Sharp DV-NC55U User manual

Please read this Operation Manual carefully
before using your Unit.
Instrucciones importantes de seguridad y guía
rápida de operación en español ➝Página 105
QSURROUNDQSURROUND
REW PLAY
STANDBY
CH( TRACKING )
/
POWER EJECT/ STOP
PLAY STOP
OPEN/
CLOSE VCR DVD
(AV 1 )
L(MONO)-AUDIO-RAV 2 IN VDEO
VCR/DVD COMBINATION
MODEL
DV-NC55U
OPERATION MANUAL
IMPORTANT / IMPORTANTE
For VCR Function
EZ SET UP (AUTO CHANNEL /CLOCK SET UP)
EZ SET UP (PROGRAMACIÓN AUTOMÁTICA DE CANAL/PUESTA EN HORA DEL RELOJ)
1
Connect Antenna/Cable
to Unit first.
En primer lugar conecte
la antena/el cable a la
unidad.
2Then, plug into AC Power
Outlet.
A continuación,
enchúfelos al
tomacorriente de CA.
3
Do not press the POWER
button until completion of
EZ Set Up.
No pulse el botón de
ALIMENTACIÓN
(POWER) hasta haber
terminado la EZ SET UP.
4
EZ SET UP complete.
EZ SET UP completo.
Detail: Please see page 26
Detalle: véase la página 26

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Model No.: ————————————
Serial No.: ————————————
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION This symbol warns the user of
uninsulated voltage within the
unit that can cause dangerous
electric shocks.
This symbol alerts the user
that there are important
operating and maintenance
instructions in the literature
accompanying this unit.
“WARNING—FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.”
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
THIS UNIT IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS UNIT IS HARMFUL TO THE EYES, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for
energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
For future reference, record the model and serial number (located
on the rear of the Unit) in the space provided.
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 the 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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
SHARP VCR/DVD COMBINATION, MODEL DV-NC55U.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
RESPONSIBLE PARTY:
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electri-
cal Code that 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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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS
Caution
READ THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS before operating this Unit and retain the instructions
for later use.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND HEED ALL WARNINGS on this Unit and in this manual.
Installation
1. Operate only from a power source indicated on this Unit or in this manual. If you are
unsure of your power supply, ask your local power company.
2. As a safety feature, this Unit is equipped with either a 2-wire polarized plug (one plug
blade bigger than the other) or a 3-wire grounded plug (a third pin for grounding). The
2-wire polarized plug will fit only one way into the power outlet. The 3-wire grounded
plug will fit only into a grounding-type power outlet.
If the plug does not fit, ask your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
modify the plug. To do so will void the safety feature.
3. Protect and route power cords so they will not be stepped on or pinched by anything
placed on or against them. Be especially careful at plug-ins, convenience
receptacles, or cord exit points from the Unit. Frayed power cords or damaged plugs
are hazardous. Have them replaced by a qualified service technician.
Overloaded wall outlets and extension cords may cause fire or electrical shock
hazards.
4. Do not cover or block ventilation holes in the Unit cabinet. Doing so may damage the
Unit, video cassette or disc.
Do not place this Unit on a soft surface which could block ventilation holes on the
bottom. Avoid enclosed installations such as bookshelves or racks unless ventilation
is adequate.
5. Avoid excessive humidity, sudden temperature changes, or temperature extremes.
Dew may form inside this Unit, video cassette or disc.
6. To avoid costly damage or injury, place this Unit flat on a solid, stable surface free
from vibrations; do not place any heavy objects on top of it. Use only a cart, stand, or
table recommended by the manufacturer; follow all instructions regarding their use
exactly.
7. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination
to overturn.
Operation/Cleaning
1. Keep this Unit away from strong magnetic objects.
2. Keep this Unit away from wet locations such as bathtubs, sinks, laundries, wet
basements, and swimming pools.
3. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid fire, shock or other
hazards.
4. If this Unit has been exposed to rain, moisture or strong impact, unplug it and have it
inspected by a qualified service technician before resuming use.
5. For added protection of this Unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
cables. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
6. Unplug this Unit before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use cleaning
fluids or aerosols which could enter the unit and cause damage, fire, or electrical
shock. These substances may also spoil the finish of this Unit.
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GENERAL
INFORMATION

