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DVD-283
Compact Upconversion DVD Player with HDMI Output
Instruction Manual
Please read this manual carefully before operation.
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PRECAUTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the serial number that is located on the bottom of the unit. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. DVD-283 Serial No. 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 electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is i
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future refer- ence. 3. Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be ad- hered to. 4. Follow Instructions: All operating and usage instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning: For your safety, always unplug this product from the wa
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. Power-Cord Protection: Care must be taken to ensure that power supply cords are routed so as to avoid being damaged, such as by being walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. You should pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the product. 16. Protective Attachment Plug: The product may be equipped with an attachment plug with over- load protection. This is a safety feature. S
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 21. Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel if: a) the power-supply or plug is damaged in any way; b) liquid has been spilled or if objects have fallen or been introduced into the product; c) the product has been exposed to rain, water or other sources of moisture; d) the product does not operate nor- mally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are cov
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................................................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................6 ABOUT OPTICAL DISCS .........................................................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SETUP .............................................................................................................................................27 Language Settings .........................................................................................................................27 Display Settings .............................................................................................................................27 Speaker Settings ............................
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ABOUT OPTICAL DISCS Disc Requirements This DVD player supports playback of the following discs. Type Disc Mark Content Type Disc Size Max. Playback Time 133 min (SS-SL) 242 min (SS-DL) Audio + Video DVD-Video Discs (moving 12 cm picture) 266 min (DS-SL) 484 min (DS-DL) Audio Compact Discs Audio 12 cm 74 min (CDs) JPEG CDs -- Still Picture 12 cm -- This unit can play back CD-R and CD-RW discs that contain audio titles or JPEG picture files. Discs not listed above are not supported by this unit
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ABOUT OPTICAL DISCS DVD Region Codes DVD discs and DVD players are manufactured under a compulsory worldwide agreement, the DVD Regional Code System. DVD players will only operate with DVD discs encoded with the same corresponding Regional Code. Region Region Code 1 Canada, USA Europe (including Poland, Romania, Czech Republic), Japan, Middle East 2 (including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iran, South Africa) 3 East Asia (including Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea), Southeast Asia 4 Australia, Caribbea
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FEATURES • Progressive Scan DVD Player • Compact and Slim Design • Upconverts DVD video to near-HD quality for use with HDTVs (720p/1080i) • DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG Compatible • Dolby Digital Decoder • HDMI Output for Perfect Digital Signal Transmission to Home Theater Systems over a Single Cable • Digital and Analog AV Outputs for Home Theater Use • NTSC/PAL Compatible • Convenient On-Screen Display • Multiple Language, Subtitle, and Camera Angle Support • Picture Zoom Function •
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GETTING STARTED DVD-283 at a Glance Rear Panel Front Panel 10. AC Power Cord 1. Power Button 11. HDMI Out 2. Power Indicator 12. 2-Channel Audio Out: 3. Disc Tray L (Left Channel) 4. Open/Close Button R (Right Channel) 5. Remote Sensor Button 13. Coaxial Digital Audio Out 6. Previous/Reverse Button 14. Component Video Out (Progressive Scan - 480p) 7. Next/Forward Button 15. Composite Video Out 8. Stop Button (Interlaced - 480i) 9. Play/Pause Button 16. S-Video Out (Interlaced - 480i) 4
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GETTING STARTED Remote Control 1. Power/Standby 1 2 2. Open/Close 3. Display 3 5 4. Menu 4 5. Title 6. Numeric Keypad 6 7. Clear 7 8. Reverse 9. Forward 10. Play/Pause 9 8 11. Stop 10 11 12. Previous 12 13 13. Next 15 16 14. Slow 14 17 15. Repeat A-B 16. Repeat 18 17. Setup 19 21 Navigation Keypad (18-22) 20 22 18. Up / Volume + 19. Left 24 25 20. Down / Volume - 23 26 21. Right 27 30 22. OK (Enter) 28 29 23. Go To 31 32 24. Angle 25. Zoom 26. Step 27. PBC (Playback Control) 28. Audi
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GETTING STARTED The remote control transmits a directional infrared beam. Be sure to aim the remote con- trol directly at the infrared remote sensor during operation. The sensor may not be able to receive signals properly if the sensor is covered, if there is a large object between the remote control and the sensor, or if it is exposed to direct sunlight or a strong artificial light (e.g., fluorescent or strobe lights). If possible, change the position of the light source or reposition the u
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GETTING STARTED Composite Video or S-Video Connection The Composite Video and S-Video jacks of the DVD player are capable of outputting video at a resolution of 480i (480-interlaced). Connect only ONE type of video connection to your TV to avoid interference Connect the AC power cord to the wall outlet AFTER all other cables are connected. Coaxial Digital Audio 2-Channel Audio Center Front Left Front Right Amplifier with Subwoofer Digital Decoding Surround Surround Left Right Connect o
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GETTING STARTED • The DVD player is equipped with composite Audio/Video (AV) outputs located on the rear panel (yellow/red/white). Your TV will require at least one set of AV inputs. The supplied AV patch cable will connect your player’s AV outputs to your TV’s inputs. • If your TV does not have AV input jacks, you may need to purchase an RF modulator. • Depending on the model, the DVD player may be equipped with either 2-channel stereo or 5.1-channel surround sound outputs. Stereo or surroun
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GETTING STARTED Component Video Connection (Progressive Scan) The Component Video jacks of the DVD player are capable of outputting video at a resolution of 480p (480-progressive). 480p is the native format of DVD video. The Component Video connection must be enabled in the Setup menu prior to use. Please refer to the Setup section for more details. Green (Y) Blue (Cb) Red (Cr) Connect the AC power Connect only one type cord to the wall outlet of audio or video AFTER all other cables c
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GETTING STARTED HDMI Connection (Upconversion) HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new type of connection that transmits digital audio and video signals simultaneously over a single cable. The HDMI jack of the DVD player is capable of outputting upconverted DVD video at resolutions up to 1080i (1080-interlaced). Connect the player’s HDMI output to a TV with HDMI input (re- quired). The HDMI connection must be used for upconverted DVD video. The HDMI connection must be enabled
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GETTING STARTED Audio Connections Use only one of the following connections to avoid signal interference: 1. 2-Channel Stereo Audio Out 2. Coaxial Digital Audio Out Coaxial Digital Audio requires an amplifier with digital decoding capabilities. 2-Channel Stereo The DVD player is equipped with 2-channel Stereo (Composite) Audio outputs located on the rear panel (red/white). Connect the player’s audio outputs to a stereo TV (or optionally, a stereo amplifier). Component, Composite, or S-Vid
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GETTING STARTED Coaxial Digital Audio The DVD player is equipped with a Coaxial Digital Audio output located on the rear panel. Connect the player’s audio outputs to an amplifier with digital decoding capabilities (required). Component, Composite, or S-Video Connection Amplifier with Digital Decoding Coaxial Digital Audio To Coaxial Digital Audio Input of Digital Decoding Amplifier Center Digital Output can be output in Front Left Front Right two formats: Raw or PCM. For Subwoofer more
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GETTING STARTED Power Supply This unit should be used with 100-240V 50/60Hz AC wall outlets, only. Complete all system con- nections first before connecting the power. Do not connect the power plug to a power outlet other than that which is indicated h e r e a n d o n t h e l a b e l a s t h i s m a y r e s u l t i n t h e r i s k o f fi r e o r e l e c t r i c s h o c k . Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock. Power Management If the player will not b
