GE DGE105N User Manual
DVD Player User’s Guide
Model: DGE105N
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FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference--Causing Equipment Regulations.
Note:
This device is protected by U.S.
patent numbers 4,631,603 and
4,577,216 and 4,819,098 and other
intellectual property rights. The use
of Macrovision’s copy protection
technology in the device must be
authorized by Macrovision and is
intended for home and other limited
pay-per-view uses only, unless otherwise authorized in writing by
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited
This DVD player is designed and
manufactured to respond to the
Region Management Information. If
the Region number of a DVD disc
does not correspond to the Region
number of this DVD player, this
DVD player cannot play the disc.
The Region number for this DVD
player is Region No 1.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back
panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante
de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
CAUTION
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment may void the user’s
authority to operate it.
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THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND
DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
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that presents a risk of electric
shock or personal injury.
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important instructions
accompanying the product
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of
purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you
need them. The numbers are located on the back of the player.
Model number: DGE105N Serial Number:
Purchase date:
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PRODUCT
Product Registration: Please fill out the product registration card packed with
this product, and return it immediately. Returning this card enables us to contact you if necessary.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire
or shock hazard, do not expose this
DVD player to rain or moisture. No
objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
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Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to consider before you connect ....................4
Install Batteries in the Remote ..................................4
Explanation of Jacks and Cables ................................5
Video Jacks and Cables ..........................................5
Audio Jacks and Cables ..........................................6
Front of the DVD Player ..............................................7
Connection: DVD + TV + VCR ....................................9
Point the Remote at the DVD Player and Put it in
DVD Mode ..................................................................10
Turn on the TV and DVD Player ..............................10
Using Different Menus ..........................................10
How to find your TV’s Video Input Channel ............11
Next Steps ..............................................................11
Chapter 2:The Remote Control
Button Descriptions for DVD Mode ........................12
Button description for TV and VCR function
buttons ........................................................................13
Using the remote to Navigate through On-Screen
Menus ..........................................................................13
Chapter 3: Playing Discs
Compatible discs ........................................................14
Regional Coding ........................................................14
How to load and play a disc ......................................14
Search Options ..........................................................14
Picture Scan ............................................................14
Freeze Frame and Frame Advance ....................15
Slow Motion (in Freeze Frame Mode) ............15
Playback options ........................................................15
Chapter Advance ..................................................15
Zoom ........................................................................15
Scene Again™ ........................................................15
Using the On-Screen Info Display ............................16
How to Navigate the Info Display ............................17
Time Display (all Info Displays) ................................17
Title/Track Icon (all Info Displays) ..........................17
Chapter Icon (DVD Info Display) ............................17
Subtitles Icon (DVD Info Display) ............................18
Audio Language Icon (DVD Info Display) ................18
Play Mode Icon (DVD, CD Info Displays) ................19
Play Mode Options ................................................19
Bookmark Icon (DVD Info Display) ..........................21
Creating a Bookmark ..........................................21
Using a Bookmark ................................................21
Clearing a Bookmark ............................................21
Camera Angle Icon (DVD Info Display) ..................22
PBC Playback Control (Video CD Info Display) ....22
Playing mp3 and WMA music files and displaying
JPEG files ....................................................................22
Displaying JPEG files or playing mp3 or WMA
files ............................................................................22
Playing JPEG and mp3 music files at the same
time ..........................................................................24
Chapter 4: Menu System
The DVD Player Menu System ................................25
The Play Menu ........................................................25
The Play Mode Menu ................................................25
Start ..........................................................................25
Random Play ..........................................................25
Program Play ..........................................................26
AutoPlay ..................................................................26
Introscan (Audio CD only) ................................26
The Parental Control Menu ......................................27
Locking your DVD Player ....................................27
Unlocking your DVD Player ................................28
Changing Your Password ......................................28
Explanation of Rating Limits ................................28
The Display Menu ......................................................30
TV Image ..................................................................30
The Sound Menu ........................................................31
Sound Logic ............................................................31
Digital Output ........................................................31
The Languages Menu ................................................32
Chapter 5:Additional Information
Tr oubleshooting ..........................................................33
Maintenance of Cabinet ............................................36
Formation of Condensation ................................36
Handling Discs ........................................................36
Cleaning Discs ........................................................36
Handling Cautions ................................................36
Limited Warranty ......................................................37
Accessory Information ..............................................39
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of cer tain 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 use only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Chapter 1 Connections and Setup
Things to consider before you connect
Protect components from overheating
• Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components.Arrange the components so that air
can circulate freely.
