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PHT-300X
Home Theater System
User’s Manual
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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 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
apparatuses (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, one wider than the other.
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the 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 the 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.
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 when the power supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, the apparatus does not operate normally, or the apparatus has
been dropped.
15. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
16. Do not expose apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquid
on the apparatus.
17. Only use apparatus with battery specified by manufacturer.
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Product Cautions
TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DANGER, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND INJURY WHEN
HANDLING YOUR HOME THEATER SYSTEM, PLEASE BE AWARE OF ALL
WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED BELOW.
Never spill any liquid of any kind on the system.
Never insert anything into any of the devices, where objects can come into
contact with high voltage nodes or damage internal components.
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Do not attempt to service the system yourself. Opening or removing covers
exposes high voltage nodes and other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Do not touch any of the devices during thunderstorms. Unplug the system
during thunderstorms or if it will not be used for extended periods. Failure
to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Before cleaning the system, turn it off and unplug it from the wall. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning. Never use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
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To prevent overheating and ensure reliable operation, place the system only
in a well ventilated location. Avoid cramped or inadequately ventilated
locations.
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Note: Read all safety and operating instructions before operating your new home theater
system.
CAUTION: Laser radiation when open. Do not stare
into beam.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Explanation of Warning Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electrical shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
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Conformity and Compliance
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception (this can be determined by turning the device off and on), the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution:
To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device, the user should use the shielded
signal cable and power cord supplied with the unit. The FCC warns that changes or modifications
of the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Radio Frequency Interference Statement
Warning:
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
UL Mark and Statement
This device is a UL Listed product. UL has found that representative samples of this
product met UL's safety requirements.
Canadian DOC Notice for Class B Computing Devices
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from a digital
apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Unpacking Your New Home Theater System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting Up the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connecting to Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting to a Display Using Composite Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting to a Display Using S-Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting to a Display Using Component Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting to an Audio System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operating the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Turning the System On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Inserting a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Adjusting the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Understanding the Readout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Bringing Up the On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Accessing the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Replacing the Remote Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
The On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Navigating Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Controlling Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Selecting the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Selecting the Subtitle Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Repeating Chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Repeating an Arbitrary Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Searching to a Specified Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Bookmarking Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Playing Video CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
The On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using Playback Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Navigating Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Controlling Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Repeating Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Repeating an Arbitrary Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Playing Audio CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
The On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Controlling Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Repeating Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Repeating an Arbitrary Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Searching to a Specified Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Bookmarking Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Playing Media on Data CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Controlling Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
The On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Navigating the Directory Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Repeating Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Manipulating Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using Slideshow Transition Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Table of Contents
Kodak Picture CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Configuring the Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Misc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Support Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Speaker System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your new Spectroniq Home Theater System!
Your new home theater system offers a wide range of features. In addition to playing video, it
can play music and photo CDs so you can listen to music or browse photo albums using your
television set.
With composite, S-Video, and component video outputs, you can connect the player to any
display. And progressive scan video output capability provides the highest video quality
available.
The included 300 watt, 5.1 channel surround sound speaker system gives you realistic 3D audio
for the most immersive movie experience.
Features
• 300 watt, 5.1 channel surround sound speaker system
• Fully compatible with DVD, DVD+R/RW, Audio CD, Video CD, Super Video CD, Kodak
Picture CD, CD-ROM, and CD-R/RW media
• Displays JPEG images stored on data CDs
• Plays MP3 files stored on data CDs
• 24-bit, 96kHz digital audio converters for high fidelity sound
• Dolby Digital surround sound
• Composite video output
• S-Video output
• Progressive scan component video output
• 5.1 channel audio output
• Digital coaxial and optical audio outputs
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Unpacking Your New Home Theater System
Before setting up your new home theater system, you
should unpack the contents of the box and check to make
sure everything is present and undamaged.
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To unpack the system:
1. Open the box. Remove the player and styrofoam pads.
2. Remove the styrofoam pads from the player. Remove the
remote from inside the right pad.
3. Remove the speakers from the box. There should be five
speakers and a subwoofer.
4. In addition to the player and speakers, the box should
contain the items indicated below. If anything is missing
or damaged, contact the seller immediately.
3 Speaker Cables
Remote Control
Audio/Video Cable
CLEAR
VIDEO SW
PBC
SEARCH
MENU
PROGRAM
SETUP
RETURN
ENTER
ANGLE
LANGUAGE SUBTITLE
TITLE
MUTE
STOP
PLAY/PAUSE
MASTER
VOLUME
PREV
NEXT
ZOOM
SLOW
STEP
AUDIO
REPEAT
A-B
DISPLAY
SHUFFLE
BOOKMARK
PHT-300X
Home Theater System
User’s Manual
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2 AAA Batteries
User's Manual
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Setting Up the System
The following is the procedure for setting up your home theater system, complete with 5.1
channel surround sound system.
