MULTIPLE DVD VCD CD PLAYER DV-6050 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KENWOOD CORPORATION COMPACT DIGITAL VIDEO B60-5324-08 01 (K,P) 0203
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Before applying power Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. Units are designed for operation as follows. The marking of products using lasers (For countries other than U.S.A., U.S.Military and Canada) U.S.A. and Canada ........................ AC 120 V only CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Safety precautions WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Features Compatible with DVD AUDIO, one of the latest digital audio formats The DVD AUDIO reproduces 2-channel, 192 kHz, 24-bit sampled digital audio or 6-channel, 96 kHz, 24-bit sampled audio. This innovative technology has made possible audio reproduction in unprecedented high quality. Versatile DVD VIDEO Functions The DVD provides horizontal resolution of 500 lines, which exceeds that of S VHS video (400 lines) or laserdisc (430 lines).
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Contents Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation. Before applying power .............................. 2 Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment ..... 10 Chapter 3: Basic Operation ................... 20 Safety precautions ..................................... 2 Bofore Start .................................................... 11 Configuration of Discs ................................... 21 Preparation of Remote Control Unit .............
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Chapter 4: OSD Operation .................... 29 Chapter 5: Applied Operations .............. 39 Chapter 7: Other Information ............... 58 Basic OSD Operation ..................................... 30 Switching the Play Modes ............................... 40 To Be Noted .................................................... 59 "MAIN" OSD Operation .................................. 31 Program Playback ..........................................
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. surface that may block the ventilation openings.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation. 13.Lightning – For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges. 14.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Systems and Types of Playable Discs ALL Indicates the playable region code. DVD AUDIO 12 cm or 8 cm 12 cm or 8 cm VCD 12 cm or 8 cm DIGITAL VIDEO CD (CD-R, CD-RW) COMPACT 8 Indicates the number of languages in the audio. The figure in the icon shows the number (max. 8 languages). DVD VIDEO COMPACT Icons Inscribed on DVD Discs 12 cm or 8 cm DIGITAL AUDIO 32 Indicates the number of available subtitle languages. The figure in the icon shows the number (max.
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Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Connection of Equipment Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment This manual describes the standard, most typical connections of the player. When an associated system component is connected, also refer to their instruction manuals. For details on the connection of the following components, see the indicated reference pages.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Remote control range: Before Start ¶ There are cases where it is not possible to save folders in the desired sequence depending on the software being used. 6m Be sure to insert all connection cables securely. If a cable is plugged incompletely, lack of video, lack of audio or noise may result.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Connection with a TV or Stereo System (Select the video connection method according to the TV in use) Connection of Equipment Component video connection: To color difference (CR,CB) input jack To luminance (Y) input jack Component video cable (optional) TV S Video connection: To S Video input connector When S-Video cable is connected, the ordinary video connection is not necessary.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Connection with a TV or Stereo System For details on the connection terminals and functions of the TV, refer to its instruction manual. The video output from the player should be connected directly to the TV. If the video output is connected through a VCR, the picture displayed on the TV may be disturbed due to the copy protect function.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Connection of Equipment Connection with an AV Amplifier Remove the protective cap before using the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL connector. Audio cable (optional) 6-channel audio connection: To 6-channel audio input jacks Used when the AV amp has 6-channel inputs. Digital audio connection: To digital audio input connector Coaxial cable (provided) AV amp Used when the AV amplifier and TV have the component video connection capability.
Chapter 1: Connection of Equipment Connection with an AV Amplifier For details on the connection terminals and functions of the AV amplifier, refer to its instruction manual. The video output from the player should be connected directly to the AV amplifier. If the video output is connected through a VCR, the picture displayed on the TV may be disturbed due to the copy protect function.
Chapter 2: Controls and indicators Chapter 2: Controls and indicators This chapter gives description on the front panel buttons, display panel of the player main unit and the provided remote control unit. This chapter is composed of the following sections.
