Sylvania DVC865H Owner's Manual

Dvd/cd player with video cassette recorder
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Owner's Manual
Please read before using this unit.
DVD/CD Player with Video Cassette Recorder
DVC865H
If you need additional operating assistance
after reading this owner's manual, please call
TOLL FREE : 1-800-968-3429
or visit our Web site at
http://www.SylvaniaConsumerElectronics.com

Table of Contents

Laser Safety ................................................................................. 2
■ Important Safeguards ................................................................ 3
Location and Handling ................................................................. 4
Moisture Condensation Warning .................................................. 4
About Copyright ........................................................................... 4
Notice for Progressive Scan Outputs ........................................... 4
Symbols Used in This Manual ..................................................... 4
Maintenance ................................................................................. 4
■ About Video Cassettes and Discs ............................................ 5
Playable Video Cassettes ............................................................ 5
Playable Discs ............................................................................. 5
Unplayable Discs ......................................................................... 5
■ Connections ................................................................................ 6
Connection to a TV ...................................................................... 6
Connection to an Audio System .................................................. 7
Connection to a Satellite or Cable Box ........................................ 7
■ Preparation for Use .................................................................... 8
Turning on Unit for the First Time ................................................ 8
Clock Setup .................................................................................. 8
■ Function Overview ..................................................................... 9
Front Panel Indicator Lights ......................................................... 9
Selecting DVD or VCR Operation ................................................ 9
Front & Rear Terminals................................................................ 9
Remote Control ........................................................................... 10
■ Playback ..................................................................................... 11
■ Other Operations ....................................................................... 11
Index Search ............................................................................... 11
Time Search ................................................................................ 11
Auto Repeat ................................................................................ 12
Basic TV Connection
(Back of DVD/VCR)
DVD
DVD/VCR
VCR
DIGITAL
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
OUT
OUT
Y
L
L
L
C
R
R
B
COAXIAL
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
R
C
R
3
Please refer to "Connections" on page 6.
Connect
DVD/VCR
VCR
AUDIO OUT
L
ANT-IN
R
ANT-OUT
VIDEO OUT
Supplied Accessories
Remote control
(NB606UD / NB656UD)
with two AA batteries
Audio/Video cables
(WPZ0102TM015 /
WPZ0102LTE01)
■ Recording ................................................................................... 12
Recording & OTR (One Touch Recording) ................................. 12
Timer Recording ......................................................................... 12
Hints for OTR and Timer Recording ........................................... 13
Satellite Link ................................................................................ 14
Copying a Videotape ................................................................... 14
■ Playback ..................................................................................... 15
■ MP3 Playback ............................................................................. 16
■ On-Screen Display ..................................................................... 16
■ Search Functions ...................................................................... 17
Using Track Search .................................................................... 17
Using Title / Chapter Search ....................................................... 17
Using Time Search ..................................................................... 17
Marker Setup .............................................................................. 17
■ Repeat / Random / Programmed Playback ............................. 18
Repeat Playback / Repeat A-B Playback ................................... 18
Random Playback / Programmed Playback ............................... 18
■ Special Settings ......................................................................... 19
Subtitle Language / Audio Language .......................................... 19
Camera Angle / Black Level Setting ........................................... 19
Stereo Sound Mode / Virtual Surround ....................................... 19
■ DVD Setup ................................................................................. 20
LANGUAGE Setting .................................................................... 20
DISPLAY Setting ......................................................................... 21
AUDIO Setting ............................................................................ 21
PARENTAL Setting ..................................................................... 22
OTHERS Settings ....................................................................... 22
■ Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................. 23
■ Specifications ............................................................................ 24
■ Limited Warranty ....................................................................... 24
■ Español ....................................................................................... 25
■ Quick Use Guide ........................................................................ 27
(Back of TV)
AUDIO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
L
VIDEO IN
R
VIDEO IN
INSTRUCCIONES EN
ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS.
Owner's Manual
(1VMN23354)
Owner's Manual
2
AC
outlets
Plug in
From DVD/VCR
From TV

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual Please read before using this unit. DVD/CD Player with Video Cassette Recorder INSTRUCCIONES EN DVC865H ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS. Supplied Accessories Remote control (NB606UD / NB656UD) with two AA batteries Audio/Video cables Owner’s Manual (WPZ0102TM015 / (1VMN23354) If you need additional operating assistance WPZ0102LTE01) after reading this owner’s manual, please call Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2: Precautions