To set up the system:
1. Set the player in its intended location.
2. Connect the five speakers to the five
AUDIO OUTPUT terminals on the back of
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Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
the subwoofer. For each speaker, connect
the wire with the white stripe on it to the –
terminal, and connect the other wire to
the + terminal. For example, for the center
speaker, connect the white-striped wire to
CEN– and the other to CEN+.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
2.1CH
SWITCH
5.1CH
AUDIO INPUT
L
R
To connect a wire, press down the tab,
insert the wire, then release the tab to
capture the exposed end of the wire.
AUDIO OUTPUT
FR–
FL–
FR+
FL+
ON
3. Using the speaker cables, connect the the
5.1 channel audio outputs on the back of
the player to the associated AUDIO INPUT
connectors on the back of the subwoofer.
The outputs on the player have the same
layout as the inputs on the subwoofer, but
rotated.
CEN–
SL–
SR–
CEN+
SL+
OFF
SR+
120V
You can also use the auxiliary input above
the 5.1 channel terminals (labeled L and R)
to connect a separate audio source to the
speaker system.
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Setting Up the System
4. Place the speakers as indicated below. For the best possible listening experience, all speakers
(except the subwoofer) should be placed at the same distance from the listening position.
• Subwoofer (SUB)—Place on the floor near the display
• Center speaker (CEN)—Place above or below the display, centered
• Front speakers (FL, FR)—Place on each side of and at an equal distance from the display, at
approximately 45 degrees from the listening position
• Side speakers (SL, SR)—Place on each side of and at an equal distance from the listening
position, facing the listening position at ear level
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OPEN/CLOSE PLAY/PAUSE STOP R/L
MIC VOL
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MIN
MAX
MIN
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Setting Up the System
5. Set the 2.1CH/5.1CH switch on the back of the
subwoofer to 5.1CH.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
2.1CH
SWITCH
5.1CH
6. Plug the subwoofer into a wall socket.
AUDIO INPUT
L
R
FL
FR
SW
SR
CEN
SL
AUDIO OUTPUT
FR–
FL–
FR+
FL+
ON
CEN–
SL–
SR–
CEN+
SL+
OFF
SR+
120V
7. Plug the player into a wall socket.
8. Install two AAA batteries (included) in the remote.
Ensure they are oriented as indicated in the battery
compartment.
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Connecting to Other Devices
Before using your home theater system for the first time, you will need to connect it to a display.
In addition, you may want to connect the player to a separate audio system.
Connecting to a Display Using Composite Video
Composite video, though the lowest quality of the three
video outputs on the player, is the most common format
VIDEO
and so can be found on just about any display.
R
AUDIO
To connect to a display using composite video:
L
1. Using the included audio/video cable (see the
accessories on page 2), connect one yellow RCA
connector to the composite video input on the
(OPTIONAL)
display, and attach the other yellow RCA connector
to the yellow video jack on the rear of the player.
2. (OPTIONAL) To connect the audio output to the
display as well, use the red (right) and white (left)
RCA connectors on the included audio/video cable to
connect the AUDIO jacks on the rear of the player to
the display’s audio input.
3. Select YUV as the Video Output setting under the
Video setup menu on the player (see “Configuring
the Player” on page 23).
SL
CEN
FL
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
4. Select the appropriate TV Shape and TV System
settings under the Video setup menu.
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Connecting to Other Devices
Connecting to a Display Using S-Video
S-Video provides better image quality than composite
video, but lower image quality than component video. It
is available on most displays.
VIDEO
R
Note: The pins used in S-Video connectors are fragile.
Use care when handling S-Video cables to avoid
bending or breaking pins.
AUDIO
L
(OPTIONAL)
To connect to a display using S-Video:
1. Using an S-Video cable, connect the S-VIDEO output
on the player to the S-Video input on the display.
2. (OPTIONAL) To connect the audio output to the
display as well, use the red (right) and white (left)
connectors on the included audio/video cable to
connect the AUDIO jacks on the rear of the player to
the display’s audio input.
3. Select S-Video as the Video Output setting under
the Video setup menu on the player (see
“Configuring the Player” on page 23).
SL
CEN
FL
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
4. Select the appropriate TV Shape and TV System
settings under the Video setup menu.
Connecting to a Display Using Component Video
The progressive scan component video output on your
DVD player provides the highest quality video
available.
VIDEO
Y
Pb
Pr
Note: To be able to use a component video
connection, your display must also support
progressive scan video.
AUDIO
R
L
To connect to a display using component video:
1. Use three RCA cables to connect the Y, Pb/Cb, and
Pr/Cr jacks on the rear of the player to the
corresponding component video inputs on the
display.
