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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM
EX-A1
Consists of CA-EXA1 and SP-EXA1
EX-P1
Consists of CA-EXP1 and SP-EXP1
LVT1284-002A
[J]
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No.
which are located either on the rear,
bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
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IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION -- F button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off
completely (the STANDBY lamp goes off).
The F button in any position does not disconnect
the mains line.
· When the system is on standby, the STANDBY
lamp lights red.
· When the system is turned on, the STANDBY
lamp goes off.
The power can be remote controlled.
CAUTION
· Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by
a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be
able to get out.)
· Do not place any naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on the apparatus.
· When discarding batteries, environmental problems
must be considered and local rules or laws governing
the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
· Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping
or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are
no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation
when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid
direct exposure to beam.
4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL,
PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT.
For Canada/pour le Canada
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQUAU FOND.
For Canada/pour le Canada
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED
THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE
EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET
OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING
EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED "DIGITAL
APPARATUS", ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES
LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES
APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMIRIQUES DE
CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE
MATERIEL BROUILLEUR: "APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES", NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE
MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC
which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Warnings, cautions and others
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Introduction
Introduction
Warnings, cautions and others....................G-1
Special cautions ..............................................2
About discs......................................................3
Description of parts .........................................5
Getting started
Using the remote control .................................6
Putting the batteries in the remote control .......... 6
Operating the TV using the remote control......... 7
Connecting up .................................................8
Basic operations
Playing discs .................................................12
Playback ........................................................... 12
To switch the display ........................................ 13
Select what you want to play by using
the number buttons....................................... 14
To stop playback............................................... 14
To pause playback............................................ 14
To advance picture frame-by-frame.................. 14
Fast reverse/Fast forward search ..................... 14
Playing back from a position 10 seconds
before (One Touch Replay) .......................... 15
Slow Motion Playback....................................... 15
Skip to the beginning of the selection ............... 15
To change the brightness of the
display window (DIMMER)............................ 16
Adjusting the volume ........................................ 16
Adjusting sound quality..................................... 16
Turning off the sound temporarily (MUTING) ... 16
Advanced operations
Playing MP3 and JPEG discs........................16
Resume Playback .........................................18
Select the scene to be played .......................19
Program Playback/Random Playback...........20
Repeat Playback ...........................................22
Other convenient functions............................24
Selecting the subtitles....................................... 24
Selecting the audio language ........................... 24
Selecting a view angle ...................................... 24
Enlarging the picture (ZOOM)........................... 25
Adjusting the picture quality (VFP) ................... 25
Creating realistic sound
(VIRTUAL SURROUND) .............................. 26
Adjusting playback level (DVD LEVEL) ............ 26
Enjoying better pictures (PROGRESSIVE)....... 26
Functions specific to DVD AUDIO................. 27
Playing the Bonus Group...................................27
Browsable Still Pictures (B.S.P.) .......................27
Using the menu bar .......................................28
Preferences ...................................................29
Country/Area codes.......................................31
Listening to radio
Listening to a radio broadcast .......................32
Tuning in to a preset station ..........................33
Convenient functions
Listening to the sound of
other audio device .....................................34
Auto Standby.................................................34
Sleep Timer ...................................................35
Tray Lock.......................................................35
Using AV COMPU LINK ................................36
Reference
Troubleshooting.............................................37
Language codes............................................38
Specifications ................................................39
How to read this manual
· Operations are described by mainly using the
remote control buttons. If there are the same
marks on the main unit, the buttons on the main
unit can also be used.
· The following marks tell you for which type of the
discs the operation can be made.
· The illustrations and TV screens may be different
between the actual case and the description.
· "VCD" is an abbreviation of "Video CD".
· "SVCD" is an abbreviation of "Super Video CD".
Table of contents
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Important cautions
Installation of the system
· Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot
nor too cold; between 5°C and 35°C (between 41°F
and 95°F).
· Leave sufficient distance between the system and the
TV.
· Do not use the system in a place subject to vibration.
Power cord
· Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
· A small amount of power is always consumed while
the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.
· When unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet,
always pull on the plug, not the power cord.
To prevent malfunctions of the system
· There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If anything
goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your
dealer.
· Do not insert any metallic object into the system.
· Do not use any non-standard shape disc (like a heart,
flower or credit card, etc.) available on the market,
because it may damage the system.
· Do not use a disc with tape, stickers, or paste on it,
because it may damage the system.
Note about copyright laws
Check the copyright laws in your country before
recording from DVDs, Super Video CDs (SVCDs), VCDs
and CDs. Recording of copyrighted material may infringe
copyright laws.
Note about copy guard system
DVDs are protected by copy guard system. When you
connect the system to your VCR directly, the copy guard
system activates and the picture may not be played back
correctly.
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Safety precautions
Avoid moisture, water and dust
Do not place the system in moist or dusty places.
Avoid high temperatures
Do not expose the system to direct sunlight and do not
place it near a heating device.
When you are away
When away on travel or for other reasons for an extended
period of time, disconnect the power cord plug from the
wall outlet.
Do not block the vents
Blocking the vents may damage the system.
Care of the cabinet
When cleaning the system, use a soft cloth and follow the
relevant instructions on the use of chemically-coated
cloths. Do not use benzene, thinner or other organic
solvents including disinfectants. These may cause
deformation or discoloring.
