Regent Sheffield HT- 5OO Home Theater System User Manual
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1. NOTE If your TV set has an S Video jack you may connect it as shown on Page 10 a Insert a set of stereo audio cables optional not included into the VCR AUDIO INPUT L left white and R right red jacks on the back of your DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM and into the corresponding AUDIO OUT jacks on your VCR this will allow your VCR s sound to play through your HOME THEATER SYSTEM NOTE Your VCR stereo sound will come out of 5 speakers plus subwoofer since the factory s default setting for the sound output is PRO LOGIC Press the SURROUND button if you want to return back to STEREO sound output and the sound will only come out of 2 speakers plus subwoofer 2 Insert the video cable yellow into the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your VCR player and into the VIDEO IN jack on your TV This connection will allow you to enjoy standard quality video images OR connect your VCR with your TV using a coaxial antenna cable Connections of your other antenna cables are not changed when you add your DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM Insert the AC power cord into an AC outlet Press the POWER button on the main unit NO g e 0 Go to Page 22 for playing DVDs discs 11 IB HT500 WM E 0802022. 21 e Playing Discs Basic Playback 1 22 Basic Playback 2 23 Search amp Skip FUNnCtIONS 24 Pause Function and Step Play 24 Repeat Play 25 Programmed Play 26 Playing a Specific Track or Chapter 26 e Settings amp Adjustments Setting the TV Display 27 Setting OSD Language 28 Speaker Setup 29 Audio Setup 30 Preference Setup Getting Your System into the Stop Mode 31 Setting AUDIO Language 31 Setting SUBTITLE language 32 Setting DISC MENU language 32 Setting PARENTAL ratings 33 Setting PASSWORD 34 Returning to the Original Factory Default Settings 34 lt Special Functions ZOOM Play aman anaman anaman anaman anaman an m 3
3. HT500 WM E 080202 TV CONNECTION Normal DVD Home Theater System TV with a Video Input Jack NOTE Your TV set must have a VIDEO INPUT jack for you to be able to connect and enjoy this DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM YOUR Ji i Ap YELLOW CONNECT ALL SPEAKERS AS SHOWN ON PAGE 5 OR THE QUICK SETUP DIAGRAM YOUR TV SET Ss I YELLOW VIDEO IN YELLOW VIDEO CABLE INCLUDED NOTE On some TVs this jack is in the front IF YOUR TV HAS AN S VIDEO JACK SEE PAGE 10 FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON CONNECTING THIS 1 Connect the 5 satellite speakers and subwoofer as shown on Page 5 or the QUICK SETUP DIAGRAM packed with the set 2 Insert the video cable yellow into the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM and into the VIDEO IN jack on your TV This connection will allow you to enjoy video images of normal quality Insert the AC power cord into an AC outlet 4 Press the POWER button on the main unit not the REMOTE to turn on the main power of the set Later you should press the POWER button on the REMOTE to turn the set on or off 5 Go to Page 22 for playing DVDs discs NOTE Your cable or antenna connection to the television will not be affected by this connection Connect your antenna cable to your television as you normally would You may n
4. Started Safety Instructions 1 IntroduCtiOnN 2 Connections Choose Your Connection 4 Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV 4 Speaker system connections Speaker system connections 5 6 Speaker Positioning Information 7 8 TV Connection Normal 9 TV Connection S Video 10 TV VCR Connections 11 TV VCR Combination Connections 12 TV VCR Satellite Receiver Connections 13 AUX IN Connections 14 Location of ControlS 15 16 Remote Control Operation 17 Notes on DISCS 18 PrecautionS 19 lt Basic System Setup How to Find Your TV s Video Input Channel 20 General SetuUp 20 Adjusting the Volume of Each Speaker 21 Adjusting Surround Sound
5. i l YOUR TV SET SSS SaaS See Se R All 5 satellite speakers should be placed approximately the same distance from your listening position The center speaker should be placed directly above or below TV set Left and right front speakers should be approximately at the same height as the center speaker The rear speakers should be either in line with or behind listening position approximately at ear level or slightly above The subwoofer should be on the floor near the TV or in any corner facing your listening position All speakers must be visible Do not hide them behind curtains furniture etc as this will affect the sound 7 IB HT500 WM E 080202 SPEAKER POSITIONING INFORMATION e The center speaker as well as the other 4 satellites can be positioned either vertically or horizontally e The left front right front and center speakers should be placed at roughly the same height The center speaker reproduces most of the dialog spoken by the actors on the TV screen therefore it should be placed either directly above or below the center of the TV set Once you position the center speaker try to position the left front and right front speakers at the same height It is not recommended to place any of the satellite speakers on the floor Many people prefer to place the center speaker horizontally above the TV set e The left rear and right rear speakers can be placed in li
