RCA B27TF680 User Manual
TV/VCR/DVD
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
Important Information
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
CAUTION
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS
AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade
of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
Note:
This DVD player is designed and
manufactured to respond to the
Region Management Information. If
the Region number of a DVD disc does
not correspond to the Region number
of this DVD player, this DVD player
cannot play the disc. The Region
number for this DVD player is Region
No 1.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed
images for extended periods of time can cause them to be
permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture
tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, etc.
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your
warranty.
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and,
in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
Information
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.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. Returning the card
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 in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product.
Model No. _____________________________________ Serial No. _________________________________________
Purchase Date:______________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ______________________________________________________________________________
Introduction
Key Features Overview
Your TV/VCR/DVD is equipped with features that will add to your TV/VCR/DVD viewing experience. The
following information summarizes these features. See Chapter 3 for more information about the features and
how to use them.
TV GUIDELINES
AGE D L S V FV
TV-Y - - - - TV-Y7 - - - -
TV-G - - - - TV-PG - - - - TV-14 - - - - TV-MA - - - - -
MPAA
G --
SELECT / : SET OK
PG --
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
PG-13 - R BLOCK
NC-17 BLOCK
X BLOCK
SELECT / : SET OK
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
PARENTAL SETUP
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OFF
CODE: USA
:VIEW
:BLOCK
Parental Controls
Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based
ratings, and/or movie ratings that can be watched on your TV.
Requirements:
• For TV Parental Controls, set up the TV GUIDELINES and MPAA
menus in the TV’s main menu (Chapter 3 has details).
• The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the
program to your TV in order for your TV to block the program.
• For DVD Parental Controls, set up the PARENTAL CONTROL menu in
the DVD’s setup menu (instructions on page 61).
• The DVD must be recorded using the rating system for your DVD
player to block the program.
Record One Channel While Watching Another
Description: Your TV/VCR/DVD is equipped with double tuners so you
can watch one channel on TV while recording another channel on the
VCR (instructions on page 18).
Requirements:
• Insert a tape into the VCR.
• Put the TV/VCR/DVD in VCR mode.
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Introduction
Index Search
Description: Provides a quicker way to find segments of a program on a
videotape (instructions on page 41).
Requirements:
• Insert the pre-recorded tape into the VCR.
INDX 2
0:30:00 10:00AM OCT.15
ON
DVD
• Use the INDEX + and - buttons to locate the index mark.
Virtual Dolby (QSURROUND)
Description: This feature adds a surround effect to your audio.
Requirements:
• You must use the LINE OUT AUDIO L and R output jacks.
• Turn Compression off (Chapter 4 has details).
MP3 Audio Disc Playback
Description: Your DVD player can play back compatible MP3 audio
files recorded on CD-R or CD-RW discs.
Requirements:
• The discs must be recorded on compatible equipment (Chapter 4 has
details).
• The DVD player must be on.
TV/VCR/DVD Back Panel
LINE IN
IN 1
VIDEO
AUDIO
LINE
OUT
ANT/CABLE
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Digital Output Jacks (DVD Playback Only)
Description: The jacks on the back of your TV/VCR/DVD labeled
OPTICAL and COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT can be used to connect a
component with digital input jacks (like a dolby surround receiver).
Digital output jacks are capable of transferring encoded dolby and
provide a cleaner signal.
Requirements:
• The component you are connecting to the TV/VCR/DVD must have
digital input jacks.
