RCA DRC300iH User Manual

User manual
DRC300iH
saFety Precautions
Caution Marking and rating plate was located at
WARNING: THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE
rear and bottom enclosure of the apparatus.
EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
CAUTION
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON
risK oF electric shocK
APPARATUS.
Do not oPen
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or
The lightning flash with an arrowhead
performance of procedures other than those
symbol, within the equilateral triangle,
specified may result in hazardous radiation
is intended to alert the user to the exposure.
presence of uninsulated "dangerous CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF
voltage" within the product's enclosure BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
that may be of sufficient magnitude to REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR
cause an electric shock. EQUIVALENT TYPE.
The exclamation point within the CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
DO NOT PLACE ANY HEATING OR COOKING
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
APPARATUS BENEATH THIS UNIT.
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
instructions in this user manual. MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT OF POWER OUTLET, THEN FULLY
CAUTION INSERT.
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COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
This product
The symbol for
contains a low
Class II (Double
Insulation) power laser device.
On Placement does cause harmful interference to radio or
• Do not use the unit in places that are television reception, which can be determined
extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid.
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
• The ventilation should not be impeded by is encouraged to try to correct the interference
covering the ventilation openings with items by one or more of the following measures:
such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
etc. – Increase the separation between the
On Safety equipment and receiver.
• When connecting or disconnecting the AC – Connect the equipment into an outlet on
power cord, grip the plug and not the cord a circuit different from that to which the
itself. Pulling the cord may damage it and receiver is connected.
create a hazard.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
• When you are not going to use the unit for TV technician for help.
a long period of time, disconnect the AC Warning: Changes or modifications to this
power cord. unit not expressly approved by the party
• No naked flame sources such as lighted responsible for compliance could void the
candles should be placed on the AC power
user's authority to operate the equipment.
cord and the unit.
• Leave a minimum of 10 cm around the Notes on Copyright
apparatus for ventilation. It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast,
• Attention should be drawn to the show, broadcast on cable, play in public, or
environmental aspects of battery disposal.
rent copyrighted material without permission.
• Use of apparatus in moderate climates. Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos.
On Condensation 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132;
• When left in a heated room where it is warm and 5,583,936 licensed for limited viewing
and damp, water droplets or condensation uses only.
may form inside the unit. When there is This product incorporates copyright protection
condensation inside the unit, the unit may technology that is protected by U.S. patents
not function normally. Let the unit stand for and other intellectual property rights. Use of
1 to 2 hours before turning the power on, or this copyright protection technology must be
gradually heat the room and let the unit dry
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended
before use. for home and other limited viewing uses only
Rating Plate Location unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
• The rating plate is located on the rear of Reverse engineering or disassembly is
unit. prohibited.
FCC Statements
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and WARNING:
found to comply with the limits for a Class • Should any trouble occur, disconnect the
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the AC power cord and refer servicing to a
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to qualified technician.
provide reasonable protection against harmful
• To be completely disconnected the
interference in a residential installation. apparatus from supply mains, the mains
This equipment generates, uses and can plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not from the mains socket outlet completely.
installed and used in accordance with the
• The mains plug of apparatus should not be
instructions, may cause harmful interference obstructed OR should be easily accessed
to radio communications. However, there is during intended use.
no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions. 11. Only use attachments/accessories
2. Keep these instructions. specified by the manufacturer.
3. Heed all warnings. 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
4. Follow all instructions. bracket, or table specified by the
5. Do not use this apparatus near water. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth. When a cart is used, use caution when
7. Do not block any of the ventilation moving the cart/apparatus combination
openings. Install in accordance with the to avoid injury from tip-over.
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
Portable Cart Warning
polarized or grounding - type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
wider than the other. A grounding type storms or when unused for long periods
plug has two blades and a third grounding of time.
prong. The wide blade or the third prong 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
is provided for your safety. When the personnel. Servicing is required when
provided plug does not fit into your AC the apparatus has been damaged in
power outlet, consult an electrician for any way, such as the AC power cord or
replacement of the obsolete outlet. plug is damaged, liquid has spilled or
10. Protect the AC power cord from being objects have fallen into the apparatus,
walked on or pinched particularly at the apparatus has been exposed to rain
plugs, convenience receptacles, and or moisture, does not operate normally,
the point where they exit from the or has been dropped.
apparatus.
