RCA DRC8040N manual

Changing Entertainment. Again. DVD Recor der User’ s Guide DRC8040N[...]

Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this DVD recorder to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” in[...]

Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Things to consider before you connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Unpack the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 2 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Types of Discs RECORDING: TYPES OF DISCS YOU CAN USE FOR RECORDING DVD+R 2.4x, 4x, or 8x ONLY; DVD+RW 2.4x and 4x ONLY. NOTES: It is NOT possible to record on CD-R or CD-RW discs. IMPORTANT: It is NOT possible to record content that is copy-pr[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 3 DVD Recorder ST O P C H + / S K I P + C H -/ S K IP - F W D R E VP LA Y / P A U S E O P E N / C L O S E R E C O R D I NP U T Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your DVD recorder. Please use the following chart to determin[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 4 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables This section describes the jacks and cables you can use to make connections (only a coaxial cable, an S-Video cable, and a set of audio/video cables are packed with your DVD recorder—you can purchase oth[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 5 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Back of the DVD Recorder The back of your recorder might look a little overwhelming at fi rst. This section explains what goes where and why. There are two sets of jacks on the back of your unit— INPUT jacks and OUTPUT jacks. Each jack is e[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 6 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup OUTPUT: These jacks send the content (audio and video) from your DVD recorder OUT to the TV so you can see it on the TV screen and hear it through the TV’s speakers. VIDEO: Color coded yellow, the video cable you use with this jack provides [...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 7 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Front of the DVD Recorder ON/STANDBY – Turns the DVD recorder on and off. STOP – Stops playback and/or recording. PLAY/PAUSE – Starts playback of a disc. Pauses recording or playback. REV (reverse) – Searches backwards through the disc[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 8 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup In from cable or antenna TV The back of your TV might look different than the one pictured here. To watch one program while you record another: Tune the TV to its Input 1 channel or Vid 1 channel Tune the DVD recorder to the channel you want t[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 9 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD recorder + TV 1. Connect the signal (cable or antenna): Note: Depending upon how you currently have your TV connected, you’ll have to disconnect the cable from your TV’s Antenna Input jack (sometimes labeled CABLE/ANTENNA) [...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 10 CABLE IN CABLE OUT OPTICAL ON OFF OUTPUT L R PROG. SCAN AUDIO OUT IN INPUT CABLE/ANTENNA CH4 CH3 AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT Y Pb Pr COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO L R INPUT1 INPUT2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANTENNA 3 3a 3b 3c 4 1 1b 2 C[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 11 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD recorder + TV + Basic Cable Box 1. Connect the cable box signal. Note: Before you connect the DVD recorder, you’ll need to disconnect some of the cables fi rst in order to reconnect them. 1b. Connect the RF Coaxial cable th[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 12 OPTICAL ON OFF OUTPUT L R PROG. SCAN AUDIO OUT IN INPUT CABLE/ANTENNA CH4 CH3 AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT Y Pb Pr COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO L R INPUT1 INPUT2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO CABLE/ANTENNA 3a 3b 3c 5 1 SATELLITE IN LOW SPEED DATA[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 13 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Connection: DVD recorder + TV + Satellite Receiver The following instructions enable you to record the programs from your satellite receiver. Because the jack confi guration and labels vary on different satellite receivers and televisions, t[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 14 OPTICAL ON OFF OUTPUT L R PROG. SCAN AUDIO OUT IN INPUT CABLE/ANTENNA CH4 CH3 AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL INPUT S-VIDEO VIDEO OUTPUT Y Pb Pr COMPONENT VIDEO OUT L R AUDIO VIDEO Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Advanced Audio Connection Information Both Dolby Digital® an[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 15 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Install Batteries in the Remote 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote. 2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the diagram on the remote. 3. Put the battery compartment cover[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 16 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup 2) Select the Signal that’s connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT jack Completing this information lets the DVD recorder know what program signals are being sent to it. Choose the type of signal that is connected to the CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT j[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 17 7) Time and Date Your DVD recorder has an automatic clock, but it may take awhile for the DVD recorder to fi nd the correct channel for the clock. Therefore, you might want to set up the clock manually here. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter Year, Date, and Time[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 18 Chapter 1: Connections and Setup Next Steps This chapter is dedicated to connecting your DVD recorder. Choose what you want to do next, and go to the appropriate chapter for instructions. Chapter 2: The Remote Control (page 19) A description of each button is in Chapter 2. A[...]

