DVD PLAYER &
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
For customer use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
DVD PLAYER &
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
For customer use:
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Model No.
Serial No.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product???s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral trian- gle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servic- ing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD
NOT BE PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventila- tion and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over heating.
The openings should be never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a
CAUTION:
This product employs a Laser System.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner???s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center.
Performing controls, adjustments, or carrying out proce- dures other than those specified herein may result in haz- ardous radiation exposure.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS
1.CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
2.CAUTION: Do not open the top cover or cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel.
3.CAUTION: Use of any controls, adjustments, or proce- dures other than those specified herein may result in haz- ardous exposure.
CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus
REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15
This equipment 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 fre- quency 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 the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif- ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
???Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech- nician for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void the user???s authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;
That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appli- ance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain.
Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are danger- ous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.
Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance.
To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.
CAUTION - 1/I button!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. When installing the apparatus, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. The 1/I button in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
The power can be remote controlled.
CAUTION: Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER???S MANUAL. AND
THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installa- tion, use, and servicing.
This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
1.Read these instructions. - All these safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2.Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instruc- tions should be followed.
5.Do not use this product near water. ??? For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other areas located near water.
6.Clean only with dry cloth. ??? Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners.
7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor- dance with the manufacturer???s instructions. - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over- heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a
8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radia- tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta- cles, and the point where they exit from the product.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with appara- tus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/product combination to avoid injury from
13.Unplug this product during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the product has been damaged in any way, such as
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Moisture Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
About the 
Symbol Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Types of Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Region Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Notes on Copyrights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Display Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 About the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
VCR Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Basic Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Auto Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Manual Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Still Picture and
Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
CM SKIP (Commercial Skip) . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
VCR Tape
Basic Recording
Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Manual Timer Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
(External Timer Recording) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Copying from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
VCR Auto Play System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
DVD Disc Playback (General Features) . . . .24
Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Playing an Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Repeat Programmed Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Erasing a Track from Program List . . . . . . .26 Erasing the Complete Program List . . . . . .26
Viewing a JPEG file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Still Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Moving to another File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Rotating the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Playing a DVD VR format Disc . . . . . . . . . . .28 Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
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Introduction
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner???s manual carefully and retain it for future reference.
This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your unit. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location.
Moisture Condensation
Never operate the unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it unplugged for two or three hours without operating it. If you use the unit in such a situation, it may damage discs/tapes and internal parts.
About the 
Symbol Display
??? 
??? may appear on your TV display during opera- tion and indicates that the function is not permitted by this unit or the disc.
Notes on Discs
Handling Discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.
Introduction
Symbol Used in this Manual
Note: Indicates special notes and operating fea- tures.
Tip: Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.
A section whose title has one of the following symbols is applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.
Cleaning Discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor pic- ture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or
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Types of Playable Discs
DVD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)
Audio CD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
In addition, this unit plays DVD??R/RW, CD- R/RW and SVCD, Dual disc that contains 
audio titles, and/or JPEG files.
This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing
Notes:
???Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the
???Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart- shaped or octagonal) since they may result in mal- functions.
???This unit requires discs and recordings to meet cer- tain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality.
Regional Code
This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled as the same as the rear of the unit or ???ALL???.
Notes on Regional Codes
???Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This num- ber must match your DVD player???s regional code or the disc cannot play.
???If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from your player, the message ???Check Regional Code??? appears on the TV screen.
Notes on Copyrights:
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent copyright- ed material without permission. This product features the copy protection function developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the pictures of these discs picture noise will appear. 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 intend- ed for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Notice for Progressive Scan Use
CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL
HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY
COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE
PICTURE. IN CASE OF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN
PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED
THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO
THE ???STANDARD DEFINITION??? OUTPUT. IF THERE
ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p unit
RECORDER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER
SERVICE CENTER.
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Front Panel
Introduction
aDisc Tray (DVD deck)
Insert a disc here.
bCassette Compartment (VCR deck)
Insert a video cassette here.
cPOWER 1/:
Switches the unit ON and OFF.
dREW (m)
-DVD: Skip to beginning of current chapter or track, press twice in quick successions to go to previous chapter or track. Press and hold button for about two seconds to search backward.
-VCR: Rewinds the tape during the stop mode or for fast reverse picture search.
ePLAY (N)
Starts playback of a disc or tape.
fFF (M)
-DVD: Skip to next chapter or track. Press and hold for two seconds for a fast forward search.
