DVD Player
User's Manual
Please read this manual before using this product for the first time.
Changing Entertainment. Again.
TOCOM 15909480
Model: DRC600N
DVD Player
User's Manual
Please read this manual before using this product for the first time.
Changing Entertainment. Again.
TOCOM 15909480
Model: DRC600N
Important Information
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this DVD player to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE
OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES
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MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
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FCC INFORMATION
This product 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 when the product is operated in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manu- al, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product 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 product and receiver.
Connect the product 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.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the player.
Model No. ________________________________________________
Serial No. _________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ______________________________________
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CAUTION
FCC Regulations state that unau- thorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user???s authority to operate it.
Note:
This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information. If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, this DVD player cannot play the disc. The Region number for this DVD player is Region No 1.
Note:
This device is protected by U.S. patent numbers 4,631,603 and 4,577,216 and 4,819,098 and other intellectual proper- ty rights. The use of Macrovision???s copy protection technology in the device must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited
Precautions
Things to consider...
Protect components from overheating
???Don???t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
???Don???t stack components.
(one recording only),
DVD+Rewritable
???When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
???If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf.
Position cables properly to avoid audio interference
???Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
???If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
???If your antenna uses
Installation in a car
When installing the player in a car, make sure it is firmly secured to stop it being flung about if the car brakes or pulls away sharply. A badly fitted player can endanger the life of the driver and passengers.
Types of discs you can play
This DVD Player is capable of playing the following types of discs.
Digital video discs - 12 cm and 8 cm, single or double sided, single or dual layer. DVDs are high density optical discs on which high quality picture and audio are recorded by means of digital signals.
Video CD (VCD) - Video Compact
Disc.
CD on which you can record up to 74 min. of
recording only) and
Audio CDs - Audio CDs and most recordable audio CDs (8 and 12 cm).
MP3 files -
JPEG files -
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Regional Coding
Your DVD player responds to the region management information recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region Code on the disc and the Region Code on the player don???t match, the disc won???t play. The region code for your player is region 1.
So, if you are going to buy a DVD disc, pay attention to the logo: it has to be the right one. ALL means all regions.
Region Codes - 1: USA, Canada - 2: Europe, the Middle East, Rep. of South Africa, Japan - 3: Southeast Asia, Taiwan - 4: Central America, South America, Australia, Mexico, New Zealand - 5: Russian federation, Africa (except Egypt and Rep. of South Africa), India, Pakistan - 6: China.
Notes:
Some discs may not be compatible due to laser pickup and disc design.
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 this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home use only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Care and Maintenance
Maintenance of Cabinet
For safety reasons, when cleaning the cabinet be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.
???Do not use benzene, thinner, or other solvents for cleaning.
???Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.
Formation of Condensation
???Due to sharp changes in temperature and humidity, condensation may form if warm air comes in contact with any cold parts inside the player.
???When condensation forms inside the player, the player may not operate correctly. If this occurs, leave the player at room temperature until the inside of the player becomes dry and operational.
???If condensation forms on a disc, wipe the disc with a soft, dry cloth by moving the cloth from the center hole toward the outer edge.
Handling Discs
???Don???t touch the disc???s signal surfaces. Hold by the edges or by one edge and the hole in the center.
???Don???t affix labels or adhesive tape to label surfaces. Don???t scratch or damage the label.
???Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) discs.
Cleaning Discs
???Dirty discs can cause reduced video and audio performance. Always keep discs clean by wiping them gently with a soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer perimeter.
???If a disc becomes dirty, wet a soft cloth in water, wring it out well. Wipe the dirt away gently, and remove any water drops with a dry cloth.
???Do not use
Handling Cautions
???Before connecting other components to this player, be sure to turn all components off.
???Don???t move the player while a disc is being played. The disc may get scratched or broken, and the player???s internal parts may be damaged.
???Don???t put any container filled with liquid or any small metal objects on the player.
???Don???t place anything other than the disc in the disc tray.
???Exterior influences such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of this player. If this occurs, turn the player off and on again with the ON ??? POWER ??? OFF button, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet. The player will operate normally.
???Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the player after use.
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???Your DVD Player and its accessories
???Fitting the battery beneath your player
???Initial setup of your remote control
???Connecting the player to a television
???Using headphones
???Connecting
???Selecting menu functions and options
???Titles, chapters ??? Audio language, Subtitle languages ??? Angles ??? Repeat
???Playback ??? Introscan
??? Format ??? TV standard
??? Setup menu language
??? Virtual Surround ??? Sound Logic
Playing your discs
DVDs, audio CDs
???Loading a disc
???Playing a disc
???Quick search for pictures or tracks
???Still picture and frame advance ??? Slow motion ??? Direct access to a music track
???Titles, chapters, time elapsed, audio and subtitles
Operation
Advanced functions
???Standard playback
???Random play
???Programming playback
???Repeat play
???Repeat playback between two points A and B
???DVD and Video CD - Zoom
???DVD - Camera angles
???Video CD - Playback control menu (PBC)
???Reading JPEG files
???What???s MP3?
???MP3 CD Playback
???Song skip
???Setting a password
???DVD - Ratings limits
???Language of player menus
???AUDIO - Language of the dialogues
???DVD - Language of the subtitles
???About
???About MP3 files copied onto
???Troubleshooting guide
???Warranty
???Accessories
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Initial setup ...
Your DRC600 and its accessories
Thank you for purchasing our DVD Player. Unpack the box completely and tear off any protection films.
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User???s Guide
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Initial setup ...
Fitting the battery beneath your player
The
Install the battery beneath the player using the locating pegs and retaining brackets intended for this purpose:
1.Lay the battery down flat as shown in the illustration.
2.Place the player on top of the battery so that the battery???s locating pegs fit into the fixing holes ( 
) on the underside of the player.
3.Slide the player backwards on the battery until it clicks into place.
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Locating pegs
Retaining brackets
Fit the CR 2025 battery into the remote control unit as indicated.
In order to avoid any risk of explosion, observe polarities indicated inside the battery compartment. Replace only with the type of batteries specified above. Do not throw them into fire, do not recharge them. If you are not using the remote control unit for an extended period (several weeks), take the battery out.
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The player???s power supply
You can power your player either from the power adapter or from the battery. The battery must first be charged using the power adapter.
Using the power adapter
1.Connect the output from the power adapter to the player???s DC IN socket.
2.Connect the power adapter???s supply cable to an AC power outlet.
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Using the battery
1. Install the battery as explained on page 5.
Charging the battery
1.Connect the output from the power adapter to the battery???s DC IN socket. A red warning light will come on. This light will go out once the battery is fully charged.
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Other connections
Connecting the player to a television set
If you wish to use your portable player for home viewing, you can connect it to a television set using the
Caution! The selector switch must be in the out position.
Using headphones
For private listening, use the phones jack to connect a headset to the player.
Connecting
If you want to use the player???s
position.
1. LCD- Liquid Crystal Display
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Using your DVD player
Preparation
???Sit the player on a table or on a steady surface.
???Unlock the screen by pushing the locking clip to the right.
???Raise the screen to the open position.
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Function keys
1.Locking clip.
2.LCD screen.
3.display mode: adjusts brightness, color, or picture format. Press the display mode key repeatedly then use the player???s C or B key (11) to make your adjustment.
4.return: returns you to the previous menu or hides a banner
5.menu: accesses disc menu.
6.title: displays the contents of a DVD.
Jacks and controls
A B C D E F G
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
7.prev G, next F: fast forward or backward.
8.K: pauses playback.
9.stop L: stops playback.
10.play B: plays the disc.
11.Confirmation (M) and Navigation keys.
12.Disc compartment.
13.open O: opens the disc compartment flap.
14.on . power . off: turns the player on or off.
*You can purchase an audio cable
that has a digital optical connector on one end and the
Remote control
Display keys
To activate or hide the function banners ( page 11).
Access to the SETUP MENU
( page 10).
Disc drive keys
Stop disc playback.
Pause disc and/or switch to advanced
Slow motion playback. Press several times to change playback speed and direction.
