Radio Shack DVD-VCR User Manual
• Remote control • RF cable
• Audio/Video cables • Owner’s Manual
Precautions
DVD Functions
Setup
VCR Functions
Information
Supplied Accessory
Owner's Manual
AC
outlets
Plug in
4
5
From TV
From DVD/VCR
Please refer to “Connections” on page 6.
Cable TV
signal
(Back of TV)
or
Disconnect
Antenna
ANT-OUT
ANT-IN
RF cable (supplied)
(Back of DVD/VCR)
(Back of TV)
or
Antenna
2
Connect
3
Connect
Cable TV
signal
Basic TV Connection
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Table of Contents
Precautions
Laser Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
■ Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Moisture Condensation Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Notice for Progressive Scan Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
About Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Symbols Used in This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
■ About the Video Cassettes and Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Playable Video Cassettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unplayable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setup
■ Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
RF Output Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hint for Cable Box or Satellite Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connection to an Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connection to a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front & Rear Terminals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
■ Preparation for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Turn on the Unit for the First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
■ Function Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
VCR/DVD Switching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the Batteries for the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
VCR Functions
■ Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
■ Other Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Index Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Time Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Auto Repeat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
■ Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Recording & OTR (One Touch Recording) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Timer Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hints for OTR and Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Copying a Video Tape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
■ MTS System (Multi-Channel Television Sound) . . . . . . . . . . . 14
When You Receive or Record a Program Broadcast in MTS . . . 14
When You Play Back a Tape Recorded in Hi-Fi Stereo . . . . . . . 14
DVD Functions
■ Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
■ On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
■ Search Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Track Search / Title/Chapter Search / Time Search . . . . . . . . . 17
■ Marker Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
■ Repeat / Random / Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Repeat Playback / Repeat A-B Playback /
Random Playback / Programmed Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
■ Special Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Subtitle Language / Audio Language / Camera Angle /
Black Level Setting / Stereo Sound Mode / Virtual Surround
. . . . . . . 19
■ DVD Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
LANGUAGE Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
DISPLAY Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
AUDIO Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
PARENTAL Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
OTHERS Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Reset to the Default Setting (Except for PARENTAL Setting). . . 23
Information
■ Troubleshooting Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
■ Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
■ Language List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
■ Limited Ninety-Day Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Quick Use Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Owner’s Manual
Please read before using this unit.
DVD/CD Player with Video Cassette Recorder
Español
INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.
16-3286
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Precautions
This unit employs a laser.Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED.DO NOT STARE INTO
BEAM.
LOCATION: INSIDE, NEAR THE DECK MECHANISM.
WARNING
:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
RADIO-TV INTERFERENCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4) Consult with your local
RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC WARNING-This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the manual.The
user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your
local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning
chemical wastes.
Precautions
Laser Safety
Make your contribution to the environment!!!
• Used up batteries do not belong in the dust bin.
• You can dispose of them at a collection point for used up batteries or special waste.
Contact your council for details.
• Do not throw away batteries. Dispose of them properly.
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 an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.
Product
Model
Responsible
Party
Phone
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER/
DVD PLAYER
16-3286
RadioShack
®
300 RadioShack
Circle Fort Worth, TX 76102
817-415-3200
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Precautions
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions- The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted
service and, that for some specific reason, such as the
possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV
converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user
for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7. Water and Moisture- Do not use this video product near
water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8.
Accessories - Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product
may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the
appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer. An appliance and cart
combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
9.
Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video
product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This video 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 instructions have been adhered to.
10.
Power Sources - This video product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11.
Grounding or Polarization - This video product is
equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the video product, be sure
the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with regard to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)
14. Lightning - For added protection for this video product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning
and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind
into this video product through any openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this video product
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
If the video product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or damaged in
any way.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in per-
formance this indicates a need for service.
20. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs
to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is
in proper operating condition.
22. Heat - This video product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
ANTENNA
LEAD
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMP
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
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Precautions
Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision,
and is intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
The following symbols appear in some headings in this manual.
:Description refers to playback or recording
of video cassette tapes.
:Description refers to playback of DVD-
Video discs.
:Description refers to playback of Audio
CDs.
CDCD
CD
DVD-V
DVD-V
VCRVCR
VCR
For safety and optimum performance of this unit:
• Do not stand the unit up vertically. Install the unit in
a horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on top of the unit. Do not place the unit
directly on top of the TV.
• Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from
sources of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid
places. Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for
proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation
holes on the sides of the unit. Avoid locations subject to strong vibration or strong magnetic fields.
