Page 2 - CONTENTS
2 CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ................................................. 3 Note to CATV System Installer ............................................... 4 The FCC Wants You to Know ..................................................... 4Notes on Copyright ..............................
Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Careful attention is devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your system, and safety is a major factor in its design. However, safety is also your responsibility. This section lists important information that will help you properly use and enjoy your system...
Page 4 - Note to CATV System Installer; THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW; NOTES ON COPYRIGHT
4 24. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 25. Safety Chec...
Page 5 - Notes on Unauthorized Discs; INTRODUCTION TO YOUR HOME THEATER SYSTEM
5 Notes on Unauthorized Discs You may not be able to play back some DVD video discs on this player if they were purchased from outside your geographic area or made for business purposes. When you try to play back an unauthorized disc, “Check Regional Code” appears on the TV screen. INSTALLING BATTER...
Page 6 - CONNECTIONS
6 CONNECTIONS The default setting for speakerdistance is 20 feet .
Page 7 - Connecting a Second Subwoofer; CONNECTING HEADPHONES
7 PLACING THE RECEIVER Do not place objects directly on top of the receiver as it could prevent proper heat dispersal. When installing in a rack or shelf, be sure to leave an adequate amount of space above and behind the receiver for air circulation. PLACING THE SPEAKERS 1. Place the front left and ...
Page 8 - Connecting a TV; Connecting a VCR
8 Connecting a TV Use audio/video cables or an S-Video cable (not supplied) to connect a TV to the receiver. 1. For audio, connect the plug from the TV’s AUDIO OUT right jack to the receiver’s right AUDIO TV IN jack and the plug from the TV’s AUDIO OUT left jack to the receiver’s left AUDIO TV IN ja...
Page 9 - Connecting a Digital (Optical) Audio Device
9 1. Connect the yellow plug to the VIDEO jack. 2. If your satellite receiver or cable box has analog audio connections , connect red plugs to the right AUDIO jacks and white plugs to the left AUDIO jacks. To use your satellite receiver (or cable box), select the SAT function (see “Controlling a Sat...
Page 10 - CONNECTING ANTENNAS; FM Indoor Antenna; AM Indoor Loop Antenna; OPERATION; A QUICK LOOK AT THE DISPLAY
10 CONNECTING ANTENNAS FM Indoor Antenna In an area with strong FM signals, the T-type FM antenna (supplied) is sufficient. 1. Use a flat or Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws on the supplied transformer. 2. Place the metal connectors on the end of the T-type antenna’s base on the transformer...
Page 11 - A QUICK LOOK AT THE RECEIVER’S CONTROLS
11 A QUICK LOOK AT THE RECEIVER’S CONTROLS DISC 1, 2, 3 – Press to open or close the disc trays. Note: You cannot use these buttons in tuner mode. DISC SKIP/TUNING MODE – Press to skip discs in DVD/CD mode. In tuner mode, press to switch between presets and manual tuning (see “Switching Be-tween Pre...
Page 12 - A QUICK LOOK AT THE REMOTE CONTROL
12 A QUICK LOOK AT THE REMOTE CONTROL BAND / JJJJ ýýýý — Selects AM or FM band while using the tuner. Functions as PLAY in DVD/CD mode. FM MODE/ '''' — Selects FM mono or stereo mode while using the tuner. Functions as STOP in DVD/CD mode. MEMORY/ f — Press to memorize the de- sired station frequenc...
Page 13 - Changing the Speaker Distance
13 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. SETTING UP THE SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM Your Home Theater Audio System speakers are timbre matched and ready to use “as is” as soon as you unpack them. If you wish to fine-tune the s...
Page 14 - Changing the Sound Mode; DVD PLAYER OPERATION; Basic Playback
14 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. 2. 3 Press SETUP . IFýI?P; IFýI?P; IFýI?P; IFýI?P; appears. 3. Press 7 7 7 7 . <HEDJ <HEDJ <HEDJ <HEDJ appears. 4. Press 7 7 7 7 again. <# <# <# <#IC7BB IC...
Page 16 - Using Night Mode; DVD ADVANCED FEATURES; Using GUI Menu Icons
16 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. Using Night Mode You can use Night Mode to compress large dynamic ranges, resulting in “quieter” explosions and other loud sounds in movies. The Night Mode feature adjusts the dyn...
