Contents

01 Before you start

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Hints on installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disc/content format playback compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

02 Connections

Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Easy connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Connecting using a SCART AV cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting using the S-Video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting using the component video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Connecting to an AV receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Controlling this player via another Pioneer component . . . . . . . 13 Connecting using HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Changing the output resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

03 Controls and displays
Front panel	16
Display	17
Remote control	18
Setting up the remote to control your TV	19

04 Getting started

Switching on and setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Using the on-screendisplays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Setting up the player for your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Setting the language of this player’s on-screen displays . . . . . . 21 Playing discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

05 Playing discs

Scanning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Frame advance/frame reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Viewing a JPEG slideshow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Browsing DVD or Video CD/Super VCD disc with

the Disc Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video, WMV and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Looping a section of a disc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using random play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Creating a program list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Searching a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Switching subtitles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Switching audio language/channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Zooming the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Switching camera angles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Displaying disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

06 Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus

Audio Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Video Adjust menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

07 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Digital Audio Out settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Video Output settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Language settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Display settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Options settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Speakers settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Parental Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 DTS Downmix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 About DivX® VOD content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Audio Output Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Speaker Distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Speaker Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

08 Additional information

Taking care of your player and discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Screen sizes and disc formats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Setting the TV system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Resetting the player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 DVD-Videoregions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Selecting languages using the language code list . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Language code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Country/Area code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DV-LX50 specifications

The Pioneer DV-LX50 is a premium multi-format DVD player that encapsulates advanced technology and high-quality audio-visual performance, making it a standout choice for home theater enthusiasts. Launched in the early 2000s, it offers a sophisticated blend of features designed to enhance the viewing and listening experience.

One of the primary features of the DV-LX50 is its ability to play a diverse range of disc formats. This player supports standard DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, CD, and CD-R/RW, ensuring compatibility with most disc collections. The DV-LX50 excels in delivering exceptional video quality thanks to its high-quality video circuitry that incorporates advanced decoding technologies, including progressive scan capability. This allows for smoother motion and improved clarity, making it ideal for displaying films and videos on high-definition screens.

Audio performance is another strong suit of the DV-LX50. It utilizes sophisticated audio decoding technologies such as Dolby Digital, DTS, and Advanced Resolution Audio to provide rich, immersive sound. The player is equipped with high-quality Burr-Brown DACs, which contribute to its exceptional audio fidelity, whether you are listening to your favorite CDs or the latest DVD-Audio releases.

A notable characteristic of the DV-LX50 is its robust build quality and design. Constructed with a solid chassis, it minimizes vibration and resonance, which can negatively affect sound quality. Additionally, the player features multiple outputs, including component video, S-video, and composite video outputs, providing flexibility in connecting to various display systems.

The user-friendly interface of the DV-LX50 enhances the overall experience. The well-designed remote control allows for easy navigation through menus and settings, and the player includes features like direct track access and programmable playback options. Moreover, its sleek aesthetics blend seamlessly into any home entertainment setup, appealing to both style and functionality.

In conclusion, the Pioneer DV-LX50 is a versatile, high-performance DVD player that combines a wide range of disc compatibility with superior audio and video technologies. Its thoughtful design and advanced features make it a valuable addition for anyone seeking to elevate their home entertainment experience. Whether you’re a movie buff or an audiophile, the DV-LX50 is engineered to impress and deliver quality.

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DV-LX50 specifications