Chapter 2: Controls and indicators Front Panel Display 2 3 4 DISC 1 DISC 2 ¢ DISC 3 7 DISC 4 DISC 5 3 POWER STANDBY 1 0 ON Controls and indicators DISC SKIP 4 OFF 5 6 7 SEQUENCE MODE 8 Disc tray 1 POWER ON/OFF button/ "STANDBY" indicator ¡ 2 DISC SKIP button ™ ™ 6 7 (stop) button £ 7 0 (Open/Close) button 3 4 / ¢ (skip down & skip up) buttons 4 DISC 1 ~ 5 buttons/ indicators 5 3 (play) button £ ™ 8 SEQUENCE MODE button § ™ 17
Chapter 2: Controls and indicators Display Controls and indicators 1 3 2 6 7 1 "PROG.", "PBC" indicators ∞‚ 2 Operation indicators 3 CD(CD-R/RW), VCD and DVD related indicators 5 Special playback related indicators §¶‹›qu DVD " indicators 6 " CD ", " VCD ", " DVD VIDEO", " DVD AUDIO", " MP3 18 5 6 Switching the Display Brightness Press the SHIFT button on the remote and then press the DIMMER button. Each press of the latter button switches the display brightness to one of the three levels.
Chapter 2: Controls and indicators Remote Control Unit The buttons with the same names as those on the player main unit have the same functions as the main unit buttons.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Chapter 3: Basic Operation This chapter gives description on the basic operations of the control buttons on the player main unit and remote. This chapter is composed of the following sections.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Configuration of Discs Turning power on MP3 disc configuration DVD AUDIO disc configuration 1. If preparation of the TV is required : Set the input selector of the TV to monitor the video output from this unit. DVD AUDIO Group 1 MP3 disc Group 2 Track 1 2 3 4 5 Track 1 Folder 1 2 2 3 4 5 Index 1 DVD VIDEO disc configuration 2 3 4 5 6 7 File 8 9 10 2 2 The folder is the storage unit at the highest level in the disc.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Inserting discs On Basic Operation The disc tray accommodates up to five discs. The discs can be changed during playback without stopping the currently played disc. Operation restriction according to the disc or player status Be sure to operate a button when opening/closing the tray or rotating the tray. Never attempt to move the tray with your hand. Operations of some DVDs and VCDs are restricted by the intention of the software producers.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Playing discs by selecting the group, track, title, chapter or file Input the number of the group, track, title, chapter or file using 0 to 9, +10 and +100 on the remote. ¶ With a DVD disc when a number is input during playback, playback of the chapter or track having the same number as the input number in the same group, or title starts. When a number is input in stop mode, playback the first chapter, or track having the same number as the input number starts.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Forward search and reverse search During playback, press the 1 or ¡ button on the remote. ¶ When OSD is displayed, pressing the ON SCREEN button turns it off and shows the speed in place. ¶ The first press of the 1 or ¡ button starts forward search or reverse search at the lowest speed step. Each further press increase the speed up to the fifth speed step. Basic Operation The TV screen shows the speed as shown above.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Menu playback of DVD When a DVD containing the recording of the top menu or menu is played, the top menu or menu is displayed. These menus allow you to select the position you want to play easily based on an interactive method. The following operation procedure is the basic procedure. The functions vary depending on certain softwares. 1. Press the TOP MENU/PBC button to display the top 2. Select the scene to be played by pressing the cursor button on the remote.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Skipping indexes in DVD AUDIO Switching the sequential play mode DVD AUDIO tracks contain the recording of indexes. The following operation makes it possible to skip the currently played track index and restart playback from the next index. The player is capable of sequential playback using the 5disc carousel disc changer. If a DVD and/or VCD is mixed in the discs to be played sequentially, the sequential playback may stall in the middle while the menu remains displayed.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Switching the time display The information in the time display can be switched over. This operation is not available in stop mode, during menu playback of DVD or with a DVD for which time display is disabled. If P.B.C. is set to On with a VCD, set P.B.C. to Off. ∞ Every time the DISPLAY button is pressed during playback, the time display switches to the number display of the group, track, title, and chapter or file.