Disc Formats
The unit can playback:
CD-R CD-RW
DVDs Audio CDs
[8cm/12cm disc] [8cm/12cm disc] Compatible
Region Management Information Title, Chapter and Tracks
This unit is designed and manufactured • DVDs are divided into "titles" and
to respond to the Region Management "chapters". If the disc has more than
Information that is encoded on DVDs. If the one movie on it, each movie would be a
region number printed on the DVD does not separate "title". "Chapters" are sections of
correspond to the region number of this unit, it titles.
cannot play that disc. • Audio CDs are divided into "tracks". A
"track" is usually one song on an Audio
The region number of this unit is 1. CD.
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
Note:
on some DVDs. Be sure to read the
Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track
documentation provided with the DVD.
on a disc. Most discs have these numbers
recorded on them, but some do not.
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
Notes on Unauthorized Discs
shown.
You may not be able to play some DVDs
Language selections for audio
on this unit, particularly if they were
purchased from outside your geographic
Language selections for subtitles
area or made for business purposes.
Screen aspect ratio
Multiple camera angles
Region code indicator
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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.
Remote Control (with batteries) ................................................................................. x 1
Audio/Video cable ...................................................................................................... x 1
Need more help?
Please visit online help at www.RCAav.com
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remote control
To Change Remote Batteries
Using the Remote Control
• Point the remote control at the REMOTE
SENSOR located on the unit. 1. Open the battery door.
• When using this unit in very bright light, the
infrared REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
may not work properly.
• The recommended operating range for
remote operation is about 16 feet (5
meters).
2. Insert two AAA size batteries.
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
WARNING:
for a long time, remove the batteries to
• Do not dispose of the battery in fire or it
avoid damage caused by battery leakage
may explode or leak.
corrosion.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive
• When discarding batteries, environmental
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
problems must be considered and local
rules or laws governing the disposal of
CAUTION:
these batteries must be strictly followed.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Do
replaced. Replace only with the same or
not mix ALKALINE, standard (CARBON-
equivalent type.
ZINC), or rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH,
etc.) batteries.
troubleshooting guiDe
SYMPTOM CAUSE (AND REMEDY)
No power. • Ensure the AC power cord is connected.
• The unit is not turned on.
The remote • Remove any obstacles between the remote and the unit
• Use the remote near the unit.
control does not
function. • Point the remote at the remote sensor on the unit.
• Replace the batteries in the remote with new one.
No sound or only • Make sure that you select ON mode.
a very low-level • The system is in pause mode. Press the PLAY button to return to
normal play mode.
sound is heard.
• 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.
No picture or • The region number of the disc doesn't match the region number of
abnormal color. 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.
No output on your • Check connection between HDMI TV and the unit.
• Replace the HDMI cable with a better one. Bad HDMI cable can
HDMI TV.
cause data lost.
• Press HDMI key on remote handset several times to toggle among
different HD OUTPUT.
Severe hum or • Check the connections.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly
noise is heard.
moistened with alcohol.
• Clean the disc.
The disc does not • There is no disc inside. ("No Disc" appears on the screen).
play. • 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.
The DVD door • Reset the unit, press the STANDBY/ON button to turn off the unit,
cannot open. wait for a few seconds, then restart the unit.
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.
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control reFerence guiDe
Remote Control
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1. OPEN/CLOSE Button
Press to open or close the disc tray. 2 16
2. STANDBY/ON Button
3
17
Press to turn on the unit or put it in
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18
standby mode
19
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3. AUDIO Button 6
20
Press to select one of the audio sound
7 21
tracks programmed on a DVD or to select
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the audio output mode on an audio CD.
4. ANGLE Button
9
22
Press to switch the camera angle of the
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video presentation when scenes with
11
multiple camera angles are recorded on 23
12
24
a DVD. 13
25
5. MEMORY Button
26
Press to create programs.
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6. DISPLAY Button 27
Press to change disc status information
displayed on the TV screen.
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28
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 return to the previous menu in
Press to confirm selections on a menu iPod/iPhone mode.
screen. 20. TITLE Button
9. CLEAR Button Press to open the title menu screen.
Clear input selections and cancel certain 21. MENU Button
playback functions. Press to open or close the DVD's menu.
Press to select iPod's "Remote UI mode" 22. HDMI Button
or "Extended Interface mode". Press once to view current HDMI output
10. PLAY Button resolution. Press repeatedly to change
Press to start playback. resolution (480P, 720P, 1080i, or
11. STOP Button 1080P).
Press to stop playback. 23. PAUSE Button
12. SEARCH Button Press to pause playback, frame
Fast reverse playback. advance.
