Page 2 - Important Information; CAUTION; CLASS 1
Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this DVD Recorder to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts....
Page 3 - Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Things to consider before you connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Unpack the Box . ....
Page 4 - Chapter 1: Connections and Setup; Types of Discs; RECORDING: TYPES OF DISCS YOU CAN USE FOR RECORDING; Things to consider before you connect; Protect components from overheating; Position cables properly to avoid audio interference; Connection Pictures; Unpack the Box
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 2 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs RECORDING: TYPES OF DISCS YOU CAN USE FOR RECORDING DVD+R 2.4x, 4x, or 8x ONLY; DVD+RW 2.4x and 4x ONLY. NOTES: It is NOT possible to record on CD-R or CD-RW discs. IMPORTANT: It...
Page 5 - Components; TV
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 3 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your DVD/VCR. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Turn to the appropriate page for specifi c i...
Page 6 - Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables; S-Video Jacks and Cables; Pb
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 4 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks and cables you can use to make connections (only an S-Video and a set of audio/video cables are packed with your DVD/VCR—y...
Page 7 - Explanation of Jacks (from left to right)
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 5 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Back of the DVD/VCR The back of your recorder might look a little overwhelming at fi rst. This section explains what goes where and why. There are two sets of jacks on the back of your DVD/VCR—...
Page 12 - Cable Box
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 10 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Notes about cable boxes: If you have questions about using a cable box with the DVD/VCR, consult your cable company. RCA can only provide general instructions because cable services and cable ...
Page 16 - Advanced Audio Connection Information; Connecting your DVD/VCR to an audio/video receiver
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 14 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Advanced Audio Connection Information Both Dolby Digital® and DTS® are audio formats used to record 5.1-channel audio signals onto the digital track of fi lm (while the fi lm is being made). B...
Page 17 - Install Batteries in the Remote; Point the Remote in the Right Direction and Put it in DVD/VCR Mode; Turn on the TV and DVD/VCR; English
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 15 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Install Batteries in the Remote 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote. 2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the diagram on ...
Page 18 - ) Select the Signal that’s connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA; Done; Eastern; ) Daylight Savings Time
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 16 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup 2) Select the Signal that’s connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT jack Completing this information lets the DVD/VCR know what program signals are being sent to it. Choose the type of signal tha...
Page 19 - What to Expect; Turn on the DVD/VCR to Watch TV; Discs for Recording; Date
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 17 7) Time and Date Your DVD/VCR has an automatic clock, but it may take awhile for the DVD/VCR to fi nd the correct channel for the clock. Therefore, you might want to set up the clock manually here. Use the number buttons on t...
Page 20 - How to fi nd your TV’s Video Input Channel; Other Brands of TVs; Next Steps; Video Input Channel Variations; Button on the
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 18 How to fi nd your TV’s Video Input Channel In order to see what’s playing on your DVD/VCR, you need to tune the TV to the Video Input Channel that corresponds to the Input Jacks on your TV that you used to connect the DVD/VCR...
Page 21 - Chapter 2; The Remote Control; Explanation of the buttons
page 19 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 2 The Remote C...
Page 22 - Chapter 2: The Remote Control; Explanation of Buttons
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 20 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Explanation of Buttons You can use this remote to operate the DVD/VCR, and to access the features available. The remote is also designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components (TVs, VCRs...
Page 23 - Find out if the remote can operate your TV; Direct Entry; Automatic Code Search
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 21 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Find out if the remote can operate your TV This remote control is designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs. 1. Press the TV button (if the TV turns on, this remote will operate your TV; ...
Page 24 - Programming the remote to operate other components; Using the remote’s features; Know the mode
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 22 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Programming the remote to operate other components This remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components—just press the applicable component button to operate the comp...
Page 25 - Code List for TV button
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 23 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Admiral 100210971118 Aiko 1015 Akai 1003 Amtron 1026 Anam National 10041026111011111112 AOC 100510061007109911001113 Apex 114011481150 Audiovox 1026 Bell & Howell 100210291045 Broksonic 11431...
Page 26 - VCR; AUX button
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 24 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Soundesign 10051007100810261027 Starlite 1026 Supre-Macy 1098 Sylvania 10051007100810181038104010411046104710481055107310921154 Symphonic 102410261107 Tandy 1097 Tatung 1004 Technics 1032 Techwoo...
Page 27 - PVR; Code List
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 25 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Sears 200820112018202020302031203420352054 Sharp 20142025204820492069 Shintom 2004203520372050 Signature 2069 Singer 201820372072 Sony 20042050205120632086 STS 20182054 Sylvania 20182019202320382...
Page 29 - Chapter 3
page 27 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 3 Recording, P...
Page 30 - Watching TV; The Channel Banner; REC; DVD Recording; Express Recording Feature; Watching one channel while you record another channel
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 28 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Watching TV Turn on the DVD/VCR to Watch TV 1. Turn on the TV, and tune the TV to the correct Video Input Channel (this channel corresponds to the input jacks on your TV that you ...
Page 31 - Watching a videocassette tape while you record to disc
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 29 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Watching a videocassette tape while you record to disc 1. Start recording on the disc (tune the DVD/VCR to the channel you want to record) and press RECORD). 2. Insert the videoca...
Page 32 - Timer Recordings; Setting up timer recordings to record programs automatically
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 30 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Timer Recordings Setting up timer recordings to record programs automatically 1. From the DVD/VCR’s main menu, use the remote’s arrow buttons to highlight Timers , and press the O...
