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DV-38A
Operating Instructions
DVD PLAYER


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CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF
THIS FINE PIONEER PRODUCT.
Pioneer is on the leading edge of DVD research for
consumer products and this unit incorporates the latest
technological developments.
We are sure you will be fully satisfied with the DVD
player.
Thank you for your support.
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.
[For U.S. model]
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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The serial number for this equipment is located on
the rear panel. Please write this serial number on
your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure
area. This is for your security.


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Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you
have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
· This player is not suitable for commercial use.


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Features of This Player
Compatible with DVD, Video CD
and CD formats
DVD, Video CD and CD discs that display the logos
shown below can be played back on PIONEER DVD
players. For more information on discs compatible with
this player, refer to the table below.
The disc format logos shown above are found on disc
labels or on disc jackets.
· To prevent malfunction, do not use an 8 cm (3 in.)
adaptor (for CDs).
· Discs other than the ones indicated above cannot be
played on this unit.
· DVDs that have incompatible region numbers, DVD-
ROM,DVD-RAM, and CD-ROM cannot be played on
this unit. The region number of the player can be
found on the rear panel.
*1 Playing recordable CDs
· Note that this unit cannot record onto recordable
discs.
· This unit can play music-use CD-R and CD-RW
discs. However, depending on the condition of
the CD-Recorder and the disc, you may find that
not all discs will play successfully. (For example,
if the disc is scratched or dirty, or if the player's
pickup lens is dirty.)
12 cm (5in.)/
single-sided
12 cm (5in.)/
double-sided
8 cm (3 in.)/
single-sided
8 cm (3 in.)/
double-sided
1 layer
2 layer
1 layer
2 layer
1 layer
2 layer
1 layer
2 layer
DVD-Audio
DVD-Video
Types of playable
discs and their marks
Diameter/
Playable sides
Playback time
Digital audio
Digital video
(MPEG 2)
133 min.
242 min.
266 min.
484 min.
VIDEO CD
CD
Digital audio
Digital video
(MPEG 2)
VIDEO CD
CD
41 min.
75 min.
82 min.
150 min.
VIDEO CD single
CD single
Digital audio
Digital video
(MPEG 1)
Max. 74
minutes
Digital audio
Digital video
(MPEG 1)
Max. 20
minutes
Digital audio
Max. 74
minutes
12 cm (5 in.)/
single-sided
8 cm (3 in.)/
single-sided
12 cm (5 in.)/
single-sided
8 cm (3 in.)/
single-sided
Digital audio
Max. 20
minutes
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DVD-Audio
DVD-Video
DVD-Audio
DVD-Video


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Smooth variable speed scanning in
forward and reverse directions
This player incorporates technology that enables smooth
playback of DVDs and Video CDs not only at different
speeds but also in both forward and reverse directions.
Control the direction and scanning speeds from 1/16
normal play speed to extremely quick scanning using the
MULTI DIAL on the remote control (page 53).
Wide range of DVD viewing options
Multi-Angle (page 40)
You can view scenes from different camera angles when
watching movies or other media with multiple angle
playback available.
Multiple Languages (page 42)
You can select the language on when watching movies
or other media that have multiple language and/or audio
soundtracks recorded on them.
Multi-Language Subtitles (page 43)
You can select a subtitle language or turn subtitles off
when watching movies or other media with subtitles
available.
This mark indicates this may not be possible with
certain discs.
Energy-saving design
This unit is designed to use less than 1 W of energy
when this player is in standby mode.
Audio
: 1
English
Dolby Digital
5.1CH
Audio
: 2
Spanish
HELLO
HOLA
Dolby Digital
5.1CH
HELLO!
HOLA!
Subtitle
:1 English
Subtitle
:2 Spanish
ANGLE
: 3/4
ANGLE
: 2/4
Answer a few questions
and have all the necessary
audio, video, and on-
screen language
adjustments set
automatically by the player
using the Setup Navigator
(page 21).
Audio1 Audio2
General
Language
Video
Setup Navigator
Move
Exit
SETUP
Select
ENTER
Setup using the Setup Navigator
Setup Navigator
Auto Start Off
Start
Superlative audio performance from
built in DVD-Audio, Dolby Digital*2,
DTS*3 and MPEG decoders
The 192kHz/24bit-compatible DAC inside the DV-38A
delivers breath-taking sound quality with DVD-Audio,
Dolby Digital and DTS discs.
The DV-38A is compatible with both 2-channel (192kHz/
24bit) and multi-channel (96kHz/24bit) DVD-Audio discs
thanks to its 5.1-channel audio outputs.
In addition, Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG decoders are
built-in so you can connect the DV-38A directly to an AV
amplifier with 5.1 channel inputs to enjoy cinema-like
surround sound.
525 line digital progressive-scan
component video output
Compared to standard interlaced video, progressive scan
effectively doubles the amount of video information fed
to your TV or monitor. The result is a stable, flicker-free
image. (Check your TV/monitor for compatibility with this
feature.)
For the very highest picture quality, try watching a movie
on DVD-Video on a progressive-scan compatible TV.
The DV-38A offers complete flexibility and compatibility
with all types of AV equipment with composite video and
S-Video outputs, as well as component video outs.
Digital Noise Reduction PRO
(Video Quality Enhancer)
This new type of DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) for
encoding video (called VQE or Video Quality Enhancer)
enables you to adjust the video settings on a more
detailed and exact level. There are three possible
settings to choose from. These include: TV (CRT),
Projector, and Professional. This technology can
remember which setting you've chosen and employ it at
the proper time.
Frame Search
The NTSC system displays pictures at 30 frames/
second. With this DVD player you can locate and display
a specific frame from anywhere on the disc.
Easy setup and adjustment using
on-screen menus
Press SETUP on the remote control to open the Setup
screen and you'll find setting up and adjusting the
system easy to do with on-screen menus conveniently
organized and arranged. Additionally, on-screen
information ( i ) appears to clarify the functions and
explain the options available.
*2 Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential
unpublished works.
© 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights
reserved.
*3 "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks
of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured
under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.