13. REV Button 24. SEARCH Button
Press to move backwards through titles, Fast forward playback.
chapters or tracks on a disc. 25. NEXT Button
14. Number (0-9) Buttons Press to move forward through titles,
15. A-B REPEAT Button chapters or tracks on a disc.
Press to perform point-to-point repeat 26. SLOW Button
playback on a DVD or CD. Press to perform slow forward playback
16. SOURCE Button of DVDs.
Selects input sources. 27. GOTO Button
17. SUBTITLE Button Press to skip directly to a specific location
Press to select one of the subtitle on a DVD.
languages programmed on a DVD. 28. DISC REPEAT Button
18. ZOOM Button Press to repeat chapter or title of a DVD.
Zoom in an image. Press to repeat single track or whole
19. RETURN Button CD.
Press to return to the normal operation Press to repeat songs/albums from your
after using the SETUP button. iPod/iPhone.
Unit
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1. DISC TRAY 6. OPEN/CLOSE Button
Opens or closes the tray by pressing the Opens or closes the tray.
OPEN/CLOSE button. 7. PLAY Button
2. REMOTE SENSOR Starts or resumes playback of a disc.
Receives the remote control unit signals. 8. STOP Button
3. DISPLAY WINDOW Stop playing a disc.
Display units information. 9. iPod/iPhone dock door
4. Power Indicator Push once & slide out the iPod/iPhone
Indicator On: The unit is in standby mode. dock.
Indicator Off: The unit is turned on.
5. ON/STANDBY Button
Turn the unit on or put it in standby mode.
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10 11
To wall outlet
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10. COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT jack 14. COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack
11. HDMI OUT jack 15. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
12. S-VIDEO OUT jack (Y, Pb & Pr)
13. AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks
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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 connection methods listed below for connecting to your TV.
Method A (AV jacks) will give good picture quality. Method B (Component Video)
will give better picture quality. Method C (HDMI) will give best picture quality.
A. RCA AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS 2. Using a S-video cable (not included). S-Video
1. Using the red, white and yellow connection will give slightly better picture quality than a
on the AV cable (included), connect the standard (yellow RCA-type) AV connection.
VIDEO OUT and left/right AUDIO OUT If your TV has an S-Video connection, you
jacks on the unit to the VIDEO IN and left/ may prefer to use this connection.
right AUDIO IN jacks on your TV.
TV
TV
Audio cable
S-video
(red and white)
cable
AV cable
(included)
B. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (DVD)
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN TV
Some TVs or monitors are equipped with
component video inputs.
Using the red and white connection on an
audio cable (not included), connect the left/
right AUDIO OUT jacks on your unit to the
Component
left/right AUDIO IN jacks on your TV.
video cable
Audio cable
(green/blue/red)
Using a component video cable (not
(red and white)
included), connect the Y VIDEO OUT jack
(green plug) on your unit to the Y VIDEO IN
jack on your TV, the Pb VIDEO OUT jack
(blue plug) on your unit to the Pb VIDEO IN
jack on your TV and the Pr VIDEO OUT jack
(red plug) on your unit to the Pr VIDEO IN
jack on your TV to view the highest quality
picture playback.
C. CONNECTING TO A DISPLAY (Using an HDMI cable)
For TVs that support it, HDMI can provide • Press the HDMI button on the remote control
the best quality audio and video output to change output signals as below:
(depending on media source), and so is the
480P (progressive)
preferred connection type. The HDMI cable
720P (progressive)
incorporates both audio and video signals, so
1080i (interlace)
you will have just one cable running from the
1080P (progressive)
unit to your TV.
Notes:
Using an HDMI cable (not included), connect • Refer to your TV Owner's Manual to the
the HDMI OUT jack on your unit to the HDMI determine the maximum resolution your TV
IN jack on your TV or HDMI-compatible can support. If the picture quality or colors
display. on TV appear distorted, you may have set
the output resolution on the DVD player to
too high a value.
• 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
• Set the output resolution (using the HDMI
any connections.
button on the remote control) to match the
• If you have a HDMI (with HDCP) equipped
maximum resolution of your TV.
monitor or display, you can connect it to this
• When using HDMI connection to HDMI TV,
player using an HDMI cable.
please set the DIGITAL AUDIO under Audio
Setup menu to be PCM (STEREO).
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.
CONNECTING TO OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (AMPLIFIER or HOME THEATER)
A. ANALOG CONNECTION B. DIGITAL CONNECTION (preferred)
Using an audio cable (not included), connect Using a coaxial digital audio cable (not
the left/right AUDIO OUT jack on your unit to included), connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
the AUDIO IN jack on your other source. jack on your unit to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN
jack on your other source.
ANALOGUE CONNECTION
DIGITAL CONNECTION
Amplifier of
stereo system, etc.
Audio equipment with
digital audio input jack
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
Audio cable
(red and white)
Coaxial Digital
Audio cable
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.
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