Hitachi DV-DS253A, DV-DS163A manual Rear Panel, Connecting to the Aerial, RF coaxial connection

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Hookup and Settings

Rear Panel

AERIAL

Connect the aerial to this terminal.

HDMI Connector (Type A)

HDMI output providing a high quality interface for digital audio and video (page 14).

AV (VIDEO) OUT

Connect to a TV with video inputs.

AV 1 (VIDEO) IN

Connect the video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).

AV 1 (AUDIO) IN (Left/Right)

Connect the audio output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).

AV (AUDIO) OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

Connecting to the Aerial

Remove the aerial cable plug from your TV set and insert it into the aerial socket at the back of the recorder. Plug one end of the aerial cable into the TV socket on the recorder and the other end into the aerial input socket on your TV set.

RF coaxial connection

Connect the RF. OUT jack on the recorder to the aerial input jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). The RF. OUT jack passes the signal through from the AERIAL jack.

COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack) Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

Cooling fan

AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

RF. OUT

Passes the signal from the AERIAL to your TV/ monitor

S-VIDEO OUT

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

Rear of TV

Aerial

Rear of the recorder

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Contents 01EN01DVDS253AAU.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 339 PM Serial Number Contents Title List and Editing DubbingReference Symbol Used in this Manual About the Symbol DisplayMoisture Condensation Accessories Recordable and Playable DiscsPlayable Discs IntroductionRecordable DVD discs Example Remote Control Operation Availability of copying or moving featureRemote Control Battery Installation About the internal hard disk driveUsing Memory Card Card useable on this unitRegarding Write Protect Inserting/Removing the Memory CardFront Panel Remote Control Connecting to the Aerial Rear PanelRF coaxial connection Hookup and Settings Connections to Your TVHdmi connection Hdmi compatible TV Rear of the recorder About HdmiConnecting to an Amplifier Digital Multi-channel soundAmplifier Receiver Accessory Audio/Video Connections Connecting to the Input 1 or Input 2 JacksConnecting a Digital Camcorder DV Digital Camcorder Front of the recorderUsing the Home Menu Initial SettingsGeneral Settings General OperationProgram Edit Manual Clock SetTV Aspect Standard and Wide Program EditLanguage Settings SettingsLock Parental Control Settings Recording Settings Disc Settings Auto ChapterDisc Format FinalizeDisc Label Disc ProtectGeneral Explanation On-Screen Display Displaying Information While Watching TVDisplaying Disc Information on-screen General Playback Features PlaybackButtons Operations Discs HDD If a menu screen is displayed DVD VCD Moving to another Title HDD RAMMarker Search Time Search HDD RAM -RWVR-RWVideoPlaying a DivX Movie File 3D Surround RAM -RWVR-RWVideo-RLast Condition Memory DVD Movie List menu options DivX file requirementPlayable Audio format AC3, PCM, MP2, MP3, WMA Playing an Audio CD or MP3/ WMA file Audio CD and Music menu optionsRandom MP3/WMA audio file requirementProgram Playback with Audio CD/MP3/WMA Viewing a Jpeg File Photo List menu optionsPhoto file requirement Skip ImagesRotate Images View Slide ShowsEditing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX file Erasing a files/foldersNaming a file Copying a files to another media or folder Moving a filesAbout DVD recording About HDD recordingRecording time and picture quality Disc typesTime Shift HDD RecordingBasic Recording from a TV Changing TV Audio ChannelTo Pause the Recording Instant Timer Recording Timer RecordingChecking the Recording Time To Extend the Recording Time01EN01DVDS253AAU.book Page 40 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 339 PM CODESystem S / TChecking Timer Recording Details Stopping a Timer Recording in ProgressTimer Recording Troubleshooting Recording from an External InputTroubleshooting Recording from DV InputBefore DV dubbing Recording from a Digital CamcorderSimultaneous recording and playback Playback another title during recordingPlayback current title during recording Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview Title List and Editing01EN01DVDS253AAU.book Page 46 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 339 PM Original and Playlist Editing VR Mode Adding Chapter MarkersChanging Title Thumbnails Titles, Chapters and PartsMaking a New Playlist Adding Title/Chapters to Deleting a Part HDD RAM -RWVR Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/ChapterNaming a Title HDD RAM -RWVR Time Search HDD RAM -RWVRSort HDD Undoing/Redoing RAM -RWVRCombining Titles HDD Divide HDD +RW Combining ChaptersMoving a Playlist Chapter Hide a Chapter/Title +RW +RProtect a Title Full PlayWhat is ‘CPRM’? Before DubbingFast copying Maximum 12× Dubbing from HDD to DVD Dubbing from DVD to HDDDubbing Re-encode copyingOne Touch Copy HDD to DVD One Touch Copy DVD to HDDAdditional Information ReferenceOverwriting Recording +RW Display on other Recorders or PlayersLanguage Codes Area CodesControlling TV with Remote Control Controlling other TVs with the remoteCode numbers of controllable TVs TV Control Buttons By pressing You canCS-ELECTRONICS Reference Troubleshooting Symptom Cause SolutionResetting the recorder Specifications 01EN01DVDS253AAU.book Page 1 Wednesday, June 7, 2006 339 PM *5$

DV-DS253A, DV-DS163A specifications

The Hitachi DV-DS163A and DV-DS253A are two versatile DVD players that deliver an impressive array of features designed to enhance your home entertainment experience. With a focus on quality and convenience, these players cater to a wide range of multimedia needs.

The DV-DS163A is a compact and user-friendly model that supports a variety of disc formats including DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, and CD. One of its main features is the progressive scan output, ensuring a clearer, sharper picture by reducing motion blur and making it ideal for viewing high-quality video content. This player is equipped with a 3D digital comb filter that improves video quality by reducing unwanted artifacts and enhancing color accuracy, bringing your movies and shows to life.

On the other hand, the DV-DS253A takes the experience a step further by offering additional features such as an integrated USB port that allows users to play media directly from flash drives. This enhances its versatility, enabling users to enjoy not just DVDs, but also digital files containing cherished family videos, photos, or music collections. Further enhancing the audio experience, both players support Dolby Digital and DTS output, ensuring that sound reproduction is as rich and immersive as the visuals.

Built with user convenience in mind, the Hitachi DV-DS163A and DV-DS253A boast straightforward navigation through their on-screen menus. The remote control makes it easy to access features such as the bookmark function, which allows viewers to save specific scenes for quick access later. Additionally, both models support multiple language subtitles and audio tracks, catering to diverse audiences and enhancing the overall viewing experience.

In terms of design, both models feature a sleek, modern look that fits seamlessly into any home theater setup. They are compact enough to be placed in various spaces, whether mounted in an entertainment center or standing alone as part of a media display.

In conclusion, the Hitachi DV-DS163A and DV-DS253A stand out as reliable, feature-rich DVD players that marry performance with convenience. With advanced video technologies, extensive media compatibility, and user-friendly navigation, these models are excellent choices for anyone looking to enhance their home movie experience. Whether enjoying classic films or current releases, Hitachi's offerings live up to the demands of modern entertainment.
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