-VCR: Advances the tape during the STOP mode or for fast forward picture search.
gSTOP (x)
Stops playback of the disc or tape.
Display Windows
hPAUSE (X)
Pause playback or recording. Press repeatedly for
iOPEN/CLOSE (Z)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
jDisplay Windows
Refer to below for details.
kRemote Sensor
Point the unit Remote Control here.
lEJECT (Z)
Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.
mTRACKING
To adjust tracking.
nREC (z)
To record normally or to activate
Press REC (z) for more than 3 seconds to set the unit to standby mode for
oVCR/DVD (output select)
Select one of your output sources to view on the TV screen between DVD and VCR.
pLINE2 (VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) input)
Connect to the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR).
DVD
[P]
The DVD deck is selected.
A disc is in the DVD deck.
(Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck and Flashes when no disc.)
Indicates when the Progressive scan is active.
Indicates repeat mode.
The unit is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed (VCR part only).
This indicator will flash when the unit is set to standby mode for
Indicates total playing time, elapsed time, remaining time or current deck status (Playback, Pause, etc).
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Remote Control
a
b
c
a
1/I (POWER) : Switches unit ON and OFF.
* : This button is not available.
Z (OPEN/CLOSE) : Opens and closes the disc tray.
DVD : Select the unit function mode to DVD.
VCR : Select the unit function mode to VCR.
AUX : Selects the VCR deck???s source (LINE 1 or LINE 2).
DISPLAY : Accesses
DISC MENU : Accesses menu on a DVD disc.
About the Remote Control
b / B / v / V : Selects menu options.
TRACKING
SETUP/MENU : Accesses or removes DVD Setup menu and VCR menu.
ENTER (OK) : Confirms menu selections. Displays func- tions on the TV screen.
RETURN (O) : Removes the setup menu.
b
X (PAUSE/STEP) :
Pause playback or recording temporarily. Press repeatedly for
./> (SKIP) (DVD only):
Go to next the chapter or track.
Returns to beginning of current chapter or track or go to previous chapter or track.
x (STOP) : Stops playback or recording.
m (REW) / M (FF):
-DVD: Search backward or forward.
-VCR: Rewinds/Advances the tape during the STOP mode, for fast backward/forward picture search.
N (PLAY) : Starts playback.
CLEAR (0000) : Removes a mark on the Marker Search menu.
c
A.MONITOR : Selects an audio language (DVD).
SUBTITLE : Selects a subtitle language.
ANGLE : Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.
ZOOM : Enlarges DVD video image.
MARKER : Marks any point during playback.
SEARCH : Displays Marker Search menu.
TITLE : Displays the disc???s Title menu, if available.
z (REC) : Starts recording.
REPEAT : Repeat chapter, track, title or all.
RANDOM : Plays tracks in random order.
: Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of recording.
REPEAT
SPEED : Selects recording speed. Shows tape playing speed.
Battery installation
Operation Range
Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.
Distance: About 23 ft (7 m) from the front of the
AAA AAA
Detach the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two (R03/AAA) size batteries with 3 and # aligned correctly.
remote sensor.
Angle: About 30?? in each direction of the front of the remote sensor.
Do not mix old and new batteries and never mix different types of batteries such as standard, alkaline, etc.
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Rear Panel
Caution
Do not touch the inner pins of the jacks on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.
Introduction
a b c d
f
aVCR IN LINE 1 (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right))
Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Cable/Satellite box, Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).
bDVD/VCR OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right))
Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs.
cCOMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr) (DVD EXCLUSIVE OUT)
Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.
dAUDIO OUT (Left/Right)
(DVD EXCLUSIVE OUT)
Connect to a TV or other equipment with audio inputs.
e
eAC Power Cord
Plug into the power source.
fCOAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)
(DVD EXCLUSIVE OUT)
Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.
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Preparation
Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the player. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, stereo system or other devices as necessary for additional connection information.
Notes:
???The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. Position the units away from each other or turn off the unit after removing the disc.
???Do not connect the unit???s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system. Do not connect the unit via another VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protec- tion system.
Basic TV Connections
Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your TV.
Rear of TV
V A1
Rear of DVD+VCR
Rear of TV
Audio/Video connection
1.Connect the DVD/VCR VIDEO OUT jack on the unit to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable supplied (V).
2.Connect the Left and Right DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jacks on the unit to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the supplied audio cables
(A1).
Note:
If you use this connection, set the TV???s source selec- tor to VIDEO.
