User manual GOVIDEO DVR5000 - Product Manual

DVR5000 USER'S GUIDE SSC-DVR5000 Go-Video is a registered trademark of Sensory Science Corporation. Dolby, Pro Logic, 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 ©2000 Sensory Science Corp. All rights reserved. DVR5000 User's Guide Go-Video, Inc. A Division of Sensory Science Corp. 7835 East McClain Drive Scottsdale, Arizona USA 85260 www.govideo.com www.sensoryscience.com WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not open the cabinet; dangerous high voltage is present. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. This DVD-VCR should only be used with 120V, 60Hz (standard U.S. household) current. Copy Notification 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). 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. WARNING: TO AVOID HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE TO INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION, DO NOT OPEN OR REMOVE/ DEFEAT LASER TRANSPORT PROTECTIVE HOUSING. Macrovision Notification 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. CUIDADO: Para prevenir incendio, riesgo de choque, o interferencia enfadosa, use solamente los accesorios recomendados. Para prevenir electrochoque, no use este enchufe (polarizado) con un cordón de extensión, toma de corriente, o 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 o la parte posterior del equipo. Dentro del equipo no hay partes que requieren servicio. Diríjase solamente a personal calificado cuando requiera servicio. USER/INSTALLER CAUTION: 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. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: 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. ATTENTION: 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. 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. Table of Contents Safety v Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. v Welcome 1 Unpacking .......................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Feature Summary ................................................................................................................................................................ 2 1 - System Overview 3 Remote Control Overview .................................................................................................................................................. 3 Front Panel Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 4 Front Panel Display ............................................................................................................................................................ 5 Rear Panel .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6 2 - Getting Started 7 Basic Connections .............................................................................................................................................................. 7 Auto Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9 3 - Basic Operation 11 Deck Control Keys ............................................................................................................................................................ 11 Basic DVD Playback ........................................................................................................................................................ 12 Basic VHS Playback ......................................................................................................................................................... 13 Basic TV Tuner Operations ............................................................................................................................................... 14 4 - System Setup 15 On-Screen Menu Navigation ............................................................................................................................................ 15 Menu Language ................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Manual Clock Set ............................................................................................................................................................. 17 Daylight Savings Time ...................................................................................................................................................... 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS i Time Zone ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20 Auto Clock Set Channel ................................................................................................................................................... 21 Tuner Band Setting ............................................................................................................................................................ 22 Auto Channel Search ........................................................................................................................................................ 23 Add/Remove Channels ..................................................................................................................................................... 24 Show Weak Channels ....................................................................................................................................................... 25 Tuner Audio ...................................................................................................................................................................... 26 Child Lock ........................................................................................................................................................................ 27 Front Panel Dimmer ......................................................................................................................................................... 28 5 - DVD Setup 29 TV Aspect Ratio ................................................................................................................................................................ 29 Still Mode ......................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Black Level ....................