7 Inch Wide AV System Display/DVD Player ENGLISH Operation Manual AVX-P7300DVD
Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.
For U.S. and Canadian Models About This Product Video System of a Connected Component This product is compatible with the NTSC system. When connecting other components to this product, be sure components are compatible with the same video systems. If it is not, images will not be correctly reproduced. Precaution: • This product is incompatible with the PAL system. Refer to “Video System of a Connected Component” on page 3 for explanation of other area models video system.
Before Using IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS PLEASE READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR DISPLAY AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 1. Read this manual fully and carefully before operating your display. 2. Keep this manual handy for future reference. 3. Pay close attention to all warnings in this manual and follow the instructions carefully. 4. Do not allow other persons to use this system until they have read and understood the operating instructions. 5.
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Contents Be sure to read this. Discs Compatible with this Product ............ 7 Disc Operation .............................................. 8 Dear Customer .............................................. i For U.S. and Canadian Models .................... ii - About This Product - Important - Precaution IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................ iii - PLEASE READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR DISPLAY AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Before Using .....................................
Operating with Information Displays .................... 33 Calling up Information Displays ................ 33 Operating with the Information Display 1 of a DVD ............................ 34 - Searching for a Desired Scene, Starting Playback from a Specified Time - Selecting Audio, Subtitle and Angle Operating with the Information Display 2 of a DVD ............................ 36 - Selecting Repeat Range - Selecting Audio Output Operating with the Information Display of a Video CD ......................
Before Using Before Using Before Using This Product About This Product [For European models] • This product complies with the EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC). Video System of a Connected Component [For models except U.S. and Canadian models] This product is NTSC/PAL system compatible. When connecting other components to this product, be sure components are compatible with the same video systems. If it is not, images will not be correctly reproduced.
To Ensure Safe Driving WARNING • To avoid the risk of accident and the potential violation of applicable laws, this product is not for use with a video screen that is visible to the driver. • In some countries or states the viewing of images on a display inside a vehicle even by persons other than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed. Before Using To ensure safe vehicle operation, complicated functions are not operable during driving.
Before Using Precaution • • • • Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible. Protect the product from moisture. If the battery is disconnected, the preset memory will be erased and must be reprogrammed.
Condition Memory This function memorizes audio language, subtitle language, angle number, audio output (L, R) and aspect ratio made during disc playback for up to 30 discs. Without any special operations, the final setting details during playback of a disc are memorized. The next time a disc is played, the previous settings are automatically applied. Note: • With some discs, audio language and subtitle language are automatically specified, in which case condition memory does not function.
Before Using Discs Compatible with this Product Features of This Player 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 this player. For more information on discs compatible with this player, refer to the table below. Disc types and logos Diameter/Playable sides DVD VIDEO 12 cm (5 in.)/single-sided DVD VIDEO 12 cm (5 in.)/double-sided DVD VIDEO 8 cm (3 in.)/single-sided 8 cm (3 in.
Precaution: • Playback of DVD-Audio and CD-ROM discs is not possible. This player can only playback discs bearing the marks shown on page 7. • DVDs that have incompatible region numbers (see page 70) cannot be played on this player. The region number of the player can be found on the top of this product. The illustration below shows the regions and corresponding region numbers. Before Using • Normal playback of CD-R/CD-RW discs other than those recorded with a music CD recorder may not be possible.
Before Using Disc Organization DVD On DVD-Video discs, the contents are divided into titles which are in turn divided into chapters. With video material, a single work (movie etc.) usually corresponds to a single title, with different scenes corresponding to separate chapters. With karaoke discs, one song corresponds to one title. However, some discs are not organized like this, so bear this in mind when using the Search function.
Main Features of This Product You can play back DVDs, Video CDs (PBC compatibility) and CDs. You can enjoy different kinds of repeat play. Still Image & Frame-By-Frame Playback You can view still images or playback of one frame at a time. Slow Motion Playback Slow motion playback is possible. Multi-Aspect Switching between Wide screen, Letter box and Panscan display is possible. Multi-Audio You can switch between multiple audio systems recorded on a DVD as desired.