Optional TV Connections
These connections support only DVD playback. The VCR still output through the DVD/VCR OUT (A1, V) jacks.
Component Video / Progressive Scan connection
If your television is a
Connect the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT jacks on the unit to the corresponding jacks on the TV using an optional Y Pb Pr cable (C).
Audio connection
Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks of the unit to the audio left/right in jacks on the TV using the supplied audio cables (A2).
Note:
If you connect both composite and component jacks to TV, the picture may be unstably on the TV. You could disconnect one of them to solve this problem.
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Cable/Satellite box Connection to unit
To use
(Refer to page 21 for
Cable/Satellite box
AUDIO OUT VIDEO
OUT
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to unit
Connect the VCR IN LINE 1 or LINE 2 jacks on the unit to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using the optional audio/video cables. (Refer to page 19 for ???Basic Recording???.)
Preparation
Rear of the unit
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Connection to an Amplifier
You can only listen to DVD playback using COAXIAL
(X) and AUDIO OUT (A2) connections. The VCR will still be heard through the DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT (A1) jack.
Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic II/Pro Logic
Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT (or DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT) jacks on the unit to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using the audio cables (A1, A2) supplied.
Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two chan- nel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/Video receiv- er equipped with a
1.Connect one of the unit???s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (COAXIAL X) to the corresponding jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (COAXIAL X) audio cable.
2.You will need to activate the unit???s digital output. (See ???AUDIO??? on page 16).
Digital
A digital
Caution
Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is selected.
Notes:
???If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiv- er will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.
???Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital
???To see the audio format of the current DVD in the
Rear of the unit
Amplifier (Receiver)
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the
???DTS??? and ???DTS Digital Out??? are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc.
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Initial Settings - VCR
By using the VCR Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as clock setting, and timer recordings.
Your unit allows remote control adjustment of several features.
General Operation
1.Press VCR on the Remote Control.
2.Press SETUP MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.
3.Use v/V to select the desired menu, then press ENTER (OK).
4.Use v/V to choose a desired option on the select- ed Menu. Then use b/B to choose a desired setting.
5.Press SETUP MENU when finished.
Note:
Menus remain
CLOCK
Use v/V/b/B to enter the necessary information.
???MONTH : Choose the month.
???DAY : Choose the date.
The day of the week will display automatically.
???YEAR : Choose the year.
???TIME : Choose the time.
Press and hold b/B to advance clock continuously.
Note:
The clock uses the
SETUP
FUNCTION OSD
The
AUDIO MODE
The unit has two separate audio playback systems, the high quality VHS
AUDIO OUTPUT (STEREO/LEFT/RIGHT)
Used during playback [when AUDIO MODE
Preparation
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Displaying Disc Information
You can display various information about the disc loaded
1.Press DISPLAY to show various playback information.
The displayed items differ depending on the disc type or playing status.
2.You can select an item by pressing v / V and change or select the setting by pressing b / B.
???Title (Track) ??? Current title (or track). number/total number of titles (or tracks).
???Chapter ??? Current chapter number/total num- ber of chapters.
???Time ??? Elapsed playing time.
???Audio ??? Selected audio language or channel.
???Subtitle ??? Selected subtitle.
???Angle ??? Selected angle/total number of angles.
Note:
If no button is pressed for a few seconds, the on- screen display disappears.
Initial Settings - DVD
By using the Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup menu, among other things. For details on each Setup menu item, see pages 15 to 16.
To display and exit the Menu:
Press SETUP MENU to display the menu. A second press of SETUP MENU will take you back to initial screen.
To go to the next level:
Press B on the Remote Control.
To go back to the previous level:
Press b on the Remote Control.
General Operation
1.Press DVD button.
2.Press SETUP MENU. The Setup menu appears.
LANGUAGE
Move 
Select
3.Use v / V to select the desired option then press B to move to the second level. The screen shows the current setting for the selected item, as well as alternate setting(s).
4.Use v / V to select the second desired option then press B to move to the third level.
5.Use v / V to select the desired setting then press ENTER (OK) to confirm your selection. Some items require additional steps.
6.Press SETUP MENU or N (PLAY) to exit the Setup menu.
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LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE
Select a language for the Setup menu and
Disc Audio / Subtitle / Menu
Select the language you prefer for the audio track (disc audio), subtitles, and the disc menu.
Original ??? Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded.
