DVD PLAYER DV-343 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. Thank you for your support. IMPORTANT NOTICE [For U.S. model] The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security.
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 EST 1924 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.
Compatible with a wide range of DVD digital audio output formats Wide range of DVD viewing options Multi-Angle (page 30) You can view scenes from different camera angles when watching movies or other media with multiple angle playback available. 1 DVDs are recorded in one of four types of digital audio formats (as of October 1998). The digital audio output jacks of this player output Dolby Digital*, DTS**, MPEG, and linear PCM digital bitstreams.
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 Before Using ........................................ 8 Setting the Language Options ......... 31 Checking Accessories ..................................... 8 Preparing the Remote Control ......................... 8 Front Panel ...................................................... 9 Display Window ............................................. 10 Rear Panel ..................................................... 11 Remote Control .............................................
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.
Front Panel 1 2 4 3 6 5 BEFORE USING/NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Names and Functions DVD PLAYER STANDBY/ON 0 COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT 41 ¡¢ 7 8 3 Î 9 0 1 STANDBY/ON switch 6 Press to switch the player on or to put in standby (pages 20, 23). 2 7 Disc tray 0 (open/close) button Press to stop playback. Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it stopped.
Display Window 2 3 4 56 1 VCD GUI 7 8 CD TRK CHP # TOTAL 0 DVD indicator CD indicator = indicator Indicates Multi-Angle playback is in progress (page 30). 7 TRK indicator ~ CHP indicator Indicates a chapter number is being displayed. 9 TOTAL indicator Indicates that the disc in the player is stopped and DISPLAY has been pressed (page 48). 10 En COND. indicator LAST indicator REMAIN indicator Indicates that the remaining playback time of a title or chapter/track is being displayed.
Rear Panel 1 2 4 3 5 AC IN Y L VIDEO OUT OPT. R PB VIDEO OUT SELECT CONTROL IN DIGITAL OUT PR S-VIDEO OUT 9 8 1 AUDIO OUT jacks Use to output two-channel audio (analog) to the audio stereo inputs on a TV or stereo amplifier. If you are connecting to a receiver that has both digital and analog input jacks for DVD player connection, it may be beneficial to make both connections (pages 14, 15).
(Buttons indicated with * are used for menu operation.) Remote Control 1 CONDITION MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B = ~ ¶ & * ( 2 (standby/on) button Press to switch the player on or to put in standby (pages 20, 23).
= e STEP/SLOW E buttons Press STEP/SLOW E during playback to view slow playback. In pause mode, press STEP/SLOW E to advance DVDs and Video CDs frame by frame and STEP/SLOW e to back up a few frames at a time (page 38). ~ Number buttons (1-9, 0, +10)* ! Press to start disc playback (pages 20, 23). + ¡ You can program titles, chapters, or tracks to play back in a desired order. Programs can be a maximum of 24 steps.
Connection Guide Making Connections 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 15 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 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. 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 18).
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 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 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 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 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/CLOSE (0 on the front panel). The disc tray comes out. 3 OPEN/ CLOSE LAST MEMORY CONDITION MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B 1 5 5 ENTER 5 5 NEXT ¢ 4 ∞ 5 ¶ PLAY 3 PAUSE 8 ¶ STOP 7 4 1 ¡ ¢ 7 8 3 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). OPEN/ CLOSE CONDITION MEMORY LAST MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B • Press to skip forward to the next chapter (track). • You can advance more than one chapter (track) forward by pressing and holding NEXT ¢ and releasing when the desired chapter (track) number appears in the display.
Resuming playback from where you stopped – DVD/Video CD 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. The display shows “RESUME” and the stop position is memorized. 4 • 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.
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 The procedure on this page describes how to operate the menus on the Setup screen. These menus are used to set and adjust a number of system settings.
LAST MEMORY 9 AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B RETURN DISPLAY ENTER 3 2 5 5 7, 8 ¶ 5 ¶ NEXT PREV ¢ 4 ∞ 5 ¶ PLAY 3 PAUSE 8 ¶ STOP 7 IMPORTANT Changing to the Setup Screen “Expert” Menu Mode OPEN/ CLOSE CONDITION MEMORY 8 7 ¶ eSTEP/SLOWE 1REV FWD ¡ 1 2 3 CLEAR 4 5 6 +10 7 8 9 0 ¶ RANDOM PROGRAM SEARCH MODE Î The Setup screen menus are divided into two levels, [Basic] and [Expert], to make this unit more convenient to operate for di
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.
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. Selecting the type of paused image to display Expert This function lets you view a clear still-image when DVD playback is paused. Make changes in the [Still Picture] setting in the Setup screen Video menu in the [Expert] menu mode (page 25).
Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle (Multi-Angle) – DVD You can select a camera angle when viewing DVDs with the multi-angle option. OPEN/ CLOSE LAST MEMORY CONDITION MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B 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 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. 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 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. Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to switch the audio type. Audio output changes from [1/L] (Left channel) to [2/R] (Right channel) to [Stereo].
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. The subtitle language that you will normally display can be selected from the subtitles programmed on a disc. Even when the subtitle language is changed during playback by pressing SUBTITLE, the language selected at this setting will be selected when the disc is changed.
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. Use the cursor buttons (2/3) to change the position of the cursor. You can also use the number buttons to enter the code. A language code list can be found on page 51.
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 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.
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. LAST MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B When viewing a DVD, if the paused picture shakes, select the [Field] setting in the Setup screen Video menu [Still Picture] setting as described in the section on page 29.
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 – DVD/Video CD/CD You can repeat an entire title, chapter or track, or just a part. LAST MEMORY OPEN/ CLOSE CONDITION MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B RETURN DISPLAY ¶ 5 ¶ REPEAT REPEAT A-B Repeat play of a specified section Press REPEAT A–B at the beginning and end of the section you want to repeat.
Random Play – DVD/Video CD/CD Play titles, chapters, or tracks on a disc in random order. AUDIO SETUP CONDITION MEMORY SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT TOP MENU REPEAT A-B MENU Press RANDOM once, then press ENTER or PLAY 3. OPEN/ CLOSE LAST MEMORY Random playback of chapters within one title – DVD “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 OPEN/ CLOSE LAST MEMORY CONDITION MEMORY AUDIO SUB TITLE ANGLE REPEAT SETUP MENU TOP MENU REPEAT A-B To confirm the contents of a program: 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, “COND.” 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 MEMORY 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 After using discs, store them upright When loading or removing discs, try not to touch their playing surfaces. After playing a disc, always remove it from the player and return it to its jacket. Then store it standing upright away from heat and humidity. • Store discs carefully. If you store discs at an angle, or stacked on top of each other, discs may become warped even when in their jackets.
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 34).
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 [96 kHz 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 (page 15). The disc is dirty. \ Refer to ‘Disc Care’ (page 49). 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 DTS 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.
Regional restriction codes (region number) Regional restriction codes are built in to DVD players and DVD discs for each sales region. If the regional code of the DVD player does not match one of the regional codes of the DVD disc, playback is not possible. The region number can be found on the rear panel of the DVD player. The illustration below shows the regions and corresponding region numbers. Specifications General System ... DVD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Power requirements ........
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