Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 60

17. Auxiliary Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

18. Tuner Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52, 55, 56

19. Audio Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 45

20.

Dolby Virtual Speaker Button

21. Shift Button . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 23, 30, 33, 34, 42, 47, 51, 55, 56

22. Volume Up or Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

23. Clear or Display Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 53, 55

24. On/Stand-by Button . . . . 22, 23, 30, 31, 36, 52, 53, 55, 59, 64

25. Clock or Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 59, 61

30. DVD Angle Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 42

31. DVD Subtitle Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 45

32. DVD Zoom Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 49

33. Return Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

34. Tuning Up or Cursor Up Button . . . . . . 23, 36, 42, 43, 49, 52

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Reference page

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Controls and indicators (continued)

35. Cursor Right Button . . . . . . . . . . 23, 36, 40, 42, 43, 48, 49, 50

36. DVD Chapter Skip/DVD/MP3/WMA Fast Forward/CD/MP3/

WMA Track Up/Tuner Preset Up and Time Up Button . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 37, 39, 53, 55, 56, 61

37. DVD Slow Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

38. DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Play or Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 41

39. DVD/CD/MP3/WMA Still Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

40. TV Operation Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Remote control with shift button

2. RDS ASPM Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

3. RDS PTY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

5. Set Up Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

6. A-B Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

7. Top Menu Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

20. Demo Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

22. Subwoofer level

23. RDS DISP Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

26. Sound Space Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34, 35

27.

Natural Bass Button

28.

Intelligent Volume Button

29. Sound Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

General Information

30.

Mono to Stereo Button

32.

Random Button

or + Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34, 35

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34, 35

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34, 35

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 51

Reference page

TV Operation Buttons (Only SHARP TV):

On/Stand-by Button

Volume Up and Down Buttons

Note:

Some models of SHARP TV may not be operable.

Set the TV power to “ON” or “STAND-BY”.

Turn up/down the TV volume.

Input Select Button (TV)

Channel Up and Down Buttons

Press the button to switch the input source.

Switch up/ down the TV channels.

Description of discs

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 Types of playable discs

The DVD player can play back discs bearing any of the following marks:

Disc type Disc contents

DVD Video Disc Audio and video

DVD-R

Disc recorded in Video Mode (*1)(*2)

DVD-RW

Disc recorded in Video Mode (*2)

Audio CD Audio

CD-R/CD-RW (*1)(*2)

Or CD-R/CD-RW recorded in JPEG format (*3) (*4)

Video disc (Ver 6 and below) Audio and video

DivX

(movies)

Audio and video

(movies)

Audio and video

(movies)

Audio and picture

(movies)

(*1): Playability depends on recording device or disc condition

(special disc, scratches, dirt or dirt on pick up).

(*2): The DVD-R/DVD-RW/CD-R/CD-RW may not be played back

properly depending on the recording equipment or the disc.

(*3): JPEG or JPG picture discs are also playable on this unit.

However, pictures may not be clear (depends on resolution and recording method).

(*4): If the file size is larger than 10 Mb, it will take some time for the

file to be displayed.

 For unplayable discs, see page 12.

Types of playable DVD discs vary depending on the region. This unit can play back only DVDs with the same region number written on the back of the unit.

22 3 4

Icons used in this operation manual

Some functions may not be available depending on discs. The following icons indicate the discs that can be used in the section.

... Indicates DVDs.

... Indicates audio CDs.

... Indicates CD-R/RW with MP3 recording.

... Indicates CD-R/RW with WMA recording.

WMA

... Indicates CD-R/RW with JPEG recording.

... Indicates CD-R/RW with DivX

 Some operations may not be performed depending on discs even

if they are described in this manual.

 During operation, “INVALID KEY” may be displayed on the screen.

This means that the operations described in this manual are prohibited by the disc.

recording.

General Information

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Description of discs (continued)

 Discs that cannot be played

DVDs without the region

number on the back of the unit.

DVDs with SECAM

system

DVD-ROM DVD-RAM DVD-Audio

 The discs above cannot be played at all, or no sound is heard

although images appear on the screen or vice versa.

 Incorrect operation may damage the speakers and can have an

adverse effect on your hearing when played at high volume settings.

 You cannot play illegally produced discs.

Notes:

 A disc which has scratches or fingerprints may not play properly.

Refer to “Care of compact discs” (page 65) and clean the disc.

 Do not play discs of special shapes (heart or octagon shaped) as

they can be ejected whilst rotating and cause injury.

 Title, chapter and track

DVDs are divided into “titles” and “chapters”. If the disc has more than one movie on it, each movie is a separate “title”. “Chapters” are subdivisions of titles.

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1

Audio CDs consist of “tracks”.

General Information

A “track” is each tune on an audio CD.

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Note:

Title, chapter, or track numbers may not be recorded on some discs.

 DivX®

 Official DivX CertifiedTM product  Plays all versions of DivX® video

(including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media files

(DivX version cannot be upgraded on this product.)

Chapter 2

Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

CDG CDV Photo CD CD-ROM SACD Discs recorded in

special formats, etc.

DVD+R DVD+RW

 Icons used on DVD discs

Check the icons on the DVD case before playing your discs.

Display Description

Region number (playable area number)

2 3 4

Format recorded on the DVD To adopt the video format to the

Recorded in 4:3.

You can enjoy wide images on a wide-screen TV and letterbox size images on the 4:3 size TV.

You can enjoy wide images on a wide-screen TV and 4:3 images with the side edges cut on the 4:3 size TV.

Type of subtitles recorded Recorded subtitle languages.

Example:

1: English

2: French

Number of camera angles Number of angles recorded on the

Number of audio tracks and audio recording systems

Example: 1: Original <English> (Dolby Digital 2 Surround)

2: English (Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround)

DVD discs are programmed with region numbers indicating countries in which they can be played. This system can play discs with region number on the back of the unit.

connected TVs (“wide-screen TV” or “4:3 size TV”).

Language can be selected with the SUBTITLE button.

DVD. Angles can be selected with the ANGLE button.

The number of audio tracks and audio recording systems are indicated.

The audio recorded on the DVD

can be switched by using the AUDIO button.

The number of audio tracks and

recording systems vary depending on the DVD. Check them in the DVD's manual.