• Don’t stack components.
• If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf.
Position cables properly to avoid audio interference
• Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV
instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables.Also, keep the twin lead
cables away from audio/video cables.
Note: While your disc player is compatible with the largest number of discs possible, it cannot be guaranteed
that you will be able to play discs which might not be compatible with audio CD,VCD and SVCD standards.
In the case of writable and rewritable discs, compatibility with this player depends on the DVD writer, the
write software and the disc used.
Install Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries (provided), by matching the diagram in the battery compartment to make
sure + and – are in the proper position.
3. Put the battery cover back in place.
Important Battery Information
• If you’re not going to use the remote for a month or more, be sure to remove the batteries
because they can leak and cause damage.
• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regulations.
•Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type, if inserted incorrectly, if all
batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to
charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other personal injury.
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Explanation of Jacks and Cables
There are several ways to connect your DVD Player to your TV depending upon the cables you
have and the jacks that are on the back of your TV. Different jacks and cables provide a different
level of performance.The jacks on the back of your DVD Player and the cables used to connect
them are explained below.
Back of the DVD
Player
L
Y
Pb
Pr
R
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
PROGRESSIVE
SCAN Y, PR, PB
ONLY
NORMAL
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
P
b
P
r
VIDEO OUT
Component video
jacks and cables are
often color-coded
(red, blue, and
green).
S-VIDEO jack
S-Video cable
VIDEO
OUT jack
Video cable (yellow)
Video Selection switch
VIDEO OUT Jack and Cable
The basic Video jack (usually color-coded yellow) is also referred to as
composite video. Composite video is better than the video quality you get from
an RF coaxial cable (the type used to plug the cable feed into a TV). Usually the
video cable is bundled with the audio cables (white and red).
Video Selection switch
If you connect the DVD Player to a TV that is capable of progressive scanning
the signal, you need to use the Y, Pb, Pr jacks and video cables. It is essential
you turn the VIDEO SELECTION switch to the Progressive Scan only
position. If you use S-VIDEO OUT or VIDEO OUT jacks for your connection,
leave the switch in NORMAL position.
S-VIDEO OUT Jack and Cable
The S-VIDEO OUT (separate video) jack provides better picture quality than
composite video (the VIDEO OUT jack) because the color is kept separate
from the black and white part of the video signal. If your TV has an S-Video
jack, connect the DVD Player to the TV with an S-Video cable.
Note: Remember to connect the audio cables because the S-Video cable carries only
the picture signal, not the sound.
Video Jacks and Cables
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, Pb, Pr) Jacks and Component Video Cables
The Y, Pb, Pr jacks provide optimum picture quality because the video signal is
separated into three parts.
To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables (yellow) for
the connection.You can also buy bundled component video cables that are
color-coded to match the Y, Pb, Pr jacks (red, green, and blue).
Note: Remember to connect the audio cables because the component cable carries
only the picture signal, not the sound.
VIDEO OUT
PROGRESSIVE
SCAN Y, PR, PB
ONL
Y
NORMA
L
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Audio Jacks and Cables
AUDIO L (left) and R (right)
These jacks send the audio from the disc you’re playing to the TV.The audio
jacks and cables are often color-coded (red for right audio, and white for left
audio).You must connect audio cables to the AUDIO L and R jacks on the
DVD Player and to the corresponding Audio Input Jacks on the TV no matter
which Video jack you connect (VIDEO; S-VIDEO;Y, Pb, Pr).
Notes:
If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white
L/Mono) audio jack on the TV and don’t connect the right audio part of the cable.
COAXIAL AUDIO OUT Jack
If you’re connecting this DVD player to an audio video receiver that has a
COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT jack, use a Digital Coaxial cable to connect it to
the DVD player’s COAXIAL OUT jack.
Digital Coaxial
cable
R
L
AUDIO OUT
Audio/
Video
cables
AUDIO R
and L jacks
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL jack
COAXIA
L
STANDBY/ON - Turns the player on and off.The indicator lights when the player is in standby
mode (off), and is not lit when the player is on.
