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INTRODUCTION 3
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the
Harman Kardon DVD
The DVD is a multipurpose DVD player, capable of
playing both DVD-Audio and DVD-Video discs
and conventional CD audio discs with the highest
fidelity and access to future software upgrades
via the Internet. Along with conventional DVD-
Audio/Video and CD audio discs, the
DVD 31 is also compatible with MP3, CD-R and
CD-RW as well as VCD discs.
To enable you to get the maximum quality from
DVDs, the DVD is equipped with the latest in
design techniques, including advanced 10-bit
video digital-to-analog converters (DAC) and
Video (composite), S-Video and RGB video (RGB
via SCART) outputs, to ensure that you get all the
quality inherent in todays DVD medium. For opti-
mum playback of NTSC and PAL DVD with com-
patible high-definition display devices, DVD is
equipped with progressive component video
outputs.
In addition, Harman Kardons audio heritage
continues into the digital video era with audio-
phile-grade Wolfson DACs to ensure that the
audio quality matches the superb video. Of
course, both coaxial and optical digital audio
outputs are available for direct connection to A/V
receivers or processors so that you may take
advantage of Dolby Digital* and DTS
®sound-
tracks. When playing audio CDs, the playback
quality is state-of-the-art, matching that of the
finest players available.A wide range of programming features makes it
easy to program an evenings worth of entertain-
ment. When playing DVDs, easy-to-understand
on-screen menus and icons make it simple to
change languages, soundtracks, subtitles or
aspect ratio, while a parental-lock function
enables you to control which discs may be
viewed by younger members of the household.
DVD players are among the fastest growing con-
sumer electronics products ever brought to mar-
ket, but this may, nevertheless, be the first DVD
player youve owned. Although many of the fea-
tures of the DVD resemble those of standard CD
players, there are a number of functions that you
may be unfamiliar with. To ensure that you are
able to take advantage of all the power and
flexibility the DVD has to offer, we encourage you
to review this quick setup manual. That small
investment of your time will pay major dividends
in the enjoyment you will get from proper use of
the DVD.
If you have additional questions about this
product or its installation or operation that are
not answered in this manual, please contact your
dealer, as he is your best source of local infor-
mation.Plays a Wide Range of Video and Audio
Formats, Including DVD-Video Discs,
VCD, Standard CD Audio Discs, CD-R/RW,
DVD-R/RW, DVD-+R/RW, Audio Discs and
MP3 Discs
DVD-Audio Playback for Richer Detail,
Expanded Dynamic Range and Improved
Realism
6-Channel Direct Output for DVD-Audio
Extensive Bass Management Options for
DVD-Audio with Speaker Setup, Output
Level Adjustment and Delay Settings
High-Quality Video Playback 10-Bit
DACs, Progressive Scan and Component
Video Outputs
Dolby Digital and DTS Data Signal
Output Through Both Optical and
Coaxial Digital Audio Connections
Audiophile-Grade Wolfson Output DACs
for the Finest Audio reproduction
Easy-to-Use On-Screen Navigation
System
Playback of MP3 and Windows
®WMA
Audio Discs and JPEG image files
Simultaneous Playback of MP3 and JPEG
files
Extensive Programming Capability for
Audio and Video Discs
Parental Lock Controls Prevent
Unauthorized Viewing of Restricted
Movies
Multiple Options for Language,
Soundtrack and Subtitle Selection
Multiple-Angle Capabilities With
Specially Encoded DVD Discs
Backlit, Ergonomically Designed Remote
Control
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