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Summarization of Contents
Important Safety and Handling Instructions
Electrical Safety and Fire Hazard Warnings
Details critical safety precautions to prevent electric shock, fire hazards, and damage from water exposure.
UK Plug and Wiring Information
Provides specific guidance for wiring plugs and using fuses for United Kingdom power outlets.
Operational Guidelines and Environment
Ventilation Requirements and Warnings
Specifies required clearances for heat dissipation and warns against blocking ventilation openings.
Energy Saving Design and Operating Environment
Highlights the system's low standby power consumption and lists optimal operating temperature and humidity.
Chapter 1: Before You Start
Key Product Features Overview
Outlines the system's core features including DAC, audio performance, picture zoom, and file compatibility.
Understanding Home Theater and Disc Compatibility
Introduction to Home Theater Sound
Explains the principles of surround sound and the role of DVD-Video as a source material.
General Disc Compatibility Information
Details the types of discs supported by the player, indicated by various logos and standards.
Disc Playback Specifics
PC-Created Disc Compatibility Notes
Provides guidance on potential playback issues with discs created using personal computers and software.
About WMA Audio Files
Explains the WMA audio format developed by Microsoft and its compatibility with the system.
Audio and Image File Compatibility Details
Compressed Audio (MP3/WMA) Compatibility
Covers compatibility with MP3 and WMA files, including bit-rate and DRM limitations.
JPEG Image File Compatibility
Details compatibility with JPEG files, including resolution limits, file naming, and ISO 9660 format.
Front Panel Controls and Layout
Overview of Front Panel Buttons
Describes the function of each button located on the player's front panel, such as Power, Source Select, and Playback controls.
Front Panel Display Indicators
Understanding Display Icons and Indicators
Details the meaning of various indicators on the unit's display, including tuner status, playback modes, and timers.
Advanced Display Indicators
Speaker Mode and Special Function Indicators
Explains indicators related to speaker output modes, progressive scan (PRGSVE), DTS, and other special functions.
Remote Control Operation - Part 1
Remote Control Overview and Basic Functions
Introduces the remote control layout and explains fundamental buttons like Standby, Source Select, Display, and Navigation.
Remote Control Operation - Part 2
Audio, Video and Disc Control Buttons
Details buttons for controlling volume, TV input, disc tray, and navigating chapters or tracks.
Sound and Surround Mode Selection Buttons
Explains buttons used to select surround sound modes, bass modes, dialogue enhancement, and virtual surround.
System Setup and Navigation Controls
System Setup and Audio Adjustments
Covers system setup, test tone generation, channel level adjustment, display dimming, and timer/clock functions.
Navigation, Folder Access, and Program Entry
Explains navigation controls, folder browsing, clearing entries, switching modes, room setup, and direct track selection.
Initial Setup Procedure
Powering On and Initial Configuration
Guides the user through powering on the system and making initial TV setup choices.
Language Selection and Welcome Screen
Details initial language selection for European models and handling the welcome screen for others.
TV Display and Clock Configuration
Setting the TV Screen Aspect Ratio
Instructions for selecting the correct TV screen aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) for optimal picture display.
Setting the System Clock
Provides step-by-step instructions for setting the system's clock, essential for timer functions.
Remote Control and Room Acoustic Setup
Programming the Remote for TV Operation
Explains how to program the supplied remote control to operate your television set using preset codes.
Optimizing Surround Sound with Room Setup
Guides the user through the Room Setup feature to optimize surround sound based on speaker placement and room acoustics.
Advanced Setup and Interface Navigation
Detailed Room Setup Configuration
Provides detailed steps for configuring room size (S, M, L) and seating position (Fwd, Mid, Back) for surround sound.
Navigating On-Screen Displays (OSDs)
Offers general advice on navigating the system's on-screen displays using cursor buttons and the ENTER key.
Basic Disc Playback Procedures
Loading and Initiating Disc Playback
Covers the fundamental steps for loading a disc into the tray and starting playback using the PLAY button.
Disc Playback Controls
Playback Controls for Various Media Types
Details playback controls applicable to WMA/MP3 discs, JPEG slideshows, and general disc playback using the remote.
Advanced Playback Functions
Playback Control Button Functions
Explains the functions of buttons used for pausing, stopping, scanning, skipping tracks/chapters, and folder navigation.
