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DCS-353

XV-DV353 S-DV353

DVD/CD Receiver Speaker System

DCS-360

XV-DV360 S-DV360T S-DV360SW

HTZ151DVD

XV-DV151 S-DV151

HTZ252DVD

XV-DV252 S-DV1T S-DV252SW
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Operating Instructions

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future reference.
Location: rear of the unit

IMPORTANT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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[For U.K. model]
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your local dealer. If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for your socket outlet, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket. If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician. IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows ; The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

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VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each side).

WARNING:

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel. D3-4-2-1-4_En

For Australia Model

WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed. D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En

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CAUTION This product is a class 1 laser product, but this product contains a laser diode higher than Class 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. The following caution label appears on your unit. Location: top of the unit

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. S002_En

CAUTION The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 C +35 C (+41 F +95 F); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or D3-4-2-1-7c_A_En strong artificial light)
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filed with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain D3-4-2-1-3_A_En or moisture.
If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when D3-4-2-2-1a_A_En on vacation).
This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and D3-4-2-1-9a_En 93/68/EEC).
This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes (such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the warranty period. K041_En
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the D3-4-2-1-7a_A_En equipment.
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Contents

01 Controls and displays
Front panel. 6 Remote control. 6 Display. 8

05 USB playback

Using the USB interface. 22 Basic playback controls. 22 Scanning files. 23 Playing a JPEG slideshow. 23 Browsing files with the Navigator. 23

02 Getting started

Home theater sound setup. 9 Setting the channel levels. 9 Using the on-screen displays. 10 Playing discs. 10 Basic playback controls. 11 Resume and Last Memory. 11 DVD-Video disc menus. 11 Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus. 11 Listening to the radio. 12 Improving poor FM reception. 12 Memorizing stations. 12 Listening to station presets. 12 Listening to other sources. 13 Setting the sleep timer. 13 Dimming the display. 13
06 More tuner features: RDS
An introduction to RDS. 24 Displaying RDS information. 24 Searching for RDS programs. 24
07 Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus
Audio Settings menu. 25 Audio DRC. 25 Video Adjust menu. 25

08 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu. 26 Video Output settings. 26 Language settings. 27 Display settings. 28 Options settings. 28 Speakers settings. 28 Parental Lock. 28 About DivX VOD content. 29 Speaker Distance. 30
03 Listening to your system
Auto listening mode. Listening in surround sound. Using Front Surround. Listening in stereo. Listening with headphones. Using the SFC modes. Adjusting the bass and treble. Boosting the bass level. 15 15

09 Other connections

Connecting external antennas. 31 Connecting auxiliary audio components. 31 Connecting the S-video output. 31 Connecting using the component video output. 32 About progressive scan video. 32 Using the SCART AV output. 32 Recording mode. 33 Connecting using HDMI. 33 Switching the HDMI audio setting. 34 Resetting the HDMI connection. 34 About HDMI. 34
04 Disc playback features
Scanning discs. 16 Playing in slow motion. 16 Frame advance/frame reverse. 16 Playing a JPEG slideshow. 16 Browsing DVD or Video CD/Super VCD discs with the Disc Navigator. 17 Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator. 18 Looping a section of a disc. 18 Using repeat play. 18 Using random play. 19 Creating a program list. 19 Other functions available from the program menu. 20 Searching a disc. 20 Switching subtitles. 20 Switching language / audio channels. 20 Zooming the screen. 21 Switching camera angles. 21 Displaying disc information. 21
10 Additional information
Disc / content format playback compatibility. 35 Disc compatibility table. 35 About DVD+R/DVD+RW compatibility. 36 About DivX. 36 About MPEG-4 AAC. 37 About WMA. 37 Using and taking care of discs. 37 DVD Video regions. 38

Numbers Use to enter a title/chapter/track number. Press ENTER to select. If the disc is stopped, playback starts from the selected title (for DVD) or track (for CD/Video CD/Super VCD). If the disc is playing, playback jumps to the start of the selected title (VR mode DVD-RW), chapter (DVD-Video) or track (CD/Video CD/Super VCD).
If you want to clear the resume point, press (stop) while RESUME is displayed.

DVD-Video disc menus

Many DVD-Video discs contain menus from which you can select what you want to watch.
Sometimes DVD-Video menus are displayed automatically when you start playback; others only appear when you press MENU or TOP MENU.

Button What it does

Franais
TOP MENU Displays the top menu of a DVD
discthis varies with the disc.
Displays a DVD disc menuthis varies with the disc and may be the same as the top menu. Moves the cursor around the screen.

Italiano

ENTER RETURN

Numbers

Selects the current menu option. Returns to the previously displayed menu screen. Highlights a numbered menu option (some discs only). Press ENTER to select.

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Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus
Some Video CD/Super VCDs have menus from which you can choose what you want to watch. These are PBC (Playback control) menus. You can play a PBC Video CD/Super VCD without having to navigate the PBC menu by starting playback using a number button to select a track, rather than the (play) button.
Button What it does Displays the PBC menu. Selects numbered menu options. Press ENTER to select.

Resume and Last Memory

When you stop playback of a disc, RESUME shows in the display indicating that you can resume playback from that point. With DVDs and Video CD/Super VCDs, even if ejected, the play position is stored in memory.2 The next time you load the disc, the display shows LAST MEM and you can resume playback.
1 You may find with some DVD discs that some playback controls dont work in certain parts of the disc. 2 The Last Memory function may not work with some discs. For DVD-Video discs (except VR mode DVD-R/RW), the player stores the play position of the last five discs.
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Button

What it does Displays the previous menu page (if there is one). Displays the next menu page (if there is one).

