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Stereo DVD Tuner Deck
XV-EV51
XV-EV21
Stereo Power Amplifier
M-EV51
M-EV21
Speaker System
S-EV51V
S-EV21V
Operating Instructions

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Summary

Safety and Important Warnings

Risk of Electric Shock

Warning against opening the unit to avoid shock.

Laser Product Warning

Caution regarding laser diode safety.

Apparatus Not Waterproof

Warning against exposing unit to water to prevent fire/shock.

Fire Hazard Warning

Warning against placing naked flame sources on the apparatus.

General Precautions and Setup

FCC Compliance and User Information

Notes on FCC regulations, modifications, and copyright.

Ventilation and Energy Saving

Requirements for proper ventilation and energy saving design.

Voltage Selector Switch

Instructions for setting the voltage selector switch.

01 Before You Start

Whats in the Box

Lists all accessories included with the product.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

Instructions for battery installation in the remote.

Disc Compatibility

Using the Remote Control

Guidelines for effective remote operation.

General Disc Compatibility

Lists compatible disc types and logos.

CD-R;RW and DVD-R;RW Compatibility

Details on playing CD-R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs.

Disc Formats and MP3

PC-Created Disc Compatibility

Notes on discs created with personal computers.

MP3 Audio Compatibility

Specifies requirements for playing MP3 files.

Disc Structure and Regions

Titles, Chapters, and Tracks

Explains disc structure and organization.

DVD Video Regions

Details DVD region coding and compatibility.

02 Connecting Up

Connecting the System Components

Instructions for connecting the DVD tuner deck and power amplifier.

Connecting Speakers

Connecting Front and Center Speakers

How to connect front and center speakers to the amplifier.

Connecting Speaker Cables

Detailed steps for connecting speaker wires.

Surround Sound Setup

Connecting Surround Speakers

How to connect surround speakers for multi-channel sound.

Speaker Placement Hints

Guidelines for optimal speaker positioning.

Connecting Peripherals

Connecting Subwoofer and TV

How to connect subwoofer and TV for audio/video.

Connecting Antennas

Connecting Radio Antennas

How to connect the supplied AM and FM antennas.

Connecting Auxiliary Devices

Connecting External Antennas

Detailed instructions for external AM and FM antennas.

Connecting Auxiliary Components

How to connect external audio sources and recording devices.

Connecting the Power

Connecting the Power Cord

Final step to connect the system to mains power.

03 Controls and Displays

Front Panel Controls Overview

Identifies and explains front panel buttons and indicators.

Front Panel Controls (Continued)

Front Panel Controls (Continued)

Explains additional front panel functions and buttons.

Remote Control Functions

Remote Control Overview

Identifies and explains remote control buttons.

Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Operations

Details various remote control functions and button operations.

Remote Control Functions (Continued)

Remote Control Functions (Continued)

Explains remaining remote control buttons and features.

Front Panel Display Indicators

Display Indicators Overview

Explains the meaning of various indicators on the front panel display.

Front Panel Display Indicators (Continued)

Front Panel Display Indicators (Continued)

Details the remaining indicators on the front panel display.

04 Getting Started

Setting Up Your TV System

Guides the user through initial setup for matching the player to your TV.

Clock Setup

Switching On and Setting the Clock

Instructions for powering on and setting the system clock.

Changing the Clock Format

How to switch between 12-hour and 24-hour clock displays.

Remote Control for TV

Setting Up Remote for TV Control

Steps to program the remote for TV control.

Switching Off the Demo Feature

How to disable the automatic demo mode.

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Using the On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Explains how to navigate and use the OSD menus.

Playing Discs - Basic Operation

Playing Discs - Basic Operation

Basic steps for loading and playing discs.

Disc Playback FAQ

Answers common questions about disc loading and playback issues.

Basic Disc Playback Controls

Basic Playback Controls (Remote)

Details remote control buttons for disc playback.

Disc Menu Navigation

Front Panel Playback Controls

Explains playback functions on the front panel.

