Sharp SD-PX2 Operation Manual

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1-BIT DIGITAL RECEIVER WITH DVD
AMPLITUNER NUMÉRIQUE 1-BIT AVEC DVD
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best
performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide
you in operating your SHARP product.
Nous vous remercions d'avoir porté votre choix sur ce produit SHARP. Pour
en tirer le meilleur parti, veuillez lire ce mode d'emploi très attentivement.
MODEL
MODÈLE
SD-PX2

OPERATION MANUAL

MODE D'EMPLOI
ENGLISH
Please refer to
pages i to iv and
E-1 to E-62.
FRANÇAIS
Se reporter aux
pages i et iv
F-1 à F-62.

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  • Page 1: Operation Manual

    It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. Nous vous remercions d'avoir porté votre choix sur ce produit SHARP. Pour en tirer le meilleur parti, veuillez lire ce mode d'emploi très attentivement.
  • Page 2: For Your Records

    SPECIAL NOTES CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Explanation of Graphical Symbols: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an an- tenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-...
  • Page 5 SPECIAL NOTES REMARQUES SPÉCIALES "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. "DTS" et "DTS Digital Surround" sont des marques déposées de Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    SD-PX2 ENGLISH Contents General Information Accessories ............2 Optional accessory .
  • Page 7: Accessories

    Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Cor- poration, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless other- wise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. SD-PX2 ENGLISH...
  • Page 8: Precautions

    4" (10 cm) other types of accident, causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified.
  • Page 9: Controls And Indicators

    25.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator ......33 Reference page Indicator ....... 35 SD-PX2 ENGLISH...
  • Page 10 Controls and indicators (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH Main unit (right side panel) 1. On/Stand-by Button ........14, 60 2.
  • Page 11: Remote Control

    35.Disc Stop Button ........17, 18 SD-PX2...
  • Page 12 Controls and indicators (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH Remote control Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the following buttons (indi- cated in blue). Available operations change. 1. DVD Top Menu Button ........25 2.
  • Page 13: Description Of Discs

    Tracks are the individual songs within a group. Or CD-RW recorded in MP3 format (*) Group 1 Track 1 Track 2 Region number (playable area number) Title 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Group 2 Track 3 Track 1 Track 2 SD-PX2 ENGLISH...
  • Page 14: Description Of Discs

    Description of discs (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH DVD-R/DVD-RW playback You can play DVD-R and DVD-RW discs recorded in the video mode. Before playing DVD-R/DVD-RW discs with this unit, finalize them with the equipment used for recording. SACD (Super Audio CD) An SACD is a high-quality audio disc, capable of recording seven times as much data as a CD.
  • Page 15: System Installation

    Protect the amplifier unit from damage. When it is activated, the sound switch is turned off. In this case, set the unit to the stand-by mode and turn on again. Front speaker (right) Center speaker Cooling fan SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-10...
  • Page 16: Speaker Connection

    Speaker connection SD-PX2 ENGLISH Make sure to leave the AC power cord disconnected when connecting the speakers. See page 10 for placing the speakers. To enjoy the high-quality sound of DVD-Audio or SACD discs, it is recommended to connect speakers with a wide frequency range.
  • Page 17: Antenna Connection

    When using an outdoor AM antenna, be sure to keep the wire of the AM loop antenna connected. Outdoor FM antenna Outdoor AM antenna Incorrect 49 feet (15 m) 25 feet (7.5 m) Ground wire Ground rod SD-PX2 ENGLISH AM loop FM antenna antenna Black White < Attaching to the wall > Wall...
  • Page 18: Tv Connection

    TV connection SD-PX2 ENGLISH Unplug all equipment before making any connections. Connect a TV with the supplied video cable. Notes: Change the TV input in accordance with the connected jack. Do not connect other equipment between the TV and this unit. If they are con- nected via a VCR, pictures may be distorted.
  • Page 19: Remote Control

    After the unit enters the power stand-by mode, wait a few seconds to turn on again. Remote sensor You can also use the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control. 8" - 20' (0.2 m - 6 m) SD-PX2 ENGLISH AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) E-14...
  • Page 20: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock SD-PX2 ENGLISH By setting the unit to the correct time, you can use it not only as a clock but also for timer playback. In this example, the clock is set to 9:30 AM. Turn on the power, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button.
  • Page 21: General Control

