Harman-Kardon DVD 21 owner manual Features, High quality video, High quality digital audio

Features

High quality video

•Advanced sophisticated 10-bit MPEG-2 video decoding circuits.

•Direct RGB output via SCART (selectable) for optimum video performance. SCART connector also configurable for Composite Video output.

•Test screen videos available for testing video performance and setup.

•Pure PAL with NTSC disc due to true NTSC/PAL conversion.

•Dual-layer compatibility for extended play DVD.

High quality digital audio

•By connecting a DTS (Digital Theater Systems) or a Dolby Digital decoder, you can enjoy high quality 5.1 digital surround sound from DTS or Dolby Digital discs.

•With linear PCM audio at 16-24 bits and

44-96 kHz (also on digital output, see table page 14), audio quality exceeding that of CD becomes possible.

•Optical and coaxial digital audio output.

Many convenient features

•On-Screen Menu lcons for disc information or player information and access to many major functions of this unit.

•Subtitles may be displayed in one of numerous languages*.

•The multi-angle function allows you to choose the viewing angle of scenes which were shot from a number of different angles (Limited to DVD’s recorded with multiple camera angles.)

•Multiple options for dialog language and soundtrack selection (limited to DVD’s record- ed with multiple dialog languages or sound- tracks).

•Programming of up to 9 scenes in memory (markers).

•Parental lock settings to prevent play of discs unsuitable for some audiences [DVD only].

•Intuitive menu operating system.

•4 step Zoom during play and pause.

•Backlit, ergonomically designed remote control.

•Future software upgrades accessible via Internet.

*The number of languages recorded depends on the software.

Compatible with CD as well as DVD

•The DVD 21 will play any conventional Audio CD or recordable (CD-R) or erasable CD (CD-RW), bearing the logos shown here, MP3 or any VCD or DVD with the region code 0 or 2.

Disc formats supported by this player

The unit can play the following disc formats (8 cm and 12 cm size):

DVD

DVD-R

DVD-RW

DVD+R

DVD+RW

CD

CD-R

CD-RW

VCD

S-VCD

NOTE: Due to differences in the format of certain discs, it is possible that some discs may include a mix of features that are not compatible with the DVD 21. Similarly, although the DVD 21 is capable of a wide range of features, not all discs include every capability of the DVD system. For example, although the DVD 21 is compatible with multi-angle discs, that feature is only possi- ble when the disc is specially encoded for multi- ple-angle play. In addition, the DVD 21 is capa- ble of playing back both Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks, but the number and types of tracks available will vary from disc to disc. To make cer- tain that a specific feature or soundtrack option is available, please check the options noted on the disc jacket.

■Playback capability for CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW discs may vary due to variations in the quality of the disc and the recorder used to create the disc.

Upgradeability via Internet

The ”firmware” controlling the functionality of the Harman Kardon DVD 21 is fully upgradeable. In the event of future improvements to its operations and features, it will be possible to download firmware upgrades from www.harmankardon.com. All you have to do is create a CD-R with the data and insert it in the DVD 21 for an automatic upgrade.

Packing List

1 Harman Kardon DVD 21 DVD Player

1 Remote control

2 AA batteries

1 A/V cable for stereo analog audio and composite video

1 S-Video cable

1 remote extension cable

1 owner's manual

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