Purchase Date: ________________________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR DEALER. If you experience problems, call RCA customer support or mail your product in for replacement. See the warranty on page 51 for details. cover.indd 3 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this HD DVD player to rain or moisture.
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cover.indd 4 15. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus.
Connecting to a TV with Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Jacks ...10 Connecting to a TV with Composite or S-Video Jacks ...11 Connecting an Audio System ...12 The Jacks on the Back of the HD DVD Player ...14 Front Panel Controls ...15 The Dsplay Panel ...16 A Quck Tour of the Remote ...17...
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Table of Contents Chapter 3: The Menu System The Setup Menu ...32 The Picture Menu ...33 The Audio Menu ...34 The Language Menu ...37 The Ethernet Menu ...38 The General Menu ...39 Chapter 4: Usng an Internet Connecton Before You Connect to the Internet ...42 Requirements ...42 Connectng to the Internet...43 Internet Settngs ...44...
Chapter 1 Connections and Setup Chapter Overview: • Accessories Included with your HD DVD Player • Things to Consider before you Connect • System Requirements • Choosing the Best Connection to your TV • The Jacks on the Back of the HD DVD Player • Front Panel Controls • The Display Panel • The Remote Control Changing Entertainment. Again. s&c1.indd 3 3/15/06 9:30:51 AM...
Accessories Included with your HD DVD Player Accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied. Remote control Batteries (AAA)x2 Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. • Turn off the TV and/or components before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important Safeguards sheet packed with your HD DVD player. Protect Components from Overheating • Don’t block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. • Don’t stack components. • When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation. • If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air from it won’t flow around other components. Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference • Insert each cable firmly into the designated jack. • If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV. • If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Types of Discs Your HD DVD player will Play • HD DVD video discs – because this is a new format, disc compatibility issues are possible. If you experi- ence a disc compatibility problem, contact RCA Customer Support. Note: Some content providers may use an Image Constraint Token (ICT) for HD DVD movie titles played through an analog connection. An ICT constrains the picture to half the resolution of a full HD picture. If an ICT is used, the content provider is required to put a warning label on the disc to let consumers know of the limitation.
Connections and Setup Other Features Internet connection feature (LAN port) You can connect to a network with an always-on broadband connection and access special HD DVD sites. System Requirements For high definition video playback: • High definition display (720p and 1080i input capable). • HD DVD disc with high definition content. • HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device required for some content (as specified by disc authors). For up-conversion of standard definition DVD, an HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display • device is required for copy protected content. For Dolby® Digital Plus and DTS-HD (DTS core only) multi-channel audio playback: • Receiver or processor/amp combination with 5.1ch channel analog input or HDMI™ multi-channel LPCM capable audio input. • Main, center, surround speakers and subwoofer as necessary for chosen format. For on-line interactive features: • Ethernet connection to customer supplied always-on broadband internet service. • Some features may require higher bandwidth. s&c1.indd 6 chapter 1 3/15/06 9:30:56 AM...
Choosing the Best Connection to Your TV In order to view high definition content from a disc, you will need to connect the HD DVD player to a TV with an HDMI cable or component video (Y, Pb, Pr) cables. To view 480, 720, or 1080 resolution video, use the HDMI connection or the Component video connection. Some discs may require use of the HDMI OUTPUT for viewing of high resolution material. • When you connect the player to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units before making any connections. • Connect the player directly to your TV. If you connect the player to a VCR, TV/VCR combination, video selector or AV amplifier, the playback picture may be distorted due to copy protection. • If you TV does not have an HDMI jack or component video jacks, and you can only connect to a com- posite video jack, you will not be able to see high definition content. • Depending on a combination of the characteristics of the connected TV, resolution of the video source, and video output resolution of the player, high-resolution output may not provide the best picture. Change the output resolution according to your preferences. HDMI HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. HDMI transfers digital audio and uncompressed digital video on a single cable. If your TV has an HDMI jack, you don’t need to connect any other audio or video cables. • HDMI output is digital only, DVI analog is not supported. • HDMI is an evolving technology, so it is possible that some devices may not operate properly with this player. Copy Protection and High Definition Viewing HD DVD and DVD video disc creators can include copy protection instructions in their discs that prohibit the output of high definition video (original 720p or 1080i or up-converted 480i or 480p) from a component connection. If such instructions are present in the disc you are playing, you must use an HDMI connection to view the disc in a high definition format. If you view the disc through a component connection, the video will play in 480i or 480p resolution. Multi-Channel Audio If your TV or display does not support multi-channel audio, to use multi-channel audio you will need to either use an AV receiver that supports multi-channel audio over HDMI (set “Digital out HDMI” to “Auto” or to match the decoding capability of your equipment) or use a receiver that has a coaxial or optical SPDIF digital audio input (set “Digital audio SPDIF” to match the decoding capability of your equipment). chapter 1 s&c1.indd 7 Connections and Setup 3/15/06 9:30:56 AM...
