DVD PLAYER MODEL DV-AT4000 OPERATION MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
DV-AT4000 SPECIAL NOTES CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Explanation of Graphical Symbols: - SPECIAL NOTES - Important Instruction NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5 Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) 15 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system 19 Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Contents Page " Video CD and Super Video CD Operation Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Types of playable discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DV-AT4000 Accessories Types of playable discs Please confirm that the following accessories are included.
Precautions DV-AT4000 " General ! Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well-ventilated area and that there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free space along the sides and back. There must also be a minimum of 20" (50 cm) of free space on the top of the unit. 20" (50 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) ! Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the AC outlet, as pulling the cord can damage internal wires. ! Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in electric shock.
DV-AT4000 Controls and indicators " Main unit (front panel) 2 3 11 12 13 14 4 15 5 6 7 8 9 10 16 17 18 19 20 Reference page Reference page 1. Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 2. Stand-by Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 3. Disc Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 4. Disc Number Select Buttons . . . . . . . .
DV-AT4000 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Icons used in this operation manual Some functions may not be available depending on discs. The following icons indicate the discs that can be used in the section. Reference page 1. Component Video Output Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 2. Video Output Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 3. Audio Output Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.
DV-AT4000 Controls and indicators (continued) " Remote control Reference page 1 3 - Controls and indicators - General Information 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 10 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Buttons with " " mark in the illustration or highlighted in bold on the list can be operated on the remote control only. SHARP 9HX55769150 10 11 12 14 15 1. Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 2. Disc Number Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of discs DV-AT4000 " Discs that cannot be played " Icons used on DVD discs ! DVDs without the region number "1" or "ALL". ! DVDs with PAL system ! DVDs with SECAM system ! DVDs with MPEG sound ! DVD-ROM ! DVD-RAM Check the icons of the DVD case before playing your discs. Display Description Region number (playable area number) DVD discs are programmed with region numbers indicating countries in which they can be played. This system can play discs with region number "1" or "ALL".
DV-AT4000 System connections " Digital connection to a digital audio recorder, etc. Caution: Turn off all other equipment before making this connection. " Digital connection to a surround amplifier, etc. Connect the unit to a DTS digital surround amplifier, etc. to enjoy DVD/CD sounds through other equipment. (Connecting to a TV, refer to 13 -14 pages.
DV-AT4000 " Connecting to a TV with a video input jack You can enjoy DVD images by connecting your TV and this unit with a video cable. " Connecting to a TV with an S-video input jack S-Video cable (commercially available) Video cable (supplied) Video signal TV TV Audio signal Audio signal Video signal To video input jack To audio input jacks Notes: ! Change the TV input in accordance with the connected jack. ! Do not connect other equipment between the TV and the DVD player.
DV-AT4000 System connections (continued) " Connecting to a TV with component video input jacks If the connected TV supports progressive scanning, set the video mode selector switch to PROGRESSIVE to enjoy high-density images. If not, switch back to INTERLACE. Notes: ! If your TV has different indications for the component video inputs (Y, CB and CR or Y, B-Y and P-Y), connect jacks with its matching color.
Remote control DV-AT4000 " Battery installation " Remote control range The remote control can be used within the range shown below: Use 2 "AA" size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar). Batteries are not included. Remove the battery cover. Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in the battery compartment. When inserting or removing the batteries, push them toward the battery terminals. Replace the cover. 8" - 20' (0.
DV-AT4000 Changing the initial setting of DVD Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1" or "VIDEO 2" etc. accordingly. Settings are retained even if the unit is set to the stand-by mode. 1 Press the POWER switch on the main unit to turn the power on. DVD Video CD CD - Changing the initial setting of DVD - Preparation for Use ! The startup screen appears. ! The disc should be stopped at this time.
DV-AT4000 Selectable parameters (* indicates initial settings.) OSD Language English* French Control Panel OSD Language Audio Language Subtitle Language English Menu Language English English English Setup Usage: Press ARROW keys to move, ENTER key to change, MENU key to exit. Audio Language English* Chinese Selects the language audible from the speakers. Subtitle Language English* Chinese Selects the subtitle displayed on the TV screen.
