RCA RTD396 User Manual

USER MANUAL

RTD396

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It's important to read this instruction prior to using your new product for the  rst time.

FCC Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

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Increase the separation between the

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equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on

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a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /

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TV technician for help.

WARNING: Changes or modi cations to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Ventilation

You must adequately ventilate the product. Make sure there is adequate space around the unit to provide proper air flow for ventilation. See diagram.

7 cm

10 cm

7 cm

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  t, contact a quali ed electrician to change the outlet, or use a di erent one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature. Removing the power plug is the only way to completely remove power from your product. Make sure the power plug remains easily accessible. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF WALL OUTLET, THEN FULLY INSERT.

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 1.

Important Information

THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” INSIDE THE PRODUCT. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

WARNING: MAINS PLUG IS USED AS DISCONNECT DEVICE AND IT SHOULD REMAIN READILY OPERABLE DURING INTENDED USE. IN ORDER TO DISCONNECT THE APPARATUS FROM MAINS COMPLETELY, THE MAINS PLUG SHOULD BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SOCKET OUTLET COMPLETELY.

Caution

This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open covers and do not repair yourself. Refer servicing to qualified persionnel. Visible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam.

Class 1 laser product

This system must be opend only by qualified technicains to prevent accidents caused by the laser beam.

This product contains a low power laser device.

WARNING To reduce the risk of  re or electric shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects  lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

The symbol for Class II (Double lnsulation)

Important Information

Important battery information

• Do not mix di erent types of batteries or new and old batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.

• In order to avoid any risk of explosion, observe the polarities indicated inside the battery compartment. Replace only with the type of batteries speci ed. Do not dispose of them in a  re or recharge them.

• If you are not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

• Do not dispose of batteries in a  re. Batteries may explode or leak.

• Batteries should always be disposed of with the environment in mind. Always dispose of batteries in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

If your product operates on batteries, adhere to the following precautions:

Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a

di erent battery type, if inserted incorrectly, or if all batteries are not replaced at the same time.

B. Any battery may leak electrolyte or explode if

disposed of in  re or an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.

C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking

batteries can cause skin burns or other personal injury. When discarding batteries, be sure to dispose of them in the proper manner, according to your state/provincial and local regulations.

D. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat

such as sunshine,  re or the like.

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 order to make any recording of the relevant DVD disc onto a videotape of very poor picture quality, or even impossible. 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 use only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Service information

This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques.

Please respect the environment and prevailing regulations. Before you dispose of batteries or accumulators, ask your dealer whether they are subject to special recycling and if they will accept them for disposal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read and save for future reference.

Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, as with any electronic product, precautions should be observed during handling and use.

Read these instructions.

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Keep these instructions.

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Heed all warnings.

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Follow all instructions.

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Do not use this apparatus near water.

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Clean only with a dry cloth.

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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

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accordance with the anufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such

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

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

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

Protect the power cord from being walked on

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or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Only use attachments / accessories speci ed by

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the manufacturer. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,

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

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

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when unused for long periods of time.

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Portable

Cart

Warning

Refer all servicing to qualified service

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personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Additional safety information

• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects  lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

• Always leave su cient space around the product for ventilation. Do not place product in or on a bed, rug, in a bookcase or cabinet that may prevent air  ow through vent openings.

• Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc. on the product.

• Connect power cord only to AC power source as marked on the product.

• Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into the product.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This product does not contain customer serviceable components.

• The mains plug of apparatus should not be obstructed OR should be easily accessed during intended use.

• Minimum 4 inches (10 cm) distances around the apparatus for su cient ventilations.

• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

• No naked  ame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus.

• The use of apparatus in moderate climates.

Connections and Setup

What’s included

OPEN/

FUNCTION

STANDBY/ON

SUBTITLE

MEMORY

GOTO

DISPLAY

SOUND

RETURN

AUDIO

ANGLE

SETUP

ENTER

VOLUME

STOP PLAY PAUSE

PREV NEXT

SLOW

+10

456

78 09

DISC

A-B

REPEAT

Remote

control and 2

AAA batteries

Main unit (receiver) Subwoofer

Left and right

front speakers

Center

speaker

Things to consider before you connect

• Ensure that the mains supply in your house complies with that indicated on the identi cation sticker located on the back of your unit.

• Install your unit horizontally, away from any source of heat ( replace) or appliances creating strong magnetic or electric  elds. The components of this unit are sensitive to heat. The maximum ambient temperature should not exceed 35°C / 95°F.

• Leave enough space around the unit to allow adequate ventilation: 10 cm/4 inches on either side and above the top, and 5 cm/2 inches at the rear.

