HP RC5240P User Manual
DVD Player
User's Manual
Changing Entertainment. Again.
RC5240P
Important Information
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates
“dangerous voltage” inside the
product that presents a risk of
electric shock or personal injury.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
FCC NOTE (for U.S.A.):
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.
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.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for
its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for
extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the
picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program
logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not
covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-
40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code,
Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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.
CAUTION
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
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized
changes or modifications to this equipment may
void the user’s authority to operate it.
Note:
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.
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-perview uses only, unless otherwise authorized in
writing by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed.
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 No. _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Serial No.______________________________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________
RC5240P
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect .........................................................................6
Types of Discs Your DVD Player will Play .................................................................. 6
Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 7
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV ............................................... 7
DVD Player + TV with Audio/Video Input Jacks ....................................................... 8
DVD Player + TV + VCR .............................................................................................. 9
DVD Player + TV + Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital or DTS Receiver ......................11
DVD Player + TV + Dolby Pro Logic or Stereo Receiver.......................................... 13
DVD Player + TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver............................................................ 15
The Jacks on the Back of the DVD Player ..................................................................... 16
Front Panel Controls ....................................................................................................... 17
Install Batteries in the Remote ...................................................................................... 18
Important Battery Information ............................................................................... 18
Point the Remote in the Right Direction ................................................................18
How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel ................................................................ 19
Remote Control Buttons ................................................................................................ 20
Chapter 2: Playing DVDs
Regional Coding ............................................................................................................. 24
Using Different Menus ................................................................................................... 24
Loading and Playing Discs ............................................................................................ 24
Using a Disc Menu ..........................................................................................................25
DVD Playback Features .................................................................................................. 27
Fast Motion Playback (Picture Scan) ....................................................................... 27
Freeze Frame and Frame Advance ..........................................................................27
Skipping Chapters .................................................................................................... 27
Play Mode .................................................................................................................28
Random .............................................................................................................. 28
Program .............................................................................................................. 28
Selecting a Chapter Number ................................................................................... 29
Selecting a Title Number..........................................................................................29
Entering an Elapsed Time ........................................................................................29
Subtitles .................................................................................................................... 30
Changing the Audio Language ...............................................................................30
Changing the Camera Angle ...................................................................................30
Using the Repeat Feature ........................................................................................31
To Repeat a Chapter or Title .............................................................................31
A•B Repeat .........................................................................................................31
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights
reserved.
DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Home Theater Systems, Inc.
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Chapter 3: Playing Audio CDs and MP3 Discs
Loading and Playing an Audio CD................................................................................. 34
Audio CD Playback Features ..........................................................................................34
Skipping Tracks .........................................................................................................34
Time Search...............................................................................................................34
Play Mode........................................................................................................... 35
Random .............................................................................................................. 35
Using the Repeat Feature ........................................................................................36
To Repeat a Track or Disc................................................................................... 36
A-B Repeat ......................................................................................................... 36
Playing MP3 Discs .....................................................................................................37
Selecting Tracks ........................................................................................................ 37
Skipping Tracks .........................................................................................................37
Chapter 4: Playing Video CDs
What is a Video CD? .......................................................................................................40
The Video CD Disc Menu ................................................................................................ 40
If the Video CD Has Playback Control ...........................................................................40
Bypassing Playback Control .....................................................................................40
Resuming Playback Control .....................................................................................41
Using the Time Search Feature ...................................................................................... 41
The Index Feature ........................................................................................................... 41
Chapter 5: The Menu System
The Display Menu ...........................................................................................................44
Image ........................................................................................................................ 44
Video Out..................................................................................................................45
Menu Language ....................................................................................................... 45
The Sound Menu ............................................................................................................ 46
Selecting Digital Output Type ................................................................................. 46
Range ........................................................................................................................46
Speakers .................................................................................................................... 47
The Password Menu .......................................................................................................48
Creating a Password ................................................................................................. 48
Changing the Password Mode ................................................................................48
The Preferences Menu.................................................................................................... 49
Selecting the Audio Preference ............................................................................... 49
Selecting the Subtitle Language ............................................................................. 49
Changing the Disc Menu Language ........................................................................ 50
Setting the Rating Limit ........................................................................................... 50
Dimming the Front Display ...................................................................................... 51
Defaults ..................................................................................................................... 51
Language Code List .................................................................................................. 52
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Chapter 6: Other Information
Troubleshooting..............................................................................................................54
Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 56
Accessories Order Form.................................................................................................. 59
Index ................................................................................................................................ 61
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Chapter 1
Connections & Setup
Chapter Overview:
• Things to Consider
• Choose your Connection
• The Jacks on the Back of the DVD Player
• Front Panel Controls
• Installing the Batteries
• How to Find Your TV’s Input Channel
• The Remote Control
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Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or components before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet
packed with your DVD player.
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.
• When 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 so the heated air from it won’t flow
around other components.
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.
Connection Pictures
Audio/video cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, the connection pictures in this book
show each cable separately (audio left, audio right, and video).
Note: The illustrations in this book are representational, and in some instances may not exactly match the
item represented.