AUTO Auto listening mode (see above) DOLBY PL (Dolby Pro Logic) 4.1 channel surround sound (use with any two-channel source) MOVIE (Dolby Pro Logic II Movie) Pro Logic II 5.1 channel surround sound, especially suited to movie sources (use with any two-channel source)
1 Press SETUP and use / F.SURR then press ENTER.3

to choose

2 Use / to select MODE ON or MODE OFF then press ENTER.4 After selecting MODE ON, you can use the surround listening modes with Front Surround.
1 If the source is Dolby Digital or DTS, the corresponding indicator lights in the front panel display. 2 Note that the input source must be switched to DVD/CD or USB for multichannel playback. If youre planning on recording a multichannel source, refer to Recording mode on page 33. 3 Note that the F.SURR option does not appear when headphones are connected or if the Recording Mode is switched on. 4 When set to MODE ON, make sure to follow the Setup Guide for best surround sound.
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Listening in stereo

You can listen to any sourcestereo or multichannelin stereo. When playing a multichannel source, all channels are downmixed to the front left/right speakers and the subwoofer.
Adjusting the bass and treble
Use the bass and treble controls to adjust the overall tone.

Press SOUND.

2 Use / to select BASS or TREBLE then press ENTER. 3 Use / to adjust the sound then press ENTER to confirm.
Press SURROUND repeatedly until STEREO shows in the display.

Boosting the bass level

There are two bass modes you can use to enhance the bass in a source.
Listening with headphones
When headphones are connected, only the STEREO mode is available.

Using the SFC modes

The SFC (Sound Field Control) modes can be used with any multichannel or stereo source for a variety of additional surround sound effects.

2 Use ENTER.

to select BASSMODE then press
3 Use / to adjust the sound then press ENTER to confirm. Select between OFF, MUSIC or CINEMA.
to select SFC MODE then press
3 Press / then ENTER to select an SFC Sound Mode. Select between OFF, ACTION, DRAMA, ROCK, POP, HALL or LIVE.
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Disc playback features

Chapter 4
Important Many of the functions covered in this chapter apply to DVD discs, Video CDs/ Super VCDs, CDs, DivX video and WMA/ MP3/MPEG-4 AAC/JPEG discs, although the exact operation of some varies slightly with the kind of disc loaded. Some DVDs restrict the use of some functions (random or repeat, for example) in some or all parts of the disc. This is not a malfunction. When playing Video CD/Super VCDs, some of the functions are not available during PBC playback. If you want to use them, start the disc playing using a number button to select a track.

During playback, press

(pause).
or / until slow 2 Press and hold / motion playback starts. Press repeatedly to change the slow motion speed (shown on-screen).
To resume playback, press (play).2
Frame advance/frame reverse
You can advance or back up DVD discs frameby-frame. With Video CD/Super VCDs and DivX video you can only use frame advance.
2 Press / or / to reverse or advance a frame at a time. To resume playback, press (play).2

Scanning discs

You can fast-scan discs forward or backward at various different speeds.1

Playing a JPEG slideshow

After loading a disc containing JPEG pictures, press to start a slideshow from the first folder/picture on the disc.3 The player displays the pictures in each folder in alphabetical order. If the disc contains WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC files, playback starts with the first file and the slideshow repeats until all the audio files on the disc have played back. Pictures are automatically adjusted so that they fill as much of the screen as possible.
During playback, press or to start scanning. Press repeatedly to increase the scanning speed (shown on-screen).

Playing in slow motion

You can play DVDs, Video CD/Super VCDs and DivX video at four different forward slow motion speeds. DVD discs can also be played in reverse slow motion.
1 Only one speed is available for DivX video discs. 2 Depending on the disc, normal playback may automatically resume when a new chapter is reached on a DVD disc. With Video CD/Super VCDs in PBC mode or a WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC track, playback automatically resumes at the end or beginning of the track. 3 The time it takes for the player to load a file increases with large file sizes. Discs can contain up to 299 folders and up to 648 folders and files combined.
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While the slideshow is running:
Button What it does Pauses the slideshow (or audio); press again to restart. Jumps to the previous picture (or audio le with audio playback). Jumps to the next picture (or audio le with audio playback).
The options available depend on the kind of disc loaded and whether the disc is playing or not, but include: Title Titles from a DVD-Video disc. Chapter Chapters from the current title of a DVD-Video disc.

More tuner features: RDS

Chapter 6

U.K. model only

An introduction to RDS
Radio Data System (RDS) is a system used by most FM radio stations to provide listeners with various kinds of informationthe name of the station and the kind of show theyre broadcasting, for example. One feature of RDS is that you can search by type of program. For example, you can search for a station thats broadcasting a show with the program type, JAZZ. You can search the following program types:1
NEWS News AFFAIRS Current Affairs INFO General Information SPORT Sport EDUCATE Educational DRAMA Radio plays, etc. CULTURE National or regional culture, theater, etc. SCIENCE Science and technology VARIED Usually talkbased material, such as quiz shows or interviews. POP M Pop music ROCK M Rock music EASY M Easy listening LIGHT M Light classical music CLASSICS Serious classical music OTHER M Music not fitting above categories WEATHER Weather reports FINANCE Stock market reports, commerce, trading, etc. CHILDREN Programs for children SOCIAL Social affairs RELIGION Programs concerning religion PHONE IN Public expressing their views by phone TRAVEL Holiday-type travel rather than traffic announcements LEISURE Leisure interests and hobbies JAZZ Jazz COUNTRY Country music NATION M Popular music in a language other than English OLDIES Popular music from the 50s and 60s FOLK M Folk music DOCUMENT Documentary
Displaying RDS information
Use the DISPLAY button to display the different types of RDS information available.2
Press DISPLAY for RDS information. Each press changes the display as follows:
Radio Text (RT) Messages sent by the radio station. For example, a talk radio station may provide a phone number as RT. Program Service Name (PS) The name of the radio station. Program Type (PTY) This indicates the kind of program currently being broadcast. SEARCH PTY search (see below) Current tuner frequency
Searching for RDS programs
You can search for a program type listed above.
Press the TUNER button for the FM band.3
2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until SEARCH appears in the display. 3 Use / to select the program type you want to hear. 4 Press ENTER to start the search. The system searches the station presets for a match. If it finds one, searching stops for 5 sec. 5 If you want to keep listening to the station, press ENTER within the 5 seconds. If you dont press ENTER, searching resumes.
1 In addition, there are three other program types, TEST, ALARM, and NONE. ALARM and TEST are used for emergency announcements. You cant search for these, but the tuner will switch automatically to this RDS broadcast signal. NONE appears when a program type cannot be found. 2 If any noise is picked up while displaying the RT scroll, some characters may be displayed incorrectly. If you see NO RADIO TEXT DATA in the RT display, it means no RT data is sent from the broadcast station. The display will automatically switch to the PS data display (if no PS data, the frequency is displayed). In the PTY display, NO DATA or NONE may be shown. In this case, the PS display is shown after a few seconds. 3 RDS is only possible in the FM band.