Before Using 11 Care of Discs Precaution • This product is designed for use with conventional, fully circular discs only. Use of shaped discs are not recommended for this product. • Check all discs before playing and discard cracked, scratched or warped discs. • Wipe dirty or damp discs outward from the center with a soft cloth. • Avoid touching the recorded (iridescent) surface when handling discs. • Store discs in their cases when not in use. • Keep discs out of direct sunlight and high temperatures.
Detaching and Replacing the Front Panel Theft Protection The front panel of this product is detachable to discourage theft. When the front panel is detached, this product will not be operable as the front panel contains the Signal receptor and OPEN/CLOSE button that are necessary for operation. Detaching the Front Panel • Eject the front panel. Before Using The LED indicator will flash while the front panel is being detached. Note: • Take care not to grip it too tightly or drop it.
Before Using Key Finder Remote Controller w !2 POWER e q MENU TOP r AUDIO RTN t S.TITLE DISP y ANGLE u i o !0 BSSM/ ch call DVD TV BAND RGB MENU WIDE 1 ANGLE 2 3 C CLEAR !1 q Remote control code selection switch (For details, see page 54.) w TOP MENU button e MENU button r AUDIO button t SUBTITLE button y ANGLE button u REVERSE (1) button i PLAY/PAUSE (6) button o PREVIOUS (4) 13 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 V.
This Product The following diagram shows the display when it is deployed. !0 Before Using @8 @3 @2 @6 !3 @9 i @0 o @1 @7 !9 @5 Note: • This product plays one standard 12 cm (5 in.) or 8 cm (3 in.) single disc at a time. Do not use an adapter when playing 8 cm (3 in.) disc. • Do not insert anything into the Disc Loading Slot other than discs that are compatible with this product. • The DVD function can be turned ON/OFF with the disc remaining in this product. (Refer to page 23.
Before Using Using the Remote Controller This product is equipped with a remote controller for convenient operation. • Point the controller in the direction of the unit to operate. Precaution: • Do not store the remote controller in high temperatures or direct sunlight. • The controller may not function properly in direct sunlight. • Do not let the remote controller fall onto the floor, where it may become jammed under the brake or accelerator pedal.
Switching the Remote Control Operation Mode Switch When using this product with a separately sold TV or display, you can use the supplied remote controller to perform some TV or display operations. To operate the TV or display, set the remote control operation mode switch to “TV”. To operate this product, set the switch to “DVD”. (See page 13.) Function Compatibility Charts Functions that can be operated differ depending on the TV or display. Refer to the following chart before operating.
Operation of the Display Operation of the Display Deploying the Display • Turn your vehicle’s engine ON. The display will be automatically deployed by the automatic close/open mode. If the display is not automatically deployed, press the OPEN/CLOSE button. Note: • The automatic close/open mode will operate the display as follows. * When the ignition switch is turned OFF while the display is deployed, the display will be closed after approximately 6 seconds.
Screen Angle Adjustment The angle of this product’s screen continues changing as long as you keep pressing the ANGLE button. • Adjust the screen to an easily viewable angle. • If you can hear the display knocking against your vehicle’s console or dashboard, press the ANGLE button on the (–) side to move the screen a little forward. Note: • When adjusting the angle, be sure to press the ANGLE button. Forcible adjusting of the display by hand may damage it.
Operation of the Display Closing the Display • Turn the vehicle’s engine OFF. The display will be automatically closed by the automatic close/open mode. If the display does not close automatically, press the OPEN/CLOSE button. Note: • When closing the display, check to make sure that it has closed completely. If the display has stopped halfway, leaving it like this could result in damage to it. • The automatic close/open mode will operate the display as follows.
Changing the Wide Mode You can select a desired mode for enlarging a 4:3 picture to a 16:9 one. • Select the desired mode in the following order: Full (FULL) A 4:3 picture is enlarged in the horizontal direction only, enabling you to enjoy a 4:3 TV picture (normal picture) without any omissions.
Operation of the Display Switching the Illumination Color (For European models) This product is equipped with two illumination colors, green and red. You can select the desired illumination color. • Switch to the desired illumination color. Hold for 2 seconds Repeat the preceding operation to switch to the previous color.
Switching the Video Source 7 Switching to RGB You can watch videos from a component connected to this produt’s RGB input. • Switch to RGB. Note: • If you select the “AVM” video select setting in the display setting menu, video is locked to RGB. (See page 56.) 7 Switching to AV and VTR You can switch between video from a component connected to this product’s video input (VTR) and video from the built-in DVD player or component connected to AV-BUS input (AV).
