Playing discs, Load a disc | Pioneer PDV-20, PDV-LC20 guide

Playing discs

AUDIO	SUBTITLE	ANGLE
DISPLAY	MENU	TOP MENU
		SETUP
ENTER
PREV	NEXT	RETURN

4 ¢

REV PLAY FWD CLEAR

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1 2 3

STEP/SLOW PAUSE STEP/SLOW STOP

e 8 E 7

4 5 6 +10

RANDOM	REPEAT		PROGRAM
7	8	9	A-B
			0
LAST MEM. COND.MEM.			SEARCH MODE

SHIFT

DVD/AV-IN

		ENTER
SETUP	MENU
		5
RETURN TOP MENU		2 3
		°
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8	7	3
	OFF	ON

1Open the display (PDV-LC20 only).

2Slide the DISC COVER 2 OPEN catch to the left to open the disc cover.

DISC COVER

2 OPEN

Always use the DISC COVER 2 OPEN slide catch; never force open the disc cover.

3Load a disc.

•The recorded side of the disc should be face-down in the player (for double- sided DVDs, the side you want to play should be face-down).

•Make sure that the disc clicks into place properly.

4Push the disc cover shut.

5Press 3 to start playback.

•If a menu screen appears, see the following page for how to navigate it.

•Adjust the volume using the rotary volume control on the right side of the player.

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Pioneer PDV-20, PDV-LC20 Playing discs, Load a disc, Make sure that the disc clicks into place properly

PDV-20, PDV-LC20 specifications

The Pioneer PDV-LC20 and PDV-20 are innovative portable DVD players that cater to the needs of entertainment enthusiasts, emphasizing high-quality output and user-friendly features. These devices are designed to provide a seamless viewing experience, whether at home or on the go.

The PDV-LC20 is an advanced model that boasts a 7-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 480 x 234 pixels. Its versatile design allows for flexible viewing angles, thanks to a 180-degree swivel screen. This feature not only enhances comfort but also ensures that users can enjoy their favorite content from various positions. The PDV-20, while slightly different in design, also features a robust 7-inch display, allowing it to deliver crisp images and vibrant colors.

Both models incorporate a progressive scan feature, which significantly improves video quality by presenting images in a smoother manner. This technology minimizes the flickering and enhances the overall viewing experience, making them ideal for watching movies, TV shows, and other video content.

Moreover, the PDV-LC20 and PDV-20 support a wide array of media formats, including DVD, CD, and MP3, ensuring that users have the flexibility to play different types of media. This compatibility is a key selling point, as it allows users to enjoy playlists, audio CDs, and various video formats without the need for multiple devices.

Another standout characteristic of these players is their battery life. Equipped with a long-lasting rechargeable battery, they offer extended playback time, making them perfect for long journeys or outdoor activities. Additionally, the devices come with built-in speakers that provide decent audio quality, along with an option to connect to headphones for a more personal experience.

Connectivity options further enhance the functionality of the PDV-LC20 and PDV-20. Both models come with AV outputs that allow users to connect the player to larger screens or televisions, turning them into a mini home theater setup. These features position the Pioneer PDV-LC20 and PDV-20 as strong contenders in the portable media player market, combining technology and convenience to cater to diverse entertainment needs.

