User manual RCA D52W27D

HDTV Monitor/ DVD Player User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Important Information 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. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical 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 product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. 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. Note: 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. Note: 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. Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. 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, black borders (sides, top and bottom), etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not covered by your warranty. 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 connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Warning: Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time. This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such damage is not covered by your warranty. Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For US customers: Your RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering this product allows us to contact you if needed. 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 in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. _____________________________________________________________ CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Serial No.______________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: _________________________________________________ Important Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. If an outside antenna is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. In the U.S. Section 810-21 of the National Electrical Code and in Canada, Part 1 of the Canadian Electrical Code provides information with respect to proper grounding of the antenna system. See the figure on the right for details. Example of Antenna Grounding as per (NEC) National Electrical Code To assure adequate ventilation for this product, maintain a spacing of 4 inches from the top and sides of the TV receiver and 2 inches from the rear of the TV receiver and other surfaces. 1 Introduction Key Features Overview Your TV/DVD is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The following information summarizes a few of these features. Chapters 3 and 4 provide more information about the rest of the TV/DVD's features and how to use them. Precision CRTs Your TV/DVD features Precision CRTs. These Precision CRTs (cathode ray tubes) produce sharp, high-resolution images, with great detail and better transition between images than regular CRTs. DVI-HDTV Input Your TV/DVD's DVI-HDTV input lets you connect a component with a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) output. DVI provides an uncompressed, digital video interface developed for highbandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of high-resolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection. The DVI-HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (1080i) signals at a bandwidth of up to 1.78 Gigabits per second. mp3 Audio Disc Playback Description: Your DVD player can play compatible mp3 audio files recorded on CD-R discs. Requirements: The discs must be recorded on compatible equipment (Chapter 7 has details) and the DVD player must be on. The On-Screen DVD Information Display Description: The Info Display is an on-screen banner that provides access to certain features while you're playing a disc. Icons represent the different features supported by your TV/DVD when in DVD mode. By selecting different Info Display icons, you can access features including Repeat, Audio, Subtitles and Camera Angle. Requirements: Put your TV/DVD in DVD mode and insert a disc into the disc tray. Once the disc starts playing, press INFO to view the Info Display. 2 Table of Contents Important Information ..................................................... 1 Key Features Overview .................................................... 2 Chapter 5: Using the DVD Menu The DVD's Menu System ................................................ 36 The Play/Resume Play Option ....................................... 36 The Play Mode Menu...................................................... 36 The Lock Menu ................................................................ 38 The Display Menu ........................................................... 41 The Sound Menu............................................................. 42 The Languages Menu ..................................................... 42 Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect ......................... 4 Choose Your Connection .................................................. 5 TV/DVD + HDTV Tuner + VCR ........................................... 7 TV/DVD + Satellite Receiver + VCR .................................. 9 TV/DVD + VCR ................................................................. 11 Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order)................. 12 The Front of Your TV/DVD.............................................. 13 Plug in the TV/DVD ......................................................... 14 Put batteries in the remote ............................................ 14 Turn on the TV/DVD........................................................ 14 How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup.......................................................... 14 Complete the Initial Setup ............................................. 14 Chapter 6: Using the TV's Menu System Sound Menu .................................................................... 43 Picture Menu ................................................................... 44 Channel Guide Menu ...................................................... 46 Time Menu....................................................................... 46 Parental Control Menu ................................................... 46 PIP Menu.......................................................................... 46 Setup Menu ..................................................................... 47 Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control The Buttons on the Remote Control.............................. 16 Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components ..................................................... 18 How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It ............................................................ 20 Using the INPUT Button.................................................. 20 Remote Control Codes.................................................... 21 Chapter 7: Information Displays Using the Info Display .................................................... 49 Using the Time Display ............................................. 49 Selecting a Specific Track.......................................... 49 Selecting a Specific Index ......................................... 50 Selecting a Play Mode .............................................. 50 Using the Program Play Feature .............................. 