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7. Never open, remove covers or make any adjustments not described in this manual.
Attempting to do so could expose you to dangerous electrical shock or other hazards.
It may also cause serious damage to this Unit.
8. Keep liquids and foreign objects away from this Unit. Never operate this Unit if any
liquid or foreign object has entered it. Short circuits could result in and possibly cause
fire or shock hazards. Unplug this Unit immediately and have it inspected by a
qualified service technician.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING AND POWER LINES
1. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the Unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded, thus providing some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70, provides information regarding proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See diagram below.
2. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from coming into contact with power lines or circuits;
contact with them might be fatal.
Service
1. Do not attempt to service this Unit yourself. Instead, unplug it and contact a qualified service technician. (See
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY at the end of this manual.)
2. Be sure the service technician uses authorized replacement parts or their equivalents. Unauthorized parts
may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.
3. Following any service or repair, be sure the service technician performs safety checks to certify that this Unit
is in safe operating order.
Copy Protection
This Unit supports Macrovision copy protection.
On DVD discs that include a copy protection code, if the contents of the DVD disc are copied using a VCR, the
copy protection code prevents the videotape copy from playing normally.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603,
4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for
limited viewing uses only.
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 and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA
GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
NEC—NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA LEAD-IN
WIRE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA DISCHARGE
UNIT (NEC SECTION 810–20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUND CLAMP
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS

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Recommended Measures for Optimum Picture Excellence
This Unit is a precision device constructed using extremely accurate technology.
•If the head or the tape drive components become dirty or worn out, the image on the tape will be distorted.
•The disc cannot be played if the disc drive component is worn out or if the internal pick up lens is dirty.
To obtain optimum picture quality, the Unit should be checked (cleaning and replacement of some parts) every
1,000 hours. Note that this period varies depending on the environment (temperature, humidity, dust, etc.) in
which the Unit is used. Contact your authorized Sharp supplier for details.
Warning of Dew Formation
There are cases when dew formation can occur.
Using a Unit in which dew has formed may damage or coil the tape, or signals from the disc might not be read.
Remove the tape or disc and leaves the Unit with the power ON for about 2 hours so that it warms up and
removes the dew. Operation should be back to normal then.
Dew may form on the drum, heads, pickup lens, tape, or disc in the following conditions:
•Immediately after a heater has been turned on.
•In a steamy or very humid room.
•When the Unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm one.
Use the Unit in a place where the room temperature is between 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Dew can easily form
inside the Unit in cold areas.
Others
1. It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United
States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.
2. Normally, the Unit does not require head cleaning. However, the heads may become clogged when an old or
damaged tape is used. If the playback picture becomes blurred, the heads may need cleaning. Head cleaning
should be performed by a qualified technician. Contact the nearest Sharp Factory Service Center or
Authorized Service Station. Do not use a cleaning tape unless it is new and of high quality. Excessive use of
cleaning tapes may also damage the heads.
WARNING—Keep the Unit away from electrical and magnetic appliances which could impair performance.
Be sure to position the Unit away from your TV or video monitor by at least 8".
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS

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Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND
PRECAUTIONS .......................................... 3
Types of Discs that Can Be Played on
This Unit ..................................................... 8
Disc Handling and Maintenance ................ 10
Features ....................................................... 11
Accessories ................................................. 11
Major Components...................................... 12
CONNECTION AND INITIAL SETTING
Basic Connection ........................................ 17
Connecting a TV ...............................................17
RF Connection ..............................................17
Setting the 3 ↔4 Output Channel Selector .. 17
AV Connection ..............................................18
Watching clearer DVD images .........................19
Cable TV Connections ................................ 20
Connections for the CATV system .................... 20
Audio Connections ..................................... 24
Connecting to Audio Equipment .......................24
Playing 2 channel audio ................................24
Playing Dolby Digital (5.1 channel) and DTS
audio ...........................................................25
EZ Set Up (With Auto Clock Setting) ......... 26
Preparations Before Using the Unit .......... 27
Watching VCR .................................................. 27
VCR SETUP
VCR Setup.................................................... 30
Menu Screen .................................................... 30
Mode Selection .................................................31
Channel Setting ................................................ 32
Adding Channel Memory/Erasing Channel
Memory .......................................................33
Clock Setting ....................................................34
Auto Clock Setting ........................................34
Manual Clock Setting .................................... 35
Automatic Daylight Saving-Time (D.S.T.)
Adjustment ...................................................36
OSD Language Setting ....................................37
VCR Display Information ............................ 38
DVD SETUP
DVD Setup.................................................... 40
About the SETUP Screen ................................. 40
TV MODE Setting ............................................. 41
PARENTAL Level Setting ................................. 42
AUDIO Setting ..................................................44
Setting the COMPRESSION
(Dolby Digital output level) ..........................44
Setting the DOLBY DIGITAL ......................... 45
DISC LANGUAGE Setting ................................ 46
Setting SUBTITLE, AUDIO and MENU
languages from 8 languages ...................... 46
Selecting languages from OTHER ................ 47
OSD Language Setting ....................................48
DVD Display Information ............................ 49
Operation Mode Indicators ...............................49
Language Code List for Disc Language ... 50
WATCHING THE VCR
Preparing to Use VCR ................................. 52
Playback....................................................... 53
Inserting a Video Cassette ............................... 53
Playback ...........................................................53
Fast Forward and Rewind ................................53
Video Search .................................................... 54
Slow Motion Playback ......................................54
Still Picture and Frame Advance ......................54
Full Automatic Playback ................................... 54
Tracking Control System .................................. 55
Automatic ......................................................55
Manual ..........................................................55
Blue Screen Noise Elimination .........................55
Automatic Head Cleaning System .................... 55
Audio Output Mode ..................................... 56
Sharp Super Picture.................................... 57
Auto Repeat ................................................. 58
Auto Zero Back............................................ 59
DPSS (Digital Program Search System) ... 60
Skip Search/Instant Replay ........................ 61
TV Program Recording ............................... 62
Without a Cable Box ......................................... 62
With a Cable Box .............................................. 62
To Watch Another TV Program While
Recording..................................................... 63

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Contents
DVD SETUP
CONNECTION AND
INITIAL SETTING
WATCHING
THE VCR
VCR SETUP
GENERAL
INFORMATION OTHER
INFORMATION
WATCHING
THE DVD
Cassette Erase Protection ................................ 63
Recording Speeds ............................................63
Recording Hi-Fi Stereo Sound .........................63
MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) Broadcasts
Recording ................................................ 64
Monitor Output When Receiving a SAP
Broadcast .....................................................64
Simple Recording Timer ............................. 65
Changing the Contents of the Simple
Recording Timer ........................................... 66
Cancelling the Simple Recording Timer ...........66
Timer Recording.......................................... 67
Confirming Timer Programs ............................. 69
Cancelling Timer Programs .............................. 70
Tape Remaining........................................... 71
Exact Rec ..................................................... 72
Tape Dubbing .............................................. 73
Watching a DVD, While Recording or
Recording a Video Using the Timer ...... 74
Recording a DVD Disc onto Video
Cassette ................................................... 76
WATCHING THE DVD
Preparing to Use DVD ................................. 78
Playback....................................................... 79
Basic Play .........................................................79
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse .............................. 80
Slow-Motion Play .............................................. 80
Still/Pause ........................................................81
Frame Advance ................................................ 81
Skip (Forward/Reverse) ................................... 81
Zooming an Image ...........................................82
Playing MP3 Discs ...................................... 83
Regarding MP3 discs .......................................83
Playing MP3 discs ............................................83
To play MP3 discs ............................................84
About the Function Control Screen .......... 85
Direct skip (title/chapter/time) ........................... 86
Subtitle language setting ..................................87
Angle setting ..................................................... 88
Audio setting ..................................................... 89
VIRTUAL DOLBY (QSURROUND) setting ....... 90
DIGITAL GAMMA setting .................................. 91
DIGITAL SUPER PICTURE setting .................. 92
Direct Selection of Scenes ......................... 93
Selecting Scenes by Title Number ...................93
Selecting Scenes from the Menu Screen ......... 93
Programmed Playback ............................... 94
Title Programmed Playback ............................. 94
Chapter Programmed Playback .......................95
Track Programmed Playback ........................... 96
Repeat Playback.......................................... 97
Chapter Repeat ................................................ 97
Title Repeat ......................................................97
A-B Repeat .......................................................98
Track Repeat/Disc Repeat ............................... 98
Resume Function ........................................ 99
OTHER INFORMATION
Troubleshooting ........................................ 100
Service Information (For the U.S.) ........... 101
Glossary ..................................................... 102
Specifications ............................................ 104
ESPAÑOL (Guía de operación rápido) .... 105
ESPAÑOL (GUIA DE
OPERACION RAPIDO)

