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Harman Kardon DVD 47 Owner's Manual

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Power for the Digital Revolution
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DVD 47
PROGRESSIVE-SCAN DVD AUDIO/VIDEO PLAYER
WITH SACD
and HDMI
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OWNER'S MANUAL
DVD
47
Open/Close
AUDIO/VIDEO

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  • Page 1 ® Power for the Digital Revolution ® DVD 47 PROGRESSIVE-SCAN DVD AUDIO/VIDEO PLAYER WITH SACD and HDMI ™ ™ OWNER’S MANUAL Open/Close AUDIO/VIDEO...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DVD 47 DVD PLAYER Introduction Safety Information Features & Disc Compatibility DVD Terminology Front-Panel Controls Front-Panel Information Display Remote Control Functions Rear-Panel Connections Setup and Connections Connecting to a TV Only Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier With a Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder Remote Control Operation Digital Audio Connection System Setup...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing the Harman Kardon ® DVD 47. The DVD 47 is a state-of-the-art optical disc player that can play almost every music, movie and still-image disc in your library with the highest fidelity available today. Along with playback of conventional DVD movie discs and audio CDs, the DVD 47 lets you enjoy the latest high-resolution DVD-Audio and SACD...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your DVD 47 has been designed for use with 110–240-volt AC current and the plug is specifically designed for 120-volt applications. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

  • Page 5: Features & Disc Compatibility

    Disc Formats Supported by This Player The DVD 47 can play the following types of pre- recorded discs: AUDIO/VIDEO 3" (8cm) disc 3" (8cm) disc 5" (12cm) disc 5" (12cm) disc The DVD 47 will also play most recordable discs, but we cannot guarantee complete playback compatibility of CD- or DVD-recordable discs due to the wide variation in recorders and blank discs.
  • Page 6 FEATURES & DISC COMPATIBILITY However, note that variations in the encoder or codec used and the bit rate of the encoding may affect the DVD 47’s ability to play back a specific disc. As a result, we cannot guarantee complete compatibility with all encoders and versions of the codecs.

  • Page 7: Dvd Terminology

    Since DVD players share some of the characteristics and technology of CD players, many of the terms and operational concepts used in a DVD player are similar to what you may be familiar with from CD players and changers, or older video disc formats such as Laser Disc.

  • Page 8: Dvd Terminology

    DVD TERMINOLOGY the SACD disc is capable of storing more than seven times the amount of data as on a standard CD. Engineers realized that if they utilized a much higher sampling frequency in a single-bit format, but eliminat- ed the downsampling required to fit 74 minutes of audio on a standard CD, they could preserve a much higher quality of audio that more closely approximates the original analog signal.

  • Page 9: Front-Panel Controls

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to the controls and connectors in this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com. Power Indicator Power On/Off (Standby) Play...

  • Page 10: Front-Panel Information Display

    FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to the controls and connectors in this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com. A Disc-Type Indicators B Audio Bitstream Indicators C Parental Lock Indicator D Program Indicator...

  • Page 11: Remote Control Functions

    0 Power On 1 Open/Close 2 Audio Select 3 Clear 4 Playlist 5 Repeat 6 A-B Repeat 7 Random 8 Info 9 Setup A Previous Step/Skip B Search/Slow Reverse C Angle ‹ › Navigation Buttons ⁄ ¤ E Light F Video Off G HD Mode Selector H Dimmer I Progressive Scan/Interlaced...
  • Page 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 0 Power On: Turns on the player when it is in Standby mode (Harman Kardon logo appears on- screen). 1 Open/Close: Press to open or close the disc tray. 2 Audio Select: Press to access various audio lan- guages on a DVD (if the DVD contains multiple audio streams).
  • Page 13 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS bar” display of the time elapsed. You may use the M NK LNavigation Buttons D and the Enter Button J to select and change the current title or chapter, or the time display. The Status Banner is only available for DVDs and VCDs when PBC is turned off.

