Rotel RDV-985 User Manual
Owner’s Manual
RDV-985
DVD Player
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fires, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
3. Do not touch the power cord or plug with wet hands.
Caution – POWER Button Operation
The POWER buttons on the front panel and the remote control switches the unit between “On” and “Standby” modes.
They do not disconnect the power mains. The power cord must
be unplugged from the wall to shut power off completely.
Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoid the risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from
damage, observe the following minimum clearance requirements:
Front No obstructions, open access
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/4” / 30mm minimum clearance
Top 2” / 50mm minimum clearance
Back 6” / 150mm minimum clearance
Bottom No obstructions, place on a level surface
WARNING: There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose the unit to moisture or water. Do not
allow foreign objects to get into the enclosure. If the
unit is exposed to moisture, or a foreign object gets
into the enclosure, immediately disconnect the power
cord from the wall. Take the unit to a qualified service person for inspection and necessary repairs.
Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the
component. Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety
instructions.
Heed all warnings and safety information in these instructions and on the product itself. Follow all operating instructions.
Clean the enclosure only with a dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner.
You must allow adequate unobstructed clearance around the
unit. Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that could block the ventilation slots. If the component
is placed in a bookcase or cabinet, there must be ventilation
of the cabinet to allow proper cooling.
Keep the component away from radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or any other appliance that produces heat.
The unit must be connected to a power supply only of the type
and voltage specified on the rear panel of the unit.
Connect the component to the power outlet only with the supplied power supply cable or an exact equivalent. Do not modify
the supplied cable in any way. Do not attempt to defeat grounding and/or polarization provisions. Do not use extension cords.
Do not route the power cord where it will be crushed, pinched,
bent at severe angles, exposed to heat, or damaged in any
way. Pay particular attention to the power cord at the plug
and where it exits the back of the unit.
The power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet if
the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time.
Immediately stop using the component and have it inspected
and/or serviced by a qualified service agency if:
• The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
• Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit.
• The unit has been exposed to rain.
• The unit shows signs of improper operation
• The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way
Place the unit on a fixed, level surface strong enough to sup-
port its weight. Do not place it on a moveable cart that could
tip over.
For U.S.A.
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 gene rates, 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.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2. DANGER: Visible laser radiation when open and inter-
lock failed or bypassed. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
3. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user
serviceable parts inside the player; leave all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
REPRODUCTION OF LABELS
1. Classification label, placed on rear enclosure.
2. Warning label, placed inside unit.
Figure 1: RR-DV91 Remote Control
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RETURN button
OPEN/CLOSE button
button
(STOP) button
button
TITLE button
/ / / (Cursor) buttons
THEATER POSITION button
3D PHONIC (VSS) button
SUBTITLE button
CANCEL button
RESUME button
Numeric buttons
TV/VIDEO button
SHIFT button
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Infrared output window
TV ON/OFF button
DVD ON/OFF button
button
(PAUSE) button
button
(PLAY) buttons
MENU button
ENTER button
ON SCREEN button
STROBE button
ANGLE button
DIGEST buttons
ZOOM button
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TV VOLUME buttons
TV CHANNEL button
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RETURN button
Returns to the previous menu.
2
OPEN/CLOSE button
Opens and closes the disc tray.
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/ buttons
Perform rapid advance/reverse playback
operations. Also used for slow-motion playback of a picture (for DVD/Video CD/SVCD).
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■ (STOP) button
Stops playback. Also used to erase all the programmed tracks for the program play (for
Audio CD/Video CD/SVCD).
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Perform skipping a chapter, title or track. Also
used for the page selection of a menu screen
(for DVD/Video CD/SVCD).
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Displays a title menu of DVD on the TV screen
or monitor.
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Used to select an item from a menu or onscreen display, or to change the setting of an
item in the on-screen display, etc.
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Selects a picture character from 4 settings.
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Produces a simulated surround effect.
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Turns subtitles on or off.
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Cancels the previous settings.
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Stores the location to resume playback from
later.
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Mainly used to select a title/track number, or
a TV channel. Also used to enter a time for
the Time search and a chapter number for the
Chapter search.
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Switches the TV input mode.
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When pressing and holding this button, the
numeric keys (0 -9) select the TV channels.