Page 33 - Disc Library; Editing the Genre of a Title; Other Sorting Options—Show All Discs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 31 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Disc Library You can fi nd a show you recorded to disc more quickly by using the DVD/VCR’s Disc Library. Everytime you use your DVD/VCR to record a program, the DVD/VCR assigns th...
Page 34 - DVD Playback; Disc Information
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 32 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features DVD Playback To play recordings, do the following: 1. Turn on the TV and the DVD/VCR. 2. Make sure the TV is tuned to the correct Video Input Channel (for help, go to p. 18). 3. I...
Page 36 - Editing Titles with the Hide Chapter Feature; VCR Basics; Basic Playback; Basic Recording
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 34 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Editing Titles with the Hide Chapter Feature As with most editing features on recorded discs, Hide Chapter is only available with DVD+RWdiscs. Some people use it to hide commercia...
Page 37 - Advanced VCR Features; Advanced Playback; VCR Info Display; A and B Edit Points
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 35 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Advanced VCR Features The VCR portion of your DVD/VCR combo works like most VCRs, but has some additional features for playback and copying tapes to disc. Most importantly, you ne...
Page 38 - VCR Recording
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 36 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features VCR Recording After you put a videocassette tape in the VCR deck, there are several ways to record programming. The quickest way to start recording is to press the RECORD button (...
Page 39 - Chapter 4; Playing Discs
page 37 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 4 Playing Disc...
Page 40 - Chapter 4: Playing Discs; Regional Coding; To Load and Play Discs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 38 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Regional Coding Both the DVD/VCR and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for a pre-recorded DVD to play. This player’s code is region 1. However, discs you use for ...
Page 41 - Using Different Menus; Search Options; Playback options
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 39 Chapter 4: Playing Discs 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...
Page 42 - Using the On-Screen Info Display; This is the Info Display you’ll see when you’re playing an audio CD.
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 40 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Using the On-Screen Info Display The on-screen Info Display contains many playback features. To see the Info Display, press the INFO button on the remote while a disc is playing (the Info Display appe...
Page 43 - Selecting a Title on DVDs or a Track on Audio CDs or Video CDs
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 41 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Time Display (DVD, Video CD, and Audio CD) This feature displays the time that has elapsed during playback. For DVD discs, the time displayed refers to the current title and acts as a Time Search feat...
Page 44 - AB Repeat
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 42 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Repeat Icon (DVD, Video CD, and Audio CD) By default, the Repeat feature is Off. There are three Repeat options: • Title – repeats the title that is playing • Disc – repeats the disc that is playing •...
Page 46 - Playing mp3 or JPEG fi les; Creating an mp3 Disc on Your Computer
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 44 Chapter 4: Playing Discs IntroScan Icon (Audio CD) Use the IntroScan feature to preview each track on the CD. 1. While the CD is playing, press INFO (the Info Display appears). 2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the IntroS...
Page 48 - Chapter 5; Menu System
Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. page 46 Chapter 5 Menu System ...
Page 49 - Chapter 5: Menu System; Overview of the DVD/VCR’s Menu System; How to navigate through on-screen menus
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 47 Chapter 5: Menu System Overview of the DVD/VCR’s Menu System Since this product has many features, it has a wealth of menus and options. To access the main menu during playback, press the STOP button on the remote. To access ...
Page 52 - Parental Controls
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 50 Chapter 5: Menu System Disc Library The disc library accesses information about what you’ve recorded onto discs. Details of this feature and the submenus are described on page 31. Timers Timer: You can add timers and view or ...
Page 55 - Edit the list of channels found
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 53 Chapter 5: Menu System Installation: The submenus contained in the Installation menu pertain to the type of signal that is connected to your DVD/VCR (cable or off-air antenna). If you move, or change any of the information yo...
Page 56 - Chapter 6; Additional Information
Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. page 54 Chapter 6 Additional I...
Page 57 - Chapter 6: Additional Information; Troubleshooting; General Problems
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 55 Chapter 6: Additional Information Troubleshooting General Problems Player won’t work (locks up) • Try unplugging the AC power cord and plugging it back in.• Reset the DVD/VCR: on the front of the unit, press and hold the STAN...
Page 58 - Recording/Copying Problems
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 56 Chapter 6: Additional Information Play starts, but then stops immediately • The disc is dirty. Clean it.• Condensation has formed in the DVD/VCR. Allow it to dry out. The picture is distorted and/or fuzzy; or “jumps” during d...
Page 59 - mp3 fi les
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 57 Chapter 6: Additional Information mp3 fi les The following recommendations can’t be taken as a guarantee that the DVD/VCR will play mp3 recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality. Certain technologies and methods for mp3...
Page 60 - Remote Control; Remote won’t work; Handling Cautions; Formation of Condensation
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 58 Chapter 6: Additional Information Remote Control Remote won’t work • You might be in the wrong mode. To operate your DVD/VCR, press the DVD/VCR button on the remote before you press any other buttons. If you’re operating the ...
Page 61 - Limited Warranty
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 59 Chapter 6: Additional Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for parts and labor. The warranty period ...
Page 62 - Accessory Information; How to Order
Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 60 Chapter 6: Additional Information Accessory Information There are various accessories available to complement your DVD/VCR. Prices are subject to change without notice. All accessories are subject to availability. A shipping ...
Page 64 - 0 3 3 0 N o r t h M e r i d i a n S t r e e t; © 2 0 0 4 T h o m s o n I n c .; T H O M S O N
Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. T h o m s o n I n c . T h o m s o n I n c . 1 0 3 3 0 N o r t h M e r i d i a n S t r e e t I n d i a n a p o l i s , I N 4 6 2 9 0 © 2 0 0 4 T h...