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DVD/VCD/CD PLAYER
DVF-S500
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
B60-5394-08 00 CH (Y) 0304
1 03.8.24, 11:10 PM
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2 Introduction DVF-S500 (Y) Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Before applying power Units are designed for operation as follows. U.S.- Military ............................................................... AC 110 - 240 V Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Safety precautions WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE CAUTION COVE
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Preparations 3 Introduction DVF-S500 (Y) Unpacking Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all the accessories are present. If any accessories are missing, or if the unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If the unit was shipped to you directly, notify your shipper immediately. Kenwood recommends that you retain the original carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the unit in the future. Keep this manual handy for future reference. Accesso
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4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. DVF-S500 (Y) Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before 10. Lightning – For added protection for this appliance during a operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and instructions. These s
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Preparations 5 Special features and Contents DVF-S500 (Y) Special features This document classifies the applications of each feature using the following marks. : Description of a feature that can be used with DVD. : Description of a feature that can be used with CD. : Description of a feature that can be used with VCD. Higher video quality than S-VHS video and LaserDisc Higher audio quality than music CD On screen Display (OSD) MP3 and JPEG files playback You can play file which is taken by Digi
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Contents 6 Discs information DVF-S500 (Y) Types of playable discs The system using this unit does not only play music from CD but can also play the discs listed below to offer you high-quality entertainment of video of movies and live concerts. CD VCD DVD Playable Disc (VCD Ver.2.0, SVCD*) (CD-R, CD-RW) (DVD VIDEO) Logo mark on disc Disc size 8cm 8cm 8cm 12cm 12cm 12cm Played sides One or both One or both One side only One side only One side only One side only Approx. 41 min. Approx. 133 min.
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Preparations 7 Region Codes DVF-S500 (Y) Every player of this model has a certain region code assigned to it based on the country where the player is used. When the player is used to play back DVD VIDEO discs, it can only play the DVD VIDEO discs carrying the region codes matching the region code of the player. The region code for this player is described on the rear panel of the player. Region codes in the world The DVD players are given a region code according to the country or area it is mar
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8 Video formats DVF-S500 (Y) TV formats of major countries The TV picture display and disc signal systems can be TV Format Major Countries & Areas divided roughly into two TV formats (NTSC and PAL). Japan, Taiwan, Korea, USA, Canada, NTSC Mexico, Philippines, Chile, etc. They are variable depending on countries and areas. China, U.K., Germany, Australia, New PAL Zealand, Kuwait, Singapore, etc. (For Europe and Australia) This unit has a function for changing the video format according to the TV
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Preparations 9 Important items DVF-S500 (Y) Maintenance Maintenance of the unit In regard to contact cleaner When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for agents may cause discoloration. they may deform the plastic component. Reference Disc handling precautions Never play a cracked or
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10 System Connections DVF-S500 (Y) Make connections as shown below. When connecting the related system components, re- fer also to the instruction manuals of the related com- Malfunction of microcomputer ponents. If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even though Caution: all connections have been made properly, reset the microcomputer Do not plug in the power lead until all connections are com- referring to "In case of difficulty". ° pleted. Connecting to a TV with video (com
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Preparations 11 System Connections DVF-S500 (Y) Connecting to an Amplifier ( KAF-S500 ) and TV with video (composite) input terminal For playback of DTS audio, please connect an Digital Surround Amplifire(KAF-S500) or an AV receiver which can decode DTS by digital connection. TV VIDEO OPTICAL OUT Digital Surround Amplifier (KAF-S500) Y CB CR 1 2 OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT COMPONENT VIDEO (PCM/BIT STREAM) OUT AUDIO Audio cord Optical cable Select "ANALOG", "SPDIF/STREAM" or "SPDIF/PCM" for "AUDIO OUT"