System installation

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Installation image:

Subwoofer

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Installation image:

CP-DV50H speakers (left and right)

CP-DV40H speakers (left and right)

Unit

 Magnetically shielded speakers

The speakers can be placed beside or near the TV as they are magnetically shielded. However, uneven colours may appear on the screen depending on the type of TV.

If colour variation occurs:

Turn off the TV (from the power switch). After 15 - 30 minutes, turn the TV on again.

If the colour variation is still present:

Move the speakers further away from the TV. Refer to the operation manual of the TV for details.

Note:

The speakers and subwoofer are magnetically shielded.

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Subwoofer

Unit

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Right speaker

Left speaker

FM aerial

Subwoofer

To a wall socket

Left speaker

Red

Purple

Make sure to unplug the AC power lead before making any connections.

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RIGHT

LEFT

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Left speaker

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Right speaker Left speaker

Subwoofer

Purple

FM aerial

Red

To a wall socket

Red

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System connections (continued)

Make sure to leave the AC power lead disconnected when connecting the speakers.

To prevent accidental short circuits between + and - terminals, connect the speaker wires to the speakers first, then to the unit.

 CP-DV40H

To install the speaker stand

1 Align the hole on the speaker stand to the hole on speaker.

Fix them securely with the special screw provided.

2 Route the speaker wire through the speaker stand hole. Connect

the wire without insulation tube to the speaker minus ( and the wire with red insulation tube to the speaker plus (+) terminal.

Special screw

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Speaker stand

Stand hole

Speaker

) terminal,

To mount the speakers on the wall

Caution:

 Be very careful to prevent the speaker [2.1kg (4.6 lbs.)] from

falling when mounting on the wall.

 Before mounting, check the wall strength. (Do not put on the

veneer plaster or whitewashed wall. The speakers may fall.) If unsure, consult a qualified service technician.

 Mounting screws are not supplied. Use appropriate ones.  Check all mounting screws for looseness and that they are

engaged in the speakers.

 Mount the speakers on the wall using 2 screws each for horizontal

position and using 1 screw each for vertical position.

 Select a good location. If not, accidents may occur or the speaker

may get damaged.

 Avoid placing on a bed, sofa, water tank, sink and hallway wall.  To avoid accidents, fix the speaker wires to the wall. You may trip

over them.

 SHARP is not responsible for accidents resulting from improper

installation.



Driving screws

SHARP designed the speakers so you may hang them on the wall. Use proper screws (not supplied). See below for size and type.

3 Connect the other end to the main unit. 4 Attach the stand cover.

Stand cover

Special screw

3.2 mm (1/8")

5 mm (3/16")

9 mm (3/8")

Min. 22 mm (7/8")

1 Horizontal position : Fix the pattern paper and fix two

screws into the wall with a distance of

Vertical position : Fix the pattern paper and screws into

160 mm (6-5/16") in between.

the wall.

 Installing the speakers

1 Align the deco back cover to the hole on the speaker.

Fix them securely with the flush screw.

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(Horizontal position) (Vertical position)

)

-6( mm 061

Pattern paper for speaker

2 Make a hole in the wall using a drill.

32 mm (1-1/4")

8 - 9 mm (3/8")

3 Fix a wall mount plug into the hole using a hammer, until it

is flush with the wall surface.

4 Fix screws into the wall for the speaker, as shown in

the illustration.

 Make sure that the screw and the wall can support a

load of 20 kg (45 lbs).

 Fix the screws, so the screw head extends about 5.5 mm

(7/32") from the wall.

5.5 mm (7/32")

Wall surface

Wall mounting screw

Wall surface

Speaker box

Deco back cover

Flush screw

2 Tighten the screws and remove the paper. Hook the

speaker on the screw heads and make sure it is properly secured.

(Horizontal position) (Vertical position)

Speaker

Wall surface Wall surface

wire

Speaker wire

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System connections (continued)

 CP-DV50H

1 Route the speaker wire through a stand hole and attach the

bottom cabinet to stand.

2 Fix them securely with the supplied 3 washer screws.

Bottom cabinet

Speaker wire

Stand

3 Attach the top cabinet to bottom cabinet and fix them securely

with the supplied 2 screws.

Top cabinet

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4 Connect the wire without insulation tube to the speakers minus

(

) terminal, and the wire with red insulation tube to the speakers

plus (+) terminal.

5 Connect the other end of speaker wire to the main unit.

Warning:

 Fix the speaker stand properly according to this manual. Improper

fixing may cause speaker to fall leading to injury or breakage.

 To ensure a proper fixing, contact your dealer or installer.  During ﬁxing, be careful not to pinch your ﬁngers.  Do not modify or change the stand. It may cause the speaker to

fall leading to injury or breakage.

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 Subwoofer

1 Connect the wire without insulation tube to the SUBWOOFER

minus (-) terminal, and the wire with purple insulation tube to the SUBWOOFER plus (+) terminal.

Purple

Caution:

 Never mistake the FRONT SPEAKERS and the SUBWOOFER

terminals. The unit or the speakers may be damaged.

 If you use other speakers with an impedance lower than that

specified, the unit may be damaged. Front speakers: 4 ohms, Subwoofer: 12 ohms.

 Do not mistake the right and the left

channels. The right speaker is the one on the right side when you face the unit.

 Do not let the bare speaker wires touch

each other.

 Do not allow any objects to fall into or to be

placed in the bass reflex duct.

 Do not stand or sit on the subwoofer/

speakers. You may be injured.

Incorrect

 Aerial connection

Supplied FM aerial:

Connect the FM aerial wire to the FM 75 OHMS socket and position the FM aerial wire in the direction where the strongest signal can be received.

Note:

Placing the aerial on the unit or near the AC power lead may cause noise pickup. Place the aerial away from the unit for better reception.

FM aerial

 External FM aerial

Use an external FM aerial if you require better reception. Consult your dealer.

75 ohms coaxial cable

Note:

When an external FM aerial is used, disconnect the supplied FM aerial wire.

External FM aerial

 AC power connection

After checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug the AC power lead of this unit into the wall socket. If you plug in the unit first, the unit will enter the stand-by mode.

