Sony SLV-D300 User Manual

3-083-945-11 (1) US

DVD Player/ Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Instructions

For customers in the USA If you have any questions about your Sony DVD-VCR, you may c all Sony Customer Information Services Company at 1-800-VHS-SONY (847-7669). For all other Sony product questions, please call Sony Customer Inf o rmat ion Se rvi ces

Company at 1-800-222-SONY (7669).

Or write to: Sony Customer Information Services Company 12451 Gateway Boulevard Ft. Myers, FL 33913

For Customers in Canada If this product is not worki ng properly, please call 1- 877-6 02-2008 for Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other product related qu estion s please cont act our Cus tomer Informati on Service Center at 1-877-899-7669 or write t o us at: C us tomer Infor ma tion S ervice 11 5 Gordo n

Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6

SLV-D300P

WARNING

Welcome!

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this DVD player is harmful 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

within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

“dangerous voltage”

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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. SLV-D300P 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 designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the

receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation

between the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an

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

– Consult the dealer or an

experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Thank you for purchasing this Sony DVD Player/Video Cassette Recorder. Before operating this player, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

General Precautions

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

• This unit is not disconnected from th e 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 u nit 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.

• If the unit is brought directly from a co ld to a warm location, moistu r e may condense inside the unit and cause damage to the video head and tape. When you first install the unit, or when you move it from a cold to a warm location, wait for about three hours before operating the unit.

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

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

• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.

WARNING

Important Safeguards

For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance, and keep this ma nual for future reference.

Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance, or the one described in the operating instructions and adhere to them.

Use

Power sources

This set should be opera ted only from the type of power source indicated on the markin g la be l If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your deal er or local power company. For those sets designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refe r to the operating instructions.

Grounding or Polarization

This set is equipped with a polarized ac power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow the instructions below:

For the set with a polarized ac power cord plug:

This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unabl e to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. D o not defeat the safety purpose of the polari ze d plug by forcing it in.

For the set with a three-wire grounding type ac plug:

This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the pl ug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. D o not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

Overloading

Do not overloa d wall outlets , extensio n cords or convenie nce receptacles beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the set through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or s hort out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the set.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

Cleaning

Unplug th e s et from the wall outlet before cleani ng or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners or aeroso l cleane rs. Use a cloth lightly dampen e d w it h water for cleaning the exterior of the set.

Installation

Water and Moisture

Do not use power-line operated sets near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

Power-Cord Protection

Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying partic ular attention to the plugs, recep tacl es, and the point where the cord exit s from the applia nce .

Accessories

Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the set. Use only a cart stand tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and ca rt combina tion should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

Ventilation

The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the set, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings mu st never be blocked or covered.

• Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or ot her materials.

• Never block the slots and openings by placing the set on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

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Important Safeguards

• Never place the set in a confined space, s uch as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

• Do not place the set near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

Antennas Outdoor antenna grounding

If an outdoor antenna or cabl e system is installed, follow the precautions below.

An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or o ther electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits. WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL. Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the m ast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead -in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of ant enna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode .

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

Antenna Lead in Wire

Ground Clamp

Electric Service Equipment

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Lightning

For added protection for this set during a light ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the an te nna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power-line surges.

Antenna Discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250 Part H)

Service

Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the set from th e wall ou t le t a nd refer servicing to qualified service person ne l un der the following conditions:

• When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the set.

• If the set h as be en exposed to rain or water.

• If the set has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

• If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are specified in th e op erating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified tec hnicia n to r estor e the set t o norma l operation.

• When the set exhibits a distinct cha nge in performance - this indicates a need for service.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Replacement parts

When replacement pa rts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that hav e th e s ame characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition.

Important Safeguards

DVD Precautions

On safety

• Caution – The use of optica l in struments with this product will increase eye hazard.

• To prevent fir e or shock hazard, do not pl ace objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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

On operation

• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very dam p room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate prope rl y. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.

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

On adjusting volume when playing DVD

Do not turn up the volume whil e liste ni ng t o 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 discs

Do not use a commercially available cleaning disc. It may cause a malfunction.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen di splay image on your television screen indefin itel y. If you leave the still video image or on- screen displ ay image displayed on your T V for an extended period of time you risk permane nt damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are especially susc ep tible to this.

