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Instruction Manual
Thank you for your purchase of this Magnasonic product. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using product to ensure proper use. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
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Cleaning Disc
Picture freezing, sound skipping or repeating can occur if the disc inside the player is dirty.
•When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
•Do not wipe in a circular motion. Circular scratches can cause picture distortion or render the disc unplayable.
CAUTION !
Do not use solvents, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic sprays intended for analog disc.
PLAYER REGIONS
DVD discs are programmed with region numbers indicating
countries in which they can be played. The region number | 1 | |
of this unit is 1. If the DVD disc is marked with a different | ||
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region number, it cannot be played on this unit.
PLAYABLE DISCS
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| DVD+RW discs must be made in accordance with the specifications |
| for DVD+RW discs with a 4.7 GB capacity. |
• Video CD (VCD), Super Video CD (SVCD) | |
• | Audio CDs |
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| This player can play most |
| the recording conditions, you may find that not all discs will play |
| successfully. |
• MP3 Files on | |
| MP3 files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. If the sampling |
17.DIMMER
Press to adjust the brightness of the LED to ON or DIMMER.
18.AUDIO
–Press to select different languages for DVD if available on disc.
–For VCD, audio output (Mono L, Mono R) can be selected.
19.SUBTITLE
Press to select different subtitles.
20. Fast Search Forward & Backward
Press to fast search backward or forward.
21.SET-UP/EXIT
Press to enter or exit the System Setup menu.
22.Play 
Press to start playback.
23.MENU
–DVD mode: Press to enter the disc menu.
–PBC ON mode: Press to view a VCD disc menu.
24.Display
Press to display the disc’s playback information.
25.MUTE
Press to mute and unmute the sound output.
26.VOL -
Press to decrease the volume.
27.VOL +
Press to increase the volume.
28.Open/Close 
Press to open or close the disc tray.
FRONT PANEL
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4.If your TV or monitor is without HDCP, blue screen without picture appears when playing a DVD disc which is protected by copyrights.
5.If your TV or monitor is without HDCP, its suggested to disconnect the HDMI cable when you are using
6.If there is no HDMI jack on your television, please refer to the following Video and Audio Connections.
Video Connections
-The way in which the DVD Player is connected and the kinds of cables used can make a noticable difference in picture and sound quality. Before selecting one of the options, please make sure that any other equipment (e.g. TV, receiver) has the required input/output channels for HDCP checking.
-If you connecting a TV without HDCP via HDMI cable, it may cause the video and audio out interruptive, so you need to disconnect the HDMI cable to recover.
-Before you select the below options, you must turn to HD OFF mode of HDMI output first (press the HD button or HDMI setup menu).
You can select one of the below:
1)For good picture quality, use COMPOSITE VIDEO CABLE
2)For better picture quality, use
3)For best picture quality, use COMPONENT VIDEO CABLES
Inserting a disc
1.Press the 
button on the remote or front panel to open the disc tray.
2.Insert a disc, press 
again on the remote or front panel to close the disc tray. The unit will start reading the disc and playing it. Before the movie starts to play, a menu will be displayed.
Inserting a USB
1.Press the SOURCE button on the remote control, select the USB mode.
2.Insert a USB disk in the USB port on the front panel and then, the unit will detect the USB device and directly play the files on the USB disk.
Although you can watch a movie immediately, to get the best from this unit, you are suggested to proceed for the Basic Setup first.
BASIC SETUP
Press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit to turn on the unit. Press the
Basic Operation
SYSTEM SETUP
SCREEN SAVER
JPEG TIME
1.Press or to navigate to one of these menus:
• SYSTEM SETUP • LANGUAGE SETUP |
SAFETY
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 products enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the literature accompanying this DVD Player.
WARNINGS:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER or OPEN THE CABINET.
Dangerous high voltages are present inside the enclosure. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
| LASER: |
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| Type: | Dual semiconductor laser GaAIAs | |
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT | |||
Wave length: | 650nm and 780nm | ||
APPAREIL LASER DE CLASSE 1 | |||
Output Power: | 7mW | ||
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| Beam Divergence: | 60 degree |
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN OR INTERLOCK
FAILED/DEFEATED.
WARNINGS:
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. Avoid direct exposure to laser beam.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
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 or 625 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the “standard definition” output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this mode (525p and 625p DVD player), please contact our customer service center at
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” ,”Pro Logic” and the
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,819,098; 4,907,093; 5,315,448; and 6,516,132.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require any maintenance, please contact an authorized service center.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION : RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This unit has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. This unit does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
•Read these instructions.