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Types of Discs that Can Be Played on This Unit
Canada
United States
American Samoa
Bermuda
Johnston Island
Midway Islands
Puerto Rico
St. Pierre and Miquelon
United States Virgin
Wake Island
Common Names Names of Nations and Areas
This Unit can play back discs bearing any of the following marks:
Disc playable in all regions
Sample disc
display: .... ........
DVD See 1
[8cm(3") disc/12cm(5") disc] See 2 on the next page
See 3 on the next page
See 4 on the next page
Audio CDs
[8cm(3") disc/12cm(5") disc]
CD-R/CD-RW
[8cm(3") disc/12cm(5") disc]
Other CDs
1) On CD-G and CD-EXTRA discs, only the sound can be played (no images).
2) Video CD, photo CD, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Audio, SACD and CD-ROM discs cannot be
used.
3) Discs with unusual shapes (heart-shaped or hexagonal discs) cannot be used. The use of such discs will
cause a fault.
•This Unit will reject an incompatible disc, therefore the disc type should be checked.
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•DVD video players and discs have region numbers which dictate the regions in which a disc can be played. If the region
number on the disc does not match the region number in this Unit, you will not be able to play the disc.
The region number for
this Unit is
1 .
The list below shows the countries covered by region number 1.
*represents Area Name
Canada
United States of America
*American Samoa
*Bermuda
*Johnston Island
*Midway Islands
*Puerto Rico
*St. Pierre and Miquelon
*United States Virgin
*Wake Island
• Discs recorded in MP3 file format or
Audio format.

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•The specific playback functionality for some DVD discs is determined by the disc manufacturer. Because this Unit plays
disc data in accordance with the disc manufacturer’s guidelines, some functions may not be available on some discs. Be
sure to read the instructions provided with the disc.
The “Prohibited” indicator displayed on the TV screen during this Unit operation indicates that such manufac-
turer-imposed restrictions apply.
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•The audio on a DVD disc recorded in MPEG Version 2.0 format cannot be played back (images only).
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•Since this Unit is not equipped with a closed caption function, even if you play a disc with the closed caption function the
subtitles will not be shown (DVD discs with subtitles can be displayed on screen).
Discs that Cannot be Played
1.You cannot play illegally produced discs.
2.You cannot play scratched discs.
3.You cannot play discs that are dusty, soiled or marked with fingerprints.
•If the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched, the Unit may decide that the disc is incompatible
and eject the disc tray, or it may fail to play the disc correctly.
(Refer to the Instructions on page 10 and clean discs before playing them.)
A soiled or scratched disc may disrupt the image (appearing as blocks on the screen). When this happens,
the Unit automatically restores the correct image after 2 or 3 seconds.
Icons Used on DVD Discs
Sample Icons
Title, chapter and tracks
• DVDs are divided into “titles” and “chapters”. If the disc has more than one movie on it, each movie would be
a separate “title”. “chapters”, on the other hand, are subdivisions of titles.
Example: DVD
• Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. You can think of a “track” as one tune on an audio CD.
Example: Audio CD
• Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded on them, but some do
not.
Types of Discs that Can Be Played on This Unit
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2
16:9
2
LB
213
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1. English
2. Chinese
1. English
2. Chinese
Number of audio
tracks
Type of subtitles
recorded
Screen aspect
ratio recorded
Region code indicator
(see page 8)
Disc with
multiple
camera angles
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