DVD-Video Disc Menus

How to navigate and use DVD menus.

Advanced Playback Features

Video CD PBC Menus

How to navigate Video CD Playback Control menus.

Listening to Auxiliary Components

How to connect and listen to external audio sources.

Automatic Power On Buttons

Explains buttons that can turn the unit on.

05 Setting Up for Surround Sound

Choosing Your Surround Sound Settings

Guides the user through selecting surround sound modes.

Surround Sound Settings (Part 1)

Front, Center, Surround Speaker Distance

Adjusts distance for speakers for optimal sound.

Dynamic Range Control Setting

Compresses dynamic range for clearer low-level sounds.

Surround Sound Settings (Part 2)

Dual Mono and LFE Attenuator Settings

Selects audio channel for dual mono and adjusts LFE level.

Subwoofer Setting

Configures the active subwoofer for sound output.

Setting Speaker Levels

Setting Relative Volume Levels of Each Channel

Balances speaker levels using test tones.

06 Playing Discs

Introduction to Disc Playback

Overview of disc playback features and OSD usage.

Using the Disc Navigator

How to browse disc contents to find parts to play.

Disc Playback Modes

Scanning Discs

How to fast-scan discs at various speeds.

Playing in Slow Motion

How to play DVDs and Video CDs in slow motion.

Advanced Playback Features

Frame Advance and Frame Reverse

How to advance or reverse playback frame-by-frame.

Looping a Section of a Disc (A-B Repeat)

Sets start and end points to loop a section of audio/video.

Repeat Play Options

Using Repeat Play

Explains various repeat play options for discs.

Random Play Options

Using Random Play

How to play titles/tracks in a random order.

Program List Creation

Creating Program Lists

How to program playback order of titles/chapters/tracks.

Editing Program Lists

Editing Program Lists

Instructions for adding/deleting steps in a program list.

Program Menu Functions

Other OSD Program Menu Functions

Start/cancel program play, erase list, memorize list.

Program List via Front Panel

Program List Creation via Front Panel

How to create program lists using the front panel display.

Clearing and Searching

Clearing Program Lists

How to clear tracks or the entire program list.

Searching a Disc

How to find specific titles, chapters, tracks, or times on a disc.

Disc Playback Options

Switching Subtitles

How to select subtitle language during playback.

Switching DVD Audio Language

How to select audio language during DVD playback.

Switching Audio Channels (Video CD)

How to select audio channels for Video CDs.

Zooming the Screen

How to magnify parts of the screen during playback.

Disc Information and Camera Angles

Switching Camera Angles

How to change camera angles on multi-angle DVD scenes.

Displaying Disc Information

How to show track, chapter, and title information on-screen.

Front Panel Disc Information

Using Front Panel Display for Disc Info

How to view disc information on the front panel display.

07 Listening to the Radio

Choosing Radio Stations

How to tune into FM/AM stations.

Improving Poor FM Reception

Tips for better FM reception, including switching to mono.

Memorizing Radio Stations

Memorizing Stations

How to save up to 30 favorite radio stations.

Manually Saving Station Presets

Step-by-step guide to saving presets manually.

Automatically Saving Station Presets

How the unit automatically tunes and saves stations.

Tuner Display Modes

Listening to Station Presets

How to select and listen to saved radio presets.

Changing Tuner Displays

How to cycle through tuner display modes (Clock, Frequency).

08 Using the Tape Deck

Playing Cassette Tapes

How to play tapes, including auto-reverse and Dolby NR.

Tape Playback Operations

Tape Playback Operations

Details on starting, pausing, stopping, and track skipping.

Tape Recording and Display

Resetting and Changing Tape Displays

How to reset the tape counter and switch display modes.

Making Tape Recordings

How to record from various sources onto tape.

Tape Recording Setup

Recording Setup and Operation

Steps for setting reverse mode, source, and starting recording.

Automatically Recording CDs (ASES)

How to use ASES for automatic CD to tape recording.