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this home theatre near water.
•Clean only with a dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the home theatre.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
•Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
•Unplug this DVD Player during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the DVD Player. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / DVD Player combination to avoid injury from
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the DVD Player has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the DVD Player, the DVD Player has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
•The DVD Player shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the DVD Player.
•Burden
Do not place a heavy object on, or step on the product. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the product.
•Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A)When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
B)If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
C)If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D)If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
E)If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
F)When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. It indicates a need for service.
•Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
•Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
•Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
•USA & Canada versions comply with ETL requirements.
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION
•When storing the unit, be sure to remove the batteries as they may leak and damage the unit.
•Batteries may leak electrolyte if inserted incorrectly, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
•Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries may cause skin burns or other personal injury.
•Dispose of batteries in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
Please Respect the Environment!
•Before throwing any battery away, consult your distributor who may be able to take them back for specific recycling.
INSTALLATION
•Install your unit on a stable flat surface. There must be sufficient room in front of the unit for the drawer to be opened and the unit should be positioned so that it is visible to the remote control.
•Do not expose your unit to extreme temperature or humidity.
•Avoid standing it on a hot surface such as on top of other hot running equipment and ensure that there is adequate ventilation to the unit.
CAUTION !
Do not install this unit in a confined space such as a book case or similar environment .
frequency is 44.1 or 48.1KHz, and the fixed bit rate is 128Kbps or |
higher, MP3 files can be played. However, some of them may not be |
played depending on their conditions or formats. |
• WMA Files on |
If the sampling frequency is 32KHz, and the fixed bit rate is 128Kbps |
or higher, WMA files can be played. However, some of them may not |
be played depending on their conditions or formats. |
• JPEG Files on |
This player can play JPEG files with a resolution for up to five million |
pixels. Certain JPEG files cannot be read by this player. |
• MPEG4 Files on |
Your MPEG4 files should be ISO format without QPEL. |
PACKAGING
Examine the contents of the box for your DVD player. It includes the following:
•DVD Player with attached power cord
•Remote Control
•2 AAA Batteries
•A/V Cable
•Instruction Book
REMOTE CONTROL
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STANDBY/ON
Press to switch between On and standby mode.
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3.TITLE
Press to display the title menu if present on the disc.
4.Stop 
press to stop playback.
5.Pause 
Press to pause playback and advance frame by frame for DVD/ VCD.
6. 
Navigation
- Cursor function.
- Moves picture frame in zoom mode.
7.Skip
Press to skip backward/forward to the previous/next chapter for DVD or track for CD/VCD.
8.BOOKMARK
Press to display Bookmark menu.
9.HD
Press to select the screen resolution for HDMI outputs.
10.ZOOM/CLEAR
–Press to select different zooming size while playing a video.
–Press to clear the information you entered in a setup menu.
11.ANGLE/PBC
–Press to select different viewing angles (if available on disc);
–Press to turn PBC ON or OFF on a VCD/SVCD disc.
12.SOURCE
Press to play the files from DISC or USB.
13.RIPPING
Press to encode the ripped CD audio files into MP3 digital files and save them in the USB flash drive.
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Press to setup a point- to- point repeat playback or to clear repeat playback.
15.PLAYMODE
Press to select different play modes: program, random and repeat.
16.GO-TO
Press to display the search menu to search for a specific title, chapter, track or time on a disc.
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1.Standby led indicator: Light is red in standby mode; No light at power ON mode.
2.STANDBY/ON button
3.Disc Tray
4.Open/Close the Disc Tray
5. Play/Pause playback
6.Stop playback 
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8.LED Display Area
9.USB Port
REAR PANEL
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1.Power Cord
2.Component Video output & Progressive Scan output
3.Coaxial Output
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5.Audio Outputs - Left and Right
6.Composite Output
7.HDMI Output
CONNECTION
Connecting a HDMI TV
If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this DVD player using the HDMI cable (not included).
1.Connect the HDMI OUT jack at the back of the DVD player to the HDMI IN jack of the HDMI compatible TV or monitor.
2.Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual).
HDMI CABLE (Not included)
What is HDMI?
•HDMI
•HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of HDCP (High Definition Contents Protection). HDCP is used to protect digital content transmitted and received.
