LG Zenith XBV713 Operating and maintenance manual

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Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty
Model Number | XBV713 |DVD Player + Video Cassette Recorder
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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: 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 built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer's instruction have been adhered to.
CAUTION:
This product employs a Laser System.
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.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open
the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM.
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.
CAUTION: VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED VIEW
DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use
radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction
manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this
equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is
made.
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.
FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this prod-
uct’s complian ce is:
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.,1000 Sylvan Avenue,
Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
Phone: [phone].
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: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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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 built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ven-
tilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radia-
tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. D
o not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience 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
tip-over.
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 power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the product, the product has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor-
mally, or has been dropped.
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.

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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
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
About the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Basic TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Optional TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Connection to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Initial Settings - VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Displaying Disc Information on-screen . . . .14
Initial Settings - DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-17
General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
LANGUAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
• Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
• Disc Audio/Subtitle/Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
• TV Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
• Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
AUDIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• Dolby Digital/DTS/MPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• Sample Freq. (Frequency) . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• DRC (Dynamic Range Control) . . . . . . .16
• Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
LOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• Password (Security Code) . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
OTHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion) . . . . . . . . .17
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
VCR Tape Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Basic Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Auto Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Manual Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback .18
Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
CM SKIP (Commercial Skip) . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
VCR Tape Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20
Basic Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
External Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20
Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Recording from External Components . . . . .20
Copying from DVD to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
On-Screen Display - VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Additional VCR Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
VCR Auto Play System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) . . . . . . . . . .22
General Playback Features - DVD . . . . . . . . .23
Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file . . . . .25
Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Repeat Programmed Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Erasing a Track from Program List . . . . . . .25
Erasing the Complete Program List . . . . . .25
Viewing a JPEG file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Still Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Moving to another File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Rotating the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Playing a DVD VR format Disc . . . . . . . . . . .27
Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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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.
Symbol Used in this Manual
Note: Indicates special notes and operating fea-
tures.
Tip: Indicates tips and hints for making the task
easier.
Asection whose title has one of the following
symbols is applicable only to the disc represented
by the symbol.
All discs listed below
DVD and finalized DVD±R/RW
Audio CDs
MP3 files
WMA files
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.
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 anti-static
spray intended for older vinyl records.
WMA
MP3
ACD
DVD
ALL
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Introduction

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Types of Playable Discs
DVD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
Audio CD
(8 cm / 12 cm disc)
In addition, this unit plays DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW,
Dual disc that contains audio titles, MP3, WMA,
and/or JPEG files.
This indicates a product feature that is
capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded
with Video Recording format.
Notes:
•Depending on the conditions of the recording
equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc
itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs
may not be played on the unit.
•Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-
shaped or octagonal) since they may result in mal-
functions.
•This DVD player requires discs and recordings to
meet certain technical standards in order to
achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded
DVDs are automatically set to these standards.
There are many different types of recordable disc
formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA
files) and these require certain pre-existing condi-
tions (see above) to ensure compatible playback.
Customers should note that permission is
required in order to download MP3 / WMA files
and music from the Internet. Our company has
no right to grant such permission. Permission
should always be sought from the copyright
owner.
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.