(OPTIONAL)
2. (OPTIONAL) To connect the audio output to the
display as well, use the red (right) and white (left)
connectors on the included audio/video cable to
connect the AUDIO jacks on the rear of the player
to the display’s audio input.
3. Select YPbPr as the Video Output setting under
the Video setup menu on the player (see
“Configuring the Player” on page 23).
SL
CEN
FL
P
P
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
4. Select the appropriate TV Shape and TV System
settings under the Video setup menu.
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Connecting to Other Devices
Connecting to an Audio System
There are several different outputs that can be used to connect to an external audio system: 5.1
channel analog, stereo analog, and digital.
To connect to an audio system using 5.1 channel
5.1 CHANNEL
AUDIO INPUT
AUDIO SYSTEM
SR
SL
analog audio:
SUB
FR
CEN
1. Use the three included speaker cables (see the
accessories on page 2) to connect the 5.1 channel
audio jacks on the rear of the player (from top left to
bottom right: SR—side right, SUB—subwoofer, FR—
front right, SL—side left, CEN—center, and FL—front
left) to the corresponding inputs on the audio
system.
FL
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
Note: If you are using the 5.1 channel audio
outputs to connect to a separate audio
system, you cannot use the included speaker
system.
To connect to an audio system using stereo analog
audio:
AUDIO SYSTEM
STEREO
AUDIO INPUT
L
Use two RCA cables to connect the AUDIO jacks on the
rear of the player to a stereo input on the audio system.
R
SL
CEN
FL
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
To connect to an audio system using coaxial digital
audio:
AUDIO SYSTEM
COAXIAL DIGITAL
AUDIO INPUT
1. Use a digital coaxial cable to connect the orange
coaxial output (to the right of the AUDIO jacks) on
the player to a coaxial S/PDIF audio input on the
audio system.
2. Select the appropriate Digital Output setting under
the More Aud setup menu on the player (see
“Configuring the Player” on page 23).
SL
CEN
FL
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
To connect to an audio system using optical digital
audio:
AUDIO SYSTEM
OPTICAL DIGITAL
AUDIO INPUT
1. Use a TOSLINK™ cable to connect the OPTICAL
output on the player to an optical S/PDIF audio input
on the audio system.
2. Select the appropriate Digital Output setting under
the More Aud setup menu on the player (see
“Configuring the Player” on page 23).
SL
CEN
FL
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
S-VIDEO OPTICAL OUTPUT
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Operating the System
Turning the System On and Off
Once the player is connected to a power outlet, turn the player on and off by pressing the power
button on the player.
When the power button on the player is on, you can also press the power button on the remote
to turn the player on and off.
To turn the speaker system on and off, use the ON/OFF switch on the back of the subwoofer.
Inserting a Disc
The receptacle for DVDs and CDs is located on the front of the player.
To insert a disc:
1. Press the eject button to open the receptacle.
2. Insert the disc, blank side down.
3. Press the eject button to close the receptacle. The player will begin to play the disc.
Adjusting the Volume
Use the MASTER VOLUME buttons on the remote to adjust the player’s output volume.
Use the VOLUME knob on the subwoofer to adjust the speakers’ output volume.
Use the BASS knob on the subwoofer to adjust the bass volume.
Use the BALANCE knob on the subwoofer to adjust the front/rear audio balance.
Understanding the Readout
The readout on the front of the player displays
VCD
information about the current disc and playback. The
D
MP3 PBC
following is a description of each of the indicators on the
readout.
Indicator
Indication
Number Display
DVDs, Audio CDs, Video CDs, MP3 CDs: The current playback
time
Picture CDs: The current image number
The current disc type:
MP3/VCD/DVD
• DVD—DVD or DVD±R/RW
• VCD—Video CD
• MP3—MP3 CD
The player is playing the current disc.
The current disc is paused.
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Operating the System
Indicator
Indication
PBC
Playback control is on (Video CDs). When playback control is
on, the Video CD’s menu will be available.
The player is in a repeat mode.
DTS multi-channel sound is enabled.
Dolby Digital multi-channel sound is enabled.
Bringing Up the On-Screen Display
The On-Screen Display (OSD) gives information about the current disc and playback. To bring up
the OSD, press the DISPLAY button on the remote.
Accessing the Setup Menu
The Setup menu allows you to configure the operation of the player. You can change video,
audio, and language settings, control access to mature programming, and configure other
general behavior. See “Configuring the Player” on page 23 for more information. To access the
Setup menu, press the SETUP button on the remote.
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Using the Remote Control
CLEAR
VIDEO SW
PBC
SEARCH
MENU
PROGRAM
SETUP
RETURN
ENTER
ANGLE
LANGUAGE SUBTITLE
TITLE
MUTE
STOP
PLAY/PAUSE
MASTER
VOLUME
PREV
NEXT
ZOOM
SLOW
STEP
AUDIO
REPEAT
A-B
DISPLAY
SHUFFLE
BOOKMARK
The remote control can be used to control every aspect of the player’s operation and includes
more functionality than the controls on the player itself.
