Features

Multi-Disc Playback & AM/FM Tuner

The HT-DS400 / HT-DS420 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including DVD-AUDIO, DVD-VIDEO, VCD, CD, MP3-CD, DivX, CD-R/RW, and DVD- R/RW, with a sophisticated AM/FM tuner, all in a single player.

DVD-Audio compatible

Experience the super high-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio.

The on-board 24-bit/192kHz DAC enables this player to deliver exceptional sound quality in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution and high-frequency detail.

Built-in 5.1-Channel Amplifier

The HT-DS400 / HT-DS420 comes with a built-in 5.1-channel amplifier, allowing you to enjoy dynamic sound.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II is a new form of multi-channel audio signal decoding technology that improves upon existing Dolby Pro Logic.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

DTS is an audio compression format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. It delivers full-frequency 5.1 channel sound.

TV Screen Saver Function

The HT-DS400 / HT-DS420 automatically brightens and darkens the brightness of the TV screen after 3 minutes in the stop mode.

The HT-DS400 / HT-DS420 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 20 minutes in the screen saver mode.

Power Saving Function

The HT-DS400 / HT-DS420 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop mode.

Customized TV Screen Display

The HT-DS400 / HT-DS420 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG, DVD, or VCD playback and set it as your background wallpaper.

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Contents

PREPARATION

Safety Warnings

1

Precautions

2

Features

3

Notes on Discs

5

Description

7

CONNECTIONS

Connecting the Speakers

11

Connecting the Video Out to TV

13

P.SCAN(Progressive Scan) Function

14

Connecting External Components

15

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

17

Before Using Your DVD Player

19

OPERATION

Disc Playback

21

Checking the Remaining Time

23

MP3-CD Playback

24

JPEG File Playback

25

DivX Playback

27

Displaying Disc Information

29

Fast/Slow Playback

30

Skipping Scenes/Songs

31

Repeat Playback

32

A-B Repeat Playback

33

Angle Function

34

Zoom Function

35

Bonus Group / Navigating Pages

36

Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language

37

Moving Directly to a Scene/Song

38

Using Disc Menu

39

Using the Title Menu

40

SETUP

Setting the Language

41

Setting TV Screen type

43

Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level)

45

Setting the Password

47

Setting the Wallpaper

49

DVD Playback Mode

51

AV SYNC Setup

52

Setting the Speaker Mode

53

Setting the Test Tone

54

Setting the Delay Time

55

Setting the Audio Quality

57

Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)

59

Sound Field (DSP)/EQ Function

60

Dolby Pro Logic II Mode

61

Dolby Pro Logic II Effect

62

RADIO OPERATION

Listening to Radio

63

Presetting Stations

64

About RDS broadcasting

65

MISCELLANEOUS

Convenient Functions

67

 

Operating a TV with the Remote Control

69

 

Before Calling for Service

71

 

Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs

73

 

Specifications

74

 

Notes on Terminology

76

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Language Code List

77

Memo

78

PREPARATION

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