Haier DTA-1498 User manual

DTA-1498
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CONTENTS
Before Operation
Basic operation
Warning and cautions...........................................................................
Installation..............................................................................................3
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Preparation of the remote control..........................................................3
Function buttons and ........................................
Front panel of the TV set.....................................................................4
Rear panel of the TV set.......................................................................4
Using the remote control......................................................................5
Menu
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Specifications .....................................................................................30
Antenna Connection
External Connections
Functions
Connection to the external audio and video equipment..................28
Troubleshooting guide
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DVD Operation
DVD Features.......................................................................................18
Advanced Playback..............................................................................19
Special Function Playback...................................................................20
DVD System Setup................................................................................22
Playable Discs.......................................................................................26
Disc Protection and DVD Characteristics..........................................27
Others
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PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: Pursuant to 47CFR, Part 15.21
of the FCC rules, any changes or
modifications to this device not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could cause
harmful interference and would void the
user's authority to operate this device.
CAUTION:
LOCATION:INSIDE,NEAR THE DECK
MECHANISM.
This is a CLASS B product. In a
domestic environment this product may
cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate
measures to counter interference
FCC Statement
FCC NOTICE
CLASS BDIGITAL DEVICE
This equipment hasbeen tested and
found to complywith the limitsfor a
Class B digitaldevice, pursuant topart
15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are
designed to providereasonable
protection against harmfulinterference
when the equipmentis operated ina
residential environment. This equipment
generates, uses, andcan radiate radio
frequency energy and,if not installed
and used inaccordance with the
instructions in thismanual, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications.

Important safety Instructions
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ORELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCETHE RISK OFELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE.REFER
SERVICING TOQUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THATDANGEROUS
VOLTAGECONSTITUTING ARISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK IS PRESENTWITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THATTHERE ARE
IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THELITERATURE
ACCOMPANYING THEAPPLIANCE.
The important noteis located on the rear of the cabinet.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safetyand operating instructionsshould be read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety andoperating instructions shouldbe retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings onthe unit andin the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating anduse instructions shouldbe followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unitfrom the walloutlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners oraerosol
cleaners.
Use a dampcloth for cleaningthe exterior cabinet only.
6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer ofthis unit doesnot make any recommendations for attachments,as they
may cause hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not usethis unit nearwater. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchensink,
laundry tub, ina wet basement,or near a swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not placethis unit onan unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit mayfall,
causing serious injury, and seriousdamage to theunit.
S3126A
(symbol provided byRETAC)
8A. Anappliance and cartcombination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,and uneven surfacesmay cause the appliance and
cart combination tooverturn.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openingsin the cabinetback or bottom are provided for ventilation, and toensure
reliable operation ofthe unit, andto protect it from overheating. These openings mustnot be
blocked or covered.The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit ona bed,
sofa, rug, orother similar surface.This unit should never beplaced near orover a radiator or
heat source. This unit shouldnot be placed in a built-ininstallation such asa bookcase or
rack unless properventilation is providedor the manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCE
This unit shouldbe operated onlyfrom the type of power source indicated on therating plate.
If you arenot sure ofthe type of power supply to your home, consultyour appliance dealeror
local power company. For unitsintended to operatefrom battery power, or othersources,
refer to therespective pages inthis Owner's Manual for their operating instructions.
11. GROUNDINGOR POLARIZATION

