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Getting Started
Getting
Started
This section describes how to hook up
the SACD/DVD player to a TV (with
audio/video input jacks) and/or an
AV receiver (amplifier). You cannot
connect this player to a TV which
does not have a video input
connector. Be sure to turn off the
power of each component before
making the connections.
Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Audio connecting cord (1)
• Video connecting cord (1)
• S-link (Control S) connecting cord (1)
• S video cord (1)
• Power cord (1)
• Remote commander (remote) RMT-D122A (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote.
Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and –
ends on the batteries to the markings inside the
compartment. When using the remote, point it at the
remote sensor on the player.
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You can control TVs and AV receivers (amplifiers) using the
supplied remote
See page 64.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting
apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
Connecting the power cord
Connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN terminal of
the player.
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Getting Started
AUDIO OUT
2
R
L
2
1
2
Y
P
B
P
R
SCAN SELECT
SELECTABLE
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
1
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
CONTROL S IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
S-LINK
1
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
S-LINK
CONTROL S
SACD/DVD player
: Signal flow
TV Hookups
This connection is for listening to the sound through TV
speakers (L: left, R: right). Refer to the instructions
supplied with the component to be connected.
Required cords
Audio connecting cord (supplied) (1)
Video connecting cord (supplied) (1)
S-link (control S) connecting cord (supplied) (1)
S video cord (supplied) (1)
When connecting the cords, be sure to match the color-coded
cord to the appropriate jacks on the components: Yellow (video)
to Yellow, Red (right) to Red and White (left) to White. Be sure to
make connections firmly to avoid hum and noise.
If your TV has an S-link (control S) connector, you can control the
SACD/DVD player from the TV. Connect the TV via the S-
LINK/CONTROL S IN connector.
If your TV has an S video input connector, connect the
component via the S VIDEO OUT connector using the supplied S
video cord. You will get a better picture.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.
To AUDIO OUT
To an AC outlet
TV
To S VIDEO
OUT
To VIDEO OUT
To S VIDEO
input
To S-LINK (control S)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
Yellow
White (L)
Red (R)
To S-LINK/CONTROL S IN
S-LINK
S-LINK
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Getting Started
If you connect the player to a monitor or
projector having component video input
connectors that conform to output signals from
the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P
B
, P
R
) connectors
on the player
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT connectors using three video connecting cords (75
Ω
coaxial) (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You
will get a better picture.
SACD/DVD player
Monitor or projector
with component video
input connectors
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
P
B
Y
P
R
Y
P
B
P
R
Notes
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the component to be
connected.
• Do not connect this player to a video deck. If you do, noise
may appear in the picture.
• Depending on the TV or receiver (amplifier), sound distortion
may occur because the audio output level from this player is
high. In this case, set “AUDIO ATT” in “AUDIO SETUP” to
“ON” in the setup display. For details, see page 60.
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If your TV has an S-link (control S) connector
You can control the player from the TV.
Connect the TV via the S-LINK/CONTROL S IN connector using
the S-link (control S) cord (supplied). Refer to the instructions
supplied with the TV to be connected.
Setups for the player
Some setup adjustments are necessary for the player
depending on the TV or other components to be
connected.
Use the setup display to change the various settings.
For details on using the setup display, see page 50.
•
To connect the player to a normal TV
In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “4:3 LETTER BOX” (default setting) or “4:3
PAN SCAN.” For details, see page 54.
•
To connect the player to a TV having the WIDE
MODE function
In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “16:9/4:3 WIDE MODE.” For details, see
page 54.
•
To connect the player to a wide-screen TV
In the setup display, set “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN
SETUP” to “16:9/4:3 WIDE MODE.” For details, see
page 54.
• To connect the player to a TV that accepts
progressive (480p) format signals
Connect the player to your TV using the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT connectors, and set “COMPONENT OUT”
in “CUSTOM SETUP” to “PROGRESSIVE.”
Connect
directly
VCR
TV
SACD/DVD
player
S-link cord (supplied)
TV
SACD/DVD player
CONTROL S IN
S-LINK
S-LINK
CONTROL S
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AUDIO OUT
2
R
L
2
1
2
Y
P
B
P
R
SCAN SELECT
SELECTABLE
INTERLACE
PROGRESSIVE
1
PCM/DTS/
DOLBY DIGITAL
CONTROL S IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
DIGITAL OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
S-LINK
1
CD
L
R
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
S VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
Receiver (Amplifier) Hookups
SACD/DVD player
To AUDIO OUT
TV
To audio input
: Signal flow
Receiver
(Amplifier)
To an AC outlet
To S VIDEO OUT
To S VIDEO
input
To DIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
Take off the
cap.
To
DIGITAL
OUT
(COAXIAL)
or
To optical digital input
To coaxial digital input
Receiver
(Amplifier) with
a digital
connector, MD
deck, DAT deck,
etc.
or
Do not connect the AC outlet to a switched AC power
supply such as the AC outlet on a receiver (amplifier).
Doing so may cause the Playback Memory, Disc Memo and
menu settings to be cancelled when you turn off the
receiver.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
This connection is for listening to the sound through
speakers connected to a receiver lacking a built-in DTS or
Dolby* Digital decoder. Refer as well to the instructions
supplied with the component to be connected.
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If you have a digital component with a built-in DTS or Dolby
Digital decoder
You can enjoy multi-channel surround sound by connecting the
component via the DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL
connector using an optical or coaxial digital connecting cord (not
supplied).
For details on hookups and settings, see page 14.
