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Audiovox DVD1500 Owner's Manual

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Article Nr. 25070PD2580090
128-5930
DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD
Owner's Manual
1-800-645-4994
Customer Service
Portable
Player
DVD1500

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  • Page 1 Article Nr. 25070PD2580090 128-5930 Portable DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD Owner’s Manual DVD1500 1-800-645-4994 Customer Service Player...
  • Page 2 DVD has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the DVD, the DVD has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. DVD1500...
  • Page 3 The double-square symbol indicates a classification of IEC 417 No.5172, to identify equipment meeting the safety re- quirements of DOUBLE INSULATION specified for Class II equipment. It can in no way be confused with the manufacturer’s name or other identifications. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500...
  • Page 4 If you are unsure regard- ing the type of power source in your area, consult an au- thorized service provider or the local power company. Refer to enclosed operating instructions for instructions regarding using batteries with this product. DVD1500...
  • Page 5 Mettre au rébut les batteries usagées conform ément aux instructions du fabricant. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 LASER BEAM WARNING CAUTION - Laser radiation when open and inter- lock defeated. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
  • Page 6 Do not leave the player or the battery pack in places where the temperature is extremely low or extremely high, such as inside the passenger cabin or trunk in midsummer. DVD1500...
  • Page 7 Dolby Laboratories. DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater System (USA). PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 This product incorporates copyright protection tech- nology that is protected by method claims of cer- tain U.S. Patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
  • Page 8 NTSC/PAL setting on the back of the player, then turn back on the power. Viewing disc programs on hook up TVs with different broadcast- ing standard will yield poor image quality. DVD1500...
  • Page 9 [BLANK] PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500...

  • Page 10: Thank You!

    Thank You! We appreciate your purchase of the portable DVD player. This product in- corporates the latest digital audio / video (AV) technologies to give you the ultimate in listening and viewing pleasure. Before use, may we recommend you familiarize yourself with this owner manual. The manual discusses player operation, the use of remote controller, system setup and player mainte- nance.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 Thank You! ... 10 Check Inventory ... 12 Quick Starting Guide ... 14 Player Functions ... 18 Player Controls ... 20 Remote Control Buttons ... 36 System Setup ... 50 Changing Setting During Play ... 62 Programmed Play ...

  • Page 12: Check Inventory

    2. AC/DC Power Adapter - one 3. Digital Audio Signal Cable - one 4. AV Signal Cable - one 5. Power Cord - one 6. Wireless Remote Control - one 7. AAA Batteries for Remote Control - two 8. Owner Manual - one DVD1500...
  • Page 13 Items Supplied (Continued) 9. Rechargeable NiMH Battery 10. Car Power Adapter 11. S-Video Signal Cable 12. Stereo Earphones Optional Item Carrying Bag DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 2 Check Inventory...

  • Page 14: Quick Starting Guide

    The transformer on the end of the power cord will feel slightly warm during player operation or when plugged into a socket. When player is not in use, always unplug the trans- former from the power source. DVD1500...
  • Page 15 PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 Press the OPEN Button To Open the Protective Cover The cover opens to a maximum 135° only. The player’s liquid crys- tal display (LCD) is located on the cover’s reverse side. Take care not to scratch or mar the screen with sharp objects. Close the cover when the player is not in use.
  • Page 16 At the left side of the unit, position the POWER slide switch to the ON/OFF position. This switch is spring-loaded and will return to the center position after it is released. Positioning the slide switch once again in the same direction will turn power OFF. DVD1500...
  • Page 17 POWER button to ON/OFF will then shut down the power supply. Finally, return the protective cover to the closed position. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 Press the PLAY button on the player face In most cases, the DVD already inserted into the player will begin playing automatically when power is turned on.

  • Page 18: Player Functions

    Plug in your earphones to tap into high clarity sound or to enjoy a program without bothering those around you. The earphone plug onboard is an industry standard 3.5mm, compatible with all the best earphones available in the market. DVD1500...
  • Page 19 DVD uses it’s power saving design. While the power used in this mode is minute, it is still sufficient to keep the player on active standby, ready start immediately upon power on. Please refer to page 31 for further information. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500...

