Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4.
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. LIGHTNING To 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 the unit due to lightning and power line surges.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 24. LASER BEAM Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the laser beam. It may cause sight damage. 25. DISC Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction.
Introduction Precautions Notes on handling When shipping the DVD/VCR, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the DVD/VCR.
Notes on discs On handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Do not attach paper or tape to discs. On cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth.
Introduction Notes on discs (continued) About this owner’s manual This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of this DVD/VCR. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. As such, the DVD/VCR may not respond to all operating commands.
Introduction Identification of controls See the page in for details. Front panel Cassette loading slot EJECT button ON/STANDBY REC button button AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN CHANNEL (LINE IN 2) jacks Rear panel When 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.
Display window Play indicator VCR indicator (VCR) Recording indicator (VCR) Track indicator (CD) Tape loaded indicator (VCR) VCR operation status Press CALL to display information on screen. To cancel the display, press CALL again. While watching TV DAY OF THE WEEK CLOCK 8 : 47 CH 125...
Introduction Identification of Controls (continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in Remote control CALL button DISPLAY button VCR DVD selector button 22 Direct channel selection buttons Number buttons 45 INPUT SELECT button 40 PROGRESSIVE button 66 TV/VCR button 22 COUNTER RESET button...
Inserting batteries Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. Battery precautions The 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.
Connections Antenna connections If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber, skip ahead to page 16 for the proper connections. Antenna to DVD/VCR connection The DVD/VCR must be connected “between” the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect it to the DVD/VCR.
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DVD/VCR to TV connection After 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 the connection diagram.
Connections CATV (CABLE TV) connections Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box, except for those premium channels which are intentionally scrambled.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the “CATV” mode. This 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.
Connections Connecting to a TV Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV. Note: This method transports VHS and DVD-video signals. For enhanced DVD-video performance, we recommend you also connect the S-video or ColorStream Connecting to a TV Signal flow Notes: • Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well. •...
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S-video output/input An 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/inputs PROGRESSIVE outputs/inputs Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs that are capable of reproducing a progressively scanned video signal.
Connections Connecting to optional equipment You can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds of DVD video discs or audio CDs by connecting the DVD/VCR to optional audio equipment. For connection to your TV, see “Connecting to a TV” Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder Dolby Digital Dolby 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.
Warning When playing DTS-encoded discs (audio CDs), excessive noise may be output from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage 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. (Do not leave the ANALOG AUDIO OUT (L/R) wires dangling.) To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™...
Basic setup Setting the video channel When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only. To view playback of a recorded tape or DVD disc, or to watch a program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).
Setting the language You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen displays. Setting the language Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) Press VCR MENU.
Basic setup Clock setting The AUTO CLOCK function will automatically set the built-in clock (Month, Day, Year and Time) when the DVD/VCR is connected to an Antenna or Cable system and it is turned off. The DVD/VCR searches for a station in your area containing the necessary AUTO CLOCK setting signals.
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To set STANDARD TIME In the rare event that you live within broadcast range of two stations in two different time zones, the DVD/VCR may recognize the wrong station for the AUTO CLOCK setting. To correct the situation: Press VCR MENU. VCR MENU SETUP á...
Basic setup Clock setting (continued) If the AUTO CLOCK process did not set the date and time correctly, you must set them manually for timer recording and DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME. Manual clock setting EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” March, 27 (SAT), 2004.
Tuner setting This DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this DVD/VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels.
Basic setup Tuner setting (continued) To ADD/DELETE channels Repeat the step 1 on page 27. Then press SET + or – to select the “ADD/DELETE” and press ENTER. SET + CH – CH + ENTER SET – To Add or Delete desired channels Press Number buttons or SET + or –...
Playback (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked Loading Push the center of the tape until it is automatically inserted. Automatic power ON When you insert a cassette tape the DVD/VCR power will turn ON automatically. Automatic playback When loading a cassette tape without an erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically.
Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback To play a prerecorded tape. Playback 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). Load a prerecorded tape (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically).
Special playback Picture search Reverse picture search function Press REW once or twice during playback. Forward picture search function Press FWD once or twice during playback. To return to playback, press PLAY. SPEED SEARCH TIMES PICTURE SEARCH SPEED TAPE SPEED PRESS ONCE SP (Standard Play) LP (Long Play)
Playback (VCR) Convenience function Repeat playback The entire video tape will play until its end. The tape will automatically rewind to the beginning and the playback will be repeated. Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “AUTO REPEAT”.
Clock/counter display Press CLOCK/COUNTER. The clock and tape counter alternate with each other in the display window. COUNTER CLOCK/COUNTER CLOCK Press VCR DVD selector. The DVD mode and the VCR mode alternate with each other in the display. DVD mode VCR mode Notes: •...
Recording (VCR) Recording a TV program Recording and viewing the same TV program. Recording a TV program Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact.