The following is a list of all buttons on the remote and their functions.
Button
Function
Turns the player on and off
Opens and closes the disc receptacle
Erases an entry
Selects the video output used by the player: Component (YPbPr),
S-Video, or Composite (YUV)
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Using the Remote Control
Button
Function
When playing DVDs or Video CDs, turns off playback control to enable
playback sequence programming using the PROGRAM button. In
addition, when playback control is off, the player will skip the root menu
on a Video CD when the disc is inserted and begin playback with the first
track.
Used to enter numbers and navigate directly to a specified track (audio
CDs and Video CDs), chapter (DVDs), or photo (photo CDs)
Brings up the search display, which you can use to skip to a specified
location
Brings up the program display, which allows you to program playback
sequence
When playing a DVD, this button returns to the previous menu.
When playing a Video CD, turns playback control (menu play) on and off.
When playback control is on, any menu on the disc will display when the
player begins playing the disc, and the menu will be accessible by
pressing RETURN. When off, playback will begin with the first track, and
the menu will not be available.
When playing a DVD, this button returns to the menu. When viewing a
DVD menu, this button resumes DVD playback.
Brings up the Setup menu and pauses playback
Used to navigate menus and displays
Confirms the current selection or entry
Changes the filming angle when playing back a multi-angle DVD
Cycles through the available audio languages on a DVD
Cycles through the available subtitle channels on a DVD
Displays the title menu on a DVD
Mutes the audio
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Using the Remote Control
Button
Function
Adjusts the audio volume
Stops playback. Press twice to completely stop a disc.
When in normal play mode, this button pauses and resumes playback.
Returns to the previous chapter, track, or photo
Skips to the next chapter, track, or photo
Reverses DVD or CD playback. Pressing this button repeatedly cycles
through the reverse speeds.
Fast forwards the DVD or CD. Pressing this button repeatedly cycles
through the fast forward speeds.
Zooms in on the picture. Pressing this button repeatedly cycles through
the zoom levels.
Slows down the playback speed of a DVD. Pressing this button
repeatedly cycles through the available speeds.
Steps forward one frame at a time
Cycles through the available audio channels on a DVD. When playing
back an audio CD, this button cycles through stereo, mono (left channel),
and mono (right channel) playback.
Cycles through the available repeat modes
Marks an arbitrary section to be repeated
Brings up the On-Screen Display (OSD), which shows current playback
information
Plays the chapters (DVDs) or tracks (audio CDs and Video CDs) on a disc in
random order
Brings up the bookmark display, which allows you to save locations on
the current disc so you can return to them later
Note: If a circle with a slash through it appears upon pressing a button on the remote, it means
that the button you have pressed does not function in the current mode or for the disc in
the player.
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Using the Remote Control
Replacing the Remote Batteries
The remote requires two AAA batteries, which are held in a small
enclosure on the rear of the remote.
To replace the batteries:
1. Slide the cover off the bottom of the remote.
2. Remove the old batteries and replace them with the new
batteries. Ensure the batteries are oriented as indicated in the
enclosure.
3. Slide the cover back onto the remote.
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Playing DVDs
DVDs will play upon insertion. The player can perform all standard DVD playback and search
functions.
The On-Screen Display
The DVD OSD has five modes:
• Press DISPLAY once to show the current playback time.
• Press DISPLAY a second time to show the current title and chapter.
• Press DISPLAY a third time to show the current audio channel.
• Press DISPLAY a fourth time to show the current subtitle channel.
• Press DISPLAY a fifth time to show the current shot angle.
Navigating Menus
When in a DVD menu, use the arrow controls to navigate, and press ENTER to select an item.
Press MENU to return to the previous menu.
Controlling Playback
When playing a DVD, use the following keys to navigate:
Press to stop the DVD at the current location. Press a second time to stop the DVD
completely.
When the DVD is playing, press
to pause it.
to return to the previous chapter.
to skip to the next chapter.
Press
Press
Press to fast reverse the DVD. Press to fast forward the DVD. Repeated presses cycle through
the speed options: 2×, 4×, 8×, or 16×.
Press SLOW to play the video at a slower speed. Repeated presses cycle through the speed
options: ×1/2 and ×1/4.
Press
to return to normal play mode or to start playing the DVD again when it is stopped or
paused.
Press MENU to return to the DVD menu.
Selecting the Audio Channel
Press AUDIO to cycle through the available audio channels.
Selecting the Subtitle Channel
Press SUBTITLE to cycle through the available subtitle languages.
Repeating Chapters
Press REPEAT to cycle through the repeat options: the current chapter, the current title, and off.
