RCA RTD325W user manual Important Safety Instructions

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Warning

FCC Information FCC Information Important Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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 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.

Ventilation

You must adequately ventilate the product. Make sure there is adequate space around the unit to provide proper air flow for ventilation. See diagram.

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This product complies with DHHS Rules 21

THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN

THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU

OF “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” INSIDE THE PRODUCT.

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE

IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT

INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSER- VICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER 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.

WARNING: MAINS PLUG IS USED AS DISCONNECT DEVICE AND IT SHOULD REMAIN READILY OPERABLE

Service information

This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques.

Important battery information

•Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

•In order to avoid any risk of explosion, observe the polarities indicated inside the battery compartment. Replace only with the type of batteries specified. Do not dispose of them in a fire or recharge them.

•If you are not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

DVD copy protection

In accordance with the DVD standard, your DVD player is equipped with a Copy Protection system, which can be switched on and off by the DVD disc itself, in order to make any recording of the relevant DVD disc onto a videotape of very poor picture quality, or even impossible. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home use only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference

CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.

DURING INTENDED USE. IN ORDER TO DISCONNECT THE APPARATUS FROM MAINS COMPLETELY, THE MAINS PLUG SHOULD BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SOCKET OUTLET COMPLETELY.

Important Safety Instructions

USER MANUAL

RTD325W

It's important to read this instruction prior to using your new product for the first time.

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.

•I ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

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.

This Home Theater has earned the ENERGY STAR.

For your safety

The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way. If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way.

If it still won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature.

Removing the power plug is the only way to completely remove power from your product. Make sure the power plug remains easily accessible.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF WALL OUTLET, THEN FULLY INSERT.

Note

This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information. If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, this player cannot play the disc. The Region number for this DVD player is Region 1.

Caution

This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open covers and do not repair yourself. Refer servicing to qualified persionnel.

Visible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product. This system must be opend only by qualified technicains to prevent accidents caused by the laser beam.

Illustrations contained in this document are for representation only.

Please respect the environment and prevailing regulations. Before you dispose of batteries or accumulators, ask your dealer whether they are subject to special recycling and if they will accept them for disposal.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du Canada.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

Please read and save for future reference.

Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, as with any electronic product, precautions should be observed during handling and use.

•Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

•Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

•Do not use this apparatus near water.

•Clean only with a dry cloth.

•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (Including amplifiers) that produce heat.

•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 plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your wall outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

•Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•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 tip-over.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Refer all ser vicing to qualified ser vice personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as the power cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Important Safety Instructions

Connections and Setup Connections and Setup

Connections and Setup

Additional safety information

• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or	If your product operates on batteries, adhere to the
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as	following precautions:
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.	A. Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a
• Always leave sufficient space around the product for
	different battery type, if inserted incorrectly, or if all
ventilation. Do not place product in or on a bed, rug,
	batteries are not replaced at the same time.
in a bookcase or cabinet that may prevent air flow
	B. Anybatterymayleakelectrolyteorexplodeifdisposed
through vent openings.
	of in fire or an attempt is made to charge a battery
• Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc.
	not intended to be recharged.
on the product.
	C. Discardleakybatteriesimmediately.Leakingbatteries
• Connect power cord only to AC power source as
	can cause skin burns or other personal injury. When
marked on the product.
	discarding batteries, be sure to dispose of them in the
• Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into
	propermanner,accordingtoyourstate/provincialand
the product.
	local regulations.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This
	D. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such
product does not contain customer serviceable
	as sunshine, fire or the like.
components.

Connections and Setup

Accessories provided

•Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

•Other important use and cleaning information at the end of the booklet.

Connecting the antennas

The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system’s back panel. They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception.

AM Loop Antenna

1. Uncoil the AM Antenna wire.

Method 2		Connecting to your TV (via HDMI input)				Using Digital Optical Input (recommended)
Component video jacks (Pr, Pb, Y)		HDMI stands for		High Definition	Multimedia	Connect components capable of outputting
•	The component video jacks are color-coded					Dolby Digital surround sound (e.g. TV or Set Top
		Interface. HDMI	transfers digital		audio and
	green, blue and red.					Box) or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals.
		uncompressed digital video on a single cable.
•	Additional component video cables (not					Use a fiber optical cable for this digital audio
		Press the HDMI button on the remote control to
	supplied) are required to provide best picture					connection (cable not included).
		change output signals as follows: 480p, 720p,1080i
	quality.They are usually color-coded green, blue					Press OPTICAL button on remote control or
		and 1080p.
	and red.					SOURCE button on main unit to select OPTICAL
• Connect the component video OUT jacks on the						for digital audio output components.
	receiver to the component video IN jacks on your
	TV so the video content goes from the receiver
	to the screen.