DV-AT4000 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) Setting Video Selectable parameters (* indicates initial settings.) TV Screen 4:3 LB* 4:3 PS Control Panel Video TV Screen Progressive Mode Color Scheme 4 : 3 LB AUTO Standard Progressive Mode Custom Color Setup Usage: Press ARROW keys to move, ENTER key to change, MENU key to exit.
DV-AT4000 " Disc language Setting A language for screen display can be set, such as for initial settings or messages. English Indicator Subtitle Language French English CHARGEMENT Thank you Audio Language French A language for audio can be set. You can specify a language for conversation and narration. English Menu Language French ou nk y Tha ci Mer Merci A language for disc menus can be set. Menu screens are displayed in a specified language.
DV-AT4000 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) " Video format Indicator 4:3 LB Setting When playing a wide image (16:9) disc, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom and you can enjoy full wide images (16:9) on a 4:3 size TV. " Rating level setting Indicator 8 7-2 1 - Changing the initial setting of DVD - Preparation for Use 4:3 PS A 4:3 disc is played in 4:3.
General control DV-AT4000 " To turn the power on 1 Set the POWER switch on the main unit to ON. The stand-by indicator lights up. 2 When the stand-by indicator is lit, you can turn the power on or put the unit in stand-by mode, using the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control. After use: " To change the display brightness (3 levels) You can switch the display brightness by pressing the DIMMER button. Each time the button is pressed, the display brightness changes in the following order.
DV-AT4000 Playing a disc Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1" or "VIDEO 2" etc. accordingly. 1 Press the POWER switch on the main unit to turn the power on. DVD Video CD CD While the stand-by indicator is lit (in the stand-by mode), the unit can be turned on with the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control. 2 3 Press the OPEN/CLOSE Audio Visual Entertainment button to open the disc tray. Place the disc on the disc tray, label side up.
DV-AT4000 " To interrupt playback Press the PLAY ( / ) button. To resume playback from the same point, press the PLAY ( / ) button. " To resume playback after stopping (resume playback) You can resume playback from the point that the playback is stopped. " To stop playback 1 DVD: Press the STOP ( ) button twice. Resume play starts when you press it once. SVCD/VCD/CD/MP3/JPEG: Press the STOP ( ) button. While the disc is playing, press the STOP ( ) button.
DV-AT4000 Basic operation " To select the disc While in the stop or playback mode, pressing the SHIFT button and one of the 1 - 5 buttons on the remote control to select the desired disc. ! This can be operated by press one of the the same time. Selected disc number 1- 5 buttons on the main unit at - Basic operation - DVD Operation ! The next disc can be played by pressing the DISC SKIP button. " To locate the beginning of a chapter/track (skip) You can skip the current chapter (track) to the next.
DV-AT4000 " Fast forward/Fast reverse (search) " To start playback from the desired point (direct play) You can search the desired point as you play the disc. You can playback from desired title (track). Fast Play While in the stop or playback mode, press the direct number buttons (0 - 9) to select the title (track) number. Playback starts in 3 seconds. To enter title (track) numbers of 2 digits or more, press the direct number buttons within 2 seconds.
DV-AT4000 Useful operation " Still picture/Frame advance You can freeze the image and advance frame by frame. 1 While a disc is playing, press the STEP or button. Step Each press of the STEP or button advances the frame in the still mode. 2 Press the / button to return to the normal playback. Notes: - Useful operation - DVD Operation ! Still and frame advance features are disabled on some discs. ! The button does not allow you to operate Still picture and Frame advance on SVCD/VCD.
DV-AT4000 " To play repeatedly (repeat play) " To play the contents between the specified points repeatedly (A-B repeat) You can play a chapter (track) or a title repeatedly by specifying it during playback. TV screen You can play the desired portion repeatedly by specifying it during playback. 1 On the unit While the disc is playing, press the A-B button. TV screen Repeat Chapter Each time the button is pressed, the repeat play mode changes in the following order.
