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1. 39 Recording RECOPdING cocoooononocnonccnonocnnnccnonacconocnonoss 40 Timer Recordings i 42 Watching and Recording Cable TV__ 45 Radio Operation Presetting the radio stations 46 Listening to the radio 47 Speaker Setup Speaker Setup for enjoying the surround sound E T 48 Delay Time Setting 50 Setting the sound level 52 More Information ABOU DYD iii 53 Basic information about VCR and Videotape 55 Troubleshooting Tips DVD 56 Troubleshooting Tips VCR 57 Specifications ii 59 Care amp maintenance eens 60 Warranty Limited Warranty U S 61 Limited Warranty Canada 62 _ RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 6 Front panel Identification of Controls DVD CD VCR DIGITAL P 6 7 8 Power STANDBY ON button Powers the device on off when AC power supply is connected Videotape deck Insert the desired video tape here Eject button Ejects the tape Disc tray Open Close Tray button Opens and closes disc tray Place a disc on the disc tray with the label side up Video Audio input 3 jack Connect a cable to the video audio out jacks on a camcorder another VCR or another audio visual source Playback PAUSE button Plays
2. mp3 file extension EXAMPLE mp3 where each is a letter or number Use only letters and or numbers in file names If special characters are used the file and or folder names may not be displayed correctly on the on screen display The CD R or CD RW discs should be written using the disc at once method The disc should use ISO 9660 format RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 43 Displaying menus in a disc To display menus on a disc DVD VCD2 0 Ey BM fa disc includes menus follow the steps below disc e Menus may vary from disc to disc e For VCD2 0 select PBC ON mode by pressing the TITLE PBC button This function is not available for CD and VCD1 1 1 Press the TITLE PBC or MENU button to display menus on a Move the cursor to the desired item with arrow A W lt 4 or gt buttons and press ENTER or PLAY to select the item 39 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 44 cb Recording To Record With VCR 1 O OT SI WIN 7 Press the button to turn the unit on e Press the VCR button on the remote control to select VCR mode e Turn on the TV and select Ch 3 or press the INPUT button on your TV set to select External Input mode Insert a recordable tape into the VCR cassette deck Insert a tape with its recording tab attached With the CHANNEL NUMBER and INPUT buttons select the desired broadcasting channel or external inp
3. gt SL Surround Left 2 Press the DELAY button to select the desired speaker to set 3 Press the A or w buttons to change the delay time Repeat steps 2 3 to adjust the sound Delay of the other channels 51 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 Page 56 Setting the sound level Setting the sound level of the desired channel O To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time use the VOLUME control Press the LEVEL button The LEVEL indicator appears on the display Press the LEVEL button to select the desired speaker to set Each time you press the LEVEL button it changes in the following order FL Front Left CT Center FR Front Right SR Surround Right gt SL Surround Left WF Subwoofer Press the A or w buttons to adjust the sound level of the selected channel Repeat steps 2 3 to adjust the sound level of the other channels Setting the Balance between each channel by using the test tone 52 E In Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic mode use the test tone function to adjust the sound balance of the speakers from the listener s position in DVD initial setup mode Refer to Audio Setup on page 24 Select test tone mode by pressing Speaker Setup the TEST TONE button Type Small Type Ga Type nal hort hi N be heard in th Delay Oms A N Delay 2ms A short hiss noise can be hear int e TENA speakers one by one for 2 seconds in the Type small Ne on Ty
4. or Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic Surround Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished works Copyright 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories All rights reserved Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems Inc US Pat No 5 451 942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Copyright 1996 2000 Digital Theater Systems Inc All rights reserved Room features affecting sound If the room is made of concrete and hard materials like wood walls you will not hear the ultimate surround effects The walls of the room must have the appropriate absorption factor and be able to reflect the sound for the proper effect If the room has too much sound reflection try repositioning the furniture You may also need to hang curtains etc to absorb more of the sound experiment with the room s acoustics 48 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 53 Speaker Setup for enjoying the surround sound w Speaker Positioning A typical speaker setup uses 6 speakers 2 front speakers a center speaker 2 rear speakers and a subwoofer Add a sub woofer to hear excellent bass sound DTS digital surround or Dolby Digital surround Set up a listening position a couch or chairs etc as shown in the speaker positioning example e
5. ow DEJ 01 46 03 To search with a chapter number 2 select the chapter window with the lt 4 or gt buttons Enter the chapter number to be searched using the NUMBER buttons or the A or vw buttons 32 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 37 o Playing a desired scene To search with a time select the time window with the lt 4 or gt buttons Enter the time to be searched using the NUMBER buttons ENTER button PLAY starts from the selected position 4 When the entry is complete press the Searching VCD and CD with a track number or time VCD CD e Press the SEARCH button The display shows the track number and time ome ukm To search with a track number select 1 the track number window with the lt or gt buttons Enter the track number to be searched using the NUMBER buttons or the a or Y buttons If PBC OFF is selected the screen to the right appears Enter the track number to be searched using the NUMBER buttons If you want to search with a track time 2 press the lt or gt buttons to 6 O highlight the track elapse time box If PBC OFF is selected the screen to the right appears The display shows the current track elapse time and the total disc time Enter the track time to be searched using the NUMBER buttons After entering the track number or the track time to be searched press the ENTER button Playback starts from the selected po
6. segment later gi as x Press the SETUP button and select sad by the FUNCTIONS from the SETUP menu Auto Play oe he Auto TV VCR ON VCR The FUNCTIONS menu is displayed Index Search e A mark too close gt Go To Search to your current location on the tape ee The mark at the Select Go To Search from the beginning of a FUNCTIONS menu Current tape counter is recorded segment The tape counter is displayed on the screen 2 17 18 of five minutes or less Input the tape counter you want to go to and Srs The first index press REW or FF The VCR will search for the to go to 00 mark on the tape time counter you want when you start at the beginning of the tape Marking a tape for zero search 1 Use PLAY REW or FF to reach for the point on the tape where you want to mark as 0 00 00 2 Press the DISPLAY button to display the tape counter on the screen Press CLEAR to reset the tape counter to 0 00 00 You can continue to play the tape or perform other functions with the VCR Display 0 S D 1 Press the DISPLAY button once to display the tape counter clock and status mode on the TV screen 2 Press the DISPLAY button the second time and only the tape counter remains on the screen 3 Press the DISPLAY button the third time and the tape counter also disappears from the screen and to return to the original display 18 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 23 cb Using advanced features Dayl
7. A Y RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 17 cb Memorizing TV Channels To Memorize Channels Automatically Press the SETUP button as Press the w button to move the cursor 1 TIMER RECORDINGS down to CHANNEL SET Press ENTER to view agis a CHANNEL SET menu LANGUAGE SELECT Select AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH With the cursor at AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH OT n press ENTER to select the type of signal you Signal Type CABLE Channel Change CABI 3 have Select Detect Automatically with the v button Press ENTER and the auto channel search ren Gisignatate starts Cable TV a Antenna Channel number changes successively from 01 137 Detect Automatically to 125 while only broadcasting channels are memorized automatically When the Automatic Channel Set process is completed the first memorized channel is displayed Now scanning channel if Check the memorized channels To check the memorized channels press CH up or down on the remote control To Memorize Channels Manually E To add additional channels without affecting your existing stored channels follow the steps below CHANNELSET Press the SETUP button and select nn Auto Channel Search CHANNEL SET Es ei Channels Signal Type CABLE Select Add Remove Channels Channel Change GHB Select and store a channel Press the NUMBER buttons on the remote Channel 02 control to select the desired channel to store R
8. Front speakers We recommend that the height of the tweeters of the front speakers be at the same height as the listener s ears to the left and right of the TV See speaker positioning example for speaker placement e Center speaker Ideally the center speaker and front speakers would be positioned at the same height Place the center speaker above or below the television e Rear speakers Surround Place left and right surround speakers behind the listening area These speakers help recreate sound motion and atmosphere required for surround playback For optimum sound effects do not place the rear speakers too far behind the listening position Install them at or above the height of the listener s ears It is also effective to point the rear speakers toward a wall or ceiling to further front speaker RA Ronee dis perse the sound a m Right If the room is small and the listeners 2 vee o area is near the rear wall set the O O rear speakers opposite each other about 2 3 feet higher than the As ll listeners ears e Subwoofer Surround Surround Place it an appropriate position See Speaker Left Speaker Right speaker positioning example a 0 Speaker Positioning Example Notes e We recommend that you use magnetic shielded speakers for the front left right speakers and center speaker to prevent video noise from appearing on the TV picture e Use speakers in
9. Move gt Input A Y Video INPUT End SETUP RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM 1 If a recordable tape is not inserted in Stop mode under Power ON Waiting for TIMER RECORDINGS Insert a recordable tape message is displayed on the center of screen for all changes or output conversions incurred during TIMER RECORDINGS SET Page 47 p Set proper recording speed Select SP or SLP with the w or A buttons For more information on recording speed see Using video cassette on page 44 Press the SETUP button to save settings Program has been saved For program recording insert a cassette message is displayed On the reserved time TIMER RECORDINGS starts to operate To Confirm or Cancel TIMER RECORDINGS 1 2 Select Review Cancel Programs from the TIMER RECORDINGS menu with the V or A buttons and press ENTER Recording details are displayed To change timer recording settings use the the w or A buttons to move to the setting you want to change and re enter the new details To erase press the CLEAR button on the position of the details to delete Timer Program Setting Press the PROGRAM button in VCR mode You can set the Timer Program Timer sn Channel 104 Cable Start Date 06 04 Start Time 10 10AM End Time 11 10AM Tape Speed ISP Move lt gt Input A Y Video MINPUTI End SETUP PROGRAM1 ONE TIME Channel 104 Cable Start