Basic Operations Basic Operations Switching Power ON/OFF Switching Power ON Press the SOURCE button on the Head Unit. Press repeatedly until DVD is selected, and the disc starts playing. Note: • If you were previously playing a DVD, playback of that disc resumes from where you left off. • With some discs, a menu may be displayed. (See page 24.) Switching Power OFF Press the SOURCE button for 1 second on the Head Unit. Power to the Head Unit switches OFF.
Disc (DVD/Video CD/CD) Playback BAND BSSM/ ch call ANGLE Press the PLAY/PAUSE (6) button. DVD TV The playback mark ( disc starts playing. RGB MENU VD V.SEL ) is displayed for 4 seconds and the REAR CD WIDE OPEN/CLOSE ideo VCD ANGLE Note: • Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE (6) button when a disc is playing, pauses playback. • If the last disc played was a DVD, playback starts from the point on that disc where you stopped play previously.
Basic Operations With Video CDs WIDE OPEN/CLOSE ANGLE 1 2 3 C 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 CLEAR Press the number buttons to select a desired menu option. Playback starts from the selected menu option. Operation with the joystick is not possible. 7 To Display the Menu You can display the menu by pressing the RETURN button while PBC playback. For details, refer to the instructions provided with the disc.
Specifying Title/Chapter/Track (Direct Search) Specifying Title WIDE OPEN/CLOSE ANGLE 1 2 3 C 4 5 6 10 7 8 9 0 CLEAR VD ideo VCD Press the number button corresponding to a desired title number when the disc is stopped. Title number is displayed for 8 seconds and playback starts from the selected title. To select 3, press button 3. To select 10, press buttons 10 and 0 in order. To select 23, press buttons 10, 10 and 3 in order.
Basic Operations Disc Fast Forward/Reverse Fast Forward S.TITLE 1 DISP BAND BSSM/ ch call ANGLE DVD TV RGB MENU V.SEL During play, continue pressing the FORWARD (¡) button. The fast forward mark ( ) is displayed while pressing the button and disc fast forward is performed. REAR WIDE 2 Release the FORWARD (¡) button at the point you want to watch/listen. Playback resumes from that point.
Stopping Playback BSSM/ ch call ANGLE TV VD Press the STOP (7) button. ideo VCD RGB MENU V.SEL REAR CD WIDE OPEN/CLOSE 1 ANGLE 2 3 C Note: • When you stop DVD or Video CD playback (during PBC playback only) by pressing the STOP (7) button, that location on the disc is memorized enabling playback from that point when you play the disc again.
Playback Variations Playback Variations Still, Frame-by-Frame and Slow Motion Playback Still Playback This lets you pause playback and view a still picture. BSSM/ ch call ANGLE BAND DVD TV RGB MENU Press the PLAY/PAUSE (6) button during playback. The still mark ( ) is displayed for 4 seconds and playback is paused letting you view a still image. V.SEL REAR WIDE OPEN/CLOSE ANGLE • To return to normal playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE (6) button once more.
Changing Audio Language during Playback (Multi-Audio) DVDs can provide audio playback with different languages and different systems (Dolby Digital, DTS etc.). With DVDs featuring multi-audio recordings, you can switch between languages/audio systems during playback. POWER 1 MENU AUDIO RTN S.TITLE DISP ANGLE 2 TOP MENU BAND ideo VCD Press the AUDIO button during playback. The audio selection mark ( BSSM/ ch call VD ) is displayed for 8 seconds.
Playback Variations Changing the Subtitle Language during Playback (Multi-Subtitle) With DVDs featuring multi-subtitle recordings, you can switch between subtitle languages during playback. MENU 1 AUDIO RTN S.TITLE DISP Press the SUBTITLE button during playback. BSSM/ ch call ANGLE BAND DVD TV The subtitle selection mark ( onds. ) is displayed for 8 sec- RGB MENU 2 V.SEL Press the SUBTITLE button while the subtitle selection mark is displayed.
Changing the Viewing Angle during Playback (Multi-Angle) VD With DVDs featuring multi-angle (scenes shot from multiple angles) recordings, you can switch among viewing angles during playback. 7 About Scenes that Let You Change the Viewing Angle During playback of a scene shot from multiple angles on this product, the angle mark ( ) is displayed in the bottom right of the screen. Switch angle mark display ON/OFF using the SET UP MENU. For details, refer to “Setting Angle Mark Display” on page 51. S.
