DTV-172
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
PREPARATION
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INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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CAUTIONS REGARDING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
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FRONT VIEW
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REAR VIEW
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REMOTE CONTROL
CONNECTIONS
BASIC OPERATIONS
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TURNING ON THE POWER
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TURNING OFF THE POWER
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TV/AV MODE SELECTION
WATCHING TV
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TURNING ON THE POWER
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TURNING OFF THE POWER
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SIMPLE BUTTON OPERATIONS FOR CHANGING CHANNELS
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USING LAST ON THE REMOTE UNIT
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SIMPLE BUTTON OPERATION FOR CHANGING VOLUME/SOUND
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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TV TUNER ADJUSTMENT
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CONTENT BLOCKING
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PICTURE ADJUSTMENT
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AUDIO ADJUSTMENT
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WINDOW ADJUSTMENT
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OPTIONS ADJUSTMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS
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10-11
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16-24
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (FOR TV TUNER)
BASIC OPERATIONS
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PLAY DISCS
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PAUSE
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OSD
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VOLUME CONTROL
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DVD MENU PLAY
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SELECT WITH NUMBER BUTTONS
PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
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AUDIO MODE
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MUTE
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FAST PLAY
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SLOW PLAY
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REPEAT PLAY
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ZOOM PLAY
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SELECT SUBTITLES
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ANGLES SELECT
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PROGRAM PLAY
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SHUFFLE (RANDOM) PLAY
MENU SETTING
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GENERAL SETUP
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AUDIO SETUP
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VIDEO SETUP
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PASSWORD SETUP
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PREFERENCES
MP3 OPERATIONS
KODAK PICTURE CD PLAYBACK
USB AND DIGITAL CARD PLAY OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (FOR DVD PLAYER)
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 a triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the product.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit 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 not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measure.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Correct the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio, TV technical for help.
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Only shielded interface cable should be used.
FCC RF INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
NOTE:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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The present set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use
can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in the present unit will
protect you if you observe the following procedures in installing, using and servicing. The present
unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any element that can be repaired by the user.
1. Read these instructions - All operating instructions must be read and understood before the
product is operated.
2. Keep these instructions - These safely and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place
for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings - All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.
4. Follow instructions - All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Attachment - Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate
attachments can result in accidents.
6. Power source - This product must operate on a power source specified on the model label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local
power company.
7. AC cord protection - The AC cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on
them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product.
8. Overloading - Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or
electric shock.
9. Entering of objects and liquids - Never insert an object into the product through vents or
openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock
and/or short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
10. Servicing - Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you
to high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to
perform servicing.
11. Repair - If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet, and
request a qualified service person to perform repairs.
a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged.
b) When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product.
c) When the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions. Do
not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often
requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician.
e) When the product has been dropped or damaged.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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f) When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product
indicates that the product needs servicing.
12. Replacement parts - In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service
person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same
characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in
fire, electric shock and/or other danger.
13. Safety checks - Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to
perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
14. Wall or ceiling mounting - When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install
the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
15. Unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before installing the speakers.
16. Cleaning - Unplug the AC cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use only with
a dry cloth to clean this apparatus. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
17. Water and moisture - Do not use this product near water such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen
sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement. TV set shall not be exposed to
dripping or slashing and no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the TV
set.
18. Stand - Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Unstable installation
is likely to make the product fall resulting in serious injuries as well as material damage. Use
only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus.
19. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to void injury
from tip-over.
20. Ventilation - The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not
cover or block them since insufficient ventilation can overheat and/or shorten the product’s
life span. Do not place the product on the bed, sofa, rug or other similar surfaces since they
can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not
place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
21. The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can be broken when the
product is dropped or gets shock. Be careful not to be injured by glass pieces in case the
panel is broken.
22. Heat sources - Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
23. The LCD panel is a product of very high technology with 2,949,120 thin film transistors, giving
you fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a
fixed blue, green or red point. Please note that this does not affect your product's performance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
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DVD MENUDVD TITLE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
RC-173DT
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
DTV-172
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Power adapter AV cables
User guide
Remote control Component Video Cable or
Y/Pb/Pr cable
Audio cable for
component input
USB Extension Cable
Insert supplied batteries via the battery compartment on the back of the remote control.
Make sure polarity matches the (+) and (-) marks inside the compartment.
PREPARATION
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INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE REMOTE CONTROL
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Do not expose remote to liquids, direct sunlight or shock.
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The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote sensor window of the Display is
under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case, change the angle of the lighting or Display,
or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote sensor window.
CAUTIONS REGARDING REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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Use the remote control by pointing it towards the remote
sensor on the TV. Objects between the remote control and
the sensor may disrupt operation.
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Effective range is 20 feet but is dependant on what your
viewing angle is.
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Range can also be affected by direct sunlight on the TV's
sensor.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
RC-173DT
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
-
-
+
+
1) REMOTE SENSOR
2) POWER ON INDICATOR
3) STANDBY INDICATOR
4) TV/DVD/AUX/PC: Use to select the AV signal source between: TV, DVD,AUX-Video, AUX-SVideo, AUX-Component,PC, and use the OK button to confirm.
5) MUTE: Mute the sound.
6) PREV/NEXT (CH+/-): To skip to the previous/next chapter (previous/next channel).
7) VOLUME+/-: Use to adjust the volume.
8) POWER BUTTON: Use to turn the unit on and off.
9) DISC SLOT: Insert a DVD or CD disc to play under DVD status.
10) USB
11) MULTI MEDIA CARD/SD/MEMORY STICK
12) DVD/CARD/USB: In DVD status, when there are USB and MMC/SD/MEMORY STICK card
being played, use to shift among DVD, USB and CARD.
13) STOP: Use to stop the DVD playback.
14) PLAY BUTTON: Use to begin the DVD playback.
15) EJECT BUTTON: Use to eject the disc being played in the disc slot.
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
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FRONT VIEW
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2
3
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4 56 7 8
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10
12
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15
VOL
TV/DVD/AUX/PC
CH
CH
VOL
USB
SD/
MMC
MEMORY
STICK
EJECT
DVD/CARD/USB
PLAY
STOP
1) AV1 IN (Composite Video, S-Video and Audio In)
2) AV OUT (Composite Video and Audio Out)
3) AV2 IN (Component Video and Audio In)
4) VGA, Audio (PC Input)
5) PHONES
6) DC IN
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
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REAR VIEW
PHONES
AUDIO
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
R
C
B / PB
Y
DC IN
VGA
AV1 IN
AUDIO
L
R
C
R / PR
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AV OUT
AV2 IN
1
2
3
4
5
6
1) POWER: Use to turn the unit on and off.
2) Number Buttons: Use to set the channel and to enter DVD chapter numbers.
3) CAPTION: Use to select close caption mode.
4) VOLUME+/-: Use to adjust the volume.
5) LAST: Press to return to the previous channel in normal viewing mode.
6) TV/DVD/AUX/PC: Use to bring up the AV signal source selection screen and use the /
buttons to select between: TV, DVD/USB/CARD, AUX-Video, AUX-S-Video, AUX-
Component,PC, and press the OK button to confirm.
