RCA 27F501TDVB User Manual
TV/VCR/DVD
User's Guide
Changing Entertainment.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence
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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.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
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.
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
CAUTION:
THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM.
TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCA-
TION-SEE SERVICE PROCEDURE.
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF 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 MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: Your RCA
Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering this product allows us
to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial
and model numbers. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. Serial No. Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
Note:
This device is protected by U,S. patent numbers 4,631,603 and 4,577,216 and 4,819,098 and other intellectual property
rights. The use of Macrovision's copy protection technology in the device must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended
for home and other limited pay-pepview uses only, unless otherwise authorized in writing by Macrovisien. Reverse engineer-
ing or disassembly is prohibited. .1/
Location of the required Marking
The rating sheet and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
CERTIFICATION: COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE ......
STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. J
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESSTHE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED
TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with the FCC
Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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iMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN iNSTRUCTiONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW iNSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.
6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer of this unit does net make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause
hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES PORTABLECARTWARNING
DO not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit. ,_'_L.
8A. 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 back or bottom are provided for ventilation,
to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never S3126A
be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For
units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARiZATiON
This unit 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, if your unit is equipped
with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.This plug will only fit into a ground-
ing-type power outlet. This too, is a safety featu re. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type 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.
(symbolprovidedby RETAC)
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
13. LiGHTNiNG
To protect your unit from 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
unit due to lightning and power line surges.
14. 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.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.
17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect 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 antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
18. SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit 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 unit 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 unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit 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
unit to its normal operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped orthe cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or those that 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 unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.
22. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
23. DiSC TRAY
Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.
24. CONNECTING
When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from
the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner's
manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
25. LASER BEAM
Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the
laser beam. It may cause sight damage.
26. DISC
Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious
personal injury and product malfunction.
27. NOTE TO CABLE TV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CABLE TV 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 shall be con-
nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE
NED-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)
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NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
DISCHARGE UNIT
ANTENNA
_ ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
_ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
GROUND CLAMPS
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
CONDENSATION
Moisture will form in the operating section of the unit if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warm
room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, the unit's performance will be
impaired.
To prevent this, let the unit stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make sure
that the room temperature rises gradually.
Condensation may also form during the summer if the unit is exposed to the breeze from an air conditioner. In
such cases, change the location of the unit.
Power source
AC Outlet
Wider Hole _
Polarized AC Cord Plug
(One blade is wider than the other.)
TO USE AC POWER SOURCE
Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert
the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 80Hz polarized AC outlet.
NOTES:
Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified
voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.
. If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized AC
outlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user's
responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
. If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the
unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet
and plug it back in.The unit should return to normal operation.
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Featu res
Color TV with DVD/CD Player/Video Cassette Recorder
• Color TV with DVD/CD player with Video Cassette Recorder - Unique space saving design combines a color TV, a DVD/CD
player and a Hi-Fi Video cassette recorder. A DVD disc has much more capacity, but is the same size as an audio CD disc. The
pictu re quality is higher than Super VHS video cassettes. The audio quality is higher than an audio CD. The DVD PLAYER can
play back audio CDs.
• High Quality Picture - More than 400 lines (VCR mode: 220 lines) of Horizontal Resolution.
• On-Screen 3 Language Display - You can select one of 3 languages, English, Spanish or French for on-screen programming.
TV Section
• Closed Caption Decoder With FulIText Mode - Displays text captions or full screen text on the screen for hearing impaired
viewers.
° Picture Adjustments Using The Remote Control - The On-Screen display allows precise remote control adjustment of
BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT and SHARPNESS.
° ProgrammableTV SleepTimer - Operable from the remote control, the TV can be programmed up to 120 minutes to turn
off automatically.
• V-Chip - The V-Chip function can read the rating of a TV program or movie content if the program is encoded with this
information. V-Chip will allow you to set a restriction level.
° Surround Sound - The surround sound feature expands the audio listening field wider and deeper to create exceptional
sound quality from the TV's speakers.
° Stable Sound - The stable sound feature limits the highest volume level to prevent extreme changes in volume when the
signal source is changed.
VCR Section
• Stereo/SAP Reception -This VCR is designed to receive stereo and second audio program (SAP) broadcasts where
available.
