User manual PIONEER DV-626D

DVD PLAYER DV-626D Operating Instructions Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. · This player is not suitable for commercial use. IMPORTANT CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS -- All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS -- All operating and use instructions should be followed. CLEANING -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet. ATTACHMENTS -- Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. WATER AND MOISTURE -- Do not use this product near water -- for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. ACCESSORIES -- 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. CART -- 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. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION · If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the 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. · If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug. POWER-CORD PROTECTION -- 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. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A. LIGHTNING -- For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. POWER LINES -- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. OVERLOADING -- Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY -- Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. SERVICING -- 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. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: · When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. · If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. · If the product has been exposed to rain or water. · 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 may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. · If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. · When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance -- this indicates a need for service. REPLACEMENT PARTS -- 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. 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. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING -- The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling. HEAT -- The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. VENTILATION -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. POWER SOURCES -- 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 to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. LOCATION ­ The appliance should be installed in a stable location. NONUSE PERIODS ­ The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT Fig. A 2 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF THIS FINE PIONEER PRODUCT. Pioneer is on the leading edge of DVD research for consumer products and this unit incorporates the latest technological developments. We are sure you will be fully satisfied with the DVD player. Thank you for your support. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. IMPORTANT NOTICE [For U.S. and Canadian models] The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security. CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections. CAUTION · Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. · The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. [For Canadian model] This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 [Pour le modèle Canadien] Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. [For Canadian model] CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT. 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. Information to User Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment. 3 Features of This Player Compatible with DVD, Video CD and CD formats DVDs, Video CDs and CDs that display the logos shown below can be played back on PIONEER DVD players. For more information on discs compatible with this player, refer to the table below. Types of playable discs and their marks DVD VIDEO Diameter/ Playable sides DVD VIDEO State of the art digital audio and video 1 R Compatible with a wide range of digital audio output formats DVDs are recorded in one of four types of digital audio formats (as of October 1998). The digital audio output jacks of this player can output Dolby Digital*, DTS**, MPEG, and linear PCM digital bitstreams to AV components with built in decoding capabilities. This player also has a function that converts Dolby Digital and MPEG audio formats into the linear PCM format. This allows stereo playback of DVDs recorded in Dolby Digital and MPEG without the need for a special decoder. Playback time Digital audio Digital video (MPEG 2) 1 layer 2 layer 133 min. 242 min. 266 min. 484 min. Digital audio Digital video (MPEG 2) 1 layer 2 layer 41 min. 75 min. 82 min. 150 min. Digital audio Digital video (MPEG 1) Max. 74 minutes Digital audio Digital video (MPEG 1) Max. 20 minutes Digital audio Max. 74 minutes Digital audio Max. 20 minutes 12 cm (5 in.)/ single-sided 12 cm (5 in.)