Important safety Instructions
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This unit isequipped with apolarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than theother). This plugwill fit intothe power outletonly one way. This isa safety
feature. If youare unable toinsert the plug fully into theoutlet, try reversingthe plug. Ifthe
plug should stillfail to fit,contact your electrician to replace yourobsolete outlet. Insteadof
the polarized alternating-currentline plug, yourunit may be equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug (aplug having athird (grounding) pin). This plug willonly fit into a
grounding-type power outlet.This too, isa safety feature.If you areunable to insert the plug
into the outlet,contact your electricianto replace your obsolete outlet. Donot defeat the
safety purpose ofthe grounding-type plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords shouldbe routed sothat they are not likely tobe walked onor pinched
by items placedupon or againstthem, paying particular attention to cordsat plugs,
convenience receptacles, andthe point wherethey exit from the appliance.
13. LIGHTNING
Toprotect your unitfrom a lightning storm, or when it is leftunattended and unusedfor long
periods of time,unplug it fromthe wall outlet and disconnect theantenna or cablesystem.
This will preventdamage to theunit due to lightning and power line surges.
14. POWER LINES
An outside antennasystem should notbe located in the vicinity ofoverhead power linesor
other electric lightor power circuits,or where it can fall ontoor against suchpower lines or
circuits. When installingan outside antennasystem, extreme care should be takento keep
from touching suchpower lines orcircuits, as contact with them mightbe fatal.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overloadwall outlets andextension cords, as this can resultin a riskof fire orelectric
shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not pushobjects through anyopenings in this unit, as theymay touch dangerousvoltage
points or shortout parts thatcould result in fire or electricshock. Never spillor spray any
type of liquidinto the unit.
17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outsideantenna or cablesystem is connected to the unit,be sure theantenna or cable
system is groundedto provide someprotection against voltage surges and built-upstatic
charges, Section 810of the NationalElectrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA70, provides
information with respectto proper groundingof the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of thelead-in wire toan antenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors,
location of antennadischarge unit, connectionto grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the groundingelectrode.
18. SERVICING
Do not attemptto service thisunit yourself as opening or removingcovers may exposeyou
to dangerous voltageor other hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified servicepersonnel.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRINGSERVICE
Unplug this unitfrom the walloutlet and refer servicing to qualifiedservice personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When thepower-supply cord orplug is damaged.

Important safety Instructions
b. If liquidhas been spilled,or objects havefallen into the unit.
c. If theunit has beenexposed to rainor water.
d. If theunit does notoperate normally byfollowing the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controlsthat are coveredby the operatinginstructions, as an improper
adjustment of othercontrols may resultin damage andwill often require extensive
work by aqualified technician torestore the unitto its normal operation.
e. If theunit has beendropped or thecabinet has been damaged.
f. When theunit exhibits adistinct change inperformance, this indicates a need for
service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement partsare required, besure the servicetechnician uses replacementparts
specified by themanufacturer or thosethat have thesame characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,electric shock orother hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion ofany service orrepairs to thisunit, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks todetermine that theunit is inproper operating condition.
22. HEAT
The product shouldbe situated awayfrom heat sourcessuch as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or otherproducts (including amplifiers)that produce heat.
23. DISC SLOT
Keep your fingerswell clear ofthe disc slotas it is closing. It may cause serious personal
injury.
24. CONNECTING
When you connectthe product toother equipment, turnoff the power and unplug all of the
equipment from thewall outlet. Failureto do somay cause an electric shock and serious
personal injury. Read theowner's manual ofthe other equipmentcarefully and follow the
instructions when makingany connections.
25. SOUND VOLUME
Reduce the volumeto the minimumlevel before youturn on theproduct. Otherwise, sudden
high volume soundmay cause hearingor speaker damage.
26. SOUND DISTORTION
Do not allowthe product outputdistorted sound fora longtime. Itmay cause speaker
overheating and fire.
27. HEADPHONES
When you usethe headphones, keepthe volume ata moderate level. If you use the
headphones continuously with high volume sound,it may causehearing damage.
28. LASER BEAM
Do not lookinto the openingof the discslot or ventilation opening of the product to see the
source of thelaser beam. Itmay cause sightdamage.
29. DISC
Do not usea cracked, deformed,or repaired disc.These discs are easily broken and may
cause serious personalinjury and productmalfunction.
30. NOTE TO CABLE TVSYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder isprovided to callthe Cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC thatprovides guidelines forproper grounding and,in particular,specifies that the
cable ground shallbe connected tothe grounding systemof the building,as close to the point
of cable entryas practical.