• 4 Video Heads - Provides optimal picture quality for special effects playback.
• 19f_m HEAD - For superior pictu re quality even in SLP mode, 10micron width technology helps to avoid crosstalk and boost
SLP picture quality to near SP levels. With precision technology, ghosts and color beats are virtually eliminated.
• Hi-Fi Stereo Sound - With a frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hz and a dynamic range of better than 90dB, this VCR
provides a level of excellence that rivals compact discs.
• One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) - Simply by pressing the REC/OTR button, the VCR can be programmed for up to 6
hours of recording with an immediate start.
DVD Section
• Compatible with a wide range of DVD audio outputs
Digital Audio Jack:
• When a component with a built-in Dolby Digital decoder is connected, Dolby Digital sound can produce the effect of being
in a movie theater or a concert hall.
• Surround standard different from Dolby Digital. This format is already in use in many theaters. By connecting this unit to a
DTS decoder or an AV amplifier with a built-in DTS decoder, the DTS audio of DVD discs recorded in this format can be
enjoyed. However, audio will not be output from the analog audio output jacks.
• The MPEG audio of DVD discs recorded in this format can be enjoyed.
° The Linear PCM sound of a 48 kHz/16 bit through 96 kHz/24 bit exceeds audio CD sound.
• Multi-Language - Since this DVD matches with 136 language-subtitled-soundtmcks, you can enjoy selecting a favorite one.
(You can not select the language that is not recorded on the disc.)
• Multi-Angle - Pictures of Sports or a Live Concert are recorded with many cameras, When you play such a disc, you can
change the angles during playback. (If a Multi-Angle is not recorded on the disc, you can not change the angle.)
• Repeat Playback - You can repeat chapter, track, title, sides or material between two selected points.
• Memory/Random Playback - You can play back tracks, titles or chapters in programmed or random-selected sequences.
• Zoom - You can zoom in on the selected subject on the screen during playback.
• Video Aspect Ratio - You can change the aspect ratio of the screen for your monitor/television on a suitable disc.
• Parental Control - You can limit the play back of scenes or sounds of DVD discs that have a rating level encoded on the disc.
* 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.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborato-
ries.
* "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
* Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video cassettes and other materials may infringe the
rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
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Contents
[Before using your unit ]
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 3
Power source ................................................... 5
Features ........................................................... 6
Contents ........................................................... 7
Parts and functions .......................................... 8
Remote control ................................................. 9
Antenna connections ..................................... 11
Cable TV connections .................................... 12
Connections to other equipment .................... 13
Setting the on-screen display language ......... 15
Auto clock setting ........................................... 16
Manual clock setting ....................................... 18
/TVoperation I
TV operation ................................................... 19
Closed caption ............................................... 21
Memorizing channels ..................................... 22
Setting the V-Chip .......................................... 24
Setting the on timer ........................................ 27
Setting the off timer ........................................ 28
Picture control adjustment .............................. 29
Adjusting the picture preference .................... 30
Sound control adjustment .............................. 31
Setting the surround sound/
Setting the stable sound ................................. 32
Stereo recording and playbacW
Second Audio Program (SAP) ........................ 33
[ Tape playback operation ]
Loading and Unloading a cassette tape ......... 34
Cassette tape playback .................................. 35
Special playback ............................................ 36
ZERO RETURN function/
Video index search system ............................ 37
Disc playback operation
Disc ................................................................ 44
Preparation/Status display of disc .................. 45
Playback procedure ........................................ 46
Special playback ............................................ 47
mp3/WMA/JPEG playback ............................. 48
Setting the JPEG interval ............................... 50
Setting the select files .................................... 51
Zooming/Locating desired scene ................... 52