Operating with Information Displays Operating with Information Displays Calling up Information Displays Information displays let you easily perform a wide range of disc operations. These include starting playback from a specified title, chapter or time, setting the range of Repeat play and switching between different audio and subtitle settings. POWER MENU TOP MENU AUDIO RTN S.TITLE DISP BSSM/ ch call ANGLE DVD TV BAND RGB MENU 1 Press the DISPLAY button.
Operating with the Information Display 1 of a DVD VD This display lets you use the Search function to specify a title or chapter to search for a desired scene, use the Time Search function to specify a time to search for a desired scene, select the desired audio and subtitle language, and select the angle.
Operating with Information Displays Selecting Audio, Subtitle and Angle You can perform Audio (language, stereo, audio type as Dolby Digital etc.), Subtitle language and Angle selection. 1 Move the joystick left/right to select a desired option. The selected option is indicated in blue. 2 Move the joystick up/down to switch to the desired setting. Audio Subtitles Angle This switches you to the selected setting.
Operating with the Information Display 2 of a DVD VD In addition to the Search and Time Search functions of the information display 1, this display lets you select the range for Repeat play, and switch audio output. Selecting Repeat Range You can choose between Repeat play of a disc, title or chapter. 1 Move the joystick left/right to select the Repeat range option. The Repeat range option is indicated in blue. 2 Move the joystick up/down to switch to the desired setting.
Operating with Information Displays Operating with the Information Display of a Video CD This display lets you use the Search function to specify a track to search for desired scenes, use the Time Search function to specify a time to search for a desired scene, switch audio output, and select the range for Repeat play. During playback of Video CDs featuring PBC (Playback Control), “PLAYBACK CONTROL ON” is displayed.
3 While the input number is displayed, click the joystick. This starts playback from the selected scene. Note: • Time Search is not possible while the disc is stopped. ideo VCD 7 Direct Search Even without using an information display you can start playback of a desired track. For details, see page 26. Selecting Repeat Range You can choose between Repeat play of a disc or a track. 1 Move the joystick left/right to select the Repeat range option. The Repeat range option is indicated in blue.
Operating with Information Displays Operating with the Information Display of a CD This display lets you use the Search function to specify a track to search for desired track, select the range for Repeat play, and switch Random play and Scan play ON/OFF. Searching for a Desired Track You can use the Search function to specify a track to search for a desired track. 1 Move the joystick left/right to select the Track option. Track The Track option is indicated in blue.
Setting Random Play Tracks of the CD you are currently listening to are played in a random order. 1 Move the joystick left/right to select the Random option. The Random option is indicated in blue. 2 Move the joystick up/down to switch to the desired setting. Random play CD This switches you to the selected setting. ON Ô OFF Setting Scan Play The beginning of each track on the CD you are currently listening to is played for about 10 seconds.
Changing Initial Settings Changing Initial Settings Calling up the SET UP MENU You can use this menu to change Audio, Subtitle, Parental Lock and other DVD settings. POWER MENU TOP MENU AUDIO RTN S.TITLE DISP Press the STOP (7) button. Press the MENU button when the disc is stopped. The SET UP MENU is displayed. BSSM/ ch call ANGLE 1 2 DVD TV BAND RGB MENU V.SEL REAR WIDE OPEN/CLOSE ANGLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 C 7 8 9 0 CLEAR 3 REMOTE CONTROLLER Press the NEXT (¢) button.
VD 4 Press the NEXT (¢) button. The third SET UP MENU is displayed. Note: • To switch to the second SET UP MENU, press the PREVIOUS (w2) button. Note: • If you press the MENU button during display of a SET UP MENU, the SET UP MENU is canceled and the unit returns to the previous display. 7 Returning to the previous display The SET UP MENU lets you switch between displays of different setting options.
Changing Initial Settings Setting the Subtitle (SUBTITLE LANG.) You can set a desired subtitle language. If the selected subtitle language is recorded on the DVD, subtitles are displayed in that language. You can also switch subtitle and assist subtitle display ON/OFF. Setting Subtitles and Assist Subtitles ON/OFF You can switch Subtitle and Assist Subtitle ON/OFF as desired. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “SUBTITLE LANG.”. “SUBTITLE LANG.” is indicated in blue. 2 Click the joystick.