Connections and Setup s&c1.indd 8 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 the remote. 3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote. Important Battery Information • If you’re not going to use the remote for a month or more, be sure to remove the batter- ies because they can leak and cause damage. • Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local regula- tions. • Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type, if inserted incor- rectly, if all batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged. • Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other personal injury. Point the Remote in the Right Direction When you want the remote to operate the HD DVD Player, point the remote at the HD DVD Player, not the TV. The remote has to be pointed in the correct direction and toward the correct component in order for the remote control’s signal to communicate with the sensor on the compo- nent. Make sure there is a clear path between the remote control and the component you want to operate so the signal isn’t blocked. chapter 1 3/15/06 9:30:59 AM...
Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Input Jack 1. Use an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo ( 2. Turn on the display and your HD DVD player. 3. When you turn the unit on for the first time, a setting menu appears. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to select the Gen- eral option, and then the Clock Set option (for details, see page 32). Set the proper time and date. When you are finished, press the SETUP button to exit the menu system. 4. Press the V. OUTPUT button on the remote until HDMI is shown on the display. 5. Press the RESOLUTION button on the remote until the resolution output (480p, 720p or 1080i) matches the resolution of the TV or display. Note: If the type of display you are connecting doesn’t output sound (such as a projector or monitor), change the Digital out HDMI setting in the Audio menu to PCM.
Connections and Setup Connecting to a TV with Component (Y, Pb, Pr) Jacks Connect to audio input jacks on your TV using the audio cable. 1. Connect the audio cables to the ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2CH L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your HD DVD Player, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV. 2. Connect the color-coded Y, Pb, Pr cables from the output jacks on the back of your HD DVD player to the Y, Pb, Pr video in jacks on your TV. 3. Turn on the unit and your TV. 4. When you turn the unit on for the first time, a setting menu appears. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to select the Gen- eral option, and then the Clock Set option (for details, see page 32). Set the proper time and date. When you are finished, press the SETUP button to exit the menu system. 5. Press the V. OUTPUT button until the HDMI indicator on the display is OFF. 6. Press the RESOLUTION button on the remote until the resolution output (480i, 480p, 720p or 1080i) matches the resolution of the TV or display.
Connecting to a TV with Composite or S-Video Jacks White 1. Connect the audio cables to the ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2CH L (left – white) and R (right – red) jacks on the back of your HD DVD Player, and to the corresponding Audio Input jacks on your TV. 2. Connect the video cable. • Basic video connection – Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the back of your HD DVD Player, and to the Video Input jack on your TV. • S-Video (optional) – If your TV has an S-Video Input jack, connect an S-Video cable to the S-VIDEO jack on the back of your HD DVD Player and to the S-Video INPUT jack on your TV. If your TV doesn’t have S-Video, use the basic video connection listed above. Turn on the unit and Your TV. 4. When you turn the unit on for the first time, a setting menu appears. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to select the General option, and then the Clock Set option (for details, see page 32). Set the proper time and date. When you are finished, press the SETUP button to exit the menu system. 5. Press the V. OUPUT button on the remote until the HDMI indicator on the display is OFF. 6. Press the RESOLUTION button on the remote until 480i is shown on the display. If 1080i or 720p is selected, video can’t be displayed from the S-VIDEO jack and VIDEO jack (yellow). Note: Your cable or off-air connection to the television should not be affected by this connection. Connect your cable or off-air antenna to your television as you normally would.