CD Recording and AM Tape Improvement

CD Recording using ASES

Detailed steps for recording CDs via ASES.

Improving AM Tape Recordings

Adjusting beat cut mode for noisy AM recordings.

Reducing Source Signal Level

Reducing Source Signal Level

Using LINE ATT to reduce input signal for cleaner recordings.

09 Singing Karaoke

Karaoke Setup and Operation

How to plug in mics, load backing tracks, and sing.

Karaoke Adjustments

Changing Vocal Mix and Backing Track

Adjusting echo effects and backing track pitch.

10 Using Surround Sound

Introduction to Surround Sound Modes

Overview of available surround sound options.

Surround Sound Modes Explained

Details various surround modes like Auto, Pro Logic, Stereo.

Advanced Surround DSP Modes

Explains DSP modes for multi-channel sources.

Multi-Channel Playback

Movie and Virtual Surround Modes

Describes Movie, Virtual Surround Back, and Expanded modes.

Listening to Multi-Channel Playback

How multi-channel sources are decoded automatically.

Selecting Surround Modes

Selecting Surround and Advanced Surround Modes

How to select between Pro Logic II and Advanced Surround modes.

11 Adjusting the Sound

Adjusting Bass and Treble

How to increase or decrease bass and treble levels.

Adjusting Audio Balance

How to change the left/right balance of the sound.

Creating Wider Stereo Sound

Using Stereo Wide feature to enhance stereo spread.

Saving Your Sound Preferences

How to store custom bass, treble, and stereo-wide settings.

Sound Field and Bass Boost

Using the Sound Field Control (SFC)

Selects sound modes like ACTION, DOME, DRAMA, KARAOKE.

Switching Off the Center Speaker

How to disable the center speaker for stereo output.

Adjusting DSP Effect Level

Adjusts effect levels for Music, Movie, Expanded Advanced Surround.

Boosting the Bass Level

Turns bass boost on or off to enhance low frequencies.

Muting the Sound

Muting the Sound

How to temporarily turn off audio output using the mute button.

12 Using the Timer

Setting the Wake-Up Timer

How to set the system to turn on and play a source at a specific time.

Timer On;Off and Sleep Timer

Turning the Wake-Up Timer On;Off

How to activate or deactivate the wake-up timer.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Sets the system to switch off after a specified time.

Setting the Record Timer

Setting the Record Timer

How to set the timer to record from LINE IN or radio.

Timer and Child Lock Control

Turning the Record Timer On;Off

How to activate or deactivate the record timer.

Child Lock Feature

How to lock/unlock front panel controls to prevent accidental use.

13 The Audio Settings Menu (EV21 DVD Only)

Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

Adjusts dynamic range for clearer low-volume sounds.

Virtual Surround Feature

Enables surround sound effects from stereo speakers.

14 The Initial Setup Menu

Using the Initial Setup Menu

Overview of the setup menu for player configuration.

Video Settings - TV Screen

Sets the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) for the TV screen.

Language and Video Settings

S-Video Output Settings

Configures S-Video output signal format.

Audio Language Settings

Sets the preferred audio language for DVD playback.

Subtitle Language Settings

Sets the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback.

Display and Menu Language Settings

Subtitle Display Settings

Controls whether subtitles are displayed or turned off.

DVD Menu Language Settings

Specifies language for DVD disc menus.

OSD Language Settings

Sets the language for on-screen displays.

Screen Display Options

On-Screen Display and Angle Indicator

Controls operation displays and the multi-angle icon.

Parental Lock Setup

Overview of parental lock feature and password registration.

Password Management

Password Management

How to register and change the system password.

Parental Lock and Country Code

Setting Parental Lock Level

How to adjust the parental lock level for discs.

Setting;Changing the Country Code

How to set or change the DVD region code.

15 Additional Information

Changing Frequency Step and TV Format

Adjusts tuning interval and TV system settings.

Resetting the Unit to Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset all settings to factory defaults.

Disc Handling and Storage

Handling and Storing Discs

Guidelines for proper disc handling and storage.