• 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  lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

Left and right

Surround

Composite

Video Cable

Speakers

• 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 before turning the unit on again.

• Before moving the unit, make sure the disc tray is empty.

• Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

• Other important use and cleaning information at the end of the booklet.

Connections and Setup

Connecting your TV (VIDEO)

Method 1 (“good”) Composite video jack (yellow)

• The basic video jack is color-coded yellow.

• Video cable (yellow) is supplied for the connection for good picture quality.

• Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the receiver (RTD396 Home Theater) to the VIDEO IN jack on your TV so the video content goes from the receiver to the screen.

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Method 2 (“better”) Component video jacks (Pr, Pb, Y)

• The component video jacks are color-coded green, blue and red.

• Additional component video cables (not supplied) are required to provide best picture quality. They are usually color-coded green, blue and red.

• Connect the component VIDEO OUT jacks on the receiver to the component VIDEO IN jacks on your TV so the video content goes from the receiver to the screen.

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Rear of the unit

• If your television is a high de nition television, use the unit’s progressive scan output to get the highest possible video resolution. Set the Video out to “P-Scan” in SETUP menu.

• Make sure your TV supports progressive scan component video signal.

Connecting to AV sources such as Sat/Cable Box, Game Console or VCR

1. Connect the VIDEO IN jack on the back of the unit to the VIDEO OUT jack on the AV source.

2. Connect the AUDIO IN (ANALOG R/L) jacks on the back of the unit to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the AV source.

3. Connect the yellow plug from VIDEO OUT jack on your unit to VIDEO IN jack on your TV. Please refer to the “Connecting your TV (VIDEO) Method1“.

4. Press the FUNCTION button on the remote control to select AV IN mode.

AUDIO OUT

Video cable

(supplied)

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

Rear of the unit

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Sat/Cable Box

VIDEO

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Rear of the unit

Notes

• If you have a mono AV source, the volume level

from the speakers will be low. To avoid this, connect the left/right audio out from the unit to the left/ right audio inputs on your TV.

• If your AV source has Component Video outputs,

you may connect these directly to your TV while still using the AUDIO IN jacks on this unit for audio connection.

Connections and Setup

Getting sound from external sources such as a Cable Set Top Box or a TV

Using AUDIO IN (ANALOG R/L) jacks

1. Connect the AUDIO IN (ANALOG R/L) jacks on the back of the unit to the AUDIO OUT jacks on TV, VCR, Set Top Box or other component.

2. Press the FUNCTION button on the remote control to select AV IN mode.

AUDIOOUT

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Rear of the unit

Using AUX IN jack

1. Connect the Ø3.5mm AUX IN jack on the front

panel of the unit to the headphone output on mp3 players.

2. Press the FUNCTION button on the remote

control to select the AUX IN mode.

Note

Ø3.5mm jack to Ø3.5mm jack audio cable (not included).

• If the AUX IN audio signal is mono, you may not receive audio on all speakers.

Connecting AUDIO OUT to an auxiliary Audio System (optional connection)

This system allows you to connect to auxiliary audio systems such as a second audio ampli er or perhaps a wireless audio transmitter.

Using AUDIO OUT (ANALOG R/L) jacks

Using an audio cable (not supplied), connect the left/right AUDIO OUT jacks on your unit to the AUDIO IN jacks on your another equipment.

Audio System

AUDIO IN

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Rear of the unit

Using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack

Using a coaxial digital audio cable (not supplied), connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT on your unit to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN jack on your another equipment.

Audio System

DIGITALAUDIO IN

Coaxial Digital Audio cable

(not supplied)

VIDEO

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

Rear of the unit

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Connections and Setup

Connecting the speakers

The speaker plugs are color-coded to match the terminals. Insert the speaker plug from the back of each speaker into the corresponding color terminal at the back of the unit.

Note: Connecting speakers other than the speakers supplied with the unit, may damage the system.

Front speaker

Rear speaker

Center speaker

Right

Subwoofer

VIDE

VIDEO OUT

RIGHT

FRONT REAR REAR FRONT

LEFT

CENTERSUBWOOFER

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO IN

Front speaker

left

Rear speaker

To adjust each speaker volume level for optimum listening experience.

1) Turn on your TV.

2) Press SOUND button on the remote control to select Right (front right speaker).

3) Press or buttons to adjust the value up or down (between 0dB and 10dB). The value will be displayed on TV screen.

4) Repeat step (1) and (2) for the other speakers Left, Right surr., Left surr., Subwoofer.

