INSTRUCTION MANUAL DVC-2700 DVD Player + Video Cassette Recorder English Lecteur DVD + Magnétoscope à cassette Français Only cassettes marked can be used with this DVD+VCR. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SANYO has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Please read this manual carefully before connecting your DVD+VCR and operating it for the first time. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.
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Table of Contents Introduction Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13 Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD+VCR . . . 11 Basic TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Optional, Preferred TV Connections . . . . . . . 12-13 Before Operation - VCR Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16 On-Screen Display(OSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setting the On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Setting the VCR Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Use Playable Discs Title (DVD only) The main film content or accompanying feature content or music album. Each title is assigned a title reference number enabling you to locate it easily. Audio CD (8 cm/12 cm disc) In addition, this unit can play a CD-R or CD-RW that contains audio titles or MP3 files. Notes – Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW disc itself, some CD-R/RW discs cannot be played on the unit.
Before Use (Continued) Precautions Handling the unit When shipping the unit The original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packaged at the factory. When setting up the unit The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. In this case, position the unit away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc.
Front Panel Disc Tray (DVD deck) Insert a disc here. Z) EJECT(Z Ejects the tape in the VCR deck. INTRODUCTION v/V V) CHANNEL (v To scan up or down through memorized channels. Cassette Compartment (VCR deck) Insert a video cassette here. Remote Sensor Point the DVD+VCR remote control here. Display window Shows the current status of the DVD+VCR. Z) OPEN/CLOSE (Z Opens or closes the disc tray. B) PLAY (B Starts playback of a tape in the VCR deck. DVD/VCR indicator Indicates the active deck.
Display Window The DVD deck is selected. A disc is in the DVD deck. (Lights when a disc is in the DVD deck and Flashes when no disc.) Indicates repeat mode. DVD to VCR copy is in progress. DVD+VCR is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed.(VCR part only) A cassette is in the VCR deck. The VCR deck is selected. DVD COPY VCR REC PM TV Lights when TV mode is active (See page 22.) Indicates PM time. (AM is not displayed.) DVD+VCR is Recording.
Remote Control POWER Switches DVD+VCR ON and OFF. TV/VCR To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the TV tuner. DISPLAY, CLK/CNT Accesses On-Screen display. Switches among the clock, tape counter and tape remaining modes on the display. b/B/v/V (left/right/up/down) - Selects an option in the menu - CH/TRK (v/V): Selects channel of VCR. Adjusts manually the tape’s picture onscreen. SETUP, MENU Accesses or removes DVD setup menu and VCR menu. TITLE Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.
Rear Panel DVD/VCR OUT (VIDEO/AUDIO (Left/Right)) Connect to a TV with video and audio inputs. VCR IN LINE 1 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right)) Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR). COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN VIDEO OUT (Y Pb Pr) (DVD OUT) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs. AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) (DVD OUT) Connect to a TV, amplifier, receiver, or stereo system. S-VIDEO OUT (DVD OUT) Connect to a S-Video Input on TV.
Connections Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the DVD+VCR. Use connections described on pages 11-13. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections. For better sound reproduction, connect the DVD+VCR’s DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT jacks to the audio in jacks of your amplifier, receiver, stereo or audio/video equipment. See Optional, Preferred TV Connections on pages 12-13.
Connections (Continued) Basic TV Connections Optional, Preferred TV Connections Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. RF coaxial connection Connect the RF.OUT jack on the DVD+VCR to the antenna in jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). Note If you use this connection, tune the TV to the DVD+VCR’s RF output channel (CH 3 or 4). How to set the DVD+VCR’s RF output channel 1.
Connections (Continued) Optional, Preferred TV Connections Rear of DVD+VCR PREPARATION (Continued) Note You can ONLY listen to DVD playback using COAXIAL (X) and AUDIO OUT (A2) connections. The tuner and VCR will still be heard through the RF.OUT (R) or DVD/VCR AUDIO OUT (A1) jacks. (See page 12.
Before Operation - VCR Part On-Screen Display (OSD) Some of these functions will be displayed every time the VCR is operated. ❶ ❷ ❸ PLAY SP HI-FI JUL 5 , SAT ❹ ❺ CH 4 STEREO 2:15 PM ❻ ❶ TAPE SPEED DISPLAY ❼ Shows the current tape speed. ❷ FUNCTION DISPLAY Indicates the function in progress. ❸ HI-FI DISPLAY Indicates when this unit is playing back tape recorded with Hi-Fi. ❹ CHANNEL DISPLAY Indicates the selected channel (or LINE1, LINE2).
