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Pioneer S-DV370T User Manual

Pioneer S-DV370T
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DCS-363
XV-DV363
DVD/CD Receiver
Récepteur-lecteur DVD/CD
DVD/CD Receiver
S-DV363
Speaker System
Système Acoustique
Lautsprechersystem
DCS-370
XV-DV370
DVD/CD Receiver
Récepteur-lecteur DVD/CD
DVD/CD Receiver
S-DV370T
S-DV370SW
Speaker System
Système Acoustique
Lautsprechersystem
cover & anki.fm 1 ページ 2007年1月26日 金曜日 午前11時0分

Table of Contents

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Pioneer S-DV370T Specifications

General IconGeneral
Speaker Configuration5.1 channel
Audio Formats SupportedDolby Digital, DTS
DVD PlayerYes
TunerFM
TypeHome Theater System
Supported FormatsMP3, WMA

Summary

01 Controls and displays

Front panel

Details buttons and indicators on the unit's front panel for operation.

Remote control

Explains the functions of all buttons on the remote control for system operation.

Display

Describes the meaning of various indicators and characters shown on the unit's display.

02 Getting started

Home theater sound setup

Guides on speaker placement for optimal 5.1 channel home theater surround sound.

Setting the channel levels

Instructions for adjusting speaker volume levels using test tones for balanced output.

Using the on-screen displays

Explains how to navigate system menus and options using the on-screen display (OSD).

03 Listening to your system

Auto listening mode

Selects the simplest listening mode that mirrors source material channels for automatic playback.

Listening in surround sound

Guides on selecting various surround sound modes like Dolby Pro Logic for immersive audio.

Listening in stereo

Instructions for listening to any source in stereo, downmixing multichannel audio to front speakers.

Listening with headphones

Notes that only STEREO mode is available when headphones are connected.

Using the SFC modes

Details how to use Sound Field Control (SFC) modes for various additional surround sound effects.

Adjusting the bass and treble

How to use sound controls to adjust the tone and overall quality of the audio output.

Boosting the bass level

Explains how to enhance the bass response using different bass modes (Music, Cinema).

04 Disc playback features

Scanning discs

How to fast-scan discs forward or backward at various different speeds during playback.

Playing in slow motion

Instructions for playing DVDs, Video CDs, or DivX video at different slow-motion speeds.

Frame advance/frame reverse

How to advance or reverse DVD discs frame-by-frame for detailed viewing.

Playing a JPEG slideshow

How to play JPEG files from a disc as a slideshow, optionally with audio playback.

Browsing DVD or Video CD/Super VCD discs with the Disc Navigator

Navigating DVD/VCD disc contents using the Disc Navigator feature to find specific parts.

Browsing WMA, MP3, MPEG-4 AAC, DivX video and JPEG files with the Disc Navigator

Finding and playing various media files (audio, video, images) on discs using the Disc Navigator.

Using Playlists

Feature to create and manage custom playlists of up to 30 files for WMA, MP3, AAC, and JPEG.

Programming playlists

Step-by-step guide to programming playlists by adding files from discs.

Listening to playlists

How to play the created playlists, including those with mixed JPEG and audio files.

Clearing files from a playlist

Removing specific files from a programmed playlist using the Disc Navigator screen.

Looping a section of a disc

Using the A-B Repeat function to specify and loop a particular section of a disc.

Using repeat play

Options for repeating playback of tracks, chapters, titles, or entire discs.

Using random play

Playing titles, chapters, or tracks in a random, shuffled order.

Creating a program list

Programming a custom playback order for titles, chapters, or tracks on a disc.

Other functions available from the program menu

Accessing additional options within the program menu for playback control and management.

Searching a disc

Finding content on discs by title, chapter, track number, or time.

Switching subtitles

Changing subtitle language during playback of DVD or DivX video discs.

Switching language/audio channels

Selecting different audio languages or channels for discs with multiple audio options.

Zooming the screen

Magnifying parts of the screen by 2x or 4x during playback of video or JPEG discs.

Switching camera angles

Changing camera angles for multi-angle scenes on DVD discs during playback.

Displaying disc information

Showing track, chapter, and title information on-screen or on the front panel display.

05 USB playback

Using the USB interface

Connecting and using USB mass storage devices for two-channel audio and JPEG file playback.

Basic playback controls

Describes basic remote controls for starting, pausing, and navigating USB playback.

Scanning files

Fast-scanning audio or image files on a connected USB device.

Playing a JPEG slideshow

Playing JPEG files from a USB device as a slideshow, with optional audio playback.

Browsing files with the Navigator

Finding files and folders on a USB device by name using the Navigator feature.

06 More tuner features: RDS

An introduction to RDS

Explanation of the Radio Data System (RDS) for receiving station and program information.

Displaying RDS information

How to display various RDS information like Radio Text (RT), Program Service Name (PS), and Program Type (PTY).

Searching for RDS programs

Finding radio stations based on specific program types (PTY) using the tuner.

07 Audio Settings and Video Adjust menus

Audio Settings menu

Adjusting audio parameters like Audio DRC for optimal sound quality based on source material.

