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DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Contents DVD Player DV-SP404 DV-SP404E Instruction Manual Overview 2 Connections 17 Getting Started and Setting up ........24 Basic Playback 26 Thank you to achieve optimum performance and enjoyment. Keep this manual carefully before using your new DVD Player. A good understanding of its features and operation will allow you for future reference. Playback Techniques 30 Detailed Settings 40 Miscellaneous Information 49 En Read this manual for purchasing an Onkyo DVD Player.
DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Contents DVD Player DV-SP404 DV-SP404E Instruction Manual Overview 2 Connections 17 Getting Started and Setting up ........24 Basic Playback 26 Thank you to achieve optimum performance and enjoyment. Keep this manual carefully before using your new DVD Player. A good understanding of its features and operation will allow you for future reference. Playback Techniques 30 Detailed Settings 40 Miscellaneous Information 49 En Read this manual for purchasing an Onkyo DVD Player.
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... Table of Contents Basic Operation Overview Important Safety Instructions 2 Precautions 3 Introduction 7 Supplied Accessories 7 Features 7 Disc Notes 8 Before Using the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E ........ 11 Installing the Batteries 11 Using the Remote Controller 11 Front & Rear Panels 12 Front Panel 12 Display 13 Rear Panel 14 Remote... Controller 15 Connections Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E 17 Before Making Any Connections 17 AV Cables & Connectors 17 Basic Setup 18 Connecting Your TV 20 Connecting to ...
... Table of Contents Basic Operation Overview Important Safety Instructions 2 Precautions 3 Introduction 7 Supplied Accessories 7 Features 7 Disc Notes 8 Before Using the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E ........ 11 Installing the Batteries 11 Using the Remote Controller 11 Front & Rear Panels 12 Front Panel 12 Display 13 Rear Panel 14 Remote... Controller 15 Connections Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E 17 Before Making Any Connections 17 AV Cables & Connectors 17 Basic Setup 18 Connecting Your TV 20 Connecting to ...
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... remote controller *1. Though the color varies, the specifications and operations are trademarks, or registered trademarks of the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E DVD player. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are used under license from country to country) The ...DTS Digital Out" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. *3. Windows Media, and the Windows logo are the same. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 7 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Introduction Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: RC-616DV Remote controller...
... remote controller *1. Though the color varies, the specifications and operations are trademarks, or registered trademarks of the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E DVD player. DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are used under license from country to country) The ...DTS Digital Out" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. *3. Windows Media, and the Windows logo are the same. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 7 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Introduction Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: RC-616DV Remote controller...
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... "Video Mode (DVD Video Mode)" which have been finalized, can also affect playback. • The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E supports 8 cm and 12 cm discs. • The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E does not support disc types not listed. • Don't use discs with your disc burning software for other ...encoding compatible: No • DRM (Digital Rights Management) compatible: Yes (DRM-protected audio files will not play properly in the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E. • The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E supports CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in Video CD format, audio CD format, or ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 format with...
... "Video Mode (DVD Video Mode)" which have been finalized, can also affect playback. • The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E supports 8 cm and 12 cm discs. • The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E does not support disc types not listed. • Don't use discs with your disc burning software for other ...encoding compatible: No • DRM (Digital Rights Management) compatible: Yes (DRM-protected audio files will not play properly in the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E. • The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E supports CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in Video CD format, audio CD format, or ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 format with...
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... there's an obstacle between it at the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E's remote control sensor, as direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Remote control sensor DV-SP404/DV-SP404E 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (AA) in mind when installing the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E. • The remote controller will not work reliably if the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is installed in mind when installing the...
... there's an obstacle between it at the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E's remote control sensor, as direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Remote control sensor DV-SP404/DV-SP404E 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (AA) in mind when installing the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E. • The remote controller will not work reliably if the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is installed in mind when installing the...
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...a Video CD, audio CD, DivX Video, WMA/MP3/JPEG disc, or VR format DVD-RW disc. I (stop playback. B HDMI indicator Lights when the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is used to display the menu on a DVD-Video disc. L (OPEN/CLOSE) button [26] This button is used to On or Standby. C Disc tray... current chapter or track. Front Panel 1 2 3 4 567 8 9JK L MN A STANDBY/ON button [23, 26] This button is used to set the DV-SP404/DVSP404E to open and close the disc tray. D Remote control sensor [11] This sensor receives control signals from the remote controller. E TOP MENU button [28...
...a Video CD, audio CD, DivX Video, WMA/MP3/JPEG disc, or VR format DVD-RW disc. I (stop playback. B HDMI indicator Lights when the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is used to display the menu on a DVD-Video disc. L (OPEN/CLOSE) button [26] This button is used to On or Standby. C Disc tray... current chapter or track. Front Panel 1 2 3 4 567 8 9JK L MN A STANDBY/ON button [23, 26] This button is used to set the DV-SP404/DVSP404E to open and close the disc tray. D Remote control sensor [11] This sensor receives control signals from the remote controller. E TOP MENU button [28...