To stop recording Press STOP to stop recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. To stop recording temporarily Press PAUSE/STILL to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds.
Recording (VCR) One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) Example: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes.
Timer recording Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1 month. Timer recording Preparation: • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. •...
Recording (VCR) Timer recording (continued) Setting procedure To set daily/weekly timer Weekly (e.g. WKL-TU: each Tuesday) or daily (e.g. MO- SA: Monday to Saturday) Timer recording Follow the procedure of timer recording on the previous page. At step 3 press SET + or – repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
Other functions (VCR) Stereo recording and playback / Second Audio Program (SAP) Stereo recording and playback The VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity record- ing of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts. When a MTS STEREO broad- cast is received, “STEREO” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds and the program can be viewed or recorded in stereo.
Other functions (VCR) Duplicating 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 tape Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input.
Recording a DVD/CD disc You can record disc material in DVD, Audio CD, etc. onto a Video tape with this DVD/VCR. Duplicating a DVD or CD disc 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.) •...
Basic playback (DVD) Playing a disc This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc. Basic playback Preparations: • When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the corresponding video input connected to the DVD/VCR. This may include S-video or component video inputs which are exclusive to DVD playback.
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To obtain a higher quality picture Occasionally, some picture noise not usually visible during a normal broadcast VCR DVD may appear on the TV screen while playing a DVD video disc because the high OPEN/CLOSE resolution pictures on these discs include a lot of information. While the amount of noise depends on the TV you use with this DVD/VCR, you should generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs.
Basic playback (DVD) Playing a disc (continued) You can play discs at various speeds. Playing in fast reverse or fast forward directions Press REW or FWD during playback. REW: Fast reverse playback FWD: Fast forward playback Each time you press the REW or FWD button, the playback speed changes.
Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/WMA/JPEG playback This player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data which has been recorded on CD-R or CD-RW. To produce the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data, you need a Windows-PC with CD-ROM drive and a MP3/WMA/JPEG-encoding Software (not supplied). The Apple-HFS-System can not be played. MP3/WMA playback Press OPEN/CLOSE.
Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/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 the aspect ratio of the JPEG file is different to your TV screen, the black bar will appear at the top and bottom, or the both sides of the TV screen.
Setting the JPEG Interval You can continuously play back all JPEG files automatically. After the setting below, start playing the disc on which JPEG files have been recorded. Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press select “Picture”, then press ENTER. VCR MENU SETUP Language Picture...
Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/WMA/JPEG playback (continued) Setting the Select Files When playing back a CD containing a mixture of MP3, WMA and JPEG files, only MP3/WMA or JPEG files can be displayed on the file menu. Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press to select “Picture”, then press ENTER.
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Zooming (JPEG CD) This unit will allow you to zoom in on the JPEG image. Press ZOOM during playback. Enlarged JPEG images are displayed. CM SKIP ZOOM You can make the images even larger by repeatedly pressing ZOOM. Changing angles (JPEG CD) You can display JPEG images rotating at 90 degree intervals.
Advanced playback (DVD) Zooming/Locating desired scene Zooming This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the position of the frame. Press ZOOM during playback. CM SKIP The centre part of the image will be ZOOM zoomed in.
Marking desired scenes The unit stores the points that you want to watch again up to 3 points. You can resume playback from each scene. Marking the scenes Press MARKER during playback. MARKER Select the blank Marker using Then press ENTER at the desired scene. •...
Advanced playback (DVD) Repeat playback/A-B Repeat playback Repeat playback of Title, Chapter and Track Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode. SP/SLP PLAY MODE Press or ENTER once or twice to select “Chapter” or “Title”. SET + Repeat Repeat /Enter/Play Mode /Enter/Play Mode CH –...
Program playback/Random playback (CD) You can arrange the order of tracks on the disc. Program playback Press PLAY MODE in the stop mode. SP/SLP PLAY MODE Press to select Play Mode, then press or ENTER to select “Program”. SET + CH –...
Advanced playback (DVD) Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu Changing angles When playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, you can change the angle that you are viewing the scene from. Press ANGLE during playback. The current angle will appear. COUNTER RESET ANGLE Title selection Two or more titles are recorded on some discs.
Function setup (DVD) Changing soundtrack language/ Setting surround sound Changing soundtrack language You can select the language when you play a multilingual disc. Press AUDIO during playback. AUDIO SELECT The current soundtrack language will AUDIO appear. Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired lan- guage is selected.
Function setup (DVD) Setting subtitles/Karaoke playback Turning the subtitles on and off When playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can turn the subtitles on or off. Press SUBTITLE during playback until “Off” appears. SUBTITLE Changing the subtitle language You can select the language when playing back a disc recorded with multi-lingual subtitles.
E.B.L. (Enhanced Black Level) To select the black level of playback pictures, set your preference and monitor’s ability. Setting E.B.L. Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press to select “Picture”. VCR MENU SETUP Language Picture SET + CH –...
