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compatible region codes. You can find the region code of your unit by looking on the rear panel. Some discs are compatible with more than
one region (or all regions).
S1 S-video output - This S-video signal format includes aspect ratio information (4:3 or 16:9) within the video signal. TVs which are
compatible with S1 S-video automatically switch aspect ratio according to the signal. See also S-Video Out.
S2 S-video output - S2 is an enhanced version of S-video which, in addition to aspect ratio information, contains letterbox / pan & scan
information. Widescreen TVs which are compatible with S2 S-video automatically switch aspect ratio according to the signal. See also S-
Video Out.
Sampling frequency - The rate at which sound is measured to be turned into digital audio data. The higher the rate, the better the sound
quality, but the more digital information is generated. Standard CD audio has a sampling frequency of 44.1kHz, which means 44,100 samples
(measurements) per second. See also Digital audio.
Slideshow (DVD, Video CD/Super VCD) - A feature of some DVD discs in which still pictures recorded on the disc cycle automatically as
the audio is played. See also Browsable Picture.
Super Audio CD (SACD) - Super Audio CD is a high quality audio disc format that can accommodate high sampling rate stereo and
multichannel audio, as well as conventional CD audio all on the same disc.
Troubleshooting
Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble or malfunction. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the
points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If
the trouble cannot be rectified after checking the items below, ask your dealer to carry out repair work.
No sound out of the 8 analog outputs.
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Check the toggle switch on the back. Make sure it is in the center ‘Auto’ mode.
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Make sure the volume is turned up and the volume is not muted (blinking volume LED).
The disc won’t play or is automatically ejected after loading.
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Make sure the disc is free from dirt and dust and is not damaged.
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Make sure the disc is loaded with the label side face-up and aligned properly in the disc tray guide.
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Incompatible region number: If the region number on a DVD-Video disc is not region 1, the disc cannot be used.
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Condensation inside the player: Allow time for condensation to evaporate. Avoid using the player near an air-conditioning
unit.
Player suddenly stops after playing for hours.
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Player is too hot. Unplug player and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Relocate player to a cooler location. Do not block
vents under unit and in cover.
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Line voltage may be high or low. Line voltage must be within 10% of rated voltage. Player will not operate at voltages
under 118V or 218V, and may over heat at voltages over 132V or 264V.
DVD-Audio playback stops.
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The disc may have been illegally copied.
Picture playback stops and the operation buttons cannot be used.
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Press (Stop), then start playback again (Play).
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Switch the power off once, unplug from the wall socket, then plug back in and switch on again using the remote
STANDBY/ON button.
New settings made in the Setup screen menus while a disc is playing are ineffective.
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Some settings can be changed while a disc is playing, but are not effective until the disc is stopped then restarted: Press
(stop), then start playback again (Play).
Settings are canceled.
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When the power is cut due to power failure or by unplugging the power cord, settings will be canceled: Press STANDBY/
ON on the remote to turn the player off. Wait for –OFF- to disappear from the display, then unplug the power cord.
The remote control doesn’t seem to work.
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The remote control is too far from the player, or the angle with the remote sensor is too wide: Use the remote within its
operating range.
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The batteries are exhausted: Put in new ones.
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Try the other remote supplied.
No picture/No color.
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Incorrect video connections: Check that connections are correct and that plugs are inserted fully. Also check the video
cable for damage.
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Check that cables are connected to Input connectors instead of Output connectors.
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TV/monitor or AV amplifier settings are incorrect: Check the instruction manual of the connected equipment.
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The video output is set to progressive but your TV/monitor is not compatible with progressive scan: Change to a