Chapter 3: Basic Operation Switching the audio language [During playback of MP3 disc] File : Repeat playback of the file being played. Fldr : Repeat playback of the folder being played. Disc : Repeat playback of the disc being played. When a VCD or a DVD containing the recording of audio in multiple languages is played, the language used in the voice can be switched over. (The audio language can also be switched by the OSD operation. fi) Press the AUDIO button during playback to display the "SOUND" OSD.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation Chapter 4: OSD Operation The operations described in this chapter allows the user to perform operations and settings by referring to the OSD (On-Screen Display). As the OSD operation uses only the specific buttons on the remote, the user can enjoy the functions of the player even before memorizing the functions of all buttons. This chapter is composed of the following sections.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation Basic OSD Operation "MAIN" OSD : Title 3 Chapter 3 T O TA L -2 8 : 4 0 Play Set Off EXIT MAIN Disc 5 Only the "MAIN" OSD can be displayed when the button is pressed in stop mode. (The up and down arrows shown in the above figure are not displayed.) When the button is pressed in a play mode, the OSD can be changed by pressing the cursor up/down button. "SOUND" OSD : OSD Operation 1 ENG Digital 3/2.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation "MAIN" OSD Operation This section describes the display contents and controllable items of the "MAIN" OSD. (Note that certain items may not be controllable depending on the played disc and player status.) Title 3 Disc 5 1 Chapter 3 2 T O TA L -2 8 : 4 0 Play 3 Set 4 Off EXIT MAIN 5 1 Disc icon: Shows the disc number. Select to change Selecting the disc to be played Use the following procedure to select a new disc to be played using OSD.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation Time display switching and time search Use the following procedure to switch the type of information shown by the time display shown in the OSD or player display. Time search is also available for specifying the position to start playback by inputting the time information. Time search is not available in stop mode, during menu playback of a DVD or with a DVD VIDEO which does not provide the time display. 3.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation Memory playback Repeat playback When you register a scene you like in memory, you can start playback from that scene any time you want. Up to 10 scenes can be registered in memory. ÷ When a number in which a scene has already been registered is selected, the scene will overwrite the existing memory. Memory registration and deletion are not available during menu playback of DVD or with a DVD VIDEO for which time display is disabled.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation A-B repeat playback [During playback of DVD AUDIO] "Off": Repeat playback off. Off "Track": Repeat playback of the track being played. Track Group Disc "Group": Repeat playback of the group being played. All A [During playback of MP3 disc] Off "Off": Repeat playback off. Folder Disc All "Disc": Repeat playback of the disc being played. "File": Repeat playback of the file being played. "Folder": Repeat playback of the folder being played.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation "SOUND" OSD Operation This section describes the items which can be controlled with the "SOUND" OSD. (Some items may be uncontrollable depending on the played disc and player status.) 1 ENG Digital 3/2.1ch 1 Off 2 EXIT SOUND Off Off 3 4 1 Audio icon: Shows the audio signal, audio language and number of audio channels. Select to switch the audio language. 2 Virtual Surround icon: Shows the level of the Vir- tual Surround effect.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation "VISUAL" OSD Operation Cinema Voice function Down Mix function This function to be used when words are hard to be distinguished during playback of DVD recorded with Dolby Digital Surround, Dolby Digital, DTS, or DVD AUDIO LPCM. This function is available with a DVD containing the recording of multi-channel audio. ÷ When the digital output terminal is used, the "Digital Audio" setting should be set to "PCM". i 1.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation Switching the subtitle language When a DVD contains recording of subtitles in multiple languages, the desired subtitle language can be selected. 1. Press the ON SCREEN button during playback of DVD, and select the "VISUAL" OSD by pressing the cursor up/down button. 2. Move the cursor to 1 ENG (Subtitle icon) by pressing the cursor left/right button, then press the ENTER button. 3.
Chapter 4: OSD Operation Adjusting the picture quality Use the following procedure to adjust the picture quality. (If the desired picture quality cannot be obtained by the following operation, adjust it on the TV.) COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT switch : The setting items vary depending on the position of the COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT switch on the rear of the player. @ 4. Select a setting item by pressing the cursor up/down button, then press the ENTER button.
Chapter 5: Applied Operations Chapter 5: Applied Operations This chapter gives descriptions on the special playback operation. This chapter is composed of the following sections.
Chapter 5: Applied Operations Switching the Play Modes Program Playback The play modes of the player include the program mode, disc random mode and all random mode in addition to the track mode for normal playback. Desired tracks in a desired disc can be programmed in the desired order. (Program playback is not available with DVD VIDEO, MP3 disc.) Select the desired play mode and enjoy disc playback in many ways.