6. 5 Slow Motion Play 35 Viewing from a Desired Angle 36 Audio Language Selection Director s cuts or Narration 36 Subtitle Caption Language Selection 37 Selecting the Sound Equalizer Effect 37 Adjusting Audio Mode 38 Using the Sleep Timer nnnnnn nnn amanna aaananamanam nnn 38 e Other Functions Playing Video CDs with PBC 39 Displaying DISC Information 40 Viewing JPEG Files Picture CDs 41 MP3 CD Operation nn nnnnnnnn nn mnnnn nnn nnn nnn 42 e Trouble Shooting 43 44 45 o Glossary anan 46 e Specifications 47 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved IB HT500 WM E 080202 CONNECTIONS Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your DVD Home Theater System Please use the following chart to determine which connection is the best for you Turn t
7. EM CONNECTIONS Speaker System Connections Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied The speaker wires and connectors are color coded for easier set speaker cords by matching the colors of the terminals to those up of the cords Connect the Front Left speaker to the FL terminals IMPORTANT Connect the Front Right speaker to the FR terminals Before making connections make sure the power is off At the rear Connect the Center speaker to the C terminals of each supplied speaker you will find two spring type connectors Connect the Rear Left speaker to the RL terminals in different colors a black one and a red blue or gray one Connect the Rear Right speaker to the RR terminals The Subwoofer does not have spring type connecting tabs at the Connect the Subwoofer to the SUB terminals rear only a set of black amp green speaker wires from its back QUICK SETUP DIAGRAM SUBWOOFER REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT SPEAKER SPEAKER BACK OF YOUR TV SET Wire is on YELLOW rear of speaker VIDEO CABLE SPEAIKEF Front Front Centerf Rear See speaker Right Left Right connections diagrams on next page or on the Quick Instruction sheet To AC Outlet BACK OF HT 500 FINISH ALL CONNECTIONS FIRST THEN PLUG POWER FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT CENTER CORD IN SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER NOTE In your package you will find 6 sets of colored wire pairs for co
8. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may avoid the user s authority to operate it NOTE This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of U S patent numbers 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 and 4 907 093 and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Do not open covers and do not repair yourself Refer servicing to qualified personnel This DVD VIDEO player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT as stated on the back of the set IB HT500 WM E 080202 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this DVD Home Theater System This deluxe theater system includes everything you need to experience movie theater quality digital video and audio in the comfort of your own home The only thing you need to add is your own TV We have designed this system to be easy to set up but please review this manual before you operate your system Please have it handy while you are setting the system up and keep
9. G THE TAB OF THE TERMINAL STICK THE EXPOSED PART OF THE WIRE INTO THE HOLE OF THE TERMINAL WIRES SHORTED TO EACH OTHER REMOVE YOUR FINGER FROM THE TERMINAL TO LOCK THE WIRE INSIDE THE TERMINAL Stripped wires are touching each other due to excessive removal of insulation Do not allow the above to happen on your set or speakers SET YOU WILL NEED TO PUSH UP THE COLORED TERMINALS GO ON TO THE NEXT WIRE amp REPEAT ABOVE REMEMBER WIRES MUST GO FROM THE SET TO THE SPEAKERS MAKE SURE POWER IS OFF WHEN DOING THE ABOVE NOTE Be sure to match the speaker wire to the appropriate terminal on the components to color and to black If the wires are reversed the sound will be distorted and will lack some tones Follow the color codes of each speaker ON THE BACK OF THE 6 IB HT500 WM E 080202 SPEAKER POSITIONING INFORMATION LEFT FRONT CENTER ABOVE TV RIGHT FRONT RIGHT REAR POSITION ALL 5 SPEAKERS APPROXIMATELY AT THE SAME DISTANCE FROM YOUR LISTENING POSITION TYPICAL SPEAKER SETUP Your system is supplied with 5 compact sized satellite speakers and one large subwoofer The satellite speakers reproduce only the mid range and higher frequencies All of
