RCA DRC6350N User manual

DVD/VCR
User's Guide
DRC6350N
Changing Entertainment. Again.
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Important Information
This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage"
inside the product that presents a risk of
electric shock or personal injury.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this product to rain or moisture.
The apparatus should not be exposed to
dripping or splashing, and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, should be placed
on the apparatus.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the
product.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
NOT OPEN
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.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its
proper operating voltage.
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates
double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and
user accessible parts. When servicing use only identical
replacement parts.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: You
RCA Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rca.com/productregistration. Registering this
product allows us to contact you if needed.
Product Information
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 product.
Model No. ________________________________________________________________________
Serial No. _________________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone:_______________________________________________________________
CAUTION
FCC Regulations state that
unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment
may void the user’s authority to
operate it.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical
Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to
the point of cable entry as practical.
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CAUTION
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS
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.
Note:
This DVD/VCR 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/VCR player, this player cannot play the disc.
The Region number for this DVD/VCR player is
Region No 1.
Important Information
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 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.
CLASS 1
LASER
PRODUCT
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Table of Contents
1
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect........................................................................5
Protect Against Power Surges.............................................................................5
Protect Components from Overheating.............................................................5
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference......................................5
Connection Pictures.............................................................................................5
Compatible Discs..............................................................................................................6
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your DVD/VCR..............................6
DVD/VCR + TV..................................................................................................................7
DVD/VCR + TV + Audio Receiver ...................................................................................8
Install Batteries in the Remote ......................................................................................9
Point the Remote in the Right Direction and Put it in DVD or VCR Mode ...............9
Turn on the TV and DVD/VCR .............................................................................9
Using the Remote Control to Choose On-screen Menu Items..................................10
Complete the VCR setup...............................................................................................10
Auto Channel Search.........................................................................................10
Time and Date....................................................................................................11
Next Steps......................................................................................................................13
What to Expect .............................................................................................................13
DVD and VCR Modes .........................................................................................13
Menu Systems ....................................................................................................13
User’s Guide .......................................................................................................13
Chapter 2: Remote Control
Button Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes............................................................14
DVD and VCR function buttons listed alphabetically......................................14
Button description for TV function buttons ....................................................15
Using the INPUT Button ....................................................................................16
Using the remote to Navigate through On-Screen Menus .............................16
Chapter 3: Playing Discs
Regional Coding.............................................................................................................17
Using Different Menus..................................................................................................17
To Load and Play a DVD Disc........................................................................................18
Search Options...............................................................................................................18
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Picture Scan .......................................................................................................18
Freeze Frame and Frame Advance ...................................................................18
Slow Motion (in Freeze Frame Mode)..............................................................19
Playback Options ...........................................................................................................19
Chapter Advance ...............................................................................................19
Zoom ..................................................................................................................19
Play Modes .........................................................................................................19
Using the On-Screen Info Display ...............................................................................20
How to Navigate the Info Display ....................................................................21
Time Display (all Info Displays) .........................................................................21
Title/Track Icon (all Info Displays) .....................................................................21
Chapter Icon (DVD Info Display).......................................................................21
Additional Disc Settings ...............................................................................................22
Subtitles Icon (DVD Info Display)......................................................................22
Audio Language Icon (DVD Info Display) ........................................................22
Changing the Camera Angle (DVD Info Display).............................................23
Program Play..................................................................................................................23
Playing mp3 and WMA music files and displaying JPEG files ..................................24
Displaying JPEG files or playing mp3 or WMA files ........................................24
Chapter 4: VCR Features
VCR Basics......................................................................................................................25
Playing a tape ....................................................................................................25
Automatic Rewind.............................................................................................25
Tape Eject ...........................................................................................................25
Basic Recording..............................................................................................................25
Check the Safety Tab .........................................................................................25
Recording Features........................................................................................................26
Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ...........................................................................26
Timer Recording.................................................................................................27
Time Counter..................................................................................................................28
Info Display ...................................................................................................................29
Index Search...................................................................................................................30
Explanation of the VCR Menu System........................................................................31
Clock Menu ....................................................................................................................31
Program Menu ...............................................................................................................31
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Tuning Menu ..................................................................................................................32
To add or delete channels from the VCR channel list: ....................................32
Setup Menu....................................................................................................................32
Function OSD .....................................................................................................32
Audio Mode .......................................................................................................32
Broadcast Type...................................................................................................33
Audio Output.....................................................................................................33
VCR Output Channel .........................................................................................33
Child Lock.......................................................................................................................33
Copying from DVD Disc to Tape...................................................................................34
Chapter 5: DVD Menu System
The DVD Player Menu System ......................................................................................35
Language Menu .............................................................................................................35
Entering Other Languages (Disc Menus)..........................................................36
Display Menu .................................................................................................................36
TV Aspect ...........................................................................................................36
Display Mode .....................................................................................................37
Progressive Scan.................................................................................................38
Audio Menu....................................................................................................................38
Lock Menu (Parental Control)......................................................................................39
Explanation of Rating Limits.............................................................................39
Locking Parental Controls on your DVD/VCR...................................................40
Unlocking Parental Controls on your DVD/VCR...............................................40
Changing Your Password ..................................................................................40
Resetting Your Password...................................................................................40
Area Code ..........................................................................................................41
Other Menu....................................................................................................................41
PBC - Playback Control (Video CDs)..................................................................41
Auto Play............................................................................................................42
B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion) ...........................................................................42
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Chapter 6: Additional Information
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................43
Handling Cautions .........................................................................................................50
Maintenance of Cabinet ...................................................................................50
Formation of Condensation..............................................................................50
Handling Discs....................................................................................................50
Cleaning Discs ................................................................................................................50
Back of the DVD/VCR....................................................................................................51
Front of the DVD/VCR ..................................................................................................52
Front Panel Display........................................................................................................53
Display Messages ...............................................................................................53
Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables .......................................................................54
Language Code List .......................................................................................................55
Area Country Code List.................................................................................................55
FCC Declaration of Conformity and Industry Canada Information ..........................56
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................................................57
How to find your TV’s Video Input Channel ...............................................................59
Accessories .....................................................................................................................60
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Chapter 1 5
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only.
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or components before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet
packed with your DVD/VCR.
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.
• When 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 so the heated air from it
won’t flow around other components.
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.
Connection Pictures
Audio/video cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, the connection pictures in this
book show each cable separately (audio left, audio right, and video).
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6 Chapter 1
Connections and Setup
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your DVD/VCR
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Note: Audio/Video cables (A/V cables for short) are usually sold as a bundled set, but the connection pictures in this
book show each cable separately for better visibility.
RF coaxial cable Audio/Video
cables
Component Video
cables
Coaxial digital
audio cable
Compatible Discs
This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of
discs: DVDs, audio CDs, Video CDs, CDs with mp3 files, WMA
files (Windows Media Audio), and CDs with JPEG files on
them . 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), CD-RW, DVD-ROM,
DVD-RW, discs recorded using other broadcast standards (i.e.
PAL or SECAM), or CD-G discs.
Note: Some discs may not be compatible due to laser pickup and
disc design.
S-Video cable
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