Types of Discs Your DVD Player will Play
• DVD video discs – DVD video discs contain high quality picture and sound content.
• Audio discs – Audio CDs contain musical or sound content only.
• Video CDs – Like DVD discs, VCDs contain picture and sound content. VCDs hold less content that
DVD discs.
• CD-R (MP3 files) – CD-R discs with MP3 files recorded or downloaded onto them.
VIDEO CD
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Connections and Setup
Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your DVD player. Please use the following chart to determine which connection
is best for you. Turn to the appropriate page and connect your DVD player.
Components Cables Needed Connection Go to...
Title
TV
TV
TV
TV
DVD
DVD
DVD
DVD
VCR
Dolby Digital Receiver
VCR
Satellite
• Coaxial
• Audio/video
• S-Video (optional)
• Coaxial
• Audio/video
• S-Video (optional)
• Coaxial
• Audio/video
• S-Video (optional)
• Optical connector
(optional)
• Coaxial
• Audio/video
• S-Video (optional)
TV + DVD
TV + DVD + VCR page 9
TV + DVD +
Dolby Digital
TV + DVD +
VCR + Satellite
page 8
pages
10-13
page
14-15
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Note: Audio/Video cables (A/V cables for short) are usually sold as a bundled set, but the connection pictures in this book show each cable
separately for better visibility.
Audio/Video cables
Coaxial cable
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S-Video cable
Connections and Setup
TV
AUDIO OUT
R
CABLE
OR
OFF-AIR SIGNAL
L
TV
DVD
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
RL
ANT IN
2
1
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
R
R
COAXIAL
L
1
L
2
S-VIDEO
OPTICAL
Y
P
B
P
R
DVD
PLAYER
AUDIO OUT
1
2
DVD Player + TV with Audio/Video Input Jacks
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.
2. Connect the video cable.
• 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.
OR
• S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect the S-Video cable to the
S-VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-Video jack on your TV. If your
TV doesn’t have S-Video, use the basic video connection listed above.
Note: Your cable or off-air connection to the television should not be affected by this connection. Connect
your cable or off-air antenna to your television as you normally would. You may need to consult your
television manual for details.
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TV
Connections and Setup
AUDIO OUT
R
L
TV
DVD
VCR
DVD
PLAYER
VCR
OUT
IN
S-VIDEO
1
2
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO OUT
R
R
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
1
L
2
VIDEO
2
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO
AUDIO IN
RL
1
Y
P
B
P
R
ANT IN
4
CABLE
OR
OFF-AIR SIGNAL
OUT TO TV
IN FROM ANT
3
DVD Player + 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.
2. Connect the video cable.
• 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.
OR
• S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect the S-Video cable to the S-
VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-Video jack on your TV. If your TV
doesn’t have S-Video, use the basic video connection listed above.
3. Connect the antenna or cable to the Antenna Input jack on the VCR.
4. Connect a coaxial cable to the Antenna Output jack on the VCR and to the Antenna Input jack on the
television.
5. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
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Connections and Setup
TV
AUDIO OUT
R
CABLE
OR
OFF-AIR SIGNAL
L
TV
DVD
Dolby Digital Receiver
and/or DTS Receiver
3
DVD
PLAYER
DOLBY DIGITAL or
DTS RECEIVER
S-VIDEO
1
2
AUDIO OUT
R
R
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
1
L
2
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO
AUDIO IN
RL
1
Y
P
B
P
R
2
AUDIO IN
ANT IN
DIGITAL
IN
L
R
Dolby Digital® and DTS
®
Both Dolby Digital and DTS are audio formats used to record 5.1-channel audio signals onto the digital track
of film (while the film is being made). Both of these formats provide up to six separate channels: left, right,
center, left rear, right rear, and common subwoofer.
The disc will play 5.1-channel sound only if you’ve connected a DTS or Dolby Digital receiver or decoder and if
the original movie the disc was recorded from was encoded in the Dolby Digital or DTS format.
Please Read This Before Using the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Jack!
This player’s digital output jack is designed for a connection to a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver or decoder.
Older digital equipment may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such a connection can
create a high level of noise that may be harmful to your ears, and could damage headphones or speakers.
It is important to choose the correct Digital Output setting in the DVD Player’s Sound menu, especially when
you use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack. For more information, see chapter 5.
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DVD Player + TV + Dolby Digital or DTS Receiver
To Connect the DVD Player
1. Connect the left and right audio cables to your audio/video receiver and to the AUDIO OUT L (left –
white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your DVD Player.
2. If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver, insert an optical digital cable (not provided) to the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT jack on the DVD player to the Digital Input jack on the back of the receiver. You must also
set the Digital Ouput setting in the Sound menu (see chapter 5).
3. Connect the video cable.
• 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.
OR
• S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect the S-Video cable to the S-
VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-Video jack on your TV. If your TV
doesn’t have S-Video, use the basic video connection listed above.
4. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Home Theater Systems, Inc.
