P O R TA B L E DV D P L AY E R User Guide · Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please save and read the User Guide completely. · The style of the product shown in the User Guide may be different from the actual unit due to various models. Playable Format: DVD/DVD R/DVD RW/Audio CD/Kodak Picture CD/JPEG Picture CD/DivX 82-201-00120 Contents FCC and Safety Information ............ 3 Important Safety Instruction ............ 4 Precautions ....................................... 5 Selecting the Type of Disc for the Type of TV Connected ................................. 6 CHATPER 1: DVD Playback ............... 7 Basic DVD Playback ................................... 7 Stopping Playback and Returning to the Menu Screen (If a Menu Screen is Available on the Disc) ..... 7 Stopping Playback ..................................... 7 Fast Forward and Backward ........................ 7 Skipping a Chapter Ahead or Back ............ 7 Pausing Playback ...................................... 7 Frame Advance (Step) ..................................... 7 Muting the Player ................................... 7 Repeating Viewing .................................... 7 Displaying Scene Information .................. 8 Changing Audio Soundtrack Language ...... 8 Changing Subtitle Languages ...................... 8 Viewing from Different Angles ................... 8 Using a DVD Menu ................................... 8 Using the Menu Function ............................. 8 Rotating Pictures ..................................... 10 Viewing the Next or Previous Picture ........ 10 Thumbnail Function ..................................... 10 CHAPTER 4: MPEG-4 Playback ...... 11 Basic MPEG-4 Playback ............................ 11 Stopping Playback .................................... 11 Pausing Playback ..................................... 11 CHAPTER 5: OSD Setup ................. 12 Language Setup .............................. 12 - OSD Language ....................................... 12 - Audio Language ....................................... 12 - Subtitle Language ....................................... 12 - Menu Language ....................................... 12 Audio Setup ........................................ 12 - Digital Out ................................................. 12 Video Setup .......................................... 13 - Video Out ................................................... 13 - TV Type ....................................................... 13 System Setup ..................................... 14 - Screen Saver .............................................. 15 - Parental Control [DVD] ................................ 15 - Password [DVD] ......................................... 16 - Angle Mark ................................................ 16 - DivX ......................................................... 16 - Default ......................................................... 16 CHAPTER 2: Audio CD Playback ...... 9 Basic Audio CDs Playback ..................... 9 Stopping Playback .................................... 9 Pausing Playback ............................... 9 Displaying Track Information ................. 9 Skipping a Track Ahead or Back ............ 9 CHAPTER 6: LCD Setup ................. 17 Panel Setting ............................................. 17 Color Setting ............................................. 17 Brightness Setting ........................................ 17 LCD Setting ................................................ 17 CHAPTER 3: Picture CD Playback .... 10 Basic Picture CDs Playback ....................... 10 Stopping Playback .................................... 10 Pausing Playback ............................... 10 2 PORTABLE DVD PLAYER USER GUIDE Troubleshooting ........................... 18 Disc Handling and Maintenance .... 19 FCC and Safety Information CAUTION: Since it is usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the world, all players have region codes and disc can have an optional region code. If you load a disc of a different region code to your player, you will see the region code notice on the screen. The disc will not play, and should be unloaded. (Possible region codes:) This unit employs a laser. Due to possible eye injury, only qualified service personnel should remove the cover or attempt to service this device. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. 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: ­ 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. 