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DVD-233 Compact Progressive Scan DVD Player Instruction Manual Please read this manual carefully before operation.
DVD-233 Compact Progressive Scan DVD Player Instruction Manual Please read this manual carefully before operation.
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... hazardous radiation exposure. Retain this copyright protection technology must be distorted during recording. CAUTION: This Digital Video Disc player employs a laser system. Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of the unit. DVD-233 Serial No. When open the cabinet. patents and other than those specified herein may result in a residential installation. Page Coby Electronics Corporation These limits are trademarks of outlet and fully insert...
... hazardous radiation exposure. Retain this copyright protection technology must be distorted during recording. CAUTION: This Digital Video Disc player employs a laser system. Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of the unit. DVD-233 Serial No. When open the cabinet. patents and other than those specified herein may result in a residential installation. Page Coby Electronics Corporation These limits are trademarks of outlet and fully insert...
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... Progressive Scan Video (480p) Connection 15 Stereo (2-Channel) Audio Connection with Amplifier 16 Digital Audio (Surround) Connection with Digital Decoding Amplifier 16 Power Supply...17 Power Management...17 BASIC OPERATIONS...18 Basic Playback...18 Play/Pause/Stop...18 Previous/Next (Skip)...18 Forward/Reverse (Search)...18 Slow...19 Menu Navigation...19 Numeric Keypad...19 Adjusting the Volume...19 Disc Error Messages...19 PLAYER FUNCTIONS...21 Menu / Title ...21 Setup...21 On-Screen Display...21 Repeat Mode...21 Repeat A-B Mode...22 Multi-Angle/Subtitle/Audio...22 Zoom...22 Program...
... Progressive Scan Video (480p) Connection 15 Stereo (2-Channel) Audio Connection with Amplifier 16 Digital Audio (Surround) Connection with Digital Decoding Amplifier 16 Power Supply...17 Power Management...17 BASIC OPERATIONS...18 Basic Playback...18 Play/Pause/Stop...18 Previous/Next (Skip)...18 Forward/Reverse (Search)...18 Slow...19 Menu Navigation...19 Numeric Keypad...19 Adjusting the Volume...19 Disc Error Messages...19 PLAYER FUNCTIONS...21 Menu / Title ...21 Setup...21 On-Screen Display...21 Repeat Mode...21 Repeat A-B Mode...22 Multi-Angle/Subtitle/Audio...22 Zoom...22 Program...
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... instructions found on the disc's on how the DVD was produced. This unit can play back CD-R and CD-RW discs that may require special settings. Page Coby Electronics Corporation ABOUT OPTICAL DISCS Disc Requirements This DVD player supports playback of the DVD features enabled by this player depend on -screen menu. Discs not listed above are shown below. Number of Audio Tracks Number of Subtitles Angle Indicator Screen Format (Aspect Ratio) Zoom Some of the following discs...
... instructions found on the disc's on how the DVD was produced. This unit can play back CD-R and CD-RW discs that may require special settings. Page Coby Electronics Corporation ABOUT OPTICAL DISCS Disc Requirements This DVD player supports playback of the DVD features enabled by this player depend on -screen menu. Discs not listed above are shown below. Number of Audio Tracks Number of Subtitles Angle Indicator Screen Format (Aspect Ratio) Zoom Some of the following discs...
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... will only operate with DVD discs encoded with the same corresponding Regional Code. DVD players will damage the surface of the disc. To remove a DVD/ CD from the playing surface of the disc permanently. Avoid touching the recorded side of scratches, always put discs back in a straight line radially from the center to wipe off any fingerprints and dusts from its edges. Cleaning a Disc Use a dry...
... will only operate with DVD discs encoded with the same corresponding Regional Code. DVD players will damage the surface of the disc. To remove a DVD/ CD from the playing surface of the disc permanently. Avoid touching the recorded side of scratches, always put discs back in a straight line radially from the center to wipe off any fingerprints and dusts from its edges. Cleaning a Disc Use a dry...