50 Editing a Playlist ....................................................... 51 Using the Repeat Feature ........................................ 51 PlayBack Control....................................................... 52 Changing the Audio Channel Output ..................... 52 Using IntroScan......................................................... 52 Chapter 3: Playing DVDs Regional Coding.............................................................. 22 Using Different Menus ................................................... 22 Loading and Playing Discs.............................................. 22 Using a Disc Menu .......................................................... 23 Using the On-Screen Info Display.................................. 23 Chapter 8: Other Information Troubleshooting .............................................................. 53 FCC Information .............................................................. 57 Limited Warranty ............................................................ 58 Accessory Information.................................................... 60 Index ................................................................................ 61 Chapter 4: Using the TV's Features Channel Banner............................................................... 27 Autotuning ...................................................................... 27 Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................... 29 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and POP (Picture-outside-Picture) Operation .................. 35 3 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 on page 1. 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 personal injury and/or damage the TV/DVD. Refer to the Important Safety Instructions on page 1. Use Indirect Light Don't place the TV/DVD where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft or indirect lighting. 4 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your TV/DVD. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV/DVD. Note for US customers: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359. For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/customersupport. Components Cables Needed Coaxial Audio/video Component video DVI-HDTV Connection Title Go to... TV /DV D V HDT r e Tun VCR TV/DVD + HDTV Tuner + VCR pages 6-7 Coaxial Audio/video TV /DV D Sa lit tel e VCR S-Video TV/DVD + Satellite Receiver + VCR pages 8-9 Coaxial Audio/video TV/DVD + VCR pages 10-11 TV /DV D VCR Component video Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV/DVD The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book. Audio/Video cables Coaxial cable S-Video cable Component Video (Y·Pb·Pr) cables DVI-HDTV Cable Chapter 1 5 Connections & Setup TV /D VD 1A 1B HDT ner V Tu VCR 2A 3A 2B 3B 4A 4C 4B 5C 5B 5A 6 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup TV/DVD + HDTV Tuner + VCR 1. Make sure cable or antenna and/or satellite is connected to your HDTV Tuner. A. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the HDTV Tuner. B. Connect the satellite dish antenna to the satellite input on the HDTV Tuner. 2. Make the video connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV/DVD. A. Best Connection: DVI-HDTV Connect a DVI-HDTV cable to the DVI-HDTV jack on the back of your HDTV Tuner. Connect the other end of the cable to the DVI-HDTV input on the back of TV/DVD. ­ OR ­ B. Very Good Connection: Connect three video grade cables to the CMP1 Y PB PR jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Y PB PR jacks on the HDTV Tuner. Notes: The DVI-HDTV and Y PB PR jacks send the digital cable signal to the TV/DVD in digital and analog formats, respectively. 3. Make the audio connection between your HDTV Tuner and the TV/DVD (to match your video connection). A. If you used the DVI-HDTV jack: Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the DVI-HDTV L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner. ­ OR ­ B. If you used the Component Video jacks: Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the CMP1 L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner. 4. Connect your HDTV Tuner to your VCR. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the HDTV Tuner's antenna output and to VCR's antenna input. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the Audio Output jacks on the HDTV Tuner and to the Audio Input jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the Video Output jack on the HDTV Tuner and to the Video Input jack on the VCR. 5. Connect your VCR to your TV/DVD. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV/DVD. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R audio jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (video) jack on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Video Output jack on the VCR. Go to page 14 Chapter 1 7 Connections & Setup /D TV VD 3B 3C 3A Sa tel lite VCR 1C 1B 1A 2 8 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup TV/DVD + Satellite Receiver + VCR 1. Connect your VCR to your TV/DVD. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV/DVD. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Video Output jack on the VCR. 2. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR. 3. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV/DVD. A. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the Satellite Receiver. B. Connect the video cable to the VID1 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Video Output jack on the Satellite Receiver. C. If your Satellite Receiver has an S-Video jack, connect an S-Video cable (instead of the video cable in step B) to the S-VIDEO jack on the TV/DVD and to the S-VIDEO jack on the satellite receiver. Go to page 14 Chapter 1 9 Connections & Setup T V V/D D 1C VCR 1B 1A 2 10 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup TV/DVD + VCR 1. Connect your VCR to your TV/DVD. A. Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR's antenna output and to the ANTENNA/CABLE Input jack on the TV/DVD. B. Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the VID2 L/MONO and R Audio jacks on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Audio Output jacks on the VCR. C. Connect the video cable to the VID2 V (Video) jack on the back of the TV/DVD and to the Video Output jack on the VCR. 2. Make sure cable or antenna is connected to your VCR. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet or antenna to the antenna input on the VCR. Go to page 14 Chapter 1 11 Connections & Setup Explanation of Jacks (in alphabetical order) This section describes the jacks on the back panel of your TV/DVD. There are several ways to connect components. ANTENNA/CABLE Lets you connect a coaxial cable to receive the signal from the antenna, cable, cable box, or if using the examples on pages 5-11, a VCR. COMPONENT INPUTS Lets you connect a component video source, such as a VCR. · CMP1 Y PB PR (Component Video) Provides optimum picture quality because the video is separated into three signals. Use three video-grade cables for the connection. When using CMP1 Y PB PR, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the CMP1 L and R Audio Input jacks. CMP1 L (Audio) Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white. CMP1 R (Audio) Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually red. · · COMPOSITE INPUTS Lets you connect another component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Its AUDIO jacks are the same as described for CMP1 above. · VID1 S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the video jacks (VID1 and 2 Video) because the color part of the picture is separated from the black and white part of the picture. When using VID1 S-VIDEO, make sure to connect left and right audio cables to the VID1 L/MONO and R Audio Input jacks. VID1 V (Video) yellow. Provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually · · VID2 S-VIDEO, V and L/MONO and R Audio Allows you to connect a component such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player. Their description is the same as VID1 above. Note: For each VID jack group (VID1 and VID2), you may connect either an S-Video or Video cable. Do not connect both at the same time in either of the VID jack groups. DVI-HDTV Input Lets you connect an HDTV Tuner with a DVI output. · DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Provides an uncompressed, digital video interface developed for high-bandwidth digital connection. It supports the overlay of highresolution graphics needed by some electronic program guide navigation and other interactive services. DVI, when combined with HDCP (High bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology, creates a protected digital connection. The DVI-HDTV connection is designed to display either progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (1080i) signals at a bandwidth of up to 1.78 Gigabits per second. L (Audio) Provides left audio connection when using the DVI jack. The left audio connector is usually white. R (Audio) Provides right audio connection when using the DVI jack. The right audio connector is usually red. Note: Remember to connect the left and right audio cables because the DVI cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound. · · 12 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup The Front of Your TV/DVD Front Input Jacks The TV/DVD has front inputs for convenience: one set of audio/video input jacks, an S-Video jack and a headphones jack. The jacks are ideal for using a video game console or a camcorder. Locate the jacks either on the front of the TV/DVD or on one of the sides. To access the component you connected to the front of the TV/DVD, press the INPUT button on your remote until FRNT appears on the screen. Note: When connecting a component that uses a monaural cable, such as some camcorders, use the Left (mono) input jack to get sound from both speakers. PHONES Allows you to connect headphones to listen to the sound coming from the TV/DVD. To adjust volume control of the headphones, press the VOL > or VOL < button (the volume display appears). Press the arrow up or down button (the headphone volume display appears), then press the right or left arrow button to adjust the headphone volume. VIDEO (in) Receives video from another component such as a camcorder, video game console or VCR. L/MONO and R AUDIO Receives audio from another component such as a camcorder, video game console or VCR. S-VIDEO (in) Allows you to connect an S-Video cable from another component. Make sure you also connect audio cables from the component to the TV/DVD. Note: Do not connect an S-Video and a regular video cable to the FRNT jacks at the same time. Front Panel Buttons If you cannot locate your remote, you can use the front panel buttons of your TV/DVD to operate many of the TV/DVD's features. OPEN/CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray. STOP Stops DVD disc play. PLAY Begins DVD disc play. MENU/OK Brings up the TV Main menu. In the menu system, it selects highlighted items. CH Scans down through the current channel list. In the TV menu system, acts like down arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. CH Scans up through the channel list. In the TV menu system, acts like up arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL < Decreases the volume. In the TV menu system, acts like left arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. VOL > Increases the volume. In the TV menu system, acts like right arrow button on the remote control and adjusts menu controls. POWER Turns the TV/DVD on and off. > > Chapter 1 13 Connections & Setup Plug in the TV/DVD Plug the end of the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet. Put batteries in the remote · · · Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote by pushing the tab and lifting off the cover. Insert two fresh batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly. Replace the cover. Turn on the TV/DVD Press TV on the remote, or press POWER on the TV/DVD's front panel. Note: Pressing the TV button not only turns on the TV/DVD, but puts the remote into TV mode. "TV mode" means that the buttons on the remote control operate the TV's functions. TV button How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup The technical term is "Navigation" ­ how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it. To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left. To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK. Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out from other menu items on the list (appears darker, brighter, or a different color). OK button Arrows Tip To access the setup menus manually, press MENU and choose SETUP. Complete the Initial Setup The menu system in your TV/DVD allows the TV/DVD's features to work properly. The first time you turn on your TV/DVD, the setup screens appear. Set the Menu Language The first part of the setup allows you to select your preferred language for the menu system. If English is your preferred language, press OK. If you want to choose another language, press the down arrow button until that language is highlighted, and press OK. 14 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Complete Auto Channel Search The next screen asks you to make sure you've connected the TV/DVD to a cable, satellite, or off-air signal. When you're sure that a signal is connected to your TV/DVD, press OK on your remote to go to the Channel setup screen. In the Channel setup screen, you can launch the Auto channel search by pressing OK. The Auto channel search allows the TV/DVD to search for all channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes called auto programming. When the channel search is complete, press OK to access the List & Labels screen. Changing Lists and Labels The List & Labels part of the setup lets you edit your channel list and choose or create a personal six-character label for each channel. Note: Changing List and Labels can be time consuming. You can change these at a later time by accessing the Setup menu. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the left or right arrow to scroll through the channels and choose the one you want to edit. Press the down arrow to highlight the In channel list option. Press the left or right arrow button to add (the box is checked) or remove (the box is unchecked) the channel from the list. Press the down arrow to highlight the Channel label option. Press the left or right arrow button to scroll through the available list of 25 most common labels. The last option in the list allows you to create your own six-character label for the channel (the first letter of the label is highlighted). Press the 1 or 2 number button to change the first letter of the label. Press the right arrow to highlight the second letter, then press the 1 or 2 number button to change the second letter, etc. When you are finished creating your label, press OK. Select Go back to go to the Auto Convergence menu. Auto Convergence Your TV/DVD's picture tubes might have been disturbed during delivery or after you moved the TV/DVD, causing the color in your TV/DVD to be out of alignment. The colors adjust by starting auto convergence. IMPORTANT: Auto convergence works best once the TV/DVD has warmed up for at least an hour. If you've just unpacked your TV/DVD, it's a good idea to repeat the Auto convergence function when the TV/DVD's been running for at least an hour. See page 48 for more information about Auto convergence. 1. Note: If you're using an HD source (such as an HDTV tuner or HDTV satellite receiver) on the CMPNT or DVI input, you should run Auto convergence separately for that input as well. Tune to the input you're using for the HD source, then go to page 48 for information on Auto convergence. You don't need to run Auto convergence separately for the internal DVD player ­ the procedure for the TV covers the internal DVD player as well. Press OK to begin auto convergence. When the auto convergence is complete, the Red center convergence menu appears. The cross in the middle of the screen should be yellow. If it is not, use the arrow buttons to move the red cross to overlap the green cross. Press OK when adjustments are complete. The Blue center convergence menu appears with a cyan cross in the middle of the screen. If it is not, use the arrow buttons to move the blue cross to overlap the green cross. Press OK (the TV tunes to the last selected/ available channel in the channel list). 2. 3. Chapter 1 15 Chapter 2: Using the Remote Control Indicator The Buttons on the Remote Control (0-9) Number Buttons Enter channel numbers and time settings directly through the remote control. To enter a one-digit channel, enter a zero first. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel, press and hold the "1" button until "1" and two dashes (­ ­) appear, then add the second two digits. Example: to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1 until "1­ ­" appears, release the 1 button and then press 2 and 3. ANTENNA If you program the AUX·HD button to control a VCR, this button works as a TV/VCR button for some VCRs when the remote is in AUX·HD mode. If you program the AUX·HD button to control a satellite receiver, this button works as a TV/SAT button for some satellite receivers when the remote is in AUX·HD mode. Arrows Used to highlight different items in the TV or DVD menu and to adjust the menu controls. The up and down arrows move the PIP window when no menus are on the screen. When watching TV without the PIP window or menu system in use, the left and right arrows (ZOOM ­and ZOOM +) change the current format of the screen (4:3, Zoom 14:9, Zoom 16:9, Zoom 16:9 ^/v, Cinerama, regular mode 16:9). AUX·HD Puts the remote in AUX·HD mode. As a default, this button controls some models of RCA HDTV Tuners. It can also be programmed to operate some brands of an additional remote-controllable components. The Autotuning feature for this button works only with HDTV tuners (see page 28 for more information on Autotuning). CC / SUBTITLE In TV mode, brings up the Closed Caption menu. In DVD mode while a disc is playing, brings up the information banner with the subtitle icon highlighted. CH + or CH - Scan up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels. In DVD mode while a disc is playing, CH+ advances to the next chapter; CHgoes to the preceding chapter. CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to normal viewing. Also exits PIP or POP if no menu is displayed. DVD Puts the TV/DVD and remote in DVD mode. Also displays the current DVD status. Turns on the TV/DVD in DVD mode if it's off. GO BACK In TV mode, returns you to the previous channel. In DVD mode, returns to the previous screen. GUIDE In TV mode, brings up the Channel Guide menu. In DVD mode, brings up the DVD guide (if available). INFO In TV mode, makes the channel banner appear and disappear. In DVD mode, makes the info banner appear and disappear. Indicator Indicates the programming mode when programming the remote to control other components. The indicator lights up when you press a valid button on the remote. It flickers when the remote batteries are low and you press a button. INPUT Accesses the available video input channels (VID1, VID2, FRNT, CMP1, and DVI). Press the CH+ or CH- button to resume TV viewing. 16 Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Tip The indicator flashes when the remote batteries are low and you press a button on the remote. A warning banner may also appear on the screen when you press a remote button and your batteries are low. Tip To turn off all the RCA, GE, and Proscan components that are connected to the TV, press ON·OFF twice within two seconds. This feature only works with most RCA, GE, and Proscan products. MENU In TV mode, makes the TV Main menu appear and disappear. In DVD mode, makes the reduced TV menu appear and disappear. MUTE Reduces the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume. OK / FREEZE When in the menu system, selects highlighted items. When watching TV without the PIP window or menu system in use, the OK/FREEZE button freezes the picture until you press any button on the remote to resume normal TV viewing. The FREEZE feature automatically times out after a short time. Please note that when you "unfreeze" you go back to live programming (skipping any programming that occurred during the freeze). Note: The FREEZE feature does not work on signals from the DVI-HDTV, CMP1 input in progressive scan (480p) or HDTV (1080i) modes. Do not use the Freeze feature for an extended period of time. This can cause the image to be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such damage is not covered by your warranty. Press any button to unfreeze the picture at any time. Note: The DVD and AUX·HD buttons also turn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan products. ON·OFF When in TV mode, turns the TV on and off. If in AUX·HD mode and programmed, turns the component on and off. PIP / AGAIN When the remote in TV mode, press this button once to bring up the small picture-in-picture (PIP) window. Press it again to bring up the picture-outside-picture (POP) windows. Press it a third time to remove POP. (See Chapter 4 for more information about using PIP.) When the remote is in DVD mode, this button accesses the Scene AgainTM feature, which replays the last several seconds (approximately 10) of the DVD disc you're playing. The Scene Again feature does not work with VCDs or mp3 files. PIP CH ­ / DVD ZOOM When the remote is in TV mode, this button changes the channel in the PIP window. When the remote is in DVD mode, use this button to change the Zoom mode for discs with video in the 4:3 aspect ratio. PIP CH + / OPEN·CLOSE When using PIP or POP, changes the channel in the PIP window. In DVD mode, this button opens or closes the disc tray. PRESETS / DISC MENU In TV mode, displays the Picture and Sound preset settings. Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight either Picture or Sound settings. Use the left and right arrow buttons to change to a different Picture or Sound preset. In DVD mode while a disc is playing, brings up the current disc's menu (if available). RECORD When the remote is in AUX·HD mode and programmed to control a recording device (such as a VCR), this button tells the device to start recording. The recording device must be connected to the component you're watching in order for that device to record the program you're watching. REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, STOP, PAUSE In DVD mode, these buttons provide reverse, play, fast forward, stop and pause the disc. If programmed, they also provide transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs, DVD players, tape decks, and CD players. SKIP In TV mode, press once before changing channels and the TV will wait 30 seconds before returning you to the original channel. Press repeatedly to add more time. TV Turns on the TV and puts the remote in TV mode. Also displays the channel banner. VOL ­ or VOL + Decreases or increases the TV's volume. Chapter 2 17 Using the Remote Control Programming the Remote to Operate Other Components The universal remote can be programmed to operate most brands of remote controllable components. The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components. Also, the AUX·HD button can be programmed to operate most brands of an additional remote-controllable component (such as a VCR, DVD player, satellite receiver or cable box). Note: The TV button can't be programmed on this remote. IMPORTANT: Don't program the DVD button on this remote to control a different (external) DVD player unless you don't plan to use this remote with your internal DVD player. If you program the DVD button to control an external DVD player, then the remote won't control the internal DVD player. Indicator Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed to operate one of the components connected to your TV, such as a VCR, do the following: 1. 2. You'll use these buttons when you program the remote. Important: The remote may not be compatible with all models of all brands of components. It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component. Turn on the component (in this example, a VCR). Point the remote at the component. Press the corresponding component button (in this example, the AUX·HD button). Press ON·OFF to see if the VCR responds. If the VCR doesn't respond, you need to program the remote to operate it. 3. 4. Programming the Remote There are two ways to program the remote control: · · automatic code search direct entry Using Automatic Code Search The following instructions can be used to program the remote to operate each of your components. If you want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off. 1. 2. Tip To stop the automatic code search without programming any components, press and hold CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off. Turn on the component you want to operate (VCR, HD receiver, etc.) Press and hold the component button you want to program (AUX·HD). While holding the component button, press and hold ON·OFF until the indicator on the remote turns on, then release both buttons. Point the remote at the component. Keep the remote pointed at the component until the end of this step. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the indicator on the remote stops flashing. 3. 18 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the component you want to operate does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes. Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or the indicator light on the remote turns off. If the indicator light turns off, then all codes for that particular component have been tested once. If the component does not turn off, then the remote can't be programmed to operate that component. If the component you want to control does turn off: 1. 2. Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back ON. To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off. A code that controls your component has been saved to that remote button. Important You must continue pressing the component button while you enter the code. Let's say you have a Zenith VCR player. To program the universal remote to operate the VCR, you would: Press and hold the AUX·HD button while you enter the first code listed for Zenith in the VCR Codes column. Release the AUX·HD button. Press ON·OFF to see if the VCR player responds. If it doesn't, follow the same steps, but enter the second code for Zenith VCR players instead of the first. Using Direct Entry 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn on the component to be programmed. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list in this section. Press and hold the component button you want to program on the remote. Enter the code from the remote control code list on the following pages. If the indicator flashes, you have either entered an invalid code or the button isn't programmable. Release the component button, point the remote at the component and then press ON·OFF to see if the component responds to the command. If it doesn't, try pressing the component button and then ON·OFF again. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands. If you try all the codes for your component brand and none work, try the automatic code search method. If automatic code search doesn't find the code, the remote is not compatible with your component. 5. · · Chapter 2 19 Using the Remote Control Component buttons How to Use the Remote After You've Programmed It Because this universal remote can control several different components (TV, DVD, and a VCR, satellite receiver, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV. 1. 2. 3. Press the appropriate component button (AUX·HD, DVD, or TV) to set the remote to control the component. Press ON·OFF to turn the component on or off. Use the remote buttons that apply to that component. Notes: · The remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of components. It also may not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component. If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, the remote is probably in the wrong mode. You must press the component button that matches the component you want to operate (i.e., if you want to operate the DVD player, press DVD on the remote control to put the remote in DVD mode.) · Using the INPUT Button Use the INPUT button to scroll through the available input channels and view components you have connected to the TV. 1. 2. 3. Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure the component you want to view is turned on. Press INPUT to tune to an available input channel. To return to the channel you were previously watching on TV, press CH+ or CH- button. 20 Chapter 2 Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Programmable for the AUX·HD button. Admiral......................................................................... 2132 Adventura .................................................................... 2026 Aiko.............................................................................. 2027 Aiwa ............................................................................. 2026 Akai .........2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113 American High............................................................. 2021 Asha ............................................................................. 2013 Audio Dynamics ................................................ 2009, 2010 Audiovox ..................................................................... 2014 Bell & Howell .............................................................. 2011 Beaumark..................................................................... 2013 Broksonic........................................................... 2012, 2025 Calix ............................................................................. 2014 Candle ...............2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 Canon....................................................... 2021, 2022, 2114 Capehart............................................................. 2020, 2110 Carver........................................................................... 2062 CCE..................................................................... 2027, 2061 Citizen ...2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027 Colortyme .................................................................... 2009 Colt............................................................................... 2061 Craig ................................................2013, 2014, 2023, 2061 Curtis-Mathes .......................2000, 2009, 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131 Cybernex...................................................................... 2013 Daewoo...2015, 2017, 2019, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110 Daytron ........................................................................ 2110 DBX.................................................................... 2009, 2010 Dimensia ............................................................ 2000, 2131 Dynatech...................................................................... 2026 Electrohome....................................................... 2014, 2029 Electrophonic............................................................... 2014 Emerson .....................2012, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2029, 2030, 2031, 2032, 2033, 2034,2035, 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042,2044, 2045, 2046, 2047, 2065, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130 Fisher.......2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118 Fuji...................................................................... 2021, 2119 Funai ............................................................................ 2026 Garrard......................................................................... 2026 GE ..................................................2000, 2001, 2013, 2021, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120, 2131 Goldstar...........................................2009, 2014, 2018, 2054 Gradiente ..................................................................... 2026 Harley Davidson.......................................................... 2026 Harman Kardon ........................................................... 2009 Harwood ...................................................................... 2061 Headquarter ................................................................. 2011 Hitachi...............2055, 2056, 2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122 Hi-Q ............................................................................. 2023 Instant Replay .............................................................. 2021 JCL ................................................................................ 2021 JC Penney ........2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2022, 2055, 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118 Jensen....................................................... 2055, 2056, 2111 JVC ..............................2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111, 2123 Kenwood ..........2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123 KLH .............................................................................. 2061 Kodak................................................................. 2014, 2021 Lloyd ............................................................................ 2026 Logik ............................................................................ 2061 LXI ................................................................................ 2014 Magnavox ......................................2021, 2022, 2062, 2063, 2104, 2105, 2108, 2124 Magnin ......................................................................... 2013 Marantz ...2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064 Marta ............................................................................ 2014 Masushita ..................................................................... 2021 Mei ............................................................................... 2021 Memorex ........................................2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2132 MGA ......................................................... 2029, 2065, 2113 MGN Technology ........................................................ 2013 Midland ........................................................................ 2053 Minolta ..................................................... 2055, 2056, 2107 Mitsubishi.........2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066, 2067, 2068, 2069, 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123 Montgomery Ward............................................. 2075, 2132 Motorola............................................................. 2021, 2132 MTC.................................................................... 2013, 2126 Multitech ...............................2013, 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061 NEC ............................2009, 2010, 2011,2016, 2018, 2064, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123 Nikko ........................................................................... 2014 Noblex.......................................................................... 2013 Olympus ...................................................................... 2021 Optimus ............................................................. 2014, 2132 Optonica ...................................................................... 