Other ??? To select another language, press num- ber buttons then ENTER (OK) to enter the corre- sponding
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
Move 
Select
TV Aspect
4:3 ??? Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
16:9 ??? Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected.
Display Mode
The display Mode setting works only when the TV Aspect mode is set to ???4:3???.
Letterbox ??? Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.
Panscan ??? Automatically displays the wide pic- ture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.
Progressive Scan
Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering.
If you are using the Component Video jacks for con- nection to a TV or a monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to On.
To Turn ON progressive scan:
Connect component video out of the this unit to the input of your monitor/television, set your television or monitor to Component Input.
1.Select ???Progressive Scan??? on the DISPLAY menu then press B.
2.Select ???On??? using the v / V buttons.
3.Pressing ENTER (OK) will set the player to Progressive scan mode.
Preparation
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AUDIO
Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player???s AUDIO options according to the type of audio system you use.
AUDIO
Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG
Bitstream ??? Select ???Bitstream??? if you connect this DVD player???s DIGITAL OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder.
PCM (for Dolby Digital / MPEG) ??? Select when connected to a
Off (for DTS): If you select ???Off???, the DTS signal is not output through the DIGITAL OUT jack.
Sample Freq. (Frequency)
If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of han- dling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them.
If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 96 kHz.
Check the documentation for your amplifier to verify its capabilities.
Dynamic Range Control (DRC)
With the DVD format, you can hear a program???s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presen- tation. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). This allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to On for this effect.
Vocal
Set to On only when a
OTHERS
OTHERS
B.L.E.On
Move 
Select
PBC VCD
Set Playback Control (PBC) to On or Off.
On: Video CDs with PBC are played according to the PBC.
Off: Video CDs with PBC are played the same way as Audio CDs.
B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion)
To select the black level of playback pictures. Set your preference and monitor???s ability.
On: Expanded grey scale. (0 IRE cut off)
Off: Standard grey scale. (7.5 IRE cut off)
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Remote Control Function
Remote Control A/B/C Code Switching
The remote control is capable of controlling three JVC video units independently. Each of the units can respond to one of three codes (A, B or C). The remote control is preset to send C code signals because your unit is initially set to respond to C code signals. You can easily modify your unit to respond to A or B code signals.
1/ I B
ENTER
x
??? Keep pressing ENTER (OK) down during step 1.
1.Press the number Key ???1??? for A, ???2??? for B or ???3??? for C to change the remote control code.
2.Ensure the unit in VCR mode, and then turn off the power.
3.Press B on the unit for over 5 seconds while the unit is turned off. The code currently set appears on the front display panel.
4.Press x (STOP) on the remote control to change the unit's code. The code currently set on the remote control blinks on the front display panel for approximately 5 seconds, and is applied to the unit.
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Operation
This chapter describes how to operate the VCR and DVD.
VCR Tape Playback
Press the VCR button to select the device to be oper- ated.
Basic Instructions
1.Turn on the TV.
2.Direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the unit and the TV, set the TV???s source selector to VIDEO.
3.Insert a
The 
indicator lights and the unit powers on automatically.
4.If a tape without a safety tab is inserted the unit starts playback automatically.
If not, press N (PLAY).
5.Press x (STOP) to stop playback. If the tape reaches the end before you press x (STOP) the unit automatically stops, rewinds and ejects the tape and unit power is off.
6.Fast wind tape:
Press m (REW) or M (FF) during stop.
Note:
It is not necessary to select the tape speed for play- back because it is automatically selected by the unit.
Auto Tracking
Automatic tracking adjusts the picture to remove snow or streaks and beings when:
???A tape is played for the first time.
???The tape speed (SP, LP, SLP) changes.
???Streaks or snow appear due to scratches on the tape.
Manual Tracking
To manually adjust the tracking use the v/V
Notes:
???Vertical jitter requires a very fine adjustment.
???Tracking is automatically reset to normal when the tape is ejected or the power cord is unplugged for more than 3 seconds.
Search
This function lets you visually search for a tape sec- tion in either direction: forward and backward. During the
To search:
1.Press m (REW) or M (FF) during playback. Press and hold m (REW) or M (FF) during tape fast winding.
2.To return to playback, press N (PLAY).
Note:
After 3 minutes in SEARCH mode the unit returns to PLAY mode to protect the tape and video heads.
Still Picture and
1.Press X (PAUSE) during playback.
A still picture appears on the TV screen and the audio is muted.