Speaker gains may be set to levels of up to 10dB, actual max levels may also depend on your Volume Setting.

Connections and Setup

Positioning speakers

Courtesy Dolby Laboratories

1. Left, Right (Front Speakers) Front speakers carry primarily music and sound

e ects.

2. Center In surround mode, the center speaker carries

most of the dialog as well as music and e ects.

It should be set between the left and right

Speakers.

3. Surround (Rear Speakers) The surround speakers’ overall sound balance

should be as close as possible to the front Speakers. Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly distributed sound  eld.

4. Subwoofer A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful

low bass e ects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.).

Front speaker placement

For best results, follow the speaker placement below.

Alignment Align the center speaker evenly with (A) or slightly behind (B) (the left and right speakers), but not ahead of them.

Angle Place the left and right speakers to form a 45degree angle with your favorite viewing position to duplicate the soundtrack mixer’s perspective.

Height 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.

Note

It is not recommended to place the front speakers, surround speakers and subwoofer near the TV set.

Connections and Setup

Better 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 e ects.

Aiming Aim surround speakers straight across the room, not down at viewers, to help create a more open, spacious surround sound  eld.

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.

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  oor, or preferably, a few feet o the  oor such as on end tables (B).

Test tone/Channel balance

Channel balance Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator to help you balance the audio level for each channel (see page8 & 21 for details).

Level adjustment and surround channel level expectation Even though you may adjust the surround channels to be as loud as the others on the test signal, you might  nd that surround channels seem quieter for actual TV and Movie content. This is because producers use surround for subtle atmospherics and ambience, and only rarely for special e ects.

Overview of Controls

Remote control

2 3

5 6

OPEN/

DISPLAY

RETURN

A-B

ENTER

VOLUME

REPEAT

FUNCTION

GOTO

AUDIO

DISC

STANDBY/ON

MEMORY

ANGLE

SETUP

STOP PLAY PAUSE

PREV NEXT

78 09

SUBTITLE

SOUND

SLOW

+10

16 17

18 19

1) OPEN / CLOSE button Use to open or close the disc tray.

2) STANDBY / ON [ I /

] button

Turns the unit on and puts it in standby

mode.

3) DISPLAY button

Changes disc status information displayed on

the TV.

4) MEMORY button

For creating programs.

5) ANGLE button

Switches the camera angle of the video

presentation when scenes with multiple camera angles are recorded on a DVD.

RETURN button

Returns to the normal operation after using

the SETUP menu.

7) SETUP button

Open and close the unit's SETUP menu

screen.

/ / / CURSOR buttons

Use to highlight selections on a menu screen

and make adjust certain settings.

9) ENTER button

Con rms selections on a menu screen.

10) VOLUME + / - buttons

Adjusts the volume.

11)

STOP button

Stops playback.

PREV button

12)

Move backward through titles, chapters or

tracks on a disc.

13) Number (0 - 9) and (+10) buttons

Use when locating a speci c title, chapter

or time. To select numbers over 9, press +10 button and then the second no. for example, to enter 18, press +10 and then 8.

14) REPEAT A - B button Perform point-to-point repeat playback on a

DVD or CD.

15) FUNCTION button

Press to switch between DVD, AV IN and AUX

IN.

16) GOTO button Skips directly to a speci c location on a DVD

disc.

17) SUBTITLE button

Selects one of the subtitle languages

programmed on a DVD.

18) SOUND button Selects speakers adjustment with the

CURSOR buttons.

19) AUDIO button

Selects one of the audio soundtracks

programmed on a DVD or selects the audio output mode on a AUDIO CD.

Overview of Controls

20) MENU button

Open and close DVD's menu.

PLAY button

21)

Starts playback.

22)

PAUSE button

Pause playback, frame advance.

23) / SEARCH buttons : Fast reverse playback. : Fast forward playback.

Using remote control to navigate through the on-screen menus

Use / / / and ENTER on the remote control to navigate through the on-screen displays (the DVD player’s menu, the Information Display that appears during playback, or a disc’s menu).

/ / / on the remote to move through on-screen menus in the direction of the arrow button

Use (e.g., to move right, press ). The arrow buttons are used to highlight an option. Once highlighted, press ENTER to select the option that is highlighted.

Using the remote control

• Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on the Unit.

• When there is a strong ambient light source, the perform ance of the infrared REMOTE SENSOR may be degraded, causing unreliable operation.

• The recommended e ective distance for remote operation is about 16 feet (5 meters).

24) NEXT

Move forward through titles, chapters or tracks

25) SLOW

Performs slow forward playback of DVDs.