Setting the VCR Setup Menu Channel Selection 1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear. v/V V to select the SETUP menu, then 2 Press press SELECT/ENTER. The SETUP menu will appear. This DVD+VCR is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125. Preparation: Connect the DVD+VCR to the desired type of antenna or cable TV system, as shown in Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD+VCR on page 11.
Before Operation - VCR Part (Continued) Setting the Clock The DVD+VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the DVD+VCR to set up the clock when the DVD+VCR is turned off. Things to know before starting The clock uses the 12-hour system. (Be sure to set AM and PM correctly.) The initial Clock Setting is JANUARY 1, 2003, 12:00 AM. Auto Clock Set The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory.
Before Operation - DVD Part b/B to change the setting of an item. 3 Use The number buttons can be also be used for setting numbers (e.g., title number). For some functions, press SELECT/ENTER to execute the setting. PREPARATION Caution: Before using the remote control, press the DVD button to select the device to be operated. Temporary Feedback Field Icons General Explanation This manual gives basic instructions for operating the DVD+VCR.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) Initial Settings Disc Language (Audio, Subtitle, Menu) In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings. If you press SETUP, only the first level of the menu system will appear on the TV screen. The second and third level can be displayed by pressing B.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) AUDIO Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Audio Output according to the type of audio system you use. AUDIO Dolby Digital Bitstream DTS Bitstream MPEG PCM Sample Freq. 48 kHz DRC On Vocal On With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation possible, thanks to digital audio technology.
Before Operation - DVD Part (Continued) 3 While “New” is selected, press SELECT/ENTER. a 4-digit password using the numbered 4 Enter buttons to create a personal 4-digit security password then press SELECT/ENTER. LOCK LOCK Rating Unlock Password New Country Code CA Tip If you make a mistake before pressing SELECT/ENTER, press CLEAR to delete the entered all-digit or press b to delete one by one and correct it. Move Rating Select DVD Movies on DVDs may contain scenes not suitable for children.
Normal Playback Search Preparation: This function lets you search for a desired tape section in either direction: forward or reverse quickly and visually. Turn on the TV. Tune the TV to the DVD+VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4) or set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the DVD+VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO. Set the Output Source to VCR as shown in “Setting the Output Source” on page 6. 1 Insert a prerecorded video cassette.
Operation with tape(Continued) Normal Recording Timer Recording Preparation: This DVD+VCR can be programmed to record up to 8 programs within a period of 1 year. For unattended recording, the timer needs to know the channels to be recorded and the starting and ending times. Turn on the power of both the DVD+VCR and TV. Tune the TV to the DVD+VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4) or set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.
Operation with tape(Continued) 11 Use V to choose the SPEED option. B to choose the desired recording Use b/B speed (AUTO, SP or SLP). AUTO mode determines how long tape is left and switches speed from SP to SLP, if necessary, to complete recording the program. There will be some picture and sound distortion at the point of the speed change. Checking (Erasing) the Timer Program Programming can be checked whenever the DVD+VCR is turned on. 1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.
Operation with tape (Continued) Instant Timer Recording Dubbing and Editing Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a recording easily of a preset length without using the program timer. If you wish to edit or dub your camcorder (or another VCR) recordings to this DVD+VCR, the rear (or Front) panel mounted Audio and Video (A/V) input jacks make the connections quick and easy. These direct A/V jacks will also provide better picture results than using the RF jack on the rear panel.
Operation with tape (Continued) MTS (Multi-Channel TV Sound) This DVD+VCR is equipped with the VHS Hi-Fi audio sound system for recording and playback. The information below gives a brief description of Hi-Fi audio and how to record and play a tape in the Hi-Fi audio mode. This DVD+VCR will decode MTS stereo and bilingual (SAP) off-the-air broadcast sound signals.
Operation with tape (Continued) Tape Counter Memory Feature Real-Time Counter Shows length of tape run in hours, minutes, and seconds. Press CLK/CNT to select the real-time counter display. Every press of CLK/CNT changes the TV screen as illustrated below. 2:15 AM CLOCK 0:05:25 COUNTER REM 1:07 REMAINING TIME Counter changes to “0:00:00” when the cassette is ejected. The real-time counter does not operate if nothing is recorded on the tape. The real-time counter will not work unless a tape is inserted.