/ 1 layer double-sided 2 layer DVD VIDEO* Equipped with six channel discrete audio output and an internal Dolby Digital and DTS decoder Enjoy the cinematic surround sound produced by Dolby Digital and DTS audio soundtracks without the need for an external decoder. This player features six channel discrete audio output jacks so you can connect this player directly to an amplifier or receiver with 6 channel discrete input, and utilize the player's built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoding capabilities. 8 cm (3 in.)/ single-sided 8 cm (3 in.)/ 1 layer double-sided 2 layer VIDEO CD VIDEO CD 12 cm (5 in.)/ single-sided VIDEO CD single 8 cm (3 in.)/ single-sided CD CD 12 cm (5 in.)/ single-sided CD single 8 cm (3 in.)/ single-sided Multiple video output formats that can be selected to best suit your TV or monitor This player features two composite, two S-video jacks, and component jacks to offer ideal connection possibilities to nearly every type and level of commercially available TV/monitor on the market today. Digital Noise Reduction (Video Quality Enhancement) DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) can be used to improve the video image and remove digital noise. Select a preprogrammed setting suited to the program's subject matter, or make manual adjustments to suit your needs or preferences and save them in the player's memory. TruSurround and Virtual Dolby Digital TruSurround*** uses technology that simulates multichannel surround sound using only two speakers. Virtual Dolby Digital works in conjunction with Dolby Digital audio sources to create a realistic surround sound. Virtual Dolby Digital is selected automatically when Dolby Digital sources are loaded. The disc format logos shown above are found on disc labels or on disc jackets. · To prevent malfunction, do not use an 8 cm (3 in.) adaptor (for CDs). · Discs other than the ones indicated above cannot be played on this unit. · DVDs that have incompatible region numbers, DVD-Audio, DVD-ROM, and CD-ROM cannot be played on this unit. The region number of the player can be found on the rear panel. * 4 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "AC-3" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. © 19921997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. ** "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ***TruSurround and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. in the United States and selected foreign countries. TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Easy setup and adjustment using on-screen menus Press SETUP on the remote control to open the Setup screen and you'll find setting up and adjusting the system easy to do with on-screen menus conveniently organized and arranged. Additionally, on-screen information ( i ) appears to clarify the functions and explain the options available. Below are just a few examples. Audio1 2 Video Language General Setup Navigator Wide range of DVD viewing options Multi-Language Subtitles (page 36) You can select a subtitle language or turn subtitles off when watching movies or other media with subtitles available. Subtitle :1 English Subtitle :2 Spanish Setup Navigator Start Not Used Setting up using the Setup Navigator Move ENTER Select SETUP Exit Answer a few questions and have all the necessary audio, video, and on-screen language adjustments set automatically by the player using the Setup Navigator (page 21). HELLO! HOLA! Multiple Languages (page 37) You can select the language on when watching movies or other media that have multiple language and/or audio soundtracks recorded on them. Audio :1 English Dolby Digital 5.1CH Audio :2 Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1CH Set up the on-screen speaker system to match your home audio system in the Audio 2 menu for ideal presentation of multichannel audio (page 33). 1 Audio2 Video Language General Speaker Setting Center On Speaker L R SW LS RS HELL O HOLA Move ­/+ ENTER Select SETUP Return Exit Multi-Angle (page 48) Additionally, you can create a list of menu items that you regularly use with the Function Memory so that they can be easily accessed at any time (page 58). You can view scenes from different camera angles when watching movies or other media with multiple angle playback available. ANGLE : 2/4 ANGLE : 3/4 Smooth variable speed scanning in forward and reverse directions This player incorporates technology that enables smooth playback of DVDs and Video CDs not only at different speeds but also in both forward and reverse directions. Control the direction and scanning speeds from 1/16 normal play speed to extremely quick scanning using the MULTI DIAL on the remote control (page 46). This mark indicates this may not be possible with certain discs. Energy-saving design This unit is designed to use minimal electricity when this player is in standby mode. Regarding the amount of power consumed in standby mode, refer to `Specifications' on page 69. 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. 