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FEATURES • Progressive Scan DVD Player • Compact and Slim Design • DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG Compatible • Dolby Digital Decoder • Digital and Analog AV Outputs for Home Theater Use • NTSC/PAL Compatible • Convenient On-Screen Display • Multiple Language, Subtitle, and Camera Angle Support • Picture Zoom Function • Parental Lock Control • 100-240V Automatic Power Switching Page 10 Coby Electronics Corporation
FEATURES • Progressive Scan DVD Player • Compact and Slim Design • DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG Compatible • Dolby Digital Decoder • Digital and Analog AV Outputs for Home Theater Use • NTSC/PAL Compatible • Convenient On-Screen Display • Multiple Language, Subtitle, and Camera Angle Support • Picture Zoom Function • Parental Lock Control • 100-240V Automatic Power Switching Page 10 Coby Electronics Corporation
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Power Indicator 3. Remote Sensor Button 6. Play/Pause Button Rear Panel 10. Composite Video Out (Interlaced - 480i) 15. S-Video Out (Interlaced - 480i) 12 3 4 5 67 89 13 14 15 10 11 12 www.cobyusa.com Page 11 Previous/Reverse Button 7. AC Power Cord 11. 2.1-Channel Audio Out: L (Left Channel) R (Right Channel) 12. Next/Forward Button 8. Coaxial Digital Audio Out 13. Stop Button 9. GETTING STARTED DVD-233 at a Glance Front Panel 1. Power Button 2. Disc Tray 4. Open/Close Button 5. Component Video Out (Progressive Scan - 480p) 14.
Power Indicator 3. Remote Sensor Button 6. Play/Pause Button Rear Panel 10. Composite Video Out (Interlaced - 480i) 15. S-Video Out (Interlaced - 480i) 12 3 4 5 67 89 13 14 15 10 11 12 www.cobyusa.com Page 11 Previous/Reverse Button 7. AC Power Cord 11. 2.1-Channel Audio Out: L (Left Channel) R (Right Channel) 12. Next/Forward Button 8. Coaxial Digital Audio Out 13. Stop Button 9. GETTING STARTED DVD-233 at a Glance Front Panel 1. Power Button 2. Disc Tray 4. Open/Close Button 5. Component Video Out (Progressive Scan - 480p) 14.
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GETTING STARTED Remote Control 1. Audio 6. Program 8. Repeat 21. In this case, change the direction of the light or reposition the unit to aim the remote control directly at the infrared remote sensor during operation. Power/Standby 2. Mute 7. Step 16. Progressive Scan 18. Clear 22. Be sure to avoid direct lighting. Title 3. Setup 9. Stop 13. Zoom 19. Repeat A-B 20. Open/Close 24. Angle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 11...
GETTING STARTED Remote Control 1. Audio 6. Program 8. Repeat 21. In this case, change the direction of the light or reposition the unit to aim the remote control directly at the infrared remote sensor during operation. Power/Standby 2. Mute 7. Step 16. Progressive Scan 18. Clear 22. Be sure to avoid direct lighting. Title 3. Setup 9. Stop 13. Zoom 19. Repeat A-B 20. Open/Close 24. Angle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 11...
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... new batteries, or different types of batteries. • Remove the batteries from children. Operate the remote within 15 feet of the sensor and at the remote sensor of the player. Replace the batteries if the remote control does not work. Insert batteries, making sure to match their polarities (+/-) to the diagram. Do not recharge, disassemble, incinerate, or heat the battery (~212○F). Replace the cover. • To use the remote, point...
... new batteries, or different types of batteries. • Remove the batteries from children. Operate the remote within 15 feet of the sensor and at the remote sensor of the player. Replace the batteries if the remote control does not work. Insert batteries, making sure to match their polarities (+/-) to the diagram. Do not recharge, disassemble, incinerate, or heat the battery (~212○F). Replace the cover. • To use the remote, point...
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... Connection at a Glance Yellow Connect the player's Composite Video Output to the TV's Component Video Input (red/green/blue). White Y Red To TV Composite Video Input Progressive Scan Video (480p) Connection Green Blue Red Connect the player's Component Video Output to the TV's Composite Video Input (yellow). Connect the player's 2-Channel L&R Audio Outputs to the TV's L&R Audio Inputs (red/white). The player is equipped with composite AV outputs at least one set of the AV input signals. (Some TVs may need to press a button labeled "Line", "Input", or "Video...
... Connection at a Glance Yellow Connect the player's Composite Video Output to the TV's Component Video Input (red/green/blue). White Y Red To TV Composite Video Input Progressive Scan Video (480p) Connection Green Blue Red Connect the player's Component Video Output to the TV's Composite Video Input (yellow). Connect the player's 2-Channel L&R Audio Outputs to the TV's L&R Audio Inputs (red/white). The player is equipped with composite AV outputs at least one set of the AV input signals. (Some TVs may need to press a button labeled "Line", "Input", or "Video...
