3-081-707-11(1) CD/DVD Player Operating Instructions For customers in the U.S.A Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Aiwa dealer regarding this product. Model No. XD-AX10 Serial No.______________ For assistance and information visit us on the internet at www.us.aiwa.com call toll free 1-800-BUY-AIWA For Customers in Canada If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-869-2492 for Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Centre at 1-877-869-2492 or write to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6 XD-AX10 © 2003 Sony Corporation WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Welcome! CAUTION You are cautioned that any change or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Thank you for purchasing this CD/ DVD Player. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: This symbol 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. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 2 Precautions · The power requirements and power consumption of this player are indicated on the back of the player. Check that the player's operating voltage is identical with your local power supply. MODEL NO. 1 For the model supplied with the AC plug adaptor If the AC plug of your unit does not fit into the wall autlet, attach the supplied AC plug adaptor. On operation · If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates. · When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don't, the disc may be damaged. Power requirements t AC 00V 00Hz NO. 0-000-000-00 On safety · Caution ­ The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. · To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. · Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On adjusting volume Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played. On power sources · The player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off. · If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. · Should the AC power cord need to be changed, have it done at a qualified service shop only. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine. On cleaning discs Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction. On placement · Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player. · Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes. · Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock. IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma Display Panel televisions and projection televisions are susceptible to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. 3 Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Welcome! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 This Player Can Play the Following Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Notes about the Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Index to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Guide to On-Screen Displays (Control Bar). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Hookups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hooking Up the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 2: Inserting Batteries into the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 3: Connecting the Video Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 4: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 5: Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 6: Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 15 15 16 18 23 23 Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc (Disc Resume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the DVD's Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC Functions (PBC Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Playing an MP3 Audio Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Various Play Mode Functions (Program Play, Shuffle Play, Repeat Play, A-B Repeat Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 27 28 29 30 32 Searching for a Scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Searching for a Particular Point on a Disc (Scan, Slow-motion Play, Search, Freeze Frame) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Searching for a Title/Chapter/Track/Scene, etc. (Search mode) . . . . . . . . . . 37 Viewing Information About the Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Checking the Playing Time and Remaining Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Sound Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Changing the Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Virtual Surround Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Enjoying Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Displaying the Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Adjusting the Playback Picture (PICTURE MODE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Changing the Angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 4 Locking Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Limiting Playback by Children (PARENTAL CONTROL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Using the Setup Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Display or Sound Track Language (LANGUAGE SETUP) . . . . . Settings for the Display (SCREEN SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Custom Settings (CUSTOM SETUP). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Settings for the Sound (AUDIO SETUP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 50 51 52 53 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Self-diagnosis Function (When letters/numbers appear in the display). . . . . Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Language Code List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 57 58 59 60 61 5 About This Manual · Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. · The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below: Icon Meaning Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/ DVD-Rs in video mode or DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs Functions available for VIDEO CDs, Super VCDs, or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs in video CD format or Super VCD format Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs containing MP3* audio tracks) * MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data. This Player Can Play the Following Discs Format of discs DVD VIDEO VIDEO CD Music CD The "DVD VIDEO" is a trademark. Region code Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights. DVDs labeled player. ALL will also play on this If you try to play any other DVD, the message "Playback prohibited by area limitations." will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD is prohibited by area restrictions. MODEL NO. 1 Region code AC 00V 00Hz NO. 0-000-000-00 6 Example of discs that the player cannot play The player cannot play the following discs: · All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/ CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following for ...