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Audio Language ................................................................................................................................................................ 32 Subtitle Language ............................................................................................................................................................. 33 Disc Menu Language ........................................................................................................................................................ 34 Dynamic Compression ..................................................................................................................................................... 35 Rating Control Settings ..................................................................................................................................................... 36 Changing the Rating Control Password ............................................................................................................................ 38 6 - Surround Sound Setup 39 A/V Receiver Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 39 Dolby Digital Decoder Setting ......................................................................................................................................... 40 DTS Decoder Setting ........................................................................................................................................................ 41 Speaker Setup Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 42 Front Speaker/Subwoofer Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 44 Center/Rear Speaker Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 46 Testing Your Speaker Levels .............................................................................................................................................. 48 ii DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE 7 - DVD Operations 49 Special Playback Features ................................................................................................................................................ 49 Disc Menu Navigation ...................................................................................................................................................... 51 Title/Chapter/Time Selection ............................................................................................................................................. 52 Zoom ................................................................................................................................................................................ 53 Angle ................................................................................................................................................................................ 54 Subtitle ............................................................................................................................................................................. 55 A-B Repeat ....................................................................................................................................................................... 56 Repeat Chapter/Title ......................................................................................................................................................... 57 Audio ................................................................................................................................................................................ 58 Bookmarks ........................................................................................................................................................................ 59 Programmed Playback ...................................................................................................................................................... 60 Random Playback ............................................................................................................................................................. 61 MP3 Playback ................................................................................................................................................................... 62 3D Sound ......................................................................................................................................................................... 64 8 - VCR Playback 65 Special Playback Features ................................................................................................................................................ 65 Tracking ............................................................................................................................................................................ 66 Auto Play/Rewind ............................................................................................................................................................. 67 S-VHS Playback ................................................................................................................................................................ 68 9 - VCR Recording 69 Basic Recording ................................................................................................................................................................ 69 Special Recording Features ............................................................................................................................................... 70 One-Touch Recording (OTR) ............................................................................................................................................ 71 Record Speed ................................................................................................................................................................... 72 Record Source .................................................................................................................................................................. 73 Date/Time Stamp .............................................................................................................................................................. 