  • Page 14: Rear-Panel Connections

    REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to the controls and connectors in this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com. ¡ Remote Control Output ™...

  • Page 15: Setup And Connections

    • Ensure that the power switch of this unit (and of other equipment to be connected) is set to “Off” before commencing connection. We also strongly recommend that you leave all system components unplugged from AC power until after you have com- pleted the interconnections described in this section.

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Receiver/Amplifier With A Dolby Digital Or Dts Decoder

    SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier With a Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder One of the major advantages of the DVD format is its ability to use a variety of digital audio formats for the ultimate in sonic performance. However, in order to enjoy the benefits of digital audio, you must use a receiver or processor that has digital audio decoding capabilities and make an optical or coaxial digital audio...

  • Page 17: Remote Control Operation

    Battery Installation Insert the two AAA batteries supplied while observing the correct positive (+) and negative (–) polarities. Service Life of Batteries • The batteries normally last for about one year, although this depends on how often the remote control is used. •...

  • Page 18: Digital Audio Connection

    DIGITAL AUDIO CONNECTION Optical Digital Audio Connection Notes Gently push the cable plug through the built-in shutter that covers the Optical Digital Audio Output and connect the cable firmly so that the configurations of both the cable and the connector match. Audio Output From the Unit’s Optical/ Coaxial Digital Audio Output Connector Disc:...

  • Page 19: System Setup

    System Setup The final step in the installation of the DVD 47 is to establish the system’s configuration. Before proceeding further to make any adjustments, make certain that the DVD 47 is properly connected to a video display and an AC power source. Turn on the DVD 47 by pressing the Power On/Off Switch 2 and the Power Indicator 1 will change from amber to blue.

  • Page 20: Setup Menu

    SYSTEM SETUP This method of navigation, option selection and adjust- ment applies to all menus except for the Video Adjust- ments menu, which accommodates the need to view the on-screen video or the DVD 47’s internal test sig- nal while the settings are being made. See page 24 for information on changing the Video Adjustments.

  • Page 21: Audio Setup Submenu

    The DVD 47 is shipped from the factory with the parental control system unlocked (no password is required to view any DVD), and with the password set to the four-digit code “1234.” To activate the system, Navigation Buttons n to highlight use the ⁄¤...

  • Page 22: Audio Adjustments Submenu

    SYSTEM SETUP SYSTEM SETUP NOTE: Any changes made to the Digital Output setting during playback will not take effect until after play has been stopped and restarted. PCM Limit: This setting determines whether the digital audio output of the DVD 47 will be sent to your receiver or processor at its original sampling rate, or whether high-resolution (96kHz or greater) materials will be downsampled to 48kHz.

  • Page 23: Video Setup Submenu

    Pressing the Enter Button J displays a dropdown menu with the selections available for that setting. Use Navigation Buttons n to highlight the ⁄¤ appropriate setting, and then press the Enter Button J to select it. You will notice that the adjustments for speaker size and distance (used to calculate delay times) are set in tandem for the front left and right speaker pair, and for the surround left and right speaker pair.

  • Page 24: Video Adjustments Banner

    SYSTEM SETUP from Off to On. See below for more information on using the Video Adjustments banner to optimize your picture settings. HDMI Settings: This setting displays the characteris- tics of the video output signal at the HDMI Output . When the DVD 47 is connected to a video dis- play using the HDMI Output , the display sends information to the DVD 47 that indicates the highest...

  • Page 25: Test Screen

    DVD is one of the highest quality sources ever made available for in-home playback of prerecorded pictures and sound. In order to make certain that your home theater system is fully optimized to take advantage of DVD’s superb picture quality, the DVD 47 offers a built-in video test signal that makes it easy to calibrate your TV or video display for proper playback.