7) Cursor Buttons: Use to navigate in menus.
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
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REMOTE CONTROL
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
RC-173DT
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
1
2
4
3
5
7
6
8
9
10
12
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31
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33
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8) OK: Use to confirm your selections.
9) DVD TITLE: Use to bring up the DVD title menu.
10) PLAY:Use to begin the DVD playback.
11)PAUSE:Use to pause the DVD playback.
12) PREV/NEXT: Use to skip to the previous/next chapter.
13) ZOOM: Use to zoom the DVD playback picture.
14) SLOW: Use to slow the DVD playback speed.
15) P. MODE: Use to shift DVD play mode.
16) REMAIN: Use to display the time of the DVD playback.
17) A. MODE: Use to shift the DVD playback audio mode.
18) AUDIO: Use to shift DVD audio language.
19) SUBTITLE: Use to shift DVD subtitle language.
20) ANGLE: Use to shift DVD viewing angle.
21) REPEAT: Use to repeat the DVD playback.
22) WIDE: In DVD mode, use to set TV display mode.
23) SETUP: Use to bring up DVD setup menu.
24) RETURN: Return to the previous menu screen.
25) FF/FR: Use to play DVD fast forward/backward.
26) STOP: Use to stop the DVD playback.
27) DVD MENU: Use to bring up the DVD root menu.
28) TV MENU: Use to bring up TV menu; and exits TV menu by pressing again.
29) CH+/-:Use to skip to the previous/next channel.
30) MUTE: Mute the sound.
31) AUTO/USB/CARD: Auto adjustment for PC signals. In DVD status, use to shift among DVD,
USB and CARD.
32) OPEN( ):Use to eject the disc being played in the disc slot.
33) OSD: Use to bring up the DVD On-Screen-Display.
34) MPX: Use to select MPX mode.
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
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REMOTE CONTROL (CONTINUED)
CONNECTIONS
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2a
2e
1a
1b
Computer
or
HDTV Receiver
2b
2c
2f
PHONES
AUDIO
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
R
C
B /
P
B
Y
DC IN
VGA
AV1 IN
AUDIO
L
R
C
R /
P
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AV OUT
AV2 IN
2d
VGA Audio Cable
1. CONNECT TO POWER
a. Connect the mini plug of the AC power adapter to DC IN jack on the back of the DTV-172.
b. Connect the power plug of the AC power adapter to the power socket.
2. SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
a. Using the antenna input: Connect the antenna terminal from an antenna or cable/satellite
receiver to the antenna input terminal on the DTV-172; use the TV/DVD/AUX/PC button and
the / buttons to set the DTV-172's signal source to "TV".
b. Using the AV1 RCA Video/Audio input: Connect compatible AV equipment to the DTV-172
through the AV1 IN jacks on DTV-172 (Composite Video and Audio input jacks); use the
TV/DVD/AUX/PC button and the / buttons to set the DTV-172's signal source to "AUX-
Video".
c. Using the AV1 S-Video and RCA Audio input: Connect AV equipment to the DTV-172
through the AV1 IN jacks on DTV-172 (S-Video and Audio input jacks); use the
TV/DVD/AUX/PC button and the / buttons to set the DTV-172’s signal source to “AUX-S-
Video”.
d. Using the AV2 Component input: The AV2 input may be used for Progressive scan or HDTV
inputs; use the TV/DVD/AUX/PC button and the / buttons to set the DTV-172's signal
source to "AUX-Component".
e. Using the VGA connector: Connect a PC computer to the DTV-172 through the VGA socket
on DTV-172. The Mini-plugged next to the VGA input is for audio associated with this type of
signal. Audio cables for this purpose are supplied with the DTV-172. Use the TV/DVD/AUX/PC
button and the / buttons to set the DTV-172’s signal source to “PC”. DTV-172 monitor’s
native resolution for computer use is 1024x768.
f. Using the AV out, RCA Video/Audio output: Connect the DTV-172 to another TV Monitor
through the AV OUT jacks on DTV-172 (Composite Video and Audio output jacks); now you
can use the TV Monitor as an external monitor. Signals from the Antenna, AV1 and Internal DVD
player will be available at this point.
CONNECTIONS
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1. Press POWER button on the front panel to turn on the TV set. The STANDBY/ON indicator
lights up green.
2. If the STANDBY/ON indicator still lights up red, press POWER on the remote control to turn
the TV set on.
BASIC OPERATIONS
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TURNING ON THE POWER
1. Press POWER on the remote control, the image on the screen disappears and the
STANDBY/ON indicator changes from green to red.
2. Press the POWER button on the front panel to turn the TV set off.
NOTE: Small amounts of electric power is still consumed even when the power is turned off.
TURNING OFF THE POWER
By pressing the TV/DVD/AUX/PC on the TV set and confirming by the OK button, you can
change the mode as follows:
TV/AV MODE SELECTION
POWER
POWER
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
TV/DVD/
AUX/PC
TV/DVD/
AUX/PC
TV DVD/USB/CARD AUX-Video AUX-S-Video AUX-Component PC
TV/DVD/AUX/PC
CH
VOL
CH
VOL
1. Press POWER button on the front panel to turn on the TV set. The STANDBY/ON indicator
lights up green.
2. If the STANDBY/ON indicator still lights up red, press POWER on the remote control to turn
the TV set on.
WATCHING TV
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TURNING ON THE POWER
1. Press POWER on the remote control, the image on the screen disappears and the
STANDBY/ON indicator changes from green to red.
2. Press the POWER button on the front panel to turn the TV set off.
NOTE: Weak electric power is still consumed even when the power is turned off.
TURNING OFF THE POWER
1. Press CH+ to increase channel number.
2. Press CH- to decrease channel number.
NOTE: CH+/- on the TV set operates the same as CH+/- on the remote unit.
CH+/-
You can change channels in several ways.
Using CH+/- on the remote unit
SIMPLE BUTTON OPERATIONS FOR CHANGING CHANNELS
VOL
TV/DVD/AUX/PC
CH
CH
VOL
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
CH+/-
Using number buttons on the remote unit
WATCHING TV
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Press LAST to switch the currently tuned channel to the previous tuned channel.
Press LAST again to switch back to the currently tuned channel.
Select the channels directly by pressing the number buttons.
EXAMPLE:
To select a 1-digit channel (e.g. channel 2):
●
Press 2 .
To select a 2-digit channel (e.g. channel 12):
●
Press 1 ,followed by 2 .
USING LAST ON THE REMOTE UNIT
NUMBER BUTTONS
MUTE
OSDPOWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
MPX
LAST
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
Changing the volume
You can change the volume on the front panel or on the remote control unit.
Using MUTE on the remote control
Press MUTE to mute the current sound output.
WATCHING TV
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1. Press MUTE . '' '' will display on the screen.
2. Press MUTE again to cancel the mute.
1. Press VOL+ to increase the volume.
2. Press VOL- to decrease the volume.
SIMPLE BUTTON OPERATION FOR CHANGING VOLUME/SOUND
VOLUME+/-
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
MUTE
MUTE
OSDPOWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
MPX
Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
Press / to select "Settings" and press to enter into the items below ''Settings''.
