Matsui PL607 Operation & User’s Manual

User Guide Playable Disk Format: DVD/VCD/CD/CD-R/CD-RW English

Portable DVD Safety Warings................................................................................ 5 Precautions..................................................................................................... 6 Selecting the type of disc for the type of TV connected................................................ 7 Using the Battery Pack........................................................................................8 Chapter 1. DVD 1-1 DVD Playback.............................................................................................10 Basic Playback..........................................................................................................................10 Stopping Playback and Returning to The Menu Screen (If a Menu Is Available on The Disc)............................... 10 Stopping Playback......................................................................................................................11 Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse)...................................................................................................... 11 Skipping Ahead or Back to Chapters.................................................................................................11 Still Picture (PAUSE).................................................................................................................... 11 Repeat Viewing.........................................................................................................................12 1-2 Convenient functions..................................................................................12 Displaying Scene Information........................................................................................................ 12 Changing Audio Soundtrack Language............................................................................................. 12 Hide or Display Subtitles.............................................................................................................. 13 Changing Subtitle Language......................................................................................................... 13 Viewing From Another Angle................................................................................. .........................13 To Mute the DVD Player............................................................................................................... 14 Using a DVD Menu......................................................................................................................14 Using the Menu Function............................................................................................................. 14 Chapter 2. Audio CD 2-1 Audio CD Playback..................................................................................... 15 Basic Playback..........................................................................................................................15 Stopping Playback..................................................................................................................... 15 Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse)...................................................................................................... 15 Skipping Ahead or Back to Tracks................................................................................................... 16 Pause Playback......................................................................................................................... 16 2-2 Information [Audio CDs]................................................................................16 Displaying the Information of the Playing Track..................................................................................16 Chapter 3. Special Functions 3-1 Playing Kodak Picture CDs........................................................................... 17 Basic Playback..........................................................................................................................17 Slide Show................................................................................................................................17 Thumbnail Mode........................................................................................................................ 18 3-2 Playing JPEG picture CDs.............................................................................19 Basic Playback..........................................................................................................................19 File Manager............................................................................................................................ 19 Thumbnail Mode........................................................................................................................ 20 Table of Contents

Chapter 4. Setup 4-1 Language Setup........................................................................................ 21 On Screen Display (OSD) Language Setting....................................................................................... 21 DVD MENU Language Setting........................................................................................................ 22 AUDIO Soundtrack Language Selection [DVD].................................................................................... 23 SUBTITLE Language Selection [DVD]................................................................................................ 24 4-2 Screen Setup............................................................................................25 TV Type Setting.........................................................................................................................25 TV System Setting......................................................................................................................26 Video Out Setting......................................................................................................................27 4-3 AUDIO Setup............................................................................................ 29 Digital Out Setting.................................................................................................................... 29 Analog Out Setting.....................................................................................................................30 4-4 Custom Setup........................................................................................... 31 Parental Control Setting [DVD]...................................................................................................... 31 Password Setting [DVD].............................................................................................................. 32 Angle Mark Setting [DVD]............................................................................................................ 33 Default Setting......................................................................................................................... 34 4-5 LCD Setup............................................................................................... 35 Panel Setting........................................................................................................................... 35 Color Setting............................................................................................................................35 Brightness Setting..................................................................................................................... 36 Panel Close Setting.....................................................................................................................36 Chapter 5. For Your Reference 5-1 Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 37 5-2 Disc Handling and Maintenance.................................................................... 38 5-3 Definition of Terms................................................................................... 39 5-4 Specifications......................................................................................... 40 NOTICE: You may experience distortion on image when using a new battery for the first time or using a battery that has not been used for a long time. In this case, recharge the battery. This is a normal characteristic for batteries, which is NOT a defect.

U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Region Management Information This unit is designed and manfactured to respond to the Region Management Information recorded on DVD discs. If the region number of a disc does not correspond to the region number of this unit, it will not be able to play the disc. The region number of this product is 2. Icon used on DVDs (example) Region code indicator Screen aspect ratio Stereo sound format DVD length Languages Never make or change connections with the power switched on. Safety Information Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

