Venturer PVS3389 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your AC
power outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Portable Cart Warning
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the AC power cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
DISC FORMATS
The unit can playback
Audio CDs
DVDs
[8cm/12cm disc] [8cm/12cm disc]
Compatible
Region Management Information
Region Management Information: This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the
Region Management Information that is encoded on DVDs. If the region number printed on the
DVD does not correspond to the region number of this unit, it cannot play that disc.
The region number of this unit is 1.
Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available
When the symbol appears on the screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted
is not available at that time. This occurs because the DVD manufacturer determines the
specific functions of DVDs. Certain functions may not be available on some DVDs. Be sure to
read the documentation provided with the DVD.
Icons Used on DVDs
Sample lcons
Language selections for audio
Language selections for subtitles
Screen aspect ratio
Multiple camera angles
Region code indicator
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Note:
• When playing back a CD-G (Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio portion will be played,
but the graphic images will not be shown.
Title, Chapter and Tracks
• DVDs are divided into "titles" and "chapters". If
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the disc has more than one movie on it, each movie
would be a separate "title". "Chapters" are sections
Chapter1 Chapter2 Chapter3
of titles.
• Audio CDs are divided into "tracks". A "track" is
Track1 Track2 Track3
usually one song on an Audio CD.
Note:
• Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers
recorded on them, but some do not.
Notes on Unauthorized Discs
You may not be able to play some DVDs on this unit, particularly if they were purchased from
outside your geographic area or made for business purposes.
ACCESSORIES
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
• To order accessories visit website http://www.venturer.com
AC Power Adapter ........................................................................................................ x 1
Car Power Adapter ....................................................................................................... x 1
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CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE
1) LCD Screen 12) Cursor (
2) Built-in Rechargeable Battery Highlights selections on a menu screen
3) DC IN 9-12V Jack and adjusts certain settings.
4) AUDIO / VIDEO OUT Jacks PLAY Button
5) CHARGE / STANDBY(power off) / ON Starts or resumes playback of a disc.
Switch Confirms selections on a menu screen.
6) VOLUME Control STOP Button
Adjusts the volume. Stops playing a disc.
7) Headphone Jack PAUSE Button
8) Disc Door Pauses playback of a disc. Each time you
Close tray by pushing the disc door. press the
9) POWER ON Indicator advances one frame. Press the
10) CHARGING Indicator button to resume playback.
Charge the rechargeable battery before SEARCH Button
using it for the first time. The normal Press to perform fast reverse playback
charging time should be completed in on a DVD.
approximately 4-5 hours. The green Press and hold to perform fast reverse
charging light will go out when the battery playback on an Audio CD.
becomes fully charged. SEARCH Button
11) SETUP Button Press to perform fast forward playback
Opens and closes the SETUP menu on a DVD.
while in stop mode. Press and hold to perform fast forward
Adjusts Brightness, Panel Display or playback on an Audio CD.
Contrast of the LCD screen while in PREV Button
playback mode. Press to go back to the previous chapters
AUDIO Button on a DVD.
Selects one of the audio sound tracks Press and hold to skip to the previous
programmed on a DVD or selects the tracks/JPG pictures on an Audio CD/
audio output mode on an Audio CD. JPG disc.
SUBTITLE Button NEXT Button
Selects one of the subtitle languages Press to advance chapters on a DVD.
programmed on a DVD. Press and hold to skip to the next tracks/
MENU Button JPG pictures on an Audio CD/JPG disc.
Opens and closes the DVD menu.
POWER SUPPLY
A. Using the AC Power Adapter
The supplied AC power
adapter operates on AC
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AC Power
120V.
Adapter
To AC
Power
Outlet
Cautions:
• The AC power adapter included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other
equipment.
• When the unit is not going to be used for long time, disconnect the AC power adapter from
the AC power outlet.
• When the AC power adapter is plugged in, the apparatus is not completely disconnected
from the main power supply, even when the power is turned off.
Warning:
The AC power adapter is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily operable
during intended used. In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains completely, the
AC power adapter should be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.
