Aeg-electrolux VCR-D 4507 User Manual

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DVD/CD PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

VCR-D 4507

Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

Precautions ...........................................................................2

LASER SAFETY ..................................................................2

IMPORTANT........................................................................2

POWER SUPPLY ................................................................2

DEW WARNING ..................................................................2

CAUTION.............................................................................2

Positioning ...........................................................................2

A Note about Recycling .......................................................2

Playable Discs .....................................................................3

Unplayable Discs .................................................................3

Important Copyright Information ..........................................3

Symbols Used in this Manual...............................................3

Functional Overview ............................................................4

Front Panel ..........................................................................4

Display .................................................................................4

Remote Control....................................................................5

Loading Batteries.................................................................5

VCR/DVD Switching ............................................................5

Rear View ............................................................................6

Setting up Your DVD/VCR....................................................6

Before Connecting ...............................................................6

Connecting to a TV ..............................................................6

For Better Sound (for DVD Features) ..................................7

External Input Mode (for VCR Features) .............................8

Video Cassette Tape ...........................................................8

TV Colour System................................................................8

Turning on Your DVD/VCR..................................................8

Changing the Language.......................................................8

Video Channel Setting .........................................................8

Setting the Clock..................................................................9

Channel Presetting ..............................................................9

Automatic Channel Preset ...................................................9

Manual Channel Preset .....................................................10

To Skip a Preset Channel..................................................10

Channel Reprogramming...................................................10

VCR Operation ....................................................................11

VCR Features ....................................................................11

Playback ............................................................................11

Recording...........................................................................12

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System ...............................................12

OTR (One Touch Recording).............................................13

Auto Repeat Playback .......................................................13

Picture Select.....................................................................13

Automatic Operations ........................................................13

Real Time Tape Counter................................................... 14

Timer Recording................................................................ 14

Auto Return ....................................................................... 15

Quick-Find......................................................................... 15

Index Search..................................................................... 15

Time Search...................................................................... 15

Recording from DVD to VCR ............................................ 15

Copying a Video Tape....................................................... 16

A Status Display................................................................ 16

DVD Operation ................................................................... 17

Basic Playback.................................................................. 17

Disc Menus ....................................................................... 17

Title Menu ......................................................................... 17

Calling up a Menu Screen During Playback...................... 17

MP3 Playback .................................................................. 17

Resume............................................................................. 18

Pause ................................................................................ 18

Step by Step Playback ...................................................... 18

Fast Forward / Reverse Search ........................................ 18

Slow Forward / Reverse.................................................... 18

Zoom ................................................................................. 18

Audio Language ................................................................ 18

Subtitle Language ............................................................. 18

Camera Angle ................................................................... 19

Stereo Sound Mode .......................................................... 19

Virtual Surround ................................................................ 19

Track Search..................................................................... 19

Title / Chapter Search ....................................................... 19

Time Search...................................................................... 19

Marker Setup..................................................................... 20

Repeat............................................................................... 20

Programmed Playback...................................................... 20

Random Playback ............................................................. 21

On-Screen Information...................................................... 21

DVD Setup .......................................................................... 22

Language Setting .............................................................. 22

Audio Setting..................................................................... 22

Display Setting .................................................................. 22

Parental Control ................................................................ 23

To Reset All the Settings of the SET UP screen............... 23

Troubleshooting Guide ..................................................... 25

Specifications .................................................................... 26

Maintenance ....................................................................... 27

Declaration of Conformity................................................. 27

Warranty .............................................................. Back cover

PAL

Supplied Accessories

• Remote control

• Two R6 (AA) batteries

•RF cable

• Scart cable

•Owner’s Manual

Model/Serial Number

This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please note down the serial number and retain the information for your records.

Model number: VCR-D 4507 Serial number:

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Precautions

WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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 product’s 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.

LASER SAFETY

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR

ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION: VISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN

OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

LOCATION:

• PRINTED ON THE BACK

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT CLASSE 1 PRODUIT LASER

IMPORTANT

• Use only discs marked DVD or disc with this DVD.

• Use only cassettes with the VHS mark with this VCR.

