Sharp DV-AT4000 Operation Manual

Sharp DV-AT4000 Operation Manual

Sharp dvd player operation manual model number: dv-at4000

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MODEL
DV-AT4000
OPERATION MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best per-
formance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will
guide you in operating your SHARP product.

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  • Page 1: Dvd Player

    DVD PLAYER MODEL DV-AT4000 OPERATION MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best per- formance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
  • Page 2: For Your Records

    SPECIAL NOTES DV-AT4000 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Explanation of Graphical Symbols: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug. DV-AT4000 0109...
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) DV-AT4000 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603 4,577,216 4,819, 098 and 4, 907,093 licensed for limited viewing uses only. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DV-AT4000 Page...
  • Page 6: Accessories

    Accessories DV-AT4000 Please confirm that the following accessories are included. Yellow Orange Note: Only the above accessories are included. Types of playable discs The unit can play back discs bearing any of the following marks: Disc type DVD Video Disc for NTSC system...
  • Page 7: Precautions

    SHARP will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified.
  • Page 8: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and indicators DV-AT4000 " Main unit (front panel) 1. Power Switch ......... . 15 2.
  • Page 9 Some operations may not be performed depending on discs even if they are described in this manual. During operation, " This means that the operations described in this manual are prohibited by the disc. Invalid" may be displayed on the screen. DV-AT4000...
  • Page 10: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and indicators (continued) DV-AT4000 " Remote control 1. Remote Control Transmitter ....... . .15 2.
  • Page 11: Description Of Discs

    The number of audio tracks and audio re- cording system are indicated. ! The audio recorded on the DVD can be switched by using the AUDIO but- ton. ! Audio and recording system vary de- pending on the DVD. Check them in the DVD's manual. DV-AT4000...
  • Page 12: System Connections

    System connections DV-AT4000 Caution: Turn off all other equipment before making this connection. " Digital connection to a surround amplifier, etc. Connect the unit to a DTS digital surround amplifier, etc. to enjoy DVD/CD sounds through other equipment. (Connecting to a TV, refer to 13 -14 pages.)
  • Page 13 Notes: ! Change the TV input in accordance with the connected jack. ! Do not connect other equipment between the TV and the DVD player. If they are connected via a VCR, pictures may be distorted. ! Refer to the operation manual of the equipment to be connected.
  • Page 14 System connections (continued) DV-AT4000 " Connecting to a TV with component video input jacks If the connected TV supports progressive scanning, set the video mode selector switch to PROGRESSIVE to enjoy high-density images. If not, switch back to INTER- LACE.
  • Page 15: Remote Control

    ! Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and vibrations. " Remote control range The remote control can be used within the range shown below: battery terminals. 8" - 20' (0.2 m - 6 m) DV-AT4000 Remote sensor...
  • Page 16: Changing The Initial Setting Of Dvd

    Changing the initial setting of DVD DV-AT4000 Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1" or "VIDEO 2" etc. accord- ingly. Settings are retained even if the unit is set to the stand-by mode. Press the POWER switch on the main unit to turn the power on.
  • Page 17 When the unit is connected to the 2-channel audio equip- ment or an MD recorder, the Dolby Digital does not func- tion. LPCM Output 48 kHz* Converts the sound signal recorded by PCM of 96 kHz into 48 kHz. 96 kHz DV-AT4000 Description...
  • Page 18 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) DV-AT4000 Setting Video Control Panel Video TV Screen Progressive Mode Color Scheme Custom Color Setup Usage: Press ARROW keys to move, ENTER key to change, MENU key to exit. System Control Panel System...
  • Page 19: Disc Language

    The subtitle is displayed in a specified language. French CHARGEMENT Menu Lan- A language for disc menus can be set. guage Menu screens are displayed in a specified language. French English Setting English French Merci Thank you French CAST ACTEURS STAFF PERSONNEL DV-AT4000...
  • Page 20 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) DV-AT4000 " Video format Indicator 4:3 LB When playing a wide image (16:9) disc, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom and you can enjoy full wide im- ages (16:9) on a 4:3 size TV.
  • Page 21: Language Code List For Disc Language

    The stand-by indicator will go out. " To change the display brightness (3 levels) You can switch the display brightness by pressing the DIMMER button. Each time the button is pressed, the display brightness changes in the following order. Brightened Dimmed Dimmed further DV-AT4000 OFF.
  • Page 22: Playing A Disc

    Playing a disc DV-AT4000 Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1" or "VIDEO 2" etc. accordingly. Press the POWER switch on the main unit to turn the power on. While the stand-by indicator is lit (in the...
  • Page 23: Resume Playback

