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Features Contents ENG PREPARATION PREPARATION Multi-Disc Playback & FM Tuner The MAX-DG53/DG54 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including DVD, CD, MP3-CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DivX,JPEG and DVD-R/RW, with a sophisticated FM tuner, TAPE, USB HOST all in a single player. TV Screen Saver Function The MAX-DG53/DG54 automatically brightens and darkens the brightness of the TV screen after 3 minutes in the stop mode.
Description ENG —Rear Panel— PREPARATION MAX-DG53 —Front Panel— 1. Speaker Connector Terminals 2. Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector. 22 21 3. LINE OUT connector 4. Component Output Connectors Connect a TV with component video input jacks to these jacks. 5. FM Antenna Connector DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE 20 19 1 18 17 16 MP3-CD/DVD 2 P.
Description ENG PREPARATION —Remote Control— Insert Remote Batteries OPEN/CLOSE button POWER button TIMER ON/OFF button TIMER/CLOCK button DISC SKIP button DVD button TUNER button AUX/USB button TAPE button the battery 1 Remove cover in the direction of the arrow. Number(0~9) buttons CD RIPPING button STEP button CD Skip buttons VOLUME button RETURN button 1-34p-MAX-DG53-DG54-NO ENG.
Connecting the Speakers Connecting to a TV Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. Please be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before moving or installing this unit. Please choose one video connection method. Method 1 Using Video Out (Good Quality) 1 MAX-DG53 Connect Video Out on the player to Video In on your TV. 2 Press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote of TV control to set the TV to "VIDEO".
P.SCAN (Progressive Scan) Function Connecting to a TV(Con’t) Please be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before moving or installing this unit. Please choose one video connection method. You can select "Progressive Scan" or "Interlace Scan" for your TV. Please go to
Connecting the FM Antennas Connecting External Components ENG AUX : Connecting an External Component/MP3 player CONNECTIONS Components such as an MP3 Player AUX : Front Panel FM Antenna (supplied) Audio Cable (not supplied) 1 Connect PORTABLE AUDIO IN (Audio) on the MINI COMPACT front panel to the Audio Out of the external component/MP3 player. 2 Press the AUX/USB button to select input. The mode switches as follows : AUX USB.
Setting the Clock Disc Playback ENG For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options. If you exceed this time, you must start again. 1 Selecting a CD in the Disc changer Switch the system on by pressing POWER button. 2 3 Press TIMER/CLOCK twice. • "CLOCK" is displayed. 5 • Increase the minutes : • Decrease the minutes : Note •You can also use • Increase the hours : • Decrease the hours : When the correct time is displayed, press ENTER.
MP3/WMA-CD Playback JPEG File Playback ENG JPEG Images captured with a digital camera or camcorder, or JPEG files on a PC can be stored on a CD and then played back with this DVD player. Use 1 Load the MP3/WMA disc. • The MP3/WMA menu screen will appear and playback will start. 2 • Use to select the album, and then press the ENTER button. Rotate/Flip Function Press Cursor , , , buttons during playback. to select the track.
DivX Playback 5 Minute Skip function During playback, press the , ENG button. • Go to the screen 5 minutes after whenever you press button. • Go to the screen 5 minutes earlier whenever you press button. Note • For MPG format files, 5 minute skip function is not supported. Skip Forward/Back During playback, press the • Go to the next file whenever you press 2 files in the disk. Audio Display button.
Playing Media Files using the USB feature USB Host Specification You can connect and play files from external USB storage devices such as MP3 players, USB flash memory, etc. using the player's USB function. USB Host Specification 1 Connect the USB cable. 2 Non-compliance Press the AUX button to select the USB mode. Operational Limitations • “USB” appears on the display screen ENG • Supports USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 compliant devices. • Supports devices connected using the USB A type cable.
Displaying Disc Information Fast/Slow Playback ENG You can view playback information on the disc on the TV screen. Fast Playback Press Press INFO button. • Press Cursor , DVD CD MP3 buttons. • Each time you press either button during playback, buttons select the desired item. the playback speed changes as follows: DVD DVD • What is a Title? A movie contained in a DVD disc. Each title on a DVD disc is divided into several smaller sections called "chapters".
Skipping Scenes/Songs Angle Function ENG This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. DVD DVD CD MP3 Briefly press . • Each time the button is pressed briefly during playback, the previous or next chapter, track, or directory (file) will be played. 1 Press ANGLE button. • But, you cannot skip chapters consecutively. DVD 2 Press Cursor , buttons or numeric buttons to select the desired angle.
Repeat Playback A B Repeat Playback ENG Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). DVD CD MP3 DIVX DVD Press REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follow: DVD 1 CD MP3 DIVX Press the REPEAT A-B button at the point where you want repeat play to start (A). 'RPT A-' is displayed. , 'RPT A-B' is displayed.
Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Zoom Function ENG This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Audio Language Selection Function Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function DVD JPEG Press ZOOM button. 2 Press Cursor , , , buttons to move to the area you want to enlarge. 1 Note Press INFO button. 2 Press Cursor , buttons to select the Audio and then press ENTER button.