74 Copying from DVD To VHS .............................................................................................................................................. 75 TABLE OF CONTENTS iii 10 - Timer Recording 77 How to Set a Timer Recording .......................................................................................................................................... 77 Timer Recording Errors/Solutions ...................................................................................................................................... 82 11 - VCR Plus+ Recording 83 VCR Plus+ Channel Mapping ........................................................................................................................................... 83 VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet ........................................................................................................................................ 84 How to Set a VCR Plus+ Recording .................................................................................................................................. 85 VCR Plus+ Timer Extend ................................................................................................................................................... 88 12 - Search/Index Features 89 The Clock/Counter Button ................................................................................................................................................ 89 Placing Index Marks ......................................................................................................................................................... 90 Index Scan ........................................................................................................................................................................ 91 Index Search ..................................................................................................................................................................... 92 Blank Search ..................................................................................................................................................................... 93 Direct Time Search ........................................................................................................................................................... 94 Return to 0:00:00 ............................................................................................................................................................. 95 Appendix A - Advanced Connections 97 S-Video/Component Video Connections (for DVD) .......................................................................................................... 97 Alt Video Out Setting ........................................................................................................................................................ 98 Stereo Connections ........................................................................................................................................................... 99 Monitor TV Connections ................................................................................................................................................ 100 Connecting Other Video Equipment ............................................................................................................................... 101 Cable Box Connections .................................................................................................................................................. 102 Cable Box Control Setup ................................................................................................................................................ 104 Appendix B - Help 109 Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 109 DVD-VCR Limited Warranty .......................................................................................................................................... 111 iv DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Safety Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the DVD-VCR is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the DVD-VCR and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. CLEANING - Unplug this DVD-VCR from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for dusting cabinet. ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer, as they may be hazardous. WATER & MOISTURE - Do not use this DVD-VCR near water--for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or the like. ACCESSORIES - Do not place this DVD-VCR on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The DVD-VCR may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the DVD-VCR. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 8a. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 9. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the DVD-VCR and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your VCR on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, on or near a radiator or heat register. This DVD-VCR should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. POWER SOURCES - This DVD-VCR should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company. 11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This DVD-VCR may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding plug having a third (grounding) pin. The 2-wire polarized 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 still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the DVD-VCR. 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the DVD-VCR, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure below. SAFETY v 14. LIGHTNING - For added protection of this DVD-VCR during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the DVD-VCR due to lightning and power line surges. 15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 16. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS - Never push objects of any kind into this DVD-VCR through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the unit. Should spillage occur, unplug the DVD-VCR and have it checked by a technician before use. 18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this DVD-VCR yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to a dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this DVD-VCR from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If any liquid has been spilled onto or objects have fallen into the DVD-VCR. c. If the DVD-VCR has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the DVD-VCR does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the DVD-VCR to its normal operation. e. If the DVD-VCR has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the DVD-VCR exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for service. 20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 21. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this DVD-VCR ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the DVD-VCR is in safe operating order. 22. HEAT - This DVD-VCR should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. vi DUAL-DECK USER'S GUIDE Welcome Unpacking 1 Unpack your DVD-VCR As you unpack, please check that the following items are included in your DVD-VCR packing case: · DVD-VCR (1) · Read Me First/Quick Reference Guide (1) · Warranty/Registration Card (1) · User's Guide (1) · Cable Mouse for Cable Box Control (1) · RF (Radio Frequency) Antenna Cable (1) · Remote Control (1) · 1.5V "AA" Batteries (2) 2 Insert Remote Control Batteries · Remove the battery cover by pushing down on the thumb tab and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. · Insert two 1.5V "AA" batteries as shown, paying attention to the correct polarities (+/­). · When finished, slide the cover until it clicks back into place. WELCOME 1 Feature Summary System Features · Complete versatility to play DVD, VCDs, audio CDs or VHS Tapes. · Watch a DVD while recording a TV show to the VCR. · Auto Setup automatically sets clock and searches for channels. · A/V switching between TV, VCR and DVD deck with TV view button for ease of use. · Joystick remote with glow-in-the-dark keys controls both DVD and VCR decks. · Composite, S-Video and Component video outputs for high connectivity and optimum performance. · Cable box control allows hookup and control of user's cable box for timer recording. · Headphone jack with volume control. · RF inputs and outputs for connection to all TVs­new or old. · Child Lock. · English/French/Spanish on-screen programming. · Records from DVD to VHS (unless DVD is copy protected with Macrovision). DVD Features · 10-bit video digital to analog converter and 27MHz advanced digital filter. · Playback of 96KHz/24-bit sources. · Dolby Digital® 5.1 channel Surround Sound decoder. · dts digital output for dts-enhanced DVDs. · Playback MP3 files from CD-ROM. · Compatible with CD-R. · Continued audio during 2x speed playback. VCR Features · Hi-Fi Stereo VCR. · 4 heads for superior slow motion and stop action. · VCR Plus+ C3TM programs your VCR, cable box and satellite in one easy step. · Playback of S-VHS tapes at better than standard resolution. · VISS Index Search/Scan, Zero Return, Direct Time Search, Blank Search. · 16-event/1 year timer recording. · Time remaining counter, real time counter. · Headphone jack with volume control. 2 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE 1 - System Overview Remote Control Overview 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 POWER (p.11) AUTO TRACKING (p.66) TRACKING +/­ (p.66) VOLUME +/­ (p.14) S-VHS (p.68) MUTE (p.14) 100+ (p.14) 0-9 (p.14) DVD (p.11) REWIND (p.49, 65) 18 RETURN (p.15) CLOCK/COUNTER (p.89) 19 OPEN/CLOSE (p.12) 20 SHUTTLE <> (p.65) 21 CHANNEL +/­ (p.14) 22 SKIP (p.65) 23 LAST CHANNEL (p.14) 24 TV/VCR (p.14) 25 VCR (p.11) 26 TV VIEW (p.11) 27 FAST-FORWARD (p.49, 65) 28 PLAY/PAUSE (p.12, 13) 29 SKIP NEXT (p.49) FRAME/STEP (p.65) 30 SUBTITLE (p.55) 31 AUDIO (p.26, 58) 32 DISPLAY (p.14, 52, 65) 33 MENU (p.51) 34 CLEAR (p.15) 35 AB REPEAT (p.56) REPEAT (p.57, 65) MODE (p.60, 61) 10 STOP (p.50) 11 SKIP BACK (p.49, 65) RECORD (p.69) 12 ANGLE (p.54) VCR Plus+ (p.85) 13 ZOOM (p.53) SP/SLP (p.72) 14 SETUP (p.15) 15 JOYSTICK (p.15, 51) 16 TITLE (p.51) 17 SEARCH (p.91) MARK (p.59, 90) 1 - SYSTEM OVERVIEW 3 Front Panel Overview 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 DVD DECK (p.11) DVD OPEN/CLOSE (p.12) VCR DECK (p.11) RECORD (p.69) VCR EJECT (p.13) POWER (p.11) REWIND (p.49, 65) PLAY/PAUSE (p.12, 13) STOP (p.50) 10 FAST-FORWARD (p.49, 65) 11 DVD-VHS SELECT (p.11) 12 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY (p.5) 13 COPY (p.75) 14 CHANNEL +/­ (p.14) 15 SETUP (p.15) 16 TV/VCR (p.14) 17 HEADPHONE VOLUME +/­ 18 STEREO HEADPHONE JACK 19 LINE 1 COMPOSITE VIDEO JACK 20 LINE 1 LEFT AUDIO JACK 21 LINE 1 RIGHT AUDIO JACK Behind Flap Door 4 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Front Panel Display When lit, indicates that... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 The DVD Deck is active A DVD, CD, VCD, or SVCD is loaded A disc with LPCM (Linear Pulse Code Modulation) audio is loaded A DVD with a Dolby Digital 5.1 is loaded A DVD with a DTS 5.1 soundtrack is loaded The time, counter position, time remaining, or current deck status is displayed The current TV show or video is broadcast in Stereo The Hi-Fi track of a VHS tape is playing A Timer Recording is programmed or in progress. If blinking there is an error. Also displays without the clock hands to indicate that a recording is in progress, and blinks when the VCR is in Pause mode. 10 The VCR Record Speed is set to SP or SLP 11 The VCR Deck is active 12 The status of the DVD deck is graphically displayed 13 3D Sound is active 14 The DVD has multiple angles to choose from 15 A CD with MP3 tracks is playing 16 The number to the right of the "T" symbol is the current title number 17 The number to the right of the "C" symbol is the current chapter number 18 The current time is a.m. or p.m. 19 DVD to VHS copy is in progress 20 The status of the VCR deck is graphically displayed 8 9 1 - SYSTEM OVERVIEW 5 Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RF ANTENNA INPUT RF OUT TO TV VCR TUNER CHANNEL SELECTOR LINE IN 2 LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE) LINE OUT TO TV (S-VIDEO OR COMPONENT) CABLE BOX CONTROL COMPONENT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT 10 ANALOG AUDIO OUT 11 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) 12 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(COAXIAL) 6 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE 2 - Getting Started Basic Connections In this chapter, you will connect the DVD-VCR to your television and run Auto Setup, which automatically searches for channels and sets the player's internal clock. NOTES: · Advanced Connections are covered in Appendix A. · Even if you plan to use the S-Video or Component Video Outputs you MUST connect the DVD-VCR to your television with either the standard RF or the Line Out connection. This enables you to operate the DVD-VCR setup menus. 