SONIQ PD101 User Manual

Safety Instructions

The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol,
within the equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
suffi cient magnitude to cause an electric shock.

The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)

WARNING: TO REDUCE 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.

instructions in this owner's manual.

* SEE BOTTOM OF UNIT FOR

GRAPHIC SYMBOLS *

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN

AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM

The symbol for Class II
(Double lnsulation)

This product contains a
low power laser device.

On Placement

CAUTION

• Do not use the unit in places that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.

On Safety

• When connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may
damage it and create a hazard.

• When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC adaptor.

On Condensation

• When left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside the unit.
When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for 1 to 2 hours
before turning the unit on, or gradually heat the room up and allow the unit to dry before use.

Ventilation Warning

• Do not block the ventilation openings or holes. (If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper
or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)

• Do not operate the unit in a confi ned space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, allow about 10cm of free
space all around the unit for adequate ventilation.

Rating Plate Location

• The rating plate is located on the bottom of the unit.

WARNING:

• Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC adaptor and refer servicing to a qualifi ed technician.

• Do not allow the unit to be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases,

shall be placed on the unit.

• The AC adaptor is used as the disconnect device and it shall remain readily operable. If a malfunction

occurs, disconnect the AC adaptor from the wall outlet at once.

Notes on Copyright

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material
without permission.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132 and 5,583,936 licensed for
limited viewing uses only.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual
property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended
for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.

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Important Safety Instructions

SAFE USE OF YOUR EQUIPMENT

Here are a few tips to help you do this:

READ this instruction manual before you attempt to use the equipment.
NEVER fit, make, or shift stands or legs with woodscrews. Use only approved supports and fasteners

specially designed for the equipment.
NEVER let anyone, especially children, push objects into holes, ventilation slots or any other opening; this
could result in fatal electric shock!

ALWAYS disconnect the AC adaptor when you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time.
ENSURE that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections

between pieces of equipment) are properly made in accordance with the instructions given. Switch off the
main supply when making or changing connections.
CONSULT your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if it is damaged in any way or if it does not function normally.
Disconnect the AC adaptor and consult your dealer.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is part of it's normal function to operate
in your absence, for example a video cassette recorder with timed recording facility.
LISTEN to headphones at moderate volume levels; high volume levels can permanently damage your
hearing.

WARNING:

• AC adaptor is used as the disconnect device. It shall remain readily operable and should not be
obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the AC
adaptor of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.

• Never use an AC adaptor that is damaged, route power lead in a safe manner and make sure it is not
subjected to trapping or pinching. If the power lead is damaged refer to a qualifi ed service agent.

• Place the unit on a fl at and even surface.

• Do not restrict the air fl ow of the unit by placing it in a place with poor air fl ow, by covering it with a cloth,
or by placing it on carpeting.

• To avoid magnetized, do not place the unit near speaker or magnet.

• Do not use this unit in direct sunlight or leave the unit in a closed automobile (or yacht, etc) where it would
be exposed to high temperatures above 40°C.

• It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C or greater than 35°C.

• No naked fl ame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the AC adaptor and main unit.

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Table of Contents

Safety Instructions...................................1

Important Safety Instructions.................2

Table of Contents.....................................3

Disc Formats............................................4

Accessories..............................................5

Control Reference Guide.........................5

Power Supply......................................6 - 7

Using the AC adaptor ..................................6

Using the car power adaptor ......................6

Using the built-in battery ..............................7

Turning on the unit ......................................7

Connections.............................................8

Connecting a TV ..........................................8

Using headphones / earphones ..................8

Sound System..........................................8

Playing a Disc...........................................9

Playing a disc ..............................................9

Pausing playback (still mode) ......................9

Stopping playback .......................................9

Fast forward / Fast reverse .........................9

Skip (forward / reverse) ............................... 9

Viewing JPEG Files................................10

Viewing JPEG fi les ....................................10

Customizing the Function Settings

..........................................................10 - 11

Language setup .........................................10

Video setup ...............................................10

System setup ............................................. 11

Maintenance...........................................12

Cleaning the disc .......................................12

Cleaning the unit .......................................12

Important note ..........................................12

Troubleshooting Guide..........................12

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Disc Formats

The unit can playback discs bearing any of the following marks:

DVDs
[8cm(3")/12cm(5") disc]

Region Management Information

Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management
Information that is encoded on DVDs. If the region number printed on the DVD does not correspond to the region
number of this unit, this unit cannot play that disc.

The region number of this unit is 4.

Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available

When the symbol appears on the TV screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not
available at that time. This occurs because the DVD manufacturer determines the specific functions. Certain
functions may not be available on some discs. Be sure to read the documentation provided with the disc.

Icons Used on DVDs

Sample lcons

Language selections for audio
Language selections for subtitles
Screen aspect ratio
Multiple camera angles

Audio CDs
[8cm(3")12cm(5") disc]

Compatible

Region code indicator

Note:

• When playing back a CD-G (Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio portion will be played, but the graphic
images will not be shown.

Title, Chapter and Tracks

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

• Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. A “track” is usually
one song on an Audio CD.

Note:

• Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded on them, but
some do not.

Notes on Unauthorized Discs

You may not be able to play back some DVDs on this unit if they were purchased from outside your
geographic area or made for business purposes.

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