• It is recommended that the component you are connecting is capable
of Dolby Digital decoding for the best sound quality.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Key Features Overview.................................................................................................... 1
Parental Controls ........................................................................................................ 1
Record One Channel While Watching Another ....................................................... 1
Index Search ............................................................................................................... 2
Virtual Dolby (QSURROUND) ..................................................................................... 2
MP3 Audio Disc Playback ...........................................................................................2
Digital Output Jacks (DVD Playback Only) ............................................................... 2
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect .........................................................................8
Protect Against Power Surges ................................................................................... 8
Protect Components from Overheating ................................................................... 8
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................ 8
Important Stand and Base Safety Information ........................................................ 8
Use Indirect Light ....................................................................................................... 8
Choose Your Connection .................................................................................................. 9
TV/VCR/DVD Only........................................................................................................... 10
TV/VCR/DVD + Satellite Receiver.................................................................................. 11
Dolby Digital® and DTS® .............................................................................................. 12
TV/VCR/DVD + Receiver................................................................................................. 13
Plug in the TV/VCR/DVD................................................................................................ 14
Put Batteries in the Remote........................................................................................... 14
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................. 14
Turn on the TV/VCR/DVD............................................................................................... 14
Initial Setup..................................................................................................................... 15
Select a Language .................................................................................................... 15
Automatically Searching for Channels .................................................................... 15
Add or Erase Channels .............................................................................................16
Turn the Energy Save Feature Off ...........................................................................16
Next Steps....................................................................................................................... 16
VCR Basics ....................................................................................................................... 17
Playing a Tape........................................................................................................... 17
Basic Recording ........................................................................................................ 17
Recording One Channel While Watching Another ................................................18
DVD Basics....................................................................................................................... 19
Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 19
Regional Coding ....................................................................................................... 19
Using Different Menus ............................................................................................. 19
Loading and Playing Discs ....................................................................................... 20
Using a Disc Menu.......................................................................................................... 21
Using the On-Screen Options Menu ............................................................................. 22
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Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control
The Buttons on the Remote Control .............................................................................24
Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ......................................... 27
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote ....................................................... 27
How to Program the Remote .................................................................................. 27
How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It .......................................... 28
How to Order A New Remote Control .......................................................................... 28
Code List .......................................................................................................................... 29
Chapter 3: Using the TV/VCR/DVD’s Features
Parental Controls and V-Chip .........................................................................................32
How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 32
New Rating Systems ................................................................................................. 32
TV Guidelines Rating Limit ...................................................................................... 33
MPAA Rating Limit ................................................................................................... 35
Download New Rating System ................................................................................ 36
Turning V-Chip Block On and Off............................................................................ 36
Recording Features ......................................................................................................... 37
Recording Speeds ..................................................................................................... 37
Recording Pause ....................................................................................................... 37
Types of Recording ...................................................................................................37
One-Touch Recording............................................................................................... 38
Timer Recording ....................................................................................................... 38
Check, Change, or Delete Timer Recordings .......................................................... 39
Copying and Editing Tapes ...................................................................................... 40
Recording from the DVD Player .............................................................................. 40
Picture Search Options ................................................................................................... 41
Frame Advance ......................................................................................................... 41
Slow Motion ............................................................................................................. 41
Index Search ............................................................................................................. 41
Tracking..................................................................................................................... 42
Time Counter ............................................................................................................42
Audio Features................................................................................................................42
Reception .................................................................................................................. 43
Tape Playback ........................................................................................................... 43
Disc Playback Features Using the Remote .................................................................... 44
Fast Motion Playback (Picture Scan) ....................................................................... 44
Freeze Frame ............................................................................................................ 44
Slow-Motion Playback ............................................................................................. 44
Select a Title.............................................................................................................. 44
Zoom ......................................................................................................................... 45
Using the Repeat Feature ........................................................................................ 45
Chapter 4: Playing Discs
Playing DVDs................................................................................................................... 48
Selecting a Title .............................................................................................48
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Selecting a Chapter .......................................................................................48
Selecting a Time Location ............................................................................. 49
Selecting Subtitles .........................................................................................49
Changing the Camera Angle ........................................................................49
Changing the Audio ...................................................................................... 50
Changing the Virtual Dolby (QSURROUND) Setting ..................................50
Changing the Digital Gamma Setting .......................................................... 51
Changing the Digital Super Picture Setting ................................................ 51
Playing Audio CDs .......................................................................................................... 52
Disc Playback Features Using the Remote .............................................................. 52
Scan Playback ........................................................................................................... 52
Pause .........................................................................................................................52
Track Advance........................................................................................................... 52
Using the Repeat Feature ........................................................................................52
Playing MP3 Discs........................................................................................................... 53
To Play an MP3 Disc .................................................................................................. 53
Playback Features Using the Remote ......................................................................54
Pause .........................................................................................................................54
Track (File) Advance ................................................................................................. 54
Using the Repeat Feature ........................................................................................54
Chapter 5: Using the Menu System
How to Use Your Menu System .................................................................................... 56
Time Menu ................................................................................................................ 56
Video Adjust Menu .................................................................................................. 57
Audio Adjust Menu .................................................................................................. 58
Language Menu ....................................................................................................... 58
Setting Closed-Caption Modes ................................................................................58
Additional Setup Features .......................................................................................59
The DVD Menu System .................................................................................................. 59
TV MODE ........................................................................................................ 60
Set Parental Limits ..........................................................................................61
Select Audio Settings ...................................................................................... 62
Select the Disc Language .............................................................................. 63
Select the On-Screen Display Language ........................................................ 63
Disc Language Codes ............................................................................................... 64
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Chapter 6: Other Information
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................. 66
The Front of Your TV/VCR/DVD.....................................................................................70
Back Panel Jacks.............................................................................................................. 71
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 72
Limited Warranty............................................................................................................ 74
Finding the TV/VCR’s Video Line Input Channel .......................................................... 76
Accessories...................................................................................................................... 77
Index................................................................................................................................79
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Chapter 1
Connections & Setup
Chapter Overview:
• Things to Consider Before You Connect
• Choose Your Connection
• Connections
• Plug in the TV/VCR/DVD
• Put Batteries in the Remote
• How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Initial Setup
• Turn on the TV/VCR/DVD
• Initial Setup
• VCR Basics
• DVD Basics
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Connections & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV/VCR/DVD and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet
packed with your TV/VCR/DVD.
