Sony SLV-D271PDVD User Manual

2-671-545-11 (1) US/ES

DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

For customers in the USA If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may call Sony Customer Information Center at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669).

For all other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Information Center at 1-800-222-SONY (7669). Or write to: Sony Customer Information Center 12451 Gateway Boulevard Ft. Myers, FL 33913

For Customers in Canada If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-602-2008 for Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Center at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon

Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6

SLV-D271P

WARNING

Notes about

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD player is h armful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

For customers in the U.S.A

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ______________ Serial No.______________

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note

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 de signe d to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the

receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between

the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an

experienced radio/TV technician for help.

discs

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.

• After playing, store the disc in its case.

• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available disc/lens cleaners, or antistatic spray intended for vinyl LPs.

• If you have printed the disc’s label, dry the label before playing.

WARNING

Precautions

On safety

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• Operate the unit only on 120 V AC, 60 Hz.

• This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if you do not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by the cord.

On placement

• Do not install the unit in a confined space such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

• Do not install the unit in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• Keep the unit, discs and cassettes away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

On operation

• When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.

• If the unit is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player and cause damage to the video head, tape, and the optical block. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. When you first install the player, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, remove the disc and tape and leave the player turned on for about three hours before operating the player.

On adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.

On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.

On cleaning the video heads

• Rough picture

initial

contamination

When the video heads are dirty, clean the video heads using a Sony video head cleaning cassette. If a Sony cleaning cassette is not available in your area, have the heads cleaned at your nearest Sony dealer (a standard service fee will be charged). Do not use a commercially available liquid type cleaning cassette, as it may damage the video heads.

• Unclear picture

• No picture (or black & white screen appears)

terminal

continued

Precautions

• Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmission and/or program owner.

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitel y. If you leave the st ill video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

Important Safety Instructions

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as

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

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

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 are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

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

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, 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.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply 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.

Precautions

Table of contents

2 WA R N I N G 2 Notes about discs 3 Precautions 7 About this manual 7 This player can play the following discs

Getting Started

10 Step 1 : Unpacking 11 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 14 Step 3 : Basic hookups 20 Step 4 : Selecting a language 22 Step 5 : Setting the clock 26 Step 6 : Presetting channels

Advanced Hookups

30 S-Video/Component Video hookup 32 A/V Receiver hookup

Basic Operations

34 Playing discs 38 Guide to the on-screen display 41 Playing a tape 45 Recording TV programs 48 Recording TV programs using the timer 51 Checking/changing/canceling timer settings 53 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)

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Table of contents

DVD Settings and Adjustments

54 Audio Setup 56 Screen Setup 60 Setting the display or sound track language 62 Parental Control (limiting playback by children)

DVD Additional Operations

65 Using the DVD’s menu 66 Zooming into a scene 67 Changing the angles 68 Displaying the subtitle 70 Various play mode functions (Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play) 74 Changing the sound 76 Virtual surround setting 78 Playing an MP3 audio track 84 Playing JPEG image files 88 Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC ON/OFF” Functions

VCR Additional Operations

90 Quick Timer Recording 91 Recording stereo and bilingual programs 92 Searching using various functions 94 Changing menu options 96 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

98 General setup information 101 Troubleshooting 106 Glossary 108 Specifications 109 Index to parts and controls 113 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 114 Index

Table of contents

About this manual

This player can play the

• This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the DVD-VCR having the same or similar names.

• “DVD” may be used as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, and DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs.

• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is described below:

Icon Meaning

Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and DVD-RWs/DVDRs in video mode or DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs

Functions available for DVDRWs/DVD-Rs in VR (Video Recording) mode

Functions available for VIDEO CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/CDRWs in video CD format or Super VCD format

Functions available for music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format

Functions available for DATA CDs (CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CDRWs containing MP3 tracks or JPEG files)

Functions available for DATA DVDs (DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs containing MP3 JPEG files)

Functions available for VHS VIDEOs

* MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format

defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

* audio

* audio tracks or

following discs

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW/-R

DVD+RW/+R

VIDEO CD/ Music CD

CD-RW/-R

“DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD+R DL,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos are trademarks.

Note about CDs/DVDs

The player can play CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the following formats:

– music CD format – video CD format – MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of

format conforming to ISO 9660* Level 1/ Level 2, or its extended format, Joliet

– KODAK Picture CD format

* A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,

defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization).

The player can play DVD-ROMs/DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs recorded in the following formats:

– MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files of

format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format)

– 8 cm DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and DVD-R

recorded with a DVD Video camera

continued

About this manual

Region code

Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and only will play DVD VIDEO discs (playback only) labeled w ith id entical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.

