Curtis TVD2000A User Manual

TVD2000A

ATSC TV/DVD COMBO

OPEN/CLOSE

POWER TV/DVD

TV/AV

Q.VIEW INFO

MUTE

TV/DTV

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5 6 7 8

99 00

P.MODE

SAP

CH+

VOL

S.MODE

CH-

PAUSE/STEP

SUBTITLE

SETUP

STOP

REV

FWD .

D.MENU

A-B

REPEAT

SLOW

PLAY/ENTER

TITLE/PBC

ANGLE

D.CALL

ZOOM

AUDIO

PROGRAM

GUIDE

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OWNER'S MANUALOWNER'S MANUAL

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.

PRECAUTIONS

FCC WARNING-This equipment may generate

or use radio frequency energy.Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this e uipment if an unauthorized

change or modification is made.

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 RESULTIN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION

LASER RADIATION WHEN OPENAND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. DO NOT STAREINTO BEAM.

LOCATION

MECHANISM.

CONTENTS

Before Operation

Important Safety Instructions Installation

Antenna Connection

Preparation of the remote control......................................................

Function buttons and

Front panel of the TV set..................................................................

Rear panel of the TV set....................................................................

Using the remote control

The other video and audio equipment .................................................

Antenna connections ...........................................................................

Cable TV connections .........................................................................

Connections the other equipment .......................................................

Basic operation

Setting the language and blue screen .................................................

Channel menu .....................................................................................

Channel selection ................................................................................

Volume adjustment .............................................................................

Screen information ..............................................................................

Video menu ........................................................................................

Manual time setting ............................................................................

Setting the ON/OFF timer ..................................................................

Function menu ...................................................................................

Closed caption ...................................................................................

DTV setup menu ................................................................................

Other function ...................................................................................

DVD Operation

DVD Features...................................................................................

Special Playback Functions..............................................................

DVD System Setup..........................................................................

Playable Discs...................................................................................

Disc Protection and DVD Characteristics..........................................

Others

Troubleshooting guide

Specifications .....................................................................................

Warranty ............................................................................................

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External Connections

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WARNING:TOREDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THISAPPLIANCE TORAIN 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 SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk ofelectrical shock is present in thisunit.

This symbol indicates there areimportant operating and maintenance instructions in packaged with this product.

Caution - Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other thanthose specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure

Product complies with radiation performance standards under the Federal Food, Drug and CosmeticAct

1. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED ALL WARNINGS

All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.CLEAN ONLY WITH DRY CLOTH.

Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.

6. DO NOT BLOCK ANY VENTILATION OPENINGS. INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE

MANUFACTURER`S INSTRUCTIONS.

7. DO NOT USE THIS APPARATUS NEAR WATER

Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

PORTABLECARTWARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

10.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

11. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating.

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These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer`s instructions have been adhered to.

12. POWER SOURCES

This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

Important safety Instructions

13. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and athird grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong are provided foryour safety.If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

14. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

15. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

16. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus

has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

17. POWER LINES

An outsideantenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or

other electriclight or power circuits, or where it can fall onto or against such power lines or circuits. Wheninstalling an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touchingsuch power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

18. OVERLOADING

Do notoverload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Do notpush objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points orshort out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type ofliquid into the unit.

20. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If anoutside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system isgrounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC),ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information withrespect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding ofthe lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location ofantenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for thegrounding electrode.

21. SERVICING

Do notattempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Important safety Instructions

22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug thisunit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the followingconditions:

a. Whenthe power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. Ifliquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. c. Ifthe unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. Ifthe unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust

only thosecontrols that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment ofother controls may result in damage and will often require extensive

work bya qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation. e. Ifthe unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for

23. REPLACEMENT PARTS

24. SAFETY CHECK

25. HEAT

26. DISC SLOT

27. CONNECTING

28. SOUND VOLUME

29. SOUND DISTORTION

30. LASER BEAM

31. DISC

32. NOTE TO CABLE TV SYSTEM INSTALLER

service.

When replacementparts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified bythe manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutionsmay result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

Upon completionof any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checksto determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

The productshould be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, orother products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Keep yourfingers well clear of the disc slot as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.

