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Accessories provided ................................................ 2
Front panel controls ................................................. 3
Front Panel Display ................................................... 3
Connecting the antenna .......................................... 4
Magnetic shielding ......................................................... 5
Positioning speakers ....................................................... 5
Connecting the speakers ............................................... 5
Front Speaker Placement .............................................. 6
Preferred surround placement .................................... 6
Test Tone / Channel balance ........................................ 7
Remote control functions in TV mode ...................... 9
Compatible discs ..................................................... 10
Compatible formats ................................................ 10
Regional coding ...................................................... 10
Operating the DVD receiver ................................... 10
Description of the various menus ......................... 10
Basic Playback Operations ...................................... 11
Playback ........................................................................... 11
Accelerated play ............................................................ 11
Pause ................................................................................ 11
Frame advance ............................................................... 11
Variable slow motion ................................................... 11
Changing chapter/track .............................................. 11
Zoom ................................................................................. 11
Compatible Memory Cards ..................................... 12
Reading Memory Cards .......................................... 12
Using Auto-Detect ....................................................... 12
Using the Info Menu .............................................. 13
Time display ................................................................... 14
Subtitles (DVD) ............................................................. 14
Audio (DVD,VCD) .......................................................... 14
Play mode (all discs) .................................................... 15
Bookmark (DVD and audio CD) ................................ 15
Camera angle (DVD) .................................................... 16
PBC - PlayBack Control (VCD) .................................. 16
Sleep ................................................................................ 16
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Manual tuning ........................................................ 19
Storing radio stations ............................................ 19
Retrieving preset stations ...................................... 19
Using the player menus .......................................... 20
Playmode Selection ................................................ 20
Standard ......................................................................... 20
AutoDetect ..................................................................... 20
IntroScan (Audio CD only) .......................................... 21
Parental Control Settings ....................................... 21
Lock Player ...................................................................... 21
Change Password .......................................................... 21
Rated Titles ..................................................................... 21
Unrated Titles ................................................................. 21
Display Settings ...................................................... 22
TV Image ......................................................................... 22
Front Display ................................................................. 22
Black level ...................................................................... 22
Progressive Scan ........................................................... 22
Sound Settings ........................................................ 23
Night Mode .................................................................... 23
Distance .......................................................................... 23
Test tone ......................................................................... 23
Downmix ........................................................................ 23
Language settings ................................................... 24
Player Menus ................................................................. 24
Disc Menus .................................................................... 24
Audio ............................................................................... 24
Subtitles .......................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 25
Precautions .............................................................. 26
Use ................................................................................... 26
Cleaning .......................................................................... 26
Handling and caring for discs .................................. 26
Disc Formats you can play ..................................... 27
DVD-Video ...................................................................... 27
DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW ........................ 27
VCD - Video Compact Disc ........................................ 27
SVCD - Super Video Compact Disc ......................... 27
Audio CDs ....................................................................... 27
CD-R, CD-RW ................................................................ 27
mp3 files ......................................................................... 27
JPEG files ........................................................................ 27
Kodak Picture CDs ........................................................ 27
Sound Enhancement Systems ................................ 28
Dolby Pro Logic II ......................................................... 28
Dolby Digital .................................................................. 28
Limited Warranty .......................................... 28
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Connections and Setup Using the Radio Things to consider before you connect ....2 Manual tuning ............19 Accessories provided ..........2 Storing radio stations ..........19 Front panel controls ..........3 Retrieving preset stations ........19 Front Panel Display ...........

  • Page 2: Connections And Setup

    Connections and Setup Things to consider before you connect • Ensure that the mains supply in your house complies with that indicated on the identification sticker located on the back of your unit. • Install your unit horizontally, away from any source of heat (fireplace) or appliances creating strong magnetic or electric fields.

  • Page 3: Front Panel Controls

    Connections and Setup Front panel controls D V D H o m e T h e a t r e S y s t e m R T D 1 7 0 VOLUME ON/STANDBY SOURCE SUBWOOFER SD/MMC/SMC/MS CARD C O M P A C T F L A S H C A R D ON/STANDBY - Switch the unit on and off.