DVDs labeled will also play on this player.

If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, a message will appear on the TV screen to indicate that the disc is not playable. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

SLV-DXXXX

NO.

ALL

Region code

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

• CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those

recorded in the formats listed on the previous page.

• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.

• Data part of CD-Extras

• DVD Audios

• HD layer on Super Audio CDs

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD VIDEO with a different region code.

• A disc recorded in a color system other than

NTSC, such as PAL or SECAM (this player conforms to the NTSC color system).

• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,

card, heart).

• A disc with paper or stickers on it.

• A disc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape

or a sticker still left on it.

Notes about DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs

Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVDRs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software. The disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the recording device. Note that some playback functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc by normal playback. Also some DATA CDs/DATA DVDs created in Packet Write format cannot be played.

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this player plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

This player can play the following discs

Note on DualDiscs

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. Please be aware that the audio side of a DualDisc may not play on this product because these discs do not conform to the CD standard. “DualDisc” is a trademark of the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

This player can play the following discs

Getting Started

Step 1 : Unpacking

Check that you have received the following items with the DVD-VCR:

• Remote commander • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type

connectors

• Size AA (R6) batteries

Note

• The supplied remote commander is for the exclusive use of this DVD-VCR.

Unpacking

Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander

Inserting the batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

Insert the negative (–) end first, then push in and down until the positive (+) end clicks into position.

Reattach the cover after inserting the battery.

Getting Started

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Setting up the remote commander

Using the remote commander

You can use this remote commander to operate this DVD-VCR and a Sony TV. Buttons on the remote commander marked with an orange dot (•) can be used to operate your Sony TV.

If the TV does not have the symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV.

To operate Set TV / DVD·VIDEO switch to

the DVD player DVD·VIDEO

the VCR DVD·VIDEO

a Sony TV TV

Notes

• With normal use, the batteries should last about three to six months.

• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not use different types of batteries.

• Do not leave the remote commander in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so

DVD-VCR

and point at the remote sensor at a Sony TV

to avoid possible damage from battery leakage.

may cause a malfunction.

, then press SELECT DVD and point at the remote sensor at the

, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor at the

Remote sensor

TV / DVD·VIDEO switch

SELECT VIDEO

SELECT DVD

Setting up the remote commander

Controlling a Sony TV with the remote commander

You can use this remote to operate your Sony TV. Use the buttons marked with an orange dot (•).

When the TV

Buttons Operations

?/1 Turns a Sony TV on or off

VOL +/– Adjusts the volume of a Sony TV

CH +/– Selects the channel on a Sony TV

Number buttons and ENTER Selects the channel on a Sony TV

MUTING Mutes a Sony TV equipped with the muting function

TV/VIDEO Switches a Sony TV’s input source

/ DVD·VIDEO switch is set to TV, the remote performs the following:

Getting Started

To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV

/ DVD·VIDEO switch to DVD·VIDEO.

Setting up the remote commander

Step 3 : Basic hookups

Before you get started

• Be sure to disconnect the AC power cord of each component before connecting.

• Turn off the power to all equipment.

• Do not connect the AC power cords until all of the connections are completed. If you connect the AC power cord before the connections are completed, you may not be able to use the Plug and Play function.

• Be sure you make connections firmly. Loose connections may cause picture distortion.

• If your TV does not match any of the examples provided, see your nearest Sony dealer or qualified technician.

Selecting the best hookup option

There are many ways in which your DVD-VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your DVD-VCR so that it works best for you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diagrams and procedures on the following pages to set up your DVD-VCR.

If your TV has audio/video inputs, refer to page 15 for audio/video (A/V) hookup. Then follow one of the hookups below. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, go directly to one of the hookups below.

If you have Use Refer to

Antenna only, no cable TV Hookup 1 A or B

No cable box or cable box with only a few scrambled channels

Cable box with many scrambled channels Hookup 2 Page 19

(Plug and Play)

Hookup 1 C (Plug and Play)

Page 16 and 18

Page 17 and 18

After you have completed the connections, follow the instructions for setup.

After you have completed the setup, you are ready to use your DVD-VCR. Procedures differ depending on the hookup you used.

Caution

Connections between the DVD-VCR’s VHF/UHF connector and the antenna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so may result in operation that violates the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission regarding the use and operation of RF devices. Never connect the output of the DVD-VCR to an antenna or make simultaneous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR connections at the antenna terminals of your receiver.