Page 18 - Selecting Digital Audio Out; PLAYING MP3 FILES
18 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. 3. Repeatedly press ENTER to select the desired aspect, then press DVD SET UP . You must select the type of TV picture (aspect ratio) that corresponds to the type of TV you are co...
Page 19 - MP3 Repeat Play; USING THE TUNER; Listening To FM Stereo Broadcasts; Presetting Radio Stations
19 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. mal playback of music files is 128 kbps. • This DVD player may not play the disc properly if it contains both audio CD and MP3 files. MP3 Repeat Play You can repeatedly play MP3 f...
Page 20 - Auto Preset; PLAYING AUDIO CDS; Continuous Play
20 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. Auto Preset 1. 3 or 4 Press BAND to select the desired band. 2. Hold down MEMORY for about 3 seconds. 3. The tuner automatically begins scanning, and stores the first 30 strong si...
Page 21 - Programming Tracks; Modifying the Program and Adding a Track; Random Play
21 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. 3 The repeat mode changes between ýýýý (repeat one), 7BB 7BB 7BB 7BB (repeat all tracks on that disc), :?I9ý :?I9ý :?I9ý :?I9ý7BBý 7BBý 7BBý 7BBý (repeat all discs), as you press ...
Page 22 - USING THE SLEEP TIMER; MANUFACTURER’S CODES; TV Codes
22 3 — Use the remote for these steps. 4 — Use the receiver for these steps. 3 or 4 — Use either device for these steps. 3 or 4 To use a satellite receiver that has analog audio output , press SAT , or rotate FUNCTION on the receiver. I7J I7J I7J I7J appears. To use a satellite receiver that has dig...
Page 24 - VCR Codes
24 VCR Codes SUPREME 102 SYLVANIA 104, 106, 108, 119, 162, 169, 174, 175, 176, 177, 188, 283, 284 SYMPHONIC 138 TATUNG 103 TECHNICS 154 TECHWOOD 104, 106, 154 TEKNIKA 104, 105, 106, 108, 112, 113, 138, 146, 176, 182 TELECAPTION 205, 270, 271 TOSHIBA 149, 172, 189, 205, 209, 210, 217, 218, 221, 260, ...
Page 25 - Cable Codes
25 Cable Codes MONTGOMERY WARD 531 MOTOROLA 421, 531 MTC 413, 426 MULTITECH 413, 416, 426, 453, 461 NEC 409, 410, 411, 416, 418, 458, 511, 523 NIKKO 414 NOBLEX 413 OLYMPUS 421 OPTIMUS 414, 421, 431, 446, 494, 509, 531 OPTONICA 496 ORION 435 PANASONIC 421, 446, 509, 525, 526, 531 PENTAX 416, 455, 456...
Page 26 - Satellite System Codes
26 Satellite System Codes JERROLD 703, 705, 707, 714, 718, 723, 724, 746, 753, 782, 783, 784, 785, 788, 789, 790, 791, 792 LG (GOLDSTAR) 770, 771, 779, 780 MAGNAVOX 725 MEMOREX 726 MOVIE TIME 702, 727, 728 NSC 702, 727, 728 OAK 702, 727, 728 PANASONIC 748, 752 PARAGON 726 PHILIPS 711, 712, 713, 714,...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING
27 TROUBLESHOOTING This receiver has been manufactured to the specifications of RadioShack and is covered by a limited warranty from RadioShack. If your receiver is not operating as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store or call 1-800-THE-SHACK for assistance. If you think that there is s...
Page 28 - CARE; Using Discs
28 CARE Keep the receiver dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the receiver only in normal temperature environments. Handle the receiver carefully; do not drop it. Keep the receiver away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Mod...
Page 29 - Cleaning Discs; SPECIFICATIONS; Amplifier Section; Tuner Section
29 • Do not place discs on top of the receiver. • Do not touch the playback side of the disc. • Do not attach paper or tape to discs. • Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources. • Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or nea...
Page 30 - Video Section; Speaker Section; Miscellaneous
30 (AM) Sensitivity (Loop Antenna) .................................................................................................................................. 600 µ V/m (AM) Selectivity, +/– 10K .....................................................................................................
Page 31 - SETTING A RATING LEVEL AND PASSWORD; SELECTING A RATING LEVEL; Clearing Your Password
31 SETTING A RATING LEVEL AND PASSWORD You can prohibit the playing of specified DVDs which are unsuitable for children. Some DVD discs contain a restriction level which enables parents to remove scenes or prevent playback of discs by children. Your DVD player has a password device designed to preve...