Resume and Last Memory Playback
Describes the Resume and Last Memory features that allow playback to resume from the last stopped point.
Disc Playback Troubleshooting and Menus
Common Disc Playback Issues and Solutions (FAQ)
Addresses frequently asked questions regarding disc loading, region compatibility, and aspect ratio display issues.
Navigating DVD-Video Disc Menus
Explains how to access and navigate menus on DVD-Video discs for features like language selection or special content.
Video CD/Super VCD Playback Navigation
Understanding Video CD/Super VCD PBC Menus
Explains the PlayBack Control (PBC) system for navigating Video CDs and Super VCDs, including track selection.
Radio Tuning Operations
Basic Radio Tuning and Band Selection
Guides the user on how to select the FM or AM band and tune into radio stations.
Tuner Functions and Station Management
Tuning Methods and Improving FM Reception
Details tuning methods (manual, auto, high-speed) and how to improve FM reception by switching to mono.
Memorizing and Storing Favorite Stations
Provides instructions for saving up to 30 favorite radio stations for quick access using presets.
Accessing Presets and External Sources
Recalling Preset Radio Stations
Explains how to select and listen to memorized radio stations using the ST +/- buttons.
Connecting and Listening to External Sources
Guides on connecting and listening to external components like TVs or VCRs via the system's inputs.
Home Theater Sound Modes
Introduction to Home Theater Sound
Introduces the concept of listening to sources in stereo or surround sound using the system.
Auto Listening Mode Explained
Describes the Auto listening mode, which automatically mirrors the source's audio channels to the speakers.
Advanced Surround Sound Configuration
Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings Adjustments
Details how to adjust Center Width, Dimension, and Panorama settings for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode.
Stereo Playback Mode Selection
Explains how to select and use the Stereo listening mode, including downmixing multichannel sources.
Headphone Listening and Surround Effects
Headphone Listening Modes Available
Describes the available listening modes (Stereo, Phones Surround) when headphones are connected.
Applying Advanced Surround Sound Effects
Lists and explains various Advanced Surround effects like Adv. Music, Adv. Movie, and Virtual Surround.
Fine-Tuning Surround Sound Experience
Adjusting Advanced Surround Effect Levels
Explains how to adjust the intensity level for each Advanced Surround mode independently.
Enhancing Dialogue and Virtual Surround Back
Details the Dialogue Enhancement feature and the Virtual Surround Back speaker simulation.
Special Listening Modes and Tone Adjustment
Using Quiet and Midnight Listening Modes
Explains the Quiet mode for smoothing sound and the Midnight mode for low-volume movie playback.
Adjusting Bass and Treble Levels
Provides instructions for adjusting the bass and treble tone controls to customize the sound output.
Bass Enhancement and Muting Functions
Boosting Bass Level with Bass Modes
Details the three bass modes (Music, Cinema, P. Bass) used to enhance bass response in audio sources.
Using the Mute Function
Explains how to use the MUTE button to temporarily turn off all sound from the speakers and headphones.
Disc Playback Navigation and Browsing
Introduction to Disc Playback Features
Introduces the chapter on disc playback, highlighting the use of on-screen displays for navigation.
Using the Disc Navigator to Browse Content
Guides the user on how to use the Disc Navigator to find specific titles, chapters, or tracks on loaded discs.
Disc Scanning and Slow Motion Playback
Fast Scanning of Disc Content
Explains how to fast-scan discs forward or backward at various speeds during playback.
Slow Motion Playback Options
Details how to play DVDs and Video CDs/Super VCDs in slow motion at different speeds.
Frame-by-Frame Playback and Looping
Frame Advance and Reverse Functions
Describes how to advance or reverse playback one frame at a time for DVDs and VCDs.
Setting Up A-B Repeat Loops for Sections
Explains the A-B Repeat function, allowing users to loop specific sections of a track or title.
Repeat Playback Modes
Selecting Repeat Playback Options
Details how to select different repeat play modes such as Title Repeat, Chapter Repeat, Disc Repeat, or Track Repeat.
Random Playback and Repeat Options
Front Panel Repeat Play Selection
Explains how to select repeat play options directly using the REPEAT button on the front panel.
Random Playback Methods via OSD
Details how to set random play options for titles, chapters, or tracks using the on-screen display (OSD).