When youconnect the product to other equipment, turn offthe power and unplug all of the equipment fromthe wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner's manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions whenmaking any connections.

Reduce thevolume to the minimum level before you turn on the product. Otherwise, sudden high volumesound may cause hearing or speaker damage.

Do notallow the product output distorted sound for a longtime. It may cause speaker overheating andfire.

Do notlook into the opening of the disc slot or ventilation opening of the product to see the source ofthe laser beam. It may cause sight damage.

Do notuse a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc.These discs are easily broken and may cause seriouspersonal injury and product malfunction.

This reminderis provided to call the Cable TVsystem installer's attention toArticle 820-40 of

the NECthat provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable groundshall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cableentry as practical.

Installation

Antenna connection

If the picture is not clear or is snowy, it is recommended that an External Aerial

is used, this is usually mounted outside.

300 twin-lead cable

Antenna adapter

(Not supplied)

75 coaxial cable

Plug

Aerial input

75 standard

coaxial type

(Not supplied)

AC power socket

Note: * It isrecommended that a75 ohm coaxialantenna is usedto avoid

interference.

*Toavoid interference fromelectrical signals, donot bind theantenna

cable together withany mains lead.

Preparation for the remote control

Battery installation

Remove the battery cover.

Insert two size AA batteries matching the +/-polarities of the battery to the +/marks inside the battery compartment.

Tips for remote operation

When the remote control will not be used for a long period of time or when the

batteries are worn out, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.

Do not throw the batteries into fire. Dispose of used batteries in the specified

manner.

Do not drop, dampen or disassemble the remote control.

Front panel the TV set

Parts and functions

Video

R/L

Audio

TV/AV/DVD Switching

Power Indicator

Signal Receiver

Volume up/ down

The DVD Player

Channel Position up/down

Open/close the DVD

Remote Receiving Window

POWER

Play the DVD

TV/AV/DVD Switching

Power Switch

Stop the DVD

Stop

Power Button

Earphone

Audio

Video

VIDEO L/MONO-AUDIO/R EARPHONE

Power Indicator

Signal Receiver

OPEN/CLOSE PLAY STOP CH- CH+ VOL- VOL+ MENU

Play

Open/close

the DVD

Stop the DVD

Power Switch

Channel Position up/down

Volume up/ down

TV/AV/DVD Switching

Parts and functions

Rear panelof the TVset

VideoY input terminal

COAXIAL OUTPUT

Videooutput terminal

Audio left channel output terminal

Video1

Remote Receiving Window

COAXIAL OUTPUT

OUT

VIDEO1

OPEN/CLOSE

MENU VOL- VOL+ CH- CH+

COMPONENT

AUDIO1

PLAY/PAUSE STOP SKIP- SKIP+

VideoCb input terminal VideoCr input terminal

Antenna input socket

Audio right channel output terminal Audio right channel input terminal

Audio left channel input terminal

Power Button

POWER TV/DVD

TV/AV

Q.VIEW INFO

TV/DTV

OPEN/CLOSE

MUTE

1234 5678

9 0

PAUSE/STEP

REPEAT

TITLE/PBC

ZOOM

VOL

P.M OD E

SLEEP

SUBTITLE

A-B

SLOW

D.CALL

SAP

CH+

VOL

CH.LIST FAV.LIST SIZ GUIDE

STOP

REV

D.MENU

ANGLE

AUDIO

10+

CH-

SETUP

FWD

PLAY/ENTER

PROGRAM

CLR

Using the Remote Control

Buttons on the remote control

Power Switch

Open/close DVD Tray

TV / AV Mode Selection TV / DTV Mode Selection TV / DVD Mode Selection Mute Sound

Q.VIEW button:

On Screen Display

Channel / Track Selection

SAP button: CC

Mode Selection:

- button: select additional channels being broadcasted. For example, to select channel “54-3”, press “54”, “-”, “3”,

and then press “OK”.

