T+A DVD 1230 R User Manual

Manual is about: T+A DVD 1230 R DVD Player

Summary of DVD 1230 R

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    V4.0 bestell nummer 9103 – 0284 user manual dvd 1230 r.

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    3 welcome. We are delighted that you have decided to purchase a  product. With your new dvd 1230 r you have acquired a top-quality piece of equipment which has been designed and developed with the wishes of the audiophile music lover as absolute top priority. Our innovative approach to solving prob...

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    4 important! Caution! This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 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 appear on your device: rear panel cla...

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    5 contents operating the unit front panel controls .................................................................................................... 6 operating the dvd 1230 r ........................................................................................ 8 switching on ....................

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    6 front panel controls on / off switch. The green led glows when the unit is switched on and ready to use. Note: if the dvd 1230 r is connected to a pre-amplifier, integrated amplifier or receiver within an 'r' system, it can be switched off, with the whole system, by pressing the button on the rem...

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    7 a short press opens the disc menu (see 'menu functions'). A long press switches on the on-screen control bar. A short press on this button switches on the 'shuffle' function (= playback in random order). A long press (around 2 seconds) switches the 'scan' function on. This means that every track o...

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    8 operating the dvd 1230 r switching on press the  button on the front panel of the unit. The green indicator led above the button lights up, as does the integral screen. The unit is now ready for use. Switch on the hi-fi system for stereo sound, and select the input for the cd/dvd player. To play ...

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    9 3.) selecting chapter and track - direct numeric input it is also possible to select a dvd chapter or cd track by entering the number of the section using the numeric buttons (  . . .  ) on the remote control handset. Note: if the number has more than one digit, press the digits quickly in sequ...

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    10 remote control of the dvd 1230 r introduction the machine is supplied complete with the f12 remote control handset, which provides remote control of all the player’s most important functions. In the illustrations those buttons which are required to operate the dvd player are marked " ". None of ...

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    11 the f1 system remote control handset the dvd 1230 r can also be operated using the  f1 remote control handset. Controlling the dvd 1230 r with the f1 system remote control basically involves exactly the same procedure as with the f12. Buttons of the same name have the same function as on the f12...

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    12 on-screen control bar almost all the functions of the dvd 1230 r can be controlled very con-veniently using the clearly laid- out „on-screen control bar“. The table alongside shows the meaning of the pictograms used in the control bar, and the media (dvd, cd or vcd) to which they apply (g). Calli...

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    13 playback program for each cd or dvd you can create a playback program, which is used to play only particular, selected titles or chapters on the disc. Playback programs can also be assembled for cds with the help of the tv screen. The tv set must therefore be switched on for all programming proce...

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    14 dvd / vcd special functions (menu operation and navigation) menu function a dvd may contain a disc menu with selection facilities for individual titles and / or chapters. Depending on the dvd, the disc may also contain games, bonus material or alternatives for camera angle, synchronous languages ...

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    15 static and single frames • for static pictures press the   button briefly during playback. • to call up the next single frame press the  button again briefly. • to resume normal playback press the   button. Note: single frame via control bar: under the point single frames can also be display...

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    16 switching audio channels usually you select the audio channel (e.G. Dolby digital, dts, mpeg, stereo etc.) in the disc menu when you start the dvd. Please follow the instructions included in the menu. However, the audio channel and the synchronous language can also be changed during playback, if ...

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    17 child security to prevent certain dvds and vcds being played without approval, the dvd player features a child-lock. If you switch on the child-lock as described below, the machine will only play the dvds and vcds you authorise (approve) without restriction. To play another dvd / vcd the user is ...

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    18 explanation of terms, useful information dvds can be recognised by the logo shown here. Dvds have a very high storage capacity, and offer top-quality picture and sound reproduction. Video cds (vcd) can be recognised by the logo shown here. They also provide digital picture and sound information, ...

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    19 cd a compact disc (cd) is a digital data medium which requires a little care in handling: • the surface of a cd may only be cleaned using a soft, dry cloth. Wipe in straight lines from the centre towards the edge. • never use petrol, paint thinners, disc cleaning fluids or similar agents. • cds m...

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    20 technical description oversampling the audio data on cds and dvds is stored at a sampling rate of 44.1 or 48 khz - i.E. For each second of music 44.100 or 48.000 sampled values are available for each channel. In the dvd 1230 r the audio data read from the dvd or cd is „multiplied“ to a higher sam...