Custom Playback Programming
Program Play Limitations and Usage
Provides important information and limitations regarding the Program play feature, such as compatibility with VR format DVD-RWs.
Creating and Editing Program Lists via OSD
Guides the user on how to create and edit custom playback sequences (program lists) using the on-screen display.
Building and Playing Program Lists
Adding Content to Program Lists
Explains how to select titles, chapters, folders, or tracks to add to a program list.
Executing and Saving Programmed Playback
Details how to play the created program list and save it for future use without starting playback.
Managing Program Lists
Editing and Deleting Program List Entries
Provides instructions for editing, deleting, and inserting steps within an existing program list.
Program Menu Functions and Front Panel Use
Covers additional program menu functions like playback start/stop, deletion, and memory, also mentioning front panel usage.
Disc Search and Program List Management
Clearing Existing Program Lists
Explains the procedure for clearing a program list to create a new one.
Searching for Specific Content on Discs
Guides on using search modes to find specific titles, chapters, tracks, or times on various disc types.
Disc Audio and Subtitle Options
Adjusting Subtitle and DVD Audio Languages
Details how to switch subtitle languages and DVD audio languages during playback.
Selecting Audio Channels for VR DVD-RW and VCD/Super VCD
Explains how to select different audio channels for VR format DVD-RW discs and Video CDs/Super VCDs.
Picture Zoom and Angle Selection
Screen Zooming Functionality
Explains how to use the ZOOM button to magnify the playback screen by factors of 2x or 4x.
Switching Camera Angles and Displaying Disc Information
Guides on switching camera angles during multi-angle scenes and displaying various disc information on-screen.
Disc Information Display Formats
Detailed Disc Information Screens
Shows the detailed information displayed for DVD, VR format DVD-RW, CD, WMA/MP3, and JPEG discs.
Front Panel Disc Information Display
Describes the limited disc information that can be viewed on the player's front panel display using the DISPLAY button.
Viewing JPEG Image Discs
Playing a JPEG Slideshow
Covers starting a JPEG slideshow and how pictures are displayed and adjusted for screen fit.
Navigating JPEG Files with Disc Navigator and Photo Browser
Explains how to use the Disc Navigator and Photo Browser to find specific JPEG files and folders on a disc.
JPEG Image Viewing Enhancements
Zooming and Adjusting JPEG Image View
Details how to use the ZOOM button to magnify JPEG images and adjust the zoomed area.
Using the Photo Browser for Thumbnail Selection
Explains how to use the Photo Browser to highlight and select thumbnail images for full-screen viewing.
Tuner Features: Radio Data System (RDS)
Introduction to RDS and Program Information
Introduces the Radio Data System (RDS) and the types of information it provides, such as station name and program type.
Available Program Type (PTY) Search Categories
Lists the approximately 30 program types that can be searched for, covering various genres like News, Jazz, and Classics.
Using RDS Information and Program Search
Displaying RDS Information (RT, PS, PTY)
Explains how to use the DISPLAY button to cycle through and view Radio Text (RT), Program Service (PS), and Program Type (PTY).
Searching for Radio Programs by Type
Guides on using the PTY SEARCH function to automatically find stations broadcasting specific program types.
Timer Functions: Setting the Wake-Up Timer
Setting the Wake-Up Timer
Provides step-by-step instructions for setting the system to switch on at a specified time and play a chosen source.
Timer Management: Wake-Up and Sleep Timers
Enabling and Disabling the Wake-Up Timer
Explains how to turn the wake-up timer on or off, ensuring it operates daily based on set times.
Setting the Sleep Timer for Automatic Power Off
Guides on setting the sleep timer to automatically switch off the system after a specified duration.
Configuring Sleep Timer Options
Sleep Timer Settings and Usage
Details the available sleep timer options (Auto, 90, 60, 30 minutes, Off) and how to check remaining time.
Surround Sound Setup Procedures
Overview of Surround Sound Setup
Introduces the process of setting up surround sound for an optimized listening experience.
System Setup Menu Navigation and Options
Explains how to access and navigate the System Setup menu to adjust various audio and system parameters.
Speaker Distance Adjustments
Details how to set the distances for the front and center speakers relative to the listening position.
Advanced Surround Sound Configuration
Surround Speaker Distance and Dynamic Range Control
Covers setting surround speaker distances and configuring Dynamic Range Control (DRC) for Dolby Digital/DTS.