POWER SUPPLY

The main power supply is engaged when the main plug is plugged in a 220-240V, 50Hz AC outlet. To operate the unit,

FUNCTION to turn on the unit.

press

WARNING:LIVE PARTS INSIDE.

DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS.

DEW WARNING

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, or after heating a cold room or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use the DVD/VCR at least for 2 hours until its inside is dry.

CAUTION

1) Do not attempt to open the cabinet. There are no parts

you can service inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2) Slots and openings in the cabinet and the sides or bottom

are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and to protect the unit from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Avoid installation in enclosed spaces such as bookcases unless proper ventilation is provided.

3) Keep the unit away from radiators and other heat sources.

4) Avoid use near strong magnetic fields.

5) Do not push objects of any kind into the DVD/VCR

through the cabinet slots or openings as they could touch electrically live parts or short circuit parts resulting in a fire or electric shock.

6) Never spill liquid on this unit. If liquid is spilled and

penetrates into the unit, consult qualified service personnel.

7) Use this unit in a horizontal (flat) position only.

8) Before attempting to operate the unit, make sure that the

timer recording mode is “OFF”.

9) This product is in Stand-by mode when it turns off while

the power cord is connected.

10)Do not place any combustible objects on the device

(candles, etc.).

Positioning

• Do not place the DVD/VCR directly on top of, or underneath, your TV set. Ensure that there is at least 20 cm between the DVD/VCR and the TV set, and that air can circulate freely through the ventilation openings of the DVD/VCR.

A Note about Recycling

This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

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Playable Discs

The following discs can be played back on this unit.

• DVD video with region code 2 or ALL (*1, 2, 5, 7)

• DVD+R/RW (*1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)

• DVD-R/RW (*1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)

• Audio CD (*5, 7)

• CD-R/RW with MP3 files (*5, 6, 7)

• DTS-CD (*5, 7)

Note:

*1: This unit conforms to the PAL colour system. Also you can

play discs recorded with the NTSC system via a PAL system TV set.

*2: The region code 2 or ALL are marked on DVDs as follows.

*3: Certain DVD-Video discs do not operate as described in

this manual due to the intentions of the disc's producers.

*4: Only the discs recorded in the video format and finalized

can be played back. Depending on the recording status of a disc, the disc may not be played back at all or normally (the picture or sound may not be smooth, etc.).

*5: Scratched or stained discs may not be played back.

*6: Some discs cannot be played back because of incompatible

recording conditions, characteristics of the recorder or special properties of discs.

*7: You can play back discs which bear marks above. If you use

nonstandardized discs, this unit may not play them back. Even if they are played back, the sound or video quality will be compromised.

Unplayable Discs

• On the following discs, only the sound can be heard (picture cannot be viewed).

CDV CD-G

• NEVER play back the following discs.

Otherwise, malfunction may result!

DVD-RAM CD-I Photo CD Video CD DVD with region codes other than 2 or ALL DVD-ROM for personal computers CD-ROM for personal computers

• On the following disc, the sound MAY NOT be heard.

Super Audio CD

Note: Only the sound recorded on the normal CD layer can

be delivered. The sound recorded on the high density Super Audio CD layer cannot be delivered.

• Any other discs without compatibility indications.

Important Copyright Information

DVD:

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

VCR:

Unauthorised recording or use of broadcast television programming, video tape, film or other copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. We do not take responsibility for the unauthorised duplication, use, or other acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright owners.

Symbols Used in this Manual

The following symbols appear below in some headings and notes in this manual, with the following meanings!

DVD-V

: Description refers to playback of DVD video discs.

: Description refers to playback of audio CDs.

MP3

: Description refers to playback of MP3 discs.

QUICK

: Description refers to the items to be set in the QUICK

mode.

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Functional Overview

Front Panel

FUNCTION indicator

1 2 3 54

FUNCTION

VIDEO

L -AUDIO- R

REW F.FWD PLAY REC/OTRSTOP/EJECT

The indicator is on when this unit is turned on.

2. FUNCTION

To turn the unit ON or OFF.

