DVD PLAYER DV-434 Operating Instructions
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.
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.
CIAT N • R •A ES T 19 24 SO RIES ELECT ST EIA S Features of This Player NI C I ND U O IO We Want You LISTENING For A Lifetime 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.
25 line digital progressive-scan component video output Compared to standard interlaced video, progressive scan effectively doubles the amount of video information fed to your TV or monitor. The result is a stable, flicker-free image. (Check your TV/monitor for compatibility with this feature.) Wide range of DVD viewing options Multi-Angle (page 31) You can view scenes from different camera angles when watching movies or other media with multiple angle playback available.
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 disc. Menu screens do not belong to any title. DVD player functions generally apply to titles on a disc or chapters within a selected title.
Table of contents Features of This Player ....................... 4 Setting the Language Options......... 32 Differences in Disc Composition ..................... 6 How to Proceed in This Manual ...................... 6 Setting the on-screen display (OSD) language .................................................................32 Setting Language and Subtitle Preferences in the Setup Screen Menus ......................... 32 Changing the Audio Language (Multi-Language Function) .......................
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 Make sure to match the plus (+) and minus (–) polarity guides on the batteries with the marks inside the battery compartment. Video cord 3 Close the cover.
Front Panel 1 2 4 5 3 6 BEFORE USING/NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Names and Functions DVD PLAYER STANDBY/ON 0 FL DIMMER 1 - 0 STANDBY/ON button 9 7 Press to switch the player on or to put in standby (pages 20, 23). 2 Disc tray 0 (open/close) button Press to open and close the disc tray (pages 20, 23). 4 8 9 3 (play) button Press to start or resume playback (pages 20, 23).
Display Window 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 GUI DVD VCD TITLE TRK # 1 VCD indicator DVD indicator REMAIN CHP indicator Indicates Multi-Angle playback is in progress (page 31). 4 TITLE indicator Indicates a title number is being displayed. 5 ! DOLBY DIGITAL LAST MEMO @ 9 PROGRESSIVE SCAN indicator Lights when unit is set to output 525 line progessive scan (non-interlaced) video (page 29). 0 Lights when a DVD is loaded. 3 0- = ~ PROGRESSIVE CONDITION TOTAL VCD lights when a Video CD is loaded.
Rear Panel 1 2 34 PB 6 AC IN DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL OUT PR OPT VIDEO OUT SELECT CONTROL IN L R AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT 9 8 7 1 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Interlace/Progressive-scan) If your TV or monitor has component video inputs, you can produce a higher quality picture on your TV or monitor 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 16). 2 4 DIGITAL OUT jack (optical (OPT.
4 Remote Control 1 ! 2 @ LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY 3 4 5 6 OPEN/ CLOSE 0 AUDIO SUBTITLE MENU SETUP DISPLAY ANGLE TOP MENU RETURN 7 8 9 0 5 5 5 ENTER PREV NEXT 4 5 ¢ STOP PLAY PAUSE 7 8 3 STEP/SLOW e E REV FWD 1 ¡ CLEAR 1 = ~ 2 3 C 4 5 6 +10 7 8 9 0 PROGRAM REPEAT REPEAT SEARCH MODE A-B TV CONTROL RANDOM VOLUME CHANNEL TV FUNC # $ % ^ & * ( ) _ + ¡ ™ £ ¢ AUDIO button Press repeatedly to select one of the audio languages and/or audio formats prog
# ANGLE button Some DVDs are recorded with various camera angle playback options. Press ANGLE repeatedly to display different camera angles (page 31). ¢ TV CONTROL buttons TV FUNC: TV: $ DISPLAY button CHANNEL: VOLUME: 1. Input the maker code. % TOP MENU button* Press to call up the top menu programmed on the DVD. Depending on the DVD, the top menu may be identical to the DVD menu (page 21). ^ RETURN button* Use to go one menu back (current settings are maintained).
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 14 to 16. 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.
DIGITAL OUT (Coaxial) Audio Connections This player features two digital (optical and coaxial) and also analog audio output formats. 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.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Interlace/Progressive-scan) Video Connections This player features S-video, composite, 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.
Setting Up the Player 1 Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel ( on the remote control). 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. Using the Setup Navigator Audio1 Audio2 Video Language General Setup Navigator The procedure on this page describes the operations necessary to function within the Setup Navigator screens.
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 on-screen 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 ration of your television or monitor.
Setting digital audio connections to an AV amplifier or decoder The [Digital Jacks] 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 determine what digital audio formats can be decoded. If you have made no digital connections, select “Not Connected”.
