Symphonic SC724FDF User Manual

COLOR TV/VCR/DVD TRIPLE COMBO

SC724FDF

(24 inch)

OWNER’S MANUAL

If you need additional operating assistance after reading this owner’s manual or to order replacement accessories, please call

TOLL FREE : 1-800-242-7158. Or visit our WEB SITE at http://www.Symphonic.us

Please read before using this equipment

INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.

1. Read instructions - All the safety and operating instruc-

tions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instruc-

tions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions

should be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the wall outlet before

cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted service and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommend-

ed by the unit manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water-

for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8. Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to someone, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the unit. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

AMEUBLES - Cet appareil ne doit être placé que sur un meuble (avec ou sans roulettes) recommandé par le fabricant. Si vous l’installez sur un meuble à roulettes, déplacez les deux ensembles avec précaution. Un arrêt brusque, l’utilisation d’une force excessive et des surfaces irrégulières risquent de déstabiliser l’ensemble et de le renverser.

9. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the

back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources - This unit should be operated only from

the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For the units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11.Grounding or Polarization - This unit is equipped with

a polarized alternating-current line plug(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3126A

SYMBOLE D'AVERTISSEMENT POUR

LES COMPOSANTES

APPAREIL ET MEUBLE A ROULETTES

S3126A

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13. Outdoor Antenna grounding - If an outside antenna or

cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)

14. Lightning - For added protection for this unit receiver

during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and exten-

sion cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any

kind into this unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.

18. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself

as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this unit from the

wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged or

frayed.

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

unit.

c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation.

e. If the unit has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance,

this indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are

required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.

21. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or

repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.

22. Heat - This unit product should be situated away from

heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

FIGURE A

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELE CTRI CAL CO DE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

L EAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNI T (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDI NG ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

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The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the unit. No other unit has the same serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Serial numbers are not kept on file.

Date of Purchase Dealer Purchase from Dealer Address Dealer Phone No. Model No. Serial No.

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING

Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

RADIO-TV INTERFERENCE

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:

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC WARNING- This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited.

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.

LASER SAFETY

This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury.

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

CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

LOCATION: INSIDE, NEAR THE DECK MECHANISM.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

PRECAUTIONS

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AV OID THE HAZARDS OF

ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE

LOCATION

For safe operation and satisfactory performance of your unit, keep the following in mind when selecting a place for its installation:

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Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from sources of intense heat.

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Avoid dusty or humid places.

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Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes at the top or bottom of the unit. Do not place the unit on a carpet because this will block the ventilation holes.

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Install unit in a horizontal position.

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Avoid locations subject to strong vibration.

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Do not place the unit near strong magnetic fields.

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Avoid moving the unit to locations where temperature differences are extreme.

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Be sure to remove disc and unplug the AC power cord from the outlet before carrying the unit.

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Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

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Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from an AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

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If by accident, water is spilled on your unit, unplug the power cord immediately and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing.

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Do not put your fingers or objects into the unit disc loading tray.

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Do not place anything directly on top of the unit.

WARNING

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place or after heating a cold room or under conditions of high humidity. If a DVD is played in a unit which has moisture, it may damage the DVD and the unit. Therefore when the condensation occurs inside the unit, turn the unit on and allow at least 2 hours for the unit to dry out.

The following symbols below appear in some headings and notes in this manual, with the following meanings.

: Description refers to TV/VCR operation (in the

TV/VCR mode).

: Description refers to playback of DVD video discs

(in the DVD mode).

: Description refers to playback of Audio CDs

(in the DVD mode).

: Description refers to the items to be set by the

QUICK mode (in the DVD mode).

QUICK

DVD-V

TV/VCR

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

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If you need to replace these accessories, please refer to the PART NO. under the illustrations and call our help line mentioned on the front page.