2096 Panasonic....................2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127 Pentax ...................................2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120 Pentex Research .......................................................... 2018 Philco ..............................................2021, 2022, 2062, 2063 Philips .............................................2021, 2062, 2096, 2124 Pilot .............................................................................. 2014 Pioneer..................................2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123 Portland...........................................2016, 2017, 2019, 2110 Proscan..................................................... 2000, 2001, 2131 Protec ........................................................................... 2061 Pulsar ........................................................................... 2104 Quarter......................................................................... 2011 Quartz .......................................................................... 2011 Quasar...................................................... 2021, 2022, 2125 RCA ........2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125, 2131, 2133 Radioshack/Realistic ...........2011, 2013, 2014, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2132 Radix ............................................................................ 2014 Randex ......................................................................... 2014 Ricoh ............................................................................ 2128 Runco ........................................................................... 2104 Samsung......................2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112 Sanky.................................................................. 2104, 2132 Sansui ..............................................2010, 2092, 2111, 2123 Sanyo........................................................ 2011, 2013, 2023 Scott.........2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116 Sears ...........................2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118 Sharp .................2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096, 2097, 2132 Shintom ...........................................2004, 2056, 2061, 2098 Shogun ......................................................................... 2013 Signature ...................................................................... 2132 Singer ....................................................... 2021, 2061, 2128 Sony ................................................2004, 2098, 2099, 2119 STS...................................................................... 2021, 2107 Sylvania .............2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124 Symphonic ................................................................... 2026 Tandy ........................................................................... 2011 Tashiko......................................................................... 2014 Tatung .......................................................................... 2111 TEAC ........................................................ 2026, 2085, 2111 Technics ............................................................. 2021, 2109 Teknika .................................2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129 TMK.......................................................... 2013, 2024, 2047 Toshiba..............2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116 Totevsion ........................................................... 2013, 2014 Unitech......................................................................... 2013 Vector Research ..............................2009, 2010, 2015, 2016 Victor............................................................................ 2010 Video Concepts ....................2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, 2113 Videosonic ................................................................... 2013 Wards .....2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055, 2056, 2061, 2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116, 2132 XR-1000.................................................... 2021, 2026, 2061 Yamaha .................................2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2111 Zenith....................................2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128 Cable Box Codes Programmable for the AUX·HD button. ABC .......................................5002, 5003, 5004, 5006, 5053 Antronix ............................................................. 5008, 5009 Archer....................................................... 5008, 5009, 5010 Cabletenna ................................................................... 5008 Cableview .................................................................... 5008 Colour Voice ...................................................... 5012, 5013 Comtronic .................................................................... 5014 Contec .......................................................................... 5016 Eastern ......................................................................... 5017 GC Electronics ............................................................. 5009 GE ...................................................................... 5000, 5001 Gemini ............................................................... 5018, 5019 General Instrument ..................................................... 5003 Hamlin ........................5020, 5021, 5022, 5028, 5035, 5045 Hitachi.......................................................................... 5003 Jerrold .........................5003, 5018. 5023, 5024, 5046, 5053 Magnavox .................................................................... 5025 Memorex ...................................................................... 5026 Movie Time.................................................................. 5027 NEC .............................................................................. 5005 NSC............................................................................... 5027 Oak..................................................................... 5016, 5029 Panasonic........................................................... 5048, 5052 Philips ............................................5011, 5012, 5013, 5015, 5019, 5025, 5030, 5031, 5032 Pioneer............................................................... 5033, 5034 Proscan............................................................... 5000, 5001 RCA .................................................5007, 5047, 5049, 5052 Realistic ........................................................................ 5009 Regal .................................................................. 5022, 5035 Regency........................................................................ 5017 Rembrandt ................................................................... 5003 Samsung....................................................................... 