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To see these displays, set the OSD item in the OPTION menu to ON.
Press [OSD/DISPLAY].
The time and operation details appear on the screen for about 5 
seconds.
[Note]
≥These displays do not appear when paused or during slow play.
≥The on-screen display may be disturbed depending on the 
playback tape or the input signal.When a stereo and/or SAP broadcast is received, “STEREO” and/or 
“SAP” appear showing the type of broadcast.
To change the audio
Press [SHIFT]i[AUDIO].
The audio changes as follows:
≥When playing a tape:
LR>L>R>Normal audio track
^-b 
≥While watching the television:
LR>L>R
^-b 
The table below shows the TV broadcast type, “MTS” settings, and 
audio recording patterns.
Be sure that “MTS” is set to “MAIN” or “SAP” to record on the Hi-Fi 
audio tracks.
[Note]
≥Switch to “MONO” for viewing or recording if a stereo or SAP 
broadcast is impaired by poor reception.
≥To resume stereophonic recording, set “MTS” to “MAIN” or “SAP”.
When you play back recordings of stereo or SAP broadcasts, these 
audio types are automatically selected. The unit may select a 
different type if you start play midway through the program. Press 
[SHIFT]i[AUDIO] to change the type if this occurs.
This function does not work if:
–The tape was recorded on a deck without this system.
–The tape is a recording from external equipment.
On-screen display
1Channel display
Displays the cable television channel or television 
channel currently being received.
2STEREO/SAP indication
Indicates when a program is broadcast in stereo or SAP.
➜right for audio type details.
3L and R indicators
The Left (L) and Right (R) indicators show which sound 
mode is selected as follows:
Stereo: Both the L and R indicators appear.
L: The L indicator appears.
R: The R indicator appears.
Normal: Neither the L and R indicator appears.
4Tape running display
Shows operations taking place.
5Shows the time and tape counter
Press [OSD/DISPLAY].
The display changes as follows.
Present time>Tape counter>Remaining tape time
^b 
Using index search: “S 01” to “S 20” is displayed.
Using jet rewind: “J.REW” is displayed.
≥Press [SHIFT]i[RESET] to reset the tape counter 
(elapsed time) to “0:00.00”.
≥The remaining time is approximate. It will be incorrect if 
you set the wrong tape time in the TAPE SELECT item 
in the OPTION menu and if the tape is of poor quality.
6Cassette in indicator
Shows whether you have loaded a cassette.
7Tape speed indicator
(➜page 32)
8Picture mode indicator
(➜page 31)
CH 1
STEREO
L R0:00.22
1 SP 1
STANDARD
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6
87
Changing audio
TV 
broadcastMTS 
settingAudio track
Normal 
(Mono)Hi-Fi
Left Right
MonoMAIN or 
SAPMono Mono Mono
StereoMAIN or 
SAPLiR 
(Mixed)Left Right
Mono and 
SAPMAIN Mono Mono Mono
SAP Mono Mono SAP
Stereo and 
SAPMAINLiR 
(Mixed)Left Right
SAPLiR 
(Mixed)LiR 
(Mixed)SAP
Auto bilingual choice function
[Remember] Press [VHS] first.
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The radio
Press [TUNER] to put the remote control in TUNER mode.
Up to 15 stations can each be set in the FM and AM bands.
1Press [FM/AM] to select “FM”.
2Press [6] or [5] to tune to the 
lowest frequency (“FM 87.9” MHz or 
“FM 87.5” MHz).
3Press and hold [ENTER].
Release the button when “FM AUTO” is displayed.
The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the 
channels in ascending order.
≥“SET OK” is displayed when the stations are set. The last 
station to be set is then played.
4Repeat steps 1 to 3 to set the AM 
bands.
1Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2Press the numbered buttons to select 
the channel.
Alternatively, press [WCH] or [XCH].
To select a 2-digit number
e.g. 12: [S10] ➜ [1] ➜ [2].
When a stereo FM broadcast is being received.
∫If noise is excessive in FMPress [PLAY MODE] to display “MONO”.
Press [PLAY MODE] again to cancel the 
mode.
The mode is also canceled when you 
change the frequency.
1Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or 
“AM”.
2Press [6] or [5] to select the 
frequency.
Press and hold [6] or [5] until the frequency starts 
scrolling to start automatic tuning. Tuning stops when a station 
is found.
