Manual Move the cursor up/down to select a speaker

The Initial Settings Menu

Manual: Move the cursor up/down to select a speaker.

Initial Settings

Digital Audio Out

Video Output

Language

Display

Options

Speakers

Auto

L0.0dB

C 0.0dB

R 0.0dB

RS 0.0dB

LS 0.0dB

SW 0.0dB

Move the joystick right then use the joystick (up/down) to set the channel output level.

Initial Settings

Digital Audio Out

Video Output

Language

Display

Options

Speakers

Auto

L0.0dB

C 0.0dB

R 0.0dB

RS 0.0dB

LS 0.0dB

SW 0.0dB

To turn the test tone on/off for an individual speaker, press (Joystick right). The test tone continues playing even when you select a different speaker.

Initial Settings

Digital Audio Out

Video Output

Language

Display

Options

Speakers

Auto

L0.0dB

C 0.0dB

R 0.0dB

RS 0.0dB

LS 0.0dB

SW 0.0dB

Press ENTER to save the settings and exit the channel level setting screen.

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Pioneer DV-45A operating instructions Manual Move the cursor up/down to select a speaker

DV-45A specifications

The Pioneer DV-45A is a multi-format DVD player that gained a reputation for its versatility and performance in the early 2000s. Engineered with cutting-edge technology, it offered consumers an all-in-one solution for their video and audio entertainment needs.

One of the standout features of the DV-45A is its support for various disc formats, which included DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, CD, CD-R, and CD-RW. This made it a highly flexible player that could handle a wide range of media types, catering to both movie enthusiasts and audiophiles alike. The device seamlessly played both DVD video discs and audio CDs, and it offered playback compatibility for MP3 and WMA files, which were gaining popularity at that time.

The DV-45A utilized a high-quality video processing technology known as Progressive Scan, which ensured that images were rendered with exceptional clarity. This feature minimized flicker and enhanced the overall viewing experience by providing smoother images, especially when watching films and high-definition content. Additionally, the player supported Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound formats, providing rich audio experiences that could fill a room, making it a great option for home theater setups.

In terms of build quality, the DV-45A was designed with a sturdy chassis, which helped reduce vibration and noise during playback, contributing to a more immersive audio and video experience. The front interface was user-friendly, with easily accessible buttons and an intuitive remote control, allowing users to navigate through their media with ease.

The DV-45A also boasted a range of connection options, including Component Video, S-Video, and Composite Video outputs. This versatility allowed it to connect to various television sets and video projectors, ensuring compatibility with existing home entertainment systems. The digital audio outputs made it simple to connect to a surround sound receiver, further enhancing the cinematic experience.

Overall, the Pioneer DV-45A was a well-rounded and capable multi-format player, appealing to a broad audience looking for quality performance in both video and audio playback. Its combination of cutting-edge technologies, including Progressive Scan, robust audio support, and multi-format compatibility, made it an exemplary choice during its time, solidifying Pioneer’s reputation in the home entertainment industry.