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Depending on your antenna system, you may need different types of Combiners (Mixer) or Separators (Splitter). Contact your local electronics store for these items.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

C IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . .2

C PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE .5

WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

SYMBOLS USED IN THIS

MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

C SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . .5

C TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . .6

C FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

C OPERATING CONTROLS AND

FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES . .11

C PREPARATION FOR USE . . . . . . .12

ANTENNA/CABLE

CONNECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

CONNECTING TO FRONT A/V

INPUT JACKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

CONNECTING TO A STEREO AMPLIFIER EQUIPPED WITH DIGITAL INPUT JACKS (for DVD) . . .13

CONNECTING TO A DOLBY DIGITAL DECODER (for DVD) . .14

TV/VCR SECTION

C TV OPERATION AND SETTINGS .15

WATCHING A TV PROGRAM . . .15

DEGAUSSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

PICTURE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . .15

SLEEP TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

CLOSED CAPTION SYSTEM . . . .16

CHANNEL SET UP . . . . . . . . . . . .17

CLOCK SET UP

(AUTO / MANUAL) . . . . . . . . . . . .18

DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME . . . . . .19

V-CHIP SET UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

TV RATING SET UP . . . . . . . . .20

MPAA RATING SET UP . . . . . .21

CHANGE ACCESS CODE . . . . .21

MENU LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . .21

C MTS (Multi-Channel Television

sound) SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

CHECKING THE SELECTED

MTS MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

MTS RECORDING/MONITOR

MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

SELECTING THE MTS SYSTEM .23

C VIDEO CASSETTE . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

C PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

NORMAL PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . .25

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT . . . . .25

SLOW MOTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

STILL PICTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL . . .25

C SPECIAL PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . .26

RENTAL PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . .26

AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK . . . . .26

C SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

ZERO RETURN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

PICTURE SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . .27

TIME SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

INDEX SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

C SPECIAL FEATURES . . . . . . . . . .28

REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER . . .28

AUTO REWIND-EJECT . . . . . . . .28

C RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

NORMAL RECORDING . . . . . . . .29

SKIPPING UNWANTED SCENES

DURING RECORDING . . . . . . . . .29

OTR (One Touch Recording) . . . . . .30

COPYING A VIDEO CASSETTE (Requires a VCR or camcorder) . . .30

C TIMER RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . .31

AUTOMATIC

TIMER RECORDING . . . . . . . . . .31

AUTO RETURN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

C ON SCREEN DISPLAY . . . . . . . . .34

C CABLE CHANNEL

DESIGNATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

DVD SECTION

C ABOUT THE DISCS . . . . . . . . . . . .35

PLAYABLE DISCS . . . . . . . . . . . .35

UNPLAYABLE DISCS . . . . . . . . . .35

C PLAYING A DISC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

BASIC PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . .36

GENERAL FEATURES . . . . . . . . .36

DISC MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

TITLE MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

RESUME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

PAUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

STEP BY STEP PLAYBACK . . . . .37

FAST FORWARD /

FAST REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

SLOW FORWARD /

SLOW REVERSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

ZOOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

C SEARCH FUNCTION . . . . . . . . . . .38

TRACK SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

TITLE / CHAPTER SEARCH . . . .38

TIME SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

MARKER SETUP SCREEN . . . . . .38

SPECIAL PLAYBACK FUNCTION . . .39

REPEAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

RANDOM PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . .39

C CHANGING THE SETTINGS . . . .40

SUBTITLE LANGUAGE . . . . . . . .40

AUDIO LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . .40

STEREO SOUND MODE . . . . . . . .40

CAMERA ANGLE . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

BLACK LEVEL SETTING . . . . . . .41

VIRTUAL SURROUND . . . . . . . . .41

THE ON-SCREEN INFORMATION

. .42

C CHANGING THE DVD SET UP

ITEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

CUSTOM MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

LANGUAGE SETTING . . . . . . .43

DISPLAY SETTING . . . . . . . . . .44

AUDIO SETTING . . . . . . . . . . .44

PARENTAL CONTROL . . . . . . .45

OTHER SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . .45

INITIALIZE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

C TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . . .46

C MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

DISC HANDLING . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

C SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

C ESPAÑOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

C WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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Hi-Fi system – The Hi-Fi stereo recording system

offers you excellent sound quality with a dynamic range of 80dB, frequency response from 20Hz to 20kHz and 0.005% wow and flutter.

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Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System – Four

heads ensure excellent picture quality and special effects playback.

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Index Search –

Fast-forwards to start of next record-

ing.

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Slow Motion – View recorded program at slower

than normal speed.

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Infrared remote control

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Trilingual on screen TV/VCR setup display selectable in English, Spanish or French

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Real time counter – This shows the elapsed record-

ing or playback time in hours, minutes and seconds. The

“–” indication will appear when the tape is

rewound

further than the tape counter position

“0:00:00”.

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181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call

(A converter may

be necessary to view scrambled cable channels.)