NOTE: Only when in TV status, there is "TV Tuner"option below "Settings".
Make sure press TV MENU to exit TV menu screen before other operatings.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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TV TUNER ADJUSTMENT
TV Source
This will help you to select the TV's signal source.
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select "Settings" and press to select "TV Tuner".
3. Press to enter "TV Tuner" menu.
4. Press / to select "TV Source".
5. Press / to select your desired TV source between Antenna and Cable; press OK to
return; press TV MENU to exit.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
TV TUNER ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED)
Automatic channel search
Channel auto search finds and memorizes all channels viewable in your area. Select one
between ANTENNA and CABLE before this operation.
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select "Settings" and press to select "TV Tuner".
3. Press to enter "TV Tuner" menu.
4. Press / to select "Auto Search".
5. Press to begin the searching. Wait until the searching ends.
NOTE: The illustrations and on-screen displays in this manual are for explanation purposes and
may vary from the actual operations.
Fine tune
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select "Settings" and press to select "TV Tuner".
3. Press to enter "TV Tuner" menu.
4. Press / to select "Fine Tune".
5. Press to enter "Fine Tune" screen.
6. Press / to tune for a better picture and sound; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Channel skip
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select "Settings" and press to select "TV Tuner".
3. Press to enter "TV Tuner" menu.
4. Press / to select "Channel Skip".
5. Press / to select between "On" and "Off"; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Current channel number selection
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select "Settings" and press to select "TV Tuner".
3. Press to enter "TV Tuner" menu.
4. Press / to select "Current Channel".
5. Press / to select a current channel number you want; press OK to return; press
TV MENU to exit.
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MENU ADJUSTMENT
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Password
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select "Settings" and press to select "Content Blocking".
3. Press to enter "Content Blocking (Password)" menu.
4. Press to select "Enter" and press to enter the password.
5. Press / to select digit and press / to change the selected digit.
6. Press to select "OK" and press OK to check the password. Then there will be "Change"
and "Clear" under "Enter".
7. Press to select "Change" and press to change the password.
8. Press / to select digit and press / to change the selected digit.
9. Press to select "OK" and press OK to confirm your change.
10. Press to select "Clear" and press to clear the password; press OK to return; press
TV MENU to exit.
NOTE:The preset password is 000000.
CONTENT BLOCKING
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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Contrast
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Picture''.
3. Press / to move to ''Contrast''.
4. Press / to adjust the picture contrast; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Brightness
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Picture''.
3. Press / to move to ''Brightness''.
4. Press / to adjust the picture brightness; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Color
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Picture''.
3. Press / to move to ''Color''.
4. Press / to adjust the picture color; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Sharpness
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Picture''.
3. Press / to move to ''Sharpness''.
4. Press / to adjust the picture sharpness; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
NOTE: In DVD status, there is no "Sharpness"; there is "Phase".
In Video and S-Video status, there is “Tint” options under “color”.
Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
Press / to select ''Picture'' and press to enter into below items.
PICTURE ADJUSTMENT
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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Volume
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Audio''.
3. Press / to move to ''Volume''.
4. Press / to adjust the volume; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Bass
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Audio''.
3. Press / to move to ''Bass''.
4. Press / to adjust the bass weaker or stronger; press OK to return; press TV MENU to
exit.
Treble
To stress high frequency sound
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Audio''.
3. Press / to move to ''Treble''.
4. Press / to adjust the treble weaker or stronger; press OK to return; press TV MENU to
exit.
Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
Press / to select ''Audio'' and press to enter into below items.
AUDIO ADJUSTMENT
down for audio settings
36
38
39
37
MPX
equalizer
Mono
Balance
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Audio''.
3. Press / to move to ''Balance''.
4. Press / to adjust audio output between left and right speakers; press OK to return; press
TV MENU to exit.
MPX
This function is to select a MPX mode.
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Audio''.
3. Press / to move to ''MPX''.
4. Press / to select a MPX mode; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
NOTE: You can also use the MPX button on the remote control to select a MPX mode.
Equalizer
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select “Audio”.
3. Press / to move to “Equalizer”.
4. Press to enter “Equalizer” menu.
5. Press / to select every options and press / to adjust.
6. Press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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AUDIO ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED)
PC mode input format
In case of inputting the PC signal other than above signals, ''OUT OF RANGE'' will display.
Setup your PC software
……
Even if your actual display-setting screen looks different from the windows below, basic setup
methods will be applied in most of the case.
1. First, click on ''Setting'' on the Windows Start menu. While ''Setting'' is selected, move the cursor
to submenu ''Control Panel''.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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WINDOW ADJUSTMENT
Resolution
VGA
SVGA
XGA
640×480
640×480
640×480
640×480
720×400
800×600
800×600
800×600
800×600
1024×768
1024×768
1024×768
60
70
75
48.4
56.5
60.2
60
75
85
72
37.9
46.9
53.7
48.1
60
72
75
85
70
31.5
37.9
37.5
43.3
31.5
V freq. (Hz) H freq. (KHz)
3. Navigate to the ''Setting'' tab on the display dialog box. The correct setting of size (resolution) is
''1024 x 768 pixels''.
Check the vertical frequency of your PC.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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WINDOW ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED)
2. When the control panel screen appears, click on ''Display'' and a display dialog box displays.
Close Caption Mode
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Window''.
3. Press / to move to ''Close Caption Mode''.
4. Press / to select close caption mode; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
NOTE: You can also use the CAPTION button on the remote control to select close caption
mode.
Close Caption
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Window''.
3. Press / to move to ''Close Caption''.
4. Press / to control close caption; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
NOTE: In DVD, PC and COMPONENT Status, there are only “Image size” and “H position”
options.
Image Size
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Window''.
3. Press / to move to ''Image Size''.
4. Press / to select an image size between:Fill All and Force 4:3; press OK to return; press
TV MENU to exit.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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H-Position
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Window''.
3. Press / to move to ''H-Position''.
4. Press / to adjust the horizontal position of displayed image; press OK to return; press
TV MENU to exit.
WINDOW ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED)
Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
Press / to select ''Window'' and press to enter into below items.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
Press / to select ''Options'' and press to enter into below items.
OPTIONS ADJUSTMENT
Menu Background
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Options''.
3. Press / to move to ''Menu Background''.
4. Press / to select the menu background between:Translucent and Opaque; press OK to
return; press TV MENU to exit.
osd timeout
sleep time
time remaining
nvram
never
0 minutes
- 123 minutes -
OSD Timeout
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Options''.
3. Press / to move to ''OSD Timeout''.
4. Press / to set “OSD Timeout”; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
Sleep Time
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Options''.
3. Press / to move to ''Sleep Time''.
4. Press / to set “Sleep Time”; press OK to return; press TV MENU to exit.
MENU ADJUSTMENT
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OPTIONS ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED)
Reset Nvram
1. Press TV MENU to bring up the TV menu screen.
2. Press / to select ''Options''.
3. Press / to move to ''Reset Nvram''.
4. Press to reset all settings to factory setting.
NOTE: In PC status,there is "Back Light" option under "Menu Background".The operation is all
the same as "Menu Background".
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Please check the following items before asking for repair service.