page 19 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 2 The Remote Control • Explanation of the buttons • Find o[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 20 Explanation of Buttons You can use this remote to operate the DVD recorder, and to access the features available. The remote is also designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components (TVs and satellite receivers). If you have another brand, you can program the remote [...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 21 Find out if the remote can operate your TV This remote control is designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs. 1. Press the TV button. 2. Press the ON•OFF button (if the TV turns on or off, this remote will operate the TV). 3. If that doesn’t work, you can try prog[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 22 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Programming the remote to operate a satellite receiver or cable box This remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan satellite receivers — just press the SAT•CABLE button. If you have another brand or you need to progra[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 23 Chapter 2: The Remote Control Abex 1172 Admiral 1001 1173 1211 Adventura 1174 Aiko 1016 Akai 1002 Alleron 1046 Amtron 1038 Anam National 1003 1038 1192 1193 1194 AOC 1004 1005 1006 1007 1175 1176 1195 Audiovox 1038 Belcor 1004 Bell & Howell 1001 1083 1162 Bradford 1038 B[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 24 Chapter 2: The Remote Control TV (cont.) Sanyo 1004 1048 1049 1080 1107 1108 1162 1169 1180 Scotch 1006 Scott 1004 1006 1012 1024 1035 1038 1046 Sears 1000 1004 1006 1013 1014 1019 1046 1048 1049 1051 1066 1071 1072 1109 1110 1162 1180 1181 1189 Sharp 1004 1006 1012 1029 109[...]

page 25 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 3 Recording, Playback & Features • Watching TV • Recor[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 26 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Watching TV Turn on the DVD Recorder to Watch TV 1. Turn on the TV, and tune the TV to the correct Video Input Channel (this channel corresponds to the input jacks on your TV tha t you used to connect the DVD recorder to the TV).[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 27 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Timer Recordings Setting up timer recordings to record programs automatically 1. From the DVD recorder’s main menu, use the remote’s arrow buttons to highlight Timers , and press the OK button. Tip: You can also access the Ti[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 28 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Disc Library You can fi nd a show you recorded to disc more quickly by using the DVD recorder’s Disc Library. Everytime you use your DVD recorder to record a program, the DVD recorder assigns the disc a number, and keeps track[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 29 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Playback To play recordings, do the following: 1. Turn on the TV and the DVD recorder. 2. Make sure the TV is tuned to the correct Video Input Channel (for help, go to page 18). 3. Insert the DVD+R or DVD+RW disc you want to play[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 30 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features The top menu bar is the name of the disc. With the disc name highlighted, press OK and the options described below appear: Note: You cannot select the disc name for a fi nalized DVD+R disc. 1- Disc name Caroline’ s Bday Rename[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 31 Chapter 3: Recording, Playback & Features Using the Split Title Feature to Copy Camcorder Videocassette Tapes to Disc The Split Title option lets you divide one recording into different titles. This is especially handy when you transfer videocassette tapes from camcorder[...]

Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. page 32 Chapter 4 Playing Discs • Regional Coding • Types of Discs You Can[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 33 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Regional Coding Both the DVD recorder and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for a pre-recorded DVD to play. This player’s code is region 1. However, discs you use for recording (DVD+R and DVD+RW) aren’t assig[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 34 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Using Different Menus Each disc is programmed with different features. There are three separate types of menus that you can use to access features: • The Disc menu – The Disc menu is part of each disc and is separate from the DVD recorder’s men[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 35 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Using the On-Screen Info Display The on-screen Info Display contains many playback features. To see the Info Display, press the INFO button on the remote while a disc is playing (the Info Display appears across the top of the screen). Each feature is[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 36 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Time Display (DVD, Video CD, and Audio CD) This feature displays the time that has elapsed during playback. For DVD discs, the time displayed refers to the current title and acts as a Time Search feature. For example, if you like a particular scene i[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 37 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Repeat Icon (DVD, Video CD, and Audio CD) By default, the Repeat feature is Off. There are three Repeat options: • Title – repeats the title that is playing • Disc – repeats the disc that is playing • A-B – repeats a segment of the disc t[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 38 Chapter 4: Playing Discs Camera Angle Icon (DVD) Some discs contain multiple angles of a particular scene or sequence. If the disc only has one angle, this feature won’t work. Currently, very few discs have this feature. 1. While a disc is playing, press ANGLE on the remot[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 39 Chapter 4: Playing Discs IntroScan Icon (Audio CD) Use the IntroScan feature to preview each track on the CD. 1. While the CD is playing, press INFO (the Info Display appears). 2. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the IntroScan icon. 3. Press OK (the fi rst 20 seconds of e[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 40 Chapter 4: Playing Discs 4. Select a fi le using the and buttons, press OK (the playback options appear). Use the and buttons to scroll through the options and press OK when desired option appears. • mp3 fi le: if you press play when a fi le is highlighted (and you sele[...]

