RCA Scenium DRS720N User manual

DRS720N DVD Player
User's Guide
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To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not
remove cover or back (no user
serviceable parts inside). Refer servicing
to qualified personnel.
FCC INFORMATION
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 frequency
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 this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference--Causing Equipment Regulations.
Note:
This device is protected by U.S.
patent numbers 4,631,603 and
4,577,216 and 4,819,098 and other
intellectual property rights. The use
of Macrovision’s copy protection
technology in the device must be
authorized by Macrovision and is
intended for home and other limited
pay-per-view uses only, unless
otherwise authorized in writing by
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited
This DVD player is designed and
manufactured to respond to the
Region Management Information. If
the Region number of a DVD disc
does not correspond to the Region
number of this DVD player, this
DVD player cannot play the disc.
The Region number for this DVD
player is Region No 1.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back
panel of your product for its proper operating voltage.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante
de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
CAUTION
FCC Regulations state that
unauthorized changes or modifi-
cations to this equipment may void
the user’s authority to operate it.
CAUTION
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUST-
MENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS
AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
This symbol indicates
“dangerous voltage” inside the
product that presents a risk of
electric shock or personal injury.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of
purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you
need them. The numbers are located on the back of the player.
Model number: DRS720N Serial Number:
Purchase date:
Dealer address and phone:
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT
Product Registration: Please fill out the product registration card (packed
separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: Your RCA Scenium
Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rcascenium.com/
productregistration Registering this product allows us to contact you if
necessary.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire
or shock hazard, do not expose this
DVD player to rain or moisture. No
objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no
objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
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Table Of Contents
Chapter 1:Connections and Setup
Things to consider before you connect ......................2
Install batteries in the Remote....................................2
Back of the DVD Player:
Explanation of Jacks and
Cables ......................................................................................3
Front of the DVD Player ..............................................5
Player front display........................................................5
Connection: DVD+TV+VCR ........................................7
Point the Remote in the Right Direction....................8
Turn on theTV and the DVD Player ..........................8
Using Different Menus ..................................................8
How to find yourTV’sVideo Input Channel ..............9
Chapter 2:The Remote Control
Explanation of Buttons ..............................................10
Can the remote operate your component ..............12
Programming the Remote ........................................12
Automatic Code Search ............................................13
Know the Mode ..........................................................13
Remote Codes ............................................................14
Chapter 3:Playing Discs
Compatible Discs ........................................................18
Regional Coding ..........................................................18
Using Different Menus................................................18
How to load and play a disc ......................................18
Search Options............................................................19
Playback Options ........................................................19
Chapter Advance ....................................................19
Scene Again ..............................................................19
Zoom ........................................................................19
Using the On-Screen Info Displays............................20
How to Navigate the Info Display ......................21
Time Display ............................................................21
Title/Track Icon ......................................................21
Chapter Icon ............................................................21
Screen Fit Icon ........................................................22
Subtitles Icon............................................................22
Audio Language Icon..............................................22
Play Mode Icon ........................................................23
AB Repeat ................................................................23
Random ....................................................................24
Program Play ............................................................24
Introscan....................................................................24
DVD Audio Discs....................................................25
Groups ......................................................................25
Bookmark Icon ........................................................26
Camera Angle Icon ................................................27
DivX..............................................................................27
How to use DivX ..................................................27
Viewing DivX VOD Content................................28
Playing DivX Discs..................................................28
Using the remote to navigate DivX ..................28
DivX Specifications ................................................28
Playing mp3,WMA and JPEG Files ..........................29
Basic Playback ..........................................................30
Playback Details ......................................................30
Musical Slide Show: Playing JPEG files and mp3 or
WMA files at the same time ................................31
Chapter 4:Menu System
The DVD Player Menu System..................................33
Play Menu ....................................................................33
Play Mode Menu..........................................................33
Start (standard play) ..............................................33
Random Play ............................................................33
Program Play ............................................................34
AutoPlay ....................................................................34
IntroScan ..................................................................34
DivX ..........................................................................34
Parental Control Menu ..............................................35
Locking your DVD Player ....................................35
Unlocking your DVD Player ................................36
Changing your Password ......................................36
Explanation of Ratings Limits....................................36
Setting Ratings for Rated Titles............................37
Unrated Titles ..........................................................37
Display Menu................................................................38
TV Image ..................................................................38
Front Display............................................................39
Progressive Scan..........................................................39
Sound Menu ................................................................41
Night Mode ..............................................................41
Virtual Surround......................................................41
Voice+........................................................................42
Languages Menu..........................................................42
Speakers ......................................................................43
Distance........................................................................43
Test................................................................................44
Chapter 5:Additional Information
Troubleshooting ..........................................................45
Maintenance of Cabinet..............................................49
LimitedWarranty........................................................50
Accessory Information ..............................................52
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and
other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home use only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.Your unit might differ slightly.