Function setup (DVD) Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen You can select the aspect ratio for your TV. The following pages describe the setup/operation in DVD mode. Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press to select “Picture”.
Setting on screen display/Status display of disc Setting on screen display On screen display can be switched on or off when you press the buttons. Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press to select “Picture”. VCR MENU Language Picture SETUP SET +...
Function setup (DVD) Dynamic Range Control DRC (Dynamic Range Control) enables you to control the dynamic range so as to achieve a suitable sound for your equipment. Dynamic Range Control Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press to select “Sound”. VCR MENU Language Picture SETUP...
Parental control setting Some discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be limited not to play back with the unit. Parental control setting Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press to select “Parental”. Then press or ENTER.
Function setup (DVD) To change the parental level To change the parental level Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press to select “Parental”. Then press or ENTER. VCR MENU SETUP SET + CH – CH + ENTER SET –...
Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc Depending on the DVD disc, the disc may try to temporarily cancel the rating level 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 disc Load a DVD disc and press PLAY or OPEN/ CLOSE on the unit...
Function setup (DVD) Setting OSD language The setup language can be selected. Setting OSD language Press SETUP in the stop mode or NO DISC. Press to select “Other”. VCR MENU Language SETUP SET + CH – CH + ENTER SET – Press or ENTER to select “OSD Language”.
Setting language You can select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and “Audio” if their languages are recorded onto the disc more than one language. Setting language Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press to select “Language”. VCR MENU Language Picture SETUP SET +...
Function setup (DVD) Selecting PROGRESSIVE scan The progressive scan capability provides the highest resolution pictures with less flicker and line structure. If you are using the Component video jacks, but are connecting the DVD/VCR to a standard (analog) television, set PROGRESSIVE to Off. If you are using the Component video jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set PROGRESSIVE to On.
Others Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” Language Name Code Language Name Code Abkhazian 1112 Fiji Afar 1111 Finnish Afrikaans 1116 French Albanian 2927 Frisian Amharic 1123 Galician Arabic 1128 Georgian Armenian 1835...
Others Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. SYMPTOMS DVD/VCR DVD/VCR does not operate. No picture. No sound. The remote control does not function. No CATV reception. TV recording does not work. Timer recording does not work.
Specifications General Power supply Power consumption Weight Dimensions Tuner Antenna input/output RF channel output Color system Video head Audio track Hi-Fi frequency response Hi-Fi dynamic range F.FWD/REW time at 25˚C (77˚F) Applicable disc Frequency range S/N ratio Harmonic distortion Wow and flutter Operating conditions Input/Output DVD/VCR...
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INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES 1. LEA LAS INSTRUCCIONES Antes de usar la unidad, lea detenidamente todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación. 2. CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES Conserve las instrucciones de seguridad y operación para consultas futuras. 3. RESPETE LAS ADVERTENCIAS Observe estrictamente todas las advertencias impresas en la unidad y las incluidas en el manual de instrucciones.
Conexión a un televisor Flujo de la señal a un tomacorriente de la red (120 V CA, 60 Hz) Ajuste del canal de video Mantenga presionado 3 o 4 durante 3 segundos en el mode desconectado para seleccionar CH 3 o 4. El número del canal seleccionado parpadeará...
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Ajuste de reloj automatico Connecte la antena o sistema de cable. • Si utiliza una caja de cable, enciéndala. Enchufe el cable eléctrico de CA a un tomacorriente CA. Compruebe que el DVD/VCR está apagado. • Si presiona POWER, el ajuste automático no se activará.
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Reproducción Coloque una cinta pregrabada. (Cuando se carga una cinta de cassette sin la lengüeta de prevención de borrado, la reproducción comenzará automáticamente.) PARA INICIAR LA REPRODUCCION Presione PLAY. La reproducción PLAY comenzará. “ ” aparecerá en pantalla durante 4 segundos aproximadamente. PARA INTERRUMPIR REPRODUCCION Presione STOP (PARADA) una vez.
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Grabacion por temporizador Presione VCR MENU. Seleccione la opción TIMER REC SET y presione ENTER. VCR MENU SET + SETUP CH – CH + ENTER SET – Presione SET + o – para seleccionar el N° de programa, luego presione ENTER. SET + CH –...
Reproducción básica (DVD) Preparación: • ENCIENDA el TV y ajústelo en el modo de entrada de video. • Presione VCR DVD para seleccionar el modo DVD. (El indicador DVD se iluminará.) Presione OPEN/CLOSE en el aparato. Se abrirá la bandeja del disco. Coloque un disco en la bandeja.
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Búsqueda de un capítulo o canción Pulse SKIP varias veces para visualizar el capítulo o la pista que desee. La reproducción se inicia desde el capítulo o la pista que haya seleccionado. INDEX Para localizar capítulos o pistas SKIP subsiguientes. La reproducción se inicia desde el principio INDEX –...