5034 Scientific Atlanta .............................5006, 5036, 5037, 5038 Signal............................................................................ 5018 Signature ...................................................................... 5003 Sprucer ......................................................................... 5052 Standard Components ....................................... 5039, 5044 Starcom .............................................................. 5018, 5053 Stargate......................................................................... 5018 Starquest....................................................................... 5018 Tocom ................................................................ 5004, 5023 Tusa.............................................................................. 5018 TV86 ............................................................................. 5027 Unika.................................................................. 5008, 5009 United Cable ................................................................ 5053 Universal .................................................. 5008, 5009, 5010 Viewstar ............................................................. 5025, 5027 Zenith................................................................. 5050, 5051 Satellite Receiver Codes Programmable for the AUX·HD button. Alphastar ...................................................................... 5079 Chapparal........................................................... 5056, 5057 Dishnet......................................................................... 5078 Drake ................................................................. 5058, 5059 Echostar ....................................................................... 5089 GE .............................................. 5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2) General Instruments ................................ 5060, 5061, 5062 Hitachi................................................................ 5083, 5084 Hughes Network ............................................... 5077, 5090 JVC ............................................................................... 5082 Panasonic..................................................................... 5075 Philips .......................................................................... 5085 Primestar ...................................................................... 5076 Proscan....................................... 5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2) RCA .............. 5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2), 5071, 5080, 5081 Realistic ........................................................................ 5063 Sony ............................................................................. 5072 STS1.............................................................................. 5064 STS2.............................................................................. 5065 STS3.............................................................................. 5066 STS4.............................................................................. 5067 Toshiba............................................................... 5068, 5073 Uniden ............................................................... 5069, 5086 DVD codes Programmable for the DVD* and AUX·HD buttons. Aiwa ............................................................................. 3009 Apex................................................................... 3023, 3024 GE ................................................................................ 3000 Hitachi.......................................................................... 3008 JVC ..................................................................... 3002, 3010 Konka................................................................. 3011, 3012 Magnavox .................................................................... 3003 Mitsubishi..................................................................... 3004 Panasonic..................................................................... 3013 Philips .............................................3003, 3019, 3021, 3022 Pioneer......................................................................... 3005 Proscan......................................................................... 3000 RCA .................................................................... 3000, 3001 Samsung....................................................................... 3025 Sanyo............................................................................ 3014 Sony ......................................................... 3006, 3015, 3016 Toshiba..................................................... 3007, 3017, 3020 Zenith........................................................................... 3018 *Don't program the DVD button on this remote to control a different (external) DVD player unless you don't plan to use this remote with your internal DVD player. If you program the DVD button to control an external DVD player, then the remote won't control the internal DVD player. HDTV Tuner Codes Programmable for the AUX·HD button. RCA .............................................................................. 7000 Chapter 2 21 Chapter 3: Playing DVDs Regional Coding Both the TV/DVD unit and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes don't match, the disc won't play. This unit's code is region 1. Using Different Menus Each disc is programmed with different features. There are three separate menu paths that you can use to access features: · The Disc menu ­ The disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from the DVD's menu system. The contents of each disc menu vary according to how the disc was authored and what features are included. The disc menu is turned on and off (while the disc is playing) with the PRESETS/DISC MENU button on the remote. · The DVD's Info Display ­ The Info Display appears as icons across the top of the screen when a disc is playing. It can only be accessed while you are playing a disc. It's turned on and off with the INFO button on the remote. · The DVD's menu system ­ The DVD player's menu system is accessed only when a disc isn't playing. It appears when the STOP button is pressed. A feature only works if the disc was programmed with that feature. If a menu item is "grayed out", that item isn't available. In addition to the DVD menus, the TV/DVD offers an abbreviated TV Main Menu while you're using the DVD player. To access the picture, sound and image controls for the TV while using the internal DVD player, press the TV button on your remote. Loading and Playing Discs Your TV/DVD unit plays DVD discs, Video CD discs, Audio CD discs, mp3 discs and CD-R discs. Before you load a disc, make sure that it is compatible with the player. The following discs CANNOT be used with this player: · Laserdiscs, CD-I, CD-ROM (computer-only discs), CD-RW, DVD-ROM, Discs recorded using other broadcast standards (i.e. PAL or SECAM) To Load and Play a Disc This is an example of a one-sided disc.