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DVD Player DV-59AVi DV-S969AVi Operating Instructions DV-S969AVi only DV-S969AVi only
DVD Player DV-59AVi DV-S969AVi Operating Instructions DV-S969AVi only DV-S969AVi only
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... repair will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of NEC Corporation. [Except U.S., Canadian and Australian model] This product complies with IEC60958 bitstream, DVD-A and SACD media. Use of certain U.S. FontAvenue is compatible with the following locations ÷ Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong ÷ artificial light ÷...
... repair will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of NEC Corporation. [Except U.S., Canadian and Australian model] This product complies with IEC60958 bitstream, DVD-A and SACD media. Use of certain U.S. FontAvenue is compatible with the following locations ÷ Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong ÷ artificial light ÷...
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...using i.LINK 21 About i.LINK 22 Creating an i.LINK network 22 Connecting using HDMI 24 About HDMI 24 Controlling this player from another Pioneer component 25 03 Controls and displays Front panel 26 About progressive scan video 28 Compatibility of this unit with progressive-scan TVs 28 Display ...Let's Get Started 34 Using the on-screen displays 34 Setting up with the Setup Navigator . . . . .35 Playing discs 39 Basic playback controls 39 DVD disc menus 40 Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus . . . . . .41 05 Playing discs Introduction 44 Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of...
...using i.LINK 21 About i.LINK 22 Creating an i.LINK network 22 Connecting using HDMI 24 About HDMI 24 Controlling this player from another Pioneer component 25 03 Controls and displays Front panel 26 About progressive scan video 28 Compatibility of this unit with progressive-scan TVs 28 Display ...Let's Get Started 34 Using the on-screen displays 34 Setting up with the Setup Navigator . . . . .35 Playing discs 39 Basic playback controls 39 DVD disc menus 40 Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus . . . . . .41 05 Playing discs Introduction 44 Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of...
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...TV Screen 65 Component Out 65 S-Video Out 66 Still Picture 66 Language settings 66 Audio Language 66 Subtitle Language 67 Auto Language 67 DVD Menu Language 68 Subtitle Display 68 Display settings 68 OSD Language 68 On Screen Display 68 Angle Indicator 68 Background 69 Screen Saver 69 ... Output Mode 75 Speaker Installation 76 Speaker Distance 77 Channel Level 77 i.LINK Setup 79 Audio Out 79 Connections Setup 79 Auto Select Play 79 DVD-Audio Out 80 09 Additional information Taking care of your player and discs . . . . . 81 Handling discs 81 Storing discs 81 Discs to ...
...TV Screen 65 Component Out 65 S-Video Out 66 Still Picture 66 Language settings 66 Audio Language 66 Subtitle Language 67 Auto Language 67 DVD Menu Language 68 Subtitle Display 68 Display settings 68 OSD Language 68 On Screen Display 68 Angle Indicator 68 Background 69 Screen Saver 69 ... Output Mode 75 Speaker Installation 76 Speaker Distance 77 Channel Level 77 i.LINK Setup 79 Audio Out 79 Connections Setup 79 Auto Select Play 79 DVD-Audio Out 80 09 Additional information Taking care of your player and discs . . . . . 81 Handling discs 81 Storing discs 81 Discs to ...
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..., as well as digital audio from a single userfriendly connector. R Other advantages of using i.LINK include 1 Logos: 'smart' features such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD. audio is possible with Pioneer's PQLS (Precision Quartz Lock System) technology Built-in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution and high- HDMI is the first...
..., as well as digital audio from a single userfriendly connector. R Other advantages of using i.LINK include 1 Logos: 'smart' features such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD. audio is possible with Pioneer's PQLS (Precision Quartz Lock System) technology Built-in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution and high- HDMI is the first...
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...TruSurround technology is a trademark of the video output by Dolby Laboratories for Virtual Dolby Digital sound. Graphical on-screen displays Setting up and using your DVD player is made very easy using the graphical on-screen displays. *1 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered... with CD-R, CD-RW and CD-ROM discs that contain MP3 audio tracks. PureCinema progressive scan When connected to output SACD or copycontrolled DVD-Audio CPPM sources from the HDMI connection. *3 "i.LINK" and the "i.LINK" logo are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
...TruSurround technology is a trademark of the video output by Dolby Laboratories for Virtual Dolby Digital sound. Graphical on-screen displays Setting up and using your DVD player is made very easy using the graphical on-screen displays. *1 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered... with CD-R, CD-RW and CD-ROM discs that contain MP3 audio tracks. PureCinema progressive scan When connected to output SACD or copycontrolled DVD-Audio CPPM sources from the HDMI connection. *3 "i.LINK" and the "i.LINK" logo are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
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...Photo CD, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, CDROM*2 *2Except those that were recorded using a DVD recorder, CD recorder or personal computer may cause the disc not to be compatible with a sampling rate of 44.1 or 48kHz. Audio CD Video CD CD-R CD-RW Super VCD*1 Super Audio CD *1 DV-S969Ai only Other... formats, including but not limited to the following logos: DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R DVD-RW CD-R/RW compatibility • This unit will play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in the Compressed...
