Sylvania SRD4900 owner manual Cable Box or Satellite Box Connection

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Cable Box or Satellite Box Connection

Setup

Connection A

 

 

(Back of DVD/VCR)

 

(Cable box or

 

 

 

Satellite box)

ANT-IN

 

 

IN

OUT

ANT-OUT

RF Cable

E

 

Cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

(supplied)

 

Signal

(Back of TV)

 

With this connection, channels cannot be changed on the DVD/VCR. You can view or record ONLY the channels you have selected on the cable box or the satellite box.

While you are recording, only the channel selected on the box can be viewed.

To select channels of the cable box or satellite box

1)Turn on the DVD/VCR by pressing the POWER button, and then, press the VCR/TV button.The “POWER” and “VCR” lights on the front panel will appear. Then, press the CHANNEL but- tons to select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the output

channel of the cable b ox or satellite box).

• If you use the channel 4, you need to change the DVD/VCR’s RF output to channel 4. Refer to “RF Output Channel”.

2)At the TV, select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as you have selected at step 1).

3)At the cable box or satellite box, select the channel you want to

view or record.

Connection B

(Back of DVD/VCR)

 

 

ANT-IN

(Cable box or

 

Cable

ANT-OUT

Satellite box)

E

Signal

 

IN

OUT

 

RF Cable (supplied)

 

RF Cable

(Back of TV)

 

 

Select this connection when you want to change channels on the DVD/VCR. With this connection, you may watch one channel while recording another.

• You may not view or record a scrambled channel.

To select channels of the cable box or satellite box

1)At the cable box or satellite box, select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as the DVD/VCR’s RF output channel.)

• Refer to “RF Output Channel”.

2)At the TV, select the same channel as the output channel (3 or 4) of the cable box or satellite box.

3)Turn on the DVD/VCR by pressing the POWER button, and then, press the VCR/TV button. The “POWER” and “VCR” lights on the front panel will appear. Then, select the channel you want to view or record.

To play back a tape

Follow the steps 1) to 2) above. Then, play back a tape.

• Refer to “Playback” on page 11.

To view one channel while recording another

1)While you are recording on the DVD/VCR, press the VCR/TV but- ton so that the “VCR” light disappears on the DVD/VCR.

2)At the cable box or satellite box, select the channel you want to view.

Connection to an Audio System (DVD Audio Only)

Method 1

Stereo system

Analog audio input jacks

AUDIO LR

 

Audio cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

(supplied)

 

 

 

 

DVD/VCR

 

 

 

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Analog)

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO OUT

DVD/VCR

VCR

 

DVD

 

 

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

 

L

L

AUDIO OUT

OUT

OUT

Y

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

R

R

 

 

 

CB

VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN

COAXIAL

R

CR

Note

Set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “OFF” for the AUDIO setting in the setup mode for method 1 only. Playing a DVD using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion, and may also damage the speakers. (Refer to pages 20-21.)

The DVD/VCR Audio Output jacks will output either VCR or DVD signals, depending on which OUTPUT mode you have selected.

The DVD Audio Output jacks will only output DVD sig- nals, regardless of which OUTPUT mode you have selected. See page 9.

Method 2

Audio receiver with

Dolby Digital decoder

 

COAXIAL

 

Digital audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

input jack

Audio Coaxial

 

 

Digital cable

 

 

DIGITAL

DIGITAL

DVD

S-VIDEOVIDEO OUT

AUDIO

 

 

 

COMPONENT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUT

OUT

OUT

 

 

Y

(DVD only)

 

L

 

 

 

CB

COAXIAL

R

CR

Note

If output is Dolby Digital encoded audio, connect to a Dolby Digital decoder, and set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “ON” for the AUDIO setting in the setup mode. (Refer to pages 20-21.)

The audio source on a disc in a Dolby Digital 5.1 channel surround format cannot be recorded as digital sound by an MD or DAT deck.

Unless connected to a Dolby Digital decoder, set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “OFF” for the AUDIO setting in the setup mode. Playing a DVD using incorrect settings may generate noise distortion, and may also damage the speakers. (Refer to pages 20-21.)

Set “DOLBY DIGITAL” to “OFF” for the AUDIO setting in the setup mode for connecting to an MD deck or DAT deck. (Refer to pages 20-21.)

By hooking this unit up to a Multi-channel Dolby Digital decoder, you can enjoy high-quality Dolby Digital 5.1 chan- nel surround sound as heard in the movie theaters.

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Contents Supplied Accessory Table of ContentsBasic TV Connection Precautions Laser SafetyMake your contribution to the environment Important Safeguards Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Installation LocationMaintenance Moisture Condensation WarningSetup About the Video Cassettes and Discs ConnectionsHint Cable Box or Satellite Box Connection Connection to an Audio System DVD Audio OnlyConnection to a TV Video Front & Rear TerminalsMethod About the Remote Control and Front Panel Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries for the Remote Control Front Panel Display Lights up when the disc is insertedVCR/DVD Selection VCR Output lightClock Set Up First Time UseTurn on the unit for the first time VCR Functions Playback Recording & OTR One Touch RecordingOther Operations To Check, Correct, or Cancel a Timer Program Recording FeaturesTimer Recording On-Screen DisplayCopying a Video Tape DVD Operation During Timer RecordingMTS System Multi-Channel Television Sound Insert a pre-recorded tape into the playing VCRTime Search Special FeaturesHint for Timer Search & Index Search Index SearchDVD Functions Playback MP3 Playback Marker Setup Search FunctionRepeat A-B Playback Repeat / Random / Programmed PlaybackRepeat Playback Random PlaybackSpecial Settings Language Setting DVD Set UpQuick Setup Menu Custom MenuSee Hint to the right Audio SettingTV Display Selection Minutes of no useIf you have set a password already To Change the Password for Parental ControlsParental Setting Parental LevelsGreen VCR Output light is lit Information Troubleshooting GuideTo switch the mode Making a copy of a video tape Cannot remove the tapeSpecifications Language ListFor the location of a Sears store in your area Español Mando a distancia Antes Encienda el televisor y cambie al canalSección Canal de salida RF Quick Use Guide Installing the BatteriesFor the Remote Control ConnectionsBefore Turn on the TV and set it to channel VCR Playback DVD/CD Playback0VMN04014 / H9602UD Receiver are set to the correct channel or input