  • Page 20: Player Controls

    For remote control manipulation, please refer to page 41. Once completed, press SETUP once again to close out the setup screen. BRIGHTNESS Button Pressing on the BRIGHTNESS buttons allow you to control the brightness level of the LCD screen. DVD1500...
  • Page 21 16:9 display, normal display, expand from center, and off. Continuing to press several times on the DISPLAY MODE button will cycle you through the choices. The default value is 16:9. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 5 Player Controls (1)
  • Page 22 After pressing SETUP and making relevant selec- tions within this mode, press RETURN to return to the next highest level within the mode. The RETURN button is also available on the remote control. Re- fer to page 40 for relevant instructions. DVD1500...
  • Page 23 “ON SCREEN DISPLAY” menu, and allow you to make many viewing choices. Please refer to page 62 for more control details. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 TITLE Button While in play, the DVD player will operate interac- tively with the installed DVD.
  • Page 24 Pressing the STOP ( ) button twice in a row will cause play to cease and the memory play func- tion to be disabled. This button is also available on the remote control. Refer to page 43 for relevant instructions. DVD1500...
  • Page 25 This button is also available on the remote control. Refer to page 43 for relevant instructions. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 but- PLAY Button Pressing the PLAY ( ) button will immediately play the disc installed in your player.
  • Page 26 The player’s speakers will be automatically disabled once earphones have been plugged in. Prior to removing earphones, please first check to make sure the volume level is low enough to prevent un- necessary shock to the speakers and people around you as well. DVD1500...
  • Page 27 5 Player Controls (4) [BLANK] PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500...
  • Page 28 Please note when installing the AV wires that the white wire is designated for the left speaker, red wire for the right speaker, and yellow wire for the video signal.Correct installation at both ends will ensure proper video and au- dio replication on the DVD player. DVD1500...
  • Page 29 AV input signal. Therefore, during normal operation, please make sure the Switch is set to the OUT position. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 5 Player Controls (5) S-VIDEO Output Port For higher quality video output, the player provides an S-Video output port.
  • Page 30 To avoid unintended access to the player, pushing the switch to the right (HOLD position) will lock the system. When the player is locked, pressing any key will have no effect on the player. DVD1500...
  • Page 31 If you plan to suspend use of the player for a significant period of time, it is recommended that the power cord (or batteries) be removed to pre- vent unnecessary power drain. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 5 Player Controls (6) A note regarding the automatic power...
  • Page 32 The player automatically detects the type of disc installed at any given time and will display such on the LCD screen - either DVD, VCD, or CD. If the player is currently in “Stop” mode, the disc type will flash. DVD1500...
  • Page 33 3 ... Fully Charged 2 ... 70% 1 ... 30% Flash ... <10% PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 5 Player Controls (7) If the battery symbol is currently flashing, it indicates that battery reserves are at 10 percent or less. Re- charging is recommended at this point. A battery kept at low reserves for an extended period of time is subject to damage and a shorter life span.
  • Page 34 When activated, an ON will be displayed on the LCD screen. With the hook-up of external speak- ers you can fully enjoy the experience of three-di- mensional sound. Please refer to page 47. DVD1500...
  • Page 35 5 Player Controls (7) [BLANK] PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500...