Repeat playback ............................................. 53
Program playback/Random playback (CD) .... 54
Changing soundtrack language/Subtitles ....... 55
Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu ... 56
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Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen/
Setting on screen display ............................... 57
Setting the picture mode ................................ 58
Dynamic Range Control ................................. 59
Parental control setting .................................. 60
To change the parental level .......................... 61
Temporary disabling of rating by DVD disc .... 62
Setting the menu language ............................ 63
Setting the subtitle language .......................... 64
Setting the audio soundtrack language .......... 65
I Additional information ]
Language code list ......................................... 66
Problems and troubleshooting ....................... 67
Video head cleaning ....................................... 68
Specifications ................................................. 69
Limited Warranty ............................................ 70
Recording a TV program ................................ 38
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) ................ 40
Timer recording .............................................. 41
[ Advanced function Of VCR section -]
Duplicating a video tape ................................. 43
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Parts and functions
Front
POWER button
Rear
Cassette loading slot
PHONES jack
VIDEO IN jack
AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks
REW (Rewind) button (VCR)
STOP/EJECT button (VCF
PLAY button (VCF
RFWD button (VCR)
REC/OTR button (VCR)
SKIP buttons (DVD)
STOP button (DVD)
VOL A/V buttons (TV)
OPEN/CLOSE button (DVD)
T.REC (Timer Recording)
indicator (VCR)
REC/OTR indicator (VCR)
Power indicator
Remote sensor
_LAY button (DVD)
CH A/V buttons (TV)
AC power cord
VIDEO OUT jack
VIDEO IN jack
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RF IN (VHF/UHF) jack AUDIO IN (L/R) jacks
AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks
COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack
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Remote control
Page
POWER Power on/off 10,15,16,19,45,46
TVNCR Press to operate TV/VCR
DVD Press to operate DVD
CH +/- Select channel 10,20,38,40
0-9 Number buttons 10,19,23,38,40
VOL +/- Adjust volume of TV 19,20
MUTE Switch off the sound 20
DISPLAY/CALL Display TV/VCR or DVD operation status
JUMP Locating desired scene 52
QUICK VIEW Switch between present/last channel 20
• / • / • / I_- Arrow buttons
ENTER Enter information in the menu
SETUP/TV MENU Display menu of setup
CANCEL Delete Timer program 42
STOP Stop 35,37-40,46,48,49
PLAY Playback 35,36,46,-49,53,54,56,62
PAUSE/STILL Still picture/Recording pause on/off 36,39,43,47
REW/SEARCH Rewind/Review playback 35,36,47
F.FWD/SEARCH Fast Forward/Forward search playback 35,36,47
INDEX +/- Search for the INDEX mark of a tape 37
SKIP +/- Skip chapter to forward or reverse direction 47,49
REC/OTR Recording 38,40,43
TIMER REC Set the unit to start recording at a preset time 41,42
TV MONITOR Temporarily view a TV channel select on the
SLOW Slow-motion playback 36,47
SLEEP Sleep timer 20
CLOSED CAPTION Switch between closed captioning options 21
AUDIO SELECT Switches sound between mono and stereo 33
30 Sec ADV Skip the unwanted short material of a tape 36
MAIN MENU Select title of a DVD disc 49,56
ATR Digital AUTO TRACKING 36
SUBTITLE Set Subtitle of a DVD disc 55
ZERO RETURN Stop the tape when thecounter reaches 00:00:00 37
ANGLE Change playback angle of a DVD disc 56
COUNTER RESET Resetthe counter to 00:00:00 37
MENU Select menu of a DVD disc 49,56
TRACKING + Manual tracking button in playback mode 36
ZOOM Zoom (for DVD playback) 52
INPUT SELECT Switch the connected TV to external mode 14,43
RETURN Remove DVD set up menu 50,51,57-65
SPEED Sets the tape speed for recording 38,40,43
REPEAT A-B Repeat playback between A and B (DVD/CD) 53
PROGRAM Confirm the timer program 28,42
PLAY MODE Select playback mode 53,54
TRACKING - Manual tracking button in playback mode 36
EJECT Eject a cassette tape 34,41
OPEN/CLOSE Open or Close the tray 46,48,49,62
Input setting 48,49,52,54
Enter a password 24,26,60-62
Select option in the menu
Cancel input data in the setting mode
VCR while in the playback mode 36
Change sound track language of DVD 55
10,15, 35,37,38,40,41
10,40,45,46,52,57,-61,63-65
16,20,25,36,37,39,41,45
24,26,29,31,52,54,60,61
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Remote control (continued)
inserting Batteries
Open the battery 2 Install two"AAA" batteries 3 Replace the compartment
compartment cover in the (supplied), paying attention to the cover.
direction of the arrow, polarity diagram in the battery
Battery precautions
The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the "-" end first.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. Ifthe device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery
manufacturer's directions.)