5 Differences in Disc Composition DVD DVDs are divided into units referred to as titles, and titles are divided into chapters. A DVD which contains a movie may have only one title with many or no chapter divisions. Karaoke DVDs may have many titles, assigning a title to each song on the DVD. Menu screens do not belong to any title. DVD player functions generally apply to titles on a DVD or chapters within a selected title. The player functions available may also vary from title to title, depending on the DVD. When DVDs have a unique title division, it should be noted that search and program functions may be affected. Title 1 Chapter 2 Title 2 Chapter 2 How to Proceed in This Manual DVD is an incredible format that presents the highest quality digital audio and video available today. Because using the DVD player and DVDs may be confusing at first, following the order below should help you get through the important stages of getting set up so you can start using your player as soon as possible. Get familiar with the player. Refer to the section "Before Using" on page 8 to confirm that all the accessories were included with the player. If you are new to DVD, it might be beneficial for you to go through the "Names and Functions" section starting on page 9 to get familiar with the parts and buttons on the main unit and remote control as they will be referred to throughout this manual. There is also a list of terms that can be found on page 67 if you are having trouble understanding some of the terminology associated with DVD. Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Make the necessary connections. DVD No entertainment system seems to be set up exactly the same way. The "Making Connections" section starting on page 15 shows how video and audio connections may be made to suit your home entertainment system. Video CD/CD Video CDs and CDs are divided into units referred to as tracks (Video CD tracks may also be referred to as scenes). One song generally corresponds to one track. Some tracks are further divided into units referred to as indexes. Video CDs with PBC (Playback Control) also contain menus recorded on the disc which enable easy access to the contents of the disc. When played back on a DVD player, both Video CDs and CDs are considered to be a single title, regardless of the number of tracks. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Set up the player. Before you can begin to enjoy the benefits of the DVD format, it is first necessary to set up the player to output the video and audio information that corresponds to your system. The section "Setting Up the Player" starting on page 21 explains how to use the Setup Navigator, a function that automatically sets up the player corresponding to the answers given in a multiple-choice on-screen procedure. The Setup screen menus, described in the section starting on page 29, are also used in a number of other functions. Learning the procedure for operating these menus will make using this player much easier and more enjoyable. Play a disc. Video CD When all the connections and setups have been made, you are ready to play a DVD, Video CD, or CD with the player. The section "Getting Started Using Your DVD Player" starting on page 25 outlines the basic player operations. Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Track 1 Track 2 Enjoy the many features available. Once you are comfortable using the basic player functions, you are ready to take advantage of the various options DVD and this player have to offer. The section "Advanced Functions" starting on page 41 describes how to use the features available on many DVDs. CD 6 Table of Contents Before Using ........................................ 8 Checking Accessories ..................................... 8 Preparing the Remote Control ......................... 8 Advanced Functions ......................... 41 Getting Surround Sound from Stereo Speakers ....................................... 41 Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack ..................................... 42 Adjusting the Video Quality (Digital Noise Reduction) ................................................ 43 Still Frame/Slow Play/Frame Advance Playback .................................... 45 Scanning in Forward and Reverse Directions at Different Speeds ................. 46 Searching for a Title, Chapter, Track, or Location on a Disc .................................... 47 Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle (Multi-Angle) ............................................. 48 Repeat Play .................................................... 49 Random Play .................................................. 50 Playback in a Desired Order (Program Play) .......................................... 51 Setting the Parental Lock Level ..................... 54 Continuing Playback from a Specified Location (Last Memory) ........................... 56 Memorizing Settings for Often Viewed DVDs (Condition Memory) ....................... 57 Memorizing Regularly Used Menu Settings (Function Memory) .................... 58 Viewing Disc Information .............................. 