Overview of Controls
Important Safety Instructions Connections and Setup Connections and Setup Connections and Setup
FCC Information Important Information
Connections and Setup
RTD315W
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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 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
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
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.
•
•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
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.
•
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
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
Additional safety information
•Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
•
product for ventilation. Do not place product
in or on a bed, rug, in a bookcase or cabinet
vent openings.
•Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes,
cigars, etc. on the product.
•Connect power cord only to AC power
source as marked on the product.
•Care should be taken so that objects do not
fall into the product.
•Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
This product does not contain customer
serviceable components.
If your product operates on batteries,
adhere to the following precautions:
A.Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed
incorrectly, or if all batteries are not replaced
at the same time.
B. Any battery may leak electrolyte or explode
to charge a battery not intended to
be recharged.
C. Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking
batteries can cause skin burns or other
personal injury. When discarding batteries,
be sure to dispose of them in the proper
manner, according to your state/provincial
and local regulations.
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Portable Cart Warning
Overview of Controls
D. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive
It is importantto readthis instruction book prior to using your new product for the time.
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 radiates
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
causeharmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be
and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interferebce 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
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Ventilation
You must adequately ventilate the product.
Make sure there is adequate space around
ventilation. See diagram.
10 cm
10 cm
7 cm
7 cm
10 cm
This product complies with DHHS Rules 21
CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date
of manufacture.
This Home Theater has
earned the ENERGY STAR.
FCC Information
For your safety
The AC power plug is
polarized (one blade is
wider than the other)
and onl ts 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.
electrician to change the outlet, or use a
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.
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.
Service information
This product should be serviced only by
those specially trained in appropriate
servicing techniques.
Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it
shall remain operable and should not be
obstructed during intended use. To be
completely disconnected the apparatus from
supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus
shall be disconnected from the mains socket
outlet completely.
DVD copy protection
In accordance with the DVD standard, your
DVD player is equipped with a Copy
Protection system, which can be switched on
an he 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.
Caution
Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid
exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product.
technicians to prevent accidents caused by
the laser beam.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD
WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING
SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.
SEE MARKING ON BACK OF PRODUCT
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 DURING INTENDED USE. IN ORDER TO
DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM MAINS COMPLETELY, THE MAINS PLUG
SHOULD BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SOCKET OUTLET COMPLETELY.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A WARNINGSIGN ALERTING
YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Important battery information
new and old batteries. Do not use
rechargeable batteries.
observe the polarities indicated inside the
battery compartment. Replace only with
echarge them.
a long period of time, remove
the batteries.
CAUTION
controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those
open covers and do not repair yourself.
liquids, such as vases, should be placed
on the apparatus.
Illustrations contained in this document are
for representation only.
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
Please respect the environment
and prevailing regulat ions.
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.
WARNING
placed on the apparatus.
Things to consider before you
connect
• Ensure that the mains supply in your house
sticker located on the back of your unit.
• Install your unit horizontally, away from any
stron
The components of this unit are sensitive to
heat. The maximum ambient temperature
should not exceed 35°C/95°F.
• Leave enough space around the unit to allow
adequate ventilation: 10 cm/4 inches on either
side and above the top, and 5 cm/2 inches at
the rear.
• The humidity of the room should not
exceed 75%. If you have to use the unit
outdoors, do not expose it to rain or
splashing water. The apparatus should not
be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects led with liquids, such as vases,
should be placed on the apparatus.
• Moving the unit from a cold place to a
warm one can cause condensation on some
components inside the unit. Let the
condensation disappear on its own before
turning the unit on again.
• Before moving the unit, make sure the disc
tray is empty.
• 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.
2. Press down on the Antennas tab to open
the terminal.
3. Make sure the white wire on the AM loop
antenna is inserted into the AM loop
terminal and the other wire is inserted
into the ground loop terminal.
Connecting to your TV (VIDEO)
FM75
Ω
White Antenna
GND
Method 2
Component video jacks (Pr, Pb, Y)
•The component video jacks are color-coded
green, blue and red.
•Additional component video cables (not
supplied) are required to provide best picture
quality. They are usually color-coded green,
blue and red.
•Connect the component video OUT jacks on the
receiver to the component video IN jacks on
your TV so the video content goes from the
receiver to the screen.
Method 1
Composite video jack (yellow)
•The basic video jack is color-coded yellow.
•Video cable (yellow) is supplied for the
connection for good picture quality.
•Connect the video OUT jack on the receiver
to the IN jack on your TV so the video
content goes from the receiver to the
screen.
•If your television is a high
unit's progressive scan output to
get the highest possible video resolution.
Set the Progressive Scan option in the
Video menu to On.
•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.
TV
Red
Blue
Green
Video
cable
Component
video cable
Method 1
Method 2
Connecting AUDIO from external
sources such as TV (Aux-In)
Connecting to your TV (via HDMI
input)
Interface. HDMI transfers digital audio and
uncompressed digital video on a single cable.
