RCA DRC279RE Operation & User’s Manual

mode. • Each time the SLOW button is pressed, the speed of slow-motion playback changes in the following sequence: 2. Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback speed. Audio Selection On some DVDs, the sound is recorded in two or more formats. Follow the directions below to select the preferred language and sound system. 1. While a disc is playing, press the AUDIO button to show the current audio format number. e.g. 2. Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the desired audio format. Notes: • If only one audio format is recorded on the DVD, the number does not change. • Some DVDs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press the MENU button and choose the appropriate language on the disc menu. • You can select different audio channels (Stereo, Left or Right) on an Audio CD by pressing the AUDIO button repeatedly. Subtitle Selection 1. While a DVD is playing, press the SUBTITLE button to display the current language setting, as shown in the example. 2. Press the SUBTITLE button repeatedly to select the desired subtitle language. You can turn subtitles off by pressing the SUBTITLE button repeatedly until the is displayed. Notes: • Some DVDs are set to display subtitles automatically, and you cannot turn them off even if you set the subtitle function to off. • During some scenes, the subtitles may not appear immediately after you select your desired scene. • The number of subtitle languages recorded differs depending on the disc. If only one language is recorded, the language does not change. • This function can only be used for discs on which subtitles have been recorded in multiple languages. • Some DVDs allow you to change subtitles only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press the MENU button and choose the appropriate subtitle on the disc menu. Angle Selection Some DVDs contain scenes which have been shot from a number of different angles. For these discs, the same scene can be viewed from each of these different angles. 1. While you are playing a DVD with different angles recorded, press the ANGLE button to view the number of current angles available. 2. Press the ANGLE button repeatedly to change the scene to the next recorded angle. e.g. • After approx. two seconds, playback will continue from the new angle you selected. • If no button is pressed within 10 seconds, playback continues without changing the current angle. Notes: • This function can only be used for discs on which scenes shot from multiple angles have been recorded. • If only one angle is recorded, is displayed. Display Function While the disc is playing, press the DISPLAY button on the remote control repeatedly to display information on operation status. Elapsed Time: Elapsed time from the beginning of the chapter/title which is currently playing. Remaining Time: Remaining time of the chapter/title which is currently playing. Playing a Disc 1. Press the STANDBY / ON button to turn on the unit. See CUSTOMIZING THE FUNCTION SETTINGS before proceeding to step 2. 2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. 3. Place a disc onto the disc tray with the label side up. 4. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray. It takes a short while for your unit to load the disc. After loading, for most DVDs, the unit will automatically take you main menu or start playing. 5. If the unit does not automatically start playing the DVD, press the PLAY button. Pausing Playback (Still Mode) Press the PAUSE button on the remote. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button. Each time you press the PAUSE button, the picture advances one frame. Stopping Playback • Press the STOP button at the location where you want to interrupt playback. To resume playback at the position where the disc was stopped, press the PLAY button. • If you press the STOP button twice, the unit’s memory will be cleared and pressing the PLAY button will reset the disc to the beginning. Zooming into an image While a disc is playing, press the ZOOM button to enlarge the image in several levels. • While an image is zoomed, you can use the , , or CURSOR button to shift the view and display the part you want. • To return to normal view, press the ZOOM button until the 1 2 3 Off shows. The screen will return to normal. • When you reach the edge of the image, the display will not shift anymore in that direction. Skipping (Forward / Reverse) • Press the PREV button to go back to current or previous chapters/tracks. • Press the NEXT button to advance chapters/tracks. • For audio CDs, use the number buttons on the remote control to jump immediately to the desired track number. Fast Forward / Fast Reverse 1. Press the SEARCH or SEARCH button when a disc is playing. Each time you press the SEARCH or SEARCH button, the playback speed changes in the following sequence: 2. Press the PLAY button when you reach the desired point to resume normal playback. Notes: • The unit mutes sound and subtitles during reverse and forward scan of DVDs. • The fast playback speed may differ depending on the disc. Playing Titles/Chapters in a Favorite Order You can combine your favorite titles/chapters and play them in the order you determine. 1. When a DVD is stopped, press the MEMORY button and the following display appears. 2. Select the items in the order you want by pressing the number buttons.Each time you press the Cursor buttons ( , , , ), the space is highlighted. Highlight where you want to enter, then press the corresponding number buttons. 