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Features
Multi-Disc Playback & AM/FM Tuner
The HT-DS960 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including
DVD-AUDIO, DVD-VIDEO, VCD, CD, MP3-CD, DivX, CD-R/RW, and DVD-R/RW, with a
sophisticated AM/FM tuner, all in a single player.
DVD-Audio compatible
Experience the super high-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio.
The on-board 24-bit/192kHz DAC enables this player to deliver exceptional sound quality
in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution and high-frequency detail.
Built-in 5.1-Channel Amplifier
The HT-DS960 comes with a built-in 5.1-channel amplifier, allowing you to enjoy dynam-
ic sound.
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II is a new form of multi-channel audio signal decoding technology that
improves upon existing Dolby Pro Logic.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
DTS is an audio compression format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc.
It delivers full-frequency 5.1 channel sound.
TV Screen Saver Function
The HT-DS960 automatically brightens and darkens the brightness of the TV screen
after 3 minutes in the stop mode.
The HT-DS960 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 20 min-
utes in the screen saver mode.
Power Saving Function
The HT-DS960 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop mode.
Customized TV Screen Display
The HT-DS960 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG, DVD, or VCD
playback and set it as your background wallpaper.
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PREPARATION
Safety Warnings.............................................................................................................................................................................................1
Precautions....................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Features.........................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Notes on Discs ..............................................................................................................................................................................................5
Description.....................................................................................................................................................................................................7
CONNECTIONS
Speaker Assembly Method............................................................................................................................................................................11
Connecting the Speakers ..............................................................................................................................................................................17
Connecting the Video Out to TV....................................................................................................................................................................19
P.SCAN(Progressive Scan) Function ............................................................................................................................................................20
Connecting External Components.................................................................................................................................................................21
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas...........................................................................................................................................................22
Before Using Your DVD Player......................................................................................................................................................................23
OPERATION
Disc Playback ................................................................................................................................................................................................25
MP3-CD Playback .........................................................................................................................................................................................27
JPEG Disc Playback......................................................................................................................................................................................28
DivX Playback................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Displaying Disc Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................31
Checking the Remaining Time.......................................................................................................................................................................32
Fast/Slow Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................33
Skipping Scenes/Songs.................................................................................................................................................................................34
Repeat Playback............................................................................................................................................................................................35
A-B Repeat Playback ....................................................................................................................................................................................37
Angle Function...............................................................................................................................................................................................38
Zoom Function...............................................................................................................................................................................................39
Bonus Group / Navigating Pages ..................................................................................................................................................................40
Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language................................................................................................................................................................41
Moving Directly to a Scene/Song ..................................................................................................................................................................42
Using Disc Menu ...........................................................................................................................................................................................43
Using the Title Menu......................................................................................................................................................................................44
SETUP
Setting the Language ....................................................................................................................................................................................45
Setting TV Screen type..................................................................................................................................................................................47
Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) .......................................................................................................................................................49
Setting the Password.....................................................................................................................................................................................51
Setting the Wallpaper ....................................................................................................................................................................................53
DVD Playback Mode .....................................................................................................................................................................................55
Setting the Speaker Mode .............................................................................................................................................................................57
Setting the Test Tone .....................................................................................................................................................................................58
Setting the Delay Time ..................................................................................................................................................................................59
Setting the Audio Quality ...............................................................................................................................................................................61
Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) .........................................................................................................................................63
AV SYNC Setup.............................................................................................................................................................................................64
Dolby Pro Logic II Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................65
Dolby Pro Logic II Effect ................................................................................................................................................................................66
Auto Sound Calibration .................................................................................................................................................................................67
RRSS (Rear Reflecting Surround System) Setting .......................................................................................................................................69
SDSM (Super Digital Sound Master) Setting ................................................................................................................................................70
Live Surround Mode .....................................................................................................................................................................................71
SUPER 5.1 ....................................................................................................................................................................................................72
SURROUND PLUS........................................................................................................................................................................................73
Virtual Headphone .........................................................................................................................................................................................74
RADIO OPERATION
Listening to Radio..........................................................................................................................................................................................75
Presetting Stations.........................................................................................................................................................................................76
MISCELLANEOUS
Convenient Functions ....................................................................................................................................................................................77
Operating a TV with the Remote Control ......................................................................................................................................................79
Before Calling for Service..............................................................................................................................................................................81
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs.......................................................................................................................................................83
Language Code List ......................................................................................................................................................................................84
Specifications.................................................................................................................................................................................................85
Notes on Terminology ....................................................................................................................................................................................86
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