DVD Stereo System Operating Instructions Model No. SC-HDV600 The model for the United Kingdom does not include center and surround speakers. DIGITAL VIDEO Note: “EB” on the outer packaging indicates the United Kingdom. Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Before use These operating instructions are applicable to the following system. System SC-HDV600 Amplifier SE-HDV600 Tuner ST-HDV600 DVD player SL-HDV600 Cassette deck RS-HDA800 Front speakers SB-HDV600 Supplied accessories Please check and identify the supplied accessories. AC mains lead ............................................................1 pc.
Table of contents Cassette deck operations Region numbers .........................................................................3 Caution for AC Mains Lead .....................................................4 Safety precautions .....................................................................4 Disc selection and care ............................................................5 DVD jacket symbols ..................................................................5 The remote control ...............
Caution for AC Mains Lead (For United Kingdom) Placement (“EB” area code model only) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. Before use This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
DVD jacket symbols Use this chart when selecting discs. You can use both 8-cm and 12-cm discs. Do not use a disc adapter for 8-cm discs. Disc type Logo Video Indication used system in instructions DVDVideo NTSC + PAL Video CD NTSC + PAL DVD VCD The following table shows examples and explanations of symbols found on DVD jackets. Refer to the table before play. Explanation Example symbols Audio signals Dolby Digital This unit has a Dolby Digital decoder so you can play discs with this symbol.
The remote control A A R6 (AA, UM-3) 1 Before use 2 Batteries Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control. Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Do not; ¡mix old and new batteries. ¡use different types at the same time. ¡heat or expose to flame. ¡take apart. ¡short circuit. ¡attempt to recharge alkaline or manganese batteries. Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage which can damage items the fluid contacts and may cause a fire.
Installation and connections A Installation Side-by-side setup DVD player (SL-HDV600) Tuner (ST-HDV600) A Audio components You can set up the components side-by-side or stacked. The explanations show the side-by-side setup.
Installation and connections 1 To unplug cable Press both ends and pull out. Before use White line B2 B1 A R 2 Amplifier Speaker Red Gray a HF Gray Blue LF Red Black 3 L Black Blue HF LF D UN D SURRO SURROUN R SUBWOOFER L Gray Blue CENTER b Surround speaker (L) Subwoofer Surround speaker (R) For the United Kingdom Center, surround and subwoofer speakers are not included. For other areas The subwoofer is not included.
Connections Note Do not connect the AC mains lead until all other connections are complete. 1 Flat cables. Notes on speaker use Do not play distorted sounds over extended periods. You can damage your speakers by playing sounds that include high levels of noise. Reduce the volume in the following cases. ¡When turning the amplifier off. ¡When playing noise from FM broadcasts over extended periods. 2 Before use Keep the cables as flat as possible against the back of the unit. Front speakers.
Installation and connections 5 a AM ANT EXT LOOP FM ANT 75Ω Before use 4 VIDEO OUT Adhesive tape S-VIDEO OUT To household mains socket 6 D1 To unplug cable Hold down the lever and pull.
4 AM loop antenna. To prepare antenna, twist the vinyl tip and pull off (a). Keep loose antenna cord away from other wires and cords. 5 FM antenna. Fix the other end of the antenna where reception is best. Surround cable. Before use 6 (United Kingdom only) BE SURE TO READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 4 BEFORE PROCEEDING TO STEP 7. 7 Connect the AC mains lead.
Front panel controls C A B A q V.S.S. (Virtual Surround Sound) button/indicator (V.S.S.) .....................................................................................23 w Cinema mode button/indicator (CINEMA) ............................23 e Disc tray r Disc tray open/close button (; OPEN/CLOSE)....................16 t Time mode button (TIME MODE) ...........................................19 y Repeat button (REPEAT)........................................................
Front panel controls D #1 #2 #3 #4 D 31 32 33 #5 INPUT SELECTOR VOLUME BASS TREBLE DOWN UP -VGCA – CINEMA BASS PHONES /I 34 35 36 37 38 39 #6 #7 #8 #9 E Amplifier Input selector (INPUT SELECTOR) .......................................46 VGCA indicator (VGCA) .........................................................36 Volume control (VOLUME) .....................................................
