RCA RTD205 User Manual
Home Theater
User’s Guide
RTD205
Changing Entertainment. Again.
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FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two : (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 radiates radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Thomson
multimedia Inc. could void the user’s authority to
operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF)
energy, and if not installed and used properly, this
equipment may cause interference to radio and
television reception.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television reception (which you can determine by
unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the
antenna for the radio or television that is “receiving”
the interference).
• Move the unit away from the equipment that is
receiving interference.
• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the
unit and the equipment receiving interference are on
different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference,
please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/
television technician for additional suggestions.
Also, the Federal Communications Commission has
prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve
Radio TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available
from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-003454 when ordering copies.
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR
Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.
For Your Safety
The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than
the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way.
If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely, turn the
plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it still
won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the
outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass
this safety feature.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk
of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.
ATTENTION – Pour réduire les risques d’incendie, utiliser
uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26
AWG au de section supérleure.
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 player cannot
play the disc. The Region number for this DVD player is
Region No 1.
SERVICE INFORMATION
This product should be serviced only by those specially
trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For
instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the
warranty included in this Guide.
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.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B est
conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du Canada
RFC: CTM-9800723-KS5
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
THE LIGHTNING
FLAS H AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING S IGN
ALER TING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
SE E MAR KING ON B OTTOM / BACK OF P RODUCT
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO R EDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SE RVICE
PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALER TING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture. No objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on
the apparatus.
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Table of Contents
Connections and Setup
Things to consider before you connect ................... 2
Accessories provided ................................................ 2
Front panel controls ................................................. 3
Connecting to audiovisual equipment .................... 4
Connecting the antenna .......................................... 4
Magnetic shielding ......................................................... 6
Positioning speakers ................................................. 5
Connecting the speakers ............................................... 5
Front speaker placement .............................................. 6
Preferred surround placement .................................... 6
Test tone/Channel balance ........................................... 7
The Remote Control
Remote control functions in DVD/CD mode ............ 8
Remote control functions in TV mode ...................... 9
Inserting batteries in the remote control ................ 9
Playing Discs – Basic Functions
Compatible discs ..................................................... 10
Compatible formats ................................................ 10
Regional coding ...................................................... 10
Operating the DVD receiver ................................... 10
Loading discs ..................................................................10
Playing discs ...................................................................10
Description of the various menus .......................... 11
Basic Playback Operations ..................................... 12
Playback .......................................................................... 12
Accelerated play ........................................................... 12
Pause ............................................................................... 12
Frame advance .............................................................. 12
Variable slow motion .................................................. 12
Changing chapter/track ............................................. 12
Zoom ................................................................................ 12
The Info Menu
Using the Info menu .............................................. 13
Time display ................................................................... 14
Title/chapter (DVD)/track (audio CD and VCD) .... 14
Subtitles (DVD) ............................................................. 14
Audio (DVD,VCD) .......................................................... 14
Play mode (all discs) .................................................... 15
Bookmark (DVD and audio CD) ................................ 15
Camera angle (DVD) .................................................... 16
PBC - PlayBack Control (VCD) .................................. 16
Sleep ................................................................................ 16
mp3 Files and JPEG Files
Playing mp3 files or displaying JPEG files .................. 17
Player Menus
Playmode selection ................................................. 18
Standard ......................................................................... 18
Random
(all discs except DVD) ......................................................... 18
(all discs except mp3/JPEG discs and JPEG) ................. 18
Program
IntroScan (Audio CD only) ......................................... 18
Parental Control settings ....................................... 19
Lock Player ..................................................................... 19
Change Password ......................................................... 19
Rated Titles .................................................................... 19
Unrated Titles ................................................................ 19
Display settings ....................................................... 20
TV Image ......................................................................... 20
Front Display ................................................................. 20
Black level ...................................................................... 20
Progressive Scan........................................................... 20
Sound settings ........................................................ 21
Sound Logic .................................................................... 21
Distance ...........................................................................21
Test tone ..........................................................................21
Downmix ......................................................................... 21
Language settings ................................................... 22
Player Menus ................................................................. 22
Disc Menus .................................................................... 22
Audio ............................................................................... 22
Subtitles .......................................................................... 22
Additional Information
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 23
Precautions .............................................................. 24
Use ................................................................................... 24
Cleaning .......................................................................... 24
Handling and caring for discs .................................. 24
Disc Formats you can play ..................................... 25
DVD-Video ...................................................................... 25
DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW ........................ 25
VCD - Video Compact Disc ........................................ 25
SVCD - Super Video Compact Disc ......................... 25
Audio CDs ....................................................................... 25
CD-R, CD-RW ................................................................ 25
mp3 files ......................................................................... 25
JPEG files ........................................................................ 25
Sound Enhancement Systems ................................ 26
Dolby Pro Logic II ......................................................... 26
Dolby Digital .................................................................. 26
Limited Warranty .................................................... 26
Illustrations contained in this document are for representation only.
