Sony SLV-D350P, SLV-D550P User Manual

3-091-712-12 (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 Servi 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 working pr operly, please call 1-877 -602- 2008 fo r Peace of Mind Warranty Replacement service. For other product related qu estion s please cont act our Customer Information S ervice Center at 1-877-899-7669 or write t o us at: C us tomer Infor mation S ervice 11 5 Gordo n

Baker Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6

SLV-D550P SLV-D350P

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.

USE OF ANY CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS, OR PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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.

WARNING

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELEC TRIC 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. ______________ 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 a confined space such as a book or similar 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.

Important Safety

DVD Precautions

Instructions

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions . 3 Heed all warnings . 4 Follow all in s tructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventila ti on 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-ty pe 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 el ectrician for replaceme n t of the obsolete o u tlet.

10 Protect th e power cord from bei ng w al ke d on or

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

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 c art /app arat us comb inat ion to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lig htning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required w he n the apparatus has been damaged i n 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.

On safety

• Caution – The use of optical instru me nt s w ith this product will incre ase eye ha zard.

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

• Should any solid object or liqui d fall int o th e cabinet, unplug the player 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 place d in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate prope rly. 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 while listening to a section with very low level in put s or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers ma y be da maged when a peak level sect io n is pl aye d .

On cleaning discs

Do not use a commer cially availabl e cleanin g disc. It may cause a malfun ct ion.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This playe r is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen displ ay im age on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still 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 susc ep tible to this.

Important Safety Instructions

SLV-D550P/SLV-D350P

Corrections

Please correct the supplied Operating Instructions as follows:

“AUDIO SETUP” menu (page 65)

Incorrect Correct

Dolby Digital DTS Audio DRC

AUDIO SETUP

[ D-PCM ] [ Off ] [ Wide Range ]

Dolby Digital DTS Audio DRC

AUDIO SETUP

[ D-PCM ] [ Off ] [ Standard ]

vVb

RETURN

SET UP

vVb

RETURN

SET UP

Menu choices • Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control) (Page 66)

Incorrect

Correct

Wide Range

TV Mode

Standard

Wide Range Gives you the feeling of being at alive performance.

Gives you the feeling of being at alive performance.

Makes the low sounds clear even if you turn the volume down.

Normally select this position.

DVD Troubleshooting “The sound volume is low.” (page 113)

Incorrect

Correct

The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set “Audio DRC” to “TV Mode” (page 66). The sound volume is low on some DVDs. The sound volume may improve if you set “Audio DRC” to “Wide Range” (page 66).

2 WARN ING 2 Welcome! 2 General Precautions 3 Important Safety Instructions 3 DVD Precautions 6 About this manual 6 This player can play the following discs 8 Notes about discs

Getting Started

9 Step 1 : Unpacking 10 Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander 13 Step 3 : Basic hookups 20 Step 4 : Selecting a language 22 Step 5 : Setting the clock 26 Step 6 : Presetting channels 30 Step 7 : Setting up the VCR Plus+

system (SLV-D550P only)

Basic Operations

33 Playing disc s 37 Guide to the on-screen display 40 Locking the disc tray (Child Lock) 41 Playing a tape 44 Recording TV programs 47 Recording TV programs using the

timer

50 Recording TV programs using the

Dial Timer (SLV-D550P only)

55 Recording TV programs using the

VCR Plus+ only)

58 Checking/changing/canceling timer

settings

60 Locking the DVD-VCR (Child Lock)

Table of contents

system (SLV-D550P

Advanced Hookups

61 A/V Receiver hookup 63 S-Video/Component Video hookup

DVD Settings and Adjustments

65 Audio Setup 67 Screen Setup 71 Setting the display or sound track

language

73 Parental Control (limiting playback

by children)

DVD Additional Operations

76 Using the DVD’ s menu 78 Zooming into a scene 79 Changing the angles 80 Displaying the subtitle 81 Various play mode functions

(Program play, Shuffle play, Repeat play)

86 Changing the sound 87 Virtual surround setting 89 Playing an MP3 audio track 93 Playing JPEG image files 97 Playing VIDEO CDs with “PBC ON/

OFF” Functions

VCR Additional Operations

99 Quick Timer Recording

100 Recording stereo and bilingual

programs

101 Searching using various functio ns 103 Adjusting the picture (tracking) 104 Changing menu options 106 Editing with another VCR

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 televisi on transmission and/or program owner.

For use of the DVD player

This product incorpora tes 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.

Additional Information

108 General setup information 112 Troubleshooting 117 Glossary 119 Specifications 120 Index to parts an d controls 125 DVD Audio/Subtitle Language 126 Index

* VCR Plu s + and PlusCode ar e registered

trademarks of Gemstar D evelopment Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufact ured under license from G emstar Development Corporation.

Table of contents

About this manual

This player can play the

Check your model name

The instructions in this manual are for the 2 models: SLV-D550P and SLV-D350P. Check your model name by looking at the rear panel of your DVD-VCR.