About DivX VOD content

In order to play DivX VOD (video on demand) content on this player, you first need to register the player with your DivX VOD content provider. You do this by generating a DivX VOD registration code, which you submit to your provider.1 Important DivX VOD content is protected by a DRM (Digital Rights Management) system. This restricts playback of content to specific, registered devices.
1 Resetting the player (as described in Error Messages on page 43) will not cause you to lose your registration code.
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Speaker Distance

Default setting: 3.0 m To get the best surround sound from your system, you should set up the speakers equal distances from your listening position. 1 Press HOME MENU and select Initial Settings.
The subwoofer (SW) can be set from 2.1 m to 0 m relative to the front left/right speakers.
6 Press to go back to the speaker list if you want to modify another speaker, or press ENTER to exit the Speaker Distance screen.
Select Options, then Speaker Distance.

to select a speaker.

Initial Settings Video Output Language Display Options Speakers

L C R SR SL SW

3.0m 3.0m 3.0m 3.0m 3.0m 3.0m
to change the speaker distance 4 Press for the highlighted speaker. 5 Use / to change the distance. When you change the distance settings of the front left (L) or front right (R) speakers, all the other speaker distances change relative to it.
Front left/right (L/R) speaker distances can be set from 30 cm to 9 m in 30 cm increments.1 The center speaker (C) can be set from 2.1 m to 0 m relative to the front left/right speakers. Surround left/right (SL/SR) speakers can be set from 6.0 m to 0 m relative to the front left/right speakers.2
1 The L and R speakers are paired; you cant set them differently. 2 XV-DV353/151 only Make sure to set them the same distance when using Front Surround (page 14).
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Other connections

Chapter 9
Connecting external antennas
For an external AM antenna, use 5 m to 6 m of vinyl-insulated wire and set up either indoors or outdoors. Leave the loop antenna connected.

Outdoor antenna

Connect the AUDIO IN jacks to the analog outputs of an external playback component. Connect using RCA pin-plug stereo cables.
XV-DV353/360 model These jacks are labeled LINE 2 on the rear panel. XV-DV151/252 model These jacks are labeled LINE on the rear panel.

Deutsch Franais

Indoor antenna (vinyl-coated wire)
Connecting the S-video output

Australian model only

5 m to 6 m

AM LOOP

For an external FM antenna, use a PAL connector to hook up an external FM antenna.
If your TV has an S-video input, you can use this instead of the standard video output for a better quality picture.
Use an S-video cable to connect the SVIDEO OUT to an S-video input on your TV. Line up the small triangle above the jack with the same mark on the plug before plugging in.

The DVD players lens should not become dirty in normal use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to dust or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service center. Although lens cleaners are commercially available, we do not recommend using them since some may damage the lens.
Installation and maintenance

Hints on installation

We want you to enjoy using this system for years to come, so please bear in mind the following points when choosing a location: Do.
Use in a well-ventilated room. Place on a solid, flat, level surface, such as a table, shelf or stereo rack.
Problems with condensation
Condensation may form inside the player if it is brought into a warm room from outside, or if the temperature of the room rises quickly. Although the condensation wont damage the player, it may temporarily impair performance. Leave it to adjust to the warmer temperature for about an hour before switching on.

Moving the system unit

If you need to move the main unit, first remove a disc if theres one in the player, then press STANDBY/ON on the front panel to turn the system off. Wait for GOOD BYE to disappear from the display, then unplug the power cord.1 Never lift or move the unit during playback discs rotate at high speeds and may damage.
Use in a place exposed to high temperatures or humidity, including near radiators and other heat-generating appliances. Place on a window sill or other place where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight. Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment. Place directly on top of an amplifier, or other component in your stereo system that becomes hot in use. Use near a television or monitor as you may experience interferenceespecially if the television uses an indoor antenna. Use in a kitchen or other room where the system may be exposed to smoke or steam. Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with cloththis may prevent proper cooling of the system unit. Place on an unstable surface, or one that is not large enough to support all four of the system units feet.
Screen sizes and disc formats
DVD-Video discs come in different screen aspects, ranging from TV programs, which are generally 4:3, to CinemaScope widescreen movies2, with an aspect ratio of up to about 7:3. Televisions also come in different aspect ratios; standard 4:3 and widescreen 16:9.3
Set to 4:3 (Letter Box), widescreen discs are shown with black bars top and bottom.
1 Unplugging the unit before GOOD BYE disappears from the display may cause the system to return to the factory settings. 2 Many widescreen discs override the systems settings so that the disc is shown in letterbox format regardless of the setting.
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Set to 4:3 (Pan&Scan), widescreen discs are shown with the left and right sides cropped. Although the picture looks larger, you dont actually see the whole picture.

