OWNER’S MANUAL “EMERSON AND THE G-CLEF LOGO ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF EMERSON RADIO CORP., PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY, U.S.A.” COLOR TV/DVD EWC20D5 (20 inch) L K L K C H B G F A INSTRUCCIONES EN ESPAÑOL INCLUIDAS. If you need additional operating assistance after reading this owner’s manual or to order replacement accessories, please call TOLL FREE : 1-800-256-2487. Or visit our WEB SITE at http://www.EmersonAudioVideo.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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PRECAUTIONS LASER SAFETY This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, due to possible eye injury. IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
LOCATION WARNING For safe operation and satisfactory performance of your unit, keep the following in mind when selecting a place for its installation: • Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from sources of intense heat. • Avoid dusty or humid places. • Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes at the top or bottom of the unit. Do not place the unit on a carpet because this will block the ventilation holes.
TABLE OF CONTENTS C IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . .2 DVD SECTION C PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE .5 WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 C ABOUT THE DISCS . . . . . . . . . . . .19 PLAYABLE DISCS . . . . . . . . . . . .19 UNPLAYABLE DISCS . . . . . . . . . .19 C SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES . . . . . . .
FEATURES TV Mode • Infrared remote control • Trilingual on screen TV setup display selectable • • in English, Spanish or French 181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call (A converter may be necessary to view scrambled cable channels.) Closed Caption Decoder – You may view specially labeled (cc) TV programs, movies, news, etc. with either a dialogue caption or text display added to the program.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS - FRONT PANEL - [Fig.1] POWER VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL L L STOP SKIP PLAY SKIP PAUSE OPEN/ CLOSE B G F A L–AUDIO–R K K C H E - SEARCH - D HEADPHONE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 11 12 8. STOP C Button [P.20] Stops operation of the disc. 9. SKIP H / G Buttons [P.22] Press once to skip chapters or tracks to a desired point. SEARCH h / g Buttons (Front panel) [P.21] Press and hold to change forward or reverse playback speed. 10. PLAY B Button [P.
- REAR PANEL - [Fig.3] COAXIAL ANT. 36 37 38 18. SETUP Button [P.26] Hit to enter or exit the setup menu of TV or DVD. 19. TITLE Button [P.20] Displays the title menu. 20. CLEAR Button [P.22] Hit to clear or cancel a setting currently entered. 21. MODE Button [P.23. 24, 25] Hit to call up the program screen or the random screen in the stop mode. Hit to call up the Black Level Setting screen or the Virtual Surround screen during playback. 22. SEARCH MODE Button [P.22] Hit to locate a desired point. 23.
PREPARATION FOR USE ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTION Cables used here are commercially available. [ANTENNA CONNECTION] [CATV/SATELLITE CONNECTION] CATV Box or Satellite Box * 75-ohm Coaxial Cable VHF/UHF VHF VHF/UHF Combiner OR OUT COAXIAL IN From Cable System or Satellite Antenna ANT. UHF Flat twinlead cable VHF VHF or or UHF UHF OR ANT. OR Adaptor 75-ohm Coaxial Cable From Cable System [Fig. 4] *Some cable TV systems use scrambled signals and require a special converter to receive these channels.
CONNECTING TO FRONT A/V INPUT JACKS When you watch a program recorded on another source (VCR or video camera), use the AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks on the front of the unit. Connect the Audio/Video output jacks of another source to the AUDIO L/R and VIDEO jacks of this unit. Then press [SELECT] or [CH. K / L] until “AUX” appears on the screen. POWER VIDEO VOLUME CHANNEL L L STOP SKIP PLAY SKIP PAUSE OPEN/ CLOSE H B G F A L–AUDIO–R K K C E - SEARCH - D HEADPHONE ex.
CONNECTING TO A DOLBY DIGITAL DECODER (for DVD) If using this unit to play a DVD disc in a 5.1 channel Dolby Digital surround format, the unit outputs a DOLBY DIGITAL Data stream from its COAXIAL jack. By hooking the unit up to a Dolby Digital decoder, you can enjoy a more convincing, realistic ambience with powerful and high-quality surround sound as enjoyed in movie theaters. Use audio coaxial digital cables (commercially available) for the audio connections.