26) REPEAT-DISC button Repeat chapter or title of a DVD.

Repeat single track or whole CD.

button

on a disc.

button

To install batteries

1. Open the battery door.

2. Insert two "AAA" size batteries.

Battery replacement

When batteries become weak, the operating distance of the remote control is greatly reduced and you will need to replace the batteries.

Overview of Controls

Front panel

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1) Disc tray

Open or close tray by pushing OPEN/CLOSE

button. Place a disc on the disc tray, label side up.

2) OPEN/CLOSE button

Use to open and close the disc tray.

3) PLAY button

Press to start or resume playback

4) STOP button

Stop playing a disc.

5) FUNCTION button

Switches between DVD, AV IN and AUX IN.

6) VOLUME + / - buttons

Adjust the sound.

Rear panel

LEFT

CENTERSUBWOOFER

21 22

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RIGHT

FRONT REAR REAR FRONT

14) RIGHT FRONT speaker terminal

15) SUBWOOFER terminal

16) LEFT REAR speaker terminal

17) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y, P

B, PR)

18) VIDEO IN jack

19) VIDEO OUT (TV ) jack

20) RIGHT REAR speaker terminal

7) STANDBY/ON button

Turns the unit on and puts it in standby

mode.

8) AUX IN indicator

9) AV IN indicator

10) DVD indicator

11) AUX IN jack

12) STANDBY/ON indicator

Indicate whether the unit is ON or in STANDBY

mode. Indicator On : The unit is on STANDBY. Indicator O : The unit is turned ON.

13) Remote sensor

Receive the remote control unit signals.

23 24

25 26

21) CENTER speaker terminal

22) LEFT FRONT speaker terminal

23) LEFT/RIGHT AUDIO IN jacks

24) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack

25) LEFT/RIGHT AUDIO OUT jacks

26) Power cord

Playing a Disc -

Basic Playback

Compatible discs

• DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW

• CD, CD-R, CD-RW

Compatible formats

• DVD, JPEG, CD

Regional coding

Your unit has been designed to process regional management information stored on DVD discs. The regional code for your unit is 1. Discs that have a di erent regional code will not play.

Operating the DVD receiver

1. Turn on your television set.

2. Press STANDBY/ON. Press FUNCTION on the remote control to select DVD mode.

Loading disc

1. Press

2. Place a disc onto the disc tray with the label side

3. Press again to close the disc tray.

Playback

Switch the unit and the TV set on.

1. After loading a disc, playback starts

2. Press STOP to stop playback.

Accelerated play

While the disc is playing, press PAUSE once for freeze frame. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Frame advance

1. Press PAUSE twice. “Step” is displayed.

2. Each time you press PAUSE button, the picture

3. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

on the remote control to open the disc

tray.

up.

automatically, or the disc menu appears. If the disc menu appears, select the Play option to begin playback.

While the disc is playing, press SEARCH SEARCH one or more times to vary the speed and direction of the accelerated play. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Pause

advances one frame.

Variable slow motion

1. Press SLOW button on the remote in play mode.

2. Each time the SLOW button is pressed the speed of slow-motion playback changes.

3. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Changing chapter/track

While the disc is playing, press the NEXT or PREV button to go immediately to the next or previous chapter, or to the next or previous track.

Types of menus

• Disc menu — The appearance and contents of this menu varies according to the type of disc you have inserted. It is separate from the Setup menu.

• Setup menu — Press SETUP to access this menu.

Notes

• When you press STOP, the unit stores the point where playback was interrupted. If you press PLAY again, playback resumes from this point.

• To stop playback completely or to start again from the beginning, press STOP twice. If the unit is left in STOP mode for more than 3 minutes without any user interaction, a screen saver is activated. At the end of 30 minutes without any user interaction, the unit switches o automatically.

Playing a Disc -

Basic Playback

DVD information display

1. Press DISPLAY on the remote while a disc is playing to display information on operation status. The  rst banner shows the elapsed time from the beginning of the title which is currently playing.

2. Press DISPLAY again for Title and Chapter.

Shows the number of the title/chapter currently

playing and total titles/chapter on disc.

3. Press DISPLAY a third time for Audio.

Shows the type of the audio currently selected

is displayed.

4. Press DISPLAY a forth time for Subtitle.

Shows the subtitle number and language

currently selected is displayed.

5. Press DISPLAY a  fth time for Angle.

Shows the current angle is displayed.

