Oakcastle DVD100 User manual

DVD·100
USER MANUAL

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Controls & Functions ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
Getting Started�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7
DVD Operation �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8
USB Operation��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9
System Set-Up ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10
Troubleshooting���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15
Specication & Warranty ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16
Safety Information������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 17
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BOX CONTENTS
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
A. Oakcastle DVD100 DVD Player
B. Remote Control
C. User Manual
D. 2 x AAA Batteries
E. RCA AV Cable
F. Power Adapter
G. USB Power Cable
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REMOTE CONTROL
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
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CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
1. On/O
2. Angle: Change angle in DVD mode (for
discs with multi-angle recording)
3. Programme (See page 7)
4. 0-9/10+: While playing DVD/VCD/CD/
MP3 discs, use key to select desired
track/chapter in menu selection.
5. Rewind (<<)
6. Fast Forward (>>)
7. L/R: Use for VCD or CD discs. Press to
select left or right channel, or stereo
8. Play/Pause
9. Setup: Press for setup menu
10. Navigate up
11. Navigate left
12. Enter/Conrm
13. Menu: Return to main DVD title menu
14. Mute/Unmute
15. Audio
16. Volume up (+)
17. OSD
18. Volume down (-)
19. Zoom: During DVD playback, press
repeatedly to zoom in or zoom out the
frame. When in zoom in mode, use
arrow keys to move picture.
20. Open/Close DVD Tray
21. Subtitle (disc dependent)
22. Video: Switch to video output mode
(cvbs.yuv.ypbpr)
23. GOTO: Press once to bring up ‘GOTO’
menu. Use the number keys to input
Title or Chapter number and time, and
use the arrow keys to move between
Title/Chapter/Time input.
24. Next (>>I): In DVD mode, press to go to
next chapter. With SVCD, VCD, CD, MP3
discs and USB, press to go to next track.
25. Previous (I<<): In DVD mode, press to
go to previous chapter. With SVCD, VCD,
CD, MP3 discs and USB, press to go to
previous track.
26. Stop
27. Title: Go to Title menu
28. Navigate right
29. Navigate down
30. Return: Return to the root DVD menu.
31. Reset: Reset DVD player settings
32. Repeat: Press repeatedly in DVD mode
to scroll through the following options:
repeat the Chapter, Title, All tracks/
scenes, or Repeat O. In SVCD, VCD or
CD mode: Repeat Track, Repeat All or
Repeat O.
33. A-B: Press to repeat certain sections.
Press button on start point (A) and the
end point (B) to select section. Cancel by
pressing button a third time.
34. P/N: Open the disc tray, then press to
switch the TV system between AUTO,
PAL and NTSC.
35. USB: Press to switch between DVD/USB.
36. Slow: Press to select slow speed playing
(press repeatedly to select between 1/2,
1/4, 1/8, 1/16 slowed)

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CONTROL BUTTONS
CONTROLS & FUNCTIONS
37. DVD Tray
38. Display
39. Remote Sensor
40. USB Port
41. Open/Close
42. Play/Pause
43. Stop
44. Power On/O
45. (Y.Pb/Cb.Pr/Cr) Output
46. HDMI Output
47. 2 x Audio Output ports
48. Video Output
49. Power Port
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GETTING STARTED
Setting Up
Connect the DVD player power adapter to a wall outlet. Press the power button
(Ref.44/Ref.1) on the unit or remote control to turn on your DVD player, the display
on the front panel will illuminate.
Follow one of the steps below for connecting your DVD player:
Connecting Via RCA Cable
Connect an RCA cable between the 2 channel Audio Output port and the RCA input
on your TV.
Connecting via HDMI
Connect a HDMI cable between the HDMI Output on the back panel of the DVD
player (Ref.46) to the HDMI input on your TV.
Connecting via Component (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr) Cable
Connect a (Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr) cable via the (Y/Cb/Pb Cr/Pr) Output of the DVD player
(Ref.45) to your TV (R/L/Video port and cable).
Programme Button
If the disc has two or more tracks, chapters, or titles, if desired, you can set up
playing order preference to be in a dierent order to the default order. Press the
PROG button (Ref.3) to open up Program mode, then use the number buttons
(Ref.4) to input the number of the track, title or chapter. To enter a double digit
number, rst press the 10+ button once to get 10, twice to get 20, and so on,
followed by the second digit of your preference. Use the up/down/left/right keys
(Ref.10/Ref.11/Ref.28/Ref.29) to move the cursor to the next track, chapter or title
position you wish to program. After programming, navigate to the ‘PLAY’ button on
the screen, then press ENTER button (Ref.12) to start program playing. Navigate
to the CLEAR button on the screen, then press ENTER button (Ref.12) to clear all
settings.
To exit Program mode, press the PROG button (Ref.3) again.