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Chapter 1 Connections and Setup
Things to consider before you connect
Protect components from overheating
•Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components.Arrange the components so that air
can circulate freely.
•Don’t stack components.
•If you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
•If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf.
Position cables properly to avoid audio interference
•Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack.
•If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV
instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
•If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead
cables away from audio/video cables.
Note: Some discs may not be compatible due to laser pickup and disc design.
Loading a Disc
The first time you turn on the unit, you might hear the internal disc compartment move into
place.This is normal.
Install Batteries in the Remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert the batteries (provided), by matching the diagram in the battery compartment to make
sure + and – are in the proper position.
3. Put the battery cover back in place.
Important Battery Information
•If you’re not going to use the remote for a month or more, be sure to remove the batteries
because they can leak and cause damage.
•Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regulations.
•Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type,if inserted incorrectly, if all
batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to
charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
•Discard leaky batteries immediately.Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other personal injury.
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Connections and Setup
Back of DVD Player: Explanation of Jacks and Cables
There are several ways to connect your DVD Player to your TV depending upon the cables you
have and the jacks that are on the back of your TV. Different jacks and cables provide a different
level of performance.The jacks on the back of your DVD Player and the cables used to connect
them are explained below. A sample connection and instructions are on pages 6 and 7.
Back of the DVD
Player
L
R
AUDIO OUT
SUBWOOFER
FRONT SURROUND CENTER
(5.1 CHANNEL)
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pr
Pb
COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
SVIDEO OUT
Y
Pr
Pb
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Component video
jacks and cables are
often color-coded
(red, blue, and
green).
S-VIDEO jack
S-Video cable
AUDIO/
VIDEO
OUT jacks
Video cable (yellow)
Video Jacks and Cables
VIDEO OUT Jack and Cable
The basic Video jack (usually color-coded yellow) is also referred to as
composite video. Composite video is better than the video quality you get from
an RF coaxial cable (the type used to plug the cable feed into a TV). Usually the
video cable is bundled with the audio cables (white and red).
S-VIDEO OUT Jack and Cable
The S-VIDEO OUT (separate video) jack provides better picture quality than
composite video (the VIDEO OUT jack) because the color is kept separate
from the black and white part of the video signal. If your TV has an S-Video
jack, connect the DVD Player to the TV with an S-Video cable.
Note: Remember to connect the audio cables because the S-Video cable carries only the
picture signal, not the sound.
COMPONENTVIDEO OUT (Y, Pb,Pr) Jacks and ComponentVideo Cables
The Y, Pb, Pr jacks provide optimum picture quality because the video signal is
separated into three parts.
To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables (yellow) for
the connection.You can also buy bundled component video cables that are
color-coded to match the Y, Pb, Pr jacks (red, green, and blue).
Note: Remember to connect the audio cables because the component cable carries only
the picture signal, not the sound.
L
R
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
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Connections and Setup
Audio Jacks and Cables
AUDIO L (left) and R (right)
These jacks send the audio from the disc you’re playing to the TV.The audio jacks
and cables are often color-coded (red for right audio, and white for left audio).You
must connect audio cables to the AUDIO L and R jacks on the DVD Player and
the corresponding Audio Input Jacks on the TV no matter which Video jack you
connect (VIDEO; S-VIDEO; or Y, Pb, Pr).
If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white
L/Mono) audio jack on the TV and don’t connect the right audio part of the cable.
5.1CH AUDIO OUT jacks only will give you true DVD audio sound quality when playing
DVD audio discs.
DIGITAL OUT/OPTICAL and DIGITAL OUT/COAXIAL
Use one of these jacks to connect your DVD Player to a Dolby* Digital or DTS
receiver or decoder. Some receivers have either the COAXIAL or OPTICAL type
of Digital Audio Input jack, and some have both. Under most conditions, optical
and coaxial connections work equally well — the only difference is the type of
cable you connect to the jack.
If you want to use a less expensive cable, connect a coaxial cable to the COAXIAL
jack if your receiver has a Coaxial Input Jack. Rarely, but sometimes, coaxial digital
cables — especially long ones, pick up radio frequency (RF) interference from
household appliances, nearby power lines, and/or broadcast towers. If that is the
case, connect an optical cable (sometimes called SPDIF) to the DIGITAL
OUT/OPTICAL jack on the DVD Player and a compatible Digital Input Optical
Jack on the receiver.