10. Regent MODEL HT 500 DVD HOME THEATER INSTRUCTION MANUAL INCLUDES 1 POWERFUL SUBWOOFER amp 5 SURROUND SPEAKERS PLAYS DVDs AUDIO CDs MP 3 CD R amp CD RW FORMATTED DISCS e DOLBY DIGITAL 5 1 CHANNEL DECODER FOR CRISP THEATER SOUND MULTI SPEED PICTURE CONTROLS PLUS CHAPTER AND TRACK SEARCH VCR PASS THROUGH AUDIO JACKS FOR SUPER VCR SOUND EASY COLOR CODED SPEAKER SETUP NOTE YOUR TV SET MUST HAVE A VIDEO INPUT JACK TO USE THIS SYSTEM PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE IB HT500 WM E 080202 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS warning TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT USE THE PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an WARNING TO REDUCE THE The exclamation point within an RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK equilateral triangle is intended DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR to alert the user to the presence BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE of important operating and PARTS INSIDE REFER maintenance servicing SERVICING TO QUALIFIED instructions in the literature SERVICE PERSONNEL accompanying the appliance equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of
11. eed to consult your television manual for details but no changes will be made to your current antenna connections IB HT500 WM E 080202 TV CONNECTION s video DVD Home Theater System TV with Audio Video Input Jacks and S Video Jack SPEAKERS L Hani Fem Par cone Fem Pex Lea HOME THEATER Right N Ea if lt NOT USED AUX INPUT A S Video cable cable not included Loy S Video provides a sharper picture than normal video Use an S Video cable if your TV has an S Video jack AUDIO CABLES not included RED NOTE Yellow plug and wire are not used when using S Video If your TV has no S Video jack use the VIDEO IN jack and cable as shown on Page 9 1 Insert the audio cables into the AUDIO OUT L left white and R right red jacks on the back of your TV set and into the corresponding AUX IN jacks on your DVD HOME THEATER This will enable you to hear your regular TV shows through your DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM when not playing DVDs This is optional you do not need to do this step if your TV set has good sound NOTE On some TVs the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks may have no signal On those TVs you may activate these jacks by using your TV s REMOTE not the CABLE or SATELLITE remote and selecting the correct AUDIO OUT on some TV s select AUDIO OUT to fixed Please see yo
12. for example you can go to a scene which is 15 minutes and 12 seconds into the movie directly 8 Director s Cuts View special director s cuts and comments on some discs Many of these discs give a narration of what the director was thinking about when he was filming a scene as well as the scene itself 9 Scene Repeat You can easily program your player to see a scene over and over again without damaging the movie media 10 Fast Play This DVD Player can play at very high speeds backwards or forwards This is very useful for quickly locating your favorite scenes 11 MP 3 compatibility This DVD Player can also play MP 3 encoded discs most formats are supported 12 Audio CD compatibility This DVD Player can also play audio music CD s thereby saving the expense of buying a separate CD player 13 VCD format Some small local stores may carry a VCD format of foreign produced videos this VCD format is not as sharp or versatile as DVD disc movies Our set can play many of these foreign VCD disc movies 14 Regional Codes This prevents discs designed for use only in some countries from being played in other countries The DVD Forum assigned region numbers for different countries USA and Canada are Region 1 this set can only play Region 1 DVD movies 15 JPEG Compatibility This DVD HOME THEATER system also allows you to view JPEG files or picture CDs IB HT500 WM E 080202 TABLE OF CONTENTS e Getting
