ORION ELECTRIC M2C5B DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER User Manual Manual

ORION ELECTRIC CO., LTD. DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER Manual

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DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEOCASSETTE RECORDERSD-V391OWNER’S MANUAL21422293439IntroductionConnectionsBasic setupPlayback(VCR)Recording (VCR)Other functions(VCR)DIGITAL VIDEO©2003 Toshiba Corporation424555Basic playback(DVD)Advancedplayback(DVD)Function setup(DVD)This device does not tape-recorded copy protected DVD Video Discs.68OthersDVD VIDEO PLAYER / VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SD-V391 2C51701A (E)COV 19/05/2003, 10:341
2IntroductionIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSWARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this appliance to rainor moisture.CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH ANEXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CANBE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.WARNING: 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and canradiate 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 thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferenceby 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 isconnected.- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.CAUTION:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with theFCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.CAUTION: THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM.TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE CARE-FULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTE-NANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION-SEE SERVICE PROCEDURE.USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHERTHAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THE ENCLO-SURE. VISIBLE LASER RADIATION MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED.DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within anequilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presenceof uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product'senclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric shock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intendedto alert the user to the presence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTIONCAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Location of the required MarkingThe rating sheet and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.CERTIFICATION: COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCESTANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:342
3Introduction1. READ INSTRUCTIONSAll the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONSThe safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.3. HEED WARNINGSAll warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONSAll operating and use instructions should be followed.5. CLEANINGUnplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.6. ATTACHMENTSThe manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may causehazards.7. WATER AND MOISTUREDo not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wetbasement, or near a swimming pool.8. ACCESSORIESDo not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cartcombination to overturn.9. VENTILATIONSlots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation,to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating.These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the uniton a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heatsource. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless properventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.10. POWER SOURCEThis unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are notsure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. Forunits intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATIONThis unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than theother). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable toinsert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact yourelectrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug, if yourunit is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will onlyfit into a grounding-type power outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug intothe outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.Do not defeat the safety purpose of thegrounding-type plug.12. POWER-CORD PROTECTIONPower-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedupon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the appliance.S3125APORTABLE CART WARNING(symbol provided by RETAC)IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:343
4IntroductionIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS13. LIGHTNINGTo protect your unit from 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 theunit due to lightning and power line surges.14. POWER LINESAn outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electriclight or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outsideantenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, ascontact with them might be fatal.15. OVERLOADINGDo not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRYDo not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDINGIf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system isgrounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of theNational Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mastand supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements forthe grounding electrode.18. SERVICINGDo not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICEUnplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the followingconditions:a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.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 thosecontrols that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore theunit to its normal operation.e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.f . When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.20. REPLACEMENT PARTSWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified bythe manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.21. SAFETY CHECKUpon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks todetermine that the unit is in proper operating condition.22. HEATThe product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherproducts (including amplifiers) that produce heat.23. DISC TRAYKeep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.24. CONNECTINGWhen you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment fromthe wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock and serious personal injury. Read the owner'smanual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections. 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:344
5IntroductionEXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THENATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODECONDENSATIONMoisture will form in the operating section of the DVD/VCR if the player is brought from cool surroundings into awarm room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, the DVD/VCR's performancewill be impaired.To prevent this, let the DVD/VCR stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or makesure that the room temperature rises gradually.Condensation may also form during the summer if the DVD/VCR is exposed to the breeze from an airconditioner. In such cases, change the location of the DVD/VCR.25. LASER BEAMDo not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of thelaser beam. It may cause sight damage.26. DISCDo not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause seriouspersonal injury and product malfunction.27. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLERThis reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC thatprovides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.TO USE AC POWER SOURCEUse the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insertthe AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.Notes:•Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specifiedvoltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.•If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized ACoutlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user’sresponsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.•If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and theunit fails to function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outletand plug it back in. The unit should return to normal operation.Polarized AC Cord Plug(One blade is wider than the other.)AC OutletWider Holeand BladePower sourceANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)ANTENNA LEAD IN WIREGROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)GROUND CLAMPELECTRIC SERVICEEQUIPMENTNEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES2898AIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS / Power source 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:345
6IntroductionNotes on handlingWhen shipping the DVD/VCR, the original shippingcarton and packing materials come in handy. Formaximum protection, repack the unit as it wasoriginally packed at the factory.Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, nearthe DVD/VCR. Do not leave rubber or plasticproducts to contact the DVD/VCR for a prolongedperiod. They will leave marks on the finish.The top and rear panels of the DVD/VCR maybecome warm after a long period of use. This is not amalfunction.When the DVD/VCR is not in use, be sure to removethe disc and the video cassette turn off the power.If you do not use the DVD/VCR for a long period, theunit may not function properly in the future. Turn onand use the DVD/VCR occasionally.Notes on locatingPlace the DVD/VCR on a level surface. Do not use iton a shaky or unstable surface such as a wobblingtable or inclined stand. The loaded disc or the videotape may become dis-aligned and damage the DVD/VCR.When you place this DVD/VCR near a TV, radio, orVCR, the playback picture may become poor and thesound may be distorted. In this case, place the DVD/VCR away from the TV, radio, or VCR.Notes on cleaningUse a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.For stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in a weak detergentsolution, wring well and wipe. Use a dry cloth to wipeit dry.Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner andbenzine, as they may damage the surface of theDVD/VCR.If you use a chemical saturated cloth to clean the unit,follow that product’s instructions.To obtain a clear pictureThe DVD/VCR is a high technology, precision device. Ifthe video head, the head drum, the optical pick-up lensor disc drive parts are dirty or worn down, the picturequality will deteriorate. To obtain a clear picture, werecommend regular inspection and maintenance(cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours ofuse depending on the operating environment. Fordetails, contact your nearest dealer.Notes on moisture condensationMoisture condensation damages the DVD/VCR.Please read the following carefully.Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when youpour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops ofwater form on the outside of the glass. In the same way,moisture may condense on the head drum or the opticalpick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucialinternal parts of the DVD/VCR.Moisture condensation occurs during thefollowing cases.When you bring the DVD/VCR directly from a coldplace to a warm place.When you use the DVD/VCR in a room where youjust turned on the heater, or a place where the coldwind from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.In summer, when you use the DVD/VCR in a hot andhumid place just after you move the unit from an airconditioned room.When you use the DVD/VCR in a humid place.Do not use the DVD/VCR when moisturecondensation may occur.If you use the DVD/VCR in such a situation, it maydamage discs and internal parts. Remove the disc orthe video tape, connect the power cord of the DVD/VCR to the wall outlet, turn on the DVD/VCR, andleave it for two or three hours. After two or threehours, the DVD/VCR will have warmed up andevaporated any moisture. Keep the DVD/VCRconnected to the wall outlet and moisturecondensation will seldom occur.PrecautionsExampleofmoisturecondensation!TapeHead drumIt’s toowarm!Wait!Wall outlet 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:346
7IntroductionNotes on discsOn handling discsDo not touch the playback side of the disc.Do not attach paper or tape to discs.On cleaning discsFingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture andsound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the centeroutwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the discclean.If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipethe disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth andfinish with a dry cloth.Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner,benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistaticspray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.On storing discsDo not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlightor near heat sources.Do not store discs in places subject to moisture anddust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placingobjects on discs outside of their case may causewarping.Playback sideDVD video discTitle 1 Title 2Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5Structure of disc contentsNormally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, andthe titles are sub-divided into chapters. VIDEO CDs andaudio CDs are divided into tracks.DVD video discVideo CD/Audio CDEach title, chapter or track is assigned a number, whichis called “title number”, “chapter number” or “tracknumber” respectively.There may be discs that do not have these numbers.Notes on copyrightIt is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show,broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrightedmaterial without permission.This device does not tape-record copy protected DVDVideo Discs.The device is not to be used for copying copyrightedcontent without the express written permission of thecopyright owner.Obtaining such permission is the sole responsibility ofthe user.This product incorporates copyright protectiontechnology that is protected by method claims of certainU.S. patents and other intellectual property rightsowned by Macrovision Corporation and other rightsowners. Use of this copyright protection technologymust be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and isintended for home and other limited viewing uses onlyunless otherwise authorized by MacrovisionCorporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly isprohibited.Video CD/Audio CD 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:347
8IntroductionDIGITAL VIDEOAbout this owner’s manualThis owner’s manual explains the basic instructions ofthis DVD/VCR. Some DVD video discs are produced ina manner that allows specific or limited operation duringplayback. As such, the DVD/VCR may not respond to alloperating commands. This is not a defect in the DVD/VCR. Refer to instruction notes of discs.“” may appear on the TV screen during operation.A “ ” means that the operation is not permitted by theDVD/VCR or the disc.For example, sometimes it is unable to stop theplayback of copyright message of the disc when theSTOP (3) button is pressed. Alternatively, the “ ” mayalso indicate that the feature is not available for the disc.Notes on region numbersThe region number of this DVD/VCR is 1. If regionnumbers, which stand for their playable area, are printedon your DVD video disc and you do not find 1 or ALL ,disc playback will not be allowed by the player. (In thiscase, the DVD/VCR will display a message on-screen.)On Video CDsThis DVD/VCR supports Video CDs equipped with thePBC (Version 2.0) function. (PBC is the abbreviation ofPlayback Control.) You can enjoy two playbackvariations depending on types of discs.• Video CD not equipped with PBC function(Version 1.1)Sound and movie can be played on this DVD/VCR inthe same way as an audio CD.• Video CD equipped with PBC function(Version 2.0)In addition to operation of a Video CD not equippedwith the PBC function, you can enjoy playback ofinteractive software with search function by using themenu displayed on the TV screen (Menu Playback).Some of the functions described in this owner’smanual may not work with some discs.Playable discsThis DVD/VCR can play the following discs.•This unit can play back FUJICOLOR CD and KodakPicture CD formats.• You cannot play discs other than those listed above.• You cannot play discs of DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, PhotoCD, etc., or non standardized discs even if they maybe labeled as above.•Some CD-R/RWs can not be played back dependingon the recording conditions.• This DVD/VCR uses the NTSC color system, andcannot play DVD video discs recorded in any othercolor system (PAL, SECAM, etc.).Notes on discs (continued)DVDvideodiscsDisc MarkContentsDiscSize Maximumplayback timeVideoCDsApprox. 4 hours(single sided disc)Approx. 8 hours(double sided disc)Approx. 80 minutes(single sided disc)Approx. 160 minutes(double sided disc)Approx. 74 minutesApprox. 20 minutes8 cm12 cm8 cm12 cmAudio+Video(movingpictures)Audio+Video(movingpictures)AudioCDsApprox. 74 minutesApprox. 20 minutes8 cm(CDsingle)12 cmAudioCD-R/CD-RWCD-DA/JPEG/MP3/WMAfile12 cm8 cmRecordableReWritableDependingon therecordingconditions 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:348
9IntroductionIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..........................2Power source ...................................................5Precautions ......................................................6Notes on discs..................................................7Contents. .......................................................... 9Identification of controls .................................10Antenna connections......................................14CATV (CABLE TV) connections.....................16Connecting to a TV ........................................18Connecting to optional equipment..................20IntroductionRecording a TV program ................................ 34One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) ................ 36Timer recording .............................................. 37Recording (VCR)Stereo recording and playback ...................... 39Second audio program (SAP) ........................ 39Duplicating a video tape ................................. 40Recording a DVD/CD disc.............................. 41Other functions (VCR)Loading and unloading a cassette tape ......... 29Cassette tape playback .................................. 30Special playback ............................................ 31Convenience function..................................... 32Playback (VCR)Setting the video channel ............................... 22Setting the language ...................................... 23Clock setting................................................... 24Tuner setting .................................................. 27Basic setupPlaying a disc ................................................. 42Basic playback (DVD)MP3/WMA/JPEG playback ............................ 45Zooming ......................................................... 50Locating desired scene .................................. 50Marking desired scenes ................................. 51Repeat playback ............................................ 52A-B Repeat playback ..................................... 52Program playback (CD).................................. 53Random playback (CD) .................................. 53Changing angles ............................................ 54Title selection ................................................. 54DVD menu...................................................... 54Advanced playback (DVD)Language code list ......................................... 68Before calling service personnel .................... 69Specifications ................................................. 70LIMITED WARRANTY ................................... 71OthersContentsConnectionsFunction setup (DVD)Changing soundtrack language ..................... 55Setting surround sound .................................. 55Setting subtitles .............................................. 56Karaoke playback........................................... 56Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen ............. 57Setting on screen display ............................... 58Status display of disc ..................................... 58Dynamic Range Control ................................. 59Parental control setting .................................. 60To change the parental level .......................... 61Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc ..62Setting setup language .................................. 63Setting menu language .................................. 64Changing subtitle language............................ 65Setting audio soundtrack language ................ 66Selecting PROGRESSIVE scan..................... 67 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:349
10IntroductionIdentification of controlsSee the page in for details.Front panel Rear panelWhen connecting the optical digital cable, remove the cap and fit the connector into the jack firmly.When not using the jack, keep the cap inserted to protect it from dust intrusion.ON/STANDBYbuttonAUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN(LINE IN 2) jacks2240EJECT button29Cassette loading slot29Disc tray42Display window11REC button34CHANNEL M/? buttons34OPEN/CLOSE button42STOP buttonPLAY buttonFF (Fast Forward)buttonREW (Rewind) button30303030VCR/DVD mode selector button22Remote sensor13VCR indicatorDVD indicator4222DVD S-VIDEOOUT jack 19S-VIDEO/COMPONENTVideo selector switch195AC power cordDVD OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIOOUT jack (dust protection cap)20DVD AUDIO (L/R)OUT jacks19DVD COAXIAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT jack20DVD COMPONENTOUT jacks19RF OUT jack14RF IN jack14AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEOIN (LINE IN1) jacks40DVD/VCR common AUDIO(L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacks18 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:3410
11IntroductionVCR operation statusCH 1258 : 47AM MON00 : 00 : 00 SPSTEREO SAPWhile watching TVDAY OF THE WEEKCHANNELTAPE SPEEDREAL TIME COUNTERCLOCKSTEREO ANDSEPARATEAUDIOPROGRAM(SAP)While operating a tapeOPERATINGMODETAPE INAUTO REPEATHI-FI STEREODVD/CD/VCD operation statusDisplay windowPress CALL to display information on screen.To cancel the display, press CALL again.Recording :Rec/Pause :Play :Stop :Eject :VCR Icons34:56 71:33Track 11/9900:34:56 01:12:33Each press of DISPLAY, the status display of the disc will appear on the screen and change as follows.DVD00:34:56 01:12:331/9Title 1/991/81/32Chapter 1/999Eng DolbyDigitalEngCD/VCDOPERATINGTRACK NO.ELAPSED TIMECHAPTER NO.ANGLE NO.SUBTITLE NO.OPERATING MODESOUNDTRACK NO.TITLE NO.ELASPEDTIMETOTALTIMETOTALTIMEOUTPUT SELECTIONTimer Recording indicator (VCR)Multifunctional indicatorRecordingindicator (VCR)Track indicator (CD)Tape loaded indicator (VCR)Play indicatorVCR indicator (VCR) Still indicator Disc inserted indicator (DVD)Disc insertedindicator (CD)AM/PM indicatorProgressive indicator 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:3411
12IntroductionRemote control* MENU buttonUse the MENU button to display the menu included onmany DVD video discs. To operate a menu, follow theinstructions in “DVD Menu.” 54Identification of Controls (continued)The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in for details. 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:3412
13IntroductionOperation• Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and press control buttons tooperate.• Operate the remote control within 30° angle on either side of the remotesensor, up to a distance of Approx. 7 meters.Replace the compartmentcover.Install two “AAA” batteries(supplied), paying attention to thepolarity diagram in the batterycompartment.Slide the battery compartmentcover in the direction of thearrow.Approx. 7 metersBattery precautionsThe precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device:1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Re-versed batteries may cause damage to the device. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the “–” end first.3.Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury frompossible battery leakage.5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow batterymanufacturer’s directions.)•Press POWER ( ) to turn the DVD VCR on or off.•Select your desired operating mode (DVD or VCR) using VCR DVD.(DVD or VCR indicator on the front panel will show you which mode is selected.)•Press CH + or CH – to move through the channels one channel at a time.•The CH +/– (/ ) and SET +/– ( / ) are also used to navigate on-screen menu system.•You can directly access specific channels using Number buttons.• Each press of VCR DVD on the remote control, switches the screen between the VCR screen (VCR mode) and theDVD screen (DVD mode).123Remote control basicsInserting Batteries 2C51701A (E)p02-13 19/05/2003, 10:3413
14ConnectionsNotes: • A clear picture will not be obtained by the DVD/VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the antenna tothe DVD/VCR properly.•For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use of an outdoor typeantenna is required.•If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel.The DVD/VCR must be connected “between” the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV andconnect it to the DVD/VCR. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antennasystem to a DVD/VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram.If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires, use a combiner having two 300 ohm inputs andone 75 ohm output.Note:Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial CableCombination VHF/UHF Antenna with 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) WireSeparate VHF and UHF AntennasDVD/VCRVHF UHF300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) WireMatching Transformer 300 ohm Input 75ohm output (not supplied)300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire75 ohm Coaxial Cable75 ohm Coaxial CableCombiner 75/300 ohm Inputs 75 ohm output(not supplied)DVD/VCRDVD/VCRAntenna connectionsIf you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber, skip ahead to page 16for the proper connections.Antenna to DVD/VCR connection123 2C51701A (E)p14-17 19/05/2003, 10:3514
15ConnectionsNote: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used,set the TV/CATV menu option tothe “TV” mode.Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used,set the TV/CATV menu option tothe “TV” mode.Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used,set the TV/CATV menu option tothe “TV” mode.75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)Splitter 75 ohm Input75/300 ohm outputs(not supplied)Splitter 75 ohm Input300 ohm outputs(not supplied)TV with single 75 ohm VHF/UHF antennainputTV with 300 ohm UHF and 75 ohm VHFantenna inputsTV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHFantenna inputsAfter you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV.Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow theconnection diagram.This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antennainputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the DVD/VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception.TVTVTV75 ohm Coaxial Cable(supplied)75 ohm Coaxial Cable(supplied) DVD/VCR to TV connection 2C51701A (E)p14-17 19/05/2003, 10:3515
16ConnectionsCATV (CABLE TV) connectionsMany cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. ThisDVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable companysupplied converter box, except for those premium channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to apremium channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception.Allows: *Recording of nonscrambled channels.*Use of the programmable timer.*Recording of one channel while watching another.Allows: *Recording of channels through the converter box(scrambled and unscrambled).*Using the programmable timer to record only thechannel selected at the converter box.Prevents: *Recording one channel while watching another.*Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.DVD/VCRIncoming CableTVConverter/DescramblerIncomingCableTVTVTo record from converter/descrambler,DVD/VCR tuner must be tuned to the con-verter output channel, usually channel 3or 4.Note:DVD/VCRDVD/VCRNote: Whenever a Converter/Descrambler box is placed before the DVD/VCR, you must tune the DVD/VCR to the output ofthe Converter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.Incoming Cable Converter/DescramblerAllows: *Recording of nonscrambled channels.*Use of the programmable timer.*Recording an unscrambled channel while watchingany channel selected at the converter box.Prevents: Recording scrambled channels.If you are playing a tape or using the tunerbuilt into the DVD/VCR, the converter mustbe set to the video channel output of theDVD/VCR (either 3 or 4).Note:123 2C51701A (E)p14-17 19/05/2003, 10:3516
17ConnectionsThis DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scram-bled programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Con-sult your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There aremany ways to connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the “CATV” mode.Incoming CableAllows: *Recording of one channel while watching another.*Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.*Recording of all channels through the converter box.Prevents: *Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel.*Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.DVD/VCRSplitterConverter/DescramblerTVDVD/VCRConverter/Descrambler A/B SwitchTVIncoming CableSplitterAllows: *Recording of nonscrambled channels.*Recording of one channel while watching another.*Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels.*Using the programmable timer.Prevents: Recording scrambled channels.DVD/VCRSplitterTVConverter/DescramblerA/B SwitchAllows: *Recording of all channels through the converter box.*Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching another (scrambled orunscrambled) channel.*Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.Prevents: Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.A/B SwitchIncoming Cable Converter/Descrambler456 2C51701A (E)p14-17 19/05/2003, 10:3517
18ConnectionsConnecting to a TV Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV.To VIDEOOUTTo ANALOG AUDIO OUT(red) (white)(yellow)Signal flowTo wall outletTo video input(yellow) (red) (white)Audio/video cable (supplied)To audio inputsNotes:• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well.• When you connect the DVD/VCR to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet beforemaking any connections.• If your television set has one audio input, connect the left and right audio outputs of the DVD/VCR to a Y cable adapter (notsupplied) and then connect to your TV.• Connect the DVD/VCR directly to your TV. If you connect the DVD/VCR to a VCR, TV/VCR combination or video selector, theplayback picture may be distorted as DVD video discs are copy protected.TV or monitor withaudio/video inputsConnecting to a TVNote: This method transports VHS and DVD-video signals. For enhanced DVD-video performance, we recommend you also connect the S-video or ColorStream® component video outputs to your TV/monitor. (see page 19.) 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3518
