DVD STEREO SYSTEM SISTEMA ESTÉREO PARA DISCOS DVD HT-DV1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Owner's record For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the bottom of your set) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty. Model No. HT-DV1 Serial No. (Lot No.) En (English) E (Español) For assistance and information, call toll free 1-800-BUY-AIWA. (United States and Puerto Rico) 8C-AV5-903-01 011217AMK-H9 U ENGLISH WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Explanation of Graphical Symbols: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. - Do not place the system on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. - Do not install the system in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack where ventilation may be impeded. - To avoid internal heat build-up, do not cover the ventilation openings on the rear panel. 5 Foreign objects and liquid -- Be careful that foreign objects or liquid do not enter the system through the ventilation openings. 6 Carts and stands -- The system should be moved with care when placed or mounted on a stand or cart. Sudden stops, excessive force, or an uneven surface may cause the system or cart to fall over. 7 Condensation -- Moisture may form on the pickup lens when: - This system is moved from a cold spot to a warm spot - A heating system has just been turned on - The system is used in a very humid room - The system is cooled by an air conditioner When this system has condensation inside, it may not function normally. Should this occur, leave the system for a few hours, then try to operate again. Electric power 1 Power sources -- Connect this system only to power sources specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on the system. 2 AC power cord - When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC power plug. Do not pull the cord itself. - Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could result in fire or electrical shock. - Power cords should be firmly secured to avoid being severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord from the system to the power socket. - Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or electrical shock. 3 When not in use -- Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the system will not be used for several months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small electrical current continues to flow into the system, even if the power is turned off. 4 In case of lightning -- Immediately disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet. PRECAUTIONS Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the system. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the system should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below. Important This system is designed for the NTSC color systems only. Installation 1 Water and moisture -- Do not use this system near water, such as near a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, or the like. 2 Heat -- Do not use this system near sources of heat, including heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat. This system should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 35°C (95°F). 3 Mounting place -- Place the system: - on a flat , even surface - away from strong magnetic fields - at least one meter away from any radios or receivers Do not place heavy objects on the system. 4 Ventilation -- The system should be situated with adequate space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow a clearance of 10 cm (4 in.) from the rear and the top of the system, and 5 cm (2 in.) from each side. Maintenance Clean the system only as recommended in the Operating Instructions. Damage requiring service Have this system serviced by a qualified service technician if: - The AC power cord or plug has been damaged - A foreign object or liquid has entered the system - The system has been exposed to rain or water - The system does not seem to operate normally - The system exhibits a marked change in performance - The system has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET AND ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE SYSTEM YOURSELF. 2 ENGLISH TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Precautions ............................................................... 2 Before use ................................................................. 4 About symbols .................................................. 4 Supported disc formats .................................... 4 Disc-related terms .............................................. 5 Types of video CDs ............................................ 5 Notes on copyright ............................................ 5 Handling discs .................................................... 6 Cleaning discs .................................................... 6 Storing discs ...................................................... 6 Handling the system ......................................... 6 Cleaning the system ......................................... 6 Remote control .................................................. 7 Parts and controls .................................................... 8 Front panel ......................................................... 8 Remote control .................................................. 9 Display window ............................................... 10 More Features Search ..................................................................... Title search/track search ................................ Chapter search ................................................ Time search ..................................................... Mark search ..................................................... Random playback .................................................. Programmed playback .......................................... Programming tracks ....................................... Modifying the program ................................... Clearing the entire program ........................... Repeat playback .................................................... Repeat playback .............................................. Repeating a section between two specified points (A-B repeat) .................. Zooming and changing the angle ........................ Zooming the picture ....................................... Changing the angle ......................................... Changing the audio track ..................................... Displaying and changing subtitles ...................... Playing an MP3 disc .............................................. Notes on MP3 discs ........................................ Glossary ........................................................... Playing an MP3 disc ....................................... On-Screen Display (OSD) menu for the MP3 disc .............................................. Various MP3 disc operations ......................... Connecting external audio equipment ............... Connecting audio equipment with an optical digital input jack .......................... Connecting audio equipment with analog input jacks .................................... 26 26 27 27 28 29 30 30 31 31 32 32 33 34 34 34 35 36 37 37 37 38 39 39 40 40 40 Preparations Connections ........................................................... 11 Connection diagram ....................................... 11 1 Connecting the DVD player and the amplifier ................................................ 12 2 Connecting to a TV ..................................... 12 3 Connecting the speakers ............................ 14 4 Connecting the AC power cord ................. 15 Basic Operations Playback ................................................................. Adjusting the volume ..................................... Resuming playback ........................................ Still (pause) ...................................................... Frame advance ................................................ Slow playback .................................................. Fast forward/fast reverse ............................... Skipping ........................................................... Checking the play time during playback ...... Playing a video CD without using Playback Control (PBC) ........................... Sound adjustment ........................................... Creating a simulated audio surround effect .......................................................... Basic operation of the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu ............................................... Description of each OSD menu item ............ 16 17 18 18 18 19 19 20 20 20 21 22 23 24 As Necessary Changing setup values ......................................... Basic operations in the setup menu ............. On-Screen Menu .............................................. Disc Languages ............................................... TV Aspect ......................................................... Ratings ............................................................. Audio Output Setting ...................................... Language codes .............................................. Troubleshooting .................................................... Specifications ........................................................ 41 41 42 43 45 46 47 50 51 52 En ENGLISH 3 INTRODUCTION BEFORE USE Please read the following before operating the system. Supported disc formats This system can play discs with the following marks. DVD (8 cm disc/12 cm disc) Video CD (8 cm disc/12 cm disc) Audio CD (8 cm disc/12 cm disc) In addition, this system can play CD-R or CD-RW discs that contain audio titles or MP3 files. NOTES · Depending on the condition of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW disc itself, some CD-R/RW discs cannot be played on the system. · The system cannot play CD-R/RW discs that contain no data, or contain kinds of formatted data other than MP3. For more information about MP3, see page 37. · Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc. · Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g. heart-shaped or octagonal). It may result in malfunctions. About symbols Although this system can play DVDs, video CDs, audio CDs and MP3 discs, some of the functions are restricted depending on the type of disc. The following symbols are used to make distinctions. No symbols: The function works for DVDs, video CDs and audio CDs. : : Indicates a function or display for DVDs only. Indicates a function or display only for video CDs version 2.0 equipped with PBC (Playback Control). Indicates a function or display only for video CDs version 1.1 not equipped with PBC (Playback Control). Indicates a function or display for audio CDs only. Indicates a function or display for MP3 discs only. : : : Playback of MP3 discs is different from that of other kinds of discs. For information about playing MP3 discs, see "PLAYING AN MP3 DISC" on page 37. Note on color system This system is designed for the NTSC color system only. DVDs and video CDs are recorded in the PAL and NTSC color systems. Select DVDs and video CDs recorded in the NTSC color system. Notes on DVDs and video CDs Some playback operations of DVDs and video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this system plays DVDs and video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the system may not be available, or other functions may be added. Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be playable on the system. 4 ENGLISH Region code of the DVD player and DVDs Types of video CDs There are two types of video CDs: Video CDs equipped with PBC (version 2.0) The PBC (Playback Control) function allows you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical computer-like operations. Moreover, still pictures of high resolution can be played if they are included in the disc. Video CDs not equipped with PBC (version 1.1) Operated in the same way as audio CDs, these discs allow playback of video pictures as well as sound, but they are not equipped w ...