DVD Information Display

Time 00:18:18

Title 1/21 Chapter 7/29

1/3 6 ch EngAudio

Subtitle 1/6 Eng

1/1Angle

Repeating a speci c title/chapter (DVD)

While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button on the remote control repeatedly to select Repeat Title or Repeat Chapter. The current title/chapter is played repeatedly.

Resuming normal DVD playback

While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the Repeat o indicator displays on the screen.

For the CD playback, please see Play modes for

CD.

Repeating a speci c section

You can play a speci c section repeatedly.

1. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT A-B button at the beginning of the section you want to play repeatedly (“Rep A-” is displayed).

2. Press the REPEAT A-B button again at the end of the section (“Rep A-B” is displayed).

3. The unit will immediately begin replaying your selection.

Resuming normal DVD playback

While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT A-B button until the RepAB O indicator displays on the screen.

Notes

• A-B repeat can only be used within the same title. If the start and end of the section to be repeated are in di erent titles, A-B repeat is cancelled.

• The A-B repeat function does not operate in scenes where di erent camera angles are recorded.

Playing a Disc -

Special Function

Locating a speci c title/chapter/time (DVD)

1. Press the GOTO button.

2. Press the corresponding number button(s) for the title you want. Press the start the playback.

3. Or use

4. Press the ENTER button to con rm.

Note

You can move to a speci c location by entering its corresponding time (hours, minutes, seconds).

Locating a speci c track (CD)

1. Press the GOTO button.

2. Then press the corresponding number button(s)

3. Or use or button to select the other

4. Press the ENTER button to con rm.

or button to select the other option (Chapter or Time), then press the corresponding number button(s) for the chapter / the setting point you want.

for the track you want. Press the PLAY button to start the playback.

option (Time or Disc Time), then press the corresponding number buttons for the Time/ Disc Time you want.

PLAY button to

Setting Favorite Bookmarks During Playback (CD/DVD)

While a disc is playing, you can mark the desired scene.

1. Press the GOTO button until Bookmark1 appears.

2. Press the ENTER button to mark the desired scene and the time of this point will be shown in Bookmark1.

3. Press the ENTER button to play the favorite bookmark.

Bookmark1

Bookmark2

Bookmark3

To Set Other Bookmarks

1. Press the GOTO button until Bookmark1 appears, then use the Bookmark2/Bookmark3.

2. Press the ENTER button.

Notes

• Some discs may not work with marking

operation.

• The marking is cancelled when you open the

disc tray or turn the unit o .

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or button to select

Playing a Disc -

Special Function

DVD programmable memory

You can combine your favorite titles/chapters and play them in the order you determine.

Press the MEMORY button.

or button to select the title you want,

2. Use then press ENTER.

3. Use or button to select the chapter you want, then press ENTER.

4. Use button to move the cursor to the top of the chapter list and press ENTER to return to Title window. Then repeat steps 2 to 3 to add additional titles and chapters.

5. Press PLAY to start the programmed playback.

Program

Title 1

Title 2

Title 3

Title 4

Title 5

Title 6

Play

Clear Clear All

Changing the programmed selections

1. Press the MEMORY button.

2. Press

button to select “Clear”, then press

ENTER to clear them one by one.

3. Follow above steps 1-4 to program the new title and chapter.

Resuming normal playback

1. Press the MEMORY button.

2. Press

button to select “Clear All”, then press

ENTER. All the programs will be cleared.

3. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Notes

• Some discs may not permit memory playback

operation.

• To exit the Program menu, press the MEMORY

button.

• The programmed selections will be cleared

when you open the disc tray or turn o the unit.

Play modes for CD

When playing CDs, you are able to modify the Play Modes through the Toolkit which appears on the right in the window. Press / button on the remote control to navigate between the left/ right windows and or button on the remote control to select  les/tracks or play mode items. Then press ENTER. Please refer to below steps to playback  les/tracks in the Program view list:

1. Select Edit mode in the Toolkit then press ENTER button to start edit mode.

2. Select a  le/track or more  les/tracks you want in the original view list with the ENTER button.

3. Select Add to program in the Toolkit then press ENTER. " " will disappear from the screen. It means that the  les/tracks you have selected already added into the program view list.

4. Select Program view in the Toolkit then press ENTER to open the  les/tracks in the Program view list that you already selected in step 2.

5. Press PLAY to playback all  les/tracks in the Program view list.

The Toolkit has the following play mode items:

• Repeat (O /Single/All):

O : Resumes normal playback. Single: Repeats the current track/ le. All: Repeats all  les on the current folder or all

tracks on the disc.

• Mode (Normal/Shu e/Music Intro):

Normal: Resumes normal playback. Shu e: Playbacks track/ le in random order. Music Intro: Only playback the  rst 10 seconds

of all tracks on the disc.