TV SECTION TV OPERATION AND SETTINGS DEGAUSSING WATCHING A TV PROGRAM TV TV 1 Plug in the unit power cord Plug the unit power cord into a standard AC outlet. NOTE: • If any digits appear in the corner of the screen, hit [POWER] without unplugging the power cord. 2 Turn on the unit This television has a degaussing circuit that will clear up color errors on the TV screen that are caused by any excess magnetism which happens to get too close to the TV.
• If the unit displays a black box SLEEP TIMER on the TV screen, this means that the unit is set to the TEXT mode. To clear screen, select [CAPTION1], [CAPTION2] or [OFF]. TV The Sleep Timer function turns off the unit without using [POWER] after a desired period of time. 1 Make sure ... • The unit must be turned on. Call up the Sleep Timer Setting Hit [SLEEP] so that “SLEEP 0 MINUTE” appears. 2 1 Select “CAPTION” Hit [SETUP]. Press [K / L] to point to “CAPTION”.
ADDING/DELETING CHANNELS CHANNEL SET UP Make sure ... • The unit must be turned on. The channels you no longer receive or seldom watch can be deleted from the memory. (Of course, you can add the deleted channel into the memory again.) TV AUTO CHANNEL PROGRAMMING 1 Hit [SETUP]. Press [K / L] to point to “CHANNEL SET UP”, then hit [ENTER]. As the initial setting, this unit has memorized all channels, including the ones not available in your area.
V-CHIP SET UP TV This feature enables parents to prevent their children from watching inappropriate material on TV. When you try to access a program which is blocked, “PROTECTED PROGRAM by ...” message appears on the TV screen. NOTES: • When you select a rating and set it to [BLOCK], the higher ratings will be blocked automatically. The lower ratings will be available for viewing. • When you set the lowest rating to [VIEW], all other ratings will automatically be available for viewing.
B MENU LANGUAGE MPAA RATING SET UP TV Follow steps 1 to 3 in the “V-CHIP SET UP” section on page 16. 4 1 Select your desired item Press [K / L] to point to your desired item, then hit [ENTER] to select [BLOCK] or [VIEW]. Selection G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X G PG PG–13 B R NC–17 X [VIEW] [VIEW] [VIEW] [BLOCK] [BLOCK] [BLOCK] Rating Category Explanations General Audience Parental Guidance suggested.
CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS If you subscribe to cable TV, the channels are displayed as 1-125. Cable companies often designate channels with letters or letter-number combinations. Please check with your local cable company. The following is a chart of common cable channel designations.
DVD SECTION ABOUT THE DISCS PLAYABLE DISCS Playable discs DVD-Video Mark (logo) Recorded signals Disc size Digital video (MPEG2) 12 cm or 8 cm Digital audio 12 cm or 8 cm Region code Disc types or * 1,2,4,6,10,11 DVD-RW DVD-R - * 1,3,4,5,6 7,9,10 DVD+RW DVD+R Example Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 - * 1,3,4,5,6,8,9,10 Audio CD * 4,6,10 CD-RW CD-R - Audio CD Example Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 Track 6 * 4,5,6,9,10 is
PLAYING A DISC BASIC PLAYBACK DVD-V GENERAL FEATURES CD DVD-V Getting started ¡Turn on the power of amplifier and any other com- ponents, if necessary. 1 Hit [POWER]. ¡The power will turn on. 2 Hit [OPEN/CLOSE A] to open disc loading tray. 3 Place the chosen disc in the tray, with the label facing up. DVD may contain menus to navigate the disc and access special features.
SLOW FORWARD / SLOW REVERSE RESUME DVD-V CD DVD-V 1 During playback, hit [STOP C]. ¡Resume message will appear on the TV screen. 1 During playback, hit [PAUSE F]. 2 Press [FWD g] or [REV h ] . 2 Hit [PLAY O], playback will resume from the point at which playback was stopped. ¡To cancel resume, hit [STOP C] twice. ¡The resume information stays on even when the ¡“ 1” or “ 1” appears on the screen. 3 To select another speed, repeat step 2 until your required speed number appears on the screen.