  • Page 36: Remote Control Buttons

    7 meters away. Pickup is locked in within a sixty-degree radius. In small spaces, you may be able to bounce the signal off other ob- jects effectively if a direct path is blocked. DVD1500...
  • Page 37 Refer to page 50 for a more complete description of system setting operations. C (Clear) Button If you wish to get rid of the pop up menu, numbers entered in a pop up menu on the screen, press the C button. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 6 Remote Control Buttons...
  • Page 38 (PBC) function must be OFF (see page 60). You can arrange and rearrange selec- tions based on your own preference by scrolling up and down using the 1. Random (RND): Songs / segments are played in a computer-selected random order. (for DVD) (for VCD/CD) ) keys to scroll to keys. DVD1500...
  • Page 39 Important: If you are playing a DVD disc, the two points set will be automatically erased once the program crosses a Title divide or once the MENU key is pressed. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 6 Remote Control Buttons key to select.
  • Page 40 Whether finished making your selection in a certain level or not, pressing on the RETURN key will take you to the level immediately above the cur- rent one. An equivalent button is also located on the player. Please refer to page 22 for corresponding buttons on the player. DVD1500...
  • Page 41 The setup menu permits access to a number of basic system variables. Please refer to page 50 for a more complete discussion of setup options. Please refer to page20 for corresponding buttons on the player. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 6 Remote Control Buttons...
  • Page 42 Please refer to page 22 for corresponding buttons on the player. ENTER Key Once you press the SETUP key, scrolled around using the scroll keys , , ) and made your selections, press ENTER to confirm choices. Please refer to page 22 for corresponding buttons on the player. DVD1500...
  • Page 43 DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 PAUSE/STEP Key Pressing the PAUSE/STEP ( tion and sound will stop. If a video disc, the image will freeze on the screen. Pressing the pause key more than once will advance the image on screen frame by frame. Press the PLAY ( ) button to resume normal play. Please refer to page 25 for corresponding buttons on the player.
  • Page 44 For example, pressing “1” will display sector one as shown below (upper right hand screen), while pressing “8” will display a close up of sector eight (lower middle screen). The diagram on the next page shows the screen that will be displayed when the “1” key is pressed. DVD1500...
  • Page 45 Press once for 1/2 speed and twice for 1/4 speed play. This function is valid only for video discs and will not work with audio discs. In slow mode, the audio will be disabled. To cancel slow play, press the PLAY key to resume normal speed play. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258...
  • Page 46 If you wish to skip forward to any one of the selected positions, again use the to make your choice, then press PLAY to begin playing the selection. Position memory will be erased automatically when a disc is removed from the player. DVD1500...
  • Page 47 AUDIO SELECT or ON SCREEN DISPLAY keys. Please see corre- sponding sections for more control details. * Please note the Q SURROUND function will not take effect on DTS encoded discs. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 6 Remote Control Buttons...
  • Page 48 (e.g., English, German). There is no “standard” set of language op- tions with some DVDs offering only one. Please refer to DVD packaging to determine whether it offers subtitles and in which languages. You may find keys to select the language of DVD1500...
  • Page 49 Note the overhead control icon will change its shape when different discs were inserted, thus providing various controllable items. Please refer to page 62 for more information about the overhead control bar. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 6 Remote Control Buttons...

  • Page 50: System Setup

    The Setup Menu incorporates six sections, with the first allowing language selections. Use the up and down cursor keys to scroll through and select your preference. Once finished, press ENTER to confirm and go on to the next menu section. DVD1500...
  • Page 51 ENTER PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 7 System Setup (I) - Language Select 1 GUIDE MESSAGE: [ON / OFF] Scroll to the Guide Message option, press ENTER and select whether your preference is to have this option on or off. When finished press RETURN on the player or remote control to return to the immediately preceding menu level.
  • Page 52 Press SETUP to exit from the setup menu altogether. If your selected audio language is not available for the disc currently played, the player will automatically pro- vide audio in the disc’s default language. ENTER DVD1500...
  • Page 53 If your selected subtitle language is not available for the disc currently played, the player will auto- matically provide audio in the disc’s default lan- guage. DVD1500 DVD1500 PD-258 7 System Setup (II) - Select Disc Languages 3 DISK MENU: Scroll up or down to the DISC MENU selection, then press ENTER.