Wall socket

Note:

Unplug the AC power lead from the wall socket if the unit will not be in use for a prolonged period of time.

(AC 220 - 240 V ~ 50 Hz)

 Demonstration mode

The first time the unit is plugged in, the unit will enter the demonstration mode. You will see words scroll.

To cancel the demonstration mode:

When the unit is in the power stand-by mode (demonstration mode), press the SHIFT and DEMO buttons on the remote control. The unit will enter the low power consumption mode.

To return to the demonstration mode:

When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the SHIFT and DEMO buttons on the remote control again.

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Connecting to a conventional TV/monitor

Caution:

Turn off all other equipment before making connections.

 If the TV/monitor has video input, connect it to

the VIDEO OUT socket on the rear of the unit.

Video signal

(not supplied)

To video input socket

 If the TV/monitor has S-video input, connect it to

the S-VIDEO OUT socket on the rear of the unit.

Video signal

Notes:

 Change the TV input in accordance with the connected socket.  Do not connect other equipment between the TV and this unit. If

they are connected via a VCR, pictures may be distorted.

 If your TV has different indications for the component video inputs

(Y, CB and CR or Y, B-Y and P-Y), connect sockets with its matching colour.

 Do not connect to a component video input socket designed for

the high-vision system, which is not DVD-compatible (the images may be distorted or not appear).

 If the TV/monitor has scart input, connect it to

the SCART OUT socket on the rear of the unit. (Do not connect the SCART cable to equipment other than the TV/monitor)

 To select SCART function:  On main unit: Press FUNCTION button repeatedly until SCART is

 On remote control: Press AUX button repeatedly until SCART is

displayed.

S-video cable (not supplied)

To S-video input socket

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 If the TV/monitor has component video input,

connect it to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT socket on the rear of the unit.

Component video cable (not supplied)

To component video input socket

To SCART input socket

SCART cable (not supplied)

Video/Audio signal

 If the TV/monitor has HDMI input, connect it to

the HDMI socket on the rear of the unit.

HDMl cable

To HDMI input socket

Audio connection to other equipment

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You can hear the sound of other equipment via this product. Connect the DVD player, VCR or digital tuner to a TV directly to receive the images (refer to the operation manual of each equipment).

Caution:

Turn off the other equipment before making this connection.

 Connection for the analogue sound (VCR, etc.)

To select AUX function:  On main unit: Press FUNCTION button repeatedly until AUX is

displayed.

 On remote control: Press AUX button repeatedly until AUX is

displayed.

To audio input sockets (AUX IN)

Audio cable (commercially available)

To audio output sockets

 Connection for the digital tuner sound (or other

optical digital equipment such as an MD player)

If the digital equipment has an optical output socket, you can enjoy better sound by connecting it to the optical digital input socket of the main unit using the optical digital cable. To select OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 function:  On main unit: Press FUNCTION button repeatedly until

OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 is displayed.

 On remote control: Press AUX button repeatedly until

OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2 is displayed.

Optical digital cable (commercially available)

To optical digital audio output socket

To optical digital audio input socket

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VCR, DVD recorder, etc.

Digital tuner, etc.

Digital equipment such as a digital music player

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Remote control

 Battery installation

1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the supplied batteries according to the direction

indicated in the battery compartment.

When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towards the

battery terminals.

3 Close the cover.

Precautions for battery use:

 Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.  Do not mix old and new batteries.  Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for long periods

of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

Caution:

 Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).  Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to

Preparation for Use

malfunction.

 Batteries (battery packed or batteries installed) shall not be

exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Battery removal:

Open the battery cover and pull up the battery to take out.

Notes concerning use:

 Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the

operation becomes erratic. Purchase 2 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).

 Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the

sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.

 Exposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere with

operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit if this occurs.

 Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and

vibrations.

 Test of the remote control

After installing the unit (see pages 13 - 21), check that the remote control operates correctly. Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the unit.

The remote control can be used within the range shown below:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the power turn on? Now, you can use the unit.

Remote sensor

0.2 m - 6 m (8" - 20’)

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

Changing the set up menu

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

+100

1 Turn on the TV. 2 Set the TV to the correct input, eg. “AV1”, “VIDEO”, etc. 3 Turn on the unit by pressing the

ON/STAND-BY button.

The SHARP startup screen appears.

Note:

Startup screen will be displayed when both S-Video cable and SCART cable are connected to the TV. If only the SVideo cable is connected, the screen may be blank. To set up S-Video mode, use video out cable or SCART cable.

4 Press the SHIFT and SET UP buttons.

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5 Press the or button to select a menu.

 See the list on pages 24 - 29 for set up menu.

6 Press the , , or button to change the setting and

press the ENTER button.

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7 After setting is completed, select

“EXIT SET UP”, then press the ENTER button to return to the main page.

Notes:

 The setting are stored even if the unit is set to stand-by mode.  The backup function protects the stored setting for a few hours

should there be a power failure or AC power lead disconnection.

 System set up can be performed during playback mode.

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Changing the set up menu (continued)

Set up menu Selectable parameters (* indicates default setting) Description

SYSTEM SET UP

TV SYSTEM NTSC

PAL* AUTO

Select the correct colour system (TV standard). (for details, see page 28)

VIDEO S-VIDEO

TV TYPE 4:3 PS*

PASSWORD _ _ _ _ Change the password (for details, see page 29). RATING 1 KID SAFE

DEFAULT RESTORE This resets all settings, except for PARENTAL to

LANGUAGE SET UP

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OSD LANGUAGE

SCART* COMP. P-SCAN ON COMP. P-SCAN OFF

4:3 LB 16:9

2 G 3 PG 4 PG13 5 PG-R 6 R 7 NC-17 8 ADULT*

ENGLISH* FRENCH SPANISH CHINESE GERMAN ITALIAN PORTUGUESE DUTCH

Select “S-VIDEO or SCART or COMP. P-SCAN ON or COMP. P-SCAN OFF” mode if connecting unit to TV (for details, see page 20). Selection can also be made using remote control VIDEO MODE button.

The screen mode should be set according to the connected TV type (for details, see page 28).

