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User manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY
remote control
control reference guide
DRC279RE
INSTRUCTIONS
Using the Remote Control
• | Point the remote control at the REMOTE |
| SENSOR located on the unit. |
• | When using this unit in very bright light, the |
To Change Remote Batteries
1. Open the battery door. |
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It is important to read this instruction prior to using your new product for the first time.
Safety Precautions
1. | Read these instructions. |
2. | Keep these instructions. |
3. | Heed all warnings. |
4. | Follow all instructions. |
5. | Do not use this apparatus near water. |
6. | Clean only with a dry cloth. |
7. | Do not block any of the ventilation |
| openings. Install in accordance with the |
| manufacturer’s instructions. |
8. | Do not install near any heat sources such |
| as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or |
| other apparatus (including amplifiers) that |
| produce heat. |
9. | Do not defeat the safety purpose of the |
| polarized or grounding - type plug. A |
| polarized plug has two blades with one |
| wider than the other. A grounding type |
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from
Portable Cart Warning
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning |
storms or when unused for long periods of |
infrared REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR may |
not work properly.
• The recommended effective distance for remote operation is about 16 feet (5 meters).
Battery Replacement
When the batteries become weak, the operating distance of the remote control will be greatly reduced and you will need to replace the batteries.
Notes:
• If the remote control is not going to be used |
for a long time, remove the batteries to |
avoid damage caused by battery leakage |
corrosion. |
2. Insert two AAA size batteries. |
WARNING:
• Do not dispose of the battery in fire or it may |
explode or leak. |
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1. | STANDBY/ON Button |
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| Turn the unit on or put it in standby mode. |
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| Opens or closes the tray. | ||||||
2. | Power Indicator |
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| Indicator On: The unit is in standby mode. |
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| Starts or resumes playback of a disc. | ||||||
| Indicator Off: The unit is turned on. | 8. | STOP Button | ||||||||
3. | DISC TRAY |
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| Stop playing a disc. | ||
| Opens or closes the tray by pressing the | 9. | OPTICAL OUT jack | ||||||||
| OPEN/CLOSE button. |
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| 10. | HDMI OUT jack |
Caution Marking and rating plate was located at rear enclosure of the apparatus.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON APPARATUS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
plug has two blades and a third grounding |
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is |
provided for your safety. When the provided |
plug does not fit into your AC power outlet, |
consult an electrician for replacement of the |
obsolete outlet. |
10. Protect the AC power cord from being |
time. |
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service |
personnel. Servicing is required when |
the apparatus has been damaged in any |
way, such as the AC power cord or plug is |
damaged, liquid has spilled or objects have |
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has |
• When discarding batteries, environmental |
problems must be considered and local |
rules or laws governing the disposal of these |
batteries must be strictly followed. |
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive |
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. |
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
4. | REMOTE SENSOR | 11. | VIDEO OUT jack |
| Receives the remote control unit signals. | 12. | DIGITAL COAXIAL OUT jack |
5. | DISPLAY LENS | 13. | LEFT/RIGHT AUDIO OUT jacks |
Display units information.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, |
convenience receptacles, and the point |
where they exit from the apparatus. |
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not |
operate normally, or has been dropped. |
equivalent type.
Remote Control
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| OPEN/CLOSE Button |
| Press to open or close the disc tray. |
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The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol, within the equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to cause an electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, DO NOT PLACE ANY HEATING OR COOKING APPARATUS BENEATH THIS UNIT.
Disc Formats
The unit can playback:
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| [8cm/12cm disc] | Compatible |
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maintenance
Cleaning the Disc
A defective or soiled disc inserted into the unit can cause sound to drop out during playback. Handle the disc by holding its inner and outer edges.
• Do NOT touch the surface of the unlabeled side of the disc. | |
• | Do NOT stick paper or tape on the surface. |
• | Do NOT expose the disc to direct sunlight or excessive heat. |
2. | STANDBY/ON Button |
| Press to turn on the unit or put it in standby |
| mode |
3. | AUDIO Button |
| Press to select one of the audio sound |
| tracks programmed on a DVD or to select |
| the audio output mode on an audio CD. |
4. | ANGLE Button |
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maintenance (servicing) instructions in this user manual.