SLV-D550P is the model used for illustratio n

purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example , “SLV-D550P only”.

• 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 thi s manua l 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 in VR (Video Recording) mode

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

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

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

Functions available for VHS VIDEOs

* audio

following disc s

Format of discs

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW

VIDEO CD

Music CD

“DVD VIDEO” and “DVD-RW” are trademarks.

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 with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrig ht s.

DVDs labeled will also play on this player.

If you try to play any other DVD VIDEO, the message “Playback prohibited by area limitations.” will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD VIDEO, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restri ct io ns.

SLV-DXXXX

NO.

ALL

Region code

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

defined by ISO/MPEG which compresses audio data.

About this manual

Example of discs that the player cannot play

The player cann ot p la y t he following disc s:

• All CD-ROMs (incl uding PHOTO CDs)/CD Rs/CD-RWs othe r t han those recorded in the following formats: – music CD format – video CD format – MP3 or JPEG format that conforms to

ISO9660* Level 1/Level 2

• Data pa rt of CD-Extras

• DVD-ROMs

• DVD Audio discs

• HD layer on Super 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 disc s:

• 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 col or system).

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

• A disc wit h paper or stickers on i t .

• A disc that has t he adhesi ve of ce llopha ne tape or a sticker still left on it.

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playba ck operati ons of DVDs an d VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this player plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs ac cording to the dis c contents the software producers designed, s om e playback features may not be ava il able . Als o, re fe r to t he instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is de si gned to playback di scs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, vari ous music discs encoded with copyright pr ot ection 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.

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

Some DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, DVD+RWs/ DVD+Rs, 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 h as no t been corr ectly finalized. Also, imag es in DVD-RW di scs wit h CPRM* protection ma y not be played if they contain a copy protection signal.

* CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable

Media) is a coding te chnology that protects the copyright of images.

This player can play the following discs

Notes about discs

• To keep the di sc cle an, 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 playin g, st ore the disc in its case.

• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc fr om t h e 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 • 75-ohm coaxial cable with F-t ype connectors

• Size AA (R6) batteries • Audio/video cord (pinplug ×3 y pinplug ×3)

Note

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

Getting Started

Unpacking

Step 2 : Setting up the remote commander

Inserting the batteries

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the + an d – 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 ope rate 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 h ave the symbol near the remote sensor, this remote commander will not operate the TV.

TV / DVD·VIDEO

SELECT VIDEO SELECT DVD

Remote sensor

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 months.

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

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

• Do not use different types of batteries.

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

• Do not drop any foreign object i nto the re mote casi ng, par ticul arly when replacin g the batter ies.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light fro m the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunct ion.

Setting up the remote commander

the DVD-VCR

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

, then press SELECT VIDEO and point at the remote sensor

at the DVD-VCR

and point at the remote sen s or at your TV

Controlling other TVs with the remote commander

The remote commander is preprogrammed to control non-Sony TVs. If your TV is listed in the following table, set the appro pri ate manufacturer’s code number.

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

Hold down ?/1, and enter your T V ’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 them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.

/ DVD·VIDEO to

Getting Started

TV brand Code number

Sony 01 Akai 04 AOC 04 Centurion 12 Coronado 03 Curtis-Mathes 12 Daewoo 22 Daytron 12 Emerson 03, 04, 14 Fisher 11 General Electric 06, 10 LG/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

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Setting up the remote commander

Notes

• If you enter a new code numbe r, the code number previously entered will be erased.

• If the TV uses a different remote control system from the one progra m me d to work with the DVD-VCR, you cannot control your TV with the remote co mm a nder.

• 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.

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 t he A C po w er cor d befor e the co nnect ions are co mpleted, you m ay not be able to use the Plug and Play function.

• B e 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 you r DVD-VCR can be hooked up. To hook up your DVD-VCR so that it works best for you, first scan throu gh th e ta bl e be low. 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 14 for audio/video (A/V) ho okup. 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 bo x w it h only a few scrambled channels

Cable box with many scrambled channels

(Plug and Play) Hookup 2

(Plug and Play) Hookup 3 Page 19

Pages 15 and 16

Pages 17 and 18

Getting Started

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 betw ee n the DVD-VCR’s VHF/UHF connector and the a nte nna terminals of the TV receiver should be made only as shown in the following instructions. Failure to do so ma y 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 p rovided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Articl e 8 20- 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 practi cal.

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Basic hookups

Audio/video (A/V) hookup

If your TV has audio/video (A/V) input ja cks, you will g et better pic ture and sound i f 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 hoo kups. Note that “Advanced Hookups” (page 61) explains additi onal 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 ho okups.

A Use this hookup if your TV has stereo jacks

Audio/video co r d (supplied)

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

Stereo receiverDVD-VCR

Audio cord (not supplied)

Stereo receiverDVD-VCR

Basic hookups

Video cord (not supplied)

Audio cord (not supplied)

Notes

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

• If you do not have a stereo receiver, connect the white LINE OUT/AU DIO L jack to the

AUDIO IN jack on your TV.