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Troubleshooting

Incorrect operations are often mistaken for trouble and malfunctions. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Investigate the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after exercising the checks listed below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. If the system does not operate normally due to external effects such as static electricity disconnect the plug from the outlet and insert again to return to normal operating conditions.

General

Problem
The power does not turn on, or switches off suddenly (an error message may be displayed at startup).

Remedy

Wait for one minute before switching back on. Make sure there are no loose strands of wire touching the unit. This could cause the system to shut off automatically. Check that the speakers are connected correctly. Make sure the voltage of the mains power source is correct for the model. Try reducing the volume level. If the problem persists, take it to your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing. If youre using the line input, make sure the component is connected correctly (see Connecting auxiliary audio components on page 31). Press MUTE on the remote control to turn muting off.
No sound is output when a function is selected.
No sound from surround Refer to Setting the channel levels on page 9 to check the speaker levels. or center speakers. When TUNER or LINE is selected, you can only hear the source in stereo. Switch the input source to DVD/CD or USB for multichannel sound. Check that the Recording mode hasnt been switched on (see Recording mode on page 33). Check that you havent selected the STEREO mode (see Listening in surround sound on page 14). Connect the speakers properly (refer to the Setup Guide). Cant operate the remote Replace the batteries (refer to the Setup Guide). control. Operate within 7 m, 30 of the remote sensor (refer to the Setup Guide). Remove any obstacles or operate from another position. Avoid exposing the remote sensor on the front panel to direct light. TRAYLOCK shows in the Press and hold (eject) on the front panel for about eight seconds. Then the tray display and the tray cant can be opened/closed using (eject). be ejected. SND. DEMO shows in the display and the unit cant be controlled. Press and hold (stop) on the front panel for about five seconds. The disc tray ejects automatically to indicate the Sound Demo mode is disabled.

Front/surround speakers (T)
Enclosure.Closed-box floorstanding type (magnetically shielded) System.2-way system Speakers: Woofer.7.7 cm cone typex2 Tweeter. 2.6 cm semi-dome type Nominal impedance. 4 Frequency range. 70 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power.60 W Dimensions. 260 (W) mm x 1095 (H) mm x 260 (D) mm Weight. 4.2 kg
Enclosure. Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System. 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers. 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance. 6 Frequency range. 90 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power. 60 W Dimensions.115 (W) mm x 105 (H) mm x 114 (D) mm Weight. 0.6 kg

Center speaker (T)

Surround speakers
Enclosure. Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System. 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers. 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance. 6 Frequency range. 100 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power. 60 W Dimensions.105 (W) mm x 118 (H) mm x 114 (D) mm Weight. 0.63 kg
Enclosure. Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System. 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers. 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance. 4 Frequency range. 75 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power.60 W Dimensions. 270 (W) mm x 96 (H) mm x 90 (D) mm Weight. 0.78 kg

Subwoofer (SW)

Enclosure.Bass-reflex floor type System. 16 cm 1-way system Speaker. 16 cm cone type Nominal impedance. 6 Frequency range. 30 Hz to 2.0 kHz Maximum Input Power. 60 W Dimensions.190 (W) mm x 360 (H) mm x 317 (D) mm Weight. 4.2 kg
Enclosure.Bass-reflex floorstanding type System. 16 cm 1-way system Speaker. 16 cm cone type Nominal impedance. 4 Frequency range. 30 Hz to 2.5 kHz Maximum Input Power.60 W Dimensions.190 (W) mm x 360 (H) mm x 320 (D) mm Weight. 4.0 kg
Speaker cables (S-DV360T). 5 Speaker cables (S-DV360SW). 1 Small non-skid pads (for center speaker). 4 Large non-skid pads. 20
Note Specifications and design subject to possible modification without notice, due to improvements.
Non-skid pads (small). 12 Non-skid pads (large). 4 Mounting brackets. 4 Screws (for mounting brackets). 4
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This product includes FontAvenue fonts licenced by NEC corporation. FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. DRM (digital rights management) copy protection is a technology designed to prevent unauthorized copying by restricting playback, etc. of material on devices other than the PC (or other WMA recording equipment) used to record it. For detailed information, please see the instruction manuals or help files that came with your PC and/or software.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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PIONEER EUROPE NV

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PIONEER ELECTRONICS ASIACENTRE PTE. LTD.
253 Alexandra Road, #04-01, Singapore 159936 TEL: 65-6472-7555
PIONEER ELECTRONICS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
178-184 Boundary Road, Braeside, Victoria 3195, Australia, TEL: (03) 9586-6300
PIONEER ELECTRONICS DE MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.
Blvd.Manuel Avila Camacho piso Col.Lomas de Chapultepec, Mexico,D.F. 11000 TEL: 55-9178-4270 <06A000001> Printed in <ARB7352-A>

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HTZ151DVD
DVD/CD Receiver Receptor con DVD/CD

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Speaker System Sistema de altavoces

S-DV151

Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones

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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so that you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them in a safe place for future reference.
Location: bottom of the unit

IMPORTANT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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[US Military and Duty Free models only]
CAUTION : USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. CAUTION : THE USE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS WITH THIS PRODUCT WILL INCREASE EYE HAZARD.

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Information to User Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the users right to operate D8-10-2_En the equipment.

WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filed with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain D3-4-2-1-3_A_En or moisture.

VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation (at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each side).
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the D3-4-2-1-7b_A_En equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel. D3-4-2-1-4_A_En
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the D3-4-2-1-7a_A_En equipment.

Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 C +35 C (+41 F +95 F); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or D3-4-2-1-7c_A_En strong artificial light)
CAUTION The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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CAUTION This product is a class 1 laser product, but this product contains a laser diode higher than Class 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. The following caution label appears on your unit. Location: top of the unit
[US Military and Duty Free models]

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

[Central and South American models]

PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1

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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. D8-10-1-2_En

POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized service center or your dealer for a replacement. S002_En
If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make sure it is properly disposed of after removal. The equipment should be disconnected by removing the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when D3-4-2-2-1a_A_En on vacation).