P.MODE (picture mode):

Volume/Channel

Go to TV Menu Exit On Screen Display

TV Sleep button CH.LIST (channel list) GUIDE

FAV.LIST

SIZ: Aspect Ratio Control under 16:9 digital signal input

DVD STOP

DVD SETU

DVD FASTREVERSE

DVD CAPTION (SUBTITLE)

DVD PAUSE/STEP

DVD PREVIOUS

DVD FASTFORWARD

DVD NEXT

DVD MENU DVD A-B REPEAT

Playback / Confirm Menu Selection

DVD DVD REPEAT

DVD Cursor Move button DVD SLOW

DVD ANGLE

DVD SEARCH DVD TITLE

DVD AUDIO

DVD INFORMATION

DVD PROGRAM

Zoom Function

10+ CLR: clear

Return to Previous Channel

Second Audio Program

Closed captioning

(selects mode).

Adjust Picture Mode

Adjusting

reference (may not operate using some systems)

(favorite list)

Enter

Playback

Selection

Chapter / Track

Mode

Change

LEFT

RIGHT

DOWN

Mode

The other video and audio equipment Connections

Youcan connect theDVD,VCR and stereosystem to theoutput to enjoy a

higher quality ofpicture and soundeffect.

Amplifier

To COAXIAL

type digital audio input

Coaxial cable

COAXIAL OUT

ANT IN

Antenna connections

If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna,follow theinstructions belowthatcorrespondto your antenna system. If you are using a cable TV service (CABLE), see the Cable TV connections.

Combination VHF/UHF antenna (Single 75 ohm cable or 300 ohm twin-lead wire)

Connect the 75 ohm cable from the combination VHF/UHF antenna to the RF IN jack.

RF IN

jack

75 ohm coaxial cable

300-75 ohm matching transformer

Combination VHF/UHF antenna (Separate VHF and UHF 300 ohm twin-lead wires)

RF IN

jack

300-75 ohm matching transformer

RF IN

jack

If using a flat UHF 300 ohm twin-lead wire, connect these flat wires to an optional 75/300 ohm matching transformer/adapter (available at many retailers), and then connect the adapter to the 'RF' IN connector on the back of the television.

Connect the UHF 300 ohm twin-lead wire to the combiner (not supplied). Connect the VHF 300 ohm twin-lead wire to the 300-75 ohm matching transformer.Attach thetransformer tothecombiner, then attach the combiner to the RF IN jack.

Combiner

UHF 300 ohm

VHF 300 ohm

Separate VHF/UHF antennas (75 ohm VHF cable and 300 ohm UHF twin-lead wires)

RF IN

jack

Combiner

VHF 75 ohm

UHF 300 ohm

Connectthe VHF75 ohm cableand UHF300 ohm twin-leadwire tothe combiner.Attach thecombiner to the RF IN jack.

Cable TV connections

This unit has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV Converter box. Some cable companies offer "premium pay channels" in which the signal is scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is generally provided by the cable company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

For basic cable service not requiring a Converter/Descrambler box, connect the 75 ohm Coaxial Cable directly to the RF IN Jack on the back of the unit.

75 ohm coaxial cable

RF IN

jack

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE

If you subscribe to a cable TV service which requires the use of a converter/descrambler box, connect the incoming 75 ohm coaxial cable to the converter/descrambler box. Using another 75 ohm coaxial cable, connect the output jack of the converter/descrambler box to the RF IN jack on the unit. Follow the connections shown below. Set the unit to the output channel of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler box to select channels.

Incoming 75 ohm cable TV cable

Converter/

descrambler

75 ohm cable to

unit

RF IN

jack

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE WITH SCRAMBLED PREMIUM CHANNELS

If you subscribe to acable TV servicein which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the useof a converter/descramblerbox, you may wish touse a signalsplitter and an A/B switch box (available from the cable company or an electronics supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the "B" position,youcan directlytuneany nonscrambled channelsonyour unit.Withthe switchinthe "A" position,tuneyour unitto the outputof the converter/descramblerbox (usually channel3 or 4)and use theconverter/descrambler box to tune scrambled channels.

Incoming 75 ohm cable TV cable

Splitter

Converter/

descrambler

A/B switch

75 ohm cable

to unit

RF IN

jack

Connections to other equipment

Using the audio/video inputs

If you connect the TV to a camcorder or Video Game, you can select different modes by pressing

Press TV/AV repeatedly to select the desired mode. "AV1","AV2" ,"COMPONENT","DVD" or TV channel will display on the screen for 4 seconds, no signal

will be displayed on the screen when no signal input.