10. This unit is compatible with mp3 files recorded on CD R and CD RW discs MP3 38 O OUIRWN Turn on your television and select the channel assigned to this DVD player Press the DVD open OPEN CLOSE button the disc tray opens Place a mp3 disc on the disc tray with the label side up Press the DVD open OPEN CLOSE button the disc tray closes Wait while the unit loads the disc and displays the directory structure on the screen Press the a or V navigation buttons on the remote control to select the file you want to listen to then press the ENTER button to select the file for playback Play and Pause Press the PLAY PAUSE button to start playback and pause playback Search for a track The SEARCH button works on CD audio only To stop playback Press the STOP Ml button To skip to the next or previous file e Press the NEXT gt button on the remote control during playback to skip to the beginning of the next file e Press the e lt PREV button on the remote control during playback to skip to the beginning of the previous file To select a track Input the track number using the numeric buttons to select and play the desired song di The ability of this unit to read mp3 discs is dependent on the followings The Bit Rate must be within 64 256 kbps The maximum number of directories should not exceed 32 The maximum depth level of directories should not exceed 4 File names must incorporate the
11. amplifier From the SETUP menu check the AUDIO items Make sure the TV is turned on Make sure connections are made correctly The unit may be in PAUSE mode A disc is contaminated or may be damaged Check the connection with Dolby Digital amplifier Make sure all cables are securely inserted into the appropriate jacks Some contaminants may be in the connection terminal Check the distance between the remote control and the unit Remove any obstacles between the unit and the remote Battery may be weak or exhausted Make sure you have selected the correct mode e g when you operate DVD press the DVD button to select DVD mode Unplug the power plug and plug it in again Dolby Digital sound can only work with Dolby Digital amplifier Check for a Dolby Digital mark on your DVD Check to make sure connection is correct The DVD disc does not include language information ANGLE only works if the DVDs disc contains multi angle scenes Not all scenes have multiple angles Check the distance between the remote control and the unit Remove any obstacles between the unit and the remote Please check if the battery in the remote control is exhausted The DVD may not contain menu information The disc may be contaminated or may be damaged If you playback a DVD disc of PAL system whose region code is ALL the playback screen may shake The unit only display mp3 file names in Alphabets A Z a z nu
12. in English but has a Spanish SAP e You can only record stereo and SAPs if the program is broadcasted in stereo or has SAP Consult a television guide for program broadcasting information 20 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 25 cb DVD initial setting LANGUAGE Setup E A user can set OSD language Audio Subtitle and Disc Menu Display Audio Ratings 1 In STOP or RESUME STOP mode press the SETUP button to display the DVD SETUP menu Audio English 1 OSD stands for On Screen Display Select Language from the top 2 menu bar with the lt or gt Language Display Audio Rating buttons Audio Default Press the A or w buttons to select SI among Audio dialogue language Subtitle subtitle language DVD Menu disc menu and OSD Language on screen menu language press ENTER to display language options Language Display Audio Ratings for the selected category Subtitle Subtitles Off Z Default gt English French 6 Only those Spanish languages available on the disc will appear as one of Display Audio Ratings the language options ___DVD Menu l Default gt English French Spanish Language Display Audio Ratings OSD Language gt English French Spanish 3 Press the A or w buttons to move the Language Display Audio Rati cursor to the preferred language and press It O ENTER to confir
13. or V buttons to select Make a New Program Press the ENTER button to select Make a new Program Select how often you want the program to be recorded Move the cursor IS to the desired recording type with the w button and press ENTER to select For Timer Recording method details see Various TIMER REC on page 44 Select the broadcasting channel to be recorded with NUMBER buttons If Converter Box and video are connected to the Video Audio terminal set to EXTERNAL INPUT on TIMER REC CH by using the INPUT button SETUP CLOCK SET tas TIMER RECORDINGS CHANNEL SET FUNCTIONS LANGUAGE SELECT Move A Y Select ENTER End SETUP TIMER RECORDINGS tas Make a New Program Review Cancel Programs Move A Y Select ENTER End SETUP How often do you want to record program Ias One Time Daily Sun Sat Weekdays Mon Fri Weekly Once a Week Move A Y Select ENTER End SETUP PROGRAM1 ONE TIME Channel 0 Cable Start Date Start Time AM End Time Tape Speed SP Move gt Input A Y Video INPUT End SETUP When moves to Cable select between Cable and Antenna with the w or A button Set the date and time for recording Select the date start time and end time for recording with the NUMBER buttons PROGRAM1 ONE TIME Channel 104 Cable Start Date SB Start Time AM End Time tee Tape Speed SP
14. the picture audio quality obtainable at the standard recording speed with some of the tape economy of Extended Play On screen display of information pertinent to the features of the VCR One touch recording a feature that allows you to record the program you re watching by pressing the REC key Each press of the key increases the recording time by 30 minutes up to four hours Radio frequency the composite audio video signal supplied to a TV receiver or other video component by an antenna or cable system The plastic tab at the back of a video tape cassette which when removed prevents accidental erasure of a recording Standard play the recording speed to use when the best picture quality is of prime importance and when total recording time is not What is dew condensation symptom e If a VCR is moved from a cool place to a warm and damp place or a place facing a direct cool wind from air conditioner and others temperature varies sharply which makes dew on head drums of VCR If dew condensation occurs 1 First turn it on for one or two hours before using it 2 Do not use it because it may develop troubles of a VCR or videotape How to use a head cleaner e Incase of a old or contaminated videotape screen may not be clean from the contamination of VCR heads Please remove contaminants using a head cleaner like below order 1 Insert a head cleaner into VCR 2 Press PLAY for 5 seconds and then press FF for about 1
15. your setup that have similar tonal characteristics 49 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 54 o Delay Time Setting BM In Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic mode it is assumed that the time it takes the sound from each speaker to reach the listener is the same But if the time interval from the center or rear left and right speakers to the listener is closer than the time interval from the listener to the front Ideal Front Speaker left and right speaker the sound of center or rear left and right na speaker will reach the listener first instead of the sound of the front speakers It is desirable that the sound from the front speakers reach the listener first Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic modes provide speaker time delay adjustments to resolve this problem you can manually set the delay time of the center or rear left and right speakers so that the sound from all speakers will arrive simultaneously to the listener Ideal Surround Speaker Delay Time Setting The interval from the speakers to the listener If the distance from the listener to each speaker is the same in the Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic mode the delay time of each speaker is as follows In Dolby Digital mode Center delay time Oms Rear delay time 5ms In Dolby Pro Logic mode Center delay time no setting Rear delay time 15 30ms If the rear delay time is set in Dolby Digital mode in the Dolby Pro Logic mode the delay time will be set aut
16. 0 seconds PLAY 5 secs FF 10 secs 3 Eject a head cleaner from VCR e If the screen is not clean yet please repeat the above 2 or 3 times more e A head cleaner is not for sale Please ask it for the nearest agent e In case a user ask the removal of contaminants of us the user should pay extra charges 55 _ RTD300 EN 56 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 60 Symptom The player does not play No sound comes through A disc is playing but screen does not appear or poor screen appears Sound is irregular Remote control does not work Dolby Digital sound does not work AUDIO or SUBTITLE button does not work ANGLE button does not work while a DVD is playing MENU does not appear while a DVD is playing e Screen is unstable or appears only in black and white or Subtitle shakes e mp3 CD R file name appears with strange letters e Any mp3 CD R file isn t displayed VVVV VVV VI VV w VVVIV VVVVIVVY VVVY vy Troubleshooting Tips DVD Checks Check the DVD s region code matches that of the unit Region code 1 or All The disc is inserted with the label side facing upwards If it is a CD ROM for PC or DVD ROM it does not work Sound is mute in Slow motion playback or during PAUSE mode There is no sound in abnormal speed play Make sure all cables are securely inserted into the appropriate jacks Check the operative condition of theTV or
17. 36 PM Page 24 Hi Fi Stereo Playback Hi Fi Model only Playing a tape in Hi Fi high quality e Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select among playback qualities Hi Fi LINEAR gt MIX I e Hi Fi signal lights up at the top of a screen e f the Hi Fi sound on the tape is not stable background noise select LINEAR to reduce them Forced Mono e Programs are broadcasted in mono or stereo sound or with a SAP e Press AUDIO repeatedly to select among STEREO MONO and SAP STEREO MONO SAP sd e In some cases the receiving conditions may be poor when receiving stereo or SAP Secondary Audio Programs broadcasting This may causes frequent interference or the volume may become uncontrollable e Press AUDIO in stereo or SAP mode to select mono sound To return to stereo sound either press the AUDIO button again or reselect the channel Recording Stereo or Secondary Audio Programs SAP A e When recording a stereo signal the recording is in Hi Fi mode e SAP is only available for areas with such station services Ci The following guidelines will help you decide on the best method for recording programs Choose Select Stereo reception for normal recordings and for recording stereo broadcasting television Select Mono reception if the stereo signal is weak or when there is interference Select SAP reception to record a second audio program An example of a SAP is a program that is broadcasted