5.1CH AUDIO OUT
Use these audio jacks to connect your DVD Player to a home theatre
system. Each one of the 5.1 Channel Audio Out jacks maintains the audio on the
same track as produced when using this audio technology (FRONT L and R; SUR-
ROUND L and R; SUB (subwoofer); and CENTER).
Digital Out
Optical cable
Digital Out
Coaxial cable
L
R
AUDIO OUT
OPTICAL
D
IO OUT
Audio/
Video
cables
AUDIO R
and L jacks
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL jack
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL jack
O
T
COAXIAL
DIGITAL AU
D
Back of the DVD
Player
SUBWOOFER
FRONT SURROUND CENTER
(5.1 CHANNEL)
L
R
AUDIO OUT
SUBWOOFER
FRONT SURROUND CENTER
(5.1 CHANNEL)
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pr
Pb
COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
Note: DVD Audio discs sometimes vary in the way they are created — sampling can be different from one
disc to the next. To enjoy maximum sound quality and surround effect of DVD Audio, use 5.1 channel
analog audio output (5.1CH AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of the DVD Player).
If you use the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) for your audio connection, the sound will only be similar
to CD-quality sound even though you’re playing a DVD Audio disc.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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DVD: Lights when a DVD is playing.
Playback direction: Forward play ( ), or while using the PAUSE button-
slow motion and slow reverse ( ) on the chapter or track being played.
DivX: Lights when a DivX movie format is played.
DVD•A: Shows the type of disc playing is a DVD Audio.
VCD: Shows the type of disc playing is a Video CD (VCD).
SVCD: Shows the type of disc playing is a Super Video CD (SVCD).
CD: Shows the type of disc playing is a CD (Compact Disc).
Time Display: Shows the amount of time elapsed on the disc.
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Player front display
The display on the front of your DVD player provides information about discs and playback.
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Connections and Setup
Front of the DVD Player (buttons appear left to right below)
2
3
4
5
6
1 STANDBY/ON - Turns the player on and off.
2 EJECT - Removes disc from player.
3 STOP - Stops disc play.
4 PREV/video - Goes to the beginning of the previous chapter or track.When you’re
not playing a disc, accesses Video Output options when you press and hold the button for 3
seconds (see page 40).
5 NEXT - Skips to next chapter or track
6 PLAY/PAUSE - Begins disc play or pauses disc play.
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8
9
7
8
1
5
10
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L
R
AUDIO OUT
SUBWOOFER
FRONT SURROUND CENTER
(5.1 CHANNEL)
OPTICAL
S-VIDEO OUT
Y
Pr
Pb
COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
TV
L
R
CABLE/ANTENNA
YPBPR
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
VIDEOL R
INPUT1
INPUT2
S-VIDEO
VCR
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANTENNA
E
DVD PLAYER
From
Cable
Line
Connections and Setup
6
Notes:
The back of your TV and VCR might look different than the ones pictured here. Details about the different
kinds of cables used to connect your DVD player are on page 3.
Don’t connect the DVD player to the VCR, or through the VCR. Doing so could negatively affect the picture
quality and/or disable the DVD player.
For U.S. customers; If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative
who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its
operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.
For additional assistance while using your RCA product, please visit www.rca.com/customersupport.
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Connections and Setup
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Connection: DVD +TV +VCR
1. Connect the audio cables to the AUDIO OUT L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on
the back of your DVD player, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV
(sometimes labeled AUDIO IN L and R).
2. Connect the video cable.
2a. Basic video connection – Connect the video cable (yellow) to the TV VIDEO OUT jack
on the back of your DVD Player, and to the Video Input jack on your TV (sometimes labeled
VIDEO IN). – OR –
2b. S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video jack, connect the S-Video cable (not
provided) to the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-VIDEO
jack on your TV. – OR –
2c. If your TV has component jacks (Y, Pb, Pr) use video grade cables (not provided) to the
S-VIDEO OUT jack on the back of your DVD Player and to the S-VIDEO jack on your TV.
Note: If you have a Progressive Scan TV, you must use the Component Video connection (Y, Pb, Pr),
and activate Progressive Scan through the menu system or by pressing the PREV/video button on the
front of the DVD player (for instructions go to page 40).
3. Connect the antenna or cable to the Antenna Input jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled IN
FROM ANTENNA).
Note: Connecting a VCR is optional. It is only shown in this diagram because most households have a VCR
connected to the TV.
4. Connect a coaxial cable to the Antenna Output jack on the VCR (OUT TO TV) and to the
Antenna Input jack (CABLE/ANTENNA) on the TV.