Cassette Compartment

4. OPEN/CLOSE (DVD)

To open or close the disc tray.

Disc tray

6. PLAY (DVD)

To begin disc playback.

STOP (DVD)

To stop playback.

8. DVD OUTPUT indicator (Green)

The indicator is on when this unit is in the DVD mode. Make sure that this indicator is on before using the DVD player.

OUTPUT

To select the DVD mode or VCR mode.

10.

VCR OUTPUT indicator (Green)

The indicator is on when this unit is in the VCR mode. Make sure that this indicator is on before VCR operation.

11.

CHANNEL (VCR)

To change TV channels. To adjust the tracking manually during playback.

OPEN/CLOSE

CHANNEL

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12.

Display

13. Remote Sensor

14. REC/OTR (VCR)

Press once to start recording or repeatedly to start OneTou c h R e c o r d i n g .

15.

PLAY (VCR)

To begin tape playback.

16.

STOP/EJECT (VCR)

To stop playback. To eject the tape in the Stop mode.

17.

F.FWD (VCR)

To fast forward the tape.

18.

REW (VCR)

To rewind the tape.

19. AUDIO in jacks

Connect audio cables coming from the audio out jacks of a camcorder, another VCR, or an audio source here.

20.

VIDEO in jack

Connect a cable coming from the video out jack of a camcorder, another VCR, or an audio-visual source (laser disc player, video disc player, etc.) here.

OUTPUT

VCR DVD

STOP PLAY

Display

DVD-V

Lights up when the A-B repeat function is on.

Lights up when the ALL repeat function is on.

Lights up when the inserted disc comes to a pause.

Lights up when the repeat function is on.

Lights up when the playback is

Lights up when the inserted

disc is being played back.

in slow mode.

Displays a type of disc on the tray.

• DVD : DVD disc

• CD : Audio CD, MP3

DVD

Displays how long the current title or track has been played back. When a chapter or track is switched, the number of a new title, chapter or track is displayed.

No disc inserted or displaying DVD menu

Opening the tray

Closing the tray

Loading the disc or turning this unit on

VCR

Lights up when a tape is in the DVD/VCR.

Lights up during playback when the repeat function is on.

Lights up when the playback is in still or slow mode.

Lights up when the inserted cassette is being played back.

Lights up when the timer recording or an OTR recording has been set.

Lights up during a recording. Flashes when a recording is paused.

REC

Works as a tape counter(hour,minute,second). Also displays a channel number, tape speed, remaining time for OTR or current time.

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Remote Control

SPEED/

FUNCTION

SYSTEM

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

DISPLAY

AUDIO

VCR DVD

+10

OPEN/CLOSE

/EJECT

SKIP/CH.

CLEAR/

C.RESET

SLOW

PAUSE

REC/OTR

SETUP

MODE

SUBTITLE

T - SET

TOP MENU

ZOOM

ANGLE

PLAY

STOP

ENTER

MODE

REPEAT

RETURN

QUICK - FIND

A-B

SPEED/SYSTEM (VCR)

To change th e r ec or d i n g speed. (Only the function of SPEED is available for this unit.)

2. FUNCTION

To turn the unit ON or OFF.

3. 0-9 number buttons

To select numbered items on the menu screen. / To select chapters, titles or tracks directly. (DVD) To select a channel. (VCR)

+10 (DVD)

To enter 10 and over.

4. DISPLAY

To display the current playback mode. (DVD) To display the current time, tape counter and channel number. (VCR)

5. VCR

Press this button before using the remote control for VCR features.

6. h

To search backward through the disc. (DVD) To rewind the tape. (VCR)

7. STOP

To stop playback. (DVD) To stop playback or recording. (VCR)

8. REC/OTR (VCR)

Press once to start recording or repeatedly to start One-Touch Recording.

9. MENU

To call up the main menu on a DVD. / To call up the MP3 menu. (DVD) To call up the VCR menu. (VCR)

10. TOP MENU (DVD)

To call up the title menu on a DVD.

11. SETUP (DVD)

To access or remove the DVD setup menu.

12. ZOOM (DVD)

To magnify the part of picture.