Discs to Avoid

Warns against using damaged or shaped discs.

Cassette Tape Care and Installation

Using Cassette Tapes

Information on cassette tape care and use.

Tapes to Avoid

Recommends using tapes no longer than 90 minutes.

Protecting Your Recordings

How to protect recordings by breaking erase-protect tabs.

Proper Installation and Maintenance

Hints on choosing a suitable location and general care.

Unit Maintenance and Safety

Cleaning the Pickup Lens

Advice on cleaning the DVD player's lens.

Problems with Condensation

How to handle condensation forming inside the player.

Moving the Unit Safely

Steps to take before moving the player to prevent damage.

Power Cord Precautions

Safety guidelines for handling the power cord.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Guide

Lists common problems and their solutions for the system.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Remote Control and Disc Player Issues

Troubleshoots remote control and disc playback problems.

Troubleshooting Specific Components

Picture and Volume Troubleshooting

Addresses picture disturbances and volume differences.

Tuner Troubleshooting

Solves issues with radio noise, auto tuning, and mono sound.

Tape Deck and Error Messages

Tape Deck Troubleshooting

Solves problems related to recording and sound quality on the tape deck.

Error Messages Explained

Describes common error messages and their meanings.

Screen Size and Disc Formats

Screen Size and Disc Format Information

Explains aspect ratios and TV screen settings.

Remote Control Codes

Preset Code List for Remote Control

Lists codes for programming the remote to control other devices.

Language and Country Codes

Language and Country Code Lists

Provides lists of language and country codes for setup.

Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Audio and Video Terms

Defines technical terms used in the manual.

Technical Specifications

DVD Region Codes and S-Video Output

Explains DVD region coding and S-Video signal formats.

Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the system components.

System Specifications

System Specifications

Details specifications for speakers, power, dimensions, and accessories.

Summary

Safety and Important Warnings

Risk of Electric Shock

Warning against opening the unit to avoid shock.

Laser Product Warning

Caution regarding laser diode safety.

Apparatus Not Waterproof

Warning against exposing unit to water to prevent fire/shock.

Fire Hazard Warning

Warning against placing naked flame sources on the apparatus.

General Precautions and Setup

FCC Compliance and User Information

Notes on FCC regulations, modifications, and copyright.

Ventilation and Energy Saving

Requirements for proper ventilation and energy saving design.

Voltage Selector Switch

Instructions for setting the voltage selector switch.

01 Before You Start

Whats in the Box

Lists all accessories included with the product.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

Instructions for battery installation in the remote.

Disc Compatibility

Using the Remote Control

Guidelines for effective remote operation.

General Disc Compatibility

Lists compatible disc types and logos.

CD-R;RW and DVD-R;RW Compatibility

Details on playing CD-R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs.

Disc Formats and MP3

PC-Created Disc Compatibility

Notes on discs created with personal computers.

MP3 Audio Compatibility

Specifies requirements for playing MP3 files.

Disc Structure and Regions

Titles, Chapters, and Tracks

Explains disc structure and organization.

DVD Video Regions

Details DVD region coding and compatibility.

02 Connecting Up

Connecting the System Components

Instructions for connecting the DVD tuner deck and power amplifier.

Connecting Speakers

Connecting Front and Center Speakers

How to connect front and center speakers to the amplifier.

Connecting Speaker Cables

Detailed steps for connecting speaker wires.

Surround Sound Setup

Connecting Surround Speakers

How to connect surround speakers for multi-channel sound.

Speaker Placement Hints

Guidelines for optimal speaker positioning.

Connecting Peripherals

Connecting Subwoofer and TV

How to connect subwoofer and TV for audio/video.

Connecting Antennas

Connecting Radio Antennas

How to connect the supplied AM and FM antennas.

Connecting Auxiliary Devices

Connecting External Antennas

Detailed instructions for external AM and FM antennas.

Connecting Auxiliary Components

How to connect external audio sources and recording devices.