1Tune to the station (➜left).
2Press [ENTER].
3While “PGM” is flashing on the display
Press the numbered buttons to select 
a channel.
Alternatively, press [WCH] or [XCH] then press [ENTER].
The station occupying a channel is erased if another station is preset 
to that channel.
∫FM frequency step
Main unit onlyThe step is factory-set to 0.2 MHz, but you can change it to receive 
broadcasts allocated in 0.1-MHz steps.
1 Press [INPUT SELECTOR]
 on the main unit to select “FM”.
2 Press and hold [INPUT SELECTOR].
After a few seconds the display changes to show the current 
minimum frequency. Continue to hold the button down. The 
minimum frequency changes and the step is changed.
To return to the original step, repeat the above steps.
[Note]
Any FM/AM frequencies preset in channels will be changed by this 
procedure. Preset them again.
VOLUME
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0
100
9
CH
NAVI
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
MENU
ENTER
DIRECT 
NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
OSD/
DISPLAY
TVFM/AM DVD/VHS
DV D T V
VHSTUNER
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
DISC 4
PICTURE MODE
SETUP
OPEN/CLOSE/EJECTJET REW CD MODE
DISC 5
S10ENTER
PLAY 
LIST
TV VOL
TV VOLRESETTV/VIDEOPA G E
GROUPMIX 2CH
SUBTITLEREPEAT
PLAY MODE
MULTI RE-MASTER
SUBWOOFER LEVELC.S.M
SFCC.FOCUSSUPER SRNDPROGRESSIVEMUTING
POSITION
INPUT SELECTOR
OPEN/CLOSEEJECT DISC CHANGEDISC CHECKINPUT
SELECTORREC
/REW FF/STOP PLAYDOWNUPPHONES
CHVOLUMESTOP-DEMO
DISC
DISC
1 2 3 45
 1 2 3 4 5
PLAYPOWERÍ/I
INPUT SELECTOR
Automatic presetting
Selecting the preset channels
STTUNED
MONO
Manual tuning
Presetting the channel one by one
PGM
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Use FM outdoor antenna if radio reception is poor.
≥Disconnect the outdoor antenna when the unit is not in use.
≥Do not use the outdoor antenna during an electrical storm.
Optional FM antenna connection
A
Y
P
B/CB
PR/CR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTS-VIDEO
OUTLINE
OUTLINE
IN VIDEO
OUT DVD/ 
VCR
VIDEO
IN EXT DVD
L
R
RF IN
RF OUTLOOPEXT
75
AM
ANTFM
ANTLOOPANT
GND
11 2
FM outdoor antenna (Using a television antenna)
≥Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
≥The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
Rework your outdoor antenna’s 75 ≠ coaxial cable as follows.
75 ≠ coaxial cable
(not included)
Antenna plug
(included)
1Remove a piece of the 
outer vinyl insulator.
10 mm (
13/32z)
10 mm (
13/32z)
Peel back2Carefully pull the tabs apart to 
remove the cover.3Install the coaxial cable.
Clamp the cable conductor, 
and wind it on so that it does 
not contact anything else. 4Attach the cover.
Clamp with pliers
7 mm (
9/32z)
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of 
Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of 
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603, 4,577,216, and 4,819,098, licensed for limited viewing uses only.
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 and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision 
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
[Remember] Press [TUNER] first.
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Sound field and sound quality
[Note]
You may experience a reduction in sound quality when these sound field systems are used with 
some sources. If this occurs, turn the sound field system off.
See below for details.
Press [SFC].
Each time you press the button:
HEAVY:Adds punch to rock.
CLEAR:Clarifies higher sounds.
SOFT:For background music.
DISCO:Reverberates sound to make you feel like you are in a disc
o.
LIVE:Makes vocals more alive.
HALL:Expands sound to make you feel like you are in a hall.
FLAT:Cancel (no effect is added) (factory preset).
To check the current setting
Press [SFC].
Press [SUPER SRND].
Each time you press the button:
MUSIC:Adds surround effects to 
stereo sources.
MOVIE:Use this mode when playing movie software.
PA R T Y :Sound is in stereo regardless of the direction you are 
facing.
≥You can adjust the volume of the surround speakers to get the best 
surround effect (➜page 45, Speaker level adjustments).
≥Turn Super Surround off when playing a DVD recorded with Dolby 
Digital or DTS. The surround effects will not be reproduced 
correctly if this is left on.