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Auto Clock Setting – Allows you to set the clock

function from a PBS broadcast station.

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Closed Caption Decoder – You may view special-

ly labeled (cc) TV programs, movies, news, prerecorded tapes, etc. with either a dialogue caption or text display added to the program.

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Auto power on and off system – Automatically

turns on the unit when you insert the cassette, turns off after auto-rewind and ejects when the beginning of the tape is reached.

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Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached

(This function doesn’t occur when using timer recording.)

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Smooth mode change – TV/VCR mode and DVD

mode automatically changes without control.

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2 Step picture search operation – You can view a

video program at a high speed or super high speed in either a forward or reverse direction in LP and SLP mode. For SP mode, only high speed is available.

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Three different playback tape speeds : SP/LP/SLP

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Two different recording tape speeds : SP/SLP

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Auto Head Cleaner – Automatically cleans video

heads as you insert or remove a cassette.

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Zero Return – The tape returns to counter of

0:00:00 by rewinding or fast forwarding.

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Still – “Freeze” the picture at any time, for close

viewing of a particular scene.

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Digital Auto Tracking (DTR) – Automatically

adjusts the tracking for each tape you play.

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Rental play mode – Improves playback picture

quality from worn tapes, such as rental tapes.

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Auto repeat – Allows you to repeat the playing of

a tape indefinitely without hitting [PLAY O].

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Time search – Lets you set the unit to advance the

tape by entering the desired playback time you want to skip.

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OTR (One Touch Recording) – Instant timed

recording from 30 to 480 minutes is possible by hitting [REC/OTR].

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1 Year, 8 events (including Daily and Weekly) Timer Recording –

The built-in timer allows you to record up to 8 programs at different times on different channels up to 1 year in advance. The Daily timer allows recordings to be made of daily broadcasts and the Weekly timer allows recording to be made once a week up to the end of the tape.

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Auto return – After timer recording is finished, the

unit can return to the beginning of the recording.

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Sleep timer – Allows you to have the unit auto-

matically turn off at a desired time.

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Timer Program Extension – Allows you to shift

the time schedule for automatic timer recording.

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V-CHIP – Enables parents to prevent their children

from watching inappropriate material on TV.

FEATURES

TV/VCR Mode

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¡On-screen display

Information about the current operation can be displayed on a TV screen, allowing you to confirm the currently active functions (such as program playback), on the TV screen using the remote control.

¡Search

Chapter search / Title search / Track search / Time search

¡Repeat

Chapter / Title / Track / All / A-B

¡Zoom

Magnified screen can be displayed.

¡Marker

The part designated by user can be called back.

¡Resume Play

User can resume to playback from the part at which the play was stopped.

¡Virtual Surround ¡Bit rate indication ¡DRC (Dynamic range control)

You can control the range of sound volume.

DVD Mode

¡Dolby Digital sound

This unit can handle Dolby Digital surround sound having 5.1 channels when connected to a Dolby Digital decoder.

¡Still/fast/slow/step playback

Various playback modes are available including still pictures, fast forward/reverse, slow motion and step frames.

¡Random playback for Audio CD

This unit can shuffle the order of tracks to play them in random order.

¡Program playback for Audio CD

You can program the order of tracks to play them in any desired order.

¡DVD menus in a desired language

You can display DVD menus in a desired language, if available on a DVD.

¡Screen saver/Auto power-off functions

The screen saver program starts when there is no input from the unit for 5 minutes in the stop mode. After the screen saver program is activated for 15 minutes, the power automatically turns off.

¡Subtitles in a desired language

You can select a desired language for the display subtitles, if that language is available on a disc.

¡Selecting a camera angle

You can select the desired camera angle, if a disc contains sequences recorded from different angles.

¡Choices for audio language and sound mode

You can select the desired audio language and sound mode, if different languages and modes are available on a disc.

¡Parental lock

You can set the control level to limit playback of discs which may not be suitable for children.

¡Automatic detection of discs

This unit automatically detects if the loaded disc is DVD or Audio CD.

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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

5.C STOP Button

[TV/VCR P.25 / DVD P.37]

(Front panel) Stops operation of the disc. (Remote control) Stops operation of the disc or tape contents.

6.A OPEN/CLOSE Button

[DVD P.36]

Hit to insert a disc into or remove it from the tray.

7.Disc loading tray

8.DVD Indicator

Lights up during DVD mode.