    Precautions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning fl ash with arrowhead symbol, within CAUTION an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK voltage”...
  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instruc- 12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should tions should be read before the appliance is operated. be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or 2.
  • Page 4: Location And Handling

    Location and Handling Symbols Used in This Manual • Do not stand this unit up vertically. Install this unit in a The following symbols appear in some headings in this manual. horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on : Description refers to playback or recording of top of this unit.
  • Page 5: About Video Cassettes And Discs

    About Video Cassettes and Discs Playable Video Cassettes Use only cassettes marked with this unit. Playable Discs Playable Recorded Mark (logo) Region code Disc size Disc types discs signals DVD-Video *1, 2, 3, 5, 9 DVD-RW Example 12 cm Title 1 Title 2 DVD-R Digital video...
  • Page 6: Setup

    Setup Connections Connection to a TV Please refer to “Basic TV Connection” on the front page before you use this unit. VCR and Basic DVD Connection Available for DVD only DVD’s Picture quality Basic Audio Basic Picture Good Picture Best Picture AUDIO IN COMPONENT S-VIDEO IN...
  • Page 7: Connection To An Audio System

    Connection to an Audio System Playing 2 Channel Audio Playing Dolby Digital (5.1 channel audio) Audio Dolby Digital decoder, Stereo system MD deck or DAT deck Digital audio Analog audio COAXIAL input jack input jacks Audio cable Audio Coaxial Digital cable (included) (not included) DVD/VCR...
  • Page 8: Preparation For Use

    Preparation for Use Turning on Unit for the First Time Clock Setup Please note: most instructions in this manual refer to remote control use. Be sure your TV’s input is set to VIDEO (name may Press [SETUP] and select “CLOCK SET”. - M E N U - Then press [B] to go to next step.
  • Page 9: Function Overview

    Function Overview Front Panel Indicator Lights Lights up when the progressive scan system is activated. Lights up when the inserted disc is being played back. Lights up during a recording. Blinks when an unacceptable Lights up when this unit Blinks when a recording is paused. disc is inserted.
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Remote Control DVD mode VCR mode Disc/Tape Button POWER OPEN/CLOSE SPEED T-SET (Alphabetical order) • To select chapter or title • To select track directly. TRACKING directly. • To search forward/backward CLEAR/ INPUT C. RESET SELECT through a disc. • To search forward/backward •...
  • Page 11: Vcr Functions

    VCR Functions Playback Before: Turn on the TV. Hint • When a tape without a POWER OPEN/CLOSE record tab is inserted, SPEED T-SET the unit will start Insert a video To start playback playback automatically. cassette into this unit. TRACKING •...
  • Page 12: Auto Repeat

    Auto Repeat When Auto Repeat is on, the tape will automatically rewind and start over when it reaches the end. This will continue until Auto Repeat is turned off. Press [B] for Press [SETUP], and choose - M E N U - - M E N U - “AUTO REPEAT”, “ON”...
  • Page 13: Hints For Otr And Timer Recording

    Select “ONCE”, “DAILY” (Mon-Fri), or “WEEKLY”. Select recording speed, ONE TIME PROGRAM PROGRAM NUMBER 1 PROGRAM NUMBER 1 Then press [B] to go to next step. then press [CLEAR/C.RESET]. B ONCE DATE 1 0 / 2 3 MON DAILY START TIME 0 7 : 3 0 PM WEEKLY TIME 0 8 : 3 0 PM CLEAR/...
  • Page 14: Satellite Link

    Satellite Link You can set the unit to start recording whenever it detects a video signal from the external tuner. Preparing for the Satellite Link Timer Recording: Preparation on the tuner External tuner • Satellite Link accepts only the connection from L1 (rear) with Satellite Box / Cable Box. (not included) (The connection from L2 cannot read any signals from the Satellite Box / Cable Box.) •...
  • Page 15: Dvd Functions

    DVD Functions Playback Before: Turn on the TV, amplifier and any other components which are POWER OPEN/CLOSE SPEED T-SET connected to this unit. Make sure the OPEN/CLOSE TV and audio receiver (commercially TRACKING available) are set to the correct channel. OUTPUT POWER PROGRESSIVE SCAN...
  • Page 16: Mp3 Playback