2If the still picture vibrates vertically, stabilize it by using v/V
3.Press X (PAUSE) repeatedly to advance the video picture one frame at a time.
4.To return to playback, press N (PLAY).
Note:
After 5 minutes in STILL mode the unit stops to protect the tape and video heads.
Slow Motion
1.While in still mode, press M (FORWARD). The tape is played at a speed 1/19 times slower than the normal speed.
2.Use v/V
3.To return to the normal speed, press N (PLAY).
Notes:
???During slow motion, audio is muted and horizontal lines (noise bars) may appear on the TV screen. This is normal.
???After 3 minutes in SLOW MOTION mode the unit goes back to PLAY mode to protect the tape and video heads.
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CM SKIP (Commercial Skip)
This feature is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.
1.Press 
in playback mode.
The unit performs a fast forward picture search through 30 seconds of recording.
2.Press 
again to extend the search time by an addition 30 seconds. The maximum search time is 3 minutes.
3.When the search is complete, the unit goes into playback mode automatically.
VCR Tape Recording
Basic Recording
You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the unit???s external inputs.
1.Make sure that the component you want to record from is connected properly to the unit. See page 11.
2.Press AUX repeatedly to select the external input to record from.
???LINE1 (L1): Audio/Video Input mounted on back panel.
???LINE2 (L2): Audio/Video Input mounted on front panel.
3.Load a recordable tape.
4.Set a recording mode (SP or SLP) as necessary by pressing SPEED repeatedly.
5.Play the tape or disc in the external component. If you have a TV attached to your unit, you can see the video playing.
6.Press z (REC) once to start recording.
The REC indicator lights in the display window.
7.Press x (STOP) to stop recording.
Notes:
???Before recording, confirm the recording start position.
???If your source is
???To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant Timer Recording.
To pause the recording
1.Press X (PAUSE) to pause the tape during recording. The REC indicator flashes in the display window.
2.When you want to continue recording, press X (PAUSE) or press z (REC).
After 5 minutes in PAUSE mode, the unit stops automatically to protect the tape and the video heads.
Instant Timer Recording
With this feature you can record for a preset length without using the program timer.
Note:
Instant Timer recording is not available when the external timer record is in progress.
1.Turn on unit and the TV.
2.Insert a video cassette with the safety tab intact.
3.If you are recording from another source via audio/video input jacks (at the rear or front panel).
4.Connect the LINE1 or LINE2 input jacks on this unit to the AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the external device using the audio/video cables.
5.Select LINE1 (rear jacks) or LINE2 (front jacks) by using AUX.
6.Set the desired recording speed (SP or SLP) using SPEED. The tape speed appears on the TV screen.
7.Press z (REC) twice. The menu appears on the TV screen, recording starts, and the 
(TIMER) indicator lights.
INSTANT TIMER RECORD
8.Press z (REC) repeatedly to select the recording time length. Each time you press this button the recording time increases 30 minutes (up to 9 hours). At the end of the recording, the unit will stop recording and shut off.
If you set the time to 0H00M, the unit goes into the normal recording mode.
9.Press x (STOP) to stop the recording.
Checking the Recording Time
Press z (REC) once to check the recording time. The recalled setting automatically returns to the TV screen after 6 seconds.
Extending the Recording Time
The recording time can be extended anytime by pressing z (REC). Subsequent presses result in advancing the recording time by
Note:
If you press X (PAUSE) during instant timer record- ing, the instant timer recording is cancelled. It goes to normal recording PAUSE mode.
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Manual Timer Programming
1.Press SETUP MENU and the main menu appears.
2.Use v / V to choose the PROGRAM option and press ENTER (OK).
If eight programs are already entered, the FULLY PROGRAMMED message appears for a moment and then PROGRAM 1 appears on the TV screen.
3.Use the v / V buttons to switch between the program options, and the b / B buttons to input the program information:
Input the MONTH, DAY, START and STOP times of the program you want to record.
INPUT: Select a LINE1 or LINE2.
SPEED: AUTO mode determines how much tape is left and switches the speed from SP to SLP if it is necessary to complete recording the program. If this occurs there could be some picture and sound distortion at the point where the speed changes.
REPEAT: To record up to 8 programs on a certain day of every week select WEEKLY. To record up to 8 programs at the same time Monday through Friday select DAILY. Otherwise select ONCE.
4.Press SETUP MENU and the program is memorized by the unit.
5.Additional programs may be entered by repeating steps
Notes:
???Ensure you insert a tape with the record safety tab intact before the first programmed time.