3. Press the Cursor buttons ( , , , ) to move the highlighted bar to “Play”, then press the OK button. The DVD player starts memory playback. 4. To resume normal playback from memory playback a) Press the MEMORY button in stop mode. b) Press the Cursor buttons ( , , , ) to move the highlighted bar to “Clear All”, then press the OK button. All the input programs will be cleared. c) Press the PLAY button to resume normal playback. Note: • If the title or chapter numbers you entered is not permitted by the DVD, after you press the OK button, it will restore to - - -. You should re-enter correct numbers. • Some discs may not permit memory playback operation. • If you select repeat during memory playback, the DVD player repeats the current memory playback. • If you press the MEMORY button while the display appears on the TV screen, the display disappears. • The programmed selections will be cleared when you open the disc tray or turn off the DVD player. Locating a specific chapter / track / title / time If you know the chapter / track / title / time number you want to play, you can locate a specific chapter / track / title / time by directly selecting a chapter / track / title / time number. 1. Press the GOTO button to search your desired chapter / track / title / time. 2. Press or button to highlight a chapter / track / title / time and press the corresponding number button(s) for the chapter / track / title / time you want. 3. Press the OK button to confirm. The unit will start playback about 3 seconds later. Notes : • Some discs may not respond to this process. • Some scenes may not be located as precisely as you specified. • This method for accessing specific locations is available only within the current title of the DVD disc. You can play a specific title or chapter repeatedly. (Title repeat, chapter repeat, A-B repeat) Repeating a chapter You can play the same chapter repeatedly. 1. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the indicator displays on the screen. The current chapter is played repeatedly. Repeating a title You can play the same title repeatedly. 2. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the indicator displays on the screen. The current title is played repeatedly. To resume normal playback 3. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the indicator displays on the screen. You can play a single track and whole disc repeatedly. Repeating a single track You can play the same track repeatedly. 1. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the indicator displays on the screen. The current track is played repeatedly. Repeating a whole disc 2. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT DISC button until the indicator displays on the screen. The whole disc is played repeatedly. To resume normal playback 3. Press the REPEAT DISC button until the indicator displays on the screen. You can play a specific section repeatedly. Repeating a specific section 1. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT A-B button at the beginning of the section ( is displayed) you want to play repeatedly. 2. Press the REPEAT A-B button again at the end of the section ( is displayed). 3. The unit will immediately begin replaying your selection. To resume normal playback 4. While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT A-B button until the indicator displays on the screen. Notes: • Some discs may not permit A-B repeat operation. • A-B repeat can only be used within the same title. If the start and end of the section to be repeated are in different titles, A-B repeat is cancelled. • You can specify a segment only within the current title or track. • The A-B repeat function does not operate in scenes where different camera angles are recorded. PLAYING A DISC This user manual explains the basic instructions for operating this unit. Some DVDs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. Therefore, this unit may not respond to all operating commands. THIS IS NOT A DEFECT. Please refer to the instructions accompanying the specific DVD in question for more information about the options available on that DVD. may appear on the screen during operation. It means that the desired operation is not permitted by the unit or disc. PLAYING PICTURE FILE DISC Programmable memory REPEAT PLAYBACK This unit can play picture files recorded on CD-R and CD-RW discs. Playing a Picture File Disc 1. Open the disc door. 2. Place a picture file disc onto the tray with label side up. 3. Close the disc door. 4. The unit will load the disc and automatically display the contents of the disc on the screen, while playing the beginning of the first picture file. These files will then be played back one by one. If the unit does not automatically start playing, press the PLAY button. 5. Press or button to select a picture file to view. 6. Press the , , or CURSOR button to view and select the files that you want to view, then press the OK button to confirm the selected file. NOTE: • You can press the PAUSE button to interrupt playback, and press the PLAY button to resume playback. • During playback, press the / button repeatedly to rotate the picture. Press to rotate picture anti-clockwise by 90°. Press to rotate picture clockwise by 90°. LOCATING A DESIRED SECTION CUSTOMIZING THE FUNCTION SETTINGS B. CONNECTING TO A DISPLAY (Using a HDMI cable) For TVs that support it, HDMI can provide the best quality audio and video output (depending on media source), and so is the preferred connection type. The HDMI cable incorporates both audio and video signals, so you will have just one cable running from the unit to your TV. Using the HDMI cable (not included), connect