9.SELECT Button

[TV/VCR P.15] [DVD P.36]

Hit to change to TV/VCR mode, external input mode or DVD mode. You can see the mode (TV/VCR or DVD) on the front panel indicator.

10.TV/VCR Indicator

Lights up during TV/VCR mode.

11. CHANNEL (CH.) K / L Buttons

Press to select memorized channels.

12. Recording Indicator

Flashes during recording. Lights up in the standby mode for Timer Recording.

13. REC/OTR Button (Front Panel)

[TV/VCR P.30]

Hit to start manual recording. Hit repeatedly to start One Touch Recording.

RECORD Button (Remote Control)

[TV/VCR P.29]

Hit to start manual recording.

14. E REW Button (for TV/VCR)

[TV/VCR P.27]

Hit to rewind the tape or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during playback mode. (Rewind Search)

15. F.FWD D Button (for TV/VCR)

[TV/VCR P.27]

Hit to rapidly advance the tape or to view the picture rapidly in forward during playback mode. (Forward Search)

16. C / A STOP/EJECT Button

[TV/VCR P.24, 27]

Hit to stop the tape motion. Hit in the stop mode to remove tape from the unit.

17. Remote sensor window

18. HEADPHONE Jack

To connect headphone (not supplied) for personal listening.

- REMOTE CONTROL -

[Fig. 2]

1.POWER Button

[TV/VCR P.15 / DVD P.36]

Hit to turn the power on and off.

2.VOLUME (VOL.) K / L Buttons

Press to control the volume level for the DVD and TV.

3.SKIP H / G Buttons (for DVD)

[DVD P.38]

Press once to skip chapters or tracks to a desired point.

SEARCH h / g Buttons (for DVD)

[DVD P.37]

Press and hold to change forward or reverse playback speed.

4.B PLAY Button

[TV/VCR P.25 / DVD P.36]

Starts playback of the disc or tape contents.

- FRONT PANEL - [Fig.1]

POWER

VOLUME

CHANNEL

REC/OTR

E –

–

SKIP SKIP GB PLAY

STOPA

OPEN/CLOSE

REW F.FWD DB PLAY

STOP

HEADPHONE

VIDEO

L – AUDIO – R

EJECT

DVD

TV/VCR

SELECT

5 6 10

983 3 411 12 13 2120191817162

DVD buttons TV/VCR buttons

POWER PICTURE SELECTSLEEP

123

456

789

PAUSE

SPEED C.RESET

+100

0 +10

CH.

VOL.

MUTEZOOM

(DVD) 3

(TV/VCR) 14

27 28

29 30

RECORD

DISPLAY

CLEAR

MODE

PLAY

STOP

ENTER

REPEATSEARCH MODE

RETURNTITLESETUP

ANGLESUBTITLEAUDIO

DISC

15 (TV/VCR)

31 32

9 44

43 42

3 (DVD)

5 41

40 39

38 37

36 35

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ANT.

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

19. VIDEO input Jack

Connect to the video output jack of a video camera or VCR.

20. AUDIO L/R input Jacks

Connect to the audio output jacks of a video camera or VCR.

21. Cassette compartment

22. PICTURE Button

Hit to adjust the picture.

23. Number Buttons

TV/VCR Mode:

[P.17]

Press two digits to directly access the desired channel. Remember to hit [0] before a single digit channel.

+100 Button–

Hit to select cable channels which are higher than

99.

DVD Mode:

[P.38]

Hit to enter the desired number.

+10 Button–

Hit to enter the desired numbers which are higher than 9.

24. PAUSE F Button

[TV/VCR P.25 / DVD P.37]

Pauses the current disc or tape operation.

25. SPEED Button

[TV/VCR P.29]

Hit to choose the desired recording speed: SP/SLP.

26. C.RESET Button

[TV/VCR P.27]

Hit to reset counter to “0:00:00”. Hit to cancel a setting of timer program. (Refer to page 32.)

27. DISPLAY Button

TV/VCR Mode:

[P.22]

Displays the counter or the current channel number and current time on the TV screen.

DVD Mode:

[P.42]

Displays the current status on the TV screen.

28. SETUP Button

[TV/VCR P.16] [DVD P.43-45]

Hit to enter or exit the setup menu of TV or DVD.

29. TITLE Button

[DVD P.36]

Displays the title menu.

30. CLEAR Button

[DVD P.38]

Hit to clear or cancel a setting currently entered.