19ConnectionsNotes:• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected equipment as well.• When you connect the DVD/VCR to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from thewall outlet before making any connections.• If you place the DVD/VCR near a tuner or radio, the radio broadcast sound might be distorted. In this case, place the DVD/VCR away from the tuner and radio.• The output sound of the DVD/VCR has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the receiver’s volume to a moderate listeninglevel. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound.• Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the DVD/VCR’s power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, thespeakers may be damaged.•When connecting to a TV using the Video or S-video jack, make sure that the Progressive indicator on the displaywindow is not lit. If it is lit, the Video and S-video outputs do not feed the correct signals and you cannot see anypicture. To turn off the Progressive indicator, Select PROGRESSIVE scan Off (see page 67).Note: The S-video output and component video output transports the DVD-video signal exclusively and will deliverenhanced DVD video picture performance.If you connect the DVD/VCR to your TVwith the DVD OUT jacks, select thecorresponding video input on yourtelevision to watch DVD video discs.TV or monitor withColorStream®component video inputsTo PR/CR video inputTo PR/CRVIDEOOUTSignal flowTo wall outletTo audio inputs ofthe amplifier(red)(white)(red) (white)To YVIDEOOUTTo P B/CBVIDEOOUTTo Y video inputTo PB/CB video inputAudio systemTo ANALOGAUDIO OUTTo S -VIDEOOUTComponent videocable (not supplied)To S-video inputS-video cable (not supplied)When you make this connection, set the S-VIDEO/COMPONENT Video selector switch to the desiredposition.And also you must select the corresponding videoinput on your TV.Audio cable (not supplied)S-video output/inputAn S-Video connection is superior to Video (Yellow) output. Use this method for DVD playback when the connected television has S-Video input, and does not have component video inputs.Component video outputs/inputsPROGRESSIVE outputs/inputsSome TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs that are capable of reproducing a progressively scanned videosignal. Connenting to these inputs allows you to view the highest quality pictures with less flicker.INTERLACED outputs/inputsSome TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs. Connecting to these inputs allows you to enjoy the highest qualityDVD picture playback.Notes:• Actual labels for component video inputs may vary depending on the TV manufacturer. (ex. Y, R-Y, B-Y or Y, CB, CR)• In some TVs or monitors, the color levels of the playback picture may be reduced slightly or the tint may change. In such acase, adjust the TV or monitor for optimum performance.Connecting to an audio system and TV equipped with S-video input/component video inputs 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3519
20Connections75 Ω coaxial cableConnecting to optional equipmentYou can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds of DVD video discs or audio CDs byconnecting the DVD/VCR to optional audio equipment.For connection to your TV, see “Connecting to a TV” 18 19.: Front speaker: Rear speaker: Sub woofer: Center speaker: Signal flowConnecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoderConnecting to an amplifier equipped with Dolby Pro Logic SurroundDolby Pro Logic SurroundYou can enjoy the dynamic realistic sound of Dolby Pro Logic Surround by connecting an amplifier and speaker system (right and leftfront speakers, a center speaker, and one or two rear speakers).Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a DTS decoderDigital Theater Systems (DTS)DTS is a high quality surround technology used in theaters and now available for home use,on DVD video discs or audio CDs.If you have a DTS decoder or processor, you can obtain the full benefit of 5.1 channel DTSencoded sound tracks on DVD video discs or audio CDs.Manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories. “Dolby” “Pro Logic” and thedouble-D symbol are trademarks ofDolby Laboratories. Confidentialunpublished works. ©1992-1997 DolbyLaboratories. All rights reserved.• Use DVD video discs encoded viathe Dolby Digital recordingsystem.• Use DVD video discs or audioCDs encoded via the DTSrecording system.* Connect one or two rear speakers.The output sound from the rear speakerswill be monaural even if you connect tworear speakers.“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” aretrademarks of Digital Theater Systems,Inc.With an amplifier equipped with Dolby DigitalConnect the equipment the same way as described in “Connecting to an amplifierequipped with a Dolby Digital decoder.” Refer to that amplifier’s owner’s manual and setthe amplifier so you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound.With an amplifier not equipped with Dolby DigitalConnect the equipment as follows.Dolby DigitalDolby Digital is the surround sound technology used in theaters showing the latest movies,and is now available to reproduce this realistic effect in the home. You can enjoy motionpicture and live concert DVD video discs with this dynamic realistic sound by connecting theDVD/VCR to a 6 channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder or Dolby Digitalprocessor. If you have a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you will obtain the full benefit ofPro Logic from the same DVD movies that provide full 5.1-channel Dolby Digitalsoundtracks, as well as from titles with the Dolby Surround mark.Connect either.To OPTICALtype digitalaudio inputAmplifier equipped with aDolby Digital decoderOptical digital cable75 Ω coaxial cableTo COAXIALtype digitalaudio inputAmplifier equipped withDolby Pro Logic SurroundTo audio inputAudio cable*To ANALOGAUDIO OUTAmplifier equipped witha DTS decoderConnect either.To OPTICALtype digitalaudio inputOptical digital cableTo COAXIALtype digitalaudio input 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3520
21Connections75 Ω coaxial cableOptical digital cable75 Ω coaxial cableWarningWhen playing DTS-encoded discs (DVD/VCR), excessive noise may be output from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid possibledamage to the audio system, you should take proper precautions when the ANALOG AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks of the DVD/VCR are connected to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1 channel DTSDigital Surround™ decoder system must be connected to the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR.Connecting to an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoderMPEG2 soundYou can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs with dynamicrealistic sound by connecting an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoderor MPEG2 audio processor.Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a digital audio input2 channel digital stereoYou can enjoy the dynamic sound of 2 channel digital stereo by connecting anamplifier equipped with a digital audio input and speaker system (right and left frontspeakers).Notes:• DO NOT connect the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR to the AC-3 RF input of a Dolby Digital Receiver.This input on your A/V Receiver is reserved for Laserdisc use only and is incompatible with the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIOOUT jack of the DVD/VCR.• Connect the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR to the “OPTICAL” or “COAXIAL” input of a Receiver orProcessor.• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected equipment as well.• When you connect the DVD/VCR to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from thewall outlet before making any connections.• The output sound of the DVD/VCR has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the receiver’s volume to a moderate listeninglevel. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound.• Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the DVD/VCR’s power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, thespeakers may be damaged.• Use DVD video discs encoded viathe MPEG2 recording system.Amplifier equipped with anMPEG2 audio decoderConnect either.To OPTICALtype digitalaudio inputOptical digital cableTo COAXIALtype digitalaudio inputAmplifier equipped witha digital audio inputConnect either.To OPTICALtype digitalaudio inputTo COAXIALtype digitalaudio input 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3521
22Basic setupSetting the video channelWhen a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only.To view playback of a recorded tape or DVD disc, or to watch aprogram selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set tochannel 3 or 4 (video channel).Setting the video channelPress POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR.Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to corre-spond with the channel selected in step 1.Press TV/VCR to select the VCR position.Select any channel to receive a TV station in your area.The channel number will appear on the screen forabout 4 seconds.1The VCR indicator on thefront panel will light.23456The VCR indicator willappear in the displaywindow.For a push-button TV tunerIf CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannotbe tuned on your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR3/4 channel selector and the TV to CH 3 or 4, playback a prerecorded tape and tune the TV to receive asharp color picture from the video cassette recorder.Refer to your TV owner's manual for details.Notes:•If the unit does not operate properly, or No key operation(by the unit and/or the remote control): Static electricity,etc., may affect the player's operation. Disconnect the ACpower cord once, then connect it again.• During the DVD playback if you change the operating modefrom DVD to VCR, the DVD will continue to play back the discand stop after about 5 minutes.POWERVCR DVDTV/VCRPress and hold 3 or 4 on the remote for 3seconds in standby mode.The video channel willstart to flash for 3seconds in the displaywindow.34ORVCRDVDTV/VCR3 4 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3522
23Basic setupPress SET + or – to select “LANGUAGE”, thenpress ENTER.Press VCR MENU.The VCR menu screen will appear.Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEMSETUP”, then press ENTER.If you use the unit for the first time andpress VCR MENU, instead of the mainmenu screen the “SYSTEM SETUP”menu screen in step 2 may appear.Setting the languageSetting the languageYou can choose from three different languages (English,French and Spanish) for the on-screen displays.12Press SET + or – to select the desired language:English (ENGLISH), Spanish (ESPAÑOL) orFrench (FRANCAIS), then press ENTER.3Press VCR MENU until the MENU screen iscleared.4Notes:• Both the VCR and the DVD have their own player menus 57.• If no buttons are pressed for more than 60 seconds, the VCRMENU screen will return to normal TV-operation automatically.Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and select to the correspondingvideo input.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.)1–31,4VCR DVD1–3VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUP 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3523
24Basic setupConnect the Antenna or Cable system.• If you use a cable box, turn it on.Clock settingThe AUTO CLOCK function will automatically set the built-in clock(Month, Day, Year and Time) when the DVD/VCR is connected to anAntenna or Cable system and it is turned off. The DVD/VCR searches fora station in your area containing the necessary AUTO CLOCK settingsignals. Once received, it will take approximately 4 minutes for the clockto set itself automatically.Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.)1AUTO CLOCK settingPlug the AC Power cord to the AC outlet.2Make sure the DVD/VCR is turned off.• If you press POWER, the Auto Clock set is not programmed.3Wait at least three minutes and pressPOWER.4Press CALL to check the clock setting onthe on screen display.5If the clock is not set, check the antennacondition. The AUTO CLOCK may notfunction properly if the reception conditionis not good.6AUTO CLOCK adjustmentTo set AUTO CLOCK to offThe auto clock adjustment will be updated at 6:00AM, 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM everyday when theDVD/VCR turned off.• If you use a cable box and you want AUTO CLOCKadjustment to be performed, the cable box must beleft on.• The AUTO CLOCK adjustment is not effective whenthere is a difference of more than 5 minutes existsbetween the built-in clock time and the actual time.When shipped from factory the AUTO CLOCK is set to “ON”.But if you do not want AUTO CLOCK setting:Press VCR MENU.1Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”,then press ENTER.2Press SET + or – to select “AUTO CLOCK”.3Press ENTER to select “OFF”.4Press VCR MENU repeatedly to return to thenormal screen.• When the AUTO CLOCK is set to“OFF”, the AUTO CLOCK adjust-ment does not function.• Set the clock manually 26.5CH 1258 : 47AM MON00 : 00 : 00 SPSTEREO SAPPOWER2,32,41,5CALLVCR DVDCALLDISPLAYVCR MENUSETUPVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3524
25Basic setupPress VCR MENU.1Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”,then press ENTER.2Press SET + or – to select “STANDARD TIME”,then press ENTER.3Press SET + or – to select your time zone,then press ENTER.4Press VCR MENU twice to return to thenormal screen.5In the rare event that you live within broadcast range of twostations in two different time zones, the DVD/VCR mayrecognize the wrong station for the AUTO CLOCK setting.To correct the situation:Notes:• To be able to select the standard time, the clock must first beset by AUTO CLOCK once.• If you live in Newfoundland and the AUTO CLOCK does notfunction properly, set the AUTO CLOCK menu option to “OFF”and set the clock manually.Press VCR MENU.Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”,then press ENTER.1Press SET + or – to select “DAYLIGHTSAVING TIME”, then press ENTER.2Press SET + or – to select one of theoptions, then press ENTER. Press VCRMENU until the MENU screen is cleared.3Notes:•When shipped from factory, the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME isset to “AUTO” position.•When the clock is not set, DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME settingis not available.•When there is no DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME in your area, al-ways select “OFF” position in step 3.When you want to set the DAYLIGHTSAVING TIME manually, on the firstSunday in April you set to “ON”, andon the last Sunday in October you setto “OFF”.ON:OFF:AUTO:for manual setting(forward one hour)for manual setting(back one hour)for automatic setting(read XDS in the signal)ATLANTIC : GMT–4hoursEASTERN : GMT–5hoursCENTRAL : GMT–6hoursMOUNTAIN : GMT–7hoursPACIFIC : GMT–8hoursALASKA : GMT–9hoursHAWAII : GMT–10hoursAUTO : AUTO SET(GMT: Greenwich Mean Time)To set DAYLIGHT SAVING TIMEYou can set the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME automatically ormanually.To set STANDARD TIMEVCR MENUSETUPVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p18-25 19/05/2003, 10:3525
26Basic setup2–4Press VCR MENU. EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” October,26 (SUN), 2003.18 : 30AM SUNManual clock SettingAfter setting the clock, date and time startsfunctioning automatically.6Note:After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the timersettings will be lost. In this case, reset the present time.To make corrections any time during the processPress CANCEL repeatedly until the item you want tochange blinks, then press SET + or –.Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”,then press ENTER.2Press SET + or – to select “CLOCK SET”,then press ENTER.3Press SET + or – to set the month, then pressENTER.4Set the day, year and time as in step 4.5Clock setting (continued)If the AUTO CLOCK process did not set the date and time correctly,you must set them manually for timer recording and DAYLIGHTSAVING TIME.2–41+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU MONTHDAYYEARTIME101 (WED)200312 : 00AM+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU MONTHDAYYEARTIME1026 (SUN)20038 : 30AMVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p26-31 19/05/2003, 10:3526
27Basic setupTuner settingThis DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allowschannels to skip up or down to the next channel set into memory,skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they mustbe programmed into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normalVHF and UHF channels, this DVD/VCR can receive up to 113 CableTV channels. To use this DVD/VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CATVmenu option to the TV mode. When shipped from the factory, this menuoption is in the CATV mode.Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select“CH SETUP”, then press ENTER.1Press SET + or – to select “TV/CATV”.2TV/CATV selection Setting channels automaticallyRepeat left step 1 and press SET + or – toselect “AUTO CH MEMORY”.1Press ENTER.Auto tuning will begin. The channel dis-play will count up and when finished,the screen returns to normal.2CH 002Note:You can’t select “CH SETUP” if you set the channel to “L1” or“L2”.Press ENTER to select the TV or CATV mode.The arrow indicates the selected mode.3Press VCR MENU until the menu screen iscleared.4TV - VHF/UHF channelsCATV - CABLE TV channels1,21,31,4VCR DVDVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and select to the correspondingvideo input.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.) 2C51701A (E)p26-31 19/05/2003, 10:3527
