DVD PLAYER DV-C302D 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.
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. 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.
Features of This Player State of the art digital audio and video Compatible with DVD, Video CD and CD formats DVD, Video CD and CD discs 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 Diameter/ Playable sides DVD VIDEO DVD VIDEO 12 cm (5in.)/ single-sided Playback time Digital audio Digital video (MPEG 2) 1 layer 2 layer 133 min. 242 min.
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.
Differences in Disc Composition How to Proceed in This Manual 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.
Table of Contents Before Using ........................................ 8 Setting the Language Options ......... 35 Checking Accessories ..................................... 8 Preparing the Remote Control ......................... 8 Selecting a Subtitle Language (Multi-Language Subtitles) ....................... 35 Changing the Audio Language (Multi-Language Function) ....................... 36 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus .....................
Before Using Preparing the Remote Control Inserting batteries into the remote control 1 While pushing the tab on the battery compartment cover toward the center of the remote, pull out in the direction indicated by the arrow. 2 Insert batteries. Checking Accessories Please confirm that the following were received with the player. Audio cord Video cord Make sure to match the plus (+) and minus (–) polarity guides on the batteries with the marks inside the battery compartment.
Names and Functions Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DISC DVD PLAYER ÛN¿ Ω≤?<Û 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 +10 1 2 SEARCH MODE OPEN/CLOSE 5.1CH MODE 4 1 3 DISC CHANGE 0 STANDBY/ON ¡ ¢ SURROUND SUB WOOFER 7 Î ^ % $ 1 # @ STANDBY/ON button ! 7 Press to switch the player on or to put in standby (pages 24,27 and 54). 2 3 4 8 5 Number buttons (1-9, 0, +10)* - OPEN/CLOSE 0 button 9 DISC button DISC CHANGE button ¡ ¢ (forward) button Press to advance to chapters/tracks.
~ 4 1 (reverse) button Press to go back to previous chapters/tracks. Press and hold to perform reverse playback scanning (page 26). ! Disc tray When loading a disc, place discs in the disc tray with the label side facing up (pages 24 and 27). @ Display window Displays system information (page 11). # Remote sensor Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the player (page 8).
Display Window 1 2 96 kHz ANGLE 3 4 5 6 7 8 REPEAT DOWN MIX L LS @ 1 R LFE RS C S TITLE ! 96 kHz indicator TRK CHP = ANGLE indicator ! TRK and CHP indicator GUI indicator LAST MEMORY indicator COND. MEMORY indicator Indicates that Condition Memory settings are memorized for the currently loaded DVD (page 51). 9 Indicates that the disc in the player is stopped and DISPLAY has been pressed (page 52).
Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 Y COMPONENT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT CONTROL IN S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT SELECT PB PR AUDIO OUT (2CH) 1 DIGITAL OUT OPT. 2 AUDIO OUT (5.1CH) FRONT SURROUND L L CENTER R R SUB WOOFER AC IN 9 1 2 8 7 CONTROL IN jack 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.
Remote Control (Buttons indicated with * are used for menu operation.) 1 1 LAST MEMORY CONDITION OPEN/CLOSE MEMORY 0 AUDIO SUBTITLE SETUP ANGLE MENU RETURN 5 ENTER PREVIOUS 0 REV PLAY FWD 1 3 ¡ ¢ STEP/SLOW e 8 STOP E 7 CLEAR 1 2 3 C 4 5 6 +10 7 8 9 0 PROGRAM REPEAT SEARCH MODE A-B RANDOM # $ % ^ & * ( ) _ + 2 3 SUBTITLE button Press repeatedly to select one of the subtitle languages programmed on a DVD or to turn the subtitles off (page 35).
0 Number buttons (1-9, 0, +10)* * Use to perform direct title and chapter/track searches, and to input numerical values (pages 25, 42 and 46). - Use to move through the options on menu screens and to change settings (pages 20, 24, 28 and 46). ( PROGRAM button ) REPEAT button During playback of a DVD, press once to repeat playback of the current chapter, and twice to repeat playback of the current title.
Making Connections Connection Guide The illustration on this page shows the basic setup using the audio and video cords included with this player. Use this illustration as a guide to setting up your home system. An explanation of each type of audio and video connection available can be found on pages 17 to 19. To determine the best audio and video connection setup for your system, refer to the manuals supplied with the components you are making connections to.