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Handling Precautions
•Hold the disc by the edges so the surface will not be soiled with
fingerprints. (A)
Fingerprints, dirt and scratches can cause skipping and distortion.
•Do not write on the label side with a ball-point pen or other writing
utensils.
•Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzine, thinner, static electricity
prevention liquids or any other solvent.
•Be careful not to drop or bend the disc.
•Do not install more than 1 disc on the disc tray.
•Do not try to close the disc tray when the disc is not installed
properly. (B)
•Be sure to store the disc in its exclusive case when not in use.
Then store upright.
•Do not stick paper or adhesive labels to the disc.
If the Surface is Soiled ( C)
Wipe gently with a soft, damp (water only) cloth.
When wiping discs, always move the cloth from the center hole
toward the outer edge.
(If you wipe the discs using a circular motion, circular scratches are
likely to occur, which will cause noise.)
If the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched, the Unit may
decide that the disc is incompatible and eject the disc tray, or it
may fail to play the disc correctly. Wipe any soiling off the playing
surface with a soft cloth.
If the Disc is Brought from a Cold to a Warm
Environment, Dew May Form on the Disc
Wipe the dew off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the disc.
Improper Disc Storage
You can damage discs if you store them in the following places:
•Areas exposed to direct sunlight
•Humid or dusty areas
•Areas directly exposed to a heat outlet or heating appliance
Maintenance
•Be sure to turn the Unit off and disconnect the AC power cord
before maintaining the Unit.
•Wipe this Unit with a dry soft cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, wipe clean with a cloth which
has been dipped in a weak soap-and-water solution and wrung
out thoroughly and then wipe again with a dry cloth.
•Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner, cleaning fluid or other
chemicals. And do not use compressed air to remove dust.
Disc Handling and Maintenance
Disc tray Disc
A
B
C

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Features
■Common Features
•A DVD, CD player and VCR all in one.
•Simultaneous VCR recording and DVD playback.
■VCR
•Hi-Fi Stereo Sound/Double-Azimuth 4-Heads
•Built-in MTS (Multi-channel TV Sound) Decoder
•400 Times Rewind Speed to Fast Forward and Rewind
•EZ Set Up (Auto Channel/Clock Set Up)
•S-VHS Quasi Playback
•19 µ Clear Picture System (in EP mode)
•Simple Recording Timer
•Sharp Super Picture
•Exact Rec/Tape Remaining
■DVD
•Plays DVD, CD (Digital Audio) discs as well as CD-R/CD-RW discs recorded in MP3 file format
•Virtual Dolby Surround (QSURROUND*1) provides high-quality surround sound
•Digital Gamma correction and Digital Super Picture functions
•Dolby Digital*2/DTS*3digital out capability
•High-quality digital images
•High-quality digital sound
*1 QSURROUND™is a trademark of QSound Labs, Inc.
*2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*3 “DTS”and “DTS Digital Surround”are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Disc Features and this Operation Manual
•The types of functions and operations that can be used for a particular disc vary depending on the
features of that disc. In some cases, these functions and operations may differ from the descriptions given
in this Operation Manual. In this event, follow the instructions given on the screen. This Operation Manual
only covers basic disc operations.
•For some operations, the or indicator may appear on the TV screen. This indicates that
the operation described in this Operation Manual is not permitted for the current disc.
Accessories
REV FWD
PLAY
STOP
100
OPEN/
CLOSE
VCR/DVD
SELECTOR
VCR MENU
DVD SETUP
TAPE
SPEED
ON
SCREEN
TITLE
DVD MENU
DISPLAY
FUNCTION
CONTROL
PROGRAM ZOOM
CANCEL
RETURN
POWER
TIMER
ON/OFF
TV/ VCR EJECT
SET
ENTER
ZERO BACK
SKIP SEARCH
REPLAY
VCR DVDAM/PM INPUT
PAUSE/STILL
REC
SLOW
CH
VCR DVD
SKIP
DPSS
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VCR/DVD COMBINATION
Remote control unit
(RRMCG1293AJSA)
Two batteries
(R6 UM/SUM-3 or AA)
for the remote control unit
VIDEO/AUDIO cable
(QCNW-8549AJZZ)
Round coaxial cable
(75 Ohm, 1 m [3-1/4 ft.])
(QCNW-8387AJZZ)