Dual Mono and LFE Attenuator Settings
Explains settings for dual mono soundtracks and adjusting the Low-Frequency Effects (LFE) attenuator.
Channel Level Calibration for Surround Sound
Setting Individual Speaker Channel Levels
Guides on adjusting the relative levels of each speaker channel using test tones for balanced surround sound.
Video Quality Adjustment Menu
Video Adjust Menu Overview and Preset Creation
Introduces the Video Adjust menu for selecting standard video or creating custom picture quality presets.
Customizing Picture Quality Settings
Adjusting Contrast, Brightness, and Chroma Levels
Details how to adjust Contrast, Brightness, and Chroma Level settings to personalize picture quality.
Initial System Configuration
Overview of Initial Settings Menu
Introduces the Initial Settings menu for comprehensive DVD system setup, including video and parental lock settings.
Configuring TV Screen Aspect Ratio
Guides on selecting the TV Screen aspect ratio (Letter Box, Pan&Scan, Wide) for optimal picture presentation.
Video Output and Progressive Scan Settings
Video Output Options and Component Out
Details various video output options (Video, S-Video, RGB) and settings for Component Out.
Progressive Scan Video Configuration and Notes
Explains how to set the system for progressive scan video output and provides important compatibility notes.
Video Output and Language Settings
S-Video Output Configuration Options
Explains how to configure the S-Video output settings (S1 or S2) for compatibility with different TVs.
Setting Preferred Audio Language for DVDs
Guides on setting the preferred audio language for DVD playback, allowing automatic selection if available on disc.
Subtitle and DVD Menu Language Settings
Configuring Subtitle Language Preferences
Details how to set the preferred subtitle language for DVD discs, allowing automatic display if present on the disc.
Setting DVD Menu Language
Explains how to set the language for DVD disc menus, defaulting to subtitle language or allowing custom selection.
Display Options and Parental Controls
Subtitle Display and OSD Language Settings
Covers settings for displaying subtitles and selecting the language for on-screen displays (OSD).
Angle Indicator and Parental Lock Setup
Details how to enable/disable the angle indicator icon and introduces the Parental Lock feature.
Password Management for Parental Controls
Registering a New System Password
Provides steps for registering a new 4-digit password, required before setting Parental Lock levels or Country Codes.
Changing an Existing System Password
Explains the procedure to change the existing system password by entering the current password and then the new one.
Parental Lock and Country Code Settings
Adjusting Parental Lock Levels
Guides on how to set and change the Parental Lock level, controlling which discs can be played based on content rating.
Setting and Changing the Country Code
Details how to select or change the Country Code, which may affect playback of certain scenes on some discs.
PhotoViewer Functionality for Mixed Media Discs
Configuring PhotoViewer for Audio/Image Discs
Explains how to set the PhotoViewer option to view JPEG files or play WMA/MP3 audio files on discs containing both.
Connecting External Antennas and Auxiliary Components
Connecting External AM and FM Antennas
Provides instructions for connecting external antennas to improve radio reception for AM and FM bands.
Connecting Auxiliary Components (VCR, MD, etc.)
Guides on connecting external audio and video components, such as VCRs, MD players, or CD recorders, to the system.
Audio Connections and Signal Level Adjustment
Connecting External Audio Sources and Digital Input
Details connections for TV audio input, analog line inputs, and optical digital input from external devices.
Reducing TV and Line Signal Levels
Explains how to use attenuator settings (ATT Off, ATT 6dB, ATT 10dB) to reduce signal levels and prevent audio distortion.
Video Output and Recording Modes
Analog Recording Mode Operation
Explains how to enable and use the recording mode, noting which functions become inactive when it's active.
Connecting via S-Video Output for Enhanced Picture Quality
Guides on connecting the system to a TV using an S-Video cable for improved picture quality over standard video.
Advanced Video Connections and TV Audio Input
Connecting via Component Video Output
Details how to connect using component video cables for the best possible picture quality.
Connecting via SCART and Switching TV Audio Input
Explains SCART connection and how to switch the TV audio input between SCART and RCA sources.
SCART Connector Pin Assignment
SCART 21-Pin Connector Pinout Diagram
Provides a detailed diagram showing the pin assignments for the SCART 21-pin connector.
System Control and Format Settings
Demo Mode and Child Lock Activation
Guides on switching off the automatic demo feature and activating the child lock for front panel control lockout.
