Initial Settings menu

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Setting

Option

What it means

MPEG Out

MPEG > PCM

MPEG encoded digital audio is converted to PCM audio for

 

 

digital output.

 

 

 

 

MPEG

MPEG encoded digital audio is output as is.

 

 

 

Video Output settings

Setting

Option

What it means

TV Screen

4:3 (Letter Box)

Set if you have a conventional 4:3 TV. Widescreen movies are

(See also Screen sizes

 

shown with black bars top and bottom.

and disc formats on

 

 

4:3 (Pan & Scan)

Set if you have a conventional 4:3 TV. Widescreen movies are

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shown with the sides cropped so that the image fills the screen.

 

 

 

 

16:9 (Wide)

Set if you have a widescreen TV.

 

 

 

Component Out

Interlace

Set if your TV is not compatible with progressive scan video.

 

 

 

 

Progressive

Set if your TV is compatible with progressive scan video (see

 

 

your TV’s instruction manual for details). See also Switching

 

 

the video output to interlace using the front panel controls on

 

 

page 12.

 

 

Note that progressive scan video is only output from the

 

 

component video jacks.

 

 

 

Language settings

Setting

Option

What it means

Audio Language

English

If there is an English soundtrack on the disc then it will be

 

 

played.

 

 

 

 

Languages as displayed

If there is the language selected on the disc, then it will be

 

 

played.

 

 

 

 

Other Language

Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see

 

 

page 40).

 

 

 

Subtitle Language

English

If there are English subtitles on the disc then they will be

(See also Displaying

 

displayed.

DivX subtitle files on

 

 

Languages as displayed

If there is the subtitle language selected on the disc, then it will

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be displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Other Language

Select to choose a language other than the ones displayed (see

 

 

page 40).

 

 

 

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Pioneer DV-383-K, DV-380-S operating instructions Initial Settings menu, Video Output settings, Language settings, Mpeg PCM

DV-383-K, DV-380-S specifications

The Pioneer DV-380-S and DV-383-K are part of Pioneer's lineup of versatile DVD players, known for their reliability and superior playback quality. These models have garnered attention for their advanced features and technologies that enhance the home entertainment experience.

The Pioneer DV-380-S stands out for its support of various disc formats, making it a suitable addition to any home theater setup. It plays standard DVDs, CD audio, and video CDs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of media. This model also supports playback of MP3 and JPEG formats, allowing users to enjoy their favorite music and photos directly on the TV screen. Equipped with a progressive scan output, the DV-380-S enhances video quality by providing a smoother image compared to standard interlaced video. This feature is particularly beneficial for viewers watching high-definition content on their HD televisions.

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