Protect Components from Overheating
• Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can
circulate freely.
• Don’t stack components.
• When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won’t
flow around other components.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
• If you place components above the TV/VCR/DVD, route all cables down the side of the back of the
TV/VCR/DVD instead of straight down the middle.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables
away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV/VCR/DVD carefully. Place the TV/VCR/DVD on a stand or base that is of
adequate size and strength to prevent the TV/VCR/DVD from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or
pulled off. This could cause personal injury and/or damage to the TV/VCR/DVD. Refer to the Important
Safeguards sheet packed with your TV/VCR/DVD.
Use Indirect Light
Don’t place the TV/VCR/DVD where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
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Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your TV/VCR/DVD. Please use the following chart to
determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your
TV/VCR/DVD.
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Cables
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• coaxial
• audio/video
• coaxial
• audio left and right
• optical digital
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page 10
page 11
page 12
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV/VCR/DVD
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Notes: Audio/Video cables (A/V cables for short) are usually sold as a bundled set, but the connection
picture in this book shows each cable separately for better visibility.
This TV/VCR/DVD’s OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack fully complies with the international standard
governing this type of jack (IEC958), and is designed for connection to a Dolby Digital (AC-3® or PCM)
receiver or Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) decoder. Older equipment, some of which is not fully
compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such a connection
using anything other than Dolby Digital AC-3 or PCM receiver or decoder could create a high noise
level, causing damage to headphones or speakers.
Coaxial cable
Chapter 1 9
Audio/Video cables Optical Digital cable
Connections & Setup
TV/VCR/DVD Back Panel
D
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LINE IN
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN 1
LINE
OUT
ANT/CABLE
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1
From Antenna/Cable Feed
TV/VCR/DVD Only
1. Connect the antenna/cable feed to the TV/VCR/DVD.
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the ANT/CABLE jack on the
TV/VCR/DVD.
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Connections & Setup
LINE IN
LINE
OUT
D
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IN 1
VIDEO
AUDIO
ANT/CABLE
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1B
Satellite Receiver
Back Panel
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Note: The back of your satellite receiver might not look exactly like the one
shown here.
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S-VIDEO
2
From Antenna/Cable Feed
SATELLITE
CH3
CH4
IN
3
From
Satellite
TV/VCR/DVD + Satellite Receiver
1. Connect the satellite receiver to the TV/VCR/DVD.
A. Connect one end of a coaxial cable (not included) to the TV/VCR/DVD’s
ANT/CABLE jack. Connect the other end to the satellite receiver’s Antenna Output jack
(sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).
B. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect audio cables (white and red) to the TV/VCR/DVD’s
LINE IN/IN 1 AUDIO (L and R) jacks and the other ends to the satellite receiver’s
corresponding Audio Output jacks. Connect one end of the video cable to the TV/VCR/DVD’s
LINE IN/IN 1 VIDEO jack, and the other end to the satellite receiver’s Video Output jack.
2. Connect antenna or cable to your satellite receiver.
Connect the coaxial cable from your antenna, cable feed, or cable box to the Antenna Input jack
on the satellite receiver (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
3. If necessary, connect the satellite’s antenna cable to the satellite receiver.
If the coaxial cable from the satellite dish antenna isn’t already connected to the satellite
receiver’s Input jack (sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN), connect it now.