Symptom
Neither picture nor
sound.
Picture is OK, but no
sound.
Sound is OK, but no
color.
The picture is
overlapped image.
Picture has ''snow
noise ''.
Stripes on picture.
Bad stereo or SAP
sound.
Remote control does
not work.
''Out Of Range''
appears on the
screen.
''No Signal'' appears
on the screen.
Image is not clear.
Image is not
centered.
Check Items
- Check the contact of sockets is all right.
- Check the TV main power is on.
- Check the volume control is set to minimum or mute.
- Check the color control and adjust it properly.
- Check the programme is in color or in black & white.
-Check the antenna is installed correctly and if not, adjust the antenna
toward the broadcasting station.
-Check the ''FINE TUNE ''is set up correctly and if not, adjust the fine
tuning properly.
- Check the antenna or its connection is correct and if not, correct the
antenna fault or connection cable fault.
- Check if car traffic or neon sign disturbs the sound effect.
- Check the susceptible interference by other electronic devices such
as radio and television and keep magnetic or electronic devices away
from the TV.
- Long distance from the station or other radio waves can generate bad
sound. Reception. If so, change the mode to Mono.
- Check if the batteries in the Remote control die.
- Check if any object between IR sensor of the TV and the Remote
control does not obstruct.
- Check the resolution and frequency of your PC. Then, adjust them to
optimum condition for LCD TV: 1024X768 and 60Hz.
- Refer to the table of PC mode input format indicated on page 22. (Not
being registered resolution and frequency on the table won't be displayed.)
-Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to PC and TV.
-Adjust the PHASE control. (Refer to the PICTURE ADJUSTMENT.)
- Adjust the H-POSITION, and IMAGE SIZE Control. (Refer to
the WINDOW ADJUSTMENT.)
SPECIFICATIONS
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PANEL
RESOLUTION
ACTIVE AREA (mm)
VIEWING ANGLE (°,U/D/L/R)
CONTRAST RATIO
BRIGHTNESS (cd/m2)
WITH STAND (mm)
WITHOUT STAND (mm)
TV STANDARD
TUNING SYSTEM
FREQUENCY RANGE
STEREO
CATV
AV IN
COMPONENT
MONITOR OUT
HEADPHONE
PC IN
ANTENNA IN
LCD
DIMENSION
WEIGHT (WITHOUT ACCESSORIES)
TV-FUNCTION
TERMINALS
INPUT POWER
SOUND OUTPUT
POWER CONSUMPTION
17'' WIDE TFT LCD
1280 X RGB X 768 (WXGA)
370 X 222
45/45/60/60
400:1
450
500 X 352 X 220
500 X 292 X 83
13.7lbs (6.6kg)
NTSC
ELECTRIC TUNING SYSTEM
VHF/UHF
MTS + SAP
125 CHANNELS
DC12V, AC100-240V~, 50/60Hz
4W + 4W
45W
VIDEO, S-VIDEO, AUDIO L&R
Y, Pb (Cb), Pr (Cr)
VIDEO OUT
3.5mm STEREO MINI-JACK
D-SUB 15PIN RGB IN
F-TYPE
DVD
1. Press POWER to turn on the unit.
2. Press the TV/DVD/AUX/PC button on the
remote control to bring up the AV signal
source selection screen and use the /
buttons to select "DVD", press the OK
button to confirm.
3. Insert a disc into the disc slot, with the
label side facing to yourself.
4. The unit begins to read the disc.
5. Press (PLAY) to play the disc.
AFTER STEP 4 IS FINISHED:
●
If playing a DVD, the TV screen shows DVD menu or
title menu.
●
If playing a CD, press (PLAY), and the unit plays
the disc according to the track numbers.
5. Stop playback.
Press ■ .
Play Discs
CD
、
6. Press the button on the remote control to remove the
disc and turn off the unit.
●
You have to push "■" button twice to stop playback
of a DVD disc.
Pause
Press
●
To pause playback of a DVD while it is playing,
press .The unit enters step play status. Each
time you press , the picture advances one frame.
●
Press to make playback pause.
Press (PLAY)to resume playback.
OSD
The On-Screen Display (OSD) contains many playback
features.To see the Display, press the OSD button on
the remote while a disc is playing. The Display appears
across the top of the screen.Each feature is illustrated with
an icon. Use the or buttons on the remote to move
through the different icons in the Display.
When an icon is highlighted, use the or butons on the
remote to scroll through the choices displayed in the text
box under the icons.
DVD
CD
、
DVD
CD
、
DVD
CD
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
TV MENU
OK
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MO DE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
PAUSE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
OSD
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BASIC OPERATIONS (FOR DVD PLAYER)
Remember, you can only access the Display when you're
playing a disc. Also, the Display features are only
available if the disc was created with that particular
feature (i.e., if you select the Subtitle icon, you won't be
able to change the subtitle language unless the author of
the disc created the disc with subtitles).
The invalid symbol " " appears on the screen when you
press a button that doesn't have any function. If one of
the icons is "grayed out ",that Display feature isn't
available for the disc you're playing. To make the Display
disappear from the screen, press OSD on the remote.
DVD discs have the following playback features:Title,
Chapter, Audio, Subtitle, Angle and Repeat.
■ Select a Title
Some discs contain more than one title. For example,
there might be four movies on one disc (each movie might
be considered a title).
Each title is divided into chapters. To select a title:
1. While the disc is playing, press OSD on the remote
to bring up the Display.
2. If the Title icon on the Display isn't highlighted, use the
or buttons to highlight it.
3. Press the or buttons to go to the previous or next
title.
Note: Some discs only have one title.
■ Select a Chapter
Because DVD discs use digital technology, a title can be
divided into individual chapters (similar to tracks on a CD).
You can skip to a specific chapter by using the Chapter
feature in the Display.
1. While the disc is playing, press OSD on the remote
to bring up the Display.
DVD
2. Press the or buttons to highlight the Chapter icon.
3. Press the or buttons to go to the previous or next
chapter.
Notes: The chapter feature won't work if the disc isn't
formatted with separate chapters.
You can also advance to the next chapter by pressing
on the remote and go to the preceding chapter by
pressing on the remote.
■ Changing the Audio Language
If the disc was created with different language tracks
(recorded in different languages), you can use the Display
to temporarily change the DVD player's Audio Language
setting.
1. While the disc is playing, press OSD on the remote
to bring up the Display.
2. Press the or buttons to highlight the Audio icon.
The current audio language appears in the text box
below the row of icons.
3. Press the or buttons to scroll through the audio
languages that are available on the disc until the audio
language you want to use appears in the text box.
Audio will be played in that language.
4. To make the Display disappear, press the OSD button
on the remote.
Note: The language feature only works if the disc was
created with multiple audio tracks. When you choose an
audio language from the Display, you only override the
audio language setting in the DVD player's main menu
temporarily.
The audio language can also the changed through the
DVD player menu.
■ Selecting the Subtitle Language
If the disc was created with subtitles, you can use the
Display to change the Subtitle language.
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BASIC OPERATIONS (FOR DVD PLAYER)
1. When the disc is playing, press OSD on the remote
to bring up the Display.
