Lexicon RT 20 User Manual

RT-20Universal Disc Player  
User Guide  
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Introduction  
Lexicon  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
WARNING  
CLASS 1  
LASER PRODUCT  
LASER PRODUKT  
LASER LAITE  
LASER APPARAT  
LASER CLASE 1  
KLASSE 1  
LUOKAN 1  
KLASS 1  
Do not remove the cover from the unit.  
Do not insert anything into the unit through the ventila-  
tion holes.  
PRODUCTO  
Do not handle the mains lead with wet hands.  
Make a space of about .33ft (0.1m) around the unit.  
Slots and openings on the case are provided for ventilation.  
To ensure reliable operation of the unit, to protect it from  
overheating, and to prevent fire hazard, these openings must  
not be blocked or covered with items such as newspapers,  
table cloths, or curtains. In addition, do not place the unit on  
a thick carpet, bed, sofa, or fabric with a thick pile.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures  
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radia-  
tion exposure.  
CAUTION!  
Note:  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible  
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
Before plugging in the unit for the first time, read the following  
carefully: the available power supply voltage differs among  
countries and regions. Make sure the power supply voltage  
of the area where this unit will be used meets the required  
voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel.  
FOR CANADIAN MODEL:  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Do not place naked flame sources, such as lit candles, on the  
unit. Naked flame sources might accidentally fall down,  
causing fire to spread over the unit.  
WARNING  
POUR LE MODELE CANADIEN:  
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 due  
Canada.  
ATTENTION:  
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS  
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPON-DANTE DE LA PRISE ET  
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.  
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OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING  
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the  
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against volt-  
age surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,  
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast  
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,  
size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to  
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A  
below.  
Figure A  
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Lexicon  
DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS  
This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the RT-20 Universal Disc Player. It is important to read this  
user guide before attempting to use the product. Pay particular attention to safety instructions.  
The following symbols are used in the document:  
Appears on the component to indicate the pres-  
ence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside  
the enclosure...voltage that may be sufficient to  
constitute a risk of shock.  
This document uses the term “DVD” to refer to DVD-V, DVD-A,  
DVD-R, and DVD-RW formats. Otherwise, this document uses  
the term DVD-V to refer to DVD Video format, DVD-A to refer  
to DVD Audio format, and DVD-R/RW to refer to DVD-R and  
DVD-RW formats.  
Appears on the component to indicate impor-  
tant operating and maintenance instructions in  
the accompanying literature.  
This document uses the term “CD” to refer to Audio CD, CD-R,  
CD-RW, and Video CD formats. Otherwise, this document uses  
the term Audio CD to refer to Audio CD format, CD-R/RW to  
refer to CD-R and CD-RW formats, and Video CD to refer to  
Video CD format.  
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condi-  
tion or the like that, if not correctly performed  
or adhered to, could result in injury or death.  
WARNING  
This document uses the term “MP3” to refer to CD-R/RW  
formats that include MP3 tracks.  
This document uses the term “display device” to refer to televi-  
sion screens, monitors, and projectors. Unless otherwise indi-  
cated “display device” is not specific to one particular device.  
Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condi-  
tion or the like that, if not correctly performed  
or adhered to, could result in damage or  
destruction to part or all of the product.  
CAUTION!  
Calls attention to information that is essential to  
highlight.  
Note:  
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Table of Contents  
Documentation Conventions........................................................iv  
Table of Contents......................................................................... v  
Important Safety Instructions.......................................................vii  
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise.......................................................vii  
Instrucciones De Seguridad Importantes.....................................viii  
Instructions Importantes Relatives À La Sécurité..........................viii  
Importanti Norme Di Sicurezza ....................................................ix  
Instruções Importantes De Segurança...........................................ix  
Vigtig Information Om Sikkerhed ................................................. x  
Tärkeitä Turvallisuusohjeita........................................................... x  
Viktig Informasjon Om Sikkerhet ..................................................xi  
Viktiga Säkerhetsföreskrifter..........................................................xi  
Unpacking and Inspection...........................................................xii  
Auspacken und Überprüfung.......................................................xii  
Desembalaje e Inspección ...........................................................xii  
Contenu de L’emballage et Inspection ........................................xii  
Disimballaggio ed Ispezione........................................................xii  
Retirando a Embalagem e Inspecionando....................................xii  
Basic Operation  
Front Panel Overview ................................................................ 2-2  
Rear Panel Overview.................................................................. 2-7  
Rear Panel Connections........................................................... 2-10  
Remote Control Overview ....................................................... 2-13  
Operation Considerations ................................................... 2-13  
Remote Control Command Matrix ...................................... 2-13  
Setup  
Top Level Menus....................................................................... 3-2  
Setup Menu .............................................................................. 3-3  
Setup Menu: Language Setup ................................................ 3-3  
Setup Menu: Audio Setup 1 ................................................... 3-6  
Setup Menu: Audio Setup 2 ................................................. 3-16  
Setup Menu: Video Setup..................................................... 3-18  
Setup Menu: Parental Setup ................................................ 3-24  
Setup Menu: Others Setup................................................... 3-26  
HDMI Menu Options............................................................ 3-29  
Video Adjustment Setup....................................................... 3-35  
Disc Menu............................................................................... 3-41  
Title Menu .............................................................................. 3-41  
Function Menu........................................................................ 3-42  
Getting Started  
About The RT-20.......................................................................1-2  
Highlights ............................................................................. 1-2  
Product Registration............................................................... 1-3  
Installation Considerations.........................................................1-3  
DVD-V Regions..........................................................................1-4  
Disc Compatibility.....................................................................1-4  
Discs to Avoid ...........................................................................1-8  
Disc Care & Handling................................................................1-8  
Loading Discs............................................................................1-8  
Remote Control Battery Installation ...........................................1-9  
Quick Start Guide....................................................................1-10  
Playback Modes  
Navigating Disc Menus ............................................................. 4-2  
Disc Menu Command Matrix................................................. 4-3  
Selecting Disc Settings .............................................................. 4-5  
Playback Mode Descriptions...................................................... 4-9  
Playback Modes Table.......................................................... 4-10  
Program List Requirements Table ......................................... 4-23  
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Troubleshooting & Maintenance  
Troubleshooting........................................................................5-2  
Routine Maintenance...............................................................5-14  
Restoring Factory-default Settings............................................5-14  
Appendix  
Specifications.............................................................................A-2  
Declaration of Conformity .........................................................A-3  
Installation Worksheet ...............................................................A-4  
Index  
Limited Warranty ...........................................Inside Back Cover  
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ENGLISH  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
DEUTSCH  
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE  
DE  
US  
US  
DE  
1
2
3
Save these instructions for later use.  
Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit.  
1
2
3
Bewahren Sie diese Anleitungen zur späteren Benutzung auf.  
Befolgen Sie alle Anleitungen und alle Warnhinweise auf dem Gerät  
Always use with the correct line voltage. Refer to the manufacturer’s  
operating instructions for power requirements. Be advised that different  
operating voltages may require the use of a different line cord and/or  
attachment plug.  
Betreiben Sie das Gerät immer mit der korrekten Netzspannung. Ang-  
aben über den Strombedarf entnehmen Sie bitte den Betriebsanweisun-  
gen des Herstellers. Bei unterschiedlichen Betriebsspannungen kann die  
Verwendung anderer Netzkabel und/oder Anschlußstecker erforderlich  
werden.  
4
5
Do not install the unit in an unventilated rack, or directly above heat pro-  
ducing equipment such as power amplifiers. Observe the maximum ambi-  
ent operating temperature listed in the product specification.  
4
5
Bauen Sie das Gerät nie in ein unbelüftetes Rack oder direkt über Wärme  
erzeugenden Geräten wie Verstärkern ein. Beachten Sie die in der  
Produktspezifikation aufgeführte maximale Umgebungstemperatur für  
den Betrieb.  
Slots and openings on the case are provided for ventilation; to ensure  
reliable operation and prevent it from overheating, these openings must  
not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind through any of  
the ventilation slots. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit.  
Schlitze und Öffnungen in der Box dienen der Belüftung, damit das Gerät  
zuverlässig läuft und sich nicht überhitzt. Diese Öffnungen dürfen nicht  
abgedeckt oder blockiert werden. Auch dürfen keine Gegenstände in sie  
hineingesteckt werden. Verschütten Sie niemals Flüssigkeiten, gleich  
welcher Art, auf das Gerät.  
6
7
8
Never attach audio power amplifier outputs directly to any of the unit’s  
connectors.  
To prevent shock or fire hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or mois-  
ture, or operate it where it will be exposed to water.  
6
7
Schließen Sie niemals Stromausgänge des Audioverstärkers direkt an  
das Gerät an.  
Do not attempt to operate the unit if it has been dropped, damaged,  
exposed to liquids, or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance indi-  
cating the need for service.  
Zur Vermeidung von elektrischen Schlägen oder Brandgefahr darf das  
Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt oder an Orten betrie-  
ben werden, wo es mit Wasser in Berührung kommen kann.  
9
This unit should only be opened by qualified service personnel. Remov-  
ing covers will expose you to hazardous voltages.  
8
9
Versuchen Sie nie, das Gerät zu betreiben, wenn es fallen gelassen, bes-  
chädigt oder Flüssigkeiten ausgesetzt wurde oder wenn ein deutlicher  
Leistungsunterschied zu verzeichnen ist, der darauf hinweist, dass es  
gewartet werden muss.  
This triangle, which appears on your component, alerts you to the  
presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage inside the enclo-  
sure…voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.  
Dieser Apparat sollte nur von qualifizierten Fachleuten geöffnet werden.  
Das Abnehmen von Abdeckungen setzt Sie gefährlichen Spannungen aus.  
This triangle, which appears on your component, alerts you to  
important operating and maintenance instructions in this accompa-  
nying literature.  
Dieses Dreieck, welches auf Ihrem Bauteil angebracht ist, warnt  
Sie vor dem Vorhandensein nicht isolierter gef hrlicher Spannung  
im Gerät. Diese Spannung kann so hoch sein, dass das Risiko  
eines Stromschlags besteht.  
Dieses Dreieck, welches auf Ihrem Bauteil angebracht ist, macht  
Sie auf wichtige Betriebs- und Wartungshinweise in diesen Hin-  
weisen aufmerksam.  
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ESPAÑOL  
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES  
FRANÇAIS  
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES RELATIVES À LA  
SÉCURITÉ  
ES  
ES  
FR  
FR  
1
2
Guarde estas instrucciones para futuras referencias.  
1
2
Conservez ces instructions pour pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement.  
Siga todas las instrucciones y tenga en cuenta las advertencias que  
aparecen en la unidad y en las instrucciones de funcionamiento.  
Suivez toutes ces instructions et tenez compte de tous les avertissements  
indiqués sur l’appareil et dans la documentation fournie avec l’appareil.  
3
4
5
Utilice siempre la tensión de línea correcta. Consulte las instrucciones  
del fabricante, donde se especifican los requisitos de alimentación.  
Tenga en cuenta que unas tensiones operativas diferentes pueden pre-  
cisar de la utilización de diferentes cables de alimentación y/o enchufes.  
3
4
5
Utilisez toujours la tension secteur correcte. Consultez les instructions du  
fabricant précisant les caractéristiques d’alimentation à respecter. Atten-  
tion, le type de cordon secteur et/ou de prise secteur peut varier selon  
des tensions en vigueur dans l’installation.  
No instale la unidad en un rack sin ventilación, o directamente sobre  
equipos que generen calor, como amplificadores de potencia. Tenga en  
cuenta la temperatura operativa ambiental máxima que se detalla en las  
especificaciones del producto.  
N’installez pas l’appareil dans un Rack mal ventilé ou directement au-  
dessus d’un appareil dégageant de la chaleur comme un amplificateur de  
puissance. Respectez la température maximale de fonctionnement pré-  
cisée dans les caractéristiques techniques.  
Las ranuras y aberturas del equipo son para su ventilación - para garanti-  
zar un funcionamiento fiable y evitar que la unidad se sobrecaliente, no  
bloquee, cubra o inserte objetos en las aberturas. No derrame nunca  
líquidos de ningún tipo sobre la unidad.  
Les ouvertures dans le boîtier assurent la bonne ventilation de l’appareil,  
évitent toute surchauffe et assurent le bon fonctionnement du système.  
Veillez à ne pas obstruer, couvrir ou insérer d’objets dans ces ouvertures.  
Veillez à ne pas renverser de liquide sur l’appareil.  
6
7
8
Nunca conecte directamente salidas de amplificadores de potencia de  
audio a ninguno de los conectores de la unidad.  
6
7
Ne reliez jamais directement les sorties audio des amplificateurs de puis-  
sance aux connecteurs de l’appareil.  
Para evitar descargas eléctricas o incendios, no exponga la unidad a la  
humedad o la lluvia, ni la utilice donde pueda estar expuesta al agua.  
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’électrocution ou d’incendie, n’exposez pas  
l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité ; ne l’utilisez pas dans des endroits  
exposés aux projections de liquides.  
No intente utilizar la unidad si ésta ha caído, se ha dañado, ha estado  
expuesta a líquidos, o si muestra un cambio importante en sus presta-  
ciones, lo cual indicaría la necesidad de una reparación.  
8
9
N’essayez pas d’utiliser l’appareil si celui-ci est tombé, a été endom-  
magé, exposé à des projections de liquides ou si vous constatez des dys-  
fonctionnements nécessitant l’intervention d’un technicien spécialisé.  
9
Das Esta unidad deberá ser abierta únicamente por personal calificado.  
Si usted quita las coberturas se expondrá a voltajes peligrosos.  
Cet appareil ne doit être ouvert que par un personnel de service qualifié.  
En enlevant les couvercles vous vous exposez à des tensions électriques  
dangereuses.  
Este triangulo, que aparece en su componente, alerta de la pres-  
encia de una tensi n peligrosa no aislada en el interior del equipo  
- una tensi n que puede ser suficiente como para constituir un  
riesgo de descarga el ctrica.  
Este triangulo, que aparece en su equipo, le alerta de instruc-  
ciones operativas y de mantenimiento importantes en los docu-  
mentos que acompa an el producto.  
Le symbole de l’ clair fl ch dans un triangle quilat ral sert alerter  
l’utilisateur sur la pr sence l’int rieur de l’appareil de tensions non  
isol es susceptibles de constituer un risque d’ lectrocution.  
Le point d’exclamation dans un triangle quilat ral sert alerter l’utili-  
sateur sur la pr sence de nombreuses instructions de mainte-  
nance dans le manuel fourni avec l’appareil.  
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ITALIANO  
IMPORTANTI NORME DI SICUREZZA  
PORTUGUESE  
INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA  
PT  
PT  
IT  
IT  
1
2
Conservare le presenti norme per l’utilizzo futuro.  
1
2
Guarde essas instruções para uso posterior.  
Seguire sempre tutte le istruzioni e gli avvertimenti segnati sull’unità e  
nelle istruzioni operative.  
Siga todas as instruções e fique atento aos avisos marcados na unidade  
e nas instruções de operação.  
3
4
5
Utilizzare sempre la corretta tensione di alimentazione. Fare riferimento  
al manuale del costruttore per le caratteristiche di alimentazione. Ten-  
sioni di rete diverse necessitano anche di un diverso cavo con spine dif-  
ferenti.  
3
4
Sempre use com a voltagem correta. Veja no manual de instruções do  
fabricante qual a alimentação necessária. Lembre-se que voltagens de  
operação diferentes podem precisar de um cabo ou plug diferentes.  
Não instale a unidade em um suporte sem ventilação ou diretamente  
acima de equipamentos que produzam calor, como transformadores.  
Observe a temperatura ambiente máxima de operação indicada na espe-  
cificação do produto.  
Non installare l’unità in un rack poco ventilato, o direttamente sopra  
apparecchiature che producono calore, come amplificatori di potenza.  
Controllare la massima temperatura ambientale di esercizio sulle speci-  
fiche tecniche del prodotto.  
5
O revestimento da unidade é provido de fendas e aberturas para venti-  
lação – para assegurar uma operação confiável e evitar que a unidade se  
superaqueça. Não bloqueie, cubra ou insira objetos nas aberturas.  
Nunca derrube líquido de qualquer espécie na unidade.  
Fori ed aperture nei pannelli sono necessari per garantire un corretta  
ventilazione e prevenire surriscaldamenti. Queste aperture non devono  
essere coperte o ostruite. Non inserire oggetti di alcun tipo nei fori di ven-  
tilazione. Evitare il contatto con liquidi di qualsiasi genere.  
6
7
8
Nunca ligue saídas de amplificadores de áudio diretamente a qualquer  
dos conectores da unidade.  
6
7
8
Evitare di collegare le uscite di un amplificatore di potenza direttamente a  
qualsiasi connettore dell’unità.  
Para evitar danos de choque ou fogo, não exponha a unidade à chuva ou  
umidade, ou opere-a onde haja exposição à água.  
Per evitare il rischio di scosse elettriche non esporre il prodotto a pioggia  
o umidità. Evitare l’uso dove possa essere esposto all’acqua.  
Não tente operar a unidade se ela for derrubada, danificada, exposta à  
líquidos ou apresente uma mudança de performance notável, indicando  
a necessidade de manutenção.  
Non tentare di utilizzare il prodotto se è caduto, se è stato a contatto con  
liquidi, o mostra chiari segni di danneggiamento o cambio di prestazioni  
che indicano la necessità di assistenza tecnica.  
9
Esta unidade só deveria ser aberta através de pessoal de serviço qualifi-  
cado. Removendo coberturas o exporão a voltagens perigosas.  
9
Ogni intervento sull’unità va eseguito esclusivamente da personale qual-  
ificato. La rimozione della copertura comporta l’esposizione al pericolo di  
folgorazione.  
Esse triângulo que aparece no seu console, alerta para a pre-  
sença de voltagem perigosa e não isolada no recinto – voltagem  
que pode ser suficiente para constituir um risco de choque.  
Il presente triangolo impresso sul componente avverte la pre-  
senza di tensioni pericolose non isolate all interno della copertura  
– tali tensioni rappresentano un pericolo di folgorazione.  
Esse triângulo ques aparece no seu console alerta para  
instruções importantes de operação e manutenção neste manual.  
Il presente triangolo impresso sul componente avverte l utente  
della presenza nella documentazione allegata di importanti istruz-  
ioni relative al funzionamento ed alla manutenzione.  
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DANSK  
SUOMI  
VIGTIG INFORMATION OM SIKKERHED  
TÄRKEITÄ TURVALLISUUSOHJEITA  
FI  
DK  
DK  
FI  
1
2
3
Gem denne vejledning til senere brug.  
1
2
3
Säilytä nämä ohjeet tulevaa käyttöä varten.  
Følg alle anvisninger og advarsler på apparatet.  
Seuraa kaikkia yksikköön merkittyjä ohjeita ja varoituksia.  