AUDIO Selects audio channel/language (page 20). SUBTITLE Displays/changes the subtitles (page 20). ANGLE Changes camera angle during DVD multiangle scene playback (page 21). ZOOM Changes the screen zoom level (page 21).

English Deutsch

5 Cursor buttons, ENTER and tuning buttons
Cursor buttons Use the cursor buttons ( / / / ) to navigate on-screen displays and menus. ENTER Selects an option or executes a command. TUNE +/ Tunes the radio. ST +/ Selects station presets when listening to the radio.
Franais Italiano Nederlands
HOME MENU Displays (or exits) the on-screen menu for Initial Settings, Play Mode functions, etc.
Setup and other sound controls
SETUP Use to make various system and surround sound settings (page 9, 12, 14, 35 and 39). TEST TONE Outputs the test tone (for speaker setup) (page 9). SURROUND Selects a Surround mode (page 14) or switches to stereo playback (page 15). SOUND Accesses the sound menu to adjust the SFC Mode, bass and treble, etc. (page 15)
13 MENU Press to display a DVD disc or USB menu, or the Navigator (page 17 and 23). 14 RETURN Returns to a previous menu screen. 15 SLEEP Press to set the sleep timer (page 13). 16 VOLUME +/ Adjusts the volume.

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Display

RPT -1 kHz PGM MHz RDM PRGSVE SOUND DTS F.SURR.

2D 2PL

1 DTS Lights during playback of a DTS source (page 14). 2 PRGSVE Lights when progressive scan video output is selected (page 30).

10 Character display

11 Lights when sleep timer is active (page 13). 12 Lights during playback. PL II Lights during Dolby Pro Logic II decoding (page 14). D Lights during playback of a Dolby Digital source (page 14).
3 SOUND Lights when the SFC Modes or the tone controls (treble, bass or bass boost) are active (page 15). 4 F.SURR. Lights when the Front Surround listening mode is selected (page 14). 5 RPT and RPT-1 RPT lights during repeat play. RPT-1 lights during repeat one-track play (page 18). 6 PGM Lights during program play (page 19). 7 Tuner indicators Lights when a broadcast is being received.
Lights when a stereo FM broadcast is being received in auto stereo mode. Lights when FM mono reception is selected.
8 RDM Lights during random play (page 19). 9 kHz / MHz Indicates the frequency unit shown in the character display (kHz for AM, MHz for FM).

Button What it does Displays/exits the on-screen display Changes the highlighted menu item
Load a disc with the label side facing up, using the disc tray guide to align the disc (if youre loading a double-sided DVD disc, load it with the side you want to play face down).
3 Press (play) to start playback. If youre playing a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD, a menu may appear. See DVD-Video disc menus and Video CD/Super VCD PBC menus on page 11 to navigate these.
If you loaded a disc containing JPEGs, a slideshow will start. See Playing a JPEG slideshow on page 16 for more on this. If a disc contains a mixture of DivX video and other media file types (MP3, for example), first select whether to play the DivX video files (DivX) or the other media file types (MP3 / WMA / JPEG / MPEG-4 AAC) from the on-screen display.

HOME MENU ENTER

Selects the highlighted menu item saving changes
RETURN Returns to the main menu without
Tip The button guide at the bottom of every OSD screen shows you which buttons youll need to use for that screen.
4 Adjust the volume. Use the VOLUME control.

Basic playback controls

The following table shows the basic controls on the remote for playing discs2. You can find other playback features in the chapter 4.
Button What it does Starts/resumes normal playback. If the display shows RESUME or LAST MEM playback starts from the resume or last memory point (see Resume and Last Memory below). Pauses/unpauses a disc. Stops playback or cancels the resume function (if the display shows RESUME).

Playing discs

The basic playback controls for playing DVD, CD, Video CD/Super VCD, DivX video and WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs are covered here. Further functions are detailed in chapter 4.
1 If the player isnt already on, switch it on. If youre playing a disc with video, also turn on your TV and make sure that it is set to the correct video input. 2 Press
OPEN/CLOSE to load a disc.
1 The screen saver will appear after five minutes of inactivity. 2 You may find with some DVD discs that some playback controls dont work in certain parts of the disc.

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Button What it does Press to start fast reverse scanning. Press to start fast forward scanning. Skips to the start of the current track or chapter, then previous tracks/chapters. Skips to the next track or chapter.
Numbers Use to enter a title/chapter/track number. Press ENTER to select. If the disc is stopped, playback starts from the selected title (for DVD) or track (for CD/Video CD/Super VCD). If the disc is playing, playback jumps to the start of the selected title (VR mode DVD-RW), chapter (DVD-Video) or track (CD/Video CD/Super VCD).

Button

Pauses the slideshow and rotates/ips the displayed picture (press (play) to restart slideshow). Pauses the slideshow and zooms the picture. Press again to toggle between 1x, 2x and 4x zoom (press (play) to restart slideshow). Displays the Disc Navigator screen (see below).
Browsing DVD or Video CD/ Super VCD discs with the Disc Navigator
Use the Disc Navigator to browse through the contents of a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD disc to find the part you want to play. 1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select Disc Navigator from the onscreen menu.

Disc Navigator

Disc Navigator: Title 01- 49: - -
You can use either / / / and ENTER to select a thumbnail, or the number buttons. To select using the number buttons, enter a two-digit number then press ENTER.

Select a view option.

Disc Navigator Title Chapter

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Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator
Use the Disc Navigator to find a particular file or folder by filename. 1 Press HOME MENU and select Disc Navigator from the on-screen menu.