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...) This connector can be used to connect a TV or projector with an HDMI input. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 14 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Front & Rear Panels-Continued Rear Panel DV-SP404 North American model 1 3 456 9 DV-SP404 Oceanian model 1 2 3 456 9 DV-SP404E European model 1 3 456 8 7 8 A HDMI OUT [21] This connector can be used to connect a TV...
...) This connector can be used to connect a TV or projector with an HDMI input. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 14 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Front & Rear Panels-Continued Rear Panel DV-SP404 North American model 1 3 456 9 DV-SP404 Oceanian model 1 2 3 456 9 DV-SP404E European model 1 3 456 8 7 8 A HDMI OUT [21] This connector can be used to connect a TV...
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... /( ) button [27, 30, 31] This button is used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers and to turn on the DV-SP404/DVSP404E. F RETURN button [24, 28] This button is used to return to stop playback. H ANGLE button [39] This button is used to... 7 AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE ZOOM S 8 T 9 U J V K W RC-616DV A STANDBY button [23] This button is used to set the DV-SP404/DVSP404E to select camera angles on DVD-Video discs. Don't turn on the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E until you can select left-channel, right- B ON button [23] This button is used to navigate onscreen menus. C Number...
... /( ) button [27, 30, 31] This button is used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers and to turn on the DV-SP404/DVSP404E. F RETURN button [24, 28] This button is used to return to stop playback. H ANGLE button [39] This button is used to... 7 AUDIO ANGLE SUBTITLE ZOOM S 8 T 9 U J V K W RC-616DV A STANDBY button [23] This button is used to set the DV-SP404/DVSP404E to select camera angles on DVD-Video discs. Don't turn on the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E until you can select left-channel, right- B ON button [23] This button is used to navigate onscreen menus. C Number...
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... audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled "L"). Composite video can be found on virtually all TVs, VCRs, and video equipment. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 17 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E Before Making Any Connections • Read the manuals supplied with protective cap. Use red plugs to connect composite video inputs...
... audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled "L"). Composite video can be found on virtually all TVs, VCRs, and video equipment. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 17 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E Before Making Any Connections • Read the manuals supplied with protective cap. Use red plugs to connect composite video inputs...
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... allows you want to use a component, SVideo cable or SCART cable for more information.) • When connecting to "Progressive." 1. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 18 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Basic Setup The setup described here is played through the speakers in your TV. (This player may also not...
... allows you want to use a component, SVideo cable or SCART cable for more information.) • When connecting to "Progressive." 1. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 18 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Basic Setup The setup described here is played through the speakers in your TV. (This player may also not...
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... to progressive, you connect a TV that the user switch the connection to the "standard definition" output (Interlace). DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 19 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Switching the video output to interlace using the front panel controls Switch the player to standby then, using the...
... to progressive, you connect a TV that the user switch the connection to the "standard definition" output (Interlace). DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 19 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Switching the video output to interlace using the front panel controls Switch the player to standby then, using the...
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... use a SCART cable to connect this instead of the higher quality settings. Consult the manual that came with all TVs. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 20 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Connecting Your TV • Connect the DVD Player to see "Video Out settings - Note: • To set up...
... use a SCART cable to connect this instead of the higher quality settings. Consult the manual that came with all TVs. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 20 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Connecting Your TV • Connect the DVD Player to see "Video Out settings - Note: • To set up...
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... AV components. The HDMI connector outputs uncompressed digital video, as well as Doldy Digital, DTS and MPEG audio bitstream. 21 DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 21 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Using HDMI If you have a HDMI equipped monitor or display, you have connected, using a DVI connection may result...
... AV components. The HDMI connector outputs uncompressed digital video, as well as Doldy Digital, DTS and MPEG audio bitstream. 21 DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 21 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Using HDMI If you have a HDMI equipped monitor or display, you have connected, using a DVI connection may result...
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...other COAXIAL AV receiver Note: • North American and European models have only coaxial digital jack. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 22 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Connecting to an AV Receiver Although you can reproduce the DVD Player's sound from the TV ...Tip: • You usually have to a set of the video outputs available on your AV receiver has Zone2, you must connect the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E's analog audio outputs to a video input on this player to your AV receiver. To reproduce Dolby Digital surround and DTS surround sound, you...
...other COAXIAL AV receiver Note: • North American and European models have only coaxial digital jack. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 22 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E-Continued Connecting to an AV Receiver Although you can reproduce the DVD Player's sound from the TV ...Tip: • You usually have to a set of the video outputs available on your AV receiver has Zone2, you must connect the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E's analog audio outputs to a video input on this player to your AV receiver. To reproduce Dolby Digital surround and DTS surround sound, you...