Apparatet skal altid tilsluttes den korrekte spænding. Der henvises til  
brugsanvisningen, der indeholder specifikationer for strømforsyning. Der  
gøres opmærksom på, at ved varierende driftsspændinger kan det blive  
nødvendigt at bruge andre lednings- og/eller stiktyper.  
Käytä aina oikeaa verkkojännitettä. Tehovaatimukset selviävät valmista-  
jan käyttöohjeista. Huomaa, että eri käyttöjännitteet saattavat vaatia  
toisenlaisen verkkojohdon ja/tai-pistokkeen käytön.  
4
5
Älä asenna yksikköä telineeseen jossa ei ole tuuletusta, tai välittömästi  
lämpöä tuotavien laitteiden, esim. tehovahvistimien,  
yläpuolelle.Ympäristön lämpötila käytössä ei saa ylittää tuotespesifikaa-  
tion maksimilämpötilaa.  
4
5
Apparatet må ikke monteres i et kabinet uden ventilation eller lige over  
andet udstyr, der udvikler varme, f.eks. forstærkere. Den maksimale  
omgivelsestemperatur ved drift, der står opført i specifikationerne, skal  
overholdes.  
Kotelo on varustettu tuuletusreiillä ja -aukoilla. Luotettavan toiminnan  
varmistamiseksi ja ylilämpenemisen välttämiseksi näitä aukkoja ei saa  
sulkea tai peittää. Mitään esineitä ei saa työntää tuuletusaukkoihin.  
Mitään nesteitä ei saa kaataa yksikköön.  
Der er ventilationsåbninger i kabinettet. For at sikre apparatets drift og  
hindre over phedning må disse åbninger ikke blokeres eller tildækkes.  
Stik aldrig noget ind igennem ventilationsåbningerne, og pas på aldrig at  
spilde nogen form for væske på apparatet.  
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7
8
9
Älä kytke audiotehovahvistimen lähtöjä suoraan mihinkään yksikön liit-  
timeen.  
6
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Udgangsstik fra audioforstærkere må aldrig sættes direkte i apparatet.  
Apparatet må ikke udsættes for regn eller fugt og må ikke bruges i  
nærheden af vand for at undgå risiko for elektrisk stød og brand.  
Sähköiskun ja palovaaran välttämiseksi yksikkö ei saa olla sateessa tai  
kosteassa, eikä sitä saa käyttää märässä ympäristössä.  
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Apparatet må aldrig bruges, hvis det er blevet stødt, beskadiget eller  
vådt, eller hvis ændringer i ydelsen tyder på, at det trænger til eftersyn.  
Älä käytä yksikköä jos se on pudonnut, vaurioitunut, kostunut, tai jos sen  
suorituskyky on huomattavasti muuttunut, mikä vaatii huoltoa.  
Dette apparat må kun åbnes af fagfolk. Hvis dækslet tages af, udsættes  
man for livsfarlig højspænding.  
Yksikön saa avata vain laitteeseen perehtynyt huoltohenkilö. Kansien  
poisto altistaa sinut vaarallisille jännitteille.  
Denne mærkat på komponenten advarer om uisoleret, farlig  
spænding i apparatet - høj nok til at give elektrisk stød.  
Tämä kolmio, joka esiintyy komponentissasi, varoittaa sinua  
eristämättömän vaarallisen jännitteen esiintymisestä yksikön  
sisällä. Tämä jännite saattaa olla riittävän korkea aiheuttamaan  
sähköiskuvaaran.  
Denne mærkat på komponenten advarer om vigtig driftsog  
vedligeholdsinformation i den tilhørende litteratur.  
Tämä kolmio, joka esiintyy komponentissasi, kertoo sinulle, että  
tässä tuotedokumentoinnissa esiintyy tärkeitä käyttö- ja ylläpito-  
ohjeita.  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Introduction  
NORSK  
VIKTIG INFORMASJON OM SIKKERHET  
SVENSKA  
VIKTIGA SÄKERHETSFÖRESKRIFTER  
NO  
NO  
SE  
SE  
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2
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Ta vare på denne veiledningen for senere bruk.  
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2
3
Spara dessa föreskrifter för framtida bruk.  
Følg alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt på apparatet.  
Följ alla anvisningar och varningar som anges på enheten.  
Apparatet skal alltid anvendes med korrekt spenning. Produktbeskriv-  
elsen inneholder spesifikasjoner for strømkrav. Vær oppmerksom på at  
det ved ulike driftsspenninger kan være nødvendig å bruke en annen led-  
ning- og/eller støpseltype.  
Använd alltid rätt nätspänning. Se tillverkarens bruksanvisningar för infor-  
mation om effektkrav. Märkväl, att andra matningsspänningar eventuellt  
kräver att en annan typs nätsladd och/eller kontakt används.  
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5
Installera inte enheten i ett oventilerat stativ, eller direkt ovanför utrustnin-  
gar som avger värme, t ex effektförstärkare. Se till att omgivningens tem-  
peratur vid drift inte överskrider det angivna värdet i  
produktspecifikationen.  
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Apparatet skal ikke monteres i skap uten ventilasjon, eller direkte over  
varmeproduserende utstyr, som for eksempel kraftforsterkere. Den mak-  
simale romtemperaturen som står oppgitt i produktbeskrivelsen, skal  
overholdes.  
Behållaren är försedd med hål och öppningar för ventilering. För att  
garantera tillförlitlig funktion och förhindra överhettning får dessa öppnin-  
gar inte blockeras eller täckas. Inga föremål får skuffas in genom ventila-  
tionshålen. Inga vätskor får spillas på enheten.  
Apparatet er utstyrt med ventilasjonsåpninger. For at apparatet skal være  
pålitelig i bruk\ og ikke veropphetes, må disse åpningene ikke blokkeres  
eller tildekkes. Stikk aldri noe inn i ventilasjonsåpningene, og pass på at  
det aldri søles noen form for væske på apparatet.  
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Anslut aldrig audioeffektförstärkarutgångar direkt till någon av enhetens  
kontakter.  
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Utgangsplugger fra audioforsterkere skal aldri koples direkte til apparatet.  
Unngå brannfare og elektrisk støt ved å sørge for at apparatet ikke  
utsettes for regn eller fuktighet og ikke anvendes i nærheten av vann.  
För att undvika elstöt eller brandfara får enheten inte utsättas för regn  
eller fukt, eller användas på ställen där den blir våt.  
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Apparatet skal ikke brukes hvis det har blitt utsatt for støt, er skadet eller  
blitt vått, eller hvis endringer i ytelsen tyder på at det trenger service.  
Använd inte enheten om den har fallit i golvet, skadats, blivit våt, eller om  
dess prestanda förändrats märkbart, vilket kräver service.  
Dette apparatet skal kun åpnes av fagfolk. Hvis dekselet fjernes, utsettes  
man for livsfarlig høyspenning.  
Enheten får öppnas endast av behörig servicepersonal. Farliga spännin-  
gar blir tillgängliga när locken tas bort.  
Komponenten er merket med denne trekanten, som er en advar-  
sel om at det finnes uisolert, farlig spenning inne i kabinettet - høy  
nok til å utgjøre en fare for elektrisk støt.  
Denna triangel, som visas på din komponent, varnar dig om en  
oisolerad farlig spänning inne i enheten. Denna spänning är even-  
tuellt så hög att fara för elstöt föreligger.  
Komponenten er merket med denne trekanten, som betyr at den  
tilhørende litteraturen inneholder viktige opplysninger om drift og  
ved.  
Denna triangel, som visas på din komponent, anger att viktiga  
bruksanvisningar och serviceanvisningar ingår i dokumentationen  
i fråga.  
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Introduction  
Lexicon  
US Unpacking and Inspection  
FR  
Contenu de Lemballage et Inspection  
After unpacking the unit, save all packing materials in case the unit  
ever needs to be shipped. Thoroughly inspect the modules and  
packing materials for signs of damage. Report any damage to the  
carrier at once; report equipment malfunction to the dealer.  
Après avoir ouvert l’emballage, conservez-le pour tout retour.  
Inspectez avec soin les modules et les matériaux d’emballage pour  
tout signe de dommage. Veuillez rapporter immédiatement les  
dommages auprès du transporteur. Les dysfonctionnements du  
matériel doivent être signalés à votre revendeur.  
Auspacken und Überprüfung  
DE  
IT Disimballaggio ed Ispezione  
Bewahren Sie nach dem Auspacken des Geräts das Verpackungs-  
material für den Fall auf, dass Sie das Gerät wieder versenden müs-  
sen. Überprüfen Sie die Module und die Verpackung sorgfältig auf  
Anzeichen von Beschädigung. Etwaige Schäden sind dem Trans-  
porteur unverzüglich anzuzeigen; Funktionsstörungen sind dem  
zuständigen Händler zu melden.  
Dopo aver disimballato l’unità, salvi tutto il materiale d’imballag-  
gio, in caso Lei abbia bisogno di spedire l’unità. Ispezioni attentam-  
ente i moduli ed il materiale d’imballaggio per vedere se riportano  
segni di danno. Riporti subito ogni segno di danno al corriere;  
riferisca il malfunzionamento dell’attrezzatura al suo rivenditore.  
Desembalaje e Inspección  
ES  
PT Retirando a Embalagem e Inspecionando  
Después de desembalar la unidad, guarde todos los materiales de  
embalaje por si alguna vez transportar la unidad. Inspeccione con  
atención los módulos y los materiales de embalaje para comprobar  
que no muestren desperfectos. Informe inmediatamente de cual-  
quier desperfecto al transportista; informe de cualquier problema  
de funcionamiento del equipo a su distribuidor.  
Depois de desembalar a unidade, guarde a embalagem caso pre-  
cise enviar a unidade para manutenção. Inspecione cuidadosa-  
mente o módulo e a embalagem procurando sinais de dano. Avise  
à loja qualquer tipo de dano ou mal funcionamento do equipa-  
mento.  
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1
Getting Started  
About The RT-20........................................................................ 1-2  
Highlights......................................................................................................1-2  
Product Registration ......................................................................................1-3  
Installation Considerations.......................................................... 1-3  
DVD-V Regions........................................................................... 1-4  
Disc Compatibility...................................................................... 1-4  
Discs to Avoid ............................................................................ 1-8  
Disc Care & Handling................................................................. 1-8  
Loading Discs............................................................................. 1-8  
Remote Control Battery Installation ............................................ 1-9  
Quick Start Guide..................................................................... 1-10  
Getting Started  
Lexicon  
ABOUT THE RT-20  
Thank you for purchasing the RT-20 Disc Player, a reference-quality  
universal disc transport designed to provide superior audio and  
video performance with virtually any 3- or 5-inch optical media disc  
format. Based on leading-edge DVD and SACD research, the RT-20  
supports DVD-V, DVD-A, DVD-R/RW, SACD, Audio CD, CD-R/RW,  
Video CD, and SVCD formats.  
RT-20 offers three banks of Video Adjust settings for storage of user-  
defined Video Adjust settings.  
Digital audio sources are available on S/PDIF or analog audio out-  
put connectors. Three digital audio output connectors – one S/PDIF  
coaxial, one S/PDIF optical, and one AES/EBU – allow for external  
decoding and processing of Dolby Digital, DTS, and PCM (Linear or  
Packed) sources. Alternatively, built-in 24-bit/192kHz D/A convert-  
ers on all six analog audio output connectors allow high-bandwidth  
formats such as DVD-A and SACD to deliver smooth, expansive  
analog sound without sample rate conversion and digital word  
length reduction.  
The RT-20 incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface  
(HDMI) technology which provides for direct uncompressed digital  
transmission to the display device. HDMI delivers pristine images  
free from any deterioration associated with analog interfaces. The  
RT-20 also delivers exceptional sound quality with Dolby Digital,  
DTS, and PCM (Linear or Packed) digital audio sources. In addition,  
it supports most MP3 audio sources as well as JPEG files.  
Built to Lexicon standards, the RT-20 represents a solid investment  
that integrates into the finest home theaters. With its extensive  
compatibility, the RT-20 delivers exceptional performance whether  
you are watching the latest widescreen DVD, displaying a slide-  
show of your family album saved as JPEG files, or listening to old  
favorites on SACD or the latest MP3s on CD-R. Even the most  
demanding enthusiast will be impressed with its unbeatable combi-  
nation of technological innovation, flexibility, and performance.  
With rear panel connectors befitting a reference-quality player, the  
RT-20 includes the standard composite and S-video output connec-  
tors, as well as progressive-scan component video output on RCA  
or professional-grade BNC connectors. High-precision 14-bit/  
216MHz D/A converters provide a video image without degrada-  
tion during analog conversion. The video component out feature  
converts interlaced video signals to progressive video signals, dou-  
bling the amount of video information sent to a compatible display  
device. The result is a higher quality, more stable image with fewer  
video artifacts.  
HIGHLIGHTS  
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)  
DVD-V, DVD-A, and DVD-R/RW compatibility  
SACD compatibility  
The Video Adjust feature allows for exact, detailed adjustment of  
video settings such as Progressive Motion, sharpness, white, black,  
gamma, hue, and chroma levels, as well as luminance (DNR),  
chrominance (CNR) noise reduction. The Progressive Motion feature  
automatically converts film sources recorded at 24 frames-per-sec-  
ond to 60 frames-per-second to create a more natural picture. The  
Audio CD, CD-R/RW, Video CD, and SVCD compatibility  
14-bit/216MHz D/A video conversion  
Progressive-scan component video output on BNC, RCA, or  
D1/D2 (Mini-D Ribbon) connectors  
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Getting Started  
True 2:3 pull-down for the finest film-based DVD reproduction  
Video Adjust for exact, detailed adjustment of video settings  
Three Video Adjust banks for user-defined settings  
24-bit/192kHz D/A audio conversion  
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS  
The RT-20 requires special care during installation to ensure optimal  
performance. Pay particular attention to the items below and to  
other precautions that appear throughout this user guide.  
Digital audio output on S/PDIF coaxial, S/PDIF optical, or AES/  
EBU connectors  
DO install the RT-20 on a solid, flat, level surface such as a table or  
shelf or in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. An optional rack-  
mount kit is available from authorized Lexicon dealers.  
Still Frame, Frame-by-Frame, Slow, Random, Repeat, and Program  
playback modes  
DO select a dry, well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight.  
Stored disc settings for up to 20 discs  
MP3 and JPEG compatibility  
Optional SACD speaker distance compensation  
Audio Synchronization capability  
Composite and S-video output  
Trigger input connector  
DO NOT install the RT-20 on a surface that is unstable or unable  
to support all four of its feet (unless the RT-20 is installed in an  
equipment rack).  
DO NOT stack the RT-20 directly above heat-producing compo-  
nents such as power amplifiers and other stereo equipment that  
generate heat during use. Avoid installing the RT-20 near radiators  
and other heat-producing appliances.  
IR input connector  
Serial control via RS-232C  
DO NOT expose the RT-20 to high temperatures, direct sunlight,  
humidity, steam, smoke, dampness, and excessive dust.  
Intuitive user-interface  
Optional 19-inch rack mount kit  
DO NOT install the RT-20 near unshielded TV or FM antennas,  
cable TV decoders, and other RF emitting devices that might cause  
interference. Replace unshielded cables with shielded cables when-  
ever possible.  
PRODUCT REGISTRATION  
Please register the RT-20 within 15 days of purchase. Register on-  
line at www.lexicon.com or complete and return the Product Regis-  
tration Card attached to the back cover of this user guide. Retain  
the original, dated sales receipt as proof of warranty coverage.  
DO NOT prevent proper cooling. Do not block or cover ventila-  
tion slots and openings on the RT-20 with items such as newspa-  
pers, cloths, and curtains. Do not operate the RT-20 on a thick  
carpet, bed, sofa, or fabric with a thick pile.  
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Getting Started  
Lexicon  
DO NOT expose the RT-20 to sudden or drastic temperature  
changes, as this might cause condensation to form on the RT-20  
lens. Although condensation will not damage the RT-20, it might  
temporarily impair performance. If this occurs, allow at least 1 hour  
for condensation to evaporate before attempting to load a disc.  
DVD-V REGIONS  
The map shown below indicates DVD-V region codes for all areas of  
the world. All DVD-Vs are marked with a region code, which is  
often located on the disc packaging. The RT-20 rear panel is also  
marked with a region code. The RT-20 is compatible with discs  
marked with this same region code or with the ALL region code.  
The RT-20 is not compatible with discs marked with other region  
codes.  
DO NOT obstruct the front panel display remote control sensor.  
Unless the RT-20 is using the IR IN connector, the remote control  
must be in line-of-sight with the front panel display remote control  
sensor. See “OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS” on page 2-13 for  
more information.  
DISC COMPATIBILITY  
The RT-20 is compatible with disc formats that meet the require-  
ments listed in the tables that begin on the next page. Refer to  
“DISC CARE & HANDLING” on page 1-8, “DISCS TO AVOID” on  
page 1-8 and “NAVIGATING DISC MENUS” on page 4-2 for more  
information.  
Note:  
The RT-20 is not compatible with DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, or  
CD-ROM (except those that include compatible MP3 tracks).  
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Getting Started  
Format  
Logo  
Disc Compatibility Requirements  
Additional Information  
DVD-V  
The RT-20 supports:  
Discs are divided into titles, which are further divided into chapters.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG, or PCM (Linear) digital  
audio  
MPEG-2 video  
Single- or double-sided discs  
Single- or dual-layered discs  
DVD-A  
The RT-20 supports:  
Discs are divided into groups, which are further divided into tracks.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
Linear or PCM (Packed) digital audio (discs may also  
include Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG digital audio  
and MPEG-2 video)  
MPEG-2 video  
Single- or double-sided discs  
Single- or dual-layered discs  
DVD-R/RW  
The RT-20 supports:  
The RT-20 may not allow playback of DVD-R/RWs recorded with a  
personal computer if incorrect software application settings were used  
during the recording process – even if the disc was recorded in a  
compatible format. Refer to the software application documentation for  
more information.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
Discs recorded in DVD-V format  
The RT-20 may not allow playback of DVD-R/RWs recorded using certain  
recorders, software or blank media.  
The RT-20 does not support:  
Unfinalized discs  
Discs that include MP3 tracks  
Copy-once protected discs  
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Getting Started  
Lexicon  
Format  
Logo  
Disc Compatibility Requirements  
Additional Information  
SACD  
The RT-20 supports:  
Discs are divided into tracks.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
Digital audio (DSD)  
Single-, dual-, or hybrid-layered discs  
Audio CD  
CD-R/RW  
The RT-20 supports:  
Discs are divided into tracks.  
The RT-20 does not support the “CD” side of a DualDisc.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
PCM (Linear) digital audio  
The RT-20 supports:  
The RT-20 might not allow playback of CD-R/RWs recorded with a personal  
computer if incorrect software application settings were used during the  
recording process – even if the disc was recorded in a compatible format.  