  • Page 4: Connecting To Audiovisual Equipment

    Connections and Setup Connecting to audiovisual equipment COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO OUT Note: Use only one of the connection methods shown above for each device. AUDIO IN L (left) and AUDIO IN R (right) jacks (AUX 1 and AUX 2) These are analog audio output jacks. The AUDIO L jack and cable are white, while the AUDIO R jack and cable are red.

  • Page 5: Magnetic Shielding

    Connections and Setup Connecting the speakers Six speakers are provided with the unit (2 front, 1 center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). To achieve good surround effects, all six speakers need to be connected to the receiver. One speaker wire is provided for each speaker connection. Speaker wires are color-coded to match the terminals.

  • Page 6: Front Speaker Placement

    Connections and Setup Front Speaker Placement Follow the suggestions for speaker placement below to get the best results. Alignment Align the center speaker evenly with (A) or slightly behind (B) (the left and right speakers), but not ahead of them. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Angle Place the left and right speakers to form a 45-degree angle with...

  • Page 7: Test Tone / Channel Balance

    Connections and Setup No adjacent walls Surround speakers can go on stands facing each other to approximate sidewall mounting (A), or to the sides or rear of the viewing area, aimed upwards; they can go right on the floor, or preferably, a few feet off the floor such as on end tables (B).

  • Page 8: The Remote Control

    The Remote Control The remote control Navigating through menus Use the direction buttons to navigate through the menus. Press the OK button on the remote control to confirm your selection. Remote Control functions in DVD/CD mode Switches the unit on and off. ON OFF DVD•CD DVD•CD Selects the DVD player.

  • Page 9: Remote Control Functions In Tuner Mode

    The Remote Control Remote control functions in Tuner mode Remote control functions in TV mode TUNER Selects the tuner. Note: The buttons described below operate as specified, provided that the function is available on the television. +/- Adjusts the sound volume. TV Selects the TV.

  • Page 10: Playing Discs - Basic Functions

    Playing Discs – Basic Functions Compatible discs • DVD • DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW • CD • CD-R, CD-RW. Compatible formats • DVD, VCD (Video Compact Disc), SVCD (Super Video Compact Disc), JPEG • CD, mp3, CD Kodak Picture. See page 26 for more information about discs and compatible formats. Regional coding Your DVD player has been designed to process regional management information stored on DVD discs.

  • Page 11: Basic Playback Operations

    Playing Discs – Basic Functions Basic Playback Operations Playback Switch the DVD player and the TV set on. 1. Press the button on the front of the player to open the disc tray. 2. Put the disc in with the printed side up (in the case of a single-sided disc). 3.

  • Page 12: Using Memory Cards

    Using Memory Cards Your receiver has two memory card slots. You can transfer information (jpeg or mp3 files) from your memory cards to the receiver and display the pictures on screen or play the mp3 files. The upper slot can read different formats; the lower slot is for Compact Flash Cards. Compatible Memory Cards •...

  • Page 13: The Info Menu

    The Info Menu Using the Info Menu Press the INFO button on the remote while a disc is playing to display the Info menu. Use the right/left arrow buttons on the remote to select an icon. Use the up/down buttons to scroll through the options. When the option you want is highlighted, press OK to select it.

  • Page 14: Time Display

    The Info Menu Time Display 01:49:37 To access the Time Display, press the INFO button on the remote. Use the left/ right arrow buttons to select the Time display icon. Press the up/down buttons repeatedly to display: DVD: Chapter elapsed time, Chapter remaining time, Title elapsed time and Title remaining time.

  • Page 15: Play Mode (All Discs)

    The Info Menu Play mode (all discs) Note: For mp3 play modes, please refer to page 16. 1. While the disc is playing, press the INFO button. 2. Select the Play mode icon using the left/right arrow buttons, or press the PLAY MODE button on the remote control.