Connections and Setup Connecting an Audio System You can enjoy multichannel surround-sound by connecting to an amplifier compatible with Dolby® Digital and DTS® sound. Caution When you are connecting an AV decoder via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack that does not have Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoding capability, set the Digital out SPDIF option in the Audio menu to PCM. Otherwise, high volume sound may damage your hearing as well as the speakers.
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Via HDMI Output You may need to adjust the HDMI audio output to match the capabilities of your AV amplifier. AV amplifier HDMI compatible device chapter 1 s&c1.indd 13 Connections and Setup Caution When you are connecting an AV decoder via the HDMI OUTPUT jack that does not have Dolby Digital or DTS decoding capability, set the Digital out HDMI option in the Audio menu to PCM or Downmixed...
Connections and Setup The Jacks on the Back of the HD DVD Player When connecting, make sure you connect Output jacks to Input jacks, Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc. 1. CONTROL jack Used for custom control devices 2. LAN port Use this to connect to a network with an always-on broadband connection 3. AC IN Connect the power cord here. 4. VIDEO OUTPUT (VIDEO, S-VIDEO) jacks Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or ampli- fier. 5. COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor. s&c1.indd 14 6. HDMI OUTPUT jack Outputs video/audio signals to a connected TV, monitor or AV amplifier. Connect to a TV, monitor or AV amplifier equipped with HDMI input. 7. DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM (OPTI- CAL/COAXIAL) jacks Outputs digital audio signals. Connect to a digital audio input on an amplifier equipped with digital audio decoder. When con- necting the optional digital cable, fit the connector into the jack firmly. 8. ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 5.1 CH SURROUND Connect to an amplifier equipped with 5.1 CH audio input. 9. ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT 2 CH jacks Outputs audio signals to a connected TV or AV amplifier.
Front Panel Controls * The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See below on how to open the cover. 1. ON/STANDBY Turns the unit on or puts it in STANDBY mode (off ). 2. Front Panel Display Displays information about the current state of the player and/or disc. 3. Remote sensor Picks up signals from the remote. 4. OPEN/CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray. 5. PLAY Begins disc play (and closes disc tray if open). (stop) Stops disc play. (pause) Pauses disc play. (skip backward) During playback, moves to the beginning of the preceding title, chapter, or track on a disc.
Connections and Setup The Display Panel 1. Status indicator Shows whether disc is playing or paused. 2. Disc indicator HD DVD is displayed when an HD DVD disc is loaded. DVD is displayed when a DVD disc is loaded. 3. TITLE indicator Lights when a title number is displayed. 4. CHP (Chapter) indicator Lights when a chapter number is displayed. 5. CD indicator Lights when a CD is loaded. 6. HDMI Indicator Lights when selecting the HDMI output. 7. TRK (Track) indicator Lights when a track number is displayed. 8. TOTAL indicator Lights when the total playing time of the disc is displayed. 9. REMAIN Lights when a remaining playback time is displayed. NOTES: Every time you press DISPLAY button, the display changes the contents. The display may not change, depending on the disc conditions. Press the DIMMER button on the remote control to change the brightness of the display.
Connections and Setup A Quick Tour of The Remote This remote may not operate some or all features of your TV or monitor, so it may be necessary to use your original remote. The buttons must be programmed to operate other brands of TVs (see page 19). Buttons that operate your TV In order to use this remote with your TV, you first have to program the remote. See page 19. TV ON/STANDBY Use this button to turn on a compatible TV. TV INPUT Changes the TV input selection. VOL+/- Changes the TV volume. CH +/- Changes the TV channels. TV MUTE Reduces sound to an inaudible level. TV CODE Use this button to program your remote to control your TV (see page 19). Buttons that operate your HD DVD Player ON/STANDBY Use this button to turn on your HD DVD player. OPEN/CLOSE Press to open and close the disc tray. DISPLAY Press this button to display information about a disc. ANGLE Press this button to access various camera angles on a disc (if the disc contains multiple camera angles). SUBTITLE When a disc is playing, press this button to show the Subtitle display (if the disc was created with subtitles). AUDIO Press this button to select a different language for disc playback (provided the disc was authored with multiple languages). TOP MENU Accesses the DVD disc guide (if available).