OPEN/CLOSE - Opens and closes disc tray.
STOP - Stops disc play.
PLAY - Begins disc play.
(Prev.) - Goes to the beginning of the previous chapter or track.
(Next) - Skips to next chapter or track
L.E.D.s (Light Emitting Diodes) - One light corresponds to the STANDBY/ON button. The
other light corresponds to playback status.
For connection example, go to next page
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PLAY
Front of the DVD Player (buttons appear left to right below)
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L
Y
Pb
Pr
R
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
PROGRESSIVE
SCAN Y, PR, PB
ONLY
NORMAL
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
TV
YPBPR
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
VCR
DVD PLAYER
From Cable Line
CABLE/ANTENNA
VIDEO
L
R
INPUT1
S-VIDEO
VIDEO L
R
INPUT
OUTPUT
IN FROM ANTENNA
OUT TO TV
Notes:
The back of your TV and VCR might look different than the ones pictured here. Details about the different
kinds of cables used to connect your DVD player are on page 5.
Don’t connect the DVD player to the VCR, or through the VCR. Doing so could negatively affect the picture
quality and/or disable the DVD player.
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2b
2c
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Connection: DVD + TV + VCR
1. Connect the audio cables to the AUDIO OUT L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on
the back of your DVD Player, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV
(sometimes labeled AUDIO IN L and R).
2. Connect the video cable.
2a. Basic video connection – Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO OUT jack on
the back of your DVD Player, and to the Video Input jack on your TV (sometimes
labeled VIDEO IN).
– OR –
2b. S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video jack, connect the S-Video cable (not
provided) to the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the
S-VIDEO jack on your TV.
– OR –
2c. If your TV has component video jacks (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks, use video-grade cables (not
provided) to connect the TV to the DVD player’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(REGULAR AND PROG. SCAN)— Y to Y, Pb to Pb, R to R). It is essential to match the
color coded connectors with a compatible TV.
Note: If your TV or monitor has progressive scanning capability, you need, to make sure you choose correct
setting on the back of the DVD Player (step 6 below).
3. Connect the antenna or cable to the Antenna Input jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled IN
FROM ANTENNA).
4. Connect a coaxial cable to the Antenna Output jack on the VCR (OUT TO TV) and to the
Antenna Input jack (CABLE/ANTENNA) on the TV.
5. Insert the AC power cord into an AC outlet.
6. If your TV is capable of using progressive scanning and you connected the DVD Player to the
TV by connecting the Component Video Jacks (Y, Pb, Pr), make sure you change the Video
Selection switch setting to the Progressive Scan only position on the back of the player. All
other connections should leave the Video Selection switch set to NORMAL connections
(VIDEO, S-VIDEO, COMPONENT)
Go to page 8
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2. The first time you turn on your DVD player, a
Language Selection menu appears. If you want the
DVD player’s menus to appear in English, press the
OK button on the remote control. If you prefer
another language, press the button until that
language is highlighted and press OK to select the it.
Using Different Menus
Each disc is programmed with different features.There
are three separate types of menus that you can use to
access features:
• The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each
disc and is separate from the DVD player’s menu.The
contents of each Disc menu varies according to how
the disc was authored and what features are
included.The Disc menu is turned on and off (while
the disc is playing) with the MENU button on the
remote.
• The DVD player’s Info Display – The Info Display
appears as icons across the top of the screen. It can
only be accessed while you are playing a disc. It’s
turned on and off with the INFO button on the
remote.
• The DVD player menu – The DVD player’s menu
system is accessed only when a disc isn’t playing. It
appears automatically when you press the STOP
button on the remote.
Remember: A feature will only work if the disc was
programmed with that feature. For example, if you choose
subtitles on the Info Display, the subtitles will only appear if
the disc was created with subtitles. If a menu or icon is
“grayed out” it means that item (or feature) isn’t available.
Español
Francais
English
Select a Menu Language
Select langue de menu
Selecione Idioma Menu
Point the Remote at the DVD Player and Put it in DVD Mode
When you want the remote to operate the DVD Player, point the remote at the DVD Player, not
the TV. Make sure the remote is in DVD mode - press the DVD button. Also, you must make sure
there is a clear path between the remote control and the DVD Player because the remote
control uses infrared (IR) technology that sends a command from the remote control to the IR
sensor on the front of the DVD player.