the HDMI OUT jack on your unit to the HDMI IN jack on your TV or HDMI-compatible display. • When using the HDMI cable, do not connect to other analog video outputs. • Set an output signal from the HDMI terminal of the DVD player in accordance with your TV’s input signal • When using HDMI cable, set the HDMI Audio to PCM. • Press the HDMI button on the remote control to change output signals as below: 480p (progressive) 720p (progressive) 1080I (interlace) 1080p (progressive) Notes: • Refer to your owner’s manual to the connected TV as well. • When you connect the DVD player to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet before making any connections. • If you have a HDMI (with HDCP) equipped monitor or display, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC. CONNECTING TO OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (AMPLIFIER) DRC279RE Amplifier of stereo system, etc. AUDIO IN ANALOGUE CONNECTION red white Audio cable (red and white) DRC279RE Audio equipment with digital audio input jack DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL CONNECTION Coaxial Digital Audio cable A. ANALOGUE CONNECTION Using an audio/video cable, connect the left/right AUDIO OUT jack on your unit to the AUDIO IN jack on your other source. B. DIGITAL CONNECTION Using a coaxial digital audio cable (not included), connect the DIGITAL COAXIAL OUT jack on your unit to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN jack on your other source. Notes: • When you connect the unit to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before making any connections. • If the external equipment is television and this audio system is close to it, you may experience the interference if the tuner function is selected while the television is working. • Refer to the instruction manual of the connected equipment as well. Use Default Settings 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Misc. 3. Press the button, then select “Use Default Settings” dialogue box and press OK button. 4. Press the / button to select “Yes”. Press the OK button and the original setting will be restored. The unit will exit the default setting menu automatically and re-load the disc in the disc tray. Note: It will take 3-5 seconds to reset the DVD player to the factory default. 1/2 1/4 1/6 1/8 Filter Repeat : Off Mode : Normal Search Title Chapter Time 1 - - - 00. 00. 00 Search Track Time Disc Time 2 00. 00. 00 -- : -- : -- Elapsed time Remaining time e.g. Title number Chapter number pLAY MODES FOR CD OR JPG DISC When playing CD / JPG discs, you can modify the Play Modes through the Toolkit which appears on the picture on the screen. Press the / button to navigate between the windows and the / button to select files/tracks or play mode items. Then press the ENTER button. 1. Press the Cursor buttons ( , , , ) to select “Edit mode” then press the ENTER button. 2. Use the Cursor buttons ( , , , ) to select tracks/files shown on the left hand side of the window. Press the ENTER button to confirm the selected tracks/files. “ “ will appear in front of the selected tracks/files. 3. Select “Add to program”, then press the ENTER button. “ “ will disappear from the screen. It means that the tracks/files you have selected are added into the “Program view”. 4. Select “Program view” to view programmed files. To add more files by “Browser view” follow the steps. 5. Press the PLAY button to start the program playback. The Toolkit has the following play mode items: • Repeat ( Off / Track / All ): Off: Resumes normal playback. Track: Repeats the current track/file. All: Repeats all files on the current folder or all tracks on the disc. • Mode ( Normal / Shuffle / Music intro ): Normal: Resumes normal playback. Shuffle: Plays back tracks/files in random order. Music intro (for Audio CD only): Only plays back the first 10 seconds of all the tracks on the current folder/disc. • Edit mode: Program operation works only when “Edit mode” is selected. • Program view: To view tracks/files in the “Program view” list. It is disabled when the “Program view” list is empty. • Add to program: Add files/tracks to the “Program view” list. It is disabled if the “Edit mode” is not selected. • Browser view: To view files/tracks in the original view list. • Clear program: Delete the files/tracks in the “Program view” list. Select a file/track or more you want to delete in complete stop mode (press the STOP button twice). Use the Cursor buttons ( , , , ) to select tracks/files you want to delete, a “ ” will appear beside the deleted file/track. Select “Clear program” and then press the ENTER button. It is disabled if the “Edit mode” is not selected. Note: The program will be deleted if the disc door is opened, or selected files are deleted by selecting “Clear program”. Language 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the button to select Language. 3. Press the OK button, then the / button to shift and change the Language. 4. Press the OK button. 5. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Subtitle 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the button, then the / button to select Subtitle. 3. Press the OK button, then the / button to shift and change the Language. 4. Press the OK button. 5. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Note: • Some DVDs may be set to display subtitles in a different language other than the ones you selected. A prior subtitle language may be programmed on the disc. • Some DVDs allow you to change subtitle selections using the disc menu only. If this is the case, press the MENU button and choose the appropriate subtitle language from the selection on the disc menu. Audio 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the button, then the / button to select Audio. 