28Basic setupRepeat the step 1 on page 27. Then press SET +or – to select the “ADD/DELETE” and pressENTER.1To ADD/DELETE channelsPress VCR MENU until the menu screen iscleared.3To Add or Delete desired channels2CH SETUPTV CATVAUTO CH MEMORYADD/DELETE+/-/ENTER/MENU 0879654321Press Number buttons or SET + or – to selecta channel number you want to add or delete.To add channelsPress ENTER until “ADD” appears on thescreen.To delete channelsPress ENTER until “DELETE” appears on thescreen. The channel number will blink.12Repeat to to add or delete other channel.3 1 2Tuner setting (continued)Noise eliminationWhen you don't want to receive a weak signal broadcast, aBlue back screen can be obtained by selecting the NO NOISEBACKGROUND “ON”. When the unit is shipped from the fac-tory, the NO NOISE BACKGROUND is set to “ON”.Repeat the steps 1~2 on page 26 and pressSET + or – to select “NO NOISEBACKGROUND”.1Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF” position.2Press VCR MENU until the menu screen iscleared.3NUMBER BUTTONS1,231,2VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUP 2C51701A (E)p26-31 19/05/2003, 10:3528
29Basic setupLoading and unloading a cassette tapeUse only video cassette tapes marked and .LoadingRemove the erase prevention tab with a screwdriver. Cover the hole with a piece of adhesive tape.To record againScrewdriverAutomatic tape ejectThis DVD/VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended. Once the tape is rewound to its beginning,the cassette tape will be ejected automatically.Press EJECT on the front panel or on the Remote.Push the center of the tape until it is automaticallyinserted. Insert the cassette tape with its labeled side facing upand the erase prevention tab positioned at your left. Aninverted cassette tape cannot be inserted.Automatic playbackWhen loading a cassette tape without an erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically.Automatic power ONWhen you insert a cassette tape the DVD/VCR power will turn ON automatically.12Erase prevention tabAdhesive tapeRemove the cassette tape.Erase prevention tabUnloadingTo prevent accidental erasureTo prevent accidental erasureTape speed and maximum recording timeVideo cassette tapeTape SpeedSLP (Super Long Play)T-160 T-120 T-90 T-60 T-302-2/3 hours 2 hours 1-1/2 hours 1 hour 30 minutes8 hours 6 hours 4-1/2 hours 3 hours 1-1/2 hoursSP (Standard Play)Playback (VCR)Playback (VCR)EJECT 2C51701A (E)p26-31 19/05/2003, 10:3529
30Playback (VCR)Cassette tape playbackTo play a prerecorded tape.Load a prerecorded tape(When loading a cassette tape without the eraseprevention tab, playback will start automatically).Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light).1Press PLAY.Playback will start. “ ” will appearon the screen for about 4 seconds.Press STOP once.The tape will stop but remain fullyloaded and ready to play.“ ” will appear on the screen forabout 4 seconds.To stop playbackStop the playback or recording via STOP on remote.To discontinue the tape-winding, press STOP. To switch toplayback directly (without STOP), press PLAY.Notes:• This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP, LP or SLP au-tomatically.• The Cassette tape and DVD disc can be played back simulta-neously. If you press VCR DVD selector, the tape playbackand DVD playback alternate with each other on the screen(via CH3, 4 or video connection).• When you select the VCR mode during DVD playback, DVDplayback will stop automatically after approx. 5 minutes.2To start playbackPlayback Rewind or forward the tapeTo rewind the tape: Press REW.To forward the tape: Press FWD.Forward/Reverse picture search modeWhen the tape is being winded, you can switch to picturesearch mode (see next page). To do this, press REW orFWD and hold it down. The unit will resume the tapeadvance or rewinding as soon as the button is released.PLAYSTOPFWDREWVCR DVDPLAYSTOPFWDREW 2C51701A (E)p26-31 19/05/2003, 10:3530
31Playback (VCR)Special playbackPicture searchReverse picture search functionPress REW once or twice during playback.Forward picture search functionPress FWD once or twice during playback.To return to playback, press PLAY.Press PAUSE during playback.To resume normal playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STILL.During playback press SLOW.To return to playback, press PLAY or SLOW.Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, theautomatic tracking feature continuously analyzes the signalto enable optimum picture quality during playback.Press PAUSE/STILL during playback.Press SLOW repeatedly: The picture advances frame byframe.To return to playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STILL. Slow tracking and vertical lock adjustmentIf noise bars appear in the picture during slow motion,press the SET + /– to reduce the noise bars.If the still picture jitters excessively, press SET +/– tostabilize the still picture.Automatic tracking adjustmentIf automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well duringplayback, press SET +/– to eliminate the noise. “MANUALTR.” will appear on the screen. Press it briefly for a fineadjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment.Manual tracking adjustmentSPEED SEARCH TIMESAdjusting tracking conditionStill pictureSlow motionFrame by frame pictureNotes:•The audio output is muted during SPEED SEARCH, STILL,FRAME ADVANCE and SLOW MOTION.• During picture search mode there will be noise bars. This isnot a defect.• Playback will commence after approx. 5 minutes to protectthe video tape against excessive wear during pause mode.Press ATR to reactivate automatic tracking again.“AUTO TR.” will appear on the screen.PICTURE SEARCH SPEEDPRESS TWICETAPE SPEED PRESS ONCESP (Standard Play)LP (Long Play)SLP (Super Long Play)5 X9 X15 X3 X7 X9 XREWPLAYFWDSTOPSLOWATRSET +/–PAUSE/STILLVideo head cleaningVideo head clogging The video heads are the means bywhich the DVD/VCR reads the picturefrom the tape during playback. In theunlikely event that the heads becomedirty enough to be clogged, no picturewill be displayed. This can easily bedetermined if, during playback of aknown good tape, there is good sound,but no picture (picture is extremelysnowy). If this is the case, have theDVD/VCR checked and cleaned byqualified service personnel.Notes:•DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE VIDEO HEADS ORSERVICE THE UNIT BY REMOVING THE REAR COVER.•Video heads may eventually wear out and should be re-placed when they fail to produce clear pictures.•To help prevent video head clogging, use only good qual-ity VHS tapes. Discard worn out tapes.Good PictureSnowy PictureCM skipPress CM SKIP during playback. The DVD/VCR will searchforward through approximately 30 seconds of the tape (e.g.unwanted commercial time) for each press of CM SKIP(maximum six presses) and then resume normal playback.For example : 1 press: 30 seconds of tape2 press: 60 seconds of tape3 press: 90 seconds of tapeCM SKIP 2C51701A (E)p26-31 19/05/2003, 10:3531
32Playback (VCR)Convenience functionTo cancel repeat mode:Follow the above step 1, then press ENTER to select“OFF” position. Press VCR MENU to return to the TV.Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “AUTO REPEAT”.1Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF”.If “ON” is selected, the playbackwill be repeated endlessly.2Press VCR MENU until the menu screen iscleared. If you press CALL, “ ” will appear on the screen 11.3To commence playback, press PLAY. The playback will be repeated endlessly.4This function rewinds the tape to the “00:00:00” counter positionautomatically.Press CLOCK/COUNTER.The counter display shows the tape run-ning time during playback or recording.1Press COUNTER RESET at the desired tapeposition.The counter display will be reset to“00:00:00” position (e.g. the beginningof recording).2Press STOP when playback or recording iscompleted.Press ZERO RETURN.The tape will automatically rewind or fastforward to the “00:00:00” counter posi-tion.3Repeat playbackThe entire video tape will play until its end. The tape willautomatically rewind to the beginning and the playback willbe repeated.Zero return functionCOUNTER RESETPLAYVCR MENUSET +/–ENTERSTOPZERO RETURNCLOCK COUNTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPPLAYCLOCK/COUNTERCOUNTER RESETANGLESTOPZERO RETURNJUMP 2C51701A (E)p32-37 19/05/2003, 10:3532
33Playback (VCR)This function enables you to locate the beginning of any recordingmade on the VCR.Recording an INDEX markThe Index Search function auto-matically records an INDEX markon the tape whenever a recordingis initiated.Index searchPress INDEX + or – during stop or play mode.For Succeeding programs: Press INDEX +.For Preceding programs: Press INDEX –.(As many as 9 index points can be accessed via thismethod.)When the INDEX + or – is pressed,the unit starts searching the INDEXNO. selected and finds the portion,then playback starts automatically.To stop the Index Search, pressSTOP.CH 001INDEXSQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback)You can playback video cassette tapes recorded in theS-VHS system.However, the picture will not have the high resolution ofS-VHS system.Note: You cannot record S-VHS video format with this VCR.Notes:• When you record an INDEX mark at the very beginning of thetape, the mark may not be found.• During INDEX search, the tape may stop and begin to play at aslightly different location.• INDEX may not function properly with old or worn out video tapes.• INDEX marks may not be found if it is extremely close to the pointwhere the search began.• In recording, if you stop recording temporarily, the INDEX markis not recorded on the tape.Video index search systemPress CLOCK/COUNTER. The clock and tape counteralternate with each other in the display window.Notes:• If you rewind the tape beyond “00:00:00”, a minus sign (“–”)will be displayed in front of the time.• When you load a tape, the counter will reset to “00:00:00”.• The counter does not function on nonrecorded (blank)sections of the tape. When you rewind, fast forward or playtapes through blank sections, the counter stops.Clock/counter displayCOUNTERCLOCKPress VCR DVD selector. The DVD mode and theVCR mode alternate with each other in the display.DVD modeVCR mode+3INDEX NO. (up to 9)or is displayedSTOPVCR DVDINDEX +/–CLOCK COUNTERCLOCK/COUNTERINDEXSKIP–INDEXSKIP +STOPVCRDVD 2C51701A (E)p32-37 19/05/2003, 10:3533
34Recording (VCR)Recording a TV programRecording and viewing the same TV program.Recording a TV programLoad a cassette tape with the erase preventiontab intact. The DVD/VCR will automatically turn on.100 : 00 : 00 SPCH 110CH 110INDEXPress SP/SLP to select the desired tape speedSP or SLP.The tape counter and “SP” or “SLP”will appear on the screen for about 4seconds.2Select “TV” or “CATV” to the appropriateposition 27.3TV - VHF/UHF channelsCATV - CABLE TV channelsPress Number button or CH +/– to select thechannel to be recorded.4Press REC. “ ” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds and “REC” will appear on the display window.5VHF/UHF/CATV CHANNELSTV CATVVHF2-13UHF14-69VHF2-13STD/HRC/IRC 14-36 (A) (W) 37-59 (AA) (WW) 60-85 (AAA) (ZZZ) 86-94 (86) (94) 95-99 (A-5) (A-1)100-125 (100)(125) 01 (5A)1-9 Press 0 twice and then 1-9 as required.Example: To select “2”, Press 002.10-12 Press 0 first and then the remaining 2 digits inorder from left to right.Example: Press 012 for “12”.13-99 Press 2 digits in order.Example: Press 22 for “22”.100-125 Press the 3 digits in order.Example: Press 110 for “110”.08796543214425VCR DVDSP/SLPPLAY MODESET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERREC/OTRPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and select to the correspondingvideo input.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.) 2C51701A (E)p32-37 19/05/2003, 10:3534
35Recording (VCR)Recording one program whilewatching anotherPress STOP to stop recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds.Press PAUSE/STILL to avoid recording unwantedmaterial. Press again to continue the recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds.Notes:•The pause function will be released after 5 minutes to preventdamage to the tape or the VCR. The VCR will change to theSTOP mode.• You can select a recording channel in the recording pausemode.To stop recording temporarilyWhile the VCR is recording, select your desired channelon the TV.When a TV is connected with an antenna cable only,press TV/VCR to select the TV position.The “VCR” display will go off and recording will continue.Select the TV channel you want to watch by using theTV channel selector.Note:Some CATV hookups do not permit viewing one channelwhile recording another. See pages 16 and 17.This VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tapehas ended (except during OTR and timer recording). It willalso eject the tape.Auto Rewind featureTo stop recordingTV/VCRSTOPPAUSE/STILLPAUSE/STILLSTOP 2C51701A (E)p32-37 19/05/2003, 10:3535
36Recording (VCR)One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple andconvenient way to make a timed recording.One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)Pressoncetwice3 times4 times5 timesNORMAL REC0:301:001:302:003:004:005:006:00NORMAL RECRecording time Press6 times7 times8 times9 times10 timesRecording timeLoad a cassette tape with the eraseprevention tab intact. The VCR will automatically turn on.1Press SP/SLP to select the desired tape speedSP or SLP.The tape counter and “SP” or “SLP”will appear on the screen for about 4seconds.2Set “TV” or “CATV” option to the appropriateposition 27.300 : 00 : 00 SPCH 110CH 110INDEXOTR 0 : 30TV - VHF/UHF channelsCATV - CABLE TV channelsPress Number button or CH +/– to select thechannel to be recorded.4Press OTR. Recording begins. Press the buttonagain to stop recording after 30 minutes. Eachadditional press of OTR will increase recordingtime as shown in the chart below, up to amaximum of 6 hours.The OTR and recording time willappear on the screen for about 4seconds. And, “ ” will appear onthe display.5To cancel OTRPress STOP or turn off the power.“ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds.Note:If you wish to watch the DVD playback during OTR or standardrecording, press VCR DVD selector to change to DVD mode andperform the DVD playback 43.4425VCR DVDSTOP0879654321SP/SLPPLAY MODESET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERREC/OTRSTOPPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and select to the correspondingvideo input.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.)Example: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes. 2C51701A (E)p32-37 19/05/2003, 10:3536
37Recording (VCR)Timer recordingTimer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control.The built-in timer allows automatic unattended recording of up to 8programs within 1 month.Timer recordingNotes:• Press CANCEL to move cursor backward for correction.• To record from external source set the channel to “L1” or“L2”. “L1” or “L2” will appear next to CH 125 (or 69).Notes:• If the timer symbol ( ) blinks when the timer recording ended,the TV program has not been completely recorded because ofan insufficient tape length. Press TIMER REC to cancel thetimer program or press EJECT to remove the cassette tape.• During timer recording standby mode, the VCR mode cannot beoperated. To use the VCR, press TIMER REC at first, then pressVCR DVD selector to change to VCR mode. After you use theVCR, press TIMER REC again to put the VCR into timerrecording standby mode.• If you press TIMER REC during timer recording, the recordingoperation will be interrupted. If you press TIMER REC againwithin the programmed time, the recording operation will startagain.• After a power failure or disconnection of the power plug, allprogrammed recording settings and time display will be lostupon resumption of power. In this case, reset the clock 24 andreprogram any timer recording.Press VCR MENU. Select “TIMER REC SET”,then press ENTER.Preparation:• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.• Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tabintact.• Check the time and date are correct 24.Example: Program a timer recording for the 26th day,channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer programnumber 1 (Tape speed: SLP).1Press SET + or – to select one of the programline, then press ENTER.2Press SET + or – to select the date, then pressENTER.3Set the start time, end time, channel and tapespeed as in step 3.4To enter other programs, repeat step 2through 4.•To return to the normal screen,press VCR MENU twice.5Press TIMER REC. The timer symbol ( ) willappear on the display and the VCR stands byfor recording.At the same time, VCR mode willchange to DVD mode automatically.You can use DVD even if the VCR isin the timer recording mode.If you do not use the DVD, turn thepower off.6Notes:• The timer recording will start at 5 seconds before the timeyou predetermined.• If the timer symbol( ) does not appear on the display inspite of the pressing of TIMER REC, the cassette may nothave been loaded.29• If the cassette is ejected in spite of the pressing of TIMERREC, the erase prevention tab of the cassette may havebeen removed.292,31–3VCR DVDTIMER RECCANCEL1,5EJECTSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPTIMER REC 2C51701A (E)p32-37 19/05/2003, 10:3537