Rear of the unit

Connecting the speakers

Speaker wires are color-coded to match the terminals. Connect the speaker wire from the back of each speaker to the corresponding color terminal at the back of the unit. Press down the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Release the tab to lock wire in the terminal.

•When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities (“+” speaker wire to “+” on the receiver. For example, red wire to red terminal on the receiver) of speaker wires and terminals match. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted. Do not let the speaker wires touch each other, it will damage the Home Theater’s amplifier.

•Center speaker provided with this unit are magnetically shielded to protect your TV set. It is not recommended to place the front speakers, surround speakers and subwoofer near the TV set.

	Front Speakers
Cente	Right	Left
Speaker
Green and Black	Red		White
	and Black		and Black
Purple and Black
Subwoofer

Insert

Press

+	-
+	-
Remote control and		One Pig-Tail	Composite	One external AM
2 AAA batteries		antenna wire	Video Cable	loop antenna
Left and right			Left and right Sur-	Center speaker	Subwoofer
front speakers			round Speakers

Things to consider before you connect

•	Ensure that the mains supply in your house	• The humidity of the room should not exceed 75%.
	complieswiththatindicatedontheidentification	Ifyouhavetousetheunitoutdoors,donotexpose
	sticker located on the back of your unit.	it to rain or splashing water.The apparatus should
•	Install your unit horizontally, away from	not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
	any source of heat (fi replace) or appliances	objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should
	creating strong magnetic or electric fields. The	be placed on the apparatus.
	components of this unit are sensitive to heat.	• Moving the unit from a cold place to a warm one
	The maximum ambient temperature should not	can cause condensation on some components
	exceed 35°C / 95°F.	inside the unit. Let the condensation disappear
•	Leave enough space around the unit to allow	on its own before turning the unit on again.

2.	Press down on the Antennas tab to open the
	terminal.
3.	MakesurethewhitewireontheAMloopantenna
	isinsertedintotheAMloopterminalandtheother
	wire is inserted into the ground loop terminal.

Connecting to your TV (Analog Video)

Method 1

Composite video jack (yellow)

•The basic video jack is color-coded yellow.

•Videocable(yellow)issuppliedfortheconnection for good picture quality.

•Connect the video OUT jack on the receiver to the Video IN jack on your TV so the video content goes from the receiver to the screen.

Rear of the unit

•If your television is a high definition television, use the unit’s HDMI output

to get the highest possible video resolution. If unable to use a HDMI connection, use the unit’s component video output and set the Progressive Scan option in the Video menu to ON, to get the next highest possible video resolution.

•If one of the devices is not working, check that all the cables have been inserted properly into the jacks.

•If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white L/Mono) audio jack on the TV and don’t connect the right audio part of the cable.

Notes:

•Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well.

•When using HDMI cable, do not connect to other analog video outputs.

Connecting AUDIO from external sources such as TV (Aux In)

Using AUX IN jacks

Connect the AUX IN jacks on rear of the unit to the AUDIO OUT jacks on VCR, TV, Set Top Box or other component.

Press either SOURCE on the main unit or LINE-IN/ AUX on the remote control to toggle select AUX IN mode.

Rear of the unit

Using LINE IN jack

Connect the Ø3.5mm LINE IN jack on the front panel of the unit to the headphone output on mp3 players.

Notes

•Ø3.5mm to Ø3.5mm audio cables (not included) are required.

•To listen to the audio input from the connected component, press SOURCE on the main unit or LINE-IN / AUX on the remote control to toggle to LINE IN mode.

Suggest using Ø3.5mm LINE IN jack for mp3 player and rear AUX IN jacks for equipment such as a TV, VCR, Satellite or Cable Box.

Grey and	Blue and
Black	Black		Release
Right	Left	Rear Speakers
		(Surround Sound)

To adjust each speaker volume level for optimum listening experience.

(1)Press the LEVEL button on the remote control to select FL (front Left speaker).

(2)Press the VOL+/VOL- buttons to adjust the value up or down (between -10dB and +10dB).