18. 4 Chapter a 2 3 Track y 2 3 4 itle i 3 3 Disc 4 4 Disc Chapter Plays the current chapter repeatedly o Title Plays the current title repeatedly Track Plays the current track repeatedly Disc Plays the current disc repeatedly Random Tracks on the disc will be playback in random order Off Cancel repeat playback mode ra fra fo fo fu 31 Ea RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 36 cb Playing a desired scene Repeating a defined period from A to B DVD VCD CD E Repeating a defined segment on the disc from A to B 1 At the point where you want to start the repeat playback press the A B a button E 7 A mp3 disc can The repeat AB icon appears on the screen and not be repeated from repeat playback start position A is set A to B At the point where you want to end 2 the repeat playback press the A B n button again La The repeat playback end position B is set and a defined segment from A to B will be played repeatedly To cancel repeat playback mode and return to normal playback press the A B button Searching DVD with a title number a chapter number or a time pw e Press the SEARCH button The display shows the total number of titles chapters and the duration of the movie the title window with the or gt buttons Enter the title number to be searched using the NUMBER buttons or the A or Y buttons 1 To search with a title number select
19. CD 8mm MP3 CD R CD RW SP 33 35mm s SLP 11 12mm s SP 2hrs SLP 6hrs use of T 120 tape 12 hrs AM PM 8 programs a year 59 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 64 Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance Cleaning Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth The player CAUTION This system operates with a laser It must be opened by only a qualified technician e Never move the player during playback e Never put more than one discs on a tray or put a disc slipping out of the guide area Handling discs e Do not touch the signal surfaces e Hold discs by the edges or by one edge and the hole e Do not affix labels or adhesive tapes to the label surfaces e Do not scratch or damage the label Discs rotate at high speeds inside the player e Do not use damaged cracked or warped discs Cleaning discs e Dirty discs can cause poor sound and visual quality Always keep discs E clean by wiping them gently with a S RS soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer perimeter Never wipe the disc in a circular motion since circular scratches are likely to occur and could cause noise during playback e If a disc becomes dirty wet a soft cloth in water wring it out well wipe the dirt away gently and then remove any water drops with a dry cloth e Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic agents on discs Also never clean discs with benz
20. Date 06 04 Start Time 10 10AM End Time 11 10AM Tape Speed SP Move lt gt Input A Y Video MINPUTI End SETUP Program 1 has been saved For program recording insert a cassette TIMER RECORDINGS Make a New Program ls Review Cancel Programs Move A Y End SETUP Select ENTER PROGRAM1 ONE TIME Channel 104 Cable Start Date 06 04 Start Time 10 10AM End Time 11 10AM Tape Speed SP Cancel CLEAR End SETUPS Move A Y Before timer program setting clock must be set to the correct time and video mode must be selected a 43 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 48 o Timer nad Various TIMER RECORDINGS One Time The TIMER RECORDINGS setting will only be activated at the specified time once Daily The TIMER RECORDINGS of the desired program will be recorded daily from Sunday to Saturday Weekday TIMER RECORDINGS is activated at the same time from Monday to Friday Weekly TIMER RECORDINGS is activated weekly at the same time and day as specified in the program Using video cassettes Before you play or record on a video cassette tape be certain to read this information on proper care and use of video cassettes Only use video cassettes that bear the VHS mark VHS There are four types of video cassettes T 60 T 90 T 120 and T 160 The amount you can record on a tape is dependent upon the tape speed at which you record The table below lists the recording time hours minutes for each t
21. GE INSIDE ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT THE PRODUCT SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM BACK OF PRODUCT TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF DANGEROUS SIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 5 Contents Product Information FCC Information Content liana e aaa 1 Identification of Controls 2 Remote Control iii 5 Installation Connecting With TV i 7 FM AM Antenna connection 0 8 Speaker system connection 9 Connecting with Other Video Equipment 10 Quiput selecti i pipi 11 CLOCK Set criari 12 VCR Operation Memorizing TV Channels 13 VCR Playback i 15 Using advanced features 16 Hi Fi Stereo Playback Hi Fi Model only 20 DVD Setup DVD initial setting LANGUAGE Setup 21 DISPLAY Setup 22 AUDIO Setup sis ioana 24 RATINGS Setup oooococcnnononcnnnoconcninoconcnnosos 26 DVD Operation DVD Playback 28 Playing a desired scene 30 Confirming the current PLAY mode on screen 34 AUDIO language SUBTITLE language and 3D AUDIO 36 ZOOM Multi Angle and Digest play 37 About Mp3 disCS uain 38 Displaying menus in a disc
22. IO Selecting an audio language DVD BM The user may select an audio language and subtitle language if a disc includes Multiple languages T Certain discs Press the AUDIO button to display audio 1 4 AC 3 5 1Ch English may not support information available on the DVD disc audio select or If a DVD disc includes audio information press the 4 subtitle select or w buttons to select the desired audio language Press the AUDIO button to confirm your selection English ENG French FRE Spanish SPA etc Selecting a subtitle language DVD Press the SUBTITLE button to display subtitle information available on the DVD disc If a DVD disc includes subtitle information press the A or w buttons to select the desired subtitle language Press the SUBTITLE button to confirm your selection English ENG French FRE Spanish SPA etc 1 4 Subtitles Off Selecting Sound Fields DVD VCD CD E Sound Fields and Graphics Equalizer can be set to create digital sound effects that resemble sounds in a real environment Different modes will give you different feel of size and type of listening environment To toggle among sound field selections press the SOUND FIELD button repeatedly in playback mode DVD mode DVD only for 2CH OFF PROLOGIC Il gt MOVIE gt MUSIC MATRIX OFF VCD CD mp3 OFF PROLOGIC Il MOVIE MUSIC MATRIX CLASSIC HALL THEATER gt OFF e That fu
23. IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER THOMSON INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How State Law relates to warranty e Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your unit outside the United States e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser 61 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 66 What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e One year from date of purchase for labor and parts e The warranty
24. PM Page 10 cb Remote A Instructions in using remote control e Operate the remote control within 7m from the unit e Do not press 2 two buttons at the same time Keep the unit away from humid and dusty areas Accessories Remote Control 2 Batteries RF cable Audio Video nz Composite Cable Safety Leaflet Quick Connection Guide AM antenna FM antenna Unpacking The Speakers one set of speakers including 1 set of left and right front speakers 1 centre speaker 1 subwoofer and 1 set of left and right rear speakers Front Speakers Center Speakers e 1X green black wire for center speaker A e 1Xred black wire for front right Rear Speakers speaker Surround Sound e 1X white black wire for front left speaker uu To purchase accessories not supplied with the unit contact your nearest dealer or service center Owner s manual and warranty are not sold additionally e 1X purple black wire for subwoofer e 1X blue black wire for rear left speaker e 1X gray black wire for rear right speaker RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 11 Connecting with TV E During initial setup the RF output channel for video is set to CH 3 This setting can be changed from the Channel SET screen in VCR operation refer to page 13 E To see the picture from this unit set your TV to CH3 once the RF cable is connected Various methods in connecting with TV lt O
25. RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 2 IMPORTADOR Comercializadora Thomson de M xico S A de C V Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57 Col Ampliaci n Granada C P 11529 Mexico D F Telefono 55 25 81 53 20 R F C CTM 980723 KS5 0151 EXPORTER Thomson Inc P O Box 1976 Indianapolis IN 46206 1976 2003 Thomson Inc Trademark s O Registered Marca s Registrada s Marque s Depos e 55814590 EN F E Www rca com www rca com LatinAmerica Printed in China Impreso en China RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 3 DVD CD VCR DIGITAL HOME THEATRE SYSTEM I four head hi fi M Ho E S E BISA Ge Hed RTD300 It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo RTD300 EN 2 36 PM 7 25 03 Page 4 FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation In accordance with FCC requirements changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc could void the user s authority to operate this product This device generates and uses radio frequency RF energy an
26. Setup on page 48 DVD initial DI Speaker Setup Left Center Right Type Small Type Small Type Large Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB ha Delay 0 ms Delay 2 ms Delay 0 ms Speaker Setup Default Type Small Type On LPFOnh Type Small Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB Delay 0 ms Delay 0 L Surr SUB W R Surr Select A Y lt 1 Level lt lt gt gt Test Tone gt Il Delay lt lt bi Speaker Setup LEFT CENTER RIGHT Type Small Type Small Type Small Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB Delay 0 ms Delay 0 ms Delay 2 ms Speaker Setup Default Type Small Type On Type Small Level 0 0 dB Level 0 0 dB Delay 0 ms Level 0 0 dB Delay 0 ms L SURR SUB W R SURR Select A Y lt gt Level lt lt gt gt Test Tone gt Il Delay lt lt gt gt 25 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 30 RATINGS Setup e Parental Control restricts the type of discs that can be played on the DVD VCR according to their ratings Discs that do not fall within the rating limits can not be played unless the rating password is entered The initial password is 3308 In case you forget newly input password you can use 3308 as a password 6 Parental Lock gt can only be activated if e A password has been set and the unit is in Lock mode e the disc has a rating assigned 26 1 3 p In STOP or RESUME STOP m
27. TV screen RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 27 E DVD initial l Language Display Audio Ratings Screen Saver e On If a screen remains on the TV display for a period of time the TV can be acne un damaged Set the screen saver to On and gt On the screensaver will start automatically if the unit remains in resume stop stop or pause status for about 5 minutes The DVD logo moves continuously on the screen e Off Turns off the screen saver feature Video Out You can also Language Audio Ratings select and de e Progressive Select Progressive to activate select progressive progressive scan scan by pressing and e Component Select Component you have Video Out Progressive holding the P SCAN P P y Component button on the remote connected the Component Out jacks gt S Video control e S Video Select S Video if you have made a S Video connection and want to set it as the output format 23 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM AUDIO Setup Page 28 DVD initial E Audio settings can be adjusted to match the speakers connected with the unit Si z Il e E E e Soot E e E IE CE C Y fr a a a m TUNNG amp SEARCH EE MEMORY SPEEDIANGLE MUTE CLKICNT TVNCR SLEEP TVINPUT 5 Do not adjust Speaker Type and speaker Distance settings if you are using the speakers provided with this unit Adjust the speaker settings only if