Setting the Subtitle Language VD You can set the preferred subtitle language. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “SUBTITLE LANG.”. “SUBTITLE LANG.” is indicated in blue. 2 Click the joystick. 3 Move the joystick up/down to select the “LANGUAGE SELECT”. A subtitle language menu is displayed. “LANGUAGE SELECT” is indicated in blue. 4 Click the joystick. 5 Move the joystick up/down to select the desired language. A language select menu is displayead.
Changing Initial Settings 6 Click the joystick. A subtitle language is set. Note: • If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, languages specified on the disc are displayed. • You can also switch the subtitle language during playback with the SUBTITLE button. (See page 31.) • Even if you use the SUBTITLE button to switch the subtitle language, this does not affect the settings here. • Pressing the RETURN button takes you back to the previous display.
Setting the Audio Language (AUDIO LANG.) VD You can set the preferred audio language. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “AUDIO LANG.”. “AUDIO LANG.” is indicated in blue. 2 Click the joystick. 3 Move the joystick up/down to select the desired audio language. An audio language menu is displayed. The currently set language is indicated the mark “ ”. The language selected with the joystick is indicated in blue. Note: • To switch to the second audio language menu, press the NEXT (¢) button.
Changing Initial Settings Setting the Menu Language (MENU LANG.) You can set the preferred language for displays of menus recorded on a disc. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “MENU LANG.”. “MENU LANG.” is indicated in blue. 2 Click the joystick. 3 Move the joystick up/down to select the desired menu language. A menu language menu is displayed. The currently set language is indicated the mark “ ”. The language selected with the joystick is indicated in blue.
2 Click the joystick. 3 Press the number buttons to input a four digit code number. 4 Click the joystick. 5 Move the joystick left/right to select the desired level. Parental Lock setting menu is displayed. The code number is set, and you can now set the level. Parental Lock details LEVEL 8 Playback of the entire disc is possible. (Initial setting) LEVEL 7 – LEVEL 2 This prevents playback of discs featuring adult oriented material.
Changing Initial Settings Changing the Level You can change the set Parental Lock level. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “PARENTAL”. “PARENTAL” is indicated in blue. 2 Click the joystick. 3 Press the number buttons to input the registered code number. 4 Click the joystick. Parental Lock setting menu is displayed. This enters the code number, and you can now change the level. Note: • If you input an incorrect code number, the prohibited mark “ ” is displayed.
Setting Aspect Ratio (TV ASPECT) VD There are two kinds of display. A wide screen display has a width-to-height ratio (TV aspect) of 16:9, while a regular display has a TV aspect of 4:3. When a display is connected to the rear video output, set the correct TV aspect as for that display. Note: • If you change the TV aspect, this product’s display changes to the same setting. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “TV ASPECT” in the second SET UP MENU. “TV ASPECT” is indicated in blue.
Changing Initial Settings Setting Angle Mark Display (ANGLE) With discs featuring multi-angle recordings, the angle mark is displayed at the bottom right of the screen during playback of scenes enabling multi-angle viewing. You can set angle selection mark display ON/OFF. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “ANGLE” in the second SET UP MENU. “ANGLE” is indicated in blue. (For details, see page 41.) 2 Click the joystick. 3 Move the joystick up/down to select angle mark display ON/OFF.
Setting for Digital Output (DIGITAL OUTPUT) VD Set digital output correctly to match the components you are using with this unit. There is no need to change settings if this unit is not connected for digital output. Precaution: • Incorrect setting may result in noise and damage to speakers so be sure to read the manuals of the connected components. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “DIGITAL OUTPUT” in the second SET UP MENU. “DIGITAL OUTPUT” is indicated in blue. (For details, see page 41.
Changing Initial Settings Setting Digital and Analog Audio Output (OUTPUT SELECTION) You can set linear PCM audio output for both digital and analog output. Set audio output correctly to match the components you are using with this unit. Precaution: • If the setting is incorrect there will be no sound so be sure to read the manuals of the connected components. 1 Move the joystick up/down to select the “OUTPUT SELECTION” in the second SET UP MENU. “OUTPUT SELECTION” is indicated in blue.