5. Insert the power cord into the unit and into an AC outlet.
Go to page 8
Notes:
You can’t load a disc into the player until you’ve plugged it in and turned it on.You may hear a
slight noise the first time you turn on the DVD player because the internal disc compartment
may need to move into place.
If your TV doesn’t have Audio and Video Input Jacks and only has an RF jack, you need to
connect an RF modulator (not provided).
More Information about Progressive Scan
Some high-end HDTVs and multimedia monitors offer progressive scanning of the video
signal instead of interlace. Progressive Scan provides a crisper picture—it eliminates the
“flicker” or “jitter” at the edges of the screen.Your DVD player is equipped to send a
progressive scan signal, but you must connect the DVD player via the COMPONENT jacks
(Y, Pb, Pr) to a Progressive Scan TV or monitor,AND you must turn on Progressive Scan in
the DVD Player’s menu system or by pressing the PREV/video button on the front of the DVD
player (for instructions go to page 40).
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Connections and Setup
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3. The first time you turn on your DVD player, a
Language Selection menu appears. If you want the
DVD player’s menus to appear in English, press the
OK button on the remote control. If you prefer
another language, press the button until that
language is highlighted and press OK to select it.
Using Different Menus
Each disc is programmed with different features.There
are three separate types of menus that you can use to
access features:
•The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each
disc and is separate from the DVD player’s menu.The
contents of each Disc menu vary according to how
the disc was authored and what features were
included on the disc.The Disc menu is turned on and
off (while the disc is playing) with the MENU button
on the remote.
•The DVD player’s Info Display –The Info Display
appears as icons across the top of the screen. It can
only be accessed while you are playing a disc. It’s
turned on and off with the INFO button on the
remote control.
•The DVD player menu –The DVD player’s menu
system is accessed only when a disc isn’t playing. It
appears automatically when you press the STOP
button on the remote.
Remember: A feature will only work if the disc was programmed
with that feature. For example, if you choose subtitles on the Info
Display, the subtitles will only appear if the disc was created with
subtitles. If a menu or icon is “grayed out” it means that item (or
feature) isn’t available.
Español
Francais
English Select a Menu Language
Select langue de menu
Selecione Idioma Menu
Point the Remote in the Right Direction and Put it in DVD Mode
When you want the remote to operate the DVD Player, point the remote at the DVD Player, not
the TV. Make sure the remote is in DVD mode - press the DVD button.Also, you must make sure
there is a clear path between the remote control and the DVD Player because the remote
control uses infrared (IR) technology that sends a command from the remote control to the IR
sensor on the front of the DVD player.
Turn on theTV and DVD Player,and SelectYour Language
1. Turn on your TV and tune it to the correct Video Input Channel (if you don’t know which
channel is the Video Input channel, go to page 9 for help).
2. Make sure the remote is in DVD mode (press the DVD button). Press the ON•OFF button
to turn on the DVD Player.
Sound
Play
Parental Control
Display
Play Mode
Languages
Press Play to resume playback.
Disc name: U571
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Video Input ChannelVariations
Button/Switch Button on the Channel
on theTV TV remote Number
VIDEO VID1 S-VID 00 93
SIGNAL LINE INPUT 90 VID 1
VID 1 VID SOURCE 91 VID 2
VID 2 VIDEO AUX 92 INPUT
TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO VIDEO
Connections and Setup
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How to find yourTV’sVideo Input Channel
In order to see what’s playing on your DVD Player, you need to tune the TV to the Video Input
Channel that corresponds to the jacks you used to connect the DVD Player to the TV.The Video
Input Channel(s) varies for different brands and different models of TVs.
RCA, GE and ProscanTVs
If your TV is an RCA, GE, or Proscan brand, the remote packed with your DVD will most likely
access the TV’s Video Input Channel. Just press the TV button, and then press the INPUT button
until you see the DVD’s main menu, screen saver, or the disc you’re playing.
Other Brands of TVs
Since access to a TV’s Video Input Channel varies from one manufacturer to the next, it’s difficult
to provide specific instructions for your particular brand. However, a list of suggestions is
provided below.
Consult the instruction manual that came with your TV.
If you can’t find the information in the manual, or can’t find the manual, review the following list.
•There might be a button on the TV’s remote control that accesses the Video Input Channel
(see table below for examples).
•You might select the Video Input Channel from the TV’s on-screen menu system or a button
on the TV itself.
•You might tune to it by pressing a specific channel number (see table below).
•Press the Channel up and/or down buttons on the TV’s remote control (sometimes the Video
Input Channel is stored in your TV’s channel list).