???Press x (STOP) to end timer recording.
???If you make a mistake or want to change a set- ting, use v to select the option and correct it using b / B.
???If the program preset time is past, the ???PAST TIME PROGRAMMED??? message appears on the TV screen. Return to the incorrect program and program it with the correct time.
???If you enter a past date, the timer recording will be performed on that date of the next year.
???If the power fails or the unit is unplugged the clock and timer settings are kept in memory for only 3 seconds. Otherwise you must reset the clock and timer.
???If the tape indicator is blinking, no tape is loaded.
???When you are playing DVD at programmed Recording time, the unit automatically change to VCR mode and start recording.
???The unit will automatically power off when Timer Recording ends.
Checking or Erasing the Timer Program
Programming can be checked whenever the unit is turned on.
1.Press SETUP MENU and the main menu appears.
2.Use v / V to choose the PROGRAM menu and press ENTER (OK).
3.Use b / B to select a program you want to check or erase. To erase the program, press CLEAR (0000).
4.Press SETUP MENU to return to the TV screen.
Program Priority
If the recording start and end times of preset pro- grams overlap on the same day (see the example), the second program is not recorded until the first is finished.
In this example, the first part of program numbers 2 and 3 are not recorded.
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(External Timer Recording)
If the external device such as Cable/Satellite box that is connected to this unit has the timer reservation function, this unit can record the input signal from external device via the timer LINE1 jack.
1.Connect the LINE1 input jacks on this unit to the AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the external device using the audio/video cables.
2.Set the timer reservation setting of the external device.
3.Turn off the external device.
4.Insert a video cassette with the safety tab intact to this unit. Select the recording speed with remote.
5.Press z (REC) for more than 3 seconds on the front panel when the unit power is off.
The " 
" mark will flashes on the display window. This unit is set to standby mode for
Notes:
???If the power of the external device is on by the timer reservation setting, this unit detects the signals of external device and start the recording automatically.
???If the power of the external device is off during external timer recording, this unit will be stop the external timer recording and turns off the power automatically.
???If the power of the external device is on again, this unit will be start the external timer record- ing again.
???Press x (STOP) to stop recording intentionally while external timer recording is in progress.
???The external timer record is available only for the device that is connected with LINE1 jack on this unit.
???Your external device such as Cable/Satellite box might keep running Audio/Video signals through the OUTPUT jack, even if the unit is powered off. If so,
???The external timer record will be set to off automatically when:
-There is no recordable tape.
-STOP or PAUSE button is pressed while external timer recording.
-The power of this unit is ON in the external timer record standby mode.
-When you press the z (REC) for more than 3 seconds again in the external timer record standby mode.
Program Priority
If the recording time of this unit and the external device are overlap:
The earlier program takes priority. When the earlier program finishes, the later program starts.
Timer Link record
Timer Record of this unit
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Copying from DVD to VCR
You can copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape.
1.Insert the disc you wish to copy into the DVD deck and close the disc tray.
2.Insert a blank VHS video tape into the VCR deck.
3.Find the place on the DVD from which you want to start dubbing using the PLAY, FF, REW and PAUSE functions.
For best results, pause playback at the point from which you want to record.
4.Press the z (REC). The DVD goes into PLAY mode and the VCR goes into RECORD mode. If the DVD disc menu appears, you may need to press N (PLAY) manually to begin copying.
5.Press X (PAUSE) during dubbing pauses both DVD play and VCR record functions.
Press X (PAUSE) again or press z (REC) or N (PLAY), the dubbing is resuming.
6.During dub PAUSING, you could find the wanted place in the disc for dubbing by using the FF, REW and SKIP search functions.
7.When the DVD is finished playing, press x (STOP) to end copying.
Caution
Do not use FF, REW and SKIP search functions dur- ing dubbing; otherwise you might record the unwant- ed video with no sound from disc.
Notes:
???You must stop the copy process manually when the DVD movie ends, or the unit may replay and record over and over again.
???When you stop the DVD playback during copying, the recording on VCR is stopped automatically.
???If the DVD disc is
Some of these functions will be displayed every time the unit is operated.
??????
PLAY
SP
JAN 1 , TUE 2:15 PM
Each press of the ENTER (OK) changes the TV screen in the following sequence.
STOP
SP
2:15 PM
0:35:40
REM 1:58
If a tape with contents recorded on it is inserted into the VCR, the
Every press of DISPLAY changes the TV screen as illustrated below.