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12 Controls and indicators DVF-S500 (Y) TITLE indicator CHAPTER indicator PROGRESSIVE indicator TRACK indicator VIDEO indicator HOUR indicator PBC indicator MINUTE indicator PLAY/PAUSE indicator SEARCH indicators SECOND indicator 38 TITLE CHAP TRACK HOUR MIN SEC 1¡ RESUME PROGRESSIVE RESUME indicator PROG. VIDEO PBC PROGRAM indicator RANDOM DVD VCD REPEAT 1ALLA-B CD MP3 RANDOM indicator Character information DVD indicator REPEAT indicators VCD indicator display section REPEAT CD indicator REPEA
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Preparations 0 0 13 Operation of remote control unit DVF-S500 (Y) & 1 $ SET UP key ^~£ 1 POWER ( ) key $∞ 2 2 DIMMER key @ % AUDIO key • 3 3 P.MODE key ¤ ^ MULTIPLEX key • * 4 & OPEN/CLOSE key • 4 REPEAT key ªº 5 * Numeric keys ¶ 5 CLEAR key ¤ 6 RANDOM key ‡ ( MENU key ∞ 6 ( 7 TOP MENU/P.B.C key ) ON SCREEN/DISPLAY key 7 ¶ ∞‹ 8 ¡ STEP( ) key § 8 Cursor Up (5), Down (∞), Left (2) and Right (3) keys ™ 1¥¡ keys § 9 ) ^~£ £ A-B key º 0 ¢ ZOOM key fl ENTER key ^~£ 7 6 ¡ ! 9 RETURN key $ ∞ BOOKMARK ke
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14 Set Up functions Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) Preparation for Set Up 1 Press the POWER key. 2 Set TV Format according to the connected TV type. While no disc is inserted, hold the 7 (Stop) key (Initial Settings 8) MAIN UNIT REMOTE on the main unit depressed and keep pressing the ¢ (Skip) key on the remote control. Each MAIN UNIT REMOTE time these keys are being held down, the set- ting changes as follows. ¢ 1 MULTI (NTSC/PAL switchable) + 2 NTSC 3 PAL Set up menu The SETUP functions are the
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Preparations 15 Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) AUDIO SETUP AUDIO OUT This selects the format of the audio output from the OUTPUT terminal. ¶ If you select "ANALOG" from the SETUP menu, Audio signal will be output from "AUDIO OUT" jacks on rear panel. If you select "SPDIF/STREAM" or "SPDIF/PCM" from the SETUP menu, Audio signal will be output from "DIGITAL OUTPUT" jack on rear panel.(cannot output both signals simultaneously) ANALOG Choose this when connecting AUDIO OUT terminals t
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16 Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) Select Audio Language $ Select Subtitle Language$ 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- mote. mote. 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- mote to select the LANGUAGE SETUP, then mote to select the LANGUAGE SETUP, then press the ENTER key to access the sub fea- press the ENTER key to access the sub fea- tures tures 3 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the
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Preparations 17 Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) Select Disc Menu Language$ Select OSD Language$ 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- mote. mote. 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- mote to select the LANGUAGE SETUP, then mote to select the LANGUAGE SETUP, then press the ENTER key to access the sub fea- press the ENTER key to access the sub fea- tures tures 3 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞)
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18 Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) SelectTV Display(ASPECT)$ Select Picture Mode $ 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- mote. mote. 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- mote to select the VIDEO SETUP, then press mote to select the VIDEO SETUP, then press the ENTER key to access the sub features the ENTER key to access the sub features 3 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the remote 3 Pr
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Preparations 19 Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) Select TV Mode $ Select Audio Output % 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- mote. mote. 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- mote to select the AUDIO SETUP, then press mote to select the VIDEO SETUP, then press the ENTER key to access the sub features the ENTER key to access the sub features 3 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the remot
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20 Set Up functions DVF-S500 (Y) Select Downmix mode % Select Audio DRC % 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- 1 During stop mode, press SET UP key on the re- mote. mote. 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- 2 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the re- mote to select the AUDIO SETUP, then press mote to select the AUDIO SETUP, then press the ENTER key to access the sub features the ENTER key to access the sub features 3 Press Cursor up/down (5/∞) keys on the remote 3 Press Cu