Also used to display the PARENTAL LOCK
display.
buttons
TITLE button
p/q/u/t (Cursor) buttons
THEATER POSITION button
3D PHONIC (VSS) button
SUBTITLE button
CANCEL button
RESUME button
Numeric buttons
TV/VIDEO button
SHIFT button
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Infrared signal-emitting window
Point this window toward the remote sensor
on the front panel when pressing buttons.
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TV ON/OFF button
Turns the TV on or off.
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Turns the unit on or off (standby).
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Pauses playback.
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Starts playback. Also used as a SELECT button for PBC of Video CDs/SVCDs.
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Displays a DVD menu on the TV screen or
monitor.
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DVD ON/OFF button
(PAUSE) button
II
(PLAY) button
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MENU button (for DVD)
ENTER button
Executes the selected item in a menu or onscreen display when pressing the button.
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ON SCREEN button
Displays an on-screen display of the unit on
the TV screen or monitor.
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STROBE button (for DVD/
Video CD/SVCD)
Displays nine continuous still pictures.
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ANGLE button (for DVD)
Changes camera angles during playback of
a DVD containing multiple camera angles.
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DIGEST button (for DVD/Video
CD/SVCD)
Displays beginning scenes of each title, chapter, or track on the TV screen.
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ZOOM button (for DVD/Video
CD/SVCD)
Zoom-in for a close-up view of the scene.
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TV VOL buttons
Adjust the TV volume.
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TV CH buttons
Change the TV channels.
RDV-985 DVD Player
Figure 2: Front Panel Controls
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POWER button
Turns the unit on or off (standby).
Used to load discs.
STANDBY indicator
Lights when the power cord is connected and
Opens and closes the disc tray.
the unit is on standby. When the unit is turned
on, the STANDBY indicator goes off.
VSS button
Starts playback. Also, used as a SELECT button
for PBC of Video CDs.
Produces a simulated surround effect.
Remote sensor
Stops playback.
Receives the signal from the remote control
unit.
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II (PAUSE) button
Pauses playback.
(SKIP) buttons
Performs skipping a chapter, title or track. Also
used for the page selection of a menu screen
(for DVD).
SHUTTLE knob
Performs rapid advance/reverse playback
operations. Also used for slow-motion playback of a picture (for DVD/Video CD).
Figure 3: Display Window Indicators and Functions
Disc Indicator
Lights when a disc is in the unit. When a DVD
disc is in the unit “DVD” also appears .
Multi-Information Display
Displays time and status information.
Time Selection Indicator
Shows which time display mode is selected.
Function Indicator
Lights when one of the programmable play
functions is selected
Resume Indicator
Lights when a location on the disc has been
stored. Play can be resumed at the stored lo-
cation
Chapter, Title, Track Indicator
Displays chapter, title, or track number.
Speaker Indicator
lights during disc playback when sig-
nals are output from the video output jacks.
lights when the VSS function is turned
on.
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Linear PCM Indicator
Lights only when the playback disc contains
linear PCM data. This indicator also lights when
an Audio CD is placed in the unit.
Channel Indicator
Displays the currently selected audio playback
format.
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Contents
About Rotel ........................................... 5
About This Manual ................................ 5
About the RDV-985 ............................... 5
Precautions ........................................... 6
Audio/Video Connections ..................... 6
Connecting the Power Cord ................... 9
RR-DV91 Remote Control ....................... 9
On Screen Displays ............................. 10
Screen Saver ....................................... 11
On Screen Icons .................................. 11
About discs ......................................... 12
Using Numeric Buttons ........................ 12
Getting Started .................................... 12
Disc Play Basics ................................... 13
Advanced Operations ......................... 14
Special Playback Features .................... 16
Changing the Track Order ................... 17
Repeat Play ......................................... 18
Multiple Angle Viewing ....................... 19
Subtitle Language Selection.................. 20
Audio Language Selection ................... 21
Selecting Picture Quality ...................... 21
Using 3D PHONIC (VSS) ..................... 22
Time Display Functions ........................ 22
Setting Preferences .............................. 23
Parental Lock Feature........................... 25
Care and Handling of Discs ................. 26
Troubleshooting................................... 27
Appendix A: Table of languages
and their abbreviations........................ 28
Specifications ...................................... 29
About Rotel
A family whose passionate interest in music
led them to manufacture high fidelity compo-
nents of uncompromising quality founded Rotel
over 30 years ago. Over the years that pas-
sion has remained undiminished and has
expanded to include the goal of providing ex-
ceptional equipment for audio/video systems
as well as dedicated audio systems.