• Be sure to remove a disc and unplug the AC
power cord from the outlet before carrying the unit.
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground should be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Installation Location
Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire
Moisture Condensation Warning
About Copyright
Symbols Used in This Manual
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
SERVICING
• Please refer to relevant topics on the “Troubleshooting
Guide” on page 23 before returning the product.
•
If this unit becomes inoperative, do not try to correct
the problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Turn off, unplug the power plug, and
please consult with your local RadioShack store.
CLEANING THE CABINET
•
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a solution containing alcohol, spirits, ammonia or abrasive.
CLEANING DISCS
•
When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning
cloth. Wipe the disc from the center to out. Do not
wipe in a circular motion.
•
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive
cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analog records.
CLEANING THE DISC LENS
•
If this unit still does not perform properly although you
refer to the relevant sections and to “Troubleshooting
Guide” in this Owner’s Manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Please consult with your local
RadioShack store for inspection and cleaning of the
laser optical pickup unit.
DISC HANDLING
•
When you handle a disc, hold it by its edge and try
not to touch the surface of the disc.
•
Always store the disc in its protective case when it
is not used.
AUTO HEAD CLEANING
•
Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or
remove a cassette, so you can see a clear picture.
•
Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted
while the TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video heads after a long period of
use, or the usage of rental or worn tapes can cause
this problem. If a streaky or snowy picture appears
during playback, the video heads in your unit may
need to be cleaned.
1. Please visit your local RadioShack store and pur-
chase a good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.
2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the prob-
lem, please consult with your local RadioShack
store.
Maintenance
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it
from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
• If, by accident, water is spilled on this unit, unplug
the power cord immediately and take the unit to
your local RadioShack®store for servicing.
• Do not put your fingers or objects into the unit cassette holder.
Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit
when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place,
or after heating a cold room or under conditions of
high humidity. Do not use this unit at least for 2 hours
until its inside gets dry.
Hint
Hint
• Remember to read the instructions along with the video head
cleaner before use.
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.
Notice for Progressive Scan Outputs
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 picture problems with 525 progressive scan
output, it is recommended that the user switch the
connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there
are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with
this 525p DVD player, please contact RadioShack
store.
About the Video Cassettes and Discs
Playable Discs
Unplayable Discs
¡
NEVER play back the following discs. Otherwise, malfunction may result!
DVD-RAM / DVD-Audio / CD-i / Photo CD / Video CD / DVD with region codes other than 1 or ALL /
DTS-CD /
DVD-ROM for personal computers / CD-ROM for personal computers
¡
On the following disc, the sound MAY NOT be heard.
Super Audio CD
NOTE: Only the sound recorded on the normal CD layer can be delivered.
The sound recorded on the high density Super Audio CD layer cannot be delivered.
¡
Any other discs without compatibility indications
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Use only cassettes marked with this unit.
Playable Video Cassettes
If you cannot play back a disc which bears one of the marks above, check the following notes.
*1: This unit conforms to the NTSC color system. Discs recorded in other color systems such as PAL cannot be played back.
*2: Certain DVD-Video discs do not operate as described in this manual due to the intentions of the disc’s producers.
*3: Discs recorded in the VR (Video Recording) format cannot be played back.
*4: Scratched or stained discs may not be played back.
*5: Some discs cannot be played back because of incompatible recording conditions, characteristics of the recorder or spe-
cial properties of discs.
*6: You can play back discs which bear the marks above. If you use nonstandardized discs, this unit may not play them back.
Even if they are played back, the sound or video quality will be compromised.
*7: You may play back the unfinalized DVD-RW/R disc recorded in the video format on our brand’s DVD recorder. However,
depending on the recording status of a disc, the disc may not be played back at all or normally (the picture or sound may
not be smooth, etc.). In this case, you need to finalize the disc with the DVD recorder. Refer to the manual accompanying
the DVD recorder.
*8: Only the discs recorded in the video format and finalized can be played back.
Unfinalized discs cannot be played back. Depending on the recording status of a disc, the disc may not be played back at
all or normally (the picture or sound may not be smooth, etc.).
*9:
If there is too much recording space left on a disc (the used portion is less than 55 mm across), it may not play back properly.
*10: Do not glue paper or put stickers on to the disc. These may damage the disc, and the unit may not read it correctly.