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Supported Disc Types: CD, CD-R, CD-MP3, CD+RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW,
DVD-RW
Supported File Types: MP3, MP4, DVD, DVD-R-RW, MPEG2, MPEG4
1. Ensure that your TV is set to the correct mode for DVD playback.
2. Plug in the DVD player and press the ‘Power’ button to turn the unit on. You can
do this on the unit (Ref.44) or via the remote (Ref.1).
When the machine is switched on, pressing the POWER button on the remote
control will make it go into standby mode (Ref.1). Press the button again and the
machine will switch on.
WARNING: If the product will not be used for an extended period of time, it is
advisable to unplug it for safety.
3. Press the Open/Close button on the front panel (Ref.41) or on the remote
control (Ref.20) and place a DVD disc on the disc tray. Press the Open/Close
button again to close the tray.
4. The DVD player will read the DVD disc and begin playing. You can control the
playback and settings via the remote control.

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USB Playback
This device has a USB port in the front interface for MP3/Movie playback.
Insert a USB device into the USB port (Ref.40).
Press the USB button on the remote control (Ref.35) and select ‘USB’ to switch the
source to USB. The DVD player will display the le list on the USB drive and start
playing the rst track.
Browse through the le list by pressing the up and down buttons (Ref.10/Ref.29)
on the remote control. Select a le by pressing the Enter button (Ref.12) of the
remote control.
USB Drives and MP3 Discs - Playback controls
When playing from an MP3 disc or USB drive, use the following playback controls.
Use the Play/Pause button (Ref.8) to play or pause a track.
Use the Stop button (Ref.26) to stop a track.
Press the Previous/Next buttons (Ref.25)/(Ref.24) to skip to the previous or next
track.
Use the Rewind/Fast Forward buttons (Ref.5)/(Ref.6) to rewind or fast forward
through a track.
Programme Mode
To begin programming the tracks to play in a specic order, press the PROG
button (Ref.3). Use the buttons to shift to the next track position you
wish to program. Then use the digit buttons (Ref.4) to key in the track you wish
to program to that position. Follow these steps for each track slot. When nished,
select Start to play the tracks in that order.
To exit Program mode, press the PROG button (Ref.3) again.
Note: USB port does not support USB charging for external devices.
USB OPERATION

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Press the SETUP button (Ref.9) on the remote control and the Settings will display.
The menu options are as follows:
Menu 1: System Setup
Menu 2: Language Setup
Menu 3: Video Setup
Menu 4: Audio Setup
Menu 5: Digital Setup
After accessing the Setup menu, use the buttons (Ref.10)/(Ref.11)/
(Ref.28)/(Ref.29) to access your chosen sub-menu/function. Press left to go up
back up a level, and press right to go down a level into the selected sub-menu/
function options. Press the ENTER button (Ref.12) to conrm your selection.
To exit SETUP mode, press the SETUP button again (Ref.9).
Follow the guidance on the next pages for editing these settings.
SYSTEM SET-UP
MENU OPERATION

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MENU 1: SYSTEM SETUP
SYSTEM SET-UP
TV System (NTSC/PAL/AUTO): If TV system is selected, use the and
Enter buttons (Ref.12) to set the TV Type to AUTO, NTSC or PAL depending on the
color system of your TV.
This player conforms to the NTSC and PAL color systems. However, if you are in
the USA, Canada or Mexico, leave this setting on NTSC. If incorrectly set to PAL, the
TV picture may roll vertically. In this case, set the TV system to NTSC.
Screensaver: Turn screensaver on or o. If switched on, the screensaver will
come on when the unit idles or the image is paused for several minutes.
TV Type: Select the Aspect Ratio to match the connected TV (16:9, 4:3 LB (“Letter
Box”), or 4:3 PS (“Progressive Scan”)).
Password: To set a new password for playing content rated at or above a rating
of your choice (selected using the ‘Rating’ sub-menu below), rst select ‘Password’
by pressing the Enter button (Ref.12). Enter the default password (0000) and press
Enter (Ref.12). Key in your new 4 digit password using the numeric buttons (Ref.4).
Press Enter (Ref.12) again to conrm your password. View or change the rating of
the content you wish to protect with a password by using the ‘Rating’ sub-menu
below.
Rating: Select the desired rating level from the following list: Kid Safe, G (All
ages), PG (Parental Guidance), PG 13 (Parental Guidance for children less than 13
years old), PG-R (Parental Guidance suggested for children under 17 years old),
R (Parental Guidance stronly suggested for children under 17 years old), NC-17
(Suitable for 17 years or above), Adult (Adults only).
Resume: Select to set auto-resume to ‘O’ or ‘On’. If switched on, the unit will
resume playback from the point where the disc was last stopped.
Default: Select to reset the unit to factory settings.

