DVD-937 5.1-Channel Home Theater System Progressive Scan DVD Player with Digital AM/FM Tuner Instruction Manual Please read this manual carefully before operation.
PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK) OF THE UNIT. REFER SERVICING ONLY TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. For Customer Use: Enter below the serial number that is located on the bottom of the unit. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. DVD-937 Serial No.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility, too. This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operation and use of your video product. 1. Read these instructions carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 16. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the device, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.
PACKAGE CONTENTS • DVD-937 Progressive Scan DVD Player (Main Unit) • Satellite Speakers (5) • Subwoofer (1) • Full Function Remote Control • AV Cable • FM Antenna • AM Antenna
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................................................. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................. 3 PACKAGE CONTENTS..................................................................................................................... 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS.......................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS DVD FUNCTIONS........................................................................................................................... 17 Display....................................................................................................................................17 Menu / Title / Return...............................................................................................................17 Setup........................................................................
ABOUT DVD DISCS Disc Requirements This DVD player supports playback of the following discs. Type Disc Mark Content Type Disc Size Capacity 4.7GB / 2 hr (SS-SL) Audio + Video (moving picture) DVD-Video Discs 12 cm 8.5GB / 4hr (SS-DL) 9.4GB / 4.5hr (DS-SL) 17GB / 8hr (DS-DL) Audio Compact Discs (CDs) JPEG CDs -- Audio 12 cm 650MB / 74min Still Picture 12 cm -- SS=Single-Sided; DS=Double-Sided; SL=Single Layer; DL=Double-Layer.
ABOUT DVD DISCS Disc Care and Maintenance Optical discs (DVDs, CDs) contain high-density compressed data and need proper handling. Handling a Disc • Hold a DVD/CD by its edges. Avoid touching the recorded side of the disc. To remove a DVD/CD from its storage case, press down on the center retention mechanism of the case and lift the disc out. • Do not subject discs to prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, high humidity, or high temperatures. • Do not bend or press discs.
FEATURES • DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG compatible • TV Format • • • • • NTSC/PAL color system • 4:3 or 16:9 screen size support Video Output • Component Video (Progressive Scan) • S-Video • Composite Video Audio Output • Dolby Digital Decoding • Optical Digital Audio • Coaxial Digital Audio • RCA Stereo Audio DVD Features • Multiple Subtitle, Language, and Angle Support • Digital Zoom • Slow Motion Playback • Parental Control • Screen Saver • JPEG Picture Viewer
LOCATION OF CONTROLS Main Unit 1. 2. Open/Close Button AM/FM Band 7. Mode Button Play / Pause Button Auto Search 8. Display Screen 9. Remote Control 3. Previous / Next Button Tuner Up / Tuner Down 4. Stop Button CH / TUN Button 5. Disc Tray 6. Volume Dial 10. Power Button 10 8 9 Remote Control 1. Open/Close 2. Numeric Keypad 3. GOTO 4. Channel – 5. Channel + 6. Volume – 7. EQ (Equalizer) 8. Setup 4 9. Enter 5 10. Mute 6 7 28 8 29 11. FBW (Fast Backward) 26.
TV System To avoid sound interference, use only ONE of the audio output connections. If your TV does not have RCA AV input jacks, you will need to purchase an RF modulator External Audio Source Optical Input Coaxial Input NOTE: Connect the color-coded speaker wires to their corresponding colored speaker clip on the rear panel. Connect to the Coaxial or Optical digital output only.
CONNECTIONS Progressive Scan Connection Use the component video connection for progressive scan DVD video. Please refer to the Screen/ Setup section for more information on progressive scan mode. Green Blue Red Blue Green Red Notes: The player is equipped with RCA composite AV outputs located on the rear panel. Your TV must have at least one set of AV input jacks. The AV cable supplied with the player is used to connect the player’s AV outputs to your TV’s AV inputs.
GETTING STARTED Remote Control • Refer to the diagram. Remove the battery compartment cover located on the rear of the remote control. Insert batteries, making sure to match their polarities (+/-) to the markings on the inside of the compartment. Replace the cover. • To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor of the player. Operate the remote within 15 feet of the sensor and at an angle of +/- 60 degrees. • Batteries in the remote will last for approximately 1 year.
BASIC OPERATIONS Basic Playback 1. Prepare the power supply. Press the Power button on the player to turn the player on. 2. Load a disc. Press the Open/Close button to open the disc tray. Insert a disc with the label-side up. Press the Open/Close button again to close the disc tray. • 3. If a single-sided disc is inserted upside-down, the player will display “NO DISC” or “BAD DISC”. Start playback. Press PLAY to start playback (some discs may start playing automatically).