DVD Precautions

Table of contents

2 WARN ING 2 Welcome! 2 General Precautions 3 Important Safeguards 5 DVD Precautions 8 About this manual 8 This player can play the following discs 9 Notes about discs

Getting Started

10 Step 1 : Unpacking 11 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 14 Step 3 : Basic hookups 21 Step 4 : Selecting a language 22 Step 5 : Setting the clock 26 Step 6 : Presetting channels

Basic Operations

30 Playing dis cs 33 Guide to the on-screen display 35 Playing a tape 38 Recording TV programs 41 Recording TV programs using the

timer

44 Checking/changing/canceling timer

settings

Advanced Hookups

46 A/V Receive r hook up 48 S-Video/Component Video hookup

DVD Settings and Adjustements

50 Audio Setup 53 Screen Setup

Table of contents

56 Setting the display or sound track

language

58 Parental Control (limiting playback

by children)

DVD Additional Operations

61 Using the DVD’s menu 62 Zooming into a scene 63 Changing the angles 64 Displaying the subtitle 65 Various play mode functions

(Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)

69 Using bookmarks 71 Changing the sound 72 Virtual surround setting 74 Playing an MP3 audio track 78 Playing JPEG image files 81 Playing VIDEO CDs with “MENU

ON/OFF” Functions

VCR Additional Operations

83 Quick Timer Recording 84 Recording stereo and bilingual

programs

85 Searching using various functio ns 87 Adjusting the picture (tracking) 88 Changing menu options 89 Editing with another VCR

Additional Information

91 General setup information 94 Troubleshooting

99 Glossary 101 Specifications 103 Index to parts an d controls 108 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 109 Index

Caution

For use of the VCR

Television programs, films, video tape s and other materials may be copyrigh ted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the prov isions of the copy right laws. Also, use of this recorder with cable television transmission may require authorization from the cable television transmission and/or program owner.

For use of the DVD player

This product incorpora tes copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents, other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporatio n, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporatio n. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Table of contents

About this manual

• The meaning of the icons used in this manual is

described below:

Icon Meaning

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

Functions av ailable for VI DEO CDs, Super VCDs or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs in video CD form at or Super VCD format

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

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

Functions available for VHS VIDEOs

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

defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

This player can play the following disc s

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

VIDEO CD

Music CD

The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.

Region code

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

SLV–DXXXX

0-000-000-00

ALL

Region code

DVDs labeled will also play on this player.

If you try to play any other DVD, the message “Playback prohibited by area limitations.” will appear on the TV screen . De pending on the DVD, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.

00V 00Hz

NO.

00W

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

• All CD-ROMs (including PHOTO CDs)/CDRs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following fo rmats: –music CD format –video CD format –MP3 or JPEG format th at conforms to ISO9660* Le vel 1/Level 2, or its exten ded format, Joliet

• Data part of CD -Extras

• DVD-RWs in VR mode

• DVD-ROMs

• DVD Audio discs

• HD layer on Sup er Audio CDs

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

defined by ISO (International Standard Organization).

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

• A DVD with a different region cod e.

• A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL or SEC A M (this player conforms to the N T SC color system).

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

• A disc with pa per or stickers on it .

• A disc that ha s the ad hesive of cello phane t ape or a sticker still left on it.

About this manual

Note

Some DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot b e played on th is player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device. Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more in fo rm ation, see the operating instruction s fo r th e reco rd i ng de vice. Note that discs created in the Packet Write format cannot be played.

Notes about discs

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

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, so me 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 desi gned to playback di scs 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 disc s, t here are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

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

• After playing, store the disc i n its case.

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

Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

Notes about discs

Getting Started

Step 1 :Unpacking

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

• Remote commander

• Size AA (R6) batteries

• 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-type connectors

• Audio/video cord (pinplug ×3 y pinplug ×3)

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.

Using the remote commander

You can use this remote commander to operate this DVDVCR 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.

DVD·VIDEO

SELECT VIDEO

SELECT DV D

Remote sensor

TV /

Getting Started

To operate Set TV / DVD·VIDEO to

the DVD player DVD·VIDEO

the VCR DVD·VIDEO

your TV TV

Notes

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

• If you do not use the remote commander for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from batter y le akage.

• 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 di re ct lig ht from the sun or lighting apparatus. Do ing so may cause a malfunction.

the DVD-VCR

at the DVD-VCR

and point at the remote sens or at your TV

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

, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor

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Setting up the remote commander

Controlling other TVs with the remote commander

The remote commander is preprogram ed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the following table, set the ap propriate manufacturer’s code number.

Set TV / DVD·VIDEO at the top of the remote commander to TV.

Hold down ?/1, and enter your TV’s code number using the number buttons.

Then release ?/1.

Now you can use the ?/1, VOL +/–, CH +/–, MUTING*, TV/VIDEO and ENTER* buttons to control your TV. You can also use the buttons marked with a dot (•) to control a Sony TV. To control the DVD-VCR, reset TV DVD·VIDEO.

* for Sony TV only

Code numbers of controllable TVs

If more than one code number is listed, try entering th em on e at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.