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF POWER OUTLET, THEN FULLY INSERT.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN
Region Management Information
This unit is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is encoded on DVDs. If the region number printed on the DVD does not correspond to the region number of this unit, it cannot play that disc.
Title, Chapter and Tracks
•DVDs are divided into “titles” and “chapters”. If the disc has more than one movie on it, each movie would be a separate “title”. “Chapters” are sections of titles.
•Audio CDs are divided into “tracks”. A “track” is usually one song on an Audio CD.
• Clean the disc before playback. Wipe the disc from the center outward with a | |
| cleaning cloth. |
• | NEVER use solvents such as benzine or alcohol to clean the disc. |
• | Do NOT use irregular shaped discs (example: heart shaped, octagonal, etc.). They may cause |
| malfunctions. |
Cleaning the Unit
• | Be sure to turn the unit off and disconnect the AC power cord before maintaining the unit. |
• | Wipe the unit with a dry soft cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, wipe clean with a cloth that |
| Press to switch the camera angle of the |
| video presentation when scenes with |
| multiple camera angles are recorded on a |
| DVD. |
5. | MEMORY Button |
| Press to create programs. |
6. | DISPLAY Button |
| Press to change disc status information |
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The symbol for Class | This product | |
contains a low power | ||
II (Double Insulation) | ||
laser device. | ||
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The region number of this unit is 1.
Disc Function or Operation that is Not Available
has been dipped in a weak |
cloth. |
• Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner, cleaning fluid or other chemicals. Do NOT use compressed air |
to remove dust. |
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7. | SETUP Button |
| Press to open and close the SETUP menu |
| screen |
8. | CURSOR ( , , , ) Button |
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On Placement
• | Do not use the unit in places that are |
| extremely hot, cold, dusty, or humid. |
• | The ventilation should not be impeded by |
| covering the ventilation openings with items |
| such as newspaper, |
| etc. |
FCC Statements
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
When the appears on the screen, it indicates that the function or operation attempted is not available at that time. This occurs because the DVD manufacturer determines the specific functions of DVDs. Certain functions may not be available on some DVDs. Be sure to read the documentation provided with the DVD.
Note:
Numbers identify each title, chapter, and track on a disc. Most discs have these numbers recorded
Important Note
Before transporting the unit, remove the disc from the disc compartment.
troubleshooting guide
SYMPTOM | CAUSE (AND REMEDY) |
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Press to highlight selections on a menu |
screen and adjust certain settings. |
OK Button |
Press to confirm selections on a menu |
screen. |
9. CLEAR Button |
Clear input selections and cancel certain |
18. | ZOOM Button |
| Zoom in an image. |
19. | RETURN Button |
20. | TITLE Button |
| Press to open the title menu screen. |
On Safety
•When connecting or disconnecting the AC power cord, grip the plug and not the cord itself. Pulling the cord may damage it and create a hazard.
•When you are not going to use the unit for a long period of time, disconnect the AC power cord.
•No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the AC power cord and the unit.
•Leave a minimum of 10 cm around the apparatus for ventilation.
•Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.
•Use of apparatus in moderate climates.
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. | |
– | Increase the separation between the |
| equipment and receiver. |
– | Connect the equipment into an outlet on a |
Icons Used on DVDs
Sample lcons
Language selections for audio
Language selections for subtitles
Screen aspect ratio
Multiple camera angles
Region code indicator
Note: When playing back a
on them, but some do not.
Notes on Unauthorized Discs
You may not be able to play some DVDs on this unit, particularly if they were purchased from outside your geographic area or made for business purposes.
No power.
The remote control does not function.
No sound or only a very
No picture or abnormal color.
•Ensure the AC power cord is connected.
•The unit is not turned on.
•Remove any obstacles between the remote and the unit
•Use the remote near the unit.
•Point the remote at the remote sensor on the unit.
•Replace the batteries in the remote with new one.
•Make sure that you select ON mode.
•The system is in pause mode. Press the PLAY button to return to normal play mode.
•The unit is in PLAY button to return to normal play mode.
•Make sure the AUDIO output is correct.
•Make sure the audio cable is connected securely.