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Things to consider before you connect
• Ensure that the mains supply in your house complies with that indicated on the identification
sticker located on the back of your unit.
• Install your unit horizontally, away from any source of heat (fireplace) or appliances creating
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rong magnetic or electric fields. The components of this unit are sensitive to heat. The
maximum ambient tempe
• Leave enough space around the unit to allow adequate ventilation: 10 cm on either side and
above the top, and 5 cm at the
• The humidity of the room should not exceed 75%. If you have to use the unit outdoors, do
not expose it to
rain or splashing water. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the appa
• Moving the unit from a cold place to a warm one can cause condensation on some
components inside the unit. Let the condensation disappear on its own befo
unit on again.
• Before moving the player, make sure the disc tray is empty.
Other important use and cleaning information at the end of the booklet.
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Caution!
Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product. This system
must be opened only by qualified technicians to p
DVD copy protection
In accordance with the DVD standard, your DVD player is equipped with a Copy Protection system,
which can be switched on and off by the DVD disc itself, in o
relevant DVD disc onto a videotape of very poor picture quality, or even impossible. This product
rates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
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Connections and Setup
Front panel controls
FRONT PANEL ILLUSTRATION TO COME
Open and close the disc tray.
Start playing a disc. Pause.
Stop disc playback.
DISC SKIP – Goes to the next slot in the disc tray. Above the disc skip
button indicator lights that show which disc is being played.
SOURCE - Select the input source. Above the source button are indicator
lights that show which source is active.
SUBWOOFER - Toggle between different subwoofer output levels.
SURROUND - Changes the surround sound settings. The LED lights when
Surround mode is active.
ON/STANDBY - Switch the unit on and off.
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COMPONENT VIDEO
REGULAR AND PROG SCAN
Composite
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S-VIDEO cable
Component
video cable
Connecting to audiovisual equipment
AUDIO IN
AUX 1 AUX 2
Video cables
Composite video cable (included)
The basic Video jack (usually color-coded yellow) is also referred to as composite
video. Usually the video cable is bundled with the audio cables (white and red).
S-VIDEO cable (not included)
The S-VIDEO(separate video) jack provides better picture quality than composite
video (the VIDEO jack) because the color is kept separate from the black and
white part of the video signal. If you are using S-video, you must connect the
audio jacks to get sound. If you use S-video to connect to another component,
you must choose the S-Video option in the Video menu (see page 20).
Component video cables Pr, Pb, Y) (not included)
The Pr, Pb, Y jacks provide optimum picture quality by separating the video signal
into three parts. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables
(yellow) for the connection. You can also buy bundled component video cables
that are color-coded to match the Y, Pb, Pr inputs (green, blue and red). If you
use component video to connect to another component, you must choose the
Component option in the Video menu (see page 20).
Note: If your television is a high definition television, use the DVD player’s progressive scan
output to get the highest possible video resolution. Set the Progressive Scan option in the
Display menu to On (see page 20).