Home Theater Component Connections The connections on this page demonstrate the versatility of this player to conform to any number of home entertainment systems. Please note that the illustration shown on this page is meant as an example. Please refer to the manuals supplied with the components to which you are making connections to determine the best possible setup for your home system. TV or monitor An explanation of each type of audio and video connection available can be found on pages 17 to 19.
Audio Connections DIGITAL OUT (Coaxial) This player features two digital (optical and coaxial) and also analog 2 channel and 5.1 channel audio output connection possibilities. Digital Audio Connections: You can enjoy the digital audio recorded on DVD discs from both optical digital and coaxial digital output jacks. The digital signal is transmitted electronically through a coaxial cable. • Use to connect to an AV amplifier or receiver with built-in Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG decoder.
Analog Audio Connection: 5.1 CHANNEL AUDIO OUT After making physical connections to either the AUDIO OUT (2 CH) or AUDIO OUT (5.1 CH) analog jacks, be sure to identify which output you are going to be using in the [Analog Jacks] screen of the Setup Navigator (page 22). You can also manually set the output in the [Audio Out] setting of the Setup screen Audio 2 menu (page 31). 5.
Video Connections COMPONENT VIDEO OUT This player features S-video, composite video and component video output possibilities. Check the manual supplied with your TV or monitor to determine the best possible connection for your system. In addition to making physical connections to your TV or monitor, it is also necessary to assign the TV screen size. You can use the [Setup Navigator] in the Setup screen General to set whether you are using a wide screen or standard size TV or monitor (page 21).
Setting Up the Player 2 Press SETUP. When SETUP is pressed for the first time, the following screen appears. Though the Setup Navigator may be used more than once, this screen only appears the first time SETUP is pressed. Audio1 2 Video Language General Setup Navigator Using the Setup Navigator The Setup Navigator has been designed to simplify the process of getting the DVD player ready to perform.
Setting the OSD Language (On-Screen Display Language) The [OSD Language] screen establishes the OSD language, or on-screen display language, which refers to the language that is used by the player in menus and onscreen messages. Additionally, the language that is established at this setting will also be used for the default audio and subtitle language. Setting the TV screen size The [TV Type] screen establishes the size, or more appropriately the width to height ratio of your television or monitor.
Setting analog audio connections to an AV amplifier or receiver The [Analog Jacks] screen establishes whether analog connections have been made to an AV amplifier or receiver, and if connections are made, whether the connections made are for 2 channel stereo or for 5.1 channel surround sound. To coordinate your speaker system for 5.1 channel output When “5.1 Channel” is selected in the [Analog Jacks] screen, the following screens appear to determine the configuration of your speaker system.
Setting digital audio connections to an AV amplifier or decoder The [Digital Jack] screen establishes whether digital connections have been made to an AV amplifier, receiver, or external decoder. As there are numerous options available, please refer to the instructions supplied with the component the player is connected to to determine what digital audio formats can be decoded. If you have made no digital connections, select “Not Connected”.
Getting Started Using Your DVD Player 2 Press OPEN/CLOSE 0 (0 on the front panel). The disc tray comes out. 3 Load a disc. • Load a disc with the label side facing up, using the disc tray guide to align the disc. • Labels indicating disc numbers (1 through 3) are affixed to the disc table. Press the DISC CHANGE to rotate the disc tray and then load a disc on to the disc table.
When a menu screen is displayed Menu screens are displayed for DVDs that have menu screens or Video CDs that include Playback Control (PBC). DVDs often contain extra information that can be accessed in the DVD menu and sometimes makes navigating DVD menu screens as enjoyable as watching the feature presentation.
Chapter (Track) Skip Forward/ Skip Back – DVD/Video CD/CD Advancing to the next chapter (track) Press NEXT ¢ (¡ ¢ on the front panel). 4 5 PREVIOUS 4 5 5 5 ¢ 1 3 ¡ 8 e NEXT ¢ • Press to skip forward to the next chapter (track). • When a CD is loaded, you can advance more than one track forward by pressing and holding NEXT ¢ and releasing when the desired track number appears in the display. 7 E Skipping back to the previous chapter (track) Press PREVIOUS 4 (4 1 on the front panel).
Stopping Playback and Switching Power Off 1 Press STOP 7 (7 on the front panel). Playback stops. 2 – DVD/Video CD/CD Press OPEN/CLOSE 0 (0 on the front panel). • The disc table comes out. • The tray rotates and the disc that was playing is located towards the front on the left side of the table. 3 2 5 Remove the discs. 5 5 5 4 5 1 3 e 8 ¢ ¡ E 7 1 0 STANDBY/ON 4 1 7 8 ¡ ¢ 3 4 Press the DISC CHANGE to remove all discs. 5 Press ( panel).