Installation
Antenna connection
Generally speaking, to enjoy a clearer picture, we recommend that you use a CATV
system or an outdoor antenna .In different places, the suitable antenna type and position
may vary.
Preparation for the remote control
Battery installation
Tips for remote operation
Remove the battery cover.
When the remote control will not be used for a long period of time or when the
batteries are worn out, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.
Do not throw the batteries into fire. Dispose of used batteries in the specified
manner.
Do not drop, dampen or disassemble the remote control.
Insert two size AA batteries matching
the +/-polarities of the battery to the +/-
marks inside the battery compartment.
AC power socket
Mixer
(not incl.)
Note:
* It is recommended that a 75 ohm coaxial antenna is used to avoid
interference.
*To avoid interference from electrical signals, do not bind the antenna cable
together with any mains lead.
Antenna/ CATV input
75 standard
coaxial type

Function Buttons and External
Connections
Standby Power
Headphone

Using the Remote Control
DVD Open/close
Scan
TV Time Menu
Mute
Former Program
Call Screen Display
Program Number
Volume/Channel Selection
MENU
DVD STOP
DVD SETUP
DVD PAUSE/STEP
DVD FAST REVERSE
DVD FAST FORWARD
DVD
DVD REPEAT
DVD PLAY/ENTER
DVD A-B REPEAT
DVD Cursor Move button
DVD ANGLE
DVD SEARCH
DVD Audio
DVD TITLE
DVD PROGRAM
DVD CALL
Zoom
Standby Power
CCD ( closed caption)
DVD next Chapter
DVD previous Chapter
DVD Slow Motion
SLEEP
Picture Mode
Exit Screen Display
DVD MENU
DVD/TV
DVD SUBTITLE
1O+ BUTTON
Input Exchange
Buttons on the remote control
POWER TIME OPEN/CLOSE
SCAN RECALL DISPLAY MUTE
1234
5678
9 0
EXIT
INPUT
CH+
CH-
VOL
_MENU
D.MENU DVD/TV
STOP SETUP PAUSE/STEP
REV FWD PREV NEXT
REPEAT A-B
PLAY/ENTER SLOW
ANGLE TITLE/PBC SEARCH
AUDIO
SUBTITLE
D.CALL
PROGRAM ZOOM
10+
SLEEP
VOL
+
CCD
PICT
UP
DOWN
LEFT RIGHT

1234
5678
9 0
Remote Features
Power Button:
To turn power ON or OFF , press power button on remote control.
System and ChannelDisplay Button:
This will show you the current channel number. System will also
be displayed ifset.
Input Button:
This button hasfour settingA)Video1, B)Video 2,C)YCbCr,D)TV .
Pressing this button will cycle you through each option.
Mute Button:
Press mute button to turn off the TV volume.
One Digit ChannelSelect:
When you wantto select onedigit channel ,pressone digit.
Two DigitChannel Select:
When you want to select two-digit channel. Enter the two
digits .
Three Digit ChannelSelect:
When you want to select a three digit channel .Enter the
three digits .
CCD Button:
Press CCD button to set the C.Caption (Closed Captioned)
Off or CC1.
DVD/TV Button:
Press this buttonto change betweenTV and DVD.
OPEN/CLOSE Button:
Press this button to open or close the DVD disc tray .
DISPLAY
POWER
DVD/TV
Sleep TimerButton
This feature allows you to turn off television in pre-selected
minutes (180.170,160, ........,10 and 0). To cancel, keep
pressing button untilyou exit out.
SLEEP
INPUT
MUTE
CCD
OPEN/CLOSE