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MENU 2: LANGUAGE SETUP
Osd Language
Select a language for the on-screen display language (languages available are disc
dependent).
Audio Language
Select a language for the audio (languages available are disc dependent).
Subtitle Language
Select a language for the subtitles (languages available are disc dependent).
Menu Language
Select a language for the menu (languages available are disc dependent).
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MENU 3: VIDEO SETUP
SYSTEM SET-UP
HDMI Output
Set the resolution output to match the connected TV.
Video
If your TV is connected to the unit via a video jack, select CVBS.
If your TV is connected to the unit via Y, Pb/Cb, and Pr/Cr jacks, select YUV or
YPbPr.

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MENU 4: AUDIO SETUP
Downmix: Mixing audio Channels
Choose between the following audio mix settings:
LT/RT (Left total/Right total): If this audio mode is selected, the rear left or rear
right channels on Dolby 5.1 recording DVD discs will play through both the left and
right speakers.
Stereo: If this audio mode is selected, the rear left channel will play through the
left speaker, and the rear right channel will play through the right speaker.
Note: the availability of this function depends on the recording of the disc.
MENU 5: DIGITAL SETUP
Dual Mono
Choose between the following digital setup settings:
STEREO: The rear left channel plays on the left speaker; the rear right channel
plays on the right speaker.
MONO-L: Select to play the left audio channel through all speakers.
MONO-R: Select to play the right audio channel through all speakers.
MIX-MONO: Select to play mixed right and left channels through all speakers.
Note: the availability of this function depends on the recording of the disc.
SYSTEM SET-UP

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Symptoms Solutions
No power/function
Check that the power is switched on at the wall.
Check that the power adaptor is properly connected
to power outlet.
No video
Make sure that the video cables are connected
correctly.
Check that the input setting on the TV is correct.
Press the VIDEO button repeatedly until correct
picture appears on TV.
Re-install the connection cables.
Reset the settings of the DVD player.
No audio
Make sure that the audio cables are connected
correctly.
Make sure that the coaxial connected stereo is
powered on.
Re-install the connection cables.
Reset the settings of the DVD player.
Distorted video or rolling picture
Clean DVD disc of dust/dirt
The playback is on rewind/fast forward mode.
Press the P/N button repeatedly to set the color en-
coding to the correct system to match the connected
TV.
Unable to play
Place a DVD disc in the disc tray.
Place the disc in with the label side up.
Clean DVD disc of dust/dirt.
Close the setup of the DVD player.
Check that the disc or le is compatible with the unit.
Remote Control does not work
Aim the Remote Control towards the sensor on the
front panel of the DVD player.
Use the Remote Control closer to the DVD player.
Check the battery level of the batteries and replace if
necessary.
If you require further assistance with your new DVD player, please contact our
support team on the Oakcastle website: www.oakcastle.co.uk
SUPPORT
TROUBLESHOOTING

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SPECIFICATIONS
All products come with a standard 12 month warranty. All items must be
registered on www.oakcastle.co.uk for the warranty to be valid. Once on the
web page, use the menu to nd “register your product”. You will also be given the
chance to extend your warranty for an additional 24 months, free of charge.
Power Supply - AC Power Input
AC 100-240V
50-60 Hz
0.5A Max
Power Supply - DC Power
Output
5.0V ⎓1.2A
Compatible Connections
HDMI
A/V RCA Output
USB Input
(Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr)
R/L/Video
Compatible Formats Video Disc: DVD, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW,
DVD-RW
Audio/Photo Disc: CD, CD-MP3, CD+RW,
CD-R
Audio/Video/Photo File types: MP3, MP4,
DVD, DVD-R-RW, MPEG2, MPEG4
Product Dimensions (WxHxD) 20 x 4.2 x 22.5 cm
562g
Regions Supported Multi-region
FCC no� LCS201222140AE
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SAFETY INFORMATION
1� Read these instructions�
2. Keep these instructions. Instructions are also avail-
able for download at www.oakcastle.co.uk
3. Heed all Warnings
4. Follow all instructions
5. Do not clean the apparatus near or with water
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
8. Protect the power from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the
manufacturer.
10. Unplug this apparatus during light storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
11. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in a way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to the rain or moisture, does not
operate normally or has been dropped.
12. No naked ame sources, such as lit candles, should
be placed on the apparatus.
13. Dispose of used electrical products and batteries
safely according to your local authority and
regulations.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects lled with liquid, such as
vases, shall be places on the apparatus.
Main plug is used to disconnect device and it should
remain readily operable during intended use. In order
to disconnect the apparatus from the main mains
completely, the mains plug should be disconnected
from the main socket outlet completely.
Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re or the like.
RECYCLING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS
You should now recycle your waste electrical
goods and in doing so help the environment.
This symbol means an electrical product should
not be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for dispos-
al when nished with.
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully
before use and keep for future reference.
Risk of electric shock.
Do not open
Read all instructions carefully before use
and keep for future reference
When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts
ATTENTION
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR !
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN !
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN !
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
!
!
!
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions carefully
before use and keep for future reference
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