1 Connect Antenna/Cable to DVD-VCR Connect the RF antenna cable from your indoor/outdoor antenna or cable wall outlet to the IN (FROM ANT.) jack on the back panel of the DVD-VCR. From Antenna or Cable 2 Connect DVD-VCR to TV Choose one of the following methods to connect the DVD-VCR to your TV: To TV's Antenna Input RF Connection Connect the supplied RF antenna cable from the OUT (TO TV) jack on the back panel of the DVD-VCR to your television's Antenna Input. OR Line Connection To TV's Line Connect an RCA-type audio/video cable (red, white, yellow) from the Line Out jacks on the back panel of the Input DVD­VCR to your television's Line In jacks. Use red for right audio, white for left audio, and yellow for video. NOTE: It is recommended that you use the Line Connection if your TV is equipped with RCA jacks. 3 Set DVD-VCR Output Channel If you used the RF connection in Step 2, set the Channel switch on the back panel of the DVD-VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is not an active channel in your area. 2 - GETTING STARTED 7 4 Plug In DVD-VCR Connect the DVD-VCR power cord to a standard 120V/ 60Hz wall outlet. 5 Turn On DVD-VCR Press the Power button on the remote control or on the DVD­VCR's front panel. 6 Turn On TV Press the Power button on your TV. 7 Set TV to Channel 3 or 4 or Line Be sure to use the same channel you selected in Step 3. If you used the Line Connection, set your TV to its Line Input. The "Language/Langue/Idioma" menu should appear on the screen. Please continue with Auto Setup on the following page. 8 DUAL-DECK USER'S GUIDE Auto Setup The first time you connect your DVD-VCR, or after an extended power outage, you will be prompted to set the on-screen menu language and connect an Antenna or Cable. Then the DVD-VCR will run an Auto Setup procedure, where it will automatically search for all active channels and set the clock. 1 2 Set the On-Screen Menu Language Press 1, 2, or 3 to select English, French, or Spanish. To change the language at any other time, see page 16. Antenna/Cable Reminder A message is displayed to remind you to connect an Antenna or Cable if you have not already done so. Press Enter to begin Auto Setup. 3 Run Auto Setup As soon as you press Enter, the screen at right will appear and the DVD-VCR will automatically perform the following steps: · Auto Channel Search -- Automatically detects whether an antenna or cable is connected, then searches for all active channels in your area. If Auto Channel Search is unable to locate channels in your area, you can search and add channels manually; see pages 23-24. · Auto Clock Set -- Sets the DVD-VCR's internal clock. If Auto Clock Set is unable to find a channel to set the clock, you can set the clock manually; see page 17. 2 - GETTING STARTED 9 This procedure may take a few minutes to complete. When finished, the DVD-VCR will tune to the lowest channel found. 4 Auto Setup is Complete! Please proceed to Chapter 3 for an introduction to the basic operations of the DVD-VCR. 10 DUAL-DECK USER'S GUIDE 3 - Basic Operation Deck Control Keys The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck. Power Button Press the Power button on the remote control or front panel to turn on the DVD-VCR. DVD Button Press the DVD button on the remote control when you want to control the DVD deck. · The DVD indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show that the DVD deck is selected. VCR Button Press the VCR button on the remote control when you want to control the VCR deck. · The VCR indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show that the VHS deck is selected. DVD-VHS Toggle Press the DVD-VHS button on the front panel to toggle control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck. The TV View Key Press the TV View key repeatedly to cycle through all of your input sources, including the DVD, VCR, Tuner (Ch##), Line 1 (front AV input), and Line 2 (rear AV input). 3 - BASIC OPERATION 11 Basic DVD Playback Follow these instructions to playback a DVD. 1 2 3 4 Open Disc Drawer Press the Open/Close button on the remote control or front panel to automatically power on the DVD-VCR and open the disc drawer. Insert Disc Place the disc in the drawer with the label side of the disc facing up. If the disc has two sides, orient the disc with the desired label facing up. Label side up Close Disc Drawer Press the Open/Close button on the remote control or front panel to close the disc drawer. · Make sure the DVD deck is selected. Play the DVD Press the Play/Pause button on the remote control or front panel. · Many discs will begin playback automatically when the disc drawer closes. · If the DVD has a disc menu, or more than one title, the disc menu may appear. 5 12 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Additional DVD Options · For advanced DVD Setup options, see Chapter 5. · For Surround Sound Setup, see Chapter 6. · For special DVD Playback features, see Chapter 7. Basic VHS Playback To play a videotape, simply insert it in the VHS deck and press the Play button. Tapes without Record Safety Tabs can be set to play automatically when inserted; see page 67. 