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Introduction
a11POWER
Switches the unit ON and OFF.
bz(REC)
Starts recording.
Press repeatedly to set the recording time.
cDisc Tray (DVD deck)
Insert a disc here.
dCassette Compartment (VCR deck)
Insert a video cassette here.
eZZVCR
Ejects the tape in the VCR deck.
f../mm
- DVD: Skip to the beginning of current chapter or
track, press twice in quick successions to go to previ-
ous 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 backward picture search.
gNN
Starts playback of a disc or tape.
hMM//>>
- DVD: Skip to next the 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.
ixx
Stops playback of the disc or tape.
jDVD/VCR (output select)
Select one of your output sources to view on the TV
screen between DVD and VCR.
kINPUT
Selects the VCR deck’s source.
(LINE 1 or LINE 2).
lZZDVD
Opens or closes the disc tray.
mDisplay Windows
DVD: The DVD deck is selected.
: Adisc is in the DVD deck.
(Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck and
Flashes when no disc.)
:Indicates repeat mode.
[P]: Indicates when the Progressive scan is active.
: Unit is in timer recording or a timer recording is
programmed (VCR part only)
:Acassette is in the VCR deck.
VCR: The VCR deck is selected.
REC: Unit is Recording.(VCR part only)
PM: Indicates PM time. (AM is not displayed.)
: Indicates total playing time, elapsed time,
remaining time or current deck status
(Playback, Pause, etc).
nRemote Sensor
Point the unit Remote Control here.
oLINE2 (VIDEO/AUDIO (L/R) input)
Connect to the audio/video output of an external
source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR).
Front Panel
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11(POWER) :Switches unit ON and OFF.
*: This button is not available.
ZZ(OPEN/CLOSE) : Opens and closes the disc tray.
DVD : Select the unit function mode to DVD.
VCR : Select the unit function mode to VCR.
INPUT : Selects the VCR deck’s source (LINE 1 or
LINE 2).
DISPLAY : Accesses On-Screen Display.
CLK/CNT : Switches between the clock, tape counter and
tape remaining modes on the display.
DISC MENU : Accesses menu on a DVD disc.
b/ B/ v/ V:Selects menu options.
vv/VV(TRK) : Adjusts manually the tape’s picture onscreen.
SETUP/MENU : Accesses or removes DVD Setup menu
and VCR menu.
ENTER (OK) : Confirms menu selections. Displays func-
tions on the TV screen.
RETURN (OO) : Removes the setup menu.
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X (PAUSE/STEP) :
Pause playback or recording temporarily.
Press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback.
./> (SKIP) :
Go to next the chapter or track.
Returns to beginning of current chapter or track or go to
previous chapter or track.
xx(STOP) : Stops playback or recording.
m/M (BACKWARD / FORWARD) :
- DVD: Search backward or forward.
- VCR: Rewinds/Advances the tape during the STOP mode,
for fast backward/forward picture search.
HH(PLAY) : Starts playback.
0-9 Selects numbered options in a menu.
PROGRAM : Shows or hides Program menu.
CLEAR : Removes a mark on the Marker Search menu.
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AUDIO : 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.
zz(REC/ITR) : Starts recording.
REPEAT :Repeat chapter, track, title or all.
RANDOM : Plays tracks in random order.
CM SKIP : Fast forwards picture search through 30 sec-
onds of recording.
A-B : Repeats sequence between two points (A and B).
SPEED : Selects recording speed.
Remote Control
About the Remote Control
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
remote sensor.
Angle: About 30° in each direction of the front of
the remote sensor.
Battery installation
Detach the battery cover on the rear of
the Remote Control, and insert two
(R03/AAA) size batteries with 3and #
aligned correctly.
Do not mix old and new batteries and never
mix different types of batteries such as
standard, alkaline, etc.
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Introduction
aVCR IN LINE 1 (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right))
Connect the audio/video output of an external source
(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.
eAC Power Cord
Plug into the power source.
fCOAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack)
(DVD EXCLUSIVE OUT)
Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.
gS-VIDEO OUT (DVD EXCLUSIVE OUT)
Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.
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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.
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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.
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
tuner and VCR still output through the DVD/VCR
OUT (A1, V) jacks.
S-Video connection
Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the unit to the
S-Video jack on the TV using the optional S-Video
cable (S).
Component Video / Progressive Scan
connection
If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready”
television, you may take advantage of the unit’s pro-
gressive scan output for the highest possible video
resolution.
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 S-Video and component jack to
your TV, the video may be displayed unstably on your
TV. You should disconnect one of both connections to
solve the problem.
Rear of DVD+VCR
L
R
AUDIO INPUT
VIDEO
INPUT
Rear of TV
A1
V
Y
Pb
Pr
COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN
VIDEO INPUT
L
R
AUDIO INPUT
Rear of TV
SA2
C
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Preparation
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 multi-channel decoder (Dolby
Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)
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 Multi-channel sound
Adigital multi-channel connection provides the best
sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel
Audio/Video receiver that supports one or more of the
audio formats supported by your unit (MPEG 2, Dolby
Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the
logos on the front of the receiver.
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 Multi-channel decoder.
•To see the audio format of the current DVD in the
on-screen display, press AUDIO.
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 20 for “Recording from External
Components”.)
DIGITAL INPUT
COAXIAL
L
R
AUDIO INPUT
Rear of DVD+VCR
Amplifier (Receiver)
A2A1 X
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, 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/Vto select the desired menu, then press
ENTER (OK).
4. Use v/Vto choose a desired option on the select-
ed Menu. Then use b/Bto choose a desired
setting.
5. Press SETUP/MENU when finished.
Note:
Menus remain on-screen for 3 minutes.
CLOCK
Use v/V/b/Bto 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 12-hour system. Be sure to set
AM and PM correctly.
PROGRAM
1. Press SETUP/MENU and the main menu
appears.
2. Use v / Vto 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/ Vbuttons to switch between the
program options, and the b / Bbuttons 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 1-4.
Notes:
•Ensure you insert a tape with the record safety
tab intact before the first programmed time.
•Press x(STOP) to end timer recording.