38Recording (VCR)Setting procedureTo set daily/weekly timerTo confirm Timer program:At step 1 on the previous page select “TIMER RECSET” and press ENTER.The timer program list will appear on the screen.2The current day (Friday) SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday)MO-SA (Monday to Saturday)MO-FR (Monday to Friday)WKL-WE WKL-TH (Weekly Thursday)(Weekly Wednesday)One month laterminus one dayWeekly (e.g. WKL-TU: each Tuesday) or daily (e.g. MO-SA: Monday to Saturday) Timer recordingFollow the procedure of timer recording on the previouspage. At step 3 press SET + or – repeatedly until thedesired setting appears. Then press ENTER.When you press SET – repeatedly, theDATE indicator will change as follows, inthis case the day is Friday.If the programs overlap anotherDo not overlap timer programs as portions of theconflicting programs will be lost. The first recordingtime has priority over the next recording time as shownin the diagram below.Notes:• The daily/weekly recording can be made continuously until therecording is canceled or the tape reaches the end.• During timer recording the automatic rewinding mechanismdoes not function.8 : 00 11 : 009 : 00 10 : 00Program 1Prog.1Deleted PartsNon Recorded Portion PartsProg.2 Prog.3Program 2Program 3Recording Control Settings⟨+/—/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩DATE START END CH WKL-WE⟨+/—/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩DATE START END CH26(SU)11:00PM11:30PM125SLPNotes:• If there are other timer record programs remaining, TIMERREC must be pressed to reactivate the timer, otherwise theremaining timer record programs will be ignored.• You cannot confirm the Timer program during timer recordingoperation.• You can correct or cancel a programmed setting in programconfirm mode.If the Timer has been activated, press TIMERREC to deactivate the Timer.The timer symbol ( ) willdisappear. Then press VCR DVDselector to change to VCR mode.1To cancel Timer program:Press SET + or – to select the unwanted program,then press CANCEL to cancel the program.3Press VCR MENU repeatedly until the menuscreen is cleared.4Timer recording (continued)To confirm or cancel a programSET +/–ENTERVCR MENUCANCELVCR DVDTIMER RECTIMER RECVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERCANCELVCRDVD 2C51701A (E)p38-41 19/05/2003, 10:3538
39Recording (VCR)Stereo recording and playback /Second Audio Program (SAP)When a MTS STEREO broad-cast is received, “STEREO” willappear on the screen for about 4seconds and the program canbe viewed or recorded in stereo.The Hi-Fi stereo recording pro-cedure is the same as for normalrecordings.Notes:• When playing back a tape that is not recorded in Hi-Fi stereomode, the audio will automatically be monaural.• When listening to a VHS Hi-Fi video tape or MTS broadcastthrough the VHF/UHF jack (Audio/Video cable not connected),the sound will be monaural.When viewing an MTS stereo TV program, or playing aprerecorded VHS Hi-Fi stereo videotape, press AUDIOSELECT to select how the audio will be heard throughthe speakers. Normally set to the Hi-Fi stereo position,this button can be set to the MONO position if the stereobroadcast or videotape audio is of poor quality. The “R”and “L” positions allow the audio from the Right or Left Hi-Fi channel to be heard over both TV speakers. Thisbutton has no effect when viewing a MONO videotape orTV program. Each time when you press the button,OUTPUT SELECTION display appears on the screen forseveral seconds. Refer to the chart below.Output selectionYour DVD/VCR is fitted with a SAP broadcast system whichenables you to switch to a second audio program whenviewing a selected channel.This function applies only when the program is broadcastin multi-languages through the SAP broadcast system.When the VCR is turned on or a channel selection ismade, make certain the letters “SAP” appears on thescreen for about 4 seconds. This means that the “SecondAudio Program” broadcasting is available.Listening to SAPStereo recording and playbackThe VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity record-ing of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts.Second Audio Program (SAP)OUTPUTSELECTIONSTEREOL CHR CHMONOSOUND HEARD ON BOTHSPEAKERSSTEREOLEFT CHANNEL AUDIORIGHT CHANNEL AUDIOMONOPress VCR MENU. Then press SET + or – toselect “SAP”.1Press ENTER to select “ON”.Then press VCR MENU until themenu screen is cleared.2STEREO SAP SAPORSET +/–ENTERCANCELVCR MENUOther functions (VCR)Note:When using a CATV system, stereo TV programs may betransmitted over a mono cable channel. In this case“STEREO” will not appear and the sound will be in mono.Other functions (VCR)AUDIO SELECTAUDIO SELECTAUDIOSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPVCR MENUSETUP 2C51701A (E)p38-41 19/05/2003, 10:3539
40Other functions (VCR)To AUDIO (L) OUTAUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied)Playback VCRTo VIDEO OUT To AUDIO (R) OUTRecording VCRTo AUDIO (L) INTo VIDEO IN To AUDIO (R) INDuplicating a video tape If you connect the DVD/VCR to another VCR or Camcorder, you can duplicate a previously recorded tape. Make all connections before turning on the power.Duplicating a video tapeFor duplicating a previously recorded tape from acamcorder, follow the camcorder manufacturer’sinstructions. A typical camcorder dubbing hookup isshown above.AUDIO/VIDEO cable (not supplied)To AUDIO (R) INTo AUDIO (L) INTo VIDEO INRecording VCRTo AV JackPlayback CamcorderConnection with second VCRConnection with CamcorderPress SP/SLP to select the desired tape speedSP or SLP. It is recommended that you set the tape speed to the SP mode on the recording VCR for best results.1Press INPUT SELECT once or twice to selectAUDIO/VIDEO input position. “L1” or “L2” will appear in the display.2Press REC on the recording VCR. The duplicating process begins.3Press PLAY on the playback VCR or Camcorder.4Press STOP after duplicating a video tape.5L1: on the rear panelL2: on the front panelPreparation:• Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding videoinput.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.)• Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tabintact.• Load a previously recorded tape into the playbackVCR or Camcorder.5142VCR DVDSP/SLPPLAY MODEINPUT SELECTPROGESSIVEREC/OTRSTOP 2C51701A (E)p38-41 19/05/2003, 10:3540
41Other functions (VCR)Press REC to start recording.The DVD/VCR will change to theVCR mode automatically and theplayback picture or sound will beduplicated on the video cassettetape.Recording a DVD/CD discYou can record disc material in DVD, Audio CD, etc. onto a Videotape with this DVD/VCR.Duplicating a DVD or CD discPress SP/SLP to select the desired tape speedSP or SLP.Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding videoinput.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode.(The VCR indicator will light.)•Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact.• Load a DVD/CD disc.1Press VCR DVD selector to select the DVD mode.The DVD indicator will light.2Press PLAY to start playback.34Press STOP if you finish recording.If you wish to stop a DVD/CD disc,press VCR DVD selector to changethe DVD mode, then press STOP.5Notes:• You may not be able to record the beginning of the disc.Begin VCR recording once program playback commenceson the DVD.• When the scanning mode is set to the progressive mode,you cannot duplicate a disc material onto a video tape.When REC/OTR is pressed, the PROGRESSIVE indicator“” on the display window will flash and “PLEASE SET OFF” will appear on the screen.• You can not record discs encoded with copy guardfunction. The following icon and text will show up on theTV screen.51423Other functions (VCR)DISC IS COPY PROTECTED00 : 00 : 00 SPSP/SLPPLAY MODEVCRDVDPLAYREC/OTRSTOP 2C51701A (E)p38-41 19/05/2003, 10:3541
42Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY on the unit.The disc tray closes automatically.On the TV-screen, “ ” changes to“Reading” and then playbackcommences.• A menu screen will appear on the TV screen, ifthe disc has a menu feature.Press / or / to select title.Press ENTER.• Title is selected and playcommences.Press STOP to end playback.• The unit records the stopped point,depending on the disc. “ ”appears on the screen. PressPLAY to resume playback (fromthe scene point).• If you press STOP again or unloadthe disc (“ ” appears on thescreen.), the unit will clear thestopped point.Playing a discThis section shows you the basics on how to play a disc.CAUTIONKeep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing.Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury.Basic playbackPreparations:• When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the corresponding video input connected to the DVD/VCR. Thismay include S-video or component video inputs which are exclusive to DVD playback.• When you want to enjoy the sound of discs from the audio system, turn on the audio system and select the inputconnected to the DVD/VCR.1345Press ON/STANDBY (I / ).The DVD/VCR turns on.Press VCR/DVD SELECT to select the DVD mode.The DVD indicator will light.Press OPEN/CLOSE.The disc tray opens.Place the disc on the disc tray.With the playbackside down• There are two different disc sizes. Place the discin the correct guide on the disc tray. If the disc isout of the guide, it may damage the disc andcause the DVD/VCR to malfunction.• Do not place a disc which is unplayable in thisDVDVCDCD2143, 52Reading678To start playback in the stop modePress PLAY.Basic playback (DVD)ORSTOPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p42-45 19/05/2003, 10:3542
43Basic playback (DVD)To pause playback (still mode)Press PAUSE/STILL during playback.To resume normal playback, pressthe PLAY button.• The sound is muted during stillmode.To stop playbackPress STOP.To remove the discPress OPEN/CLOSE.Remove the disc after the disc trayopens completely.Be sure to press the OPEN/CLOSE button to closethe disc tray after you remove the disc.Playing a Disc while the VCR section isrecording or standing by for timer recording1) Start to record.Follow step 1~5 on page 34.• If the DVD/VCR is standing by for recording, turn onthe DVD/VCR.2) Press VCR DVD selector to select DVD mode. TheDVD indicator will light.3) Play a disc.Follow step 3 ~ 5 on page 42.• Press PLAY if the DVD/VCR does not start to play adisc automatically.4) Stop to play.Press STOP to stop play back a disc.Notes:• If a non-compatible disc is loaded, “Incorrect Disc”, “Region Code Error” or “Parental Error” will appear on the TV screenaccording to the type of loaded disc. In this case, check your disc again (See pages 8 and 60).• Some discs may take a minute or so to start playback.• When you set a single-faced disc label downwards (ie. the wrong way up) and press the OPEN/CLOSE button or the PLAYbutton on the unit, “Reading” will appear on the display for 40 seconds and then “Incorrect Disc” will continue to be displayed.• Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers. Since this unit plays DVDs accordingto the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also refer to theinstructions supplied with the DVDs.• Do not move the DVD/VCR during playback. Doing so may damage the disc.• Use the OPEN/CLOSE button to open and close the disc tray. Do not push the disc tray while it is moving. Doing so maycause the DVD/VCR to malfunction.• Do not push up on the disc tray or put any objects other than discs on the disc tray. Doing so may cause the DVD/VCR tomalfunction.• In many instances, a menu screen will appear after playback of a movie is completed. Prolonged display of an on-screenmenu may damage your television set, permanently etching that image onto its screen. To avoid this, be sure to press theON/STANDBY (I / ) button on your remote control once the movie is completed.• During the DVD playback if you change the operating mode from DVD to VCR, the DVD will continue to play back the discand stop after about 5 minutes.• There may be a slight delay between you pressing the button and the function activating.To obtain a higher quality pictureOccasionally, some picture noise not usually visible during a normal broadcastmay appear on the TV screen while playing a DVD video disc because the highresolution pictures on these discs include a lot of information. While the amount ofnoise depends on the TV you use with this DVD/VCR, you should generallyreduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs.About DVD VCD CDThe DVD VCD CD icons on the heading bar show the playable discs for thefunction described under that heading.DVD : You can use this function with DVD video discs.VCD : You can use this function with Video CDs.CD : You can use this function with Audio CDs and CD-R/RW CDs.OPEN/CLOSESTOPPAUSE/STILLVCR DVDPLAYPAUSE/STILLSTOPOPEN/CLOSE 2C51701A (E)p42-45 19/05/2003, 10:3543
44 FWDPlaying a disc (continued)You can play discs at various speeds.Playing in fast reverse or fast forward directionsPlaying frame by framePress PAUSE/STILL during still playback.Each time you press the PAUSE/STILL button, the picture advancesone frame.To resume normal playbackPress PLAY.Note:The sound is muted during frame by frame playback.DVDVCDCD REW PLAY PAUSE/STILL SKIP / SLOWPlaying in slow-motionPress SLOW during playback.Each time you press the SLOWbutton, the slow-motion speedchanges.To resume normal playbackPress PLAY.Note:The sound is muted during slow-motion playback.Locating a chapter or trackBasic playback (DVD)Press REW or FWD during playback.REW: Fast reverse playbackFWD: Fast forward playbackEach time you press the REW orFWD button, the playback speedchanges. To resume normal playbackPress PLAY.Notes:• The DVD/VCR mutes sound and subtitles during reverseand forward scan of DVD video discs. However, the DVD/VCR plays sound during fast forward or fast reverse playof audio CDs.• The playback speed may differ depending on the disc.• A “Prohibition” symbol may appear at the upper left of the screen. This symbol means either the feature you tried is notavailable on the disc, or the DVD/VCR can not access the feature at this time. This does not indicate a problem with the DVD/VCR.• The unit is capable of holding a still video image or On screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leavethe still video image or On screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time, you risk permanentdamage to your television screen. Projection televisions are very susceptible.Notes:DVDVCDDVDVCDREWFWDDVDVCDCDPAUSE/STILLSLOWPLAYPLAYPLAYPress SKIP or repeatedly to display the chapter or track number you want.Playback starts from the selected chapter or track.To locate succeeding chapters ortracks. Playback starts from the beginning ofthe current chapter or track.When you press twice, playback startsfrom the beginning of the precedingchapter or track.INDEXSKIP +INDEXSKIP– 2C51701A (E)p42-45 19/05/2003, 10:3644