Setting Remote Control Code Type (REMOTE CODE SELECT) VD When using this product with a Pioneer DVD player, set the remote code of the supplied remote controller to enable operation of this product only. There are two remote codes, CODE TYPE A and CODE TYPE B. When using this product with an “XDV-P9” MultiDVD Player, select CODE TYPE B. When using this product with a DVD navigation unit, select CODE TYPE A.
Setting the Display Setting the Display Operating the Setting Menu Entering the Display Setting Menu Perform display and picture setting with this menu. You cannot operate this menu with remote controller. Use the Display buttons. 1 Enter the Display Setting Menu. Hold for 2 seconds 2 Select the desired mode in the following order: Each press changes the Mode ... VSEL SET = AUTO OPEN = BRIGHT = COLOR* = HUE* = DIMMER To cancel the Display Setting Menu, press the WIDE button again for 2 seconds.
Switching the Video Select Setting You can change the video select setting. the WIDE button and select the video select 1 Press the Display Setting Menu. 2 mode (VSEL SET) in Switch to the desired video select setting in the following order: AUTO Ô MANUAL Ô AVM 7 AUTO When the Head Unit source is switched to a component connected to the AV-BUS, output automatically switches to video from that component. 7 MANUAL You can switch between VTR and AV with the V.SOURCE button. (Refer to page 22.
Setting the Display Adjusting the Bright You can adjust the bright of the picture. 1 Press the WIDE button and select the Bright mode (BRIGHT) in the Display Setting Menu. 2 Adjust the Bright. Note: • The density of the display black can be adjusted within the range of “–24” to “+24.” • The adjustment values are recorded separately for the AV, VTR and RGB video. The adjustment values of a component (AV) connected to the AV-BUS input are also recorded separately.
Adjusting the Hue You can adjust the hue of the picture. 1 Press the WIDE button and select the Hue mode (HUE) in the Display Setting Menu. 2 Adjust the Hue. Note: • The display changes within a range from “–24” to “+24” as the distinction of the picture changes from reddish to greenish. • The adjustment values are recorded separately for the AV, VTR and RGB video. The adjustment values of a component (AV) connected to the AV-BUS input are also recorded separately.
Others Others Operating with the Head Unit This produt’s some operations can be performed with the head unit. When connected to a Pioneer Multi-Channel AV Master Unit (e.g. AVM-P9000R), refer to the AV Master Unit Owner’s Manual. When connected to the “DEX-P9R” or “DEX-P9”, refer to the Head Unit’s Manual. When operating with another head unit, refer to the following Function Compatibility Chart and Function Mode Switching, and operate with the appropriate buttons.
Switching Power ON When connected to a head unit other than a Pioneer Multi-Channel AV Master Unit (e.g. AVM-P9000R), performing the following steps switches power ON. Switch the head unit’s source to this unit. For details, refer to the head unit’s Owner’s Manual. Precaution • You cannot switch the head unit’s source with remote control for DVD player. • When you have switched power to this unit ON by pressing the POWER button, power to this unit remains ON even if you switch power to the head unit OFF.
Others Using the Display Correctly CAUTION • If moisture or foreign matter should get inside the product, turn OFF the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station. Using the product in this condition may result in a fire or electric shock, or other failure. • If you notice smoke, a strange noise or smell, or any other abnormal signs from the display, turn OFF the power immediately and consult your dealer or the nearest authorized PIONEER Service Station.
About the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen • If the display is near the vent of an air conditioner when it is deployed, make sure that air from the air conditioner is not blowing on it. Heat from the heater may break the LCD screen, and cool air from the cooler may cause moisture to form inside the display resulting in possible damage. Also, if the display is cooled down by the cooler, the screen may become dark, or the life span of the small fluorescent tube used inside the display may be shortened.
Others Troubleshooting If you think there is something wrong with the unit. Before requesting repairs, check the following chart. \ If the problem remains even after checking. Reset the unit. (See page 6.) \ If the problem still remains. Request repairs. 7 Common problems Symptom Power doesn’t switch ON. The unit doesn’t operate. Cause Remedy Leads and connectors are incorrectly connected. Confirm once more that all connections are correct. A fuse has blown.