Remote control basics
, Press POWER to turn the TVNCR/DVD on or off.
, Select your desired operating mode (TV/VCR or DVD) using TV/VCR or DVD.
, Press CH +/- to move through the channels one channel at a time.
, The Arrow buttons (A/V/, / •) are also used to navigate on-screen menu system.
, You can directly access specific channels using the number buttons.
compartment.
Operation
, Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and press control
buttons to operate.
, Operate the remote control within a 30 ° angle on either side of the
remote sensor, up to a distance of approximately 5 meters (16 ft.).
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approximately
5 meters (16 ft.)
Antenna connections
If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenn a, follow the instructions below that correspond to your antenna
system. If you are using a Cable TV service (CABLE), see page 12 for Cable TV connections.
Combination VHF/UNF antenna (Single 75 ohm cable or 300 ohm twin=lead wire)
Connect the 75 ohm cable from the combination
VHF/UHF antenna to the RF IN jack.
RF IN RF IN
jack jack
75 ohm
coaxial
cable
Combination VHF/UHF antenna (Separate VHF and UHF 300 ohm twin=lead wires)
RF IN 300-75 ohm
jack matching
300-75 ohm
matching
transformer
transformer
If your combination VHF/UHF antenna has a 300
ohm twin-lead wire, the use of the 300-75 ohm
matching transformer may be necessary (not sup-
plied).
Connect the UHF 300 ohm twin-lead wire to the
combiner (not supplied). Connect the VHF 300
ohm twin-lead wire to the 300-75 ohm matching
transformer. Attach the transformer to the com-
biner, then attach the combiner to the RF IN jack.
c
VHF 300 ohm
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Separate VHF/UHF antennas (75 ohm VHF cable and 300 ohm UHF twin=lead wires)
RF IN
jack
UHF 300 ohm
iMPORTANT: Go to page 22 to choose the signal and search for channels. 1 1
Connect the VH F 75 ohm cable and U HF 300 ohm
twin-lead wire to the combiner. Attach the combiner
to the RF IN jack.
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Cable TV connections
This unit has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV
Converter box. Some cable companies offer "premium pay channels" in which the signal is
scrambled. Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device
which is generally provided by the cable company.
For subscribers to basic Cable TV service
For basic cable service not requiring a Converter/Descrambler
box, connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to the RF IN
Jack on the back of the unit.
For subscribers to scrambled Cable TV service
If you subscribe to a cable TV service which requires the use of a cenverter/descrambler box, connect the
incoming 75 ohm coaxial cable to the converter/descrambler box. Using another 75 ohm coaxial cable, connect
the output jack of the converter/descrambler box to the RF IN jack on the unit. Follow the connections shown
below. Set the unit to the output channel of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the
cenverter/descrambler box to select channels.
Incoming RF IN
75 ohm 75 ohm cable jack
cable TV cable _ descramblerConverter/ i to unit .
For subscribers to unscrambled basic Cable TV service with scrambled premium
channels
If yeu subscribe to a cable TV service in which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the
use of a converter/descrambler box, you may wish to use a signal splitter and an A/B switch box (available from the
cable company or an electronics supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the "B'
position, you can directly tune any nenscrambled channels on your unit. With the switch in the"A" position, tune your
unit to the output of the converter/descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the converter/descrambler box
to tune scrambled channels.
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Incoming r_
75 ohm _ -
cable TV cable
_ Splitter
Converter/ L
descramble-z-r -_
A/B switch _j_
75 ohm cable jack
to unit
RF IN
iMPORTANT: Go to page 22 to choose the signal and search for channels.
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Connections to other equipment
The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the unit is dependent
on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner's Manual provided with each component for
the location of video and audio inputs and outputs.
Using an Audio Amplifier
Rear of the unit
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To Audio (R) Input _1 _ To Audio (L) Input
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AUDIO cord (not suppled)
Using an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround
If you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround sound as follows, you can enjoy the various audio
systems including Dolby Digital Surround audio that sounds just like the movie.
Connect an AV amplifier with built-in Dolby Digital decoder, DTS decoder, MPEG decoder or etc as
shown below.