Adjusting Audio and Video Settings 2 The Setup screen appears. (Example) Audio1 2 Video Language General Dolby Digital Out – Dolby Digital DTS Out – Off Linear PCM Out – 96kHz 3 48kHz MPEG Out – MPEG 3 PCM Setup audio Digital output format/tone adjust SETUP Exit Move Using the Setup Screen Menus The procedure on page 28 and 29 describes how to operate the menus on the Setup screen. These menus are used to set and adjust a number of system settings.
5 5 5 4 5 9 7 ¢ 1 3 ¡ e 8 E 8 7 7,8 7 IMPORTANT Changing the Setup Screen to “Expert” Menu Mode The Setup screen menus are divided into two levels, “Basic” and “Expert”, to make this unit more convenient to operate for different levels of users. The “Basic” menu mode contains functions that may be considered necessary for the basic operations of this player and helpful on-screen information identified by the i mark.
Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Component – DVD This player is capable of digital audio output for Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, and signals with a sampling rate of 96 kHZ. Make settings in the Setup screen Audio 1 menu to reflect the capabilities of the components that you have made digital connections to. Notes • If you have already completed the Setup Navigator screen operations, the settings on this page have already been set by the player.
Setting Analog Audio Connections to an AV Amplifier or Receiver This player is capable of both 2 channel stereo and 5.1 multichannel surround sound audio output. Use this setting to select which analog outputs are connected to an AV component. Make adjustments in the [Audio Out] setting in the Setup screen Audio 2 menu. 1 Audio2 Video Language General Audio DRC – Off Audio Out l 2 Channel Speaker Setting 5.1 Channel Setting up audio output Move SETUP Exit Settings: 2 Channel* 5.
Setting Your Speaker System for Multichannel Audio Playback 2 This player contains a built-in decoder for Dolby Digital audio sources as well as 5.1 channel discrete audio output that can be used to make connections to an amplifier or receiver with the corresponding inputs. Ideally, a 5.1 channel system contains 6 speakers: 2 front speakers, 2 surround speakers, a center speaker, and a sub woofer.
Setting the TV Screen Size The width-to-height ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while the width-to-height ratio of wide screen and high-definition TVs is 16:9. This width-to-height ratio is called the aspect ratio. When viewing software recorded in different aspect ratios, the image’s height to width ratio can be switched to match the TV or monitor being used. Make changes to the TV screen size in the [TV Screen] setting in the Setup screen Video menu.
Adjusting the OSD (On-Screen Display) If you have already completed the Setup Navigator screen operations, the settings on this page have already been set by the player. Turning the on-screen display on or off Expert If you would rather not have the operation indicators (Play, Stop, Resume, etc.) and other messages displayed on the screen, it is possible to turn them off in the [On Screen Display] setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the “Expert” menu mode (page 29).
Setting the Language Options DVDs have the capacity to contain a great deal of audio information, which includes the ability to hold up to 8 different language tracks and subtitle information in as many as 32 different languages. This section outlines the variety of audio language and subtitle options available with this player. Selecting a Subtitle Language (Multi-Language Subtitles) – DVD You can select a desired subtitle language with DVDs that have subtitle data in multiple languages recorded on them.
Changing the Audio Language (Multi-Language Function) – DVD Dolby Digital, PCM, and other audio data can be recorded on DVDs in a number of languages or audio tracks, letting you choose the desired language or audio. Changing Audio Type – Video CD/CD For enjoyment of karaoke or similar format Video CDs and CDs, it is possible to select stereo audio, or either right or left channel mono depending on the requirements of the source. Audio Audio :1 English Dolby Digital 5.
Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus The Setup screen Language menu contains a number of settings related to the audio and subtitle language preferences. Please note that changes to the settings in the Language menu in this section cannot be made when a disc is playing. Stop playback of the disc before attempting to make any changes. Selecting an audio language preference The audio language that you normally listen to can be selected from the various audio languages on a DVD.
When “Other” is selected If you select “Code”, use the number buttons to enter the code. You can also use the cursor buttons (5/∞) to input the code number. Use the cursor buttons (2/3) to change the position of the cursor. When you want to select one of the 136 languages as the main audio language, follow the steps below when the following screen appears. A language code list can be found on page 57.
