T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 1 T531 DVD / CD / MP3 Player GB Owner’s Manual F D S
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 2 Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION THIS DVD RECEIVER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM. TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE, SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION-SEE SERVICE PROCEDURE.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 3 Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Identification of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 4 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS FRONT PANEL MENU button SKIP buttons POWER button and indicator ARROW buttons PAUSE button Disc tray PLAY button Remote sensor Display window OPEN / CLOSE button SELECT / ENTER button STOP button SCAN buttons DISPLAY WINDOW PROGRAM indicator Operating status indicator RANDOM indicator CD indicator Repeat playback mode indicators DVD indicator MP3 CD DVD TITLE CHP/TRK PROG.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 5 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REAR PANEL COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks TO TV (SCART) jack TV SYSTEM SELECT Switch Refer to explanation below VIDEO OUT jack OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack Remove the dust protection cap from the connector and connect the optical digital cable (not supplied) firmly so that the configurations of both the cable and the connector match.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 6 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL You will find instructions for each of the remote control function in the appropriate sections of this instruction manual POWER button OPEN/CLOSE button REPEAT button A-B button POWER OPEN/CLOSE RANDOM button SETUP button SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND SUBTITLE button ANGLE button SOUND button AUDIO button TITLE MENU * MENU button *** TITLE button ** ARROW buttons SE
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 7 Introduction IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL Insert the batteries into the remote control so you can use it to operate the DVD player. 1 Open the battery cover 2 Insert batteries (AAA size) • Make sure to match the + and - on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment. 3 Close the cover NOTES ON BATTERIES • Improper use of batteries may cause battery leakage and corrosion.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 8 Introduction NOTES ON DISCS This section shows you how to handle, clean and store discs. ON HANDLING DISCS • Do not touch the playback side of the disc. • Do not attach paper or tape to discs. ON CLEANING DISCS • Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the centre outward with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 9 Connections CONNECTING TO THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ENJOYING DOLBY DIGITAL SOUND You can enjoy the high quality dynamic sound of Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and 2 Channel Digital Stereo. DOLBY DIGITAL Dolby Digital is the surround sound technology used in theatres showing the latest movies, and is now available to reproduce this realistic effect in the home. You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs by connecting the DVD player to a 5.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 10 Connections CONNECTING TO THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ENJOYING DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND SOUND If your A/V receiver has a Dolby Pro Logic decoder, refer to the following connection diagram. DIGITAL OUT AUDIO OUT COAXIAL L S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT Connect one or two rear speakers.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 11 Connections CONNECTING TO THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM ENJOYING 2 CHANNEL DIGITAL STEREO SOUND You can enjoy the dynamic sound of 2 Channel Digital Stereo by connecting this DVD player to a receiver equipped with a digital audio input and speaker system (right and left front speakers).
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 12 Connections CONNECTING TO A STEREO SYSTEM TO S-VIDEO OUT DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL S-video cable AUDIO OUT L DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO R TO TV COMPONENT AUTO PAL NTSC OPTICAL VIDEO OUTPUT S-VIDEO OUT To AUDIO OUT (L/R) If the TV has an S-video input, connect the DVD player with the S-video cable.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 13 Connections CONNECTING TO A TV To SCART 21-pin SCART cable (not supplied) VIDEO OUTPUT SELECT switch DIGITAL OUT COAXIAL AUDIO OUT For using SCART’s RGB signal, set the VIDEO OUTPUT switch to COMPONENT or for using S-VIDEO OUT jack, set the VIDEO OUTPUT switch to S-VIDEO L DIGITAL OUT S-VIDEO R TO TV COMPONENT AUTO PAL NTSC OPTICAL VIDEO OUTPUT To S-VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT To AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT Audio/Video cable (supplied) To 21-pin
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 14 Initial Settings SELECTION OF INITIAL SETTINGS Once the initial settings have been completed, the player can always be operated under the same conditions (especially with DVD discs). The settings will be retained in the memory until they are changed, even if the power is switched off. SELECTION OF INITIAL SETTINGS 1 Press SETUP in the stop or playback mode. The SETUP menu is displayed.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 15 Initial Settings SELECTING DISC LANGUAGE This is to select the audio soundtrack language, subtitle language and the language used in title menus or DVD menus which will always be used for every disc to be played back. When you play back a DVD video disc, the DVD player automatically displays the pre-selected subtitle language if it is included on the disc.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 16 Initial Settings SELECTING RATING LEVEL AND PASSWORD This is to prohibit the playing of specified DVDs which are unsuitable for children. • Some DVD discs contain a restriction level which enables parents to remove scenes or prevent playback of discs by children. DVD players are equipped with a password designed to prevent children from changing the level.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 17 Initial Settings SELECTING RATING LEVEL AND PASSWORD SETTING YOUR PASSWORD (DVD ONLY) If you change the rating level to 7 or lower, you must enter a 4-digit password to prevent playback of discs with higher ratings.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 18 Initial Settings SELECTING TV ASPECT Select the appropriate screen type according to your TV set; conventional size screen (4:3) or wide-screen (16:9). 