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Connections and Setup
TV
AUDIO OUT
R
CABLE
OR
OFF-AIR SIGNAL
L
TV
DVD
Dolby Pro Logic or
Stereo Receiver
DVD
PLAYER
S-VIDEO
AUDIO OUT
1
2
PRO LOGIC
OR STEREO
RECEIVER
R
R
VIDEO IN
2
VIDEO OUT
L
1
L
2
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
S-VIDEO
1
AUDIO IN
RL
Y
P
OPTICAL
P
ANT IN
3
B
R
AUDIO IN
L
R
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Connections and Setup
DVD Player + TV + Dolby Pro Logic or Stereo
Receiver
To Connect the DVD Player
1. Connect the left and right audio cables to your audio/video receiver and to the AUDIO OUT FRONT L
(left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your DVD Player.
2. Connect the video cable.
• 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.
OR
• S-Video – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO OUT
jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-Video jack on your TV. If your TV doesn’t have SVideo, use the basic video connection listed above.
3. Down Mix Audio (optional) – Connect the second set of AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of the DVD
player to the AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the TV. This allows you to listen to discs without going
through the receiver. For example, if it’s late at night and you want to listen to a disc without 6-channel
sound on, you can turn off the receiver and listen to the disc through the TV speakers.
4. Connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet.
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Connections and Setup
TV
AUDIO OUT
R
L
TV
DVD
VCR
DVD
PLAYER
VCR
OUT
IN
S-VIDEO
1
2
L R
AUDIO
L R
AUDIO OUT
R
R
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
L
1
L
2
VIDEO
2
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO
AUDIO IN
RL
1
Y
P
B
P
R
ANT IN
4
OUT TO TV
IN FROM ANT
Satellite
SATELLITE
RECEIVER
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
3
SATELLITE
IN FROM ANT
LR
OUT TO TV
SATELLITE IN
SIGNAL
CABLE
OR
OFF-AIR
SIGNAL
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DVD Player + TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver
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.
2. Connect the video cable.
• 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.
OR
• S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect the S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO
OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-Video jack on your TV. If your TV doesn’t
have S-Video, use the basic video connection listed above.
3. Connect a coaxial cable to the antenna output jack on the VCR and to the Antenna Input jack on the
television.
4. Use a coaxial cable to connect the antenna output on the satellite receiver to the antenna input on the
VCR.
5. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.
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Connections and Setup
The Jacks on the Back of the DVD Player
When connecting, make sure you connect Output jacks to Input jacks, Video to Video, Right Audio to Right
Audio, etc.
AUDIO OUT R and L
Insert audio cables (left and
right) from these jacks on your
DVD player to the
corresponding Audio Input
jacks (left and right) on your
TV or receiver.
VIDEO OUT
(Composite Video Output)
Connect a video cable
to this jack and to the
Video Input jack on
your TV.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
Use a digital optical cable (not
provided) to connect your
DVD Player to a compatible
Dolby Digital or DTS receiver
or decoder.
AUDIO OUT
R
1
R
2
VIDEO OUT
L
1
L
2
S-VIDEO
If your TV has an
S-Video jack, you can
connect an S-Video cable
for increased video quality.
The S-Video cable only
carries the picture signal;
remember to connect the
left and right audio cables.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
Component Video (Y
PB PR) Jacks
If your TV has an component
video jacks, you can connect
component video cables for
optimum video quality. To
ensure maximum picture
quality, use three video-grade
cables for the connection.
Remember to connect the left
and right audio cables because
the Y PB PR jacks and cables
carry only the picture signal.
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Front Panel Controls
Connections and Setup
1
ON •OFF
- +
25
111213
3
OPEN • CLOSE
STOP
10
SKIP BACK SKIP FWD
SCAN REV
PAUSE
9
4
SCAN FWD
8
7
6
1. ON•OFF Use to turn the power on and off.
2. Disc Tray Discs are inserted here. Press OPEN•CLOSE to open and close disc tray.
3. OPEN•CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray.
4. SKIP BACK During playback, moves to the beginning of the preceding title, chapter, or track on a disc.
5. SKIP FWD During playback, advances to the next chapter.
6. SCAN FWD Press and hold to scan through a DVD or CD; each press of the button increases the speed from 2X to 8X, then cycles
back to PLAY.
7. PLAY Begins disc play (and closes disc tray if open).
8. SCAN REV Press and hold to reverse through a DVD or CD; each press of the button increases the speed from 2X to 8X, then
cycles back to PLAY.
9. PAUSE Pauses disc play.
10. STOP Stops disc play.
11. Front Panel Display Displays information about the current state of the player and/or disc..
12. VOLUME Push and release the buttton (button extends out) and turn to adjust the volume of the headphones.
13. PHONES Plug in headphones here.
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Connections and Setup
Install Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote.
2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the
diagram on the remote.
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.
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.
insert batteries
• 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.
Point the Remote in the Right Direction
When you want the remote to operate the DVD Player, point the remote at the
DVD Player, not the TV. The remote has to be pointed in the correct direction
and toward the correct component in order for the remote control’s signal to
communicate with the sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path
between the remote control and the component you want to operate so the signal
isn’t blocked.
Turn on the TV and DVD Player
1. Turn on your TV and tune to the correct video input channel (see following
page).
2. Press the POWER button on the remote or the ON•OFF button on the
DVD player.
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