Turn on the TV and DVD Player
1. Turn on your TV and tune it to the correct Video Input Channel (if you don’t know which
channel is the Video Input channel, go to page 11 for help).
Sound
Resume Play
Parental Control
Display
Play Mode
Languages
Press Play to resume playback.
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How to find your TV’s Video Input Channel
In order to see what’s playing on your DVD Player, you need to tune the TV to the Video Input
Channel that corresponds to the jacks you used to connect the DVD Player to the TV.The Video
Input Channel(s) varies for different brands and different models of TVs. If your TV is an RCA, GE,
or Proscan brand, the DVD’s remote probably operates it. Just press the TV button, and then
press the INPUT button until you see the DVD’s main menu, screen saver, or the disc you’re
playing. If your TV is another brand, check the list below:
Consult the instruction manual that came with your TV.
If you can’t find the information in the manual, or can’t find the manual, review the following list.
• There might be a button on the TV’s remote control that accesses the Video Input Channel
(see table below for examples).
•You might select the Video Input Channel from the TV’s on-screen menu system.
•You might tune to it by pressing a specific channel number (see table below).
•Press the Channel up and/or down buttons on the TV’s remote control (sometimes the Video
Input Channel is stored in your TV’s channel list).
Video Input Channel Variations
Button/Switch Button on the Channel
on the
TV
TV remote Number
VIDEO VID1 S-VID 00 93
SIGNAL LINE INPUT 90 VID 1
VID 1 VID SOURCE 91 VID 2
VID 2 VIDEO AUX 92 INPUT
Next Steps
Before you start playing discs, you might want to get familiar with the remote control - Chapter 2
has details. Playing Discs is found in Chapter 3; the menu system is outlined in Chapter 4; and
Chapter 5 contains troubleshooting, Limited Warranty, and accessory information.
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Button Descriptions for DVD Mode
In addition to operating your DVD Player, the remote that came with it will operate most RCA,
GE, and Proscan TVs and VCRs. However, this page only describes the buttons on the remote that
you will use with your DVD Player.
For descriptions of remote control buttons to be used with your TV and VCR (RCA, GE, and
Proscan only), go to the next page.
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N•O
FF
MUT
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GO BACK
RET
URN
INPUT
PLAY MODE
T
V•VCR
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DVD
MENU
CLEAR
INF
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ANGLE
TITL
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GUIDE
AUDI
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LOCK
SUBTITLE
TIMER
REVERSE
PLA
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FORWA
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PAUSE
STO
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RECORD
AGAIN
SPEED
OPE
N•CLOSE
ZOOM
SEARC
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DVD function buttons listed alphabetically
Advances to the next/preceding chapter or track.
0-9 Use to input information such as chapter num-
bers, track numbers, or to make selections on
some menu screens.
AGAIN Quick reverse - replays approximately the last 10
seconds of a DVD movie.
ANGLE Accesses the Camera Angle icon in the DVD disc
Info Display.Also used to rotate JPEG files 90°.
AUDIO Accesses the Audio icon in the Info Display that
enables you to play a disc in a different language.
CH+/- Advances to the next/preceding chapter or track.
CLEAR Removes on-screen menus and displays.
DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode so it operates the
DVD player.
FORWARD Searches forward through the disc.
GO BACK/RETURN Goes back to the previous menu.
INFO Displays the on-screen Info Display when playing
discs.
MENU When playing a disc, displays the disc’s menu.
OK Selects the setting or menu that is highlighted.
ON•OFF Turns DVD player on and off.
OPEN•CLOSE
Opens and closes disc tray.
PAUSE Pauses disc play.With DVD discs, press two times
to search frame by frame.
PLAY Begins disc play.
PLAY MODE Accesses Play Mode icon in the Info Display.
REVERSE Searches backward through the disc.
STOP Stops playback. Press and hold to open and close
the disc tray. In order to see the DVD Player
menu, press the STOP button.
SUBTITLE Accesses the Subtitle icon in the Info Display.
Turns subtitles feature on and off.
TITLE/GUIDE Accesses the DVD disc guide (if available).
ZOOM Enlarges the picture (DVD and VCD formats) on
the screen.
Chapter 2 The Remote Control
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