7 Common problems (continued) Symptom There’s no picture. Cause The parking brake cord is not connected. Remedy Connect a parking brake cord, and apply the parking brake. The parking brake is not applied. The prohibited mark “ ” is The operation is prohibited for displayed, and operation is the disc. not possible. The operation is not compatible with the disc’s organization. This operation is not possible. The picture stops (pauses) and the unit cannot be operated.
Others 7 Problems during DVD playback Symptom Cause Playback is not possible. Replace the disc with one featuring the same region number as this unit. (See page 8.) A Parental Lock message is displayed and playback is not possible. Parental Lock is ON. Switch Parental Lock OFF or change the level. (See page 47.) Parental Lock cannot be canceled. The code number is incorrect. Input the correct code number. (See page 49.) You have forgotten your code number.
7 Problems during Video CD playback Symptom Cause The PBC (Playback Control) The Video CD playing does not feature PBC. menu display cannot be called up. Repeat play and Track/Time Search are not possible. Remedy This operation is not possible with Video CDs not featuring PBC. PBC is switched OFF. Switch PBC ON. (See page 25.) PBC is switched ON. Switch PBC OFF. (See page 25.) 7 Problems during Multi-Channel AV Master Unit connection Symptom There’s no sound.
Others If You Forget Your Code Number Refer to “Changing the Level”, step 3 on page 49, and press the CLEAR button 10 times. The registered code number is canceled, letting you register a new one. Error Message When problems occur with disc playback, an error message appears on the display. Refer to the table below to identify the problem, then take the suggested corrective action. If the error persists, contact your dealer or your nearest PIONEER Service Center.
Language Code Chart Input code 1001 0514 0618 0519 0405 0920 2608 1412 1620 1922 1821 1115 0512 0101 0102 0106 0113 0118 0119 0125 0126 0201 0205 0207 0208 0209 0214 0215 0218 0301 0315 0319 0325 0401 0426 0515 0520 0521 0601 0609 0610 0615 0625 0701 0704 0712 0714 0721 Language (code) Input code Hausa (ha) 0801 Hindi (hi) 0809 Croatian (hr) 0818 Hungarian (hu) 0821 Armenian (hy) 0825 Interlingua (ia) 0901 Interlingue (ie) 0905 Inupiak (ik) 0911 Indonesian (in) 0914 Icelandic (is) 0919 Hebrew (iw) 0923 Yid
Others Terms Aspect Ratio This is the width-to-height ratio of a TV screen. A regular display has an aspect ratio of 4:3. Wide-screen displays have an aspect ratio of 16:9, providing a bigger picture for exceptional presence and atmosphere. Chapter DVD titles are in turn divided into chapters which are numbered in the same way as the chapters of a book. With DVDs featuring chapters, you can quickly find a desired scene with Chapter Search.
Multi-Audio (Multilingual Dialog) Some DVDs feature dialog recorded in multiple languages. Dialog in up to 8 languages can be recorded on a single disc, letting you choose as desired. Multi-Subtitle Subtitles in up to 32 languages can be recorded on a single DVD, letting you choose as desired. Optical Digital Output By transmitting the audio signal as a digital signal, it’s possible to minimize any loss of sound quality.
Appendix Appendix Index A M 32, 35 32, 51 50, 69 43 30, 46 17, 56 Angle Angle mark Aspect ratio Assist subtitle Audio language Automatic open B O C 9, 69 47 57 6 Chapter Code number Color Condition memory D 52 58 26 10, 52, 69 10, 52, 69 Digital output Dimmer Direct search DOLBY DIGITAL DTS F 27 27 29 Fast forward Fast reverse Frame-by-frame H P Panscan Parental lock PBC (Playback control) Prohibited mark I 33 Information display 68 50 52, 53, 69 S Scan play Screen angle Set-up menu Slow mo
Specifications General Player Power source .... 14.4 V DC (10.8 – 15.1 V allowable) Grounding system .................................. Negative type Max. current consumption ...................................... 5 A Dimensions (DIN) (chassis) ...... 180 (W) × 50 (H) × 160 (D) mm [7-1/8 (W) × 2 (H) × 6-1/4 (D) in] (nose) ............ 188 (W) × 58 (H) × 31 (D) mm [7-3/8 (W) × 2-1/4 (H) × 1-1/4 (D) in] (D) (chassis) ...... 178 (W) × 50 (H) × 165 (D) mm [7 (W) × 2 (H) × 6-1/2 (D) in] (nose) ............
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