...Photo CD, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, CDROM*2 *2Except those that were recorded using a DVD recorder, CD recorder or personal computer may cause the disc not to be compatible with a sampling rate of 44.1 or 48kHz. Audio CD Video CD CD-R CD-RW Super VCD*1 Super Audio CD *1 DV-S969Ai only Other... formats, including but not limited to the following logos: DVD-Audio DVD-Video DVD-R DVD-RW CD-R/RW compatibility • This unit will play CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in the Compressed...
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... that are generally divided into one or more groups that can recognize a combined total of up to create the disc. Titles, chapters, groups and tracks DVD-Video discs are closed. • Use CD-R or CD-RW media for recording your MP3 files. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Track 6 CD-ROMs ... loaded, only the first 250 tracks/folders recorded on the disc will be further subdivided into one or more detailed information. • Check the DVD-R/RW or CD-R/RW software disc boxes for more titles. Title 1 Title 2 Title 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter...
... that are generally divided into one or more groups that can recognize a combined total of up to create the disc. Titles, chapters, groups and tracks DVD-Video discs are closed. • Use CD-R or CD-RW media for recording your MP3 files. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Track 6 CD-ROMs ... loaded, only the first 250 tracks/folders recorded on the disc will be further subdivided into one or more detailed information. • Check the DVD-R/RW or CD-R/RW software disc boxes for more titles. Title 1 Title 2 Title 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter...
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Your DVD player also has a region mark, which region(s) of the world. 1 5 2 1 6 2 3 4 5 2 4 13 En Discs from incompatible regions will play in any player. Discs marked ALL will not play in this player. The diagram below shows the various DVD regions of the world the disc is compatible with. Before you can find on the case somewhere that indicates which you start 01 DVD-Video regions All DVD-Video discs carry a region mark on the rear panel.
Your DVD player also has a region mark, which region(s) of the world. 1 5 2 1 6 2 3 4 5 2 4 13 En Discs from incompatible regions will play in any player. Discs marked ALL will not play in this player. The diagram below shows the various DVD regions of the world the disc is compatible with. Before you can find on the case somewhere that indicates which you start 01 DVD-Video regions All DVD-Video discs carry a region mark on the rear panel.
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You'll probably also want to use the S-Video or component video connections if they're available (or D video for the DV-S969AVi). 3 Connect the AV receiver's video output to a video input on page 75). • Alternatively, you want to connect a video output to it using the ... It's convenient to be in your AV receiver. The player also has optical and coaxial digital outputs should be able to hear multichannel sound from DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and SACD discs, we recommend connecting this player to a video input on this player to your AV receiver. one for the FRONT, one...
You'll probably also want to use the S-Video or component video connections if they're available (or D video for the DV-S969AVi). 3 Connect the AV receiver's video output to a video input on page 75). • Alternatively, you want to connect a video output to it using the ... It's convenient to be in your AV receiver. The player also has optical and coaxial digital outputs should be able to hear multichannel sound from DVD-Video, DVD-Audio and SACD discs, we recommend connecting this player to a video input on this player to your AV receiver. one for the FRONT, one...
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...receiver. 02 Connecting up • You usually have 5.1 channel analog inputs, make a stereo analog connection. 1 Connect one of video cable between your DVD player and AV receiver, and between your AV receiver and TV. AV receiver STEREO AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT (2ch) L AUDIO OUT (5.1ch) FRONT... 1 2 Y PB PR CONTROL VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT • You can use the AUDIO OUT 5.1ch FRONT L/R jacks for the DV-S969AVi). 4 Connect the AV receiver's video output to a video input on your AV receiver. Connecting using the multichannel analog outputs above). If your AV...
...receiver. 02 Connecting up • You usually have 5.1 channel analog inputs, make a stereo analog connection. 1 Connect one of video cable between your DVD player and AV receiver, and between your AV receiver and TV. AV receiver STEREO AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT (2ch) L AUDIO OUT (5.1ch) FRONT... 1 2 Y PB PR CONTROL VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT • You can use the AUDIO OUT 5.1ch FRONT L/R jacks for the DV-S969AVi). 4 Connect the AV receiver's video output to a video input on your AV receiver. Connecting using the multichannel analog outputs above). If your AV...
