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Chapter 2 - Connections Chapter 2 - Connections Connections Overview Before You Begin Adcom provides every conceivable connection to in- Before you begin connecting the GDV-870, it is recom- tegrate the GDV-870 with your home theater system. mended that you read all instructions, including the We recommend that you choose the best video and instructions for each device you plan to connect. audio options compatible with your particular dis- • DO NOT CONNECT THE GDV-870 POWER CORD play device an
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Composite/S-Video Connections Component/Progressive Scan Composite Video Connections Component/Progressive Scan Connections Composite video is used in nearly all consumer video Component video is the best available analog con- devices. We recommend using this output only when nection method to an HDTV display. If your display S-Video or Component Video inputs are not available. supports Progressive Scan or HD analog, the picture quality is even more impressive. 1 Using a standard video cable,
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Chapter 2 - Connections HDMI Connections 2-Channel Audio Connections About HDMI Connecting Analog Audio HDMI, or High Definition Multimedia Interface, is an Using the analog audio output allows the internal DSP advanced audio/video connection method that trans- and DACs to decode and convert the data from the fers full-bandwidth digital audio and video signals disc to analog signals. over a single cable. This output is used when connecting the player to As a result, digital signals can pass u
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5.1-Channel Audio Connections Digital Audio Connections Connections for 5.1-Channel Audio Playback Connecting Digital Audio To enioy high-resolution, multi-channel audio play- The GDV-870 features two digital audio outputs—one back, connect the six RCA jacks on the back of the coaxial and one optical—to send multi-channel Dolby GDV-870 to the 5.1 analog input on your preamp. Digital and DTS sound tracks from your DVD player to your AV preamp/surround sound processor. 1 Using six RCA cables
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Chapter 2 - Connections Remote IR Sensor Connections Control Connections Use the IR input jack to connect an external IR sen- sor to the GDV-870 if the unit is behind cabinet doors Trigger Connections or otherwise not visible to the remote. The 12V DC trigger provides a convenient way to power on your player in synch with the rest of your 1 Obtain a remote IR sensor. home theater system. • Choose a remote IR sensor from an electron- • Use the trigger input with your preamp to turn ics distr
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Turning on the Power Power Connections Setting this button to the on position (|) supplies power to the unit, enabling use of the Standby button When all connections are complete, you’re ready to on the front panel. When the main power switch is in check the voltage switch, plug in the power cable, the off position, current is cut off to the unit. and power on the GDV-870. 3 Turn on the main power switch. Checking the Voltage Switch • This switch effectively connects or dis- Before plugging
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Chapter 3 - Setup Chapter 3 - Setup Setup Overview The following is an overview of the GDV-870 Setup Menu, including: • Setup Menu navigation ...........................18 • Language settings .................................19 • Video settings ...................................... 20 • Audio settings ...................................... 21 • Rating settings ..................................... 23 • Miscellaneous settings ............................ 24 Language OSD language : English Su
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Setup Menu Navigation power eject Use the following remote control buttons to navigate title menu the Setup Menu. • Setup - Press the Setup button to display and display exit the Setup Menu. 1 2 3 • Arrows - Press the / buttons to move the S e t u p setup highlight up and down the list of menu items. 4 5 6 Press the / buttons to move the highlight left PBC and right. 7 8 9 • Select - Press the Select button to confirm your clear menu selections. HDMI C + 1 0 0 goto aspect S e l e c t
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Chapter 3 - Setup Language Settings Language OSD language : English Subtitle : English To access the Language Settings menu: Video DivX subtitle : Unicode (UTF-8) 1 Press the Setup button. Audio : English 2 Use the / buttons to select Language, then DVD Menu : English press the button. Audio 3 Use the / buttons to choose from the follow- ing menu items: Rating OSD Language Misc Sets the language for the GDV-870 Setup Menu and on-screen displays. • Use the / buttons to select En