13. MODE (DVD)

To set up programmed or random playback for Audio CDs and MP3 files. To set the Virtual Surround ON or OFF.

14. SUBTITLE (DVD)

To change subtitles on a DVD.

T-SET (VCR)

To put the VCR into Standby mode for a timer recording.

15. ANGLE (DVD)

To change camera angles on a DVD.

16. REPEAT (DVD)

To play the selected chapter, title, track, group or a whole disc repeatedly.

17. A-B (DVD)

To repeat between your chosen point A and B.

18. SEARCH MODE

To search chapters, titles, tracks, markers or time. (DVD) To call up the index or time search menu. (VCR)

19. QUICK-FIND (VCR)

To skip to the beginning of next programme.

20. RETURN (DVD)

To return to the previous menu.

21. Arrow ( s / B / K / L)

To move th e c u r s or.

22. ENTER (DVD)

To confirm your menu selections.

23. g

To search forward through the disc. (DVD) To fast forward the tape. (VCR)

24. PLAY

To begin playback.

25. DVD

Press this button before using the remote control for DVD features.

26. PAUSE

To pause p la yb a c k . / To advance playback one frame at a time. (DVD) To pause playback or recording. / To advance playback one frame at a time. (VCR)

27. SLOW (VCR)

To view the tape in slow motion.

28. CLEAR (DVD)

To clear the markers. / To clear the incorrect input.

C.RESET (VCR)

To reset the tape counter.

29. SKIP H G (DVD)

To skip chapters or tracks.

CH. K/L (VCR)

To change TV channels. / To adjust the tracking manually during playback.

30. OPEN/CLOSE (DVD)

To open or close the disc tray.

EJECT (VCR)

To eject the tape from the VCR.

31. AUDIO

To change audio languages on a DVD. / To change sound modes of a CD. (DVD) To change sound modes. (VCR)

Loading Batteries

1) Open the battery compartment cover.

2) Insert two R6 (AA) batteries, with each one

oriented correctly.

3) Close the cover.

Note: • Do not mix alkaline and manganese

batteries.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

VCR/DVD Switching

Note: Since this product comprises VCR and DVD players, it

is necessary to select the correct output mode.

SWITCHING TO VCR MODE

Press VCR on the remote control or OUTPUT on the front panel. (Make sure that the VCR OUTPUT indicator is lit.)

SWITCHING TO DVD MODE

Press DVD on the remote control or OUTPUT on the front panel. (Make sure that the DVD OUTPUT indicator is lit.)

Note: Pressing only OUTPUT on the front panel does not

switch the mode of the remote control. To change the mode of the remote control, press VCR or DVD on the remote control.

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Rear View

DVD

DIGITAL

ANALOG

S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

OUT

VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

DVD/VCR AV1 (TV)

OPTICALCOAXIAL

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Power Cord

AERIAL

RF OUT

Connect to a standard AC outlet

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL, COAXIAL ) jacks (DVD only)

Connect to an amplifier with digital input jacks such as Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder, etc.. Use a commercially available optical or coaxial cable.

ANALOG AUDIO OUT jacks (DVD only)

Connect to the audio input jacks of your TV or stereo system. Use commercially available audio cables.

Setting up Your DVD/VCR

Before Connecting

• Please refer to the instruction books of your TV, DVD/ VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

• Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

The following guidelines are options for the best picture and sound quality available on your DVD/VCR.

Picture

1) Use SCART Output (DVD/VCR(AV1 TV)) for best

picture quality (for DVD and VCR features).

2) Use S-Video Output for the better picture quality (for

DVD features only).

3) If your TV only has a RF-style (Antenna IN or 75 ohm)

input, use the RF OUT for connection and set your TV to channel 22 ~ 69 with the same channel for DVD/VCR is set (for DVD and VCR features).

Note: • When your TV conforms to RGB input signal, the

Euro AV (scart) connection ensures you the best picture and audio quality. However if your TV does not conform to RGB input signal, the S-VIDEO OUT and analog AUDIO OUT connection is better (for DVD features only).