Refer to the software application documentation for more information.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
Discs recorded in Video CD or Audio CD format  
Discs that include MP3 audio tracks that meet the  
requirements outlined in the table on the next page  
Discs that are unfinalized, although some time infor-  
mation (i.e. playback time) will not display  
Video CD  
SVCD  
The RT-20 supports:  
Discs are divided into tracks.  
Discs are divided into tracks.  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
MPEG-1 digital audio and MPEG-2 video  
The RT-20 supports:  
5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch (8cm) discs  
PCM (Linear) digital audio  
Note:  
The RT-20 does not support the “CD” side of a DualDisc.  
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Getting Started  
Format  
Logo  
Disc Compatibility Requirements  
Additional Information  
MP3  
The RT-20 supports:  
The RT-20 supports MP3 tracks encoded at less than 128kBps. However,  
sound quality will be impaired when playback of these tracks is in  
progress.  
MP3 tracks recorded on a 5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch  
The RT-20 recognizes a maximum of 600 files per folder.  
(8cm) CD-R/RW that is ISO 9660 compatible. The  
disc can be finalized or unfinalized, although infor-  
mation (i.e. playback time) may not display when an  
unfinalized disc is loaded.  
The RT-20 does not support multi-session discs. It recognizes the first  
session recorded on the disc and ignores all other sessions.  
The RT-20 supports some VBR (Variable Bit Rate) tracks, although some  
time information (i.e. playback time) will not display when playback of a  
VBR track is in progress.  
MP3 tracks recorded in MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3  
format with a 44.1 or 48kHz sample rate.  
MP3 tracks that are named with a .mp3 or .MP3  
extension. The first eight characters of folder and  
track names -excluding the extension- appear on the  
on-screen and front panel displays.  
See “Playing MP3 files” on page 4-11 for information about MP3 play-  
back.  
The RT-20 does not support:  
MP3 tracks that do not meet all of the requirements  
listed above.  
MP3 tracks recorded on DVD-R/RWs.  
JPEG  
The RT-20 supports JPEG files stored on 5-inch (12cm)  
CD-R/RWs.  
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Lexicon  
DO load single-sided discs with the label side facing upward.  
DISCS TO AVOID  
The RT-20 is compatible with 5-inch (12cm) and 3-inch (8cm) con-  
ventional, round discs. Do not attempt to load discs with other size  
and shape characteristics, such as those shown below. All discs  
must align with the circular guide inside the disc drawer.  
DO load double-sided discs with the label for the side intended for  
playback facing upward.  
DO return discs to their cases when not in use. Discs should be  
stored in an upright position out of direct sunlight and excessive  
heat, humidity, or cold.  
DO NOT write on disc labels or surfaces with ballpoint pens, pen-  
cils, and other sharp-tipped writing instruments. Do not glue paper  
or attach stickers to discs as shown below. Although not as fragile  
as the recorded side, damage to the label side of the disc can still  
render the disc unplayable.  
DISC CARE & HANDLING  
Discs require special care and handling to ensure optimal perfor-  
mance. All loaded discs must align with the circular guide inside the  
disc drawer. Pay particular attention to the items below.  
DO NOT attempt to load cracked, chipped, scratched, warped,  
dirty, or otherwise damaged discs in the disc drawer. Dirty or dam-  
aged discs might affect playback performance or damage the  
RT-20.  
LOADING DISCS  
Discs require special care and handling to ensure optimal perfor-  
mance. When loading discs, pay particular attention to these  
instructions and to other precautions that appear throughout this  
DO hold discs at their center hole and outer edges as shown above.  
Take care not to leave fingerprints, dirt, and scratches on the disc  
surfaces.  
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Getting Started  
user guide. See “DISC COMPATIBILITY” on page 1-4, and “DISC  
CARE & HANDLING” on page 1-8 for more information.  
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION  
The remote control requires two AA batteries that should be  
replaced as needed. Use alkaline batteries for best results.  
To load a disc:  
1. Press the Open/Close button to open the disc drawer.  
To replace the remote control batteries:  
2. If the disc drawer is not empty, remove the disc loaded in the  
disc drawer.  
1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote  
control. Press the tab and lift the cover away from the remote  
control.  
3. When the disc drawer is empty, load the desired disc in the disc  
drawer.  
2. Remove old batteries (if applicable).  
Load single-sided discs with the label side facing upward. Load  
double-sided discs with the label for the side intended for play-  
back facing upward. All discs must align with the circular guide  
inside the disc drawer.  
3. Observing the proper polarity, insert two AA batteries.  
4. Align the cover over the battery compartment and gently press  
down until it snaps back into place. Dispose of the old batteries  
(if applicable).  
4. When the desired disc has been loaded, press the Open/Close  
button to close the disc drawer. The disc drawer can also be  
closed with a gentle press against the front of the disc drawer.  
5. See the “Remote Control Command Matrix” on page 2-13  
before operating the remote control.  
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Getting Started  
Lexicon  
How to access a JPEG folder:  
QUICK START GUIDE  
1. While a JPEG file is in playback, press the STOP button, and the  
JPEG folder menu will appear on the right side of the screen.  
This section describes how to perform basic tasks. For more  
detailed remote control instructions, see the “Remote Control  
Command Matrix” on page 2-13 and/or the “PLAYBACK MODE  
Descriptions” on page 4-9. See “Setup Menu” on page 3-3 for  
comprehensive RT-20 setup menu information.  
2. Use the remote control and buttons to select the desired  
JPEG folder.  
3. Press ENTER.  
4. Use the remote control and buttons to select a JPEG file.  
5. Press ENTER to begin playback of the JPEG file.  
How to play a disc:  
1. Power on the RT-20.  
How to play a MP3 file:  
If playing a disc with video content, make sure that the display  
device is powered on and set to the correct video input.  
1. Load a disc that contains MP3 files.  
When the disc is loaded, the MP3 tracks will appear on the  
right side of the screen.  
2. Press the remote control or front panel Open/Close button to  
open the disc tray.  
2. Use the and buttons to select the desired MP3 file.  
3. Load the disc with the label side facing upward.  
4. Press the remote control PLAY button.  
3. Press the remote control ENTER button to begin playback of  
the desired file.  
When the first file is playing, the song file menu will appear on  
the right side of the on-screen display.  
How to display a JPEG file:  
1. Load a disc that contains JPEG files.  
How to access all RT-20 SETUP menus:  
The JPEG file menu will appear on the right side of the screen.  
(Some discs may start playback automatically).  
1. Load a disc.  
2. Use the remote control and buttons to select the desired  
2. Press the remote control SETUP button.  
JPEG file.  
3. Press the remote control ENTER button to begin playback of  
the file.  
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How to access a MP3 folder menu:  
6. When you have highlighted a setting that you want to adjust,  
press the remote control and buttons to make adjust-  
ments.  
1. Load a disc that contains MP3 music files.  
2. Press the remote control RETURN button, and the MP3 folder  
menu will appear on the right side of the screen.  
How to adjust Audio Settings:  
3. Use the and buttons to select the desired MP3 folder.  
4. Press the remote control ENTER button.  
1. Load a disc.  
5. Use the and buttons to select a MP3 file.  
6. Press ENTER to begin playback of the MP3 file.  
2. Press the remote control PLAY button.  
3. Press the remote control AUDIO button.  
4. Use the remote control and buttons to scroll through the  
available audio options.  
How to access the DVD information screen (DISPLAY mode):  
5. When the desired setting is highlighted, press the remote con-  
trol ENTER button to select.  
1. Load a disc.  
2. Press the remote control PLAY button. Display mode will not  
function unless the disc is playing or paused.  
How to enable/disable Subtitles:  
3. Press the remote control DISPLAY button to access a screen  
which displays title, chapter, title time, audio settings and sub-  
title information.  
1. Load a disc with video content.  
2. Press the remote control PLAY button.  
3. Press the remote control SUBTITLE button.  
4. Use the and buttons to select the desired subtitle setting.  
How to adjust Video Settings:  
1. Load a disc with video content.  
5. When the desired Subtitle is highlighted, press the remote con-  
trol ENTER button to activate.  
2. Press the remote control VIDEO ADJ. button.  
3. Use the remote control button to highlight the SETUP  
option.  
Note:  
Throughout this user guide, when instructed to activate stop or resume  
mode, note that in some cases, the Stop button must be pressed twice in  
succession to activate stop mode. When stop mode is activated, playback  
cannot be reactivated at the current playback time.  
4. Press the remote control ENTER button.  
5. When the VIDEO ADJUSTMENT screen opens, use the remote  
control and buttons to highlight video settings.  
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How to select and play a CD track:  
1. Load a compact disc.  
2. Use the remote control number button(s) to enter the desired  
track number.  
3. Press the remote control ENTER button to activate playback of  
the selected track.  
How to select and play a chapter while a DVD is playing:  
1. Load a DVD-V disc.  
2. Press the PLAY button to activate playback.  
3. Press the remote control SEARCH button.  
The Search bar appears in the upper left-hand corner of the on-  
screen display.  
4. Use the remote control number button(s) to enter the desired  
chapter number.  
The selected chapter number appears in the Search bar.  
5. Press the remote control ENTER button to activate playback at  
the selected chapter.  
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Front Panel Overview ................................................................ 2-2  
Rear Panel Overview .................................................................. 2-7  
Rear Panel Connections............................................................ 2-10  
Remote Control Overview ....................................................... 2-13  
Operation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13  
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FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW  
The numbers in the front panel illustration correspond with the numbered items below.  
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ꢀ AND ꢁ  
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1. Standby LED  
1 STANDBY LED  
2. Disc Drawer & Open/Close Button  
3. HDMI/DVI Indicator  
4. Play Button  
Lights to indicate that standby mode is activated. Standby mode  
can be activated and deactivated with the remote control POWER  
button or with an associated component connected to the RT-20  
trigger input connector. Standby mode is automatically activated  
after 30 minutes of non-use when the Auto Power Off parameter is  
set to ON_30MIN. See “Auto Power Off” on page 3-29.  
5. Pause Button  
6. Stop Button  
7. On/Off Button  
When the RT-20 is not configured for trigger control, the remote  
control POWER button can be used to activate and deactivate  
standby mode. When the RT-20 is configured for trigger control,  
the associated component connected to the RT-20 trigger input  
connector can be used to activate and deactivate standby mode.  
8. Front Panel Display  
9. Display Off Button  
10. Reverse Skip/Scan Button  
11. Forward Skip/Scan Button  
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When the RT-20 is powered off, standby mode is automatically  
deactivated, although the Standby LED remains lit for a few sec-  
onds after the RT-20 is powered off. When the RT-20 is powered  
on, standby mode is also deactivated, even if standby mode was  
activated when the RT-20 was powered off. The front panel On/Off  
button cannot be used to activate standby mode.  
drawer is open, pressing the Play button closes the disc drawer and  
activates playback from the beginning of the loaded disc.  
5 PAUSE BUTTON  
Activates pause mode, which pauses playback of the loaded disc at  
the current playback time. When playback is activated, pressing the  
Pause button activates pause mode at the current playback time. In  
some cases, a still frame image appears on the associated display  
device screen. When pause mode is activated, pressing the Pause or  
Play button activates playback at the current playback time. The  
Pause button has no effect when resume or stop mode is active.  
Note:  
Power is still supplied to the RT-20 when standby mode is activated.  
2 DISC DRAWER & OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON  
Loads and unloads the inserted disc. When the disc drawer is  
closed, pressing the Open/Close button opens the disc drawer.  
When the disc drawer is open, pressing the Open/Close button  
closes the disc drawer. The disc drawer can also be closed with a  
gentle press against the front of the disc drawer.  
6 STOP BUTTON  
Activates resume mode or stop mode. Resume mode stops play-  
back of the loaded disc and marks the current playback time. Stop  
mode stops playback of the loaded disc.  
When the disc drawer is first closed, the RT-20 attempts to load a  
disc, even if the disc drawer is empty.  
When resume mode is deactivated (when the PLAY button is  
pressed), the RT-20 resumes playing the disk from the marked time  
of playback. When stop mode is deactivated, the RT-20 starts play-  
ing the disc from the beginning. See the “Playback Modes Table”  
on page 4-10.  
3 HDMI/DVI INDICATOR  
When the RT-20 is connected (through the HDMI connector) to an  
HDMI compatible display device, the LED lights green. When con-  
nected to a DVI compatible display device, the LED lights red.  
7 ON/OFF BUTTON  
Connects AC power to the RT-20. When the RT-20 is powered off,  
pressing the On/Off button powers the RT-20 on. When the RT-20  
is powered on, pressing the On/Off button powers the RT-20 off  
and automatically deactivates standby mode. The On/Off button  
does not activate standby mode.  
4 PLAY BUTTON  
Activates playback of the loaded disc at regular playback speed.  
When pause or resume mode is activated, pressing the Play or  
Pause button activates playback at the current playback time.  
When stop mode is activated, pressing the Play button activates  
playback from the beginning of the loaded disc. When the disc  
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beginning of the previous chapter or track. When the RT-20  
loads the selection, playback mode reactivates from the begin-  
ning of the selected chapter or track.  
8 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
The front panel display shows status information about the RT-20  
and the loaded disc. See “Front Panel Display Indicators” on  
page 2-5 for more information.  
Pressing and holding the /button scans through the  
loaded disc in reverse direction at 1/2 normal playback speed.  
When the button is released, playback or pause mode reacti-  
vates at the current playback time.  
9 DISPLAY OFF BUTTON  
When the beginning of the disc is reached, pressing the /ꢅ  
button performs no function.  
Changes the front panel display to one of three settings: bright,  
dim, or off. When the display is off, the LED in the display button  
lights.  
11 FORWARD SKIP/SCAN BUTTON  
Skips or scans in forward direction through the loaded disc. When  
the RT-20 is in resume or stop mode, the /button has no  
effect.  
10 REVERSE SKIP/SCAN BUTTON  
Skips and scans in reverse direction through the loaded disc. When  
the RT-20 is in resume or stop mode, the /button has no  
effect.  
When playback mode is activated:  
Pressing and releasing the /button skips to the beginning  
of the next chapter or track. Subsequent presses also skip to the  
beginning of the next chapter or track. When the RT-20 loads  
the selection, playback mode reactivates from the beginning of  
the selected chapter or track.  
When playback mode is activated:  
Pressing and releasing the /button skips to the beginning  
of the current chapter or track. Subsequent presses skip to the  
beginning of the previous chapter or track. When the RT-20  
loads the selection, playback mode reactivates from the begin-  
ning of the selected chapter or track.  
Pressing and holding the /button scans through the  
loaded disc in forward direction at 4x normal playback speed.  
When the button is released, playback mode reactivates at the  
current playback time.  
Pressing and holding the /button scans through the  
loaded disc in reverse direction at 4x normal playback speed.  
When the button is released, playback mode reactivates at the  
current playback time.  
When the end of the disc is reached, pressing the /button  
performs no function.  
When the beginning of the disc is reached, pressing the /ꢅ  
button performs no function.  
When pause mode is activated:  
Pressing and releasing the /button skips to the beginning  
of the next chapter or track. Subsequent presses also skip to the  
beginning of the next chapter or track. When the RT-20 loads  
When pause mode is activated:  
Pressing and releasing the /button skips to the beginning  
of the current chapter or track. Subsequent presses skip to the  
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the selection, playback mode reactivates from the beginning of  
the selected chapter or track.  
3. Indicates that the number below in the character display is a  
DVD-A group number.  
Pressing and holding the /button scans through the  
loaded disc in forward direction at 1/2 normal playback speed.  
When the button is released, playback mode reactivates at the  
current playback time.  
4. Indicates a Remote Control Signal is being received.  
5. Indicates that random playback is activated.  
6. Indicates that the number below in the display is a DVD-A, CD,  
Video CD or MP3 track number.  
When the end of the disc is reached, pressing the /button  
performs no function.  
7. Indicates that a DTS source is present.  
8. Indicates that A-B repeat playback is activated.  
9. Indicates that repeat playback is activated.  
10. Indicates that a Dolby Digital source is present.  
11. Indicates that a SACD is loaded.  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY INDICATORS  
The numbers in the front panel display illustration shown here  
correspond with the numbered items below.  
12. Indicates that a DVD-V is loaded.  
1. Indicates that a scene recorded from multiple angles is playing.  
13. Indicates that a 192kHz or 96kHz source is present. The sample  
rate appears in red.  
2. Indicates that the RT-20 component video output connectors  
are passing progressive-scan (non-interlaced) video signals.  
14. Indicates that pause is activated.  
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17  
15 16  
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13  
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PRGSVE  
GRP  
DOF F TITLE PROG CHP  
DOLBY D  
COND MP3 N P M  
VCD  
192 kHz  
96 kHz  
AUDIO TOTAL SING  
VOFF  
RNDM TRK  
A-B  
ALL  
22  
23  
36  
37  
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ELAP  
DOWNMIX  
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LFE  
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24  
LS S  
RS  
STEREO MULTI  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
35  
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15. Indicates that playback is activated.  
35. Indicates a SACD is playing multichannel audio.  
16. Indicates that preferred disc settings have been saved for the  
loaded disc (Condition Memory).  
36. Indicates that the Audio Out parameter is set to 2 Channel.  
37. Indicates which channels are recorded on the currently playing  
disc.  
17. Indicates that a VCD is loaded.  
18. Indicates that MP3 audio is playing.  
19. Indicates that NTSC has been activated as the TV system.  
20. Indicates that the TV system selected is PAL.  
21. Indicates that the TV system selected is ‘Multi.’  
22. Indicates that the RT-20 video output connectors are deactivated.  
23. Indicates that the RT-20 digital audio output connectors are  
deactivated.  
24. Character Display  
25. Indicates that the second number on the character display is a  
DVD-V title.  
26. Indicates a program is replaying.  
27. Indicates that the number below in the character display is a  
DVD-V chapter number.  
28. Indicates that “Repeat All” has been selected for VCD, CD or  
SACD.  
29. Indicates that track repeat has been activated for an audio disc.  
30. Indicates that a DVD-A is playing.  
31. Indicates that the time shown in the character display is the  
total playing time of the disc.  
32. Indicates that a VCD, CD, SACD DVD-A or MP3 is playing. The  
playback time is also displayed.  
33. Indicates the elapsed time for a title, chapter or track.  
34. Indicates that a SACD is playing stereo audio.  
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REAR PANEL OVERVIEW  
The RT-20 is manufactured for sale in several different countries. Each version features a rear panel that includes connectors and safety instructions  
appropriate to that particular region.  
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Note:  
7. Trigger Input Switch  
The rear panel shown above includes all possible connectors. However,  
certain connectors are not included on some versions. These instances  
are noted in the rear panel connector descriptions that begin below.  
8. HDMI Output Connector  
9. RS-232C Connector  
10. S-Video Output Connector  
11. Composite Video Output Connectors  
12. TV A/V Euroconnector  
1. Digital Audio Output Connectors  
2. Region Code Indicator  
13. AC Input Connector  
3. Analog Audio Output Connectors  
4. Component Video Output Connectors  
5. IR IN Connector  
6. Trigger Input Connector  
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compatible display device. The result is a higher quality image with  
fewer video artifacts.  
