Curtis DVD8723UK User Manual

7” dual monitor portable dvd player
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Caution & Warning
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Minimum distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation.
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
• Do not place the product in closed bookcases or racks without proper ventilation.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
• The use of apparatus is in moderate climates.
• When the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
• Before scrapping the appliance, remove the batteries and place them in the appropriate battery collection con-
tainer.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
• This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
• The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear panel.
• This product contains a low power laser device. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any cover or attempt to
gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only.
In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge, reset the apparatus by disconnecting from mains supply.
Before using the player, please ensure that the local AC voltage is suitable for this unit.
This symbol on the product or in the instructions
means that your electrical and electronic equipment
should be disposed at the end of life separately from
your household waste. There are separate collection
systems for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the lo-
cal authority or your retailer where you pur-
chased the product.
Maintenance and care
Caring for the player
"The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing" and that no objects filled with liquid shall be placed on
the unit.
This kind of electronic products should never be subjected to extreme temperatures or high humidity.
If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
When the lens in the pick-up gets dirty, malfunctions including the impossibility of playback may occur.
The lens should be cleaned using a commercially available camera lens blower, etc. Do not touch the lens to
prevent damaging the mechanism. Also do not use a lens cleaner or disc cleaner product.
Never play a cracked or warped disc.

Cleaning the Unit

To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution when cleaning
and wiping the plastic parts. Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the panel.
Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine, etc.
Condensation
If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside the DVD player and cause
damage to the lenses. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for
30 minutes before operating the unit.
Disconnect power
If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the power converter from the wall outlet.
To disconnect the AC power cord (main leads), grasp the plug itself, never pull the cord.
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Recharging Battery Caution
Do not use any unauthorized parts.
Use the authorized AC adapter when recharging
battery.
Do not expose to high temperature above 60°C
Do not attempt to dismantle or modify the unit.
Excessive impact may cause the unit to malfunction.
Do not incinerate.
Do not disassemble; dispose of properly.
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  • Page 1: Cleaning The Unit

    Caution & Warning • The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. • Minimum distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation. • The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards Power sources — Only use the AC/DC power convertor that is packed with the unit. Using other adapters could seriously damage the unit. Power-cord protection — Power Supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    Keep this manual handy for future reference. • Portable DVD Player..x1 • Remote control handset..x1 • AC adaptor..x1 • Remote control handset with battery (CR2025) ... x1 •...
  • Page 4: Main Unit

    Location of features (continue) Main unit Rear View: PHONES JACK PHONES JACK VOLUME KNOB INPUT / OUTPUT LINE SELECTOR S – VIDEO JACK VIDEO JACK AUDIO JACK DC OUT JACK POWER SLIDE KNOB 10. DC IN JACK Top View: 11. TITLE MENU BUTTON 12.
  • Page 5: Power Sources

    Power Sources Battery installation (remote control unit) Remove the battery cover. Insert one battery (CR 2025) making sure the polarity (+ / –) matches the marks inside the unit. Replace the cover. Do not attempt to recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or throw the batteries into the fire.
  • Page 6: Basic Playback

    Basic Playback DVD, VCD, Audio CD, MP3-disc Starting playback To power on the unit. Slide the POWER knob ON at the unit top then the unit will turn on. Notes: Selection kind of power source, please refer portion of POWER SOURCE Slide the LINE SELECT IN/OUT to the “OUT”...
  • Page 7: System Connection

    Connections Connect headphones to player headphone jack. CAUTION: Listening at high power for a long moment could damage user’s ears. Connect the DC plug Connect the DC plug at the end of the adapter cord, or connect the Car Adapter (optional) into the DC IN jack, then plug the other end into the car cigarette lighter socket.
  • Page 8: Basic Operation

    Basic operation Panel Key Lock Press KEY LOCK Button on the remote control: “Key Lock On” Appears on TV screen, then the function keys on main unit are disable except power button.To make all buttons available again, press KEY LOCK button again. Skip and Searching SKIP REV( ) and FF( ) button: Press these buttons to go to the previous/next chapter (DVD) or track (CD).
  • Page 9: Repeat Button

    Basic operation (continue) REPEAT PLAYBACK MODE BUTTONS The repeat functions that you can enjoy are dependent on the disc types played. DVD: Title repeat, chapter repeat and given portion repeat. VCD / CD: All tracks repeat, single track repeat and given portion. REPEAT button DVD disc: While in the Playback mode, press the REPEAT button once;...
  • Page 10 Basic operation (continue) Programmed Playback (DVD/CD/VCD) Note: MP3 discs does not support this function. This unit has a 20 track programmable memory that allows you to program up to 20 tracks on any disc for playback in any desired order. You may program 20 different tracks or you may also program certain tracks to play more than once. To perform programmed playback, proceed as follows: While in the Stop mode, press the PROGRAM button, the Program menu will appear on the TV screen.
  • Page 11: Audio Menu