00:00/ 00:00 0kbps

Tip You can also play a JPEG slideshow while listening to WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC playback. Simply select the audio file you want to listen to followed by the JPEG from which you want the slideshow to start. Playback of both the slideshow and the audio files repeats. Playback controls are effective for the JPEG slideshow only. To play the contents of the whole disc rather than just the current folder, exit the Disc Navigator and start playback using the (play) button.
Folder1 Folder2 Folder3 Folder4
Looping a section of a disc
2 Use Use / list. Use / / / and ENTER to navigate. to move up and down the folder/file The A-B Repeat function allows you to specify two points (A and B) within a track (CD, Video CD/Super Video CD) or title (DVD) that form a loop which is played over and over.
to return to the parent folder.1 to open a highlighted folder.

Use ENTER or

When a JPEG file is highlighted, a thumbnail image is displayed on the right.

1 During playback, press HOME MENU and select Play Mode. 2 Select Random then select an option. For DVD discs, select Random Title or Random Chapter.
For CDs and Video CD/Super VCDs, select On or Off to switch random play on or off. Tip Use the following controls during random play:
Button What it does Selects a new track/title/chapter at random.
4 Repeat step 3 to build up a program list. A program list can contain up to 24 steps.
You can insert steps by just highlighting the position where you want the new step to appear and entering a title/chapter/track number. To delete a step, highlight it and press CLEAR.
1 You cant use repeat play with WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs. 2 You can set the random play option when a disc is playing or stopped. However, you can't use random play together with program play. You cant use random play with VR format DVD-R/RW discs, WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs, DivX video discs, or while a DVD disc menu is being displayed. 3 You cant use Program play with VR format DVD-R/RW discs, WMA/MP3/MPEG-4 AAC discs, DivX video discs, or while a DVD disc menu is being displayed.

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5 To play the program list, press (play). Program play remains active until you turn off program play (see below), erase the program list (see below), eject the disc or switch off.
Tip Use the following controls during program play:
Button HOME MENU What it does Save the program list and exit without starting playback. Skip to the next step in the program list.
Select a search mode. The disc must be playing in order to use time search.
4 Use the number buttons to enter a title, chapter or track number, or a time. For a time search, enter the number of minutes and seconds into the currently playing title (DVD/ DivX video) or track (CD/ Video CD/Super VCD) you want playback to resume from. For example, press 4, 5, 0, 0 to have playback start from 45 minutes into the disc. For 1 hour, 20 minutes and 30 seconds, press 8, 0, 3, 0. 5 Press ENTER to start playback.
Other functions available from the program menu
There are a number of other options in the program menu in addition to Create/Edit. Playback Start Starts playback of a saved program list Playback Stop Turns off program play, but does not erase the program list Program Delete Erases the program list and turns off program play

Language settings

Audio Language

If there is an English soundtrack on the disc, it is played.
Languages as displayed If there is a language selected on the disc, it is played.
Other Language Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see Using the language code list on page 39).
1 In the table, the default setting is shown in bold: other settings are shown in italics. Some settings, such as TV Screen, Audio Language and Subtitle Language may be overridden by the DVD disc. Often these settings can also be made from the DVD disc menu.

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Subtitle Language
If there are English subtitles on the disc they are displayed.
Languages as displayed The subtitle language selected on the disc is displayed.
Other Language DVD Menu Language w/Subtitle Lang. Languages as displayed Other Language Subtitle Display On Off Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see Using the language code list on page 39). DVD disc menus are displayed in the same language as your selected subtitle language, if possible. DVD menus are displayed in the selected language, if possible. Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see Using the language code list on page 39). Subtitles are displayed in your selected subtitle language. Subtitles are always off by default when you play a DVD disc.

Display settings

OSD Language
On-screen displays of the player are in English.
Languages as displayed On-screen displays are shown in the language selected.
Angle Indicator On Off A camera icon is displayed on-screen during multi-angle scenes on a DVD disc. No multi-angle indication is shown.

Options settings

Parental Lock DivX(R) VOD

Display

See Parental Lock below. See About DivX VOD content below.

Speakers settings

Setting Speaker Distance Option What it means Specify the distance of your speakers from your listening position (see Speaker Distance on page 28).

Parental Lock

Default level: Off; Default password: none; Default Country/Area code: us (2119)
To give you some control over what your children watch on your DVD player, some DVDVideo discs feature a Parental Lock level. If your player is set to a lower level than the disc, the disc wont play.

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Some discs also support the Country/Area Code feature. The player does not play certain scenes on these discs, depending on the Country/Area Code you set.
Setting/changing the Country/Area code

Connect the AUDIO IN jacks to the analog outputs of an external playback component. Connect using RCA pin-plug stereo cables.
These jacks are labeled LINE on the rear panel.
Connecting the S-video output
If your TV has an S-video input, you can use this instead of the standard video output for a better quality picture.
Indoor antenna (vinyl-coated wire)

5 m to 6 m

AM LOOP
For an external FM antenna, use a PAL connector to hook up an external FM antenna.
Use an S-video cable to connect the SVIDEO OUT to an S-video input on your TV. Line up the small triangle above the jack with the same mark on the plug before plugging in.

ANTENNA

PAL connector

S-VIDEO INPUT

Connecting auxiliary audio components
Using the stereo analog inputs, you can connect an external component such as a tape deck or MD player for playback through this system.

Tape deck, etc.

COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO

CR/ PR

CB/ PB

S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUTPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO O

CENTER

Y VIDEO OUT

L SPEAKERS

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Connecting using the component video output
If your TV has component video inputs, you can use these instead of the standard video output to connect this system to your TV.1 This should give you the best quality picture from the three types of video output available.
Use a component video cable to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT to a set of component inputs on your TV.