1 DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
All versions offer digital audio output on S/PDIF coaxial and S/PDIF  
optical connectors. The AES/EBU connector offers digital audio output  
with AES/EBU electrical characteristics.  
5 IR IN CONNECTOR  
Provides input of infrared data from industry-standard infrared dis-  
tribution equipment. All models include one female 3.5mm Tip/  
Ring/Sleeve connector labeled IR IN.  
2 REGION CODE INDICATOR  
Indicates the RT-20 region code, which differs from version to version  
depending on the region of purchase. All DVD-Vs are also marked  
with a region code, which is often located on the disc packaging.  
The RT-20 is compatible with discs marked with this same region  
code or with the ALL region code.  
6 TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTOR  
Allows the RT-20 to be controlled with an associated component  
that includes a 12V DC trigger output connector, such as the  
MC-12, MC-8 or MC-4 Digital Controllers or the RV-8 Digital  
Receiver. All versions include one trigger input connector labeled  
TRIGGER INPUT, which is available on a removable terminal block.  
The illustration below displays the polarity of the terminals.  
3 ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
Provide analog audio output. All models include eight RCA connec-  
tors labeled Front L/R (2 pairs), Surround L/R, Center, and Sub  
Woofer. The Audio Out parameter can be used to configure these  
connectors to provide 2- or 5.1-channel analog audio output.  
Trigger Input Connector Polarity  
4 COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
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Provide component video output. All versions include one group of  
RCA and one group of BNC connectors labeled COMPONENT  
VIDEO. Some versions also include a mini D connector labeled D1/  
D2. All component video output connectors can be used at the  
same time.  
To configure the RT-20 for trigger control:  
1. Connect the trigger input connector on the RT-20 to a 12V DC  
trigger output connector on an associated component.  
2. Set the RT-20 trigger input switch to ON.  
The component video output connectors provide progressive-scan  
and interlaced component video output. Progressive-scan compo-  
nent video output converts interlaced video signals to progressive  
video signals, doubling the amount of video information sent to a  
3. Power cycle the RT-20 with the front panel On/Off button.  
The RT-20 will respond when standby mode is activated or deacti-  
vated for the connected component. The RT-20 will not respond to  
the remote control POWER button.  
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10 S-VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR  
When shipped, the trigger input connector is located in the remote  
control bag. Remove the trigger connector from the bag and insert into  
the rear panel.  
Provides S-video output. All versions include one S-video connector  
labeled S2.  
11 COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTORS  
7 TRIGGER INPUT SWITCH  
Provide composite video output. All versions include two RCA con-  
nectors labeled VIDEO. Both composite video output connectors  
can be used at the same time.  
Enables and disables trigger control when the trigger input connec-  
tor on the RT-20 is connected to the trigger output connector on  
an associated component. Whenever the trigger input switch is set  
to ON, the remote control POWER button cannot be used to activate  
and deactivate standby mode.  
12 TV A/V EUROCONNECTOR  
Note:  
Provides composite, S-video, or RGB video and two channels of  
audio output. Some versions include one SCART connector labeled  
TV A/V EUROCONNECTOR. The Video Out parameter controls  
video output format when the RT-20 is using this connector.  
The trigger input switch setting does not take effect until the RT-20 is  
power cycled with the front panel On/Off button. If the trigger switch is  
turned on while the RT-20 is ON, the RT-20 will go into Standby mode.  
The remote control power button cannot be used.  
13 AC INPUT CONNECTOR  
8 HDMI OUTPUT CONNECTOR  
Provides power to the RT-20 through the supplied power cord  
(2 wire, 10 amp, IEC 320). The supplied power cord features the  
appropriate male-end connector for the region of purchase.  
Provides HDMI output. Connect to a HDMI compatible display  
device. HDMI provides uncompressed digital video and audio for  
the highest quality image and sound. HDMI supports all existing  
high-definition formats (720p and 1080i). It also supports  
enhanced definition formats such as 480p and standard formats  
such as NTSC or PAL. HDMI video and audio is transmitted through  
a single cable.  
CAUTION!  
Never make or break connections to the RT-20 unless the  
RT-20 and all associated components are powered off.  
9 RS-232C CONNECTOR  
Enables connection to an external device such as a custom control-  
ler or computer.  
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VIDEO CONNECTIONS  
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS  
Note:  
All versions of the RT-20 require at least one video and one audio  
output connection. These are the minimum connections required  
for playback. However, it is recommended to configure a digital  
and an analog audio connection for optimal performance. An ana-  
log audio output connection is required for SACD playback and  
recommended for DVD-A playback. All connections require stan-  
dard video and audio cables.  
All video output connectors are active at all times unless deactivated  
with the remote control VIDEO ON/OFF button.  
Whenever possible, use an HDMI connection for the best possible  
image quality. All versions offer an HDMI connector.  
When an HDMI connection is not possible, use a component video  
output connection. All versions offer component video output on a  
group of RCA or BNC connectors.  
D1/D2 Connector  
Progressive-scan component video output is available on all com-  
ponent video output connectors. Compared to interlaced video  
signals, progressive-scan video signals double the amount of video  
information sent to a compatible display device. For highest picture  
quality, it is recommended to use a progressive-scan compatible  
display device. When connecting a progressive input TV with the  
component output of the RT-20, select Progressive in the Compo-  
nent Out setting. See “Component Out” on page 3-22.  
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D1/D2 Connector Pin Table  
Pin  
Description  
When an HDMI or component video output connection is not pos-  
sible, use an S-video output connection, which provides better pic-  
ture quality than a composite video output connection. All versions  
offer S-video output on an S-video output connector.  
1
Y or Green  
2
Green Ground  
BY, B-Y or Blue  
Blue Ground  
RY, R-Y or Red  
Red Ground  
3
S-video cables can be difficult to connect. As these cable plugs are  
keyed, it is important to insert them with the proper orientation to  
the connector. Make sure the cable plug is properly aligned with  
the connector before inserting. Then make sure the cable plug is  
fully inserted for a solid connection. When neither an HDMI, com-  
ponent nor S-video output connection is possible, use a composite  
video output connection. All versions offer composite video output  
on an RCA connector.  
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trols video output format when this connection method is used.  
See the illustration and table below for more information.  
HDMI CONNECTION  
All versions of the RT-20 offer an HDMI output. A single HDMI  
cable transmits uncompressed video data and digital audio data  
(e.g., LPCM or bit stream data such as Dolby Digital, DTS, or  
MPEG). See the “HDMI Menu Options” on page 3-29.  
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6 4  
12 10  
20 16 14  
18  
HDMI transmits the DVD image directly as digital data without first  
converting it into analog format. This ensures the highest quality  
image.  
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15  
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TV A/V Euroconnector Pin Table  
Note:  
The HDMI output of the RT-20 can be connected to a DVI jack on a dis-  
play device using a conversion adapter. In this case, it is necessary to  
use a display device with an HDCP-compatible DVI input.  
Pin  
Description  
Pin  
Description  
1
2
3
4
Audio Out Right  
NC  
12  
13  
14  
15  
NC  
Your display device must be compatible with HDMI to properly dis-  
play the image. Refer to the owner’s manual of your display device  
for compatibility information.  
RGB Red Ground  
Ground  
Audio Out Left + Mono  
Audio Ground  
RGB Red Out/Chromi-  
nance  
Video and audio are not output from the HDMI output when Video  
out is set to Off with the remote control VIDEO ON/OFF button.  
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6
RGB Blue Ground  
NC  
16  
17  
RGB Switch  
Note:  
Composite Video  
Ground  
When both devices are powered on and are compatible, the front  
panel HDMI/DVI LED will light green.  
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8
RGB Blue Out  
18  
19  
Ground  
Audio/RGB Switch/16:9  
Composite Video Out/  
Luminance  
TV A/V CONNECTIONS  
Some versions include a SCART (also called a Euro or Peritel) con-  
nector labeled TV A/V EUROCONNECTOR that offers composite,  
S-video, or RGB video and two channels of audio output. When  
making this connection, use a 21-pin male-to-male SCART cable  
with a SCART plug on both ends. The Video Out parameter con-  
9
RGB Green Ground  
NC  
20  
21  
NC  
10  
11  
Ground/Shield (Chassis)  
RGB Green Out  
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output pair labeled Front 1 or Front 2. When DVD-A sources are  
sent to the digital audio output connectors, multi-channel signals  
are downmixed and high sample rates of 176.4 or 192kHz are  
downsampled to 44.1kHz or 48kHz.  
DIGITAL AUDIO CONNECTIONS  
All versions of the RT-20 offer digital audio output on S/PDIF coax-  
ial and S/PDIF optical connectors. The AES/EBU connector offers  
S/PDIF digital audio output with AES/EBU electrical characteristics.  
When making S/PDIF coaxial connections, use a 75ohm intercon-  
nect cable with RCA plugs on each end. Make sure the cable plug is  
fully inserted for a solid connection. When making S/PDIF optical  
connections, use an interconnect cable with TosLink® plugs on  
each end. As these cable plugs are keyed, it is important to insert  
them with the proper orientation to the connector. Make sure the  
cable plug is properly aligned with the connector before the cable  
plug is inserted. When the cable plug is inserted, the protective  
shutter on the connector will open and the plug will click into posi-  
tion, indicating that the cable plug is fully inserted.  
ANALOG AUDIO CONNECTIONS  
All versions of the RT-20 offer analog audio output on eight RCA  
connectors labeled Front L/R (2 pairs), Surround L/R, Center, and  
Sub. When making these connections, use standard audio cables  
with RCA plugs on each end. The Audio Out parameter can be  
used to configure these connectors to provide 2-channel or  
5.1-channel analog audio output. The analog audio output con-  
nectors are color-coded to match the cable plugs. Make sure the  
cable plugs are fully inserted for a solid connection.  
DVD-A & SACD CONNECTIONS  
An analog audio output connection is required for SACD and rec-  
ommended for DVD-A playback. If your pre-amplifier has 5.1-chan-  
nel analog outputs, connect them to the Front L/R (labeled Front  
1), Surround L/R, Center, and Sub analog outputs. If your  
pre-amplifier has only stereo inputs, connect them to the Front L/R  
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Remote controls for different components can interfere with  
one another. Avoid using remote controls for different compo-  
nents at the same time.  
REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW  
The RT-20 remote control provides full operation of the RT-20, exe-  
cuting functions such as menu navigation that are not available  
from the front panel. The Command Matrix on page 2-14 to 2-18  
describes the commands remote control buttons execute.  
The two AA batteries should be replaced as needed. See  
“REMOTE CONTROL BATTERY INSTALLATION” on page 1-9 for  
more information.  
This remote control supports two remote codes: DVD2 and DVD1.  
The default is DVD2.  
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS  
Be sure to set the REMOT CODE on the Front Panel Display menu  
to the same setting as the remote control. The Front Panel Display  
menu remote code default setting is DVD2.  
The bulleted items that begin below describe factors that can  
improve or impede remote control operation. You should observe  
these items and the battery installation instructions on page 1-9  
before operating the remote control.  
To check which remote control code is currently set, hold down  
both the STOP and PAUSE buttons. The current code will be dis-  
played on the RT-20 front panel display.  
If the RT-20 is not using the IR IN connector, the remote control  
must be in line-of-sight with the front panel display remote  
control sensor. Eliminate obstructions between the remote control  
and the remote control sensor. The remote control can become  
unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the  
remote control sensor.  
To set the remote control to DVD1, hold down the remote con-  
trol STOP button and number 1 button for at least 5 seconds.  
To set the remote control back to DVD2, hold down both the  
STOP button and the 2 number button on the remote control  
for at least 5 seconds.  
For optimal performance, position the remote control at a 30  
degree angle no more than 17 feet (5m) from the RT-20 as  
shown below. If the RT-20 is placed inside a glass cabinet,  
smoked glass will reduce the remote control range.  
See “REMOT_CODE” on page 3-34 for more information.  
REMOTE CONTROL COMMAND MATRIX  
The matrix that begins on the next page describes the commands  
remote control buttons execute. The numbers in the RT-20 remote  
control illustrations beginning on the next page correspond to the  
numbered items in the Command Matrix.  
2-13  
Basic Operation  
Lexicon  
COMMAND MATRIX  
3
2
Button  
Command  
VIDEO  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
ON/OFF DIMMER POWER  
Activates and deactivates standby mode when all of the following conditions are met:  
1
POWER  
1
5
4
6
The RT-20 is powered on with the front panel On/Off button.  
CLEAR  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
The trigger input switch is set to OFF.  
+10  
0
When standby mode is deactivated, pressing the POWER button activates standby mode and lights  
the front panel Standby LED. When standby mode is activated, pressing the POWER button  
deactivates standby mode. The Standby LED is not lit when standby mode is deactivated.  
Note that:  
7
PROGRAM SEARCH TOP MENU  
MENU  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Power is still supplied to the RT-20 when standby mode is activated.  
Controls the brightness of front panel display characters. Pressing this button cycles through  
100%, 50%, and off settings. When off is selected, the front panel Display Off button LED lights.  
2
3
ENTER  
Activates and deactivates the rear panel video output connectors, including component,  
composite, S-video, and TV A/V Euroconnectors. When these connectors are deactivated, pressing  
the VIDEO ON/OFF button allows video signals to pass to the associated component. When these  
connectors are activated, pressing the VIDEO ON/OFF button prevents video signals from passing  
to the associated component. The V OFF indicator appears on the front panel display to indicate  
that the video output connectors are off.  
STOP  
PLAY  
PREV  
NEXT  
RANDOM  
Opens and closes the disc drawer. When the disc drawer is closed, pressing this button opens the  
disc drawer. When the disc drawer is open, pressing this button closes the disc drawer. The disc  
drawer can also be closed with a gentle press against the front of the disc drawer.  
4
5
6
ZOOM VIDEO ADJ. A-B  
REPEAT  
DISPLAY  
S. MODE  
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO  
Deletes entries when search modes and certain playback modes are activated. Refer to Section 4  
for more information.  
MARKER  
PAGE CONDITION  
Selects title, chapter, group, or track number when a disc is loaded and the disc menu is closed.  
Press the remote control ENTER button to activate playback of selected track number. When a disc  
is loaded and the disc menu is open, selects the corresponding menu item. In some cases, the  
number buttons can also be used to enter playback mode values. See Section 4 for more informa-  
tion.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
+10  
0
To enter values 10 and above, press the +10 button once for numbers in the teens, twice for  
numbers in the twenties, and so on. Then, press a number button (0 to 9) to enter the second  
digit. For instance, entering a value of 25 requires a button sequence of +10, +10, and 5.  
2-14  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Basic Operation  
Button  
Command  
VIDEO  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
ON/OFF DIMMER POWER  
Opens and closes the RT-20 Setup Menu. See “Setup Menu” on page 3-3.  
7
CLEAR  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
+10  
0
Returns to the previous menu or menu screen.  
8
7
11  
10  
9
PROGRAM SEARCH TOP MENU  
MENU  
RETURN  
SETUP  
8
7
Activates program mode, which is used to create a program list for the loaded disc. When a  
program list has been created, program mode also activates program playback. See “PROGRAM  
MODE” on page 4-20.  
9
13  
ENTER  
Activates search mode, which activates playback of a specific title, chapter, group, track, folder,  
time, frame, or page on the loaded disc. See “SEARCH MODE” on page 4-24.  
10  
11  
12  
14  
STOP  
PLAY  
13  
Opens the disc menu or top menu, provided the loaded disc includes a menu. In some cases,  
pressing the MENU and TOP MENU buttons opens the same menu. In other cases, a specific  
button must be pressed to open the menu. For instance, the TOP MENU button must be pressed  
to open DVD-A top menus. See the “Disc Menu Command Matrix” on page 4-3 for more informa-  
tion.  
PREV  
NEXT  
RANDOM  
ZOOM VIDEO ADJ. A-B  
REPEAT  
Selects the current menu option. In some instances, pressing the ENTER button will toggle  
between two menu parameters settings.  
12  
13  
DISPLAY  
S. MODE  
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO  
MARKER  
PAGE CONDITION  
Navigates through the Setup menus, as well as certain disc menus. Instances in which the and  
arrows perform different functions are noted throughout this user guide. Refer to Sections 3  
and 4 for more information.  
DVD-V ONLY: When pause mode is activated, pressing and releasing the button activates  
frame-by-frame playback in reverse direction. When the button is released, pause mode reactivates.  
DVD-V ONLY: When pause mode is activated, pressing and releasing the button activates  
frame-by-frame playback in forward direction. When the button is released, pause mode reactivates.  
Activates playback of the loaded disc at regular playback speed. When pause or resume mode is  
activated, pressing the PLAY or Pause button activates playback at the current playback time. When  
stop mode is activated, pressing the PLAY button activates playback from the beginning of the  
loaded disc. When the disc drawer is open, pressing the PLAY button closes the disc drawer and  
activates playback from the beginning of the loaded disc.  
14  
2-15  
Basic Operation  
Lexicon  
Button  
Command  
VIDEO  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
ON/OFF DIMMER POWER  
Stops the loaded disc. Activates resume mode, which pauses playback of the loaded disc at the  
current playback time. The STOP button can also be used to activate stop mode, which stops playback  
of the loaded disc. The “Playback Modes Table” on page 4-10 indicates the playback modes  
available for each disc format. When playback or pause mode is activated, pressing the STOP button  
activates resume or stop mode. In some cases, the STOP button must be pressed twice in  
succession to activate stop mode. When resume mode is activated, pressing the STOP button activates  
stop mode.  
15  
STOP  
CLEAR  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
+10  
0
7
PROGRAM SEARCH TOP MENU  
MENU  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Skips to the beginning of the current chapter or track. Subsequent presses skip to the beginning of  
the previous chapter or track. When the RT-20 loads the selection, playback mode reactivates from the  
beginning of the selected chapter or track.  
16  
17  
PREV  
Skips to the beginning of the next chapter or track. Subsequent presses also skip to the beginning  
of the next chapter or track. When the RT-20 loads the selection, playback mode reactivates from  
the beginning of the selected chapter or track.  
ENTER  
STOP  
PLAY  
15  
16  
18  
When playback is activated, pressing the button scans through the loaded disc in reverse direction.  
Subsequent presses cycle through each of the seven available scanning speeds. Pressing the PLAY  
button reactivates playback.  
DVD-V ONLY: When pause mode is activated, pressing and holding the button for 1 second  
activates slow playback in reverse direction at 1/2 normal playback speed. When slow playback is  
activated, pressing and releasing the button cycles through 1/8, 1/6, 1/4, and 1/2 regular playback  
speeds. Pressing the PLAY button reactivates playback at normal playback speed.  
PREV  
NEXT  
16  
17  
RANDOM  
ZOOM VIDEO ADJ. A-B  
REPEAT  
DISPLAY  
S. MODE  
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO  
DVD-V ONLY: When playback is activated, pressing the button scans through the loaded disc in  
forward direction. Subsequent presses cycle through each of the seven available scanning speeds.  