  • Page 16: Camera Angle (Dvd)

    The Info Menu Camera Angle (DVD) 1 o f 3 Some discs offer different camera angles for specific scenes. 1. To change the camera angle, press the ANGLE button on the remote or press the INFO button and select the Camera angle icon with the left/right buttons.

  • Page 17: Mp3 Files And Jpeg Files

    mp3 Files and JPEG Files Playing mp3 Files or Displaying JPEG Files mp3 is an audio file format which compresses recorded music. The main advantage of the mp3 format is that CD-quality music tracks can be stored on a personal computer in user-friendly compressed files.
  • Page 18 mp3 Files and JPEG Files Playing JPEG and mp3 Music Files at the Same Time You can display JPEG files while listening to mp3 music files recorded on the same disc. 1. Insert the disc containing the two types of files in the player. 2.

  • Page 19: Using The Radio

    Using the Radio The unit has a built-in tuner for FM radio Automatic preset programming function. 1. Press the TUNER button on the remote control to select TUNER mode. Manual Tuning 2. Press and hold TUNER for 3 seconds to start 1.

  • Page 20: Using The Player Menus

    Player Menus Using the Player Menus The player’s main menu is displayed when there is no disc in the player or when playback has been stopped by pressing the STOP button. Select a menu option using the arrow buttons. Press OK to select.

  • Page 21: Introscan (Audio Cd Only)

    Player Menus IntroScan (Audio CD only) This option plays the first ten seconds of each track. Press OK to start IntroScan, press STOP to stop it and PLAY to continue playing the current track. Parental Control Settings You can control access to the player and the type of discs your family can watch with the lock function.

  • Page 22: Display Settings

    Player Menus Display settings Play Play Mode 1. Select the Display option in the main menu using Parental Control TV Image standar d the up/down arrow buttons and press OK. Display Front displa y Sound Black level 2. Select an option using the left/right arrow buttons Normal Languages PAL/NTS C...

  • Page 23: Sound Settings

    Player Menus Sound settings Play Play Mode Night Mode You can adapt your player to other equipment and Parental Control Distance access specific functions with the Sound menu. Display Test Tone Sound 1. Select the Sound option in the main menu using the Downmix Languages up/down arrow buttons and press OK.

  • Page 24: Language Settings

    Player Menus Language settings Play Play Mode With this menu, you can set the language for player English Player Menus Parental Control menus, dialog, subtitles and the disc menus. English Display Disc Menus Sound Audio English If you chose “English” during initial set-up, any menus Languages Subtitle s generated by the disc are in English, and so is the...

  • Page 25: Additional Information

    Additional Information Troubleshooting The unit does not switch on. • Make sure it is plugged in. • Press the button on the remote control or the ON/STANDBY button on the front of the unit. The device switches off spontaneously. • The device switches off automatically when it is in STOP mode for more than 30 minutes without any user intervention.

  • Page 26: Precautions

    Additional Information Additional Information Precautions • If your unit has been stored in a cool place for any length of time, during a journey for example, wait for about 2 hours before using it. • The openings located on the top and bottom are for ventilation and must not be obstructed. •...

  • Page 27: Disc Formats You Can Play

    Additional Information Disc Formats you can play In order to ensure playback, discs must conform with DVD, CD, VCD or SVCD standards. This unit may not play some recordings or files due to differences in recording formats, software used & Disc types. mp3 files DVD-Video Digital video discs - 12 cm and 8 cm, single or...

  • Page 28: Sound Enhancement Systems

    Additional Information Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Pro Logic II The Pro Logic II mode uses the built-in circuit to steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround left and right channel audio signals and uses all five speakers to play both stereo and Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as TV and VCR.
  • Page 29 Product Registration: • Please complete and the online Product Registration on RCA.com/productregistration or complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
  • Page 30 Visit the RCA website at www.rca.com Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. Thomson Inc. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©2005 Thomson Inc.

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