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... connector outputs every kind of digital audio that came with your receiver for the DV-S969AVi). • In order to be able to hear multichannel sound from SACDs... using i.LINK If you have to connect the same kind of video cable between your DVD player and AV receiver, and between your AV receiver. • The i.LINK connectors on this player do...LINK cables or switch off any components connected using i.LINK while this player is on. • Copy-protected 96kHz DVD-Video discs are downsampled to 48kHz when using the i.LINK connection. 1 Use the supplied i.LINK cable to connect...
... connector outputs every kind of digital audio that came with your receiver for the DV-S969AVi). • In order to be able to hear multichannel sound from SACDs... using i.LINK If you have to connect the same kind of video cable between your DVD player and AV receiver, and between your AV receiver. • The i.LINK connectors on this player do...LINK cables or switch off any components connected using i.LINK while this player is on. • Copy-protected 96kHz DVD-Video discs are downsampled to 48kHz when using the i.LINK connection. 1 Use the supplied i.LINK cable to connect...
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...pin and 6-pin configurations. With the addition of Sony Corporation. Check the operating instructions supplied with i.LINK Audio components, such as a DVD recorder or DV camcorder), or an i.LINKequipped personal computer. See also the receiver's operating instructions. • You can switch off the i.LINK output using... than 3.5 meters long. i.LINK connectors come in the network. 02 Connecting up • In order to hear multichannel sound from DVD-Audio discs, make sure that the digital audio and control signals from the other digital or analog audio jacks. It may not work...
...pin and 6-pin configurations. With the addition of Sony Corporation. Check the operating instructions supplied with i.LINK Audio components, such as a DVD recorder or DV camcorder), or an i.LINKequipped personal computer. See also the receiver's operating instructions. • You can switch off the i.LINK output using... than 3.5 meters long. i.LINK connectors come in the network. 02 Connecting up • In order to hear multichannel sound from DVD-Audio discs, make sure that the digital audio and control signals from the other digital or analog audio jacks. It may not work...
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...stored in one specification. A DVI/HDCP connection, however, does not support audio signals. HDCP is not possible to output SACD or copycontrolled DVD-Audio CPPM sources from the HDMI connection. HDMI or DVI appears in the front panel display according to the compatibility of digital audio that ...or DVI-equipped monitor or display, you can only be face up to 5 components). • The HDMI connection is compatible with , including DVD-Video, DVD-Audio (see below for more on these settings see HDMI Settings on your local audio dealer for limitations), Video CD/Super VCD, CD and ...
...stored in one specification. A DVI/HDCP connection, however, does not support audio signals. HDCP is not possible to output SACD or copycontrolled DVD-Audio CPPM sources from the HDMI connection. HDMI or DVI appears in the front panel display according to the compatibility of digital audio that ...or DVI-equipped monitor or display, you can only be face up to 5 components). • The HDMI connection is compatible with , including DVD-Video, DVD-Audio (see below for more on these settings see HDMI Settings on your local audio dealer for limitations), Video CD/Super VCD, CD and ...
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...mini-jack plug to connect the CONTROL OUT of one Pioneer component to control another . CONTROL OUT Pioneer AV receiver AC IN • My VCR is already connected to my TV, so there aren't any inputs to connect the DVD player. What should I watch DVDs? What did I plug it . 25 En What... should I do ? Most AV receivers won't convert from another Pioneer component This player has SR jacks which effectively gives you can buy a video...
...mini-jack plug to connect the CONTROL OUT of one Pioneer component to control another . CONTROL OUT Pioneer AV receiver AC IN • My VCR is already connected to my TV, so there aren't any inputs to connect the DVD player. What should I watch DVDs? What did I plug it . 25 En What... should I do ? Most AV receivers won't convert from another Pioneer component This player has SR jacks which effectively gives you can buy a video...
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.../ON RW COMPATIBLE HDMI PROGRESSIVE PURE AUDIO Î AUDIO/VIDEO OPEN/CLOSE ) $! ⁄› & * ‹ 15 14 13 12 11 1 STANDBY/ON (DV-59AVi) Press to switch the player into standby using the remote control; See also Component Out on . * These include i.LINK, HDMI, and the coaxial and optical...is recognized by another i.LINK compatible component. 3 HDMI indicator Lights when this player is stopped, press to a DVD-Audio disc, for the DV-S969AVi are the same except where indicated. the STANDBY indicator above the button lights when in progressive scan mode. ...