3. Press the OK button, then the / button until your preferred Audio is displayed. 4. Press the OK button. 5. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Note: • Some DVDs may not be played in the language you selected. A prior language may be programmed on the disc. DVD Menu 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the button, then the / button to select DVD Menu. 3. Press the OK button, then the / button until your preferred DVD Menu language is displayed. 4. Press the OK button. 5. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Note: • Some DVDs may not include your pre-selected language. In this case, the DVD player automatically displays disc menus consistent with the disc’s initial language setting. Aspect Ratio 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Video. 3. Press the button, then the / button to select Aspect Ratio. 4. Press the OK button, then the / button to shift and change the aspect ratio. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Note: • The displayable picture size is preset on the DVD. Therefore, the playback picture of some DVDs may not conform to the picture size you select. • When you play DVDs recorded in the 4:3 picture size only, the playback picture always appears in the 4:3 picture size regardless of the Aspect Ratio setting. • Select 16:9 to conform to the LCD screen on the unit. Always be sure that your Aspect Ratio conforms to the actual TV in use if you connect the unit to a TV. View Mode 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Video. 3. Press the button, then the / button to select View Mode. 4. Press the OK button, then the / button to shift and change the View Mode. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Fill: Fill the screen with decoded image. Original: Display image as it original size. “Original” is preferred for Jpeg viewing. Height Fit: Fit the screen height with image height. Width Fit: Fit the screen width with image width. Auto Fit: Automatically fit the decoded image on screen without distortion. Pan Scan: Automatically display decoded image on full screen without distortion. Note: Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to view the mode as selected. HDMI Resolution 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Video. 3. Press the button, then the / button to select HDMI Resolution. 4. Press the OK button, then the / button to select the options (Auto, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p). 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Note: Select the HDMI resolution according to the performance of the connected TV. JPEG Interval 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Video. 3. Press the button, then the / button to select JPEG Interval. 4. Press the OK button, then the / button to shift and change JPEG interval. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Off: Plays back one file at a time. 5 seconds Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 5 seconds interval. 10 seconds Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 10 seconds interval. 15 seconds Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 15 seconds interval. Digital Output 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Audio. 3. Press the button, then press the / button to select Digital Output. 4. Press the OK button, then press the / button to select the output sound format (Off, PCM or Raw). 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. PCM: Select when connected to a Multi-channel digital stereo amplifier. Raw: Disc audio raw data will be output. Off: To disable Digital Output. Note: If you connected to a TV using HDMI, make sure to select “PCM”. Night Mode 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Press the / button to select Audio. 3. Press the button, then press the / button to select Night Mode. 4. Press the OK button, then press the / button to change the On/Off mode. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the SETUP button to exit the menu. Note: Night mode is Dynamic Range Control (DRC) option for analog audio output. Language Video Audio Misc - 5 - - 6 - - 7 - - 8 - DRC279RE ENG IB.indd 1 4/9/2009 10:30:47

2. STANDBY/ON Button Press to turn on the unit or put it in standby mode 3. AUDIO Button Press to select one of the audio sound tracks programmed on a DVD or to select the audio output mode on an audio CD. 4. ANGLE Button Press to switch the camera angle of the video presentation when scenes with multiple camera angles are recorded on a DVD. 5. MEMORY Button Press to create programs. 6. DISPLAY Button Press to change disc status information displayed on the TV screen. 7. SETUP Button Press to open and close the SETUP menu screen 8. CURSOR ( , , , ) Button Press to highlight selections on a menu screen and adjust certain settings. OK Button Press to confirm selections on a menu screen. 9. CLEAR Button Clear input selections and cancel certain playback functions. 10. PLAY Button Press to start playback. 11. STOP Button Press to stop playback. 12. SEARCH Button Fast reverse playback. 13. REV Button Press to move backwards through titles, chapters or tracks on a disc. 14. Number (0-9) Buttons 15. A-B REPEAT Button Press to perform point-to-point repeat playback on a DVD or CD. 16. GOTO Button Press to skip directly to a specific location on a DVD. 17. SUBTITLE Button Press to select one of the subtitle languages programmed on a DVD. 18. ZOOM Button Zoom in an image. 