DVD-Video
* 1, 2, 4, 6, 10
* 1, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7, 9, 10
* 4, 6, 10
* 4, 5, 6,
9, 10
or
DVD-RW
DVD-R
Audio CD
CD-RW
CD-R
Digital video
(MPEG2)
-
-
Region code
Mark (logo)
Playable
discs
Recorded
signals
Disc size
Disc types
12 cm
or
8 cm
Example
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3 Chapter 4
12 cm
or
8 cm
Example
Track 1
Track 2
Track 5
Track 6
Track 3 Track 4
Digital audio
Precautions
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
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Setup
Hint for Cable Box or Satellite Box
LR
VCRDVD/VCR
AUDIO OUT
L
R
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
or
AUDIO
OUT
DVD
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
L
R
Stereo system
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUT
DVD
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
COAXIAL
AUDIO
DVD/VCR
Method 1
Analog audio
input jacks
Digital audio
input jack
(Analog)
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
Method 2
Connection to an Audio System
Audio cable
(supplied)
Audio Coaxial
Digital cable
(commercially
available)
Dolby Digital decoder,
MD deck or DAT deck
BITSTREAM
PCM
SETUP>QUICK
>
DOLBY DIGITAL
Connecting to a Dolby Digital decoder
for Dolby Digital audio output.
Connecting to the other equipment (an MD deck
or DAT deck etc.) without Dolby Digital decoder.
* To complete these settings, refer to pages 20-21.
Hint
Hint
•
The audio source on a disc in a Dolby Digital multi channel surround
format cannot be recorded as digital sound by an MD or DAT deck.
• By hooking this unit up to a Multi-channel Dolby Digital
decoder, you can enjoy high-quality Dolby Digital multi
channel surround sound as heard in the movie theaters.
• Playing a DVD using incorrect settings may generate
noise distortion and may also damage the speakers.
Connection
Setting
(DVD mode only)
If channel 3 is already occupied for broadcasting,
1) Set your TV to channel 4.
2) Insert a pre-recorded tape into this unit.
3) Press
[OUTPUT] on the unit so that the VCR
OUTPUT light is lit.
•
If “VCR” light does not appear on the display of
this unit, press [VCR/TV] on the remote control.
4) Press [PLAY B] once.
5) After a few seconds, press and hold
[PLAY B] on the unit for 3 seconds.
•
The RF output channel will change to channel 4
from channel 3 and you will see a playback picture.
In this case, “ch04” will appears on the front panel.
• When a picture does not appear on the TV
screen, repeat step 4).
6) Press [STOP C] to stop playback.
RF Output Channel
Connections
Please refer to “Basic TV Connection” on the front page before you use this unit.
Hint
Hint
•
The RF output channel does
not change when you adjust
tracking during playback. In case
RF output channel changes, you
can easily switch it back just
start the playback again then
press and hold [PLAY BB] on
the unit for 3 seconds.
Setup
Select this connection when you want to view or record a
scrambled channel. With this connection, channels cannot
be changed on the unit. You can view or record ONLY the
channels you have selected on the cable box or the satellite
box.
• While you are recording, only the recorded channel can be
viewed.
T
o select channels of the cable box or satellite box
1) Turn on the unit by pressing [POWER], then press
[VCR/TV].The “POWER” and “VCR” lights on the front
panel will appear, then press [
SKIP/CH.GG/
KK H/LL
] to
select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the output
channel of the cable box or satellite box).
• If you use the channel 4, you need to change the unit’s
RF output to channel 4. Refer to “RF Output Channel”.
2) At the TV, select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as you
have selected at step 1).
3) On the cable box or satellite box, select the channel you
want to view or record.
Select this connection when you want to change channels
on the VCR/DVD. With this connection, you may watch one
channel while recording another.
• You may not view or record a scrambled channel.
T
o select channels of the cable box or satellite box
1) At the cable box or satellite box, select channel 3 or 4 (the
same channel as the VCR/DVD’s RF output channel).
• Refer to “RF Output Channel”.
2) At the TV, select the same channel as the output channel
(3 or 4) of the cable box or satellite box.
3) Turn on the VCR/DVD by pressing [POWER], and then,
press [VCR/TV]. The “POWER” and “VCR” lights on the
front panel will appear. Then, select the channel you want
to view or record.
T
o playback a tape
Follow the steps 1) to 2) above. Then, playback a tape.
• Refer to “Playback” on page 11.