    MP3 Playback MP3 is a method of compressing files. You can copy MP3 files on CD-R/RWs from the computer and play the files on this unit. Hint • Some selections may take a while to be recognized. Insert an MP3-format disc, the file list will automatically appear [TOP MENU] •...
  • Page 17: Search Functions

    Search Functions SEARCH MODE does not work during Programmed or Random Playback. Using Track Search Using Time Search Press [SEARCH MODE]. Press [SEARCH MODE] repeatedly until the Time Search display appears. SEARCH SEARCH 1:29:00 TOTAL MODE MODE PLAY Select track number by using the Number buttons within 30 seconds. Select a desired disc time by using the Number buttons within 30 seconds.
  • Page 18: Repeat / Random / Programmed Playback

    Repeat / Random / Programmed Playback Repeat Playback Random Playback Repeat function is available only during playback. This function shuffles the playing order of tracks instead of playback in sequence. Press [REPEAT] during playback. Press [MODE] twice. RANDOM REPEAT CD-DA TOTAL 0:45:55 PLAY MODE...
  • Page 19: Special Settings

    Special Settings Subtitle Language Camera Angle This unit allows you to select a subtitle language (if available) Some DVD discs may contain scenes which have during DVD playback. been shot simultaneously from various angles. You can change the camera angle if the angle Press [SUBTITLE] during playback.
  • Page 20: Dvd Setup

    DVD Setup QUICK SETUP Menu You can select the “PLAYER MENU”, “TV ASPECT”, “PROGRESSIVE” or “DOLBY DIGITAL” from the QUICK SETUP menu quickly. Press [SETUP] in the stop mode. Select the desired item. SETUP STOP SETUP QUICK ENTER <SETUP MENU> Step 5 PLAYER MENU ENGLISH...
  • Page 21: Display Setting

    DISPLAY Setting You can change the display functions. Follow steps 1 to 3 in the “CUSTOM Menu” section on page 20. Select the desired item. To exit the TV ASPECT or TV ASPECT: QUICK STILL MODE screen (Default: 4:3 LETTER BOX) Select the SETUP See Hint on the right.
  • Page 22: Parental Setting

    PARENTAL Setting This feature prevents unit from playing material inappropriate for children. Parental Levels Parental Level allows you to set the rating levels of your DVD discs. Playback will stop if the ratings exceed the levels you set. Follow steps 1 to 3 in the “CUSTOM Menu” section on page 20. Select “PARENTAL Select the desired Enter your desired four-digit...
  • Page 23: Reset To The Default Setting (Except For Parental Setting)

    Reset to the Default Setting (Except for PARENTAL Setting) Press [SETUP] in the Select “INITIALIZE”. Select “YES”. To exit the menu stop mode. SETUP SETUP ENTER ENTER STOP <SETUP MENU> Press Hint twice. SETUP SETUP INITIALIZE SETUP • When you do not QUICK Initialize? QUICK...
  • Page 24: Specifications

    Approx 5.8lbs (2.6kg) ?? W (standby: ?.?W) LIMITED WARRANTY FUNAI CORP. will repair this product, free of charge in the USA in the event OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND OF ALL of defect in materials or workmanship as follows:...
  • Page 25: Español

    Español Conexiones Ajuste del reloj Consulte la “Basic TV Connection” en la página delantera antes de utilizar esta unidad. Pulse [SETUP] para seleccionar “AJUSTE DE RELOJ”. A continuación, pulse [B] para ir al siguiente paso. Instalación de las pilas del control remoto - M E N U - PROGRAMAR SETUP...
  • Page 26: Control Remoto

    Español Modo DVD Mode de grabadora de video Reproducción de la Disco/cinta Botón grabadora de vídeo (Orden alfavético) Antes: Encienda el televisor. • Para seleccionar directamente • Para seleccionar directamente el capítulo o el título. la canción. • Para buscar en avance/ retroceso en un disco.
  • Page 27: Quick Use Guide

    Quick Use Guide Clock Setup Connections Please refer to “Basic TV Connection” on the front page before you use this unit. Press [SETUP] and select “CLOCK SET“. - M E N U - Then press [B] to go to next step. TIMER PROGRAMMING Installing the Batteries for the Remote Control SATELLITE LINK...
  • Page 28: Vcr Playback

    Quick Use Guide DVD mode VCR mode VCR Playback Disc/Tape Button Before: Turn on the TV. (Alphabetical order) • To select chapter or title • To select track directly. directly. • To search forward/backward Insert a video To start through a disc. •...

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