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Information

About DVDs

Music CDs and DVDs have grooves (tracks) in which the digital data is recorded. The data is represented as microscopic pits recorded into the track these pits are read by a laser beam to play the disc. On DVDs, the density of the tracks and pits is twice that of CDs, so DVDs can contain more data in less space.

CDs

Minimum pit

 

 

Track pitch -

length - 0.9 µm

1.2 mm

 

1.6 µm

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVDs

Minimum pit

Track pitch -

length - 0.9 µm

0.6 mm

0.74 µm

0.6 mm

 

A 12 cm disc can contain one movie or about four hours of music. In addition, DVDs provide sharp picture quality with vivid colours thanks to a horizontal resolution of over 500 lines (compared to less than 300 for VHS tape). With the addition of an optional, digital audio processor (PXA-H900, PXA-H701, etc.), you can recreate the power and presence of a movie theatre with Dolby Digital

5.1-channel Surround.

In addition, DVDs offer a variety of functions.

•Multiple audio* (page 19)

Movies can be recorded in up to eight languages. The desired language can be selected from the remote control.

•Subtitles function* (page 19)

Movies can include subtitles in up to 32 languages. The desired subtitle language can be selected from the remote control.

•Multi angle function* (page 19)

When the DVD contains a movie shot from multiple angles, the desired angle can be selected from the remote control.

•Multi story function*

With this function, a single movie includes various story lines. You can select different story lines to view various versions of the same movie.

Operation differs from disc to disc. Story line selection screens including instructions appear during the movie. Just follow the instructions.

*The functions, audio languages, subtitle languages, angles, etc., differ from disc to disc. For details, refer to the disc’s instructions.

Terminology

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is a digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories that allows large quantities of audio data to be efficiently recorded on discs. It is compatible with audio signals from mono (1 channel) all the way up to 5.1-channel surround sound. The signals for the different channels are completely independent, and since the sound is high quality digital there is no loss of sound quality.

*The separately sold digital audio processor (PXA-H900, PXA-H701, etc.) is required to enjoy full 5.1-channel surround sound.

The DVA-9861 performs Dolby Digital decoding when it outputs analog audio signals; 2-channel audio, not 5.1-channel.

Center speaker

Front speakers

Rear speakers

Subwoofer

Speaker layout for enjoying

Dolby Digital sound/dts sound

DTS

This is a home-use digital sound format of the DTS Sound System. This is a high quality sound system, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc. for use in movie theaters.

DTS has six independent sound tracks. The theatre presentation is fully realized in the home, etc. DTS is the abbreviation for Digital Theater System.

*To enjoy DTS surround sound you need the separately sold DTS digital audio processor (PXA-H900, PXA-H701, etc.). The DVD video software must also have a DTS sound track.

The DVA-9861 has a built-in DTS 2-channel audio decoder. Analog audio outputs are available.

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Contents DVA-9861 Alpine CD Changers Give You More CHM-S630 CHA-S634 CHA-1214Contents Operating Instructions Setup Precautions IPod OptionalOperating Instructions Never Attempt the Following Discs playable on this unit Audio + Video 12 cmOn handling compact discs CD/CD-R/CD-RW Getting Started Turning Power On and OffPress SOURCE/POWER to turn on the unit About the alphanumeric display of this unitLowering Volume Quickly Setting TimeAdjusting Volume Initial System Start-UpTuning to Preset Stations Manual Storing of Station PresetsAutomatic Memory of Station Presets RadioPlayback Switching the HD Radio signalFrequency Search Function 11-ENRepeat Play X. Random Play12-EN File/Folder Name Search Concerning MP3/WMA Remote Control OperationSearching from CD Text About MP3/WMATerminology 14-ENDVD/Video CD Playing a Disc15-EN Stopping Playback PRE-STOP Searching by ProgramSearching by Playlist Stopping PlaybackSlow Motion Playback Playing Still Frames pausingSelecting Program/Playlist Searching by Title NumberRepeat Playback Searching by Group NumberSearching by Program or Playlist Number 18-ENDVD-VR/Video CDs with multiplex audio Switching the Audio TracksSwitching the Angle 19-ENDisplaying the Disc Status 20-ENSound Setting Setting the Bass ControlRear/Defeat Setting the Treble Center Frequency Setting the Treble ControlSetting the BBE Mode Setting the Treble LevelOther Functions Displaying the Text23-EN Displaying Time Blackout Mode On and OffSetting the Wallpaper Sound CustomizingVisual Customizing External Device25-EN DVD Setup DVD Setup Operation26-EN Setting the TV Screen When the setting is complete, press SetupSetting the language Setting the Country CodeSetting the Rating Level Parental Lock Setting item Parental Further setting item Parental Level28-EN Press or to change the setting, then press ENT Audio SetupAudio Setup Operation 29-ENSetting the Downmix Mode 30-ENCustom Setup Custom Setup Operation31-EN Checking the SAT Radio ID Number SAT Radio Receiver OptionalReceiving Channels with the SAT Radio Receiver Optional 32-ENReceiving Stored Channels Setting the Tuning MethodStoring Channel Presets Channel/Category Search FunctionReceiving Weather or Traffic information from SAT Radio Setting the Auxiliary Data Field DisplayQuick Search Function Changing the DisplayAdjustment Procedure for Dolby Surround External Audio Processor Optional35-EN 36-EN Setting the SpeakersSet MX Mode of the External Audio Processor Select ON/OFF of MX by pressing orCalculating the Time Correction Over AdjustmentSelect the desired channel by pressing or , then press Mode 37-ENCheck that Defeat mode is off Graphic Equalizer AdjustmentsSwitching the Phase Inputting the Time CorrectionParametric Equalizer Adjustments 39-ENPress Band to select the band Speaker Setup Setting Bass CompressorSetting Bass Focus 40-ENAdjusting the acoustic image Setting of Dolby DigitalAdjusting the speaker levels Mixing bass sound to the rear channelAchieving powerful high volume sound Adjusting the DVD LevelUsing the Pro Logic II Mode Adjust the level Level by turning the Rotary encoderRecalling the Preset Memory Linear PCM SettingStoring Settings in the Memory Confirming the current Preset No./EQ modeRemote Control Operation 44-ENSearching by Playlist IPod OptionalSearching for a desired Song Searching by artist nameSearching by album name Direct Search FunctionSelect Playlist/Artist/Album Searching by song nameQuick Search Random Play Shuffle M.I.X47-EN Playing MP3 Files with the CD Changer Optional Changer OptionalControlling CD Changer Optional Multi-Changer Selection OptionalRemote Control Controls on Remote Control49-EN 50-EN When Using the Remote Control Battery Replacement51-EN Terminology InformationAbout DVDs Dolby DigitalRating levels parental lock Dolby Pro LogicLinear PCM audio Lpcm 53-ENList of Language Codes 54-ENFor details, see List of Country Codes 55-EN56-EN Radio Case of DifficultyBasic CD/MP3/WMA/DVD/Video CDAudio Indication for CD Player58-EN Indication for DVD/Video CD Player Indication for Changer59-EN Indication for iPod Mode Indication for SAT Receiver Mode60-EN Specifications 61-ENInstallation and Connections 62-ENInstall the Detachable Front Panel InstallationAccessory List 63-EN64-EN RemovalPull the unit out, keeping it unlocked as you do so Connections 65-EN66-EN Please observe the following when using Fiber Optic Cable System Example67-EN Page Page
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