2. Press the or buttons to highlight the Subtitle icon.
3. Press the or buttons to scroll through the subtitle
languages that are available on the disc until the
subtitle language you want to use appears in the text
box. The subtitles will be shown in that language.
4. To make the Display disappear, press the OSD button
on the remote.
Notes: Changing the subtitle language with the Display
will only affect the disc currently being played. When the
disc is removed or the player is turned off, the subtitle
language will revert to the language setting specified
through the DVD player main menu.
The subtitle language can also be changed through the
DVD player menu.
■ Changing the Camera Angle
Some discs contain multiple angles of a particular scene
or sequence. If the disc only has one angle, this feature
won't work. When multiple angles are available, to
change the camera angle:
1. When a disc is playing, press OSD on the remote to
bring up the Display.
2. The Angle icon will display the number of angles
available. For example, if there are 3 different angles,
the icon will read 1 of 3, This means angle 1 is
currently being played.
3. Press the or buttons to scroll through the angle
choices. The angle number displayed in the text
window is automatically shown.
4. To make the Display disappear, press the OSD button
on the remote.
■ Using the Repeat Feature
The default mode for the Repeat feature is off. There are
three Repeat options:
●
All - repeats the disc that is playing
●
Title - repeats the title that is playing
●
Chapter - repeats the chapter that is playing
To Use Repeat:
1. While a disc is playing, press OSD on the remote to
bring up the Display.
2. Highlight the Repeat icon.
3. Press the or buttons to scroll through the Repeat
options until the Repeat option you want is displayed in
the text box.
4. The selected repeat option will loop repeatedly until
you turn Repeat off.
How to Cancel Repeat:
There are three ways to cancel Repeat:
●
Press STOP twice.
●
Go to Repeat icon in the Display and select Off.
●
Eject the disc.
WHEN PLAYING CD
CD discs have the following playback features: Track,
L/R, and Repeat.
■ Select a Specific Track
1. While the disc is playing, press OSD on the remote
to bring up the Display.
2. Highlight the Track icon.
3. Press the or buttons to scroll through the track
numbers.
■ Changing the Audio Channel Output
If you are playing a Stereo CD, you can change the
channel output from the player.
1. Press OSD on the remote to bring up the Display.
2. Highlight the L/R icon on the Display.
3. The audio channel choices appear in the text box.
Press the or buttons to scroll through the choices:
LEFT MONO, RIGHT MONO, MIXED MONO or
STEREO. Whatever choice is displayed becomes the
active choice.
■ Using the Repeat Feature
The default mode for the Repeat feature is off. There are
two Repeat options for CDs:
●
All - repeats the disc that is playing
●
Track - repeats the track that is playing
CD
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BASIC OPERATIONS (FOR DVD PLAYER)
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
To Use Repeat:
1. While a disc is playing, press OSD on the remote
to bring up the Display.
2. Highlight the Repeat icon.
3. Press the or buttons to scroll through the
Repeat options until the Repeat option you want is
displayed in the text box.
4. The selected repeat option will loop repeatedly until
you turn Repeat off.
Volume Control
●
Press VOLUME on the TV or amplifier to adjust the
volume.
●
Press VOLUME on the remote control.
1. Press + to raise the volume.
2. Press - to lower the volume.
VOLUME+,-
DVD
CD
、
DVD Menu Play
Some DVDs have title menus and chapter menus.
Press (PLAY), the screen shows the menu.
Press or to skip to the next or previous page.
Select with number buttons or direction buttons.
Example: select track 13.
1. Press to enter the next menu.
2. Press number buttons to select directly.
You can also select as follows:
1. Press to select track 13.
2. Press (PLAY) to start playing track 13.
Press DVD TITLE once to return to the title menu.
Press DVD MENU once to return to the root menu.
12.
13.
14.
15.
12.
13.
14.
15.
1.
2.
Root
Menu
11.
Root
Menu
Root
Menu
DVD
+10
3
+
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
RC-173DT
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
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BASIC OPERATIONS (FOR DVD PLAYER)
Audio Mode
●
You may select a language from a multi-language DVD.
●
You may select the right channel, left channel, or stereo
options from a multi-channel CD.
●
To select a language, press AUDIO .
The screen will show the following in order:
Different discs may differ in languages available.
●
To select audio channel option, press A.MODE ,
the screen shows the following in order:
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
TV MENU
OK
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
Load a disc. Press number buttons to select tracks after
the unit finishes reading the disc.
1. If the track number isn't over 10, just
push buttons 1-10.
Example: push 8 to select track 8.
The screen shows:
2. If the track number is over 10, press + 10 once and a
button between 1-10.
Example: if you select track 12, press +10 once and
button 2 .
The screen shows:
Select with Number
Buttons
CD
TRACK08/20 00:00
TRACK12/20 00:00
AUDIO 1/2:AC-3 5.1CH
AUDIO 2/2:AC-3 5.1CH
DVD
CD
、
DVD
MONO LEFT
MONO RIGHT
MIXED MONO
STEREO
8
AUDIO
A.MODE
A.MODE
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BASIC OPERATIONS
PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
+10
2
+
A.MODE
A.MODE
A.MODE
You may select one mode.
Notes:
●
Different discs differ in languages available.
Mute
When playing a disc, this function removes the sound.
1. TO REMOVE SOUND
Press MUTE , the screen shows " ".
2. TO RESUME SOUND
Press MUTE again, to resume sound.
To select audio channel option when for CD playback,
press A.MODE . The screen will show the following in
order:
MONO LEFT
MONO RIGHT
MIXED MONO
STEREO
DVD
CD
、
CD
1. While disc is playing, press to play in fast-forward
mode. Each time you press the button, the screen shows
the following in order:
2. While disc is playing, press to play in fast-reverse
mode. Each time you press the button, the screen shows
the following in order:
3. Press (PLAY) to switch to normal play while in fast-
forward or fast-reverse playing mode.
Fast Play
When playing a disc, you can play it in fast-forward or
fast-reverse mode to find what you want to view.
DVD
CD
、
DVD OR CD
① 2X
② 4X
③ 8X
④ 16X
⑤ 32X
⑥
① 2X
② 4X
③ 8X
④ 16X
⑤ 32X
⑥
MUTE
FR
FF
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PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
A.MODE
A.MODE
A.MODE
A.MODE
Slow Play
Enjoy slow motion by the following the steps below.
1. Press SLOW to play in slow motion.
The screen shows the following in order:
DVD
2. Press (PLAY) to resume play at normal speed.
DVD
1/4 1/8
1/41/81/16
1/2 1/16
1/2
Repeat Play
This function can be used to repeatedly play a title,
chapter, track, or a whole disc.
DVD
CD
、
Playing A Disc Repeatedly
You can repeat a title or chapter.
1. To repeat a chapter:
Press REPEAT , the screen will show:
2. To repeat a title:
Press REPEAT twice, the screen will show:
3. To repeat all:
Press REPEAT third time, the screen shows
" ALL".
4. To remove "REPEAT" function:
Press REPEAT until " ALL" disappears.
● You may repeat a track or an entire disc according to
the following steps.
1. To repeat a track:
Press REPEAT , the screen shows" TRACK".