31. MODE Button

[DVD P.39, 41]

Hit to call up the program screen or the random screen in the stop mode. Hit to call up the Black Level Setting screen or the Virtual Surround screen during playback.

32. SEARCH MODE Button

[DVD P.38]

Hit to locate a desired point.

33. AUDIO Button

TV/VCR Mode:

[P.23]

Hit to select a desired sound mode when watching a TV program or playing or recording a cassette tape.

DVD Mode:

[P.40]

Hit to select a desired audio language or sound mode.

34. SUBTITLE Button

[DVD P.40]

Hit to select a desired subtitle language.

35. REPEAT Button

[DVD P.39]

Repeats playback of the current disc, title, chapter, or track.

36. ANGLE Button

[DVD P.41]

Hit to change the camera angle to see the sequence being played back from a different angle (if available).

37. A-B Button

[DVD P.39]

Repeats playback of a selected section.

38. RETURN Button

[TV/VCR P.32] [DVD P.38]

Returns to the previous screen in the setup menu.

39. ENTER Button

[TV/VCR P.16] [DVD P.36]

Hit to accept a setting.

40. K / L / { / B Buttons

TV/VCR Mode:

[P.15]

Press to select a setting mode from the menu on the TV screen. Press to select or adjust from a particular menu.

DVD Mode:

[P.36]

Press to select a menu item.

41. DISC MENU Button

[DVD P.36]

Calls up the DVD menu.

42. ZOOM Button

[DVD P.37]

Enlarges part of a DVD-reproduced image.

- REAR PANEL - [Fig.3]

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43. MUTE Button

[TV/VCR P.15]

Mutes the sound. Hit it again to restore sound.

44. SLEEP Button

[TV/VCR P.16]

Sets the Sleep Timer.

45. ANT(ENNA). Jack

[P.12]

Connect to an antenna, cable system or satellite system.

46. Power cord

[P.15]

Connect to a standard AC outlet (120V/60Hz).

NOTE:

•

Remove the power cord from the hook to avoid breaking a wire before you connect to a standard AC outlet.

47. AUDIO OUT COAXIAL Jack

[P.13]

Connect to the digital input of an external amplifier or decoder (for DVD Audio only).

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

1)Open the battery compartment cover by pressing the cover on the remote unit in the direction of the arrow.

2)Insert 2 “AA” penlight batteries into the battery compartment in the direction indicated by the polarity (+/-) markings.

3)Replace the cover.

[BATTERY PRECAUTIONS]

•

Be sure to follow the correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

•

Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-Zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.

•

If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

•

Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture.

NOTE:

•

We do not recommend the use of universal remote controls. Not all of the functions may be controlled with a universal remote control.

If you decide to use a universal remote control with this unit, please be aware that the code number given may not operate this unit. In this case, please call the manufacturer of the universal remote control.

NOTE:

•

Before plugging the antenna into the ANT. jack of the unit, check that the pin is not bent. If it is bent, straighten the pin as illustrated, then plug the pin into the ANT. jack of the unit.

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CABLE WITH CONVERTER/DESCRAMBLER BOX OR SATELLITE BOX

If your cable service supplies you with a converter box or if you use a satellite system, you can use the basic connection shown above.

Channel selection must be made with the converter box or satellite box. This means that channels cannot be changed using the remote control of this unit.

PREPARATION FOR USE

VHF/UHF COMBINED ANTENNA

A VHF UHF 75 ohm combination antenna can be connected to ANT. jack of the unit.

VHF/UHF SEPARATE ANTENNAS

In some areas it will be necessary to use an outdoor antenna.

CABLE WITHOUT CONVERTER/ DESCRAMBLER BOX

Use this connection if your cable system connects directly to the unit without a converter box.

ANT.

AUDIO OUT COAXIAL

UHF

VHF

VHF/UHF

OUT IN

VHF

UHF

VHF

UHF

VHF/UHF Combiner

Flat twinlead cable

From Cable System

75-ohm Coaxial Cable

CATV Box or Satellite Box *

From Cable System or Satellite Antenna

[Fig. 4]

ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTION

Bent pin

Cable

Plug

(Needs to be

straightened)

(Straight pin)

Note to CATV system installer:

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.

[ANTENNA CONNECTION]

[CATV/SATELLITE CONNECTION]

*Some cable TV systems use scrambled signals and

require a special converter to receive these channels. Consult your local cable company.

