8C-AVE-903-01
020123AMK-H-O
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DVD PLAYER
PLATINA DVD
XD-DV520
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
En (English)
E (Español)
For assistance and information,
call toll free 1-800-BUY-AIWA.
(United States and Puerto Rico)
Model No.
Serial No. (Lot No.)
Owner's record
For your convenience, record the model number and serial
number (you will find them on the rear of your set) in the
space provided below . Please refer to them when you
contact your Aiwa dealer in case of dif ficulty .
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WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerousvoltage"withintheproduct'sen-
closurethatmaybeofsufficientmagnitudeto
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Theexclamationpointwithinanequilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presenceofimportantoperatingandmain-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the
literatureaccompanyingtheappliance.
PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely
before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating
Instructions for future reference.
All warnings and cautions
in the Operating Instructions and on the unit should be
strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below
.
Installation
1Water and moisture -- Do not use this unit near water
,
such as near a bathtub, sink, swimming pool, or the
like.
2 Heat -- Do not use this unit near sources of heat,
including heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that
generate heat. This unit should not be placed in
temperatures less than 5°C (41°F) or greater than 35°C
(95°F).
3 Mounting place -- Place the unit:
- on a flat , even surface
- away from strong magnetic fields
- at least one meter away from any radios or receivers
Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
4Ventilation -- The unit should be situated with adequate
space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured.
Allow a clearance of 10 cm (4 in.) from the rear and the
top of the unit, and 5 cm (2 in.) from each side.
-Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings.
- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight
rack where ventilation may be impeded.
-To avoid internal heat build-up, do not cover the
ventilation openings on the rear panel.
5 Foreign objects and liquid -- Be careful that foreign
objects or liquid do not enter the unit through the
ventilation openings.
6 Carts and stands -- The unit should
be moved with care when placed or
mounted on a stand or cart.
Sudden stops, excessive force, or an
uneven surface may cause the unit or
cart to fall over .
7Condensation -- Moisture may form on the pickup lens
when:
- This unit is moved from a cold spot to a warm spot
-A heating system has just been turned on
- The unit is used in a very humid room
- The unit is cooled by an air conditioner
When this unit has condensation inside, it may not
function normally . Should this occur , leave the unit for a
few hours, then try to operate again.
Electric power
1 Power sources -- Connect this unit only to power
sources specified in the Operating Instructions, and as
marked on the unit.
2AC power cord
-When disconnecting the
AC power cord, pull it out by
the AC power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.
- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as
this could result in fire or electrical shock.
- Power cords should be firmly secured to avoid being
severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular
attention to the cord from the unit to the power socket.
-Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension
cords beyond their capacity
, as this could result in
fire or electrical shock.
3When not in use -- Unplug the AC power cord from
the AC outlet if the unit will not be used for several
months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small
electrical current continues to flow into the unit, even if
the power is turned of f.
4 In case of lightning -- Immediately disconnect the
AC
power cord from the AC outlet.
Maintenance
Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating
Instructions.
Damage requiring service
Have this unit serviced by a qualified service technician if:
- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged
-A foreign object or liquid has entered the unit
- The unit has been exposed to rain or water
- The unit does not seem to operate normally
- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance
- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged
DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET AND ATTEMPT TO
SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.
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INTRODUCTION
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Features
DVD provides a completely new dimension in video
entertainment.
· Multi-language function*: You can select audio
soundtracks and subtitles.
· Multi-angle function*: You can select a viewing angle
of scenes shot from multiple camera angles and recorded
on the disc.
· Parental lock function*: You can prevent playback of
specified discs unsuitable for certain audiences.
* These functions dif fer depending on the DVD software.
High quality digital audio and images
· The linear PCM sound of a 96 kHz/24 bit creates audio
quality superior to that of audio CDs.