•The region number of the disc doesn’t match the region number of this
unit.
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| PLAY Button |
| Press to start playback. | ||
11. |
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| STOP Button |
| Press to stop playback. | ||
12. |
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| SEARCH Button |
| Fast reverse playback. | ||
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| REV Button |
| Press to move backwards through titles, | ||
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| chapters or tracks on a disc. | |
14. | Number | ||
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| Press to perform | ||
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| playback on a DVD or CD. | |
16. | GOTO Button | ||
| Press to skip directly to a specific location | ||
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| on a DVD. |
21. | MENU Button |
| Press to open and close the DVD’s menu. |
22. | HDMI Button |
| Press to change the video output signals in |
| stop mode. |
23. | PAUSE Button |
| Press to pause playback. |
24. | SEARCH Button |
| Fast forward playback. |
25. | NEXT Button |
| Press to move forward through titles, |
| chapters or tracks on a disc. |
26. | SLOW Button |
| Press to perform slow forward playback of |
| DVDs. |
27. | STEP Button |
On Condensation
• When left in a heated room where it is warm |
and damp, water droplets or condensation |
may form inside the unit. When there is |
condensation inside the unit, the unit may |
not function normally. Let the unit stand for |
circuit different from that to which the receiver |
is connected. |
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ |
TV technician for help. |
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class FCC limits.
sound system
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby Digital can reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio.
• The TV is not set to receive DVD signal output. | |
• The video/HDMI cable is not connected securely. | |
• | The TV is not turned on. |
• | Clean the disc. |
17. SUBTITLE Button |
Press to select one of the subtitle languages |
programmed on a DVD. |
Press to advance frame by frame. |
28. DISC REPEAT Button |
Press to repeat chapter or title of a DVD. |
Press to repeat single track or whole CD. |
1 to 2 hours before turning the power on, or |
gradually heat the room and let the unit dry |
before use. |
Rating Plate Location
• The rating plate is located on the back of unit.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The unit automatically recognizes the Dolby Digital bitstream and provides a downmix suitable for
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
‘Dolby’ and the
No output on your
HDMI TV.
Severe hum or noise
• Check connection between HDMI TV and the unit. |
• Replace the HDMI cable with a better one. Bad HDMI cable can cause |
data lost. |
• Press HDMI key on remote handset several times to toggle among different |
HD OUTPUT. |
• Check the connections. |
SETUP and connections
CONNECTING TO A TV
The unit can be connected to your TV in several different
ways, depending on the design of your TV. | TV |
Note: Use only one of the below listed | connection |
•Should any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power cord and refer servicing to a qualified technician.
•Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the
WARNING | apparatus from supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected | |
from the mains socket outlet completely. | ||
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Notes on Copyright | This product incorporates copyright protection | |
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, | technology that is protected by U.S. patents | |
broadcast on cable, play in public, or rent | and other intellectual property rights. Use of | |
copyrighted material without permission. | this copyright protection technology must be | |
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; | authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for | |
home and other limited viewing uses only unless | ||
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ACCESSORIES |
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Please check and identify the supplied accessories. |
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• To order accessories visit web site http://www.RCAav.com |
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Remote Control | x 1 |
2xAAA batteries | x 1 |
AV cable | x 1 |
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Need more help?
is heard.
The disc does not play.
The DVD door cannot open.
• The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened | |
| with alcohol. |
• | Clean the disc. |
• There is no disc inside. (“No Disc” appears on the screen). | |
• Insert the disc correctly with the playback side facing down. | |
• | Clean the disc. |
• The unit and disc region number are incompatible. | |
• Condensation may have formed inside the unit due to a sudden change in | |
| temperature. Wait about an hour for it to clear and try again. |
• Reset the unit, press the STANDBY/ON button to turn off the unit, wait for | |
| a few seconds, then restart the unit. |
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A. RCA AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS |
| AV cable |
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Use the Audio/Video cable (supplied). Connect the |
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VIDEO OUT and left/right AUDIO OUT jacks on the unit |
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6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936 | otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse | |
licensed for limited viewing uses only. | ||
engineering or disassembly is prohibited. | ||
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Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice. |
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