Set a restriction level for DVD viewing (for details, see page 29). Enter a 4-digit password. It is set to 0000 by default.

the factory defaults. You can select the desired OSD (On Screen

Display) language for the set up menu or playback control screen. Example: To select German language, choose “GERMAN” from the menu. Press ENTER button and below screen will appear in German.

SPRACHE EINST OSD-SPRACHE

AUDIO UNTERTITEL MENU DIVX[R] VOD

MENU ENDE

ENGLISCH FRANZÖSISH SPANISH CHINESISCH

DEUTSCH

ITALIENISCH PORTUGIESISCH HOLLÄNDISH

Set up menu Selectable parameters (* indicates default setting) Description

LANGUAGE SET UP

AUDIO SET UP

AUDIO LANG

SUBTITLE LANG

MENU LANG

DivX [R] VOD

ENGLISH* FRENCH SPANISH CHINESE GERMAN ITALIAN

ENGLISH* FRENCH SPANISH CHINESE GERMAN ITALIAN OFF

ENGLISH* FRENCH SPANISH CHINESE GERMAN ITALIAN

REGISTRATION

CODE

********

AUDIO OUT SP DIF/OFF

SP DIF/RAW SP DIF/PCM*

Select the language audible from the speakers.

Select the subtitle displayed on the TV screen.

Select the disc menu language.

SHARP provide you the DivX registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX service. Please go to www.divx.com/vod for more information.

Useful whilst using HDMI cable. When playing a disc recorded with Dolby Digital or DTS, the corresponding digital signals will be output from the HDMI output socket.  PCM : Choose this setting if the TV with HDMI

technology cannot support Dolby Digital or DTS to avoid noise or mute from the TV.

 RAW : Choose this setting if the TV with HDMI

technology can support Dolby Digital or DTS.

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Changing the set up menu (continued)

Set up menu Selectable parameters (* indicates default setting) Description

VIDEO SET UP

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BRIGHTNESS To adjust TV screen brightness level.

CONTRAST To adjust TV screen contrast level.

HUE To adjust TV screen hue level.

12 10

8 6 4 2

12 10

8 6 4 2 0

+6 +4 +2

-2

-4

-6

Set up menu Selectable parameters (* indicates default setting) Description

SATURATION To adjust TV screen saturation level.

12 10

8 6 4 2 0

DIGITAL SET UP

EXIT SET UP

HDMI OUTPUT 480P/576P

720P*

1080 I DYNAMIC RANGE

To select HDMI resolution.

Dynamic Range Control can be set from OFF to FULL. FULL : Dynamic Range Control set to maximum.

FULL

6/8

4/8

2/8

OFF

The setting is completed.

: Dynamic Range Control set to off.

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Changing the set up menu (continued)

 TV display setting

Indicator Setting

4:3 PS When playing a wide image (16:9)

disc, the left and right sides of the image are cut (pan scan) to display a natural-looking 4:3 size image. A wide image disc without pan scan is played back in 4:3 letterbox. A 4:3 disc is played in 4:3.

4:3 LB When playing a wide image (16:9)

disc, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom and you can enjoy full wide images (16:9) on a 4:3 size TV.

A 4:3 disc is played in 4:3.

16:9 A wide image (16:9) is displayed

when playing a wide image (16:9) disc.

When playing a 4:3 image disc, the image size

depends on the setting of the connected TV.

If you play back a wide image (16:9) disc with this unit

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Note:

When playing disc with a fixed video format, the display setting will not change even if the TV screen size is changed.

connected to a 4:3 TV, the vertically shrunk image is displayed.

 TV system setting

Indicator Setting

NTSC Select this mode for the NTSC TV. PAL Select this mode for the PAL TV. AUTO Select this mode for the multi-system TV.

Note:

To achieve optimal picture setting when playing back a DVD disc, ensure the setting of the main unit TV system are the same as the disc video system.

Refer pages 23 - 27 “Changing the set up menu” and follow the changing steps provided.

DVD disc type Unit setting

NTSC NTSC PAL PAL

 Language setting

Indicator Setting

OSD LANGUAGE

AUDIO LANG

SUBTITLE LANG

MENU LANG

A language for screen display can be set for the set up menu, message, etc.

English French

DISC LOADING DISQUE CHARGEMENT

A language for audio can be set. You can specify a language for conversation and narration.

English French

Thank you

A language for subtitle can be set. The subtitle are displayed in a specified language.

English French

Thank you

A language for disc menus can be set. Menu screens are displayed in a specified language.

English French

CAST

STAFF

Merci

ACTEURS

PERSONNEL

erci

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 Rating setting

1 Select “SYSTEM SET UP” on the Set up menu screen (see

steps 1 - 6 on page 23).

2 Before setting “RATING”, ensure password is unlocked

“ ”. The “RATING” level cannot be set if the password is locked “ ”.

3 After selecting “RATING” in steps 1 - 6 on page 23, select the

rating level and press the ENTER button to confirm.

4 After entering rating level, select “PASSWORD” to lock the

password key.

5 Enter a 4-digit password using the Direct Search buttons

and press the ENTER button.

*If this is the first time, enter “0000” as factory default password.

Indicator Setting

1 KID SAFE Only DVD software intended for children can be

2G to 7 NC-17 Only DVD software intended for general use and

8 ADULT DVD software of any grade (adult/general/

* Level 8: for most restrictive viewing ===> Level 1: for general audiences viewing. The smaller the number, the greater the level of restriction.

Note:

Whilst playing a disc with parental lock, the display may appear requesting a password in order to watch some restricted scenes. In such case, enter the password to temporarily change the parental level.

played back.

children can be played back.

children) can be played back.

 Password setting

From the set up menu, select “SYSTEM SET UP”, “PASSWORD” and choose “----- ”.

1 When setting the password for the first time, enter the

factory default password by pressing “0000”. The “ ” will be unlocked.

2 Enter your new password (maximum 4-digits) using the

Direct Search buttons and press ENTER button to return. The “ ” will be locked.

3 Enter again the same new password and press ENTER

button to return. The “ ” will be unlocked.

4 To change to another password, repeat steps 2 - 3. 5 Exit set up.

Note:

If you forget your password, cancel the current password by pressing “0000” using the Direct Search buttons.