1 At the SETUP screen, press press POWER OPEN/CLOSE to select “TV Aspect” and Disc Audio 4:3 Letterbox Disc Subtitle 4:3 Panscan Disc Menu 16:9 Wide Rating SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Password TV Aspect Menu Language Progressive Scan TITLE MENU Digital Audio Output 5.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 19 Initial Settings SELECTING MENU LANGUAGE Selects language for SETUP menus and displays on the TV.. 1 At the SETUP screen, press and press to select “Menu Language” Disc Audio English Disc Subtitle Spanish Disc Menu French Rating German Password Italian POWER OPEN/CLOSE TV Aspect Menu Language SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Progressive Scan Digital Audio Output 5.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 20 Initial Settings SELECTING DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Digital Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 21 Initial Settings OTHERS The DRC and Pseudo PAL settings can be changed. 1 At the SETUP screen, press to select “Others” and press Disc Audio DRC On Disc Subtitle Pseudo PAL On POWER Disc Menu OPEN/CLOSE SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND Rating Password TV Aspect TITLE MENU Menu Language Progressive Scan Digital Audio Output 5.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 22 Initial Settings TABLE OF LANGUAGES AND THEIR CODES Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Audio”, “Subtitle” and/or “Menu” (see page 15) Code 6565 6566 6570 6577 6582 6583 6588 6590 6665 6669 6671 6672 6678 6679 6682 6765 6779 6783 6789 6865 6869 6890 6976 6978 6979 6983 6984 6985 7065 7073 7074 GB 22 Language Afar Abkhazian Afrikaans Ameharic Arabic Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Byelorussian Bulgarian Bihari Bengali; Bangla Tibeta
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 23 Basic Operations BASIC PLAYBACK This section shows you the basics on how to play back a DVD video disc PREPARATIONS • When you want to play back DVD video discs, turn on the TV and select the video input source connected to the DVD player. • When you want to enjoy the sound of DVD video discs or audio CDs from the audio system, turn on the audio system and select the input source connected to the DVD player. • For connection details, see pages 9-11.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 24 Basic Operations BASIC PLAYBACK POWER 5 Press item. OPEN/CLOSE SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND TITLE 1 2 3 4 MENU SELECT ENTER DISPLAY and press SELECT/ENTER, or press the numeric button(s), to select the desired 5 Play of the selected item now begins. RETURN • For further information, also refer to the jacket or case of the disc you are playing.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 25 Basic Operations SPECIAL PLAYBACK STOPPING PLAY Press STOP during playback RESUME PLAY When play is stopped, the unit records the point where STOP was pressed (RESUME function). Press PLAY and play will resume from this point. NOTES • Resume function will be cleared when the STOP is pressed on the STOP mode. • Resume function will be cleared when the power is turned off and then on. • Opening the disc tray cancels Resume function.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 26 Basic Operations BASIC PLAYBACK You can play back discs at various speeds. TO SCAN AT FAST FORWARD OR FAST REVERSE PLAYBACK Press the SCAN or button during playback [TV screen] X2 POWER X2 OPEN/CLOSE SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND TITLE • The speed of advance (reverse) is relatively slow at first. When the button is pressed again, the speed becomes faster.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 27 Operation Using Menu Icons (Graphical User Interface) GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT GUI MENU ICONS This unit features GUI Menu Icons showing disc information (title/chapter/track number, elapsed playing time, audio/subtitle language, angle, and sound) and player information (repeat play, play mode, marker, etc.). Some icons only show the indicated information. Other icons allow the settings to be changed. COMMON PROCEDURES 1 Press DISPLAY during playback.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 28 Operation Using Menu Icons (Graphical User Interface) DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EACH GUI MENU ICON Press DISPLAY during playback [TV screen] DVD GUI FUNCTION to select desired item) or Numeric SELECT/ENTER To show the current title number, and to jump to the desired title number. 1 To show the current chapter number and to jump to the desired chapter number.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 29 Advanced Operation USING A TITLE MENU Some movie discs may contain two or more titles. If the disc has a title menu recorded on it, the TITLE button can be used to select the movie title. (The details of operation differ depending on the disc used.) • Selecting a title may not be possible on certain DVD discs. 1 Press TITLE. A list of the titles on the disc is displayed.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 30 Advanced Operation MEMORIZING SETTINGS FOR VIEWED DVDS (CONDITION MEMORY) This unit stores, in memory, settings for DVDs you watched. Settings remain in memory even if you remove the disc from the player, or switch power to the player OFF. Settings are stored in memory for use any time automatically. If you load a disc that has its settings memorized, the “Memorized Disc Resume?” message will appear on the TV screen.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 31 Advanced Operation CHANGING SUBTITLE LANGUAGE It is possible to change the subtitle language to a different language from the one selected at the initial settings. (See page 15 for further info.) This operation works only with discs on which multiple subtitle languages are recorded. 1 Press SUBTITLE during playback. When no subtitles are recorded, “OFF” will be displayed instead of the language number.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 32 Advanced Operation VIEWING FROM ANOTHER ANGLE Some DVDs may contain scenes which have been shot simultaneously from a number of different angles. For these discs, the same scene can be viewed from each of these different angles using the ANGLE button. (The recorded angles differ depending on the disc used.) POWER 1 Press ANGLE during playback. Number of angle being played back. 1 2 Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desired angle is selected.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 33 Advanced Operation REPEAT PLAY REPEATING VIEWING (LISTENING) Press REPEAT during playback Each time this button is pressed, the TV screen changes as shown below and the disc will repeat a chapter or title (DVD) or a track (CD).