The unit plays the current track.
TITLE
CHAPTER
DVD
CD
SLOW
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MO DE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
SLOW
REPEAT
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
TV MENU
OK
LAST
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
REPEAT
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PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
REPEAT
2. To repeat a disc:
Press REPEAT , the screen shows " ALL".
The unit plays all the tracks on the disc.
3. To remove "REPEAT" function:
Press REPEAT till " ALL" disappears.
ALL
TRACK
Select Subtitles
This operation works only with discs with multiple subtitle
languages recorded.
DVD
1. Press SUBTITLE repeatedly until the desired
language is selected.
The screen shows:
2. Remove the subtitle.
Press SUBTITLE until the screen shows "TURN
OFF SUBTITLE".
Notes:
●
For some discs, subtitles cannot be removed.
●
Different discs differ in the language of subtitles.
●
If the subtitles of discs cannot be selected, the
screen shows " " when you press SUBTITLE .
SUBTITLE01/03:ENGLISH
DVD
SUBTITLE
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
TV MENU
OK
LAST
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
SUBTITLE
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PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
REPEAT
REPEAT
Zoom Play
This function can be used to watch a motion or
motionless picture.
1. Press ZOOM during playback,
the screen shows:
The picture is enlarged twice the size.
2. Press ZOOM again, the screen shows:
The picture is enlarged three times the size.
Note: The unit has six zoom levels:
3. Press , , , to move the enlarged picture.
4. To resume the picture, press ZOOM until the
picture is in normal size.
2X
DVD
3X
2X,
1/4 .
3X, 4X, 1/2 , 1/3 , and
ZOOM
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
Angles Select
Some discs have images with different viewing angles,
you may select among them. For example, when you
watch a running train, you may watch it from the front, the
left window or the right window without stopping it.
Example:
A DVD has four viewing angles at your option.
1. Press ANGLE to select ANGLE1.
2. Press ANGLE to select other angles, the
screen shows respectively:
3. To resume normal playback, press ANGLE to select
original angle.
2/4 (select ANGLE2)
3/4 (select ANGLE3)
4/4 (select ANGLE4)
1/4
DVD
ANGLE
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
TV MENU
OK
LAST
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
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PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
Program Play
To use the program playback feature, you must enter
the order in which you want the titles (and chapters) on
the DVD or the tracks on the CD to play by creating a
program.
1. Press P.MODE unt
il the screen shows:
2. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the title
(and chapter) you want to play first. The title (and
chapter) number you entered appears in the box. For
example: Enter Chapter 1 in Title 8, the screen shows:
3. The cursor jumps to the next spot in the program list
section. Make sure the box is highlighted and enter
your next track.
4.Continue adding title (and chapter) until your program
is complete. You can play your program by highlighting
START and press PLAY .
Note: If you want to program more than 10 titles (and
chapters), highlight NEXT and press PLAY to
go to the next page. Proceed to program 11-20 in
the same way titles 1-10 were programmed.
5. To remove program playback, press the
STOP button
twice during the program play.
DVD CD
PROGRAM: TT(20)/CH (--)
01 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 06 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
02 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 07 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
03 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 08 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
04 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 09 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
05 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 10 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
EXIT NEXT
PROGRAM: TT(20)/CH (--)
01 TT:0 8 CH:0 1 06 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
02 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 07 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
03 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 08 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
04 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 09 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
05 TT:_ _ CH:_ _ 10 TT:_ _ CH:_ _
EXIT START NEXT
DVD
P.MODE
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
OK
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
1. Press P.MODE
until t
he screen shows:
2. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the
track number you want to play first. The track number
entered appears in the box. The example: To program
track 8 of a CD to play first, enter 8, and the screen
shows:
3. The cursor jumps to the next spot in the program list
section. Make sure the box is highlighted and enter
your next track.
4. Continue adding tracks until your program is
complete. You can play your program by highlighting
START and press PLAY .
Note: If you want to program more than 10 tracks,
highlight NEXT and press PLAY to go to next
page. Program 11-20 in the same way 1-10 were
programmed.
5. To remove program playback, press the STOP button
during the program play.
PROGRAM: TRACK (01-20)
01 _ _ 06 _ _
02 _ _ 07 _ _
03 _ _ 08 _ _
04 _ _ 09 _ _
05 _ _ 10 _ _
EXIT NEXT
PROGRAM: TRACK (01-20)
01 08 06 _ _
02 _ _ 07 _ _
03 _ _ 08 _ _
04 _ _ 09 _ _
05 _ _ 10 _ _
EXIT START NEXT
CD
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PLAY DISCS IN VARIOUS WAYS
1. Press P.MODE to select shuffle or random play
mode when a disc is playing.
The screen shows:
2. Shuffle or random play will begin.
3. Remove shuffle or random play.
●
When playing a DVD disc, press ■ twice.
●
When playing a CD disc, press ■ twice.
Shuffle (Random) Play
The unit can play DVD chapters or audio tracks in
random order.
The order is different each time.
DVD CD
SHUFFLE RANDOMOR
P.MODE
DVD MENUDVD TITLE
TV MENU
OK
LAST
RC-173DT
REPEAT
P. MODE
A. MODE SUBTITLE
AUDIO ANGLE
REMAIN
SETUP
ZOOM SLOW RETURN
PLAY PAUSE STOP
SKIP
SEARCH
WIDE
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
SETUP
SETUP
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MENU SETTING
According to the recorded information and external
equipment, set the following functions for the player to
obtain the best playing status.
1.Press SETUP to set options in the main menu.
2. Press direction buttons ( or ) to select and press
(PLAY) to confirm.
Example: Select "Audio Setup" and do some setup.
●
Press direction button to highlight "Audio Setup",
press (PLAY) to enter "Audio Setup Page".
The main menu appears on the screen, with icons across
the top of the screen, illustrating General Setup, Audio
Setup, Video Setup,Preference, Password Setup, and
Exit Setup.
The screen shows:
--Setup Menu--Main page --
General Setup
Audio Setup
Video Setup
Preferences
Password Setup
Exit Setup
Go To General Setup Page
●
Press direction buttons , to select "Left Mono".
The screen shows:
The screen shows:
●
Press direction buttons ( or ) to highlight "Dolby
Digital Setup", and press (PLAY) to enter "Dolby
Digital Setup" Page. The screen shows the submenu
for your selection.
The screen shows:
-- Audio Setup Page --
Speaker Setup
Dolby Digital Setup
Channel Equalizer
3D Processing
Main Page
Go To Speaker Setup Page
--Dolby Digital Setup--
Dual Mono STR Stereo
Left Mono
Right Mono
Mixed Mono
D.R.C
Audio Setup
--Dolby Digital Setup--
Dual Mono STR Stereo
Left Mono
Right Mono
Mixed Mono
D.R.C
Audio Setup
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MENU SETTING
3. Exit setup menu.
●
Press the direction button to exit from "Dual
Mono".
●
Press the direction button to exit from "Dolby
Digital Setup".
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Press the direction button to highlight "Main Page"
and press (PLAY). The screen shows:
●
Press the direction button to highlight "Exit Setup"
and press (PLAY) to exit setup menu completely.