    The brightness remains unchanged during playback of other media. Note: The blue light on the right side of the volume control goes out when the display dims with "DIM ON" or "DIM AUTO". SD-PX2 ENGLISH Brightened E-16...
  • Page 22: Playing A Disc

    Playing a disc SD-PX2 ENGLISH Volume control (See page 16). E-17 Playback For a wide-screen TV, set the video output to Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1", "VIDEO 2", etc. according- Turn on the power and press the button to set the input to "DVD".
  • Page 23 Some functions may not be available depending on discs. The following icons indicate the discs that can be used in the section..DVD-Videos and DVD-Audios..Super Audio CDs..Audio CDs and CD-R/CD-RW with MP3 recording. " may appear indicating that the operation is disabled by SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-18...
  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    Basic operation SD-PX2 ENGLISH To locate the beginning of a chapter (track) (skip) You can move to other chapter (track) with simple operations. While a disc is playing, press the Press the button to skip to the next chapter (track).
  • Page 25: To Start Playback From The Desired Point (Direct Play)

    During programmed play, this operation is not available. For MP3 discs, time search is not available. Some discs contain time portions you cannot specify. TV screen Unit display button. button instead of the direct number buttons (0 - 9), SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-20...
  • Page 26: Useful Operation

    Useful operation SD-PX2 ENGLISH To play in the desired order (programmed play) You can play chapters (tracks) in the desired order within a title (group). 24 chapters can be programmed (programmed play). Titles (groups) cannot be programmed. In the stop mode, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the PROGRAM button.
  • Page 27: To Play Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

    DVD, it is canceled. B button. TV screen Unit display B button again to enter the end point (B). B button to return to normal playback. button, the current A-B repeat play is canceled. SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-22...
  • Page 28: Still Picture/Frame Advance

    Useful operation (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH Still picture/Frame advance You can freeze the image and advance frame by frame. During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the STILL button. A still picture appears. Press the STILL button during still picture playback.
  • Page 29: To Change The Angle

    Subtitles cannot be zoomed. When the zoom indicator changes from white to red while shifting the image, you cannot shift it any further. ZOOM : 1 ZOOM indicator ZOOM: 3 ( 2.0) Off (The indicator goes button repeatedly. SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-24...
  • Page 30: To Select A Title From The Top Menu Of The Disc

    Useful operation (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH To select a title from the top menu of the disc On a DVD with multiple titles, you can select a title from the top menu. In the stop mode or during playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TOP MEMU button.
  • Page 31: To Change The Audio Language (Audio Output)

    Within 10 seconds, press the button to set the level. Level Setting Normal Slightly clearer Clearer To restore the original image quality: In step 1, select "OFF". SD-PX2 ENGLISH Level Setting Brighter A lot brighter Level Setting A lot clearer...
  • Page 32: To Change The Display On Tv Screen

    Various settings (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH To change the display on TV screen During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the ON SCREEN button. Each time you press, the display changes. Example: DVD Always displayed...
  • Page 33: Switching Elapsed Time

    SELECT ENTER ENTER RETURN button to change the setting and press the 1 5. BIT RATE Mbps SELECT ENTER ENTER RETURN Repeat the operation as instructed. (The number of repetition depends on the setting item.) button twice. SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-28...
  • Page 34: Playing A Dvd-Audio Disc

    Playing a DVD-Audio disc SD-PX2 ENGLISH Some DVD-Audio discs contain still pictures, or grouped tracks called "bonus group". A 4-digit password may be required to play a bonus group. E-29 Switching still pictures on a DVD-Audio disc Play a DVD-Audio disc (see page 17).
  • Page 35: Playing An Sacd Disc

    On SACD (CD layer only)/CD discs, you can enjoy various sounds by changing the multi channel mode or stereo mode (see pages 37, 38). You cannot change the two modes for the SACD (SACD layer). SD-PX2 ENGLISH button. TV screen...
  • Page 36: To Play In Random Order (Random Play)

    Playing an SACD disc (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-31 To play in random order (random play) The tracks on the disc can be played in random order automatically. While in the stop or playback mode, press the RANDOM button. In the stop mode, press the button.
  • Page 37: Playing An Mp3 Disc