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 channels 2–13 and channels 14 and higher)

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

• S eparate VHF and UHF antennas

DVD-VCR

B Use this hookup if you are using a VHF-only antenna (you g e t

channels 2–13 only)

Rear of TV VHF/UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

Getting Started

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

Rear of TV 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.

DVD-VCR

VHF

UHF

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 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 111).

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Basic hookups

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.

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 disp lay window.

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. T o change the on-screen display la ng ua g e to Fr e nch 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 cl ock

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 comma 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 pressin g x on the unit

with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

continuously for 5 seconds or more

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 thi s hookup if your cabl e system scrambles only a few channels.

What you can do with this hookup

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

What you cannot do

• R ecord 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

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.

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 disp lay window.

You have now completed DVD-VCR setup. T o change the on-screen display la ng ua g e to Fr e nch 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 cl ock

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 comma 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 pressin g x on the unit

with the DVD-VCR power turned off.

continuously for 5 seconds or more

Basic hookups

Hookup 3

Connecting a cable box with man y scrambled channels

Recommended use

Use this hookup if your cable system scrambles all or most channels.

What you can do with this hookup

• R ecord any channel by select ing the channel on th e cable box

What you cannot do

• R ecord 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.

Getting Started

After you have completed hookup…

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

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV DVD·VIDEO

to DVD·VIDEO on the

remote (page 10).

• S et the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If the DVD player is in play mo de, you 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”

LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE

OPTION SETUP

Language Clock Set/Adjust Channel Setup Auto Power Off RF Output Channel

RETURN

ENTER

English Español Français

:English

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

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

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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).

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V/v/B/b

ENTER

Before you start…

• Turn on the 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 10).

• S et the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If the DVD player is in play mo de, you 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.

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Auto Manual

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Setting the clock

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

CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Clock data CH [ Auto ] Time zone [ Auto ] Daylight saving [ Au t o ]

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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

B/b

CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Clock data CH [ 123 ] Time zone [ Auto ] Daylight saving [ Auto ]

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

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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.

CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Clock data CH [ Auto ] Time zone [ Pac. ] Daylight saving [ Auto ]

The options are: Auto y Atl. (Atlantic) y East (Eastern)

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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.

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Clock data CH [ Auto ] Time zone [ Auto ] Daylight saving [ No ]

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

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

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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 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.

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV / DVD·VIDEO remote (page 10).

• S et the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If the DVD player is in play mo de, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

to DVD·VIDEO on the

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V/v/B/b

ENTER

Setting the clock

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.

Language Clock Set/Adjust Channel Setup Auto Power Off RF Output Channel

ENTER

Auto Manual

ENTER

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

CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Time Date

12:00

1/01 2004 Thu

Year

Press V/v to set the hour.

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

Set the month, day, and year in sequence by pressing b to select the item to be set, and press V/v to select the digits, then press b.

The day of the week is set automatically.

Press ENTER to confirm the setting.

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12:00

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Time Date

1/01 2004 Thu

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CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Time Date

1/01 2004 Thu

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CLOCK SET/ADJUST

Time Date

10/06 2004 Wed

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ENTER

Year

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Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Tip

• To change the digits while setting, press B to return to the item to be changed, and select the digits by pressing V/v.

Notes

• T o re co r d TV prog r ams using the timer, you must set the clock accura 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).

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Presetting all receivable channels automatically

Before you start…

• Turn on the 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 10).

• S et the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If the DVD player is in play mo de, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

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

V/v/B/b

ENTER

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Presetting channels

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

The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.

CHANNEL SETUP

Ant/Cable [ Cable TV ] Auto Channel Memory Channel Add/Delete Guide Channel Setup

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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AUTO CH MEMORY

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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.

• To control the DVD-VCR, set TV DVD·VIDEO to DVD·VIDEO on the remote (page 10).

• S et the “RF Output Channel” to “3CH” or “4CH” in “OPTION SETUP” menu (page 108). If your TV is connected to the DVD-VCR using A/V connections, set the TV to video input.

• If the DVD player is in play mo de, you cannot display the setup menu. Stop the DVD playback.

CH +/– Number

buttons

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Presetting channels

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

Language Clock Set/Adjust Channel Setup Auto Power Off RF Output Channel

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

The “CHANNEL SETUP” menu appears.

Ant/Cable [ Ca ble TV ] Auto Channel Memory Channel Add/Delete Guide Channel Setup

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

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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 ADD/DELETE

Select channel:

(in memory)

press

(deleted)

to ADD to DELETE

and press

Channel to be disabled

CHANNEL ADD/DELETE

Select channel:

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press

to ADD to DELETE

and press

Press O RETURN to confirm the setting.

Press SET UP to exit the menu.

Note

• If you have not preset channels aut om atically, you cannot preset/disable cha nnels manually.

Presetting channels

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