DVD/VCD COMBO INSTRUCTION MANUAL DVDV100 - The region code of this DVD/Video player for home use, is region "4" or ALL. If you insert a disc with another region code, it will not operate. Please only use a region code 4 or ALL disc. is a "DO NOT" mark. If this mark is displayed when operating the product, please wait for a while, then try it again. If the " DO NOT" mark continues to be displayed when pressing a button, it means the button does not function in the currently played disc. - Select and press a product button on the REMOTE then use the product. DVD operation: [DVD] button Video operation: [VCR] button . . Product information Contents Product Information Important Safeguards ....................................... Advantages of This Product Are ...................... Read Carefully before Using ............................ Identification of Controls ................................... Remote Control ................................................ 2 5 6 7 9 DVD Operation Playing a desired scene ...................................... 33 Confirming the current PLAY mode on screen ... 36 Selecting an AUDIO language, SUBTITLE language and 3D AUDIO .................................................... 37 Selecting ZOOM and Multi Angle ....................... 38 About MP3 discs ................................................. 39 Displaying menus in a disc ................................. 40 Installation Connecting up your player with RF lead............ 10 Connecting with other VCR or camcorder ........ 12 Connecting with Audio ...................................... 14 Connecting to a television with component jack and a Dolby Digital Amp ............................................. 15 Set-up Language Setup ................................................. 40 Video Setup, Audio Setup .................................. 41 Others Setup ....................................................... 42 Basic Operation Initial set-up and tuning .................................... 16 Setting time and date / OSD ON & OFF ........... 18 Output Select .................................................... 19 DVD Playback .................................................. 20 VCR Playback .................................................. 21 Recording ......................................................... 22 The others About DVD .......................................................... Basic information about VCR and Videotape ..... Before doubting about troubles (VCR)................ Before doubting about troubles (DVD) ............... Specifications ...................................................... 43 45 46 48 49 VCR Operation Tuning in New Stations ..................................... 24 Timer Recording ............................................... 26 More Functions ................................................. 28 Connections and Assembling ........................... 31 1 Important Safeguards CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICEING TO QUALIFIED SERCIVE PRESONAL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, 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 a risk of electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. . . . IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS LASER: This Digital Video Disc Player employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorised service location - see service procedure. Use of control adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated. DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM. DANGER: Visible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or CLASS 1 defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. LASER PRODUCT CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: Any changes or modification in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. . . . Make sure the unit should be placed at least 8cm apart from the other home appliances or the obstacles to get sufficient ventilation. This unit shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on this unit. Switching it of f does not disconnect it from the mains (stand-by). To disconnect it from the mains, you have to unplug it. 2 Product information Important Safeguards surfaces may cause the product and cart This set has been designed and manufactured to assure combination to overturn. personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures 9 VENTILATION Slots and openings in the case are provided for for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the unit transistorised and does not contain any parts that can be and to protect it from overheating. These openings repaired by the user. must not be blocked or covered. These openings must not be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, 1 READ INSTRUCTIONS sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should All the safety and operating instructions should be never be placed near or over a radiator or heat read before the unit is operated. radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper 2 RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's The safety and operating instructions should be instructions have been adhered to. retained for future reference. 3 HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5 CLEANING Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 10 POWER SOURCES This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 11 GROUNDING OR POLARISATION This unit is equipped with a polarised 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 6 ATTACHMENTS plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If Do not use attachments unless recommended by the unit's manufacturer as they may cause hazards. the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarised plug with an 7 WATER AND MOISTURE extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the Do not use this unit near water- for example, near a blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in If you need an extension cord, use a polarised cord. a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. PORTABLE CART WARNING 12 POWER-CORD PROTECTION 8 ACCESSORIES (symbol provided by RETAC) Power-supply cords should be routed so that they Do not place this unit on an are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items unstable cart, stand, tripod, placed upon or against them, paying particular bracket, or table. The unit may attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, fall, causing serious injury to and the point where they exit from the unit. a child or adult as well as serious damage to the unit. Use this unit only with a cart, stand , tripod, bracket, or table recommended 13 LIGHTNING by the manufacturer. For added protection for this unit during a lightning 8A storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for A unit and cart combination should be moved with long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven 3 and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges. 14 DISC TRAY Keep your fingers well clear of the disc as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury. 15 OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets of extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16 OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Never push objects of any kind into this unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or "short-out" parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit. 17 BURDEN Do not place a heavy object on or step on the product. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the product. to restore the unit to its normal operation. E. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service. 21 REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the unit manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22 SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the unit is in safe operating condition. 23 WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 18 DISC 24 HEAT Do not use a cracked, deformed or repaired disc. The product should be situated away from heat These discs are easily broken and may cause serious sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or personal injury and product malfunction. other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 19 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions. A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. C. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician 4 Product information Advantages of This Product Are ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DVD, VCD, CD, CD-R (MP3), CD-RW, VHS. DVD one-touch record function. Watching DVD for recording broadcast. Integrated remote control (VCR, DVD). VISS function. Multiplex sound playback/record. High Sound Quality of 6 head Hi-Fi. Simple record function. MP3 file playback function (CD-R disc having records of MP3 files). GUI (Graphical User Interface) through. OSD (On Screen Display). Various TV aspect (DVD) 4 languages OSD (On Screen Display) function (DVD). 4:3 for Pan and Scan, 4:3 for Letter Box, and 16:9 for Wide. Repeat playback (title, chapter, and part for DVD/ track, disc, and part for VCD/CD). Selective Play (DVD/VCD/CD). You can select and play the desired title / chapter of DVD and track of Video CD/CD in STOP mode. . . . . . . . . . . . By using the [DISPLAY] button on the remote control, information on the DVD/VCD/CD player and disc, can be displayed on the TV screen. Screensaver function (DVD). 3D sound (3D sound effect using 2 speakers) High bit / High sampling with 27MHz / 10bit video encoder. High bit / High sampling with 96MHz / 24bit Audio D/A Converter. Coaxial, Optical digital Audio output (PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS). You can enjoy high-level digital audio by connecting with amp embedded with ...