BASIC OPERATIONS Menu Navigation To navigate DVD disc menus or the player’s setup menus (press TITLE or MENU to access DVD disc menus): • Press the NAVIGATION buttons to select a desired feature or option in the menu. • Press ENTER to confirm a selection in the menu. • • For some menu options, you may be able to use the numeric keypad to input data. Press Clear to cancel an entry. Numeric Keypad • Use the numeric keypad to skip directly to a DVD chapter or CD track.
DVD FUNCTIONS Display • Press the DISPLAY button once to show time information on-screen; press it twice to show status information on-screen; press it a third time to exit the on-screen display mode. • When the player is in AV IN mode, press the DISPLAY button to toggle between TV System modes (NTSC or PAL). Menu / Title / Return • Press the MENU button during DVD playback to return to the DVD’s Main menu. • Press the TITLE button during DVD playback to return to the DVD’s Title menu.
DVD FUNCTIONS Repeat Mode Press REPEAT to change the repeat mode of the player. Each successive press of REPEAT will change the mode as follows: Note: Some DVD discs do not allow Repeat mode. Repeat A-B Mode To repeat playback of a specific section of a disc (loop): 1. Press A-B to set the desired start point (“A”) of the section to be repeated. 2. Press A-B again to set the desired end point (“B” of the section to be repeated. 3. The section “A-B” will now play repeatedly as a loop.
DVD FUNCTIONS Program Enter Program mode to create a custom sequence of tracks to be played. Note: You can also use the numeric keypad to enter numbers directly in the fields. Use the Navigation buttons to move between entry fields. DVD Program Mode 1. Load a DVD and press PROGRAM. 2. Press the right NAVIGATION button to select the “Title” column; press the up/down NAVIGATION buttons to select a title. 3.
SETUP Enter Setup mode to adjust the various internal settings of the player. Make sure the player has been completely stopped before entering Setup mode. 1. Press SETUP to enter Setup mode. 2. Use the NAVIGATION buttons to select a desired item. 3. Press ENTER to confirm a selection. 4. Press SETUP to exit Setup mode (or select EXIT and press ENTER). Language Setup Use the NAVIGATION buttons to highlight the desired language selection and press ENTER to confirm.
SETUP Audio Setup Use the NAVIGATION buttons to highlight the desired audio selection and press ENTER to confirm. Item Description Options (Default is in Bold) Digital Out1 Sets the player’s digital output signal (Optical and Coaxial). For use with 5.1-channel receivers (see your receiver’s manual for more details). SPDIF/PCM, SPDIF/RAW, Off Analog Out 2 Sets the player analog output jacks for use with your speaker configuration. 2 Channel, 5.
AM/FM TUNER Your player comes with a built-in AM/FM tuner. To use the AM/FM tuner: 1. Make sure that the AM loop antenna and the FM antenna have been connected properly on the rear panel of the player. 2. Press MODE to enter AM/FM mode. 3. Press the AM or FM button to listen to the AM of FM band, respectively. 4. Press STOP to toggle between the two tuning modes: CH (preset) and Tune (manual). • CH Mode: Listen to Preset Channels. This is the default tuning mode.
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have a problem with this player, please read the troubleshooting guide below and check our website at www.cobyusa.com for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and firmware updates. If these resources do not resolve the problem, please contact Technical Support. COBY Electronics Technical Support Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–11:00 PM EST Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM–11:00 PM EST Email: techsupport@cobyusa.com Phone: 800-681-2629 or 718-416-3197 Web: www.cobyusa.
TROUBLESHOOTING There is no sound or distorted sound. • Ensure that the TV and amplifier have been turned on and properly set up. • Ensure that the TV and amplifier connections are secure and correct. • Try a different Audio track of the DVD by pressing AUDIO. • Ensure that the MUTE function of the TV, Amplifier, or Player is not engaged. The Skip and Search functions are not working. • Some DVDs are programmed to disable the skip and search buttons.
SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply AC: 100-240V 50/60Hz 100W (max) Disc Media Support DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, JPEG Video Signal System NTSC / PAL Video Output Component Video (Progressive Scan) S-Video RCA Composite Video Audio Output Optical Digital Audio Coaxial Digital Audio RCA Stereo Audio Speaker Output Surround Right Surround Left Front Right Front Left Center Subwoofer Audio Input RCA Stereo Audio (2) Unit Dimensions 17.0” x 12.6” x 2.
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