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Playing DVDs
Repeating an Arbitrary Section
You can repeat an arbitrary section of video using the A-B button.
To repeat an arbitrary selection:
1. Press A-B to mark the beginning of the section to be repeated.
2. Press A-B again the mark the end of the section.
The section will begin repeating and will continue until you press A-B again.
Searching to a Specified Location
You can skip to a specified title and chapter or time using the SEARCH button.
To search to a chapter, title, or time:
1. Press SEARCH once to bring up the Search display.
2. Press and to select Chapter, Title, or Time.
3. Enter the desired location using the keypad on the remote.
4. Press ENTER to search to the specified location.
To exit the Search display without going to a location, press SEARCH once more.
Bookmarking Locations
You can save up to three locations on the CD and then jump to them later using the BOOKMARK
button.
To bookmark a location:
1. Press BOOKMARK to bring up the Bookmark display.
2. Select an empty bookmark by pressing and
.
3. Press ENTER.
To jump to a saved bookmark:
1. Press BOOKMARK to bring up the Bookmark display.
2. Select the desired bookmark by pressing and
.
3. Press ENTER.
To erase a bookmark:
1. Press BOOKMARK to bring up the Bookmark display.
2. Select the bookmark to be cleared by pressing and
3. Press CLEAR.
.
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Playing Video CDs
Video CDs can contain video or still images, such as photos. Your portable DVD player will play all
standard Video CD formats.
Upon insertion, the player will read and begin to play the CD.
If there is a menu on the CD, it will appear, allowing you to navigate through the tracks stored
on the CD. Otherwise, the player will begin playing the video back beginning with the first track.
If the CD contains still pictures, the player will display them as a slideshow.
The On-Screen Display
The Video CD OSD (press DISPLAY) shows the Video CD type, current track, current playback
time, and current time remaining.
Using Playback Control
Pressing MENU turns playback control (menu play) on and off.
When playback control is on, any menu on the disc will display when the player begins playing
the disc, and the menu will be accessible by pressing RETURN.
When playback control is off, playback will begin with the first track, and the menu will not be
available.
Navigating Menus
Press
and
to scroll through menu pages.
To view an item, enter its number on the keypad and then press ENTER.
Note: To view an item, the menu page containing the item must be visible before you enter the
item’s number.
Controlling Playback
Press
to move to the next track or image.
Press
to return to the previous track or image.
Press to fast reverse the video. Press to fast forward the video. Repeated presses cycle
through the speed options: 2×, 4×, 8×, or 16×.
Press SLOW to play the video at a slower speed. Repeated presses cycle through the speed
options: ×1/2 and ×1/4.
Press
Press once to stop playback. Press a second time to completely stop the disc.
Press to return to normal play mode or to start playing the disc again when it is stopped.
to pause the video or slideshow.
Press RETURN to return to the menu.
Repeating Tracks
Press REPEAT to cycle through the repeat options: the current track, all tracks on the disc, and
off.
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Playing Video CDs
Repeating an Arbitrary Section
You can repeat an arbitrary section of video using the A-B button.
To repeat an arbitrary selection:
1. Press A-B to mark the beginning of the section to be repeated.
2. Press A-B again the mark the end of the section.
The section will begin repeating and will continue until you press A-B again.
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Playing Audio CDs
Audio CDs will play upon insertion. All standard Audio CD navigation features are available.
The On-Screen Display
00:00:00
/Track01.CD
The Audio CD OSD displays a list of
tracks on the disc. Select a track and
press ENTER to play it back.
01/13
Track01
Filter
: Off
: Normal
Repeat
Mode
Track02
Track03
Track04
Track05
Track06
Track07
Track08
Press to access the options on the
right of the screen. Use and to
highlight an option, then press
ENTER to select or change it.
Music Playing
Controlling Playback
Press
to pause playback.
Press once to stop CD playback at the current location. Press a second time to stop CD
playback completely.
Press
Press
to return to the previous track.
to skip to the next track.
Press to fast reverse the audio. Press to fast forward the audio. Repeated presses cycle
through the speed options: 2×, 4×, 8×, or 16×.
Press
to return to normal play mode or to start playing the disc again when it is stopped.
To skip directly to a track, enter the track number on the keypad and then press ENTER.
Repeating Tracks
Press REPEAT to cycle through the repeat options: the current track, all tracks on the disc, and
off.
Repeating an Arbitrary Section
You can repeat an arbitrary section of audio using the A-B button.
To repeat an arbitrary selection:
1. Press A-B to mark the beginning of the section to be repeated.
2. Press A-B again the mark the end of the section.
The section will begin repeating and will continue until you press A-B again.
Searching to a Specified Location
You can skip to a specified time or track using the SEARCH button.