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Connections and Setup s&c1.indd 18 PAUSE/STEP Press this button to pause disc play. For HD DVD discs, press again to play forward a frame at a time. PLAY Begins disc play. STOP Stops disc play. (skip forward) During playback, advances to the beginning of the next title, chapter or track. CURSOR Press this button to use a cursor on discs that include game or drawing software. After you press the CURSOR button, press the arrow buttons to move the cursor. REPEAT Press this button to bring up the Repeat info display. You can repeat part or all of a chapter, track, or an entire disc. DIMMER Press this button to change the brightness of the display. SLOW Plays video in slow motion. A, B, C, D buttons These buttons perform certain functions during HD DVD playback. The functions differ from disc to disc; use them as indicated on the disc. Number buttons Use the number buttons to input information such as chapter numbers, track numbers, or to make selections on some menu screens. T. SEARCH Use this button to go to an elapsed time on a disc. RESOLUTION Press to set the resolution to match the TV. The resolution setting is displayed in the player window. V.
Programming the HD DVD Remote to Operate Your TV This remote is already programmed to work with RCA TVs. If you have a TV that is another brand, the re- mote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable TVs. Entering Codes To control a TV that is not an RCA TV, you’ll need to enter the specific codes for the brand of TV you have. 1. Turn on the TV to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the TV on the following page. 3. Point the HD DVD Player’s remote at the TV. 4. Press and hold the TV CODE button on the remote. 5. Enter the code for your TV (from the list on the next page). 6. Release the TV CODE button, and then press TV ON/STANDBY to see if the TV responds to the command. 7. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the TV responds to the remote commands. Notes: This remote may not be compatible with all brands and models of televisions. Once you program this remote to operate you TV, it may not operate all the features on your TV. If you want to use features on your TV that this remote doesn’t control, use the TV’s original remote.
Chapter 2 Playing Discs Chapter Overview: • Regional Coding • Types of Discs your HD DVD Player will Play • Using Different Menus • Loading and Playing Discs • Using a Disc Menu • Playback Features • Playing mp3/WMA files • Connecting Game Controllers Changing Entertainment. Again. playing2.indd 21 3/8/06 4:46:45 PM...
Regional Coding Both the HD DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes don’t match, the disc won’t play. This player’s code is region 1.
• The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from the HD DVD player’s menu. The contents of each disc menu varies according to how the disc was authored and what features are included.
Using a Disc Menu A disc is capable of having an on-screen menu that is separate from the HD DVD player’s menu system and on-screen information display. The disc menu might only contain a list of the titles and chapters, or it may allow you to change features such as language and playback settings.
Playback Features Playing at Different Speeds Skipping backwards to chapters or tracks Press to start playback from the beginning of the current chapter or track. Press twice to start playback from the beginning of the previous chapter or track. Advancing frame-by-frame During playback, press to pause the picture. If you press while a picture is paused, you can advance one frame at a time.
Playing Discs Entering an Elapsed Time You can use the Time Search feature to go to a specific point in a title. 1. Press the T. SEARCH button to bring up the info display. Press again until the Time section is highlighted. 2. Use the number buttons to enter the elapsed time you want to go to in that title. For example, entering 01:35:12 will start playback one hour, thirty-five minutes and twelve seconds into the title.
Changing the Audio Language When a DVD is recorded with multiple soundtracks, you can use the Audio feature to temporarily change the audio language (the language of the soundtrack). 1. During disc playback, press AUDIO on the remote (the audio language info banner appears). The current audio setting is shown as a code.
Playing Discs Using the Repeat Feature (DVDs and CDs) There are five repeat options: • Chapter – repeats the chapter that is playing • Title – repeats the title that is playing • Track – repeats the track that is playing • All – repeats entire disc •...
Playing mp3/WMA Files mp3/WMA is an audio file format which compresses recorded music. The main advantage of the mp3/WMA format is that CD-quality music tracks can be stored on a personal computer in user-friendly compressed files. 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. Insert the disc with mp3 or WMA files and close the tray. Depending on the recording, playback may begin automatically.
Connecting Game Controllers Some HD DVD discs include game software and drawing software. Your HD DVD player has two ports where you can connect two game controllers to play games. USB compatible controllers are required. Some disc functions may not work with all controllers.
Chapter 3 The Menu System Chapter Overview: • The Picture Menu • The Audio Menu • The Language Menu • The Ethernet Menu • The General Manu Changing Entertainment. Again. menu5.indd 31 3/8/06 4:49:58 PM...