Operation with DVD Playback Setup General Features DVD Turn on the TV and select the video input source connected to the DVD+VCR. Audio system: Turn on the audio system and select the input source connected to the DVD+VCR. Set the Output Source to DVD as shown in “Setting the Output Source” on page 6. 1 Press OPEN/CLOSE (ZZ) to open the disc tray. your chosen disc in the tray, with the play2 Load back side down. Z) to close the tray. Press OPEN/CLOSE (Z 3 Playback starts automatically.
Operation with DVD (Continued) General Features (Continued) Time Search Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback The Time Search function allows you to start playing at any chosen time on the disc. DVD 1 Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback. The DVD+VCR will now go into PAUSE mode. 2 You can advance the picture frame by frame by pressing PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly on the remote control. 3 To return to playback, press PLAY (H). Search DVD 1 Press and hold BACKWARD (.
Operation with DVD (Continued) Zoom DVD The Zoom function allows you to enlarge the video image and to move through the enlarged image. 1 Press ZOOM during playback or still playback to activate the Zoom function. The square frame will be displayed in the right bottom of the picture. If no button is pressed for more than 10 seconds, the square frame will disappear. Each press of the ZOOM button changes the TV screen in the sequence shown below.
Operation with Audio CD and MP3 Discs Playing an Audio CD and MP3 Notes on MP3 Recordings Discs About MP3 CD MP3 An MP3 file is audio data compressed by using the MPEG1 audio layer-3 file-coding scheme. We call files that have the “.mp3” file extension “MP3 files”. The player can not read an MP3 file that has a file extension other than “.mp3”. The DVD+VCR can play an audio CD. Also, the DVD+VCR can play MP3 formatted recordings on CD-ROM, CD-R or CD-RW discs.
Operation with Audio CD and MP3 Discs (Continued) CD Random MP3 1 Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during playback. 2 To return to playback, press PLAY(H) or press PAUSE/STEP (X) again. MP3 Press BACKWARD (.) or FORWARD (>) briefly during playback to go to the next track or to return to the beginning of the current track. Press BACKWARD (.) twice briefly to step back to the previous track. To go directly to any track, enter the track number using the numbered buttons (0-9) during playback.
Programmed Playback CD MP3 Programmed Playback with Audio CD and MP3 Discs The Program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the player memory. Program can contain 99 tracks (Audio CD) or 300 tracks (MP3). 1 2 Press v V b B to select a track on the List. PROGRAM. Or, press v V b B to highlight 3 Press the “Add” icon then press SELECT/ENTER. Insert an Audio CD or MP3 disc. Audio CD or MP3 menu will appear. The selected track is added to the program list.
Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Cause Correction No power. The power cord is disconnected. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The power is on, but the DVD+VCR does not work. No disc is inserted. No tape is inserted. Insert a disc or tape. (Check that the disc or tape indicator in the display window is lit.) No picture. The TV is not set to receive DVD+VCR signal output.
Troubleshooting (Continued) Cause Symptom Correction Some channels are skipped over when using CH/TRK (v/V) Those channels were deleted with the CH. ADD/DEL option. Use CH. ADD/DEL. to restore channels. See “Channel Selection” on page 15. Picture and sound of broadcasting channel are weak or missing. Antenna or cables are loose. Tighten connections or replace cable. Wrong TUNING BAND option is being used. Try all TUNING BAND options. See “Channel Selection” on page 15 for details.
Language Code List Language Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Abkhazian 6566 Fiji 7074 Lingala 7678 Singhalese 8373 Afar 6565 Finnish 7073 Lithuanian 7684 Slovak 8375 Afrikaans 6570 French 7082 Macedonian 7775 Slovenian 8376 Albanian 8381 Frisian 7089 Malagasy 7771 Somali 8379 Amharic 6577 Galician 7176 Malay 7783 Spanish 6983 Arabic 6582 Georgian 7565 Malayalam 7776 Sudanese 8385 Armenian 7289 German 6869 Maltese 7784 Swahili 8387
Country Code List Enter the appropriate code number for the initial setting “Country Code” (See page 20).
Specifications General AC 120V , 60 Hz 23W 430 X 97.5 X 293 mm (16.9 x 3.9 x 11.5 inches) (w x h x d) 4.8 kg (10.58 lbs) 5˚C to 40˚C (41˚F to 104˚F) 5 % to 90 % NTSC REFERENCE Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Signal system Inputs ANTENNA IN VHS VIDEO IN VHS AUDIO IN Antenna or CATV input, 75 ohms 1 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2 -6.