To search to a track or time:
1. Press SEARCH once to bring up the Search display.
2. Press and to select Track, Time (time in current track), or Disc Time (absolute time on
disc).
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Playing Audio CDs
3. Enter the desired location using the keypad on the remote.
4. Press ENTER to search to the specified location.
To exit the Search display without going to a location, press SEARCH once more.
Bookmarking Locations
You can save up to three locations on the CD and then jump to them later using the BOOKMARK
button.
To bookmark a location:
1. Press BOOKMARK to bring up the Bookmark display.
2. Select an empty bookmark by pressing and
.
3. Press ENTER.
To jump to a saved bookmark:
1. Press BOOKMARK to bring up the Bookmark display.
2. Select the desired bookmark by pressing and
.
3. Press ENTER.
To erase a bookmark:
1. Press BOOKMARK to bring up the Bookmark display.
2. Select the bookmark to be cleared by pressing and
3. Press CLEAR.
.
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Playing Media on Data CDs
Upon inserting an data CD, the player will begin playing any MP3, MPEG, or JPEG files stored on
the disc..
Controlling Playback
Press to stop playback.
Press
Press
Press
to pause playback, then again to resume playback.
to return to the previous file.
to skip to the next file.
The On-Screen Display
Press DISPLAY to bring up the OSD. It differs depending on the type of file being played.
• For MPEG files, the OSD displays the current file number, total files, and current playback
time.
• For JPEG files, the OSD displays the current file number, total files, and current file name.
• For MP3 files, the OSD displays the directory structure (see below).
Navigating the Directory Structure
The directory structure menu allows
you to navigate and playback the
01/13
Folder01
/
files on the current disc. When
playing MPEG or JPEG files, press to
bring up the directory structure.
When playing MP3 files, the
directory structure will display at all
times.
Filter
: Off
: Normal
Repeat
Mode
Folder02
Folder03
Folder04
Folder05
Folder06
Folder07
Folder08
JPEG Preview
Use the arrow controls to scroll
through the files on the disc, and
press ENTER to play back a file.
Press to access the options on the right of the screen. Use and to highlight an option, then
press ENTER to select or change it.
Repeating Tracks
Press REPEAT to cycle through the repeat options: the current file, all files on the disc, and off.
Manipulating Images
When displaying JPEG images, you can change the orientation of the image by pressing the
arrow keys:
• Up—Original orientation (0°)
• Left—Rotate 90°
• Down—Rotate 180°
• Right—Rotate 270°
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Playing Media on Data CDs
Using Slideshow Transition Effects
To change the transition effect used for JPEG slideshows, press ANGLE repeatedly to cycle
through the options:
• None
• Wipe Down
• Wipe Up
• Center In
• Center Out
• Vertical Blind
• Random
Kodak Picture CDs
Kodak Picture CDs behave the same as data CDs containing JPEG files. All the same functions and
menus are available.
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Configuring the Player
The Setup menu allows you to configure the operation of the player. You can change video,
audio, and language settings, control access to mature programming, and configure other
general display behavior.
To use the Setup menu:
1. Press the SETUP button to bring up the menu.
2. Once the menu appears, use the and buttons to navigate the sub-menus listed at the
side of the menu.
3. Press ENTER to enter a sub-menu. (Press repeatedly to leave a sub-menu.)
4. Press and to select an item.
5. Press the ENTER button to bring up a list of the available options.
6. Press and to select the desired option and then press ENTER to select it.
7. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu.
The following is a description of the contents of the Setup menu and their use.
Language
OSD language
Subtitle
: English
: English
: English
: English
Language
Video
This menu allows you to change
the language used by the player
for menus, audio, and subtitles.
Audio
DVD menu
Audio
OSD Language
Changes the language of the
Setup menu and the OSD,
which displays information
about the current media and
settings. The options are
Rating
Misc
English, French, and Spanish.
Subtitle
Changes the default language used for DVD subtitles. The options are English, French,
Spanish, Auto, and Off.
Audio
Changes the default language used for DVD audio. The options are English, French, and
Spanish.
DVD Menu
Changes the default language used for DVD menus. The options are English, French, and
Spanish.
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Configuring the Player
Video
TV Type
: 4:3
Language
Video
The Video menu allows you to
change display parameters for the
external display to which the
player is connected.
View Mode
TV System
Video Output
Smart Picture
: Auto Fit
: NTSC
: P-Scan
: Standard
Audio
TV Type
Rating
Misc
Selects the format used by the
display:
• 4:3—For 4:3 format displays.
• 16:9—For 16:9 format
displays.
View Mode
Sets the video display mode for the selected display type:
• Fill—Fills the entire screen by stretching the video image.
• Original—Displays the video as it was recorded. Depending on the disc, there may be
black bars along the top and bottom or the sides of the display.
• Auto Fit—Automatically fits the video to the screen format.