Pressing the PLAY button reactivates playback.  
MARKER  
PAGE CONDITION  
When pause mode is activated, pressing and holding the button for 1 second activates slow  
playback in forward direction at 1/2 regular playback speed. When slow playback is activated,  
pressing and releasing the button cycles through 1/8, 1/6, 1/4, and 1/2 regular playback  
speeds. Pressing the PLAY button reactivates normal playback.  
Activates pause mode, which pauses playback of the loaded disc at the current playback time. With  
some types of media, a still frame image appears on the associated display device screen. When  
pause mode is activated, pressing the Pause button activates frame-by-frame playback. When pause  
mode is activated, pressing the PLAY button activates playback at the current playback time. When  
resume or stop mode is active, pressing the Pause button performs no function.  
18  
2-16  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Basic Operation  
Button  
Command  
VIDEO  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
ON/OFF DIMMER POWER  
Activates random playback, which plays the loaded disc in a random order of titles, chapters,  
groups, or tracks.  
RANDOM  
19  
20  
21  
22  
CLEAR  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
+10  
0
Activates repeat playback, which repeats playback of the loaded disc or the currently playing title,  
chapter, group, track, folder, or program list. See “REPEAT PLAYBACK” on page 4-18.  
7
PROGRAM SEARCH TOP MENU  
MENU  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Activates A-B repeat playback, which repeats playback from a user-defined start time (point A) to a  
user-defined end time (point B). See “A-B REPEAT PLAYBACK” on page 4-20.  
A-B  
Opens the Video Adjustment Screen. See “Video Adjustment SETUP” on page 3-35.  
ENTER  
VIDEO ADJ.  
STOP  
PLAY  
Opens the Audio bar, which can be used to select the desired audio track (audio language and  
output format). See “AUDIO TRACKS” on page 4-5.  
18  
19  
22  
27  
26  
25  
28  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
PREV  
NEXT  
RANDOM  
Opens the Subtitle bar, which can be used to select the desired subtitle language. See “Subtitle”  
on page 4-27.  
20  
ZOOM VIDEO ADJ. A-B  
REPEAT  
21  
23  
Opens the Angle bar, which can be used to select the desired camera angle. See “CAMERA  
ANGLES” on page 4-6.  
DISPLAY  
S. MODE  
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO  
ANGLE  
DISPLAY  
ZOOM  
MARKER  
PAGE CONDITION  
Opens the disc information menu. See “DISPLAY MODE (Info Menu)” on page 4-26.  
Zooms in on the DVD-V image.  
24  
Activates SACD Mode which allows you to play different tracks on SACDs. See “Super Audio CD  
Mode” on page 3-16.  
S. MODE  
2-17  
Basic Operation  
Lexicon  
Button  
Command  
VIDEO  
OPEN/  
CLOSE  
ON/OFF DIMMER POWER  
Opens the DVD-A page bar. See “Page Mode” on page 4-25.  
29  
PAGE  
CLEAR  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
+10  
0
Opens the bookmark bar, which allows you to bookmark a section of the loaded disc for instant  
access. See “Bookmarks” on page 4-14.  
30  
31  
7
MARKER  
PROGRAM SEARCH TOP MENU  
MENU  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Activates condition memory mode, which stores preferred disc settings for up to 20 DVD-Vs. Once  
stored, these settings will be automatically recalled whenever the disc is loaded.  
CONDITION  
ENTER  
STOP  
PLAY  
PREV  
NEXT  
RANDOM  
ZOOM VIDEO ADJ. A-B  
REPEAT  
DISPLAY  
S. MODE  
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO  
MARKER  
PAGE CONDITION  
30  
31  
29  
2-18  
3
Setup  
Top Level Menus........................................................................ 3-2  
Setup Menu ............................................................................... 3-3  
Setup Menu: Language Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-3  
Setup Menu: Audio Setup 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6  
Setup Menu: Audio Setup 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16  
Setup Menu: Video Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-18  
Setup Menu: Parental Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24  
Setup Menu: Others Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26  
HDMI Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29  
Video Adjustment Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-35  
Disc Menu................................................................................ 3-41  
Title Menu................................................................................ 3-41  
Function Menu......................................................................... 3-42  
Setup  
Lexicon  
Setup Menu Navigation Table  
BUTTON  
TOP LEVEL MENUS  
Use the remote control SETUP button to access the top level menu  
screen. This screen provides access to the RT-20 Setup menus, and  
disc, title and function menus.  
COMMAND  
ENTER  
Selects the highlighted parameter or setting.  
To open the Top Level menu screen:  
Scroll left and right through Setup menu tabs. When a parameter  
is highlighted, pressing the arrow selects that parameter.  
&ꢃ  
Press the remote control SETUP button.  
The Top Level menu screen provides access to the menus displayed  
in the following order: Disc Menu, Title Menu, Function Menu and  
Setup Menu. For more information:  
Scroll upward and downward through Setup menu tabs,  
parameters, and settings.  
&ꢁ  
RETURN  
When a Setup menu tab is highlighted, pressing the RETURN button  
closes the Setup menu and saves parameter settings that have  
been selected since the Setup menu was opened (the changes  
must be selected with the ENTER button, not merely highlighted).  
When a parameter or setting is selected, but not entered with the  
ENTER button, pressing the RETURN button closes the selected  
parameter without saving changes.  
See “Disc Menu” on page 3-41  
See “Title Menu” on page 3-41  
See “Function Menu” on page 3-42  
See “Setup Menu” on page 3-3.  
SETUP  
Closes the Setup menu. (The Setup menu automatically closes a  
few seconds after the last command is received.)  
3-2  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
• The Setup menu can be opened while the RT-20 is in playback,  
pause, resume, or stop mode. However, certain parameters cannot  
be adjusted when some modes are activated.  
SETUP MENU  
Use to configure audio, video, language, and other general RT-20  
parameter settings.  
• The Setup menu can be opened regardless of the format of most  
loaded discs. However, certain parameters cannot be adjusted when  
some disc formats are loaded.  
To access the Setup menus:  
1. Press the remote control SETUP button.  
SETUP MENU: LANGUAGE SETUP  
2. Select SETUP using the remote control or buttons, then  
press the button or ENTER button.  
Includes parameters that can be used to determine RT-20 on-screen  
display menu, disc menu, subtitle, and audio language. The lan-  
guage setup parameters are listed in the “Language Setup Parame-  
ter Table” on page 3-4.  
Use the Setup Menu to configure parameters for the following sub-  
menus: Language Setup, Audio Setup 1, Audio Setup 2, Video  
Setup, Parental Setup and Others Setup. For more information:  
See “Setup Menu: LANGUAGE SETUP” on page 3-3  
See “Setup Menu: AUDIO SETUP 1” on page 3-6  
See “Setup Menu: AUDIO SETUP 2” on page 3-16  
See “Setup Menu: VIDEO SETUP” on page 3-18  
See “Setup Menu: PARENTAL SETUP” on page 3-24  
See “Setup Menu: OTHERS SETUP” on page 3-26.  
The RT-20 also features a Front Panel Display menu. See “Front  
Panel Display Menu” on page 3-33.  
Note:  
• The RT-20 is manufactured for sale in several different countries.  
• Certain parameters are not available on some versions.  
• Default parameter settings can differ among versions.  
3-3  
Setup  
Lexicon  
Language Setup Parameter Table  
DVD MENU LANGUAGE  
Determines the language in which DVD menus and top menus  
appear. If the selected DVD menu language is available on the  
loaded DVD, the RT-20 selects that language. If the selected DVD  
menu language is not included on the loaded DVD, the RT-20  
selects the default disc menu language. This menu can only be  
selected while the disc is in Stop mode.  
Possible  
Settings  
Parameter  
Default  
OSD Language  
English  
English  
Français  
Deutsch  
Español  
Italiano  
Select Others to choose a language other than English, French,  
German, Spanish, or Italian. The DVD format recognizes 18 differ-  
ent languages, which are listed on page 3-5.  
DVD Menu Language  
Audio Language  
English  
English  
French  
German  
Spanish  
Italian  
To select an “Others” language:  
Others  
1. When the DVD Menu Language screen opens, press the  
remote control or buttons to scroll to the Others menu.  
English  
English  
French  
German  
Spanish  
Italian  
2. Press to open the Others menu.  
3. Use the or buttons to highlight a language.  
Original  
Others  
4. When the desired language is highlighted, press the remote  
control ENTER button to select this language.  
Subtitle Language  
Auto  
Auto  
English  
French  
German  
Spanish  
Italian  
Others  
Off  
Note:  
Some DVDs allow menu language to be selected from the disc menu.  
Press the remote control MENU button to access the disc menu.  
AUDIO LANGUAGE  
OSD LANGUAGE  
Determines the language in which audio is heard. If the selected  
audio language is available on the loaded DVD, the RT-20 selects  
the audio track that includes that language. If the selected audio  
language is not included on the loaded DVD, the RT-20 selects the  
Determines the language in which the RT-20 on-screen display  
menus appear.  
3-4  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
default disc audio language. This menu can only be selected while  
the disc is in stop mode.  
Select Auto to set the subtitle language to be the same as the lan-  
guage selected in the Audio Language option. Select Others to  
choose a language other than English, French, German, Spanish, or  
Italian. The DVD format recognizes 18 different languages, which  
are listed in the table below.  
Select Others to choose a language other than English, French,  
German, Spanish, or Italian. The DVD format recognizes 18 differ-  
ent languages, which are listed in the next column.  
To select an “Others” language:  
To select an “Others” language:  
1. When the Subtitle Language screen opens, press the remote  
1. When the Audio Language screen opens, press the remote control  
control or buttons to select the Others menu.  
or buttons to select the Others menu.  
2. Press to open the Others menu.  
2. Press to open the Others menu.  
3. Use the or buttons to highlight a language.  
3. Use the or buttons to highlight a language.  
4. When the desired language is highlighted, press the remote  
control ENTER button to select this language.  
4. When the desired language is highlighted, press the remote  
control ENTER button to select this language.  
Note:  
Available DVD Menu, Audio and Subtitle Languages Table  
• If the Auto Language parameter is set to On, the RT-20 automati-  
cally selects the default disc audio track, regardless of the Audio  
Language parameter setting.  
Ceskey  
Dansk  
Magyar  
Svenska  
Norsk  
Portugues  
Suomi  
Nederlands  
Japanese  
Russian  
Turkish  
Thai  
• The remote control AUDIO button can be used to select the desired  
audio track (audio language and output format) on the loaded DVD.  
See “Audio” on page 4-26 for more information.  
Afrikaans  
Arabic  
Chinese  
Greek  
SUBTITLE LANGUAGE  
Polski  
Korean  
Determines the language in which subtitles appear. If the selected  
subtitle language is available on the loaded DVD, the RT-20 selects  
that language. If the selected subtitle language is not included on  
the loaded DVD, the RT-20 selects the default disc subtitle language.  
This menu can only be selected while the disc is in stop mode.  
Note:  
• In most cases, subtitles do not appear on the on-screen display when  
the Subtitle Display parameter is set to Off, regardless of the Subtitle  
Language and Auto Language parameter settings.  
3-5  
Setup  
Lexicon  
Note:  
AUDIO SETUP 1 Table  
Parameter  
• If the Auto Language parameter is set to On, the RT-20 automati-  
cally selects the default disc subtitle language, regardless of the  
Subtitle Language parameter setting.  
Default  
Possible Settings  
Digital Out  
On  
On, Off  
• If the loaded disc does not include subtitles, subtitles do not appear  
on the on-screen display, regardless of Language parameter settings.  
Dolby Digital Out  
DTS Out  
Bitstream  
Bitstream  
PCM  
Bitstream, PCM  
Bitstream, PCM  
Bitstream, PCM  
On, Off  
• The remote control SUBTITLE button can be used to select the desired  
subtitle language on the loaded DVD. See “Subtitle Language” on  
page 3-5 for more information.  
MPEG Out  
PCM Down Sample  
Audio Out  
On  
SETUP MENU: AUDIO SETUP 1  
2 Channel  
2 Channel, 5.1 Channel  
Includes parameters that control digital audio output format.  
Speaker Size  
See “Setting  
Speaker Sizes” on  
page 3-11.  
See “Speaker Sizes Table” on  
page 3-12.  
Distance  
Level  
See “Setting  
SpeakerDistances”  
on page 3-12.  
See “Speaker Distances Table” on  
page 3-13.  
See “Setting Vari-  
able Output Levels”  
on page 3-14  
See “Gain Settings Level Table  
(for all speakers)” on page 3-14.  
DIGITAL OUT  
Activates and deactivates the RT-20 digital audio output connector.  
Select On to activate all the digital audio output connectors. Select  
Off to deactivate all the digital audio output connectors.  
3-6  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
DOLBY DIGITAL OUT  
MPEG OUT  
Controls Dolby Digital audio output format when a Dolby Digital  
source is present and the RT-20 is using a digital audio output  
connector. This parameter has no effect when using any of the analog  
output connectors.  
Controls MPEG audio output format when an MPEG source is  
present and the RT-20 is using the digital audio output connector.  
Select Bitstream if the associated component is compatible with  
MPEG sources. The RT-20 will pass MPEG signals directly to the  
associated component. Select PCM if the associated component is  
not compatible with MPEG sources. The RT-20 will convert MPEG  
signals to PCM before passing them to the associated component.  
Select Bitstream if the associated component is compatible with  
Dolby Digital sources. The RT-20 will pass Dolby Digital signals  
directly to the associated component. Select PCM if the associated  
component is not compatible with Dolby Digital sources. The RT-20  
will convert Dolby Digital signals to PCM before passing them to the  
associated component.  
PCM DOWN SAMPLE  
If the digital input of the associated component is compatible with  
high sampling rates (96kHz), set this to OFF. When set to ON, high  
sampling rate audio is converted to 48kHz. Check the owner’s  
manual of the associated component for compatibility.  
DTS OUT  
Controls DTS audio output format when a DTS source is present  
and the RT-20 is using the digital audio output connector.  
Note:  
Select Bitstream if the associated component is compatible with  
DTS sources or has a built-in DTS decoder. The RT-20 will pass DTS  
signals directly to the associated component. Select PCM if the  
associated component is not compatible with DTS sources. The  
RT-20 will convert DTS signals to PCM before passing them to the  
associated component.  
Even when set to OFF, some discs will only output down sampled audio  
through the digital outputs. High sampling rate DVD-A discs (192kHz  
or 176.4kHz) always output audio down sampled to 48kHz or  
44.1kHz through the digital outputs. See the “PCM Down Sample  
Table” on page 3-9 for more information.  
If associated components are NOT compatible with DTS sources,  
they will output DTS noise when:  
A DTS source is present.  
The DTS Out parameter is set to DTS.  
3-7  
Setup  
Lexicon  
Note:  
AUDIO OUT  
The Audio Out parameter can be used to select the desired audio output  
format as long as a compatible audio track is selected on the loaded  
disc. See “Track” on page 4-18 for information about audio track  
selection.  
Controls analog audio output format when the RT-20 is using the  
analog audio output connectors.  
When 2 Channel is selected, the RT-20 passes analog audio sources  
to the Front L/R analog audio output connectors. When 5.1 Channel is  
selected, the RT-20 passes analog audio sources to the Front L/R,  
Surround L/R, Center, and Sub analog audio output connectors.  
See the “Audio Out Table” on page 3-10 for more information.  
The Audio Out parameter setting has no effect when the RT-20 is  
not using the analog audio output connectors.  
3-8  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
PCM Down Sample Table  
PCM Down Sample OFF  
Audio Recording Format  
PCM Down Sample ON  
Copyright Protected  
Not Copyright Protected  
DVD-V  
DVD-A  
48kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
96kHz16-24-bit PCM  
44.1kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
48kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
88.2kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
96kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
176.4kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
192kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
MPEG 1  
No output produced  
No output produced  
No output produced  
No output produced  
No output produced  
No output produced  
No output produced  
No output produced  
44.1kHz/16-bit PCM  
44.1kHz16-bit PCM  
44.1, 48kHz/16-bit PCM  
No output produced  
48kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
96kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
44.1kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
48kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
88.2kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
96kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
88.2kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
96kHz/16-24-bit PCM  
44.1kHz/16-bit PCM  
44.1kHz16-bit PCM  
48kHz/16-bit PCM  
48kHz/16-24-bit  
44.1kHz/16-24-bit  
48kHz/16-24-bit  
44.1kHz/16-24-bit  
48kHz/16-bit PCM  
44.1kHz/16-24-bit  
48kHz/16-bit PCM  
44.1kHz/16-bit PCM  
44.1kHz/16-bit PCM  
44.1, 48kHz/16-bit PCM  
No output produced  
Video CD  
Audio CD  
MP3 CD  
SACD  
44.1kHz/16-bit linear PCM  
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3)  
DSD (Direct Stream Digital)  
44.1, 48kHz/16-bit PCM  
No output produced  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
Audio Out Table  
Audio  
Output  
Analog Audio Output  
Digital Audio Output  
Bitstream  
Source  
Front L/R  
Center  
Surround L/R  
Subwoofer  
PCM  
Dolby Digital  
2 CH  
2 CH downmix  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
2 CH downmix  
2 CH downmix  
Dolby Digital  
Dolby Digital  
5.1 CH  
Center  
Surr L/R  
Subwoofer  
Dolby Digital  
encoded (Karaoke)  
2 CH  
Front L/R  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Front L/R  
Front L/R  
Dolby Digital  
Dolby Digital  
5 . 1 C H  
DTS-encoded  
MPEG-encoded  
DVD-A  
2 CH  
2 CH downmix  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
2 CH downmix  
2 CH downmix  
DTS  
DTS  
5.1 CH  
Center  
Surr L/R  
Subwoofer  
2 CH  
2 CH downmix  
2 CH downmix  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
2 CH downmix  
2 CH downmix  
MPEG  
MPEG  
5.1 CH  
2 CH  
2 CH downmix  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
2 CH downmix  
5.1 CH  
Center  
Surr L/R  
Subwoofer  
DVD-R/RW  
CD, SVCD, MP3  
SACD  
2 CH  
Front L/R  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Dolby Digital, PCM, or MPEG  
5.1 CH  
Center  
Surr L/R  
Subwoofer  
2 CH  
Front L/R  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
Front L/R  
Mute  
5.1 CH  
2 CH  
2 CH downmix  
Front L/R  
Mute  
Mute  
Mute  
5.1 CH  
Center  
Surr L/R  
Subwoofer  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
SPEAKER SIZE  
Opens the Speaker Setting screens, which can be used to set  
speaker sizes when the RT-20 is using the 5.1-channel analog audio  
output connectors.  
Note:  
• Speaker size settings have no effect when the RT-20 is using the  
2-channel analog audio output connectors or digital audio output  
connectors.  