Setting the time 1 This is a 24-hour clock. The example shows how to set the clock for 16:25 (4:25 pm). 1 2 Press [8] to turn the unit on. q Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to display “CLOCK”. , Before use Each time you press the button: CLOCK / z PLAY / z REC / Original display 2 1 /I w Within 7 seconds Press [SET]. 3 3 q Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (2 or 1)] to set the time. w Press [SET]. The time is set and the original display is restored.
Television settings The menu language has been factory preset to English. You can change the language by going to Display–Menu Language (a pages 41–42). CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 Preparation SUB TITLE AUDIO TOP MENU MENU SETUP DISPLAY DVD/CD TAPE RETURN EXT TUNER AUTO/MONO SKIP ¡Turn the television on. ¡Switch the video input mode on the television to suit the type of connection you have made (e.g., VIDEO 1).
Playing DVDs and CDs Screens illustrated are examples. Normal play 3 8 1 DVD Disc operations 1 g h CD Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to open the tray. Set the disc label up on the tray. Press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to close the tray. 2 Most DVDs start automatically when you close the disc tray. 2 1 VCD Preparation ¡Turn the unit on. ¡When playing DVDs or video CDs, turn the television on and switch its video input mode to suit the connections you have made (e.g., VIDEO 1). Press [q] to start play.
Playing DVDs and CDs If a menu screen is shown DVD VCD A menu screen is shown on your television shortly after starting some DVDs and Video CDs. To continue play you must make a selection. (menu example) Main Menu CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL SLEEP 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 1–0, ≥10/-/-- 1 Chapter 2 Options 3 Staff 4 Start Press the cursor buttons (w er q) to highlight an item. Disc operations q g Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.
Other modes of play Skipping tracks and chapters DVD VCD CD Press [u] (backward) or [i] (forward) on the remote control. TIME MODE h u/t y/i OR [u/t] or [y/i] on the main unit. Disc operations 1 Each press increases the number of skips. The first skip backwards takes you to the beginning of the current track or chapter. CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL SLEEP 2 Note 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 1–0, ≥10/-/-- ¡If pressed while a DVD or Video CD menu is on the screen, you may return to the previous menu.
Fast forward and rewind - Search DVD VCD CD Frame-by-frame viewing DVD VCD During play While paused Press [t] (backward) or [y] (forward) on the remote control. Press the cursor buttons (w or q). Each press increases the speed of the search. There are five speeds. OR Press and hold [u/t] or [y/i] on the main unit. w: Backward q: Forward ¡The frame changes each time you press a button. ¡The frames change in succession if you press and hold the button.
Other modes of play Repeat play DVD REPEAT VCD CD This feature allows you to repeat titles, tracks and chapters. Press [REPEAT] during play to select the required repeat play mode. The mode changes each time you press the button. The modes depend on the type of disc you are playing.
A-B repeat VCD CD DVD This feature repeats play between two points that you specify. During play 1 2 Press [SHIFT] + [A-B REPEAT] at the starting point (A). Press [SHIFT] + [A-B REPEAT] at the finishing point (B). Menu content depends on disc. These operating instructions describe the basic steps. While stopped or playing A∗ 1 Press [TOP MENU] or [MENU]. A menu screen is displayed. (Press again to return to what you were watching with some discs.
Other modes of play CINEMA V.S.S. Changing soundtracks DVD Some DVDs have more than one soundtrack recorded on them, such as multiple languages or PCM, and you can change soundtracks during play. During play CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL Disc operations SLEEP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ANGLE MENU ENTER SETUP DISPLAY DVD/CD TAPE RETURN EXT % Digital 2 ENG 3/2.1 ch The soundtrack number changes Soundtrack number each time you press the button.
