JVC HR-XVC38BU Instruction Manual

DVD PLAYER &
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-XVC38BU
HR-XVC39SU

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and
Serial No. which are located on the
rear of cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

EN

LPT1129-001B

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK

OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within
an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral trian
gle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servic
ing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to pro
tect it from over heating.
The openings should be never be blocked by placing the
product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer’s instruction have been adhered to.

CAUTION:

This product employs a Laser System.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference.
Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized
service center.

Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open
the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water
(dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION:

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN
AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED

PERSONNEL.

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CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

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 reason
able protection against harmful interference when the prod­uct is operated in a residential installation. This product gen­erates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio commu
nications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the product and
receiver.

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Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is con

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nected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a
dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appli­ance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check
the specification page of this owner’s manual to be certain.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose
or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power
cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are danger
ous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock
or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and
if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug
it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord
replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized
service personnel.

Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse,
such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or
walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets,
and the point where the cord exits the appliance.

To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord
plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is
easily accessible.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire
hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation,
use, and servicing.

This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

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PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND

THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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Read these instructions. - All these safety and operat

ing instructions should be read before the product is
operated.

Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and
use instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instruc
tions should be followed.

Do not use this product near water. – For example:
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other
areas located near water.

Clean only with dry cloth. – Unplug this product from
the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid clean
ers.

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Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta
cles, and the point where they exit from the product.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

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manufacturer.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table

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specified by the manufacturer, or sold with appara­tus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving
the cart/product combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.

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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

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accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ven­tilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from over- heating. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug or other similar surface. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manu
facturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

Do not install near any heat sources such as

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radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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o not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

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

type plug

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blades

Unplug this product during lightning storms or when

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unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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Servicing is required when the product has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the product, the product has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor
mally, or has been dropped.

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9

Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Symbol Used in this Manual
About the
Notes on Discs
About the Remote Control

Types of Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Regional Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting the Viewing Source . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote Control
Rear Panel

Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18

Connecting an Antenna or Cable TV . . . . . . 10

Basic TV Connections

Optional TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Resolution Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HDMI Connection (DVD deck only)

Connection to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Initial Settings - VCR

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

• Auto Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

• Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

PROGRAM

TUNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

• Auto Channel Programming . . . . . . . . . . 15

• To Add or Erase Channels . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

• FUNCTION OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

• AUDIO MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

• BROADCAST TYPE

(STEREO/SAP/MONO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

• AUDIO OUTPUT

(STEREO/LEFT/RIGHT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Displaying Disc Information on-screen - DVD

Initial Settings - DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

AUDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

OTHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Remote Control Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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Operations - VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-25

VCR Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20

Basic Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Auto Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Manual Tracking

Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . . 19

Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

CM SKIP (Commercial Skip)

VHS Hi-Fi Stereo/MTS Broadcast . . . . . . . . . 20

Hi-Fi Stereo Audio Sound

MTS (Multi-Channel TV Sound) . . . . . . . . . . . 20

VCR Tape Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-24

Basic Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Timer Recording

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Recording from External Components . . . . . 23

Copying from DVD to VCR

On-Screen Display - VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Additional VCR Information

VCR Auto Play System

S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Easy Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Operations - DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-31

Playback Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

General Features

Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Playing an Audio CD or MP3 File
Programmed Playback
Viewing a JPEG File

Playing a DVD VR Format Disc . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance and Service

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Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-35

Language Codes List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Area Codes List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-34

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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Introduction

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this
owner’s manual carefully and retain for future refer­ence.

This manual provides information on the operation
and maintenance of your DVD+VCR. Should the unit
require service, contact an authorized service loca
tion.

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Moisture Condensation

Never operate the DVD+VCR immediately after mov
ing it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it
for two or three hours without operating it. If you use
the DVD+VCR in such a situation, it may damage
disc/tapes and internal parts.

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Symbol Used in this Manual

Note: Indicates special notes and operating

features.

Tip: Indicates tips and hints for making the task

easier.

A section whose title has one of the following symbols
is applicable only to the disc represented by the sym
bol.

ALL

All discs listed below

DVD

DVD and finalized DVD±R/RW

VCD

Video CDs

ACD

Audio CDs

MP3

MP3 files

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About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation
and indicates that the function is not permitted by this
unit or the disc.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the
disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on
the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing Discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose
the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never
leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.

Cleaning Discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor
picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing,
clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from
the center out.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzene,
thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for older vinyl records.

About the Remote Control

Operation Range

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and
press the buttons.

Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the

remote sensor.

Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of the

remote sensor.

Battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the
remote control, and insert two (R03/AAA)
size batteries with
rectly.