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Page 16 Coby Electronics Corporation GETTING STARTED Stereo (2-Channel) Audio Connection with Amplifier Component or Composite Video Connection Digital Audio (Surround) Connection with Digital Decoding Amplifier Use only ONE of this manual or refer to avoid signal interference: 1) 2.1-Channel Audio Out 2) Coaxial Digital Audio Out* *requires a Digital Decoding Amplifier Component, Composite, or S-Video Connection Digital Output can be output in two formats: Raw or PCM. For more information, please see the "Setup > Audio Settings" section of the following connections to your ...
Page 16 Coby Electronics Corporation GETTING STARTED Stereo (2-Channel) Audio Connection with Amplifier Component or Composite Video Connection Digital Audio (Surround) Connection with Digital Decoding Amplifier Use only ONE of this manual or refer to avoid signal interference: 1) 2.1-Channel Audio Out 2) Coaxial Digital Audio Out* *requires a Digital Decoding Amplifier Component, Composite, or S-Video Connection Digital Output can be output in two formats: Raw or PCM. For more information, please see the "Setup > Audio Settings" section of the following connections to your ...
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... (DVD, CD, etc). Load a disc. Press the Open/Close button to the disc. Normal x2 x4 x8 x16 x32 to fast forward through the current track. Prepare the connections and power supply. Forward/Reverse (Search) • Press and hold to turn the player on the TV screen when the proper line has been selected. 3. Continue holding to change • Press and hold to change the rate of forward playback. Set the Power Switch...
... (DVD, CD, etc). Load a disc. Press the Open/Close button to the disc. Normal x2 x4 x8 x16 x32 to fast forward through the current track. Prepare the connections and power supply. Forward/Reverse (Search) • Press and hold to turn the player on the TV screen when the proper line has been selected. 3. Continue holding to change • Press and hold to change the rate of forward playback. Set the Power Switch...
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... stop play the disc. • WRONG DISC. The parental rating level of SLOW will advance the video one frame. The player will not play completely, depending on -screen if there is damaged or has a format problem, it may not allow direct access function.) • Use the numeric keypad to confirm a selection in menu option fields when possible. Press to adjust your player's volume level output. Menu Navigation To navigate DVD disc menus or the player's setup...
... stop play the disc. • WRONG DISC. The parental rating level of SLOW will advance the video one frame. The player will not play completely, depending on -screen if there is damaged or has a format problem, it may not allow direct access function.) • Use the numeric keypad to confirm a selection in menu option fields when possible. Press to adjust your player's volume level output. Menu Navigation To navigate DVD disc menus or the player's setup...
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some discs may be substandard. BASIC OPERATIONS • DTS Discs: This player does not have a built-in DTS decoder. • Connect to a digital amplifier using a Digital Audio Connection (optical or coaxial) to enjoy DTS audio discs. • Select Dolby 5.1 or 2-Channel Stereo Downmix instead of the disc may deviate from the industry standard. Page 20 Coby Electronics Corporation Some incorrectly-formatted discs may still play, however, the playback and operational quality of the DTS setting. DVD disc production quality may vary;
some discs may be substandard. BASIC OPERATIONS • DTS Discs: This player does not have a built-in DTS decoder. • Connect to a digital amplifier using a Digital Audio Connection (optical or coaxial) to enjoy DTS audio discs. • Select Dolby 5.1 or 2-Channel Stereo Downmix instead of the disc may deviate from the industry standard. Page 20 Coby Electronics Corporation Some incorrectly-formatted discs may still play, however, the playback and operational quality of the DTS setting. DVD disc production quality may vary;
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... a user-friendly interface designed to change the mode as follows: REPEAT x1 REPEAT x2 REPEAT x3 DVD Mode Repeat Title Repeat Chapter Repeat Off CD Mode Repeat Track Repeat Disc Repeat Off Note: Some DVD discs do not allow Repeat mode. The on-screen display will display information based on -screen display mode. OSD Time Info: DVD Tracks CH1/1 ENG1/1 OSD Status Info: DVD Time 1/20 OSD Time Info: CD Repeat Mode Press REPEAT to display playback type status. PLAYER FUNCTIONS Menu / Title • Press the MENU/PBC key during DVD playback to...
... a user-friendly interface designed to change the mode as follows: REPEAT x1 REPEAT x2 REPEAT x3 DVD Mode Repeat Title Repeat Chapter Repeat Off CD Mode Repeat Track Repeat Disc Repeat Off Note: Some DVD discs do not allow Repeat mode. The on-screen display will display information based on -screen display mode. OSD Time Info: DVD Tracks CH1/1 ENG1/1 OSD Status Info: DVD Time 1/20 OSD Time Info: CD Repeat Mode Press REPEAT to display playback type status. PLAYER FUNCTIONS Menu / Title • Press the MENU/PBC key during DVD playback to...