Next Steps
Before you start playing discs, you might want to get familiar with the remote control – Chapter
2has details. Playing Discs is found in Chapter 3;the menu system is outlined in Chapter 4;and
Chapter 5 contains troubleshooting, Limited Warranty, and accessory information.
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Chapter 2 The Remote Control
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A G A I N A D V A N C E L I V E
The Universal Remote Control
that came with your DVD player
operates most RCA, GE,and
Proscan branded components
without programming.
Additionally, the remote is
capable of being programmed
to operate many other brands
and models ofTVs,satellite
receivers, or cable boxes.
Indicator
light
Explanation of Buttons
You can use this remote to operate the DVD player, and to
access the features available.The remote is also designed to
operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components (TVs and
satellite receivers). If you have another brand, you can
program the remote control to operate those components
(go to page 12 for instructions).
The descriptions that follow describe how each button
works when operating the DVD player. Many buttons will
perform different functions depending upon the type of disc
and menu functions of the disc.
Indicator light Indicates when you press a button and a
command has been sent. Used to indicate status of remote
control when programming it to operate other
components.Also, indicates when batteries are low by
flickering when you press a button on the remote.
0-9 (Number buttons) Use the number buttons to input
information such as chapter numbers, track numbers, to
make selections on some menu screens, and/or to change
channels.
Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right) Use the arrow
buttons to highlight options that appear on the screen (the
arrow buttons move the highlight in the corresponding
directions — up arrow moves the highlight up; left arrow
moves the highlight left, etc.).
ADVANCE When playing a disc, moves forward
approximately 30 seconds. Not applicable for VCDs or mp3
files.
AGAIN Accesses the Scene Again™ feature which replays
the last several seconds (approximately 10) of the DVD disc
you’re playing. Not applicable for VCDs or mp3 files.
ANGLE Accesses various camera angles that might have
been added to a pre-recorded disc when it was created.
Not available on all discs.
ANTENNA In SAT•CABLE mode, functions as a TV/SAT
button for RCA satellite receivers.
CH + Advances to the next chapter or track when you’re
playing discs. Goes to the next channel in the channel list
when watching TV or satellite.
CH – When playing a disc, goes to the beginning of the
current chapter or track, unless you’re within the first
minute of a chapter or the first 15 seconds of a track—
then you’ll skip to the beginning of the preceding chapter
or track.When watching TV or satellite, goes to the
previous channel in the channel list.
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The Remote Control
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CLEAR Removes on-screen menus and displays.
DVD Turns on the DVD player and puts the remote in DVD mode so it operates the DVD
player.This button is not programmable.
FORWARD Searches forward through the disc.
GO BACK Returns you to the previous menu.When watching TV or satellite, goes back to the
previous channel.
INFO Displays the on-screen Info Display (for details about the Info Display, go to page 20.)
INPUT Accesses the Input Jacks of compatible TVs. (The remote must be in TV mode).
LIVE This button has no functionality with this product.
MENU When the disc is stopped, accesses the DVD player’s menu.When a disc is playing,
accesses the disc’s menu, if one is available.
MUTE Lowers the volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume.
OPEN•CLOSE Opens and closes the disc tray on tray-load models, ejects the disc on slot-load
models.
OK When a menu is on the screen, selects the highlighted item.
ON•OFF Turns the DVD player on and off. In TV or SAT mode, turns off that device.
PAUSE Pauses disc play or recording.
PLAY Begins disc play.
RECORD This button has no functionality with this product.
REVERSE Searches backward through the disc.
SAT•CABLE Puts the remote in Satellite or Cable Box mode in order for the remote to
operate a satellite receiver or cable box.This remote is capable of being programmed to operate
many brands of satellite receivers and cable boxes. It is already programmed to operate most
RCA, GE, and Proscan brand satellite receivers.
STOP Stops playback.
GUIDE Displays a type of disc menu when the disc has been formatted to include it.
TV Puts the remote in TV mode in order for it to operate your TV.This remote is already
programmed to operate RCA, GE, and Proscan brand TVs. It is capable of being programmed to
operate many brands of TVs.
VOL +/- If your remote is capable of operating your TV, increases and decreases the volume
level.
ZOOM Enlarges the image on the screen so you can zoom in on details.To pan and scan after
you’ve zoomed in on an image, use the arrow buttons.The Zoom feature isn’t available on all
discs.Typically, it works with DVD discs and CDs with JPEG files.
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R E T URN
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S A T • CAB L E T V
D V D
M E NU
C L E A R
I N F O
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Z OO M
R E V E R S E P L A Y F O R W A RD
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A G A I N A D V A N C E L I V E
TV button
ON•OFF button
Indicator light
PLAY button
STOP button
REVERSE button
Can the remote operate your
component
This remote control is designed to operate most RCA,
GE, and Proscan products.