Channel (+/-) SelectButton:
You can go upand down thechannels by pressing CH (+)
button and CH (-) button. This button can also be used in adjusting the functions in
Menu Select Button:
You can select the menu by pressing the MENU button. You
can call on the menu (Video, Audio, Timer, Setup, Channel,
Calendar, Password) by pressing the corresponding button
on the remote control.
the Menu Mode.
Volume (+/-) Select Button:
You can increase the volume by pressing VOL (+) button and
decrease VOL(-) button. This button can also be used in adjusting the function
selections in the Menu Mode.
Picture Preference SelectButton:
By pressing this exclusive personal preference button, you can
select different preset brightness shades for various viewing
environments.
Program Scan Button:
This feature automaticallyscans the available channels.
Pressing it again stops the channel scanning.
System and ChannelDisplay Cancel Button:
This button allows you to turn off the channel display and exit
system menus.
Last Channel RecallButton:
This feature allows you to recall the previously viewed channel.
Time Menu Button:
When pressed it displays Time Menu Screen.
10+ Button:
This button canalso be used to select 2 digit channel numbers
when DVD mode.
RECALL
SCAN
EXIT
TIME
10+
CH+
CH-
VOL
_MENU VOL
+
PICT

Menu Functions
Video Setup:
Pressing MENU buttononce will bring the Video Setup menu onthe TV.
The following is shown on your TV screen:
Follow the procedure below to adjust the picture quality of your choice:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to increase and decrease the level to your
preference for eachitem.
Adjustment of Picture Quality:
To adjust the picture quality from the factory preset read the following:
Picture: By increasing the level. It will adjust white areas of picture and by
decreasing the level , it will adjust black areas of picture.
Brightness: By increasing the level, it will add more light to dark parts of the picture
and by decreasing the level, it will add more dark to light parts of the
picture.
Color: By increasing the level. It will adjust the low and the high level of the
picture.
Sharpness: By increasing decreasing the level, it will show cleaner and clearer
images and by decreasing the level, it will make picture smoother.
Hue: You can adjust the tint of the picture by going into picture set up menu.
By decreasing the level, it will give red tint to skin color and by
increasing the color it will give green tint to skin color.
Color Temp : By pressing the VOL(-/+) buttons to select the three setting A)Neutral,
B)Warm,C)Cool.
Picture 70
Color 50
Sharpness 40
Hue 50
Color Temp. Neutral
Brightness 32
Video
Information to user: This television receiver is equipped with
close caption decoder and parental blocking technology as
required by the FCC.
Note: The Hue option will be present on the television for NTSC.

Audio Setup:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) buttons it will bringyou to
Audio Setup display. You will see the following menu on your TV screen:
Follow the procedurebelow to adjust the sound quality:
Press VOL (+) button to increase and VOL (-)button to decrease the level to your
preference.
Audio
Volume 45
Timer Setup:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL(-/+) buttons it will bringyou to
Timer Setup display. Youwill see the following menu on your TV screen:
Follow the procedure below to select one of the above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to select your preference.
Clock: Press VOL (-/+) buttons for HOURS and VOL(-/+) buttons for MINUTES
adjustment.
Time-On: Press VOL(-/+) buttons for HOURS and VOL (-/+) buttons for
MINUTES adjustment. This feature works like an alarm clock. Your
TV will turn on at the set time.
Ch. Select: This feature switches you to your favorite channel at the appropriate
set time. Press VOL(+) and VOL(-) buttons to select the channel.
Time-Off : Press VOL (+/-) buttons for HOURS and VOL (+/-) buttons for
MINUTES adjustment. This feature works like an alarm clock. Your TV
will turn off at the set time.
Sleep Time: This feature allows you to turn off television in pre-selected minutes
(180, 170,160, ........,10 and 0).
Remind Time: Press VOL(+/-) buttons to set HOURS of attention and VOL (+/-) buttons
to set MINUTES of attention. You will see the flashing time on your TV
when the reminder time arrives. Note: This exclusive feature can
remind you of important chores while watching TV.(e.g. Time to take
pills, time to check cooking, time to call , time to do homework ,etc.)
Ch. Switch: This feature lets you store your favorite channel. Once you store the
channel number in this function, when the set time is up, it will switch
over to the set channel. This feature is used with the Exchange feature.
Press VOL(+) or VOL(-) button to select the channel.
Timer
Time-On 18:00
Ch. Select 1
Time-Off --:--
Sleep Time 0
Remind Time --:--
Ch. Switch 1
Clock 17:18