59 Changing the Background Color of the Screen ........................................... 61 Turning the Screen Saver On and Off ............ 61 Resetting the Player to System Settings ....... 61 Names and Functions ......................... 9 Front Panel ...................................................... 9 Display Window ............................................. 11 Rear Panel ..................................................... 12 Remote Control ............................................. 13 Making Connections ......................... 15 Connecting Your DVD Player ......................... 15 Audio Connections ........................................ 17 Video Connections ......................................... 19 System Control Connections ......................... 20 Setting Up the Player ....................... 21 Using the Setup Navigator ............................. 21 Getting Started Using Your DVD Player .................................................. 25 Playing DVDs, Video CDs and CDs ................ 25 Chapter (Track) Skip Forward/Skip Back ........ 27 Forward and Reverse Scanning ..................... 27 Stopping Playback and Switching Power Off ................................................ 28 Adjusting Audio and Video Settings . 29 Using the Setup Screen Menus .................... 29 Changing to the Setup Screen "Expert" Menu Mode .............................. 30 Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Component ...... 31 Turning the Digital Output On and Off ........... 32 Setting Analog Audio Connections to an AV Amplifier or Receiver .......................... 32 Setting Your Speaker System for Multichannel Audio Playback ................... 33 Setting the TV Screen Size ............................ 34 Adjusting the OSD (On-Screen Display) ........ 35 Additional Information ..................... 62 Disc Care ....................................................... 62 For Proper and Long Use of This Unit ........... 63 Language Code List ....................................... 64 Troubleshooting ............................................. 65 Terms ............................................................. 67 Specifications ................................................ 69 Setting the Language Options ......... 36 Selecting a Subtitle Language (Multi-Language Subtitles) ....................... 36 Changing the Audio Language (Multi-Language Function) ....................... 37 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus .................... 38 7 Before Using Checking Accessories Please confirm that the following were received with the player. Audio cord Preparing the Remote Control Inserting batteries into the remote control 1 Push down on the tab on the battery compartment cover, and pull out in the direction indicated by the arrow. Video cord 2 Insert batteries. Make sure to match the plus (+) and minus (­) polarity guides on the batteries with the marks inside the battery compartment. Power cord 3 Remote control unit Close the cover. AA/R6P batteries Notes · Do not mix old and new batteries. · When replacing batteries, use all new batteries. · When not using the remote control for a long period of time (over 1 month), remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery corrosion. If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the battery component, then insert new batteries. Operating instructions (this manual) Remote control operation When operating the remote control, point it at the remote sensor (Î) located on the player's front panel. The remote control can be used up to 7 m (23 feet) from the player and within a 30° angle on each side of the sensor. Notes 0 41 ¡¢ 30° 7m 30° (23 ft.) 7 8 3 · Exposing the remote sensor to direct sunlight or strong light may cause faulty operation. · If the CONTROL IN jack on the player's rear panel is connected to the CONTROL OUT jack of another component, point the remote control at the other component to operate the player. Operation will not be possible when pointed at this player (page 20). 8 Names and Functions Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 0 =~ ! DVD PLA YER ÛN¿><>Û DNR FL OFF VIRTUAL DOLBY DIGIT AL SUB WOOFER 5.1CH MODE 0 Î 41 ¡¢ SA D Y TNB PWR OE ST ANDBY / ON CENTER SURROUND DOLBY DIGIT AL DTS DECODER 7 ACOUSTIC DAMPER MECHANISM 8 3 OF F @ON AUDIO VIRTUAL DOLBY PICTURE DIGIT AL CONTROL FL DIMMER BEFORE USING / NAMES AND FUNCTIONS _) (* & ^ % $ #@ 1 STANDBY/ON button (U.S. and Canadian models only) Press to switch the player on or to put in standby (pages 25, 28, and 61). 6 DNR indicator Indicates that the digital noise reduction function is on (page 43). 2 7 CENTER button Press to turn the center speaker channel on and off when listening to sources being output from the 5.1 channel discrete audio outputs (page 33). VIRTUAL DOLBY DIGITAL indicator Indicates that the Virtual Dolby Digital function is on (page 41). 8 FL OFF indicator Indicates that the player's display window has been turned off using FL DIMMER (page 10). 