45Basic playback (DVD)Press STOP to end playback.• The unit records the stopped point.“ ” appears on the screen. PressPLAY to resume playback (from thescene point).• If you press STOP again or unload thedisc, the unit will clear the stopped point.Advanced playback (DVD)MP3/WMA/JPEG playbackThis player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data which has been recordedon CD-R or CD-RW. To produce the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data, you need aWindows-PC with CD-ROM drive and a MP3/WMA/JPEG-encoding Software(not supplied).The Apple-HFS-System can not be played.Advanced playback (DVD)0–9ENTERPLAYOPEN/CLOSESTOPMP3/WMA PlaybackCD134Press OPEN/CLOSE.The disc tray will open.Place a disc on which MP3or WMA files have beenrecorded onto the tray.Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY.The disc tray closes automatically.On the TV-screen,“Reading” will appear.Reading will take asmuch time as thenumber of file.A file menu screen will appear on the TV screen.Press or to select folder.Press / or / or Number keys to selectthe desired file, then press ENTER.The file is selected and play commences.• In case the folder includes more than15 tracks, press or to displaynext file list.• When PLAY has been pressed afterdisplaying the file menu, or when thedisc tray has been closed after pressingPLAY in step 2, playback beginsautomatically starting from the first file.In this case, if the first file is an MP3/WMA file, only MP3/WMA files areplayed back in order.If the first file is a JPEG file, the firstJPEG file is played back.2Limitations on MP3/WMA/JPEG CD playback• MP3/WMA/JPEG CD is the disc that is standardized byISO9660, its file name must include 3-digits extensionletters, “mp3”, ”wma”, “jpg”.• The directory and file names of the MP3/WMA/JPEG CDmust be correspond to the ISO standardized files.• This unit can read 200 files per disc. If a disc has more than200 files, it reads up to 200 files, the remaining files will beomitted.• The unit is able to recognize up to a maximum of 50directories per disc.• MP3/WMA CDs cannot be used for playback for thepurpose of recording.• If the CD has both audio tracks and MP3/WMA/JPEG files,only audio tracks are played.• It may take more than one minute for this unit to read MP3/WMA/JPEG files depending on its structure.• Music recorded by “Joliet Recording Specification” can beplayed back, the file name is displayed (within 16 letters) onthe screen. Long file names will be condensed.• The music files recorded by “Hierarchical File System”(HFS) cannot be played.• The unit can play back baseline and progressive JPEG files.Limitations on display• The maximum number for display is 16 letters. Availableletters for display are the following: capital or smallalphabets of A through Z, numbers of 0 through 9, and _(under score).• Other letters than those above are replaced in hyphen.Notes on MP3/WMA/JPEG filesTo play back MP3/WMA/JPEG CD in the recorded order,1. Use MP3/WMA/JPEG software that records dataalphabetically or numerically.2. Name each file including two-digit or three-digit number(e.g. “01” “02” or “001” “002”).3. Refrain from making too many sub-folders.MP3/WMA/JPEG CD Information08796543215▲/▼/ /1-/72--:--/0-9/Enter/Play Mode2345JapanCD-RBay BridgeCLOSE MY EYESDIVE TO BLUEHoney89101112flowerLies and Truth-winter fallRainStrawberry6BLUE EYES13Welcome party7Blurry Eyes14ThailandPopswelcomeReading/0-9/Enter/Play Mode1-/722345JapanCD-RBay BridgeCLOSE MY EYESDIVE TO BLUEHoney89101112flowerLies and Truth-winter fallRainStrawberry6BLUE EYES13Welcome party7Blurry Eyes14ThailandPops--:--/0-9/Enter/Play Mode15-/7216MotherCD-RHold Your LastPops--:--OPEN/CLOSEOPEN/CLOSEPLAYSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERPLAYSTOPWMA disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows:1) Sampling Frequency: within 32 -- 44 KHz2) Bit Rate: within 48kps -- 80kps.Mono WMA files and WMA files (under 48kps) cannot beplayed back on this player.CAUTION:• Some MP3/WMA/JPEG CDs can not be played backdepending on the recording conditions.• The CD-R/RW that has no music data or non-MP3/WMA/JPEG files can not be played back. 2C51701A (E)p42-45 19/05/2003, 10:3645
46MP3/WMA/JPEG playback (continued)You can select your desired JPEG file on the file menu and picture menu.The selected JPEG file is automatically adjusted to the TV screen. (When theaspect ratio of the JPEG file is different to your TV screen, the black bar willappear at the top and bottom, or the both sides of the TV screen.Advanced playback (DVD)ENTER▲/▼//STOPPLAY0–9SKIP /OPEN/CLOSETOP MENUJPEG CD playback1Press OPEN/CLOSE.The disc tray will open.Place a disc on whichJPEG files have beenrecorded onto the tray.Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY.The disc tray closes automatically.On the TV-screen, “Reading” will appear.Reading will takeas much time asthe number of file.A file menu screen will appear on the TV screen.Press or to select folder.Press / or / or Number keys to selectthe desired file.To display a picture menu, press MENU.(To return to a file menu, press TOP MENU.)Press / or / to select the desired file.• To display next list, press SKIP or .• When PLAY has been pressed after displaying thefile menu, or when the disc tray has been closedafter pressing PLAY in step 2, playback beginsautomatically starting from the first file. In thiscase, if the first file is a JPEG file, the first JPEGfile is played back. If the first file is an MP3/WMAfile, only MP3/WMA files are played back in order.Press ENTER.The selected picture appears on the TVscreen.Press STOP to end playback.The file menu appears on the TVscreen.If you want to watch the other file,repeat steps 4-5.2536CD1-/362345Pic-1CD-RPic-2Pic-3Pic-4Pic-589101112Pic-8Pic-9Pic-10Pic-11Pic-126Pic-613Pic-137Pic-714Pic-14Collection/0-9/Enter/Play Mode/Menu41-/362345Pic-1CD-RPic-2Pic-3Pic-4Pic-589101112Pic-8Pic-9Pic-10Pic-11Pic-126Pic-613Pic-137Pic-714Pic-14Collection/0-9/Enter/Play Mode/MenuNotes:• The picture menu is displayed when the FUJICOLOR CD orthe Kodak Picture CD are played. To display the file menupress TOP MENU.• During MP3/WMA/JPEG-Playback, you can not use SEARCH,A-B Repeat functions.• You can use Repeat (Track or All), Random functions andProgram playback for MP3/WMA/JPEG CD Playback. (Seepage 52 and 53.)• In the case of a CD containing a mixture of MP3, WMA andJPEG files, the files are played back by selecting them from thefile menu.OperationMedia typeFolderFile numberElapsed time: Indicates MP3 file: Indicates WMA file: Indicates JPEG file/MenuFile menu informationwelcomeReadingMENUOPEN/CLOSEOPEN/CLOSEPLAY0879654321SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERMENUTOP MENUSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSTOP 2C51701A (E)p46-47 19/05/2003, 10:3646
47Basic playback (DVD)Setting the JPEG IntervalAdvanced playback (DVD)1Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press or toselect “Picture”, then press ENTER.Press or to select “JPEG Interval”.Press ENTER or / to select your desired time.Off:Plays back one file at a time.5 Seconds:Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 5second intervals.10 Seconds:Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 10second intervals.15 Seconds:Plays back images in the form of a slide show in 15second intervals.To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUP.243ENTER▲/▼/ /SETUP/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundTv ScreenDisplay OnJPEG IntervalSelect Files/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundOffAll4:34:3Tv ScreenDisplay OnJPEG IntervalSelect Files All/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound5 Seconds4:34:3CDYou can continuously play back all JPEG files automatically.After the setting below, start playing the disc on which JPEG files have been recorded.SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUP 2C51701A (E)p46-47 19/05/2003, 10:3647
48Setting the Select Files1Press SETUP in the stop mode.Press or to select “Picture”, then pressENTER.Press or to select “Select Files”.Press ENTER or / to select your desiredfile type.All:Displays all files.Music Only:Displays only MP3/WMA files.Pictures Only:Displays only JPEG files.3To make SETUP screen disappear, pressSETUP.Advanced playback (DVD)2MP3/WMA/JPEG playback (continued)CD/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundTv ScreenDisplay OnJPEG IntervalSelect Files4:3/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundOffAllTv ScreenDisplay On/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundJPEG IntervalSelect Files OffPictures Only4:34ENTER▲/▼//SETUPWhen playing back a CD containing a mixture of MP3, WMA and JPEG files, only MP3/WMA or JPEG files can be displayed onthe file menu.SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUP 2C51701A (E)p48-49 19/05/2003, 10:3648
49Basic playback (DVD)Zooming (JPEG CD)Press ZOOM during playback.Enlarged JPEG images are displayed.You can make the images even largerby repeatedly pressing ZOOM.1Changing angles (JPEG CD)ANGLEAdvanced playback (DVD)ZOOMCDThis unit will allow you to zoom in on the JPEG image.12Off3CDPress ANGLE during playback.Images are rotated 90 degrees to the right.1Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desiredangle is selected.Pressing ANGLE four times returns the imageto its original angle.• Images are displayed at thesame angle until the disc isremoved.2You can display JPEG images rotating at 90 degree intervals.2Press / / / to view a different part of theframe.You may move the frame from thecentre position to UP, DOWN, LEFT orRIGHT direction.In the zoom mode press ZOOM repeatedly toreturn to a 1:1 view ( Off).3▲/▼/ /CM SKIPZOOMCOUNTER RESETANGLESET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERCM SKIPZOOMCOUNTER RESETANGLE 2C51701A (E)p48-49 19/05/2003, 10:3649
50Zooming12Press ZOOM during playback.The centre part of the image will bezoomed in.Each press of ZOOM will change theZOOM 1 (x 1.3), 2 (x 1.5) and 3(x 2.0).▲/▼/ /Zooming/Locating desired sceneAdvanced playback (DVD)DVDVCDThis unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the position of theframe.1Press / / / to view a different part of theframe.You may move the frame from thecentre position to UP, DOWN, LEFT orRIGHT direction.In the zoom mode press ZOOM repeatedly toreturn to a 1:1 view ( Off).3Notes:• You can select the Pause, Slow or Search playback in the zoom mode.• Some discs may not respond to zoom feature.ZOOMCANCEL0–9ENTERJUMPDISPLAYLocating desired sceneDVDVCDCDUse the title, chapter and time recorded on the disc to locate the desired point to play back.To check the title, chapter and time, press DISPLAY.1Press JUMP during playback or stop mode.Press or to select the “Time”, “Title” or“Chapter”.Press Numbered buttons (0-9) to change thenumber.• If you input a wrong number, pressCANCEL.• Refer to the package supplied withthe disc to check the numbers.Press ENTER. Playback starts.• When you change the title,playback starts from Chapter 1of the selected title.• Some discs may not work in theabove operation.4230879654321Note:In case of the Video-CD playback with PBC, the JUMP does not work.CM SKIPZOOMSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERCM SKIPZOOMZERO RETURNJUMPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p50-53 19/05/2003, 10:3650
51Basic playback (DVD)Marking the ScenesAdvanced playback (DVD)Returning to the Scenes1Press MARKER during playback.Select the blank Marker using or .Then press ENTER at the desired scene.• Repeat this procedure to setthe other 2 scenes.Press MARKER to remove this display.Press MARKER during playback or stop mode.Press or to select the Marker 1-3.Press ENTER.Playback starts from the markedscene.213Marking desired scenesThe unit stores the points that you want to watch again up to 3 points.You can resume playback from each scene.23Notes:Some discs may not work with the marking operation.The marking is canceled when you open the disc tray or turnthe power off.Some subtitles recorded around the marker may fail toappear.•••ENTERCANCELTo cancel the MarkerFollow the above steps 1~2, then press CANCEL.DVDVCDDVDVCDMARKERMARKERMARKERMARKERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER▲/▼SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p50-53 19/05/2003, 10:3651
52Repeat playback of Title, Chapter and Track1Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode.DVDPress / or ENTER once or twice to select“Chapter” or “Title”.ENTER▼//Repeat playback/A-B Repeat playbackCD/VCDPress to select “Repeat”.Press / or ENTER once or twice to select“Track” or “All”.Press PLAY MODE again to make the screendisappear.Press PLAY to start Repeat playback.To resume normal playback, select Repeat “Off”.3Note:Some discs may not work with the repeat operation.A-B Repeat playback1Press A-B RPT during playback.The start point is selected.Press A-B RPT again.The end point is selected. Playbackstarts at the point that you selected.Playback stops at the end point, re-turns to Point A automatically, thenstarts again.A-B repeat playback allows you to repeat material betweentwo selected points.2PLAY MODEA-B RPTAdvanced playback (DVD)2Repeat/Enter/Play ModeOff:Chapter:Repeat/Enter/Play ModeRepeatTitle:/Enter/Play ModePlay Mode OffRepeat Off/Enter/Play Mode::TrackPlay Mode OffRepeat::/Enter/Play ModeRepeatPlay Mode OffAll::/Enter/Play ModeDVDVCDCDANotes:• In A-B repeat mode, subtitles near point A or B may notappear.• A-B Repeat playback is not available in multi-angle scenes.• You may not be able to set A-B Repeat, depending on thescenes of the DVD.• A-B repeat does not work with an interactive DVD, MP3/WMA/JPEG CD and Video CD with PBC.To resume normal playbackPress A-B RPT again.“Off” appears on the screen.ABDVDVCDCDSP/SLPPLAY MODESET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERA-B RPTA-B RPTA-B RPT 2C51701A (E)p50-53 19/05/2003, 10:3652
53Basic playback (DVD)Program PlaybackPress PLAY MODE in the stop mode.Press or to select Play Mode, then press or to select program.Press / or / to select the programmingposition. Use Numbered buttons (0-9) to inputthe Track numbers.• To program others, repeat Step 3.• If you input a wrong number, pressCANCEL.1Press / or / to select “ProgramPlayback” and press ENTER.The programmes you selected will startto playback in the order.To return to normal playback, selectPlay Mode: “Off”.4To cancel program playbackSelect “Clear” and press ENTER.• The program is cancelled whenyou open the disc tray or turn thepower off.Program playback/Random playback (CD)You can arrange the order of tracks on the disc.VCDCD2Repeat123456789101112Clear Program PlaybackPlay Mode:Program:Off/Enter/0 9/Cancel/Play Mode3Program Playback23581131 16912194710Repeat:OffPlay Mode:Program/Enter/0 9/Cancel/Play ModeClearRandom PlaybackVCDCDPress PLAY MODE in the stop mode.Press / to select Play Mode, then press/ to select “Random”.1Press PLAY.The Random Playback will start.32RepeatPlay Mode:Random:Off/Enter/Play ModeENTER▲/▼/ /PLAY MODEPLAY0–90879654321Advanced playback (DVD)Clear Program Playback23 581131 1691217 4710Repeat:OffPlay Mode:Program/Enter/0 9/Cancel/Play ModeNote:In playing back the Video CD with PBC, you can not setRandom playback.Note:In playing back the Video CD with PBC, you can not setProgram playback.SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSP/SLPPLAY MODESP/SLPPLAY MODESET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERPLAY 2C51701A (E)p50-53 19/05/2003, 10:3653
54Press TOP MENU during playback.Title menu appears on the screen.Press / or / to select the desired title.Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menuChanging AnglesPress ANGLE during playback.The current angle will appear.Advanced playback (DVD)DVDWhen playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, you can change the angle that you are viewing the scene from.11/9Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desired angleis selected.2Note:Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change theangles even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD.Title SelectionDVDTwo or more titles are recorded on some discs. If the title menu is recorded on the disc, you can select the desired title.1Press ENTER or PLAY.The playback of the selected title willstart.3Note:Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to select the title.Depending on the DVD, a “title menu” may simply be called a“menu” or “title” in the instructions supplied with the disc.2DVD MenuPress MENU during playback.The DVD menu appears on the screen.• Press MENU again to resumeplayback at the scene when youpressed MENU.Press / or / to select the desired item.DVDSome DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the menu.When you play back these DVDs, you can select the subtitle language and sound-track language, etc. using the menu.1Press ENTER.The menu continues to anotherscreen. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to setthe item completely.32ANGLEENTER▲/▼//TOP MENUPLAYMENUCOUNTER RESETANGLECOUNTER RESETANGLETOP MENUSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERMENUSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERPLAY 2C51701A (E)p54-57 19/05/2003, 10:3654
