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6-Disc Multi-DVD Player
ENGLISH
Owner’s Manual
XDV-P9
[For U.S. and Canadian models]
This product conforms to CEMA cord colors.
[Other area models]
This product conforms to new cord colors.
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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion— and, most importantly, without af
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For U.S. and Canadian Models About This Product Video System of a Connected Component This product is compatible with the NTSC system. When connecting other components to this product, be sure components are compatible with the same video systems. If it is not, images will not be correctly reproduced. Precaution: • This product is incompatible with the PAL system. Refer to “Video System of a Connected Component” on page 3 for explanation of other area models video system. Important The serial nu
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Contents Be sure to read this. Disc (DVD/Video CD/CD) Playback ........ 19 - Working with the Menu Screen Discs Compatible with this Product ............ 9 Chapter and Track Advance/Return ............ 20 Disc Operation ............................................ 10 - Skipping to the Next Chapter/Track - Returning to the Previous Dear Customer .............................................. i Chapter/Track For U.S. and Canadian Models .................... ii - Specifying Title/Chapter/Track Abo
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Operating with the Information Others ....................................................51 Display 1 of a Video CD .................... 33 The Remote Control Operation - Searching for a Desired Scene, Mode Switch ........................................ 51 Starting Playback from a - Using it as a Multi-Channel AV Specified Time Master Unit Remote Control - Selecting Repeat Range - Using it as a Navigation System - Selecting Audio Output Remote Control Operating with the Information Operatin
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Before Using Before Using Before Using This Product About This Product [For European models] • This product complies with the EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC) and CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC). Video System of a Connected Component [For models except U.S. and Canadian models] This product is NTSC/PAL system compatible. When connecting other components to this product, be sure components are compatible with the same video systems. If it is not, images will not be correctly reproduced. Ab
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Before Using To Ensure Safe Driving WARNING • To avoid the risk of accident and the potential violation of applicable laws, this product is not for use with a video screen that is visible to the driver. • In some countries or states the viewing of images on a display inside a vehicle even by persons other than the driver may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be obeyed. This product detects whether your car’s parking brake is engaged or not, and prevents you from watching a DVD
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Before Using Precaution • A “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT” label is affixed to the bottom of the player. [For European models] CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT • Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and precautions. • Always keep the volume low enough for outside sounds to be audible. • Protect the product from moisture. • If the battery is disconnected, the preset memory will be erased and must be repro- grammed. In Case of Trouble Should this product fail to operate properly, contact
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Before Using Condition Memory This function memorizes audio language, subtitle language and picture mode settings made during disc playback for up to 30 discs. Without any special operations, the final setting details during playback of a disc are memorized. The next time a disc is played, the previous settings are automatically applied. Note: • With some discs, audio language and subtitle language are automatically specified, in which case condition memory does not function. • When the number o
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Before Using Key Finder The remote control and remote sensor are sold separately, although they may be pro- vided with this product in certain areas. q Joystick/ENTER button !1 PLAY/PAUSE (6) button w Small joystick/STOP (7) button !2 REVERSE (1) button e SOURCE button (For AV Master Unit) !3 SUBTITLE button r TOP MENU button !4 AUDIO button t VOLUME (For AV Master Unit) !5 RETURN button y MENU button !6 Remote control operation mode switch u DISPLAY button !7 POWER button i ANGLE button !8 Numb
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Before Using Using the Remote Controller This product is equipped with a remote controller for convenient operation. • Point the controller in the direction of the signal reception on the color display (sold separately) to operate. • When the controller is not in use, attach it firmly to the provided mounting base. Precaution: • Do not store the remote controller in high temperatures or direct sunlight. • The controller may not function properly in direct sunlight. • Do not let the remote contro
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Before Using Discs Compatible with this Product Features of This Player Compatible with DVD, Video CD and CD Formats DVD, Video CD and CD discs that display the logos shown below can be played back on this player. For more information on discs compatible with this player, refer to the table below. Disc types and logos Diameter/Playable sides Playback time DVD VIDEO Digital audio/Digital video (MPEG 2) 12 cm (5 in.)/single-sided 1 layer 133 min. DVD VIDEO 2 layer 242 min. 12 cm (5 in.)/double-sid
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Before Using Precaution: • Playback of DVD-Audio, DVD-R and CD-ROM discs is not possible. This player can only playback discs bearing the marks shown on page 9. • Use the optional 8 cm (3 in.) disc tray to play 8 cm (3 in.) discs. Never use a commercially available 8 cm adapter as this will damage the player. • DVDs that have incompatible region numbers (see page 62) cannot be played on this player. The region number of the player can be found on the rear panel. The illustration below shows the
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Before Using Disc Organization DVD On DVD-Video discs, the contents are divided into titles which are in turn divided into chapters. With video material, a single work (movie etc.) usually corresponds to a single title, with different scenes corresponding to separate chapters. With karaoke discs, one song corresponds to one title. However, some discs are not organized like this, so bear this in mind when using the Search function. Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 DVD Video
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Before Using Main Features of This Product You can play back DVDs, Video CDs (PBC compatibility) and CDs. Repeat Play You can enjoy different kinds of repeat play. Still Image & You can view still images or playback of one frame at a Frame-By-Frame Playback time. Slow Motion Playback Slow motion playback is possible. Multi-Aspect Switching between Wide screen, Letter box and Panscan display is possible. Cinema/Animation/Standard You can switch among these three modes for the best pic- Mode Switc
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Before Using Care of Discs and Magazines Precaution • This product is designed for use with conven- tional, fully circular discs only. Use of shaped discs are not recommended for this product. • Check all discs before playing and discard cracked, scratched or warped discs. • Wipe dirty or damp discs outward from the cen- ter with a soft cloth. • Avoid touching the recorded (iridescent) surface when han- dling discs. • Store discs in their cases when not in use. • Keep discs out of direct sunligh
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Before Using Loading Discs Loading discs in the magazine and loading the magazine in the unit. Loading Discs You can load up to six discs in the magazine. Refer to page 9 to confirm the type of disc you can use with this unit. LOCK button 1 While pressing the LOCK button, pull out the tray. 2 Load a disc. Load with the recorded side (the iridescent side) facing down. With double-sided discs, load with the side you want to watch facing down. 3 Replace the tray. When Using 8 cm (3-inch) Discs Do n
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Before Using Loading the Magazine Load in the direction indicated by the arrow. 1 Slide the OPEN lever to the right. The front door opens. 2 Load the magazine in the direction indicated by the arrow. 3 Close the front door. 15
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Before Using Removing the Magazine EJECT button 1 Slide the OPEN lever to the right. The front door opens. 2 Press the EJECT button. 3 Remove the magazine. 4 Close the front door. • Do not put your fingers in the magazine tray as this may lead to incorrect operation and damage to the player. • If the label on the magazine is coming off or wrinkled up, it may damage the eject mechanism, and in some cases, the magazine may not be ejected. Therefore, remove a damaged label com- pletely before use.
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Basic Operations Basic Operations Switching Power ON/OFF Switching Power ON When Using the IP-BUS Mode Operate after confirming the Operation mode switch is set to DVD (or AVM). (See page 7.) Press the SOURCE button. Press repeatedly until DVD is selected, and the disc starts play- ing. With a head unit other than a Multi-Channel AV Master Unit (e.g. AVM-P9000R, AVM- P9000), operation with this remote control is not possible. For details, refer to the “Function Compatibility Chart”. (See page 53