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Preparation
Notes:
•If you make a mistake or want to change a set-
ting, use vto 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 / Vto choose the PROGRAM menu and
press ENTER (OK).
3. Use b / Bto select a program you want to check
or erase. To erase the program, press CLEAR.
4. Press SETUP/MENU to return to the TV screen.
Program Priority
If the recording start and end times of preset
programs 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.
SETUP
FUNCTION OSD
The on-screen display can be turned on or off.
AUDIO MODE
The unit has two separate audio playback systems,
the high quality VHS Hi-Fi system and standard
NORMAL mono system. The same audio is generally
recorded on both systems. The VHS Hi-Fi system
plays on separate (left and right) channels, and the
NORMAL system plays monaural sound. The normal
track is always played so the cassette can be played
on a unit that does not have VHS Hi-Fi.
AUDIO OUTPUT (STEREO/LEFT/RIGHT)
Used during playback [when AUDIO MODE
(HI-FI/NORMAL) is in HI-FI position] for selecting the
audio output signals from the AUDIO OUT terminals
(L ch and R ch). This display setting should normally
be left in the stereo position, so that when a stereo
tape is played, the stereo sound will be heard through
the left and right channels. If a mono tape is played
and the audio output is set to stereo, the same mono
sound will be heard from both left and right channels.

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Displaying Disc Information
on-screen
You can display various information about the disc
loaded on-screen.
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/ Vand
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 14 to 17.
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 Bon the Remote Control.
To go back to the previous level:
Press bon the Remote Control.
General Operation
1. Press SETUP/MENU. The Setup menu appears.
2. Use v/Vto select the desired option then press
Bto move to the second level. The screen shows
the current setting for the selected item, as well
as alternate setting(s).
3. Use v/Vto select the second desired option
then press Bto move to the third level.
4. Use v/Vto select the desired setting then press
ENTER (OK) to confirm your selection. Some
items require additional steps.
5. Press SETUP/MENU or HH(PLAY) to exit the
Setup menu.
LANGUAGE
Menu Language
Original
English
Original
Original
Disc Audio
Disc Subtitle
Disc Menu
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Preparation
LANGUAGE
Menu Language
Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen
display.
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 4-digit number according to the lan-
guage code list on page 28. If you enter the
wrong language code, press CLEAR.
DISPLAY
TV Aspect
4:3 – Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connect-
ed.
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/Vbuttons.
3. Pressing ENTER (OK) will set the player to
Progressive scan mode.
TV Output Select
Set the player’s TV Output Select options according
to the TV connection type.
YPbPr – When your TV is connected with the COM-
PONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks
on the DVD player.
S-VIDEO – When your TV is connected with the S-
VIDEO jack.
LANGUAGE
Menu Language
Original
English
Original
Original
Disc Audio
Disc Subtitle
Disc Menu
Move Select
DISPLAY
TV Aspect
Widescree
16:9
Off
YPbPr
Display Mode
Progressive Scan
TV Output select
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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.
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 two-channel digital stereo amplifi-
er. DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital or MPEG will
be automatically downmixed to two-channel PCM
audio.
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 multi-channel karaoke DVD is
playing. The karaoke channels on the disc mix into
normal stereo sound.
LOCK (Parental Control)
Rating
Blocks playback of rated DVDs based on their
content. Not all discs are rated.
1. Select “Rating” on the LOCK menu then
press B.
2. To access the LOCK options, you must input the
password you have created. If you have not yet
entered password, you are prompted to do so.
Input a password and press ENTER (OK). Enter it
again and press ENTER (OK) to verify. If you
make a mistake before pressing ENTER (OK),
press CLEAR.
3. Select a rating from 1 to 8 using the v/Vbuttons.
Rating 1-8: Rating one (1) has the most restric-
tions and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.
Unlock: If you select unlock, parental control is
not active and the disc plays in full.
4. Press ENTER (OK) to confirm your rating selec-
tion, then press SETUP/MENU to exit the menu.
Password
You can enter or change password.
1. Select Password on the LOCK menu then press
B.
2. Follow step 2 as shown above (Rating).
To change the password, press ENTER (OK)
when the “Change” option is highlighted. Input a
password and press ENTER (OK). Enter it again
and press ENTER (OK) to verify.
3. Press SETUP/MENU to exit the menu.
If you forget your password
If you forget your password, you can clear it using the
following steps:
1. Press SETUP/MENU to display the Setup menu.
2. Input the 6-digit number “210499”. The password
is cleared.
AUDIO
Dolby Digital
Bitstream
PCM
48 kHz
Bitstream
DTS
MPEG
Sample Freq.
OnDRC
Move Select
OffVocal
LOCK
Rating
New
US
Unlock
Password
Area
Move Select