Rear of the unit
Unit
Subwoofer
Front
Speaker
(Right)
1'
Speaker / - / \
Digital Front _
_ Audio Output I ,,_/.
I_ Coaxial digital cord I
/ (n°t supplied) I
I / To Coaxial Digital I
V Audio Input /
AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround [ I
decoder as listed above
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
* "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
NOTES:
"When you make the connections above, do not set DOLBY DIGITAL to DOLBY DIGITAL, MPEG to MPEG to ON
on the AV Amplifier. If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or
causing the speakers to be damaged.
" Some DTS decoders which do not support DVD-DTS interface may not work properly with the unit.
(Left) _
_Center Speaker
_ Surround
Speaker (Left) _ Sp.eaker
j (Right)
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Connections to other equipment (continued)
Using the audio/video inputs
If you connect tile TV/VCR/DVD to a camcorder or Video Game Console, you can select different modes by
pressing INPUT SELECT.
Press iNPUT SELECT repeatedly to select the desired mode.
"LINE1", "LINE2" or TV channel will display on the screen for 4 seconds.
NOTE:
In the DVD mode this key will not operate.
F TV Channel ===_ LINE 1 _ LINE 2 "-3
To connect the unit to a camcorder
To playback from a camcorder, connect the camcorder to the unit as shown.
Camcorder (_ Front of the unit
(Back) (Front)
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t t t ToAodioNidooOUT 00_ AUD'°'N(R)
I I I
(_ Audio/Video cord (not supplied) T
To connect the TV/VCR/DVD to a Video Game Console
The TV/VCR/DVD can also be used as a display device for many video games. However, due to the wide
variety of formats, they have not all been included in the suggested connection diagram. You'll need to consult
each component's Owner's Manual for additional information.
IVideo Game Console I VIDEO
t t t To AudioNideo OUT
Audio/Video cord (not supplied)
/
Front of the unit
"AUDIO IN (L)
(R)
',L)
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Setting the on=screen display language
You can choose from three different
languages (English, Spanish and
French) for the on-screen displays.
Press POWER to turn on the TV/VCR/DVD.
Press TV/VCR to select the TV/VCR mode.
Press TV MENU, the TV/VCR
menu screen will appear.
Press _ or _ to select _ option.
Press • or • to select
"LANGUAGE", then press I_.
or
Press • toselectthedesired
language: English (ENGLISH),
Spanish (ESPANOL) or French
(FRANCAIS), then press ENTER.
Press TV MENU until the menu screen disappears.
NOTE:
If no buttons are pressed for more than
60 seconds, the MENU screen disap-
pears automatically.
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Auto clock setting
The Auto Clock function will
automatically set the built-in clock
(Month, Day, Year and Time) when
the TV/VCR/DVD is connected to an
Antenna or Cable system and it is
turned off, As the TV/VCR/DVD t)
searches for a receivable station in
your area and it receives a broad-
cast signal for Auto Clock, the Auto
Clock needs several minutes to set
itself. 4
Auto cNock setting
Connect the Antenna or Cable system.
If you use a cable box, turn it on.
c.-
Plug the AC Power cord to the AC outlet.
Make sure the TV/VCR/DVD is turned off.
" If you press POWER, Auto Clock set is not effective.
Wait at least three minutes and press POWER.
• Depending on the reception condition, it may take approx.
thirty minutes.
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Press DISPLAY/CALL to check the clock on the screen.
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If the clock is not set, make sure you are receiving TV chan-
nels. The Auto Clock may not function properly if the reception
condition is not good.
Auto clock adjustment
The Auto Clock Adjustment will be performed at 12:00 PM
everyday if you turn off the TV/VCR/DVD.
" If you use a cable box and you want Auto Clock adjustment to be
performed, the cable box must be left on.
• The Auto Clock Adjustment won't work if there is more than 5
minutes between the built-in clock time and the actual time.
To set auto clock to off
When shipped from factory "AUTO CLOCK" is set to "ON".
But if you do not want Auto Clock set (Adjustment):
NOTES:
After a power failure or disconnection
of the power, the timer settings will be
lost. In this case, reset the present time.
If you live in Newfoundland and the
Auto Clock does not function properly,
set the AUTO CLOCK menu option to
"OFF' and set the clock manually.