Contents

PDV-LC20 Built-in screen Important Safety Instructions English Outdoor Antenna Grounding Congratulations on Your Purchase For Canadian model Features Contents Before You Start Checking whats in the box Optional accessoriesPDV-BT20 battery pack PDV-BT25 high capacity battery pack Playing recordable CDs Disc typesPlaying DVD-RW discs You may come across the following marks on disc boxes DVD disc featuresUsing this player with DVD discs Number of audio languages Pull out the film from the back of the remote control unit Preparation for use Connecting up to your TV Setting the TV system With the power on the power indicator lights green Plugging in and switching onPress and hold the 3 on button until the player switches on Make sure that the disc clicks into place properly Playing discsLoad a disc Push the disc cover shut Press 3 to start playback To skip back/forward a chapter or track, press 4á1 or Resuming playTo pause playback, press To stop playback, press Navigating disc menus US and Canadian models only To restart normal playback, press During playback, press e, 8 or E to pause the discUse the e and E buttons to go to the previous/next frame Slow reverse play Playing slow-motion videoSlow forward play Use e and E to change the play speed Taking out the disc, switching off and unplugging Make sure that the player is switched on Press Setup 169 Select StartSelect the type of TV you have Compatible with Congratulations, set up is complete Select Save Changes to make the settingsPress Setup to exit Title Chapter/Track Time Off Press Search Mode to choose a search modePress repeatedly to choose between For 45 minutes into the disc, press 4 , 5 , 0 Press +10, 2 for 26, press +10, +10 Etc Direct searchYou want Remember to hold down Shift while Disc can be stopped or playing Switching camera angles Press Angle to switch the camera angle Switching audio language Switching subtitles and audio languagesSwitching subtitles Press Audio repeatedly to display/switch the audio language Current playback channels are indicated on-screen ¥ During playback, press Audio to change the audio channel For CD/Video CD Using repeat playProgram play mode Repeat Chapter Repeat Title Repeat Off Looping a section of a disc Enter the title/chapter numbers for your program list Making program listsPress Program Press Program Enter the track numbers for your program list All the following steps move up one Programming tips¥ To view the program list press Press Random to start random play Using random playTo stop the disc and cancel random playback, press ¥ To start random chapter play, press RANDOM, then Enter If you want to stop playback here, press Bookmarking a place on a discYou can’t use bookmarking with DVD-RW discs Press COND.MEM during playback to memorize settings Memorizing disc settingsTo recall memorized settings, just load the disc Condition Memory is displayed on-screen To show/switch the information displayed, press Display Built-in LCD screen Displays when playing Displays when stopped Information DVD-RW Disc Title Original Play List Setup Menu Mode Using the Setup menuOSD settings OSD language On Screen Display Video settingsDefault setting Position Ð Normal TV Screen Size Video Out Angle IndicatorPicture Quality Still Picture DTS Out Audio settingsDolby Digital Out 96kHz PCM Out Digital Out Set in Setup Navigator Default MpegMpeg Out Audio DRC Audio Language Language settingsDefault Setting English Subtitle Language Auto Language Language and Subtitle Language settingsDefault Setting w/Subtitle DVD Language If the Audio Language and Subtitle Subtitle DisplaySubtitle Off Select Level Change Parental LockChanging the parental lock level Select a new level Input a new password, then press Enter Changing your passwordSelect Password Change Screen Saver Change Audio Other settingsChange OSD Change Subtitle Track Search Title SearchChapter Search Playback Control Resetting all the player settings Switch the power off Tips for using the digital output Connections Connecting to a TV using the S-Video cable Listening through headphones Watching an external video source PDV-LC20 only Top panel controls PDV-20 Illustration shows the PDV-LC20 Player frontPlayer rear Player right side Title/chapter/track number display Display PDV-20 onlyCounter display 11 96kHz LCD screen PDV-LC20 only Adjusts the color depthAdjusts the screen brightness Flipping the screen COND. MEM. Remote controlSetup menu page 21 Return Clear pages 17 3 Play 18 7 Stop page 15 Program Fit the battery holder back into place Replacing the batteryPull out the battery holder as shown below Cleaning the lens Cleaning the playerCleaning the LCD Screen Taking care of your player Use in a well-ventilated room LocationHandling optic fibre cable DonÕt Discs to avoid Taking care of your discsStoring discs Pen or other sharp-tipped writing Instrument Glossary PBC PlayBack Control Video CD only Optical digital outputPCM Pulse Code Modulation Regions DVD only Troubleshooting No picture from the LCD screen PDV-LC20 only DVDs and CDs play at different volumesPower automatically turns off Player gets hot Screen sizes and disc formats Check that the battery is securely attached Attaching the battery packRecharging the battery pack It is attached to the player or not Lift the player clear from the battery pack Detaching the battery packChecking the remaining battery power Release tab Language code list Specifications DVD, video CD and CD system Additional Information Pioneer Corporation

Pioneer PDV-20 Playing discs, Load a disc, Make sure that the disc clicks into place properly

Models: PDV-20 PDV-LC20

Playing discs

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3Load a disc.

•Make sure that the disc clicks into place properly.

4Push the disc cover shut.

5Press 3 to start playback.

PDV-20, PDV-LC20 specifications

Playing discs

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3Load a disc.

•Make sure that the disc clicks into place properly.

4Push the disc cover shut.

5Press 3 to start playback.

PDV-20, PDV-LC20 specifications

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