Do not mix old and new batteries and never
mix different types of batteries such as stan
dard, alkaline, etc.

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Introduction

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Types of Playable Discs

DVD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
Audio CD and Video CD

In addition, this unit plays DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW,
DVD+RW, SVCD, and CD-R / CD-RW that contains
audio titles, MP3, and/or JPEG files.

This indicates a product feature that is
capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded
with Video Recording format (VR mode).

Notes:

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Depending on the conditions of the recording equip
ment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself,
some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs cannot be
played on the unit.

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To play a disc recorded on other devices, the disc
must be finalized.

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Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart­shaped or octagonal) since they may result in mal
functions.

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This DVD+VCR requires discs and recordings to
meet certain technical standards in order to achieve
optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are
automatically set to these standards. There are
many different types of recordable disc formats
(including CD-R containing MP3 files) and these
require certain pre-existing conditions (see above)
to ensure compatible playback.

Customers should note that permission is

required in order to download MP3 files and
music from the Internet. Our company has no
right to grant such permission. Permission
should always be sought from the copyright
owner.

(8 cm / 12 cm disc)

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of
the unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled
same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.

Notes on Regional Codes

Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more

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numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This num­ber must match your DVD+VCR’s regional code or
the disc cannot play.

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If you try to play a DVD with a different region code
from your player, the message “Check Regional
Code” appears on the TV screen.

Notes on Copyrights:

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broad­cast via cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted
material without permission.
This product features the copy protection function
developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are
recorded on some discs. When recording and playing
the pictures of these discs picture noise will appear.
This product incorporates copyright protection technol
ogy 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 autho
rized 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.

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Notice for Progressive Scan Use

CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL
HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE
PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN

­PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION
TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF
THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV
SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p
DVD+VCR, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER
SERVICE CENTER.

Selecting the Viewing Source

You must select one of your output sources (DVD or
VCR) to view on the TV screen.

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If you want to view DVD deck output source:
Press DVD on the remote control or DVD/VCR on
the front panel until DVD indicator in the display
window lights and output source of DVD deck is
viewed on the TV screen.

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If you want to view VCR deck output source:
Press VCR on the remote control or DVD/VCR on
the front panel until VCR indicator in the display
window lights and output source of VCR deck is
viewed on the TV screen.

Notes:

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If you insert a disc while the DVD+VCR is in the
VCR mode, the DVD+VCR will switch to DVD mode
automatically.

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If you insert a cassette tape without prevention
tab while the DVD+VCR is in the DVD mode, the
DVD+VCR will switch to VCR mode automatically.

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During the VCR recording mode, you cannot
change to the DVD mode.

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For the HDMI or component video connection, the
output source will be from the DVD deck even if
VCR mode is selected.

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A B

C D E F G H I J K L M N O P

DVD

VCR

[P]

VCR

[P]

VCR

[P]

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR
REC

PM

PM

TV

VCR
REC

PM

TV

[P]

Front Panel

Disc Tray (DVD deck)

A

Insert a disc here.

Cassette Compartment (VCR deck)

B

Insert a video cassette here.

POWER 1/:

C

Switches the DVD+VCR ON and OFF.

REW (m)

D

- DVD: Skip to beginning of current chapter or track,
press twice in quick successions to go to previous
chapter or track. Press and hold button for about two
seconds to search backward.

- VCR: Rewinds the tape during the stop mode or for
fast reverse picture search.

PLAY (N)

E

Starts playback of a disc or tape.

FF (M)

F

DVD: Skip to next chapter or track. Press and hold for
two seconds for a fast forward search.
VCR: Advances the tape during the STOP mode or for
fast forward picture search.

STOP (x)

G

Stops playback of the disc or tape.

OPEN/CLOSE (Z)

H

Opens or closes the disc tray.

OUTPUT STATUS

I

You can change the resolution depending on your TV.

- HDMI mode: You can switch among the 480p, 720p
or 1080i resolution.

- Component mode: You can switch among 480i,
480p, 720p or 1080i resolution.

Display Windows

J

The DVD deck is selected.

A disc is in the DVD deck.

(Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck
and Flashes when no disc.)

Indicates when the Progressive scan is

active.

Indicates repeat mode.

DVD+VCR is in timer recording or a timer

recording is programmed. (VCR part only)

A cassette is in the VCR deck.

The VCR deck is selected.

DVD+VCR is Recording. (VCR part only)
Indicates PM time. (AM is not displayed.)

Lights when TV mode is active.

elapsed time, remaining time
or current deck status
(Playback, Pause, etc).

Remote Sensor

K

Point the DVD+VCR remote control here.

EJECT (Z)

L

Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

CH (-/+)

M

To scan up or down through memorized channels.