3 SURROUND button Press to turn the surround (rear) speaker channels on and off when listening to sources being output from the 5.1 channel discrete audio outputs (page 33). 9 0 Display window Displays system information (page 11). 4 SUB WOOFER button Press to turn the SUB WOOFER (LFE) channel on and off when listening to sources being output from the 5.1 channel discrete audio outputs (page 33). Remote sensor Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the player (page 8). - 0 (open/close) button Press to open and close the disc tray (pages 25 and 28). 5 5.1 CH MODE button Press to switch the audio output between 5.1 channel audio and 2 channel audio. It is also possible to set the default audio output in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu (page 32). 9 = 7 (stop) button Press to stop playback. Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it stopped. Pressing twice causes the disc to return to the beginning of the disc if playback starts again (page 28). ~ 8 (pause) button Press during playback to pause. Press again to resume playback (page 45). ! @ 3 (play) button Press to start or resume playback (pages 25 and 28). ¡ ¢ (forward) button Press to advance to chapters/tracks. Press and hold to perform fast-forward scanning (page 27). # 4 1 (reverse) button Press to go back to previous chapters/tracks. Press and hold to perform reverse playback scanning (page 27). $ Disc illumination Lights when a DVD is loaded and when no disc is loaded. Turns off when a disc format other than DVD is loaded in the player. % Disc tray When loading a disc, place in the disc tray with the label side facing up (pages 25 and 28). ^ FL DIMMER button Press to change the brightness of the FL display and disc illumination in four steps: maximum brightness, medium brightness, minimum brightness, and off. When the FL display is turned off, the FL OFF indicator lights. & PICTURE CONTROL button Press repeatedly to select one of the programmed picture quality settings. The setting changes each time the button is pressed (page 43). * VIRTUAL DOLBY DIGITAL button Press to turn the Virtual Surround function on and off (page 41). ( AUDIO button Press repeatedly to select one of the audio soundtracks available on a DVD (page 37). ) POWER switch (except for U.S. and Canadian models) Press to switch the player on or off (pages 25 and 28). _ STANDBY indicator (except for U.S. and Canadian models) Indicates that the player is in standby, using a minimum amount of power to maintain system settings (page 28). 10 Display Window 1 2 3 4 567 8 9 0 = REPEAT 96 kHz DOWN MIX ANGLE TITLE GUI TRK CHP COND. MEMORY LAST MEMORY TOTAL DOLBY DIGITAL REMAIN L LS C S R LFE RS # 1 @! ~ 0 DTS indicator Indicates DTS audio playback. 96 kHz indicator Indicates that the currently loaded disc contains an audio signal with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz. 2 DOLBY DIGITAL indicator Indicates Dolby Digital audio playback. ANGLE indicator Indicates Multi-Angle playback is in progress (page 48). = REMAIN indicator Indicates that the remaining playback time of a title or chapter/track is being displayed. NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 3 4 TITLE indicator Indicates a title number is being displayed. ~ REPEAT indicator Indicates that the Repeat function is on and that the current title, chapter, or track is being repeated. Counter display Displays the playback mode, type of disc, title and chapter/track numbers, playback time, etc. 5 ! TRK and CHP indicator Indicates a chapter or track number is being displayed. LFE channel indicator The LFE (low frequency effects) channel indicator indicates 5.1 channel audio that contains a channel for low frequency sounds that are used by the sub woofer. 6 GUI indicator Indicates an on-screen menu operation is being performed (pages 21 and 29). @ Program Format indicators Depending on the audio format recorded on the disc loaded in the player, the following indicators light to show the channels being played back. L : Left front *1*2, C : Center *1, R : Right front *1*2, LS : Left surround*1, S : Surround (mono) *2, RS : Right surround*1 *1 : Lights to indicate playback of a 5.1 ch Dolby Digital source. *2 : Lights to indicate playback of a Dolby Surround source. 7 LAST MEMORY indicator Indicates the Last Memory location is registered in memory for the currently loaded DVD or Video CD (page 56). 8 COND. MEMORY indicator Indicates that Condition Memory settings are memorized for the currently loaded DVD (page 57). 9 TOTAL indicator Indicates that the disc in the player is stopped and DISPLAY has been pressed (page 60). # DOWNMIX indicator During multichannel audio playback, indicates that the out put signal has been "downmixed" from the original audio source. This is an automatic function performed by the player in order to present the most appropriate audio mix to the speakers present in your system. 