· Compatible with audio CDs, as well as DVDs
· MP3 playback
Accessory checklist
Remote control (1)
Battery (installed in the remote control) (1)
Audio/V ideo cord (1)
Operating Instructions
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Precautions ............................................................... 2
Before use ................................................................. 4
About symbols .................................................. 4
Supported disc formats .................................... 4
Disc-related terms .............................................. 5
Notes on copyright ............................................ 5
Handling discs .................................................... 6
Cleaning discs .................................................... 6
Storing discs ...................................................... 6
Handling the unit ................................................ 6
Cleaning the unit ................................................ 6
Remote control ......................................................... 7
Parts and controls .................................................... 8
Front panel ......................................................... 8
Remote control .................................................. 9
Display window ............................................... 10
Preparations
Connections ........................................................... 11
A Connecting to a TV only .............................. 12
B Connecting to a TV and an amplifier
with a Digital In jack ................................... 13
C Connecting to a TV and an audio
system ......................................................... 14
D Connecting to a TV and an AV receiver
equipped with a Dolby Digital (AC-3)
decoder ....................................................... 15
E Connecting to a TV and an AV receiver
equipped with a DTS decoder ................... 16
F Connecting to a TV and an AV
receiver with the Dolby Pro Logic
Surround system ....................................... 17
Connecting to a TV equipped with
an S-video jack .......................................... 18
Connecting to a TV or monitor with
component video input connectors ....... 19
Basic Operations
Playback ................................................................. 20
Still (Pause) ...................................................... 21
Frame advance ................................................ 21
Resuming playback ........................................ 21
Fast forward and reverse ............................... 22
Slow playback .................................................. 22
Skipping ........................................................... 22
Muting the sound ............................................ 22
On Screen Display (OSD) menu .................... 23
Detailed description of each OSD menu ...... 24
More Features
Search ..................................................................... 26
Title search ...................................................... 26
Chapter/track search ...................................... 27
Time search ..................................................... 27
Mark search ..................................................... 28
Zooming and changing the angle ........................ 29
Zooming the picture ....................................... 29
Changing the angle ......................................... 29
Random and repeat playback .............................. 30
Random playback ........................................... 30
Repeat playback .............................................. 30
Repeating a portion between two
specified points (A-B Repeat) ................. 31
Programmed playback .......................................... 32
Disabling OSD ........................................................ 33
Changing the audio track ..................................... 34
Displaying and changing subtitles ...................... 35
Playing back an MP3 disc .................................... 36
Notes on MP3 discs ........................................ 36
Glossary ........................................................... 36
Playing back an MP3 disc .............................. 37
Editing the MP3 Song Selection List ............ 37
Using the command box ................................ 38
As Necessary
Changing setup values ......................................... 40
Basic operations ............................................. 40
Language ......................................................... 41
Subtitle ............................................................. 42
TV aspect ......................................................... 42
Audio set .......................................................... 44
Digital out ......................................................... 45
Parental ............................................................ 46
On screen ......................................................... 47
Troubleshooting .................................................... 48
Specifications ........................................................ 49
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Please read the following before operating the unit.
About symbols
Although this unit can play DVDs, audio CDs or MP3 discs,
some of the functions are restricted dependent on the type
of disc.
The following symbols are used to make distinction.
Playback of MP3 discs is dif ferent from that of other kinds
of discs. For information about playing back MP3 discs,
see page 36.
:
Shows the function or the display for only
DVDs.
:
Shows the function or the display for only
audio CDs.
No symbols: The function works for DVDs and audio CDs.
Supported disc formats
This unit can play discs with the following marks only
.
DVD
(8 cm disc/12 cm disc)
Audio CD
(8 cm disc/12 cm disc)
This unit can play a DVD-R recorded in V
ideo mode.
In addition, this unit can play a CD-R or CD-R
W that
contains audio titles or MP3 files.
NOTES
· The unit can play DVD-R discs recorded in V
ideo mode
only . DVD-R discs recorded in VR (V ideo Recording)
mode cannot be played on the unit.
· Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment,
some DVD-R discs cannot be played on the unit even if
they have been recorded in V ideo mode.
· Some DVD-R discs cannot be played on the unit due to
scratches on the surface or warp, etc.
· Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment
or the CD-R/R W disc itself, some CD-R/R W discs cannot
be played on the unit.
· The unit cannot play the CD-R/R W discs that contain no
data, or contain dif ferent kinds of formatted data other
than MP3.
For more information about MP3, see page 36.
· Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled
side or the recorded side) of a disc.
· Do not use irregular shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or
octagonal). It may result in malfunctions.
Notes on color format
The materials for DVD discs are recorded in the P
AL and
NTSC color format.
Select DVDs recorded in NTSC color format.
Notes on DVDs
Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally
fixed by software manufacturers.
As this unit plays DVDs
according to disc content designed by the software
manufacturer , some playback features of the unit may not
be available, or other functions may be added.
Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs.
Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played
on the unit.
BEFORE USE
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Region code of the DVD player and DVDs
This DVD player is designed and manufactured for playback
of region "1" encoded DVD software.
The region code on
the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of player
can play those discs.
This unit can play only DVD discs
labeled "1" or "ALL". If you try to play any other discs, the
message "Invalid region disc" will appear on the
TV screen.
Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even
though their playback is prohibited by area limits.
Note on DTS-encoded CDs
When playing DTS-encoded CDs, excessive noise will be
exhibited from the analog stereo outputs.
To avoid possible
damage to the audio system, turn down the volume before
playing back such discs, adjust the volume gradually
, and
keep the volume level low . To enjoy DTS Digital Surround TM
playback, an external 5.1 channel DTS Digital Surround
TM
decoder system must be connected to the digital output of
the unit.
Disc-related terms
Title (DVD only)
The longest section of a picture or a musical piece on a
DVD, a movie for a picture piece on video software, or an
album for a musical piece on audio software. Each title is
assigned a title number enabling you to locate the title you
want.
Chapter (DVD only)
Sections of a picture or a musical piece that are smaller
than titles.
A title is composed of several chapters. Each chapter is
assigned a chapter number , enabling you to locate the
chapter you want. Depending on the disc, no chapters may
be recorded.
Track (audio CD only)
Sections of a musical piece on an audio CD. Each track is
assigned a track number , enabling you to locate the track
you want.
Notes on copyright
It is forbidden by law to copy
, broadcast, show , broadcast
via cable, play in public, or rent copyright material without
permission.
This product features the copy protection function
developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are
recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the
pictures of these discs on a VCR, the picture noise will
appear .
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.