• Pan Scan—Uses pan and scan for 4:3 format displays, cropping the video so it fits the
screen.
TV System
Selects the video format used by the disc being played:
• NTSC—A format used primarily in North and Central America
• PAL—A format used in various parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, South America,
and the Middle East
• Automatic—Automatically detects the video format
Video Output
Sets the video output format used by the player:
• S-Video
• YUV (composite video)
• P-Scan (progressive scan component video)
Select the appropriate format for the output you are using.
Smart Picture
Optimizes the display for certain types of video:
• Standard
• Vivid
• Cool
• Personal
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Configuring the Player
Audio
Bass Management : Off
Language
Video
This menu configures the player for
your speaker setup.
Front Speakers
Center Speaker
: Large
: None
Surround Speakers : None
Bass Management
Audio
Subwoofer
: None
Turns bass management on and
off for better sounding bass.
Test Tones
: Off
Rating
Misc
Center Spkr Delay
Surr Spkr Delay
Digital Output
: No Delay
: No Delay
: RAW
Front Speakers
When bass management is
enabled, sets the size of the
front speakers: Small or Large.
Center Speaker
Turns the center speaker on and off. When bass management is enabled, this also allows you
to select the size of the center speaker: Small or Large.
Surround Speakers
Turns the surround speakers on and off. When bass management is enabled, this also allows
you to select the size of the surround speakers: Small or Large.
Subwoofer
Turns the subwoofer on and off.
Test Tones
Allows you to play a test tone through each of the speaker channels.
Center Spkr Delay
Delays the center speaker audio by up to 1.7 meters, in increments of one-third of a meter.
Surr Spkr Delay
Delays the surround speaker audio by up to 5.1 meters, in increments of approximately 1
meter.
Digital Output
Sets the digital audio output format to RAW or PCM or turns the output off.
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Configuring the Player
Rating
Parental control
: 8. Adult
Language
Video
The Rating menu configures access
to mature content, allowing you to
block mature content with a
password.
Set Password
Audio
Parental Control
Rating
Misc
Selects the content rating
above which a password will be
required:
• 1. Kid Safe
• 2. G
• 3. PG
• 4. PG-13
• 5. PG-R
• 6. R
• 7. NC-17
• 8. Adult
Set Password
Sets the password for parental control. To change the password, select Set Password, press
ENTER, enter the current password, and then press ENTER again. Then select Set Password
a second time, press ENTER, enter the new password, and then press ENTER again.
Misc
Language
Video
Use Default Settings
Screen saver : On
The Misc menu contains general
player settings that do not belong
in the other categories.
Audio
Use Default Settings
Resets the player to factory
settings. Select and press
ENTER, then select Yes to reset
or No to abort.
Rating
Misc
Screen Saver
Turns the screen saver on and off. When enabled, the screen saver will blank the screen after
a period of inactivity.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Cause
Resolution
Power does not
come on
Power cord not
securely connected
Make sure the power cable is firmly inserted into the
wall outlet.
Power outlet is off or Try plugging a different device into the outlet and
not working
see if it turns on. If not, check that the outlet is on or
use a different outlet.
Player main power is Ensure the power button on the player itself is on.
off
No picture
Player is off
Press the power button on the player to turn the
player on. Then, if needed, press the power button
on the remote.
No signal
Make sure the proper source is selected on the
external display. If there is still no picture, check the
signal cable(s) and ensure the player is on and
working.
Display is too dark Contrast or
Adjust the contrast and/or brightness to desired
setting on the display.
or too bright
brightness too low
or too high
Distorted image
Display format set
incorrectly
Check that the correct display format is selected in
the Setup menu (see “Video” on page 24).
Unclear or noisy
picture
Signal cable(s) not
securely connected
Make sure the signal cable(s) are firmly connected.
Radio interference
Check for any electronic devices nearby that might
be interfering with the video signal or the player’s
operation.
No sound
Audio cable(s) not
securely connected
Make sure the audio signal cable(s) are firmly
connected.
Audio muted
Unmute the audio by pressing the MUTE button on
the remote.
Subwoofer is off
Turn on the ON/OFF switch.
Speaker system
format set
Make sure the 2.1CH/5.1CH switch on the back of the
subwoofer is set correctly.
incorrectly
Audio settings set
incorrectly
Check the audio settings in the Setup menu (see
“Audio” on page 25).
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible Cause
Resolution
Distorted sound
Audio settings set
incorrectly
Check the audio settings in the Setup menu (see
“Audio” on page 25).
Speaker system
format set
Make sure the 2.1CH/5.1CH switch on the back of the
subwoofer is set correctly.
incorrectly
Audio cable(s) not
securely connected
Make sure the audio signal cable(s) are firmly
connected.
Remote control
not functioning
Battery inserted
improperly
Make sure the batteries are inserted and oriented
properly.