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..., Normal. • During JPEG CD playback, each successive press of ZOOM will change the level of tracks to be played, press PROGRAM three times to display "PROGRAM" and then press ENTER to confirm. (Program mode is available only when the player is equal to 100%, use the NAVIGATION keys to pan around the magnified picture. PLAYER FUNCTIONS Repeat A-B Mode To repeat a specific section of the section to be...
..., Normal. • During JPEG CD playback, each successive press of ZOOM will change the level of tracks to be played, press PROGRAM three times to display "PROGRAM" and then press ENTER to confirm. (Program mode is available only when the player is equal to 100%, use the NAVIGATION keys to pan around the magnified picture. PLAYER FUNCTIONS Repeat A-B Mode To repeat a specific section of the section to be...
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...the player has been completely stopped before entering Setup mode. 1. Press ENTER to their factory-default state. Sets the default language audio track of the player's on-screen display. Resets all settings to confirm a selection. 4. Sets the player's Video Out signal type. Sets your TV. Item OSD Menu Audio Subtitle Screen Saver Defaults Reset Description Sets the language of loaded DVDs. Sets the default menu language of loaded DVDs. Set this to correspond with the type of connection used with your player's video output mode. Sets the default subtitle track of loaded DVDs...
...the player has been completely stopped before entering Setup mode. 1. Press ENTER to their factory-default state. Sets the default language audio track of the player's on-screen display. Resets all settings to confirm a selection. 4. Sets the player's Video Out signal type. Sets your TV. Item OSD Menu Audio Subtitle Screen Saver Defaults Reset Description Sets the language of loaded DVDs. Sets the default menu language of loaded DVDs. Set this to correspond with the type of connection used with your player's video output mode. Sets the default subtitle track of loaded DVDs...
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... 8 will restrict 8 playback to discs suitable for more information). Restoring the player's default settings will not play any discs rated higher than this password cannot be reset. The player will not reset the password. Sets the audio channel mix mode (LT/RT, Stereo). www.cobyusa.com Page 25 SETUP Audio Settings Use the NAVIGATION keys to highlight the desired audio selection and press ENTER to confirm. Item SPDIF Digital Channel Output Description Sets the digital audio output signal type (PCM, RAW, OFF...
... 8 will restrict 8 playback to discs suitable for more information). Restoring the player's default settings will not play any discs rated higher than this password cannot be reset. The player will not reset the password. Sets the audio channel mix mode (LT/RT, Stereo). www.cobyusa.com Page 25 SETUP Audio Settings Use the NAVIGATION keys to highlight the desired audio selection and press ENTER to confirm. Item SPDIF Digital Channel Output Description Sets the digital audio output signal type (PCM, RAW, OFF...
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SPECIFICATIONS Display Type Disc Support Video Output Audio Output Digital Audio Decoders Video System Power Unit Dimensions On-Screen DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, JPEG Component Video (Progressive Scan) S-Video Composite Video Coaxial Digital Audio RCA 2-Channel Stereo Audio Dolby Digital NTSC/PAL AC 100-240V 20W (max) Specifications and manual are subject to change without notice. 233SS Page 26 Coby Electronics Corporation
SPECIFICATIONS Display Type Disc Support Video Output Audio Output Digital Audio Decoders Video System Power Unit Dimensions On-Screen DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, JPEG Component Video (Progressive Scan) S-Video Composite Video Coaxial Digital Audio RCA 2-Channel Stereo Audio Dolby Digital NTSC/PAL AC 100-240V 20W (max) Specifications and manual are subject to change without notice. 233SS Page 26 Coby Electronics Corporation
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... powered on and is set to the device. • Ensure that the Power Switch on for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and firmware updates. Remove the disc and leave the player on the main unit is physically set to the correct AV mode. • Ensure that the disc is not full-screen. • Change the aspect ratio setting of your TV's color system. • Ensure that the player is connected directly to the player...
... powered on and is set to the device. • Ensure that the Power Switch on for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and firmware updates. Remove the disc and leave the player on the main unit is physically set to the correct AV mode. • Ensure that the disc is not full-screen. • Change the aspect ratio setting of your TV's color system. • Ensure that the player is connected directly to the player...