PORTABLE DVD PLAYER
WITH 7" SCREEN
PDV313
Instruction Manual
REGION 2
Before operating please read all these instructions thoroughly.
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  • Page 1 PORTABLE DVD PLAYER WITH 7" SCREEN PDV313 Instruction Manual REGION 2 Before operating please read all these instructions thoroughly.
  • Page 2 SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equip- ment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. ************** read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS .................................. 1 ACCESSORY CHECK LIST ............................1 IMPORTANT ................................. 2 SAFETY ..................................2-4 PLAYER ZONES ................................5 INSTALLATION ................................5 CONNECTIONS ................................. 5-6 MAIN UNIT ..................................7 REMOTE CONTROL ..............................8-9 BASIC SET-UP ................................ 9-10 SYSTEM SET-UP ..............................10-12 BASIC OPERATION ..............................
  • Page 4: Important

    IMPORTANT Since CD circuitry may cause interference to other radio tuners nearby, switch this unit off when not in use or move it away from the affected radio tuner. NOTE : This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A / Class B ( whichever is applicable ) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of Industry Canada.
  • Page 5 SAFETY DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION : Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 6 SAFETY 7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
  • Page 7: Player Zones

    PLAYER ZONES For the purpose of distribution of DVD Discs, the workd has been separated into 6 zones. The zone your player is intended for is indicated on the “ Zone Label “. This should be the same as the label on discs available in your region. If you have any difficulties in playing a disc, make sure that the disc is for the same zone as your player.
  • Page 8: Connections

    CONNECTIONS 2. Connecting to an Amplifer with Dolby Digital Decoder Note: • The DVD player can be connected to an AV amplifier with Dolby Digital decoder via the Digital Optical Cable ( optional extra ). 3. Connecting for in car use Use the Car Power Adaptor for power when using the DVD player in a car.
  • Page 9: Main Unit

    MAIN UNIT 1. ON/OFF – Turn the player on or off. OPEN – To open the disc door. PLAY – Start disc playback or pause the playback. STOP – Stops disc playback. SKIP + – To skip to the next track, and next chapter ( only while playing ) SKIP - –...
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL 1. Setup – Accesses the DVD player setup menu. 2. Menu – In DVD mode, press for menu setup for DVD title ( if available ). 3. Title – Press to go to the title menu at DVD mode. 4.
  • Page 11: Basic Set-Up

    REMOTE CONTROL 18. Bookmark – Press to store the desired point to a Bookmark. 19. Repeat – Press to repeat a Chapter, Track Title, or All content. 20. A-B – Press to mark a segment to repeat between A and B. 21.
  • Page 12: System Set-Up

    BASIC SET-UP Using the Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Pack 1. Connect the AC/DC adapter lead to the unit and plug the AC adapter into a mains socket. 2. Switch off the unit by sliding the ON/OFF button to OFF. 3. The battery will start to charging automatically, at this moment, the charging LED will light in red. 4.
  • Page 13: Angle Mark

    SYSTEM SET-UP 3. Angle Mark The function only works for disc having scenes recorded at different angles. ON/ OFF – With this switched on you will be notified if alternative viewing angles are available. 4. OSD Language The languages menu enables you to set preferred language options for the DVD player’s menu system. 5.
  • Page 14 SYSTEM SET-UP 1. Dynamic This feature compresses the dynamic range of a disc’s soundtrack. Access VIDEO SET-UP page by pressing the “ SET-UP “ and “ “ keys on the unit or remote control. 1. Brightness Use to increase or decrease the screen brightness. 2.
  • Page 15: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Loading and removing a disc 1. Hold the display and operating section securely and lift the display. 2. Press the main unit’s OPEN button to open the door lid 3. Press the disc down on to the centre spindle until a click is heard. 4.
  • Page 16 BASIC OPERATION 3. The cursor jumps to the next spot in the program list section. Make sure the box is highlighted and enter your next track. 4. Continue adding titles (and chapters) until your program is complete. You can play your program by highlighting START and press OK.
  • Page 17 BASIC OPERATION PLAY/PAUSE – Press PLAY / PAUSE button to start playing the disc. – Press the PLAY / PAUSE button to pause the playback. – To resume playback at the position where the disc was paused, press the PLAY / PAUSE button again. –...
  • Page 18: Cd / Dvd / Vcd / Mp3-Cd

    BASIC OPERATION Slow (Remote Control) – Repeatedly pressing the button will slow play the disc at various speeds both back wards and forwards ; this is indicated on the screen. 0~9 (Remote Control) – Press to input information such as chapter number, track numbers, or to make selections on some menu screens.
  • Page 19 CD / DVD / VCD / MP3-CD Notes : - In “ PBC ON “ mode, you could use number keys to select the desired chapter for playback directly. - To toggle “ PBC ON “ or “ PBC OFF “ , press TITLE button on the remote control. Playing a CD, CD-G disc 1.
  • Page 20: Disc Notes

    DISC NOTES Disc formats supported by this player • DVD-VIDEO • COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO • CD - R/RW • MP3 • VCD 2.0 Discs which cannot be played with this player • DVD-ROM • DVD-RAM • CDV Handling and Cleaning •...
  • Page 21: Trouble Shooting Guide

    DISC NOTES Preparing New Discs with Rough Spots A new disc many have rough edges on its inside and outside edges. If a disc with rough edges is used, the proper setting will not be performed and the player will not play the disc. Therefore, remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball point pen or pencil as shown on the right.
  • Page 22: Trouble Shooting Guide

    TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE NO SOUND • Check audio connections. • Make sure the sound setup of DVD disc is correct. NO RETURN TO START-UP SCREEN WHEN DISC IS REMOVED • Check to see if the program requires another disc to be loaded. •...
  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Power supply AC adapter : AC230V~50Hz DC source : DC 12V / 2000mA (center positive) Power Consumption Operation Temperature (humidity) 0 --- 40 deg C (less than 95%, no condensation) Screen Display 7” / 16:9 TFT panel Discs Played DVD-Video, CD-DA, CD-R/RW, MP3, JPEG, VCD 2.0 Video Formats PAL / NTSC...
  • Page 24: Uk Guarantee

    Any parts replaced under this guarantee shall become the property of Hitachi Europe Ltd. Any claims made under guarantee must be directed to the dealer from whom the equipment was originally purchased.
  • Page 25 Hitachi Ltd. Consumer Business Group Shin-Otemachi Bldg 5f, 2-1, Otemachi 2-Chome, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 100-0004 Japan HITACHI EUROPE LTD. HITACHI EUROPE S.A. Consumer Affairs Department 364, Kifissias Ave. & 1, Delfon Str. PO Box 3007 152 33 Chalandri Maidenhead Athens Berkshire SL6 8ZE...

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