1. Press the component mode button you want to
operate (TV or SAT•CABLE)
2. Point the remote at the component. Press the
ON•OFF button (if the component turns on or off,
this remote will operate it).
3. If that doesn’t work, you can try programming the
remote by following the instructions below.
Programming the remote
The universal remote can be programmed to operate
most brands of remote controllable components.There
are two ways to program this remote: Direct Entry and
Automatic Code Search (both methods are described
below).
Note:The DVD button can’t be programmed on this remote.
Direct Entry
1. Turn on the component to be programmed (TV or
SAT•CABLE)
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) from the list
starting on page 14.
3. Press and hold the component button you want to
program on the remote (TV or SAT•CABLE)
4. Enter the 4-digit code from the code list for your
brand (pages 14-17).
5. Release the component button.
6. Point the remote toward the component and press
the ON•OFF button to see if it responds to the
command. If it doesn’t try pressing the component
button and then ON•OFF again.
•If you get no response, repeat these steps using the
next code listed for your brand, until the component
responds to the remote commands.
•If you try all the codes for your component brand and
none work, try the automatic code search method. If
automatic code search doesn’t find the code, the
remote is not compatible with your component.
SAT•CABLE
CLEAR button
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Notes:This remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of components.
It may also not operate all functions of the remote that came with your component.
If Direct Entry doesn’t work try the Automatic Code Search below.
Automatic Code Search
The Automatic Code Search method tests all of the codes for a specific component button. If you
want to stop the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press
CLEAR until the indicator on the remote turns off.
1. Turn on the component you want to operate (TV, cable box or satellite receiver)
2. Press and hold the component button you want to program.While holding the component
button, press and hold the ON•OFF button until the indicator light on the remote turns on—
then release both buttons.
3. Point the remote at the component. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the
indicator on the remote stops flashing.
At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program (you’ll know it’s found
the correct code when the component turns off, go to step 4). If, after 5 seconds, it doesn’t
turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of
the codes.When the indicator light turns off, and stays off, the remote has searched all of the
codes- which means this remote can’t be programmed to operate your TV, satellite receiver,
or cable box.You’ll have to use the remote that came with it.
4. When the component turns off, the remote has found the proper code. Press and release
REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the component turns back ON.
5. To finish, press and hold STOP until the indicator on the remote turns off.The code is now
saved.
Know the Mode
Once you’ve programmed the remote to operate other components, you need a basic
understanding of how the remote control works.The codes in the remote control that make a
component act a specific way are mode dependent— if you want to turn on or off a component,
you must press the TV button before you press the ON•OFF button so the remote control
knows that you want to access the TV.
To summarize, to operate the DVD player you must press the DVD button; to operate the TV, you
must press the TV button; to operate a satellite receiver or cable box, you must press the
SAT•CABLE button. Once the remote is in a mode, it stays in that mode until you press a
different component button.
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Code List:TVs forTV button
Abex
1172
Admiral
1001
1173
1211
Adventura
1174
Aiko
1016
Akai
1002
Alleron
1046
Amtron
1038
Anam National
1003
1038
1192
1193
1194
AOC
1004
1005
1006
1007
1175
1176
1195
Audiovox
1038
Belcor
1004
Bell & Howell
1001
1083
1162
Bradford
1038
Brokwood