/ DVD·VIDEO to

TV brand Code number

Sony 01 Akai 04 AOC 04 Centurion 12 Coronado 03 Curtis-Mathes 12 Daytron 12 Emerson 03, 04, 14 Fisher 11 General Electric 06, 10 Gold Star 03, 04, 17 Hitachi 02, 03 J.C.Penn ey 04 , 12 JVC 09 KMC 03 Magnavox 03, 08, 12 Marantz 04, 13 MGA/Mitsubishi 04, 12, 13, 17 NEC 04, 12

TV brand Code number

Panasonic 06, 19 Philco 03, 04 Philips 08 Pioneer 16 Portland 03 Quasar 06, 18 Radio Shack 05, 14 RCA 04, 10 Sampo 12 Sanyo 11 Scott 12 Sears 07, 10, 11 Sharp 03, 05, 18 Sylvania 08, 12 Teknika 03, 08, 14 Toshiba 07 Wards 03, 04, 12 Yorx 12 Zenith 15

Setting up the remote commander

Notes

• If you enter a new code numbe r, the code nu mber previously entered w il l be era s ed.

• If the TV uses a different re mote control system from the one programed to work w ith the DVD-VCR, you cannot control your TV w i th t he rem ot e commander.

• When you replace the batteries of the remote commander, the code number may change. Set the appropriate code number every time you replace the batteries.

Getting Started

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 conn ect the AC power cords until all of the connections are compl eted . If

you connect the A C p ow er cor d befor e the co nnec tions ar e comp leted, you may n ot 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 S ony

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 wo rks best fo r you, first scan through the table below. Then use the accompanying diag rams and procedures on t he following pages to set up your DVD-VCR.

If your TV has audio/ video inputs, re fer to page 15 for audio/vid eo (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

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

Cable box with many scrambled channels

(Plug and Play) Hookup 2

(Plug and Play) Hookup 3 Page 20

Pages 16 and 17

Pages 18 and 19

Basic hookups

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

Connectio ns between the DVD-VCR’s VHF/UHF co nnector and the antenna te r minals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the foll owing instruct i ons. 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 simul ta neous (parallel) antenna and DVD-VCR connections at the an te nna terminals of your receiver.

Note to CATV system installer (in USA)

This reminder is p rovided to call the CATV system installer ’s attention to Article 820- 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for prope r 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.

Audio/video (A/V) hookup

If your TV has audio /vi deo ( A/V) inp ut jacks , you will ge t bette r pict ure and so und if you hook up your DVD-VCR using these connections. If your TV does not have A/V inputs, see the following pages f or antenna or cable hookups. Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 46) explains additional hookup methods that will optimize the picture and sound for a true “h omet heater” experience.

If you are not planni ng 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 con nections first, and then go to the following pages for antenna or cable hookups.

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

Getting Started

DVD-VCR

Audio/video cord (supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

Stereo receiver

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

DVD-VCR

Video 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 whi te LINE OUT/AUDIO L jack to the AUDIO IN jack on your TV.

Audio cord (not supplied)

Stereo receiver

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Basic hookups

Hookup 1 (Plug and Play)

Antenna hookup

Make the following connections if you are using an antenna (if you do not have cable TV).

A Use this hookup if you are using:

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

• UHF-only antenna (you get cha nnels 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)

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

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

Basic hookups

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

Match the type of

DVD-VCR

connector on your TV: A, B, or C.

VHF

For connector type

B and C, no UHF

UHF

connection is required.

VHF

UHF

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 th e cable to the RF IN connector. If you have separate cables for VHF and UHF antennas, you should use a U/V band mixer (not supplied) (page 93).

Hookup 1 : DVD-VCR setup

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.

The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and cha nn els.

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

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see

“Step 4 : Selecting a language” on page 21. The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock

is incorrect, or “--:--” appears in the display win dow, see “Using Manual Clock Set” on page24.

T o add or disa b le channe ls manuall y, see “Presetting/disabling channe ls manually” on page 28.

Getting Started

AC power cord

to AC outlet

Notes

• If you conne ct th e A C po w er cor d bef ore th e ante nna co nnec tion s are c omplet ed, the cha nne ls 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 co m ma nder 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 STOP on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

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Basic hookups

Hookup 2 (Plug and Play)

You have no cable box, or a cable box with only a few scrambled channels

Recommended use

Use this hookup if you do not have a cable box. Also use this hookup if your cable system scrambles only a few 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

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.

Basic hookups

Hookup 2 : DVD-VCR setup

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.

The DVD-VCR starts presetting the clock and cha nn els.

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

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. To change the on-screen display language to French or Spanish, see

“Step 4 : Selecting a language” on page 21. The clock is set using a time signal provided by some TV channels. If the clock

is incorrect, or “--:--” appears in the display win dow, see “Using Manual Clock Set” on page24.