Clock Format and TV System Format Settings
Details options for changing the clock display format (12/24 hour) and setting the TV system (AUTO, PAL, NTSC).
System Reset and Disc Playback Adjustments
Tuner Frequency Step and System Reset Procedure
Explains how to adjust the tuner frequency step and how to reset the system to factory default settings.
NTSC Playback on PAL TVs and Basic Disc Care
Provides notes on watching NTSC discs on PAL TVs and introduces basic disc handling and care.
Disc Handling, Storage, and Region Codes
Proper Disc Handling Techniques and Cleaning
Offers guidelines on how to handle discs properly to avoid fingerprints and dirt, and how to clean them.
Understanding DVD Region Codes and Disc Storage
Explains DVD region coding and provides advice on correct disc storage to prevent damage.
Disc Usage Restrictions and System Maintenance
Discs to Avoid and Installation Precautions
Lists types of discs that should not be used and provides installation advice for optimal performance and ventilation.
Pickup Lens Cleaning Recommendations
Recommends consulting service centers for lens cleaning and advises against using commercially available lens cleaners.
System Care and Power Cord Safety
Addressing Condensation and Moving the Unit Safely
Provides advice on handling condensation and safely moving the system unit, including unplugging procedures.
Power Cord Safety Guidelines
Details crucial safety precautions for handling the power cord to prevent electric shock or fire hazards.
General Troubleshooting Guide
Common Operational Problems and Remedies
Lists common issues like no power, no sound, no image, and remote control problems with their respective solutions.
Disc Player Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Disc Loading and Playback Issues
Addresses issues related to discs automatically ejecting, playback failures, unresponsive buttons, and cancelled settings.
Troubleshooting Media File Playback Issues
Issues with WMA/MP3/JPEG Disc Recognition and Playback
Covers troubleshooting for CD-ROM recognition, file display in navigators, and playback issues with mixed WMA/MP3/JPEG discs.
Tuner and System Error Message Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Radio Reception and Tuning Problems
Addresses common tuner issues such as radio noise, auto-tuning failures, and sound being only in mono.
Understanding and Resolving System Error Messages
Explains the meaning of various system error messages and how to resolve them, such as Child Lock or Rec Mode On.
Screen Sizes and Language Selection Guide
Understanding DVD Screen Sizes and Formats
Explains aspect ratios (4:3, 16:9) of DVD discs and TVs, including letterbox and pan & scan formats.
Selecting Languages Using Code Lists
Guides on selecting preferred languages by using the language code list, specifying code letters or numbers.
Language and Country Code Reference Tables
Comprehensive Language Code List
Provides an extensive list of languages and their corresponding numerical and letter codes for system settings.
Country Code List for Regional Settings
Lists countries and their associated numerical and letter codes, used for region-specific settings and disc compatibility.
Remote Control Manufacturer Preset Codes
Manufacturer Code List for Remote Control Setup
Lists manufacturer codes for various brands, enabling the remote control to operate different TV models.
Glossary: Audio and Video Term Definitions
Definitions of Audio and Video Concepts
Defines key audio and video terms such as Analog Audio, Aspect Ratio, Digital Audio, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DRM, DTS, and Dynamic Range.
Glossary: File Formats and Disc Concepts
File Formats, Video Display Methods, and Disc Concepts
Defines technical terms related to file formats, video display methods, disc structures, regions, and audio sampling.
WMA File Format Definition
Understanding Windows Media Audio (WMA)
Explains WMA (Windows Media Audio) as an audio compression technology and its file recognition.
Product Specifications Overview
Amplifier, Disc, and Tuner Section Specifications
Lists technical specifications for the amplifier, disc playback, and FM/AM tuner sections of the system.
Included Accessories and Speaker System Specifications
Details the included accessories and provides specifications for the front, surround, and center speaker systems.
Speaker System Technical Details
Subwoofer Specifications and Accessories
Provides specifications for the subwoofer and lists accessories for the speaker system, such as cables and non-slip pads.
Pioneer Service and Support Information
After-Sales Service Contact Information by Region
Lists contact details for Pioneer's regional service centers and subsidiaries for after-sales support.
Pioneer Corporation Headquarters and Regional Contacts
Provides contact information for Pioneer Corporation's head office and various regional offices worldwide.
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