DVD - Menu and language
To display and change the subtitle* language.
To display and change the dialogue* language.
To see the table of contents of certain
DVDs*.
To see the disc menu of the DVD being played.
Choice of disc sound channel (Stereo, left channel, right channel, Mono L & R).
No function.
DVD
To change a DVD???s camera angle*.
No function
Skip forward/back one chapter (DVD) or track (CD).
Fast forward/reverse playback.
Start playback or confirm menu choice (acts like an OK or Select button).
Navigation keys
Highlights items in a menu or banner.
mute
To enlarge or shrink the picture during
To repeat a title, a chapter, a track, or a disc.
To repeat a section between two points (A and B).
Choice of playback mode: - Random
- Programmed
To go directly to a given chapter or exact point on the disc (access to the counter).
Clear a banner from the screen.
* If available on the disc being played.
The resume and return keys are unused.
Number keys
To program the order in which a disc???s chapters (or tracks) are played, or to enter a time (access to the counter).
0/10: to enter zero (0) keys.
To enter numbers greater than 10.
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Menus???
The functions of your DVD player are not all accessible directly through the remote control or front panel keys. A certain number of functions are accessible through menus that you can display or remove as you wish. These menus are used as follows:
Disc Menu (2)
Player menu (1)
Selecting menu functions and options using the remote control Navigation keys
1. Display the SETUP MENU with the setup key or display the disc menu (when a DVD is playing) with the menu key.
2.Select a menu or function by pressing the Navigation key.
3.Confirm your choice by pressing the 
key located in the center.
4.Change Settings, by pressing the Navigation keys.
5. To exit the disc menu or setup menu with the menu or setup key respectively.
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??? and interactive banners
In addition to menus, your player also has banners which display the main settings related to disc playback and operation.
1.Load a disc and press B (playback) to start it playing.
2.Press the osd key to display the banner.
3.Use the Navigation keys to select an icon or enter a numeric value via the number keys to access a chapter or title when the corresponding icon is highlighted.
4.Remove the banner with the osd or clear key.
With a DVD
To choose a chapter.
To choose a title when a
DVD has several titles.
To choose the subtitle language.
To change a DVD???s camera angle.
To choose the dialogue language and the sound format that goes with it.
To repeat the playback of a title, chapter, track, scene or entire disc.
With an audio CD
Playback in progress.
Track 1 currently being played.
To choose repeat playback of a disc, track, or section, or to activate programmed playback (??? page 16).
To select the audio channel (Stereo, Left, Right).
With a VCD (Video CD)
Track 1 currently being played.
To choose repeat playback of a disc or track. Press the remote control unit???s a/b key with the icon highlighted.
To select the audio channel (Stereo, Left, Right).
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Display and Sound menus
The Display menu provides adjustments for changing the picture format and TV standard to that of your player???s
Audio Video jacks. You can also choose which language to use for displaying the various setup menus.
The Sound menu provides settings to adjust your player???s sound output according to your usage conditions and/or any connected components.
1.Display the SETUP MENU by means of the setup key.
2.The Display item is highlighted.
Press the B (playback) key to display the
DISPLAY MENU.
3.Select a function using the B (playback) key.
4.Confirm using the B (playback) key.
Format (screen format)
Depending on the properties of the DVD (1) being played, choose a picture format to match that of your player???s
4 x 3 P&S (2) ??? Choose this setting if you want the picture to fill your TV screen. This might mean certain parts of the picture (left and right edges) are hidden.
Most discs recorded with a
4 x 3 LB ??? Choose this setting if you want to see films in their original picture format (width/height ratio). You will then see the whole of the filmed image, but it might not fill the whole height of the screen. The picture might be surrounded by black bands at the top and bottom of the screen.
16 x 9 wide ??? Choose this setting if your DVD player is connected to a
If you watch a film on a
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Display and Sound menus
Setup menu language
Your player gives you several languages to choose from when displaying the various setup menus.
???Use the Navigation keys to select your desired language.
???Quit the setup menus by pressing the setup key.