T
o view one channel while recording another
1)
While you are recording on the VCR/DVD, press [VCR/TV]
so that the “VCR” light disappears on the VCR/DVD.
2) At the cable box, select the channel you want to view.
ANT-OUT
ANT-IN
RF cable
(supplied)
(Back of VCR/DVD)
IN
OUT
(Back of TV)
Satellite
or Cable
TV signal
(Cable box or
Satellite box)
Connection A
Hint
Hint
• Playing a DVD using incorrect settings may generate
noise distortion and may also damage the speakers.
ANT-OUT
ANT-IN
(Back of TV)
Antenna
or Basic
CABLE
TV signal
Connection B
(Back of VCR/DVD)
RF cable
(supplied)
Setup
Front & Rear Terminals
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
ANT-OUT
ANT-IN
AUDIO
OUT
DVD VCR
DVD/VCR
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
L
LY
R
L
R
R
CB/
P
B
CR/
P
R
AUDIO IN
LR
VCRDVD/VCR
AUDIO OUT
L
R
or
VIDEO IN
VCRDVD/VCR
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO IN
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUT
DVD
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
CB/P
B
Y
C
R/PR
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUT
DVD
S-VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
CB/
P
B
CR/
P
R
(Analog) AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT
TV
Method 1
Good pictureBasic Audio
Method 2 Method 3
Better picture Best picture
S-VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Video
cable
(supplied)
Audio cable
(supplied)
S-Video
cable
(commercially
available)
Component Video cables
(commercially available)
DVD/VCR
Connection to a TV
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Hint
Hint
•
Connect this unit directly to the TV. If the Audio/Video cables are connected to a VCR, pictures may be distorted due to the copy protection system.
• The COAXIAL, DVD AUDIO OUT, S-VIDEO OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks are only useful in DVD mode.
After you have completed connections
• Press the input selector button (usually TV/VIDEO, INPUT or AUX) on your TV to switch an appropriate external input
channel (usually near channel 0) for viewing the picture from this unit.
If the picture does not appear, also refer to the manual accompanying your TV.
Input modes for common TV brands (Example)
• Listed below are inputs for common brand name TV’s.
Admiral: AUX
Curtis Mathis: LINE1, LINE2, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93
GE: INPUT, TV/VCR, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93
Hitachi: INPUT, AUX
JVC: VIDEO, VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3
Kenwood: AUX
LXI-Series: 00
Magnavox: AUX CHANNEL
Panasonic: TV/VIDEO
RCA: INPUT, TV/VCR, 00, 90, 91, 92, 93
Samsung: TV/VIDEO
Sanyo: VIDEO
Sharp: 00
Sony: VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3
Toshiba: TV/GAME
Zenith: 00
ANT-IN jack
Connect your antenna
or cable box here.
ANT-OUT jack
Connect the
supplied RF
cable to the
antenna input
jack on your TV.
DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT jack
Connect the supplied video
cable here through the TV’s
video in jack.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack
Connect an optional coaxial digital
audio cable here through the coaxial
digital audio in jack of a decoder or
audio receiver. (DVD only)
S-VIDEO OUT jack
Connect an optional
S-Video cable here
through the S-video
in jack of a television. (DVD only)
[Rear Panel]
[Front
Panel]
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
Connect optional component
video cables here through the
component video in jacks of a
television. (DVD only)
DVD AUDIO OUT (analog) jacks
Connect the supplied audio
cables here through the Audio
In jacks of a television or other
audio equipment. (DVD only)
AUDIO IN jacks
Connect an audio cable coming from the audio out jacks of
a camcorder, another VCR or
an audio source here.
DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jacks
Connect the supplied audio
cable here through the audio
In jacks of a television or other
audio equipment.
If your TV is compatible with 525p (480p) progressive scanning and you want to enjoy that high
quality picture;
Set “PROGRESSIVE” to “ON” in the DISPLAY menu, so that the “P.SCAN” on the front panel display appears. Details are
on page 21.
If your TV is not compatible with progressive scanning;
Use this unit in interlace mode. Make sure “PROGRESSIVE”is set to “OFF”and P.SCAN light on the front of the unit is off.
Progressive scanning mode can be set to off either in the DISPLAY menu or by pressing and holding [PLAY BB] on the front of
the unit for more than 5 seconds. Details are on page 21.
VIDEO IN jack
Connect a cable coming
from the video out jack of
a camcorder, another VCR
or an audio-visual source
(laser disc player, video
disc player, etc.) here.