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    21 filter 3 (pure bezier interpolator) this process delivers a perfect reconstruction of the original music signal. It exhibits no pre- or post-echoes of any kind, and does not add coloration or timing errors to the original signal. In sonic terms this method offers an impressive blend of naturalnes...

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    23 installation using the unit for the first time safety notes this chapter describes all the matters of fundamental importance for setting up and operating your dvd player. This information is not relevant to your daily handling of the system, but should still be read and noted carefully before usi...

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    24 back panel connections main analog out the analogue output of the dvd video player supplies a fixed-level output signal. It is designed for connection to a pre-amplifier, integrated amplifier or receiver with its own volume control. The output sockets should be connected to the corres- ponding (l...

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    25 video out picture output for tv sets, video recorders or surround decoders. S-video out socket for connecting svhs tv sets, video recorders or surround decoders. Av out (scart) socket for connecting tv sets, video recorders or surround decoders with a scart socket. The scart socket carries the hi...

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    26 setting up the dvd player carefully unpack the dvd 1230 r and store the original packing materials carefully. The carton and packing are specially designed for this unit and will be needed again if you wish to move the equipment at any time. Please be sure to read the safety notes in these instru...

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    27 wiring notes on wiring • you will find wiring diagrams on the following pages. • push all connectors firmly into their sockets. Loose connections can cause humming and other unwanted noises. • connect the analogue output sockets of the dvd player to the input sockets with the same designation on ...

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    28 wiring diagram 1: dvd 1230 r with digital surround decoder and integrated amplifier. Note: (see 'back panel connections', r link addr.) move the slide switch to the 'cd' position if the system does not include a separate cd player. If a separate cd player is present, the slide switch must be left...

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    29 wiring diagram 2: dvd 1230 r with sr 1510 r digital surround receiver. Note: (see 'back panel connections', r link addr.) move the slide switch to the 'cd' position if the system does not include a separate cd player. If a separate cd player is present, the slide switch must be left at the 'aux' ...

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    30 if the dvd 1230 r is to be operated in a non- system, the e 2000 remote control receiver must be con- nected to the rc-in socket if you wish to remote-control the player. Connect the tv set directly to the av-out socket on the dvd player using a scart lead. In this configuration the dvd is switch...

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    31 adjustments at the tv set if you own a  tv 720, tv 820 or tv 920 television, please carry out the following adjustments: configuring the tv 720, tv 820 or tv 920 no. F1 button select / activate menu point 1 call up menu 2 red device configuration 3 yellow device connection 4 blue euro 1 5 laser ...

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    32 basic device settings in the setup menu you can adjust the dvd player to meet your personal preferences. • switch the unit to stop mode: press the  button. • hold the blue   button pressed in to call up the setup menu. (f1: blue -rocker). • select the menu point 'osd' using the  /  but- ton...

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    33 digital output if you connect the surround decoder or surround receiver to a digital input, switch to 'all'. If your system does not include a digital surround decoder (pure stereo system) set the digital output to 'pcm' ( = stereo). If you select the 'off' setting, no audio signal will be presen...

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    34 safety notes all components used in this device meet the current german and european safety norms and standards. For your own safety please be sure to read right through these operating instructions. It is especially important to observe the safety notes and the instructions regarding setting up ...

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    35 approved usage this device is designed exclusively for reproducing sound and/or pictures in the domestic environment. It must be operated in a dry indoor room which meets all the recommendations stated in these instructions. Where the equipment is to be used for other purposes, especially in the ...

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    36 trouble-shooting many problems have a simple cause and a corres- pondingly simple solution. The following section des- cribes a few difficulties you may encounter, and the measures you need to take to cure them. If you find it impossible to solve a problem with the help of these notes, please dis...

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    37 problem: surround decoder / receiver fails to recognise digital surround programs (dolby digital or dts). Cause: the digital output of the dvd 1230 r is wrongly configured (pcm instead of all). Remedy: set the digital output to the correct all setting (see 'basic device settings'). Problem: nothi...

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    38 problem: the dvd will not start playing; the screen displays a request to enter the pin. Cause: the child-lock is active. Remedy: enter the release code. Alternatively: authorise the dvd, or switch off the child- lock (see 'child security'). Problem: if the dvd 1230 r is connected to a tv set dir...

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    39 specification mechanism: close-tolerance linear mechanism gaalas semi-conductor laser : 785 nm / 10 mw (vcd / cd) 650 nm / 7 mw (dvd) audio section digital filters: freely programmable 56-bit signal process, sampling rate converter with five selectable conversion algorithms d / a converter: doubl...

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     elektroakustik gmbh & co. Kg herford * germany.