NOTE:You can also keep pressing the direction button
until the cursor is moved to the last icon illustrating
Exit, then press the (PLAY) button to exit setup
menu completely.
Setup Page -- Main Page
General Setup
Audio Setup
Video Setup
Preferences
Password Setup
Exit Setup
Go To Audio setup Page
--Dolby Digital Setup--
Dual Mono L Stereo
Left Mono
Right Mono
Mixed Mono
D.R.C
Audio Setup
●
Press (PLAY) to confirm your selection. Set "Dual
Mono" in "Dolby Digital Setup" to "Left Mono".
The sereen shows:
General Setup
The setting structure is :
-- General Setup Page --
TV Display Wide Normal/PS
Normal/LB
Wide
Captions On On
Off
Screen Save On On
Off
Last Memory On On
Off
Main Page
■ TV DISPLAY
1. NORMAL/PS
This is selected when the unit is connected
to a normal TV.
Wide-screen images are shown on the screen, but
with some parts cut automatically.
2. NORMAL/LB
This is selected when the unit is connected
to a normal TV. Wide-screen images are
shown on the screen with black bars on the
top and bottom of the screen.
3. WIDE
This is selected when the unit is connected to a
wide-screen TV.
NOTE: You can use the WIDE button on the remote
control to set TV display mode.
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MENU SETTING
■ CAPTIONS
●
ON
Subtitles are shown.
●
OFF
Subtitles are hidden.
■ SCREEN SAVER
The screen saver image appears when the unit stops or
the image is frozen for a few minutes. The screen saver
prevents damage to the TV screen.
●
ON: Start the screen saver.
●
OFF: Remove the screen saver.
■ LAST MEMORY
The unit can memory the point of a disc where the
power is off and play from the point when you turn on
the unit again.
●
ON: This function is on and works.
●
OFF: This function is off and does not work.
Audio Setup
The setting structure is:
- - Audio Setup Page - -
Speaker Setup
Dolby Digital Setup
Channel Equalizer
3D Processing
Main Page
■ SPEAKER SETUP
The setting structure is:
●
Lt/Rt
A disc recorded multi channel soundtrack, the output
signal will be incorported to left and right channel.
●
STEREO
A disc recorded multi channel soundtrack, the output
signal will be incorported to stereo.
●
DUAL MONO
This is the output mode of the L and R signals of the
set audio output. If it is set to "MIXED MONO", the
function only works when the DVD being played is 5.1channel.
●
D.R.C
This is selected to adjust linear compression rate to
obtain the different compression results of the signals.
■ DOLBY DIGITAL SETUP
The setting structure is:
FULL
3/4
2/4
1/4
OFF
- - Speaker Setup Page - -
Downmix STR Lt/Rt
Stereo
Audio Setup
- - Dolby Digital Setup - -
Dual Mono STR Stereo
Left Mono
Right Mono
Mixed Mono
D.R.C
Audio Setup
■ EQUALIZER
This will help you to select graphic equalizer patterns
according to the genre of the music being played,and
adjust the equalizer.
The setting structure is:
You can select music category by pressing the direction
buttons and confirm by pressing the PLAY button.
●
EQ TYPE
- - Channel Equalizer - -
EQ Type None None
Rock
Pop
Live
Dance
Techno
Classic
Soft
Audio Setup
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MENU SETTING
■ 3D PROCESSING
The setting structure is:
- - 3D Processing Page - -
V SURR Off On
Off
Reverb Mode Off Off
Concert
Living Room
Hall
Bathroom
Cave
Arena
Church
Audio Setup
●
V SURR
Use to turn the above function off.
●
REVERB MODE
Use to select a Reverb Mode which you want.
Video Setup
The setting structure is:
■ SHARPNESS
Use to select the sharpness level.
●
HIGH
The sharpness level is highest.
- - Video Setup Page - -
Sharpness High High
Medium
Low
Brightness 00
Contrast 00
Main Page
●
MEDIUM
The sharpness level is medium.
●
LOW
The sharpness level is lowest.
■ BRIGHTNESS
Yo u can use the or button to adjust the brightness.
■ CONTRAST
You can use the or button to adjust the contrast.
The setting structure is :
■
PASSWORD MODE
●
ON: The password function is on and "PARENTAL"
is dim and cannot be selected.
●
OFF: The password is locked, "PARENTAL" can
be selected.
■
PASSWORD CHANGE
Select this to adapt the code, the screen shows:
Password Setup
Enter a password according to the screen.
Note: The password is automatically factory set to
99999.
- - Password Setup Page - -
PW Mode Off On
Off
Password Change
Main Page
Old Password
New Password
Confirm PWD
OK
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MENU SETTING MP3 OPERATIONS
■
SELECT TRACKS WITH
NUMBER BUTTONS
1. Insert a disc, the unit will search disc information.
The TV screen displays main menu.
2.Press direction key to select song
folder.
Press (PLAY) to confirm
selection. Example:
Select MP3-02, the TV screen displays.
3. Press direction buttons to select a song. Press
(PLAY) button to start playback.
4. Press or button to select other tracks in stop
mode.
5. In stop mode, select the folder icon (UP DIR 1) on
the left side, then press (PLAY) button to return to
the main menu.
6. Press or to play previous or next songs.
■
OTHER FUNCTIONS
During playback of MP3 discs, the unit features mute,
volume control, and repeat play. Operations are the
same as CD.
00:00 00:00
001/016 FOLDER
..
wave-11
wave-12
wave-13
wave-14
wave-15
00:00 00:00
001/012 FOLDER
CD01
CD02
CD03
CD04
CD05
CD06
\CD02\
\
The setting structure is :
Preferences
- - Preference Page - -
Audio ENG English
French
Spanish
Chinese
Japanese
Subtitle ENG English
French
Spanish
Chinese
Japanese
Off
Disc Menu ENG English
French
Spanish
Chinese
Japanese
Parental 08 1 G
2
3 PG
4 PG 13
5 PGR
6 R
7 NC17
8 ADULT
Default Reset
Main Page
■ LANGUAGE SELECTION
If a language mentioned above is recorded on the disc,
you can select sound, subtitles or disc menu languages. If
not, the language recorded on the disc is shown.
■ PARENTAL LOCK
When playing a disc with parental lock function, you may
select an age control grade according to the rating your
desire.
Example: If "PG" is selected, you cannot play DVD video
discs rated higher than the PG grade.
■ DEFAULT >> RESET
Each function setting returns to the initial status in the
factory if you select this option.
Note:
●
"PREFERENCES" can only be selected when password
is OFF when the unit is in stop mode.
Zoom
We provide both ZOOM in/out and Zoom pan function for the pictures. The "ZOOM" key is used to turn on or off this
function. When this mode is on, any picture will be displayed at the last ratio selected by the user. A message on the
screen will indicate the current Zoom ratio.
If zoom mode is on, "FF" and "FR" keys are used to control the ratio of zoom in/out. With ZOOM mode off, a picture
is scaled to fit the TV screen.
Notes: During ZOOM function, slideshow transition and image rotation are disabled. TO cancel the ZOOM function,
press the ZOOM key again and resume the slideshow.