Preparation for Use

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 Volume auto fade-in

 If you turn off and on the main unit with volume set to 34 or

higher, the volume starts at 20 and fades in to the last set level.

 If you turn off and on the main unit with the volume level set to less

than 34, the volume starts at the last level volume setting.

 Volume control

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Volume

ring

Main unit operation:

When the VOLUME control is turned clockwise, the volume will increase. When it is turned anti-clockwise, the volume will decrease.

Remote control operation:

Press the VOLUME (+ or –) button to increase or decrease the volume.

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 To turn the power on

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

After use:

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Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

 Illumination light control

Press the MEMORY/DIMMER button for more than 2 seconds to adjust the brightness of the display and volume ring.

Volume ring light and display bright

Volume ring light off and display dim

Volume ring light off and display gets dimmer

 Auto power off function

In the stop mode of discs/USB operation, the main unit enters the stand-by mode after 15 minutes of inactivity.

 Subwoofer level control

The subwoofer level can be adjusted. To increase the level, hold down the

SHIFT button and press the SUBWOOFER LEVEL + button.

To decrease the level, hold down the SHIFT button and press the SUBWOOFER LEVEL

button.

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Notes:

 When sound from the subwoofer is distorted, decrease the

subwoofer level.

 When changing the subwoofer level, the output level of the

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT is also changed.

 Function

When the FUNCTION button on main unit is pressed, the current function will change to different mode. Press the FUNCTION button repeatedly to select desired function.

DVD/CD USB TUNER OPTICAL 1

OPTICAL 2AUX INSCART

Note:

The backup function will protect the memorised function mode for a few hours should there be a power failure or the AC power lead becomes disconnected.

Setting the clock (Remote Control only)

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In this example, the clock is set for the 24-hour (0:00) display.

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. 2 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. 3 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select

“CLOCK”, and press the MEMORY/DIMMER button.

4 Press the or button to select 24-hour or 12-hour

display and then press the MEMORY/DIMMER button.

“0:00” The 24-hour display will appear. (0:00 - 23:59) “AM 12:00” The 12-hour display will appear. (AM 12:00 - PM 11:59) “AM 0:00” The 12-hour display will appear. (AM 0:00 - PM 11:59)

5 Press the or button to adjust the hour and then

press the MEMORY/DIMMER button.

Press the or button once to advance the time by 1 hour. Hold it down to advance continuously.

6 Press the or button to adjust the minutes and then

press the MEMORY/DIMMER button.

Press the or button once to advance the time by 1 minute. Hold it down to change the time in 5-minute intervals.

To conﬁrm the time display:

[When the unit is in the stand-by mode] Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. The time display will appear for about 10 seconds.

[When the power is on] Press the CLOCK/TIMER button. Within 10 seconds, press the or button to display the time. The time display will appear for about 10 seconds.

Note:

The “CLOCK” will appear or time will ﬂash to conﬁrm the time display when the AC power supply is restored after a power failure or unplugging the unit. If incorrect, readjust the clock as follows.

To readjust the clock:

Perform “Setting the clock” from step 1. If the “CLOCK” does not appear in step 3, step 4 (for selecting the 24-hour or 12-hour display) will be skipped.

To change the 24-hour or 12-hour display:

1 Clear all the programmed contents. [Refer to “Factory reset,

clearing all memory” on page 64 for details.]

2 Perform “Setting the clock” from step 1.

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Enjoying surround sound (sound mode)

 Preset sound modes and sound image

Voice of narration comes out from the

You can enjoy normal stereo sounds.

centre; you can hear cheers and feel the atmosphere in the theatre with a wide sound field like 5.1ch.

Appropriate for sports broadcasting such as baseball and football.

Enjoy a wide sound field like 5.1ch as well as enhanced powerful bass sounds.

Suitable for movies, etc.

Easy to listen to bass sounds such as

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voice of narration (even at low volume) due to well-controlled bass sounds.

Suitable for news, etc.

Enhanced bass sounds create clearcut and spacious sounds at 2.1ch.

Appropriate for music, etc.

Words are easy to hear and loud sounds are controlled; even at low volume, you can enjoy a wide sound field like 5.1ch.

Suitable for listening to sounds of movies at low volume.

Bass frequencies are emphasised. You can select the BASS level.

Treble frequencies are emphasised. You can select the TREBLE level.

Notes:

 Subwoofer sound levels for preset sound modes are set to

the recommended levels.

 You can adjust a subwoofer sound level by each preset sound

mode (see page 30). Return the settings to default by resetting (see page 64).

 Preset sound mode

Select any of the 8 preset modes already set to the optimal sound quality levels.

Select a desired sound mode by pressing the SHIFT and SOUND MODE buttons simultaneously.

DisplayPreset sound mode

STANDARD

CINEMA

NEWS

 Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) sound mode

The Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) creates virtual surround sound comparable to the 5.1ch sound produced by the 2.1ch speaker. When setting DVS to “ON” for 2 channel stereo signals, Dolby Pro Logic (see page 34) brings out virtual sound effects through the signals converted into 5.1ch.

Press the DVS button.

The Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator lights up and set change to DVS WIDE mode. Press DVS button again to change to DVS REFERENCE mode.

Press the DVS button again to return to “DVS OFF”.

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SPORT

NIGHT

BASS

TREBLE

 Bass control

1. Press the SHIFT and SOUND MODE buttons simultaneously to select “BASS”.

2. Within 10 seconds, press the VOLUME (+ or –) button to adjust the bass.

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 Treble control

1. Press the SHIFT and SOUND MODE buttons simultaneously to select “TREBLE”.

2. Within 10 seconds, press the VOLUME (+ or –) button to adjust the treble.

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Notes:

 The DVS default setting is “WIDE” mode.  When setting the DVS mode to “WIDE” or “REFERENCE”, the

preset sound mode and Audistry (SOUND SPACE mode, MONO TO STEREO mode) are cancelled. (The NATURAL BASS mode and the INTELLIGENT VOLUME mode are not cancelled.)

 Monaural signals do not generate surround effects.  In case input signal is Dual mono type and DVS is set to “WIDE”

or “REFERENCE”, the sound may not be output correctly.