55Advanced playback (DVD) During disc playback press AUDIO. Press or to select “On”.1Changing soundtrack language12Press AUDIO during playback.The current soundtrack language willappear.Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired lan-guage is selected.The on-screen display will disappearafter a few seconds.Changing soundtrack language/Setting surround soundYou can select the language when you play a multilingual disc.Notes:• If the desired language is not heard after pressing thebutton several times, the language is not recorded onthe disc.• Changing soundtrack language is cancelled when youopen the disc tray. The initial default language or availablelanguage will be heard if the disc is played back again. AUDIO /In case of VIDEO CD playbackAudio type changes as follows each time you press AUDIO.Setting surround soundThis DVD/VCR equipped with a “SPATIALIZER VIRTUAL SURROUND”. It can produce the effect of being in a cinemaor a concert hall.Spatializer® 3-Dimensional Sound Processing provided byDesper Products. Inc.Certain audio features of this product manufactured undera license from Desper Products, Inc., Spatializer® and thecircle-in-square device are trademarks owned by DesperProducts, Inc.2 To cancel Surround mode:Follow the left steps 1~2, then press or to select the“Off” position.Note:The “SPATIALIZER VIRTUAL SURROUND” is effective onlyfor the sound of disc.DVDVCDCDVCDCDFunction setup (DVD)Function setup (DVD)AUDIO SELECTAUDIOAUDIO SELECTAUDIOAUDIO SELECTAUDIOSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p54-57 19/05/2003, 10:3655
56During DVD KARAOKE disc playback, pressAUDIO.2On : The primary vocal is outputwhen it is recorded on the disc.Off : The primary vocal is not output.Press or to select “On” or “Off”.Function setup (DVD)Setting subtitles/Karaoke playbackTurning the subtitles on and offPress SUBTITLE during playback until “Off”appears.When playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can turn the subtitles on or off.SUBTITLEDVDNote:Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to turnthe subtitles on even if they are recorded on it.Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to turnthe subtitles off.OffChanging the subtitle languagePress SUBTITLE repeatedly during playback untilyour desired language appears.The on-screen display will disappear after a fewseconds.You can select the language when playing back a disc recorded with multi-lingual subtitles.DVDNotes:• Changing subtitle language is cancelled when you openthe disc tray.• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to changethe subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recordedon it. While playing the DVD, the subtitle may changewhen: -you open or close the disc tray -you change thetitle.• In some cases, the subtitle language is not changed tothe selected one immediately.11/32 Eng2Karaoke playbackYou can turn the vocal on or off recorded on the DVD KARAOKE.DVDNotes:• The vocal output feature is used during playback ofDolby Digital (multi-channel) recorded DVD KARAOKEdiscs. This feature allows you to turn off vocal audiotracks, or restore them for background accompaniment.• When playing Karaoke, connect appropriate audioequipment such as an amplifier to the DVD/VCR.13▲/▼/ /AUDIOPress ▲ or ▼until the KARAOKE symbol ( )appears.ATRSUBTITLEATRSUBTITLEAUDIO SELECTAUDIOSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p54-57 19/05/2003, 10:3656
57Advanced playback (DVD)Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Picture”.Press or ENTER, then press or to select“Tv Screen”.Press or ENTER.Press or to select your desired screentype, then press ENTER.Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen1ENTER▲/▼//Setting the aspect ratio of TV screenYou can select the aspect ratio for your TV.The following pages describe the setup/operation in DVD mode.DVDRETURNSETUP/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound23Function setup (DVD)Function setup (DVD)You have the following screen sizes to choose from:4:3Letter box:Select this mode when connecting to a conventional TV.When playing back a wide screen-DVD disc, it displaysthe wide picture with black bands at the top and bottom ofscreen.4:3Pan scan:It displays the wide picture on the whole screen with leftand right edges automatically cut off.16:9Wide:Select this mode when connecting to a wide-screen TV.A wide screen picture is displayed full size.To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUPor RETURN while the SETUP screen is beingdisplayed.4Note:If the DVD disc is not formatted in the pan & scan style, it displays4:3 style.VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURN 2C51701A (E)p54-57 19/05/2003, 10:3657
5800:34:56 01:12:3300:34:56 01:12:331/9Title 1/991/81/32Chapter 1/999Eng DolbyDigitalEngEach press of DISPLAY, the status display of the discwill appear on the screen and change as follows.DVDTo make status display disappear, press DISPLAY again.Setting on screen display1Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Picture”.Press or ENTER, then press or to select“Display”.Setting on screen display/Status display of discDVDOn screen display can be switched on or off when you press the buttons.Function setup (DVD)2/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound34Status display of discDVDVCDCDWhen you playback the CD disc, the status display willappear on the screen and continue displaying.ENTER▲/▼//RETURNSETUPDISPLAYAudio CDVideo CD34:56 71:33Track 11/9900:12 04:32Tv ScreenDisplay Off/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundJPEG IntervalSelect Files AllOff4:3Tv ScreenDisplay/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundOnJPEG IntervalSelect Files AllOff4:3VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURNOn: On screen displays appear when you pressthe buttons (factory setting).Off: On screen displays do not appear when youpress any buttons.Press / or ENTER to select “On” or “Off”.To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUP orRETURN while the SETUP screen is being displayed. 2C51701A (E)p58-59 19/05/2003, 10:3658
59Function setup (DVD)Dynamic Range ControlPress SETUP in the stop mode.Press or to select “Sound”.Press or ENTER to select “DRC”.Press or ENTER, then press or to selectdesired setting.1To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUPor RETURN while the SETUP screen is beingdisplayed.4Dynamic Range ControlDRC (Dynamic Range Control) enables you to control the dynamic range so as toachieve a suitable sound for your equipment.ENTER▲/▼/ /RETURNSETUPDVD/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound2DRCStd/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound3DRCMaxStdMin/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundStdNotes:• This function works only during playback of Dolby Digitalrecorded discs.• The level of Dynamic Range Reduction may differdepending on DVD video disc.VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURNMax: Full dynamic range is increased.Std: Full dynamic range is maintained.Min: Dynamic range is reduced. 2C51701A (E)p58-59 19/05/2003, 10:3659
60Parental control settingSome discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be limitednot to play back with the unit.Parental control settingDVDFunction setup (DVD)Press ENTER to store the password.Note: Now the rating is locked and thesetting cannot be changed unless youenter the correct password.Press SETUP or RETURN to remove the paren-tal control screen.45Notes:• If each setup (P. 57~66) has been completed, theunit can always be worked under the sameconditions (especially with DVD discs).Each setup will be retained in the memory if you turnthe power off.• Depending on the discs, the unit cannot limit playback.• Some discs may not be encoded with specific ratinglevel information though its disc jacket says "adult." Forthose discs, the age restriction will not work.ENTER▲/▼//RETURNSETUP0–9CANCELVCR MENUSETUPRETURNSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERPress SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Parental”. Then press or ENTER.Press or to select “Parental”, then press or until the level you require appears.1230879654321VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER• Level Off: The parental controlsetting does not function.• Level 8: All DVD software can be played back.• Level 1: DVD software for adults cannot be playedback.•Select from the level 1 to level 8. The limitation will bemore severe as the level number is lower.Press or to select “Password”.Press number buttons (0-9) to input a 4-digit password.Be sure to remember this number!• If you input a wrong number,press CANCEL. 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3760
61Function setup (DVD)To change the parental level12Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Parental”.Then press or ENTER.Press number buttons (0-9) to enter thepassword you have stored.Press ENTER.The rating is now unlocked.Press or to select “Parental”, then press or to change the parental level.To change the parental levelDVDNote:Do not forget the password. If you forget the password, contactthe dealer that you purchased the unit from.34Press or to select “Password”, then pressnumber buttons (0-9) to enter the password.Note: You can change the passwordif you want.Press ENTER.Now the parental level is changed andlocked.Press SETUP or RETURNto remove the parental control screen.56PasswordParental59 8 7 6/Enter/Setup/Return0 9/CancelLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound7ENTER▲/▼/ /RETURNSETUP0–9VCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER0879654321SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER0879654321SET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURN 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3761
62Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD discDepending on the DVD disc, the disc may try to temporarily cancel the ratinglevel that you have set.It is up to you to decide whether to cancel the rating level or not.Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD discLoad a DVD disc and press PLAY or OPEN/CLOSE on the unit (see page 42).If the DVD disc has been designed to temporarilycancel the Rating level, the screen which followsthe “Reading” screen will change, depending onwhich disc is played. If you select “YES” with theENTER key, “Your disc exceeds the parentalcontrol level#.” screen will then appear.If you wish to cancel the set rating level temporarily,select “Parental Control Level” with or , thenpress ENTER. If the 4-digit password at step 2 onpage 61 has been set, the password enteringscreen will appear as shown in step 4.Alternatively, if the password has not been set,playback will commence. If you don’t know (or haveforgotten) the password, select “Cancel Picture”.The setting screen will disappear. Press OPEN/CLOSE to remove the disc.Note:This temporary cancellation of rating level will be kept until thedisc is ejected.When the disc is ejected, the original rating level will be set againautomatically.Function setup (DVD)DVD1Enter the password with number buttons (0-9).Then press ENTER.If you interrupt the entering, pressRETURN.Playback will commence if the enteredpassword was correct.42Your disc exceedsthe parental control level#.Parental Control LevelCancel Picture/Enter/Return3Please enter the4 digit password9/Cancel/ReturnEnter/0-5ENTER▲/▼RETURNPLAY0–9OPEN/CLOSE0879654321welcomeReadingOPEN/CLOSEPLAYOPEN/CLOSESET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERRETURN 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3762
63Function setup (DVD)Setting setup languagePress VCR DVD selector to select the DVD mode.“Reading” changes to “No Disc”.(If DVD disc has already loaded, theplayback will start automatically.)Press SETUP in the stop mode.Press or to select “Other”.Press or ENTER to select “OSD Language”.DVDVCDCD1welcomeReadingLanguage Other/Enter/Setup/ReturnPicture ParentalSound23LanguageOSD Language EnglishOther/Enter/Setup/ReturnPicture ParentalSoundPress or ENTER and then press or toselect desired language (e.g. English), thenpress ENTER.To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUPor RETURN while the SETUP screen is beingdisplayed.45LanguageOSD Language English EnglishFrancaisEspanolOther/Enter/Setup/ReturnPicture ParentalSoundIf the unit does not operate properly: Static electricity,etc., may affect the player's operation. Disconnect theAC power cord once, then connect it again.VCR DVDENTER▲/▼/ /RETURNSETUPSetting setup languageThe setup language can be selected.VCRDVDVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURNSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3763
64Function setup (DVD)Setting menu language1Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Language”.Press or ENTER, then press or to select“Menu”.Press or ENTER.Press or to select your desired language,then press ENTER.English, Francais, Espanol:The selected language is the first-priority Menulanguage.Other:Other language can be selected (see the Languagecode list on page 67).Setting menu languageYou can select the language of the disc menu messages of DVDs.DVDTo make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUPor RETURN while the SETUP screen is beingdisplayed.423/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundMenuSubtitleAudioEnglishAutomaticEnglish/Enter/Setup/ReturnMenuSubtitleAudioEnglishAutomaticEnglish FrancaisEnglishEspanolOtherLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound/Enter/Setup/ReturnENTER▲/▼//RETURNSETUPVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURN 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3764
65Function setup (DVD)Changing subtitle language1Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Language”.Press or ENTER, then press or to select“Subtitle”.Press or ENTER.Press or to select your desired language,then press ENTER.English, Francais, Espanol:The subtitle is displayed with the selected language if itis recorded on the disc.Other:If you want to select another language, enter the languagecode (see the language code list on page 67).Automatic:•The unit will automatically select the same language inthe AUDIO setting.•When the unit selects the same language as the AUDIO,the subtitles will not appear during playback.•When you do not use the same language as the AUDIO,the subtitles will appear during playback.Off:Subtitles do not appear.DVD2To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUPor RETURN while the SETUP screen is beingdisplayed.4Note:If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the first-priority language is selected.MenuSubtitleAudioEnglishAutomaticEnglish/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound3MenuSubtitleAudioEnglishAutomaticEnglish FrancaisEnglishEspanolOtherAutomaticOffLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound/Enter/Setup/ReturnChanging subtitle languageThe same subtitle language can always be selected even if you replace the discor turn the power off.ENTER▲/▼//RETURNSETUPVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERVCR MENUSETUPRETURN 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3765
66Setting audio soundtrack languageTo make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUPor RETURN while the SETUP screen is beingdisplayed.4Setting audio soundtrack languageThe same audio soundtrack language can always be selected by your unit even ifyou replace the disc or turn the power off.DVDNote:If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the originallanguage will be heard.Function setup (DVD)ENTER▲/▼//RETURNSETUPVCR MENUSETUPRETURNPress SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc.Press or to select “Language”.Press or ENTER, then press or toselect “Audio”.Press or ENTER.Press or to select your desired AudioLanguage, then press ENTER.English, Francais, Espanol:The language you have selected will play if it is recordedon the disc.Other:If you want to select another language, enter thelanguage code (see the Language code list on page67).Original:The unit will select the first priority language of eachdisc.1423/Enter/Setup/ReturnLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundLanguage Picture Parental OtherSoundMenuSubtitleAudioEnglishAutomaticEnglish/Enter/Setup/ReturnMenuSubtitleAudioEnglishAutomaticEnglish FrancaisEnglishEspanolOtherOriginalLanguage Picture Parental OtherSound/Enter/Setup/ReturnVCR MENUSETUPSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTERSET +SET –CH –CH +ENTER 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3766