Follow the procedurebelow to select one of the above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press the VOL(+) and VOL(-) button to increase and decrease the level to your
preference for eachitem.
Language: Use VOL(-/+) buttons to select the OSD in either English, French or
Spanish.
Background: Press the VOL (-/+) buttons to select between Background ON or
Background OFF. When the Background ON function is chosen, a
moving "NO SIGNAL" sign will be displayed if there is no input signal
to the set.
Black Stretch: PressVOL (-/+) buttons to turnthe Black Stretchfeature on oroff.
When the Black Stretch function is on the screen automatically in
creases the contrast range.
VNR: Press VOL (-/+) buttons to turnthe VNR function on or off. VNR is a
term for Video Noise Reduction, a built-in device on the set that reduces
video noise interference so the viewer is assured a clear picture.
Fade: The FADE controlallows for the picture tube to warm up and gently turn
on,
VOL(+) button orVOL (-) button to
set it ON or OFF.
C.Caption: Press VOL (-/+) buttons to select the Closed Caption options. Closed
Captioning helps the hearing impaired with the broadcast program, as
well as helpingchildren learn how to read. A builtin decoder displays
the audio portion of a program as text on the screen when this option is
selected.
which can help prolong the life of the picture tube.
AVL: Automatic Volume Limit control reduces effect of large volume changes
such as when the adscome on.Press
OFF: When off is displayedon TV means C.Caption is turned off.
CC1: When CC1displays on TV means C.Caption is turned on.
CC2 to CC4: For other modes of video related broadcast information.
T1: For program guide andother information displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks a large portion of the picture on your screen).
T2 to T4 :For other modes ofinformation displayed by broadcasters.
(This blocks a large portion of the picture on your screen).
Note: Select CC1 for full translation of the primary language such as English in your
area. Select CC2 for secondary language translation such as French or any other
language that may be broadcast in your area.
Function Setup:
By pressing theMENU button, andthen pressing VOL(-/+) buttons will bring you to
Function Setup menu. You will see the following menu on your screen:
Setup
Demo Mode: This will displaythe main functions of the TV set.
Language English
Background on
VNR on
Fade off
AVL on
C. Caption off
Demo Mode
Black Stretch on

Channel setup:
By pressing MENUbutton ,and then pressing VOL-/+ button it will bringyou to
Channel Setup. Youwill see the following display on TV screen.
Channel
Antenna TV
Skip off
Current Ch. 2
Fine
Auto Program
Channel System Auto
Follow the procedurebelow to select above options:
1.Press the CH(+) and CH(-) button to go up and down the menu.
2.Press VOL (+) button or VOL (-) button to select your preference.
Channel System: Press the VOL(-/+) buttons to select the correct channel system.
In general, you can set it as "AUTO" AUTO,NTSC and NTSC443
will display inturn
Antenna: Press VOL(+) button orVOL(-) button to select TV or CATV.
Skip : Press VOL(+) button or VOL(-) button to add or delete the channel
from the stored memory.
Current Ch. : Press VOL(+) button to go up and VOL (-) button to go down to set
the channel position. The display will show the current playing
channel.
Channel Coverage by Antenna:
Antenna Type Channel Range
VHF 2-13
UHF 14-69
CATV 1-125
Fine: If thepicture and/or soundare poor, try using the FINE TUNE
feature. Do not use thisfeature unless receptionis poor. Press
VOL (+/-) to start the Fine Tune function.
Auto Program: Press VOL (+) button to autoprogram in channels. This search
automatically adds onlythe active channels in your area to the TV's
memory. It deletes any channels on which there is no broadcast or
a poor signal.
Note: The Auto Search function will scan the channels on the selected antenna
input. If the TV is connected to cable, please select Cable under Antenna.