Changing subtitle language Virtual Surround Sound (V.S.S.) DVD DVD Some DVDs have more than one subtitle language recorded on them, and you can change the language during play. Use this feature to enjoy a surround-like effect if you are using two front speakers. This effect only works with DVD recorded using Dolby Digital with two or more channels. During play During play OFF 1 ENG Subtitle number Each time you press the button: V.S.S. 1 / V.S.S. 2 / V.S.S.
Other modes of play Random play VCD CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL SLEEP CANCEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 CD You can play all the tracks on the disc once each in random order. 1–0, ≥10/-/-- While stopped 1 Press [PLAY MODE] to display “RANDOM”.
Playing tracks in a selected order – Program Play CD To stop program play While stopped Press [g]. “RESUME” lights on the unit’s display. 1 Press [PLAY MODE] to select “PROGRAM”. To return to the programming screen PLAY MODE Choose a track, then press ENTER. No Track Time Play 1 Clear Clear all To change the program 1. Move the cursor (e, r) to select the item you want to change. If the program takes up more than one page, you can turn the pages with [t] and [y]. 2. Do step 2 at left.
Graphic User Interface - GUI DVD SLEEP CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL CANCEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 Numbered buttons During play or while stopped Each time you press the button: / Icons for disc information (a) MENU ENTER Icons for unit information (b) ENTER SETUP DISPLAY Shuttle screen (c) RETURN / 2,3 1 RETURN DVD/CD TAPE EXT Press [DISPLAY].
Icons for disc information Icon Content DVD Title number [ENTER] VCD CD Track number [ENTER] Å Soundtrack/Subtitle language DVD 1 Chapter number [ENTER] DVD Time search (select a position to start play by specifying a time) example; 1 hour, 2 minutes and 37 seconds 1 / 0 / 2 / 3 / 7 / [ENTER] 1:02:37 VCD CD Changing the time display Track elapsed time Track remaining time ENG FRA DEU ITA ESP NLD : English : French : German : Italian : Spanish : Dutch SVE : Swedish NOR : Norwegian DAN : Dani
Graphic User Interface - GUI Icons for unit information Play menu Audio menu Icon Content DVD VCD Icon Content CD DVD A-B repeat (a page 21) [ENTER] (start point) / [ENTER] (finish point) Disc operations ∗∗ OFF To cancel [ENTER] Repeat play (a page 20) C (Chapter) — T (Title) — OFF OFF VCD OFF CD T (Track) — A (All) — OFF – – – Video menu CD Play mode display ---: Off PGM: Program play RND: Random play Cannot be changed here.
The radio: manual tuning Radio stations can be tuned manually by selecting the station’s frequency or they can be preset into channels to make it easy to tune with the remote control (a page 30). Preparation: Turn the unit on. 4 8 1 Press [FM/AM] to select the band. Each time you press the button: FM v AM 2 Press [TUNE MODE] to select “MANUAL”. Each time you press the button: MANUAL v PRESET 1 RDS 1 3 “TUNED” is displayed when a radio station is tuned.
The radio: preset tuning Choose either automatic presetting, which presets all the stations the tuner can receive, or manual presetting, which allows you to select the stations to preset and the order they are to be preset in. There are 39 channels available for presetting. A TUNE/TIME ADJUST 2, 1 Automatic presetting A Do the following once each for FM and AM. Preparation: Tune to the frequency presetting is to begin at (a page 29). Hold down [SET]. Release the button when “AUTO MEMORY” appears.
Cassette tapes Preparation: Turn the unit on. 8 2 3 1 5 1 4 RESET Make sure the cassette is fully inserted and press [; OPEN/CLOSE] to close the deck. 2 Press [DOLBY NR] to select Dolby NR on (“% NR” appears) or off. 3 Press [REV MODE] to select the reverse mode. Every time the button is pressed: ! : One side is played. / : Both sides are played. $ : Both sides are played eight times each. g 4 1 Press [; OPEN/CLOSE], insert the cassette with the tape facing in. Press [w] or [q].
Cassette tapes Fast-forwarding and rewinding A Press [t (TPS)] or [(TPS) y] while the tape is stopped. A Tape direction q w B DVD/CD TAPE TAPE EXT TUNER Fast-forward y t One touch play B t (TPS) y Rewind t y Remote control only When a cassette is loaded and the unit is off, press [TAPE]. The unit comes on and starts play in the direction last selected with the volume fading in.