Battery low on
energy
Replace the batteries.
A button is stuck
Jog any stuck buttons on the remote to unstick
them.
Obstacle between
remote and player
Remove the obstacle.
The remote is too far Move closer to the player.
from the player
“Bad disc”
Unreadable disc
Ensure disc is not scratched or dirty. Clean and re-
displays upon disc
insertion
insert as necessary.
Disc format not
supported
Ensure the disc has a format compatible with the
player (see “Specifications” on page 29).
Note: Further troubleshooting information may be found on the Spectroniq website at
Support Information
Do not return this product to your retailer until you have performed the steps laid out in
“Unpacking Your New Home Theater System” on page 2 and contacted the customer
service center. Merchandise may not be returned to Spectroniq without a return form
authorization.
Before contacting Spectroniq customer service, please record the following information, which
may be found on the rear of your DVD player:
• Model Number
• Serial Number
The Spectroniq customer service center may be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at the
following number:
1-888-257-8899
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Specifications
General
Player Dimensions—in. (mm)
16.9 (430) W × 1.5 (38) H × 9.8 (250) D
Subwoofer Dimensions—in. (mm) 5.87 (149) W × 11.4 (290) H × 9.84 (250) D
Speaker Dimensions—in. (mm)
Weight
3.5 (90) W × 4.92 (125) H × 3.3 (85) D
19lbs
Playback Formats
DVD, DVD+R/RW, Audio CD, VCD, SVCD, Kodak Picture
CD, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, MP3, JPEG
1 × composite video (RCA)
1 × S-Video
Outputs
1 × progressive scan component video (RCA)
1 × digital coaxial audio (RCA)
1 × digital optical audio (TOSLINK)
1 × stereo audio (RCA)
1 × 5.1 channel audio (RCA)
AC110–230V, 50–60Hz
12W
0–60°C
5–45°C
10–90%
Power Input
Power Consumption
Storage Temperature
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Speaker System
Subwoofer Output Power
Subwoofer Frequency Response
Satellite Output Power
30W
85Hz–2kHz
5W
Satellite Frequency Response
200Hz–20kHz
Video
Sample Rate
Resolution
Display Resolution
S/N Ratio
54MHz
10 bits
500 lines
>56dB
Harmonic Distortion
<0.5%
Audio
Max. Sample Rate
96kHz
Resolution
24 bits
Frequency Response
S/N Ratio
±3dB, 20Hz–20kHz
>90dB
Dynamic Range
Channel Separation
Harmonic Distortion
>90dB
>75dB
<0.1%
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Limited Warranty
Spectroniq warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship under normal use for the period listed at the bottom of this document.
How to obtain service:
• Contact Customer Support at 1-888-257-8899. If the issue cannot be resolved over the
phone with troubleshooting techniques, you may be eligible for warranty service. All
warranties must be authorized by Spectroniq prior to service and will result in the issuance
of an authorization number for service.
• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice with product name,
model and serial number, which provides evidence that the product is within the warranty
period, must accompany the product to obtain warranty service.
This warranty does not cover:
• Physical or cosmetic damages.
• Damage caused by abuse and/or neglect.
• Ordinary adjustments as outlined in the owners manual that can be performed by the
customer.
• Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product.
• Any cost incurred in shipping the product for repair.
• Signal reception problems caused by external antenna, cable systems or interference.
• Incompatibility due to a change in TV/CATV broadcast systems after the product was sold.
• Batteries.
• Images burnt onto the screen.
• Initial installation and related adjustments.
• Power surge and/or damage by lightning.
• Force majeure or uncontrollable external force damage.
• Product shipped for service with inadequate packaging or packaging materials.
What we will do:
• Spectroniq will assess the product and cover all labor charges to repair your product.
• Spectroniq will provide new or, at our discretion, refurbished replacement parts required
to repair your product.
This warranty is void if:
• Product is used in a commercial application or rental.
• Damaged through misuse, negligence or abuse.
• Modified or repaired by anyone other than authorized Spectroniq service center.
• Damaged because it is improperly connected to any other equipment.
• If the original proof of purchase cannot be supplied.
• If the identifiable markings on the product, such as serial number, are defaced,
unrecognizable, or missing.
• The product is used outside the country in which it was originally sold.
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This warranty is non-transferable and only applies to the original purchase. Any implied
warranties, including the warranty of merchantability, are limited in duration to the period of
this expressed warranty and no warranty whether expressed or implied shall apply to the
product thereafter. Under no circumstance shall Spectroniq be liable for any loss or
consequential damage arising out of the use of this product. This warranty gives specific legal
right. However, you may have other rights that may vary from state/province to state/province.
Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusions of
consequential damage. Therefore these restrictions may not apply to you.
90 days Labor and Parts
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