The engineers work as a close team, listen-
ing to, and fine tuning each new product until
it reaches their exacting performance stan-
dards. They are free to choose components
from around the world in order to make that
product the best they can.
Rotel’s reputation for excellence has been
earned through hundreds of good reviews and
awards from the most respected reviewers in
the industry. Their comments keep the com-
pany true to its goal – to supply equipment
that provides exceptional performance, reli-
ability and affordability.
All of us at Rotel thank you for buying this
product and hope it will bring you many hours
of enjoyment.
About This Manual
Throughout this manual the controls and com-
ponents of the RDV-985 are identified with
numbers and letters in dark gray circles and
squares.
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Numbers in circles such as
on the RR-DV91 remote control. (To help you
remember this think of “round equals remote”.)
Numbers in squares such as
on the front and rear panel of the unit.
Letters in squares such as
in the front panel display window.
In the operation section of the manual some
function descriptions apply only to certain kinds
of discs. The types of discs to which the in-
formation applies are indicated with symbols
such as
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identify items
identify items
identify items
About the RDV-985
Thank you for purchasing the Rotel RDV-985.
It will provide years of enjoyment when used
in a high-quality home theater system.
The RDV-985 is one of the most flexible components you can add to your audio/video
system. In addition to DVD Video discs, the
RDV-985 can play Video and audio CD discs.
It provides a full range of operating features
and control functions.
Strobe function
The unit can display nine continuous still pictures on the TV screen.
Digest function
You can select the desired title from the opening
scenes displayed on the TV screen.
Angle function*
You can select a desired angle from multiple
camera angles recorded on the DVD disc.
Zoom function
You can view scenes close-up.
Parental lock*
You can restrict the playback of DVD discs with
scenes which you do not want your child to
see, such as adult or violent films.
Theater position
You can select the picture character according to the lighting of your room.
High quality digital sound
You can enjoy high quality sound with Dolby
Digital or Linear-PCM.
Surround function*
The unit is compatible with Dolby Digital surround and DTS surround.
3D Phonic (VSS) function
You can enjoy surround sound with your 2channel system.
Multi-language subtitles and
sound*
You can select a subtitle or sound language
from those recorded on the DVD disc.
On-screen display
User-friendly on-screen displays allow you to
operate the unit easily.
* Functions only with DVD discs.
RDV-985 DVD Player
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Precautions
Please read this manual carefully. In addition
to basic installation and operating instructions,
it provides valuable information on various
system configurations as well as general information that will help you get the most from
your system. Please contact your authorized
Rotel dealer for answers to any questions you
might have. In addition, all of us at Rotel welcome your questions and comments.
Save the RDV-985 shipping carton and all enclosed packing material for future use. Shipping or moving the RDV-985 in anything other
than the original packing material may result in severe damage.
Be sure to keep the original sales receipt. It
is your best record of the date of purchase,
which you will need in the event warranty service is ever required.
IMPORTANT NOTE
FOR 5.1 CHANNEL OPERATION:
Before using the RDV-985 in a 5.1 channel
system see the instructions on page 8 regarding the correct setting of the Digital
Audio Output preferences.
Placement
Place the RDV-985 on a surface that is level,
dry and neither too hot nor too cold (between
5˚C and 35˚C, 41˚F and 95˚F). Do not place
the unit where it will be exposed to direct
sunlight. Avoid locations that are dusty. Do
not place the unit too close to the television
set. Do not place the RDV-985 where it will
be exposed to vibrations, such as near a sub-
woofer. To ensure proper ventilation observe
the minimum clearance specifications listed
in the safety information on page 2.
Audio/Video Connections
NOTE: Do not plug in the power cable until all audio/video signal connections are
complete. Do not change any audio/video
cable connections until the RDV-985 has
been unplugged from the power outlet.
Carefully read the instructions supplied with
the component you are going to connect to
the RDV-985 to be sure they are compatible.
If you have questions, contact your authorized
Rotel dealer.
NTSC/PAL Switch
Set the NTSC/PAL switch to the proper setting for your TV. Television systems in North
America use the NTSC standard. Set the
NTSC/PAL switch before the RDV-985 is turned
on. It cannot be changed when the unit is on.
NOTE: Connect VIDEO OUT of the
unit directly to the video input of your TV.
Connecting VIDEO OUT to a TV via a VCR
may result in unacceptable video quality
because many discs are copy-protected.␣
Figure 4: Rear Panel Connections
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VIDEO OUT jack
Outputs a composite video signal.
