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u s e r m a n u a l DPL911VD It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
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Table of Content Table of Contents General Information Features ........................................................... 2 DVD region codes ........................................... 2 Disc can be played ........................................... 2 Glossary of disc term ....................................... 2 Conventions about this manual ..................... 2 Notes on disc ................................................... 3 Accessory .........................................................
General Information Features Glossary of disc terms *2 • • • • *1 DVD player built-in Dolby Digital / DTS decoder. Digital amplifier. Tuner (AM/FM) receiver. Conforming DVD, SVCD, VCD1.1, VCD2.0, MP3, CDR, CDRW and CD-DA discs. • DVD navigation and SVCD, VCD 2.0 PBC controlling functions. • VFD front panel display and OSD menu display. • Full function remote control. *1 *2 Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.
General Information Notes on disc Accessary Disc handling precautions Check that you have the following items: • Main unit (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speakers (5) • Remote control (1) • AAA batteries (2) • Video cable (1) • Speaker cords (6) • AM loop antenna (1) • FM pigtail antenna (1) • Operations Manual (1) EN son Digita hom l T • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
Function Overview Display EN 1. Speaker Icons Indicates which of the six speakers is operating. 11. Track Indicator Shows the track number on CD. 2. Status Bar Shows the operating information. 12. Preset indicator Shows the preset station. 3. Frequency Unit Indicator In AM mode, “KHz” lights up. In FM mode, “MHz” lights up. 13. Chapter indicator Shows the chapter number. 4. VCD indicator Shows when VCD is playing. 5. Dolby Pro Logic Shows when the playing disc is recorded in Dolby Pro Logic format.
Function Overview Remote Control Please be sure you have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see relevant section on page 3.) You can test it by pressing any button. 22 1 2 3 4 PR 5 11 21 9 7 17 20 19 16 15 8 13 AV 6 12 8. Number Buttons • In Tuner mode, press to select a preset station. • In DVD/CD mode, enable pull down menu by INFO•RDS (Button 15), then press the OK key to select field to be adjusted. Press the Number Buttons to direct input the settings (e.g. CD track) 9.
Connections RIGHT LEFT EN + - CENTER + - Green Black Red Purple - Black SW 6 ohm Blue SL Black SR Grey Black C 86 ohms ohm REAR REAR + - FL + - FR + - Black White Black + - + Connecting to AM / FM antenna Connecting to Speakers • Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the AM jack. Position the loop antenna to receive the clearest sound. • Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM jack. Move the antenna in various direction until the clearest signal is received.
Connections Connecting to TV and additional components • Use the supplied audio cables to connect AUDIO IN jacks to the corresponding audio output jacks on the TV, VCR or other audio/visual components. • Use the audio cables to connect AUDIO OUT jacks to the corresponding audio in jacks on the TV, CD or TAPE recorder. • Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack to the S-Video input jack on the TV using a S-Video cable (not included). • Connect the VIDEO OUT jack to the Video input jacks on the TV using a video cable.
Basic Setup Setting up the Digital Home Theater system General setup EN You must connect all the speakers and setup the system properly in order to enjoy the Cinema experience at home. You will have the feeling of being in the middle of the action, because sound is coming from everywhere around you. The subwoofer can enhance the bass performance of your system dramatically. 1 Press the EQUALIZER button to select a channel. The level of the channel will appear on the front panel display.
Basic Setup Audio Setup 2 Test tone • This function is available to DVD mode only. • When setting TEST TONE on, the unit will give signals to each speaker respectively, so you can decide if any fine-tuning is needed for that speaker. • The test tone function can be activated even when there is no disc in the tray. Dynamic range setting In many listening situations, it is not recommended to set the volume too high, and thus the loudest sound must be compressed downwards in level.
Basic Setup Play mode setup Preferences setup EN Setting the Program You can use this function to play follow the program list you edit. • Use / / / Setting the TV type You can setup the colour system of this unit to match up your connected TV set. If the colour system of this unit is different from that of the TV set, the images can not be displayed normally on the screen. The default setting is PAL. keys to select the Title / Chapter. • Select Add to add new chapter to the program list.
Basic Setup Setting the language This is to select the audio language, subtitle language and the language used on TV screen menus or DVD menus that will always be used for every disc to be played. The default setting is ENGLISH. Setting the Parental This function allows to set playback limitation level. Playing some DVD discs can be limited depending on the age of the user.
Playing Discs General operation 1 When you complete all the connections, plug the AC power cord of the player and subwoofer. Using the menu for different types of discs Using the On-screen banner display 2 Press STANDBY/ON to switch on the main power. 3 Press SOURCE to select the input source. EN Title Time Display Audio Chapter Playmode Subtitles Angle 4 Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray, press again to close the disc tray. 5 Press VOL +/- to increase or decrease the volume level.
Playing Discs Subtitles Icon (DVD Info Display) Play Mode Icon (DVD, CD Info Displays) By default, subtitles are off. To turn subtitles on: The Play Mode options available depend upon the type of disc you’re playing. The default play mode (standard play) plays the disc’s contents in the order in which the disc was created (i. e., track 1 plays first, followed by track 2, etc.) 1 While a disc is playing, press INFO (the Info Display appears). 2 Use the button to scroll to the Subtitle icon.
Playing Discs Playing mp3 music files and displaying JPEG files This unit is able to play mp3 files and view JPEG image files. Please read the following for detailed procedures. 1 Open the tray by pressing OPEN•CLOSE. 2 Place the disc with the printed side facing up. 3 If the AutoPlay option in the Play Mode menu is enabled, the disc’s contents are displayed, otherwise press PLAY to display them.
Playing Discs Using the VCD menu Playing Video CD with PBC When playing Video CDs (Version 2.0) with PBC functions, you can enjoy simple interactive operations, operations with search functions, etc. PBC playback allows you to play Video CD interactively, following the menu on the TV screen. 1 Press INFO to set PBC function on. 1 Press INFO while playing a VCD. The VCD menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc. 2 Use the / buttons to select the item you want to change.
Playing Discs Using the CD menu 1 Press INFO while playing a CD. The CD menu appears on the TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc. 2 Use the / buttons to select the item you want to change. And use the / buttons to change the settings. Depending on the disc, you can use the number buttons (0~9) to select the item. 3 Press INFO again to exit. Item 1: Select CD Track Use the / buttons to select the track you want to play.
Other Function Tuning to radio stations Listening to an external source 1 Press POWER to switch on the system. • Press SOURCE on the front panel to select AUX1 or AUX2 or press AUX1/AUX2 on the remote directly. 2 Press SOURCE repeatedly until “FM” or “AM” appears on the front panel display. You can press TUNER to select FM or AM directly. The last received station is tuned in.
Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest service center. No power • Is the power cord firmly plugged into the power outlet? • One of the safety mechanisms may be operating. In this event, unplug the player from the power outlet briefly and then plug it in again. No picture • Check that the system is connected securely.
Specifications Tuner section Tuning range ................................................................................................................... FM 87.5 - 108 MHz (0.0.5MHz steps) ......................................................................................................................................... AM 522 - 1620 kHz ( 9 kHz steps) Amplifier section Output power .................................................................................................................
Care and Maintenance Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance. Cleaning Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth. The player CAUTION! This system operates with a laser. It must only be opened by a qualified technician. • Never move the player during playback. • Never put more than one disc on a tray or put a disc slipping out of the guide area. Handling discs son Digita hom l T • Do not touch the signal surfaces.
