Owner’s manual Mode d’emploi Bedienungsanleitung Manuale di istruzioni Gebruiksaanwijzing Manual de instrucciones Bruksanvisning Manual de instruções DVH943 5.1CH SURROUND DECODER • DÉCODEUR SURROUND 5.1 CANAUX • 5.1-KANALIGER SURROUND-DECODER • DECODIFICATORE DI SUONO AVVOLGENTE A 5.1 CANALI • 5.1-KANAALS SURROUND-DECODER • DESCODIFICADOR DE 5.1CH SURROUND • 5.1CH SURROUNDLJUDSDEKODER • DESCODIFICADOR SURROUND 5.1 CANAIS DVH943 Clarion Co., Ltd. 2003/12 (ABE/K) All Rights Reserved.
English Thank you for purchasing the Clarion product. ∗ Please read this owner’s manual in its entirety before operating this equipment. ∗ After reading this manual, be sure to keep it in a handy place (e.g., glove compartment). ∗ Check the contents of the enclosed warranty card and keep it carefully with this manual. ∗ The DVH943 can be operated by the CeNET-compatible Clarion Centre Units.
■ English 2. FEATURES Onboard DTS/Dolby Digital/Pro Logic II Decoder • Independent playback of DVD video surround format DTS, Dolby Digital 5.1ch. • Utilizes Pro Logic II with advanced digital matrix technology for 5.1 channel decoding of 2channel CD and radio. ■ Newly developed 32-bit DSP LSI with advanced processing performance • DSF function allows application of 6 sound field effect patterns following decoding of DTS, Dolby Digital 5.1ch format, or Dolby Pro Logic II signals.
English 3. SPECIFICATIONS Digital/Analog Processing Section List of accessories Frequency response: 20 Hz - 44 kHz (Linear PCM 96 kHz) S/N ratio: 95 dB or more (IHF-A, sound-field effects OFF) Separation: 80 dB or more (with digital input) Total harmonic distortion: 0.01% or less (with digital input) Analog output / impedance: 4 V / 330 Ω (6ch output) DSP/EQ section 7 DSF: 6 patterns P.
English 4. CONFIRM BEFORE OPERATION This component does not operate independently as an stand-alone unit and must be used in conjunction with an operational Clarion Source Unit (CeNET supported), or a 5.1 CH surround decoder control unit (DVC923). See section “8. SYSTEM EXPANSION” (P. 14) for details regarding other compatible components. ■ CeNET Cable The CeNET cable used must not be over 20 m long (including the length of the CeNET branch cable CCA-519).
■ Speaker System English • To get maximum enjoyment from the sound-field functions of this component, the use of a 5.1ch speaker system is recommended. To demonstrate optimum audio response, modify the adjust mode’s default settings for “SP-SEL,” “FILTER,” “SP-GAIN,” and “DELAY” in accordance with the composition of your speaker system (see P.8-10). Note that in order to play 2-ch sound sources (music CDs, etc.) in 5.
English 5. OPERATIONS Operations (DXZ748RMP) Dolby Pro Logic II Menu Selection About the Dolby Pro Logic II Mode • Initial setting is [PL II OFF]. ■ MUSIC mode • Suitable for CDs and other stereo sources. ■ MATRIX mode • Suitable for AM/FM radio sources. ■ MOVIE mode • Suitable for DVD video movies. ■ VIRTUAL mode • Suitable for movies and other audio sources. 1. Press the [ADF] button to enter PLII mode. 2. Press the [a] or [d] button to select PLII.
English Operations (DXZ748RMP) Setting Acoustic Features 4. Turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust each value. Turning speakers on or off (SP-SEL) 5. Press the [ADJ] button to return to the original mode. The centre speaker, rear (surround) speakers and sub woofer have to be set to on or off to achieve maximum sound quality. • The initial setting is [ON]. 1. Press and hold the [ADJ] button for 1 second or longer to enter adjust mode. 2.
Setting Acoustic Features 5. Turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the frequency. • In case of [FRONT HPF] and [SRD HPF], the frequency is 50 Hz, 80 Hz, 120 Hz and [THRGH] (no filter). • In case of [SUB-W LPF], [CENTER HPF] the frequency is 50 Hz, 80 Hz or 120 Hz. 6. Press the [ADJ] button to return to the original mode. Adjusting speaker output level (SP-GAIN) Use the built-in test tone function of the unit to adjust the speaker output level to the same level.
Setting Acoustic Features English 3. Turn the [ROTARY] knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the value from [MAX], [STD] or [MIN]. • The initial value is [MAX]. • MAX: maximum dynamic range mode of the original source • STD: recommended mode for standard listening • MIN: the most compressed dynamic range mode that renders even low sounds easy to hear. 4. Press the [ADJ] button to return to the original mode.
English 6. WIRING TECHNIQUES Name of Parts [STAND-ALONE/SLAVE] switch * The factory default setting is SLAVE position. SLAVE STAND ALONE 1 CeNET connectors Connect to centre unit using CeNET cable. 2 Front RCA output connectors Connect to external power amplifier using RCA pin cable. 3 Rear RCA output connectors Connect to external power amplifier using RCA pin cable. 4 Sub-woofer RCA output connectors Connect to external power amplifier using RCA pin cable.
How to Wire This Unit English Perform the settings and connections in the order indicated by the drawing below. 1 2 3 4 CAUTION Throughout the process of wiring this unit, disconnect the negative (–) terminal of your automobile’s battery, and leave it disconnected until completely finished. Handling wires while the terminal is connected could result in dangero electrical shock or injury if an scccidental short circuit shoud occur.
English 7. INSTALLATION Installation Precautions Case CAUTION! Case • Install correctly, using only the screws supplied as accessories. Using other screws may result in damage or injury. Damage 8 mm max. Installation Example (for installation beneath seat) 1. Use the supplied screws (M4x8) to attach the accessory mounting bracket to the sides of the unit. • The main unit’s case has been provided with 3 screw holes on either side. Select the screw holes required for your installation conditions. 2.
English 8. SYSTEM EXPANSION Refer to the Owner’s manual for the DVC923 for an example of the stand-alone system connections. RCA video cable (yellow); (furnished with DVD changer) Monitor CeNET DVD Changer Gray 1-DIN Centre Unit CeNET Cable (furnished with component to be connected) RCA pin cable (sold separately) 4CH power amplifier 5.1ch surround decoder Speaker wire Black RCA pin cable (furnished) Optical Digital cable DCA-005 (5 m) (furnished) DCA-008 (1.
English RCA video cable (yellow); (furnished with DVD changer) Monitor CeNET DVD Changer Gray 1-DIN Centre Unit (DXZ938R) CeNET Cable (furnished with component to be connected) RCA pin cable (sold separately) 4CH power amplifier 5.1ch surround decoder Speaker wire Black Optical Digital cable DCA-005 (5 m) (furnished) DCA-008 (1.5 m) (sold separately) * Connect properly in accordance with color of connectors RCA pin cable (sold separately) Set the 5.
English 9. IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY Problem Nothing happens when buttons are pressed. Cause Measure Use a narrow stick to press the [RESET] switch on The microprocessor has malfunctioned due to noise, the side of the 5.1ch surround decoder. Note that when the [RESET] switch is pressed, all titles and etc. other data placed in memory will be erased. 5.