Note to CATV system installer (in USA)

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Basic hookups

Audio/video (A/V) hookup

If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input jacks, you will get better picture and sound if you hook up your DVD-VCR using these connections. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, see the following pages for antenna or cable hookups. Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 30) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for a true “hometheater” experience.

If you are not planning to use your DVD-VCR to record programs, you only need to make the connections shown on this page. If you want to record regular or cable TV programs, complete these connections first, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

Stereo receiverDVD-VCR

Audio/video cord (not supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

B Use this hookup if your TV does not have stereo jacks

Stereo receiverDVD-VCR

Getting Started

Video cord (not supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

Notes

• To play a tape/disc in stereo, you must use the A/V connection.

• If you do not have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AUDIO L jack to the AUDIO IN jack on your TV.

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Basic hookups

Hookup 1 (Plug and Play)

A Use this hookup if you are using:

• VHF/UHF antenna (you get channels 2–13 and channels 14 and higher)

• UHF-only antenna (you get channels 14 and higher)

• Separate VHF and UHF antennas

DVD-VCR

B Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you get

channels 2–13 only)

DVD-VCR

Rear of TV VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

Rear of TV VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

If you cannot connect your antenna cable to the DVD-VCR directly

If your antenna cable is a flat cable (300-ohm twin lead cable), attach an external antenna connector (not supplied) so you can connect the cable to the IN connector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should use a U/V band mixer (not supplied) (page 100).

Basic hookups

C Use this hookup if you have no cable box, or a cable box with only a

few scrambled channels

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any unscrambled channel by selecting the channel on the VCR

What you cannot do

• Record scrambled channels that require a cable box

Getting Started

Wall

Connect this cable directly to your TV if you do not have a cable box.

DVD-VCR

Cable box

Rear of TV VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

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Basic hookups

DVD-VCR setup (Hookup 1 continued)

Plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet.

The DVD-VCR automatically presets the DVD-VCR’s clock and TV channels when the DVD-VCR is plugged into the AC outlet.

to AC outlet

AC power cord

The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and channels.

When Auto preset is completed, the current time appears in the display window.

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. To begin using your DVD-VCR, go to “Basic Operations” on page 34.

To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see “Step 4 : Selecting a language” on page 20.

The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock is incorrect, or “–:–” appears in the display window, see “Using Manual Clock Set” on page 24.

To add or disable channels manually, see “Presetting/disabling channels manually” on page 28.

Notes

• If you connect the AC power cord before the antenna connections are completed, the channels

may be incorrectly set. If this happens, see “Step 6 : Presetting channels” on page 26.

• Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote commander during Auto preset.

• Auto preset starts automatically only when you plug in the AC power cord for the first time

after you purchase the DVD-VCR.

• Auto preset can be performed by pressing x on the unit

with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

continuously for 5 seconds or more

Basic hookups

Hookup 2

Use this hookup if you are connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels

What you can do with this hookup

• Record any channel by selecting the channel on the cable box

What you cannot do

• Record with the cable box turned off

• Record one channel while watching another channel

Getting Started

Wall

Cable box

DVD-VCR

Rear of TV VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

Match the type of connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

For connector types B and C, no UHF connection is required.

After you have completed hookup…

After you have completed hookup, plug the DVD-VCR into an AC outlet and see “Step 4 : Selecting a language” on page 20.

to AC outlet

AC power cord

Basic hookups

Step 4 : Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language.

Before you start…

• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

• Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

•Set TV

• If the DVD player is in play mode, you

/ DVD·VIDEO switch to

DVD·VIDEO on the remote.

cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

SET UP

V/v

ENTER

Selecting a language

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

Press V/v to select “Language”, then press ENTER.

The “LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE” menu appears.

Press V/v to select the desired language, English, Spanish or French, then press ENTER.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Getting Started

Selecting a language

Step 5 : Setting the clock

You must set the clock on the DVD-VCR to use the timer features properly.

Using the Auto Clock Set feature

Some TV and cable channels transmit time signals with their broadcasts. Your DVDVCR can pick up this time signal to automatically set the clock.

The Auto Clock Set feature works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not sending time signals, set the time manually (page 24).

SET UP

Before you start…

• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

• Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

•Set TV

• If the DVD player is in play mode, you

/ DVD·VIDEO switch to

DVD·VIDEO on the remote.

cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

Press V/v to select “Clock Set/Adjust”, then press ENTER.

The “CLOCK SET/ADJUST” menu appears.

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

Setting the clock

Press V/v to select “Auto”, then press ENTER.

Getting Started

Press V/v to select the item you want, then press B/b to make the setting.