COMPONENT INPUT TV

COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO OUT
About progressive scan video
Compared to interlace video, progressive scan video effectively doubles the scanning rate of the picture, resulting in a very stable, flickerfree image. Progressive scan video is available only from the component video output.
Compatibility of this player with progressive-scan and high-definition TVs.
This player is compatible with progressive video Macro Vision System Copy Guard.2
1 The component video output is switchable between interlaced and progressive formats. See Video Output settings on page 25. 2 Consumers should note that not all high-definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 525 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the standard definition output (Interlace). If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model, please contact our customer service center.

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DVD-R/RW

Also compatible with KODAK Picture CD. This player supports the IECs Super VCD standard for superior picture quality, dual soundtracks, and widescreen support.

PC-created disc

Super Video CD (Super VCD)

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About DivX
DivX is a compressed digital video format created by the DivX video codec from DivX, Inc. This player can play DivX video files burned on CD-R/RW and DVD-R/RW/ROM discs. Keeping the same terminology as DVD-Video, individual DivX video files are called Titles. When naming files/titles on a CD-R/RW or DVD-R/RW disc prior to burning, keep in mind that by default they will play in alphabetical order.
Compressed MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 (MP3), Windows Media Audio (WMA), MPEGaudio 4 AAC Sampling rates: 32 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz Bit-rates: Any (128 kbps or higher recommended) VBR (variable bit rate) MP3/WMA/ MPEG-4 AAC playback: No WMA lossless encoding: No DRM (Digital Rights Management) compatible: Yes (DRM-protected audio les will not play in this player). File extensions:.mp3,.wma,.m4a (these must be used for the player to recognize MP3/WMA/MPEG-4 AAC les) File structure (may differ): Up to 299 folders on a disc; up to 648 folders and les (combined) within each folder JPEG file

DivX video compatibility

Official DivX Certified product. Plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX6) with standard playback of DivX media files.1 File extensions:.avi and.divx (these must be used for the player to recognize DivX video files). Note that all files with the.avi extension are recognized as MPEG4, but not all of these are necessarily DivX video files and therefore may not be playable on this player.
Baseline JPEG and EXIF 2.2* still image files up to a resolution of 3072 x 2048. *File format for digital still cameras Progressive JPEG compatible: No File extensions:.jpg (must be used for the player to recognize JPEG files) File structure (may differ): Up to 299 folders on a disc; up to 648 folders and files (combined) within each folder
Displaying DivX subtitle files
The font sets listed below are available for DivX external subtitle files. You can see the proper font set on-screen by setting the Subtitle Language (in Language settings on page 25) to match the subtitle file.2
Group 1: Albanian (sq), Basque (eu), Catalan (ca), Danish (da), Dutch (nl), English (en), Faroese (fo), Finnish (fi), French (fr), German (de), Icelandic (is), Irish (ga), Italian (it), Norwegian (no), Portuguese (pt), RhaetoRomanic (rm), Scottish (gd), Spanish (es), Swedish (sv) Group 2: Albanian (sq), Croatian (hr), Czech (cs), Hungarian (hu), Polish (pl), Romanian (ro), Slovak (sk), Slovenian (sl)

About DVD+R/DVD+RW compatibility
Only DVD+R/DVD+RW discs recorded in Video Mode (DVD Video Mode) which have been finalized, can be played back. However, some editing made during the recording may not be played back accurately.
1 Playback of.avi video files larger than 4 GB is not possible. 2 For external subtitle files the following subtitle format filename extensions are supported (please note that these files are not shown within the disc navigation menu):.srt,.sub,.ssa,.smi Some external subtitle files may be displayed incorrectly or not at all. The filename of the movie file has to be repeated at the beginning of the filename for the external subtitle file. The number of external subtitle files which can be switched for the same movie file is limited to a maximum of 10.

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Group 3: Bulgarian (bg), Byelorussian (be), Macedonian (mk), Russian (ru), Serbian (sr), Ukrainian (uk) Group 4: Hebrew (iw), Yiddish (ji) Group 5: Turkish (tr)
Using and taking care of discs

Handling discs

Hold the disc by its edges when handling so as not to leave fingerprints, dirt or scratches on either side of the disc. Damaged or dirty discs can affect playback performance. If a disc becomes marked with fingerprints, dust, etc., clean using a soft, dry cloth.
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

About MPEG-4 AAC

Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) is at the core of the MPEG-4 AAC standard, which incorporates MPEG-2 AAC, forming the basis of the MPEG-4 audio compression technology. The file format and extension used depend on the application used to encode the AAC file. This unit plays back AAC files encoded by iTunes bearing the extension '.m4a'. DRM-protected files will not play, and files encoded with some versions of iTunes may not play, or filenames may display incorrectly.
Apple and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Wipe lightly from the center of the disc using straight strokes. Dont wipe the disc surface with circular strokes. If necessary, use a cloth soaked in alcohol, or a commercially available CD/DVD cleaning kit to clean a disc more thoroughly. Never use benzine, thinner or other cleaning agents such as those designed for cleaning vinyl records.

Moving the system unit

If you need to move the main unit, first remove a disc if theres one in the player, then press STANDBY/ON on the front panel to turn the system off. Wait for GOOD BYE to disappear from the display, then unplug the power cord.1 Never lift or move the unit during playback discs rotate at high speeds and may damage.
Use in a place exposed to high temperatures or humidity, including near radiators and other heat-generating appliances. Place on a window sill or other place where the system will be exposed to direct sunlight. Use in an excessively dusty or damp environment. Place directly on top of an amplifier, or other component in your stereo system that becomes hot in use. Use near a television or monitor as you may experience interferenceespecially if the television uses an indoor antenna. Use in a kitchen or other room where the system may be exposed to smoke or steam. Use on a thick rug or carpet, or cover with cloththis may prevent proper cooling of the system unit.
1 Unplugging the unit before GOOD BYE disappears from the display may cause the system to return to the factory settings.

