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Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty
Model Number | DVB312 | DVD Player
© Copyright 2003, Zenith Electronics Corporation

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  • Page 1 Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty Model Number | DVB312 | DVD Player © Copyright 2003, Zenith Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 2 FCC COMPLIANCE: the enclosure. Visible laser radiation The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: Zenith Electronics when open. Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA. Phone: 1-847-941-8000 Warning: Never stare directly into the laser beam.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ....4 Changing CHAPTERs ....18 Search ......18 Symbols used in this Manual .
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction About the Symbol Display To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for “ ” may appear on your TV display during future reference. operation and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available This manual provides information on the on that specific DVD video disc.
  • Page 5: Types Of Playable Discs

    Types of Playable Discs Regional code This DVD player is designed and manufactured for playback of region (8 cm / 12 cm disc) “1” encoded DVD software. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled “1” Audio CD or “ALL”. (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Notes on Regional Codes In addition, this unit plays DVD -R / DVD ±RW,...
  • Page 6: Glossary Of Disc-Related Terms

    Glossary of Disc-related Terms Title (DVDs only) A title is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc. For example the main feature could be title DVD -R / DVD ±RW 1, a documentary describing how the film was DVD -R are two different standards for made could be title 2, and cast interviews could recordable DVD drives and discs.
  • Page 7: Front Panel

    Front Panel PLAY ( N ) Starts playback. PAUSE ( X ) Pauses playback. Press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback. STOP ( x ) Stops playback. Reverse Skip/Scan ( m / . ) Go to previous chapter / track or to the beginning. Press and hold for two seconds for fast reverse POWER search.
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Control POWER OPEN / CLOSE Switches DVD Player ON and OFF. Opens and closes the disc tray. DISPLAY SELECT / ENTER Accesses On-Screen display. Acknowledges menu selection. RETURN b B v V (left/right/up/down) power open / close Removes the setup menu. Selects menu options.
  • Page 9: Connections Panel

    Connections Panel COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment. AUDIO OUT (Left / Right) Connect to an amplifier, receiver, or stereo system. VIDEO OUT AC Power Cord Connect to a TV with video inputs. Plug into the power source. COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.
  • Page 10: Installation And Setup

    Installation and Setup Player Setup Video and Audio Connections to Your TV Make sure the DVD player is connected directly The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or to the TV and not to a VCR, otherwise the DVD radio may be distorted during playback.
  • Page 11 Audio Connections to Optional Amplifier equipped with 2-channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll / Pro Logic: External Equipment Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks from the DVD player to the audio left and right Connect the DVD player to your optional IN jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo equipment for audio output.
  • Page 12: On-Screen Displays

    On-Screen Display Playback Status/Restrictions Repeat title You can display the general playback status on Title the TV screen. Some options can be changed Repeat sequence A - B using the menu. To use the on-screen display: Enter a Marker #1 : 1 / 9 1.
  • Page 13: Pre-Operation Setup

    Pre-operation Setup Original: Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded. By using the Setup menu, you can make various Other: To select another language, press number adjustments to menu options for picture and buttons then SELECT/ENTER to enter the sound.
  • Page 14: Progressive Scan

    4. When this image appears on your screen Progressive Scan Cancel is highlighted as default. Use the Progressive Scan Video provides the highest b / B buttons to highlight Enter. quality pictures with less flickering. If you are using the Component Video jacks for 5.
  • Page 15: Audio Menu

    Audio Menu Dynamic Range Control (DRC) With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic options. Set the player’s AUDIO options presentation possible, thanks to digital audio according to the type of audio system you use.
  • Page 16: Lock (Parental Control) Menu

    Lock (Parental Control) Menu are not played unless an alternate scene is available on the disc. The alternate must have the same rating or a lower LOCK one. If no suitable alternate is found, Rating Unlock playback stops. You must enter the 4- Password Country Code digit password or change the rating level...
  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation DVD Playback General Features Note: Unless stated otherwise, all operations described use the remote Playback Setup control. Some features may also be 1. Turn on the TV and select the video input available on the Setup menu. source connected to the DVD player. Screen Saver 2.
  • Page 18: Changing Chapters

    Note: If you press SKIP (>) once Changing CHAPTERs during Repeat Chapter playback, the When a title on a disc has more than one repeat playback stops. chapter, you can move to another chapter as follows: Repeat A-B • Press SKIP/SCAN . or > during To repeat a sequence.
  • Page 19: Zoom

    Special DVD Features Zoom Use zoom to enlarge the video image. Checking the contents of DVD discs: Menus 1. Press ZOOM during playback or still playback DVDs may offer menus that allow you to access to activate the Zoom function. The square special features.
  • Page 20: Playing Audio Cds Or Mp3/Wma Discs

    Playing Audio CDs or MP3/WMA Discs MP3 / WMA disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows: The DVD player can play MP3/WMA formatted • Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48kHz (MP3), recordings on CD-ROM, CD-R, or CD-RW discs. within 22 - 48kHz (WMA) •...
  • Page 21: Pause

    Playing Audio CDs or MP3 / Random WMA Discs Features 1 Press RANDOM during playback. Random Playback begins immediately and RANDOM appears on the display window and menu Pause screen. 1. Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. 2 To return to normal playback, press RANDOM repeatedly until RANDOM 2.
  • Page 22: Viewing Jpeg Files On A Disc

    Viewing JPEG Files on a Disc JPEG Slide Show Use v V b B to highlight the Slide Show then Using this DVD Player you can view discs with press SELECT/ENTER. JPEG files. 1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The JPEG JPEG Changing Files menu appears on the TV screen.
  • Page 23: Programmed Playback

    Programmed Playback Repeat Programmed Track/All/Off You can play a programmed track/all on a disc. 1. Press REPEAT when programmed playing The program function enables you to store your back. The repeat icon appears. favorite tracks from any disc in the player's memory.
  • Page 24: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and Service Refer to the information in this chapter before Cleaning the unit contacting a service technician. To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth Handling the Unit lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Correction No power. • The power cord is disconnected. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. • No disc is inserted. • Insert a disc. (Check that the DVD or The power is on, but audio CD indicator in the display the DVD player does window is lit.)
  • Page 26: Reference

    Reference This chapter includes important reference information to help you set your DVD player. Language Codes Use this list to specify a language for the following pre-operation settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu Language Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Abkhazian...
  • Page 27: Country Code List

    Country Codes Choose a country code from this list. Country Code Country Code Country Code Country Code Afghanistan Equatorial Guinea Macedonia Saint Vincent & Albania Eritrea Madagascar Grenadines Algeria Estonia Malawi Samoa American Samoa Ethiopia Malaysia San Marino Saudi Arabia Andorra Falkland Islands Maldives...
  • Page 28: Specifications

    Specifications General Power requirements AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power consumption Dimensions (Approx.) 430 x 48 x 242 mm (16.9 x 1.9 x 9.5 inches) (W x H x D) Weight (Approx.) 2.34 kg (5.2 lbs) Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % System...
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  • Page 32: Warranty

    DVD PLAYER DVB312 LIMITED WARRANTY - USA Zenith will repair or replace your product, at Zenith’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product.

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