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Magnavox MRD130 User Manual

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MRD130
DVD VIDEO HOME THEATER SYSTEM
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  • Page 1 Magnavox. Need help fast? Read your Quick Use Guide and/or Owner's Manual first for quick tips that make using your Magnavox product more enjoyable. If you have read your instructions and still need assistance, you may access our online help at www.magnavox.com...
  • Page 2 Return your Product Registration Card today to get the very most from your purchase. Registering your model with MAGNAVOX makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don't miss out. Complete and return your Product Registration Card at once to ensure:...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer´s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that...

  • Page 4: Important Note

    SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p AND 625p DVD PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.’ Class II equipment symbol This symbol indicates that the unit has...
  • Page 5 Index English ----------------------------------------- 8 Français -------------------------------------- 41 Español -------------------------------------- 77 8239 300 30551...
  • Page 6 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    General Information Supplied accessories ... 8 Care and safety information ... 8 Connections Step 1: Placing the speakers and subwoofer .. 9 Step 2: Connecting TV ... 10 Using Composite Video jack ... 10 Using Component Video jack (Y Pb Pr) .. 10 Using S-Video jack ...

  • Page 8: General Information

    General Information Supplied accessories Composite video cable (yellow) Audio cable (white, red) FM wire antenna AM loop antenna Remote Control and two AA batteries Care and safety information Avoid high temperatures, moisture, water and dust – Do not expose the system, batteries or discs to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat (caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.) Always...

  • Page 9: Connections

    Step 1: Placing the speakers and subwoofer Front Speaker (Left) Rear Speaker (Left) For best possible surround sound, all the speakers (except subwoofer) should be placed at the same distance from the listening position. Place the front left and right speakers at equal distances from the TV and at an angle of approximately 45 degrees from the listening position.

  • Page 10: Step 2: Connecting Tv

    Connections Step 2: Connecting TV Option 1 IMPORTANT! – You only need to make one video connection from the following options, depending on the capabilities of your TV. – Connect the DVD system directly to the TV. Using Composite Video jack Use the supplied composite video cable (yellow) to connect the DVD system’s VIDEO OUT jack to the video input...

  • Page 11: Using S-Video Jack

    Option 3 IMPORTANT! If S-Video is used for DVD playback connection, the system’s VIDEO OUT setting will need to be changed accordingly. Using S-Video jack Use an S-video cable (not supplied) to connect the DVD system’s S-VIDEO OUT jack to the S-Video input jack (or labeled as Y/ C or S-VHS) on the TV.

  • Page 12: Step 3: Connecting Speakers And Subwoofer

    Connections Step 3: Connecting speakers and subwoofer Front Speaker Front Speaker (Right) FRONT R REAR R Rear Speaker Rear Speaker (Right) Connect the supplied speaker systems using the fixed speaker cables by matching the colors of the jacks and speaker cables. Helpful Hint: –...

  • Page 13: Step 4: Connecting Fm/Am Antennas

    Step 4: Connecting FM/AM antennas fix the claw into the slot antenna ➠ Connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the AM jack. Place the AM loop antenna on a shelf or attach it to a stand or wall. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM (75Ω) jack.

  • Page 14: Connections (Optional)

    Connections (optional) Connecting a VCR or Cable/Satellite Box VCR or Cable/ Satellite Box Viewing and listening to the playback Connect the VCR or Cable /Satellite Box to the TV as shown. Connect the DVD system’s AUDIO IN- AUX jacks to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR or cable/satellite box.

  • Page 15: Functional Overview

    Main unit and remote control 1 STANDBY ON – Switches to standby mode or turns on the system. 2 Disc tray 3 OPEN /CLOSE 0 (DISC mode only) – Opens/ Closes the disc tray. 4 System display panel 5 ÉÅ PLAY/PAUSE –...

  • Page 16: Control Buttons Available On The Remote Only

    Functional Overview Control buttons available on the remote only @ Numeric Keypad (0-9) – Enters a track/title number of the disc. – Enters a number of a preset radio station. # SOUND – Selects a sound effect. $ SURROUND – Selects multichannel surround (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Pro Logic II) or stereo mode.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Step 1: Inserting batteries into the remote control Open the battery compartment. Insert two batteries type R06 or AA, following the indications (+-) inside the compartment. Close the cover. Using the remote control to operate the system Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor (iR) on the front panel.

  • Page 18: Selecting The Color System That Corresponds To Your Tv

    TIPS: To exit the menu, press SYSTEM MENU. Setting the TV shape Set the aspect ratio of the DVD Player according to the TV you have connected. The format you select must be available on the disc. If it is not, the setting for TV display will not affect the picture during playback.

  • Page 19: Step 3: Setting The Speakers

    Step 3: Setting the speakers You can adjust the delay time (center and rear speakers only) and volume level for individual speakers. These adjustments let you optimize the sound according to your surroundings and setup. Test Tone - Turning on/off If you have turned on the test tone, the test signal will be automatically generated to help you judge the sound level of each...

  • Page 20: Step 4: Setting Language Preferences

    Getting Started Step 4: Setting language preferences You can select your preferred language settings so that this DVD system will automatically switch to the language for you whenever you load a disc. If the language selected is not available on the disc, the disc’s default setting language will be used instead.