Sound

1) Use SCART Output (DVD/VCR(AV1 TV)) for best

sound quality (for DVD and VCR features).

2) Digital audio connections provide the clearest sound.

Connect the DVD/VCR’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (either COAXIAL or OPTICAL) to your amplifier or receiver (for DVD features only).

3) If digital connections are not possible, connect the DVD/

VCR’s ANALOG AUDIO OUT(Left and Right) to your amplifier, receiver, stereo or TV (for DVD features only).

S-VIDEO OUT jack (DVD only)

Connect to the S-VIDEO input jack on your TV. Use a commercially available S-VIDEO cable.

5. AV1(TV) jack

Connect to the scart jack on your TV. Use the supplied scart cable.

6. AV2(DECODER) jack (VCR only)

Connect a scart cable from another VCR, camcoder, or an audio/video source.

7. AERIAL jack

Connect to an antenna or cable.

8. RF OUT jack

Connect to the antenna in jack of your TV, cable box or direct broadcast system. Use the supplied RF cable.

CAUTION: Do not touch the inner pins of the

jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

• Do not connect the ANALOG AUDIO OUT of DVD/ VCR to PHONO IN of your amplifier or receiver.

• If you use the Euro audio/video cable, it is not necessary to connect the analog audio cables.

Connecting to a TV

1) Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV.

2) Connect that antenna or cable to the AERIAL jack of this

unit.

3) Connect the RF OUT jack of this unit to the antenna in

jack of your TV. Use the supplied RF cable.

4) Connect the AV1 (TV) scart jack of this unit to the scart

input jack of your TV. Use the supplied scart cable.

5) Plug in the TV and this unit.

Note: • The TV must be connected to this unit through AV1

(TV) jack. A connection to AV2 (DECODER) jack will not function correctly.

VHF

UHF

VHF/UHF

MIXER

DVD

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

OPTICALCOAXIAL

scart cable

(supplied)

to 21-pin

scart jack

ANALOG

S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

OUT

VCR

AV2 (DECODER)

DVD/VCR AV1 (TV)

(TV)

to aerial socket

AERIAL

RF OUT

RF cable (supplied)

WARNING!

• Never make or change connections with the power switched on.

• Connect the DVD/VCR directly to your TV, instead of eg. a VCR, to avoid distortion because DVD video discs are copy protected.

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If your TV has no scart input jack but has an S-VIDEO input jack,

1) Follow the steps 1) to 3) above.

2) Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on this unit to the

S-VIDEO input jack on your TV.

3) Connect the analog AUDIO OUT jacks of this unit to

the analog audio input jacks of your TV.

4) Plug in the TV and this unit.

Note: The S-VIDEO connection only supplies video (picture)

in the DVD mode. Therefore, video channel setting is necessary for watching videotapes. For more details, refer to page 8.

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

S-Video cable

DVD / VCR

DVD

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

If your TV has no VIDEO input jacks,

1) Follow the steps 1) to 3) and 5) right under “Connecting

to a TV.”

2) Video channel setting is necessary. Refer to page 8.

For Better Sound (for DVD Features)

These 2 connections are optional for better sound.

1) For clear digital sound quality, use the DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT (either OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack for the connection to your digital audio system.

•If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder, or MPEG decoder etc.

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

DVD / VCR

OPTICALCOAXIAL

(not supplied)

ANALOG

S-VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

OUT

VCR

DVD/VCR AV1 (TV)

(Back of the unit)

Digital Audio Input jacks

OPTICAL

Optical

cable

(not supplied)

AV2 (DECODER)

COAXIAL

Coaxial cable (not supplied)

Hints for connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder, or MPEG decoder

• By connecting this unit to a Multi-channel Dolby Digital decoder, you can enjoy high-quality 5.1ch Dolby Digital surround sound as heard in the movie theaters.

• When this unit is connected to a DTS decoder, you can enjoy 5.1 channel surround system which reproduces the original sound as truthfully as possible. 5.1 channel surround system is developed by the Digital Theater System, Inc.

• A digital component with a built-in MPEG 2, Dolby DigitalTM, or DTS decoder allows you to enjoy the surround sound while producing the effecting of being in a movie theater or a concert hall.