≥When Super Surround is on, Dolby Pro Logic II or Dolby Pro Logic 
turns off.
(Discs where the dialogue is recorded in the center channel)
You can make the sound of the center speaker 
seem like it is coming from within the television.
Press [SHIFT]i[C.FOCUS].
CENTER FOCUS ON()CENTER FOCUS OFF
≥This does not work or have less effect when Super Surround, 
Dolby Pro Logic II or Dolby Pro Logic is turned on.Dolby Pro Logic II is an advanced decoder that derives 5 channel 
surround (Left and Right Front, Center, Left and Right Surround) 
from any stereo program material, whether or not it has been 
specifically Dolby Surround encoded.
Press [ÎPLII].
Each time you press the button:
MOVIE:Movie software, recorded in 
Dolby Surround.
MUSIC:Stereo sources.
≥This does not work when playing multi-channel audio.
Dolby Pro Logic is an active process that enhances sound 
localization through the use of a high separation decoding method 
providing improved spatiality and a wider listening area. The sense 
of directionality is enhanced by the Left, Center, Right and Surround 
channels. Dolby Pro Logic decoding is best utilized with sources 
encoded in Dolby Surround.
Press [ÎPLII].
To cancel
Press [ÎPLII] again.
≥This does not work when playing multi-channel audio.
Sound Field Control
Changes the sound quality.
Super Surround
Adds surround effects to stereo sound.
Center Focus
For clearer dialogues.
only
Dolby Pro Logic II
Changes stereo sound to surround sound.
, TUNER only
Dolby Pro Logic
Changes stereo sound to surround sound.
VOLUME
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100
9
CH
NAVI
CANCEL SPEED PROG
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
MENU
ENTER
DIRECT 
NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
OSD/
DISPLAY
TVFM/AM DVD/VHS
DV D T V
VHSTUNER
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
DISC 4
PICTURE MODE
SETUP
OPEN/CLOSE/EJECTJET REW CD MODE
DISC 5
S10ENTER
PLAY 
LIST
TV VOL
TV VOLRESETTV/VIDEOPA G E
GROUPMIX 2CH
SUBTITLEREPEAT
PLAY MODE
MULTI RE-MASTER
SUBWOOFER LEVELC.S.M
SFCC.FOCUSSUPER SRNDPROGRESSIVEMUTING
POSITION
MEMORY ZOOM
QUICK REPLAYREC
SLEEP
   PLAUDIOTESTCH SELECTSHIFT
INPUT SELECTORC.S.M
SFC
C.FOCUSSUPER SRND
SHIFTC.FOCUSSUPER SRNDr
SLEEP
   PL
SLEEP
   PL
Sound Field Control
Super Surround
Center Focus
SFC
S.SRND
C.F
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic
Software encoded with Dolby Surround can be identified with 
this mark (DVD, CD, Video CD, Laser Disc, Video tape).
PL II
PL 
DVD
VHS
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See below for details.
[DVD-A] [DVD-V]  [VCD]  [CD]
Available sound settings: Dolby Pro Logic  II, Subwoofer level, Center Focus, Sound Field 
Control, Super Surround
After making the sound field or sound quality settings
Press and hold 
[SHIFT] i[C.S.M].
∫ Recall the settings
The unit recalls the settings when you play the disc again.
≥The settings are replaced if you change them. 
≥When you store settings for the 31st disc, the settings for the earliest 
disc are cleared.
≥Press [SHIFT] i[C.S.M] while “CSM” is displayed and the settings 
return to those that were current before the settings were recalled.
≥ Press [SHIFT] i[C.S.M] while “CSM” is out and you are playing a 
disc for which you stored settings and those settings are recalled.
You can output the down-mixed 2 channel signal when necessary 
(e.g. when you intent to record 5.1ch sound on other recording 
equipment).
Press 
[SHIFT] i[MIX 2CH].
To cancel
Press [SHIFT] i[MIX 2CH] again.
[Note]
When “D.MIX” flashes on the display,  the disc contains multiple-
channel signals that cannot be down-mixed.  [DVD-A]
Press [SUBWOOFER LEVEL].
SUB W 1>SUB W 2 >SUB W 3 >SUB W 4 (factory preset)
 ^--------------------------------------------------------------} This is the one of ways to get the appropriate surround effect. Adjust 
the speaker level to the same level as the front speakers.