Counter Memory
This feature is useful if there is a section of tape you want to view immediately after recording or if you want to return to the same point several times.
1.Begin recording or playing a tape.
2.Press DISPLAY until the
3.At the point that you want to locate later, reset the
4.Continue to play or record.
5.Press x (STOP) when recording or playback fin- ishes.
6.Press m (REW). The tape automatically stops when the tape counter returns to about ???0:00:00???.
Tape Remaining
This function displays the amount of time remaining on the tape during recording or playback.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the REM indicator displays on the TV screen during recording or play- back. The remaining tape length may not be dis- played correctly depending on the condition of the tape and the kind of the tape
Notes:
???The function displays can be seen displayed on the TV screen for 5 seconds.
???The clock (or tape counter, tape remaining) mode will be displayed until you press ENTER (OK).
???The tape counter and the remaining tape length indicator appear only when a cassette is inserted. Also, the remaining tape length indicator appears after any tape operation.
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Additional VCR Information
???During manual recording playback, or fast forward modes, the unit automatically starts rewinding the tape at the end of the tape. The cassette stops at the beginning of the tape and is ejected.
???After you have finished using the unit, rewind, eject, and remove the cassette. Place the cas- sette in its protective sleeve to protect it from dust. It is not necessary to rewind the cassette before removing it, but if you do, it is ready to play or record the next time you use it.
???Do not attempt to hook up more than one televi- sion set to the unit for either recording or playback.
VCR Auto Play System
This unit features automatic playback.
When you load a tape with the safety tab removed the following occurs:
???The Output Source is changed to VCR mode automatically.
???The power turns on automatically and playback begins.
???At the end of the tape, the unit stops, then rewinds.
???The tape is ejected after rewinding and the turns itself off automatically.
Note:
Auto power off does not function during regular DVD play mode. (unit power stays on.)
???This unit can playback
???SQPB is an abbreviation for
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DVD Disc Playback (General Features)
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Notes on general features:
???If you press > once during Repeat Chapter (Track) playback, the repeat playback cancels.
???Zoom may not work on some DVDs.
???When you are playing a DVD disc that contains scenes recorded different camera angles, the angle indicator will blink on the TV screen during the operations as an indication that angle switching is possible.
???The
Additional features
Time Search DVD VCD
To start playing at any chosen time on the disc:
1.Press DISPLAY during playback.
2.Press v / V to select the time clock icon and
3.Input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. If you enter the wrong numbers, press CLEAR (0000) to remove the numbers you entered. Then input the correct numbers.
4.Press ENTER (OK) to confirm. Playback starts from the selected time.
Marker Search DVD VCD
To enter a Marker
You can start playback from up to nine memorized points. To enter a marker, press MARKER at the desired point on the disc. The Marker icon appears on the TV screen briefly. Repeat to enter up to nine markers.
To Recall or Clear a Marked Scene
1.During disc playback, press SEARCH. The marker search menu appears on the screen.
2.Within 10 seconds, press b / B to select a marker number that you want to recall or clear.
3.Press ENTER (OK) and playback starts from the marked scene. Or, Press CLEAR (0000) and the marker number is erased from the list.
4.You can play any marker by inputting its number on the marker search menu.
5.Press x (STOP) twice, clear all markers.
Last Scene Memory DVD VCD
This player memorizes last scene from the last disc that is viewed. The last scene remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the player or switch off the player. If you load a disc that has the scene memorized, the scene is automatically recalled.
Note:
This player does not memorize the scene of a disc if you switch off the player before commencing to play the disc.
Screen Saver
The screen saver appears when you leave the unit in Stop mode for about five minutes.
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Playing an Audio CD
This unit can play Audio CDs.
Audio CD
Once you insert an Audio CD, a menu appears on the TV screen.
Press v / V to select a track/file then press N (PLAY) or ENTER (OK) and playback starts. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to page
Programmed Playback
The program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the player memory. A program can contain 30 tracks.
1.Insert an Audio CD recorded media. AUDIO CD menu appears.
2.Press PROGRAM and the E mark will appear.
Note:
Press PROGRAM again to exit the program edit mode, then the E mark will disappear.
3.Select a track on the ???List???, then press ENTER (OK) to place the selected track on the ???Program??? list. Repeat to place additional tracks on the list.
4.Select the track you want to start playing on the ???Program??? list.
