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Pioneer DV-434 User Manual

Pioneer DV-434
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DV-434
Operating Instructions
DVD PLAYER

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Pioneer DV-434 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPioneer
ModelDV-434
CategoryDVD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Features of This Player

525 line digital progressive-scan component video output

Wide range of DVD viewing options

Energy-saving design

Differences in Disc Composition

How to Proceed in This Manual

Before Using

Checking Accessories

Lists items included with the DVD player for verification.

Preparing the Remote Control

Instructions on inserting batteries and basic remote operation.

Names and Functions

Front Panel

Identifies and explains buttons and indicators on the player's front panel.

Display Window

Details the various indicators and their meanings on the player's display.

Rear Panel

Explains the different input and output jacks on the player's rear panel.

Remote Control

Describes the functions of each button on the remote control.

Making Connections

Connecting Your DVD Player

Overview of connecting the DVD player to a TV or audio system.

Audio Connections

Details on making digital (optical/coaxial) and analog audio connections.

Video Connections

Instructions for S-Video, composite, and component video output connections.

System Control Connections

How to connect the player for system control with other Pioneer components.

Setting Up the Player

Using the Setup Navigator

Step-by-step guide for initial player setup using on-screen prompts.

Setting the OSD Language (On-Screen Display Language)

How to set the language for menus and on-screen messages.

Setting the TV screen size

Adjusting aspect ratio settings for different TV screen types.

Setting digital audio connections to an AV amplifier or decoder

Configuring digital audio output based on connected AV components.

Setting compatibility with 96 kHz output

Ensuring compatibility for 96 kHz digital audio signals.

Getting Started Using Your DVD Player

Playing DVDs, Video CDs and CDs - DVD/Video CD/CD

Basic steps to load a disc and start playback of DVDs, Video CDs, and CDs.

When a menu screen is displayed

How to navigate and interact with DVD/VCD menu screens.

Chapter (Track) Skip Forward/Skip Back - DVD/Video CD/CD

How to move between chapters or tracks during playback.

Forward and Reverse Scanning - DVD/Video CD/CD

Instructions for fast-forward and fast-reverse playback.

Resuming Playback from Where You Stopped - DVD/Video CD

Using the resume feature to restart playback from the last stopped point.

Stopping Playback and Switching Power Off - DVD/Video CD/CD

Procedures for stopping playback and turning off the unit.

Adjusting Audio and Video Settings

Using the Setup Screen Menus

Basic operation guide for navigating and using the player's setup menus.

IMPORTANT Changing to the Setup Screen “Expert” Menu Mode

How to switch between Basic and Expert modes for advanced settings.

Setting the Digital Audio Output To Be Compatible with Your AV Component - DVD

Configuring digital audio output settings for compatibility with AV equipment.

MPEG Out

Setting options for MPEG audio bitstream output.

Adjusting the Dynamic Range of the Audio Soundtrack - DVD

Controls for audio dynamic range compression (DRC) for DVDs.

Digital Out Expert

Expert setting to enable or disable digital audio bitstream output.

Setting the TV Screen Size

Adjusting screen aspect ratio (e.g., 4:3, 16:9) for optimal display.

525 line Digital Progressive Scan Compatible Video Output - DVD

Connecting to progressive scan TVs for flicker-free images.

Setting the DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) level with Digital Progressive-scan Component Video

Adjusting digital noise reduction for progressive scan video output.

Selecting Picture Quality Appropriate for Program Content - DVD/Video CD

Options to optimize picture quality (Cinema, Animation, Standard) for content.

Selecting the type of paused image to display Expert

Choosing between Field or Frame for paused images for better quality.

Viewing from a Desired Camera Angle (Multi-Angle) - DVD

Selecting different camera angles for multi-angle recorded DVDs.

Turning the angle indicator on and off Expert

Controls the on-screen display of the multi-angle indicator.

Setting the Language Options

Setting the on-screen display (OSD) language

Setting the language for player menus and on-screen messages.

Selecting an audio language preference

Choosing the default audio language for DVDs.

Changing the Audio Language (Multi-Language Function) - DVD

How to switch audio languages during DVD playback.

Changing Audio Type – Video CD/CD

Selecting stereo or mono audio output for Video CDs and CDs.

Selecting a Subtitle Language (Multi-Language Subtitles) - DVD

Selecting the desired subtitle language for DVDs.

When "Other" is selected

Guide for selecting custom audio languages using codes or lists.

Setting Auto Language to control subtitle and audio language based on program content

Automatic subtitle and audio language selection based on disc content.

Selecting a DVD menu language preference Expert

Setting the preferred language for DVD menu screens.

Selecting subtitles, assist subtitles or no subtitles Expert

Turning subtitles, assist subtitles, or no subtitles on or off.

Forcing subtitles to be displayed Expert

How to force subtitles to display, even if turned off by default.

Advanced Functions

Setting the Parental Lock Level - DVD

Setting restrictions for viewing content based on parental lock levels.

Entering the password

Steps to enter or confirm a 4-digit password for security functions.

Setting the Parental Lock level

Adjusting the parental lock level for DVDs based on content appropriateness.

Changing the password

How to change or reset the player's security password.

Changing the Background Color of the Screen Expert

Selecting the background color (black or blue) for the player's stop mode display.

Still Frame/Slow Play/Frame Advance Playback - DVD/Video CD

Techniques for viewing video in still frames, slow motion, or frame-by-frame.

Searching for a Title, Chapter, Track, or Location on a Disc - DVD/Video CD/CD

Methods for finding specific content or time points on a disc.

Repeat Play - DVD/Video CD/CD

Options for repeating entire titles, chapters, tracks, or specific sections.

Random Play - DVD/Video CD/CD

Playing titles, chapters, or tracks in a random, non-sequential order.

Playback in a Desired Order (Program Play) - DVD/Video CD/CD

Creating custom playback sequences by programming titles, chapters, or tracks.

Programming Video CDs, CDs

How to program track playback order for Video CDs and CDs.

To erase a program saved in memory – DVD

How to manually remove stored programs from memory.

To save a program in memory – DVD

Enabling memory storage for custom DVD playback programs.

Continuing Playback from a Specified Location (Last Memory) - DVD/Video CD

Resuming playback from where you left off, even after removing the disc.

Memorizing Settings for Often Viewed DVDs (Condition Memory) - DVD

Storing and recalling custom settings for frequently watched DVDs.

Viewing Disc Information - DVD/Video CD/CD

Accessing and displaying information about the loaded disc and its content.

Resetting the Player to System Settings

Restoring the player to its original factory default settings.

Additional Information

Disc Care

Guidelines for handling, cleaning, and storing discs to maintain quality.

For Proper and Long Use of This Unit

Recommendations for installation, operation, and maintenance for longevity.

Language Code List

A reference list of language codes used for subtitle and audio settings.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems and operational errors encountered with the player.

Terms

Definitions of technical terms used throughout the manual.

Specifications

Technical details, dimensions, power requirements, and output levels of the player.

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