  • Page 26: Playback Basics

    PLAYBACK BASICS Loading Discs To load discs in the DVD 47, first turn the DVD 47 on by pressing in the Power On/Off Switch or Power On Button 0. Note that the Power Indicator will turn amber when the unit is con- nected to an AC power source.
  • Page 27 process the digital audio streams during slow modes. Slow-play is not available for CD discs. • To advance frame by frame while a DVD is playing, first press the Pause Button 4u, then press the Skip/Step (Previous) 6k or Skip/Step (Next) 7z buttons repeatedly.

  • Page 28: Dvd Playback

    DVD PLAYBACK Using a DVD’s Menu One of the unique features of the DVD system is that it offers a producer the opportunity to include a wide range of features on a disc, including multiple- language tracks; subtitles in a variety of languages; special information such as movie trailers and cast information;...
  • Page 29 PLAYBACK INFO Submenu: This submenu displays basic disc and playback mode information (see Figure 12). You may not make any changes to the items shown in this submenu, except for the Repeat mode. ■ Disc: This line displays the disc type, such as DVD-Video.
  • Page 30 DVD PLAYBACK DVD PLAYBACK Selecting the Audio Soundtrack Many DVDs contain more than one audio soundtrack. On many discs, you will find multiple languages, while others will offer a choice of different audio formats or mixes (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS), while some will also contain commentary from the director or stars or Descriptive Video Service content.

  • Page 31: Sacd And Cd Playback

    Many functions of the DVD 47 operate the same way for SACD and CD playback as for DVD play; however, there are some important differences. When an SACD or CD is loaded, the DVD 47 will automatically display the Player Information menu. Status banners are not available during SACD/CD play.

  • Page 32: Random Play

    SACD AND CD PLAYBACK the right and in the front-panel Information Display @ will change accordingly. The Time Search function enables you to start play- back at any point in the program. Use the ⁄¤ Navigation Buttons n to highlight the time display. Press the Numeric Keys S followed by the Enter Button t to select a new point in the track from which to commence play.
  • Page 33 MP3, WINDOWS MEDIA MP3, Windows Media and JPEG Playback The DVD 47 will recognize data from CD-ROM discs recorded in the MP3, Windows Media 9 (WMA) or JPEG formats, including images stored on Kodak Picture CDs. You may also play discs with more than one of the three formats.

  • Page 34: Mp3, Windows Media And Jpeg Playback

    MP3, WINDOWS MEDIA Enter Button J to open or close that folder. You may then navigate an open folder and select the desired folder. Press the Enter Button J to open the folder, and select the desired track. Then press the Play Button •...

  • Page 35: Vcd Playback

    VCD Playback VCD, a video playback format that predates DVD, is based on a different compression format than DVD and uses a recording method that is similar to CD. Although the DVD has, for the most part, replaced VCD as a for- mat, the DVD 47 offers VCD playback so that you may play your existing library of VCD discs, or home movies that you have recorded as VCDs on your computer.

  • Page 36: Programmed Play

    PROGRAMMED PLAY Programmed play allows you to select tracks on a CD for playback in a specific order, skipping tracks you don’t wish to hear and reordering other tracks to suit your tastes. To program a disc for playback, follow these simple steps: 1.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE Unit does not turn on • No AC power Disc does not play • Disc loaded improperly • Incorrect disc type • Invalid Region Code • Rating is above parental preset No picture • Intermittent connections •...

  • Page 38: Technical Specifications

    DVD 47 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Applicable Disc: Disc formats: 5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, standard-conforming DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, SACD ™ , VCD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW or MP3 discs Region code: DVD Video disc with Code 1 or 0 only DVD-Layers: Single side/single layer, single side/dual layer, dual side/dual layer Audio formats: DVD-Audio MLP lossless, SACD 2-channel or multichannel, Linear PCM, MPEG, Windows Media Dolby Digital or DTS Audio discs...
  • Page 40 ® 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com © 2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Part No. CQX1A1050Z...

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