Adaptor

75-ohm Coaxial Cable

NOTE:

•

For your safety and to avoid damages to the unit, unplug the antenna cable from the ANT. jack before moving the unit.

Cables used here are commercially available.

CONNECTING TO FRONT A/V INPUT JACKS

When you watch a program recorded on another source (VCR or video camera), use the AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks on the front of the unit.

Connect the Audio/Video output jacks of another source to the AUDIO L/R and VIDEO jacks of this unit.

Then press [SELECT] or [CH. KK/ LL] until “AUX” appears on the screen.

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CONNECTING TO A STEREO AMPLIFIER EQUIPPED WITH

DIGITAL INPUT JACKS (for DVD)

Use an audio coaxial digital cable (commercially available) for the audio connections. Connect to an amplifier equipped with digital input jacks such as MD Deck or DAT Deck.

NOTES:

•

The audio source on a disc in a 5.1 channel Dolby Digital surround format cannot be recorded as digital sound by an MD or DAT deck.

•

Be sure to turn off the power to all components in the system before connecting another component.

•

Refer to the Owner’s Manuals for the components to be connected to the unit.

•

Set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “PCM” for audio output in the setup mode. Playing a unit using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion and may also damage the speakers. (Refer to page 44.)

ANT.

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

ex. MD deck, DAT deck, etc.

To Coaxial digital Audio input jack

Audio coaxial digital cable (commercially available)

To AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack

(Only DVD AUDIO OUT)

[Fig. 6]

[Front of the unit]

[Fig. 5]

Audio Cable (commercially available)

To the Audio output jacks

To the Video output jack

Video Cable (commercially available)

NOTE:

•

When you connect a monaural VCR (another source) to this unit, connect the Audio output jack of the monaural VCR (another source) to the AUDIO L jack of this unit. The audio will output in both L and R channel equally.

AUX

(OUT)

(IN)

(OUT)

(IN)

(OUT)

(IN)

STOP

HEADPHONE

POWER

SKIP SKIP GB PLAYC STOPA

VOLUME

OPEN/CLOSE

E –

–

SELECT

REC/OTR

REW F.FWD DB PLAY

CHANNEL

DVD

TV/VCR

VIDEO

L – AUDIO – R

EJECT

ex. VCR or video camera

, etc.

HEADPHONE

VIDEO

L – AUDIO – R

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ANT.

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

Front speaker

(left)

Center

speaker

Front speaker

(right)

Surround

speaker

(left)

Surround

speaker

(right)

Subwoofer

To AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack

(Only DVD AUDIO OUT)

To Coaxial digital Audio input jack

Dolby Digital

decoder

Audio coaxial digital cable (commercially available)

[Fig. 7]

CONNECTING TO A DOLBY DIGITAL DECODER (for DVD)

If using this unit to play a DVD disc in a 5.1 channel Dolby Digital surround format, the unit outputs a DOLBY DIGITAL Data stream from its AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack. By hooking the unit up to a Dolby Digital decoder, you can enjoy a more convincing, realistic ambience with powerful and high-quality surround sound as enjoyed in movie theaters.

Use audio coaxial digital cables (commercially available) for the audio connections.

NOTES:

•

Be sure to turn off the power to all components in the system before connecting another component.

•

Refer to the Owner’s Manuals for the components to be connected to the unit.

•

If connected to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “BITSTREAM” for audio output in the setup mode. (Refer to page 44.)

•

Unless connected to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “PCM” for audio output in the setup mode. Playing a unit using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion and may also damage the speakers. (Refer to page 44.)

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

(OUT)

(IN)

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TV/VCR SECTION

TV OPERATION AND SETTINGS

DEGAUSSING

This television has a degaussing circuit that will clear up color errors on the TV screen that are caused by any excess magnetism which happens to get too close to the TV. This circuit is designed to operate once when the set is first plugged in. If minor color

errors are seen in some locations on the screen, please unplug the TV for approximately 30 minutes. When the TV is plugged back in, the degauss-

ing circuit will operate once to clear them up. Repeat this procedure any time the TV screen is accidentally magnetized or when the TV is moved or relocated.

TV/VCR

WATCHING A TV PROGRAM

1 Plug in the unit power cord

Plug the unit power cord into a standard AC outlet.

NOTE:

•

If any digits appear in the corner of the screen, hit [POWER] without unplugging the power cord.

