DVD+VCR COMBO DV R 4 5 5 0 USER'S GUIDE SSC.4540.0121801 Congratulations... ...on your purchase of this Go-Video DVD+VCR! WELCOME We know you will enjoy this product for many years to come. In case warranty service is required, please take a moment to attach your receipt to this manual and write down your Serial Number (located on the back panel of the DVD+VCR): __________________________________ . CAUTION: To prevent fire, shock hazard, or annoying interference, use only the recommended accessories. To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the unit cover or back. There are no serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. CUIDADO: Para prevenir incendio, riesgo de choque, of interferencia enfadosa, use solamente los accesorios recomendados. Para prevenir electrochoque, no use este enchufe (polarizado) con un cordón de extensión, toma de corriente, of cualquier otra toma a menos que los dientes puedan ser completamente insertados para prevenir exposición de los dientes. Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, no remueva la cubierta of la parte posterior del DVD+VCR. Dentro del DVD+VCR no hay partes que requieren servicio. Diríjase solamente a personal calificado cuando requiera servicio. AT T E N T I O N : Pour éviter les incendis, risque de chocs, ou interférences fâcheuses, employer seulement les accessoires recommandés. Pour éviter les chocs électriques, ne pas employer cette prise (polarisée) avec une rallonge, une prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant à moins que les lames peuvent être insérées à fond pour l'exposition des lames. Pour réduire les risques de chocs électriques, ne pas retirer le couvercle ou l'arrière du module. Il n'y a pas de pièce utilisable à l'intérieur. Ne faire effectuer l'entretien que par un personnel qualifié. U S E R / I N S TA L L E R C A U T I O N : Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer, who is responsible for compliance with Part 15 FCC rules. N O T E T O C AT V S Y S T E M I N S TA L L E R : This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electronic Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. COPYRIGHT NOTICE Federal law provides severe civil and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or exhibition of copyrighted motion pictures and videotapes. (Title 17, United States Code, Sections 501 and 506). M A C R O V I S I O N N O T I F I C AT I O N This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of fire or electric shock. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this product. Go-Video is a registered trademark of SONIC|blue Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp. DTS is a trademark of DTS Technology, LLC. VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. © Copyright 2001-2002. SONIC|blue Corporation. All rights reserved. TABLE Important Safety Instructions ............................................... iii 1 - GETTING STARTED 1 Unpacking ...................................................................... Basic Connections .......................................................... Auto Setup ..................................................................... Remote Control Setup .................................................... 2 - QUICK TOUR 5 Remote Control .............................................................. 5 DVD Control Keys .......................................................... 6 VCR Control Keys ........................................................... 7 Front Panel ..................................................................... 8 Flap Door ....................................................................... 9 Front Panel Display ...................................................... 10 Rear Panel .................................................................... 11 3 - BASIC OPERATIONS 12 Basic DVD Playback ...................................................... 12 Basic VCR Playback ...................................................... 13 Menu Navigation .......................................................... 14 4 - SPECIAL DVD FEATURES 15 Title/Chapter/Time Selection ....................................... Angle/Zoom ................................................................. Subtitles/Audio/3D Sound ........................................... Repeat Features ........................................................... Bookmarks .................................................................... Random/Programmed Playback ................................... MP3 Playback ............................................................... 5 - VCR RECORDING 22 Basic Recording ............................................................ 22 Record Settings ............................................................ 23 Copying From DVD to VHS .......................................... 24 6 - TIMER RECORDING 25 Timer Recording ........................................................... 25 Timer Recording Errors ................................................. 27 7 - VCR PLUS+ 28 Channel Mapping ......................................................... VCR Plus+ Worksheet ................................................... VCR Plus+ Recording ................................................... VCR Plus+ Timer Extend .............................................. 8 - SEARCH/INDEX 33 About Index Marks ....................................................... 33 Index Search/Scan ........................................................ 34 Special Search Options ................................................ 35 28 29 30 32 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 1 2 3 4 OF CONTENTS Table of Contents i APPENDIX A - ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 36 S-Video/Component Hookup ...................................... Alt Video Out Setting ................................................... A/V Receiver/Stereo Hookup ....................................... Dolby/DTS Decoder Setting ........................................ Other A/V Hookup ....................................................... Cable Box Hookup ....................................................... Alternative Cable Box Hookup ..................................... APPENDIX B - SYSTEM SETTINGS 43 Language Settings ........................................................ Auto Clock Settings ...................................................... Manual Clock Settings .................................................. Daylight Savings Time .................................................. Channel Settings .......................................................... Child Lock ..................................................................... Auto Play/Rewind ......................................................... Front Panel Dimmer ..................................................... APPENDIX C - ADVANCED DVD SETUP 51 TV Aspect Ratio ............................................................ DVD Language Preferences ......................................... Dynamic Compression ................................................. Rating Control Settings ................................................ Changing Password ...................................................... Changing Rating Level ................................................. Still Mode/Black Level .................................................. APPENDIX D - HELP 58 Troubleshooting ........................................................... Technical Specifications ................................................ Warranty ....................................................................... Feature Summary ......................................................... INDEX 63 58 60 61 62 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 ii DVD+VCR User's Guide SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 14. Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug. 15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, provides information with re- PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 10. Ven ...