TV/AV.

AV1 AV2 COMPONENT DVD TV Channel

AV 1

To connect the TV to a camcorder

To playback from the camcorder, connect the camcorder to the unit as shown.

Camcorder

VIDEO IN

To Audio/Video OUT

Audio/Video cord (not supplied)

Front of TV

AUDIO IN (R)

AUDIO IN (L)

To connect the TV to a Video Game

The TV can also be used as a display device for many video games. However, due to the wide variety

of formats, they have not all been included in the suggested connection diagram. Youl need to consult

each component's Owner's Manual for additional information.

VIDEO IN

Front of TV

Video Game

To Audio/Video OUT

Audio/Video cord (not supplied)

AUDIO IN (R) AUDIO IN (L)

Setting the language and blue screen

You can choose from three different languages (English, French and

Spanish) for the on-screen displays.

SETTING THE LANGUAGE

1 Press ( )to turn onthe TV.POWER

TV/AV

Q.VIEW INFO

OPEN/CLOSE

MUTE

POWER TV/DVD

TV/DTV

1234 5678 9 0

SAP

VOL

CH.LIST FAV.LIST SIZ GUIDE

SETUP

STOP

REV

FWD

D.MENU

PLAY/ENTER

ANGLE

PROGRAM

AUDIO

10+

CLR

CH+

CH-

PAUSE/STEP

REPEAT

TITLE/PBC

ZOOM

VOL

P.M ODE

SLEEP

SUBTITLE

A-B

SLOW

D.CALL

2 Press , and then

3 Press to select the option,

press button to

VOL+/-

select menu,

FUNCTION

then press button to

CH-

enter.

CH+/- LANGUAGE

button

then press to select the desired language:

VOL+/-

LANGUAGE ENGLISH BLUE SCREEN ON NTSC CAPTION C1 PARENTALLOCK

FUNCTION

English, Spanish or French.

4 Press until the MENU screen disappears.MENU

SETTING THE BLUE SCREEN

1 Press , and then

press button to

VOL+/-

select menu,

FUNCTION

then press button to

CH-

enter.

FUNCTION

LANGUAGE ENGLISH BLUE SCREEN ON NTSC CAPTION C1 PARENTALLOCK

0101

2 Press to select the option,

CH+/- BLUE SCREEN

button

then press to select or .

VOL+/- OFF ON

3 Press until the MENU screen disappears.MENU

Channel menu

Here describes the case for searching andmemorizing channelsfor DTV/ATV.

AUTO SCAN (DTV/ATV)

(When using antenna) The channels broadcasted in DTV and ATVare automatically scanned and memorized. Only the receivable channels in the area where thisTV is

TV/AV

Q.VIEW INFO

OPEN/CLOSE

MUTE

POWER TV/DVD

TV/DTV

1234 5678 9 0

SAP

VOL

CH.LIST FAV.LIST SIZ GUIDE

SETUP

STOP

REV

FWD

D.MENU

PLAY/ENTER

ANGLE

PROGRAM

AUDIO

10+

CLR

CH+

CH-

PAUSE/STEP

REPEAT

TITLE/PBC

ZOOM

VOL

P.M ODE

SLEEP

SUBTITLE

A-B

SLOW

D.CALL

used will be memorized.

AUTO SCAN (CATV)

(When using basic cable) The channels broadcasted in CATVare automatically scanned and memorized.

NOTE:

Be sure that antenna or cable is connected properly before plugging the power cord.

1 Press , and then press button to select

2 Press to

3 Press button

4 Press button

MENU VOL+/-

CHANNEL CH-

select the

menu, then press button to enter.

CH+/-

button

RECEPTION

option.

SKIP OFF

VOL +/-

to select

AIR/ CABLE.

RECEPTION AIR AUTOSCAN COLOR SYSTEM AUTO

CH +/-

to select option.

AUTO SCAN

CHANNEL

Only in analog signal

0101

5 Press button tostart scanning.VOL+

When you press on the remote control, scanning the channels in both analog anddigital modes will automatically start.

When scanning is completed, the memorized smallest channel will be displayed.

When you press button while scanning, the scanning is interrupted and the memorized smallest channel is displayed.

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