DVD
DIGITAL
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
OUT
L
R
DVD
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL
DVD/VCR
VCR
COMPONENT
AUDIO OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
L
R
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
DVD VCR
DVD/VCR
COMPONENT
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
OUT
OUT
AUDIO OUT
Y
L
L
COAXIAL
C
B/
P
B
VIDEO OUT
C
R/
P
R
L
LY
L
C
B/
R
R
P
B
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
R
R
R
C
R/
P
R
VIDEO IN
ANT-IN
ANT-OUT
ANT-IN
ANT-OUT
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
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Setup
Hint
Hint
• To go back one step, press [s] (during
steps 2) to 7) ).
• Your clock setting will be lost if either there
is a power failure or this unit has been
unplugged for more than 30 seconds.
Hint
Hint
• I
f you accidentally select Spanish or French
and need English: Press [MENU] and
choose SELEC. IDIOMA or SELECTION
LANGUE. Press [B] and select ENGLISH.
Finally, press [CLEAR/C.RESET].
• To add or delete channels in this unit,
[SKIP/CH.GG/
KK H/LL
] button works on
the channel number memorized in this
unit,
[KK/LL] works on all.
Clock Setup
5
5
4
4
CLOCK SET
MONTH DAY YEAR
1 0 / 0 2 2 0 0 6
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
– – : – – – –
CLOCK SET
MONTH DAY YEAR
1 0 / 0 2 MON 2 0 0 6
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
0 5 : – – – –
6
6
CLOCK SET
MONTH DAY YEAR
1 0 / 0 2 MON 2 0 0 6
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
0 5 : 4 0 – –
7
7
CLOCK SET
MONTH DAY YEAR
1 0 / 0 2 MON 2 0 0 6
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
0 5 : 4 0 P M AM
B PM
Select the current year.
Select “AM” or “PM”.
8
8 To exit the CLOCK SET
screen
Select the current hour.
Select the current minute.
1
1
- M E N U -
TIMER PROGRAMMING
AUTO REPEAT [OFF]
CHANNEL SET UP
B CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE SELECT
AUDIO OUT
TV STEREO [ON]
SAP
MENU
2
2
CLOCK SET
MONTH DAY YEAR
1 0 / – – – – – –
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
– – : – – – –
3
3
CLOCK SET
MONTH DAY YEAR
1 0 / 0 2 – – – –
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
– – : – – – –
Select the current month.
Select the current day.
• If the clock is not set, the
CLOCK SET screen
appears when you press
[MENU]. In this case, go
to step 2).
VCRVCR
VCR
VCR
or
or
or
or
or
or
or
Preparation for Use
2
2
LANGUAGE SELECT
B ENGLISH [ON]
FRANCAIS
ESPAÑOL
Hint
Hint
• Repeat these steps only if either there
was a power failure or this unit has been
unplugged for more than 30 seconds.
1
1
Turn on the TV and set it
to channel 3.
• If channel 3 is already occupied for broadcasting,
see“RF Output Channel” section on page 6.
• If your antenna is connected to an antenna amplifier, the amplifier’s gain adjustment may need to
be temporarily reduced in order for Auto-Setup to
program all channels properly.
3
3
CH 01
AUTO SET UP
No
No
Please wait for a few minutes.
After scanning...
•
The tuner stops on the lowest memorized channel.
•
You can select only the channels memorized
in this unit by using [SKIP/CH.GG/
KK H/LL
]
(or [CHANNELKK/LL]
).
• If "AUTO SET UP" appears on the TV
screen again, check the cable connections.
Then, press [B] once again.
YYes
es Press [MENU]
to exit.
•
Refer to “Hint for Cable Box or
Satellite Box” section on page 6.
Do you connect the cable from the cable box or
the satellite box to the unit’s ANT-IN jack?
YES
Turn on the Unit for the First
Time
TV ScreenRemote Control
VCRVCR
VCR
or
VCR
To Add or Delete Channels
1) Press [MENU] until the main menu
appears.
2) Select “CHANNEL SET UP” by
pressing [K/L]. Then, press [B].
3) Select “MANUAL SET UP” by
pressing [K/L]. Then, press [B].
4) Enter the desired channel number by
pressing [K/L] or
[SKIP/CH.
G
G/KK H/LL
].
5) Add or Delete it from memory by
pressing [s/B] so that “ADD” or
“DELETE” flashes on the TV screen
accordingly.