Connecting the Power

Connecting the Power Cord

Final step to connect the system to mains power.

03 Controls and Displays

Front Panel Controls Overview

Identifies and explains front panel buttons and indicators.

Front Panel Controls (Continued)

Front Panel Controls (Continued)

Explains additional front panel functions and buttons.

Remote Control Functions

Remote Control Overview

Identifies and explains remote control buttons.

Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Operations

Details various remote control functions and button operations.

Remote Control Functions (Continued)

Remote Control Functions (Continued)

Explains remaining remote control buttons and features.

Front Panel Display Indicators

Display Indicators Overview

Explains the meaning of various indicators on the front panel display.

Front Panel Display Indicators (Continued)

Front Panel Display Indicators (Continued)

Details the remaining indicators on the front panel display.

04 Getting Started

Setting Up Your TV System

Guides the user through initial setup for matching the player to your TV.

Clock Setup

Switching On and Setting the Clock

Instructions for powering on and setting the system clock.

Changing the Clock Format

How to switch between 12-hour and 24-hour clock displays.

Remote Control for TV

Setting Up Remote for TV Control

Steps to program the remote for TV control.

Switching Off the Demo Feature

How to disable the automatic demo mode.

On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Using the On-Screen Displays (OSD)

Explains how to navigate and use the OSD menus.

Playing Discs - Basic Operation

Playing Discs - Basic Operation

Basic steps for loading and playing discs.

Disc Playback FAQ

Answers common questions about disc loading and playback issues.

Basic Disc Playback Controls

Basic Playback Controls (Remote)

Details remote control buttons for disc playback.

Disc Menu Navigation

Front Panel Playback Controls

Explains playback functions on the front panel.

DVD-Video Disc Menus

How to navigate and use DVD menus.

Advanced Playback Features

Video CD PBC Menus

How to navigate Video CD Playback Control menus.

Listening to Auxiliary Components

How to connect and listen to external audio sources.

Automatic Power On Buttons

Explains buttons that can turn the unit on.

05 Setting Up for Surround Sound

Choosing Your Surround Sound Settings

Guides the user through selecting surround sound modes.

Surround Sound Settings (Part 1)

Front, Center, Surround Speaker Distance

Adjusts distance for speakers for optimal sound.

Dynamic Range Control Setting

Compresses dynamic range for clearer low-level sounds.

Surround Sound Settings (Part 2)

Dual Mono and LFE Attenuator Settings

Selects audio channel for dual mono and adjusts LFE level.

Subwoofer Setting

Configures the active subwoofer for sound output.

Setting Speaker Levels

Setting Relative Volume Levels of Each Channel

Balances speaker levels using test tones.

06 Playing Discs

Introduction to Disc Playback

Overview of disc playback features and OSD usage.

Using the Disc Navigator

How to browse disc contents to find parts to play.

Disc Playback Modes

Scanning Discs

How to fast-scan discs at various speeds.

Playing in Slow Motion

How to play DVDs and Video CDs in slow motion.

Advanced Playback Features

Frame Advance and Frame Reverse

How to advance or reverse playback frame-by-frame.

Looping a Section of a Disc (A-B Repeat)

Sets start and end points to loop a section of audio/video.

Repeat Play Options

Using Repeat Play

Explains various repeat play options for discs.

Random Play Options

Using Random Play

How to play titles/tracks in a random order.

Program List Creation

Creating Program Lists

How to program playback order of titles/chapters/tracks.

Editing Program Lists

Editing Program Lists

Instructions for adding/deleting steps in a program list.

Program Menu Functions

Other OSD Program Menu Functions

Start/cancel program play, erase list, memorize list.

Program List via Front Panel

Program List Creation via Front Panel

How to create program lists using the front panel display.

Clearing and Searching

Clearing Program Lists

How to clear tracks or the entire program list.

Searching a Disc

How to find specific titles, chapters, tracks, or times on a disc.

Disc Playback Options

Switching Subtitles

How to select subtitle language during playback.