Note: If one of the devices is not working, check that all the cables have been inserted
properly into the jacks.
Explanation of jacks and cables
The jacks on the back of your receiver (pictured left) and the
cables shown below are used to connect to other components.
The video jacks are OUT jacks, which need to be connected to
IN jacks on the TV or monitor you’re connecting to (so the
video content goes from the receiver to the screen). The audio
jacks are IN jacks, which need to be connected to OUT jacks on
the component you’re connecting to, so the sound from the
component comes into the receiver (and out through the
speakers).
Audio cables (not included)
AUDIO L (left) and R (right)
These jacks and cables are often color-coded (red for right audio, and white for
left audio). You must connect audio cables to the AUDIO L and R jacks if you are
using S-video.
Audio cables
(red and white)
Note: If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white L/
Mono) audio jack on the TV and don’t connect the right audio part of the cable.
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Connecting the speakers
Six speakers are provided with the unit (2 front, 1
cente
r, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). To achieve good
round effects, all six speakers need to be
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One speaker
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wire is attached with each speaker.
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re from the back of each
to the corresponding color terminal at the
ress down the tab to open the
and insert the wire (1). Release the tab to
re in the terminal (2). Do the same for center
r, rear speakers and the subwoofer.
Note: When connecting the speakers, make sure the
polarities (“+” speaker wire to “+” on the receiver) of
speaker wires and terminals match. If the cords are
reversed, the sound will be distorted. Do not ground the
output line, it will damage the speaker.
(1)
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(2)
Positioning speakers
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Left, Right (Front Speakers)
Front speakers carry primarily music and sound effects.
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Center
In sur
round mode, the center speaker carries most of the
dialog as well as music and effects. It should be set
the left and right speake
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rear speakers’ overall sound balance should be as close
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as possible
to the front speakers. Proper placement is vital to
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establish an evenly distributed sound field.
Subwoofer
A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass
effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.) which
dramatically heighten the action on the screen.
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Magnetic shielding
Speakers placed less than two feet from the TV set must be magnetically shielded in order to
prevent picture distortion. Front and center speakers provided with this unit are magnetically
shielded to protect your TV set.
Note: It is not recommended to place the rear speakers and subwoofer near the TV set.
Front speaker placement
Follow the suggestions for speaker placement below to get the
best results.
Alignment
Align the center speaker evenly with (A) or slightly behind (B) (the
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left and right speakers), but not ahead of them.
Angle
Place the left and right speakers to form a 45-degree angle with
your favorite viewing position to duplicate the soundtrack mixer’s
perspective.
Height
The mid- and high-frequency drivers of the three front speakers
should be as close as possible to the same height. This often
requires placing the center speaker directly on top (A) or beneath
(B) the TV set.
Preferred surround placement
Location
If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the
listening area, not behind it.
Height
If space permits, install surround speakers 2-3 feet above
viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects.
Aiming
Aim surround speakers straight across the room, not down
at viewers, to help create a more open, spacious surround
sound field.
Alternative Surround Placement
Rear wall
If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers
at each other (A), towards the front (B) or towards the
sidewalls (C, D). Experiment with placement until sounds
seem to surround you, rather than come from behind you.
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No adjacent walls
Surround speakers can go on stands facing each other to
approximate sidewall mounting (A), or to the sides or rear of
the viewing area, aimed upwards; they can go right on the
floor, or preferably, a few feet off the floor such as on end
tables (B).
Test tone/Channel balance
Channel balance
Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for
balancing the channels. As the signal “travels” from channel
to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays
at the same loudness level (see page 21).
Level adjustment and surround channel level expectation
Even though you adjust the surround channel to be as loud
as the others on the test signal, on actual program material
the surround channel is usually much lower than the front.
Don’t re-adjust the surround level; program producers use
surround for subtle atmospherics and ambience, and only
rarely for special effects.
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