(3)Repeat step (1) and (2) for the other speakers FR, SL, SR, CT, SW.

Speaker gains may be set to levels of up to +10dB, actual max levels may also depend on your Volume Setting.

Positioning speakers		1.	Left, Right (Front Speakers)
3			Front speakers carry primarily music and sound
			effects.
	1	2.	Center
			In surround mode, the center speaker carries most
			of the dialog as well as music and effects.
			It should be set between the left and right peakers.
	2	3.	Surround (Rear Speakers)
			The surround speakers’ overall sound balance
			should be as close as possible to the front peakers.
			Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly
	1		distributed sound field.
3	4	4.	Subwoofer
			A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low

adequateventilation:10cm/4inchesoneitherside	• Before moving the unit, make sure the disc tray
and above the top, and 5 cm/2 inches at the rear.	is empty.

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Rear of the unit

Rear of the unit

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Courtesy Dolby Laboratories	bass effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships,
	etc.).

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Connections and Setup Overview of Controls Overview of Controls Playing Discs - Basic Functions Basic Playback Operations

Front speaker placement	Aiming
For best results, follow the speaker placement	Aim surround speakers straight across the room,
	not down at viewers, to help create a more open,
below.
	spacious surround sound field.
Alignment
Align the center speaker evenly with (A) or slightly
behind (B) (the left and right speakers), but not
ahead of them.

Remote functions in DVD/CD mode

ON•OFF:	Turns on/off the unit.
DVD:	Selects the DVD mode.
TUNER:	Selects the TUNER and selects between FM/AM.

LINE-IN/AUX: Selects and toggles between the front LINE IN mode and rear AUX IN mode. (for listening to audio

OPTICAL:	input from connected TV, VCR or SetTop BOX).
	Selects OPTICAL IN at rear for digital audio con-
0-9:	nection.
	Number entry.
CLEAR:	Quits the current setting manually from the TV
	screen without saving change.

SURROUND: Shows current Surround Sound setting (5.1 ch or Stereo). To change setting, first press SURROUND button, then use / buttons on the remote control to change the current setting.

We strongly recommend you leave system in 5.1 Channel Surround setting.

Remote control functions in tuner mode

TUNER:	Selects the TUNER and switch between
	FM/AM.

Using remote control to navigate through the on-screen menus

Use , , , and OK on the remote control to navigate through the on-screen displays (the DVD player’s menu, the Info Display that appears during playback, or a disc’s menu).

Use , , , on the remote to move through on-screen menus in the direction of the arrow button (e.g., to move right, press ). The arrow buttons are used to highlight an option. Once highlighted, press OK to select the option that is highlighted.

Compatible discs

•DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW

•CD, CD-R, CD-RW

Compatible formats

•DVD, JPEG

•CD

Regional coding

Your unit has been designed to process regional management information stored on DVD discs. The regional code for your unit is 1. Discs that have a different regional code will not play.

Variable slow motion

1.Press SLOW button on the remote in play mode.

2.Each time the SLOW button is pressed the speed of slow-motion playback changes in the following sequence:

3.Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Changing chapter/track

Angle

Place the left and right speakers to form a 45- degree angle with your favorite viewing position to duplicate the soundtrack mixer’s perspective.

Height

Alternative Surround Placement

Rear wall

If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers at each other (A), towards the front (B) or towards the sidewalls (C, D).

Experiment with placement until sounds seem to surround you, rather than come from behind you.

No adjacent walls

Surround speakers can go on stands facing each other to approximate sidewall mounting (A), or to the sides or rear of the viewing area, aimed upwards; they can go right on the floor, or preferably, a few feet off the floor such as on end tables (B).

INFO:		Accesses the Info menu.
TITLE:		Accesses the title menu of DVD discs.
DISC MENU: Accesses the disc menu during playback.
OK:		Confirms your selection.
/ /	/	: To navigate through the menus. The left and
		right arrows also tune the radio frequency in the
MUTE:		tuner mode.
		Mutes and restores the sound.
SETUP:		Enters Setup menu.
RETURN:		In DVD mode, returns to the previous menu.
VOL +/- :		Adjusts the sound volume.
CH+/	, CH–/ : Directly accesses the next or previous chapter
		(DVD) or track (CD). Selects programmed

VOL+/–:	Adjusts the sound volume.
MUTE:	Mutes and restores the sound.