• RT-20 speaker size settings do not need to be configured when the  
RT-20 is connected to an associated component such as the MC-12  
Digital Controller or the RV-8 Digital Receiver, which allows speaker  
settings to be configured for analog audio sources. The associated  
component must not be using analog audio connections in bypass.  
To set speaker sizes:  
SETTING SPEAKER SIZES  
1. When the Speaker Size screen opens, press the remote control  
and buttons to highlight the desired parameter.  
Use the Speaker Size screen to set speaker sizes and crossover  
points for the front, center, surround, and subwoofer speakers.  
Refer to the manufacturer’s owner’s manuals to determine the low-  
frequency response of each speaker.  
2. When the desired parameter is highlighted, press the and ꢁ  
buttons to cycle through available settings.  
Selecting Initial will cause all settings to return to their  
default.  
For DVD-A and DTS-CD, if any of the C, LS or RS speakers  
are set to OFF, audio is automatically downmixed to stereo.  
Select Small, if the low-frequency response of the associated  
speaker cannot be determined, and the main cone of the associ-  
ated speaker is less than 6 inches (12cm). Select Large if the main  
cone of the associated speaker is greater than 6 inches (12cm).  
The LFE (sub) parameter determines the presence or absence of a  
subwoofer. Select On if a subwoofer is present. The RT-20 will pass  
subwoofer signals (LFE) to the Sub analog audio output connector.  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
Select Off if no subwoofer is present. The RT-20 will not redirect  
low-frequency signals to other analog audio output connectors.  
SETTING SPEAKER DISTANCES  
Use the Speaker Distance screen to set speaker distances for the  
front, center, surround, and subwoofer speakers.  
When speaker size parameters are set to Off, the corresponding  
speaker distance parameters cannot be adjusted.  
The left and right speakers (L and R parameters) must be set to the  
same size. When the setting of one parameter is adjusted, the other  
is automatically adjusted to match.  
The surround speakers (LS and RS parameters) must be set to the  
same size. When the setting of one parameter is adjusted, the set-  
ting of the other parameter is automatically adjusted at the same  
time.  
Speaker Sizes Table  
Parameter  
Default  
Possible Settings  
Note:  
L/R  
Large  
Small, Large  
Speaker distance settings have no effect when the RT-20 is using the  
2-channel analog audio output connectors or the digital audio output  
connectors.  
C
Large  
Large  
Large  
On  
Small, Large, Off  
Small, Large, Off  
Small, Large, Off  
On, Off  
LS  
RS  
LFE  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
Speaker Distances Table  
The L/R distance parameter setting affects all other speaker distance  
parameter settings. The C, LS, RS and LFE (sub) parameters must be  
set within 15 feet (4.5m) of the L/R parameter.  
Parameter  
Default  
Possible Settings  
Note:  
Unit  
Feet  
Feet, Meters  
• Select the closest available setting when the subwoofer distance falls  
outside the LFE (sub) parameter range. This should not affect sur-  
round cohesion.  
L/R  
10ft  
10ft  
10ft  
10ft  
1 foot to 40 feet (3m to 12m)  
C
Within 15 feet (4.5m) of the L/R settings  
Within 15 feet (4.5m) of the L/R settings  
Within 15 feet (4.5m) of the L/R settings  
• It is also possible to set the Distance parameter for SACD by setting  
Super Audio CD Play to PCM. See “Super Audio CD Play” on page 3-  
17.  
LS/RS  
LFE (sub)  
To set speaker distances:  
LEVEL  
1. Select the Audio Setup1 Distance parameter.  
Controls front, center, surround, and subwoofer channel output  
levels when the RT-20 is using the 5.1-channel analog audio output  
connectors.  
2. Using the remote control and buttons, select the desired  
Unit (of measurement) setting.  
3. Using the remote control or buttons, cycle through the  
Note:  
speaker icons.  
This parameter setting has no effect when the RT-20 is using the  
2-channel analog audio output connectors or digital audio output con-  
nector.  
4. When the desired parameter is highlighted, press the and ꢁ  
buttons to cycle through available settings.  
5. When settings are complete, press the RETURN button to  
return to the Setup menu.  
Selecting Fix configures all channels to pass audio at its relative  
recorded volume level. Selecting Variable opens the Gain Level Set-  
ting screen, which can be used to adjust output levels within a  
–6.0dB to +6.0dB range (in .5dB increments). See the “Gain Set-  
tings Level Table (for all speakers)” on page 3-14.  
Selecting Initial causes all settings to return to their default.  
Note:  
To determine the appropriate setting for each speaker, measure the dis-  
tance between the listening position and the front baffle of the speaker.  
Then set the associated speaker distance parameter to the closest  
available value.  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
Gain Settings Level Table (for all speakers)  
SETTING VARIABLE OUTPUT LEVELS  
Use the Gain Setting Levels and Test Tone feature to calibrate vari-  
able output levels for the front, center, surround and subwoofer  
speakers.  
Possible Gain  
Settings  
Default Test  
Tone Setting  
Possible Test  
Tone Settings  
Default  
0.0dB  
-6.0dB to +6.0dB  
Auto  
Off, Manual, Auto  
Note:  
• When Variable is selected, output levels can be calibrated for the  
analog audio output connectors. Variable output levels do not affect  
the digital audio output connector.  
• In some cases, variable output levels can sound quieter than fixed  
output levels.  
Note:  
RT-20 variable output levels should be configured when the RT-20 is  
connected to an associated component such as the MC-8 or MC-4 Dig-  
ital Controllers, which do not allow output levels to be calibrated for  
multi-channel analog audio sources.  
Before output level calibration begins:  
You will need a Sound Pressure Level (SPL) meter to calibrate  
variable output levels. An SPL meter is a device that measures  
the relative loudness of each speaker to ensure accurate output  
level calibration. SPL meters are available at Radio Shack.  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
Calibration ensures that output levels correspond to THX refer-  
ence levels (75dB) for input sources such as DVDs.  
each channel when the associated Gain Setting screen parame-  
ter is highlighted.  
Eliminate extraneous noises in the listening space such as con-  
versations, air conditioners, and sounds that filter in through  
open doors and windows.  
3. Select Manual to activate a Test Tone for the associated chan-  
nel. A Test Tone will pass through the associated channel when  
the corresponding Gain Setting screen parameter is high-  
lighted.  
Remove objects (including people) that obstruct the line-of-  
sight path between the SPL meter and the speaker being mea-  
sured.  
4. Select Off to deactivate a Test Tone for all channels. No Test  
Tone will pass through the associated channel.  
Output levels should be calibrated to be consistent from the  
primary listening position. Place the SPL meter at the approxi-  
mate spot where the listener’s head will be during listening.  
5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all desired Test Tones have been acti-  
vated or deactivated.  
6. Press the and buttons to highlight the desired parameter.  
If the corresponding test tone parameter has been set to Auto,  
a Test Tone will pass through the associated channel.  
All output levels should be adjusted to achieve a 75dB SPL  
meter reading from the primary listening position.  
Activate the Test Tone for the associated analog audio output  
connector.  
Test Tones automatically mute when the Lexicon screen saver  
appears on the on-screen display. To avoid this, set the Screen  
Saver parameter to Off while variable output levels are cali-  
brated. Test Tones also mute when playback mode is activated.  
Set the Screen Saver to Off. Test Tones automatically mute  
when the Lexicon screen saver appears on the on-screen dis-  
play.  
7. When the desired parameter is highlighted, press the and ꢁ  
buttons to cycle through available settings.  
To set variable output levels:  
8. When finished, press the remote control RETURN button to  
return to the Setup menu.  
When the Level Setting screen opens, the Test Tone icon is high-  
lighted.  
Note:  
Before the Test Tone parameters can be adjusted, the Audio Out  
parameter must be set to 5.1 channel.  
1. Press the remote control or buttons to cycle through the  
Auto, Manual, and Off settings.  
2. Select Auto and press the remote control ENTER button to set  
all Test Tone parameters to Auto. Test Tones will pass through  
3-15  
Setup  
Lexicon  
SETUP MENU: AUDIO SETUP 2  
SUPER AUDIO CD MODE  
Includes additional parameters that control digital audio output  
format.  
Use to select which audio track of the loaded SACD to play. SACDs  
can include up to three different tracks: a stereo track, a multi-  
channel track and a 16-bit, 44kHz PCM (standard CD) track (for  
hybrid SACDs). Select CD to play the standard CD track. Select  
Multi-Ch to play the multi-channel track. Select Stereo to select the  
stereo track.  
Note:  
If you select an option that is not on the loaded disc, a different area of  
the disc will play. For example, if you choose CD, but the loaded disc is  
not a hybrid SACD, then the stereo SACD track will play.  
PLAYER MODE  
Select the DVD Audio setting to use the RT-20 as a DVD audio  
player. Select the DVD Video setting to use the RT-20 as a DVD  
video player.  
Note:  
Even when DVD Video has been selected, the selected setting will  
return to the default DVD Audio setting when the disc table is opened  
or the power is turned off.  
AUDIO SETUP 2 Parameter Table  
Parameter  
Default  
Possible Settings  
CD PLAY BACK  
Super Audio CD Mode  
Player Mode  
Stereo  
Stereo, Multi-Ch, CD  
DVD Audio, DVD Video  
CD, DTS CD  
Select the CD setting to listen to a regular CD. Select the DTS CD  
setting to listen to a DTS CD.  
DVD Audio  
CD  
CD Play Back  
Note:  
DTS Down Mix  
Audio DRC  
Stereo  
Off  
Stereo, Lt/Rt  
When DTS CD has been selected and you attempt to listen to a regular  
music CD, no sound will output from the audio output terminal and  
digital output. When CD has been selected, and you try to listen to a  
DTS CD, there may be times when white noise is the only sound pro-  
duced at first.  
Off, On  
Super Audio CD Play  
DSD  
DSD, PCM  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
DTS DOWN MIX  
SUPER AUDIO CD PLAY  
Select Stereo to specify stereo downmixing as the type of DTS  
downmixing to be performed. Select Lt/Rt to specify that a DTS  
multi-channel input is to be downmixed into a format compatible  
with the Dolby Surround matrix format. The Lt/Rt option may be  
selected for surround sound when the RT-20 is connected to a  
Dolby Surround compatible amplifier.  
The original format of SACDs is Direct Stream Digital (DSD). The  
default setting is DSD. Select PCM to convert DSD signals to PCM.  
When PCM is selected, adjustable size, distance and gain level set-  
ting parameters are active. When DSD is selected, adjustable size  
and gain level setting parameters are active.  
Note:  
• When DTS Digital Out has been set to PCM, all digital output will be  
automatically set to stereo output no matter what DTS downmix set-  
ting has been specified.  
• When either the Audio Out parameter 2 Channel or 5.1 Channel set-  
ting is selected, the DTS multi-channels’ downmix method can be  
selected.  
AUDIO DRC  
Controls the Dynamic Range of Dolby Digital-encoded sources.  
When On is selected, the RT-20 reduces the dynamic range of high-  
level peaks. As a result, low-level sounds become more audible.  
When Off is selected, the RT-20 maintains the original dynamic  
range of low- and high-level sounds.  
Note:  
This parameter is only effective with Dolby Digital encoded DVDs. Its  
effectiveness varies depending on the loaded disc, the speaker configu-  
ration and associated component settings.  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
VIDEO SETUP Parameter Table  
Parameter Default  
SETUP MENU: VIDEO SETUP  
Use the Video Setup parameters to control video output options.  
Possible settings  
TV Aspect  
16:9 (Wide)  
4:3 Letter Box  
4:3 Pan Scan  
16:9 Wide  
16:9 Squeeze  
Component Out  
Pause Mode  
Back Ground  
Screen Saver  
TV System  
Interlaced  
Auto  
Interlaced, Progressive  
Auto, Field, Frame  
Logo, Capture  
Logo  
On  
On, Off  
Multi  
Multi, PAL, NTSC  
TV ASPECT  
Controls the appearance of the picture on the associated display  
device screen, formatting the aspect ratio of the video output format  
to match the aspect ratio of the display device. Aspect ratios refer  
to the shape of the screen as defined by the screen’s width relative  
to its height. Aspect ratios differ among video output formats and  
display devices. A 16:9 (16 units wide by 9 units high) aspect ratio  
is almost twice as wide as it is tall. A 4:3 (4 units wide by 3 units  
high) aspect ratio is slightly wider than it is tall.  
Select 16:9 Wide or 16:9 Squeeze if the associated display device  
screen has a 16:9 aspect ratio. Select Standard 4:3 Letter Box or 4:3  
Pan Scan if the associated display device screen has a 4:3 aspect  
ratio. The appearance of the picture depends on the TV Aspect  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
parameter, the TV System setting, the video output format, the  
loaded disc, and display device settings.  
Note:  
• Some discs do not allow video output format adjustments.  
• Neither the TV Aspect parameter background nor the TV System  
prompt can be adjusted when the RT-20 is in playback mode.  
• The RT-20 TV Aspect parameter is disc dependent. For example, an  
option such as 4:3 L-Box is unavailable if the loaded disc does not  
provide this option.  
The picture can appear stretched on the display device screen if a  
video source recorded in 4:3 format is present and the RT-20 or the  
associated component is configured for a 16:9 aspect ratio. To correct  
this, configure the RT-20 or the associated component for a 4:3  
aspect ratio. See the tables on pages 3-20 and 3-21 for more infor-  
mation and configuration options.  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
Standard 4:3 Display Device Table  
RT-20 TV  
Aspect  
Parameter  
Display  
Device Ratio  
Setting  
DVD Format  
Appearance of Picture  
16:9*  
16:9*  
4:3 Letter Box  
N/A-Standard  
4:3 display  
devices cannot  
be set to display  
other ratios.  
The picture appears in widescreen with black bars at the top  
and bottom of the screen.  
4:3 Pan Scan  
N/A  
The picture appears cropped at the sides, allowing the image  
to fill the screen. The “Pan and Scan” version on the DVD  
selectively crops the edges of the original picture, and hence  
less of the original picture is actually visible.  
16:9*  
16:9 Wide  
N/A  
N/A  
The picture appears “squashed.” See which formats are  
available on your DVD movie menu, and set to either  
4:3 (Letter Box) or 4:3 (Pan Scan).  
4:3  
4:3 Letter Box  
4:3 Pan Scan  
16:9 Wide  
The picture appears as intended regardless of the TV Aspect  
parameter setting.  
* or other widescreen format  
This table displays how film images will be presented when  
viewed on a standard 4:3 display device. The table on the following  
page displays how the picture will appear when viewed on a  
widescreen 16:9 display device. Be sure to properly configure  
your display device ratio setting before adjusting the RT-20 TV  
aspect so that you have a set frame of reference before experi-  
menting with the RT-20.  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
Widescreen 16:9 Display Device Table  
RT-20 TV  
Aspect  
Parameter  
Display  
Device Ratio  
Setting  
DVD Format  
Appearance of Picture  
16:9*  
16:9*  
16:9 (Wide)  
Normal (4:3)  
The picture appears “squashed” with black bars at either side.  
Set the display device to Full 16:9.  
16:9 (Wide)  
Full (16:9)  
Images appear in widescreen (16:9) format.  
4:3  
4:3  
4:3  
16:9 (Wide)  
16:9 (Wide)  
16:9 (Squeeze)  
Normal (4:3)  
Full (16:9)  
Full (16:9)  
Images appear between black bars at either side of the image.  
Images appear stretched across the screen. Set the display  
device to Normal (4:3).  
Images appear between black bars at either side of the screen.  
This setting is recommended for display device with a fixed  
aspect ratio and a progressive-scan component video input  
connector.  
* or other widescreen format  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
COMPONENT OUT  
BACK GROUND  
Controls component video output format when the RT-20 is using  
the component video output connectors. Select Progressive if the  
associated component provides a progressive-scan component  
video input connector. Select Interlaced if the associated compo-  
nent does not provide a progressive-scan component video input  
connector.  
Determines the background of the screen when stop mode is acti-  
vated. The default background is Logo, which displays the Lexicon  
logo. Select Capture if you want to save a JPEG file as your back-  
ground image. See “Saving a JPEG file for use as Screen back-  
ground (JPEG CAPTURE)” on page 4-13 for more information.  
When Progressive is selected:  
SCREEN SAVER  
Activates/deactivates the Lexicon screen saver. When On is  
selected, the Lexicon screen saver appears on the on-screen display  
when a still frame image is displayed for more than 15 minutes.  
When Off is selected, the Lexicon screen saver does not appear on  
the on-screen display.  
The picture will not appear on the display device screen if the  
associated component does not provide a progressive-scan  
component video input connector. To correct this, set the  
Component Out parameter to Interlaced and configure the  
RT-20 for a different video output connection to the associated  
component.  
Note:  
The RT-20 converts video sources recorded on film to 60  
frames-per-second to create a more natural picture. See “Pro-  
gressive Motion” on page 3-37 for more information.  
Still frame images displayed on cathode ray tube (CRT) display devices  
for long periods of time can “burn in” or create “ghost images” on the  
screen. When the RT-20 is connected to a CRT display device, it is rec-  
ommended to set the Screen Saver parameter to On to prevent the  
appearance of “ghost images” on the screen.  
Note:  
The RT-20 is not compatible with all high-definition display devices.  
Connecting the RT-20 to a non-compatible high-definition display  
device can produce video artifacts in the picture.  
TV SYSTEM  
If you experience a distorted picture, set this parameter to match  
your region or Country setting. Setting this parameter may restrict  
the kinds of discs you will be able to use. Use the default setting  
Multi, unless there is picture distortion. The “TV System Disc Com-  
patibility Table” on page 3-23 lists the kinds of discs compatible  
with the three settings.  
PAUSE MODE  
Controls the appearance of still frame images. When Field is  
selected, the RT-20 produces tight, stable, and generally shake-free  
still frame images. When Frame is selected, the RT-20 produces  
sharper, but shakier still frame images. When Auto is selected, the  
RT-20 automatically selects the best viewing method for still frame  
images.  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
TV System Disc Compatibility Table  
Disc  
Setup  
When the selected format is changed to a different format from the  
TV format in which a program was recorded, the picture may  
become jerky and upper and lower parts of the screen may disap-  
pear. The TV System setting should be adjusted to match the format  
of your display device.  
Output Format  
RT-20 TV System Setting  
Ty p e  
Format  
Note:  
NTSC  
PAL  
Multi  
Changes can only be made in stop mode. When RESUME is indicated in  
the left-hand corner of the on-screen display, put the RT-20 in stop  
mode by pressing the STOP button.  
NTSC  
NTSC  
MOD. PAL*1  
PAL  
NTSC  
PAL  
DVD  
NTSC  
PAL  
MOD. PAL*1  
PAL  
NTSC  
PAL  
V C D / S V C D  
NTSC  
NTSC  
NTSC  
PAL  
NTSC*2  
NTSC*2  
SACD  
N/A  
NTSC  
NTSC  
PAL  
PAL  
C D , N o d i s c  
N/A  
*1: Modulation PAL  
*2: For this setting, European versions of the RT-20 output PAL.  