1Press [SHIFT]
i[TEST] to output a test 
signal.
Lch: Front left
Cch: Center
Rch: Front right
RSch: Right surround
LSch: Left surround
≥ There is no output from SW (subwoofer) channel.
2Press [VOLUME,  r] or [ s] to set the 
volume level normally used for 
listening.
3Press [ 3] (increase) or [ 4] (decrease) 
to adjust the speaker level for each 
speaker.
C, RS, LS: j6 dB to  i6 dB
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
≥ To adjust the balance of the front speakers
While outputting the test signal, press [ 21].
To stop the test signal
Press [SHIFT] i[TEST] again.
∫ To adjust speaker level during play
1Press [CH SELECT] to select the speaker. 
L> C> R> RS >LS >SW
^-----------------------------------------}
SW: Subwoofer
≥ You can only adjust SWch if the disc includes a subwoofer 
channel.
≥ SWch does not appear on the display and is not adjustable 
when Dolby Pro Logic  II or Dolby Pro Logic turned on.
2Press [ 3] (increase) or [ 4] (decrease) to adjust the 
speaker level for each speaker.
C, RS, LS, SW: j6 dB to  i6 dB
(L, R: Only the balance is adjustable.)
≥ To adjust the balance of the front speakers
During play, press [ 21].
only
Custom Sound Memory
Stores up to 30 sound setting (one setting per disc).
only
Down-mixing
Down-mixes multi-channel signals to 2 channels.
Subwoofer level
Adjusts the amount of bass.
Speaker level adjustments
VOLUME
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CANCEL
SPEED
PROG
SKIP SLOW/SEARCH
MENU
ENTER
DIRECT 
NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
OSD/
DISPLAY
TVFM/AM
DVD/VHS
DV D T V VHS TUNER
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
DISC 4
PICTURE MODE
SETUP
OPEN/CLOSE/EJECT JET REW CD MODE
DISC 5
S
10ENTER
PLAY LIST
TV VOL
TV VOLRESETTV/VIDEOPA G E
GROUP MIX 2CH
SUBTITLE REPEAT
PLAY MODE
MULTI RE-MASTER
SUBWOOFER LEVELC.S.M SFCC.FOCUSSUPER SRND PROGRESSIVEMUTING
POSITION MEMORY ZOOM
QUICK REPLAYREC
SLEEP    PLAUDIOTESTCH SELECTSHIFT
INPUT SELECTOR
SHIFTC.S.MSFC
r
MIX 2CH
SUBTITLE
rSHIFT
MULTI RE-MASTER
SUBWOOFER LEVEL
TESTCH SELECTrSHIFT
Custom Sound Memory
Down-mixing
Subwoofer level
CSM
Speaker level adjustments
DVD
DVD
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Other convenient features
See below for details.
Press [SHIFT]i[SLEEP] to select the time 
(in minutes).
SLEEP 30_----)SLEEP 60_----)SLEEP 90
  ^--__ OFF(__ SLEEP 120(__}
To cancel the timer
Press [SHIFT]i[SLEEP] to select “OFF”.
To confirm the remaining time
Press [SHIFT]i[SLEEP] again.
To change the setting
Repeat the procedure from the beginning.
≥The VHS’s timer program recording functions even when the unit is 
turned off by the sleep timer.
Press [MUTING].
To cancel
Press [MUTING] again or reduce the volume to minimum (– – dB), 
then raise it to the required level.
Muting is canceled when you switch the unit to standby.
1Reduce the volume and connect the 
headphones (not included).
Headphone plug type: 3.5 mm (1/8z) stereo
2Adjust headphone volume with 
[VOLUME DOWN, UP].
≥Audio is automatically switched to stereo (2-channel).
[Note]
Avoid listening for prolonged periods of time to prevent hearing 
damage.
Sleep timer
Turns the unit off after a set time.
Muting
Mutes the sound.