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Video Settings Language Aspect Ratio : 4:3 View Mode : Auto Fit To access the Video Settings menu: Video TV System : NTSC 1 Press the Setup button. Video out : Component 2 Use the / buttons to select Video, then press 1 8 16 Brightness Audio the button. 1 8 16 Sharpness 3 Use the / buttons to choose from the follow- Rating HD Resolution : Auto ing menu items: HD Jpeg mode : Off Misc Aspect Ratio Sets the aspect ratio of the GDV-870 to match your display device. - Select “HD” if y
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GDV-870
High Definition
DVD-Audio/Video Player
User’s Manual
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Adcom GDV-870 You have made a wise choice that will reward you with exceptionally accurate video and audio reproduction for years to come. To realize the full potential of your new DVD player, please read these operating and instal- lation instructions thoroughly before attempting to make any connections to it. The GDV-870 is not only designed to reproduce the highest quality sound and picture but also to deliver the greatest possible value. It is our en
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Welcome Chapter 4 - Operations Introduction ………………………………………………… 5 Operations Overview ………………………………… 25 Unpacking the GDV-870 ……………………………… 5 Basic DVD Playback ………………………………………26 Key Features ………………………………………………… 5 Special Playback Features A to Z …………………27 Placing the GDV-870 …………………………………… 6 Audio CD Playback ………………………………………29 About the Remote Control ………………………… 6 MP3 Playback ………………………………………………29 Front Panel Overview ………………………………… 7 JPEG/Picture CD Playback ……………………
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Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Information • Read all the safety and operating instructions before con- FCC Part 15 This product has been tested and found to comply necting or using this unit. with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 • Retain this notice and the owner’s manual for future refer- of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason- ence. able protection against harmful interference when the product • All warnings on the unit and in i
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Chapter 1 - Welcome Chapter 1 - Welcome Introduction Key Features Congratulations on your decision to purchase the Video Features Adcom GDV-870 DVD player. The GDV-870 delivers a • HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) out- multitude of audio/video output options, including: put for full-bandwidth digital audio and video • Progressive scan 480p video with field-adaptive over a single cable deinterlacing from the component video output • Compatible with NTSC and PAL video hardware • Pure, a
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UM-4 UM-4 Placing the GDV-870 About the Remote Control Place the GDV-870 on a stable, vibration-free sur- The GDV-870 comes with a full-featured, prepro- face away from moisture and out of direct sunlight. grammed, ergonomically designed remote control. Your Adcom dealer will be pleased to show you many • For an overview of each remote button, see different types of audio/video equipment racks and page 8. cabinets. Inserting the Remote Batteries Be sure to leave sufficient room behind the rear
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Chapter 1 - Welcome Front Panel Overview The following is an overview of the GDV-870 front panel. � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 Standby button 4 Stop button Powers the GDV-870 on and off (Standby mode). Stops disc playback. • The rear panel power switch must be in the • Press the Stop button once to stop and on position
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1 Title button Remote Control Overview Displays the DVD title menu (if available). The following is a brief overview of the GDV-870 re- 2 Power button mote control buttons and their operations. Powers the GDV-870 on and off (Standby mode). • The rear panel power switch must be in the on position (|) for this button to function. power eject 3 Display button title menu Brings up the On-Screen Display. display • The On-Screen Display shows the disc type, 1 2 3 chapter/track number, elapsed/rem
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Chapter 1 - Welcome 13 Skip Prev/Next buttons 25 Step button Skips to the previous or next chapter (or track) Pauses playback and steps forward one frame during disc playback. at a time. 14 Zoom button Zooms in during playback. 26 Stop button Stops disc playback. 15 Program button • Press the Stop button once to stop and Programs a customized chapter or track or- hold playback at the current position. der. • Press the Stop button twice to reset play- back to the beginning of the disc. 16
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Rear Panel Overview The following is an overview of the GDV-870 rear panel. ���� ���� ����� ��� �� ������� ������������� ��������� ��������� � �� �� ��� �������� ����������������� ���� ���������������������� �������������� �������� ���� � �� �� ��� ����� ������� ���� � � � � � ����������� ������� 1 Digital audio output 8 12V DC trigger • Optical - Connects to the optical digital • Pass through - Connects to an external audio input of your AV preamp. device with a 12V DC trigger input (e.g. • C