Playing a Disc -

Special Function

Play modes for CD (continued)

• Edit mode: Program operation works only when "Edit mode" is selected.

• Program view: To view tracks/ les in the "Program view" list. It is disabled when the "Program view" list is empty.

• Add to program: Add  les/tracks to the "Program view" list. It is disabled if the "Edit mode" item is not selected.

• Browser view: To view  les/tracks in the original view list.

• Clear program: Delete the  les/tracks in the Program view list. Select a  le/track or more you want to delete in full stop mode (press STOP twice). "  le/track. Select Clear program and then press ENTER. It is disabled if the Edit mode is not selected.

Note

The program will be deleted if disc tray is opened.

" will appear besides the deleted

Playing jpeg  les

Jpeg  les are image  les. Make sure that they have a resolution of less than 2 megapixels.

1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray.

2. Place a disc that contains JPEG  les and close the disc tray.

A list of folders/ les will appear on the screen.

Press

or button to select your desired  le, and then press ENTER or PLAY button to start playback.

Press the STOP button to display a folder list.

Notes

• The time taken for the contents of the disc to be displayed varies according to the size and number of jpeg  les on the disc. If nothing is displayed after a few minutes, the  le sizes may be too large. Reduce the  les’ resolution and write another disc.

• Before inserting a disc, make sure it is compatible with the unit.

AV IN / AUX IN

You can connect Audio or Audio-Video devices such as a TV, VCR or Set Top Box to this unit using the AUDIO IN jacks at the back of the unit or AUX IN jack on the front panel of the unit. This unit will take the audio from the connected device and play the audio through the speakers.

Connecting Auxiliary Components

Refer to “Getting sound from external sources such as a Cable Set Top Box or a TV” for details on connecting the auxiliary components to the unit.

Selecting AV IN / AUX IN mode

Press the SOUND button on the remote control to select AV IN/AUX IN mode.

Sound output in AV IN or AUX IN mode

• You may change the Surround Sound setting to select between 6 (5.1) Channel and 2 Channel (Stereo) mode (see instructions under AUDIO SETUP).

• If the AV IN or AUX IN audio signal is mono, you may not receive audio on all speakers.

Rotate an image

Press the ANGLE button repeatedly. The image will rotate in the clockwise direction as follows:

The Setup Menu

To access the Setup Menu you must ﬁ rst be in DVD Mode. There are four options in the main setup menu: Language, Video, Audio and Default.

LANGUAGE SETUP

With this menu, you can set the language for OSD Language, Subtitle, Audio and DVD Menu.

If you chose “English” during initial set-up, any menus generated by the disc are in English, and so is the language of the dialogs (if this language is available on the disc).

: English

Default

1. Press the SETUP button.

2. Press

button, then press or to select desired option (OSD Language, Subtitle, Audio or DVD Menu).

Note: “OSD Language” refers to the language

used for the device menus.

3. Press button, then press or button to select a preferred language, press ENTER.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to adjust other options.

5. Press the SETUP button to exit menu.

Notes

• If the selected language is not available on a

disc, the disc’s language will be used instead.

• If the language chosen is available, it is

automatically selected when you display the subtitles or press SUBTITLE on the remote control. Otherwise, the subtitle language indicated on the disc is selected.

VIDEO SETUP

It allows you to set video mode for the TV Shape, View Mode, Video out and Smart Picture.

TV Shape

Video out

Smart Picture

Default

: 4:3

: Auto Fit

: CVBS

: Standard

1. Press the SETUP button.

2. Press or to select Video.

3. Press button, then press or to select desired option (TV Shape, View Mode, Video out and Smart Picture).

4. Press button, then press or button to make adjustments, press ENTER.

5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to adjust other options.

6. Press the SETUP button to exit menu.

TV Shape

Depending on the format of the DVDs, you can choose the picture format (aspect ratio) best suited to the format of your TV screen: 4:3 : Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.

Displays pictures cropped to  ll your TV screen.

16:9 : Select when a 16:9 TV is connected.

Notes

• The displayable picture size is preset on the

DVD. Therefore, the playback picture of some DVDs may not conform to the picture size you select.

• When you play DVDs recorded in the 4:3 picture

size only, the playback picture always appears in the 4:3 picture size regardless of the TV Shape setting.

• Select 16:9 to conform the LCD screen on the

unit. Always be sure that your TV Shape conforms to the actual TV in use if you connect the unit to a TV.