13. it available for future reference or in the unlikely event that you encounter any unexpected questions or problems We have tried to keep this manual as simple as possible It begins with how to connect the speakers your TV and other optional devices It also includes instructions on how to position the speakers for the most natural surround sound and finally how to operate the DVD CD player If you follow the instructions carefully you can have the system set up and start playing in less than an hour DVD players and discs have many features which are not available on any other movie playback medium such as VHS or even original films themselves In addition to the software on a disc being physically much smaller and easier to store than the older VHS format the life soan of a DVD disc is much longer than a VHS tape and able to retain the movie for many more years Additionally the main point of DVD s is to allow you to view the movies in your own customized way The options are almost limitless for customized viewing from languages to angles to scenes to speeds to sounds and playing orders etc This system was designed to provide you with many years of reliable operation with a minimum of care and maintenance Every component in your system was perfect when it left our factory If you experience any problem with the set up or operation of this system please review the Trouble Shooting Guide at the end of this manual before you contact the Cus
14. ne with your listening position or behind your listening position Ideally they should be placed slightly above your ear level when you are seated in your normal listening position e We have provided 2 way keyhole openings on the backs of all the satellite speakers that allow the satellite speakers to be wall mounted in either a vertical or horizontal position e The subwoofer will provide the most dramatic bass effects low frequency sounds when it is placed on the floor Do not place the subwoofer on a stand or table The subwoofer should be placed in the front of the room so that it is facing toward your listening position It can be placed on either side of the TV or even in the corner of the room as far away as the cable will allow The bass sounds from the subwoofer are non directional You will not really be able to tell where the bass is coming from LONG ROOMS In case your room is unusually long you may buy speaker wires from your dealer for adding wire length to your speakers Be careful not to allow the plus minus wires to touch each other Use electrical tape or plastic connectors to insulate the wires SATELLITE SPEAKERS VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL Left Front Center Right Front usually kept above the TV set POSITION FRONT 4 CENTER SPEAKERS APPROXIMATELY AT THE SAME HEIGHT 2 WAY MOUNTING HOLES SUBWOOFER OK for best sound effect PLACE ON FLOOR NOT ON STAND IB
15. nnecting your Home Theater to the 6 different speakers included 1 green and black pair of wires for the SP 6 subwoofer which comes out of the back of the subwoofer 12 1 2 feet long e 2 gray and black pairs of wires 26 feet long for connecting the SP 5 rear speakers with gray and black terminals 1 blue and black pair of wires 13 feet long for the SP 5 center speaker with blue and black terminals 2 red and black pairs of wires 13 feet long for the SP 5 front speakers with red and black terminals also included is 1 video cable for connecting to your TV set s Video Input jack IB HT500 WM E 080202 SPEAKER SYSTEM CONNECTIONS Tips for connecting the speaker wires To avoid short circuiting the speakers Push and hold the Speaker terminal tab down to insert each wire Make sure the stripped end of each speaker wire does not Release the tab to lock the wire into the terminal Make sure the touch another speaker terminal or the stripped end of wire is fully inserted but the insulation is not covering the inserted another speaker wire part of the speaker wires SPEAKER TERMINALS Examples of poor connection of the L speaker wires ii SIN AS tL TERMINAL Q TAB 4 LOOSE STRANDS TOUCHING PUSH DOWN ON RIGHT COLORED TAB OF TERMINAL Stripped speaker wire is touching another speaker terminal Make sure not even 1 strand of wire touches the other wire WHILE HOLDIN
16. o the appropriate page and connect your DVD Home Theater System COMPONENTS CABLES NEEDED GO TO TV e Video included DVD HOME e Audio optional not Page 9 10 THEATER included SYSTEM e S Video optional TV e Video included DVD HOME e Audio optional not THEATER included SYSTEM e S Video optional Page 11 12 VCR TV 5 e Video included DVD HOME THEATER Audio optional not SYSTEM included Page 13 e S Video optional VCR Satellite DVD HOME S VHS or VHS VCR THEATER oe SYSTEM i i Tv e Audio optional not Page 14 or included AM FM TUNER S VHS VCR S Video optional Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this booklet NOTE Audio cables are usually sold as a bundled set but the connection sketches in this booklet show each cable separately for better visibility Audio cables are only needed if you want to connect your VCR audio or tape player to the DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM Most people will only need a TV set with a video input jack and no extra cables Cru Sue Video cable Speaker Wires Audio cables S Video cable included 6 sets are included and one set not included most not included for TVs is attached on the back of the installations will not with S Video jacks SUBWOOFER need these 4 gt IB HT500 WM E 080202 SPEAKER SYST
17. sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus
18. the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 14 This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with liquid such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus Do not apply oil or petroleum products or solvents to any part of this set NOOR WOD oo FCC NOTE This eguipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION
19. the low frequency bass sounds are produced by the subwoofer Proper positioning and placement of the speakers is important in order to provide the best surround sound experience We understand that due to the size and shape of your listening room and the location of your furniture you may not be able to set up the speakers exactly as per the diagrams that follow However these simple guidelines will help you maximize your home theater experience e Note the speaker levels are preset at the factory and most people will not need to fine tune the sound of each speaker We suggest you skip this part at first and go to Page 22 Later on you can fine tune the sound level of each speaker See Page 21 Although all 5 satellites are the same size the speakers inside the cabinets are different The speaker terminals on the back of the cabinets are color coded as are the speaker wires and the speaker terminals on the back of the main unit Refer to the connection diagram on page 5 Be sure you are using the correct satellite speaker in each location front rear and center Please follow the colors for best results This is especially important for the center speaker For best surround sound effects all 5 of the satellite speakers should be roughly at the same distance from your usual listening position eee ee ee ee ee ee ee a an se pi al 2 Front left 7 l Py Front right Center 9 a PEN E Sa 3 l s Subwoofer
20. tomer Service Department at 1 800 315 5885 All of the optional adjustable system settings have been preset at our factory for correct operation of the system in North America and Canada All you have to do is to insert a disc sit back and enjoy a great home theater experience Eventually you may want to change some of the optional settings like speaker balance or equalizer settings A description of all the optional settings and instructions for changing them are found later in this manual Features amp Benefits of DVD movies and players 1 Sharper clearer pictures with greatly enhanced digital sound You will immediately notice the improvement over the older VHS movie format 2 Dolby Digital This DVD player and most discs is Dolby Digital compatible which allows very sharp and crisp sound reproduction in your home especially useful is the surround sound feature 3 Multi language compatible Setup and subtitles can be displayed in many different languages 4 Parental Controls Parents can lock out movies by ratings from being viewed by children even if the parents are not at home 5 Freeze Frame and frame by frame play This is very useful for sporting events Also slow motion play is possible with this set 6 Zoom feature allows you to zoom into a scene and still maintain reasonable picture clarity depending on the disc 7 Time Search This DVD player can locate an exact scene with a time search
21. ur TV s manual for details NOTE The TV sound will come out of 5 speakers plus subwoofer since the factory s default setting for the sound output is PRO LOGIC Press the SURROUND button if you want to return back to STEREO sound output and the sound will only come out of 2 speakers plus subwoofer 2 Insert the S Video cable into the S VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD HOME THEATER SYSTEM and to the S VIDEO jack on your TV This connection will allow you to enjoy higher quality images If your TV doesn t have S VIDEO use the basic video connection listed on Page 9 yellow plugs VIDEO IN or OUT are not needed for S Video but needed only if your TV set does not have an S Video jack 3 Insert the AC power cord into an AC outlet 4 Press the POWER button on the main unit 5 Go to Page 22 for playing DVDs discs NOTE Your cable or antenna connection to the television will not be affected by this connection Connect your antenna cable to your television as you normally would You may need to consult your television manual for details but no changes will be made to your current antenna connections 10 IB HT500 WM E 080202 TV VCR CONNECTIONS WHITE Kh YOUR VCR OUT TO TV R L our on VEON AUDIO VIDEO CABLE OR N A OFF AIR SIGNAL unchanged same as before AUDIO CABLES not included RED WHITE YOUR HOME THEATER
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