Follow Instructions – All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed and warnings adhered to. Screen Burn ATTENTION! Please note that some programmes are broadcast with a logo that will appear in the corner of your TV screen. Some of these logo’s can be very bright and may cause damage by permanently marking the logo on the scrren. To prevent this, avoid leaving channels displaying a logo for a prolonged periods of time, particularly when the TV is not being watched. Car Use – If this product is used in a motor vehicle it must be operated in a manner that will not cause distraction to the driver. It is advised that this product is installed in the rear of the vehicle only. Make sure that it it always securely fastened before use. Never place the product in a position where a sudden stop will cause it to become dislodged. Standby - The standby button on the remote control doesn’t switch off the DVD completely and the DVD will continue to draw electricity from the mains supply. Therefore in the interests of safety and to avoid unnecessary energy consumption, never leave your DVD in standby while unattended for long periods of time (eg. overnight, while on holiday or while out of the house) and make sure the unit is unplugged from the mains power supply. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Accessories – Do not use accessories not recommended in this instruction book as they may be hazardous. Water and Moisture – Hazard of electric shock. Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moist situations. Objects and Liquid – Never allow objects of any kind or liquids to be pushed/spilled into this product through openings as they may come into contact with dangerous voltage or other hazards. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit. Condensation – Moisture will form in the operating section of the player if the player is brought from cool surroundings into a warm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, the player’s performance will be impaired. To prevent this, let the player stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make sure that the room temperature rises gradually. Condensation may also form during the summer if the player is exposed to the breeze from an air conditioner. In such cases, change the location of the player. Placing or Moving – Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. Power Cord Protection – Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to plugs and the point from which the cords exit the product. Lightning – For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including batteries, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into the product. c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) If the product does not operate normally even if you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operating condition. e) If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorised substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order. Ventilation -To ensure proper ventilation and proper operation, never cover the unit with a cloth or other material and make sure there is a gap of at least 10mm around the outside of the unit. Naked flames - Keep the unit away from naked flame sources such as fire and candles, etc and do not place naked flames on the unit. Important Warning A DVD player is a Class 1 laser product, however this player uses a visible laser beam which could cause hazardous radiation exposure. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. The following caution label is located on the rear panel of the player. z When this player is plugged into the wall outlet, do not place your eyes close to the opening of the disc tray and other openings to look into the inside of this player. z Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. z Do not open covers and do not repair yourself. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. z To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. z To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock and annoying interference, use the recommended accessories only. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by Macrovision Corpo- ration, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Some DVD discs have the material recorded in the PAL and NTSC systems. Refer to the table below to select the correct disc type for the type of connected TV. „ „ „ „ „ Connecting to the multi-system TV „ „ „ „ „ Connecting to a NTSC TV „ „ „ „ „ Connecting to a PAL TV

“The shape of the following battery pack is only for reference; the actual shape may differ.” Before using the battery pack, make sure to charge it. You could choose to charge the battery pack directly or charge it while the battery pack attached to the portable DVD player. Note: When using a new battery for the first time or using a battery that has not been used for over a week, it takes 4~6 hours to be fully charged. Battery release button Battery charge indicator DC IN jack Battery connectors Charge Time(hr) DVD Playback Time(hr) NiMH 3800mAh (6S1P) Battery Pack Information (Charge & Playback Time) 3½ 2¾

STEP 1. Connect the AC adapter(12V, 1.25A) to the DC IN jack on the left side of the battery pack and a household power outlet. (as in figure A ) STEP 2. The battery charge indicator will turn red and start charging. STEP 3. When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery charge indicator will turn green. B. To charge the battery pack while attached to the portable DVD player STEP 1. Please align the portable DVD player’s battery connectors with the battery pack. Then attach the battery pack to the portable DVD player. (as in figure B) Note: 1. Please turn Power off when attaching or removing the battery pack. 2. If you want to remove the battery pack, press battery release button, then slowly remove it from the portable DVD player. STEP 2. Connect the AC adapter(12V, 1.25A) to the DC IN jack on the right side of the portable DVD player and a household power outlet. STEP 3. The battery charge indicator will turn red and start charging. STEP 4. When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery charge indicator will turn green. Note: 1. The battery pack is not charged while the portable DVD player is turned on. 2. Please use the specific power adapter (12V, 1.25A) to charge the battery pack. Using the Battery Pack-continued (A) DC IN jack (B)