28. a No 57 Col Ampliaci n Granada C P 11529 Mexico D F Telefono 55 25 81 53 20 RFC CTM 980723 KS5 For Your Safety The AC power plug is polarized one blade is wider than the other and only fits into AC power outlets one way If the plug won t go into the outlet completely turn lt 8 a the plug over and try to insert it the other way If it still won t fit contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet or use a different one Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT For Your Records In the event that service should be required you may need both the model number and the serial number In the space below record the date and place of purchase and the serial number Model No Remote Control No Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Serial No Service Information This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques For instructions on how to obtain service refer to the warranty included in this Guide A THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROW HEAD WITHIN THE x A i TI 3 N RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS IN A THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS VOLTA
29. activated 1 Press the TITLE PBC or MENU Select the desired title with the 2 A V 4 or gt buttons and press ENTER to start playing the selected title 30 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 35 cb Playing a desired scene Playing a programmed order DVD VCD CD In stop mode press the PROGRAM ai button Track 0g 00 02 08 The CD Playlist screen appears Use the A or w buttons to move the cursor to the track you want to add to the playlist Press the ENTER button to add it to the ve Playlist The track will be displayed on the Ua to to lt nr bottom right box Track List gt Track 015 00 05 12 Press the lt lt or gt buttons to select Play and gt Track 018 o press ENTER to begin program playback Press the lt or gt buttons to select Clear AU and press ENTER to clear CD Playlist Play ma an Tra Clear All de oio gt Track 015 Use A Y arrows to find a e ENTER to ac oa from Ise gt gt arrows to select a button oF or ES Then titles and chapters track are played in the above programmed order To exit from Program Play mode press the SETUP button in Program menu screen 2 After creating the playlist press the PLAY button Repeating a defined period DVD VCD CD MP3 Press the REPEAT button in playback mode and select the repeat period by using the A or V buttons DVD CD 1 4 0ff o 1 3 0ff a 2
30. ape type according to recording speed Tape Type SP Mode Standard Play SLP Mode Extended Play T 60 1 00 3 00 T 90 1 30 4 30 T 120 2 00 6 00 T 160 2 40 8 00 ll Protecting video cassettes from accidental erasure Cassettes have a safety tab to prevent erasure Break off the safety tab with a screw driver If you wish to record on a cassette without a safety tab cover the hole with cellophane tape i Inserting video cassettes Firmly insert the cassette into the cassette compartment with the label side up An inverted cassette cannot be inserted Removing video cassettes Press EJECT on the front panel and the VCR will eject the tape Pull the cassette out gently 5 e Audio visual material may include works of copyright which must not be recorded without authorization of the copyright owner e If you insert a video cassette without a safety tab into the unit After setting the timer recording program E will blink on the display panel in power off mode and the unit will automatically eject the cassette In power on mode the unit will playback automatically If you insert a video cassette with a safety tab into the unit After setting the timer recording program the unit will enter stand by mode in power off mode Donot attempt to pull out the video cassette once the unit begins to load the video cassette e Do not insert fingers or any foreign objects beyond the door flaps of the cassette compartment th
31. button DVD VCR Use to highlight a selection on the menu and adjust certain settings RADIO Adjust the volume DVD Menu button ENTER Confirm selections on a menu screen button DVD ZOOM button VCR TIMER RECORDING button DVD program button DVD VCR Forward Reverse Search button RADIO Scan all available radio stations Play Pause button VCR Record button STEP FORWARD REVERSE button DVD Chapter Title Time Search button DVD Subtitle Select button RADIO Switch between AM or FM button DVD Repeat Playback button DVD REPEAT a defined period from A to B button SOUND MUTE button DVD VCR Clock Counter button Power button TV SELECT button 100 P SCAN button VCR Used to enter three digit numbers DVD Switches to P Scan mode DVD VCR OSD Display button RADIO FM AM Select button VCR Channel Up Down button RADIO Tune to the presetted stations DVD Angle VCR Record Speed button Stop MEMORY Enter the number of a selected chapter track station or channel button DVD PREVIOUS move to the previous chapter or track Next Move to the next chapter or track button VCR Frame Advance button in pause mode DVD SOUND FIELD button DVD AUDIO Language Select VCR AUDIO Select button RADIO Set FM Mode to Stereo or Mono sound DVD Sound LEVEL button DVD DELAY button sleep button TV VCR Select TV INPUT button VCR Tracking a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36
32. commercial purposes e A unit purchased or serviced outside Canada e Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage 62 p Limited warranty Canada Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The retum of the card is not required for warranty coverage Limitation of Warranty e THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY e REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER THOMSON MULTIMEDIA LTD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE PROVINCIAL LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How Provincial Laws relates to warranty e This warranty gives you specific legal rights which are in addition to statutory warranties that may vary from Province to Province If you purchased your unit outside Canada e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information Service calls which do not inv
33. d if not installed and used properly this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which you can determine by unplugging the unit try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Re orient the receiving antenna that is the antenna for the radio or television that is receiving the interference e Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving interference e Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits If these measures do not eliminate the interference please consult your dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Also the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Please specify stock number 004 000 00345 4 when ordering copies This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J Applicable at the date of manufacture Technical Specification Product DVD VCR Home Theatre System Brand RCA Model RTD300 Electrical current consumption Power Supply 120V 60Hz Power consumption 95 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de M xico S A de C V Miguel de Cervantes Saavedr
34. disc The laser mechanism corresponds to the cartridge and stylus of a record player Although this product incorporates a laser pick up lens it is completely safe when operated according to directions e Discs rotate at high speed inside the player Do not use damaged warped or cracked discs e Do not touch the pick up lens which is located inside the disc compartment Also to keep dust from collecting on the pick up lens do not leave the compartment door open for an extended period of time If the lens becomes dirty clean it with a soft brush or use an air blower brush designed for camera lenses e The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping and splashing Headset safety e Do not play your headset at a high volume Hearing experts warn against extended high volume play e If you experience a ringing in your ears reduce volume or discontinue use e You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations e Even if your headset is an open air type designed to let you hear outside sounds don t turn up the volume so high that you are unable to hear what is around you Don t infringe This product should only be used for the purposes for which it is sold that is entertainment violating no copyright law Any attempts to use this product for which it is not intended is unlawful and therefore not condoned by Thomson The descriptions and characteristics given in this docu
35. do not want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically Switch the VCR to TV or VCR mode automatically BM This feature controls whether the TV VCR changes to VCR mode automatically when the VCR is turned on The purpose of this switch is to avoid interference between an incoming antennal signal and the output of your VCR Press the SETUP button to display the SETUP menu Move the cursor down to FUNCTIONS using the w button and press ENTER to display the FUNCTIONS menu Move the cursor down to select Auto TV VCR and press ENTER to select pra T between ON and OFF tar Auto TV VCR ON ndex searci Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to Go To Search VCR mode when the VCR is turned on or Move A W Select ENI when a cassette is inserted This cuts off End SETUP other incoming signals that may cause interference Note This is only applicable if you have connected the RF cable to the ANT IN jack on your TV and RF OUT jacks on your VCR Your VCR must also be set to channel 3 on your TV Select OFF if you want the VCR to remain in TV mode This is useful if you watch your VCR on the TV s video input and you don t want your antenna cable signal interrupted by the VCR 16 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 21 cb Using advanced aie Searching a cassette tape for programs indexing E When you record a programs the VCR places an index mark at the start of each recording To sea
36. e 27 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 32 bh DVD Playback DVD initial stingy Press the gt button to turn on the unit Press the DVD button to select DVD mode Press the OPEN CLOSE button to open the disc tray Place a disc firmly on the disc tray with the labelled side facing upwards Insert the disc and press the OPEN CLOSE button to close the tray The disc tray is closed and after checking the disc s condition Playback or Stop function starts to operate Lei a Cee For playback press the PLAY PAUSE button e Inthe case of DVD DVD menus and titles are displayed on the TV screen e In the case of S VCD and VCD2 0 the menus are displayed on TV screen and it is converted into PBC AQ A Playback Back Control mode nemo Es E ES E In the case of CD VCD1 1 and mp3 de de de e the disc plays in the order of its track numbers Track 012 00 ds 30 Use A VY arrows to fir Tera Prest ENTER to start a a track Press ENTER to start E a track CD01 DETA MP3 T 000 199 E 00 00 52 Use A VY arrows to CD mp3 To stop playback press the M button To pause playback press the PLAY PAUSE button in playback mode Press again to resume playback Press the OPEN CLOSE button to open and close 5 the disc tray to remove the disc 28 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 33 cb DVD initial setting Various Playback Methods EN El For fast f
37. e exclusive video channel CH3 or Signal Type CABLE CH4 tas Channel Change EAB 14 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 19 VCR Playback aq ss y This DVD Video system is equipped with an auto detector that can detect contamination on tape heads If the tape head is contaminated a notice shows on the display If this occurs rub the heads with a head cleaner Refer to How to use a head cleaner for details Press the button to power on the unit Press the VCR button on the remote control to select VCR mode Insert the desired tape To start playback press the PLAY button If the picture jumps or is in poor quality adjust the tracking manually with the TRACKING or button To stop playback press the M button To pause playback press the PLAY PAUSE button in playback mode Press again to resume DS WIN Press the EJECT button on the front panel or the OPEN CLOSE 5 button on the remote control to eject the tape Various Playback Methods E For fast forward or fast reverse playback press gt or lt during Playback E Fora still picture press PLAY during playback to watch the desired screen in pause mode E For slow motion playback press the button in play mode to watch the desired screen in the slow forward playback NOTE VCR does not support Slow Reverse Playback BM If you want to watch a series of screen
