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Model Name: SD-260E E This model has the following features: - DVD/CD-DA/CD-R/CD-RW Playback - VCD (Video CD)/ SVCD Playback - M 3 Playback - JPEG/MPEG Playback - DivX /MPEG4 Playback Channel analog audio output - Coaxial Digital Audio output - Component Video Output Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............2 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..............3 SAFETY INFORMATION ..............3 WARNING ................... 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS I ..............4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS II .............. 6 NOTES ON CD-R AND CD-RW DISCS ..........6 NOTES ON DISCS ................7 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES ...............
ABOUT THIS MANUAL Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the player. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same function as those on the DVD player. Dear Customers We would like to thank you for purchasing this DVD player. W e strongly recommend you to study the operating instructions carefully before attempting to operate the unit and note the listed safety precautions.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, and any interference, use the recommended accessories only. WARNING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS I Power Source The unit should be operated only from a 220-240V~ 50 Hz outlet.
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DON’T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON’T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS II Notes on copyrights: It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent copyright material without permission. This product is equipped with copy protection measures developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are recorded on some discs.
NOTES ON DISCS On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. • If the disc is contaminated with any substance like glue, remove before using it. •...
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES In the packaging material, you will find the following: (a) Remote control (b) Two R03 (AAA) batteries for remote control. (c) Owner’s Manual - 8 -...
DISC TYPES COMPATIBLE WITH THIS UNIT This player can play the following discs. Disc Types Recording Disc Size Max. Characteristics (Logos) Types Playing Time Single - • sided; 240 min. DVD contains excellent sound and video 12 cm due to Dolby Digital and MPEG-2 System. Double - Audio sided;...
GENERAL PROPERTIES ® 1) DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD-DA/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/JPEG/MPEG4/DivX playback 2) NTSC/PAL playback 3) User-friendly multi-language OSD menu control 4) Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) 5) Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG Multi-channel, LPCM audio via coaxial digital audio output 6) Multiple Aspect Ratio support (16:9 Widescreen, 4:3 Letterbox, 4:3 Pan & Scan) 7) Multi-Audio (up to 8) support (According to disc content) 8) Multi-Subtitle (up to 32) support (According to disc content) 9) Multi-Angle (up to 9) support (According to disc content)
FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS 1. Disc Tray Place a disc on the tray. 2. Front Panel Display (VFD) Indicates the playing time, title, chapter/track, etc. 3. OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button Opens or closes the disc tray. 4. STOP button Stops playing disc. 5.
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY 1. Play/Pause 2. Current Disc 3. Time or Title / Chapter / Track Number 4. Dolby Digital / DTS 5. Zoom 6. Title Number 7. Angle 8. Chapter / Track Number 9. Repeat - 12 -...
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 1. DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) connector Connects to an audio component using the coaxial digital connection cord. 2. VIDEO OUT connector Connects to the video input connector on the TV. 3. AUDIO connectors Connects to the AV amplifier or audio input connector on the TV by using 2 cords (Left, Right). 4.
CONNECTION OF YOUR DVD PLAYER WITH TV Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making the connections. Scart socket: RGB signal via scart cable gives you the best picture performance. If your DVD player will not be connected to a hi-fi set or A/V amplifier to hear better sound, scart is enough for both audio &...
COMPONENT VIDEO (YP ) / PROGRESSIVE SCAN & CONNECTION Component Video (YP ) output jacks can be used to have the best picture quality. Your TV set must have component video (YP ) input connectors for this type of connection. These jacks are used for only video connection. For audio, red &...
CONNECTION OF YOUR DVD PLAYER WITH AV AMPLIFIER Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making the connections. Analog Audio Output Sockets: To get better sound quality, the unit can be connected to an amplifier via analog audio left/right outputs. HI-FI Tuner Video Output...
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Digital Audio Output Socket: For the best sound, the unit can be connected from the coaxial digital audio output to an AV amplifier with a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. By using 6 speakers, user can enjoy the 5.1 channel surround sound. ¥...
FITTING BATTERIES IN YOUR REMOTE CONTROL ® First open the battery cover on the underside of the remote control. Fit both batteries 1.5Volt (R03/AAA) referring to the imprinted symbols (+/-) in the battery case and put on the battery cover again. W hile using the remote control, direct it towards the front of the DVD player.
