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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Introduction
4 Safety Information
5 DVD Compatibility & Terminology
6 Front Panel Controls
7 Front Panel Information Display
8 Rear Panel Connections
9 Remote Control Functions
11 Installation and Connections
15 Setup Menu
15 Remote Control Operation
16 Audio Language Selection
16 Subtitle Language Selection
17 Menu Language Selection
17 Ratings Selection and Password Control
19 Aspect Ratio
20 Dynamic Range Setting
20 Digital Audio Out
21 Playback Basics
21 Loading Discs
23 DVD Playback
23 Using a DVDs Menu
24 Using the On-Screen Menu Bar for
DVD Playback
24 Selecting Titles and Chapters
25 Changing Languages
25 Changing Camera Angles
26 CD Playback
27 Programmed Play
29 Bookmarks
30 DVD Language Codes
31 Troubleshooting Guide
32 Technical Specifications
DVD 5 5-Disc DVD Changer
Typographical Conventions
In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel
connections, certain conventions have been used.
EXAMPLE -“ (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel
connection jack
EXAMPLE -“ (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display
1 -“ (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control
a -“ (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote
¡ -“ (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection
A -“ (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel display
-“ (letter in a triangle) indicates a step in the installation process
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3 INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Thank you for choosing the Harman
Kardon DVD 5.
The DVD 5 is a multipurpose
five-disc player, capable of playing both DVD
discs and conventional CD audio discs with the
highest fidelity. To enable you to get the maxi-
mum quality from DVDs, the DVD 5 is equipped
with the latest in design techniques, including
advanced 10-bit video digital-to-analog connec-
tors (DAC) and component video outputs, to
ensure that you get all the quality inherent in
todays DVD medium. In addition, Harman
Kardons audio heritage continues into the digi-
tal video era with audiophile-grade AKM output
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
®soundtracks. When playing
audio CDs, the playback quality is state-of-the-
art, matching that of the finest players available
while delivering the convenience of a five-disc
changer.
A wide range of programming features makes it
easy to program an evenings worth of enter-
tainment, selecting from tracks on multiple
discs. 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
consumer electronics products ever brought to
market, but this may, nevertheless, be the first
DVD player youve owned. Although many of
the features of the DVD 5 resemble those of
standard CD changers or players, there are a
number of functions that you may be unfamiliar
with. To ensure that you are able to take advan-
tage of all the power and flexibility the DVD 5
has to offer, we encourage you to review this
manual. That small investment in your time will
pay major dividends in the enjoyment you will
get from proper use of the DVD 5.
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 information. You may also contact
Harman Kardon via e-mail through our Web site
at www
.harmankardon.com .
Special Features
Plays DVD-movie discs, standard CD
audio discs, and CD-RW rewritable
audio discs
High-quality video playback 10-bit
DACs and component video outputs
Dolby Digital and DTS data signal out-
put through both optical and coaxial
digital audio connections
Audiophile-grade AKM output DACs for
the finest audio reproduction
Easy-to-use on-screen navigation
system
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
Bookmark function for easy return to
favorite scenes
Backlit, ergonomically designed
remote control
Five-disc-capacity changer with
play-exchange feature
NOTE:
This player is designed and
manufactured for compatibility with Region
Management Information that is encoded on
most DVD discs. This player is designed only for
playback of discs with Region Code 1, or for
discs that do not contain Region Code informa-
tion. If there is any other Region Code on a
disc, that disc will not play on the DVD 5.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
do not use this (polarized)
plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet
unless the blades can
be fully inserted to
prevent blade exposure.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the products
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