Press the HDMI button on the remote control to
change output signals as follows: 480p, 720p,
1080i and 1080p.
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.
Using AUX jack
Using AUDIO IN jacks
Notes:
•
Ø
3.5mm to
Ø
3.5mm audiocables (not included)
•
Press either SOURCE on the main unit or
tnoNI
AUDIO he remote control to select
AUDIO IN mode.
•To listen to the audio input from the connected
component, press SOURCE on the main unit or
AUDIO IN on the remote control to select the
AUDIO IN mode.
Connect the AUX jacks from the unit to the
AUDIO OUT jacks on VCR, TV, Set Top Box or
other component.
Connect the
Ø3.5mm
AUDIO IN jacks on the front
panel of the unit to the headphone output on
mp3 players.
TV
HDMI
HDMI
To HDMI
output
To HDMI
input
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
OR
OR VCR
TV
Set Top Box
AUDIO OUT
White
Red
Audio
cable
Basic playback operations
The Info Menu
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.
Note: 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 speaker.
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Note: Front, Center speakers
provided with this unit are magnetically
shielded to protect your TV set. It is not
recommended to place the surround
speakers and subwoofer near the TV set.
Positioning speakers
1. Left, Right (Front Speakers)
Front speakers carry primarily music and
2. Center
In surround mode, the center speaker carries
most of the dialog as well as music and
It should be set between the left and right
speakers.
3. Surround (Rear Speakers)
The surround speakers’ overall sound balance
should be as close as possible to the front
speakers. Proper placement is vital to
establish
4. Subwoofer
A subwoofer is designed to reproduce
powerful low bass ects (explosions, the
rumble of spaceships, etc.).
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
Aiming
Aim surround speakers straight across the
room, not down at viewers, to help create a
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
ably, a few feet oor
such as on end tables (B).
Test tone/Channel balance
Channel balance
Your receiver is equipped with a test signal
generator for balancing the channels. As the
signal "travels" from channel to channel,
adjust the level controls until each channel
plays at the same loudness level.
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,
on actual program material the surround
channel is adjust the surround level; program
producers use surround for subtle atmospherics
and ambience, and only rarely for special
ON•OFF – S
DVD –Selects the DVD mode
TUNER –Selects the TUNER and selects between FM/AM
AUDIO IN –Selects the FRONT AUDIO IN mode
AUX
–Selects the Auxiliary input (for listening to audio input from
connected TV, VCR or SetTop Box)
0-9 –Number entry.
CLEAR –Quits the current setting manually from the TV screen
without saving change.
INFO –Accesses the Info menu
TITLE –Accesses the title menu of DVD discs
DISC MENU –Accesses the disc menu during playback.
–To navigate through the menus. The left and right arrows
also tune the radio frequency in the tuner mode.
MUTE –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
REV –Starts reverse accelerated play
PLAY –Starts playing a disc
FWD –Starts forward accelerated play
SLOW – Select SLOW motion function.
ZOOM –Accesses the Zoom function
SUBTITLE –Selects the subtitle languages or tunrs subtitle
HDMI –Changes video output signals (480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p)
SUBWOOFER –Selects among subwoofer output
levels (soft/balance/strong/powerful).
wma/jpeg discs.
REPEAT –Accesses the repeat function.
level settings. Adjusts the value using
SURROUND –Changes the Surround sound setting.
In DVD mode, press the button to select
between Dolby Digital and Stereo modes
(DolbyProLogic is available if the input is
Dolby 2ch). In the AUX IN / AUDIO IN
mode (analog input), press the button to
STEREO modes. (Refer to details on
Dolby Digital and Dolby ProLogic.)
Remote control functions in tuner
mode
TUNER –Selects the TUNER and switch between
FM/AM
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)
Overview of Controls
Note:
Insert 2 "AAA"("UM-4"/"R03")
batteries to the remote control prior to
use.
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.
Playing Discs - Basic Functions
Compatible discs
• DVD, DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
• CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Compatible formats
• DVD, JPEG
• CD, WMA
Regional coding
Your unit has been designed to process
regional management information stored on
DVD discs. The regional code for your unit
will not play.
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
3. Press again to close the disc tray.
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.
Accelerated play
While the disc is playing, press REVERSE or
FORWARD 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
3. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
Variable slow motion
1. Press SLOW buttonon the remote in play mode.
2. Each time the SLOW button is pressed, the
3. Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
Changing chapter/track
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 2x, 3x, 4x
and then zooms out to 1/2x, 1/3x and 1/4x,
then returns to normal playback.
2. Move from one area to another (pan)
using the arrow buttons.
get to the ZOOM OFF option.
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 the top of the screen while the disc is
playing. Press INFO on the remote to