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Screen sizes and disc formats
DVD-Video discs come in different screen aspects, ranging from TV programs, which are generally 4:3, to CinemaScope widescreen movies1, with an aspect ratio of up to about 7:3. Televisions also come in different aspect ratios; standard 4:3 and widescreen 16:9.2

AUTO NTSC PAL

PAL AUTO
The system automatically switches on and youll see the new TV system setting in the display after seeing WELCOME.4
Player setting Media Type
Format NTSC NTSC PAL NTSC NTSC NTSC PAL PAL PAL PAL AUTO NTSC PAL NTSC or PAL
Set to 4:3 (Letter Box), widescreen discs are shown with black bars top and bottom.
DVD/Super VCD/ Video CD/DivX Video CD/MP3/WMA/ MPEG-4 AAC/ JPEG/no disc
Set to 4:3 (Pan&Scan), widescreen discs are shown with the left and right sides cropped. Although the picture looks larger, you dont actually see the whole picture.

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Files dont show up in the Disc Navigator/ Photo Browser. Cant play WMA or MPEG-4 AAC files.
The files on the disc must be named with the correct file extension:.mp3 for MP3 files;.wma for WMA files;.m4a for MPEG-4 AAC files;.jpg for JPEG files (upper or lower-case is OK). See Disc compatibility table on page 31. The files were recorded using DRM (digital rights management). This is not a malfunction.
Considerable noise in radio broadcasts.
Connect the AM antenna (refer to the Setup Guide) and adjust the direction and position for best reception. You may also connect an additional internal or external AM antenna (refer to Connecting external antennas on page 29). Fully extend the FM wire antenna, position for best reception, and secure to a wall. You may also connect an outdoor FM antenna (see Connecting external antennas on page 29). Turn off other equipment that may be causing the noise or move it further away. The tuning interval is incorrect for your country or region. See Frequency step setting on page 35 to switch the tuning interval. The radio signal is weak. Auto tuning will only detect radio stations with a good signal. For more sensitive tuning, connect an outdoor antenna.
Auto tuning does not pick up some stations.

USB connection

Problem Remedy
USB mass storage Make sure you have completely inserted the USB connector to this unit. device is not recognized Check that the memory format is FAT16 or FAT32. by the system. USB devices with an internal USB hub are not supported. Files dont show up in the Navigator/Photo Browser. Cant play WMA or MPEG-4 AAC files. The files must have the correct file extension:.mp3 for MP3 files;.wma for WMA files;.m4a for MPEG-4 AAC files;.jpg for JPEG files (upper or lower-case is OK). Make sure the file permission hasnt been restricted (through a password, etc.). The files were recorded using DRM (digital rights management). This is not a malfunction.

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Error Messages

Message

SND. DEMO CANNOT MUTING STEREO TRAYLOCK USB ERR EEP ERR EXIT

Description

The sound demo is on. See General in Troubleshooting on page 36. An operation is prohibited because DVD/CD isnt selected, headphones are connected, or TEST TONE is pressed during disc playback.
An operation is prohibited because the sound is muted (press MUTE). An operation is prohibited because the DVD/CD or USB function isnt selected. The tray lock is on. See General in Troubleshooting on page 36. See Important in Using the USB interface on page 22 for more on this. Contact your Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer for servicing. Appears when a menu is automatically exited after a set period of inactivity.

Resetting the system

Use the front panel controls to reset all system settings to the factory default.

Esperanto (eo), 0515

Country/Area code list
Country/Area, Country/Area code, Country/Area code letter
Argentina, 0118, ar Australia, 0121, au Austria, 0120, at Belgium, 0205, be Brazil, 0218, br Canada, 0301, ca Chile, 0312, cl China, 0314, cn Denmark, 0411, dk Finland, 0609, fi France, 0618, fr Germany, 0405, de Hong Kong, 0811, hk India, 0914, in Indonesia, 0904, id Italy, 0920, it Japan, 1016, jp Korea, Republic of, 1118, kr Malaysia, 1325, my Mexico, 1324, mx Netherlands, 1412, nl New Zealand, 1426, nz Norway, 1415, no Pakistan, 1611, pk Philippines, 1608, ph Portugal, 1620, pt Russian Federation, 1821, ru Singapore, 1907, sg Spain, 0519, es Switzerland, 0308, ch Sweden, 1905, se Taiwan, 2023, tw Thailand, 2008, th United Kingdom, 0702, gb United States of America, 2119, us

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Specifications

Amplifier section

RMS Power Output: Front, Center, Surround. 60 W per channel (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 4 ) 50 W per channel (1 kHz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 ) Subwoofer. 60 W (100 Hz, 10 % T.H.D., 4 ) 50 W (100 Hz, 10 % T.H.D., 6 )
FM antenna. Power cord. Power plug adapter (Central and South American models only). Warranty Card (US Military and Duty Free models only). Setup Guide These operating instructions

S-DV151 Speaker system

Front speakers
Enclosure. Closed-box bookshelf type (magnetically shielded) System. 7.7 cm 1-way system Speakers. 7.7 cm cone type Nominal impedance. 6 Frequency range. 90 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum input power. 60 W Dimensions. 105 mm (W) x 115 mm (H) x 114 mm (D) Weight. 0.6 kg

Disc section

Digital audio characteristics.DVD fs: 96 kHz, 24-bit Type.DVD system, Video CD/Super VCD system and Compact Disc digital audio system Frequency response. 4 Hz to 44 kHz (96 kHz sampling) / 4 Hz to 22 kHz (48 kHz sampling) Wow and Flutter. Limit of measurement (0.001 % W.PEAK) or less (JEITA)

FM tuner section

Frequency range. 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz Antenna. 75 , unbalanced

Center speaker

AM tuner section
Frequency range: With 9 kHz step. 531 kHz to 1602 kHz With 10 kHz step. 530 kHz to 1700 kHz Antenna. Loop antenna