Setting Auto Language to control subtitle and audio language based on program content When the Auto Language function is used, foreign movies are shown with the original audio soundtrack and subtitles in the language selected in the [Subtitle Language] menu option. Domestic films are shown with the original audio soundtrack and no subtitles. Make changes to the [Auto Language] setting in the Setup screen Language menu.
Advanced Functions This player is compatible with DVD, Video CD, and CD disc formats. Users already familiar with Video CD or CD will already be familiar with some of the functions the player is capable of performing. With DVD, an even greater number of possibilities and functions are available. Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack – DVD Audio DRC stands for Audio Dynamic Range Compression.
Still Frame/Slow Play/Frame Advance Playback – DVD/Video CD The video images on DVD and Video CD can be viewed as a still frame, played back at slow speeds and even advanced frame by frame. Viewing slow playback Press and hold STEP/SLOW E for about 2 seconds during playback. • Slow playback is engaged. • During slow playback, the speed of playback can be adjusted from 1/2 normal playback speed to 1/16 normal playback speed in four steps using STEP/SLOW e and E.
Searching for a Title, Chapter, Track, or Location on a Disc 1 The type of search changes with each press as follows. – DVD/Video CD/CD This player offers different ways of accessing the information on a DVD, Video CD, or CD. Using SEARCH MODE, you can search for titles or chapters on a DVD, tracks on a Video CD or CD, and even select the point in time to start playback. Press SEARCH MODE repeatedly to select the type of search.
Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle (Multi-Angle) – DVD You can select a camera angle when viewing DVDs with the multi-angle option. ANGLE ANGLE : 1/4 : 2/4 » « : 4/4 The jacket of discs that are recorded with angles will be marked with . When locations on discs that are recorded with angles are played back, the indicator can be displayed. To cancel the indicator, set [Angle Indicator] to “Off” in the Setup screen Video menu described in the section below.
Repeat Play – DVD/Video CD/CD To repeat a program You can repeat chapters or titles on DVDs, or repeat tracks, one disc or all discs (ALL) with CDs and Video CDs. You can also repeat just a specified part of a chapter or track. To cancel repeat play Press REPEAT once during program playback to repeat the program (page 47). Press CLEAR. Playback continues, but the repeat function is canceled.
Random Play – DVD/Video CD/CD You can play in random order chapters or titles on DVDs, or tracks, 1 disc, or all discs (ALL) with CDs and Video CDs. Random playback of all tracks on all discs –Video CD/CD Press RANDOM twice, then press ENTER. “Random All” appears on the screen, and random playback begins. 5 5 5 5 4 1 e ¢ 3 8 ENTER All tracks on all CDs and Video CDs loaded will play in a random order (DVD discs loaded will be ignored).
Playback in a Desired Order (Program Play) – DVD/Video CD/CD 4 The titles and chapters on a DVD and similarly the tracks on a Video CD or CD can be arranged to play in the order you want. You can create a program mixing titles, chapters, and tracks on all of the discs loaded in the disc tray. Use the number buttons to enter the numbers of the title or tracks in the order you want to program them in. • For DVDs, this number will be a disc title; for Video CDs and CDs, a track number.
To confirm the contents of a program Notes 1 Press PROGRAM. • If a chapter is programmed for a disc that has not yet been read by the player (“???” is displayed), and a CD or Video CD is later detected in the tray, the chapter program information is cleared. Additionally, if there is no disc in the tray, or if the programmed chapter number is larger than the number of chapters in the selected title, the chapter program information is erased.
Setting the Parental Lock Level This player lets you set the Parental Lock if the DVD has a parental lock level recorded on it. With Parental Lock capable discs, you can block access to material you feel is inappropriate for your children. Refer to the DVD disc jacket and the accompanying documentation to see if a particular disc contains a parental lock level. Entering the password When you select either “Level Change” or “Password Change”, it is necessary to enter the password (4-digit code number).
Setting the Parental Lock level Changing the password Change the Parental Lock level to a higher or lower level according to the settings printed on the DVD disc jacket or accompanying documentation. If you use the Condition Memory function to save the settings for a particular disc, the Parental Lock level is saved as well. Because it is saved in memory, Parental Lock levels can be set for individual discs according to their content rather than a set level for all DVDs.
