DVP853 DVD Player User's Guide 7835 E. McClain Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85260 www.sonicblue.com (480) 922-0896 DP00-L0021M Introduction Safety Precautions WARNING CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVERTISSEMENT The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR 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. 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 FCC WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. INDUSTRY CANADA REQUIREMENT This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations. Cet apparel numZ ruque de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R·glement sur le matZ brouilleur du Canada. riel ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUE, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. CAUTION DTS This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference, should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location-see service procedure. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to a laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation exists when the enclosure is open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. FCC NOTICE RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER The model and serial number of your new DVD player are located on the back of the DVD player cabinet. For your future convenience, we suggest that you record these numbers here: MODEL NO. SERIAL NO. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 1 2 Introduction Important Safety Instructions 13. Accessories 20. Laser Beam Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the laser beam. It may cause sight damage. CAUTION PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 21. Disc This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. 6. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool and the like. Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction. 22. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: 1. Read owner's manual After unpacking this product, read the owner's manual carefully, and follow all the operating and other instructions. 2. Power Sources 7. Cleaning 14. Disc Tray Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 8. Power-Cord Protection 15. Stacking Do not place a heavy object on or step on the product. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the product. 3. Grounding or Polarization Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 16. Connecting 9. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls my result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service. When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner's manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections. This product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 23. Servicing 17. Sound Volume Reduce the volume to the minimum level before you turn on the product. Otherwise, sudden high volume sound may cause hearing or speaker damage. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 4. Ventilation 10. Lightning 24. Replacement parts 18. Sound Distortion Do not allow the product to output distorted sound for a long time. It may cause speaker overheating and fire. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 19. Headphones When you use the headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. If you use the headphones continuously with high volume sound, it may cause hearing damage. 25. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. For added protection of this product during storms, Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for or when it is left unattended and unused for long ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. product and to protect it from overheating. These This will prevent damage to the product due to openings must not be blocked or covered. The lightning and power-line surges. openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. 11. Object and Liquid Entry This product should not be placed in a built-in Never push objects of any kind into this product installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper through openings as they may touch dangerous ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's voltage points or short-out parts that could result in instructions have been adhered to. a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 5. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or 12. Attachments. Do not use attachments not recommended by the other products (including amplifiers) that produce product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. heat. 3 4 Introduction Notes on Discs This section shows you how to handle, clean, and store discs. Precautions Notes on Moisture Condensation Moisture condensation damages the DVD player. Please read the following carefully. Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the DVD player. Notes on Handling On Handling Discs On Storing Discs Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources. Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier. Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause warping. Do not attach paper or tape to discs. Moisture condensation occurs during the following cases. When shipping the DVD player, always use the original shipping carton and packing materials. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the DVD player. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the DVD player for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish. The top and rear panels of the DVD player may become warm after a long period of use. This is normal and not a malfunction. When the DVD player is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and turn off the power. If you do not use the DVD player for a long period, the unit may not function properly in the future. Turn on and use the DVD player occasionally. Notes on Locating When you place this DVD player near a TV, radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may be distorted. In this case, move the DVD player away from the TV, radio, or VCR. Notes on Cleaning When you bring the DVD player directly from a cold place to a warm place. When you use the DVD player in a room where you just turned on the heater, or a ...