If water gets inside the system
Turn the system off and disconnect the power cord plug
from the wall outlet, then call the store where you made
your purchase. Using the system in this condition may
cause fire or electrical shock.
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When condensation or water drops adhere to the lens
In any of the following cases, condensation or water
drops may adhere to the lens to prevent the system from
working properly:
· Immediately after roomheating starts
· When the system is installed in a steamy or damp
space
· When the system is suddenly moved from a cold place
to a warm space
In any of these cases, leave the system turned on for 1 or
2 hours before use.
Check to be sure you have all of the supplied
accessories.
The number in parentheses is the quantity of the pieces
supplied. If anything is missing, contact your dealer
immediately.
· Remote control (1)
· Batteries (2)
· FM antenna (1)
· AM loop antenna (1)
· Power cord (1)
· Composite video cord (1)
· Speaker cords (2)
· Cloth (for wiping and cleaning the speaker cabinet) (1)
(only for EX-P1)
Notes on handling
Paste
Sticker
Label sticker
Supplied accessories
Special cautions
· Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "MLP Lossless", and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
· "DTS" and "DTS 2.0+DIGITAL OUT" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
· This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents
and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
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Introduction
About discs
This system has been designed to play back the following
discs:
DVD VIDEO, DVD AUDIO, VCD, SVCD, CD
This system can also play back the following discs:
· Finalized DVD-R/RW discs recorded in the DVD
VIDEO format.
· CD-R/RW discs recorded in the following formats
- Music CDs (finalized discs)
- VCDs
- SVCDs
- MP3/JPEG discs recorded in ISO 9660 (for details, refer
to "About MP3/JPEG discs ")
However, some discs may not be played back because of
their disc characteristics, recording conditions, or
damage or stain on them.
Only sounds can be played back from the following discs:
MIX-MODE CD
CD-G
CD-EXTRA
CD TEXT
Discs you can play:
* Note on Region Code
DVD players and DVD VIDEOs have their own Region
Code numbers. This system can only play back a DVD
VIDEO recorded with the Region Code number and
video format mentioned above.
If a DVD VIDEO with an improper Region Code
number is loaded, "REGION CODE ERROR!" appears
on the TV screen and playback cannot start.
· On some DVD VIDEOs, DVD AUDIOs, VCDs or SVCDs,
their actual operation may be different from what is
explained in this manual. This is due to the disc
programming and disc structure, not a malfunction of
this system.
Discs that cannot be played back
· The following discs cannot be played back:
DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW (recorded in VR
format), CD-ROM, CD-I (CD-I Ready), Photo CD,
SACD, etc.
Playing back these discs will generate noise and
damage the speakers.
Damaged discs and discs in an extraordinary shape
(other than a disc of 12 cm or 8 cm (43/4 inches or 31/8
inches) in diameter) cannot be played back.
About MP3/JPEG discs
Playable MP3/JPEG discs and files
· Discs recorded in the ISO 9660 format are playable
(except discs recorded in the "packet write" format
(UDF format)).
· Discs recorded in the multi-session format are also
playable.
· Files with an extension of ".mp3," ".jpg" or ".jpeg"
(extensions with uppercase and lowercase letters
mixed are also acceptable) are playable.
Notes on MP3/JPEG discs and files
· A disc may not be played, or reading it may take a long
time depending on its recording conditions or
properties.
· The time needed for reading varies with the number of
groups or tracks (files) recorded on the disc.
· If a character other than single byte English characters
is used in the file name of an MP3/JPEG file, the track/
file name will not be displayed correctly.
· The order of tracks/groups displayed on the MP3
Control screen, and the order of files/groups displayed
on the JPEG Control screen may be different from that
of files/folders displayed on PC's monitor screen.
· An off-the-shelf MP3 disc may be played in an order
different from that indicated on the label attached to
the disc.
· Playing an MP3 file including a still image may take a
long time. The elapsed time is not displayed until
playing starts. If playing starts, the elapsed time may
not be displayed correctly.
· This system does not handle the ID3 tag of the MP3
file.
· For an MP3 file, a disc with a sampling frequency of
44.1 kHz and transmission rate of 128 kbps is
recommended.
· This system can play a baseline JPEG file, excluding
monochromatic JPEG files.
· This system can play JPEG data taken with a digital
camera conforming to the DCF (Design Rule for
Camera File System) standard (when a function is
applied such as the automatic rotation function of a
digital camera, data goes beyond the DCF standard,
so the image may not be displayed).
· If data has been processed, edited and restored with
PC image editing software, the data may not be
displayed.
· This system cannot play animations such as MOTION
JPEG, or still images (TIFF etc.) other than JPEG, and
image data with sound.
· The resolution of 640 x 480 pixels is recommended for
JPEG files. If a file has been recorded at a resolution
of more than 640 x 480 pixels, display may take a long
time. An image with a resolution of more than 8192 x
7680 pixels cannot be displayed.
· Files recorded on DVD-R/RW discs cannot be played
back.
Playable disc types
Disc
Type
Mark (Logo)
Video
Format
Region Code
Number
*
DVD
VIDEO
NTSC
1/ALL
DVD
AUDIO
----
VCD
NTSC
--
SVCD
NTSC
--
CD
--
--
CD-R
--
--
CD-RW
--
--
A UDIO
Examples:
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