B. Using the Car Power Adapter
The 12V car power adapter allows the unit to be used with vehicles that have a 12V, negative
ground electrical system.
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To Cigarette
WARNING:
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Disconnect the Lighter Socket
Chapter1 Chapter2
car power adapter
when not in use.
Not for use in 24V
Car Power Adapter
Track4 Track5 vehicles.
CAUTION: Fuse Replacement Instructions
For continued protection against
risk of fire, replace only with
same type and rating of fuse.
Cautions:
• Use the provided 12V car power adapter only. Use with other car power adapters could
damage the unit.
• The 12V car power adapter included with this unit is for its use only. Do not use it with other
equipment.
• In the interest of traffic safety, do not operate this unit or view videos while driving a vehicle.
• Make sure the unit is securely fastened to prevent it from falling or flying through the air in the
event of an accident.
• When the inside of the cigarette lighter socket is dirty with ashes or dust, the plug section may
become hot due to poor contact. Be sure to clean the cigarette lighter socket before use.
• After use, disconnect the 12V car power adapter from both the unit and cigarette lighter socket.
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C. Using the Built-in Battery
The unit has a built-in, non-replaceable, rechargeable battery. Charge the built-in battery before
using it for the first time. The normal charging time should be completed within 4-5 hours.
The green charging light will go out when the built-in battery becomes fully charged.
To Recharge the Built-in Battery
1 To AC power
outlet
AC Power
Adapter
2 To DC IN
9-12V jack
, , , ) Buttons
CHARGE STANDBY CHARGE STANDBY
3
Slide the switch
to CHARGE
Warnings:
• The built-in battery can only be recharged when the unit is in CHARGE mode while using
PAUSE button the picture the AC adapter.
PLAY • The built-in battery cannot be recharged when the unit is in power ON mode.
• Do NOT recharge the built-in battery in the vehicle using the car power adapter.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Notes:
• When the built-in battery power is low, "BATTERY LOW" will display on the screen and the
unit will stop playing.
• Recharge the built-in battery when you are ready to use it again.
• While using the built-in battery, the environmental temperature should be 41°F (5°C) to 95°F
(35°C).
• To get the longest service life of the built-in battery, charge at indoor-temperature.
• The built-in battery in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated.
Do not disassemble, heat above 212
• The unit should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
• When discarding the unit, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or
laws governing the disposal of such products must be strictly followed.
Turning on the Unit
1. Slide the CHARGE / STANDBY / ON switch on the left side of the unit
to the ON position.
2. The DVD logo (start-up picture) will appear on the screen.
3. After use, slide the CHARGE / STANDBY / ON switch to the STANDBY (power off) position.
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
A. Connecting a TV
• If your TV has Audio/Video inputs, you can connect the unit to your TV using Audio/Video
cables (not included).
2
To DC IN 9-12V Jack
TV
L
White
AUDIO IN
R
Red
VIDEO IN
Yellow
Watching a DVD on your TV
1. Turn on the unit.
2. Turn on the TV and follow the instructions included with it to play the DVD.
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
B. Using Headphones
• Turn down the volume before connecting, and
then adjust the level.
• When headphones are connected, no sound
2
To DC IN 9-12V Jack
will be emitted from the unit's speaker.
Caution:
Avoid listening to sound at levels which
Press and hold
may be harmful to your ears.
FUSE Press and hold
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby
Digital can reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio.
The unit automatically recognizes the Dolby Digital bitstream and provides a downmix suitable
for two-channel listening. An additional Dolby Digital decoder is required for reproduction of the
discrete multi-channel soundtracks available on many DVDs.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
'Dolby' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This owner's manual explains the basic instructions for operating this unit. Some
DVDs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during
playback. Therefore, this unit may not respond to all operating commands. THIS IS
NOT A DEFECT. Please refer to the instructions accompanying the specific DVD in
question for more information about the options available on that DVD.
" " may appear on the screen during operation. A "
operation is not permitted by the unit or disc.