Most models of the newly developed countdown Phase Alternate  
(PAL) TV system detect 50Hz (PAL)/60Hz (NTSC) and automatically  
switch vertical amplitude, resulting in a display without vertical  
shrinkage.  
If your PAL TV does not have a V-hold control, you may not be  
able to view NTSC discs, because the picture may “roll.”  
If the TV has a V-Hold control, adjust it until the rolling stops.  
On some monitors, the picture may shrink vertically, leaving  
black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a  
malfunction, it is caused by the NTSC to PAL conversion.  
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Setup  
Lexicon  
SETUP MENU: PARENTAL SETUP  
Opens the Password controls, which can be used to assign a user-  
defined password that must be entered before the RT-20 will acti-  
vate playback mode when a disc encoded with a user-defined secu-  
rity level is loaded. These controls are not available when a disc that  
is not encoded with a security level is loaded.  
4. Enter your four-digit password.  
5. When the Re-enter password screen appears to confirm the  
password, re-enter your password.  
Once the numbers are entered, the password is accepted.  
To assign a password:  
To confirm the user-defined password:  
1. Press the SETUP button.  
When a user-defined password is assigned, that password must be  
entered before the RT-20 will activate playback mode when a disc  
encoded with a user-defined security level is loaded. The user-  
defined password must also be entered before the Level control can  
be adjusted.  
2. Select Parental Setup, then press the or ENTER button.  
3. Use the remote control or ENTER button to select Yes.  
When the Password parental control is selected for the first  
time, the Enter Password screen shown below opens on the  
on-screen display. This screen can be used to assign a user-  
defined password.  
Note:  
If the assigned password is lost or forgotten, factory-default settings  
must be restored to delete the password. Then, a new password can be  
entered.  
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RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Setup  
Use the ratings level option to assign a rating to a disc to prevent  
children from viewing mature or objectionable material. In order to  
assign a rating level, the Use Password option must be set to Yes.  
To change a password:  
1. Use the remote control or button to highlight Change  
Password.  
To assign a ratings level:  
2. Press the ENTER button.  
The Change Password screen appears.  
1. Use the remote control or ENTER button to select Rating  
Level.  
3. Enter your new four-digit password. Then re-enter the new  
password again to confirm.  
2. Use the or buttons to choose a number from 1 (safest for  
children) to 8 (adult content).  
3. When you have highlighted the desired level, press the remote  
control ENTER button.  
To cancel the rating level, re-enter the Parental Setup screen  
and use the remote control or ENTER button to set Use Pass-  
word to No.  
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Others Setup Parameter Table  
SETUP MENU: OTHERS SETUP  
Includes parameters that control on-screen display, angle options,  
SACD Pure Mode and HDMI options. The Others Setup parameters  
are listed in the table shown to the right.  
Parameter  
Default  
Possible Settings  
On Screen Display  
Angle Mark  
On  
On, Off  
On  
On, Off  
Bonus Group  
Pure Mode  
N/A  
N/A  
Off  
Off, Mode1, Mode2  
On 30 Min, Off  
On, Off  
Auto Power Off  
Economy Mode  
HDMI  
On 30 Min  
Off  
See “HDMI Menu  
Options” on page 3-29.  
N/A  
ON SCREEN DISPLAY  
Activates and deactivates the display of the mode status bar. When  
On is selected, the RT-20’s current status appears in the upper left  
hand corner of the on-screen display. When Off is selected, the status  
bar does not appear.  
ANGLE MARK  
Activates and deactivates the multi-angle indicator. When  
On is selected, the (camera) icon as shown to the right  
appears on the front panel display when playback of a scene  
recorded from multiple camera angles is in progress. When Off is  
selected, the (camera) icon does not appear on the front panel dis-  
play when playback of a scene recorded from multiple camera  
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angles is in progress. See “CAMERA ANGLES” on page 4-6 for more  
information.  
To enter DVD-A bonus group access codes:  
1. When the Bonus Group password screen opens, use the remote  
control number buttons to enter the bonus group access code.  
BONUS GROUP  
When a number is entered, the cursor automatically advances  
to the next character space.  
Some DVD-As contain extra or “bonus” material that is only avail-  
able through the use of an access code. This menu option opens a  
password screen, which can be used to enter DVD-A bonus group  
access codes. In most cases, DVD-As include bonus groups that do  
not require an access code. Often, these bonus groups can be  
accessed from the disc menu. In other cases, DVD-As include bonus  
groups that cannot be accessed without a four-number access  
code, which is often located on the disc packaging. The Bonus  
Group parameter is not available for other disc formats or for  
DVD-As that include bonus groups that do not require an access  
code.  
2. When the access code has been entered, an ENTER button  
appears on the on-screen display to indicate that pressing the  
remote control ENTER button will confirm the access code.  
Note:  
When playback of a DVD-A bonus group that requires an access code  
is attempted, the Bonus Group: Key Number Input screen automati-  
cally opens if the access code has not been entered since the disc was  
loaded, factory-default settings were restored, or the RT-20 was pow-  
ered on.  
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If you play a CD or SACD while Pure Mode: Mode1 is selected, then  
Display, Video Out, and Digital Out are automatically disabled.  
PURE MODE  
Opens the Pure Mode selection screen. Pure mode allows the SACD  
Audio source to maintain its purity as it bypasses the video circuitry  
and is D/A converted at the high resolution of 24-bit/192-kHz sam-  
pling.  
If you play a CD or SACD while Pure Mode: Mode2 is selected,  
Video Out and DIgital Out are automatically disabled. Display is  
defaulted to ON.  
If you press the RT-20 front panel DISPLAY OFF button or the  
remote control DIMMER button while Pure Mode is selected, the  
front panel display will light for three seconds. Display and Video  
Out are on, and Digital Out is off during Stop.  
To activate Pure Mode:  
1. Use the remote control or button to highlight Pure Mode.  
2. Press the remote control or ENTER button.  
3. Use the and buttons to select Mode1 or Mode2.  
The default setting is Off.  
Select the item to set to OFF when you play a CD or SACD.  
4. Press the button or the ENTER button to open the Pure  
The Pure Mode: Mode1 default settings sets Display, Video Out and  
Digital Out to Off. The Pure Mode: Mode2 default setting sets  
Video Out and Digital Out to Off, and Display is defaulted to ON.  
Mode:Mode1 or Pure Mode: Mode2 screen.  
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Note:  
When video output has been set to Off in Pure Mode and a SACD or  
CD has been played, audio cannot be output from HDMI.  
AUTO POWER OFF  
Select the On 30 Min option to set the RT-20 to enter standby  
mode when in Stop mode for 30 minutes.  
ECONOMY MODE  
Controls the RT-20 standby mode power level. When set to on, the  
RT-20 operates at low power standby. When set to off, the RT-20  
enters normal power standby. The default setting is off.  
Note:  
HDMI Options Table  
Parameter  
When set to on, economy mode disables the RS-232C connector and  
the trigger option when the RT-20 is in Standby mode. Be sure econ-  
omy mode is set to off if you intend to use the RS-232C terminal for  
customized control or the trigger connector.  
Possible Settings  
Resolution  
VGA <640 X 480>  
480p/576p (525p/625p)  
720p (750p)  
1080i (1125i)  
HDMI MENU OPTIONS  
Opens the HDMI options selection screen. These options are only  
available when the RT-20 is connected to a HDMI or DVI compati-  
ble display device. This menu is enabled only when the HDMI  
option of the Front Panel Display Menu is set to On.  
Format  
RGB-Normal  
RGB-Expand  
YcbCr-1 (4:4:4)  
YcbCr-2 (4:2:2)  
TV Aspect  
Audio  
4:3 L-Box  
4:3 Pan Scan  
16:9 Wide  
Note:  
To access the Front Panel Display Menu, press and hold the remote  
control SETUP button for at least 2 seconds. See “Front Panel Display  
Menu” on page 3-33.  
16:9 Squeeze  
Auto, PCM  
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VGA can be output only when the TV System parameter is set to  
NTSC. See “TV System” on page 3-22.  
HDMI RESOLUTION  
Use to select the desired HDMI image resolution. Possible settings  
are: VGA <640 X 480>, 480p/576p (525p/625p), 720p (750p) and  
1080i (1125i).  
When the resolution changes, the image may be corrupted or the  
output may take longer than normal to display. Unavailable resolu-  
tion options are grayed out.  
Resolution is defined by the number of horizontal lines displayed on  
screen that comprise each frame of a video image. The more lines  
of resolution used to create each frame of video, the greater the  
detail and sharpness of the image. For example, the resolution  
480p refers to 480 horizontal lines of progressive video (the letter  
“p” stands for progressive video). 1080i refers to 1080 lines of  
interlaced video (The letter “i” stands for interlaced).  
HDMI FORMAT  
Use to select the desired HDMI Format. The following video-range  
settings are available: RGB-Normal and RGB-Expand. The following  
video pixel encoding options are available: YcbCr-1 (4:4:4) and  
YcbCr-2 (4:2:2). Through the HDMI connector, your display should  
choose the preferred setting. If both modes are supported by your  
display, select according to your personal preference.  
Most standard TV broadcasts have a resolution of 480i. Some DVDs  
and non-HDTV digital TV broadcasts use 480p. The Advanced Tele-  
vision System Committee (ATSC) specification for high-definition  
broadcasts and equipment requires the resolution of either 1080i  
or 720p. For best results set the HDMI resolution to match the  
native resolution of your high definition display.  
For most video source material which uses a dynamic range of 16  
(black) to 235 (white), select RGB-Normal format to provide head-  
room and the capability to display “below black” and “above  
white.” For computer graphics source material, select the  
RGB-Expand setting which uses the full RGB range.  
To select the desired resolution:  
Use the and buttons to select the desired setting and press  
ENTER.  
The formats available for HDMI outputs depend on the connected  
display device. See the owner’s manual for your display device for  
more information.  
The resolutions available for the HDMI output depend on the con-  
nected display device. See the user manual of your display device  
for more information.  
For DVI, only RGB-Normal and RGB-Expand are available.  
If your display device supports 0 IRE black, set the Black Setup  
parameter in the Video Adjustment menu to 0 IRE. See “Black  
Setup” on page 3-38 for more information.  
After changing the resolution, if images are not properly displayed  
on the display device, use the STOP button to enter stop mode.  
Then, press and hold the remote control ENTER button for at least  
two seconds to open the Front Panel Display Menu. Then activate  
the HDMI RESET option. See “HDMI RESET” on page 3-34 for more  
information.  
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To select the desired format:  
HDMI AUDIO  
Use to configure the HDMI audio output. Possible settings are Auto  
or PCM. Set to Auto when the connected device is set to Dolby  
Digital, DTS or MPEG. Set to PCM when audio is output as linear  
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM). If the connected device cannot  
accept bit streams, set to PCM. See the “HDMI Audio Setup Table”  
on page 3-33.  
Use the /buttons to highlight the desired format and then  
press the ENTER button.  
HDMI TV ASPECT  
Use to set the TV Aspect Ratio for HDMI. Possible settings are 4:3  
L-Box, 4:3 Pan Scan, 16:9 Wide, and 16:9 Squeeze.  
Note:  
• Audio is not output from SACD or DVD-A discs with Copyright Protec-  
tion for Pre-recorded Media (CPPM).  
To select the HDMI aspect ratio:  
Use the /buttons to highlight the desired aspect ratio and  
then press the ENTER button.  
• Audio is not output when the RT-20 is connected to a device with a  
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) -compatible DVI  
jack.  
Display device settings affect how the RT-20 will operate. Be sure to  
set your display device before connecting to the RT-20. Many display  
devices have four mode settings: Normal, Just, Zoom and Full.  
These mode settings may vary between devices.  
• All PCM signals are converted to 44.1kHz/48kHz.  
• If DTS is played when connected equipment is set to PCM or Audio is  
set to PCM, analog audio output is not possible.  
• Audio cannot be output when: the VIDEO ON/OFF button has turned  
off audio; and when in Pure Mode, video output has been set to OFF.  
Note:  
The TV aspect ratios available for HDMI output depends on the con-  
nected display device. See the owner’s manual for your display device  
for more information.  
When the HDMI/DVI resolution is set to 720p or 1080i, only the  
16:9 Wide and 16:9 Squeeze settings can be selected. The 4:3 ratio  
settings will be grayed out. See the table on the next page for  
examples of HDMI Resolution settings.  
When the HDMI TV Aspect parameter is set, it also determines the  
aspect ratio of Composite Video, S-Video and Component video  
outputs.  
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HDMI Resolution Setting Examples for a 16:9 Format DVD  
HDMI Resolution Setting Examples for a 4:3 Format DVD  
Aspect (HDMI  
Resolution (HDMI  
Setting)  
Aspect (HDMI  
Setting)  
Display Device  
Setting  
Resolution  
(HDMI Setting)  
Display Device  
Setting  
Setting)  
480p/576p (525p/625p)  
4:3  
Standard  
16:9 Widescreen  
Normal  
4:3  
480p/576p (525p/625p)  
720p (750p)  
16:9 Widescreen  
16:9 Squeeze  
Full/Squeeze  
Through  
16:9 Widescreen  
16:9 Squeeze  
Normal/Through  
Normal/Through  
720p (750p)  
16:9 Squeeze  
Standard  
Normal  
4:3  
1080i/1125i  
16:9 Widescreen  
16:9 Squeeze  
Through  
1080i/1125i  
16:9 Squeeze  
Standard  
Normal  
4:3  
Through*  
* true to source (disc)  
Note:  
Some display devices may use settings that are different than those  
shown in these tables.  
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HDMI Audio Setup Table  
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENU  
Use to configure HDMI settings and the remote control command  
mode. Unlike the Setup menu, the Front Panel Display Menu opens  
on the RT-20 front panel display, which provides one-line viewing  
of parameters and settings.  
HDMI Setting  
HDMI Setting  
(Audio)  
(Audio)  
Audio Formats  
A u t o  
PCM  
2 CH DOWNMIX  
Left/Right  
Parameter  
Default  
Possible Settings  
DolbyDigital*1  
Dolby Digital  
HDMI ON/OFF  
HDMI OFF  
HDMI OFF, HDMI ON  
DolbyDigital*1  
Left/Right  
Dolby Digital Karaoke  
HDMI RESET  
N/A  
Linear PCM  
DTS  
Left/Right  
REMOT CODE  
DVD_2  
DVD_2, DVD_1  
DTS*1  
2 CH DOWNMIX  
MPEG*1  
MPEG  
Left/Right  
To open the Front Panel Display menu:  
2
2
DVD-A  
1. Press the STOP button to activate stop mode. In some cases,  
the STOP button must be pressed twice in succession to activate  
stop mode.  
*
*
CD/MP3/SACD*3  
DTS CD  
Left/Right  
Left/Right  
2. If the Setup menu is closed, proceed to step 3. If the Setup  
menu is open, press the remote control SETUP button to close  
the Setup menu.  
DTS  
DTS  
VCD  
Left/Right  
Left/Right  
3. When stop mode is activated, press and hold the SETUP button  
for more than 2 seconds. The front panel Display Off button  
LED will begin blinking, indicating that the Front Panel Display  
Menu is lit on the front panel display.  
*1: The RT-20 automatically switches to PCM output when the connected device  
does not support Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG bit streams.  
*2: Output will be 48kHz/16-bit or 44.1kHz/16-bit. Multi-channel PCM sources are  
downmixed to channel 2. (A source whose downmixing is prohibited is only output  
to Front L/R).  
When the Front Panel Display Menu is open, the HDMI ON/  
OFF parameter appears on the front panel display.  
*3: In this case, audio is not output from SACDs. Only the CD Audio part is output.  
Note:  
To close the Front Panel Display menu, press the remote control SETUP  
button.  
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Note:  
HDMI ON/OFF  
If images are not properly displayed on the display device after config-  
uring the HDMI setting on the SETUP menu, reset the RT-20. This will  
return the HDMI setting to the state before the setting was made.  
Use to enable/disable the HDMI connector. The default setting is  
HDMI ON.  
To set the HDMI ON/OFF option:  
REMOT_CODE  
1. When the HDMI ON/OFF parameter is displayed on the front  
panel display, press the remote control ENTER button.  
Assigns a remote control command mode to the RT-20. When  
DVD_1 is selected, the RT-20 can be operated with an RT-20  
remote control to which the DVD_1 command mode is also  
assigned. DVD-2 is the default command code.  
2. Use the remote control /buttons to toggle between HDMI  
ON and HDMI OFF. When you have chosen the desired option  
(it is displayed on the front panel), press the remote control  
ENTER button.  
To assign the DVD_2 command mode to the remote control:  
Note:  
Press and hold the remote control STOP and number 2 buttons for  
about 5 seconds.  
To use the HDMI function, set the HDMI parameters in the SETUP  
menu. See “HDMI Menu Options” on page 3-29.  
When DVD_1 is selected, the RT-20 can be operated with an RT-20  
remote control to which the DVD_1 command mode is also  
assigned.  
HDMI RESET  
Use to reset the RT-20 if HDMI functionality is not working properly.  
To assign the DVD_1 command mode to the remote control:  
To set HDMI RESET:  
Press and hold the remote control STOP and number 1 buttons for  
about 5 seconds.  
1. Use the remote control /buttons to highlight the HDMI  
RESET parameter.  
2. Press the remote control ENTER button to select the parameter.  
Note:  
The DVD_1 command mode is intended for use when two RT-20s are  
installed in the same system. Otherwise, avoid assigning the DVD_1  
command mode to the RT-20 and the RT-20 remote control. When two  
RT-20s are installed in the same system, assign the DVD_2 command  
mode to one RT-20 and the DVD_1 command mode to the other  
RT-20.  
3. “SURE” appears on the front panel display. Press the remote  
control ENTER button to activate HDMI RESET; or press the  
remote control SETUP button to exit the menu without activating  
the parameter.  
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The remote control cannot be used to operate an RT-20 to which a  
different command mode is assigned, except to configure Front  
Panel Display menu settings.  
VIDEO ADJUSTMENT/MEMORY BANKS  
To configure and store memory banks:  
1. Press the remote control VIDEO ADJ. button.  
When one RT-20 is installed in the system, assign the DVD_2  
command mode to the remote control and the RT-20. The DVD_2  
command mode is assigned to the RT-20 when factory-default set-  
tings are restored. The command mode assigned to the remote  
control is not affected when factory-default settings are restored.  
2. After the Video Adjustment screen opens, press the remote  
control and buttons to highlight the Video Adjust Setup  
options. Then, press the remote control ENTER button to select  
this option. The Setup screen will open.  
When Standard is selected, the default settings are applied to  
the image on the display device screen until a Video Adjust  
bank is selected.  
To confirm the command mode assigned to the remote control:  
Press and hold the remote control STOP and pause buttons for  
about 2 seconds. The command mode assigned to the remote con-  
trol will appear on the front panel display.  
3. Use the and buttons to select the desired Memory Set-  
ting (Memo1, Memo2 or Memo3).  