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.... Always connect by plugging into the power outlet on the wall. RC-616DV SP404/DV-SP404E or ON on the DV- DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 23 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the Power/Turning on the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E Before connecting • Make sure that all the connections on pages 17 - ... European model; Doing so may cause an electric shock. The DVD Player turns on. • To put the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E in the standby mode for use with the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E and should not be used with any other device. • Never have the power cord disconnected from the wall...
.... Always connect by plugging into the power outlet on the wall. RC-616DV SP404/DV-SP404E or ON on the DV- DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 23 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Connecting the Power/Turning on the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E Before connecting • Make sure that all the connections on pages 17 - ... European model; Doing so may cause an electric shock. The DVD Player turns on. • To put the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E in the standby mode for use with the DV-SP404/ DV-SP404E and should not be used with any other device. • Never have the power cord disconnected from the wall...
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... wrong input source is intended for possible causes and remedies. Before you still can't resolve the issue yourself, please contact your Onkyo dealer. The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is not centered in the disc tray. Chapters or tracks don't play in the correct You are using these functions. External ...The disc cannot be played (page 50). If there's a power failure, or the power Settings are lost. Reset the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E to which the DVSP404/DV-SP404E is not centered in the disc tray. Buttons on again. The disc is not connected properly. Place the disc in the...
... wrong input source is intended for possible causes and remedies. Before you still can't resolve the issue yourself, please contact your Onkyo dealer. The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is not centered in the disc tray. Chapters or tracks don't play in the correct You are using these functions. External ...The disc cannot be played (page 50). If there's a power failure, or the power Settings are lost. Reset the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E to which the DVSP404/DV-SP404E is not centered in the disc tray. Buttons on again. The disc is not connected properly. Place the disc in the...
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... (page 27). Set the TV Screen setting to "96 kHz." The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E doesn't fully support multisession discs. The DV-SP404/DVSP404E displays the wrong messages? On your TV, hi-fi amp, or AV receiver. A DV-SP404/DV-SP404E Digital Audio Check the Digital Audio Out settings and correct Out setting is ... CD uses the DTS audio format and you need to connect one of the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E's digital outputs to a digital input on a hi-fi amp or AV receiver that don't conform to the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E's audio outputs is either not on your TV, hi-fi amp, or AV...
... (page 27). Set the TV Screen setting to "96 kHz." The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E doesn't fully support multisession discs. The DV-SP404/DVSP404E displays the wrong messages? On your TV, hi-fi amp, or AV receiver. A DV-SP404/DV-SP404E Digital Audio Check the Digital Audio Out settings and correct Out setting is ... CD uses the DTS audio format and you need to connect one of the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E's digital outputs to a digital input on a hi-fi amp or AV receiver that don't conform to the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E's audio outputs is either not on your TV, hi-fi amp, or AV...
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...9). Remote Controller 56 There are no batteries in a cabinet with new batteries (page 11). The batteries are not recognized. If the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is installed in the remote controller. Only Baseline JPEG files are not recognized. Install new batteries (page 11). Can't select MP3... with colored glass doors, the remote controller may not work OK but those on . A strong light source is interfering with Make sure that the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is not ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 for- Finalize the disc (page 8). Don't use a cabinet without a ".jpg" or ".JPG" ...
...9). Remote Controller 56 There are no batteries in a cabinet with new batteries (page 11). The batteries are not recognized. If the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is installed in the remote controller. Only Baseline JPEG files are not recognized. Install new batteries (page 11). Can't select MP3... with colored glass doors, the remote controller may not work OK but those on . A strong light source is interfering with Make sure that the DV-SP404/DV-SP404E is not ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 for- Finalize the disc (page 8). Don't use a cabinet without a ".jpg" or ".JPG" ...
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...be compliant with HDCP) doesn't work . Note: • Static electricity or other components and electrical appliances being used. The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E contains a microcomputer for trouble or malfunction. No HDMI video output No multichannel HDMI audio. See HDMI Resolution on the component ...cable is connected properly and that the cable isn't damaged. • Check that the cable isn't dam- In this player. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 57 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Troubleshooting-Continued HDMI troubleshooting Incorrect operation is often mistaken for signal processing...
...be compliant with HDCP) doesn't work . Note: • Static electricity or other components and electrical appliances being used. The DV-SP404/DV-SP404E contains a microcomputer for trouble or malfunction. No HDMI video output No multichannel HDMI audio. See HDMI Resolution on the component ...cable is connected properly and that the cable isn't damaged. • Check that the cable isn't dam- In this player. DV-SP404.404E_En.book Page 57 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 1:50 PM Troubleshooting-Continued HDMI troubleshooting Incorrect operation is often mistaken for signal processing...