VOLUME
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CH
NAVI
CANCEL SPEED PROG
SKIPSLOW/SEARCH
MENU
ENTER
DIRECT 
NAVIGATOR
TOP MENU
RETURN
OSD/
DISPLAY
TVFM/AM DVD/VHS
DV D T V
VHSTUNER
DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3
DISC 4
PICTURE MODE
SETUP
OPEN/CLOSE/EJECTJET REW CD MODE
DISC 5
S10ENTER
PLAY 
LIST
TV VOL
TV VOLRESETTV/VIDEOPA G E
GROUPMIX 2CH
SUBTITLEREPEAT
PLAY MODE
MULTI RE-MASTER
SUBWOOFER LEVELC.S.M
SFCC.FOCUSSUPER SRNDPROGRESSIVEMUTING
POSITION
MEMORY ZOOM
QUICK REPLAYREC
SLEEP
   PLAUDIOTESTCH SELECTSHIFT
INPUT SELECTOR
SLEEP
   PLSHIFTr
PROGRESSIVEMUTING
Sleep timer
Muting
SLEEP
Using headphones
OPEN/CLOSEEJECT DISC CHANGEDISC CHECKINPUT
SELECTORREC
/REW FF/STOP PLAYDOWNUPPHONES
CHVOLUMESTOP-DEMO
DISC
DISC
1 2 3 45
 1 2 3 4 5
PLAYPOWERÍ/I
VOLUME
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Other speaker setup options
[Note]
≥The wall or pillar on which the speakers are to be attached should 
be capable of supporting 10 kg (22 Ib.) per screw. 
Consult a qualified building contractor when attaching the speakers 
to wall. Improper attachment may result in damage to the wall and 
speakers.
≥Do not attempt to attach these speakers to walls using methods 
other than those described in this manual.
1Drive a screw (not included) into a 
wall.
2Fit the speaker securely onto the 
screw(s) with the hole(s).
Ensure the stands meet these conditions before purchasing them.
Observe the diameter and length of the screws and the distance 
between screws as shown in the diagram.
≥The stands must be able to support over 10 kg (22 lb.).
≥The stands must be stable even if the speakers are in a high 
position.
Attaching to a wall
Fitting speaker stands (not included)
30 – 35 mm (13/16q–13/8q)
Wall or 
pillar‰7.5–9.4 mm (
19/64q–3/8q)
8 – 11 mm (
3/8q–7/16q)
Front and surround speakers Center speaker
150 mm
(5
29/32q)
So that the speaker fits up against the 
wall squarely, be sure to press the 
speaker cable down into the groove.
In this position, the speaker will likely fall if 
moved to the left or right.
Move the speaker so the screw is in this 
position.
5 mm (13/64q), 
pitch 0.8 mm (1/32q)
60 mm (2
23/64q)
Plate thickness 
plus 7 to 10 mm 
(plus 
9/32q to 25/64q)Speaker stand
(not included)
Attach the stands 
with these holes. e.g. Front and surround speaker
Optional connections
[A]You can record sound from discs, video cassette 
tapes, or radio, etc., to a tape deck.
1Discs
Press [DVD/VHS] to select “DVD/CD” as the source.
Video cassette tapes
Press [DVD/VHS] to select “VHS” as the source.
Radio
Press [FM/AM] to select “FM” or “AM”.
2 Start recording and play.
Refer to the manual of the other unit for details.
[B]You can playback the sound from a tape deck/laser 
disc player, etc., through this unit’s speakers.
1 Press [VHS] to put the remote control in VHS mode.
2 Press [DVD/VHS] to select “VHS” as the source.
3Press [WCH] or [XCH] to select “AU” channel.
4 Start play.
When connecting a record player
We recommend using a record player with a built-in phono equalizer. 
If your player doesn’t have a built-in equalizer, connect it first to a 
separate equalizer and then to the unit.
Listening to an external source/
Recording to other equipment
Audio cable (not included)
White(L)
Red(R)
A
Y
P
B/CB
PR/CR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTS-VIDEO
OUTLINE
OUTLINE
IN VIDEO
OUT DVD/ 
VCR
VIDEO
IN EXT DVD
L
R
RF IN
RF OUTLOOPEXT
75
AM
ANTFM
ANTLOOPANT
GND
PLAY
OUT REC
IN
AB
L
R
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Optional connections
≥The equipment connections described are examples.
≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions.
≥You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service, to enjoy viewing their programming.
≥Consult your service provider regarding appropriate cable TV box or satellite receiver.
≥Select the applicable input on your television to view the output from your cable TV box/satellite receiver through this unit.
≥The signal from the cable TV box or satellite receiver passes through this unit to the television even when this unit is turned off.
≥Change the video input on the television when you want to watch another program while recording.