Chapter 5: Applied Operations ¶ If the disc is changed in the middle of programming, the playback may become different from the intended playback. In this case, the programming should be restarted from the beginning. Clearing the program Disc Random Playback All Random Playback Tracks in a desired disc can be played back in a random order. (Disc random playback is not available with DVD VIDEO.) Tracks in all discs in the tray can be played in a random order.
Chapter 5: Applied Operations MP3 disc Operation Bonus Group When playing an MP3 disc, files or folders containing files can be searched by displaying their names on the TV screen and display panel. In addition to ordinary groups, some DVD AUDIO discs provide information hidden in a special group as a user service. When this group is selected, the password input screen appears on the TV screen to inform the user of the presence of the bonus group in the disc.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Chapter 6 : Various Setups This chapter describes the setup operations of the player according to the connected components. Most of the operations described below can be performed using the provided remote control unit. This chapter is composed of the following sections.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Basic Operations in Setup Screen The "SET UP MENU" includes the "MAIN", "SOUND" and "VISUAL" menus. When a setup screen is displayed, select the desired item according to the purpose. If the power is turned off while the setup screen remains displayed after setting changes, the changes will be invalid. Be sure to close the setup screen before turning power off. Operation procedure 1. Press the SET UP button to open the "SET UP MENU" in which "MAIN" is displayed. SET UP MENU 2.
Chapter 6: Various Setups "MAIN" Setting Table : SET UP MENU "MAIN" Function & Setting (1/2) When "MAIN" is selected in "SET UP MENU": The setups according to the connected TV, viewing restriction, DVD VIDEO mode, OSD position, on-screen messages and IPB display can be set. Operation procedure 1. While the player is in stop mode, press the SET UP button to display the "MAIN" menu of "SET UP MENU". Function Item Icon Rating TV Aspect Function Sets the viewing restriction of DVD VIDEO.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Operation procedure 1. While the player is in stop mode, press the SET UP button to display the "MAIN" menu of "SET UP MENU". 2. Press the ENTER button to open the setup screen. Table : SET UP MENU "MAIN" Function & Setting (2/2) Function Item Icon DVD VIDEO Mode Function Sets the play mode of DVD discs.
Chapter 6: Various Setups "Rating" Setting This setting makes it possible to inhibit the playback of adult DVD videodiscs that you do not want the children to view. However, there are some discs which carries an X-rating indication on the jacket but do not contain recording of the viewing restriction label. With such discs, the viewing restriction of the player is invalid and playback cannot be inhibited. The default setting is "Level 8" which means no restriction.
Chapter 6: Various Setups "SOUND" Setting Table : SET UP MENU "SOUND" Function & Setting (1/2) When "SOUND" is selected in "SET UP MENU": "SOUND" is to be selected when you want to set the audio output method when system components are connected using the digital audio output connector of the player. Function Item Icon Digital Audio "PCM Down Conversion" When the system is connected using the 6CH.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Operation procedure 1. While the player is in stop mode, press the SET UP button and press the cursor up/down button to display the "SOUND" menu of "SET UP MENU". 2. Press the ENTER button to open the setup screen.
Chapter 6: Various Setups "Speaker Setting" Table : "Speaker Setting (Custom)" Function & Setting (1/2) This unit has two kinds of speaker setting methods. "Speaker Setting (Custom)" This is the normal setting operation. Icon L, R W "Speaker Setting (Quick)" Speaker Item Speaker Function Item Icon Function Front speaker This is the simplified setting operation. Size Level Distance C Set the volume level E Center speaker Operation procedure Size 1.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Table : "Speaker Setting (Custom)" Function & Setting (2/2) 4. Select the Speaker item (refer to the table on the right) Speaker Item and press the ENTER button. Select the Function item (refer to the table on the right) and press the ENTER button. Select the Setting item (refer to the table on the right) and press the ENTER button.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Speaker level setting using Test Tone : Operation procedure 1. Perform steps 1 and 3 of "Speaker Setting (Custom)". p 2. Press the cursor button to select "Test" then press the ENTER button. ÷ The Test Tone will be output from each speaker for a specified period of time, in the sequence beginning with the L CH speaker and ending with the Surround L CH speaker. ÷ The speaker from which the Test Tone is being output is indicated by the cursor on the screen. 3.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Distance Setting With Dolby Digital DVD playback, the distances between the listening position and all of the center/ surround speakers should ideally be identical. When the distances between the listening position and speakers are set, this unit adjusts the delay time of the speakers automatically. This setting is applied only when this unit outputs analog 6-channel signals. (The delay time adjustment is available only with Dolby Digital.
