Magnavox MDV540VR/17 Hookups, Determining the best possible connection, Before you begin

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Determining the best possible connection...

Your hookup will be determined primarily by your existing equipment, especially your TV.The following guidelines describe which options have the best picture and sound quality.You will not use all the jacks on the DVD/VCR.

If your TV only has an RF-style jack, usually labelled Antenna In, RF In, or 75 ohm, use the ANT-OUT jack of the DVD/VCR to connect to the TV.This hookup provides both audio and video in a single cable. Set your TV to channel 3 or 4 - the output channel of the DVD/VCR.This connection allows you to use both the DVD and VCR features. Details are on page eight.

★★★★If your TV has Component Video In jacks (which could be labelled Y CR CB,Y PR PB, or YUV and may be green, blue, and red), use the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y CB/PB CR/PR) for the best picture quality. If you use only this video connection, only the DVD picture will be available.To see DVD features on the TV, set the TV to its Component Video In channel. Details are on page 12.

Progressive Scan provides less flickering and higher image resolution than traditional (525i/480i or inter- lace) TV signals. If your TV has Progressive Scan (525p/480p or progressive), connect the TV to the DVD/VCR’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y CB/PB CR/PR) jacks.

Set PROGRESSIVE to ON in the DVD/VCR’s DISPLAY menu. Details are on pages 64-65.P.SCAN will appear on the DVD/VCR’s display panel. Set your TV to Progressive Scan also.

If your TV does not have Progressive Scan but has Component Video In jacks, connect them to the DVD/VCR’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (Y CB/PB CR/PR). Set PROGRESSIVE to OFF either in the DISPLAY menu or by pressing and holding the PLAY B (DVD) button on the front of the DVD/VCR for more than five seconds. Details are on pages 64-65.

★★★If your TV has an S-Video In jack (which also may be labelled Y/C or S-VHS), use the S-VIDEO OUT jack for excellent picture quality. If you use only this video connection, only the DVD picture will be available. To see DVD features on the TV, set the TV to its S-Video In channel. Details are on page 13.

★★If your TV has a single yellow Video In jack (which also may be labelled CVBS, Composite, or baseband), use the yellow VIDEO OUT jack for good picture quality.This connection provides a picture for both the DVD Player and the VCR.To see DVD or VCR features on the TV, set the TV to its Video In channel. Details are on page 11.

★★★★If you have a Stereo with a Coaxial Digital Audio In jack, this provides the clearest sound for the DVD Player. Connect the DVD/VCR’s COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to your Stereo for the best sound quality. If you use only this audio connection, only Disc sound (no VCR) will be available. Details are on page 15.

★★★If digital audio connections are not possible, connect the DVD/VCR’s red and white DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jacks to the Audio In jacks of your Stereo or TV.This connection provides sound for both the DVD Player and the VCR. Details are on pages 11-14.

Before you begin...

●Refer to the manuals of your TV, Cable Box, Stereo, or other devices as necessary. Note the style of jacks and connectors on the other equipment. Determine how to choose different Audio and Video In channels on your other equipment so you can see and hear the DVD/VCR material playing on the TV, Stereo, etc.

●Disconnect all equipment from the power outlets. Connect the equipment to the power outlets only after you have finished hooking up everything. Never make or change connections with equipment connected to the power outlet.

Remember...

●Set the TV to the correct Video In channel. Such channels may be called AUX or AUXILIARY IN,AUDIO/VIDEO or A/V IN, EXT1 or External In, etc.These channels often are located near channel zero (0). See your TV owner’s manual for details. If you do not see the DVD or VCR playback on the TV, go to the lowest TV channel (01 or 02) and change channels downward until you see the DVD or VCR picture on the TV. Or, if your TV has only a single Antenna In jack and you are using the RF coaxial cable (as described on page eight), set the TV to channel 3 or 4. To help you find the right Audio/Video In channel, turn on the DVD/VCR. Press DVD to put the DVD/VCR in DVD mode.With no Disc in the Player, a large DVD Video logo will appear on the TV screen when you get the TV on the correct Audio/Video In channel or channel 3 or 4.

●Set the Stereo to the correct channel or “source” mode.

●Depending on your connection, you may need to purchase additional cables or adaptors. If your TV or monitor has BNC-type connectors, you will need an adaptor.

●If you set Progressive Scan on or off when the power is on, the DVD/VCR will turn off.When you turn on the DVD Player again, the last selected scanning system will be active.

●To use the VCR features, you must include a connection with the supplied yellow video cable and red/white audio cables or with the supplied RF coaxial cable.

Once you determine the best option, find your choice on pages 8-15. Follow the steps for the hookup you choose.Then, go to page 17 to complete the first-time setup.

