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Important Information caution RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN DO not expose this unit to rain or moisture The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within the equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to cause an electric shock.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Notes on Copyright It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material without permission. This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation.
Table of Contents Disc Formats.......................................1 Accessories.........................................2 Remote Control.................................2 Control Reference Guide..................3 Audio Selection......................................... 12 Remote Control........................................... 3 Displaying Blu-ray Disc Information........ 13 Player........................................................... 4 Power Supply.....................................
Disc Formats This player can playback discs bearing any of the following marks: DVDs [8cm(3")/12cm(5") disc] Blu-ray Discs [8cm(3")/12cm(5") disc] Audio CDs [8cm(3")12cm(5") disc] Compatible Region Management Information This unit has been designed to playback BD-video with region and DVD-video with region . You cannot playback BD-video or DVD-video that are labeled for other regions. Look for the symbols on the right on your BD-video or DVD-video.
Accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Remote Control (with batteries).............................................................................................................x 1 Car Power Adapter...................................................................................................................................x 1 AC Power Adapter...................................................................................................................................
Control Reference Guide Remote Control 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. PICTURE Button Press to adjust brightness, contrast, backlight & Screen. Number (0-9) Buttons CLEAR Button Clear input selections and cancel certain playback functions. Color buttons When playing a Blu-ray Disc that has a Java application, press to control playback. For more information, see the documentation that comes with the Blu-ray Disc. MENU Button Press to open or close the Disc’s menu.
Control Reference Guide Player 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 4 DC IN 9V-12V Jack AV OUT Jack HDMI OUT Jack CHARGE / OFF / ON Switch VOLUME Control Adjusts the volume. Headphone Jacks REV / FWD Buttons Performs fast reverse / forward playback. Stop Button Stops playing a disc. / Skip Buttons Goes backwards to previous chapters/titles/ tracks or advances chapters/titles/tracks. OK Button Press to confirm your selections. Play / Pause Button Starts or resumes playback of a disc.
Power Supply A. Using the Car Power Adapter The included 12V car power adapter is designed for use with vehicles that have a 12V, negative ground electrical system. WARNING: Disconnect this car power adapter when not in use. Not for use in 24V vehicles. IMPORTANT This car adapter is for use with 12 volt batteries only. Cautions: • Use this unit only with the included 12V car power adapter. Use with other car adapters could damage the unit, or even your vehicle.
C. Using the Built-in Battery The unit has a built-in, non-replaceable, rechargeable battery. Charge the built-in battery before using it for the first time. The normal charging time should be completed within 4-5 hours. The green charging light will go out when the built-in battery becomes fully charged. To Recharge the Built-in Battery WARNINGS: • The built-in battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Connections A. Connecting to a TV 1. Using the supplied AV cable If your TV has Audio/Video inputs, you can connect the player to your TV using the supplied AV cable. 2. Using a HDMI cable (not included) For TVs that support it, HDMI can provide the best quality audio and video output (depending on media source), and so is the preferred connection type. The HDMI cable incorporates both audio and video signals, so you will have just one cable running from the unit to your TV.
Connections C. Using USB port You can connect a USB flash drive (not included) to the USB port on the unit to play picture files. For operation of file playback on the USB flash drive, please refer to the section “Playing Picture Files”. Note: • It is recommended that the product is turned OFF when you plug in a USB flash drive. • It does not support USB hard disk mass storage devices, multi-card readers and other USB computer peripherals. • It only supports USB flash drives (FAT32/16, max.
Mounting in a Vehicle CAUTION: 1. Do not use this player case as a swing, car seat, or for any other purpose except to hold a player and accessories. 2. The player case is intended for viewing only from the rear seats. Do not install or use this product in the front seat of a vehicle. 3. To reduce the chance of injury in case of a collision or sudden stop: • Always keep player strapped securely inside case while vehicle is moving.