≥You cannot do a timer recording unless the channel is first selected on the cable TV box or satellite receiver.
[Note]
When a home satellite system (Dishnetwork/DSS) is connected, 
auto tuning and auto clock setting may not operate properly. Set the 
clock manually (➜page 38).You can record and view both scrambled and unscrambled channels 
if connections are made as shown in the diagram below.
Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver
One cable TV box/satellite receiver
A
Y
P
B/CB
PR/CR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTS-VIDEO
OUTLINE
OUTLINE
IN VIDEO
OUT DVD/ 
VCR
VIDEO
IN EXT DVD
L
R
RF IN
RF OUTLOOPEXT
75
AM
ANTFM
ANTLOOPANT
GND
VIDEO
IN VHF/UHF
RF IN
IN OUTIN OUTIN
From satellite 
dish antenna From antenna 
or cable TV 
jack Cable TV box Satellite receiver
or 75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
(included)Video cable
(included)
75 ≠ coaxial cable
Two cable TV boxes
A
Y
P
B/CB
PR/CR
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTS-VIDEO
OUTLINE
OUTLINE
IN VIDEO
OUT DVD/ 
VCR
VIDEO
IN EXT DVD
L
R
RF IN
RF OUTLOOPEXT
75
AM
ANTFM
ANTLOOPANT
GND
VHF/UHF
RF INVIDEO
IN
OUT1OUT2
IN
IN1
IN2
IN OUT
IN OUT
From cable 
TV jack Connect with 75 ≠ 
coaxial cableVideo cable
(included)
Cable TV
box
2-way
splitter Cable TV
boxSwitch
box Connect with 
75 ≠ coaxial 
cable
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Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead.
∫A single twin lead
≥If your television has both lead and coaxial VHF terminals, use the 
lead connection to minimize signal loss.
∫A twin lead and a coaxial cable
∫Two twin leads
Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna terminals 
on your television. Refer to the television’s operating instructions.
∫A twin lead and coaxial plug terminal
∫A twin lead terminal
∫Two twin lead terminals
∫Multiple antenna terminals
≥Connect to one of the ANTterminals, then change the television’s 
setting as necessary.
If the antenna connector doesn’t match
Other antenna connections to the unit
300–75 ≠ transformer
(not included)
from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cableTo this unit’s
RF IN terminal
from the antenna
(Flat) Twin lead 
300 ≠ cable
To this unit’s
RF IN terminal (Round)
75 ≠ coaxial cableVHF/UHF band mixer
(not included)
from the antenna
To this unit’s
RF IN terminal 300–75 ≠ transformer
(not included)
(Flat) Twin lead
300 ≠ cable
VHF/UHF band mixer
(not included)
Other antenna connections from the unit to the 
television
VHF/UHF band separator
(not included)Television
75 ≠ coaxial cableVHF
UHF
75 ≠ coaxial cable75–300 ≠ transformer
(not included)Television
VHF or 
UHF
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RQT7388
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the following checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart 
do not solve the problem, refer to the “Customer Services Directory” on page 54 if you reside in the U.S.A., or refer to the “Product information” on 
page 55 if you reside in Canada.
PowerPage
No operation
Specific operation impossible or incorrect
Subtitle
Marker
A-B repeat
Menu
No power.≥Insert the AC power supply cords and system cable securely.14
The unit is automatically switched 
to the standby mode.≥The Sleep timer functioned.46
No response when any buttons 
pressed. ≥This unit cannot play discs other than the ones listed in these operating instructions.
≥The unit may not be operating properly due to lightning, static electricity or some other 
external factor. Turn the unit off and then back to ON. Alternatively, turn the unit off, 
disconnect both AC power supply cords, and then reconnect them.
≥Condensation has formed: Wait 1 to 2 hours for it to evaporate.6
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No response when remote control 
buttons pressed.≥Check that the batteries are installed correctly.
≥The batteries are depleted: Replace them with new ones.
≥Point the remote control at the remote control sensor and operate.4
4
18
No picture or sound.≥Check the video and audio connection.
≥Check the power or input setting of the connected equipment.
≥Check that the DVD-RAM has something recorded on it.11–14
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You have forgotten your ratings 
password.
Reset all the settings to Factory 
Preset.≥While stopped and “DVD/CD” is the source, press and hold [66/REW], [1] (PLAY) 
(DVD) and [