REC (z)

N

To record normally or to activate One-touch Timer
Recording by repeated presses.

DVD/VCR (output select)

O

Select one of your output sources to view on the TV
screen between DVD and VCR.

LINE2 (VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R))

P

Connect to the audio/video output of an external source
(Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR).

Indicates total playing time,

Introduction

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7

A
B
C

D

F
G
H
I

J

K

L
M
N
O
P
Q

E

R
S
T

U
V

W
X

Y

Z

a

b
c

d
e
f

Remote Control

POWER (

A

Switches DVD+VCR ON and OFF.

B

DVD

Select the DVD+VCR function mode to DVD.

TV/VCR

C

To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the
TV tuner.

D

DISPLAY

Accesses On-Screen Display.
Switches between the clock, tape counter and tape
remaining modes on the display.

E

CH (-/+)

Selects VCR channels.
Adjusts manually the tape’s picture onscreen.

b B v V

F

Selects menu options.

G

SETUP MENU

Accesses or removes DVD Setup menu and VCR menu.

H

PAUSE (

Pause playback or recording temporarily. Press repeat
edly for frame-by-frame playback.

I

SKIP (

Go to next chapter or track. Returns to beginning of cur
rent chapter or track or go to previous chapter or track.

1/&

X)

. / >

)

)

REW (m)/FF (M)

J

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DVD: Search backward or forward.

- VCR: Rewinds/Advances the tape during the STOP

mode, for fast backward/forward picture search.

0-9

K

Selects numbered options in a menu.

SUBTITLE

L

Selects a subtitle language.

M

A.MONITOR

Selects an audio language (DVD) or an audio channel
(VCD).

MARKER

N

Marks any point during playback.

SEARCH

O

Displays Marker Search menu.

P

REPEAT

Repeat chapter, track, title or all.

RANDOM

Q

Plays tracks in random order.

v

Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of
recording.

R

OPEN/CLOSE (

Opens and closes the disc tray.

EJECT (

Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.

VCR

S

Select the DVD+VCR function mode to VCR.

T

AUX

Selects the VCR deck’s source
(Tuner, LINE 1, or LINE 2).

U

DISC MENU

Accesses menu on a DVD disc.

ENTER/OK

V

Confirms menu selections.
Displays functions on the TV screen.

W

RETURN (

Removes the setup menu.
Displays the menu of a video CD with PBC.

X

STOP (

Stops playback or recording.

Y

PLAY (

Starts playback.

Z

PROGRAM

Places a track on the program list.

a

CLEAR (0000)

Removes a mark on the Marker Search menu.

ANGLE

b

Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.

ZOOM

c

Enlarges DVD video image.

REC (z)

d

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording
time.

TITLE

e

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Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

f

REPEAT A-B

Repeats sequence between two points (A and B).

SPEED

Selects recording speed.

Z

)

Z

)

O

)

x)

N)

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Rear Panel

A

B

G

C

D

E

F

H I

J

K

Caution

Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause perma
nent damage to the unit.

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ANT.IN

A

Connect the VHF/UHF/CATV antenna to this terminal.

VCR IN LINE 1 (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right))

B

Connect the audio/video output of an external source
(Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).

DVD/VCR OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right))

C

Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs.

COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO

D

OUT (Y Pb Pr) (DVD OUT)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) (DVD OUT)

E

Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs.

AC Power Cord

F

Plug into the power source.

RF. OUT

G

Connect to a TV with RF coaxial inputs.

COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)

H

(DVD OUT)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

S-VIDEO OUT (DVD OUT)

I

Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.

OPTICAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)

J

(DVD OUT)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

HDMI OUT (DVD OUT)

K

HDMI output providing a high quality interface for digital
audio and video.

Preparation

Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the player. Please
refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, stereo system or other devices as necessary for additional con­nection information.

Notes:

•

The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. Position the units
away from each other or turn off the unit after removing the disc.

Make sure the DVD+VCR is connected directly to the TV and tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

•

Do not connect the DVD+VCR’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

•
Do not connect the DVD+VCR via another VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection
system.

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Connecting an Antenna or

Rear of DVD+VCR

Antenna

Antenna

OR OR

A

B

Cable TV

Antenna:

A

Disconnect the antenna from the rear of the TV and
identify the antenna cable. If it is a round 75 ohm
coaxial cable connect it directly to the jack marked
ANT.IN on your DVD+VCR. If your antenna cable
is flat connect it to a 300-ohm to 75-ohm antenna
adaptor (not supplied) and slip the adaptor over the
ANT.IN jack. Don’t attempt to screw it into to the
DVD+VCR.