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Preparation
Area Code
Enter the code of the area whose standards were
used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list on
page 28.
1. Select “Area Code” on the LOCK menu then
press B.
2. Follow step 2 as shown previous page (Rating).
3. Select the first character using v/Vbuttons.
4. Press Band select the second character using
v/Vbuttons.
5. Press ENTER (OK) to confirm your Area code
selection.
OTHERS
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)
OnB.L.E.
OTHERS
Move Select

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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 pre-recorded video cassette.
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 HH(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.
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:
•Atape 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(TRK)
buttons on the Remote Control during playback.
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 high-speed picture search modes, the audio is
muted and horizontal lines (noise bars) appear. Also,
a short time is needed to stabilize the tape speed
when re-entering the PLAY mode so slight interfer-
ence may be observed during this time.
To search:
1. Press m (BACKWARD) or M (FORWARD)
during playback.
2. To return to playback, press HH(PLAY).
Note:
After 3 minutes in SEARCH mode the unit returns to PLAY
mode to protect the tape and video heads.
Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback
1. Press X (PAUSE/STEP) during playback.
Astill picture appears on the TV screen and the
audio is muted.
2If the still picture vibrates vertically, stabilize it by
using v/V(TRK) on the Remote Control.
3. Press X (PAUSE/STEP) repeatedly to advance
the video picture one frame at a time.
4. To return to playback, press HH(PLAY).
Note:
After 5 minutes in STILL mode the unit stops to protect the
tape and video heads.
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Operation
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(TRK) on the Remote Control if neces-
sary to adjust the tracking.
3. To return to the normal speed, press HH(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.
CM SKIP (Commercial Skip)
This feature is useful for skipping commercials or
short program segments.
1. Press CM SKIP in playback mode.
The unit performs a fast forward picture search
through 30 seconds of recording.
2. Press CM SKIP 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 Instructions
To pause the recording
1. Press X (PAUSE/STEP) to pause the tape during
recording. The REC indicator flashes in the display
window.
2. When you want to continue recording, press X
(PAUSE/STEP) or press z (REC/ITR).
After 5 minutes in PAUSE mode, the unit stops
automatically to protect the tape and the video
heads.
External Timer Recording
If the external device that is connected to this unit
has the timer reservation function, this unit can record
the input signal the 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.
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 the external
timer recording.
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.
•If the power of the external device is off while
external timer recording, this unit will be stop
the external timer recording and turns off the
power.
•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 while exter-
nal timer recording is in progress.
•The external timer record is available only for
the device that is connected with LINE1 jack
on this unit.
•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
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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.
Note:
Instant Timer recording is not available when the
external timer record is in progress.
Instant Timer Recording
With this feature you can record for a preset length
without using the program timer.
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 INPUT.
6. Set the desired recording speed (SP or SLP)
using SPEED. The tape speed appears on the TV
screen.
7. Press z (REC/ITR) twice. The menu appears on
the TV screen, recording starts, and the
(TIMER) indicator lights.
8. Press x (STOP) repeatedly to select the record-
ing 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/ITR) 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/ITR). Subsequent presses result in
advancing the recording time by 30-minute increments.
Note:
If you press X(PAUSE) during instant timer record-
ing, the instant timer recording is cancelled. It goes to
normal recording PAUSE mode.
Recording from External Components
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 INPUT 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/ITR) 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 copy-protected using
CopyGuard, you will not be able to record it using
this unit. See Copyright on page 6 for more
details.
•To record for a fixed length of time, see Instant
Timer Recording.
External Timer Record
Timer Record of this unit
INSTANT TIMER RECORD
INPUT LINE1
SPEED SP
START NOW
LENGTH 0H30M