    ! When the disc tray is open, playback cannot be stopped. Close it. ! DVD discs cannot be removed when the unit is in the stand-by mode for resume play ( Resume lit). Close the tray, cancel the mode and try again. DV-AT4000 Resume PLAY Resume...
  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    Basic operation DV-AT4000 " To select the disc While in the stop or playback mode, pressing the SHIFT button and one of the 1 - 5 buttons on the remote con- trol to select the desired disc. ! This can be operated by press one of the 1 - 5 buttons on the main unit at the same time.
  • Page 25: Fast Forward/Fast Reverse (Search)

    The procedure shown here provides only general steps. The actual procedure for using the disc menu depends on the disc you are using. See the disc jacket for details. Example 1.Highlights 2.Start Movie button to change the setting and press the DV-AT4000...
  • Page 26: Useful Operation

    Useful operation DV-AT4000 " Still picture/Frame advance You can freeze the image and advance frame by frame. While a disc is playing, press the STEP button. Each press of the STEP button advances the frame in the still mode. Press the / button to return to the normal playback.
  • Page 27: To Play Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

    ! Some scenes in DVD may not allow A-B repeat play. ! When operating SVCD/VCD with the P .B.C. function, set the sequential play mode Repeat the currently playing disc. to SEQ.2 (see page 30). The normal playback DV-AT4000 On the unit...
  • Page 28: To Change The Angle

    Useful operation (continued) DV-AT4000 " To change the angle You can change the angle of view when playing a DVD disc that contains scenes recorded from multiple angles. While a disc is playing, press the ANGLE button. Angle information does not appear if not re- corded on the disc.
  • Page 29: Various Settings

    2-channel sound can be reproduced. Alternatively, connect to a DTS digital surround amplifier, etc. (see page 17). Audio language information ENG 1/6 ENG 1/2 1: Original <English> (Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround) 2: English (Dolby Digital 2 Surround) English French DV-AT4000...
  • Page 30: Switching Sequential Play Mode

    Various settings (continued) DV-AT4000 " Switching sequential play mode The unit is capable of sequential playback using the 5-disc changer. If a DVD and/or VCD is mixed in the discs to be played sequentially, the sequential playback may stop in the middle. The menu remains displayed. In this case, switch the sequential play mode.
  • Page 31: To Change The Display On Tv Screen

    When the power is on without a disc No disc Disc data is being read Load Type of disc Stop Stop Play Play Pause Pause Slow Slow 1/16 Fast Forward (search) Fast Play Fast Reverse (search) Fast Back Play DV-AT4000 On the unit...
  • Page 32: Video Cd And Super Video Cd Playback

    Video CD and Super Video CD playback DV-AT4000 The following playback functions are the same as DVD or CD opera- tions. Playing a disc ........... . 22 To select the disc .
  • Page 33: To Play In The Desired Order (Programmed Playback)

    ! To exit the programming procedure halfway through, press the P .MODE button. ! To check the status during the programmed play, press the P.MODE button. ! When operating SVCD/VCD with the P .B.C. function, set the sequential play mode to SEQ.2 (see page 30). DV-AT4000 Favorite List Disc Index...
  • Page 34: Cd Operation

    CD operation DV-AT4000 The following playback functions are the same as DVD or VCD opera- tions. Playing a disc ........... . 22 To select the disc .
  • Page 35: Mp3 And Jpeg Disc Operation

    Notes: ! Up to 18 characters can be displayed for an album name and a track name. Under- lines, asterisks, and spaces may not be displayed. ! The 8th or later layers cannot be played back. DV-AT4000 Disc1 T1/11 Kbps...
  • Page 36: Rotating A Picture

    MP3, JPEG disc operation (continued) DV-AT4000 " To zoom images (zoom) You can zoom in and zoom out images. Press the button to select a track and press the ENTER but- ton. Each press of the STEP tings as follows.
  • Page 37: Error Indicators And Warnings

    ! Do not apply oil to the inside of the equipment as this may cause malfunctions. " Cleaning the laser pickup lens In order to ensure proper operation of the DVD player, preventative maintenance (cleaning of the laser pickup lens) should be performed periodically. Lens cleaners are commercially available.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Chart

    Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service tech- nician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your autho- rized SHARP dealer or service center. " DVD player Symptom ! The audio cable is disconnected.
  • Page 39: Specifications

    Unplug the unit and, after for some time, plug it in again. Specifications As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.
  • Page 40 In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage.

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