    1 T R A C K 0 1 2 T R A C K 0 2 3 T R A C K 0 3 4 T R A C K 0 4 Track number button. button. (track)", " (folder)", "no display (normal play- SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-32...
  • Page 38: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the radio SD-PX2 ENGLISH Volume control (See page 16). E-33 Turn on the power and press the TUNER (BAND) button to set the input to "FM (AM)". Press the TUNER (BAND) button repeatedly to select the desired frequency band.
  • Page 39: Listening To The Memorized Station

    Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button. Note: The backup function protects the memorized stations for a few hours should there be a power failure or the AC power cord disconnection. SD-PX2 ENGLISH Preset channel number Preset channel number E-34...
  • Page 40: Enjoying Surround Sound (Sound Mode)

    Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) SD-PX2 ENGLISH This product is equipped with Dolby Digital and DTS decoders. You can enjoy power- ful and high-quality surround sound as if you were on the scene. Dolby Digital Disc with this trademark One of the digital audio systems for theatrical use. You can enjoy the stereophonic effect in the home theater system.
  • Page 41 Sound may not be produced from the subwoofer depending on the disc. You cannot change the multi channel mode or stereo mode on DVD-Audio discs (audio part only) or SACD discs (SACD layer only), or while listening to the radio. signals " appears when the SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-36...
  • Page 42 Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH You can enjoy spacious sound recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS. Also, Dolby Pro Logic allows you to enjoy spacious 2 channel stereo sound. Notes: You cannot change the multi channel mode or stereo mode on DVD-Audio discs (audio part only) or SACD discs (SACD layer only), or while listening to the radio.
  • Page 43 Some discs are recorded at 96 kHz of sampling frequency. When this type of disc is played, the sound mode is changed to "STEREO" automatically. The sound mode cannot be changed during playback. STEREO VIRTUAL SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-38...
  • Page 44: Changing The Initial Setting Of Dvd

    Changing the initial setting of DVD SD-PX2 ENGLISH A new setting will be retained even if the unit is set to the stand-by mode. If you want to restore or change the setting, reset it. Press the button, set the MODE 1/ MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the DVD SET UP button.
  • Page 45 OFF: Select this to hide subtitles. Select a language for the disc menu, etc. If the selected language is not available, the display appears in a default language. Select an OSD (On Screen Display) language for initial settings and operations. SD-PX2 ENGLISH Reference page P.
  • Page 46: Video Format

    Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH Video format Indicator When playing a wide image (16:9) disc, the left and right sides of the image are cut (pan scan) to display a natural-look- ing 4:3 size image. A wide image disc without pan scan is played back in letterbox A 4:3 disc is played in 4:3.
  • Page 47: Disc Language

    AUDIO ENGLISH SUB TITLE ENGLISH MENU ENGLISH SELECT ENTER ENTER RETURN button to select "H" DISC LANGUAGE MENU MENU button to move the DISC LANGUAGE MENU MENU button to select "U" DISC LANGUAGE MENU MENU button twice. SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-42...
  • Page 48: Changing The Default Settings Of The Amplifier

    Changing the default settings of the amplifier SD-PX2 ENGLISH Change settings according to the connected speakers. Speaker size setting (See pages 43, 44). Speaker delay setting (See page 44). Speaker level setting (See page 45). Test tone (See page 45).
  • Page 49 1 to 29 ft 6 ft (2 m) 1 to 29 ft 6 ft (2 m) 1 to 29 ft 6 ft (2 m) 1 to 29 ft 6 ft (2 m) 1 to 29 ft 6 ft (2 m) SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-44...
  • Page 50: Speaker Level Setting

    Changing the default settings of the amplifier (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH Speaker level setting If sounds from the speakers are uneven, you can equalize them by adjusting the speaker levels. Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the AMP SET UP button.
  • Page 51 To change other settings, begin from step 2. Press the RETURN button twice. The setting is complete. Note: You cannot change the amplifier settings unless the input source is set to DVD/CD. SD-PX2 ENGLISH AMPLIFIER SETUP SPEAKER SIZE SPEAKER DELAY SPEAKER LEVEL...
  • Page 52: Timer Playback