Digest
The "MENU" or "STOP" key is used to display thumbnail size pictures. After it is enabled, up to 12 scaled-down
thumbnail pictures will be displayed on the screen. The "NEXT" and "PREV" keys can be used to display the next/prev
nine pictures in the the Kodak Picture CD.
You can select any of the nine displayed thumbnails by using the Arrow Keys and pressing the "PLAY" key. The
thumbnail will be enlarged to fit the TV screen and the slide show will statr. If you desire to display an image
indefinitely, press the PAUSE key. To view the Next or Previous picture press NEXT or PREVIOUS keys. To resume
the slideshow press the PLAY key.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Quality of pictures displayed on the screen is highly dependent on the viewing device.
A Kodak Picture CD has the size and shape of a regular CD. You can order a KODAK Picture CD simply by
checking the box on the photofinishing envelope when you drop off a roll of film (35 mm or Advanced Photo
System (APS) color print film) at the time of processing in photo processing outlet displaying "Kodak Picture
CD"sign. When your order is returned, you receive your prints, negatives, and your full roll of pictures safely
stored on your KODAK Picture CD. Each KODAK Picture CD brings you the tools to enhance, share and
manage your pictures on your computer.
Now, you can playback Kodak Picture CDs on XXX DVD players and view your pictures on your TV in the
comfort of your living room.
Playing back your Kodak Picture CD
The new feature enables the decoding of JPEG files from a Kodak Picture CD disk.
Playback modes
Normal
When a Kodak Picture CD is inserted on a player an automatic slide show is launched. Each picture in the Kodak
Picture CD will be displayed consecutively in a slide-show fashion and will be scaled to fit in the TV screen. Twelve
slideshow transition modes are provided, use "PLAY MODE" key to select.Select transition mode prior to start of
slideshow if one mode is desired for the entire show.
Customer can set transition effects for each picture in a slideshow by using the "PLAY MODE" functions while
viewing a slideshow.The last transition mode selected will be used in any future slideshows.
To display an image indefinitely, press the PAUSE key. To view the Next or Previous picture press NEXT or
PREVIOUS keys. To resume the slideshow press the PLAY key.
Image Rotation
There are four modes to rotate a picture:"Invert", "Mirror", "Left", and "Right". These operations are allowed only
when a picture is being displayed normally and will be cancelled automatically when a new picture is displayed.The
arrow key is used to select the diferent rotation modes:
Up
Down
Left
Right
-Invert/Normal
-Mirror/Normal
-Turn left
-Turn right
Mode 0: no special transition effect (by default)
Mode 1: wipe from top to bottom
Mode 2: wipe from bottom to top
Mode 3: wipe from left to right
Mode 4: wipe from right to left
Mode 5: wipe from left top to right bottom
Mode 6: wipe from right top to left bottom
Mode 7: wipe from left bottom to right top
Mode 8: wipe from right bottom to left top
Mode 9: wipe from center to top/bottom
Mode 10: wipe from center to left/right
Mode 11: wipe from top/bottom to center
Mode 12: wipe from left/right to center
Mode 13: horizontal blinds
Mode 14: vertical blind
Mode 15: wipe from edge to center
Mode 16: random
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KODAK PICTURE CD PLAYBACK
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USB AND DIGITAL CARD PLAY OPERATION
USB and DIGITAL CARD (MMC/SD /Memory Stick card ) can memory MP3 songs and digital
pictures .
How to select USB/ DIGITAL CARD to play
1. Turn on the power of this unit .
2. Insert USB to the " USB" Socket on the side of this unit ; insert MMC/SD/Memory Stick card to
the DIGITAL CARD Socket .
How to play USB /DIGITAL CARD
1. In DVD mode , press "DVD/CARD/USB" or "AUTO/USB/CARD" button on the remote control
to switch. Example :
"U1" indicates USB.
2. Press "DVD/CARD/USB" button or "AUTO/USB/CARD" button on the remote control to switch.
1) If insert " Memory Stick " card to the DIGITAL CARD socket , the screen displays " U3"
when the unit was switched to DIGITAL CARD play .
2) If insert " MMC " card or "SD" card , the screen displays " U4" when the unit was switched
to DIGITAL CARD play .
3. When playing MP3 songs and digital pictures in USB and Digitial Card, the unit features mute,
repeat, and zoom play. Operations are the same as MP3 and Kodak Picture CD operation.
4. If you are playing USB/MMC/Memory Stick/SD card , this unit will be switched to DVD reading
mode automatically when pulling the media being played .
NOTE: According to the content of the USB and DIGITAL CARD , the display picture will be
different .
3. Press TV/DVD/AUX/PC to select " DVD " mode .
4. Press "DVD/CARD/USB" button on the side of the unit or " AUTO/USB/CARD" button on the
remote control to switch : DVD /USB/CARD.
USB
DIGITAL CARD
USB
SD/
MMC
MEMORY
STICK
EJECT
DVD/CARD/USB
PLAY
STOP
MUTE
OSD
TV MENU
OK
POWER
LAST
OPEN
CAPTION
5678
1234
9
10/0
+10
AUTO/USB/CARD
VOL
CH
TV/DVD
/AUX/PC
MPX
DVD/
CARD/USB
USB/CARD
00:00 00:00
001/012
FOLDER
MP3
JPG
\
D U1
USB
SD/
MMC
MEMORY
STICK
DVD/CARD/USB
STOP
PLAY
EJECT
No sound
●
Check if the unit is connected securely.
●
Make sure the TV or amplifier is working properly.
●
Make sure the amplifier is set to receive DVD signal
output.
No image
●
Check if the unit is connected securely.
●
Make sure the TV is working properly.
●
Make sure the color system is set correctly.
Bad sound quality
●
Make sure the audio output mode is set correctly.
●
Make sure the audio connection between the unit and
amplifier is in place.
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.
Disc cannot be played
●
There is no disc in the unit.
●
Put the disc on the disc tray properly with the label
side up.
●
Clean the disc.
●
Moisture has condensed in the unit. Remove the
disc and leave the unit on for about an hour.
The unit doesn't operate normally
●
Disconnect the power plug and insert it into the wall
outlet again.
Remote control does not work
●
Remove barriers between the remote control and the
unit.
●
Point the remote control at the remote control sensor
of the unit.
●
Replace the batteries with new ones.
If you experience the following problems while using the unit, this troubleshooting guide can help you.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Laser
Video system
Frequency response
Signal/noise ratio
output level: 2V
Load impedance: 10K Ω
output level: 1Vp-p±20%
Load impedance: 75 Ω, imbalance, negative polarity
DC12V, AC100~240V , 50/60Hz
≤20W
This manual is only for your reference, any change to the design and specifications will not be advised.
Wavelength 650nm
NTSC
20Hz ~ 20KHz±2.5dB
≥
80dB
≤
- 60dB (1KHz)
≥
80dB ( 1KHz)
≥
80dB ( 1KHz)
Audio distortion + noise
Channel separation
Dynamic range
Output
Audio out
(analog audio)
Video out
Power Consumption
Power supply
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
+0.2V
-0.5V
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LCD VIEWING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
Horizontal Adjustment
Vertical Adjustment
5
5
10
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