• For “Clock data CH” Leave the setting to “Auto” to have the DVD-VCR automatically search for a channel that carries a time signal. Press to select a channel that carries a time signal. Use this option if you know of a channel that carries a time signal. Most PBS member stations broadcast a time signal. For the fastest response, select your local PBS station.

• For “Time zone” Select the time zone of your area, or select “Auto” to have the DVD-VCR automatically set your time zone. The options are: Auto y Atl. (Atlantic) y East (Eastern) y Cen. (Central) y Mtn. (Mountain) y Pac. (Pacific) y Alas (Alaska) y Haw. (Hawaii) y Auto

• For “Daylight saving” Select “Yes” or “No” (standard time), or “Auto” to have the DVD-VCR automatically set the daylight saving time.

B/b

Press O RETURN, then press SET UP to exit the menu.

To activate the Auto Clock Set function, turn off the DVD-VCR.

Setting the clock

continued

Notes

• The clock cannot be set automatically if you do not receive a channel that carries a time signal in your area. If so, set the clock manually (page 24).

• If there are only a few channels in your area that carry time signals, setting the clock automatically may take up to about 20 minutes. If nothing happens even after you wait about 20 minutes, set the clock manually (page 24).

• If you made Hookup 2, make sure you leave the cable box on.

• The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off.

Using Manual Clock Set

Before you start…

• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

• Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

•Set TV

• If the DVD player is in play mode, you

/ DVD·VIDEO switch to

DVD·VIDEO

cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

on the remote.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

Press V/v to select “Clock Set/Adjust”, then press ENTER.

The “CLOCK SET/ADJUST” menu appears.

Setting the clock

Press V/v to select “Manual”, then press ENTER.

Getting Started

Set the hour, minutes, month, day and year in sequence by pressing B/b to select the item to be set, and press V/v to select the digits. The day of the week is set automatically.

Press ENTER to confirm the setting.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Note

• The clock display appears when VIDEO mode is selected with no tape inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off.

Setting the clock

Step 6 : Presetting channels

This DVD-VCR is capable of receiving VHF channels 2 to 13, UHF channels 14 to 69 and unscrambled CATV channels 1 to 125. First, we recommend that you preset the receivable channels in your area using automatic presetting methods. Then, if there are any unwanted channels, disable them manually. If you have already decided which channels you wish to preset, set them directly using manual presetting methods (page 28).

Presetting all receivable channels automatically

Before you start…

• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

• Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

•Set TV

• If the DVD player is in play mode, you

/ DVD·VIDEO switch to

DVD·VIDEO

cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

on the remote.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Presetting channels

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

Press V/v to select “Channel Setup”, then press ENTER.

The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.

Getting Started

Press V/v to select “Ant/Cable.”

• To preset cable TV channels: Press

B/b to select “Cable TV.”

• To preset VHF and UHF channels:

B/b to select “Antenna.”

Press

Press V/v to select “Auto Channel Memory,” then press ENTER.

All receivable channels are preset in numerical sequence. When no more receivable channels can be found, presetting stops and the picture from the lowest numbered channel is displayed on the TV screen.

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Presetting channels

Presetting/disabling channels manually

Before you start…

• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

• Set the TV to video input so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen.

•Set TV

• If the DVD player is in play mode, you

/ DVD·VIDEO switch to

DVD·VIDEO

cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

on the remote.

CH +/– Number

buttons

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

O RETURN

Presetting channels

Press SET UP, then press V/v to select (OPTION) and press ENTER.

Press V/v to select “Channel Setup”, then press ENTER.

The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.

Press V/v to select “Channel Add/Delete,” then press ENTER.

To preset/disable a channel:

1 Press CH +/– or number buttons to enter

the channel number.

2 Press B/b to select “ADD” (in memory)

or “DELETE” (deleted).

3 Press ENTER.

Channel to be preset

Channel to be disabled

Getting Started

Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Note

• If you have not preset channels automatically, you cannot preset/disable channels manually.

Presetting channels

Advanced Hookups

S-Video/Component Video hookup

Select one of the following patterns A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver). You can enjoy higher quality images when playing DVDs.

Make audio connections using the LINE OUT AUDIO L/R jacks or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jacks on the right side of the DVD-VCR when you use S-VIDEO/Component Video hookup. See page 32 for audio connections.

If your TV accepts progressive (480p) format signals, you must use the connection B.

DVD-VCR

to S-VIDEO OUT

to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

(blue)

(red)

(green)

(green) (red) (blue)

S-Video/Component Video hookup

S-VIDEO cord (not supplied)

Component video cord (not supplied)

l : Signal flow (DVD only)

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