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17. SUBTITLE button 1. TIME button Changes the language of the subtitle while playing a DVD. Changes the playing time display mode of the disc, title, track etc., on the OSD and front panel display. 18. ANGLE button 2. OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button Changes the angle when playing a DVD disc recorded with multiple angles.
For your reference: DVD PLAYBACK “ W hen appears while a button is being pressed, it means that the corresponding operation is prohibited by the player. Preparations Stopping Play Turn on your audio system if the player is connected to an audio system.
Selecting Scenes by Time DIRECT SELECTION OF SCENES You can view the DVD starting from any time point you want. Selecting Scenes by Chapter Number Press SEARCH on the remote c ontrol twice during playback. Pres s SEARCH on the remote c ontrol once during playback.
Displaying / Changing Subtitle Language CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS It is possible to change the subtitle language from the one selected at the initial settings to a different language, if available. Displaying the time information (This operation works only with discs on which multiple Press SETUP/DISP during playback.
The number of recorded angles differs depending on the disc used. VIDEO CD PLAYBACK “ x ” is displayed on the screen during playback. This indicates that the multi-angle scene has just started. Also Preparations on unit’s display (VFD) “ANGLE” message appears. You Turn on your audio system if the player is connected to an will see in the upper-right corner of the screen the number audio system.
¥ After operation NOTE: When the unit is not in use, remove the disc and press ON/ • Reverse stepping is not available. STANDBY to turn the unit to standby mode. Slow M otion Play Forward ¥ NOTE: Press SLOW during playback.
Repeating a section between two specific points AUDIO CD PLAYBACK (A – B repeat) Preparations Press A-B RPT during playback at the point where repeat play is to commence (A). Turn on your audio system if the player is connected to an “A TO B SET A”...
A track is skipped forward or backward each time the Repeating a section between two specific points button is pressed. (A – B repeat) Pause Press A-B RPT during playback at the point where repeat play is to commence (A). Press PLAY/PAUSE during playback.
¥ Subtitle Selection for MPEG4, DivX(R), X-Vid: NOTE: • If you attempt to enter a number greater than the total number of tracks on disc, the search box disappears and Files with ‘ ’ logo are subtitles files. Subtitle files with “...
Instant Skip / Backward Program Function Press PROGRAM to select program mode in stop mode. ® Only for DivX files: PROGRAM Message appears. ® Press key for instant skip / backward during DivX Pres s number buttons to select files in the current files playback.
In RESUME (Pre-Stop) mode, some pages and some items cannot be ac cessed. On the MAIN page, you cannot access VIDEO SETUP and PARENTAL SETUP pages in RESUME mode. ¥ USING SUB MENUS NOTE: • Depending on the format of the DVD disc. (eg. 2.35:1), the arrow buttons to switch between left and right picture may still have black lines above and below this menus.
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If you do not see anything on the screen or if you do not PARENTAL SETUP (Parental Level): select “OK” within ten seconds, video output setting will be Parental Level can be adjusted to one of the eight levels or returned to previous setting automatically.
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DEFAULTS: If you choose DEFAULTS, press ENTER button. The factory-presets are loaded. Parental level and parental password do not change. ® DivX REGISTRATION There is a registration code in this page. This code is utilized ® to register this player with the DivX Video On Demand service.
TROUBLESHOOTING Make sure the DVD disc surface is not damaged. (Scratch, fingerprint etc.) Clean the DVD disc and try again. Ensure that the DVD disc is on the drawer with the label facing up. A damp DVD disc or condensation may effect the equipment. Wait for 1 to 2 hours in Stand-by to dry the equipment.
SPECIFICATIONS ® DVD/VCD/SVCD/CD-DA/CD-R/CD-RW/MP3/MPEG/JPEG/MPEG 4/DivX player Power 220 - 240V ~ 50 Hz Standby mod:: 6 W 56 mA Requirements Power ON mod: 12W 100 mA Auto Adjustable DVD [DVD-R/DVD-RW(Video Mode)]: SS/SL 4.7” (DVD-5) SS/DL 4.7” (DVD-9) Types of Discs DS/SL 4.7” (DVD-10) Supported DS/DL 4.7”...
DEFINITION OF TERMS Angle Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes, which have been simultaneously shot from a number different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left side, from the right side, etc.). With such discs, the ANGLE button can be used to view the scene from different angles.
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® DivX ® DivX is a digital video compression technology based on MPEG-4 and developed by DivX Networks Inc. ¥ NOTE: • This DVD player may not support some MP3 recordings due to differences in recording formats or disc type. •...