SEARCH FUNCTION TRACK SEARCH TIME SEARCH CD DVD-V There are three ways to begin playback on an Audio CD at a specific track. CD 1 During playback, hit [SEARCH MODE] three times (CD: twice) to display the Time Search on the TV screen. Using the Number buttons 2 Within 30 seconds, enter a desired disc 1 Press the Number buttons to enter the desired track number. ¡Playback will start at the selected track. ¡For single digit tracks (1-9), press a single number (eg. track 3, hit [3]).
SPECIAL PLAYBACK FUNCTION REPEAT PROGRAM REPEAT is available only during playback. CD REPEAT TITLE / CHAPTER DVD-V To activate the repeat function, hit [REPEAT] during playback. ¡The repeat mode changes as described below every time you hit the button. CHAPTER TITLE (current chapter repeat) (current title repeat) OFF (repeat off) NOTES: ¡Repeat Title/Chapter is not available with some scenes. ¡The REPEAT setting will be cleared when moving to other title or chapter. 1 In the stop mode, hit [MODE].
CHANGING THE SETTINGS SUBTITLE LANGUAGE STEREO SOUND MODE DVD-V CD The unit allows you to select a language for subtitles during DVD disc (if available) playback. 1 Hit [AUDIO] repeatedly during playback to select between “STEREO”, “L-ch” or “R-ch”. STEREO 1 Hit [SUBTITLE] during playback. ¡The subtitle language will appear on the display bar at the top of the TV screen. 1.
VIRTUAL SURROUND DVD-V CD You can enjoy surround-sound effect over two speakers on this unit. 1 Hit [MODE] twice (CD: once) during playback. OFF 2 Hit [ENTER] to set it “1” (Natural effect), “2” (Emphasized effect) or “OFF”. 3 Hit [MODE] to exit. ¡You can also exit the menu by hitting [RETURN]. NOTE: (for CD play only) ¡Virtual Surround will not be effective if the sound mode is set to something other than STEREO.
CHANGING THE DVD SET UP ITEMS Language CUSTOM MENU DVD-V You can change the DVD player’s settings. 1 Hit [SETUP] twice in the stop mode so that the DVD SETUP menu appears. ¡Hit [L] to select “CUSTOM” SETUP then hit [ENTER]. QUICK CUSTOM INITIALIZE NOTE: ¡If the menu does not appear, hit [PLAY O] first, then hit [STOP C]. Make sure the disc is in the stop mode, then slowly hit [SETUP] twice. 2 Select the desired item. ¡Press [K / L] to select the desired item then hit [ENTER] to confirm.
B C DISPLAY SETTING Choose the appropriate Audio settings for your equipment as it only affects during the playback of DVD discs. Follow steps 1 to 2 in the “CUSTOM MENU” section on page 26. 3 Press [K / L] to select the below items then hit [ENTER]. Follow steps 1 to 2 in the “CUSTOM MENU” section on page 26. TV MODE: QUICK You can change certain aspects of the DVD display screens and on-screen messages on the TV screen. ¡4:3 LETTER BOX (default): To show black bars on top and bottom of the screen.
D PARENTAL CONTROL IF YOU FORGET THE PASSWORD Parental Control limits the disc viewing that exceed your setting (with a password or playback will stop). This feature allows you to prevent discs with alternative scenes from being played by your children. 1 Hit the Number buttons [4], [7], [3], [7] at step 3 . Then enter your new password. ¡Password will be cleared and parental level will be set to “ALL”. PARENTAL LEVEL 2 Proceed with steps 4 to 6 again.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If the unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owner’s Manual, check the unit, consulting the following checklist. PROBLEM No power No operation by infrared remote control CORRECTIVE ACTION • Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet. • Make sure the power is turned on. • Check if the power plug is connected to an AC outlet. • Check the batteries in the remote control. • Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor.
PROBLEM Picture OK, Sound Poor No operation by infrared remote control Different color marks on screen CORRECTIVE ACTION • Try a new channel, if OK, then possible station trouble. • Check for local interference. • Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet. • Check batteries in remote control. • Magnetism from nearby appliances and geomagnetism might affect the color of the TV picture. Move the unit away from the appliances, the unit can repair itself automatically.