38. e player will not play this disc This player will play DVD discs made for ALL regions Therefore this player will play DVD discs marked with labels containing the region number 1 or ALL Region 1 Region ALL Terms related with DVD DVD A DVD abbreviation of Digital Versatile Disc or Digital Video Disc can include 135 minutes of video information And for audio it can hold up to 8 kinds of languages and 32 kinds of subtitle languages By using MPEG 2 video compression and digital 3D surround sound DVD realizes high defined screen and quality sound like a movie theater CDDA A CDDA abbreviation of Compact disc digital audio is a music disc that is currently used mp3 Audio compression format that enables audio files to be stored and transferred on a computer with a relatively small file size It enables you to enjoy CD quality music Short for MPEG 1 Layer 3 PBC This is recorded on a Video CD 2 0 Video CD 3 0 SVCD and CVD The scenes or information to be viewed or listened to can be selected interactively with the TV monitor by looking at the menu shown on the TV monitor It stands for PlayBack Control 53 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 CHAPTER TITLE TRACK dts Multi Angle PCM Dolby Digital Bitstream Lt Rt Downmix S VIDEO COMPONENT 2 36 PM Page 58 cb About id It means the information recorded in a DVD A title in a DVD is divided into many tracks of which a track is called as a chapte
39. ene thinner or other volatile solvents which may cause damage to disc surface Disc lens care e When your disc lens gets dirty it can also cause the system to output poor sound and visual quality To clean the lens you will need to purchase a disc lens cleaner which can maintain the output sound and visual quality of your system For instructions on cleaning the disc lens refer to the ones accompanying the lens cleaner Important battery information e Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month e Discard leaky batteries immediately as leaking batteries may cause skin burns or other personal injuries e Dispose of batteries in the proper manner according to provincial and local regulations e Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different 60 p Care and Maintenance battery type if inserted incorrectly if all batteries are not replaced at the same time if disposed of in fire or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged Safety precautions e Never open the cabinet under any circumstances Any repairs or internal adjustments should be made only by a trained technician e Never operate this product with the cabinet removed e Do not touch the player with wet hands If any liquid enters the player cabinet take the player to a trained technician for inspection e This player uses a laser to read the data on the
40. et stations will be cleared RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 51 Listening to the radio BM To set preset radio stations first see Presetting radio stations on the previous page Press the FM AM button until the AM or FM indicator appears on the display window The last received station is tuned in Press the PRESET or buttons repeatedly to select the preset station you want Adjust the volume by rotating the VOLUME knob on the front panel or pressing the VOL or VOL buttons repeatedly until the desired volume level is reached To turn off the radio Press POWER to turn the unit off or select another function mode DVD VCR VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 To listen to non preset radio stations e Use manual or automatic tuning in step 2 e For manual tuning press the TUNING or buttons repeatedly e For automatic tuning press and hold the TUNING or buttons for about two seconds 47 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 52 Speaker Setup for enjoying the surround sound effect Surround Sound Audio Components DTS Digital Surround Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic technologies can be used to enjoy 3 dimensional sound effects with video image We recommend you use the following devices e Hi Fi Stereo VCR to play the program sources e Large screen TV monitor for a high quality video image e Use the program sources e g LD DVD VIDEO TAPE etc labeled with DTS Digital Surround
41. f the videotape is recorded on another product or old one streaks may appear on the screen Try to adjust the screen with the TRACKING buttons Try to use a head cleaner Try to use a head cleaner Try to adjust the screen with the TRACKING buttons 57 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 62 Symptom vyvjy v VWWYWWWw Y VIVV VVVY v yv v VI VY v Troubleshooting Tips VCR Check whether a channel is fixed on video If not you have to turn it into TV by pressing the VCR INPUT button Check the timer recording information to make sure it is correct Make sure RF cables inputted antenna connection is correctly Does a CH number selected in display section appear Make sure the safety tab on the tape is not broken If it is use scotch tape to tape it Check whether the screen is displayed in VCR Only Channel Press the VCR INPUT button on the remote control to adjust General Broadcast condition Make sure the RF cable is connected to the ANT IN terminal Make sure the clock is right Make sure the timer recording info is right Make sure the safety tab on the tape is not broken If it is use scotch tape to tape it Make sure the cable data output code connection is correct Were a converter manufacturer setup and output channel right Did you enter a password Please cancel it Make sure the player is turned on You may not memorize channels Please check your channel
42. gnal is only available from Composite Video Out jack and RF Out You must always connect these to the TV in order to set up and use your unit Subwoofer Pre Output Jack Connect an active subwoofer to improve bass performance especially in a large room A V Output Jack A V Input 2 Jack A V Input 1 Jack Connection to TV Required connection for VCR operation Connect on end of the RF cable to the RF Out Jack on the back of the unit and the other end to the ANT IN jack on the back of your TV FM Antenna Jack RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 9 E es E e9 lt e oa amp SEARCH O es Qi gt l REC MEMORY SPEEDIANGLE I I o 1 1 ag n a O SA SUBTITLE AUDIO SOUND FELD all a KE I LI 63 ETTI e9 A MUTE CLKICNT E p l m oo Cd milpur ll 6 EI Child Lock VCR mode Press the power O button on the remote control for about 8 seconds No buttons on the front panel and the remote control can be operated now and the Lock indicator L 0 1 will be displayed on the window display To release child lock press the power button on the remote control for about 8 seconds A WIN FP o JU Wu Pow Q 3 AU oN K XK p Remote Control DVD Open Close button VCR Eject button DVD SELECT button VCR SELECT button DVD VCR Number button button CLEAR button SETUP button DVD Title PBC
43. he reserved time It is not possible to watch one cable TV program while recording another program simultaneously e g Record NBC program while watching CNN for program Owing to mechanical features of converter it is unavailable of simultaneous reception of two channels 4 45 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 50 Presetting the radio stations BM 50 preset stations are available for storing FM and AM stations Before tuning make sure that you have 46 turned the volume down to its minimum Press the FM AM button until the FM or AM indicator appears in the display window Press the FM AM button repeatedly to select between FM and AM frequencies Press and hold the TUNING or buttons for about two seconds until the frequency indication starts to change then release Scanning stops when the DVD Receiver has tuned to a station Press the MEMORY button A preset number shows on the display Press the PRESET or button to select the preset number you want Press the MEMORY button again The station is stored VI eA GW N 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 Tune to a station with a weak signal Press the TUNING or button repeatedly in step 2 to tune to the station manually To clear all the memorized stations Press and hold the MEMORY button for about three seconds CLEAR ALL appears on the display window Press the MEMORY button again and the pres
44. he side with the transparent window should be facing upwards Have you inserted a videotape again just after the tape was ejected Try it again after fully ejecting it When a videotape is forced to be ejected the tape may not be inserted In this case pull out an outlet and then push the tape smoothly A safe mode to protect the videotape is operated automatically Pull out the tape and insert it again If the product has been in use for a long time a videotape may not be ejected because the film might be stretched In this case pull out the power plug for about 10minutes and then press the 4 button Check your antenna s connection TV channel should be fixed on video channel 3 or 4 Check to see if your antenna signal is weak If it is connect a frequency amplifier to the device Press the TV VCR button and VCR is displayed on the display panel While in no use of VCR was it turned on Are you watching another channel while recording Select TV by pressing the TV VCR button on remote control Some noise or blot may appear at the beginning of the videotape or in resume PAUSE mode which are not breakdown Press TRACKING for better screen Videotape may be poor so try another one Use a head cleaner to clean VCR heads VCR heads may be contaminated VCR signals are not stable like TV signals the screen may be unstable or curved while playing To fix this problem use horizontal adjustment I
45. he unit Headphone jack RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 7 o Operation Display Window Oo AA HD U 4 U Identification of Gaa Speaker setup indicator Memorised TV broadcasting channel or radio stations Chapter indicator Track indicator Sleep time indicator Playback disc indicator Dolby Digital indicator Prologic Il indicator Playback indicator QUEI iiEoa dei o Pause indicator DTS indicator DSP indicator PBC Playback Control indicator FM Stereo indicator Mute indicator Random playback indicator aste Repeat playback indicator RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 8 Rear Panel n Identification of j 1 Power Cord Jack for supplying power to the unit Connect to a wall outlet Analog 5 1 Speaker Out Jack Connect each of the speaker wires to the satellite speakers Speaker cords 1 for each speaker are needed for connection When connecting the speakers make sure the polarities side of the speaker wire to on the receiver of speaker wires and terminals are matched Connection to Antenna Cable Connect a coaxial cable from your cable wall outlet or antenna to the ANT IN jack on the back of your DVD VCR unit 4 AM Antenna Jack 5 S Video Output Jack DVD only o D COMPONENT Progressive Out Jack DVD only To obtain better screen quality connect the unit to a TV or monitor with a COMPONENT 480i or 480p input Note VCR si