11 Rear Panel 1 2 34 5 67 8 9 0 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Y S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT (2 ch) VIDEO L OUT SELECT AUDIO OUT (5.1 ch) CENTER AC IN DIGITAL OUT OPT. CONTROL OUT IN 1 TV SYSTEM PAL NTSC AUTO 1 2 PB L 2 PR R R 1 2 FRONT SUB SURROUND WOOFER (The TV SYSTEM switch is not present on U.S. and Canadian models) 1 CONTROL jacks Use to connect this player to another component bearing the Pioneer Î mark. This lets you control this unit as though it were a component in a system. Player operations are then performed by pointing the remote control at the component that the player is connected to (page 20). 6 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks If your projection monitor, projector or similar component has component video inputs, you can produce a higher quality picture on your projection monitor or projector by connecting to the component video outputs on this unit. When using these jacks, be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the right position (page 19). 2 DIGITAL OUT jacks (coaxial, optical (OPT.)) Use to output the digital audio signal recorded on discs. You can output the digital signal via either coaxial or optical output jack to an AV amplifier or receiver (page 17). 7 VIDEO OUT SELECT switch Use to set which output is used to output the video signals. Select either video/S-video or component video signal output depending on the connections you make (pages 15 and 19). 3 TV SYSTEM switch Use to change the TV signal mode to either PAL or NTSC according to the type of TV and disc to be used. When the switch is in the AUTO position, the player outputs the format on the disc as is (page 20). (The TV SYSTEM switch is not present on U.S. and Canadian models.) 8 AUDIO OUT (2 ch) jacks Use to output two-channel audio (analog) to the audio stereo inputs on a TV or stereo amplifier. If you are connecting to a receiver that has both digital and analog input jacks for DVD player connection, it may be beneficial to make both connections (pages 18). 4 VIDEO OUT jacks Connect to the video input on a TV or monitor or AV amplifier or receiver with video input capability. When using this output, be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position (pages 15 and 19). 9 AUDIO OUT (5.1 ch) jacks Use to output 6 discrete audio channels of decoded digital audio to a receiver or amplifier with discrete audio inputs (page 18). 5 0 S-VIDEO OUT jacks If your TV or monitor has an S-video input, clear picture reproduction is possible by connecting the player to your TV or monitor via the S-video jack When using this output, be sure to set VIDEO OUT SELECT to the left position (pages 16 and 19). AC IN power cord connection terminal Use to connect the power cord to the wall outlet (pages 15 and 16). Depending on the model, the shape of the terminal may be different from that shown here. 12 Remote Control (Buttons indicated with * are used for menu operation.) 1 2 MENU button* Use to display or close the DVD menu screen (page 26). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ENTER OPEN/ CLOSE DISPLAY AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE % ^ (standby/on) button Press to switch the player on or to put in standby (pages 25 and 28). 3 & * AUDIO button Press repeatedly to select one of the audio languages and/or audio formats programmed on a DVD (page 37). For Video CD and CD, each press changes the audio output as follows. = Stereo = 1/L (Left) = 2/R (Right) SETUP TOP MENU MENU MULTI DIAL ( ) _ + 4 DISPLAY button Press during playback to display statistical disc information. Press repeatedly to display different information (page 59). 8 9 0 = ~ ! @ # $ FUNCTION MEMORY F.MEM STOP VIDEO ADJUST V.ADJ DIMMER JOG MODE FL JOG PAUSE PLAY 5 ¡ TM £ ¢ SETUP button* Press when the player is in either play or stop mode to open and close the Setup screen (pages 21 and 29). 7 PREVIOUS 4 3 NEXT ¢ 8 REV 1 NAMES AND FUNCTIONS FWD ¡ RETURN STEP/SLOW e E SEARCH MODE 6 CLEAR MULTI DIAL Use to control the rate of forward or reverse playback in Jog Mode (page 46). 1 4 7 RANDOM 2 5 8 REPEAT 3 6 9 A-B C +10 0 PROGRAM § ¶ 7 Light button (side panel) Use to illuminate the main operation buttons on the remote control. When pressed, the buttons light for approximately 3 seconds. This function is convenient for locating the command buttons when the room is dark. LAST MEMORY CONDITION MEMORY DVD PLAYER Î 8 VIDEO ADJUST (V.ADJ) button Various attributes of the video presentation can be adjusted to suit the program type or personal preferences. Press VIDEO ADJUST (V.ADJ) to display the on-screen options (page 43). 9 FUNCTION MEMORY (F.MEM) button Press to incorporate a menu item into a shortcut list that is stored in memory and can be called up at any time (page 58). 0 - PLAY 3 button Press to start disc playback (pages 25 and 28). STOP 7 button Press to stop playback. Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it was stopped. Pressing twice causes the disc to return to the beginning of the disc when playback starts again (page 28). = PREVIOUS 4/NEXT ¢ buttons During playback, press PREVIOUS 4 to go back to a previous chapter/track and NEXT ¢ to advance to the next chapter/track (page 27). 13 ~