    Advanced Playback mode Audio menu Press AUDIO MENU button, you can change the audio language from the one selected at the initial settings to a different language, if available. DVD Menu Press the DVD MENU button, and the Main Menu of the disc will appear. Use the ( , , , ) button to select the desired option, and then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 12: Zoom Function

    Advanced Playback mode (continue) Bookmark for DVD/ VCD/ CD Note: MP3 discs does not support this function. Storing bookmarks in the memory to be viewed is similar to marking your page in a book. You can quickly go to any point on the disc.
  • Page 13: Pbc Function (Vcd 2.0 Only)

    Advanced Playback mode (continue) PBC function (VCD 2.0 only) PBC button: This button switches PBC functions on or off. Note: MP3 discs does not support this function. • When playing VCD with PBC functions, You can enjoy simple interactive software on TV screen. •...
  • Page 14: Mp3 Basic Operation

    MP3 Basic Operation MP3 ON SCREEN DIALOGUE BOX FEATURES Playback of MP3-Disc After disc “LOADING” or read memory card, dialog box will appear on the screen. The Root/Folder menu and STOP( ) Mode on screen button will appear on the screen. e.g.: P - 14 T580_Curtis_A5_size_UK_Eng_ib.p65...
  • Page 15: Other Functions

    MP3 Basic Operation (continue) Playback track on Root. Press the NAVIGATION ( ) button to select your desired track on the Root, then press PLAY ( ) or “EN- TER” button, to start playback, the PLAY ( ) indicator show on screen, and the player will continous playback all tracks in ROOT, and stop automatically after finished all tracks.
  • Page 16: Repeat Play

    MP3 Basic Operation (continue) ( TOP PANEL ) Select/Back to Folder Menu When in the folder, or in the sub-folder on screen. Press the NAVIGATION ( , ) button, or press “ENTER” button, when the cursor highlights the folderxxxxxxx, the screen will back to previous folder or repeat the procedure to exit to ROOT.
  • Page 17: Initial Setting

    Initial Setting Press the Setup button to display the Setup Menu. The screen shown right: Press the “ ” or “ ” Navigation buttons to move the Yellow Disc symbol underneath the icons on top of the TV screen to your desired icon page. The following icons represent 5 Setup Page: —...
  • Page 18: Speaker Setup Page

    Initial Setting (continue) Speaker Setup Page Select Audio setup in the Setup Menu and then Select the Speaker Setup Menu using the ( , ) buttons to navigate through the menus/screens and press the Enter buton to confirm. LT/RT: The front speakers are in theatrical LT/RT downmix mode. Stereo: The front speakers are in Stereo Downmix mode.
  • Page 19: Specifications

    Specifications Power requirements: Power consumption: Signal system: Weight: Dimensions: Operating temperature range: Operating humidity range: Battery charging time: Battery life(Fully charge): Discs played: (1) DVD-VIDEO disc (2) Compact disc Video output level: Audio output level: Audio signal output characteristics: Frequency responses: •...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting No power • Insert the AC power plug securely into the power outlet. Play fails to start even when PLAY is pressed. Play starts but then stops immediately. • Condensation has formed: wait about 1 to 2 hours to allow the player to dry out. •...
  • Page 21: Location Of Features

    Location of features Top View: LEFT SPEAKER PANEL COVER PANEL SCREEN RIGHT SPEAKER MENU BUTTON ENTER BUTTON UP BUTTON DOWN BUTTON POWER INDICATOR RIGHT VIEW 10. DC IN JACK 11. POWER SLIDE KNOB 12. PHONES JACK 13. VIDEO JACK 14. AUDIO JACK 15.
  • Page 22 Basic operation • Turn on the unit by switch the “power” switch to ON Position, the power INDICATOR will turn red • Press the LCD MONITOR MENU button, and the picture window appears on the screen. NOTE:Picture will appear for 4 to 5 second, and the start disappear. •...
  • Page 23 Disc types you can play: Audio & Video Disc size 12cm Single side, single layer / single side,double layer PAL and NTSC DVD disc Playback time 135min/240min max. Audio & Video Disc size 12cm / 8 cm SVCD,CD and VCD disc Playback time 74min.
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