• If output is Dolby Digital encoded audio, connect to a Dolby Digital decoder, and set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “ON” in the AUDIO menu. (Refer to page 22.)

• If output is DTS encoded audio, connect to a DTS decoder, and set “DTS” to “ON” in the AUDIO menu. (Refer to page 22.)

• If output is MPEG encoded audio, connect to a MPEG decoder, and set “MPEG” to “ON” in the AUDIO menu. (Refer to page 22.)

Hints for connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck

• The audio source on a disc in a Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround format cannot be recorded as digital sound by an MD or DAT deck.

• Unless connected to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “OFF” in the AUDIO menu. Playing a DVD using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion, and damage the speakers. (Refer to page 22.)

• Set “DOLBY DIGITAL”, “DTS”, and “MPEG” to “OFF” in the AUDIO menu for connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck. (Refer to page 22.)

2) For dynamic sound effects, use the analog AUDIO OUT

jacks for the connection to your audio system.

Audio

AUDIO SYSTEM

Audio cables

ANALOG

(not supplied)

AUDIO OUT

DVD/VCR

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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External Input Mode (for VCR Features)

Connect an external device (a decoder, a camcorder, etc.) to the AV2 (DECODER) jack. Press 0, 0, 2, with the number

buttons, so that “AV2” appears on the TV screen.

If you use the front AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks, press with the

number buttons, so that “AV3” appears on the TV

0, 0, 3,

screen.

If you use the AV1 (TV) jack for connecting a device, press 0,

0, 1 with the number buttons, so that “AV1” appears on the

TV screen.

Video Cassette Tape

This DVD/VCR will operate with any cassette that bears the VHS mark. For best results, we recommend the use of highquality tapes. Do not use poor quality or damaged tapes.

• You can prevent accidental erasing of a recording by breaking off the erase-prevention tab on the back edge of the cassette.

Ta b

• If you decide to record on the tape again, cover the hole with plastic tape.

TV Colour System

Different countries use different television colour systems. Tapes recorded in the PAL or NTSC system can be played back on this unit. Usually, the picture on the TV screen will be in black and white when you play back a tape that is recorded in a different colour system.

Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back on this unit and a PAL system TV set. This feature is only available in the SP mode. When playing back such tapes, the picture may roll up or down, shrink vertically and black bars may appear both at the top and bottom of the screen. Adjust the vertical hold control on your TV, if the TV features this control.

Turning on Your DVD/VCR

The following steps should only be performed if there is a power failure or if this unit is unplugged for more than 30 seconds.

• Use the remote control for this procedure.

1) Turn on the TV and select the video channel on the TV.

2) Press

3) Press

4) Press

FUNCTION, then VCR.

K or L repeatedly to select your desired language.

MENU.

LANGUAGE

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Changing the Language

If you want to change the language used on the TV screen menus, follow the steps below.

• Use the remote control for this procedure.

1) Press

2) Press

3) Press

4) Press

5) Press

VCR, then MENU.

K or L to select “INITIAL”, then press B. K or L to select “LANGUAGE”, then press B. K or L repeatedly to select your desired language.

MENU.

TIMER SET UP INITIAL

INITIAL

CH TUNING CLOCK RF OUT LANGUAGE

LANGUAGE

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Video Channel Setting

Video channel setting will be necessary, if your DVD/VCR is connected to the TV via the coaxial cable.

• Use the remote control for this procedure.

1) Press VCR.

2) Insert a pre-recorded tape into the DVD/VCR.

The DVD/VCR will start playback automatically. If playback does not start, press

PLAY.

3) Select and adjust your TV to channel 36.

•If the playback picture appears on the TV screen, continue with step

9).

•If channel 36 is set for broadcasting, or interference lines appear on the picture, the RF converter must be set to a different channel between CH22 and CH69. Continue with step

4) Press

5) Press

press

6) Press

press

7) Press

4).

MENU.

K or L repeatedly to select to “INITIAL”. Then, B. K or L repeatedly to select to “RF OUT”. Then, B. The RF OUT CH menu will appear. K or L to select a channel which is not used for

broadcasted between channel 22 and channel 69 in your area, then press

8) Press

MENU to exit.