46. his 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 One Touch timer Recording OTR BM To start recording the current TV program while it is being watched follow the procedures below The recording time increases by 30 minutes every time REC is pressed 1 First follow the steps 1 to 4 in Recording With VCR 2 Press the REC button repeatedly to select recording options See the Recording Times Table below Once continuous recording until you press the STOP button Twice recording for 30 mins from current time 3 times recording for 1 hour 9 Olii recording for 4 hours rta returns to continuous recording Pressing REC once 3 To stop recording press and hold the STOP button more than 5 seconds 41 _ RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 46 cb Timer Recordings TIMER RECORDINGS E Tum on the TV BM Make sure that current time is set correctly on the DVD VCR BM Insert a recordable tape with its safety tab in place El Prior to the setting press the VCR button select VCR mode 42 1 Press the SETUP button and select TIMER RECORDINGS from the SETUP menu Move the cursor ES to TIMER RECORDINGS with w and press the ENTER button Press the A
47. ight Saving Time Press the SETUP button and select CLOCK SET ENE from the SETUP menu Move the cursor down to Auto DST with the w button Press ENTER to switch between ON and OFF Time and Date Set Select ON if you want the VCR s clock to a AT automatically adjust to daylight saving time Select OFF if you do not want the VCR s clock Move A W Select ENTER to adjust to daylight saving time End MN G SPRING Forward Fall Backward In the Spring daylight saving time begins on the first Sunday in April Because the clock automatically changes from 2 00 AM to 3 00 AM forward one hour remember to include the extra hour for timer recording falling within this time frame In the Autumn daylight saving time ends on the last Sunday in October The VCR clock automatically changes from 2 00 AM to 1 00 AM back one hour Therefore it can affect your recording length Changing the on screen menu language E You may select the language of the VCR s menu English Spanish or French CLOCK SET 1 Press the SETUP button and select LANGUAGE SELECT from the SETUP TIMER RECORDINGS CHANNEL SET menu FUNCTIONS The LANGUAGE SELECT menu is displayed E Move AW Select ENTER End SETUP Select among English Spanish or 2 French by pressing the A or V gt language buttons san Press ENTER to confirm your eas selection End SETUP 19 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2
48. indicator lights on the front panel The remote control will operate VCR functions To Select Watch Modes or External Input Press the VCR INPUT button To toggle and select VCR PLAYBACK BROADCASTING RECEPTION or EXTERNAL INPUT press the VCR INPUT button repeatedly 11 RTD300 EN 12 7 25 03 2 36 PM Clock Set BM Set TV to your selected channel CH3 or CH4 or the AV input you have cio e e Page 16 1 2 chosen procedures below Press the SETUP button to view SETUP menu With the cursor ta at CLOCK SET press ENTER to view CLOCK SET menu From the CLOCK SET menu select Time and Date Set by pressing the ENTER button Set the current date and time with the A V lt 4 gt buttons or the NUMBER button For DATE SET follow the order of Month Day Year for TIME SET follow the order of Hour Minute When CLOCK SET is complete press the SETUP button E Press VCR on the remote control to select VCR mode and follow the SETUP ls CLOCK SET TIMER RECORDINGS CHANNEL SET FUNCTIONS LANGUAGE SELECT Move A Y Select ENTER End SETUP CLOCK SET Is Time and Date Set Auto DST ON Move A Y End SETUP Select ENTER CLOCK SET Time i hh mm Date 20 Move End SETUP Input A Y CLOCK SET Time 11 01 AM Date 05 24 2003 Sat mm dd yy Move gt End SETUP Input
49. is could lead to injury or equipment damage e Do not attempt to insert a video cassette if the unit is unplugged a 44 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 49 o Watching and Recording Cable TV To Watch and Record Cable TV Simultaneously 1 Power on the converter and select the channel to watch or to record Power on the DVD video and set the channel of the DVD video to the converter connected channel CH03 04 EXTERNAL INPUT Power on the TV and set the channel to the video connected channel CHO3 04 VCR Simultaneous Recording and Watching The CH selected on the converter is displayed on TV screen Press the REC button on the DVD Video to record the CH selected on the converter and press the REC button more than 2 times to select One Touch timer Recording OTR TIMER RECORDINGS of Cable TV 1 Reserve VCR Follow the procedures under Timer Recording on page 42 CH3 or CH4 EXTERNAL INPUT where the converter connected channel is set should be entered as the video channel Enter the date and time of the cable program TIMER RECORDINGS Adjust Converter Set converter to the cable TV channel to be recorded For example to record CH48 select CH48 with the CONVERTER CHANNEL SELECT buttons If TIMER RECORDING is set to record converter channel it is available of reservation Complete Reservation When the converter is turned on video powers on automatically and starts recording at t
50. ker Rear speaker right left left surround Pour ne ws Piu okol o O AUDIO a o O o MAS WOOFER OUT Q FM Q VIDEO q Subwoofer un Optional Rear speaker Center speaker right surround You can connect an active subwoofer to the WOOFER OUT connector using a monaural audio cord not supplied to improve bass performance especially in a large room When you connect an active subwoofer disconnect the woofer from the WOOFER speaker connector Subwoofer 5 e Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate terminal on the component to and to If the cords are reversed the sound will be distorted and will lack bass e If you use front speakers with low maximum input rating adjust the volume carefully to avoid excessive output on the speakers Do not disassemble the front cover of supplied speaker RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 14 b Connecting with Other Equipment BM You can connect a wide variety of audio video equipment to your DVD Video system including an additional VCR Laser Disc Player DVD Player Camcorder Satellite Receiver or Video Game Since all of these devices use essentially the same connections they will be described together Connection with other audio video equipment ANT INPUT Y AUDIO VIDEO Cable AN OUTPUT DO 1 Use the Audio Vide
51. m Audio Default English gt French Spanish Note If the selected language is not available on a disc the disc s default language will be chosen instead 21 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 26 cb DISPLAY Setup BM Auser can set up a connected TV condition and screen 22 1 DVD initial Se In STOP or RESUME STOP mode Language Display Audio Ratings press the SETUP button to display the DVD SETUP menu Press the lt or gt buttons to select Display from the top menu bar Aspect Ratio Letter Box 4 3 Press the A or w buttons to Languae Display Audio Ratings select among Display settings Press ENTER to show the options available for each display setting Aspect Ratio Widescreen 16 9 i gt Letter Box 4 3 Pan amp Scan 4 3 Select among display setting options using the A or V buttons Press ENTER to confirm your selection Aspect Ratio Language Display Audio Ratings e Letterbox 4 3 The movies will be played in their original height to width ube ni ae ratio aspect ratio The entire frame of Video Out Pan amp Scan 4 3 the movie can be seen on the TV screen but black bars may show on the top and bottom of the screen Widescreen 16 9 Only choose this setting if your TV is a widescreen TV or Images may appear distored Pan amp Scan 4 3 Only the center of the original screen will be shown on the
52. mbers 0 9 special symbols on the keyboard E and has a maximum of 10 letters The letters except above case will be displayed like If the surface of the disk is damaged the file display and playback may be impossible gt RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 61 Symptom Power On does not work It does not work even in Power On mode A videotape is not inputted in The videotape is ejected after it is inserted A videotape can not be ejected A channel on video and a play screen does not appear Noise screen noise appears on screen Noise appears on screen after recording There is noise during playback Sound and screen are irregular There is sound but screen does not appear Screen is irregular and stripes appears The Screen Error message is displayed on the screen While recording and playing the top of screen extremely waves A screen is not clear The screen is unstable in pause mode or the screen is no clear in slow motion playback v VVY Vv VV VVVIVV IY vi vvv VVivv y Troubleshooting Tips VCR Checks Make sure the power plug is plugged into an electrical outlet Make sure a videotape is inserted Try unplugging the power plug and plugging it back in again Make sure the power plug is plugged into an electrical outlet Make sure a videotape is inserted Make sure the videotape is inserted in correctly t
53. ment are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee In order to provide the highest quality product possible we reserve the right to make any improvement or modification without prior notice The English version serves as the final reference on all products and operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 65 What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e One year from date of purchase for labor and parts e The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do e Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit e Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit How you get service e Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio Service Center ask your dealer look in the Yellow Pages or call 1 800 336 1900 e Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental e Pick up your unit when repairs are completed e Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presen
54. nction is ineffective to a DVD disc supporting 5 1 Audio channel amp DTS VCR mode OFF gt PROLOGIC Il MOVIE MUSIC MATRIX gt CLASSIC HALL gt THEATER gt OFF RADIO mode OFF gt PROLOGIC II MOVIE MUSIC MATRIX CLASSIC HALL gt THEATER gt OFF 36 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 41 ZOOM Multi Angle and Digest play Using the zoom function VCD DVD EN E A picture can be magnified by about 2 4 or 8 times the actual size In playback or still mode press the ZOOM q button repeatedly until the picture magnifies to the desired level The picture is magnified 2 times X2 4 times X4 gt 8 times X8 OFF To view other sections of the current picture press the a v 4 or gt button Different Angle DVD E If a DVD disc includes multi angle information a scene can be viewed in multiple angles Press the ANGLE button to display angle information available on the DVD disc If a DVD disc includes multi angle information press the A or w buttons to select the desired angle Press the ANGLE button to confirm your selection The angle screen appears on the display to show the current angle number and the total number of angles available If this feature is not available on the DVD disc Not available is displayed 37 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 42 b About mp3 discs Playing a disc containing mp3 files mp3
55. nection provides better quality picture than composite video type Optional DVD only If your TV has a S Video jack use a S Video cable not supplied to enjoy higher quality pictures Connect a S Video cable to the S Video Out jack on the back of the DVD Video and the S Video jack on the back of the TV Note Be sure to change the TV input on your TV when switching between DVD and Video mode FM AM Antenna connection AM loop antenna supplied AM cee gr WTO o CJ RF OUT DA ojojo e VIDEO 0 ollo FM wire antenna supplied To listen to radio broadcast connect the FM and AM antenna supplied with your unit e Connect the AM loop antenna to the AM antenna connector e Connect the supplied FM wire antenna to the FM antenna connector on the back of the DVD Video player or connect a coaxial 75 cable not supplied to the wall socket and to the FM antenna connector e To prevent interference keep the AM loop antenna away from DVD Receivers and other components that causes dI interference e If the FM wire antenna is connected be sure to fully extend and keep it as horizontal as possible RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 13 cb Speaker system connection Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals and those of the cords To obtain the best possible surround sound adjust the speaker parameters distance level etc EN Front speaker Front spea