•Because HDMI is an evolving technology, it is possible that some devices may not operate properly with this DVD Player.
•The HDMI logo and
Note:
1.Once connected, press HD on the remote control to select the resolution (HD OFF, 720P, 1080i, 1080P) for the HDMI output. The resolution only can be changed according to the TV’s and Monitor’s resolution capabilities.
2.The cable connector should face the correct alignment with the connector on the DVD Player.
3.Please note when HDMI output is selected at 720p, 1080i or 1080p, video will only come out from HDMI and component out jack. Select HD OFF when you are using
Notes on Progressive Scan:
1.If the TV can support Progressive Scan feeds, it is recommended to connect the video connection the same as the diagram above.
2.Once connected, press the SETUP/EXIT button to enter the video setup menu to select
3.The TV may need adjustment to accept Progressive Scan feeds.
4.Do not substitute a component Video cable with an Audio/Video cable. Although these types of cables do look alike, the actual wires inside the cable in which the signal passes along are very different. Substituting cables will result in poor picture quality and could damage your equipment.
Audio Connections
Connect with COMPOSITE AUDIO CABLE
White is for the left channel and red is for the right channel.
For better sound quality, use COMPOSITE AUDIO CABLE
Composite AUDIO
CABLE (included)
Connecting a 5.1 CH Receiver
When connecting to a 5.1 CH receiver, do not connect the
Using a Coaxial Audio Cable, connect the Digital Audio Out socket at the back of the player to the Digital Audio In socket of the 5.1 Ch receiver.
For the best sound quality, use COAXIAL AUDIO CABLE
GETTING STARTED
Powering the unit
1.Finish the connections for the DVD player as shown in the previous section.
2.Insert 2 x AAA batteries (supplied), matching the correct polarities marked in the battery compartment, in the remote control.
3.Connect the Power cord to an AC power outlet and press STANDBY/ON button on the unit to turn on the unit.
4.Turn on the TV and set to the correct
5. To go to the standby mode, press the button on the remote control. If the DVD player is not to be used for an extended
period of time, press the STANDBY/ON button on the unit to turn off the power.
Notes:
•The effective distance for remote control operation is about 5 metres.
•Replace the batteries when the remote control operating distance starts to reduce.
•If the remote control is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by battery leakage.
• VIDEO SETUP | • AUDIO SETUP |
2.Press or 
to select different settings under the menu. Press 
or OK to active the setting.
3.Press 
or 
to select a new setting, then press OK to confirm the new setting.
4.Repeat steps 1 to 3 to change any settings.
5.Press the
For details, refer to the corresponding chapters in the following section.
1.SYSTEM SETUP
1.1SCREEN SAVER
SYSTEM SETUP
SCREEN SAVER | ON |
JPEG TIME | OFF |
Use this setting to turn the screen saver option on or off. If you turn the screen saver on, the screen saver image appears when you leave the player in Pause or Stop mode for more than 3 minutes. It can protect the television screen from being damaged.
On: To turn screen saver on.
Off: To turn screen saver off.
1.2 JPEG TIME
SYSTEM SETUP
SCREEN SAVER |
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JPEG TIME | 5 SEC |
| 10 SEC |
| 15 SEC |
Select the JPEG slide show interval while playing the picture CD. Each picture will show and stay on screen according to the specified time, then the next picture is shown automatically.
5 SEC: To set the slide show interval with 5 seconds.
10 SEC: To set the slide show interval with 10 seconds.
15 SEC: To set the slide show interval with 15 seconds.
2.LANGUAGE SETUP
LANG SETUP
OSD LANGUAGE
AUDIO LANG
SUBTITLE LANG
MENU LANG
You can select different languages for the Setup menu. You can also select the different languages for the audio, subtitle, and disc menu recorded on the DVD.
2.1 OSD LANGUAGE
Selects the on screen display language.
2.2 AUDIO LANG
Selects the audio language.
2.3 SUBTITLE LANG
Selects the subtitle displayed on the TV screen.
2.4 MENU LANG
Selects the disc menu language.
3.VIDEO SETUP
3.1TV SYSTEM
VIDEO SETUP
TV SYSTEM | NTSC |
HDMI OUTPUT | PAL |
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TV TYPE |
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This player supports different TV outputs, including NTSC and PAL system. The settings of the unit can be changed to match the TV.
NTSC: Select this if your TV supports the NTSC colour system.
PAL: Select this if your TV supports the PAL colour system.