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TV/VCR/DVD Back Panel
LINE IN
LINE
OUT
IN 1
D
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VIDEO
AUDIO
1A
ANT/CABLE
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Note: The back of your Dolby Digital* or DTS** receiver might not look exactly
like the one shown here.
Dolby Digital® and DTS
®
Both Dolby Digital and DTS are audio formats used to record 5.1-channel audio signals onto the
digital track of film (while the film is being made). Both of these formats provide up to six separate
channels: left, right, center, left rear, right rear, and common subwoofer.
The disc will play 5.1-channel sound only if you’ve connected a DTS or Dolby Digital receiver or
decoder and if the original movie the disc was recorded from was encoded in the Dolby Digital or
DTS format.
Please Read this Before Using the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Jack!
This TV/VCR/DVD’s digital output jack is designed for a connection to a Dolby Digital or DTS
receiver or decoder. There are two types of Digital Out jacks on this unit: optical and coaxial. Use
the jack (and the corresponding cable) that matches the type of Digital Audio In jack your
receiver or decoder has.
Older digital equipment may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such a
connection can create a high level of noise that may be harmful to your ears, and could damage
headphones or speakers.
It is important to choose the correct digital output setting in the TV/VCR/DVD’s audio menu,
especially when you use the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack (Chapter 5 has details).
*Dolby Digital is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation
**DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Home Theater Systems, Inc.
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TV/VCR/DVD + Receiver
1A. Connect the Dolby Digital or DTS receiver to the TV/VCR/DVD
If you have a Dolby Digital or DTS receiver with a Digital Input jack, connect an optical
digital cable (not provided) into the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack on the TV/VCR/DVD
player and to the Digital Input jack on the back of the receiver. You must also set the
digital output setting in the DVD setup menu (Chapter 5 has details). Also, check the
audio within the DVD Options menu to make sure it is set up correctly (Chapter 4 has
details).
Note: The illustration on the left shows a digital optical cable connection. If your receiver has a
coaxial Audio In jack, use a shielded (coaxial) video or audio cable with RCA plugs at both ends to
connect the coaxial digital jacks on the TV/VCR/DVD and the A/V receiver.
or
1B. Connect the A/V receiver to the TV/VCR/DVD
Connect the A/V cables to an A/V (audio/video) receiver. Connect audio cables to the
TV/VCR/DVD’s LINE OUT AUDIO (L and R) jacks and the other ends to the receiver’s
corresponding Audio Input jacks.
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Plug in the TV/VCR/DVD
Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of the plug with the
wide slot in the outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet.
Put Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote.
2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the batteries with the
diagram on the remote.
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.
VCR
button
Arrow buttons
(up, down,
left, right), and
the OK button
TV button
ON•OFF
VCR2
REPEAT
DVD
SOUNDMUTE
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REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
RECORD STOP PAUSE
DVD SETUP
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MENU
INDEX+
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup
The technical term is called “navigation” – how you move through the on-screen
menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your
choice and select it.
To highlight (or point to) an item on the screen, press the arrow buttons on the
remote (you’ll notice the highlight moves). Use the up or down arrow button to
move up or down respectively. Use the left or right arrow buttons to move left
or right respectively.
To select an item you’ve highlighted, press the OK button.
Turn on the TV/VCR/DVD
To turn on the TV/VCR/DVD and place it in the TV mode, press the TV button
on the remote and then press the ON•OFF button or the POWER button on the
front of the unit (the POWER indicator on the front panel lights).
Note: If the screen seems dim, you can turn off the Energy Save feature.
Instructions are on page 16.
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Initial Setup
The first time you turn on your TV/VCR/DVD, you’ll be asked to set a few screens so that your
TV/VCR/DVD will be set up correctly. Complete the following steps to set up your TV/VCR/DVD.
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
ESPANOL
FRANCAIS
SELECT / : SET OK
CONNECT ANTENNA
OR CABLE.
START AUTO CH PRESET?
YES OK
NO MENU
PLEASE WAIT
AUTO PROGRAMMING
AIR 2
STOP OK
Select a Language
The first time you turn on the TV, the SELECT LANGUAGE menu appears on the
screen. If you want the TV on-screen menus to appear in English, press the OK
button on the remote control. If you want the on-screen menus to appear in a
different language, follow these steps.