Video Adjust menu

Modifying picture settings such as sharpness, brightness, contrast, and color for better visual output.

08 Initial Settings menu

Using the Initial Settings menu

Overview of the initial setup process for configuring audio, video, and other system parameters.

Video Output settings

Configuring video output settings for TV screens (4:3, 16:9) and resolutions (HDMI).

Language settings

Setting preferred languages for audio tracks, subtitles, and on-screen menus.

Subtitle Display

Options for enabling or disabling subtitles display during DVD playback.

Display settings

Adjusting on-screen display (OSD) language and camera angle indicators.

Options settings

Accessing Parental Lock and DivX VOD settings from the options menu.

Speakers settings

Configuring speaker settings, primarily focusing on speaker distance for surround sound calibration.

Parental Lock

Setting parental controls to restrict playback of content based on rating levels.

Setting/changing the Parental Lock

How to change the parental lock level and set a new password for security.

Setting/changing the Country/Area code

Setting the DVD region code to ensure compatibility with discs from different geographical areas.

About DivX® VOD content

Information on playing DivX Video on Demand content and its registration requirements.

Displaying your DivX VOD registration code

How to retrieve the player's DivX VOD registration code for content providers.

Playing DivX® VOD content

Details on playing DivX VOD content, including limitations on plays and expired rentals.

Speaker Distance

Setting the precise distance of each speaker from the listening position for accurate surround sound.

09 Other connections

Connecting external antennas

How to connect AM and FM antennas for improved radio reception.

Connecting auxiliary audio components

Connecting external analog audio sources like tape decks or MD players for playback.

Using the SCART AV output

Using the SCART connector for higher quality composite video and audio output to a TV.

Line Out options

Configuring sound output for LINE OUT and AV CONNECTOR terminals, including downmixing options.

Connecting using HDMI

Connecting the unit to a TV or monitor using an HDMI cable for high-quality digital video and audio.

Switching the HDMI audio setting

Enabling or disabling audio output through the HDMI connection.

Resetting the HDMI connection

Troubleshooting steps for HDMI connection issues like blank screens or error messages.

About HDMI

Technical explanation of the HDMI interface, its capabilities, and standards like HDCP.

About control out connections

Using SR CONTROL connections to remotely operate multiple Pioneer components.

10 Additional information

Disc/content format playback compatibility

Lists all compatible disc types (CD, DVD, etc.) and media file formats supported by the player.

About DualDisc playback

Information regarding the playback compatibility of DualDiscs, which have two sides.

Disc compatibility table

A detailed table outlining compatible media formats and their playback status (e.g., CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-RW).

About DivX

Explanation of the DivX compressed digital video format and its playback on this unit.

DivX video compatibility

Details on which DivX video versions and file extensions (.avi, .divx) are supported.

Displaying DivX subtitle files

How to display external DivX subtitle files by matching the language setting.

About DVD+R/DVD+RW compatibility

Compatibility information for DVD+R and DVD+RW discs, including 'Video Mode' requirements.

About MPEG-4 AAC

Information about MPEG-4 AAC audio compression technology and its playback.

About WMA

Information about Windows Media Audio (WMA) playback capabilities and requirements.

Using and taking care of discs

Guidelines for handling, storing, and cleaning discs to ensure proper playback and prevent damage.

DVD Video regions

Explanation of DVD region coding and how it affects disc compatibility with the player.

Installation and maintenance

Advice on proper installation, environmental considerations, and basic maintenance for the unit.

Hints on installation

Recommendations for choosing a suitable location for the system to ensure proper ventilation and performance.

Cleaning the pickup lens

Instructions on how to clean the DVD player's laser pickup lens if playback issues occur.

Problems with condensation

What to do if condensation forms inside the player due to temperature changes.

Moving the system unit

Steps to safely move the main unit, including powering off and unplugging.

Screen sizes and disc formats

Information on DVD disc aspect ratios (4:3, widescreen) and their display on TVs.

TV system setting

How to set the TV system (AUTO, NTSC, PAL) for optimal picture display based on your TV.

Switching off the demo

Instructions on how to disable the automatic demo feature that starts when the unit is plugged in.

Dimming the Display

Adjusting the brightness of the front panel display, which can also turn off the Power Indicator.

Troubleshooting

General

Common problems and remedies for general system operation, power issues, and sound output.

DVD/CD/Video CD player

Troubleshooting specific issues related to disc loading, playback, picture quality, and format recognition.

Tuner

Solutions for problems with radio reception, noise, and auto-tuning issues.

USB connection

Troubleshooting issues related to USB device recognition, file display, and playback errors.

HDMI connection

Problems and solutions for HDMI video and audio output, including connection and resolution errors.

Error Messages

Explains various error messages displayed by the system and their potential causes.

Resetting the system

How to reset all system settings to their factory default values to resolve persistent issues.

Setting the Key Lock

How to enable or disable the front panel button lock feature to prevent accidental changes.

Using the language code list

References the list of language codes used for setting audio and subtitle preferences.

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