DV-AT4000 Useful operation (continued) " Playing back from the desired point (bookmark) During playback, make bookmarks. Playback can be resumed from the points. Up to six bookmarks can be used per disc. 1 While a disc is playing, press the RANDOM button. Bookmark 2 - Useful operation - DVD Operation The bookmark screen is displayed. Press the or button to select the desired bookmark number and then press the ENTER button at the desired points.
Various settings DV-AT4000 The subtitle language and the audio language you select are reset each time you set this unit to the stand-by mode or change the disc. To keep your preferred languages, set them in the initial setting screen (see page 16). " To change the audio language (audio output) During playback, you can change the audio language (audio output). While a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button.
DV-AT4000 Various settings (continued) " Switching sequential play mode The unit is capable of sequential playback using the 5-disc changer. If a DVD and/or VCD is mixed in the discs to be played sequentially, the sequential playback may stop in the middle. The menu remains displayed. In this case, switch the sequential play mode. While in the stop or playback mode, hold down the SHIFT button and press the SEQ.MODE button on the remote control.
DV-AT4000 " To change the display on TV screen " DVD mode operation indicators The following are examples of display indicators that appear during DVD playback. You can display or hide the operation indicators on the TV screen. While the disc is playing, press the ON SCREEN button. (The display is changed at each press of this button.
DV-AT4000 Video CD and Super Video CD playback - Video CD and Super Video CD playback - 32 Page Playing a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 To select the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 To locate the beginning of a chapter/track (skip) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Fast forward/Fast reverse (search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DV-AT4000 You can play back the desired tracks in the sequence you want. Maximum of 19 tracks can be programmed. 1 7 While stopped, press the P.MODE button. Information on all the loaded discs is read, and then the programming screen appears. Disc Index Press the button. Press the or button to select "Add" and press the ENTER button. Favorite List NO 4 5 Press the or button to select a disc number and press the ENTER button.
DV-AT4000 CD operation Page Playing a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 To select the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 To locate the beginning of a chapter/track (skip) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Fast forward/Fast reverse (search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MP3 and JPEG disc operation You can playback CD-R/RW recorded in the MP3 and JPEG format. 1 Load a disc containing MP3 and JPEG tracks. Disc1 T1/11 A menu screen appears. ? ? Kbps FIRST PLAY ALBUM02 Folder MP3 Track JPEG Track 2 Press the ENTER or ALBUM03 ALBUM04 to skip., Stop key to exit preview mode : T or button to select a folder or a track and press the / button. Playback starts when you select a track. To return to the previous layer, press the RETURN button.
DV-AT4000 MP3, JPEG disc operation (continued) " To zoom images (zoom) To rotate a image 1 Press the ton. 2 Each press of the STEP tings as follows. or button to select a track and press the ENTER but- Each press of the STEP lows. or or button cycles through zoom set- button cycles through zoom settings as fol- - MP3 and JPEG disc operation - The display changes in 5 steps. 200% 100% button : 90° rotation in a counterclockwise direction.
Error indicators and warnings Maintenance TV screen No Play Wrong Region Code Meaning The disc cannot be played with this system or it is loaded in an incorrect way. The region number of the DVD is not "1" or "ALL". The disc does not support the operation described in this operation manual. " Cleaning the cabinet Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap solution, then with a dry cloth. ! Do not use chemicals for cleaning (gasoline, paint thinner, etc.).
DV-AT4000 Troubleshooting chart Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorized SHARP dealer or service center. Symptom Pictures and sound are skipped. " DVD player Symptom No sound is heard. - Troubleshooting chart - References Noise is heard during playback. Even though a disc has been loaded, NO DISC is displayed. Playback sounds are skipped.
Specifications " Condensation Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside the cabinet (laser pickup, etc.) or on the transmitter on the remote control. Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction. If this happens, leave the power on with no disc in the unit until normal playback is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter with a soft cloth before operating the unit.
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