 When unit is turned on for the first time, selecting BASS

mode using the SOUND MODE button will automatically set the DVS to OFF. Subsequently, when BASS mode is selected again, the DVS setting will follow the current user setting.

 When headphone is inserted, DVS setting and BASS/TREBLE

setting, set earlier by user will be cancelled. However the DVS setting will not be recovered when the headphone is unplugged.

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Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) (continued)

ON The Dolby Virtual Speaker creates multichannel-like

OFF The Dolby Virtual Speaker is deactivated.

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sound effects.

Compared with the cinema mode, the bass sound level is slightly reduced.

The Dolby Pro Logic indicator also lights up if 2ch sound signals are detected.

 Audistry sound mode

Enjoy a variety of sounds by each or any combination of the 4 modes.

Press the SHIFT and desired mode button simultaneously.

Press it again to cancel.

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Possible combinations

SOUND

When you select “SOUND SPACE”

When you select

“NATURAL BASS”

When you select

“INTELLIGENT VOLUME”

When you select

“MONO TO STEREO”

When you select

”

“DVS

SPACE

NATURAL

BASS

:Enabled

INTELLIGENT

VOLUME

:Disabled

MONO TO

STEREO

SOUND SPACE

(Sound stage expansion)

The 4 speakers create spacious stereo sounds.

NATURAL BASS

(Bass sound expansion)

The system's low-frequency characteristics realise the optimal bass sounds.

INTELLIGENT VOLUME

(Peak limiter and expander)

Appropriate listener-friendly volumes realised; the volume is decreased during loud sounds, and increased during low sounds.

(The SOUND SPACE indicator lights up.)

(The NATURAL BASS indicator lights up.)

(The INTELLIGENT VOLUME indicator lights up.)

Notes:

 When setting each mode of Audistry to “ON”, the preset sound

mode setting is cancelled.

 When setting the SOUND SPACE or MONO TO STEREO mode

to “ON”, the DVS setting is also cancelled. (It is not cancelled even if the NATURAL BASS or INTELLIGENT VOLUME mode is set to “ON”.)

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MONO TO STEREO

(Mono Stereo conversion)

You can enjoy monaural sound sources with a stereo-like effect.

(The MONO TO STEREO indicator lights up.)

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Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the “VIDEO 1”, “VIDEO 2”, etc. accordingly.

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 Playback

WMA

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. 2 “SHARP” startup screen appears on the TV screen.

NO DISC

Press the DVD/CD button on the remote control.

Insert the disc into the disc slot, label side up.

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The disc must be fully inserted into the disc slot before playing. If “NO DISC” appears due to improper disc insertion, switch off the AC power supply and then switch it on again.

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8 cm disc can be inserted without an adaptor.

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Due to the structure of the disc information, it takes longer to read an MP3/WMA disc than a normal CD (approximately 20 to 90 seconds).

5 Some discs play automatically. If playback does not start,

press the (DVD/CD ) button.

Disc play indicator

When the menu appears on the TV screen: On DVD:  Select item by using cursor ( , , or ) button and press

ENTER button.

 To return to the previous display, press the RETURN

button.

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 Playback will begin from track 1.  After the last track on the disc is played, the unit will stop

automatically.

To remove the disc: In the stop mode, press the button.

Caution:

 Do not play discs of special shapes (heart, octagon, etc). They

may cause malfunctions.

 Do not push the disc whilst it is moving.  If the power fails whilst the disc is moving, wait until the power is

restored.

 If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the

unit away from the TV or radio.

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Auto power on function

When you press any of these buttons during stand-by mode, the units turns on.

 FUNCTION button (main unit): The unit turns on and the last of

previous function is activated. (DVD/CD/USB/TUNER/OPTICAL 1/OPTICAL 2/AUX IN/SCART)

 / button (main unit): The unit turns on and start playback the

last of previous function of DVD/CD or USB.

 DVD/CD button (remote control): The unit turns on and the “DVD/

CD” function is activated.

 USB button (remote control): The unit turns on and the “USB”

function is activated.

 AUX button (remote control): The unit turns on and the last of

previous function is activated. (OPTICAL 1/OPTICAL 2/AUX IN/ SCART).

 TUNER button (remote control): The unit turns on and the

“TUNER” function is activated.

 USB / button (remote control): The unit turns on and start

playback the “USB” function.

 DVD/CD / button (remote control): The unit turns on and start

playback the “DVD/CD” function.

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Various disc functions

Function Main

Play Press in the stop mode.

Stop Press in the playback mode.

Pause Press in the playback mode.

Track up/ Track down

Fast forward/ Fast reverse

Notes for CD or MP3/WMA disc:

 When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward,

playback will stop. When the beginning of the first track is reached during fast reverse, the unit will enter the playback mode.

 Rewritable multi-session discs with unﬁnished writing, can still be

played.

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Operation

Press the / button to resume playback from the paused point.

Press in the playback or stop mode. If you press the button in the stop mode, press the / button to start the desired track.

Press and hold down in the playback mode. Release the button to resume playback.

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Playing a disc (continued)

To interrupt playback

Press the (DVD/CD ) button. To resume playback from the same point, press the (DVD/CD

) button.

To stop playback DVD:

Press the button twice.

Audio CD/MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX:

Press the button.

CD:

Caution:

 The unit gets slightly warm when used for a long time. It does not

mean the unit is damaged.

 When attempting to play disc with scratches or of a different

region number, or unplayable or restricted (*1) discs, an error

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message will appear on the TV display and the disc will not play.

(*1) Viewing is prohibited on some DVDs according to the audience age.

Notes:

 Stop positions may be recorded on some discs. When you play

such a disc, playback stops here.

 During an operation, “INVALID KEY” may appear indicating that

the operation is disabled by the disc.

Total indicator

 To resume playback after stopping

(resume play)

You can resume playback from the point playback is stopped.

1 Whilst a disc is playing, press the

button.

The system stores the point you stopped.

RESUME

2 To restart play, press the (DVD/CD ) button.

To cancel the resume playback:

Press the button twice.

Notes:

 The resume playback feature is disabled on some discs.  Depending on the disc, playback may resume from slightly before

the stopped position.

 DVD mode operation indicators

The following are examples of operation indicators that appear

during DVD playback.