  • Page 54: Digital Output

    If the 2CH, 48KHz, 16BIT PCM option is se- lected, the player will just simply output digital signal. Once set, please press RETURN to select and return to the imme- diately preceding menu level. Press SETUP to exit from the setup menu altogether. DVD1500...
  • Page 55 7 System Setup (III) - Digital Output [BLANK] PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500...
  • Page 56 4:3 traditional screen format or 16:9 wide-screen format. The player uses 16:9 as default. Use the up or down cursor to scroll to this section and press ENTER to enter this setup screen. ENTER DVD1500...
  • Page 57 Press SETUP to exit from the setup menu altogether. Please see the box to the right for a graphic representation of picture display ratios. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 7 System Setup (IV) - TV Aspect Viewing a 16:9 image on a 16:9 wide- screen format display.
  • Page 58 When you enter the Rat- ing menu and/or when you choose to change the cur- rent rating value, the player will return a password request. Please refer to page 78 regarding how to set and change a password. ENTER DVD1500...
  • Page 59 Selecting a value of 1 will only permit those DVDs rated as suitable for all ages to be played on your player. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 7 System Setup (V) - Ratings The rating of each DVD is encoded by the manu- facturer and it is this code that is read by the player.
  • Page 60 The stan- dard format for VCD is to return to the main menu after each segment has finished playing. If you wish not to cut off at the end of each segment, you may turn the playback control OFF. ENTER DVD1500...
  • Page 61 7 System Setup (VI) - VCD Playback Control [ B L A N K ] PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500...

  • Page 62: Changing Setting During Play

    Pressing the ON SCREEN DISPLAY button on the remote control will bring the title display menu up on screen. Using the direc- tional keys on the remote will help you access a variety of playback control op- tions. DVD1500...
  • Page 63 Press ENTER to confirm and go to an- other selection topic. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 8 Changing Setting During Play - DVD Play Time Symbol This field displays the play time of the current DVD program in the format [hours, minutes, seconds].
  • Page 64 Press the or keys on the player or remote con- trol to go to this field, then press a selection. Press ENTER to confirm and go to another selection topic. This function is invalid for DVDs that do not offer the option of multiple angle shots. to make DVD1500...
  • Page 65 Pressing the A-B key again will automatically re- set the start and end points. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 8 Changing Setting During Play - DVD (Contd.) BOOKMARK Symbol This key sets the memory function. Use the or...
  • Page 66 PROGRAM Symbol This field displays whether a programmed play has been set. Press the disable programmed play. Please refer to page 70 for further information regarding programming. keys to enable or DVD1500...
  • Page 67 VCD play. Press the player or remote control to select between cur- rent track or full disc repeat. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 8 Changing Settings while in Play - VCD A-B REPEAT Symbol Pressing this key on the remote at two separate times (points) during disc play will cause the disc to repeat play between the two selected points.
  • Page 68 70 for further information regarding programming. REPEAT Symbol This field displays the current repeat preference for CD play. Press the or remote control to select between current chap- ter (song) or full disc repeat. keys to enable keys on the player DVD1500...
  • Page 69 (points) during disc play will cause the disc to repeat play between the two selected points. Pressing the keys will allow you to close or edit this function. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 8 Changing Settings while in Play - CD MARK Symbol This key enables the positional memory function.

  • Page 70: Programmed Play

    OFF, RND, and PRG located in the bottom right hand corner of the screen. Stop the cursor over PRG. 4. Pressing the ENTER key will call up the following screen: should displayed: field. DVD1500...
  • Page 71 If you wish to cancel a programmed play currently running, just press the STOP key then remove the disc, all pro- gram play data will automatically erased. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 9 Programmed Play in the programmed order.