1004
Candle
1004
1006
1008
1174
Celebrity
1002
Centurion
1009
Citizen
1004
1006
1008
1016
1038
1105
1171
1174
1177
Colortyme
1004
1006
1010
Concerto
1004
1006
Contec/Cony
1012
1013
1014
1038
Craig
1038
Crown
1038
1171
Curtis Mathes
1000
1004
1006
1015
1105
1162
1171
1212
CXC
1038
Daewoo
1004
1005
1006
1016
1017
1018
1127
1171
1196
Daytron
1004
1006
1171
Dimensia
1000
Dumont
1004
1151
Electroband
1002
Electrohome
1003
1004
1006
1019
1020
1022
Emerson
1004
1006
1012
1023
1024
1025
1026
1027
1028
1029
1030
1031
1032
1033
1034
1035
1036
1037
1038
1039
1041
1042
1043
1044
1046
1047
1123
1124
1162
1171
1177
1179
1191
1208
Envision
1004
1006
Fisher
1048
1049
1051
1162
1180
Fujitso
1046
Funai
1038
1046
Futuretec
1038
GE
1000
1003
1004
1006
1022
1052
1054
1055
1087
1164
1165
1166
1167
1168
1181
1213
Gibralter
1004
1151
Goldstar
1004
1005
1006
1012
1019
1056
1057
1058
1155
1156
1171
1172
Grundy
1038
1046
1171
Hallmark
1004
1006
Harvard
1038
Hitachi
1004
1006
1012
1013
1014
1059
1060
1061
1135
1136
1137
1138
1139
1140
1141
1142
1143
1144
1145
1146
1148
1150
1179
1198
1199
IMA
1038
Infinity
1062
JCPenney
1000
1004
1005
1006
1008
1022
1052
1054
1058
1063
1064
1072
1087
1105
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TV Code List (con’t)
1171
1177
Loewe
1062
Logik
1083
Luxman
1004
1006
LXI
1000
1006
1049
1062
1071
1072
1073
1162
1181
1207
Magnavox
1004
1006
1008
1019
1062
1068
1069
1075
1076
1077
1088
1130
1131
1132
1133
1134
1183
1219
1235
Majestic
1083
Marants
1062
Marantz
1004
1006
1062
1078
Megatron
1006
1059
Memorex
1001
1006
1082
1083
1162
MGA
1004
1005
1006
1019
1022
1051
1079
1080
1082
Midland
1054
1151
1171
1172
1181
Minutz
1052
Mitsubishi
1004
1005
1006
1019
1022
1051
1079
1080
1081
1082
1125
Montgomery
Ward
1083
Motorola
1003
1173
MTC
1004
1005
1006
1105
Multitech
1038
Multivision
1084
NAD
1006
1071
1072
1185
NEC
1003
1004
1005
1006
1200
Nikko
1006
1016
NTC
1016
Onwa
1038
Optimus
1185
Optonica
1095
1173
Orion
1035
1191
Panasonic
1003
1054
1062
1170
1214
Philco
1003
1004
1005
1006
1008
1012
1019
1062
1068
1069
1075
1077
1183
Philips
1003
1004
1008
1012
1019
1062
1068
1069
1075
1076
1086
1087
1088
1089
Pilot
1004
1171
Pioneer
1004
1006
1090
1091
1092
1179
1185
Portland
1004
1005
1006
1016
1171
Price Club
1105
Prism
1054
Proscan
1000
1181
Proton
1004
1006
1012
1093
Pulsar
1004
1151
Quasar
1003
1054
1070
1094
Radio Shack
Realistic
1000
1004
1006
1012
1038
1049
1095
1162
1171
1172
RCA
1000
1003
1004
1005
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1128
1171
1172
1181
1201
Janeil
1174
JBL
1062
JCB
1002
Jensen
1004
1006
JVC
1012
1013
1014
1054
1060
1065
1066
1067
1157
1158
1159
1182
Kawasho
1002
1004
1006
Kenwood
1004
1006
1019
Kloss
1068
1069
1174
1183
KTV
1038
1070
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TV Code List (con’t)
Sanyo
1004
1048
1049
1080
1107
1108
1162
1169
1180
Scotch
1006
Scott
1004
1006
1012
1024
1035
1038
1046
Sears
1000
1004
1006
1013
1014
1019
1046
1048
1049
1051
1066
1071
1072
1109
1110
1162
1180
1181
1189
Sharp
1004
1006
1012
1029
1095
1111
1112
1113
1122
1171
1173
Shogun
1004
Signature
1001
1083
1115
Simpson
1008
Sony
1002
1205
1216
1218
Soundesign
1004
1006
1008
1038
1046
Squareview
1189
SSS
1004
1038
Starlite
1038
Supre-Macy
1174
Supreme
1002
Sylvania
1004
1006
1008
1019
1062
1068
1069
1075
1076
1077
1088
1116
1161
1183
Symphonic
1033
1038
1189
Tandy
1173
Tatung
1003
Technics
1054
Techwood
1004
1006
1054
Teknika
1004
1005
1006
1008
1012
1013
1014
1016
1038
1046
1076
1082
1083
1105
1170
1171
Telecaption
1117
TMK
1004
1006
Toshiba
1049
1071
1072
1105
1109
1117
1118
1160
1162
Totevision
1171
Universal
1052
1087
Victor
1066
1182
Vidtech
1004
1005
1006
Viking
1174
Wards
1000
1001
1004
1005
1006
1019
1024
1033
1046
1052
1062
1068
1069
1075
1076
1083
1087
1088
1095
1119
1120
Yamaha
1004
1005
1006
1019
Zenith
1004
1083
1151
1152
1153
1154
1210
1217
Cable
Box
SAT•CABLE
button
ABC
5002
5003
5004
5006
5053
Antronix
5008
5009
Archer
5008
5009
5010
Cabletenna
5008
Cableview
5008
1006
1007
1019
1096
1098
1099
1100
1101
1102
1103
1129
1179
1181
1187
1188
1190
1202
1203
1215
1233
Runco
1151
Sampo
1004
1006
1171
1172
Samsung
1004
1005
1006
1012
1015
1019
1104
1105
1106
1171
1172
1204
Samsux
1171
Sansui
1191
1180