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Major Components
VCR Main Unit (Front)
REW PLAY
STANDBY
CH( TRACKING )
/
POWER EJECT/ STOP
PLAY STOP
OPEN/
CLOSE VCR DVD
(AV 1 )
L(MONO)-AUDIO-RAV 2 IN VDEO
TIMER
REC
VCR
SPEP
54
CH (TRACKING) /
53
POWER
27
PLAY
53
EJECT/STOP
38
Clock Indicator
38
Channel Indicator
38
Tape Counter Indicator
53
REW
Front AUDIO/
VIDEO input
jack
73
Cassette-in
Indicator
Timer Recording
Indicator
Numbers in refer to the main pages
in this Operation Manual where the topic is explained.
Tape Speeds
Indicator
68
53
63
38
VCR Mode
Indicator
Operation status
Indicator
53
Cassette compartment
27
VCR Front Panel Display

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Major Components
DVD Main Unit (Front)
DVD Front Panel Display
REW PLAY
STANDBY
CH( TRACKING )
/
POWER EJECT/ STOP
PLAY STOP
OPEN/
CLOSE VCR DVD
(AV 1 )
L(MONO)-AUDIO-RAV 2 IN VDEO
79 Disc tray
79 OPEN/CLOSE
28
POWER
TITLE
indicator
49
Operation status/Time indicator
TRACK
indicator
CHAPTER
indicator
79,
Disc operation buttons
(PLAY, STOP)
94 PROGRAM indicator
97 REPEAT indicator
88 ANGLE indicator
90 VIRTUAL surround
indicator
1
2
28
DVD Output indicator
76
VCR DVD
indicator
Numbers in refer to the main pages
in this Operation Manual where the topic is explained.
You can toggle between 1and 2by
pressing the remote control unit’s
DISPLAY button (page 49).

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REV FWD
PLAY
STOP
100
OPEN/
CLOSE
VCR/ DVD
SELECTOR
VCR MENU
DVD SETUP
TAPE
SPEED
ON
SCREEN
TITLE
DVD MENU
DISPLAY
FUNCTION
CONTROL
PROGRAM ZOOM
CANCEL
RETURN
POWER
TIMER
ON/OFF
TV /VCR EJECT
SET
ENTER
ZERO BACK
SKIP SEARCH
REPLAY
VCR DVDAM/PM INPUT
PAUSE/STILL
REC
SLOW
CH
VCR DVD
SKIP
DPSS
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VCR/DVD COMBINATION
38
ON SCREEN
68
TIMER ON/OFF
27
POWER
38
DISPLAY
31
59
CANCEL
CURSOR ( / / / )
33
35
Number buttons
100, AM/PM
53
53
PLAY
REW
62
REC
53
STOP
TAPE SPEED 62
VCR/DVD CHANGE Switch 27
62
27 TV/VCR
74 VCR/DVD SELECTOR
53 EJECT
31 VCR MENU
31 SET
59 ZERO BACK
61 SKIP SEARCH
61 REPLAY
76 VCR DVD
54 PAUSE/STILL
54 60
SLOW —/±, DPSS —/±
73 INPUT
53
54 SLOW
56 AUDIO OUTPUT
CH /
FF
Remote Control Unit (VCR Operation Buttons)
•The explanations on this page use the VCR/DVD CHANGE Switch in the VCR position.
Numbers in refer to the main pages
in this Operation Manual where the topic is explained.
Loading the Batteries
1Open the battery cover
by pulling the lid in the
direction of the arrow.
2Load the batteries.
Load the two batteries (R6 UM/SUM-3 or AA)
supplied with the remote control unit so that
the battery poles and are positioned
as indicated.
3Close the battery cover
by lowering the lid in the
direction of the arrow.
Major Components