  • Page 72: Connecting Av Peripherals

    IN symbol displayed. (Please refer to page 32). Please always keep the INPUT SELECT switch set to OUT during normal operations. If set to IN the LCD screen and audio will be disabled, awaiting receipt of an external signal. DVD1500...
  • Page 73 (e.g., yellow output plugs into yellow input, etc.). Also, most modern electronic equipment must be manually switched before input signals can be processed and displayed. Please refer to the relevant owners’ manual to confirm how this switch should be accomplished. DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500...
  • Page 74 The S-Video cable can be used instead of the yel- low cable to output video data. However, while the S-video is in use, the yellow cable latter will still out- put video data providing for dual outputs, if desired. DVD1500...
  • Page 75 3.5 or 5 mm specification. When your peripheral is of the latter type, you should purchase an RCA- type adapter. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 10 Connecting Audio/Video (AV) Peripherals (III) Using only the red and white AV signal cables, the DVD player can provide output signals, for recording or through play.
  • Page 76 (1) Dolby AC-3 surround sound or (2) DTS (Digital Theater System) sound scheme encoded in the disc. The player must be using AC power (power cord), rather than DC power (batteries), to use the output optical cable DVD1500...
  • Page 77 Configuration V: AV Signal Input AV Signal Input AV Signal Output DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 10 Connecting Audio/Video (AV) Peripherals (V) Your player is able to accept an AV signal input through the three AV jacks as soon as the INPUT SELECT switch has been switched to IN.

  • Page 78: Setting The Password And Rating

    Password protection is not set into the machine by the manufacturer. You are recommended to set the password soon after you purchase your player for convenience of use later. Re- member that only by using a password can the view rating level be changed. Instruction on setting the password follows: DVD1500...
  • Page 79 8 all DVDs can be viewed on the player, including those that may not be suitable for children and minors. 5. Press ENTER once more to switch to the password screen. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 11 Setting the Password and Rating ) button.
  • Page 80 11. Press ENTER to confirm. At this point a password dialog box will appear. Please enter your password. 12. If the password is incorrect, the screen will return a password error message. In the Password Set screen are three fields, namely “REMOVE”, “CHANGE PASSWORD”, and “CHANGE RATING LEVEL”. keys to select DVD1500...
  • Page 81 After returning to the main selection menu, you may notice that the player rating level has already been updated. To change the rating level again, please return to step 10 of this procedure. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 11 Setting the Password and Rating...

  • Page 82: Rechargeable Battery Installation And Use

    The NiMH battery may be recharged approximately 300 times. Each full recharge takes up to three-hours and one full charge can provide power the player for around 3 hours. DVD1500...
  • Page 83 In this special situation, the charging time will increased and please keep the set under room temperature under 77 °F. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 12 Rechargeable Battery Installation and Use Precautions related to Battery Re- charge: 1.
  • Page 84 4. Click the battery pack into position on the player module. Move the battery pack in the direction indicated by arrow (2) in the picture below. The pack is in the correct position when you hear a click sound. DVD1500...
  • Page 85 2. Flip the player over on its back side and press the set button in the direction indicated by arrow (1). 3. With the set button disabled, slide the battery pack out in the direction indicated by arrow (2). DVD1500 PD-258 DVD1500 12 Rechargeable Battery Installation and Use...

  • Page 86: User Precautions And Simple Maintenance

    (e.g., working amplifier, electric blanket, etc.). Condensation Moving your player from a cold environment to a warm one will often result in moisture condensa- tion. Under such conditions, wait at least one hour before using your player. DVD1500...
  • Page 87 When unplugging cables, hold firmly by the base (and not the cable wire). When storing, do not bend cables too tightly. PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 13 User Precautions and Simple Maintenance Power Surge During electrical storms, remove the AC transformer from your wall socket to avoid electrical spikes that could damage sensitive electronics.
  • Page 88 Do not ex- pose batteries to high temperatures. Do not permit battery contacts to touch metal sur- faces and short. Avoid contact with all metal objects. For other battery maintenance and usage suggestions, please refer to page 82. DVD1500...

  • Page 89: Specifications

    Multi story, multi angle, index mark, multi aspect, multi aspect, parental lock, multi audio stream choice, multi subtitle, subtitle on/off, frame advance play by step, slow motion playback (1/2, 1/4, 1/8), fast forward / backward play (2x, 4x, 8x), 2x smooth playback PD-258 DVD1500 DVD1500 14 Specifications Firmware version X07...
  • Page 91 AUDIOVOX CORPORATION (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with reconditioned product (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor.

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