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 34 Advanced Operation STORING MARKERS IN MEMORY TO BE VIEWED (LISTENED TO) AGAIN Storing a MARKER in the DVD memory is similar to marking your page in a book. It allows you to quickly return to any point on the disc. STORING A MARKER IN THE MEMORY 1 Press MARKER during play at the starting point to be viewed (listened to) again POWER OPEN/CLOSE SETUP REPEAT A-B RANDOM AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE SOUND TITLE 1/5 Indicates 1/5 is stored in the memory.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 35 Advanced Operation ZOOM FEATURE The Zoom feature allows you to ZOOM-IN and enlarge the picture on the screen to either 4 times (X4) or 16 times (X16) its normal size. TITLE MENU 3 SELECT ENTER 2 X4 X16 DISPLAY RETURN ZOOM (X4) (X16) (Normal) SCAN SKIP PLAY STOP 1 Press ZOOM during normal playback or still playback. The square frame will be displayed in the centre of the picture.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 36 Advanced Operation PROGRAM PLAY The player plays the tracks on the disc in the order you specify. NOTE • Program play function is possible only with audio CDs. It does not work with DVD movie discs . 1 Press PROGRAM during playback or stop mode. The program playback screen appears on the TV screen.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 37 Advanced Operation PLAYBACK WITH MP3 TO PLAY AN MP3 DISC 1 Load an MP3 disc. The MP3 menu is displayed. MP3 Program ABCD MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 MP3-4 MP3-5 MP3-6 MP3-7 MP3-8 MP3-9 2 Press buttons to select the directory where MP3 files that you want to play are located and then press SELECT/ENTER Clear All MP3 Program MP3-1 ..
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 38 Advanced Operation PLAYBACK WITH MP3 TO PROGRAM PLAY AN MP3 FILE 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 on previous page. MP3 2 Select an MP3 file to program with Program MP3-1 .. TRACK_1 TRACK_2 TRACK_3 TRACK_4 TRACK_5 TRACK_6 TRACK_7 TRACK_8 Clear All MP3 3 Press PROGRAM button to add an MP3 file to the program list. Repeat steps 2 - 3 to select another track. Up to 60 files can be programmed. Program MP3-1 TRACK_2 ..
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 39 Reference DISC REQUIREMENTS / COPYRIGHT INFORMATION PLAYABLE DISCS This DVD player can play back the following discs. Disc Mark Contents Disc size Maximum playback time Approx. 4 hours (single sided disc) 12 cm DVD video discs Approx. 8 hours (double sided disc) Audio+ Video (moving pictures) Approx. 80 minutes (single sided disc) 8 cm Approx.
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 40 Reference BEFORE CALLING SERVICE PERSONNEL SYMPTOMS AND CORRECTION Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. SYMPTOM CAUSE CORRECTION No power • The power cord is disconnected • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The power is on, but the DVD player does not work. • No disc is inserted. • Insert a disc (Check that the DVD or, audio CD indicator in the DVD display is lit).
T531 manual (GB) 6/11/01 11:13 pm Page 41 Reference SPECIFICATIONS DVD PLAYER / OUTPUTS / SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES DVD PLAYER Power supply Power consumption Mass External dimensions (W X H X D) Signal system Laser Frequency range (audio) Signal-to-noise ratio (audio) Dynamic range (audio) Harmonic distortion (audio) Operating conditions Operation status AC 110-240V, 50/60Hz 16 W 3.
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