T o add or disa b le channe ls manuall y, see “Presetting/disabling channe ls manually” on page 28.

Getting Started

AC power cord

to AC outlet

Notes

• Do not press any buttons on the DVD-VCR or remote co m ma nder 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 STOP on the unit continuously for 5 seconds or more with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

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Basic hookups

Hookup 3

Connecting a cable box with many scrambled channels

Recommended use

Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most 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

Wall

Cable box

DVD-VCR

Rear of TV

VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

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

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

Basic hookups

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 21.

AC power cord

to AC outlet

Step 4 :Selecting a language

You can change the on-screen display language.

Before you start…

• Tur n on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO remote (page 11).

• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 91). If your T V is co nnected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If the DVD player is in play mode, you cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop the DVD playback.

to DVD·VIDEO on the

Press SET UP. The “SETUP MENU” appears.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER O RETURN

Getting Started

Press V/v/B/b to select (Language/ Idioma/Langue), 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 O RETURN to exit the menu.

Selecting a language

Step 5 : Setting the clock

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 broadc asting a time signal. If broadcasters in your area are not yet sending time signals, set the time manually (page 24).

Before you start…

• Turn on th e DVD-VCR and your TV.

When using a cable box, turn it on.

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV

DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 11).

• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or

“4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 91). If your TV is co nnected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If th e DVD player is in play mo de, you

cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop the DVD playback.

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER O RETURN

Setting the clock

Press SET UP. The “SETUP MENU” appears.

Press V/v/B/b to select (Clock Set/ Adjust), then press ENTER.

The “CLOCK SET/ADJUST” menu appears.

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 cha nn el t hat ca rr ies a t im e s ign al. Use this option if you kno w of a channe l 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 hav e the D VD-VCR aut omatically 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 hav e the D VD-VCR aut omatically set the daylight saving time.

B/b

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Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu.

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

Setting the clock

continued

Notes

• The clock cannot be set au to ma tically if you do not receive a channe l th at ca rries 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 signa ls, 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 3, make sure you leave the cable box on.

• To record TV programs using the timer, you must set the clock accurately.

• The clock disp lay appears when VIDEO mode is selected wi th no ta p e inserted or when the DVD-VCR is turned off.

Using Manual Clock Set

Before you start…

• Turn on the DVD-VCR and your TV.

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO remote (page 11).

• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 91). If your TV is co nnected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If th e DVD player is in play mo de, you cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop the DVD playback.

to DVD·VIDEO on the

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER O RETURN

Setting the clock

Press SET UP. The “SETUP MENU” appears.

Press V/v/B/b to select (Clock Set/ Adjust), then press ENTER.

The “CLOCK SET/ADJUST” menu appears.

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

Getting Started

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Press V/v to set the hour.

Press b to select the minutes and press V/v to set the minutes.

Set the month, day, and year in the same way as the minutes. The day of the week is set automatically.

Press O RETURN to save the clock setting.

Notes

• T o re co r d TV prog r ams using the timer, you must set the clock accu ra tely.

• 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 direct ly usi ng manual presetting methods (page 28).

SET UP

Presetting all receivable channels automatically

Before you start…

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

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV DVD·VIDEO remote (page 11).

• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 91). If your TV is co nnected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If th e DVD player is in play mo de, you cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop the DVD playback.

to DVD·VIDEO on the

Press SET UP. The “SETUP MENU” appears.

Press V/v/B/b to select (Channel Setup), th e n press ENTER.

The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Presetting channels

Press V/v to select “Ant/Cable.”

Getting Started

• To preset cable TV channels: Press B/b to select “Cable TV.”

• To preset VHF and UHF channels: Press B/b to select “Antenna.”

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 th e DVD-VCR and your TV. When using a cable box, turn it on.

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 11).

• Set the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 91). If your TV is co nnected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If th e DVD player is in play mo de, you cannot display the “SETUP MENU.” Stop the DVD playback.

CH +/– Number

buttons

SET UP

V/v/B/b

ENTER

Presetting channels

Press SET UP. The “SETUP MENU” appears.

Press V/v/B/b 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

Getting Started

Channel to be disabled

Press O RETURN repeatedly to exit the menu.

Presetting channels

Basic Operations

Playing discs

Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

Before you start ...

• Turn on th e DVD-VCR and your TV.

• Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player app ears on the TV screen.

•Set TV

/ DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO, then press SELECT DVD to control the DVD player (page 11).

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m/M C

./ > X PAUSE x STOP

H PLAY

Playing discs

Press Z to open the disc tray and place a disc on the disc tray.

with the playba ck side facing down

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