TUNER +/–: Tunes down and up the radio

	frequencies.
MEMORY:	Stores a station.
CH+/–:	Selects programmed stations.
AUDIO:	Selects between Stereo and Mono
	mode for Tuner (FM).

Note: Insert 2“AAA”(“UM-4”/”R03”) batteries

to the remote control prior to use.

Operating the DVD receiver

1.Turn on your television set.

2.Press ON•OFF on the remote or ON/STANDBY located on the unit’s front panel. Press DVD on the remote control.

Loading disc

1.Press on the front panel to open the disc tray.

2.Place a disc onto the disc tray with the label side up.

3.Press again to close the disc tray.

While the disc is playing, press the CH+/- button to go immediately to the next or previous chapter, or to the next or previous track.

Zoom

1.While a disc is playing, press ZOOM until you reach the zoom size you want. The ZOOM button toggles through x2, x3, x4 and then zooms out to x1/2, x1/3 and x1/4, then returns to normal playback.

2.Move from one area to another (pan) using the arrow buttons.

3.To turn ZOOM off, press ZOOM until you get to the Zoom: Off option.

The three front speakers should be as close as possible to the same height. This often requires placing the center speaker directly on top (A) or beneath (B) the TV set.

REV:	stations in TUNER mode.
	Starts reverse accelerated play.
PLAY:	Starts playing a disc.
FWD:	Starts forward accelerated play.
SLOW:	Selects SLOW motion function.
STOP:	Stops playback.
PAUSE:	Freezes frame, accesses frame advance.

Overview of Controls - Front Panel Controls

Tap repeatedly to adjust the display window
brightness (Normal, Middle level, most dim level).
When restart the unit, the display window brightness	Starts/pauses	Adjusts the	Switches the unit
will be restored to be Normal.	playing a disc.	volume.	on and off.

Playback

Switch the unit and the TV set on.

1.	After loading a disc, playback starts
	automatically, or the disc menu appears. If the
	disc menu appears, select the Play option to
	begin playback.
2.	Press STOP to stop playback.

Types of menus

•	Disc menu — The appearance and contents of
	this menu varies according to the type of disc
	you have inserted. It is separate from the Setup
	menu.
•	Info menu — The unit’s Info menu appears at

A

B

Better surround placement

Location

If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it.

Height

If space permits, install surround speakers 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects.

Test tone/Channel balance

Channel balance

Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator to help you balance the audio level for each channel.

See Audio Setup under The Setup Menu section for more details on how to access this feature.

Level adjustment and surround channel level expectation

Even though you adjust the surround channel to be as loud as the others on the test signal, you might find that surround channels seems quieter for actual TV and Movie content. This is because producers use surround for subtle atmospherics and ambience, and only rarely for special effects.

AUDIO:	Accesses the audio function.
ANGLE:	Accesses the camera angle function for DVD
ZOOM:	disc.
	Accesses the Zoom function.
SUBTITLE:	Selects the subtitle languages or turns subtitle
MEMORY:	off ( if available).
	Creates programs.
HDMI:	Changes video output signals (480p, 720p,
	1080i or1080p).

SUBWOOFER: Shows current Subwoofer setting (Soft/Balance/

	Strong/Powerful). To change setting, first press
	SUBWOOFER button, then use /	buttons
	on the remote control to change the current
RANDOM:	setting.
	Turns on/off random playback on CDDA disc.
REPEAT:	Accesses the repeat function.
LEVEL:	Toggles channels for different level settings.
	Adjusts the value using VOL +/-.

LINE IN jack - connects	Opens and closes	Stops disc	Selects the input sources. Press
audio devices.	the disc tray.	playback.	repeatedly to select:
			• DVD – to watch DVD videos.
			• AUX IN (rear) / LINE IN(front) - to
			listen to the audio input from the
			connected TV, VCR or Set Top Box.
			• TUNER – to listen to the radio.
			• OPTICAL (rear) - to connect digital
			audio components.

Accelerated play

While the disc is playing, press REV or FWD one or more times to vary the speed and direction of the accelerated play. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Pause

While the disc is playing, press PAUSE once for freeze frame. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

Frame advance

1.Press PAUSE twice. “Step” is displayed.

2.Each time you press PAUSE button, the picture advances one frame.

3.Press PLAY to resume normal playback.

the top of the screen while the disc is playing.

Press INFO on the remote to switch the Info

menu on or off.

T T CH

•Setup menu — Press SETUP to access this menu.

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