You can power the unit either with the AC adapter or the battery pack. Basic Playback 1 Slide power switch to the ON position. 2 Press to open the disc cover. 3 Hold the edge of the disc to put it in the center with the printed side up. Hold the disc without touching its surfaces, position it with the printed title side facing up, align it with the guides, and place it in its proper position. 4 Close the disc cover. z Close the disc cover and the portable DVD player starts playback if the disc does not have any menus recorded on it. z If the disc has one or more titles recorded on it, a menu screen will appear on the screen. << NOTE: Proceed with steps 5 and 6 when a menu is available on the disc. >> 5 Press < / / / > or the number button(s) to select the preferred title. << NOTE: To select a title, input the number, i.e. 1 for chapter 1, 10 for chapter 10, and etc. >> 6 Press . The player now starts playback the selected item. Stopping Playback and Returning to The Menu Screen (If a Menu Screen Is Available on The Disc) Press . The portable DVD player stops playback, and then displays the menu screen. After operation When the portable DVD player is not in use, remove the disc and slide the POWER switch to turn off the player. Then close the display panel. << NOTE >> z The disc continues to rotate while the menu is displayed even after the player has finished playing a particular disc. When no further selections are to be played, be sure to press the button to clear the menu screen. z If the disc is placed in upside down (and it is a single sided disc), the player’s display will appear “NO DISC”. For your reference: z When “ ” appears while a button is being operated, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the player. DVD

twice to stop. Rapid Advance (Rapid Reverse) Press or during playback. z Normal playback is resumed when you press . z The speed of advance ( x2, x4, x8, x16, x32) or reverse ( x2, x4, x8, x16, x32) changes with each press of the or button. Skipping Ahead or Back to Chapters You can skip a specific chapter or track to playback. Skipping Ahead Press during playback. Skips a chapter each time you press the button. Skipping Back Press during playback. When you press the button once midway through a chapter, the portable DVD player returns to the beginning of the chapter to playback. The player skips a chapter each time you press the button. Still Picture (PAUSE) Press once during playback. The screen is paused. *To return to normal playback Press . 1-1 DVD Playback-continued DVD 1

Repeat Viewing Press <1/ALL REPEAT> during playback. Each time you press the button, the disc will repeat a chapter or title. Press once: CHAPTER (Repeat chapter) Press twice: TITLE (Repeat title) Press three times: DISC (Repeat disc) Press four times: off (Repeat cancelled) *To return to normal playback Press <1/ALL REPEAT> several times until “ Off” appears on the screen. << NOTE >> z Repeat playback works only with discs for which the elapsed playing time appears on the player’s display during playback. z Repeat playback may not work correctly with some DVDs. 1-2 Convenient functions Displaying Scene Information Press during playback. Press a number of times, the title number, chapter number, and other information will show on the screen. *To stop displaying scene information Press a number of times until the information disappears. Changing Audio Soundtrack Language You can change the audio language from the one selected at the initial settings to a different language. (This operation functions only with discs on which multiple audio soundtrack languages are recorded.) 1 Press

If a disc provides subtitles, you can choose to hide or display them. (This operation works only with discs that provide subtitles.) Press during playback to display subtitles or hide them. When you press once, the first subtitle recorded on the disc will display. The rest of the subtitles recorded will display in sequence as you press the button. z You may change to another language with this function, or you can clear the subtitle by pressing this button a number of times until “SUBTITLE OFF” appears on the screen. Changing Subtitle Language You can change the subtitle language with the initial settings. (This operation works only with discs on which multiple subtitle languages are included.) 1 Press during playback. When no subtitles are recorded, “ ” will display instead of the language number. 2 Press a number of times until the preferred language is selected. << NOTE: In some cases, the subtitle language may not change immediately to the selected one. >> For your reference: z When the preferred subtitle language is not selected even after pressing the button several times, it may indicate that the language is not available on the disc. z When you turn on or remove the disc, the portable DVD player will playback the subtitle language which is selected at the initial setting. If you select a subtitle language which is not recorded on the disc, the portable DVD player will playback a prior subtitle language programmed on the disc. Viewing From Another Angle Some DVD discs may contain scenes which have been shot simultaneously from a number of different angles. For these discs, the same scenes can be viewed from each of these different angles using the button. (The recorded angles vary depending on the disc programmed.) 1 Press during playback. 2 Press a number of times until the preferred viewing angle is selected. Press button a number of times to change the viewing angle. << NOTE >> z ANGLE will only function on discs where different angles have been recorded. 1-2 Convenient functions-continued 1 DVD

Mute the DVD Player In some cases, you may need to mute the portable DVD player temporarily. The portable DVD player provides a MUTE function for your selection. Press button during playback. z When “MUTE” appears on the screen, the portable DVD player is mute. To resume sound, press the button until “MUTE OFF” appears on the screen. Using a DVD Menu Some DVD discs have a unique menu. For example, DVDs programmed with complex contents provide guide menus, and those recorded with various languages provide menus for audio and subtitle language. Although the DVD menu’s contents and operation vary from disc to disc, the following explains basic operation when this feature is used. 1 Press