Sound menu
1.Display the SETUP MENU by means of the setup key.
2.The Display item is highlighted.
3.Use the Navigation keys to select the Sound item.
4. Press the B (playback) key to display the
SOUND MENU.
Virtual Surround
This function simulates the effects of multichannel sound from the 2 speakers situated under your player???s
??? Select Virtual Surround then highlight On.
Sound Logic
This function is designed for night listening if you wish to avoid disturbing your neighbors when your player is connected to a ???Home Cinema installation???. The player then adjusts the differences in sound levels through dynamic compression. It then becomes easier to hear the soft sounds while the louder sounds are softened.
???Select Sound then Sound Logic and switch the function to On.
???Quit the setup menus by pressing the setup key.
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Basic functions
Loading a disc
1.Press the open O key to open the disc compartment.
2.Insert a disc and locate it on the rotary spindle by applying pressure around the edge of the disc???s center hole. The printed side of the disc should face upwards (Audio CD, Video CD,
3.Push the flap down until it clicks.
1.
Playing a disc
Playback begins as soon as the flap is fully closed.
???With a DVD, the disc menu appears. Press B (playback) to start playback or select another option (4), in the disc menu using the Navigation keys. To validate your selection, press B (playback).
???With an audio CD or video CD, use the B (playback) key to start it playing.
To go to a chosen track on a CD, or to a title or chapter on a DVD, press the osd key which brings up a banner on the screen (??? page 11).
To stop playback momentarily (2) press stop L once. Press twice to stop it completely (3).
2. The player has memorized the last scene on the disc. If you now press B: playback starts from this point. To erase ???Resume memory???, press stop L.
Resume memory does not work with interactive discs (without elapsed play time information).
3. If the player is left in STOP mode for more than 2 minutes without any user interaction, a screen saver will be activated (fade in / fade out). After about 30 minutes have elapsed in STOP mode without user interaction, the player will be automatically switched off.
4. Depending on the DVDs, it may be possible to change the language during playback (??? page 22).
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Quick search for pictures or tracks
In Play mode, start the Forward or Reverse fast motion playback (1) using the G or F keys.
1. Press once or several times for higher speeds.
??? In search mode, no sound is heard on DVDs.
Still picture and frame advance (DVD and Video CD)
To playback frame by frame, press K (pause) repeatedly to advance the playback.
Slow motion (DVD and Video CD)
Press the remote control unit???s 
key (1) one or more times.
1. Press once or several times for higher speeds.
Direct access to a music track (audio CD)
In Play mode, enter the number of the track that you want to hear using the remote control number keys.
Titles, chapters, time elapsed, audio and subtitles
Some DVDs contain several titles. These titles correspond to films, documentaries or other programs. As a general rule, each title is divided into numbered chapters. An audio CD???s music tracks correspond to the different songs recorded on it. You can access each track directly.
From the banner, you can access certain functions directly using the Navigation keys. Choose a title or a chapter (DVD), or a track (CD, VIDEO CD). Change the language of DVD dialogues or subtitles.
This symbol is sometimes displayed.
It indicates that the function is not available or that the key used is incorrect.
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Play modes
Your player has several playback modes: Standard playback, which plays the tracks, titles, and chapters in the order found on the disc; Random playback, which plays sequences or tracks in no particular order; and Programmed playback, which lets you choose which sequences and tracks to play and in which order.
While a DVD or VCD is being played, press the play mode key on the remote control.
Standard playback
When a disc has been loaded, all you need to do is press the B (playback) key to start it playing in the order intended by the publisher.
Random playback
When a disc has been loaded, press the play mode key once. Random appears on your player???s
Programming playback
When a disc has been loaded, press the play mode key twice. A programming window for the first 10 songs appears.
Enter the track numbers one by one.
If you want to include more than 10 songs in your programmed playback, press B for access to a second programming window.
To begin playback, use the W and B keys to select Start and press B (playback) to confirm. Programmed playback will then commence.
To cancel programmed playback, press the L (stop) key twice.