    Timer playback SD-PX2 ENGLISH The unit starts playback or turns on the radio at a specified time. This unit has 2 types of timer functions: "once timer" and "daily timer". Once timer: Once timer playback works for one time only at a preset time.
  • Page 53 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode. The unit enters the timer stand-by mode. (The timer set indicator lights up. See page 49.) The timer setting is retained. ENGLISH button, and then press the ENTER button, and E-48 SD-PX2...
  • Page 54: Operations After Setting The Timer

    Operations after setting the timer SD-PX2 ENGLISH After setting the timer The unit is in the timer stand-by mode. If the timer set indicator does not light up, turn on the power and set the timer again. At the start time The volume will increase gradually until it reaches the preset volume.
  • Page 55: Sleep Timer

    Sleep timer setting Timer playback setting Start time 1 minute - 2 hours 1minute - 2hours Desired time Sleep operation will Timer playback Sleep operation automatically stop. starts. starts. SD-PX2 ENGLISH Finish time Timer playback will automatically stop. E-50...
  • Page 56: Operating The Connected Tv

    Operating the connected TV SD-PX2 ENGLISH You can operate Sharp TVs with the remote control. Change the remote control set- ting if operating other manufacturers' TV, or if you cannot operate a Sharp TV. Watching TV Press the TV I button to turn on the TV.
  • Page 57 1036 1021 SANSUI 1037 1025, 1044 SANYO 1021, 1033 1031, 1032, 1037 SCIMITSU 1007 1034 SCOTCH 1030 SD-PX2 ENGLISH TV manufacturer Setting number SCOTT 1007, 1030, 1031, 1032 SEARS 1012, 1014, 1015, 1021, 1022, 1027, 1030, 1031 SEMP 1022 SHOGUN...
  • Page 58: Mounting The Unit On The Wall

    Mounting the unit on the wall SD-PX2 ENGLISH Attaching the main unit bracket to the unit Route all connection cables through the main unit bracket. Attach the main unit bracket to the unit. Fix them securely with the supplied 2 screws.
  • Page 59 Never step on or hang from the main unit. Pay special attention to children. It may cause injury or breakage to the main unit. Check the wall strength. SHARP is not liable for accidents caused by insuffi- cient strength of the wall or improper mounting.
  • Page 60: Connecting Other Equipment

    Connecting other equipment SD-PX2 ENGLISH Turn off the other equipment before making this connection. An optical digital cable, audio digital cable and audio cable are not supplied. Purchase an optional or commercially available cable. If using an audio cable, purchase one without resistance. If you use an audio cable with resistance, sound volume will decrease.
  • Page 61: Using Other Subwoofer

    50 ohm impedance. The recommended impedance is 32 ohms. While headphones are connected, sound is not produced from the speakers. You cannot use the surround feature with headphones. Do not plug in or unplug headphones while recording. The sound may skip. SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-56...
  • Page 62: Connecting Other Equipment

    Connecting other equipment (continued) SD-PX2 ENGLISH Turn off the other equipment before making this connection. An optical digital cable is not supplied. Purchase an optional optical digital cable. Optical digital cable (option: AD-M3DC) To optical digital audio input jack E-57 Digital connection to a digital audio recorder, etc.
  • Page 63: Maintenance

    You are trying to perform an incorrect oper- ation. NO T A L OWE D The operation is prohibited. The disc does not support the operation de- scribed in this operation manual. A CC I E D SD-PX2 ENGLISH Meaning E-58...
  • Page 64: Troubleshooting Chart

    Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service tech- nician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your autho- rized SHARP dealer or service center. General Symptom No sound is heard.
  • Page 65 "RESET" appears for about 1 second and the power turns off. P. 60 P. 8 P. 13, 55 P. 8 Caution: When you reset, all data is deleted and the settings return to the default. (DVD initial settings are retained.) P. 58 P. 51 P. 14 SD-PX2 ENGLISH E-60...
  • Page 66: Language Code List For Disc Language

    Language code list for disc language SD-PX2 ENGLISH Code Language name Afar Abkhazian Afrikaans Amharic Arabic Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Byelorussian Bulgarian Bihari Bislama Bengali; Bangla Tibetan Breton Catalan Corsican Czech Welsh Danish German Bhutanese Greek English Esperanto Spanish Estonian...
  • Page 67: Specifications

    Specifications As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
  • Page 68 In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage.

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