Before recording Selection of tapes for recording The unit automatically identifies the type of tape. A Normal position/TYPE 1 High position/ TYPE 2 Metal position/ TYPE 4 A ✔ ✔ ✔ To display the tape counter while recording Press [COUNTER]. The counter is displayed for about five seconds. B COUNTER B Erasure prevention The illustration shows how to remove the tabs to prevent recording. To record on the tape again, cover as shown, being careful not to cover the high position discrimination hole.
Recording the radio Preparation: Do the preparatory steps (a page 33). 1 Tune to the required station. (a page 29 or 30) 2 Press [* REC PAUSE]. The deck goes into the recording standby mode, [* REC PAUSE] indicator lights and a play indicator starts flashing. 3 g 2 2 3 Press [w] or [q] to start recording. q: to record on the forward side w: to record on the reverse side To stop recording Press [g]. To temporarily stop recording Press [* REC PAUSE]. The deck goes into recording standby mode.
Recording discs 2 Preparation: Do the preparatory steps (a page 33). Insert a disc (a page 16). 2 2222 22 A 2 g 3 1 Normal recording Press [w] or [q] then [g] to set the tape direction. q: to record on the forward side w: to record on the reverse side 2 Press [* REC PAUSE]. The deck goes into the recording standby mode, [* REC PAUSE] indicator lights and the play indicator starts flashing. 3 Press [q] on the DVD player. Recording starts automatically.
Changing the sound quality BASS TREBLE The VGCA circuit A VGCA: Variable Gain Control Amplifier You can achieve a clearer sound by using this feature. Turning the VGCA on and off Press [-VGCA –CINEMA BASS]. The indicator lights while the VGCA is on. How this unit’s VGCA works -VGCA –CINEMA BASS A -VGCA –CINEMA BASS 1 b c a d OFF ON 2 Generally, the rate of noise (N) to sound (S) worsens as you lower the volume on an amplifier.
Convenient functions A To adjust left-right balance Press [SHIFT] + [BALANCE (L) or (R)] to adjust the sound balance. For your reference The following display appears when you adjust the volume to indicate that you have adjusted the balance to the left or right. PHONES Dot display CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL SLEEP 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 B Muting the volume Press [MUTING]. Volume is reduced to minimum.
Using the timers The play timer This timer starts play of the selected source at the selected time. The example shows settings for preset radio channel 3 to play between 6:30 and 7:40, at –40 dB. Preparation: Turn the unit on, set the time (a page 14), preset radio stations if you want the timer to start playing the radio (a page 30). 3 z PLAY/z REC 1 q Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “z PLAY”. CLOCK / z PLAY / z REC / Original display , 1 1 1 w Press [SET] within 10 seconds.
Using the timers The record timer This timer records the radio at the set time. The example shows settings for recording radio channel 3 from 18:30 to 19:30. Preparation: Turn the unit on, set the time (a page 14), preset radio stations (a page 30). 3 z PLAY/z REC 1 q Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “z REC”. CLOCK / z PLAY / z REC / Original display , w Press [SET] within 10 seconds. 1 1 1 2 2 q Press [TUNE/TIME ADJUST (2 or 1)] to select the condition required and w press [SET].
Using the timers The play and record timers Checking the timers A Press [CLOCK/TIMER] to select “z PLAY” (or “z REC”). The timer conditions are shown in the following order: Start time / finish time / source / volume (“z PLAY” only) z PLAY/z REC The timers can be checked even if the unit is off. Playing the unit after the timers are set The unit can be used after the timers are set. Make sure the unit is off before the set start time.
Settings 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 Changing the settings You can decide how to play discs before you start play. Refer to the chart on the following pages and use the operations described below to change the settings. Preparation: Turn the television on and switch its input mode to suit the type of connection you have made (eg., VIDEO 1).