Chapter 6: Various Setups "VISUAL" Setting When "VISUAL" is selected in "SET UP MENU": Select "VISUAL" when you want to change the language used to display the menu screens, language use in menus on the disc, audio language, subtitle language, etc. Table : SET UP MENU "VISUAL" Function & Setting (1/3) Function Item Icon Player Menu Language Function Sets the language used to display the menu screens of the player. Icon Means English English.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Operation procedure 1. While the player is in stop mode, press the SET UP button and press the cursor up/down button to display the "VISUAL" menu of "SET UP MENU". 2. Press the ENTER button to open the setup screen. Table : SET UP MENU "VISUAL" Function & Setting (2/3) Function Item Icon Subtitle Language Function Sets the language of the disc subtitles.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Operation procedure 1. While the player is in stop mode, press the SET UP button and press the cursor up/down button to display the "VISUAL" menu of "SET UP MENU". 2. Press the ENTER button to open the setup screen. VISUAL MENU Player Menu Language 7 English Disc Menu Language 7 English Audio Language 7 English Subtitle Language 7 Auto Still Mode 7 Auto Black Level Setup 7 0 IRE EXIT 3.
Chapter 6: Various Setups Disc Language Code Table Code No. : Language Code No. : Language Code No.
Chapter 7: Other Information Chapter 7: Other Information To Be Noted O Symptoms and Treatment Œ Glossary ´ Other Information Specifications ˇ 58
Chapter 7: Other Information To Be Noted Maintenance of the unit Never play a cracked or warped disc Transport or moving precautions When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents may cause discoloration. During playback, the disc rotates at high speed in the player. Therefore, to avoid danger, never use a cracked or deformed disc or a disc repaired with tape or adhesive agent.
Chapter 7: Other Information Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses 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.
Chapter 7: Other Information Symptoms and Treatment Playback starts but the video is not output. ¶ The input selection of the TV and/or AV amplifier is incorrect or these devices are not turned on. ¶ Connection cords are connected improperly. @$ Playback starts but the audio is not output. ¶ The "Speaker Setting" is incorrect. p ¶ The input selection of the TV and/or AV amplifier is incorrect or these devices are not turned on. ¶ The volume of the TV and/or AV amplifier is not adjusted properly.
Chapter 7: Other Information Remote control with the remote is impossible. ¶ The batteries are exhausted. ¶ The controller position is too apart from the remote sensor, the control angle is deviated or there is an obstacle between the remote and remote sensor. ! An inhibition icon is displayed and no operation is accepted. ¶ The operations of certain DVDs and VCDs are restricted by the intention of the software producers. Such discs should be operated in accordance with the software.
Chapter 7: Other Information Glossary DVD (Digital Versatile Disc): DVD VIDEO is a disc featuring high video/audio quality, made possible by large recording capacity of video and audio signals of movie software, etc. and by digital signal processing. DVD AUDIO has been desired to provide even higher audio quality than DVD VIDEO by using highbit, high sampling rate processing.
Chapter 7: Other Information Angle (DVD): Some DVDs contain the recording of multiple viewing angles. This player allows the user to select desired one of the recorded angles during playback of such a DVD. Audio language (DVD): Some DVDs contain the recording of multiple audio languages. This player allows the user to select desired one of the recorded audio languages during playback of such a DVD. Aspect ratio: The ratio between the horizontal and vertical sizes of picture displayed on a TV screen.
Chapter 7: Other Information Specifications Format section Video Section Laser Section (DVD) Format ................................... DVD audio ver. 1.2 / DVD video ver.1.1 Laser .................................................................. Semiconductor laser Video output format ....................................................................... NTSC Wavelength ........................................................................ 640 ~ 660 nm Composite video output level ..............
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For your records Record the serial number, found on the back of the unit, in the spaces designated on the warranty card, and in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial numbers whenever you call upon your dealer for information or service on this product.