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 authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. For the DVD Player with Progressive scan output: `Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of Progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the "Standard Definition" output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model DVD Player, Please contact our customer service center.' There are 6 regions (also called "locals"). Each DVD player and disc will be played in one region ONLY. 1: Canada, U.S., U.S. Territories 2: Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East (including Egypt) 3: Southeast Asia, East Asia (including Hong Kong) 4: Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, Mexico, South America, Caribbean 5: Former Soviet Union, Indian Subcontinent, Africa (also North Korea, Mongolia) 6: China Never make or change connections with the power switched on. CAUTION VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM (WARNING LOCATION: INSIDE ON LASER COVER SHIELD) Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. PORTABLE DVD PLAYER USER GUIDE 3 Important Safety Instruction 1. Read and keep these instructions. 2. Pay attention to all warnings. 3. Follow all instructions. 4. Do not use this apparatus near water. 5. Clean only with a damp cloth. 6. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. The wide blade is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 11. Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long periods of time. 12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way; such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 13. Ambient Temperature 0~40°C. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that not objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 4 PORTABLE DVD PLAYER USER GUIDE Precautions Please read these precautions before operating the unit. n Power cord protection To avoid any malfunctions of the unit and to protect against electric shock, fire or personal injury, please observe the following. l Hold the plug firmly when connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord. l Keep the AC power cord away from heating appliances. l Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord. l Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power cord in any way. n Placement Avoid placing the unit in areas of: l Direct sunlight or heating radiators, or closed automobiles l High temperature (over 35 C) or high humidity (over 90%) l Much dust as the internal parts may be seriously damaged. n Non-use periods Turn the unit off when not in use. When left unused for a long period of time, the unit should be unplugged from the household AC outlet. n No fingers or other objects inside l Touching internal parts of the unit is dangerous and may cause serious damage to the unit. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. l Do not put any foreign object on the disc tray. n Keep away from water/magnet l Keep the unit away from flower vases, tubs, sinks, etc. If liquids are spilled into the unit, serious damage could occur. l Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the unit. n Stacking l Place the unit in a horizontal position, and do not place anything heavy on it. n Condensation Moisture may form on the lens in the following conditions: l Immediately after a heater has been turned on l In a steamy or very humid room l When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm one If moisture forms inside the unit, it may not operate properly. In this case, turn on the power and wait about one hour for the moisture to evaporate. nIf there is noise interference on the TV while a broadcast is being received Depending on the reception condition of the TV, interference may appear on the TV monitor while you watch a TV broadcast and the unit is left on. This is not a malfunction of the unit or the TV. To watch a TV broadcast, turn off the unit. PORTABLE DVD PLAYER USER GUIDE 5 Selecting the type of disc for the type of TV connected Your Portable DVD Player is capable of playing DVD discs and having their content viewed on the unit's LCD display, as well as on an external TV. While your Portable DVD Player is primarily intended to play NTSC DVDs, it can also play PAL DVDs (NTSC and PAL are video formats); refer to the Quick Guide and to the following information: n Connecting to a Multi-TV System (external) monitor (capable of viewing NTSC and PAL) To View NTSC DVDs on an NTSC TV Monitor: 1. In the VIDEO SETUP menu, be sure the "TV SYSTEM" entry is set for NTSC (the default). 2. Be sure the NTSC Monitor is ready to receive NTSC video signals. 3. The video content being played will appear on both the Portable DVD Player's LCD and on the external monitor. To View NTSC DVDs on a Multi-TV System Monitor Monitor: 1. In the VIDEO SETUP menu, be sure the "TV SYSTEM" entry is set for NTSC (the default). 2. Be sure the Multi-TV System (external) Monitor is set to receive NTSC video signals. n Connecting to the NTSC TV 3. The video content being played will appear on both the Portable DVD Player's LCD and on the external monitor. To View PAL DVDs on a Multi-TV System Monitor Monitor: 1. In the VIDEO SETUP menu, be sure the "TV SYSTEM" entry is set for PAL. 2. Be sure the Multi-TV System (external) Monitor is set to receive PAL video signals. 3. The video content being played will appear on both the Portable DVD Player's LCD and on the external monitor, n Connecting to the PAL TV To View PAL DVDs on a PAL TV Monitor: 1. In the VIDEO SETUP menu, be sure the "TV SYSTEM" entry is set for PAL. 2. Be sure the PAL Monitor is set to receive PAL video signals. 3. The video content being played w ...