Contents Safety Warnings ........................4 Unpacking ..........................7 Product Overview ........................8 Front Panel ................................8 Rear Panel ................................8 Remote Control ..............................9 Installing the Batteries ............................11 Handling the Batteries ...........................11 Handling the Remote Control ........................12 Remote Control Operation Range ......................12 Connections ..........................
Safety Warnings Ventilation • To prevent the risk of electric shock or • Read all the instructions carefully before fire hazard due to overheating, ensure using the unit and keep them for future that curtains and other materials do not reference.
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Service • Keep loose batteries away from young children and make sure that the battery • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not holder tray is secure in the remote control. remove screws. The unit does not contain Seek medical advice if you believe a cell any user-serviceable parts.
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SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
Thank you for purchasing your new Hitachi DVD Player. We recommend that you spend some time reading this instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. You will also find some hints and tips to help you resolve any issues.
Power Indicator Illuminates red when the DVD player is in standby mode and turns off when the DVD player is power Rear Panel DVD PLAYER MODEL: DV-P445E AC: 110V-240V~ 50/60Hz S/N: POWER: 12W CAUTION 110V-240V~ 50/60Hz Made in China...
Remote Control Control Function OPEN/CLOSE To open or close the DVD disc tray. V.MODE To set VIDEO output to either “CVBS” or “RGB” OSD (On screen To display the disc Display) information. SUBTITLE To switch between different subtitle languages. (Available languages depend on the DVD features) TITLE...
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Control Function 16 STANDBY To turn the power on or restore the DVD player to standby mode. 17 0–10+ To select the numeric items in a menu. 18 ANGLE To switch / change the camera angle during playback. (If available in the DVD features) 19 CLEAR To clear and cancel...
Installing the Batteries 1. Press and lift the back cover up to open the battery compartment of the remote control. 2. Insert two AAA size batteries (not supplied). Install the batteries correctly by following the polarity (+ and -) indications in the battery compartment.
Handling the Remote Control • Take care of your fingernails when you press and hold the battery release tab. • To avoid possible failure, read the following instructions and handle the remote control properly. • Do not drop or cause impact to the remote control. • Do not spill water or any liquid on the remote control.
Connections Television To SCART input Method 1 SCART cable To SCART output DVD PLAYER MODEL: DV-P445E AC: 110V-240V~ 50/60Hz S/N: POWER: 12W 110V-240V~ 50/60Hz CAUTION Made in China CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Manufactured under license from Dolby SCART OUTPUT KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Manufactured Exclusively for DSG Retail Ltd.
Connecting to the Mains Socket 1. After all connections have been properly completed, connect the mains cable into the mains socket. Never make or change any connections when the DVD player is connected to the mains socket. 2. Press the STANDBY/ON button on the DVD player or the button on the remote control to turn the DVD player on.
Start-up Press the STANDBY/ON button on the DVD player or the remote control. Turn on the TV, it will automatically switch to SCART mode and the opening screen of the DVD player will show on the TV. Basic Playback 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray, place a disc into the disc try with the label side facing up.
Fast Forward and Fast Reverse 1. Press the F.FWD button to fast forward through the disc. Each time the F.FWD button is pressed, the fast forward motion speed changes. 2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button on the unit or the ENTER/PLAY button on the remote control to resume normal playback.
Search Method 1 – Search by Title and Character 1. Press the SEARCH button once, then press the buttons to select Title / Chapter. Press the ENTER/PLAY button to confirm. 2. The playback will skip to the chosen title / chapter. Remarks: 06/37 01/38...
Press the OSD button and the screen will display some information about the disc, such as: “ 1/37 4/38 Title Elapsed 00:01:00 “ , “ 1/37 4/38 Title Remain 00:58:00 “ , “ 1/37 4/38 Chapter Elapsed 00:01:00 “ , “...
Angle Press the ANGLE button repeatedly to switch between different camera angles that are available on the disc. Only applicable to DVDs which offer multiple angles. Audio Channel Press the AUDIO button on the remote control repeatedly to change the audio mode. For example: : Dolby D 2 CH English 1/2 : Dolby D 5.1 CH English 2/2...
System Setup When you press the SETUP button on the remote control, the setup menu will be displayed. 1. Within the setup menu, you can use the buttons on the remote control to move the cursor, and then press the ENTER/PLAY button to make your selection.
Screen Setup TV Type Screen Setup In order to display the playback in the correct size 4:3 PS TV Type format, both the DVD player and the TV should select 4:3 LB Screen Saver 16:9 TV System the same display size format. Video Output Brightness Contrast...
TV System Screen Setup This DVD player supports different TV outputs, including NTSC TV Type Screen Saver Auto, NTSC, and PAL systems. In order for the disc to Auto TV System play, the colour system of the DVD player, disc and TV Video Output Brightness should match.
Audio Setup Digital Out Audio Setup To set the audio outputs. SPDIF/PCM Digital out SPDIF/RAW Downmix • SPDIF/PCM Only if your receiver is not capable of decoding multi- channel audio. • SPDIF/RAW : Select If you have connected your DIGITAL AUDIO OUT to a multi-channel decoder/receiver.
Custom Setup Parental Control Custom Setup This feature allows you to block disc playback with Parental Ctrl specific ratings. The rating levels are from 1 to 8 and 5: PGR Password - - - - 6: R Style are country dependent. You can prohibit the playing 7: NC17 Angle Mark 8: ADULT...
Password Custom Setup The Parental Control can be set up in the DVD player to Parental Ctrl Password block video and to change password. Style Angle Mark A 4-digit password will be required to play a prohibited disc. If the disc is locked and the system prompts you to enter the password.
Maintenance Handling Discs • Do not touch the playback side of the disc. • Do not attach paper or tape to the disc. Playback side Cleaning Discs • Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the centre outwards with a soft cloth.
Hints and Tips Problem Solution No operation can be • Check the batteries in the remote control. They may need replacing. performed with the • Operate the remote control at a distance of no more than 6m. remote control. • Removes batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several minutes to drain the microprocessor inside the remote control to reset it.
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Problem Solution The DVD player • Insert a readable disc with the playback side facing down. does not start the • Check the disc type, colour system (PAL/NTSC) and region code. playback. • Check for any scratches or smudges on the disc. • Press the SETUP button to turn off the setup menu .
Specifications Supported Video Systems PAL/NTSC 20Hz-20KHz(EIAJ) Audio Frequency Response DVD: 20Hz-22KHz(48KHz)(Sample result) 20Hz-44KHz(96KHz)(Sample result) Audio S/N Ratio > 65 dB Video/Picture MPEG2 Audio MPEG1 standard Electric level output: 1.8V ± 0.2 Audio Output (Analog Audio) resistance: 10K ohms Electric level output: 1.0Vp--p Video Output resistance: 75 ohms Unbalanced negative...
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NOTE: If you require a replacement for any of the items listed below, please quote their corresponding part numbers: Replacement Part Part Number Remote Control 1-3000-A815-0000-R Notes for battery disposal The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. To preserve our environment, dispose of used batteries according to your local laws or regulations.