1 2 3 4 5 Insert VHS Tape Insert a standard VHS videotape into the VHS Deck. · Power will turn on automatically when you insert a videotape. Play Tape Press the Play/Pause button on the remote control or front panel. If the tape is missing the Record Safety Tab and Auto Play is turned on, the tape will begin to play automatically, see page 67. Stop Playback Press the Stop button on the remote control or front panel. Eject Tape Press the Open/Close button on the remote control or the Eject button on the front panel. Additional VCR Options · · · · For special VCR Playback features, see Chapter 8. For VCR Recording features, see Chapter 9. For Timer Recording features, see Chapter 10. For VCR Plus+ Recording features, see Chapter 11. 3 - BASIC OPERATION 13 Basic TV Tuner Operations The following buttons are used when watching television via the DVD-VCR's built-in TV tuner. TV/VCR Press to switch between your TV's tuner and the VCR's internal tuner. Last Channel Press to jump directly to the previously viewed channel. Channel Up/Down Press to change to the next or previous channel. Volume/Mute Press to adjust the volume of the program you are watching. Press Mute to toggle the sound on and off. · Also works in DVD and VCR mode. 0-9 Buttons Press to select channels directly. Display Press to display the channel you are watching. 100+ Button Press to select channels 100 and higher. First, press the 100+ button, then press the remaining digits using the 0-9 keys. · Also works in DVD and VCR mode. 14 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE 4 - System Setup On-Screen Menu Navigation The on-screen menu system allows you to set all functions for your DVD-VCR. The following keys are used to open and navigate through the on-screen menu system. Setup Button Press to access the DVD-VCR on-screen menu system. Enter Button Press to confirm settings in certain menus. Return Button Joystick Up/Down Moves menu selection arrow up and down to cycle through menu options Returns to the last menu viewed or exits the menu system. Clear Button The Setup Menu is the opening screen of the onscreen menu system Joystick Right Selects or changes menu options. Clears Menu options on certain screens. Front Panel Menu Buttons Joystick Left Moves backward through menu options on certain screens. The following front panel buttons can also be used to control the menu system: · Setup (behind flap door) = Setup & Return · Play/Pause = Joystick up · Stop = Joystick down · Rewind = Joystick left · Fast-Forward = Joystick right 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 15 Menu Language Follow these steps to change the on-screen menu language to English, French or Spanish. 1 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. 2 Set "Language/Langue/Idioma" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "Language/Langue/Idioma," then push right repeatedly to translate the menu screen into English, French or Spanish. English Setup Menu French Setup Menu Spanish Setup Menu 16 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Manual Clock Set If Auto Setup was unable to find a local TV station to set the DVD-VCR's internal clock, follow these instructions to set the date/time manually. NOTE: It is important to set the clock for accurate Timer Recording and VCR Plus Recording. 1 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. 2 Select "Set Clock" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "Set Clock," then push right to select. 3 Turn Off "Auto Clock Set" Move the selection arrow to "Auto Clock Set," then push right to turn this feature "Off." · The "Set Clock Menu" will change as shown. 4 Select "Set Clock" Move the selection arrow to "Set Clock," then push right to select. 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 17 5 Set the Clock Push the joystick left/right to select each of the following options, then push up/down (or use the 0-9 keys) to set each option: · Set Month ­ Enter the month as a 2-digit number; i.e. for January, press "01". · Set Year ­ Enter the year as a 2-digit number; i.e. for 2000, press "00". · Set Day ­ Enter the day as a 2-digit number; i.e. for the ninth, press "09". · Set Hour ­Enter the hour as a 2-digit number; i.e. for 12:00, press "12". · Set Minute ­Enter the minute as a 2-digit number; i.e. for 00:25, press "25". · Set AM/PM ­ Enter 1 for AM and 2 for PM. 6 Confirm Settings Press the Return button to save your clock settings and return to the Setup menu. · Press Return again to exit. 18 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Daylight Savings Time You can set the DVD-VCR to adjust for Daylight Savings Time. Use this feature only if Auto Clock Set has incorrectly set the time. NOTE: If you are an Arizona resident, turn Daylight Savings Time off and choose Mountain Standard Time on page 20. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "Set Clock" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "Set Clock," then push right to select. 3 Set "Daylight Savings" Move the selection arrow to "Daylight Savings," then push right to select from the following options: · Auto - Uses Auto Clock Set information to determine if your area adjusts for Daylight Savings Time. · On - The DVD-VCR's clock will adjust for Daylight Savings Time on the first Sunday in April and the last Sunday in October. · Off - No Daylight Savings Time adjustments will be made. 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 19 Time Zone You can manually set the Time Zone for your region. Use this feature only if Auto Clock Set has incorrectly set the time by detecting a nearby time zone. NOTE: If you are an Arizona resident, choose Mountain Standard Time and turn Daylight Savings Time off. 1 2 3 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "Set Clock" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "Set Clock," then push right to select. Turn On "Auto Clock Set" Move the selection arrow to "Auto Clock Set," then push right to turn this feature "On." · The "Set Clock Menu" will change as shown. 4 Set "Time Zone" Move the selection arrow to "Time Zone," then push right to select from the following options: · Auto - Selects the Time Zone found during Auto Setup. · Eastern - Eastern Standard Time. · Central - Central Standard Time. · Mountain - Mountain Standard Time. · Pacific - Pacific Standard Time. · Alaska - Alaska Standard Time. · Hawaii - Hawaii Standard Time. 20 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Auto Clock Set Channel If you know a station in your area that broadcasts time information, you can set the Auto Clock Set Channel manually. For example, your local PBS station will usually transmit the time and date. Use this feature only if Auto Clock Set has set the time incorrectly. 