page 41 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 5 Menu System • Overview of the Menu System • Watch TV Men[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 42 Chapter 5: Menu System Overview of the Menu System Since this product has many features, it has a wealth of menus and options. To access the main menu during playback, press the STOP button on the remote. To access the main menu when you’re not playing a disc, press the ME[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 43 Chapter 5: Menu System Watch TV The Watch TV menu shows the current channel or input. To watch TV, press OK when the Watch TV menu is highlighted (the channel banner appears to show you available program information, such as channel, name, and time). For more information, go[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 44 Chapter 5: Menu System Disc Options AutoPlay: When you select On , a pre-recorded DVD disc immediately starts playing after you insert it into the player (there’s no need to press the PLAY button). With AutoPlay On, recordable discs (DVD+R or DVD+RW) with content recorded [...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 45 Chapter 5: Menu System Disc Library The disc library accesses information about what you’ve recorded onto discs. Details of this feature and the submenus are described on page 28. Timers Timer: You can add timers and view or edit existing timers from this menu for automati[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 46 Chapter 5: Menu System To set Ratings: 1. From the DVD recorder’s main menu, select Setup and press OK (the Setup menu items appear). 2. Since Parental Control is already highlighted, just press OK (the Parental Control menu items appear). 3. Highlight Rating Limits and pr[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 47 Chapter 5: Menu System Recording Options: Recording Quality: The better the quality, the more memory (space) the recording will use on the DVD+R or DVD+RW disc. The choices for a disc are: 1 Best 1 hour recording time on an empty 4.7 GB disc 2 High 2 hours recording time on [...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 48 Chapter 5: Menu System Installation: The submenus contained in the Installation menu pertain to the type of signal that is connected to your DVD recorder (cable or off-air antenna). If you move, or change any of the information you entered when you fi rst set up your DVD re[...]

page 49 Graphics contained within this User’s Guide are for representation only. Some of the menu screens, buttons, and display messages might be different in your product than they appear in this book. The on-screen help text provides the most current operational information. Chapter 6 Additional Information • Troubleshooting • Handling Caut[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 50 Chapter 6: Additional Information Troubleshooting General Problems Player won’t work (locks up) • Try unplugging the AC power cord and plugging it back in. • Reset the DVD recorder: on the front of the unit, press and hold the STANDBY/ON button while you press and hold[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 51 Chapter 6: Additional Information Play starts, but then stops immediately • The disc is dirty. Clean it. • Condensation has formed in the DVD recorder. Allow it to dry out. The picture is distorted and/or fuzzy; or “jumps” during disc playback • The disc might be d[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 52 Chapter 6: Additional Information mp3 fi les The following recommendations can’t be taken as a guarantee that the DVD recorder will play mp3 recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality. Certain technologies and methods for mp3 fi le recording on CD-R discs prevent op[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 53 Chapter 6: Additional Information Remote Control Remote won’t work • You might be in the wrong mode. To operate your DVD recorder, press the DVD button on the remote before you press any other b uttons. If you’re operating the TV, press the TV button fi rst, etc. (thi[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 54 Chapter 6: Additional Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year from date of purchase for parts and labor. The warranty period for rental units begins with the fi rst renta[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 55 Chapter 6: Additional Information Accessory Information There are various accessories available to complement your product. Prices are subject to change without notice. All accessories are subject to availability. A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering, an[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 56 Copying content from a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc to a VCR videocassette The following instructions are provided for a general connection in case you might want to copy content from a disc you recorded to a VCR videocassette.The back of your TV and VCR probably don’t exactly mat[...]

Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only. 57 Copying content from a VCR videocassette to a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc The following instructions are provided for a general connection in case you want to copy your VCR videocassettes to disc. The back of your TV and VCR probably don’t exactly match the ones shown here. In ge[...]

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