2 Turn on the unit

Hit [POWER] to turn on the unit.

3 Select the channel number

Press [CH. K / L] or the Number buttons to select your desired channel number.

Notes for using the Number buttons:

¡You must precede single-digit channel numbers

with a zero (for example: 02, 03, 04 and so on).

¡When selecting cable channels which are higher

than 99, hit [+100] first, then press the last two digits. (Example: to select channel 125, first hit [+100] then hit [2] and [5].)

4 Adjust sound

Press [VOL.XX/ YY] to adjust the volume.

Hit

[MUTE] to instantly mute the

sound. Hit it again to restore the previous sound level.

NOTE:

•

If you press [CH. K / L] in the DVD mode, you can change the TV channels. Even if you turn off the unit in the DVD mode, when you turn it on again, it will go into the TV/VCR mode.

TO WATCH CABLE OR SATELLITE CHANNEL

•

If the unit is connected to a cable box or satellite box, press

[CH. K / L] to select CH3 or CH4

according to the output channel setting of the device, and select desired channel on that device.

TO WATCH EXTERNAL INPUT

•

When an external equipment is connected to the front AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks, press [SELECT] or [CH. K / L] repeatedly until “AUX” appears on the screen.

TV/VCR

BRIGHT to decrease to increase

brightness brightness

CONTRAST to decrease to increase

contrast contrast

COLOR to pale to brilliant TINT to purple to green

SHARPNESS to soft to clear

PICTURE CONTROL

The unit’s picture controls – BRIGHT, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT and SHARPNESS – are

preset to factory specifications. Although they are usually the best, you may need to make some further adjustments for a more natural looking image.

Make sure ...

•

The unit must be turned on.

1 Call up the menu

Hit [PICTURE].

2 Select item you want to adjust

Press [K / L] until desired control is displayed.

BRIGHT CONTRAST COLOR TINT SHARPNESS

3 Adjust the setting

Press [s/ B]to adjust to your desired level within 5 seconds.

TV/VCR

•

Even if there is a power failure of any kind, the unit will retain its memory for this feature.

BRIGHT

–

PP PP PP PP PP PP PP CC PP PP PP PP PP PP PP

VOLUME 20

C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C

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•

If the unit displays a black box on the TV screen, this means that the unit is set to the TEXT mode. To clear screen, select [CAPTION1], [CAPTION2] or [OFF].

Make sure ...

•

The unit must be turned on.

1 Select “CAPTION”

Hit [SETUP]. Press

[K / L]

to point to “CAP-

TION”.

2 Select your desired caption mode

Hit [ENTER] repeatedly until your desired caption menu appears.

([CAPTION1], [CAPTION2], [TEXT1] or [TEXT2])

3 Exit the caption setting mode

Hit [SETUP] to exit the menu. NOTE:

•

Even if there is a power failure of any kind, the unit will retain its memory for this feature.

TO CANCEL THE CLOSED CAPTION SYSTEM

Repeat steps 1 to 2 and select [OFF] using

[ENTER]. Then hit [SETUP] to return to TV mode.

CLOSED CAPTION SYSTEM

You can view specially labeled (cc) TV programs, movies, news and pre-recorded tapes with either a dialogue caption or text display.

CAPTION mode: You can watch dramas, movies and

news while captioning the dialogues and the contents of news.

TEXT mode: You can watch half screen text informa-

tion if you want.

1-2: You may get these captions or text information

by selecting either “1” or “2”. Caption “2” is usually used for a second language if available.

NOTES:

•

Not all programs are broadcast with closed captions. Your unit is designed to provide error free closed captions from high quality antenna, cable and VCR signals. Conversely, poor quality signals are likely to result in caption errors or no captions at all. Common signal conditions which may cause caption errors are listed below:

•

Automobile ignition noise

•

Electric motor brush noise

•

Weak snowy reception on TV screen

•

Multiplex signal reception displaying picture ghosts or airplane flutter.

•

Playback of poorly recorded or worn VCR tapes.

TV/VCR

- TV/VCR SETUP -

TIMER PROGRAMMING SETTING CLOCK CHANNEL SET UP USER’S SET UP V-CHIP SET UP LANGUAGE [ENGLISH]

B CAPTION [OFF]

ZERO RETURN TIME SEARCH INDEX SEARCH

- TV/VCR SETUP -

TIMER PROGRAMMING SETTING CLOCK CHANNEL SET UP USER’S SET UP V-CHIP SET UP LANGUAGE [ENGLISH]

B CAPTION [CAPTION1]

ZERO RETURN TIME SEARCH INDEX SEARCH

SLEEP TIMER

The Sleep Timer function turns off the unit without using [POWER] after a desired period of time.