Resuming playback from where LAST MEMORY was pressed The Last Memory function is convenient when you want to continue viewing a disc from the point where you were watching before. Unlike the resume function, the Last Memory function is effective even if the DVD is removed from the player (With Video CDs, the LAST MEMORY location is erased from memory when the disc is changed or ejected.) .
Memorizing Settings for Often Viewed DVDs (Condition Memory) – DVD You can store in memory settings for DVDs you often watch. Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the player, or switch power to the player to standby. If you load a disc that has its settings memorized, “COND_MEMO” appears in the display. When you start playing the disc, the memorized settings are automatically recalled.
Viewing Disc Information The display changes for each type of disc as follows each time the button is pressed. – DVD/Video CD/CD Use DISPLAY to get current information about the disc currently loaded. You can get information about the titles and chapters on a DVD or tracks on a Video CD or CD. When viewing DVDs, you can also check the digital bitstream transmission rate. DVD TITLE information: Play Title 37–1 0.04 –73.09/ 73.
CD Track Information: Play Track 1 –4.00/ 0.03 4.03 Top Row: disc number, track number, track time Bottom Row: remaining time of current track, and total time of current track Press DISPLAY during while a disc is stopped to display DVD title and chapter information or Video CD and CD track information. Press DISPLAY again to turn the display off. Information about the titles and chapters or tracks on a disc is displayed.
Changing the Background Color of the Screen Expert Turning the Screen Saver On and Off Expert You can select a blue or black background to appear when the player is in the stop mode. As a protective function against residual images on the TV screen or monitor, a phenomenon referred to as “screen burn”, the screen saver appears when the same screen has been displayed for a length of time. By default, the screen saver is turned on.
Additional Information NEVER PLAY CRACKED OR WARPED DISCS The disc revolves in the player at high speed when it is played. Never play a cracked, scratched or warped disc. This may damage the player or cause it to malfunction. Disc Care NEVER USE DISCS WITH SPECIAL SHAPES HOW TO HOLD DISCS When loading or removing discs, try not to touch their playing surfaces. CD’s with special shapes (heart-shaped CDs, octagonal CDs, etc.) cannot be played on this set. Attempting to do so may damage the set.
For Proper and Long Use of This Unit DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT DURING PLAYBACK During playback, the disc rotates at high speed. Do NOT lift or move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the disc. WHEN MOVING THE UNIT When changing places of installation or packing the unit for moving, be sure to remove the disc and return the disc table to its original position in the player. Then, press STANDBY/ON and switch the power to standby.
Language Code List Language codes are used when setting the audio and subtitle language preferences.
Troubleshooting Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
Audio is not output or is distorted. The Setup screen Audio 1 menu [96kHz PCM Out] setting is set to “96 kHz”. Digital output is prohibited on some discs. \ Be sure to make analog audio connections as well as digital connections (pages 17 and 18). The disc is dirty. \ Refer to “Disc Care” (page 55). The connection plugs are not inserted fully into the terminals or are not connected. \ Check that all connection plugs are firmly inserted. The connection plug or terminal is dirty.
Terms Aspect ratio Aspect ratio refers to the length to height ratio of TV screens. The ratio of a standard TV is 4:3, while the ratio of a high-definition or wide TV is 16:9. The latter allows you to enjoy a picture with a wider perspective. Dolby Digital The maximum 5.1 channels of audio used in the surround system (Surround Digital) for movie theaters is digital data compressed by the third generation algorithm encoder, AC-3.
Parental lock level Subtitle This function was suggested by parents concerned about what type of media their children were able to watch. Parental lock restrictions are restrictions incorporated into titles which include scenes that parents may not wish their children to view. Subtitles are language titles superimposed on movies, or other media. Up to 32 different subtitle languages can be recorded on a DVD disc. The subtitle function can be used to select the language of your choice.
Specifications General System ... DVD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Power requirements ............................. AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption ................................................ 14 W Power consumption in standby mode ................... 0.7 W Weight .................................................. 4.5 kg (9 lb 9 oz) Dimensions ................... 420 (W) x 376 (D) x 128 (H) mm (16 9/16 (W) x 14 13/16 (D) x 5 1/16 (H) in.) (Not including protruding cables, etc.
Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Independent Service Company, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, service manuals, or accessories, please call the number shown below. 800–421–1404 Please do not ship your product to Pioneer without first calling the Customer Service Department at the above listed number for assistance. PIONEER ELECTRONICS SERVICE, INC. CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT P.O.
N We Want You Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts. To establish a safe level: • Start your volume control at a low setting. • Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.