Switching DVD Audio Language

How to select audio language during DVD playback.

Switching Audio Channels (Video CD)

How to select audio channels for Video CDs.

Zooming the Screen

How to magnify parts of the screen during playback.

Disc Information and Camera Angles

Switching Camera Angles

How to change camera angles on multi-angle DVD scenes.

Displaying Disc Information

How to show track, chapter, and title information on-screen.

Front Panel Disc Information

Using Front Panel Display for Disc Info

How to view disc information on the front panel display.

07 Listening to the Radio

Choosing Radio Stations

How to tune into FM/AM stations.

Improving Poor FM Reception

Tips for better FM reception, including switching to mono.

Memorizing Radio Stations

Memorizing Stations

How to save up to 30 favorite radio stations.

Manually Saving Station Presets

Step-by-step guide to saving presets manually.

Automatically Saving Station Presets

How the unit automatically tunes and saves stations.

Tuner Display Modes

Listening to Station Presets

How to select and listen to saved radio presets.

Changing Tuner Displays

How to cycle through tuner display modes (Clock, Frequency).

08 Using the Tape Deck

Playing Cassette Tapes

How to play tapes, including auto-reverse and Dolby NR.

Tape Playback Operations

Tape Playback Operations

Details on starting, pausing, stopping, and track skipping.

Tape Recording and Display

Resetting and Changing Tape Displays

How to reset the tape counter and switch display modes.

Making Tape Recordings

How to record from various sources onto tape.

Tape Recording Setup

Recording Setup and Operation

Steps for setting reverse mode, source, and starting recording.

Automatically Recording CDs (ASES)

How to use ASES for automatic CD to tape recording.

CD Recording and AM Tape Improvement

CD Recording using ASES

Detailed steps for recording CDs via ASES.

Improving AM Tape Recordings

Adjusting beat cut mode for noisy AM recordings.

Reducing Source Signal Level

Reducing Source Signal Level

Using LINE ATT to reduce input signal for cleaner recordings.

09 Singing Karaoke

Karaoke Setup and Operation

How to plug in mics, load backing tracks, and sing.

Karaoke Adjustments

Changing Vocal Mix and Backing Track

Adjusting echo effects and backing track pitch.

10 Using Surround Sound

Introduction to Surround Sound Modes

Overview of available surround sound options.

Surround Sound Modes Explained

Details various surround modes like Auto, Pro Logic, Stereo.

Advanced Surround DSP Modes

Explains DSP modes for multi-channel sources.

Multi-Channel Playback

Movie and Virtual Surround Modes

Describes Movie, Virtual Surround Back, and Expanded modes.

Listening to Multi-Channel Playback

How multi-channel sources are decoded automatically.

Selecting Surround Modes

Selecting Surround and Advanced Surround Modes

How to select between Pro Logic II and Advanced Surround modes.

11 Adjusting the Sound

Adjusting Bass and Treble

How to increase or decrease bass and treble levels.

Adjusting Audio Balance

How to change the left/right balance of the sound.

Creating Wider Stereo Sound

Using Stereo Wide feature to enhance stereo spread.

Saving Your Sound Preferences

How to store custom bass, treble, and stereo-wide settings.

Sound Field and Bass Boost

Using the Sound Field Control (SFC)

Selects sound modes like ACTION, DOME, DRAMA, KARAOKE.

Switching Off the Center Speaker

How to disable the center speaker for stereo output.

Adjusting DSP Effect Level

Adjusts effect levels for Music, Movie, Expanded Advanced Surround.

Boosting the Bass Level

Turns bass boost on or off to enhance low frequencies.

Muting the Sound

Muting the Sound

How to temporarily turn off audio output using the mute button.

12 Using the Timer

Setting the Wake-Up Timer

How to set the system to turn on and play a source at a specific time.

Timer On;Off and Sleep Timer

Turning the Wake-Up Timer On;Off

How to activate or deactivate the wake-up timer.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Sets the system to switch off after a specified time.