DVD Mode PROBLEM No picture Disc cannot be played No sound No DTS audio is output Distorted picture CORRECTIVE ACTION • Insert a correct video disc that plays on this unit. • Hit [SELECT] to select DVD mode, then try other DVD feature. • Insert the disc. • Clean the disc. • Place the disc correctly, with the label side up. • Cancel the parental lock or change the control level. • Connect the audio cables firmly. • Turn the power of the audio component on. • Correct the audio output settings.
MAINTENANCE CABINET CLEANING SERVICING • Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of • Should your unit become inoperative, do not try to • correct the problem by yourself. There are no userserviceable parts inside. Turn off, unplug the power cord and please call our help line mentioned on the front page, to locate an Authorized Service Center. the unit with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry. Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the unit.
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS TV CRT: 20 inch in-line gun, 90˚ deflection tube Television system: NTSC-M Closed caption system: §15.
INDICE ■ INDICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 ■ CONTROLES DE OPERACIÓN Y FUNCIONES . . . . . 34 ■ PREPARACIÓN PARA LA UTILIZACIÓN . . . . . . . . . . 35 CONEXIONES DE ANTENA/CABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 CONEXIÓN A TOMAS DE ENTRADA DELANTERAS 36 CONEXIÓN A UN AMPLIFICADOR ESTÉREO EQUIPADO CON TOMAS DE ENTRADA DIGITAL (para DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 CONEXIÓN A UN DECODIFICADOR DOLBY DIGITAL (para DVD) .
33. Botón ZOOM Amplía parte de la imagen reproducida de un DVD. 34. Botón MUTE Suprime la salida de sonido. Presiónelo de nuevo para restablecer el sonido. 35. Botón SELECT Presione para cambiar al modo TV, modo de entrada externa o modo de DVD. 36. Toma COAXIAL Conecte solamente a la entrada digital de un amplificador externo o decodificador (para audio de DVD solamente). 37. Toma ANT. Conecte a una antena, sistema de televisión por cable o sistema de satélite. 38.
CONEXIÓN A TOMAS DE ENTRADA DELANTERAS Cuando vea un programa grabado en otra fuente (videograbadora o videocámara), utilice las tomas de entrada AUDIO/VIDEO de la parte delantera de la unidad. Conecte las tomas de salida de audio/vídeo de otra fuente a las tomas AUDIO L/R y VIDEO de esta unidad. Despúes, presione [SELECT] o [CH. K / L] hasta que aparezca “AUX” en la pantalla.
SECCIÓN DE TV PARA MIRAR UN PROGRAMA DE TV IDIOMA DEL MENÚ TV TV 1 1 Enchufe el cable eléctrico Enchufe el cable eléctrico de la unidad en un tomacorriente de CA del hogar. NOTA: • Si aparecen números en la esquina de la pantalla, presione [POWER] sin desenchufar el cable eléctrico. 2 2 Encienda la unidad 3 Seleccione el número de canal Presione [CH. K / L] o los botones numéricos para seleccionar su número de canal deseado.
SECCIÓN DE DVD REPRODUCCIÓN BÁSICA DVD-V MENÚ DE DISCO CD DVD-V Para empezar ¡Conecte la alimentación del amplificador y otros componentes, si es necesario. 1 Presione [DISC MENU]. ¡Aparecerá el menú principal de DVD. ¡Si no existe la función, puede aparecer el símbolo en la pantalla de TV. ¡Si el menú de disco existe en el disco, aparecerán el idioma de audio, opciones de subtítulo, capítulos para el título y otras opciones para su selección. 1 Presione [POWER]. ¡La alimentación se conectará.
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LIMITED WARRANTY FUNAI CORP. will repair this product, free of charge in the USA in the event of defect in materials or workmanship as follows: DURATION: PARTS: FUNAI CORP. will provide parts to replace defective parts without charge for one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Two (2) years for Picture Tube. Certain parts are excluded from this warranty. LABOR: FUNAI CORP. will provide the labor without charge for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase.