B

Cable TV:

If your cable connection has no converter or
descrambler, unscrew the cable from your TV and
attach it to the ANT.IN jack on the DVD+VCR. If a
converter is required connect a coaxial cable from the
wall jack to the IN connector on the converter, and
a coaxial cable from the OUT connector on the con
verter to the ANT.IN on your DVD+VCR. This cable
hookup permits both TV and DVD+VCR operation.

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To view or record a CATV channel

Tune the TV to the DVD+VCR output channel

1.
(CH 3 or 4).

2.

Set the DVD+VCR channel selector to the cable
output channel. (Example: CH3)

3.

Select a channel using the cable converter.

Notes:

•

With this connection, you cannot record one pro
gram while viewing another.

•

If you are using a cable box to tune channels, it is
not necessary to do Auto Channel Set.

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Basic TV Connections

Make one of the following connections, depending on
the capabilities of your TV.

RF coaxial connection

Connect the RF.OUT jack on the DVD+VCR to the
antenna in jack on the TV using the supplied 75-ohm
Coaxial Cable (R).

How to set the DVD+VCR’s RF output
channel

When the DVD+VCR is turned off (standby

1.
mode), press and hold CH (- / +) on the front panel
simultaneously for more than five seconds. “RF03”
or “RF04” appears in the display window.

2.

Press CH (- / +) to change the RF output channel
(RF03 or RF04). Tune the TV to this channel.

3.

Turn off the DVD+VCR.

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Audio/Video connection

Connect the DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT jack on the

1.
DVD+VCR to the video in jack on the TV using an
optional video cable

2.

Connect the Left and Right DVD/VCR AUDIO
OUT jacks on the DVD+VCR to the audio left/right
in jacks on the TV
cable.

Notes:

•

If you use this connection, set the TV’s source
selector to VIDEO.

•

For DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT jack connection,
resolution must be set to 480i or 480p, however
DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT is always at 480i standard
resolution.

(V).

(A1) using an optional audio

Rear of DVD+VCR

L

R

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO
INPUT

ANTENNA

INPUT

Rear of TV

A1

V

R

Y

Pb

Pr

COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN

VIDEO INPUT

L

R

AUDIO INPUT

S-VIDEO

INPUT

Rear of TV

S

A2

C

Notes:

•

The 480p and 720p resolutions are Progressive
scan applied resolutions.

•

Progressive scan does not work with the analog
video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT jack and
S-VIDEO OUT jack).

Resolution Setting

The resolution setting support only DVD playback.

1.

Before you set the resolution, this unit must be in
stop mode. Press STOP (

2.

Press OUTPUT STATUS on the front panel once.
The current resolution setting will be appears in
the display window.

3.

Press OUTPUT STATUS repeatedly to change the
resolution you want.

The available resolution according to the connections
are as shown below.

x) to stop playback.

Optional TV Connections

These connections support only DVD playback. The
tuner and VCR still output through the RF.OUT (R) or
DVD/VCR OUT (A, V) jacks.

Audio connection

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks of the
DVD+VCR to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV
using an optional audio cable (A2).

S-Video connection

Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the DVD+VCR to
the S-Video in jack on the TV using the optional
S-Video cable (S).

Note:

For S-Video connection, resolution must be set to
480i or 480p, however S-VIDEO OUT is always at
480i standard resolution.

Component Video / Progressive Scan
connection

If your television is a high-definition or “digital
ready” television, you may take advantage of the
DVD+VCR’s progressive scan output for the highest
video resolution possible.

Connect the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN
VIDEO OUT jacks on the DVD+VCR to the corre
sponding in jacks on the TV using an optional Y Pb
Pr cable (C).

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OUTPUT

CONNECTIONS

HDMI

VIDEO OUT

Available

Resolutions

1920 x 1080i

1280 x 720p

720 x 480p

1920 x 1080i

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

1280 x 720p

720 x 480p

720 x 480i

VIDEO OUT 720 x 480i

S-VIDEO 720 x 480i

Notes:

•

For 720p and 1080i resolution on the component
video out, only non-copy protected discs can be
played back. If the disc is copy protected, it will
be displayed in the 480p resolution without HDMI
cable connection. With HDMI cable connection, the
picture may not be displayed properly.

•

If your TV does not support the resolution you have
set, the picture may not be displayed properly.
Please read TV’s owner’s manual then set the reso
lution that your TV can accept.

•

For 720p and 1080i resolution on the HDMI output
and depending on the TV, switching the external
input on the TV from and back to the DVD input
during DVD playback may result in the picture
being displayed in the 480p resolution.

•

For 720p and 1080i resolution on the component
video out or HDMI output, the picture will be
displayed in full screen.

Preparation

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