Setting the Record Timer

Setting the Record Timer

How to set the timer to record from LINE IN or radio.

Timer and Child Lock Control

Turning the Record Timer On;Off

How to activate or deactivate the record timer.

Child Lock Feature

How to lock/unlock front panel controls to prevent accidental use.

13 The Audio Settings Menu (EV21 DVD Only)

Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

Adjusts dynamic range for clearer low-volume sounds.

Virtual Surround Feature

Enables surround sound effects from stereo speakers.

14 The Initial Setup Menu

Using the Initial Setup Menu

Overview of the setup menu for player configuration.

Video Settings - TV Screen

Sets the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9) for the TV screen.

Language and Video Settings

S-Video Output Settings

Configures S-Video output signal format.

Audio Language Settings

Sets the preferred audio language for DVD playback.

Subtitle Language Settings

Sets the preferred subtitle language for DVD playback.

Display and Menu Language Settings

Subtitle Display Settings

Controls whether subtitles are displayed or turned off.

DVD Menu Language Settings

Specifies language for DVD disc menus.

OSD Language Settings

Sets the language for on-screen displays.

Screen Display Options

On-Screen Display and Angle Indicator

Controls operation displays and the multi-angle icon.

Parental Lock Setup

Overview of parental lock feature and password registration.

Password Management

Password Management

How to register and change the system password.

Parental Lock and Country Code

Setting Parental Lock Level

How to adjust the parental lock level for discs.

Setting;Changing the Country Code

How to set or change the DVD region code.

15 Additional Information

Changing Frequency Step and TV Format

Adjusts tuning interval and TV system settings.

Resetting the Unit to Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset all settings to factory defaults.

Disc Handling and Storage

Handling and Storing Discs

Guidelines for proper disc handling and storage.

Discs to Avoid

Warns against using damaged or shaped discs.

Cassette Tape Care and Installation

Using Cassette Tapes

Information on cassette tape care and use.

Tapes to Avoid

Recommends using tapes no longer than 90 minutes.

Protecting Your Recordings

How to protect recordings by breaking erase-protect tabs.

Proper Installation and Maintenance

Hints on choosing a suitable location and general care.

Unit Maintenance and Safety

Cleaning the Pickup Lens

Advice on cleaning the DVD player's lens.

Problems with Condensation

How to handle condensation forming inside the player.

Moving the Unit Safely

Steps to take before moving the player to prevent damage.

Power Cord Precautions

Safety guidelines for handling the power cord.

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Guide

Lists common problems and their solutions for the system.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Remote Control and Disc Player Issues

Troubleshoots remote control and disc playback problems.

Troubleshooting Specific Components

Picture and Volume Troubleshooting

Addresses picture disturbances and volume differences.

Tuner Troubleshooting

Solves issues with radio noise, auto tuning, and mono sound.

Tape Deck and Error Messages

Tape Deck Troubleshooting

Solves problems related to recording and sound quality on the tape deck.

Error Messages Explained

Describes common error messages and their meanings.

Screen Size and Disc Formats

Screen Size and Disc Format Information

Explains aspect ratios and TV screen settings.

Remote Control Codes

Preset Code List for Remote Control

Lists codes for programming the remote to control other devices.

Language and Country Codes

Language and Country Code Lists

Provides lists of language and country codes for setup.

Glossary of Terms

Glossary of Audio and Video Terms

Defines technical terms used in the manual.

Technical Specifications

DVD Region Codes and S-Video Output

Explains DVD region coding and S-Video signal formats.

Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the system components.

System Specifications

System Specifications

Details specifications for speakers, power, dimensions, and accessories.

Pioneer XV-EV21 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion1 %
Weight4.5 kg
Progressive ScanYes
Radio SystemFM
Tuner Frequency Range87.5 - 108 MHz
FM RadioYes
Remote ControlYes
TypeHome Theater System
Built-in DecodersDolby Digital, DTS
Media FormatMP3, WMA
Dimensions (W x H x D)320 x 90 x 300 mm

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