S-VIDEO OUT jack
Outputs an S-video signal.
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
(Y/PB/PR)
Outputs component video signals.
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NTSC/PAL Output Switch
Switches the video output signal between NTSC
and PAL formats.
AUDIO OUT jacks (LEFT/RIGHT)
Outputs stereo analog audio signals.
DIGITAL OUT jack (OPTICAL)
Outputs digital audio signals. Only an optical connector is provided.
AC power cord
Connects to the wall outlet.
Composite Input TV Connection
COMPSITE S VIDEO
LEFT
PAL NTSC
COMPONENT
RIGHT
ANALOG
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PCM/STREAM
OPTICAL
VIDEO OUT
YPBP
R
S-video cable
(supplied)
TV
VIDEO
AUDIO
RIGHT
YP
BPR
LEFT
IN
IN
S-VIDEO
Audio Cable
(not supplied)
White
Red
Red
White
Component video
cable (not supplied)
Red
Green
Blue
Red
Green
Blue
Connect the COMPOSITE VIDEO output
to the composite video input of your TV. Connect the ANALOG AUDIO
audio inputs of your TV. A cable for these
connections is supplied.
If your TV has a single monaural audio input
instead of a pair of stereo inputs, you need
to use a “Y” cable adapter to connect the two
output channels of the RDV-985 to the single
input.
You can improve the sound quality of the
system by connecting the audio outputs to a
separate hi-fi audio system. (See the following section.)
If your TV has an S-video input, you should
connect it with the S-VIDEO
RDV-985 using the supplied S-video cable in
addition to the standard video cables. This will
produce better picture quality.
outputs to the
output of
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LEFT
RIGHT
Yellow
VIDEO OUT
YPBP
ANALOG
OUTPUT
R
PAL NTSC
COMPONENT
PCM/STREAM
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
White
Red
Audio/video cable
Yellow
Red
S-video cable
(supplied)
TV
White
IN
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
RIGHT
AUDIO
LEFT
COMPSITE S VIDEO
(supplied)
Component Input TV Connection
If your TV has component video signal input
jacks you will get better video performance
by using the COMPONENT VIDEO
put jacks of the RDV-985. The required cable
is not provided. Be sure to connect the “Y”
output to the “Y” input, “P
input, and the “P
If your TV has an S-video input, you should
connect it with the S-VIDEO
RDV-985 using the supplied S-video cable in
addition to the standard video cables. This will
produce better picture quality.
NOTE: If you do not connect the S-Video
cable between the two components some
functions of your TV may not work.
You can improve the sound quality of the
system by connecting the audio outputs to a
separate hi-fi audio system. (See the following section.)
NOTE: The component signal inputs on
some TV’s have BNC type connectors.
(BNC connectors are coaxial connectors
that have keyed locking collars.) In such instances adapters or a special cable may be
needed.␣
B” output to the “PB”
R” output to the “PR” input.
output of
out-
RDV-985 DVD Player
Connecting to Audio
Equipment with a Digital Input
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You can enhance the sound quality by connecting the DIGITAL OUTPUT
(optical) of
the RDV-985 to the digital input of an amplifier, DAT or MD by using an optional digital
cable. The digital stereo audio signal from a
disc is directly transferred. If you connect the
unit to a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder or an
amplifier with built-in decoder by using an
optional digital cable, you can enjoy highquality surround sound.
When you make the digital connection, also
make the analog connection, because, depending on the disc type, no audio may be
reproduced from the DIGITAL OUTPUT.
With the digital connection, the unit’s settings
for COMPRESSION and DOWN MIX are
disabled. Settings for these items must be made
from the decoder.
LEFT
RIGHT
VIDEO OUT
YPBP
ANALOG
OUTPUT
COMPONENT
R
PAL NTSC
PCM/STREAM
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
Optical Digital Cable
(supplied)
COMPSITE S VIDEO
Digital equipment
Red
White
Audio Cable
(not supplied)
Red
White
IN
RIGHT
AUDIO
LEFT
IN
DIGITAL
OPTICAL
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR 5.1 CHANNEL OPERATION:
If the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT” is not set correctly, loud noise may be generated from
speakers, possibly damaging them. Before using the RDV-985 in a 5.1 channel system, be
sure the proper type of Digital Audio Output has been selected. Use the following procedure.