  • Page 21: Progressive Scan

    Progressive Scan The progressive scan produces 60 complete frames per second, rather than 30 frames per second of interlaced scanning (normal TV system). With nearly double the number of lines, progressive scan offers higher picture resolution, eliminates bothersome motion artifacts and jaggier edges on moving objects.

  • Page 22: Disc Operations

    Disc Operations IMPORTANT! – If the inhibit icon (or X) appears on the TV screen when a button is pressed, it means the function is not available on the current disc or at the current time. – DVD discs and players are designed with regional restrictions.

  • Page 23: Using The Disc Menu

    Using the Disc Menu Depending on the disc, a menu may appear on the TV screen once you load in the disc. To select a playback feature or item Use the 1 2 3 4 keys or numeric keypad (0-9) on the remote, then press OK to start playback.

  • Page 24: Display Function

    Disc Operations Display function While playing a disc, press DISPLAY to view the information of the playing disc. TITLE ELAPSED ™ TITLE REMAIN ™ CHAPTER ELAPSED ™ TOTAL REMAIN ™ OFF VCD (PBC off)/SVCD/CD SINGLE ELAPSED ™ SINGLE REMAIN ™ TOTAL ELAPSED ™ OFF CHAPTER ELAPSED ™...

  • Page 25: Program Favorite Tracks (Audio Cds And Vcds)

    Program favorite tracks (audio CDs and VCDs) You can play the contents of the disc in the order you want by programming the order of the tracks to be played. Up to 99 tracks can be stored. Stop playback, then press PROG on the front panel to enter program mode.

  • Page 26: Playing Mp3/Picture Disc (Kodak, Jpeg)

    Disc Operations Playing MP3/Picture disc (Kodak, JPEG) IMPORTANT! You have to turn on your TV and set to the correct Video In channel. (See page 17 “Setting the TV”.) MP3/ JPEG picture disc Load an MP3/JPEG picture disc. ➜ The disc reading time may exceed 30 seconds due to the complexity of the directory/ file configuration.

  • Page 27: Dvd Setup Menu Options

    Using the menu bar You can continue a number of operations directly via the multiple menu bars on the TV screen without interrupting the disc playback. The exception is when you enter (SETUP MENU), after which the playback will pause. In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU.

  • Page 28: Using The Setup Menu

    DVD Setup Menu Options Using the Setup Menu This DVD setup is carried out via the TV, enabling you to customize the DVD system to suit your particular requirements. In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. ➜ Playback will pause. Highlight icon and press 4 to enter the setup menu.

  • Page 29: Screen Saver - Turning On/Off

    Screen Saver - turning on/off The screen saver will help to prevent your TV display device from getting damaged. Follow the steps of “Using the Setup Menu” and select : > CR SAVER Select this to disable the screen saver function.

  • Page 30: Night Mode - Turning On/Off

    DVD Setup Menu Options Night mode – turning on/off When the night mode is activated, the high volume outputs will be softened and low volume outputs will be brought upward to an audible level. It is useful for watching your favorite action movie without disturbing others at night.

  • Page 31: Restricting Playback By Parental Control

    Restricting playback by Parental Control Some DVDs may have a parental level assigned to the complete disc or to certain scenes on the disc. This feature lets you set a playback limitation level. The rating levels are from 1 to 8 and are country dependent.

  • Page 32: Changing The Password

    DVD Setup Menu Options Changing the password You can change the four-digit password used for Parental Control. Enter your four-digit password to play a prohibited disc or if prompted for a password. The default password is ‘1234.’ In disc mode, press SYSTEM MENU. ➜...

  • Page 33: Tuner Operations

    IMPORTANT! Make sure the FM and AM antennas are connected. Tuning to radio stations Press TUNER on the remote (or press SOURCE control on front panel) to select “FM” or “AM.” Press and hold S / T on the remote until the frequency indication starts to change, then release.

  • Page 34: Other Functions

    Other Functions Sound Control IMPORTANT! For proper surround sound, make sure the speakers and subwoofer are connected (see page 12.) Selecting surround sound Press SURROUND to select surround or stereo mode. ➜ The availability of the various surround sound modes depends on the number of speakers used and the sound available on the disc.

  • Page 35: Using The Remote To Operate 'Philips' Television

    Using the remote to operate ‘Philips’ television Press TV. Press S / T or use the numeric keypad (0-9) to select the TV’s channel. Press TV VOL +/- to adjust the TV’s volume level. Press B to turn off your TV. Helpful Hint: –...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING Under no circumstances should you try to repair the system yourself, as this will invalidate the warranty. Do not open the system as there is a risk of electric shock. If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the system for repair.
  • Page 37 Problem The DVD player does not start playback. There is no sound from the center and rear speakers. Radio reception is poor. The remote control does not function properly. Progressive Scan. Troubleshooting Solution – Insert a readable disc with the playback side facing down.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Total output power - Home Theater mode 200 W - FTC 120 W Front 20 W FTC Rear 20 W FTC Center 20 W FTC Subwoofer 20 W FTC Frequency Response 180 Hz – 14 kHz / ±3 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio >...

  • Page 39: Glossary

    This system can convert the interlaced video from DVD into progressive format when the DVD Player is connected to a Progressive Scan TV. It dramatically increases the vertical resolution and provides the best picture.

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    When it is necessary for you to ship the product to Magnavox for exchange, you will pay the shipping cost for shipment to Magnavox. Magnavox will pay the shipping costs when returning a product to you.

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