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Repeat playback
To repeat the playback of a title, chapter, track, scene, selected A/B segment (except on Video
CDs) or entire disc.
Repeat play
While a disc is being played, press the osd key to display the function banner. Select the Repetition Mode icon 
with the Navigation keys. Then use the Navigation keys to choose one of the displayed functions.
AUDIO CD / VIDEO CD
???Disc Repeat
???Title Repeat
???Off
DVD
???Chapter
???Title
???Disc Repeat
???Off
??? Repeat play only works with discs that show the elapsed time on the display.
???This may not work correctly with certain discs (Video CDs in PBC mode).
???Choose Off to stop the function.
Repeat playback between two points A and B
While a disc is being played, press the a/b key once to set the start point of the section to be repeated then once again to set the end point. The player???s 
AB and playback of the section will begin.
To cancel repeat playback, press the a/b key or L (stop) key once.
???If during a fast forward or backward reading the B point is reached, the player will proceed at normal speed from the A point.
???If during a fast search the A point is reached,
the player will start reading at normal speed from the A point.
???Repeat playback
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Other functions
DVD and Video CD - Zoom
To enlarge or shrink the picture (by a factor of 1 to 4), press the remote control???s zoom key several times. To see other parts of the picture when it is enlarged, use the Navigation keys. To restore the picture to its normal size, press the zoom key several times.
DVD - Camera angles
On certain DVDs, scenes may be recorded under various angles (up to 9 viewing angles). If so, an icon will appear on the screen.
While a disc is being played, press the osd key to display the function banner. Use the Navigation keys to select the camera angle icon.
If the banner indicates Not available, it means the disc does not have this feature.
Video CD - Playback control menu (PBC)
Some Video CDs (1) have scenes and information which can be selected interactively through an on- screen menu.
This menu (2) appears when the disc is loaded. Use the remote control number keys to select an item in the menu.
Press L (stop) to stop playback and remove the menu.
???Complete stop is obtained by pressing L (stop) key twice.
???Even after the player has finished playing a program, the disc may continue to rotate while the menu is displayed. When no further selections are to be played, press L (stop) to exit the menu.
???During playback, press osd key: info strip is displayed
1. Video CD, version 2.0 with playback control (PBC). When the PBC function is present on the disc, ???PBC??? is printed on the disc jacket.
2. Some
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Reading JPEG and MP3 files
Reading JPEG files
This DVD Player can play discs with JPEG files on it. Make sure the resolution of the JPEG files is less than 2 megapixels (2M).
Note: Depending upon the size and number of the JPEG files, it could take a long time for the DVD player to read the disc???s contents. If you don???t see an
When you play a JPEG disc, a JPEG menu is displayed. Use the Navigation keys to select a picture or folder (if there are any) then confirm your choice with B (playback).
???No banner is displayed when JPEG image files are being shown.
???If the picture appears upside down or on its side, press the K (PAUSE) key.
???If JPEG or MP3 files are recorded on the disc or the disc is a Video CD containing JPEG image files, a contextual menu is displayed.
What???s MP3?
MP3 is the audio file format allowing you to easily compress music recordings, and was
The main advantage of MP3 is that it enables storage of
Thanks to compression you now only need about 4 Mb of disc space for a 4 minute music track, compared with some 40 Mb for conventional file formats, but with almost no reduction in listening quality!
MP3 CD Playback
When you play an MP3 disc, an MP3 menu is displayed. The DVD player menu is not available when playing MP3 discs. MP3 content is divided into album(s) and songs. A disc may hold several albums and each album can contain several songs. (Similar to titles and chapters on a DVD disc.)
???Use the remote control Navigation keys to select albums and songs.
???As computer files, several levels (several albums)
may be recorded on a disc.
Song skip
???Press repeatedly on the ??????| or |?????? keys to go to the previous song or to the next one. Press as many times as the number of songs you want to skip (wait a few seconds after each press).
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Parental Control
To activate your player???s Parental Control feature, you must enter a password. The Parental feature lets you control the type of disc or program you want to let your family watch. If a disc contains certain information or scenes that are outside your selected limit, they will not be played. There are 8 levels of parental control, level 1 being the least restrictive.
