RCA DRC8005N manual Playback Problems, Insert a disc with the label side facing up

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Chapter 6: Additional Information

Playback Problems

Disc won’t play

Insert a disc with the label side facing up.

Check the type of disc you put into the player.This player only plays DVD video discs,Video CDs, audio CDs, and CDs with true mp3 files

and/or JPEG files. mp3 files that have been converted to MPX files (or similar types of files) won’t be recognized by your DVD Recorder.

Both the DVD Recorder and the disc are coded by region. If the regional codes don’t match, the disc cannot be played.This player is Region No. 1. Region coding isn’t applicable to discs you use to record (DVD+R and DVD+RW).

Press STOP (the main menu appears). Check the PROG SCAN switch on the back of the unit to make sure it is in the OFF position.Try playing the disc again.

If you’re playing a Multisession CD, you might not have closed the session before ejecting it from your computer. Close the session and try the disc again.

If you’re trying to play a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc you recorded in this DVD Recorder in another DVD player, the DVD player may not support DVD+R or DVD+RW discs. Also, if it is a DVD+R disc make sure you finalize it (p. 41).

If it’s a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc, check the setting in the Parental Controls menu. Go to Unrated Titles, and see if the box is checked next to Apply to Recordable Discs. If there is a check in the box and you set Unrated Titles to Password Required, simply highlight the checkbox and press OK.Try to play the disc again.

Play starts, but then stops immediately

The disc is dirty. Clean it.

Condensation has formed in the DVD Recorder. Allow it to dry out.

The picture is distorted and/or fuzzy; or “jumps” during disc playback

The disc might be damaged.Try another disc.

It is normal for some distortion to appear during forward or reverse scan.

The disc might be dirty. Clean it (go to page 51 for instructions)

Some discs have defects that cause them to jump from one scene to the next.

Turn the PROG SCAN switch on the back of the DVD Recorder to the “off” position.This switch should only be turned on if you’ve connected the DVD Recorder to a television that uses progressive scanning to display the image. Some, but not all High Definition Televisions (HDTVs) and multimedia monitors use progressive scan.

If you have a progressive scan TV connected, a slight jumping of the signal is normal when you first play a DVD disc. A more detailed explanation follows:

If you have a progressive scan TV connected to the DVD Recorder via the COMPONENT jacks (Y, Pb, Pr) and turned on the PROG SCAN switch, the DVD Recorder automatically switches between progressive scan and regular interlace because progressive scan is only available when you play DVD discs. As the signal is converted from interlace to progressive (and vice versa), the Recorder resynchronizes the signal. Depending upon your TV, this resynchronization process might cause a slight “jump” in the picture when you start playing a DVD disc and again when you return to watching TV.

No sound or distorted sound

• Make sure your player is connected properly. Make sure all cables are securely inserted into the appropriate jacks.

You may need to readjust the Digital Output setting (from the System Options menu). Go to page 44. If you select DTS, and your DVD Recorder isn’t connected to a DTS-capable receiver, you won’t hear any sound, or the sound will be distorted.

Turn your TV to its Video Input Channel (go to page 16).

Sound is muted when you’re using search features (fast forward, reverse, frame advance, etc.).

If you connected an audio receiver to your DVD Recorder, make sure you chose the correct input setting on the receiver.

Can’t advance through a movie

You can’t advance through the opening credits and warning information that appear at the beginning of movies because the disc is programmed to prohibit that action.

Subtitle and/or audio language is not the one selected from the initial setting

If the subtitle and/or audio language does not exist on the disc, the disc’s priority language will be selected instead. Set the subtitle and/or audio language manually through the Info Display or the DVD Recorder’s menu system.

Play doesn’t begin

The rating of the title on the disc exceeds the rating limit set in the Ratings Limits menu. Unlock the player and/or change the rating limit in those menus. Go to page 43 for more information.

No forward or reverse scan

Some discs have sections that prohibit rapid scanning, or title and chapter skip.

If you’re trying to skip through the warning information and credits at the beginning of a movie, you won’t be able to.This part of the movie is often programmed to prohibit skipping through it.

Desired angle cannot be changed

• Most discs don’t have the multi-camera angle system, and some discs only have multiple angles during certain parts of the movie.

Picture is too tall and thin

• Change the Screen Format in the menu system. Go to page 42 for more information.

Picture is too short and wide

• Change the Screen Format in the menu system. Go to page 42 for more information.