Settings Summary of settings This chart shows the settings for this unit. Underlined items are the factory settings. The menu and on-screen message language has been factory preset to English. You can change the language by going to “Menu language” in Display and selecting the preferred language. See page 41 for details on menu operation.
Changes to the settings remain intact after the unit is turned off. Do the setting procedures again to restore to the original settings. Setting details Select the soundtrack language. Some discs are designed to start in a certain language despite any changes you make here. Select the subtitle language. Some discs are designed to start in a certain language despite any changes you make here. Select the language for the title menu and other menus shown by the disc.
Settings Speaker settings A Refer to “Changing the settings” (\ page 41). CLOCK/ TIMER CANCEL SLEEP CANCEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 ≥10/-/-- 7 8 9 0 For the United Kingdom Do these settings if you connect center and surround speakers. For others You can enjoy multi-channel audio from DVDs without doing these settings. Change them to improve the effect or when you connect a subwoofer.
Ratings Delay time To set a ratings level Changing the delay time allows you to make up for differences in distance between the speakers and the listening position. Icon Speakers ms 1 Center Surround (LS/RS) O 1 Go to “Ratings”, select a level between 7 and 0, press [ENTER]. Press the cursor buttons (w er q) to select the delay time box you want to adjust and press [ENTER]. 2 Press the numbered buttons on the remote control to enter a four-digit password.
A Using other equipment MD deck, record player, etc. Tuner ¡Turn off the power to all units before making connections. ¡Refer to the manual of the other unit for details. (Cables and equipment not included.) AUDIO OUTPUT EXT IN (R) (R) (L) (L) Analogue connection A Connect other equipment to the EXT IN terminals to output sound through this unit's speakers or to record onto the cassette deck. You will need a phono equalizer if you connect a record player.
D Digital output settings Optional antenna connections Change these settings if you have connected this unit to another piece of equipment through DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT. 1 Use outdoor antennas if radio reception is poor. FM outdoor antenna Go to the Audio menu. (\ page 41–42) Note 2 Press the cursor buttons (e or r) to select the item and press [ENTER]. 3 Press the cursor buttons (e or r) to select the option and press [ENTER]. ¡Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
How different kinds of software appear on your television DVD software is recorded in a variety of picture formats, and how they appear on your TV depends on the software, the kind of TV you have, and the picture mode your TV is set to. ¡Letterbox refers to pictures where black bands appear at the top and bottom. ¡Pan and scan refers to pictures where part of the picture is cut off so it fills the whole screen.
Glossary Video Other Frame Track Frames are the still pictures that go together to make a moving picture. There are about thirty frames shown each second. This is the smallest division on CDs and Video CDs and usually equates to a single song. Chapter Field One frame is made up of two fields. A regular television shows these fields one after the other to create frames. This is the smallest division on DVDs and is roughly equivalent to a track. Title This is the largest division on DVDs.
Troubleshooting guide Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fix the system as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer to the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer. Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers i. Common problems No power. Ensure the AC mains lead and flat cables are connected correctly. i !0 No sound. Turn the volume up. The speaker cords may be shorted.
Listening to the radio Noise is heard. The stereo indicator flickers or doesn’t light. Sound is distorted. Use an outdoor antenna. $7 A beat sound is heard. Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit. A low hum is heard during AM broadcasts. Separate the antenna from other cables and leads. The correct AM frequency can’t be tuned in. Change the frequency step. Hold [FM/AM] down for 10 seconds to change the step to 9 kHz. The cassette deck Poor quality sound. Clean the heads.
Technical specifications TUNER ■ Pre-amplifier section Input sensitivity/impedance EXT IN 300 mV/15 kΩ ■ Tuner section FM frequency range 87.50–108.00 MHz (0.05 MHz step) FM antenna terminal 75 Ω (unbalanced) AM frequency range 522–1629 kHz (9 kHz step) 520–1630 kHz (10 kHz step) ■ Timer section Clock Quartz lock type Function Play timer: everyday Rec timer: everyday Sleep timer: 120 min, 30 min intervals ■ General Dimensions (W × H × D) 210 × 76.3 × 251 mm Mass 1.