Calendar:
Your TV has been designed with a calendar. By pressing MENU button ,and then
pressing VOL(-/+) buttons it will bring you to Calendar. You will see the following
display on TV screen.
Calendar
OCT
OCT
OCT
Follow the procedurebelow to adjust the Calendar quality:
1. +/-) buttonsPress the CH( to select the year item,the month itemor the date item.
2. Press the VOL(-/+) buttons to change calendar setup .
3. Press EXIT button to exit the calendar mode.
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V-CHIP Setup:
Press the MENU Button on your remote control to go to Password menu, then input
the password (0000). It will bring Parental Lock set up display on the screen. You
will see the following menu on your screen:
This function enables you to lock certain TV channels in accordance to the V-CHIP
requirement established by the FCC.
To set the V-CHIP function:
Select the TV Rating option. You will see the TV Rating menu on your TV screen:
1.Press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu.
2. Press VOL(-/+) buttons to go into TV Rating and Movie Rating menus.
3.Press VOL(-/+) buttons to set the Parental Lock ON and Parental Lock OFF.
When TV rating is selected, you will see the following rating table on your TV screen.
Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu, then press VOL(+)
button to select "B" or "U' .
Parental Lock
Parental Lock off
TV Rating
MPAA Rating
Lock Menu
Change Password
Passsword
Password ----
TV Rating
Rating FV
TV-Y
TV-Y7
TV-G
TV-PG
TV-14
TV-MA
DLSV
UUUU
UUUU
UUU
U
U
U
U
U
U
>
U

When MPAA Rating is selected, you will see the following rating tableon your TV
screen.
Parental Lock off means the lock function is turned off . If the Parental Lock is in
"Off" mode then V-CHIP function will not be active to accept the V-CHIP signal.
Parental Lock on means the lock function is turned on. If the lock is in the "On"
mode then V-CHIP function is activated to accept the V-CHIP signal.
Password
The "Default Password" preset by the manufacturer is "0000" . If you want to change
the preset password to your own password, just choose any four digits that can be
easily remembered and set. Once you set password for a particular channel, that
channel will be blocked. This channel can only be accessed with the password.
MPAARating
GU
PG U
RU
NC-17 U
XU
P G -13 U
Lock Menu
AV Lock: When it is set ON, you can not use the AV.
Program Lock: When it is set ON, the current channel is locked, you can not see
the program of this channel.
Note: You can press CH(+/-) buttons to go up and down the menu, then press VOL(+)
button to select "B" or "U' .

V-Chip Technology:
The "V-Chip Technology" allow you to use U.S. And Canada Movies and TV
PROGRAMS Guide ratings to block certain types of TV programs and movies.
To understand clearly about TV programs rating codes, read the following list:
U.S. TV Program Ratings
NR: Not Rated-this means that programs are not rated or rating does not apply.
TV-Y: For all children-this type of rated programs are designed for a very young
audience, including children from ages 2-6.
TV-Y7: Directed for older children - this type of rated programs may include comedic
violence of mild physical, or may frighten children under the age of 7.
TV-G: General Audience-this type of rated programs contains little or no
violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialogue and situations.
TV-PG:Parental Guidance Suggested-this type of rated programs may contain
limited violence, some suggestive sexual dialogue and situations, and rare
language.
TV-14: Parents strongly cautioned-this type of rated programs may contain sexual
content, strong language and more intense violence.
TV-MA:Mature audience only-this type of rated programs may contain sexual
violence, explicit sexual content and profane language.
FV: This type of rated programs contain Fantasy and cartoon violence.
Violence: This type of rated programs contain violence.
S: This type of rated programs contain sex.
L: This type of rated programs contain offensive language.
D: This type of rated programs contain dialogue with sexual content.