Playing a Disc
1. Slide the CHARGE / STANDBY / ON switch on the left side of the unit to the ON position.
See CUSTOMIZING THE FUNCTION SETTINGS
4 Charging
2. Open the disc door.
light ON
3. Hold the disc by its sides and carefully place it onto the spindle with
the label side facing up, pushing gently until you hear a "click".
4. Gently push the disc door closed. It takes a short while for your unit
to load the disc. After loading, for most DVDs, the unit will automatically
start playing or take you to the main menu.
ON ON
5 Recharging is completed
5. If the unit does not automatically start playing the DVD, press the
when charging light goes out
PLAY button.
Pausing Playback (Still Mode)
Press the
Each time you press the
Stopping Playback
Press the
playback at the position where the disc was stopped, press the
If you press the
PLAY button will reset the DVD to the beginning.
Fast Forward / Fast Reverse
1. Press the SEARCH
the SEARCH
sequence: (For an Audio CD, press and hold the SEARCH
perform fast forward/reverse.)
o F (100 o C), or incinerate.
2x 2x
2. Press the
Notes:
• The DVD player mutes sound and subtitles during reverse and forward scan of DVDs.
• The fast playback speed may differ depending on the disc.
Skip (Forward / Reverse)
Press the
Press and hold the
Press the
CONNECTIONS
Press and hold the
Audio Selection
On some DVDs, the sound is recorded in two or more formats. Follow the directions below to
select the preferred language and sound system.
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
1. While a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button to show the current audio format number.
2. Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired audio format.
Notes:
• If only one audio format is recorded on the DVD, the number does not change.
White Red Yellow
To • Some DVDs allow you to change audio selections via the disc menu only. If this is the case,
AUDIO / VIDEO OUT press the MENU button and choose the appropriate language on the disc menu.
Jacks
• You can select different audio channels (Stereo, Mono Left, Mono Right or Mix-Mono) on an
Audio / Video Cable
(not included) Audio CD by pressing the AUDIO button repeatedly.
Subtitle Selection
1. While a DVD is playing, press the SUBTITLE button to display the current language setting,
as shown in the example.
LEFT SIDE OF UNIT
2. Press the SUBTITLE button repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language. You can
turn subtitles off by pressing the SUBTITLE button repeatedly until "
Notes:
• Some DVDs are set to display subtitles automatically, and you cannot turn them off even if
you set the subtitle function to off.
• During some scenes, the subtitles may not appear immediately after you select your desired
scene.
• The number of subtitle languages recorded differs depending on the disc. If only one language
Headphones
is recorded, the language does not change.
(3.5mm diameter plug)
• This function can only be used for discs on which subtitles have been recorded in multiple
languages.
• Some DVDs allow you to change subtitles via the disc menu only. If this is the case, press
SOUND SYSTEM
the MENU button and choose the appropriate subtitle on the disc menu.
Adjust the LCD Screen
You can adjust the Brightness, Panel Display or Contrast of the LCD screen in playback mode.
1. Press the SETUP button in playback mode.
2. Press the
3. Then press the
4. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu.
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PLAYING A DISC
" means that the desired
before proceeding to step 2.
PAUSE button. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button.
PAUSE button, the picture advances one frame.
STOP button at the location where you want to interrupt playback. To resume
PLAY button.
STOP button twice, the unit's memory will be cleared and pressing the
or SEARCH button when a DVD is playing. Each time you press
or SEARCH button, the playback speed changes in the following
or SEARCH button to
4x 4x 8x 8x 16 x 16 x 2x 2x 4x 4x 8x 8x
PLAY button when you reach the desired point to resume normal playback.
NEXT button to advance chapters on a DVD.
NEXT button to skip to the next tracks on an Audio CD.
PREV button to go back to the previous chapters on a DVD.
PREV button to skip to the previous tracks on an Audio CD.
Audio 1/3:Dolby D 2ch English Audio 1/3:Dolby D 2ch English
DVD
Subtitle 02/03:Spanish Subtitle 02/03:Spanish
" is displayed.
Subtitle Off Subtitle Off
button to select Brightness, Panel Display or Contrast.
/
/ button to change the setting.
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16 x 16 x