Contents

DV-45A Important Safety Instructions Important Notice For U.S. model For Canadian model Page CD-R/RW Compatibility ContentsConnecting for multichannel surround Connecting using the multichannel analog Creating your own progressive output Setting/changing the CountryCode DVD-Audio and Sacd compatible Before You Start Features Using the remote control Putting the batteries in the remote controlBefore You Start What’s in the box CD-ROM Photo CD / DVD-RAM / DVD-ROM CDs, SACDs and Video CD are divided into tracks Before You Start Video OUT Connecting Up Rear panelControl in / OUT Digital Audio OUT Optical / Coaxial Connecting Up Easy connections Connecting using an S-Video output Connecting Up Using other types of video outputConnecting using the component video output Connecting for multichannel surround sound Connecting Up Connecting using a digital output Controlling this player from another Pioneer component STANDBY/ON Controls and Displays Front panelOPEN/CLOSE About progressive scan video Controls and Displays Remain PartPrgsve GRP TRK Controls and Displays Remote control Setting up the Remote Control to Preset code list Getting Started Switching on Press Enter to move on to the next screen Press Enter again to finish setting upGetting Started Let’s Get Started Joystick Getting Started Using the on-screen displaysSetting up with the Setup Navigator Select ‘Setup Navigator’ Did you connect this player to an AV receiver? Select a DVD language Congratulations, setup is complete Press 3 play to start playback Getting Started Playing discsBasic playback controls Press 0 OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray Load a disc ¢ Skips to the next track or chapter Front panel controlsDVD disc menus Stops playback Numbers Video CD PBC menus Why won’t the disc I loaded play? Disc may have been illegally copied Some MP3 tracks don’t show up. Where are they? Playing Discs Introduction Using the Disc Navigator to browse the contents of a disc MP3 For CDs and Video CDs select a track Playing Discs Scanning discs Using the Multi DialTo resume normal playback, press Play Slow motion speed is displayed on- screen Playing Discs Playing in slow motionFrame advance/frame reverse Press repeatedly to change the slow motion speed Press Enter on ‘BEnd Point’ to set the loop end point Playing Discs Looping a section of a discPress Enter on ‘AStart Point’ to set the loop start point Playing Discs Using repeat play Random Group Random Track Random Off Playing Discs Using random playSelect a random play option Random Title Random Chapter Random Off Select ‘Create/Edit’ from the list of program options Playing Discs Creating a program list Chapters/groups/folders/tracks Program list can contain up to 24 titlesTo play the program list, press Other functions available from the program menu Editing a program listSelect a program play function Press Enter to start playback Playing Discs Searching a disc Press Audio repeatedly to select an audio language option Playing Discs Switching subtitlesSwitching DVD-Video audio language Press Subtitle repeatedly to select a subtitle option Switching camera angles Playing Discs Switching DVD-RW audio channelSwitching DVD-Audio audio channel Switching CD/MP3/Video CD audio channel During PBC playback only Playing Discs Displaying disc information Audio Settings Menu Audio DRC TruSurround’ or ‘Off’, as required Audio Settings Menu Virtual Surround Default setting Fix / all speakers 10 ft Audio Settings Menu Channel Level Fix and Variable settings Set the distance for each speaker Audio Settings Menu Adjust the picture quality settings Video Settings Menu Video AdjustCreating your own interlace output presets Use the joystick left/right to select a preset Creating your own progressive output presets Video Settings MenuAjust the picture quality settings Dolby Digital Out Initial Settings Menu Using the Initial Settings menuDigital Audio Out settings Digital Out DTS PCM Initial Settings MenuDefault setting Mpeg PCM Mpeg Out Video Out Video Output settingsTV Screen Auto Progressive Still Picture Language settingsDefault setting Auto Default setting English Subtitle Language Auto Language Default setting English Default setting On OSD Language Display settingsDVD Menu Language Subtitle Display Screen Saver Angle IndicatorOptions Background Enter a new password Select ‘Password’Use the number buttons to enter a 4- digit password Select ‘Password Change’ Select a new level Use number buttons to enter your password, then press EnterSelect ‘Level Change’ Select ‘Country Code’ Auto Disc Menu Bonus Group Sacd Playback Group Playback DVD Playback ModeDefault setting Single Default setting DVD-Audio Default setting 2ch Area Speakers Initial Settings Menu CD PlaybackAudio Output Mode Speaker Installation Speaker Distance Default setting all speakers 10 ftL and R speakers are paired you can’t set them differently Move the cursor left to go back to Use the joystick up/down to changeDistance Front left/right speakers Manual Move the cursor up/down to select a speaker Discs to avoid Additional Information Taking care of your player and discsHandling discs Storing discs Additional Information Standard TV users Resetting the playerAdditional Information Screen sizes and disc formats Widescreen TV users Bitstream*3 Additional Information About the audio output settings Country, Country code, Country code letter Additional Information Language code listCountry code list Language Language code letter, Language code DTS GlossaryMP3 PCM Pulse Code Modulation Mpeg audioMpeg video Packed PCM DVD-Audio only Disc won’t play or is automatically ejected after loading Additional Information TroubleshootingSettings are canceled Remote control doesnt Screen is stretched or aspect does not change Video OFF buttonNo audio, or audio is dis- torted 176.4kHz digital audio CD volumeOutput Cannot output 192kHz or 96kHz linear PCM DVD Disc containing the MP3 tracks won’t playCan’t hear effect TruSurround General Additional Information SpecificationsOther terminals TPTZW/02E00001 Printed