TV/DVD User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Important Information This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK accessible parts. When servicing use only identical DO NOT OPEN replacement parts. 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. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the This symbol indicates important product that presents a risk of electric shock or instructions accompanying the personal injury. product. CAUTION Notes: This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information. If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, this DVD player cannot play the disc. The Region number for this DVD player is Region No 1. This device is protected by U.S. patent numbers 4,631,603 and 4,577,216 and 4,819,098 and other intellectual property rights. The use of Macrovision's copy protection technology in the device must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited pay-per-view uses only, unless otherwise authorized in writing by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Caution: Using video games or any external accessory with fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program logos, phone numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty. CAUTION THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be Product Registration connected to the grounding system of the building as Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. close to the point of cable entry as practical. For U.S. customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at CLASS 1 www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering LASER this product allows us to contact you if needed. PRODUCT Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. ____________________ Serial No. __________________ Purchase Date: ______________ Dealer/Address/Phone: _________________________________________________________________ Table of Contents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ......... 3 Loading and Playing Discs .............................. 14 To Load and Play a Disc .......................................... 14 Using a Disc Menu .......................................... 15 Protect Against Power Surges .................................. 3 Protect Components from Overheating ................ 3 Disc Playback Features Using the Remote .... 15 Using the On-Screen Info Display ................. 16 Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ............................................................... 3 Important Stand and Base Safety Information ... 3 Use Indirect Light ........................................................ 3 Types of Discs Your TV/DVD will Play ..................... 3 Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV/DVD ........................................................................ 3 DVD Disc Info Display .............................................. 16 Time Display ............................................................... 16 Selecting a Title ......................................................... 16 Selecting a Chapter .................................................. 17 Selecting Subtitles ................................................... 17 Changing the Audio Language ............................. 17 Using the Repeat Feature ....................................... 18 Changing the Camera Angle ................................. 19 TV/DVD + VCR ................................................... 4 Explanation of Jacks ......................................... 5 The Front of Your TV/DVD ................................ 6 Playing Other Discs ......................................... 19 Front Panel Buttons .................................................... 6 Plug in the TV/DVD ........................................... 7 Put batteries in the remote ............................. 7 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup ................................................ 7 Turn on the TV ................................................... 7 Complete the Initial Setup ............................... 7 Complete Auto Channel Search .............................. 8 Set the DVD Menu Language ........................... 8 Setting Other Options ...................................... 8 Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Button Descriptions .......................................... 9 Using the INPUT Button .......................................... 10 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ..................................................... 10 Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote . 10 Programming the Remote ....................................... 11 How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ....................................................... 12 Audio CD Info Display ............................................. 19 mp3 Info Display ....................................................... 19 Video CD Info Display .............................................. 19 Using the Time Display ............................................ 20 Selecting a Specific Track ....................................... 20 Selecting a Specific Index (Available only on Video CDs) ............................................................... 20 Selecting a Play Mode (Available only on Audio CDs and mp3s) ....................................................... 20 Using the Program Play Feature ........................... 21 Editing a Playlist ....................................................... 22 Using the Repeat Feature ....................................... 22 Changing the Audio Channel Output (Available only on Video CDs) ................................................ 22 Using IntroScan (Available only on Audio CDs and mp3s) ........................................................................ 22 Using PlayBack Control (Available only on Video CDs) ........................................................................... 22 Viewing JPEG files ........................................... 23 Chapter 4: Using the TV's Features Channel Banner ............................................... 24 Remote Control Codes .................................... 12 Why You Should Use the Auto Tuning Feature ............................................................. 24 Chapter 3: Playing Discs Regional Coding .............................................. 14 Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................ 25 Using Different Menus ................................... 14 How to Set Up the Auto Tuning Feature ............ 24 1 Table of Contents How V-Chip Works ................................................... 26 USA V-Chip Rating System .................................... 26 Canadian English V-Chip Rating System ........... 27 Canadian French V-Chip Rating System ............ 28 USA V-Chip TV Rating Limit .................................. 28 Blocking Specific Content Themes ...................... 30 Viewing Specific Content Themes ........................ 30 Blocking Canadian V-Chip Ratings ...................... 31 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit .................................... 31 V-Chip Exempt Program Block ............................. 31 KidPass ......................................................................... 32 V-Chip Active ............................................................. 32 Front Panel Lock ........................................................ 32 Change Password ...................................................... 32 Chapter 6: Using the TV's Menu System Sound Menu .................................................... 43 Picture Menu ................................................... 43 Setup Menu ..................................................... 44 Parental Control Menu ................................... 45 Time Menu ....................................................... 45 Chapter 7: Other Information Troubleshooting ............................................... 46 Care and Cleaning ........................................... 50 Limited Warranty ............................................ 51 Accessory Information .................................... 54 Chapter 5: Using the DVD Menu The DVD's Menu System ................................. 33 The Play/Resume Play Option ......................... 33 The Play Mode Menu ...................................... 33 Selecting a Play Mode ............................................. 33 How to Create a Program ....................................... 33 Editing a Program ..................................................... 34 AutoPlay ...................................................................... 35 IntroScan ..................................................................... 35 The Lock Menu ................................................ 35 Locking Your DVD ..................................................... 36 Unlocking Your DVD ................................................. 36 Changing Your Password ........................................ 36 Setting the Ratings Limits ..................................... 37 Unrated Titles ............................................................. 38 System Test ................................................................. 38 The Display Menu ............................................ 39 TV Image ...................................................................... 39 On-Screen Displays .................................................. 40 The Sound Menu ............................................. 40 Sound Logic ................................................................ 40 Digital Output ............................................................ 41 The Languages Menu ...................................... 42 Changing the Player Menus, Disc Menus, Audio or Subtitles Language Preferences ........................ 42 2 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges · Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. · Turn off the TV/DVD and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables. · Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions packed separately. Protect Components from Overheating · Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. · Don't stack components. · If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation. · If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won't flow around other components. Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference · Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack. · If you place components above the TV/DVD, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV/DVD instead of straight down the middle of the TV/DVD. · If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables. Important Stand and Base Safety Information Choose the location for your TV/DVD carefully. Place the TV/DVD on a stand or base that is of adequate size and strength to prevent the TV/DVD from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled off. This could cause pers ...