67Function setup (DVD)Selecting PROGRESSIVE scan1Selecting PROGRESSIVE scanThe progressive scan capability provides the highest resolution pictures with lessflicker and line structure.If you are using the Component video jacks, but are connecting the DVD/VCR toa standard (analog) television, set PROGRESSIVE to Off.If you are using the Component video jacks for connection to a TV or monitor thatis compatible with a progressive scan signal, set PROGRESSIVE to On.2Preparation:• Connect to a TV equipped with component jacks.• Turn ON the TV and set it to the corresponding video inputmode.• Set the S-VIDEO/COMPONENT video selector switch onthe rear panel to COMPONENT position.• Press VCR DVD selector to select the DVD mode. (TheDVD indicator will light.)INPUT SELECTPROGESSIVEPress PROGRESSIVE in the stop mode.The progressive indicator “ ” on thedisplay window will light.• The unit recognizes the picturesource (film or video) of the currentdisc according to the disc information.Press PLAY to start playback.PLAYNotes:• Some discs may not be played back with the progressivescanning mode correctly because of the disc characteristicsor recording condition.• If your TV does not accept the progressive scan format, thepicture will appear scrambled if you select progressive scanoutput from the unit. In such a case, select PROGRESSIVEscan Off.• You cannot make the progressive scanning mode active infollowing cases.– The unit is in the VCR mode.– The disc is played back in the DVD mode.– the S-VIDEO/COMPONENT video selector switch is set toS-VIDEO position.There are two types of source content in pictures recorded inDVD video discs: film content (pictures recorded from filmsat 24 frames per second) and video content (video signalsrecorded at 30 frames per second).When the unit plays back a film source material, uninterlacedprogressive output signals are created using the originalinformation. When a video content is played back, the unitinterleaves lines between the interlaced lines on each tocreate the interpolated picture and outputs as the progressivesignal. 1 2DVDVCDCDTo select PROGRESSIVE scan OffPress PROGRESSIVE in the stop mode.The progressive indicator “ ” on the display window willgo off. 2C51701A (E)p60-67 19/05/2003, 10:3767
68OthersLanguage code listEnter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” (see pages 64-66).Abkhazian 1112 Fiji 1620 Lingala 2224 Singhalese 2919Afar 1111 Finnish 1619 Lithuanian 2230 Slovak 2921Afrikaans 1116 French 1628 Macedonian 2321 Slovenian 2922Albanian 2927 Frisian 1635 Malagasy 2317 Somali 2925Amharic 1123 Galician 1722 Malay 2329 Spanish 1529Arabic 1128 Georgian 2111 Malayalam 2322 Sundanese 2931Armenian 1835 German 1415 Maltese 2330 Swahili 2933Assamese 1129 Greek 1522 Maori 2319 Swedish 2932Aymara 1135 Greenlandic 2122 Marathi 2328 Tagalog 3022Azerbaijani 1136 Guarani 1724 Moldavian 2325 Tajik 3017Bashkir 1211 Gujarati 1731 Mongolian 2324 Tamil 3011Basque 1531 Hausa 1811 Nauru 2411 Tatar 3030Bengali; Bangla 1224 Hebrew 1933 Nepali 2415 Telugu 3015Bhutani 1436 Hindi 1819 Norwegian 2425 Thai 3018Bihari 1218 Hungarian 1831 Oriya 2528 Tibetan 1225Breton 1228 Icelandic 1929 Panjabi 2611 Tigrinya 3019Bulgarian 1217 Indonesian 1924 Pashto, Pushto 2629 Tonga 3025Burmese 2335 Interlingua 1911 Persian 1611 Turkish 3028Byelorussian 1215 Irish 1711 Polish 2622 Turkmen 3021Cambodian 2123 Italian 1930 Portuguese 2630 Twi 3033Catalan 1311 Japanese 2011 Quechua 2731 Ukrainian 3121Chinese 3618 Javanese 2033 Rhaeto-Romance2823 Urdu 3128Corsican 1325 Kannada 2124 Romanian 2825 Uzbek 3136Croatian 1828 Kashmiri 2129 Russian 2831 Vietnamese 3219Czech 1329 Kazakh 2121 Samoan 2923 Volapük 3225Danish 1411 Kirghiz 2135 Sanskrit 2911 Welsh 1335Dutch 2422 Korean 2125 Scots Gaelic 1714 Wolof 3325English 1524 Kurdish 2131 Serbian 2928 Xhosa 3418Esperanto 1525 Laothian 2225 Serbo-Croatian 2918 Yiddish 2019Estonian 1530 Latin 2211 Shona 2924 Yoruba 3525Faroese 1625 Latvian, Lettish 2232 Sindhi 2914 Zulu 3631Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name Code 2C51701A (E)p68-BACK 19/05/2003, 10:3768
69OthersBefore calling service personnelCheck the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• Try another AC outlet.• Power is off, check fuse or circuit breaker.• Unplug unit, then plug it back in.• Select the DVD or VCR mode before operating.DVD/VCR does not operate.DVD/VCRPAGE5––530,42The remote control does not function.• Aim at the remote control at the remote sensor.• Operate within Approx. 7 Meters or reduce the light in the room.• Clear the path of the beam.• The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries.• Check the batteries are inserted correctly.13DVDNo picture.• Antenna connection is not correct or antenna cable is disconnected.• The video channel is not in the correct position or the TV is not set to the videochannel 3 or 4.• Check the unit is connected correctly.• The video input selector of the TV is not set to VIDEO. Set to VIDEO (orequivalent).• Channel is set to the external mode.No sound. • Check the unit is connected correctly.• Check the input selector of the amplifier is set properly.• The unit is in the Special playback mode.14~172214~19––14~19–31,34• Select proper language in the menu options.Display is not shown in your language. 63Playback doesn’t start. • No disc is inserted.• The disc may be dirty. Clean up the disc.• The unit cannot play DVD-ROMs, etc.Stopping playback, slow-motion play, repeatplay, or memory play, etc. cannot beperformed. • Some discs may not do some of the functions.4268–No CATV reception. • Check all CATV connections.• Station or CATV system problems, try another station. 16,17Noise bars on screen.• Tracking adjustment beyond range of automatic tracking circuit. Try Manualtracking adjustment.• Video heads are dirty.• The tape is worn or damaged.VCR• The erase prevention tab of the video cassette is broken off.• The unit is in the external input mode.TV recording does not work. 29,34Timer recording does not work. • The time is not set correctly.• The recording start/end time is not set correctly.• The TIMER has not been pressed ( is not lit).2437373131–No picture, or the screen is blurred or dividedinto two parts.• The S-VIDEO/COMPONENT selector is not set correctly.• The PROGRESSIVE scan is On through the unit is connected to a TVvia the VIDEO OUT jack.1967No subtitle. • Some discs have no subtitles.• Subtitles are cleared. Press SUB TITLE.Angle cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD disc.• The function is prohibited with the unit or the disc. appears on the screen.565444No 4:3 (16:9) picture. • The setup does not match your TV.No on-screen display. • Select Display “On”.5758No surround sound. • The setup does not match your stereo system.The unit or remote operation key is notfunctioning. • Turn off the unit and unplug the AC power cord for several minutes, then replug it.20Playback does not start when the title isselected. • Check the Parental setup.Audio soundtrack and/or subtitle languageis not changed when you play back a DVD. • Multilingual language is not recorded on the DVD disc.–60,6165,66 2C51701A (E)p68-BACK 19/05/2003, 10:3769
70OthersSpecificationsAC 120 V 60 HzOperation: 18 W, Stand by: 2 W7.9 lbs (3.6 kg)Width: 16-15/16 inches (430 mm)Height: 3-7/8 inches (99 mm)Depth: 9-7/8 inches (251.5 mm)181 channel freq. synthesizedVHF 2-13UHF 14-69CATV 125 ChannelsUHF/VHF In/Out: 75 Ω coaxialChannel 3 or 4, SwitchableNTSC4 Rotary headsHi-Fi sound - 2 Tracks / MONO sound - 1 Track20 Hz to 20,000 HzMore than 90dBApprox. 1 minute and 48 seconds (with T-120 Cassette Tape)DVD (12 cm, 8 cm), CD (12 cm, 8 cm)DVD: 4 Hz-22 kHz, CD: 4 Hz-20 kHz90dB (DVD)0.02% (DVD)Less than 0.01% WrmsTemperature: 5˚C-40˚C (41˚F-104˚F), Operating status: HorizontalPower supplyPower consumptionWeightDimensionsTunerAntenna input/outputRF channel outputColor systemVideo headAudio trackHi-Fi frequency responseHi-Fi dynamic rangeF.FWD/REW time at 25˚C (77˚F)Applicable discFrequency rangeS/N ratioHarmonic distortionWow and flutterOperating conditionsGeneralInput/OutputDVD/VCRVideo input 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., pin jack x 2Video output 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., pin jack x 1Audio input –8 dBm, 50 kΩ, negative sync., pin jack (L/R) x 2Audio output –8 dBm, 1 kΩ, negative sync., pin jack (L/R) x 1DVDS-video output (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., Mini DIN 4-pin × 1(C) 0.286 V (p-p), 75 ΩComponent video output (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., pin jack × 1(PB)/(PR) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω, pin jack × 2Audio output (BITSTREAM/PCM 0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, pin jack × 1COAXIAL)Audio output (BITSTREAM/PCM Optical connector × 1OPTICAL)Audio output (ANALOG) –12 dB, 1 kΩ, pin jacks (L, R) × 1Supplied accessoriesAudio/video cable ................................................. 1Remote control (SE-R0108) ................................. 1Batteries (AAA) ..................................................... 275 ohm coaxial cable ............................................ 1• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. 2C51701A (E)p68-BACK 19/05/2003, 10:3770
71OthersLIMITED WARRANTY DVD VIDEO PLAYERToshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. (“TACP”), Toshiba Hawaii (“THI”) and Toshiba Canada Limited (“TCL”) make thefollowing limited warranties. These limited warranties extend to original purchaser or any person receiving this set as a giftfrom the original purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee.Limited Ninety (90) Day WarrantyTACP/THI warrant this product against defects in materialsor workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days after thedate of original retail purchase. During this period, TACP/THI will repair or replace a defective product or part, at theiroption, with a new or refurbished product or part withoutcharge to you. You must deliver the entire product to aTACP/THI Authorized Service Station. You are responsiblefor all transportation and insurance charges for the unit toand from the Authorized Service Station. If you live in theU.S.A. you may, at your option, return your DVD Unit to:Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc.Returns Center1420C Toshiba Dr.Lebanon, TN 37087Upon receipt we will, at our option, exchange the DVD Unitwith a new or refurbished unit. Canadian consumers arerequested to contact TCL. In Hawaii consumers arerequested to contact THI.Limited One (1) Year WarrantyTACP/THI further warrant the parts in this product againstdefects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1)year after the date of original retail purchase. During thisperiod, TACP/THI will repair or replace a defective productor part, at their option, with a new or refurbished product orpart without charge to you, except that if a defective part isreplaced after ninety (90) days from the date of the originalretail purchase you pay labor charges involved in thereplacement. You must also deliver the entire product to aTACP/THI Authorized Service Station. You are responsiblefor all transportation and insurance charges for the unit toand from the Authorized Service Station. If you live in theU.S.A. you may, at your option, return your DVD Unit to:Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc.Returns Center1420C Toshiba Dr.Lebanon, TN 37087Upon receipt we will, at our option, exchange the DVD Unitwith a new or refurbished unit. Canadian Consumers arerequested to contact TCL. In Hawaii consumers arerequested to contact THI.Rental UnitsThe warranty for rental units begin with the first rental orthirty (30) days from the date of shipment to the rental firm,whichever comes first.Commercial UnitsProducts sold and used for commercial use have a limitedninety (90) day warranty for all parts and labor.Owner’s ManualYou should read the owner’s manual thoroughly beforeoperating this product. You should complete and mail theenclosed Demographic card within ten (10) days after you,or the person who has given you this product as a gift,purchased this product. This is one way to enable TACP toprovide you with better customer service and improvedproducts. Failure to return the card will not affect your rightsunder this warranty.Your ResponsibilityThe above warranties are subject to the followingconditions:(1) You must retain your bill of sale or provide other proof ofpurchase.(2) You must notify a TACP/THI/TCL /Authorized ServiceStation within thirty (30) days after you discover adefective product or part.(3) All warranty servicing of this product must be made by aTACP/THI/TCL Authorized Service Station.(4) U.S.A. warranties are effective only if the product ispurchased and operated in the Continental U.S.A. orPuerto Rico.(5) Labor service charges for set installation. Set up,adjustment of customer controls and installation orrepair of antenna systems are not covered by thiswarranty. Reception problems caused by inadequateantenna systems are your responsibility.(6) Warranties extend only to defects in materials orworkmanship as limited above and do not extend to anyproduct or parts which have been lost or discarded byyou or to damage to products or parts caused bymisuse, accident, damage caused by Acts of God, suchas lighting or fluctuations in electric power, improperinstallation, improper maintenance or use in violation ofinstructions furnished by us; or to units which havebeen altered or modified without authorization of TACP/THI/TCL or to damage to products or part thereof whichhave had the serial number removed, altered, defacedor rendered illegible.(7) Should you elect to return your DVD Unit to TACP afterthe ninety (90) days and within one (1) year, or after thewarranty period has expired: Call (800)-631-3811 toreceive information concerning an exchange price.Payment must be enclosed with product in the form of acertified check or money order including reason forreturn.(8) Physically damaged DVD Units are not acceptable forrepair or exchange whether in or out of warranty andwill be returned as received.(Continued) 2C51701A (E)p68-BACK 19/05/2003, 10:3771
Printed in Thailand03/06 UHow to Obtain Warranty Service(1) Refer to the troubleshooting guide in your owner’s manual. This check list may solve your problem.(2) In the U.S.A., only call the TACP toll free number 800-631-3811, or if in Hawaii or Canada see listing below within (30)days after you find a defective product or part.(3) Arrange for the delivery of the product to the TACP/THI/TCL Authorized Service Station or TACP Return Center.Products shipped to the Service Station must be insured and safely and securely packed, preferably in the originalshipping carton, and a letter explaining the defect and also a copy of the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must beenclosed.In Hawaii contact:Toshiba Hawaii Inc.327 Kamakee StreetHonolulu, HA 96814(808)-521-5377In Canada contact:Consumer Electronics Group191 McNabb StreetMarkham, Ontario L3R 8H2(905)-470-5400Consumer Electronics Group22171 Fraserwood WayRichmond, B.C. V6W 1J5(604)-303-2500Consumer Electronics Group18050 Trans canadaKirkland, Quebec H9J 4A1(514)-390-7766Toll Free800-631-3811All warranties implied by state law, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, areexpressly limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above. With the exception of any warranties implied by statelaw as hereby limited, the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, guarantees, agreements andsimilar obligations of manufacturer or seller with respect to the repair or replacement of any parts. In no event shall TACP/THIbe liable for consequential or incidental damages.No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of these warranties inany manner whatsoever. The time within which an action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of TACP/THI arisingunder the warranty or under any statute, or law of the United States or any state thereof, is hereby limited to ninety (90) daysfrom the date you discover or should have discovered, the defect. This limitation does not apply to implied warranties arisingunder state law.This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Somestates do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, when an action may be brought, or the exclusion orlimitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above provisions may not apply to you.ATTENTION CANADIAN CONSUMERS:Canadian consumers are requested to complete the special Canadian “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed, and forwardthis completed form with a copy of bill of sale to TOSHIBA OF CANADA to “Register and Validate” their warranty. Productmust be purchased from an Authorized Canadian Dealer. Products purchased in the U.S.A. and used in Canada are notcovered by these warranties.IMPORTANT: PACKING AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONWhen you send the product to a Service Station, you must use the original carton box and packing material, then insert theoriginal carton box containing the unit into another carton using more packing material.LIMITED WARRANTY DVD VIDEO PLAYER (continued)In the Continental United States contact: 2C51701A (E)p68-BACK 19/05/2003, 10:3772

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