Operation TV screen Unit display

When the unit is on without a disc.

Disc data is being read.

First time stop

Second time stop

Play

Pause

READ

PRE STOP 9

STOP 9

SEQ PLAY

PAUSE 8

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 To locate the beginning of a chapter track (skip)

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You can move to other tracks with simple operations.

Whilst a disc is playing, press the or button.

 Use the button to skip to the next chapter (track).  Use the button twice to skip to the previous chapter

(track).

Notes:

 Some discs do not display the chapter (track) and the skip feature

is disabled.

 On a DVD, skip does not operate between titles.

 Fast forward/Fast reverse (search)

WMA

You can search the desired point as you play the disc.

1 Whilst a disc is playing, press and hold the or

button.

The scanning speed will change as follows at each press of the button.

PLAY (Normal play)

The disc is forwarded by the button and backward by the

button.

Forward X 2 Forward X 4 Forward X 8 Forward X 20

Backward X 2 Backward X 4 Backward X 8 Backward X 20

2 Press the (DVD/CD ) button to return to the normal

playback.

Notes:

 On some discs, the search is disabled.  On a DVD, search does not operate between titles.  On audio CD, the search can be operated between tracks.  Whilst searching on a DVD, the sound is not heard and the

subtitles only appear at x 2 speed search.

 When search is performed during the DVD playback, pictures may

not be forwarded or reversed in the search speed specified in this manual, depending on the disc or the scene being played.

 The search does not operate on JPEG discs.  Whilst searching on an audio CD, MP3 or WMA disc, the sound

can only be heard at x 2 speed search.

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Input desired time here

startup

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 To start playback from the desired point (direct

play)

To select and play the desired title and chapter:

1 Whilst in the stop or playback mode, press the DIRECT

button.

TV screen

TT 00/02 CH 000/025 y 01:41:14

2 Select the title or chapter by pressing the or button and

enter the title or chapter number using the Direct Search buttons.

Example:

To select chapter 1: Press “1”. To select chapter 12: Press “1” and “2”. To select chapter 22: Press “2” and “2”.

3 Press the ENTER button after confirm.

Notes:

 Direct play feature is disabled on some discs.

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 Some DVD discs may not display the chapter number. You can

specify the desired point only in the current title and not in other titles.

To play by specifying time (time search):

You can play back from the desired point by specifying the time.

1 Press DIRECT button.

2 Press button on the remote control to select time

column. The time will be reset as “00:00:00”.

3 Specify the time with the Direct Search buttons, and then

press the ENTER button.

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 To specify 1 hour 23 minutes and 40 seconds, enter “01:23:40”.  If you enter the wrong number, press or button for the

desired time.

Notes:

 Some discs cannot play from the specified point.  Time search feature is disabled on some discs.

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 Still picture/Frame advance

You can freeze the picture during playback.

1 Whilst a disc is playing, press the

STILL button.

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STEP

 Slow motion play

You can slow down the playback speed.

1 Whilst a disc is playing, press the SLOW button

repeatedly to select the desired speed.

The speed changes as follows:

SF 1/2

PLAY (Normal play)

SF 1/2

Press the (DVD/CD ) button to return to the normal playback.

SF 1/3 SF 1/4 SF 1/5 SF 1/6 SF 1/7

Notes:

 On some discs with movies inside, the slow-motion play function

is disabled.

 The sound is muted during slow-motion play.

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2 Each press of the STILL button advances the frame in

the still mode.

3 Press the (DVD/CD ) button to return to the normal

playback.

Note: The sound is muted during still picture.

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TV screen

Unit display

REPEAT A - B

4A BPOINT B 4B

TV screen

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 To change the angle

You can change the angle of view when playing a DVD disc that contains scenes recorded from multiple angle.

When “ ” is displayed in the upper left corner of the TV screen, press the ANGLE button repeatedly to select the desired angle number.

Notes:

 The angle number is not displayed if angles are not recorded on

 Refer to the manual of the disc as the operation may vary

 To zoom images (zoom)

You can zoom in and zoom out the image during playback.

1 Whilst a disc is playing, press the ZOOM button.

2 To shift the view and display the

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To return to normal view:

Press the ZOOM button repeatedly to select “ZOOM:OFF”.

Notes:

 Images may become distorted when zoomed.  Subtitles cannot be zoomed.  For JPEG ZOOM function, please refer page 49 for details.

the disc.

depending on the disc.

Each press of the ZOOM button cycles through the zoom setting as belows:

PLAY (Normal play)

desired part of a zoomed image, press the , , or button repeatedly.

ZOOM 2 ZOOM 3

ZOOM:OFF

ZOOM 1/4

ZOOM 1/2ZOOM 4

ZOOM 1/3

 To play the contents between the specified

points repeatedly (A-B repeat)

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You can play the desired portion repeatedly by specifying it during playback.

Whilst a disc is playing, press simultaneously

This registers the start point (A).

Press SHIFT and A B button simultaneously again to enter the end point (B).

This starts A-B repeat from the start point (A) to the end point (B).

Press SHIFT and A

to the normal playback.

Notes:

 A-B repeat play is disabled on some discs.  A-B repeat play for DVD is possible only within a chapter.  Some scenes on DVD may not allow A-B repeat play.

SHIFT and A

button simultaneously to return

button

 To select a subtitle or audio language from the

disc menu

You can select the desired subtitle or audio language and sound system [Dolby Digital (5.1ch) or Dolby Digital (2ch)] on your DVD if it has disc menu.

1 Whilst in the stop or playback mode, press the TOP

MENU/MENU button to display the disc menu.

2 Press the , , or button to change the setting and

press the ENTER button.

Note:

The procedure shown here provides only general steps. The actual procedure for using the disc menu depends on the disc. See the disc jacket for details.

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 To play in the desired order (programmed play)

You can play back the desired tracks in a specific order. Maximum of 16 tracks can be programmed.

WMA

1 Whilst in the stop mode, press the MEMORY/DIMMER

button.

The PROGRAM screen shows as follows on CD and USB:

PROG

TV screen

PLAY CLEAR

Unit display

2 Enter a track and chapter number with the Direct Search

buttons.