NOTE:

•

This function does not work during the recording mode.

1 Call up the Sleep Timer Setting

Hit [SLEEP] so that “SLEEP 0 MINUTE” appears.

2 Set sleep time

Hit [SLEEP] repeatedly until your desired sleep time appears.

Each additional press will increase the time by 30 minutes up to 120 minutes.

After 5 seconds, the Sleep Timer setting will disappear automatically.

TO CANCEL THE SLEEP TIMER

Hit [SLEEP] to call up the Sleep Timer Setting. Hit [SLEEP] repeatedly until “SLEEP 0 MINUTE”

appears.

TV/VCR

SLEEP 120 MINUTE

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CHANNEL SET UP

Make sure ...

•

The unit must be turned on.

AUTO CHANNEL PROGRAMMING

As the initial setting, this unit has memorized all channels, including the ones not available in your area. This feature automatically puts only available channels into the memory.

1 Select “CHANNEL SET UP”

Hit [SETUP]. Press

[K / L]

to point to

“CHANNEL SET UP”, then hit [ENTER].

2 Begin channel scanning

Press

[K / L]

to point to “AUTO

CH PROGRAMMING”, then hit [ENTER].

The tuner scans and memorizes all the active channels in your area.

3 After scanning

The tuner stops on the lowest memorized channel.

NOTES:

•

When “AUTO CH PROGRAMMING” is activated where there is no TV signal input, “NO TV SIGNALS” will appear on the display after the completion of channel scanning.

•

The unit may recognize CATV channels to be TV channels if reception condition is poor. In this case, check the antenna connection and try “AUTO CH PROGRAMMING” again when reception conditions are better.

•

Channel memory programming is NOT necessary when connected to a cable box or satellite box. Just select the channel for cable box or satellite input (ex. CH3) on the unit, then select your desired channel on the cable box or satellite box.

– CHANNEL SET UP –

ADD / DELETE CH (CATV)

B AUTO CH PROGRAMMING

ADDING/DELETING CHANNELS

The channels you no longer receive or seldom watch can be deleted from the memory. (Of course, you can add the deleted channel into the memory again.)

1 Select “CHANNEL SET UP”

Hit [SETUP]. Press

[K / L]

to point to “CHAN-

NEL SET UP”, then hit [ENTER].

2 Select “ADD/DELETE CH”

Press

[K / L]

to point to

“ADD/DELETE CH”, then hit [ENTER].

3 Enter the desired channel number

Press [CH. K / L] or the Number buttons until your desired channel

number appears. (You can also press [K / L] to enter it.)

•

You must precede single-digit channel numbers with a zero (Example: 02 ... 09).

•

When selecting cable channels which are higher than 99, hit [+100] first, then press the last two digits. (Example: to select channel 125, first hit [+100] then hit [2] and [5].)

4 Delete (or add) it from (or into) memory

Hit [ENTER]. The channel number changes to light red. The channel is deleted from memory.

•

To delete another channel, repeat steps 3 to 4.

•

If you hit [ENTER] again, the channel is memorized again.

5 Exit the channel setup mode

Hit [SETUP] to exit the menu. NOTE:

•

To confirm that channel(s) has been deleted or added, press [CH. K / L].

Added channel : Light blue Deleted channel : Light red

– CHANNEL SET UP –

B ADD / DELETE CH (CATV)

AUTO CH PROGRAMMING

ADD / DELETE

TV/VCR

- TV/VCR SETUP -

TIMER PROGRAMMING SETTING CLOCK

B CHANNEL SET UP

USER’S SET UP V-CHIP SET UP LANGUAGE [ENGLISH] CAPTION [OFF] ZERO RETURN TIME SEARCH INDEX SEARCH

- TV/VCR SETUP -

TIMER PROGRAMMING SETTING CLOCK

B CHANNEL SET UP

USER’S SET UP V-CHIP SET UP LANGUAGE [ENGLISH] CAPTION [OFF] ZERO RETURN TIME SEARCH INDEX SEARCH

(Example: CH8)

NO TV SIGNALS

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