To understand clearly about movies rating codes, read the following list:
U.S. Movies Rating Chart
NR: This means movie is not rated yet. It is pending government rating approval.
G: General Audience-this type of movie rating means all ages admitted to see
the movie.
PG-13:Parents Strongly Cautioned - this type of movie rating means some material
may not be appropriate for children under13.
R: Restricted- This type of movie rating means children under 17 of age requires
to be with parent or guardian.
NC-17:This type of movie rating means no one 17 and under admitted.
X: This type of movie rating means adults only.
To understand clearly about Canadian programs rating codes, read the
following list:
Canadian English Rating Chart
E: Exempt - this type of rated programs contain news, sports, documentaries, talk
shows, music videos, and variety of other programs.
C: This type of rated programs are intended for children under age 8. There is no
offensive language, nudity or sexual content.
C8+:This type of rated programs generally considered acceptable for children 8
years and over. There is no profanity, nudity or sexual content.
G: This type of rated programs generally suitable for all audiences.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested -in this type of rated programs, some material
may not be suitable for children.
14+: In this type of rated programs, some content may not be suitable for viewers
under the age of 14.Parents are strongly cautioned not to have their children
view 14+ rated programs by pre-teens and early teens.
18: Adults Only-this type of rated programs are only for adult viewers only.

DVD Features
Basic Playback
Preparations
1. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray,
place a disc in the disc tray.
There are two different disc sizes. Place the
disc in the correct guide on the disc tray. If the
disc is out of the guide, it may damage the disc
and cause the DVD player to malfunction.
Do not place a disc which is unplayable in this
DVD player.
2. Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray, the
playback will automatically start.
3. Some discs may start playback with a menu. Use
the cursor buttons on the remote control to select
menu options and press PLAY/ENTER to start. You
may also press the digit buttons to select a menu
option directly. Many DVDs will not allow this during
start-up.
1. Press PAUSE/STEP to pause playback (still mode).
The sound will be muted during still mode.
2. Press PLAY/ENTER to resume normal playback.
Pause playback
1. Press STOP button to go to stop mode, the TV
screen will show the start logo. As some disc the
player can recall the location where stopped, such
as DVDs and audio CDs.
2. Press PLAY/ENTER to playback to resume play-
back from the location where playback is stopped
or from the beginning of the disc.
3. Press STOP twice to stop completely.
Stop playback
Previous and Next
Fast forward and Fast reverse
1. Press FWD to fast forward through the disc.
Each time the FWD button is pressed, the
fast forward motion speed changes.
2. Press PLAY/ENTER to resume normal playback.
3. Press REV to fast reverse through the disc.
Each time the REV button is pressed, the
fast reverse motion speed changes.
4. Press PLAY/ENTER to resume normal playback.
Basic playback
Single step playback
Some discs donot start automatically. Press
PLAY/ENTER tostart playback.
Preparations
Press the DVD/TV button on the remote control or
the TV to enter the DVD status.
Pause playback
1. Press STOP button to go to stop mode, the TV
screen will show the start logo. As some disc the
player can recall the location where stopped, such
as DVDs and audio CDs.
2. Press PLAY/ENTER to playback to resume play-
back from the location where playback is stopped
or from the beginning of the disc.
3. Press STOP twice to stop completely.
Stop playback
Previous and Next
Fast forward and Fast reverse
Basic playback
Single step playback
Some discs donot start automatically. Press
PLAY/ENTER tostart playback.
During Playing, pressingthe PREV keywill
restart the currentchapter and skip chapters
backwards with eachsubsequent press until the
start of thedisc is reached.
Each press ofNEXT key duringplaying will
skip the currentchapter and play the next one.
In the caseof CD audio, MP3 and photodiscs the
previous or nexttrack, song or photo is selected.
To single step press the Pause button,
then press Pause/Step in continuous steps
to view thenext frame.