1. Press the down arrow on the remote to highlight ESPANOL (Spanish) or
FRANCAIS (French).
2. Press OK to select the language.
Note: If you need to change the language later, you can access this menu from the
main MENU (Chapter 5 has details).
Automatically Searching for Channels
The next part of the initial setup asks you if you want to start AUTO CH PRESET
(also called auto programming or auto channel search) – this enables the
TV/VCR/DVD to search for all of the channels that are viewable through your
cable TV connection or off-air antenna.
1. If you’ve connected your antenna or cable, press the OK button on the
remote (auto programming starts).
When the search is complete the TV/VCR/DVD automatically tunes to the first
channel in the channel list.
Note: If the clock set screen appears, you can set the clock now or later (Chapter 5
has details).
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MENU
T I M E
VIDEO ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLOSED CAPTION
TIMER RECORDINGS
LANGUAGE
SETTING
V-CHIP BLOCK
SETTING
SELECT / : SET OK
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
FUNCTION
AUTO CH PRESET
AIR/CABLE
CH SEARCH
CH MEMORY
CABLE
CH MEMORY
SELECT / : SET OK
AIR 54
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
ADD
SELECT / : SET OK
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
MENU
T I M E
VIDEO ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLOSED CAPTION
TIMER RECORDINGS
LANGUAGE
SETTING
V-CHIP BLOCK
SETTING
SELECT / : SET OK
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
FUNCTION
AUTO CH PRESET
FUNCTION
AIR/CABLE
CH SEARCH
ENERGY SAVE ON
CH MEMORY
BLUE SCREEN OFF
CABLE
REPEAT PLAY OFF
SELECT / : SET OK
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
Add or Erase Channels
You might want to add or erase some channels if they’re inactive, have weak
signals, or you don’t want them in your channel list. The channel list is the list
of channels the TV tunes to when you press the channel up and/or channel
down buttons.
Note: Even if you erase a channel, you can still tune to it by pressing the number
buttons on the remote control.
1. Press TV MENU on the remote (the main MENU appears).
2. Press the down arrow button to highlight SETTING.
3. Press OK (the SETTING menu appears).
4. Press the down arrow button to highlight CH MEMORY.
5. Press OK (the CH MEMORY menu appears). Follow the on-screen directions
to ADD or ERASE a channel.
6. You can add or erase more channels by entering the channel number or
pressing CH + or CH –.
Turn the Energy Save Feature Off
This feature reduces the brightness of the picture, lowering the power
consumption of your TV/VCR/DVD by approximately 20 percent. To turn off the
ENERGY SAVE feature:
1. Press TV MENU (the main MENU appears).
2. Press the up arrow button to highlight SETTING and press OK. The SETTING
menu appears with FUNCTION highlighted. Press OK.
3. The FUNCTION menu appears with ENERGY SAVE highlighted. Press OK
(ON flashes).
4. Press the down arrow to change to OFF, then press OK.
5. Press TV MENU to exit.
SELECT / : SET OK
PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU
Next Steps
Now that you’ve finished the initial setup for your product, you have several
options- watch TV, play a disc, play a tape, or record a program. The rest of this
chapter provides basic information for recording, playing tapes, and playing
discs. For more detailed information about the TV/VCR/DVD’s features, go to
Chapter 3. To learn more about the remote control that came with this product,
go to Chapter 2.
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VCR Basics
Now that you’ve finished the initial setup, you can watch TV or start using the VCR part of your
product.
Playing a Tape
1. Insert a tape in the VCR (the VCR turns on automatically and the VCR
indicator lights on the front panel).
If the safety tab on the videotape is removed, the tape automatically begins
playback.
2. Press the VCR button on the remote to put the remote in VCR mode.
• Press FORWARD or REVERSE on the remote to advance the tape
forwards or backwards respectively.
• Press PLAY (if necessary) to begin playing the tape.
• Press PAUSE for stop action.
• Press TRACK + or - on the remote to remove any streaks from the
VCR indicator
picture, if necessary.
• Press STOP to stop playing the tape.
• Press STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR/DVD when the tape is stopped to
eject the tape.
Automatic Rewind
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape when it reaches the end of the tape
during playback. While rewinding, you can press the ON•OFF button on the
remote and the VCR ejects the tape and turns off after rewinding.