The Setup Menu

Video Mode

Fill: Fill the screen with decoded image. Original: Display image as it’s original size. Auto Fit: Automatically  t the decoded image

on screen without distortion. Black bars will be present on top/bottom or left/ right of screen.

Pan Scan: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is

connected. Displays pictures cropped to  ll your TV screen. Sides of the picture are cut o .

Note

Depending on the DVDs, you may not be able to view the mode as selected.

Video out

CVBS: Select if you connect the unit to a TV

via composite video input (yellow RCA jacks).

YUV: Select if you connect the unit to a TV

via component video inputs (Y, Pb, Pr jacks - Red-Green-Blue jacks).

P-Scan: Select if you connec t the unit to your

TV which has a component video that supports progressive scan.

If there is a distorted picture on the

TV, wait 15 seconds for automatic recovery.

Smart Picture

Standard: Picture is set to normal brightness. Bright: Picture is brighter. Soft: Softer image e ect. Dynamic: It includes 4 items (Brightness, Contrast,

Tint and Color). Use

/ button to

make adjustments.

AUDIO SETUP

You can adapt your unit to other equipment and access speci c functions with the Audio Setup menu.

Subwoofer

Test tones

Digital Output

Channels

Default

:On

: Off

: Raw

: 6 channel

1. Press the SETUP button.

2. Press or to select Audio.

3. Press button, then press or to select desired option (Subwoofer, Test tones, Digital Output and Channels).

4. Press button, then press or button to make adjustments, press ENTER.

5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 above to adjust other options.

6. Press the SETUP button to exit menu.

Subwoofer

It allows you to turn on/o the subwoofer.

Test Tones

Enables you to test and adjust Speaker levels. Select the Speaker (Left, Center, Right, Right surr., Left surr. or Subwoofer) you wish to test. A tone will be output to that Speaker.

Digital Output

Select the Digital Audio Output format that matches your audio system’s capabilities. If your audio system supports Dolby Digital (surround sound), you should select “RAW DVD FORMAT” setting (displayed as “Raw” in menu option). If your system only supports Stereo (or if you’re using your TV’s stereo speakers for audio playback), then you select “PCM (STEREO)” setting. Note, you’ll only experience full surround sound if you use the COAXIAL Digital Audio output, and have selected “RAW DVD FORMAT” setting.

The Setup Menu Additional Information

Please also note that not all DVD’s have surround sound audio tracks.

O : To disable Digital output. Raw: The actual audio format on the disc will be

output, thus if the disc is encoded with Dolby Digital Surround Sound, the surround sound audio will be outputted. Only use this option if you’re connected to a system that supports Dolby Digital Surround Sound.

PCM: Select when connected to a digital stereo

ampli er. The unit outputs sound in the PCM stereo format.

Channels

It allows you to select the speaker output mode 2 Channel or 6 Channel (also known as 5.1 Channel or “Surround”).

DEFAULT

This option allows you to return the unit’s settings to the original factory settings. Any changes you have made to the unit’s settings will be reverted back to the original settings.

Language

Video

Default

Note

It will take 3-5 seconds to reset the unit to the factory default.

Use Default Settings

Troubleshooting

The unit does not switch on.

• Make sure it is plugged in.

• Press the STANDBY/ON button.

The device switches o spontaneously.

• To save power, the device switches o automatically when it is in STOP mode for more than 30 minutes without any user intervention. Switch it on again.

• It might be impossible to read the disc.

• Insert the disc with the printed side facing up.

• Check that the disc can actually be played by this device.

• Check that the disc’s regional code matches the unit’s regional code. This unit’s regional code is

• Clean the disc.

There is no picture.

• Check you have switched on the TV set.

• Check the connections.

• Select the AV input assigned to the unit on the TV.

The picture is of poor quality (with snow or lines).

• Check the connections.

There is no sound or the sound is of poor quality.

• Check the connections.

• Make sure the speakers are connected.

No surround sound.

• Check the “Channels” setting under the Audio section of Setup (page 22). Ensure you’ve selected “6 channel” (5.1 surround sound option).

I can’t  nd my  le in the jpeg listing.

• Make sure the  le name is valid.

Additional Information

The remote control does not work or works only intermittently.

• Check that batteries are inserted or change them.

• Aim the remote control at the unit. The infrared beam must not be blocked or interrupted.

• Check that the remote control is con gured to control the device you are trying to operate with it.

The subtitles do not appear.

• Check that the DVD disc provides subtitles.

• Refer to the section on how to display subtitles.

The disc menu language is not the correct one.

• The disc menu language has not been set up.

• The language of your choice is not available on the disc .