1 2 3 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "Set Clock" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "Set Clock," then push right to select. Turn On "Auto Clock Set" Move the selection arrow to "Auto Clock Set," then push right to turn this feature "On." · The "Set Clock Menu" will change as shown. 4 Set "Clock Set Channel" Move the selection arrow to "Clock Set Channel," then push right to select from the following options: · Auto - Automatically seeks a station which broadcasts the time. · Ch## - Sets the DVD-VCR to search for a specific station. Use the 0-9 keys to set the channel. · Line 1 - Searches for the time from a device connected to the front Line 1 inputs. · Line 2 - Searches for the time from a device connected to the rear Line 2 inputs. 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 21 Tuner Band Setting This feature allows you to manually set the DVD-VCR's tuner band to Antenna or Cable, whichever you connected to the Antenna In jack during initial setup. · Use this setting only if Auto Setup detected the incorrect tuner band, i.e. channels are coming in on the wrong channel numbers. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "VCR & Channel Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "VCR & Channel Setup," then push right to select. 3 4 Select "Channel Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Channel Setup," then push right to select. Select "Tuner Band" Move the selection arrow to "Tuner Band," then push right to select from the following options: · Auto - Automatically detects the Tuner Band. · Antenna - Indicates that the DVD-VCR is connected to an indoor or outdoor VHF/UHF antenna. · Cable - Indicates that the DVD-VCR is connected to either Community Antenna Television (i.e., cable TV without a cable box). 22 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Auto Channel Search Auto Channel Search will automatically seek and store all active channels in your area. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "VCR & Channel Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "VCR & Channel Setup," then push right to select. 3 4 Select "Channel Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Channel Setup," then push right to select. Run "Auto Channel Search" Move the selection arrow to "Auto Channel Search," then push right to select. · The DVD-VCR will automatically search for all available channels in the selected Tuner Band. This procedure may take a few minutes to complete. · When finished, the lowest channel found will be displayed. 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 23 Add/Remove Channels Use this feature if Auto Channel Search missed a channel that you would like to add, or added a channel you wish to remove. 1 2 3 4 5 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "VCR & Channel Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "VCR & Channel Setup," then push right to select. Select "Channel Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Channel Setup," then push right to select. Select Channel to Add/Remove Use the 0­9 keys to tune in the channel number you wish to add or remove. Select "Add/Remove Channel" Move the selection arrow to "Add/Remove Channel," then push right to add/remove the channel from your channel list. · Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add or remove additional channels. 24 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Show Weak Channels The "Show Weak Channels" feature allows you to view channels with weak reception rather than substitute a blue screen. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "VCR & Channel Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "VCR & Channel Setup," then push right to select. 3 4 Select "Channel Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Channel Setup," then push right to select. Select "Show Weak Channels" Move the selection arrow to "Show Weak Channels," then push right to select from the following options: · No - Channels with poor reception will be replaced by a blue screen. · Yes - Channels with poor reception will be displayed. 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 25 Tuner Audio Today most television programs are broadcast in stereo. However, there are times you may wish to set the Tuner Audio to Mono, Stereo, SAP, or TV+SAP. 1 Display Tuner Audio Status Press the Audio button while the TV View is set to the Tuner (i.e., you are watching TV). · The current Tuner Audio status will appear in the upper right corner of the screen. 2 Select Tuner Audio Push the joystick up/down to select from the following options, then press Enter to select: · Mono - Monaural (single-channel) audio. Combines the left and right audio signals into one channel. Use when connecting the VCR to a Mono output device, such as a monitor. · Stereo - Two-channel MTS stereo sound split into left and right channels. When a show is not broadcast in stereo, the sound reverts to Mono. · SAP - Second Audio Program. Optional audio signal, often used to transmit a second language, news, or weather broadcasts. · TV+SAP - Delivers Mono from the left channel and Second Audio Program (SAP) from the right channel. This is useful if you want to listen to a second language with headphones while the primary language is played through your TV speakers. NOTE: Only audio selections which are available for the selected TV program will be displayed. 26 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Child Lock To prevent children from tampering with the DVD-VCR, Child Lock disables all front panel keys so the DVD-VCR can only be operated with the remote control. 1 Open the "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. 2 Select "Child Lock" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "Child Lock," then push right to select from the following options: · Off - Child Lock is disabled. The front panel keys are fully functional. · On ­ Child Lock is enabled. The front panel keys are locked. You will need the remote control to disable Child Lock and resume normal front panel operation. 