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•Do not subject the remote control unit to shock, water or excessive humidity.
•The remote control unit may not function if the Unit sensor is in direct sunlight or any other strong light.
•Incorrect use of batteries may cause them to leak or burst. Read the battery warnings and use the batteries properly.
•Do not mix old and new batteries, or mix brands in use.
•Remove the batteries if you do not use the remote control unit for an extended period of time.
Remote Control Unit (DVD Operation Buttons)
•The explanations on this page use the VCR/DVD CHANGE Switch in the DVD position.
Numbers in refer to the main pages
in this Operation Manual where the topic is explained.
REV FWD
PLAY
STOP
100
OPEN/
CLOSE
VCR/ DVD
SELECTOR
VCR MENU
DVD SETUP
TAPE
SPEED
ON
SCREEN
TITLE
DVD MENU
DISPLAY
FUNCTION
CONTROL
PROGRAM ZOOM
CANCEL
RETURN
POWER
TIMER
ON/OFF
TV /VCR EJECT
SET
ENTER
ZERO BACK
SKIP SEARCH
REPLAY
VCR DVDAM/PM INPUT
PAUSE/STILL
REC
SLOW
CH
VCR DVD
SKIP
DPSS
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VCR/DVD COMBINATION
49
ON SCREEN
28
POWER
49
DISPLAY
85
FUNCTION CONTROL
93
41
RETURN
TITLE
CURSOR ( / / / )
42
Number buttons
80
REV
79
STOP
28 VCR/DVD SELECTOR
97 94
REPEAT, PROGRAM
82 ZOOM
79 PLAY
41
93 DVD MENU
79 OPEN/CLOSE
41 DVD SETUP
42
ENTER
80 PAUSE/STILL
81
80 FWD
80 SLOW
28 VCR/DVD CHANGE Switch
SKIP
Major Components

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Major Components
Main Unit (Rear)
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
L
( MONO )
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
L
( MONO )
73
VCR AUDIO input jacks
17
ANTENA IN (antena or
cable input)
73
VCR VIDEO input jack
17
ANTENA OUT
17
3 4 OUTPUT
CHANNEL select
18
DVD/VCR shared AUDIO
output jacks
24
DVD Coaxial DIGITAL
output jack
19
DVD S-VIDEO output jack
19
DVD AUDIO output jacks
18
DVD/VCR shared VIDEO
output jack
To an AC outlet

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Basic Connection
Caution:
•Be sure to turn off the Unit and equipment to be connected before connecting.
•Read through the operation manual for the equipment to be connected.
•Be sure that the colors of the jacks and plugs match up when connecting the cable.
•Be sure to keep the Unit connection cables separate from the TV antenna cable when you install the Unit,
because it may cause electrical interference when you are watching television programs.
Connecting a TV
The connection method differs depending on the type of TV.
If you have cable TV (CATV), see “Cable TV Connections”on page 20.
RF Connection (for connection to a TV without AV jacks)
1Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
2Connect the TV antenna cable to the IN FROM ANTENNA jack on the rear of the Unit.
3Connect the OUT TO TV jack on the rear of the Unit to the antenna jack on the TV using a coaxial cable.
Select the TV channel 3 or 4 corresponding to the 3 ↔4 output channel selector of the Unit. (See “Setting the
3 ↔↔
↔↔
↔4 Output Channel Selector”below.)
Setting the 3 ↔↔
↔↔
↔ 4 Output Channel Selector
The 3 ↔4 OUTPUT CHANNEL selector changes the VCR output to standard TV broadcasting signals. Both your
TV and Unit must be set to the same channel (i.e. TV on channel 3 and Unit’s OUTPUT CHANNEL selector on 3).
Your Unit is set to channel 3 at the factory, so your TV should be tuned to channel 3 as well. If channel 3 is an
active broadcast channel in your area, set the Unit’s 3 ↔4 OUTPUT CHANNEL selector to 4 and tune your TV
to channel 4.
After the Connection
Plug in the power cord of the TV. Then go to EZ Set Up (See page 26).
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
L
( MONO )
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
L
( MONO )
Antenna
To OUT TO
TV jack
To IN FROM
ANTENNA jack
Setting the 3 ↔4 Output
Channel Selector
To antenna
input jack
Connect the flat twin lead cable to a transformer
(300 ohm to 75 ohm, not supplied)
Coaxial cable
(supplied)
Coaxial cable
•You cannot watch DVD if only antenna
cable is connected.
CONNECTION AND
INITIAL SETTING