Precautions Use

• If your unit has been stored in a cool place for any length of time, during a journey for example, wait for about 2 hours before using it.

• The openings located on the top and bottom are for ventilation and must not be obstructed.

• During thunderstorms, we recommend that you isolate the unit from the electrical supply so that it is not damaged by electrical or electromagnetic surges.

• This unit is designed for continuous use.

Switching o the unit to standby mode does

not disconnect it from the mains supply. To completely isolate the equipment, remove the plug from the mains jack as some components remain connected to the electrical supply.

• If you notice any burning or smoke, disconnect the unit immediately to avoid any risk of electrocution.

• Do not attempt to look inside the unit through the disk tray opening or any other opening. You may be electrocuted or exposed to laser radiation.

• This unit is for domestic use only and must not be used for industrial purposes.

• Total or partial copying of recordings protected by copyright legislation, without the explicit permission of the holder of the rights, contravenes current legislation. Copying or downloading music  les for sale or any other business purpose constitutes or could constitute a violation of copyright law.

Cleaning

• Use a soft, dry, clean cloth. Regularly dust the vents at the back or sides.

• Using solvents, abrasive or alcohol-based products risks damaging the unit.

• If an object or liquid enters inside the unit, unplug it immediately and have it checked by an authorized servicer or service center.

Handling and caring for discs

• Handle your discs with care. Hold the disc with your  ngers at the edges or through the hole.

• Insert the disc with the label facing up (for a single-sided disc).

• Place the disc properly into the tray in the allotted holder.

• Use a soft cloth to clean discs if necessary, always wiping from the centre to the edge.

• Always put discs back in their cases after use and store in a vertical position.

• Do not close the tray with two discs in it or with a disc not sitting correctly in the holder.

• Do not play cracked, chipped or warped discs nor try to repair them with adhesive tape or glue.

• Do not write on a disc.

• Do not move the unit when a disc is being played.

• Do not scratch discs or store them in places exposed to direct sunlight, high humidity or high temperatures.

• Do not use aerosol cleaners, benzene, anti-static liquids or any other solvent for cleaning discs. When cleaning, wipe gently with a soft damp (water only) cloth from the centre to the edge, avoiding circular motions, which could cause scratches and interference during playback.

Additional Information

Compatible Formats

In order to ensure playback, discs must conform with DVD or CD standards. This unit may not play some recordings or ﬁ les due to differences in recording formats, software used and disc types.

DVD-Video

Digital video discs - 12 cm, single or double sided, single or dual layer. DVDs are high density optical discs on which high quality picture and audio are recorded by means of digital signals.

DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW

Most DVD-R and DVD+R (one recording only), DVD-RW and DVD+RW discs (rewritable), depending on the DVD writer and discs used. Recordings using DVD-R and DVD-RW discs must be made in Video DVD mode. Recordings using DVD+RW discs must be made in accordance with the speci cations for DVD+RW discs with a 4.7 GB capacity.

Audio CDs

Audio CDs (12 cm).

CD-R, CD-RW

Most CD-R (one recording only) and CD-RW discs (rewritable).

CD-Rs written during a multisession recording can be played, provided that the session has ended before the disc is played (depending on the write software).

However, depending on the condition of the CD-writer, computer and the disc used, you may  nd that not all discs will play. When playing a CD-R disc, it is normal for the unit to take up to 60 seconds to recognize the disc before starting to play. If the disc is not recognized after a period of 120 seconds, remove the disc, and insert it again.

• Do not use its full capacity.

• CD-Rs should be preferably used instead of CDRWs (rewritable CDs) as, in certain cases, CD-RW playback may be faulty.

• Use reliable, good-quality CD write software.

• Close all other applications on the computer to ensure reliable CD-R disc recording.

DVD+Rewritable

Jpeg  les

CD-R and CD-RW with jpeg  les. Certain jpeg  les, including progressive jpeg  les, cannot be read by this unit. The total number of  les and folders on the disc should be less than 650. Make sure that  les have the “.jpg” extension. Files without the “.jpg” extension will not be able to be read by the unit

--- even thought the  les are shown as jpeg images on your computer.

Dolby Digital

The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides better sound quality and a more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround. This unit is equipped with Dolby Digital 5.1-channel so that you can enjoy enhanced full digital surround sound. The new system provides stereo separation of the rear speakers (Rear-Right, Rear-Left). Adding the subwoofer channel to the 5 channels for bass sounds (counted as 0.1 channel) results in 5.1 channels that bring you the most sophisticated Dolby Digital sound enjoyment.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ”Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Speci cation

Power supply: AC 120V ~ 60Hz

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