Disc I recorded won’t play in another DVD player

If it’s a DVD+R disc, make sure you finalize the disc (p. 41).

Some DVD players won’t play DVD+R and/or DVD+RW discs. Check the DVD player’s manual.

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Contents DVD Recorder User’s Guide Product Registration Important InformationTable of Contents Connections and Setup Things to consider before you connectUnpack the Box Coaxial Audio/video Video Coaxial TV + cable Audio/video Box VideoCoaxial TV + satellite p Audio/video Receiver Video Video Jacks and Cables Explanation of Input Jacks and CablesBack of the DVD Recorder Component Video Y, Pb, Pr Jacks and CablesExplanation of Jacks from left to right To play a disc To watch one program while you record anotherWay Splitter provided RF Coaxial cable Connection DVD Recorder + TVConnect the DVD Recorder to the TV 4a. Connect the audio cablesTo the channel you want to watch Tune the TV to its Input 1 channel or Vid 1 channelYellow White Connection DVD Recorder + TV + Basic Cable BoxSatellite Receiver Back of your satelliteThan the one pictured here Connect the satellite receiver to the TV Connection DVD Recorder + TV + Satellite ReceiverConnect the satellite receiver to the DVD Recorder DVD RecorderAdvanced Audio Connection Information Connecting your DVD Recorder to an audio/video receiverSelect on-screen menu language Install Batteries in the RemoteComplete the Interactive Setup Turn on the TV and DVD RecorderDaylight Savings Time Channel SearchChannel List Time ZoneMain Menu Appears What to ExpectWatch TV Turn on the DVD Recorder to Watch TV Time and DateOther Brands of TVs How to find your TV’s Video Input ChannelNext Steps RCA, GE, and Proscan TVsChapter Clear Removes on-screen menus and displays Remote ControlExplanation of Buttons Skip to the beginning of the preceding chapter or trackAutomatic Code Search Find out if the remote can operate your TVProgramming the remote to operate your TV Direct EntryTurn on the satellite receiver or cable box Using the remote to operate other componentsKnow the mode Understanding the Input buttonCode ListTVs for TV button Th Remote ControlCode List Cable BoxSatellite Recording, Playback & Features Recording, Playback, & Features Watching TVRecording Timer Recordings Using the different disc menus for recorded titlesAppears Other Sorting Options-Show All Discs Recording, Playback & FeaturesEditing the Disc Library’s Contents Disc LibraryPlayback Using the Info Display while playing DVD+R and DVD+RW discsEditing Titles with the Hide Chapter Feature Chapter To Load and Play Discs Playing DiscsRegional Coding Types of discs you can playQuick Fast Forward and Quick Reverse DVD and Audio CD only Using Different MenusSearch Options Playback optionsTitle Subtitles Repeat Using the On-Screen Info DisplayTime display Track Play Mode Repeat IntroScan Time display Chapter AudioHour Seconds Minutes Time Display DVD,Video CD, and Audio CDChapter Icon DVD Subtitle Icon DVDAudio Icon DVD and Video CD Repeat Icon DVD,Video CD, and Audio CDRepeating Titles, Chapters, or Tracks AB RepeatProgram Play Mode Icon Audio CDCamera Angle Icon DVD RandomPlaying Discs You Recorded DVD+R and DVD+RW IntroScan Icon Audio CDPlayback Control PBC Icon Video CD Example of mp3 files Example of Jpeg files Playing mp3 or Jpeg filesCreating an mp3 Disc on Your Computer Example of folder listThis page intentionally left blank Menu System Overview of the DVD Recorder’s Menu System How to navigate through on-screen menusPrevious menu Remote to access Menu SystemGo to Disc3 Letterbox 3 Standard 16 x TimersRating Limits SetupUsing Parental Controls Lock and UnlockUnrated Titles To set RatingsRecording Options Memory Card Menu InstallationAdditional Information Troubleshooting General Problems Try unplugging the AC power cord and plugging it backAdditional Information Insert a disc with the label side facing up Playback ProblemsWon’t record Recording/Copying ProblemsFormation of Condensation Maintenance of CabinetCleaning Discs Handling CautionsUnderneath the door Front of the DVD RecorderLimited Warranty Accessory Information How to OrderCoaxial cable DVD RecorderInput Output Page Thomson Inc North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Trademarks Registered Marcas Registradas TocomThomson Inc