56. o Composite cable to connect the Audio Video Out jack on another video equipment to the Audio Video In jack on the rear panel or front panel of DVD Video system 2 Use the RF cable to connect the ANT IN jack on your TV to the REOUT jack on the DVD Video system To record contents from another video equipment with the DVD Video system insert a recording tape with the recording tab attached into the unit How to Copy Edit Tape from Other Video Equipment 1 Turn on the unit 2 Press the VCR INPUT button on the remote control to select among VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 on the TV screen Select the one that pertains to the video equipment that you want to record Press PLAY on the additional video equipment that you want to record Press the REC button on the unit to begin recording contents from the selected video equipment Press the Pause button on the unit to stop recording temporarily Press again to resume Caution If the unit remains in pause mode for more than 5 minutes it will stop automatically to protect the tape from being damaged 10 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 15 Output Select To Select DVD Press the DVD button Press DVD to select DVD mode the DVD indicator lights on the front panel The remote control can then be used to access DVD functions To Select VCR Press the VCR button Press the VCR button to select VCR mode The VHS
57. ode press the SETUP button to display the DVD Setup menu Press the or gt buttons to select Ratings from the top menu bar The Ratings menu is displayed To enter a password for ratings setup press the A or W buttons to select Password from the Ratings menu and press ENTER Enter a NEW password screen appears Enter a 4 digit password with the number buttons on the remote control You will be prompted to enter your new password again for confirmation To setup rating limits select Parental from the Ratings menu by pressing the A or W buttons Press the ENTER button You will be asked to enter the password if a password has been assigned The rating list appears on the screen There are 8 rating levels from 1 suitable for general audience to 8 for mature audience only DVD initial nl Language Display Audio Password Unassigned Language Display Audio Enter NEW password Language Display Audio Enter password Language Display Audio Parental y 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 31 DVD initial n Press A or V buttons to move EX the cursor to the rating level where you find is acceptable A password is required to play discs with ratings higher then the level selected Default from the Ratings menu by pressing the A or V buttons and select Reset 5 To return to DVD settings select a
58. olve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser 4
59. omatically The delay time is 1 msec per foot If the center and rear speakers are further than the front speak ers from the listener the delay time will be set at minimum Surround delay time setting If the distance of DS is equal to or longer than the DF in the left figure set the Surround Delay Time as Oms Otherwise change the setting according to the specifications below Ex If the distance from front speakers to the listener is 10 ft and from rear speakers from the listener is 5 ft in the Dolby Digital mode the rear delay time is 5 msec 10 ft DF 5 ft DS 5 ft B 5 ft B 5 ft 1 ft 5msec Center delay time setting Dolby Digital mode only If the distance of DF is equal to the distance of DC in the left figure set the Center Delay Time as Oms Otherwise change the setting according to the specifications below Ex If the distance from the front speakers to the listener is 10 ft and from the center speaker to the listener is 8 ft the center delay time is 2msec 10 ft DF 8 ft DC 2 ft A 2 ft A 1 ft 2msec 50 _ RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 55 Delay Time aa Setting the delay time in the Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic modes FEN 1 Press the DELAY button The current surround delay time appears in the display window Each time you press the DELAY button it changes in the following order FL Front Left CT Center FR Front Right SR Surround Right
60. orward or fast reverse playback press the gt or lt lt button during playback e Fast reverse playback may be unavailable for some DVDs e Unavailable for mp3 discs El For slow forward or slow reverse playback press the e lt or gt i buttons in pause mode You can watch the desired screen in the slow motion e Slow reverse playback is not available for video CDs The O indicator appears E Fora still picture press the PAUSE button in Playback mode to watch the desired screen in Pause status 29 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 34 Playing a desired scene To skip scenes in a disc DVD VCD VCD2 0 CD MP3 During playback press the NEXT gt gt button to skip to the next chapter or track The screen advances to the next chapter or track and starts playback During playback press the lt lt PREV button to skip to the previous chapter or track The screen moves to the previous chapter or track and starts playback Directly moving to a desired title DVD DvD HM Some movie discs may contain multiple titles If the disc has a movie title menu included on it the TITLE button can be used to select the movie title Details of operation may differ depending on the disc used e Selecting a title may not be available on some DVD discs button A list of the titles on the disc is displayed For VCD discs the menu screen will appear only when the disc has PBC function and PBC ON is
61. ow ADDED 3 Press gt to change REMOVED into ADDED Check the memorized channel To check the stored channels press CH up or down on the remote control 13 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 18 cb Memorizing TV azioni To Delete Channels Manually E Follow the procedures below to delete stored channels 1 Press the SETUP button and select EEA 1 Press the SETUP button and select ADD REMOVE CHANNELS CHANNEL SET Select Add Remove Charnel 08 Channels is now 2 Select the channel to delete Use the NUMBER buttons on the remote control to enter the channel to delete Press the gt button to select ADDED or press the lt button to select REMOVED under the channel number 3 To make sure the selected channel has been deleted press CH up or down on the remote control Selecting cable or antenna viewing BM You can set the viewing mode on your VCR choose either CABLE cable system connection or ANTENNA antenna connection From the CHANNEL SET menu press W to move the a Saia cursor down to SIGNAL TYPE Press ENTER to toggle 1 Signal Type CABLE between CABLE and ANTENNA Channel Change EHBE When the desired viewing mode is displayed press SETUP twice to exit To Set Output Channel Press the SETUP button and select CHANNEL SET Select Channel Change Auto Channel Search x Add Remove Channels Press ENTER to set th
62. pe smal Delay Oms po RI balay Om following order Coe I GORE FL Front Left m C Center FR Front Right Select Avar TAR gt 1 gt SL Surround Left gt SW Subwoofer gt o a Delay 14a Pi SR Surround Right Adjust the sound level the same way as described in Setting the sound level of the desired channel above so that all the speak er s sound level is same from the listener s position If you adjust the sound level when operating the test tone it will be paused in the current speaker channel RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 57 b About DVD Playable Disc DVD Video CD Version 1 1 2 0 S VCD and Audio CD Disc type Playable Restriction DVD Possible Region number 1 or Region number All Video CD Possible Version 1 0 1 1 2 0 SVCD CVD CD Possible PCM CD G Possible Only Audio playback CD ROM Possible mp3 File CD R Possible Video CD CD CD ROM mp3 File CD RW Possible Video CD CD CD ROM mp3 File DVD R Possible DVD Video DVD RW Possible DVD Video DVD RW Possible DVD Video DVD ROM Impossible DVD RAM Impossible Photo CD Impossible REGION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management information that is recorded on a DVD disc The region number of this player is 1 If the region number described on the DVD discs does not correspond to the Region number of this player th
63. period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do e Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit e Pay any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit How you get service e Take your unit to any Authorized RCA Audio Service Center To identify your nearest Authorized RCA Audio Service Center ask your dealer look in the Yellow Pages or call 1 800 336 1900 e Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence of purchase date or first rental e Pick up your unit when repairs are completed e Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service For rental firms proof of first rental is also required What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to install adjust and operate your unit Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your unit e Damage from misuse or neglect e Cleaning of audio heads e Batteries e A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other
64. r A certain scene of a screen can be quickly searched with the chapter number It means the information recorded in a DVD A DVD can be divided into many titles It means the information recorded in a video CD and audio CD A disc consists of many a track for which a user can search a certain position Digital Theatre System is a 5 1 channel surround sound system which is widely used in movie theatres around the world It enables the bit rate to be increased to provide good sound quality DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Some DVD discs contain the various scenes that have been simultaneously shot from a number of different angles Linear PCM is a signal recording format used in a CD while CD is recorded in 44 1kHz 16bit a DVD is recorded in 48KHz 16bit up to 96KHz 24bit Dolby Digital enables the delivery of mono through 5 1 channel audio at data rates from 32 kbps to 640 kbps thus offering flexibility and economical performance as well as uncompromised sound quality Digital audio data that is decoded into an analog signal for subsequent output to speakers It indicates L R of Dolby Digital 2CH Downmix output DOWNMIX is reproducing the proper audio when audio format recorded on a disc differs from the output audio channel configuration For example with just one stereo speaker system you can hear full 5 1 channel audio The S VIDEO output separates the color C and luminance Y
65. rch for an EY index mark di If two 1 Press the SETUP button to display the recordings overlap the index SETUP menu Auto Play ON mark for the Select FUNCTIONS from the SETUP menu and Auto TV VCR ON second program press ENTER to display the FUNCTIONS SO will be erased menu Therefore when you use the index feature to find the ee second program Select Index Search from the the VCR will skip FUNCTIONS menu and press i Press REW or FF overit ENTER to show the INDEX SEARCH Eni e If you record men or multiple programs u Enter a specific in one recording To search through a certain number of index never Tbe session the VCR marks enter the number of marks you want to End SETUP will only find the search with the number buttons the entry index mark that was placed on the must be a two digit number video cassette tape Press CLEAR on the remote control to correct when the recording an entry session began or Press REW to search backward or FF to search forward The VCR will locate your index mark and begin playback If you did not enter a specific index number the VCR will locate the next index mark and begin playback Press STOP to stop index searching 17 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 22 o Using advanced features Searching with the tape counter go to search E You can mark a segment of the video cassette with the tape counter that will help you easily locate the