4 - SYSTEM SETUP 27 Front Panel Dimmer You can set the Front Panel Display to be bright all the time, dim all the time, dim between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., or off. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "VCR & Channel Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "VCR & Channel Setup," then push right to select. 3 Set "Panel Display" Move the selection arrow to "Panel Display," then push right to select from the following options: · Auto - Front Panel Display will dim automatically during DVD playback, and between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.; otherwise, it will be bright. · Bright ­ Front Panel Display will be bright all the time. · Dim ­ Front Panel Display will be dim all the time. · Off ­ Front Panel Display will be off. 28 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE 5 - DVD Setup TV Aspect Ratio Set the aspect ratio (length x width) of your TV screen so the DVD player will display movies at the appropriate size for your television. Choose from standard, letterbox, or widescreen format. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "DVD Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "DVD Setup," then push right to select. 3 Set "TV Aspect Ratio" Move the selection arrow to "TV Aspect Ratio," then push right to select from the following options: · 4:3PS - 4:3 Pan & Scan. The familiar way of watching VHS movies, this method selectively crops (by panning and scanning to keep the most important part of the picture visible) wide screen movies to fit a standard 4:3 television screen. · 4:3LB ­ 4:3 Letterbox. This method displays the full width of the widescreen movie on a standard 4:3 television. As a result, black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. · 16:9 ­ 16:9 Widescreen. This method allows you to view the full 16:9 picture on a widescreen television. 5 - DVD SETUP 29 Still Mode The Still Mode feature lets you set the default method of freezing a single image on the screen during DVD playback. How it Works Because each frame of a standard NTSC video image is made up of two fields (odd and even scan lines), there are two ways to freeze an image during DVD playback: · Frame - Freezes both the odd and even scan lines that make up a single frame. Excellent for graphic detail, but may cause jitter in high motion scenes. · Field - Doubles either the odd or the even scan lines. Prevents jitter, but at the sacrifice of fine detail. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "DVD Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "DVD Setup," then push right to select. 3 Set "Still Mode" Move the selection arrow to "Still Mode," then push right to select from the following options: · Auto - Selects Still Mode automatically by detecting motion in the scene. · Frame ­ Select if you want to see fine text more clearly than in Auto mode. · Field ­ Select if the screen shakes in Auto mode. 30 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Black Level The Black Level feature adjusts the reference level of black in the video signal to one of two choices: · High - Standard NTSC black level. Yields consistent contrast through all sources. · Low - Enhanced black level. For increased contrast during DVD playback. 1 2 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "DVD Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "DVD Setup," then push right to select. 3 Set "Black Level" Move the selection arrow to "Black Level," then push right to select from the following options: · High - Standard NTSC reference Black Level for consistent brightness/contrast across all sources. · Low ­ Enhanced Black Level for increased brightness/contrast when viewing DVDs. 5 - DVD SETUP 31 Audio Language Follow these steps to choose your preferred language for DVD audio soundtracks. The DVD-VCR will automatically default to the language you choose if it is available on a given DVD. 1 2 3 4 5 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "DVD Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "DVD Setup," then push right to select. Select "Language/Audio Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Language/Audio Setup," then push right to select. Select "Audio" Move the selection arrow to "Audio," then push right to select. Set "Audio Language" Preference Move the selection arrow to your preferred language for DVD audio soundtracks, then push Enter to select. If you do not see the audio language that you wish, select "More..." to display additional choices. 32 DVD-VCR USER'S GUIDE Subtitle Language Follow these steps to choose your preferred language for DVD subtitles. The DVD-VCR will automatically default to the language you choose if it is available on a given DVD. 1 2 3 4 5 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "DVD Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "DVD Setup," then push right to select. Select "Language/Audio Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Language/Audio Setup," then push right to select. Select "Subtitle" Move the selection arrow to "Subtitle," then push right to select. Set "Subtitle Language" Preference Move the selection arrow to your preferred language for DVD subtitles, then push Enter to select. If you do not see the subtitle language that you wish, select "More..." to display additional choices. 5 - DVD SETUP 33 Disc Menu Language Follow these steps to choose your preferred language for DVD disc menus. The DVDVCR will automatically default to the language you choose if it is available on a given DVD. 1 2 3 4 5 Open "Setup Menu" Press the Setup button. Select "DVD Setup" Using the joystick, move the selection arrow to "DVD Setup," then push right to select. Select "Language/Audio Setup" Move the selection arrow to "Language/Audio Setup," then push right to select. Select "Disc Menu" Move the selection arrow to "Disc Menu," then push right to select. Set "Disc Menu Language" Preference Move the selection arrow to your preferred language for DVD disc menus, then push Enter to select. If you do not see the Disc Menu language that you wish, select "More..." to display additional choices.