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Contents MDV540VR/17 Returning the enclosed card Dear Magnavox product ownerFor Customer Use Safety Precautions Safety and General InformationDeclaration of Conformity Table of Contents Introduction Color Systems Playable Discs and Video CassettesPlayable Discs Region CodesRemember HookupsDetermining the best possible connection Before you beginHookups cont’d 2DVD/VCR ConnectionsCable TV Video OUTSatellite SignalRF coaxial cable Audio Cable Video Cable Video in Jacks On TV DVD/VCR to a TV that has Component Video In jacks Details are on pages seven DVD/VCR to a TV that has an S-Video In jackDVD/VCR to a TV and a Stereo 1Antenna/Cable TV SignalAre on pages seven 1Antenna/Cable TV SignalRecycling Guidelines/Battery Safety Remote Control SetupPutting Batteries in the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlRepeat this process if the power fails First-time DVD/VCR SetupTurn on the TV Video Cassette Playback Other tape playback features are on pagesDetails are on pages On the DVD/VCR Disc PlaybackPress STANDBY-ON to turn on the DVD/VCR Press OPEN/CLOSE aDVD Light Display Panel DVDDisplay Messages DisplayCassette Compartment Display Panel VCRVCR light Front Panel VCR Audio in and Video in jacks red, white, yellow Rear PanelDVD/VCR Audio OUT and Video OUT Jacks red, white, yellow Remote Control Remote Control cont’d Press VCR, then press DISC/MENU so Menu appears Channel SetupPress o or p to select Channel SET UP.Then, press B Press o or p to select Auto SET UP. Press BAdding/Deleting Channels Channel Setup cont’dPress B or s so ADD or Delete flashes on the screen While the Year space is flashing, press o or p Clock VCRWhile the DAY space is flashing, press o or p Until the day appears.Then, press BClock VCR cont’d Language VCR VCR Status Displays Recording Prevention Videotape RecordingTo prevent recording, break off the tab with a Reselect channel 03, 04, or Video In at the TV Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherStopping an OTR One-Touch RecordingPlaying unit Rerecording Tape DuplicationMake the connections shown above Press o or p to select ONCE, DAILY, or Weekly Timer RecordingSet the clock. Details are on pages Press o or p to select an empty program.ThenPress o or p until the minute appears. Press B Timer Recording cont’dNext, press o or p until the day appears.Then Hour appears. Press BPress o or p to select a recording tape speed Cancelling Timer RecordingsTape speed are on Before you begin DVD to Videotape DuplicationFollow the steps below to copy a DVD to a videotape. This Will be possible only if the DVD is not copy protectedPress o or p to select Auto Repeat Repeat PlayPress B so on appears next to Auto Repeat To later. Press Stop C to stop the tape Tape CounterPress VCR, then play, fast forward, or rewind a Tape to the location that you would like to referTime Search Time Search, Index SearchViewing a Still Picture Special Effects PlaybackForward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLP Super High Speed Searching LP/SLPAutomatic Operation Features Understanding Displays Multi-Channel Television SoundPress DISC/MENU to remove the menu Press o or p to select TV Stereo or SAPSecond Audio Program. Press B so on appears Beside your selectionBeside Hifi Hi-Fi StereoPress o or p to select Audio OUT. Then, press B Press o or p to select HIFI. on will appearDVD Disc Menus Using the Title MenuFast Forward/Reverse Search Number of available Titles or Chapters will appear at Right Enter the Title or Chapter number usingTitle/Chapter Playback Specific Time PlaybackTrack Playback Using Search ModePress Play B to resume play Paused and Step-by-Step Playback, ResumePaused and Step-by-Step Playback ResumePoint B must be later on the Disc than Point a Repeat,A-B RepeatRepeat Tion will begin to play repeatedlyMarkers Camera Angles Opening the disc tray will cancel your subtitle settingSubtitles, Camera Angles SubtitlesPress sor B to select CUSTOM, then press OK Parental Controls PasswordPress Setup Power failure will not erase your passwordAdult material Parental LevelsAudio Language Stereo Sound ModeExample English audio Press Pause F during DVD or Video CD play Slow Motion, ZoomSlow Motion ZoomYou cannot alter a Program dur- ing play Programmed PlaybackProgram can have a maximum of 99 Tracks Random Playback While play is stopped, press Mode twice so the RANDOM screen appears To stop play, press Stop C 62 MP3/JPEG PlaybackPress o or p to select a Folder, MP3 Track, or Jpeg File Or OKTracks available, and elapsed playing time of the current MP3/JPEG DisplaysYou can review MP3 and Jpeg information during play Press Display again. The current Track number, totalPress o or p to select an item, then press OK Setting, then press OKDisplay Or B to select display, then press OKIf Progressive is ON, this message appears Press Setup to remove the menusDisplay cont’d From previousLanguage Language Codes Language cont’dAudio Press Display repeatedly to see the following dis On-Screen DisplaysDVD Displays Audio CD/ Video CD DisplaysIcon will disappear after about 10 seconds Black Level,Virtual SurroundBlack Level Virtual SurroundInitializing Except for Parental to their default settingsCable Box/Satellite Receiver Output Channel 03 or GlossarySpecifications Helpful Hints DVD/VCR has no powerRemote control will not operate the DVD/VCR There is no picture in DVD modeHelpful Hints cont’d Number buttons won’t work for TV channels above Power FailureVCR will not perform a timer recording VCR will not record a TV programYou cannot remove the tape Line Input modeCleaning the Video Heads You cannot insert a video cassetteCare and Maintenance Product sold AS is or Renewed Limited WarrantyEnglish or Spanish Speaking Controls Information Index
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