Getting Started Using Your DVD Player 1 Press ( panel). 2 Press OPEN/CLOSE0 (0 on the front panel). The disc tray comes out. 3 LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY 1 SUBTITLE MENU SETUP DISPLAY ANGLE 5 4 5 ¢ STOP PLAY PAUSE 7 3 4 8 REV FWD e E 1 ¡ 1 2 3 C 4 5 6 +10 9 0 CLEAR 8 REPEAT REPEAT SEARCH MODE TV CONTROL VOLUME CHANNEL Press PLAY 3 (3 on the front panel). Select the item you want to view.
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). LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY OPEN/ CLOSE 0 AUDIO SUBTITLE MENU SETUP DISPLAY ANGLE RETURN 5 5 5 PREV 4 • Press to skip forward to the next chapter (track). • You can advance more than one track forward by pressing and holding NEXT ¢ and releasing when the desired chapter (track) number appears in the display.
Use the resume feature to restart playback from the point that the disc was stopped last time. Stopping Playback and Switching Power Off – DVD/Video CD/CD Press STOP 7 once. 4 The display shows “RESUME” and the stop position is memorized. • The resume position remains memorized as long as the disc is in the player — even if you switch the power off. • Pressing STOP 7 twice causes the disc to return to the beginning when PLAY 3 is pressed again. The display shows the disc type (DVDs or Video CDs).
Adjusting Audio and Video Settings 1 Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel ( on the remote control) 2 Press SETUP. The Setup screen appears. (Example) Audio1 Audio2 Video Language General Dolby Digital Out – Dolby Digital DTS Out – Off 96kHz PCM Out – 96kHz 3 48kHz MPEG Out – MPEG 3 PCM Using the Setup Screen Menus Setup audio Digital output format/tone adjust SETUP Exit Move The procedure on this page describes how to operate the menus on the Setup screen.
LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY OPEN/ CLOSE 0 AUDIO 9 7, 8 SUBTITLE MENU SETUP DISPLAY ANGLE TOP MENU 5 5 8 RETURN 5 ENTER PREV NEXT 5 4 STOP ¢ 8 3 REV FWD E 1 ¡ 1 2 3 C 4 5 6 +10 9 0 STEP/SLOW 7 PAUSE PLAY 7 e CLEAR 7 8 PROGRAM REPEAT REPEAT SEARCH MODE A-B TV CONTROL RANDOM VOLUME CHANNEL TV FUNC TV Î IMPORTANT Changing to the Setup Screen “Expert” Menu Mode The Setup screen menus are divided into two levels, [Basic] and [Expert], to make this unit more co
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. DTS Out This player is capable of outputting DTS digital audio for DVDs recorded in DTS.
MPEG Out This player is capable of outputting the MPEG digital bitstream. When the player is connected to an AV component that has a built-in MPEG decoder, select the [MPEG] setting. Otherwise, select [MPEG 3 PCM] to convert the digital signal to the PCM signal, the digital signal output from a CD.
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.
525 line Digital Progressive Scan Compatible Video Output – DVD Connecting to a progressive scancompatible TV Compared to a standard interlaced TV picture, a progressive scan TV is capable of stable, flicker-free images. Set only if you connected the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to a progressive scan-compatible TV or monitor. When making component video connections, make sure to set the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch on the rear panel of the player to the right to assign component video output (page 16).
Selecting Picture Quality Appropriate for Program Content – DVD/Video CD This lets you select the ideal picture quality for watching movies, animation and other video media. Make changes to the [Picture Quality] setting in the Setup screen Video menu. This function only works when video output is set to interlace. Setting the position of the on-screen display Expert When watching conventional software on a wide screen TV, the operation display is at the very top of the screen, and may be difficult to see.
Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle (Multi-Angle) – DVD You can select a camera angle when viewing DVDs with the multi-angle option. LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY Turning the angle indicator on and off Expert When a picture recorded in different angles is played back is displayed on the screen. This setting lets you see clearly whether the playback picture is recorded in multiple angles or not.
Setting the Language Options 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. 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.
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. LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY SUBTITLE 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. Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to switch the audio type.
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. LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY Selecting a subtitle language preference The subtitle language that you will normally display can be selected from the subtitles programmed on a disc.
When “Other” is selected If you select [Code], use the cursor buttons (5/∞) to input the numbers of the input code. 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 52. Use the cursor buttons (2/3) to change the position of the cursor. You can also use the number buttons to enter the code.