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While a DVD disc is loaded but not playing press the ON SCREEN button
t/u
the Preference display screen. Use the
p/q
“PREFERENCE 2”. Use the
t/u
the
Cursor Buttons to select “STREAM/PCM”. Press the ON SCREEEN button again to
Cursor Buttons to select DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT. Use
Cursor Buttons 7 to move to select
to access
close the Preferences display screen. See page 24 for more inofrmation.
Connecting to an Audio
Amplifier or Receiver
You will get better sound quality if you connect the audio outputs of the RDV-985 to a
high quality amplifier or receiver and use
component loudspeakers, rather than those
built in to the television.
Connect the ANALOG OUTPUTS
RDV-985 to any high level input (such as AUX,
DVD, CD, etc.) of an amplifier or receiver.
of the
COMPSITE S VIDEO
LEFT
RIGHT
VIDEO OUT
YPBP
ANALOG
OUTPUT
Red
COMPONENT
R
PAL NTSC
PCM/STREAM
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
White
Audio Cable
(not supplied)
Amplifier or Receiver
Red
IN
White
RIGHT
LEFT
AUDIO
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Connecting the Power Cord
When all the connections have been made,
insert the power plug into the wall outlet firmly.
The STANDBY indicator lights and setup is
complete. Observe the following precautions.
• Disconnect the power cord if you are not
going to use the unit for a long time.
• Disconnect the power cord before clean-
ing the unit.
• Disconnect the power cord before moving
the unit.
• Do not connect or disconnect the power cord
with wet hands.
• Do not pull the power cord when discon-
necting it, as this may damage the cord and
cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.
• Do not damage, alter, twist, or pull the power
cord, as this may cause fire, electric shock,
or other accidents.
• Contact a dealer and get a new power cord
if the cord is damaged. A damaged cord
may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.
• Do not put anything heavy, or the unit, on
the power cord, as this may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.
RR-DV91 Remote Control
Installing the Batteries
The battery compartment is located on the back
of the remote control unit.
1 Press down on the point shown by the ar-
row at the top of the compartment cover,
and pull up the cover to open the compartment.
2 Place the two accessory R6P (SUM-3)/
AA(15F) batteries in the remote control according to the polarity markings (“+” and
“–”) inside the compartment and on the batteries.
3 Place the cover over the compartment, and
press down lightly.
The batteries will last about six months with
normal use. If the functions of the remote control
become erratic, replace the batteries.
Precautions for the safe use
of batteries
Observe the following precautions for the safe
use of batteries. If they are used improperly
their life will be shortened, they may burst or
their contents may leak.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control
if it is not going to be used for a long period of time.
• Remove dead batteries and dispose of them
properly.
• Never leave dead batteries lying around,
take them apart, mix them with other refuse,
or throw them into an incinerator.
• Never touch liquid that has leaked out of
a battery.
• Do not mix new and old batteries, or batteries of different types, when replacing
them.
Programming the RR-DV91
Remote to Control a TV
You can operate your TV from the remote
control unit. The remote must first be programmed to operate your TV set.
1 Press and hold down the TV/VIDEO
button. Then enter the manufacturer code
of your TV listed below by using the nu-
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meric buttons (0 - 9)
. Do not release
TV/VIDEO. Keep holding it until the next
step is completed. (Example: To enter code
“01” press and release the “0” button, then
press and release the “1” button.
2 Press the STOP button, then release the
TV/VIDEO button.
No. Manufacturer
01 JVC
02 Magnavox
03 Mitsubishi
04 Panasonic
05 RCA
06 Sharp
07 Sony
08 Toshiba
09 Zenith
10 Hitachi
11 Panasonic
12 Samsung
13 Sanyo
14 Sanyo
15 Samsung
3 Test the program setting by pressing the TV
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POWER
button to see if it turns your
set on. If there is more than one code listed
for the manufacturer of your TV, try them
one by one until you succeed.
Remote Control TV Operation
The following buttons can be used for operating the TV (The numbers in brackets are those
shown on figure 1 on page 3.)
TV POWER
Turns the TV on or off.
TV CH
Changes the TV channels.
TV VOL
Adjusts the TV volume.
0 - 9 (Numeric Buttons)
Selects the TV channels (while holding down
the SHIFT button). Note: For some TVs, pressing
“+10” while holding down SHIFT functions as
the “RETURN,” and pressing “10” while holding down SHIFT functions as the “– /– –” button.
TV/VIDEO
Switches input mode (either TV or VIDEO).
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