Basic Recording
1. Insert a videotape, with its safety tab in place, into the TV/VCR/DVD.
Note: You can’t record on a tape with the safety tab removed. If the safety tab is
removed and you want to record on the tape, simply cover the hole with adhesive
tape.
2. Make sure the remote is in VCR mode by pressing the VCR button.
3. Press RECORD to begin recording. The RECORD indicator on the front
panel lights.
4. Press STOP when you want to stop recording.
If you want to pause the recording for a short time (such as during a
commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.
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Recording One Channel While Watching Another
1. Insert a videotape, with its safety tab in place, into the VCR.
Note: You can’t record on a tape with the safety tab removed. If the safety tab is
removed and you want to record on the tape, simply cover the hole with adhesive
tape.
2. Make sure the remote is in VCR mode by pressing the VCR button.
3. Use the CH +/– buttons to select the channel you want to record and press
the RECORD button to begin recording. The RECORD indicator on the front
panel lights.
4. Press TV (the VCR indicator turns off) and then press VIEW to switch to the
TV. Use the CH +/– buttons to tune to the channel you want to watch.
Note: If you want to review what the VCR is recording, press VIEW (the VCR
indicator lights) and the TV/VCR/DVD tunes to what the VCR is recording.
5. Press STOP when you want to stop recording.
Note: If you want to pause the recording for a short time (such as during a
commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.
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DVD Basics
The first time you turn on the DVD player, press the DVD SETUP button while the player is
stopped. The OSD LANGUAGE SETUP screen appears on the TV screen.
OSD LANGUAGE SETUP
LANGUAGE: ENGLISH
Set the Menu Language
By default, the DVD’s on-screen displays are shown in English. If you want the
on-screen menus to appear in English, press OK on the remote.
To change the language:
1. Press the down arrow button on the remote until the appropriate language
is highlighted.
2. Press OK on the remote.
This screen sets all language preferences for on-screen displays to the same
language. You can use the DVD setup menu to set individual language
preferences (Chapter 5 has details).
Note: If the TV screen seems dim, turn off the Energy Save feature ( Chapter 5 has
details).
Regional Coding
Both the DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes
must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes don’t match, the disc won’t
play. This player’s code is Region 1.
Using Different Menus
Each disc is programmed with different features. There are three separate menu
paths that you can use to access features: Remember that a feature will only
work if the disc was programmed with that feature.
• The Disc menu – The disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from
the DVD player’s menus. The contents of each disc menu varies according
to how the disc was authored and what features are included. The disc
menu is turned on and off (while the disc is playing) with the DISC MENU
button on the remote.
• The DVD’s Options menu – The options menu appears as icons down the
side of the screen when a disc is playing. It shows you the current settings,
lets you adjust the settings, and gives you direct access via title, chapter, or
time location. This menu is available when a disc is playing. Press the DVD
OPTIONS button on the remote to display and remove this menu.
• The DVD’s Setup menu – The setup menu lets you set up several features
of the DVD player for your personal preferences. This menu is accessed
only when the DVD player is stopped. Press the DVD SETUP button on the
remote to display and remove this menu.
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Loading and Playing Discs
Your DVD player plays DVD discs (3” and 5” discs), audio CD discs (3” and 5” discs), and CD-
R/CD-RW discs recorded in MP3 format or audio format (3” and 5” discs). On CD-G and CDEXTRA discs, only the sound can be played (no images). Before you load a disc, make sure that
it is compatible with the player. The following discs CANNOT be used with this player:
• Laserdiscs
• Photo CD, CD-I, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Audio, SACD and CD-ROM
• Discs recorded using other broadcast standards (i.e. PAL or SECAM)
• Discs with unusual shapes (heart or hexagonal)
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To Load and Play a Disc
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on the front of the DVD player. The disc tray
opens.
2. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up (double-sided
discs have content on both sides, so you can place either side up).
3. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button. The disc tray closes.
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4. Press the DVD button on the remote control. Then press PLAY on the front
of the DVD player or on the remote.
The DVD player reads the disc’s table of contents, and then one of two
things happens depending on how the disc was programmed:
• The disc starts playing.
• The disc menu appears on the screen. One of the options will start disc
play. Highlight that option and press OK on the remote.
When you stop playing a disc, the player remembers where you stopped. When
you start playing the disc again, the DVD player picks up where you left off
unless the disc is removed, the player is unplugged, or you pressed the STOP
button twice.