Selecting a DVD menu language preference Expert Selecting subtitles, assist subtitles or no subtitles Expert In addition to containing different audio languages, DVD may also contain menu screens in different languages as well. Setting a DVD language preference, sets the selected language as a default when DVDs with menu information in that language are encountered. Selecting [w/ Subtitle Language] automatically assigns the language selected in the [Subtitle Language] setting.
Advanced Functions Entering the password When you select either “Level Change” or “Password Change”, it is necessary to enter the password (4-digit code number). Use the following steps at any time you are asked to enter or confirm your password. 1 Use the cursor buttons (5/∞) or the number buttons to select a number between 0 and 9. You can also use the number buttons to enter the numbers directly.
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.
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.
Searching for a Title, Chapter, Track, or Location on a Disc 1 The type of search changes which each press as follows. – DVD/Video CD/CD 3 Title 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.
Repeat play of a specified section Repeat Play – DVD/Video CD/CD You can repeat an entire title, chapter or track, or just a part. LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY • When REPEAT A–B is pressed a second time, the disc returns to the location where REPEAT A–B was pressed first and plays the selected section repeatedly. • You can only perform A–B repeat within the same title, chapter, or track.
Random playback of chapters within one title – DVD Random Play – DVD/Video CD/CD Play titles, chapters, or tracks on a disc in random order. LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY Press RANDOM once, then press ENTER or PLAY 3. OPEN/ CLOSE 0 AUDIO SUBTITLE MENU SETUP RETURN 5 5 ENTER PREV NEXT 4 5 PREV 4 TOP MENU 5 ENTER ¢ STOP PLAY PAUSE 7 3 8 STEP/SLOW “Random Chapter” appears on the screen, and chapters within the title will be played back in random order.
Playback in a Desired Order (Program Play) – DVD/Video CD/CD 4 The titles and chapters within a title on a DVD and similarly the tracks on a Video CD or CD can be arranged to play in the order you want. In the program window, use the number buttons to enter the numbers of the titles or chapters in the order you want to program them in. • To program DVD titles/chapters 9, 7, and 18 in order, press 9, 7, +10 and 8.
Programming Video CDs, CDs Additional programming options A program with a maximum of 24 steps can be memorized. – DVD/Video CD/CD LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY OPEN/ CLOSE To confirm the contents of a program: 0 AUDIO SUBTITLE MENU SETUP DISPLAY ANGLE RETURN 5 5 On a CD or Video CD track program, press PROGRAM to confirm. The program screen displays the current program.
To make a program of your favorite parts of a disc as it plays – DVD/Video CD/CD With this player, it is possible to make a program as you watch a DVD or Video CD or while listening to a CD. Press and hold PROGRAM for at least 2 seconds at any point during playback of a title, chapter, or track you want to program, and it will be made into or added to a program without displaying a Program screen.
Continuing Playback from a Specified Location (Last Memory) – DVD/Video CD 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 (Last Memory locations saved for Video CDs are effective only if the disc remains loaded in the player).
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, “CONDTION” 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. LAST CONDITION MEMORY MEMORY DVD TITLE information: Play Title 2–1 –0.05/ 0.24 0.
CD Track Information: Play Track 1 –3.29/ 0.03 3.32 Top Row: current track number, track time Bottom Row: remaining time of current track, and total time of 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.
Additional Information Disc Care How to hold discs When loading or removing discs, try not to touch their playing surfaces. Cleaning Fingerprints or other dirt on the disc may affect sound and picture quality. To clean your discs, use a soft clean cloth to wipe them. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with diluted neutral detergent to remove heavy dirt or fingerprints. Gently wipe from the Do not wipe in a circular inside toward the outer direction (Concentric scratches in the disc groove edge.
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 (page 35).
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. Settings are canceled.
Remote control operation is not possible. The rear panel control input jack on the player is being used. \ Point the remote control at the component that the player is connected to (page 16). The remote control is too far from the player, or the angle with the remote sensor is too wide. \ Be sure to operate the remote from a location within its operating range (page 8). The batteries are exhausted. \ Replace the exhausted batteries with all new batteries (page 8).
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. Chapter number Chapter numbers are the numbers assigned to sections of a title on the disc, similar to chapters in a book. If the disc includes chapter numbers, you can locate the section you want very quickly using search and other functions.
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 120V, 60 Hz Power consumption ................................................ 10 W Power consumption in standby mode ....... less than 1 W Weight .......................................................... 2.7 kg (6 lb) Dimensions ................... 420 (W) x 281 (D) x 104 (H) mm (16 9/ 16 (W) x 11 1/8 (D) x 4 1/ 8 (H) in.) (Not including protruding cables, etc.
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