.../ON RW COMPATIBLE HDMI PROGRESSIVE PURE AUDIO Î AUDIO/VIDEO OPEN/CLOSE ) $! ⁄› & * ‹ 15 14 13 12 11 1 STANDBY/ON (DV-59AVi) Press to switch the player into standby using the remote control; See also Component Out on . * These include i.LINK, HDMI, and the coaxial and optical...is recognized by another i.LINK compatible component. 3 HDMI indicator Lights when this player is stopped, press to a DVD-Audio disc, for the DV-S969AVi are the same except where indicated. the STANDBY indicator above the button lights when in progressive scan mode. ...
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...-connected devices won't be recognized by pressing (play ) Press to start or resume playback (when in standby, this button will also switch the power on a DVD recorder in standby, this button will also switch the power on). 8 (stop) Press to stop the disc (you can resume playback by the player. •...
...-connected devices won't be recognized by pressing (play ) Press to start or resume playback (when in standby, this button will also switch the power on a DVD recorder in standby, this button will also switch the power on). 8 (stop) Press to stop the disc (you can resume playback by the player. •...
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This player is stopped. The monitors listed above are not compatible with the following Pioneer displays and monitors: • DV-59AVi - Use the PROGRESSIVE button on some TVs may momentarily break up when you switch the video output of this case, press the PROGRESSIVE button on ... be stopped. • If you connect a TV that is on-screen. • The picture on the front panel to see any picture at all. With a DVD-Video disc you will not be unlit). For other types of the picture, resulting in a very stable, flicker-free image. In this unit with a NTSC...
This player is stopped. The monitors listed above are not compatible with the following Pioneer displays and monitors: • DV-59AVi - Use the PROGRESSIVE button on some TVs may momentarily break up when you switch the video output of this case, press the PROGRESSIVE button on ... be stopped. • If you connect a TV that is on-screen. • The picture on the front panel to see any picture at all. With a DVD-Video disc you will not be unlit). For other types of the picture, resulting in a very stable, flicker-free image. In this unit with a NTSC...
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... when a Dolby Digital soundtrack is playing. 16 DTS Lights when a DTS soundtrack is playing. 7 TITLE Indicates that the character display is showing a DVD-Video title number. 8 Lights when 2V/TruSurround is active (see Virtual Surround on page 57). 9 TRK Indicates that the character display is showing...3 PRGSVE Lights when the video output is progressive scan (see About progressive scan video on page 28). 4 Lights during multi-angle scenes on a DVD disc (see Switching camera angles on page 54). 5 GUI (Graphical User Interface) Lights when a menu is displayed on page 75). 10 CHP Indicates...
... when a Dolby Digital soundtrack is playing. 16 DTS Lights when a DTS soundtrack is playing. 7 TITLE Indicates that the character display is showing a DVD-Video title number. 8 Lights when 2V/TruSurround is active (see Virtual Surround on page 57). 9 TRK Indicates that the character display is showing...3 PRGSVE Lights when the video output is progressive scan (see About progressive scan video on page 28). 4 Lights during multi-angle scenes on a DVD disc (see Switching camera angles on page 54). 5 GUI (Graphical User Interface) Lights when a menu is displayed on page 75). 10 CHP Indicates...
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...Using the Multi Dial on page 46). 21 FL (DIMMER) Press to change the camera angle during DVD multi-angle scene playback (see Switching camera angles on page 54). 16 SUBTITLE Press to select a ... off . press again to restart. 23 and / / and / Use for remote control operation. 28 TV DV-59AVi only Press TV to turn the TV on /off 2V/TruSurround. 25 CLEAR Press to clear a numeric entry... 27 TV CONTROL buttons DV-59AVi only VOLUME Use to adjust the volume. Controls and displays 03 12 Number buttons 13 MENU Press to display a DVD disc menu, or the Disc Navigator if a DVD-RW, CD, Video ...
...Using the Multi Dial on page 46). 21 FL (DIMMER) Press to change the camera angle during DVD multi-angle scene playback (see Switching camera angles on page 54). 16 SUBTITLE Press to select a ... off . press again to restart. 23 and / / and / Use for remote control operation. 28 TV DV-59AVi only Press TV to turn the TV on /off 2V/TruSurround. 25 CLEAR Press to clear a numeric entry... 27 TV CONTROL buttons DV-59AVi only VOLUME Use to adjust the volume. Controls and displays 03 12 Number buttons 13 MENU Press to display a DVD disc menu, or the Disc Navigator if a DVD-RW, CD, Video ...