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Turn on theTV/VCR/DVD.
Press TV MENU in theTV/VCR mode.TheTV/VCR menu screen
will appear.
Press • or • to select (_ option.
Press • or • to select "AUTO
CLOCK".
Press • or • to select"OFF".
Press TV MENU repeatedly
to return to the normal screen.
• When "AUTO CLOCK" is set
to "OFF", the Auto Clock
adjustment does not function.
'* Set the clock manually (see
page 18).
Auto clock setting (continued)
To set standard time
In the rare event that you live within broadcast range of two
stations in two different time zones, the TV/VCR/DVD may
recognize the wrong station for the Auto Clock set.
To correct the situation:
Press TV MENU in the TV/VCR mode.The TV/VCR menu screen
will appear.
2 Press _ or
Press • or
Press • or
ATLANTIC : GMT- 4 hours
EASTERN :GMT- 5 hours
CENTRAL : GMT- 6 hours
MOUNTAIN : GMT- 7 hours
PACIFIC : GMT- 8 hours
ALASKA : GMT- 9 hours
HAWAII : GMT- 10 hours
AUTO : AUTO SET
Press TV MENU repeatedly to return to the normal screen.
NOTE: To be able to select the standard time, the clock must first
be set by "AUTO CLOCK" once.
to select (_ option.
• to select "STANDARD TIME", then press I_.
• to select your time zone, then press ENTER.
(GMT: Greenwich Mean Time)
NOTES:
o When shipped from factory.
"DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME" is
set to "AUTO".
When you want to set the Daylight
Saving Time manually, on the first
Sunday in April you set to "ON", and
on the last Sunday in October you set
to "OFF".
When the clock is not set, Daylight
Saving Time setting is not available.
When there is no Daylight Saving
Time in your area, always select
"OFF" in step 3.
Daylight saving time setting
You can set tile Daylight Saving Time automatically or manually.
Press TV MENU in the TV/VCR
mode. The TV/VCR menu screen
will appear.
Press '_ or _* to select (_
option.
Press • or • to select
"DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME", then
press I_'.
Press • or • to select one of
the options, then press ENTER.
Press TV MENU until the menu
screen disappears.
ON: for manual setting
(forward one hour)
OFF: for manual setting
(back one hour)
AUTO: for automatic setting
(read XDS in the signal)
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Manual clock setting
You must set the date and time
manually for Timer Recordings, ON/
OFFTimer and Daylight Saving Time
if the Auto Clock process did not set
them correctly.
EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to "8:30 AM" October, 29 (SAT), 2005.
Press TV MENU inthe TV/VCR mode.TheTV/VCR menuscreen
will appear,
2 Press _ or _" to select the (_
option.
Press • or • to select the
"CLOCK SET" option, then press
Press _ or I_ to set the month,
then press •.
NOTE:
After a power failure or disconnection
of the power, the timer settings will be
lost. In this case, reset the present time.
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To make corrections any time during the process
Press • repeatedly until the item you want to change blinks,
then press _ or 1_.
Set the day, and time as inyear
step 4, then press ENTER.
After setting the clock, date and
time starts functioning
automatically.
To turn theonTV/VCR/DVD,
press POWER.
Adjust the volume level by
pressing VOL + or - .The
volume level appears.
TV operation
Set the TV/CABLE menu
option to the appropriate
position. (See page 22.)
Press the number buttons to
select the channel.
Channels can be instantly
selected by using two buttons.
(for example, to select channel 2
press "0", then "2". If you press
only "2", channel selection will be
delayed for a few seconds.)
For channels 10 and above, press the 2 digits in order.
For example, to select channel 36, press "36".
You can also press "0", then the remaining 2 digits.
For example, to select channel 12, press "012".
For 3 digit numbers, press the 3 digits in order. For example,
to select channel 120, just press "120".
TV - VHF/UHF channels
CABLE- CABLE TV channels
NOTES:
® If a channel with no broadcast is
selected, the sound will automati-
cally be muted.
® If a station being viewed stops
broadcasting, the TV/VCR/DVD will
automatically shut itself off after 15
minutes.