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Basic Connection
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
L
( MONO )
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
L
( MONO )
TV with external
input jacks
(White)
(Red)
(White)
(Red)
(Yellow)
(Yellow)
Antenna
VIDEO/AUDIO
cable (supplied)
To VIDEO/AUDIO
output jacks
To OUT TO
TV jack
To IN FROM
ANTENNA jack
To VIDEO/AUDIO
input jacks
To antenna
input jack
Jack and Plug Colors
Video: Yellow
Audio Left: White
Audio Right: Red
Connect the flat twin lead cable
to a transformer
(300 ohm to 75 ohm,
not supplied)
Coaxial cable
(supplied)
Coaxial cable
After the Connection
Plug in the power cord of the TV. Then go to EZ Set Up (See page 26).
AV Connection (for connection to a TV with AV jacks)
1Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
2Connect the antenna, Unit, and TV using the Audio/Video cable and coaxial cable (supplied) as shown.

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Watching clearer DVD images
In order to view clearer DVD images, it is recommended that you use a commercially available S-video cable
when connecting your TV to DVD OUT.
Videos cannot be viewed when connected to DVD OUT. In order to watch videos, make sure to connect your
TV to the DVD/VCR jack. (See page 18.)
Basic Connection
•Make sure to connect the TV to the unit. When watching TV via a VCR, the image can be distorted if the copy-protect
function is active.
•You cannot watch the VCR if you are connected to the DVD output jack.
S-VIDEO cable
(commercially
available)
To S-VIDEO
input jack
To S-VIDEO
output jack
To AUDIO
input jacks
To AUDIO
output jacks
Jack and Plug Colors
Audio Left: White
Audio Right: Red
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
L
( MONO )
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
L
( MONO )
TV with external
input jacks
(White) (Red)
(White) (Red)

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Cable TV Connections
Your Unit is capable of receiving the following non-scrambled channels.
•Scrambled channels can be received with the cable box supplied by your cable TV company.
Connections for the CATV system
1Set the 3 ↔4 OUTPUT CHANNEL selector on the rear of the Unit to 3 or 4. (See page 17)
2Check your TV/CATV system referring to the following steps.
Connection without a cable box
•Connect as shown below.
After the Connection
Plug in the power cord of the TV. Then go to EZ Set Up (See page 26).
DVD OUT
AV 2 OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
AUDIO
R
L
S-VIDEO
DVD/VCR
AV 1 OUT
AUDIO
R
L
VIDEO
VCR
AV 1 IN
AUDIO
R
L
( MONO )
VIDEO
IN FROM
ANTENNA
UHF/VHF
CATV
OUT TO TV
OUTPUT
CHANNEL
34
ANT/CABLE
Unit’s Rear
TV Rear
From CATV system
Coaxial
cable
(Supplied)
YES
YES
NO
NO
Is your TV cable compatible with the VCR?
Does your CATV system have some or all channels scrambled?
Go to on page 23
Go to below
YES
NO
Does your CATV system have some or all channels scrambled?
Go to on page 23
Choose the type below.
•Basic connection (only for descrambled CATV signals.) →Go to - or - on page 21
•To watch a CATV program while recording a TV program by using the A/B switch.
→Go to on page 22