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Using a Disc Menu
Some discs have an on-screen menu that is separate from the DVD player’s menus. The disc
menu might only contain a list of the titles and chapters or it may allow you to change features
such as language and playback settings. Although the content and operation of disc menus vary
from disc-to-disc, the following example gives you an idea of what to expect.
1. While the disc is playing, press DISC MENU on the remote. The disc menu
appears.
An example of a disc menu. The
menus on discs vary because the disc
menu is created by the disc’s author.
2. Press the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the section of the disc
menu you want to choose, and press OK on the remote. In the example on
the left, Language has been selected.
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and start playing automatically.
To access the disc menu when
you’re playing a disc, press DISC
MENU on the remote.
In this example, The Language
setting is highlighted. To see the
language options, press OK on the
remote.
3. Press the up and down arrows to select a language, and press OK on the
remote.
4. Press DISC MENU on the remote to resume playback.
Note: Any settings you change on the disc menu only override the settings in the
DVD player’s menu temporarily. Default settings are set up in the DVD player’s
menu system. To change the default settings, go to Chapter 5.
In this example, English is
highlighted. Press OK on the remote
to play the disc with English dialog.
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Using the On-Screen Options Menu
The on-screen Options Menu contains many playback features. Press the DVD OPTIONS button
on the remote while a disc is playing. Each feature is illustrated with an icon. Use the up or
down arrow button on the remote to highlight the icon.
Note: Either up or down arrow button allows you to highlight an icon. Depending where the icon is
located on-screen, one button might be quicker to access the icon than the other.
When an icon is highlighted, press OK on the remote. Use the up or down arrow button to
display other options if they are available, and press the OK button to select the highlighted
option.
To return to a previous screen, press the RETURN button on the remote.
Remember, you can only access the options menu when you are playing a disc. An option is
only available if the disc was created with that particular feature (i.e., if you select the subtitle
icon, you won’t be able to change the subtitle unless the disc was created with subtitles).
The invalid symbol appears on the screen when you press a button that doesn’t have any
function. Press STOP or DVD OPTIONS on the remote to remove the screen.
Note: Chapter 4 has details about playing DVDs, Audio CDs, and MP3s.
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Chapter 2
Using the Remote
Control
Chapter Overview:
• The Buttons on the Remote Control
• Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components
• How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It
• How to Order a New Remote Control
• Code List
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The Buttons on the Remote Control
Your backlit remote has a light button that glows in the dark. Press this button to light the
channel up and channel down (CH +/–), volume up and down (VOL </>), MUTE, SOUND,
SPEED-ZOOM, RETURN and the backlight buttons. If you don’t press any buttons for several
seconds, the light turns off to conserve battery power.
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Component Buttons
DVD button Use this button to set the remote to operate the DVD player.
SAT•CABLE button Use this button to set the remote to operate the receiver
or cable box. Used with ON•OFF button to turn on some brands of receivers or
cable boxes.
TV button Use this button to set the remote to operate the TV.
VCR button Use this button to set the remote to operate the VCR.
VCR2 button Use this button to set the remote to operate a second VCR.
TV and VCR Function Buttons
Press TV to put the remote in the TV mode. Press VCR to put the remote in VCR
mode.
0-9 (Number buttons) Enter channel numbers directly through the remote.
To enter a 2-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a 3-digit channel, press
and hold the first digit until two dashes appear on the screen (to the right of the
first number), then add the next two digits. Example: to tune to channel 123,
press and hold 1 until 1– – appears, press 2, then press 3. Also use the number
buttons to enter your password for Parental Controls.
Arrow buttons (up, down, right, and left) Press the arrow buttons to move
through the on-screen menus. You highlight a menu item by pressing the arrow
buttons. You select a highlighted item by pressing the OK button.
CH (+ and –) buttons Scan up or down through stored channels. Press once
to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing
channels.
CLEAR Resets the time counter on the VCR.
FORWARD (fast forward) Fast forwards the tape when the TV/VCR is
stopped. Also searches the picture in forward motion during playback. The
remote must be in VCR mode.
INDEX (+ and –) buttons Searches for recorded index marks. The remote must be in VCR mode.
INFO Displays current status. Displays time counter and time-remaining display
when a tape is inserted. Press again to remove information on-screen.
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