1.With SETUP MENU displayed, use the Navigation keys to select Password.
2.Press the B (playback) key to confirm.
3.Select a function using the Navigation keys,
4.Adjust the setting using the Navigation keys.
Setting a password
1.Select Change and press B (playback) to confirm; the PASSWORD CHANGE window will appear.
2.Use the remote control unit???s number keys to enter the 5 figures (1) of the current password.
3.Enter the new password.
4.You will be asked to confirm the password. Repeat the operation.
5.Activate the Parental Control feature by selecting the Password mode menu item then choosing On.
6.You will be asked for your password.
7.Enter the password and press B (playback) to confirm.
DVD - Ratings limits (2)
To set a ratings limits, the Parental Control feature must be turned off. If the Parental menu item is displayed brightly, this means Parental Control is turned on (3).
1.Display the SETUP MENU by pressing the setup key.
2.Select the Preferences menu item and press B (playback) to confirm.
3.Select Parental and press B to confirm.
4.Use the WV keys to select your restriction level and press B (playback) to confirm.
5.Quit the menu by pressing the setup key.
2. This function is only available on DVDs for which the publisher has set a rating limit. It therefore depends on the disc.
3. To turn Parental Control off, choose Password from the SETUP MENU.
In the PASSWORD menu, first select Password mode then set this feature to Off.
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Preferred languages (DVD)
Your player gives you a selection of languages to choose from. You can change the language of the player menus, the language of the disc menus, the language of the dialogues and that of the subtitles. Choose your preferred dialogue and subtitle language from the Preferences menu. If the feature is available on the DVD currently in your player, this item will be already selected (??? page 12). During playback, you can display or remove the subtitles and change the language of the subtitles using the banners (??? page 11).
2.Press the B (playback) key to confirm.
3.Select a function using the Navigation keys,
4.Adjust the setting using the Navigation keys.
??? If there is no English on the disc for menus, dialogues, and / or subtitles, the player selects the default language of the disc.
???If you select the Default item and confirm Reset as your choice, the setup menu will revert to English and all the adjustments you have made to all the settings since installing the player will be cancelled. The player will then be configured the way it was at delivery (factory settings).
Language of player menus
Depending on the DVD being played, you may be able to choose the language in which the disc menus are displayed.
The player itself comes with a choice of six languages. If the player language you have set corresponds to one of those available on the DVD, the disc menus will automatically appear in this language.
If there is no corresponding language on the disc, the disc menus will be displayed in the publisher???s chosen language (usually English).
1.Display the SETUP MENU by means of the setup key.
2.Select Preferences then Disc menu.
3.Access the list of available languages with the B key.
4.Use the Navigation keys to choose one of the available languages.
5.Press the B (playback) key to confirm.
6.Quit the menus by pressing the setup key or else use the Navigation keys to choose another setting.
The setup menu language can be changed from the Display menu (??? page 12).
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Preferred languages (DVD)
Language of the dialogues
Some discs offer a selection of languages for the dialogues.
To change the language of the dialogues, your player offers you two possibilities (1):
From the SETUP MENU
1.While in STOP mode, display the SETUP MENU by pressing the setup key.
2.Use the Navigation keys to highlight the Preferences item.
3.The Audio item will appear preselected; use the B key to access the list of available languages (2).
4.Adjust the setting using the Navigation keys.
5.Press the B (playback) key to confirm.
navigation keys.
Language of the subtitles
Some discs offer a selection of subtitle languages. To change the language of the subtitles, your player offers you two possibilities (1):
With DVDs which have a DVD menu, we recommend that you use the disc menus rather than the player menu.
From the SETUP MENU
1.While in STOP mode, display the SETUP MENU by pressing the setup key.
2.Use the Navigation keys to select first Preferences then Subtitle.
3.Access the list of available languages (2) using the B key.
4.Adjust the setting using the Navigation keys.
5.Press the B (playback) key to confirm.