5.Press N (PLAY) or ENTER (OK) to start. Playback begins in the order in which you pro- grammed the tracks. Playback stops after all of the tracks on the ???Program??? list have played once.
6.To resume normal playback from programmed playback, select a track on the list and then press N (PLAY).
Repeat Programmed Tracks
Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.
???Track: repeats the current track
???All: repeats all the tracks on programmed list.
???Off(No display): does not play repeatedly.
Note:
If you press > once during Repeat Track playback, the repeat playback cancels.
Erasing a Track from ???Program??? List
1.During STOP mode, press PROGRAM and the E mark will appear.
2.Use v V b B to select the track that you wish to erase from the Program list.
3.Press CLEAR (0000). Repeat step 1~3 to erase additional tracks on the list.
Erasing the Complete Program List
1.During STOP mode, press PROGRAM and the E mark will appear.
2.Use v V b B to select ???Clear All???, then press ENTER (OK).
Note:
The programs are also cleared when the power is off or the disc is removed.
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Viewing a JPEG file
This unit can play JPEG files.
1.Insert a disc of JPEG files. The PHOTO menu appears on the TV screen.
2.Press v / V to select a folder, and press ENTER (OK). A list of files in the folder appears.
3.If you want to view a particular file, press
v / V to highlight a file and press ENTER (OK) or N (PLAY).
4.To return to the PHOTO menu while watching pic- tures, press x (STOP).
Note :
Some kind of special JPEG file can be taken more time to play than normal JPEG.
(ex. Progressive JPEG)
Tips:
???If you are in a file list and want to return to the pre-
vious Folder list, use v / V buttons to highlight 
and press ENTER (OK).
???Press DISC MENU to move to the next page.
???There are three Slide Speed options 
: >>>
(Fast), >> (Normal) and > (Slow).
Use v V b B to highlight 
. Then, use b / B to select the option you want to use then press ENTER (OK).
???While watching a picture, press O (RETURN) to hide the help menu.
Slide Show
Use v V b B to highlight the 
(Slide Show) then press ENTER (OK).
Still Picture
1.Press X (PAUSE) during slide show. The player will now go into PAUSE mode.
2.To return to the slide show, press N (PLAY) or press X (PAUSE) again.
Moving to another File
Press . or > or cursor (b or B) once while viewing a picture to advance to the next or previous file.
Zoom
During watching pictures, press ZOOM to enlarge the video image (3 steps).
You can move through the zoomed picture using b B v V buttons.
Rotating the picture
Press v / V during showing a picture to rotate the picture clockwise or counter clockwise.
JPEG disc compatibility with this player is limit- ed as follows:
???Depending upon the size and the number of JPEG files, it could take a long time for the DVD player to read the disc???s contents. If you do not see an
???The total number of files in a folder should be less than 1000 files.
???Some discs may be incompatible due to a differ- ent recording format or the condition of disc.
???Ensure that all the selected files have the ???.jpg??? extensions when copying into the CD layout.
???If the files have ???.jpe??? or ???.jpeg??? extensions, please rename them as ???.jpg??? file.
???File names without ???.jpg??? extension will not be able to be read by this DVD player. Even though the files are shown as JPEG image files in Windows Explorer.
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Playing a DVD VR format Disc
This unit will play
This unit will play
1.Insert a disc and close the tray, and playback start automatically.
2.Press TITLE to move to the list menu.
3.Press v / V to select a track then press N (PLAY) or ENTER (OK) and playback starts.
4.Press x (STOP) to stop the playback.
Notes:
???Unfinalized
???Some
What is ???CPRM????
CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of ???copy once??? broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media.
Maintenance and Service
Refer to the information in this chapter before contacting a service technician.
Handling the Unit
When shipping the unit
Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum protection,
Keeping the exterior surfaces clean
???Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit.
???Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. since they leave marks on the surface.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the sur- faces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly mois- tened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit.
Maintaining the Unit
The unit is a
Depending on the operating environment, regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1,000 hours of use.
For details, please contact your nearest authorized service center.
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Reference
Language Codes
Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings:
Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
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Troubleshooting
Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service.
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Reference
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Specifications
Accessories:
Video cable x 1, Audio cable (L/R) x 1, Remote control x 1, Batteries (R03/AAA) x 2
Note : Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Warranty (Only in U.S.A.)
Reference
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MEMO
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MEMO
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US Printed in Indonesia
P/N: MFL46896801