The PROGRAM screen shows as follows on DVD:

TV screen

PROG

T C T C T C T C

01:12

PLAY CLEAR

The PROGRAM screen shows as follows on CD and USB:

TV screen

PROG

0015

0013

0102

PLAY CLEAR

 For the next entry, repeat the procedure above to enter

other track numbers by pressing Direct Search buttons after pressing ENTER button.

 If you enter the wrong number, you can change the title/

track number by pressing Direct Search buttons again before pressing ENTER button.

 If the track number is 2 digits or more, example track 12, just

press “1” and “2” by Direct Search buttons.

 Folder programmed is not possible.

Unit display

1) ENTER TITLE

2) ENTER CHAPTER

Unit display

3 Select “PLAY” at the PROGRAM menu by pressing , ,

or button and press ENTER button on remote control to start play.

To change the programmed contents:

Repeat the above procedure from step 1.

To cancel the programmed play mode:

Select “CLEAR” at the PROGRAM menu by pressing , , or button and press ENTER button on remote control to cancel the programmed play mode.

Notes:

 If the disc is ejected, the programmed sequence will be cancelled.  The programme will be automatically cancelled if you press the

ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode or change the function from DVD/CD to another.

 During the programme operation, pressing the RANDOM button

will automatically cancel the programme.

 Removing the USB memory device will automatically cancel the

programmed sequence.

 Select “CLEAR” at the PROGRAM menu and press ENTER

button, the programmed sequence will be cancelled.

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 To play repeatedly (repeat play)

You can play a chapter (track) or a title repeatedly by specifying it during playback.

1 Whilst a disc is playing, press the button to Repeat 1.

TV screen

REP: [CHAPTER]

Each time the button is pressed, the repeat play mode changes in the following order. The repeat play mode changes as follows on DVD:

The repeat play mode changes as follows on audio CD:

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The repeat play mode changes as follows on MP3/WMA:

2 To return to the normal playback, press the button

repeatedly to select “NORMAL”.

Notes:

 After performing repeat play, be sure to press the button.

Otherwise, the disc will play continuously.

 On some discs, the repeat play function is disabled.

WMA

REP: [CHAPTER]

REP: [TITLE]

REP: [OFF]

REP: [REP 1]

REP: [REP ALL]

REP:

[OFF] “NORMAL”

REP: [REP 1]

REP: [REP DIR]

REP: [REP ALL]

REP: [OFF]

“TITLE RE ”P

“FOLD REPEAT P”

“ALL REPEAT P”

“CHAP REPP”

“NORMAL”

“1-REPEAT

“ALL REPEAT P”

“1-REPEAT P”

“NORMAL”

Unit display

CHAP REP

Repeat the currently playing chapter.

Repeat the currently playing title.

The normal playback

Repeat the currently

”

playing track.

Repeat the currently playing disc.

The normal playback.

Repeat the currently playing track.

Repeat the currently playing directory.

Repeat the currently playing disc.

The normal playback.

 To change the display on TV screen

You can display or hide the operation indicators on the TV screen. Whilst a disc is playing, press the ON SCREEN button. (The display is changed at each press.)

DVD:

Current title number

DVD

TT 1/28 CH 1/14

1/4ENG 5.1CH 1/5 ENG OFF

Current Subtitle and Audio Language

DVD

TT 1/28 CH 1/14

DVD

TT 1/28 CH 1/14

DVD

OFF

Current chapter number

C 00:00:52

Total number of chapters Total number of titles

Elapsed playback time for the total chapter

C –00:04:59

Remaining playback time for the current chapter

T 00:01:14

Elapsed playback time for the current title

T –01:27:40TT 1/28 CH 1/14

Remaining playback time for the current title

 To change the display on main unit

WMA

Whilst a disc is playing, press the CLEAR/DISPLAY button.

(The display is changed at each press.)

DVD:

CHAPTER Indicator

Current chapter number Current title number

TITLE Indicator

MP3/WMA:

 Title, Artist and Album name is displayed if it is recorded on the disc.  Display content can be changed by pressing the CLEAR/

DISPLAY button on remote control.

Title Display Function Display

 To change the subtitle language

You can change the subtitle language or hide subtitles during playback.

Whilst a disc is playing, press the SUBTITLE button repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language.

[ENGLISH]:

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Album Display Artist Display

Note:

If “UNKNOWN” is displayed, it means Title or Artist or Album name is not recorded.

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The subtitle language, audio language and TV type you select during playback are reset each time you set this unit to stand-by mode or switch the input. To keep your own settings, set them in the Set up menu (see page 23).

Notes:

 On some discs, the subtitle language cannot be changed.  If no subtitles are recorded on the disc, “OFF” is displayed.  It may take time to switch the subtitle language to the selected

one.

 Subtitles cannot be hidden on some DVDs.

 To change the audio language (audio output)

During playback, you can change the audio language (audio output).

Whilst a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired audio number.

You can select desired languages.

: [1 ENGLISH D 5.1CH]

: [2 ENGLISH D 2CH]

Notes:

 On some discs, the audio language cannot be changed.  For the audio language and audio system, refer to the manual of

the disc.

[ENGLISH]:

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Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc

This system can play back a standard CD, CD-R/RW in the CD format and CD-R/RW with MP3 or WMA ﬁles, but cannot record on them. Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the state of the disc or the device that was used for recording.

MP3: MP3 is a form of compression. It is an acronym which stands for MPEG Audio Layer 3. MP3 is a type of audio code which is processed by signiﬁcant compression from the original audio source with very little loss in sound quality.

 This system supports MPEG 1 Layer 3 and VBR files.  During VBR ﬁle playback, time counter in the display may differ

from its actual playback time.

 Bitrate which is supported by MP3 is 32 ~ 320 kbps.

WMA: WMA files are Advanced System Format files that include audio files which are compressed with Windows Media Audio codec. WMA is developed by Microsoft as an audio format file for Windows Media Player.

 “MP3” and “WMA” indicator will light up after the unit reads

information on an MP3 or WMA disc.

 Bitrate which is supported by WMA is 64 ~ 160 kbps.

CD, CD-R and CD-RW Operation

The following playback functions are the same as DVD operations.

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