66. s one by one FRAME ADVANCE press the 1 gt button repeatedly in Pause mode Each time you press this button the next frame is displayed To Adjust Display This product includes an Automatic Tracking function that adjusts the display automatically for clearer pictures During automatic display adjustment Adjusting Display is displayed on the TV screen Manual adjustments can also be used to improve the following poor picture in Playback mode streaks on the upper or lower part of the screen during slow motion playback the picture jitters in pause mode Use the TRACKING or buttons on the remote control to manually adjust the display 15 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 20 cb Using advanced features Play the tape automatically E This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playback when a tape with it s safety tab removed is inserted 1 Press the SETUP button to display the CLOCK SET SETUP menu TIMER RECORDINGS Move the cursor down to select FUNCTIONS AA with the w button The FUNCTION menu is LANGUAGE SELECT displayed Move AW Select ENTER End SETUP Move the cursor to AutoPlay and press ENTER to select between ON ES and OFF Auto TV VCR ON Index Search Select ON if you want a tape with its safety Go To Search tab removed to start playing automatically Move aw Select ENTER when the tape is inserted End SETUP Select OFF if you
67. setting or press a number button Some tapes or discs are copyright protected by the manufacturer These tapes cannot be duplicated in a good condition Battery may be weak or exhausted A receiver of remote control may be different with a sender If the videotape is positioned at the beginning VISS REW and REW do not work If the videotape is positioned at the end FF VISS FF PLAY and REC does not work Please check whether another button is pressed Are you playing a tape that is not recorded in this recorder Try to record it with the recorder You may have started recording in REC PAUSE mode Start recording in stop mode only Select CABLE not NETWORK from the CHANNEL SETTING RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 63 Specifications Power Consumed electricity Weight Dimension WxHxD Operative temperature Installation condition Received channels Signal type Antenna Input output VIDEO input AUDIO input VHF output Playable tape Playable disc Tape speed Playtime Clock display Time Recording AC 120V 60Hz 95W supplementary 4W 6 45kg 430mm x 91mm x 370mm 5 C 35 C Horizontal Relative humidity under 80 VHF 2 13 CH UHF 14 69 CH Cable 1 125 NTSC COLOR U V mixed 750 unbalanced 1 0 Vp p unbalanced RCA JACK 8 8dBm RCA JACK 3 or 4 CH Very high dense tapes with VHS marks DVD VIDEO CD CD 12mm
68. signals before transmitting them to the TV set in order to achieve a sharper picture So this must be selected from the menu to enable the S VIDEO output to function It is called color difference signal and is a technology to divide and transmit Luminance Y signal B Y Pb and R Y Pr color difference progressive scan signal This technology supplies clearer and more vivid picture than composite video type Handling Disc e To keep a disc clean condition please do not touch a side containing play information Do not attach a bit of paper or sticky tape on it e Do not expose a disc to a direct sunlight or electric heating systems e After using it please keep a disc in a case lt gt Cleaning Disc e Before using it please rub it from center toward outside with clean clothes e Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner benzol benzene commercial cleaning goods or antistatic sprays 54 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 59 Basic information about VCR and Videotape Terms related with VCR AFT CABLE Index Search SLP OSD OTR RF Safety tab SP Automatic fine tuning a circuit that automatically adjusts TV reception to optimum condition Cable television A feature of this VCR that automatically records an index each time recording begins It helps you locate a particular segment of the tape quickly and easily Super Long Play an intermediate tape recording speed that combines most of
69. sition 33 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 38 s Confirming the current DVD disc mode 1 During playback press the DISPLAY I button The display shows the current title current chapter and time elapsed 2 Press the DISPLAY button again The current audio selection is displayed Press the DISPLAY button the third time The display shows the subtitle language selected and the repeat playback mode To exit from Display mode press the DISPLAY button again Confirming the current VCD CD disc mode During playback press the DISPLAY button The display shows the current track number audio selection repeat playback mode and the time elapsed To exit Display mode press the DISPLAY button again 34 Confirming the current PLAY mode on screen DVD VCD DVD Eom om 7 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 39 Confirming the current PLAY mode on a Confirming the current mp3 disc mode MP3 The Track List appears automatically in Playback mode The display shows mp3 File information on the disc including mp3 File names and directory lists Track List 008 A Track007 mp3 009 A Track008 mp3 With the A or w buttons move the cursor to the mp3 Use a pae fda ic music File To play mp3 File press the ENTER button oot MP3 T 000 199 E 00 00 52 35 RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 40 b AUDIO language SUBTITLE language and 3D AUD
70. ted to obtain warranty service For rental firms proof of first rental is also required What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual describes how to install adjust and operate your unit Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your unit e Damage from misuse or neglect e Cleaning of audio heads e Batteries e Aunit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e A unit purchased or serviced outside the U S A e Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage Limited warranty U S Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage Limitation of Warranty e THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY e REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
71. ut unit to record Select the desired speed SP or SLP with SPEED button Press the REC button to start recording To pause recording press the PAUSE button When the unit remains in pause mode for 5 minutes the recording is stopped automatically To stop recording press the STOP button To Enjoy Another TV Channel or DVD during recording 1 To watch another TV channel while recording press the TV VCR button Change the TV channel with the CHANNEL buttons on your TV 2 To play DVD during video recording insert a DVD disc Load the desired DVD disc into the disc compartment press the DVD button to select DVD OUTPUT mode and press the PLAY button 40 a RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 45 eA To Record From DVD To Videotape during DVD playback 1 Press the DVD button on the remote control to select DVD mode Insert the desired DVD disc If the DVD disc has copyright protection you will not be able to record the DVD Insert a recordable tape 2 Play the DVD disc and press the REC button DVD starts playback and VCR starts recording 3 To stop recording press the W button Recording automatically stops when DVD playback is finished or the VHS tape has reached the end 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 t
72. utside Antenna or Wall Antenna Outlet gt lt Rear Panel of unit gt RF Cable Connection Basic Audio Video Connection S 5 a gt z lt Rear Panel of TV gt Optional DVD only Optional DVD only S VIDEO INPUT COMPONENT INPUT Audio connection Connect the Audio cables red and white from the Audio Video composite cable to the Audio Jack on the back of the DVD Video player and the TV Match the colour between the cable and the jacks when making the connections Connect the left white and right red audio cables to the AUDIO OUT L white and R red jack on the DVD Video player and the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV RTD300 EN 7 25 03 2 36 PM Page 12 o Connecting with N Video Connection With the yellow cable Video Cable from the Audio Video Composite Cable connect the Video Out yellow jack on the DVD Video player to the Video IN jack on the TV Connect the TV to the DVD Video player with the RF cable provided with the unit Plug one end of the RF cable into the RF OUT jack on the rear panel of the DVD Video and the other end to the ANT IN jack on the TV Optional DVD only If your TV has component video jacks connect the component video cables not supplied to the Component Out DVD only jacks Pb Pr and Y on the back of the DVD Video player and the TV by matching the colours between the cables and the jacks This con
73. videotape or disc Press this button during playback to pause playback or recording modes Stop MEMORY button Stops the current DVD or VCR functions Stores radio stations 9 Tuning t Search Search lt lt Rewinds the currently videotape in VCR mode Search backwards at different speeds x2 x4 x8 etc in DVD mode Searches backwards when activated during video tape playback Search gt Fast forwards the current video tape in VCR mode Search forward at different speeds x2 x4 x8 etc in DVD mode Searches forward when activated during video tape and DVD playback Tuning Scans all available radio stations Record button In VCR mode starts recording of a TV program or program from another sources except DVD Operation Display Window Displays device operations For more information see Operation Display Window on the next page DVD P SCAN indicator The indicator lights in green in DVD mode The indicator lights in red in P Scan mode VHS REC indicator Illuminate in VCR mode VCR OUTPUT button Selects among VCR mode and other output modes Channel amp Preset Selects the preset TV broadcasting channel or preset radio stations DVD button Selects DVD mode SOUND FIELD button Adjusts the Sound Fields and Graphic Equalizer AM FM button Selects RADIO mode I Volume control Adjusts the sound level from the speakers connected to t
74. you have upgraded your speakers 24 In STOP or Resume STOP mode press the SETUP button to display the DVD setup menu Press the lt or gt buttons to select Audio from the top menu bar To adjust volume range select Dynamic Range from the Audio menu using the A or w buttons Press ENTER to display Dynamic Range options Language Display Ratings Dynamic Range On Language Display Ratings Dynamic Range Off Speaker Setu gt 0n e Off The volume range is the same as what is recorded on the disc default e On The volume range is compressed to make loud sound softer and soft sound louder Press A or V to make your selection and ENTER to confirm To adjust speaker settings to match the DVD VCR player select Speaker Setup from the Audio menu using the A or V button Press ENTER to display the Speaker Setup screen Language Display Ratings Speaker Setup Configure Page 29 a To select among the speakers 5 LEFT CENTER RIGHT L SURR SUB W and R SURR press the A V 4 or gt buttons To adjust the Level setting for the speaker you have selected above press the lt lt or gt gt buttons To adjust the Delay setting for the speaker you have selected above press the lt lt or gt gt buttons Note For additional speaker setting information refer for to Speaker

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