From the interactive banner
During PLAYBACK, display the banner using the osd key and select the
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CD-Rs
About
This unit can play most
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???As a preference, opt for
???As a preference, opt for
???Close all other applications on the computer to ensure reliable
???Use reliable,
???Whatever the real recording capacity of the
Make sure that the recording is ???long enough??? to be played. If the recording is too short, disc identification time may be increased.
About MP3 files copied on to
In the case of
Format
???Your MP3 files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 files are compatible with Microsoft???s DOS and Windows, and with Apple???s Mac. These two formats are the most widely used.
Name
???When naming your MP3 files do not exceed 12 characters, and place ???.mp3??? as the file extension. General name format of: Title.mp3. When composing your title ensure that you use 8 characters or less, have no spaces in the name, and avoid the use of special characters including ( . , / , \ , = ,+).
Compression
???Use a decompression transfer rate of at least 128 kb/sec (kilobytes/second) when recording MP3 files. Sound quality with MP3 files basically depends on the rate of compression/decompression you choose. Getting audio CD quality sound requires an analog/digital sampling rate, that is conversion to MP3 format, of at least 128 kb/sec and up to 160 kb/sec. However, choosing higher rates, like 192 kb/sec or more, only rarely give even better sound quality. Conversely, files with sampling rates below 128 kb/sec will not be played properly.
Protection
???Do not try recording copyright protected MP3 files. ???securized??? files are encrypted and code protected to prevent illegal copying. These files are of the following types: Windows Media??? (registered trade mark of Microsoft Inc) and SDMI??? (registered trade mark of The SDMI Foundation). You must not copy such files.
1.Important: The above recommendations cannot be taken as a guarantee that the DVD player will play MP3 recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality. You should note that certain technologies and methods for MP3 file recording on
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Troubleshooting guide
No power?
???Have you moved the player? Check the plug on the battery cable or power adapter: is it pushed firmly into the DC IN jack on the unit?
Check the plug on the power adapter; it too should be pushed in firmly.
???Is the power adapter connected to a live outlet? Try connecting another component to the outlet: does it work? If not, check the corresponding fuse or circuit breaker in your house???s fusebox.
The remote control does not work?
???To operate your player, it must be turned on. On the front panel, is the green light on? Check that the off/on (power) switch on the side of the player is set to on. Your player will not work when the screen is folded away.
???Remember to point the remote control at the front of your player (towards the infrared sensor) rather than at another connected component (TV set, etc.).
???The operating range of the infrared control is 3 or 4 meters (approximately 9 to 12 feet). This distance becomes less as the battery wears out. This is a handy way of checking the battery state.
???Pay attention to any objects that might lie in the path of the infrared beam between the remote control unit and your player. They can obstruct the beam, causing the player to malfunction.
???The battery might be worn out. Replace it. Make sure the polarity of the terminals (+ and
The remote control unit and the player no longer work.
???Disconnect the DC IN plug from your player for a few seconds then put it back.
Picture problems
You don???t see a picture.
???Switch your player on. Check that the line select switch on the side is set to ???out??? if you are playing a DVD or to ???in??? if you are watching video output from another component.
???If your player is connected to a TV set, make sure the video input channel selected on the TV corresponds to the input jacks you used to connect the DVD player to the TV.
???Check that all the various plugs are completely plugged in.
The colors don???t seem natural.
???Check that all the various plugs are completely plugged in.
???Check the TV signal standard (auto, NTSC, PAL) in the image menu (page 13).
The picture format does not match the screen format.
???The picture format is adjustable (page 12). Some discs dictate the format, in which case no adjustment is possible.
Sound problems
No sound; weak or inaudible sound.
???Adjust the volume control on the side of your player.
???If a TV set is used, check whether the sound is muted or turned down low.
Menu problems
The menus and/or subtitles are not in your preferred language.
???With a DVD: the disc menus are not displayed in your language. Read the disc jacket to see what languages are available on that disc. Choose one that suits you if possible (page 21).
???With a DVD: there are no subtitles. Read the disc jacket to see if subtitles are available on that disc. Choose subtitles in a language that suits you if possible (page 22).