6) Exit the Preset mode by pressing
[CLEAR/C.RESET].
To Preset the Channel Again
1)
Press [MENU] until the main menu appears.
2) Select “CHANNEL SET UP” by pressing
[
K
K
/
L
L
], then press [B].
3)
Select “AUTO SET UP” by using [KK/LL],
then press [B]. After scanning, the tuner
stops on the lowest memorized channel.
To Change the On-Screen Language
1)
Press [MENU] until the main menu appears.
2) Select “LANGUAGE SELECT” by pressing
[
K
K/LL
], then press [B].
3) Select “ENGLISH” , “FRANCAIS” or
“ESPAÑOL” by pressing [
K
K/LL
] , then press
[CLEAR/C.RESET] to exit.
To Select a Channel
You can select a channel by using
the Number buttons or
[SKIP/CH.GG/
KK H/LL
].
Notes for using the Number buttons:
• When selecting cable channels which
are higher than 99, enter channel
numbers as a three-digit number. (For
example: 117, press
[1], [1], [7])
• You must precede single-digit channel numbers with a zero (for example:
02, 03, 04 and so on).
VCR
POWER
NO
VCR
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Setup
Because this product is a combination of a VCR and
a DVD player, you must select first which component you wish to operate with [OUTPUT].
VCR DVDOUTPUT
POWER
DISPLAY VCR DVD PAUSE
SLOW
VCR/TV
SKIP/CH.
PLAY
STOP
REC/OTR
MENU
SETUP TOP MENU
MODE ZOOM
SUBTITLE
T-SET
ANGLE
ENTER
RETURN
SEARCH
MODE
REPEAT A-B
OPEN/CLOSE
/EJECT
SPEED AUDIO
CLEAR/
C. RESET
123
456
789
0
+1 0
OUTPUT button
DVD OUTPUT light
VCR OUTPUT light
DVD button
VCR button
POWER
OPEN/CLOSE
VCR DVDCHANNEL OUTPUT
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
STOP/EJECT
PLAY STOP PLAY
REC/OTR
E REW
P / A
A
LK
O
F.FWDD
PO
Press [VCR] on the remote control.
(Verify that the VCR OUTPUT light is lit.)
VCR MODE
Press [DVD] on the remote control.
(Verify that the DVD OUTPUT light is lit.)
DVD MODE
Hint
Hint
• Pressing only [OUTPUT] on the front panel DOES NOT
switch the mode of the remote control.You MUST select
the correct mode on the remote control.
Function Overview
VCR/DVD Switching
Front Panel Display
CD
DVD-V
VCR
Lights up when power is on.
DVD output mode
VCR output mode
*
,
and mark will disappear when you set VCR/DVD in DVD
mode. However, the function indicated by each mark is still working.
POWER
VIDEO L - AUDIO - R
STOP/EJECT
PLAY STOP PLAY
P / A
O
E REW
F.FWDD
REC/OTR
OPEN/CLOSE
A
PO
VCR DVDCHANNEL OUTPUT
LK
No disc inserted
/ cannot read disc
Opening the tray
Closing the tray
Loading the disc
When a disc or tape is
being played back
Lights up when the
A-B repeat function
is on.
Lights up when
the ALL repeat
function is on.
Lights up when the
inserted disc comes
to a pause.
*Lights up
when a tape is
in the VCR/DVD.
Lights up during
playback when
the repeat function
is on.
Lights up when
the playback is
in still or slow mode.
Lights up when the inserted
cassette is being played
back.
Displays a type of the disc
which is inserted on the tray.
• DVD: DVD disc
• CD: Audio CD
Lights up when the
repeat function is on.
Displays how long the current title
or track has been played back. When
a chapter or track is switched, the
number of a new title, chapter or
track is displayed.
Lights up when the inserted
disc is being played back.
Lights up when playing back
in slow mode. (DVD)
Lights up when
the VCR/DVD is
in VCR position.
This light does not
appear when the
VCR/DVD is in
TV position.
VCR REC
Works as a tape counter(hour,minute,second).
Also displays a channel number,
tape speed, remaining time for OTR or
current time.
DVD-V
CD
CD
Lights up when the
progressive scan
system is activated.
P.SCAN
DVD
CD
VCR
VCR
*Lights up when
the timer recording or an
OTR recording has been set.
*Lights up during a recording.
Flashes when a recording
is paused.
PM
Lights up when
current time is P.M.
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