Unit Operation Turning on the Unit 1. Slide the CHARGE / OFF / ON switch on the player to the ON position. 2. The start-up picture will appear on the screens. 3. After use, slide the CHARGE / OFF / ON switch on the player to OFF. Note: • If the CHARGE / OFF / ON switch is in ON position, but the product does not appear to be on, it's actually in STANDBY mode - you can turn it on by moving the switch to the OFF (middle) position, then back to ON position.
Playing a Blu-ray Disc or DVD This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for operating this unit. Some discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. Therefore, this unit may not respond to all operating commands. THIS IS NOT A DEFECT. Please refer to the instructions accompanying the specific disc in question for more information about the options available on that disc. ” may appear on the screen during operation.
Audio Selection On some discs, the sound is recorded in two or more formats. Follow the directions below to select the type of playback. 1. While a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button to show the current audio format number. 2. Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired audio format. Note: • If only one audio format is recorded, the number does not change. • About two seconds later, playback continues in the new audio format. Subtitle Selection 1.
Using the PiP (Picture-in-picture) mode Some Blu-ray Discs support picture-in-picture (PiP) mode. In PiP mode, the primary video is displayed on the full screen, and the secondary video is displayed in a small window. • Press PiP button to turn PiP mode on or off. • Press AUDIO or SUBTITLE button to turn the audio/subtitle for the video in the PiP window on or off. Then use cursor buttons and OK button to select your preferred options.
Locating a Desired Section Locating a specific title If a Blu-ray Disc or DVD contains title numbers, you can locate a specific title by directly selecting its title number. 1. Press the GOTO button. 2. Press the button to highlight title number, press the corresponding number buttons (0-9) for the title you want, then press the OK button to confirm. 3. Playback starts from the selected title.
Repeat Playback You can play a specific title or chapter repeatedly. (Chapter repeat, title repeat, A-B repeat) Repeating a chapter (Blu-ray Disc or DVD) You can play the same chapter repeatedly. 1. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the screen. The current chapter is played repeatedly. Repeating a title You can play the same title repeatedly. 2. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the The current title is played repeatedly. To resume normal playback 3.
Customizing the Function Settings Language Setup 1. In STOP mode, press the SETUP button. Language is highlighted. 2. Use the button to move the highlight bar to the right, press the or button to select Player Menu, Subtitles, Disc Menu and Audio, press the OK button to select. 3. Use the or button to select your preferred language, then press the OK button to confirm. 4. Press the button to go back to the previous menu. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other options. 5.
View Mode 16:9 Wide, 16:9 Pillarbox, 4:3 Pan and Scan, and 4:3 Letterbox are available for your choice. Note: Depending on the disc, you may not be able to view the mode as selected. HDMI Resolution To select the HDMI resolution to match the capabilities of your TV. Note: HDMI resolution can be only selected if the HDMI cable is connected to a TV. General Setup 1. In STOP mode, press the SETUP button. Press the button to select General. 2.
Maintenance Cleaning the Disc A defective or soiled disc inserted into the unit can cause sound to drop out during playback. Handle the disc by holding its inner and outer edges. • Do NOT touch the surface of the unlabeled side of the disc. • Do NOT stick paper or tape on the surface. • Do NOT expose the disc to direct sunlight or excessive heat. • Clean the disc before playback. Wipe the disc from the center outward with a cleaning cloth. • NEVER use solvents such as benzine or alcohol to clean the disc.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE (AND REMEDY) No power • Ensure the power adapter is connected. • Make sure that the unit is turned on. Power switch is in ON position, but the product isn't ON. • The product is in STANDBY mode - turn switch to OFF (middle) position, then back to ON position. The remote control does not function. • • • • • Very little or no sound is coming from a DVD. • The volume control is located on the side of the unit - please try adjusting this.
Limited Warranty AVC MULTIMEDIA (“AVC”) makes the following limited warranty. This limited warranty extends to the original consumer purchaser and is limited to non-commercial use of the product. One Year Parts & Labor Warranty AVC products purchased in the United States are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of their original retail purchase.