???The default language for dialogues and subtitles is liable to be preset by the DVD. To change it, follow the instructions on page 22.
???You can also change between languages while the disc is playing by pressing the audio dialogue and subtitle keys. This choice applies only to the disc being played.
Your player???s setup menus are not displayed in the language you want.
???Check that your language is among those listed in the image menu (page 12). If necessary, choose another language.
You cannot access a menu.
???If the menu name is displayed in a lighter shade, then the menu items or corresponding functions are not available in the current working mode (Preferences or Parental Control).
If you have forgotten your Parental Control (locking) password, follow these instructions:
??? Unlock your player with the universal code, 99999.
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Your unit might differ.
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Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
???Defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase:
???90 days from date of purchase - Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor.
???91 days to 1 year from date of purchase - Unit exchange, which includes parts only; you pay the labor.
???The warranty 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:
During the initial 90 days: Exchange the DVD unit with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit.
After the 90 days and within one year: Exchange the DVD unit with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit. We will bill you a flat exchange charge to replace a defective unit. This charge covers the labor cost for its repair.
How you get service:
???Call
???A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.
???If the representative determines that you should receive a replacement unit you will be provided with a Service Request (SR) number and the location of a nearby exchange point if one exists. No returns will be accepted without the SR number.
???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.
To receive a replacement unit before you return yours:
Option I:
1.Provide your Discover, MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to your phone representative. This is for security purposes only and your account will not be charged at this time.
2.We will send you a replacement unit.
3.If you return the unit to us within 14 days from the date you were provided a SR number, only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account. If your unit is not received within 14 days, the suggested retail value of the unit will be charged to your credit card. This amount will be credited, less a handling fee, if the unit is subsequently received.
4.Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit???s carton. Shipping instructions will be included on the carton along with your SR number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment:
???Evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale.
???A brief note describing your unit???s problem.
???Your name, address and phone number.
Option II:
1.For a fee, we will send a replacement unit to our exchange point.
2.The exchange location will notify you of its arrival.
3.Take your unit and evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit. Please retain all accessories such as the remote control hand unit.
4.If the repairs are covered by your warranty, you will not be billed.
Thomson assumes no responsibility for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson. Return transportation, storage, handling and insurance costs are your responsibility. We accept no responsibility in case of damage or loss.
To receive a replacement unit after we have received your unit:
???Write the SR number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss.
???Carefully pack the unit using the original box and packing material if possible. Please retain all accessories that were included with your unit such as the remote control hand unit.
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Limited Warranty (continued)
???Include with the shipment:
1.Evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to verify your unit???s warranty eligibility.
2.A brief note describing your unit???s problem.
3.Your name, address and phone number.
???The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier???s check or money order for payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges, and you elect not to use your credit card.
???After we receive your product, a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you.
What your warranty does not cover:
???Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
???Adjustment of customer controls.
???Damage from misuse or neglect.
???A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.
???Batteries.
???Units purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.
???Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.
???Storage fees may be charged by the exchange point if you fail to pickup the replacement unit in a timely manner.
Product Registration:
???Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your DVD 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:
???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 MULTIMEDIA INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A
GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
???REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
THE CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA 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:
???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.
???This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your product outside the United States:
??? This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information.
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. Your unit might differ.
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Accessories
Accessory Information
There are accessories available to complement your DVD Player. Prices are subject to change without notice. All accessories are subject to availability.
A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering, and we are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, country, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
How to Order
To place an order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready and call the
You can buy some accessories
Note: Products shown might not be available from www.rca.com web site.
Optical Plug to Optical Plug for Optical Audio connection to a compatible receiver.
3 feet (DV3); price $15.95
6 feet (DV6); price $19.95
mute
Remote Control (258343)
call or visit rca.com for pricing
Optical Plug to Mini Plug
3 feet (DV3M); price $15.95
6 feet (DV6M); price $19.95
Surge Protector (SCTV 160), price $49.95
Power adapter and charger (258342) call or visit rca.com for pricing
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Visit our website at www.rca.com
Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.
Thomson multimedia Inc.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290