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NEC
5005
NSC
5027
Oak
5016
5029
Panasonic
5048
5052
Philips
5011
5012
5013
5015
5019
5025
5030
5031
5032
Pioneer
5033
5034
Proscan
5000
5001
RCA
5007
5047
5049
5052
Realistic
5009
Regal
5022
5035
Regency
5017
Rembrandt
5003
Samsung
5034
Scientific
Atlanta
5006
5036
5037
5038
Signal
5018
Signature
5003
Sprucer
5052
Standard
Components
5039
5044
Starcom
5018
5053
Stargate
5018
Starquest
5018
Tocom
5004
5023
Tusa
5018
TV86
5027
Unika
5008
5009
United Cable
5053
Universal
5008
5009
5010
Viewstar
5025
5027
Zenith
5050
5051
Satellite
SAT•CABLE
button
Alphastar
5079
Chapparal
5056
5057
Dishnet
5078
Drake
5058
5059
Echostar
5089
GE
5000 (SAT1)
5001 (SAT2)
General
Instruments
5060
5061
5062
Hitachi
5083
5084
Hughes
Network
5077
5090
JVC
5082
Panasonic
5075
Philips
5085
Primestar
5076
Proscan
5000 (SAT1), 5001
(SAT2)
RCA
5000 (SAT1), 5001
(SAT2)
5071
5080
5081
Realistic
5063
Sony
5072
STS1
5064
STS2
5065
STS3
5066
STS4
5067
Toshiba
5068
5073
Uniden
5069
5086
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Colour Voice
5012
5013
Comtronic
5014
Contec
5016
Eastern
5017
GC
Electronics
5009
GE
5000
5001
Gemini
5018
5019
General
Instrument
5003
Hamlin
5020
5021
5022
5028
5035
5045
Hitachi
5003
Jerrold
5003
5018
5023
5024
5046
5053
Magnavox
5025
Memorex
5026
Movie Time
5027
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Chapter 3 Playing Discs
Regional Coding
Both the DVD Player and the discs are coded by region.These regional codes must match in
order for the disc to play.This player’s code is Region 1.
Using Different Menus
Each disc is programmed with different features.There are three separate types of menus that you
can use to access features:
•The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from the DVD player’s
menu.The contents of each Disc menu varies according to how the disc was authored and
what features are included.The Disc menu is turned on and off (while the disc is playing) with
the MENU button on the remote.
•The DVD player’s Info Display – The Info Display appears as icons across the top of the
screen. It can only be accessed while you are playing a disc. It’s turned on and off with the
INFO button on the remote.
•The DVD player menu – The DVD player’s menu system is accessed only when a disc isn’t
playing. It appears automatically when you press the STOP button on the remote.
Remember: A feature will only work if the disc was programmed with that feature. For example, if you choose
subtitles on the Info Display, the subtitles will only appear if the disc was created with subtitles. If a menu or icon
is “grayed out” it means that item (or feature) isn’t available.
How to load and play a disc
Turn on your TV and your DVD Player.
1. If necessary, tune the TV to its Video Input channel (for help, go to page 9).
2. Place a disc gently into the slot with the disc’s label facing up (double-sided discs have content
on both sides, so you can place the disc with either side up).
3. The DVD Player reads the disc’s table of contents, and then one of three things happens
depending on how the disc was programmed:
Compatible Discs
This DVD Player is capable of playing the following types of discs: DVDs, DVD+R,
DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW,Audio DVDs,Audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW,Video CDs
(VCDs), SVCDs. CDs with mp3 files,WMA files (Windows Media Audio), JPEG
files and properly encoded DivX discs. Before you put a disc in the player, make
sure it is compatible.
You can’t play the following types of discs: Laserdiscs, CD-I, CD-ROM (computer-
only discs), DVD-ROM,discs recorded using other broadcast standards (i.e. PAL or
SECAM), or CD-G discs.
In spite of progress made to ensure playability of all discs types, it is not possible
to guarantee playback of discs which are not in conformity with DVD, CD,VCD or
SVCD standards.This unit may not play some recordings or files on CD-R, CD-
RW,DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R. DVD+RW due to differences in recording
formats, software used and disc types.
Note: Some discs may not be compatible due to laser pickup and design.
DVD+Rewritable
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