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Use High Speed HDMI™ cables when using the KURO LINK function. The KURO LINK function may not operate properly if other HDMI cables are used.

For some models, the KURO LINK function may be referred to as “HDMI Control”.

The KURO LINK function does not work with devices of other brands, even if con‑ nected using an HDMI cable.

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About KURO LINK function

The functions listed below can be used when a Pioneer KURO LINK compatible Flat Panel TV or AV system (AV receiver or amplifier, etc.) is connected to the player using an HDMI cable.

Refer to the operating instructions of the Flat Panel TV, etc.

To use the KURO LINK function

The KURO LINK function operates when KURO LINK is set to On for all devices connected to the HDMI OUT terminal.

Once connections and the settings of all the devices are finished, be sure to check that the player’s picture is output to the Flat Panel TV. (Also check after changing the connected devices and reconnecting HDMI cables.) The KURO LINK function may not operate properly if the player’s picture is not properly output to the Flat Panel TV.

What the KURO LINK function can do

Operating the player with the Flat Panel TV’s remote control.

Such player operations as starting and stopping playback and displaying the menus can be performed from the Flat Panel TV. For details on the functions that can be operated, see the Flat Panel TV’s operating instructions.

The player’s playback picture is displayed on the Flat Panel TV’s screen. (Auto-select function)

The input switches automatically on the Flat Panel TV and AV system (AV receiver or amplifier, etc.) when playback is started on the player or the Home Menu or the Disc Navigator is displayed. When the input is switched, the playback picture, the Home Menu or the Disc Navigator appears on the Flat Panel TV.

The power of the Flat Panel TV turns on automatically. (Simultaneous power function)

When playback on the player is started or the Home Menu or Disc Navigator is displayed, if the Flat Panel TV’s power was off, its power turns on automatically.

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DVP 420K, DV-420V-K specifications

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