Set the TV channel to the RF OUT CHANNEL which was selected on the DVD/VCR. A picture from the DVD/ VCR will appear on the TV screen. If a picture does not appear, repeat steps

4) to 8) using a different channel

which is not used for broadcasting.

9) Press

Note: • You may also access the RF OUT CH menu by

STOP to stop the tape.

pressing and holding MENU on the remote control for 3 seconds during power off until the RF OUT CH menu appears.

• If this unit and your TV are connected using a scart

cable, the RF converter may be switched off to avoid any possibility of interference. To switch off the RF converter, follow steps 1) and 4) to 6) above and press

L repeatedly until “- -” appears next to “RF OUT

CH.” Press B, then MENU to exit.

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TIMER SET UP INITIAL

INITIAL

CH TUNING CLOCK RF OUT

LANGUAGE

RF OUT CH 36

Setting the Clock

This unit incorporates a 24-hour clock. The clock must be set for the Timer Recording function to operate correctly.

• Use the remote control for this procedure.

1) Press

2) Press

3) Press

4) Press

5) Press

6) Press

7) Press

8) Press

9) Press

Note:

VCR, then MENU.

K or L to select “INITIAL”, then press B. K or L to select “CLOCK”, then press B. K or L until the relevant year appears, then press B. K or L until the relevant month appears, then press

K or L until the relevant day appears, then press B.

K or L until the relevant hour appears, then press B.

K or L until the relevant minute appears.

MENU to start the clock.

•Press s to go one step back from the current step during steps

5) to 8).

• Although seconds are not displayed, they begin counting from 00 when you exit by pressing MENU. Use this feature to synchronize the clock with the correct time.

• If this unit is unplugged or if there is a power failure for more than 30 seconds, you may have to reset the clock.

TIMER SET UP INITIAL

INITIAL

CH TUNING CLOCK RF OUT LANGUAGE

Channel Presetting

Tuning of broadcast channels not already preset in the DVD/ VCR can be performed in two ways.

Automatic Channel Preset

•By “AUTOMATICALLY” tuning channels and placing them in sequential order in the DVD/VCR’s memory i.e. the first channel found will be memorized into the DVD/ VCR’s channel position 1, the second channel found will be memorized into the DVD/VCR’s channel position 2 and so on.

• Execution of the “Automatic” channel presetting cancels all the preset channels. DO NOT use this feature if you intend to use some of the pre-tuned channels. Use the “Manual” channel presetting function to tune in the additional channels you require.

Manual Channel Preset

• Each channel is tuned manually and individually. Follow the steps laid out in the “Manual Channel Preset”.

Before you preset Channel...

• It is necessary to set the video channel if this unit is connected to the TV via the coaxial cable, and TV channel 36 is set for broadcasting, or interference lines appear on the picture. Please refer to “Video Channel Setting”.

Automatic Channel Preset

You can programme the tuner to scan only the channels that you can receive in your area.

• Use the remote control for this procedure.

1) Turn on the TV and select the TV channel to the video

channel on the TV.

2) Press

3) Press

4) Press

5) Press

VCR, then MENU.

K or L to select “INITIAL”, then press B. K or L to select “CH TUNING”, then press B. K or L to select “AUTO”, then press B.

• The tuner scans and memorizes all the active channels in your area. After scanning, the tuner stops on the lowest memorized channel.

TIMER SET UP INITIAL

INITIAL

CH TUNING CLOCK RF OUT LANGUAGE

CLOCK

YEAR 2 0 0 4 MONTH 0 1 DAY 0 7 WE HOUR MINUTE

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CH TUNING

AUTO MANUAL

scanning

To Select a Desired Channel

MOVE

You can select a desired channel by using CH. (K/L), or directly pressing the

number buttons on the remote control.

• Enter a channel numbers as a two-digit number for the quickest results. For example, to select channel 6, press 0

6. If you only press 6, channel 6 will be selected after a

and brief delay.

• You can only select channels 1–99.

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