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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 1
T531
DVD / CD / MP3 Player
Owner’s Manual
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 2 Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION THIS DVD RECEIVER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM. TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE, SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION-SEE SERVICE PROCEDURE. USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDUR
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 3 Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Identification of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 4 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL MENU button SKIP buttons POWER button and indicator ARROW buttons PAUSE button Disc tray PLAY button Remote sensor Display window OPEN / CLOSE button SELECT / ENTER button STOP button SCAN buttons DISPLAY WINDOW PROGRAM indicator Operating status indicator RANDOM indicator CD indicator Repeat playback mode indicators DVD indicator MP3 CD DVD TITLE CHP/TRK PROG. RANDOM ALLAB GB Total playing time / MP3
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 5 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REAR PANEL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks TO TV (SCART) jack TV SYSTEM SELECT Switch Refer to explanation below VIDEO OUT jack OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack Remove the dust protection cap from the connector and S-VIDEO OUT jack connect the optical digital cable (not supplied) firmly so that the configurations of both the cable and the connector match. Keep the dust protection cap and alway
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 6 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL You will find instructions for each of the remote control function in the appropriate sections of this instruction manual POWER button OPEN/CLOSE button A-B button REPEAT button POWER OPEN/CLOSE RANDOM button SETUP button SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM ANGLE button SUBTITLE button AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND SOUND button AUDIO button TITLE MENU * MENU button *** TITLE button ** ARROW buttons SELECT/ENTER b
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 7 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL Insert the batteries into the remote control so you can use it to operate the DVD player. 1 Open the battery cover 2 Insert batteries (AAA size) • Make sure to match the + and - on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment. 3 Close the cover NOTES ON BATTERIES • Improper use of batteries may cause battery leakage and corrosion. •To operate the remote control correctly,
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 8 Introduction NOTES ON DISCS This section shows you how to handle, clean and store discs. ON HANDLING DISCS • Do not touch the playback side of the disc. • Do not attach paper or tape to discs. ON CLEANING DISCS • Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the centre outward with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean. • If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a sli
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 9 Connections CONNECTING TO THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ENJOYING DOLBY DIGITAL SOUND You can enjoy the high quality dynamic sound of Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and 2 Channel Digital Stereo. DOLBY DIGITAL Dolby Digital is the surround sound technology used in theatres showing the latest movies, and is now available to reproduce this realistic effect in the home. You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs by connecting the DVD player t
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 10 Connections CONNECTING TO THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ENJOYING DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND SOUND If your A/V receiver has a Dolby Pro Logic decoder, refer to the following connection diagram. DIGITAL AUDIO Connect one or two rear speakers. OUT OUT L Note: The surround effect is greatly enhanced by COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO R using two surround speakers TO TV COMPONENT PAL AUTO OPTICAL VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT OUT OUT NTSC To VIDEO OUT To AUDIO OUT Vide
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 11 Connections CONNECTING TO THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ENJOYING 2 CHANNEL DIGITAL STEREO SOUND You can enjoy the dynamic sound of 2 Channel Digital Stereo by connecting this DVD player to a receiver equipped with a digital audio input and speaker system (right and left front speakers). Connection example 75 ohm coaxial cable or optical cable Receiver equipped with a digital audio input. To digital audio input To S-video input or Video input S-Video cable
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 12 Connections CONNECTING TO A STEREO SYSTEM S-video cable TO S-VIDEO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OUT COAXIAL L DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO R TO TV COMPONENT PAL AUTO OPTICAL VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO NTSC OUTPUT OUT OUT If the TV has an S-video input, connect the DVD player with the S-video cable. To AUDIO OUT (L/R) To VIDEO OUT To S-video input To video input Video cable (supplied) TV or monitor with audio/visual inputs To audio inputs of the amplifier Audio cable (suppli
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 13 Connections CONNECTING TO A TV To SCART 21-pin SCART cable (not supplied) VIDEO OUTPUT SELECT switch DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OUT L For using SCART’s RGB signal, set the VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO R OUTPUT switch to COMPONENT or for using TO TV COMPONENT S-VIDEO OUT jack, set the VIDEO OUTPUT PAL AUTO OPTICAL VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO NTSC OUTPUT OUT OUT switch to S-VIDEO To AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT To S-VIDEO OUT Audio/Video cable (supplied) To 21-pin SCART s
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 14 Initial Settings SELECTION OF INITIAL SETTINGS Once the initial settings have been completed, the player can always be operated under the same conditions (especially with DVD discs). The settings will be retained in the memory until they are changed, even if the power is switched off. SELECTION OF INITIAL SETTINGS 1Press SETUP in the stop or playback mode. The SETUP menu is displayed. POWER OPEN/CLOSE Original Disc Audio Disc Subtitle English SETUP R
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 15 Initial Settings SELECTING DISC LANGUAGE This is to select the audio soundtrack language, subtitle language and the language used in title menus or DVD menus which will always be used for every disc to be played back. When you play back a DVD video disc, the DVD player automatically displays the pre-selected subtitle language if it is included on the disc. 1 At the setup screen, press to select “Disc Audio” and POWER OPEN/CLOSE press Disc Audio Origi
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 16 Initial Settings SELECTING RATING LEVEL AND PASSWORD This is to prohibit the playing of specified DVDs which are unsuitable for children. • Some DVD discs contain a restriction level which enables parents to remove scenes or prevent playback of discs by children. DVD players are equipped with a password designed to prevent children from changing the level. SELECTING RATING LEVEL (DVD ONLY) POWER OPEN/CLOSE 1 At the SETUP screen, press to select “Rati
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 17 Initial Settings SELECTING RATING LEVEL AND PASSWORD SETTING YOUR PASSWORD (DVD ONLY) If you change the rating level to 7 or lower, you must enter a 4-digit password to prevent playback of discs with higher ratings. 1 At the SETUP screen, press to select “Password” and press New Disc Audio Disc Subtitle — — — — POWER OPEN/CLOSE Disc Menu Rating Password SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM TV Aspect Menu Language AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Progressive Scan Digita
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 18 Initial Settings SELECTING TV ASPECT Select the appropriate screen type according to your TV set; conventional size screen (4:3) or wide-screen (16:9). 1 At the SETUP screen, press to select “TV Aspect” and press 4:3 Letterbox Disc Audio Disc Subtitle 4:3 Panscan POWER OPEN/CLOSE Disc Menu 16:9 Wide Rating SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM Password TV Aspect AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Menu Language Progressive Scan TITLE MENU Digital Audio Output 5.1 Speaker
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 19 Initial Settings SELECTING MENU LANGUAGE Selects language for SETUP menus and displays on the TV.. 1 At the SETUP screen, press to select “Menu Language” and press English Disc Audio Disc Subtitle Spanish Disc Menu French Rating German POWER OPEN/CLOSE Password Italian TV Aspect SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM Menu Language Progressive Scan AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Digital Audio Output 5.1 Speaker Setup TITLE MENU Others 2Press to select the desired Langua
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T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 20 Initial Settings SELECTING DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Digital Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use. 1 At the SETUP screen, press to select Digital Audio Output and press DOLBY /PCM Disc Audio DIGITAL Stream/PCM Disc Subtitle POWER OPEN/CLOSE Disc Menu PCM Rating SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM Password TV Aspect AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Menu Language Progressive Scan TIT