The Menu System The Setup Menu The Setup menu lets you customize the settings of your HD DVD player. The various settings are described on the following pages. To change settings: SET UP MENU Picture Digital out SPDIF Audio Digital out HDMI...
4:3 Letterbox 16:9 Enhanced Black Level Black level refers to the quality of black in the picture. • Select On to display deeper, richer black. • Select Off to display softer black. Picture Mode There are two types of source content in video recorded on DVD video discs: film content (pictures recorded at 24 frames per second) and video content (video signals recorded at 30 frames per second).
The Menu System The Audio Menu Digital out SPDIF Use this option to select the output sound format when an audio device, such as an amplifier, is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM jack on your player. For details about output sound selection, see page 50. •...
Dynamic Range Control This option compresses the dynamic range (quietest sound to loudest sound) of a disc’s soundtrack. The Range Control feature evens out the volume by making loud sounds quieter and soft sounds louder. • When Dynamic range control is on, the difference between loud and soft noises is lessened. The sound is more even.
The Menu System Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Speaker Setting Use this option to select parameters for the analog 5.1 channel output. • Select when a 2 channel stereo system is connected to the player. • 5.1ch Select when a 5.1 channel surround system is connected to the player. When you select 5.1 ch, you can set the speaker sizes, distance to each speaker and the crossover frequency.
Front Left / Front Right Small: If the speaker cannot output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting. Large: If the speaker can output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting. Center / L Surround / R Surround Small: If the speaker cannot output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting. Large: If the speaker can output low frequency, select the appropriate Crossover Setting.
Note: The audio language will only be played in the language you choose if the disc was programmed with that language. Languages vary from disc to disc. On Screen Language This option lets you select a preferred language for the HD DVD player’s on-screen displays. You can choose between English, French and Japanese. The Ethernet Menu This menu offers options that are required in order to use the internet feature.
Lock is on, a password is required to watch movies with certain ratings (you can set which ratings require a password). When you use your HD DVD player for the first time, enter a 4-digit password using the number buttons and press OK. If you make a mistake, press the CLEAR button before pressing OK.
(including information on how to obtain updates on disc rather than using the Internet Connection feature of the player). If you do not have the player connected to the Internet, go to the RCA customer support section of the website for details on how to obtain updates on a disc, or if you don’t have Internet access, call RCA customer support.
Using an Internet connection Chapter Overview: • Before You Connect to the Internet • Connecting to the Internet • Internet Settings Changing Entertainment. Again. internet.indd 41 Chapter 4 3/8/06 5:05:54 PM...
Internet. You will also be able to download software updates for the player when available. You do not need to connect to a PC, you can connect directly from your HD DVD player. Requirements An always-on internet broadband internet connection is required to connect your HD DVD player to the Internet.
Using an Internet Connection Connecting to the Internet Category 5/CATS or better with an RJ 45 connector (not supplied) chapter 3 internet.indd 43 3/8/06 5:05:55 PM...
Using an Internet Connection DHCP DHCP IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway DNS Server Confirm Cancel DHCP DHCP IP Address Proxy Setting Subnet Mask Proxy Gateway Server Port DNS Server User Confirm Password ************ Cancel Cancel Proxy Setting Proxy Server Port User Password ************...
Clock Adjustment Setting 1. On the Ethernet menu, press the up/down buttons to select the NTP Server option, then press OK. 2. Select On or Off by pressing the up/down arrow buttons. Refer to the table below. 3. Select OK then press the OK button. Information on Internet Settings DHCP Network information will be automatically set.
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See the warranty on page 51 for details. other4.indd 48 Is the HD DVD player installed in a place with poor ventilation, or are its ventilation holes on the back covered? If the inside temperature raises, the HD DVD player turns itself off.
Product Registration: Please complete the online Product Registration on RCA.com/productregistration or complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
Other Information How state law relates to warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. • This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state. If you purchased your product outside the United States: This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information. Information on software updates • If you connect your HD DVD player to the internet, you can receive software updates if available. See page 42. • If you do not have an internet connection, you can get software updates on a disc. For information on how to get a disc with software updates, go to www.rca.com or call RCA customer suppott. other4.indd 52 chapter 5 3/9/06 3:49:22 PM...