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TV operation (continued)
CHANNEL +/-
Press and release CH + or -.The
channel automatically stops at the
next channel set into memory.
For proper operation, before select-
ing channels, they should be set into
the memory. See pages 22 and 23
"Memorizing channels".
CALL
Press DISPLAY/CALL to display the
current informations on the screen.
Press DISPLAY/CALL again to clear
the call display.
Channel number or VIDEO mode.
, Stereo or SAP (second audio
program) audio status.
Audio output status.
QUICK VIEW
This button allows you to go back to
the last channel selected by press-
ing QUICK VIEW. Press QUICK
VIEW again to return to the last
channel you were watching.
NOTE:
To listen through the headphones,
insert the headphones (not supplied)
with a 1/8" mini plug into PHONES
jack on the front.The sound from the
TV/VCR/DVD speaker is muted.
2O
MUTE
Press MUTE to switch off the sound.
The unit's sound will be silenced and
"MUTE" will briefly appear on the
screen. The sound can be switched
back on by pressing this button
again or the VOL + or -.
SLEEP
To set the TV/VCR/DVD to turn off
after a preset amount of time, press
SLEEP on the remote control. The
clock will count down 10 minutes for
each press of the SLEEP button
(120, 110, ...10, 0). After the sleep
time is programmed, the display will
appear briefly every ten minutes to remind you that the sleep timer
is operating. To confirm the sleep timer setting, press SLEEP and
the remaining time will be displayed for a few seconds. To cancel
the sleep timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until the display turns to 0.
Closed caption
What is closed captioning?
This television has the capability to decode and display closed captioned television programs. Closed captioning
will display text on the screen for hearing impaired viewers or it will translate and display text in another language.
Captions: This closed caption mode will display text on the
screen in English or another language (depending on the set-
ting of the closed captions CH 1/2).
Generally,closed captions in English are transmitted oncaptions
channel 1and closed captions in other languages aretransmitted
on captions channel 2.
Text: The text closed caption mode will usually fill the screen
with a programming schedule or other information.
After selecting a closed caption mode, it will stay in effect until it
is changed, even if the channel is changed.
If the captions signal is lost due to a commercial or a break in
the signal, the captions will reappear when the signal is received
again. If the channels are changed, the captions will be delayed
approximately 10 seconds. The captions will appear in places
on the screen where they will least interfere with the picture,
usually on the bottom of the screen. News programs will usually
show three-line closed captions which scroll onto the screen.
Most other shows provide two or three lined captions placed
near the character who is speaking so the viewer can follow the
dialogue.Titles, foreign languages, and words requiring empha-
sis are underlined or in italics. Words that are sung usually ap-
pear enclosed by musical notes.
For television programs broadcasting with closed captions, look
in your TV guide for the closed captions symbol (CC).
To view closed captions
Press CLOSED CAPTION to
switch between normal TV and the
two closed caption modes (cap-
tions and full screen text). Closed
captioning will display text on the
screen for hearing impaired
viewers.
NOTES:
When selecting closed captions, the captioning will be delayed approximately 10 seconds.
If no caption signal is received, no captions will appear, but the television will remain in the caption mode.
• Misspellings or unusual characters may occasionally appear during closed captioning. This is normal with
closed captioning, especially with live programs. This is because during live programs, captions are also
entered live. These transmissions do not allow time for editing.
• When captions are being displayed, on-screen displays, such as volume and mute may not be seen or may
interfere with closed captions.
. Some cable systems and copy protection systems may interfere with the closed captioned signal.
If using an indoor antenna or if TV reception is very poor, the closed caption decoder may not appear or
may appear with strange characters or misspelled words. In this case, adjust the antenna for better reception
or use an outdoor antenna.
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Memorizing channels
This TV/VCR/DVD is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to
the next channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must
be programmed into the unit's memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this TV/VCB/DVD
can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels.To use this TV/VCR/DVD with an antenna, set the TV/CABLE
menu option to the TV mode. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the CABLE mode.
TV/CABLE selection
Press TV MENU in the TV/VCR mode, The TV/VCR menu
screen will appear,
2 Press _ or _" to select _ option.
Press • or • to select"TV/
CABLE".
Press _ or I_ to select "TV" or
"CABLE".
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Press TV MENU until the menu screen disappears.
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