19. RETURN Button 20. TITLE Button Press to open the title menu screen. 21. MENU Button Press to open and close the DVD’s menu. 22. HDMI Button Press to change the video output signals in stop mode. 23. PAUSE Button Press to pause playback. 24. SEARCH Button Fast forward playback. 25. NEXT Button Press to move forward through titles, chapters or tracks on a disc. 26. SLOW Button Press to perform slow forward playback of DVDs. 27. STEP Button Press to advance frame by frame. 28. DISC REPEAT Button Press to repeat chapter or title of a DVD. Press to repeat single track or whole CD. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your AC power outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the AC power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the AC power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disc Formats Region Management Information This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is encoded on DVDs. If the region number printed on the DVD does not correspond to the region number of this unit, it cannot play that disc. The region number of this unit is 1. Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available When the appears on the screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not available at that time. This occurs because the DVD manufacturer determines the specific functions of DVDs. Certain functions may not be available on some DVDs. Be sure to read the documentation provided with the DVD. Icons Used on DVDs Sample lcons Note: When playing back a CD-G (Graphics) or CD EXTRA disc, the audio portion will be played, but the graphic images will not be shown. 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” are sections of titles. • Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. A “track” is usually one song on an Audio CD. Note: Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded on them, but some do not. The unit can playback: Language selections for audio Language selections for subtitles Screen aspect ratio Multiple camera angles Region code indicator sound system Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby Digital can reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio. The unit automatically recognizes the Dolby Digital bitstream and provides a downmix suitable for two-channel listening. An additional Dolby Digital decoder is required for reproduction of the discrete multi-channel soundtracks available on many DVDs. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. ‘Dolby’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ACCESSORIES Please check and identify the supplied accessories. • To order accessories visit web site http://www.RCAav.com Remote Control ...........................................................................................................x 1 2xAAA batteries...........................................................................................................x 1 AV cable.......................................................................................................................x 1 control reference guide Remote Control Using the Remote Control • Point the remote control at the REMOTE SENSOR located on the unit. • When using this unit in very bright light, the infrared REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR may not work properly. • The recommended effective distance for remote operation is about 16 feet (5 meters). Battery Replacement When the batteries become weak, the operating distance of the remote control will be greatly reduced and you will need to replace the batteries. Notes: • If the remote control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by battery leakage corrosion. • When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be strictly followed. WARNING: • Do not dispose of the battery in fire or it may explode or leak. • Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. remote control DVDs [8cm/12cm disc] Audio CDs [8cm/12cm disc] Compatible Unit 1. STANDBY/ON Button Turn the unit on or put it in standby mode. 2. Power Indicator Indicator On: The unit is in standby mode. Indicator Off: The unit is turned on. 3. DISC TRAY Opens or closes the tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button. 4. REMOTE SENSOR Receives the remote control unit signals. 5. DISPLAY LENS Display units information. 6. OPEN/CLOSE Button Opens or closes the tray. 7. PLAY Button Starts or resumes playback of a disc. 8. STOP Button Stop playing a disc. 9. OPTICAL OUT jack 10. HDMI OUT jack 11. VIDEO OUT jack 12. DIGITAL COAXIAL OUT jack 13. LEFT/RIGHT AUDIO OUT jacks SYMPTOM CAUSE (AND REMEDY) • Ensure the AC power cord is connected. • The unit is not turned on. • Remove any obstacles between the remote and the unit • Use the remote near the unit. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the unit. • Replace the batteries in the remote with new one. • Make sure that you select ON mode. • The system is in pause mode. Press the PLAY button to return to normal play mode. • The unit is in fast-forward or fast-reverse mode. Press the PLAY button to return to normal play mode. • Make sure the AUDIO output is correct. • Make sure the audio cable is connected securely. • The region number of the disc doesn’t match the region number of this unit. • The TV is not set to receive DVD signal output. • The video/HDMI cable is not connected securely. • The TV is not turned on. • Clean the disc. • Check connection between HDMI TV and the unit. • Replace the HDMI cable with a better one. Bad HDMI cable can cause data lost. • Press HDMI key on remote handset several times to toggle among different HD OUTPUT. • Check the connections. • The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with alcohol. • Clean the disc. • There is no disc inside. (“No Disc” appears on the screen). • Insert the disc correctly with the playback side facing down. • Clean the disc. • The unit and disc region number are incompatible. • Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait about an hour for it to clear and try again. • Reset the unit, press the STANDBY/ON button to turn off the unit, wait for a few seconds, then restart the unit. No power. The remote control does not function. No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard. No picture or abnormal color. No output on your HDMI TV. Severe hum or noise is heard. The disc does not play. The DVD door cannot open. troubleshooting guide Safety Precautions The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within the equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to cause an electric shock. The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this user manual. CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. On Placement • Do not use the unit in places that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid. • The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc. On Safety • When connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may damage it and create a hazard. • When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC power cord. • No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the AC power cord and the unit. • Leave a minimum of 10 cm around the apparatus for ventilation. • Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal. • Use of apparatus in moderate climates. On Condensation • When left in a heated room where it is warm and damp, water droplets or condensation may form inside the unit. When there is condensation inside the unit, the unit may not function normally. Let the unit stand for 1 to 2 hours before turning the power on, or gradually heat the room and let the unit dry before use. Rating Plate Location • The rating plate is located on the back of unit. FCC Statements NOTE: 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. Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class FCC limits. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power cord and refer servicing to a qualified technician. • Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely. WARNING Notes on Copyright It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material without permission. Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936 licensed for limited viewing uses only. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. This product contains a low power laser device. User manual DRC279RE Notes on Unauthorized Discs You may not be able to play some DVDs on this unit, particularly if they were purchased from outside your geographic area or made for business purposes. maintenance Cleaning the Disc A defective or soiled disc inserted into the unit can cause sound to drop out during playback. Handle the disc by holding its inner and outer edges. • Do NOT touch the surface of the unlabeled side of the disc. • Do NOT stick paper or tape on the surface. • Do NOT expose the disc to direct sunlight or excessive heat. • Clean the disc before playback. Wipe the disc from the center outward with a cleaning cloth. • NEVER use solvents such as benzine or alcohol to clean the disc. • Do NOT use irregular shaped discs (example: heart shaped, octagonal, etc.). They may cause malfunctions. Cleaning the Unit • Be sure to turn the unit off and disconnect the AC power cord before maintaining the unit. • Wipe the unit with a dry soft cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, wipe clean with a cloth that has been dipped in a weak soap-and-water solution and wrung out thoroughly, then wipe with a dry cloth. • Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner, cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Do NOT use compressed air to remove dust. Important Note Before transporting the unit, remove the disc from the disc compartment. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON APPARATUS. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT PLACE ANY HEATING OR COOKING APPARATUS BENEATH THIS UNIT. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF POWER OUTLET, THEN FULLY INSERT. The symbol for Class II (Double Insulation) Caution Marking and rating plate was located at rear enclosure of the apparatus. Portable Cart Warning 2. Insert two AAA size batteries. 1. Open the battery door. To Change Remote Batteries 1 16 17 19 21 22 23 25 24 20 18 26 27 28 2 4 6 7 9 11 13 12 10 8 5 3 14 15 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 To wall outlet 9 10 12 13 11 SETUP and connections CONNECTING TO A TV The unit can be connected to your TV in several different ways, depending on the design of your TV. Note: Use only one of the below listed connection method for connecting to your TV. A. RCA AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS Use the Audio/Video cable (supplied). Connect the VIDEO OUT and left/right AUDIO OUT jacks on the unit to the VIDEO IN and left/right AUDIO IN jacks on your TV. TV red white yellow AV cable DRC279RE It is important to read this instruction prior to using your new product for the first time. Need more help? Please visit online help at www.RCAav.com Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice. Printed in China 811-727991W011 - 1 - - 2 - - 3 - - 4 - DRC279RE ENG IB.indd 2 4/9/2009 10:30:52