Using Disc Menu Moving Directly to a Scene/Song ENG You can use the menus for the audio language, subtitle language, profile, etc. DVD menu contents differ from disc to disc. DVD 1 Moving to a Title/Chapter Press INFO button. 2 Press Cursor , buttons to select the Title/Chapter. DVD 1 In stop mode, press MENU button. Moving to a Title/Chapter Press Cursor , or numeric buttons to select the desired part and then press ENTER button.
Using the Title Menu Setting the Language For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. Depending on the disc, this function may either not work at all or may work differently. OSD language is set to English by default. DVD In stop mode, press MENU button. 1 2 Press Cursor , button to move to ‘Title Menu’ and then press ENTER button. In stop mode, press MENU button. 1 2 Press Cursor , button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
Setting TV Screen type 1 In stop mode, press MENU button. 2 Press Cursor , button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. ENG Adjusting the TV Aspect Ratio (Screen Size) The horizontal to vertical screen size ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while that of wide screen and high definition TVs is 16:9. This ratio is called the aspect ratio. When playing DVDs recorded in different screen size, you should adjust the aspect ratio to fit your TV or monitor.
1 Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) Setting the Password Use this to restrict playback of adult or violent DVDs you do not want children to view. You can set the password for the Parental (rating level) setting. In stop mode, press MENU button. 2 Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. 3 Press Cursor button to move to ‘Parental Setup’ and then press ENTER button. 1 In stop mode, press MENU button.
Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) AV SYNC Setup You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night. Video may look slower than the audio if it is connected with digital TV. In this case, adjust the delay time of audio to optimal status to fit the video. 1 In stop mode, press MENU button. 2 Press Cursor , button to move to ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button. 1 Disc Menu MENU button.
Presetting Stations Listening to Radio You can store up to: You can listen to the chosen band (FM broadcast stations) by using either the automatic or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit 1 Press TUNER button. ENG 15 FM stations Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory Tune in to the desired station. 2 the STOP ( ) button Automatic Tuning 1 Press to select PRESET and then button to select press TUNING or the preset station. 1 Press the TUNER button and select the FM band.
Listening to a Cassette Recording a Radio Program Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes” on page 55. You can record a radio program of your choice. You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. 1 Switch the system on by pressing POWER. 3 Press the PUSH EJECT of the cassette deck to open the cassette door and insert a cassette.
Recording a Compact Disc ENG You can record a compact disc on a cassette in two different ways: Synchronized recording Direct recording This feature enables you to synchronize the start of the recording with the start of the disc or track of your choice. The direct recording mode enables you to start recording with any track on the compact disc. 1 Switch the system on by pressing POWER. 2 Insert a blank cassette in Deck.
CD RIPPING Function Timer Function ENG • The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at specific times. • If you no longer want the system to be switched on or off automatically, you must cancel the timer. • Before setting the timer, check that the current time is correct. • For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options. You can rip a compact disc as a MP3 file on the USB This feature enables you to ripping with the start of the disc or track of your choice.
Canceling the Timer After having set the timer, it will start automatically as shown by the TIMER indication on the display. If you no longer wish to use the timer, you must cancel it. POWER SOUND/POWER BASS/PARTY Function ENG POWER SOUND Function To cancel the timer, press TIMER ON/OFF once. • Your mini-compact system is equipped with the function of POWER SOUND mode . The function of POWER SOUND mode amplifies bass and improves high key or bass twice as much for you to appreciate powerful real sound.
DSP/EQ Function Sleep Timer Function / Mute Function ENG Sleep Timer Function You can set the time that the DVD player will shut itself off. Selecting DSP/EQ Your mini-compact system is equipped with a preset equalizer that allows you to choose the most appropriate balance between treble and bass frequencies, according to the type of music you are listening to. Press DSP/EQ on the remote control until the required option is selected. To obtain a...
DEMO Function / DIMMER Function / ECO Function Connecting Headphones/Microphone ENG You can connect a set of headphones to your mini component system so that you can listen to music or radio programmers without disturbing other people in the room. The headphones must have a 3.5ø jack or an appropriate adapter. You can also insert microphone to sing along with your favorite Cds. DEMO Function You can view the various functions available on your system. Press DEMO/DIMMER button.
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs Before Calling for Service Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and picture quality or cause breaks in playback. Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them. Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly.
Notes on Discs Symptom Check/Remedy ENG Disc Recording Format CD-R Discs Audio language and subtitles do not work. Menu screen does not appear even when the menu function is selected. • Audio language and subtitles will not work for DVDs not containing them. And depending on the disc, they may work differently. • Are you using a disc that does not contain menus? Aspect ratio cannot be changed.
Notes on Terminology Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot from a number of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left , from the right , etc.). With such discs, the Angle button can be used to change the angle of view for specific scenes. ANGLE These numbers are recorded on DVD discs. A Title is subdivided into many sections, each of which is numbered, and specific parts of the video can be searched quickly using these numbers.
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