4. When the desired memory bank is highlighted, press the  
ENTER button to select that bank. Its settings will be applied to  
images on the display device screen until another Video Adjust  
bank is selected or factory-default settings are restored.  
VIDEO ADJUSTMENT SETUP  
Use to make exact, detailed adjustments of video settings such as  
CNR (chrominance) and DNR (brightness) noise reduction, as well  
as sharpness, white, black, gamma, hue, and chroma levels. The  
remote control VIDEO ADJ. button opens the Video Adjustment  
Setup menu. These adjustments should be used with a video opti-  
mizer disk for best results.  
5. When the desired Memory Video Setup screen is selected, press  
the and buttons to scroll through Video Adjust parame-  
ters.  
When a Video Setup bar is open, the selected parameter  
appears on the bar.  
When a Video Setup screen is open, the selected parameter  
is highlighted.  
See the Video Adjust parameter descriptions that begin on the next  
page for more information. The Video Adjustment parameters are  
adjusted with the remote control cursor arrow buttons.  
6. When the desired parameter is selected, press the and ꢃ  
buttons to adjust the setting. When the desired setting is  
selected, press the and buttons to continue scrolling  
through Video Adjust parameters.  
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until all desired parameter settings have  
been selected.  
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Video Adjustment Parameter Table  
Parameter  
Possible Settings  
Progressive Motion  
Auto1  
Auto2  
Auto3  
Video1  
Video2  
Video3  
DNR  
Min to Max (10 increments)  
Min to Max (10 increments)  
Min to Max (10 increments)  
Soft to Sharp (10 increments)  
Soft to Sharp (10 increments)  
Soft to Sharp (10 increments)  
Min to Max (10 increments)  
Min to Max (10 increments)  
Green to Red (10 increments)  
- to + (6 increments)  
CNR  
Sharpness High  
Sharpness Mid  
Detail  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Note:  
The RT-20 is manufactured for sale in several different countries. The  
default Video Adjust parameter settings might differ among versions.  
Chroma Level  
Hue  
Chroma Delay  
Gamma  
- to + (10 increments)  
Black Setup  
Lip Sync  
0 IRE or 7.5 IRE  
0msec to 200msec  
Initialize  
On, Off  
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CNR (CHROMINANCE NOISE REDUCTION)  
Controls the amount of noise reduction applied to the C compo-  
nent (chrominance) present in video signals.  
SHARPNESS HIGH  
Controls the sharpness of high-frequency (finely detailed) video sig-  
nals.  
SHARPNESS MID  
Controls the sharpness of mid-frequency (less detailed) video sig-  
nals.  
PROGRESSIVE MOTION  
DETAIL  
Use to adjust the smoothness of motion picture quality. Video  
sources can be recorded on video or film. Sources recorded in  
North America on video have a 30 frames-per-second (interlaced)  
or 60 frames-per-second (progressive) rate. Sources recorded on  
film typically have a 24 frames-per-second rate. When the Compo-  
nent parameter is set to Progressive, the RT-20 converts sources  
recorded on film to 60 frames-per-second to create a more natural  
picture. To adjust, observe a scene with a camera panning, or with  
fast moving objects and watch for smooth motion. Select Auto1 for  
most video sources, but if the picture on your display appears to  
move unnaturally, select another setting. Repeat this process to  
achieve the best picture quality.  
Controls the sharpness of details around picture edges.  
BRIGHTNESS  
Controls brightness of the image.  
CONTRAST  
Controls the image contrast.  
DNR (LUMINANCE NOISE REDUCTION)  
Controls the amount of noise reduction applied to the Y (bright-  
ness) component.  
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BLACK SETUP  
Sets the black level of the video output to 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE. The cor-  
rect or best setting sets the black setting to “true black,” but  
depends on the following factors: the source material, the selected  
video output format, and your video processor or display. A non-  
optimum setting can create a displayed image with more noise,  
also requiring adjustments to the display’s brightness and contrast.  
For most digital interfaces and Component video, select 0 IRE if  
your display supports that mode. If your display does not support 0  
IRE black, then select 7.5 IRE. For CVBS or S-VHS, select 7.5 IRE.  
The Black Setup parameter is related to but different from  
RGB-Normal and RGB-Expand, but you should carefully check these  
in tandem to ensure that you have optimally configured the RT-20.  
LIP SYNC  
CHROMA LEVEL  
Adjusts the time lag between the audio signal and the video signal  
from 0 to 200msec in 10msec increments.  
Controls the color saturation of video sources.  
Note:  
HUE  
Lip Sync will only function for analog sound. It does not work for digital  
output/HDMI output.  
Controls the red-to-green color balance of video sources.  
CHROMA DELAY  
INITIALIZE  
Compensates for misalignment of the Y (luminance) and C  
(chrominance) components present in video signals.  
Select On to return the Video Adjustment parameters to their  
Default settings.  
GAMMA  
Controls the brightness of darker picture elements.  
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To display a single Video Adjustment parameter:  
SELECTING VIDEO ADJUST BANKS  
The Video Memory Select bar can be used to select the desired  
Video Adjust bank. The RT-20 includes four banks of Video Adjust  
settings, including a Standard bank for optimized settings for a  
standard TV and three memory banks for storage of user-defined  
Video Adjust settings.  
While a Video Adjust parameter is highlighted, press the remote  
control DISPLAY button. This closes the full Video Adjust screen and  
displays the single highlighted parameter, as shown below.  
While this Video Adjust bar is displayed, use the remote control  
and buttons to scroll through the other parameters. Press  
DISPLAY again to return to the full Video Adjustment screen.  
Note:  
Chroma Delay will not operate in Composite Video out, S2 Video out  
and Component Video out when Interlaced is selected.  
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Note:  
Depending on the loaded disc and the associated display device, pre-  
viewed Video Adjust bank settings may still be applied when a new  
bank is highlighted. If this occurs, select a new Video Adjust bank to  
cancel the preview. The selected bank settings will be automatically  
applied to the picture on the display device screen.  
4. When the desired Video Adjustment bank is highlighted, press  
the ENTER button to select this bank. Its settings will be auto-  
matically applied to the picture on the display device screen.  
5. To close the Video Adjustment menu screen, press the ENTER  
or VIDEO ADJ. button.  
To select a Video Adjust bank:  
1. Press the remote control VIDEO ADJ. button.  
2. When the Video Adjust bar opens, press the remote control ꢀ  
and buttons to highlight the Video Memory Select option.  
Then, press the ENTER button to select this option.  
3. When the Video Memory Select bar opens as shown above, use  
the and buttons to highlight the desired Video Adjust-  
ment bank.  
When a bank is highlighted, its settings are automatically  
applied to the picture on the display device screen, allowing for  
previewing of bank settings. The settings you select are saved  
when a new bank is selected or the Video Memory Select bar is  
closed.  
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DISC MENU  
TITLE MENU  
The Disc Menu allows access to available audio, subtitle and lan-  
guage parameters.  
To access the title menu:  
1. While a disc is playing, press the remote control SETUP button.  
2. Select Title Menu using the remote control and buttons.  
3. Press the remote control or ENTER button.  
Note:  
• Disc and title menus are disc dependent.  
• Title Menu will only be displayed if there are at least two titles on the  
disc. For example, some DVD-Vs include more than one movie.  
• In VCD2.0 and SVCD, the ENTER button functions as a conversion  
switch between PBC ON and PBC OFF when the Disc Menu has been  
selected during stop mode.  
To access the disc menu:  
1. While a disc is playing, press the remote control SETUP button.  
2. Use the remote control and buttons to highlight Disc  
Menu.  
3. Press the remote control button or ENTER button.  
The remote control MENU button also selects the disc menu.  
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FUNCTION MENU  
Function Menu Table  
The Function screen provides access to four functions: Information,  
Zoom, Bookmark and Repeat.  
Function  
Description  
Info  
Opens the Disc Info Menu. See “DISPLAY  
MODE (Info Menu)” on page 4-26.  
To access the function menu:  
1. While a disc is playing, press the remote control SETUP button.  
Zoom  
Activates the Zoom mode.  
2. Select the Function Menu using the remote control and ꢁ  
Bookmark  
Activates Bookmark mode. See “Book-  
marks” on page 4-14.  
buttons.  
Function is highlighted as shown below.  
Repeat  
Activates Repeat Mode. See “REPEAT PLAY-  
BACK” on page 4-18.  
3. Press the remote control ENTER button.  
4. Use the and buttons to select the desired option.  
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Navigating Disc Menus ..............................................................4-2  
Disc Menu Command Matrix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3  
Selecting Disc Settings ...............................................................4-5  
Playback Mode Descriptions........................................................4-9  
Playback Modes Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10  
Program List Requirements Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23  
Playback Modes  
Lexicon  
SACD, AUDIO CD, & CD-R/RW  
NAVIGATING DISC MENUS  
These disc formats do not include disc menus. In some cases,  
CD-R/RWs that include MP3 tracks also include an MP3 Menu.  
Most discs include on-screen display menus that can be used to  
select disc settings, control playback, or view information about the  
disc.  
VIDEO CD & SVCD  
Note:  
These discs include PBC (Playback Control) menus that can be used  
to activate playback of specific tracks. In some cases, the remote  
control number buttons can also be used to activate playback of  
specific tracks when the PBC menu is open.  
The descriptions below provide a general overview of disc menus available  
for each disc format. These descriptions may differ for some discs within  
each format.  
DVD-V  
MP3  
These discs include menus that can be used to activate playback of  
specific scenes and to select disc settings such as audio track (audio  
language and output format), subtitle language, and camera angle.  
In some cases, certain remote control buttons can also be used to  
select these settings without navigating through the disc menu.  
The MP3 screens allow you to activate playback of specific folders  
and tracks on these discs, and view the MP3 file structure.  
To navigate disc menus:  
The “Disc Menu Command Matrix” on page 4-3 and 4-4 provides  
a general overview of remote control commands that can be used  
to navigate disc menus. In most cases, the remote control button  
must be pressed while the menu is open. Otherwise, the button  
executes the command indicated in the Remote Control Command  
Matrix.  
DVD-A  
These discs include top menus that can be used to activate play-  
back of specific tracks and to select disc settings such as output for-  
mat.  
DVD-R/RW  
PLAYBACK ICON  
These discs include an Original List screen that provides informa-  
tion about the contents of the disc as recorded. Some discs also  
include a Play List screen that provides information about the con-  
tents of the disc as programmed.  
The icon shown at the right appears on the on-screen  
display when the RT-20 and/or the disc does not allow  
the selected command.  
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Playback Modes  
Disc Menu Command Matrix  
Button DVD-V & DVD-A  
DVD-R/RW  
Video CD & SVCD  
MP3  
MENU &  
TOP  
MENU  
When a DVD-V is loaded, pressing the MENU button opens  
and closes the disc menu, provided the loaded disc includes  
a menu. In some cases, pressing the TOP MENU button also  
Pressing the MENU button opens  
and closes the disc menu,  
provided the loaded disc includes a  
Perform no function.  
Pressing the MENU button  
opens and closes the MP3  
Navigator, provided the  
loaded disc includes an MP3  
Navigator. Pressing the TOP  
MENU button performs no  
function.  
opens and closes the menu. When a DVD-A is loaded, press- menu. Pressing the TOP MENU  
ing the TOP MENU button opens and closes the disc top  
menu, provided the loaded disc includes a top menu. The  
TOP MENU button must be pressed to open and close  
DVD-A top menus. Pressing the MENU button performs no  
function.  
button performs no function.  
Number  
Buttons  
Select the corresponding menu item. When menu items are  
numbered, pressing a number button selects the menu  
item with the corresponding number. When menu items  
are not numbered, pressing a number button selects the  
menu item in the corresponding position. For instance,  
pressing the number 1 button selects the first menu item.  
See “Remote Control Command Matrix” on page 2-13 for  
instructions to select menu items 10 and above.  
Performs no function.  
Same as DVD-V & DVD-A.  
In some cases, pressing a  
number button activates  
playback of corresponding  
track when the PBC menu  
is open.  
Perform no function.  
CLEAR  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Deletes the selected track  
from the MP3 program list.  
PRO-  
GRAM  
Performs no function.  
Activates playback of the  
selected track or the first  
track in the selected folder.  
ENTER  
Selects the highlighted disc menu item.  
Same as DVD-V & DVD-A  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Activates playback of the  
selected track or the first  
track in the selected folder.  
RETURN  
For DVD-V: Closes the current disc menu screen and opens  
the previous menu screen. When the first menu screen is  
open, pressing the RETURN button performs no function.  
Opens and closes the PBC  
menu, provided the  
loaded disc includes a PBC  
menu.  
Closes the MP3 Menu.  
For DVD-A: Performs no function.  
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Lexicon  
Button DVD-V & DVD-A  
DVD-R/RW  
Video CD & SVCD  
MP3  
Scroll upward and downward through disc menu items. In  
Same as DVD-V & DVD-A.  
Performs no function.  
When the folder list is  
&ꢁ  
some cases, pressing the and arrows scrolls left and  
selected, pressing the and  
right through menu items.  
arrows scrolls upward  
and downward through the  
folder list. When the track list  
is selected, pressing the ꢀ  
and arrows scrolls  
upward and downward  
through the track list.  
Scroll left and right through disc menu items. In some  
cases, pressing the and arrows scrolls upward and  
downward through menu items.  
Toggle between the Original List  
and Play List screens when all of  
the following conditions are met:  
Performs no function.  
Toggle between the folder  
and track lists.  
&ꢃ  
The loaded disc includes Orig-  
inal List and Play List screens.  
Stop mode is activated.  
No menu items are selected.  
When a menu item is selected,  
pressing the arrow activates  
playback at the first frame of the  
selected menu item.  
PREV  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
Performs no function.  
NEXT  
SEARCH,  
AUDIO,  
SUBTITLE  
& ANGLE  
When a DVD-V is loaded, pressing one of these buttons  
opens the corresponding menu screen, provided the loaded  
disc includes the corresponding menu screen. When a  
DVD-A is loaded, pressing one of these buttons performs no  
function.  
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To select an audio track when a disc is playing:  
1. Press the AUDIO button.  
SELECTING DISC SETTINGS  
Some disc menus can be used to select disc settings such as audio  
track (audio language and output format), subtitle language, and  
camera angle. In some cases, certain remote control buttons can  
also be used to select these settings without navigating through the  
disc menu.  
When a DVD-V or Video CD is loaded, an Audio bar similar  
to the one shown below will open at the top of the  
on-screen display, indicating the audio language and out-  
put format in which the selected audio track was recorded.  
For instance, the Audio bar shown below indicates that the  
selected audio track was recorded in English in 2-channel  
Dolby Digital format.  
Note:  
Condition memory mode stores audio language, output format, subtitle  
language, and camera angle settings for up to 20 DVD-Vs. Once stored,  
these settings will be automatically recalled whenever the disc is loaded.  
When an MP3 is loaded, the Audio bar shown below will  
open at the top of the on-screen display, indicating the out-  
put format in which the selected audio track was recorded.  
If the Audio bar does not open at the top of the on-screen  
display, audio track selection might not be available for the  
loaded disc.  
AUDIO TRACKS  
2. Use the cursor arrow buttons to scroll through the audio track  
options.  
Opens the Audio bar shown in the next column, which can be used  
to select the desired audio track (audio language and output for-  
mat).  
3. When the desired audio track is selected, press the PLAY button  
or the remote control ENTER button to activate playback using  
the selected audio track.  
Audio track selection is available for DVD-Vs, Video CDs, and MP3s  
recorded with two or more audio tracks. Audio track selection is  
not available for other disc formats or for discs recorded with one  
audio track. In addition, audio track selection is not available unless  
playback is activated.  
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ENG DOLBY DIGITAL 2.0ch  
DVD-V and Video CD audio tracks include an audio language and  
output format. MP3 audio tracks include an output format.  
Note:  
Audio track selection has no effect on the Audio Language parame-  
ter setting.  
The Audio bar automatically closes a few seconds after the last command  
is received. If this occurs, playback will automatically activate using the  
selected audio track.  
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Playback Modes  
Lexicon  
SUBTITLE LANGUAGES  
01/02 ENG  
Opens a Subtitle bar as shown to the right, which can be used to  
select the desired subtitle language.  
Note:  
Subtitle language selection is available for DVD-Vs recorded with  
subtitles. Subtitle language selection is not available for other disc  
formats or for discs that are not recorded with subtitles. In addition,  
subtitle language selection is not available unless playback is acti-  
vated.  
The Subtitle bar automatically closes immediately after the last command  
is received. When this occurs, playback will activate using the selected  
subtitle language. If no command is selected, the bar closes after approxi-  
mately ten seconds.  
Subtitle language selection has no effect on the Subtitle Language  
parameter setting.  
3. When the desired subtitle language is selected, press the  
remote control ENTER button to activate playback using the  
selected subtitle language.  
To set Subtitle preference, see “Subtitle Language” on page 3-5.  
To select a subtitle language when a disc is playing:  
CAMERA ANGLES  
1. Press the SUBTITLE button to open the Subtitle bar.  
The Subtitle bar indicates the language in which the selected  
subtitles were recorded. For instance, the Subtitle bar shown to  
the right indicates that the selected subtitle was recorded in  
English. It also indicates that the selected language is one of  
two that are available.  
Opens the Angle bar, which can be used to select the desired cam-  
era angle.  
Camera angle selection is available for DVD-V scenes recorded from  
multiple camera angles. Camera angle selection is not available for  
other disc formats or for DVD-V scenes recorded from one camera  
angle. In addition, camera angle selection is not available unless  
playback is activated.  
If the Subtitle bar does not open at the top of the on-screen  
display, subtitle language selection might not be available for  
the loaded disc.  
2. To select the desired subtitle language, use the cursor arrow  
buttons to scroll through the available languages. The current  
subtitle language is displayed on-screen.  
The Angle Indicator parameter activates and deactivates the indica-  
tor. See “Angle Mark” on page 3-26. When set to On, the indicator  
appears on the front panel display when playback of a scene  
Select Subtitle Off to prevent subtitles from appearing on the  
on-screen display during playback.  
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Playback Modes  
recorded from multiple camera angles is in progress. When set to  
Off, the indicator does not appear on the front panel display when  
playback of a scene recorded from multiple camera angles is in  
progress.  
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Note:  
To select a camera angle when a disc is playing:  
The Angle bar automatically closes a few seconds after the last command  
is received. If this occurs, playback will automatically activate from the  
selected camera angle.  
1. Press the ANGLE button to open the Angle bar shown to the  
right.  
The Angle bar indicates the number of the selected camera  
angle and the number of camera angles from which the  
currently playing scene was recorded. For instance, the  
Angle bar shown to the right indicates that camera angle 1  
of 2 is selected.  
3. When the desired camera angle is selected, press the Play button  
or the remote control ENTER button to activate playback from  
the selected camera angle.  
When a chapter of the disc is playing that features the cam-  
era angle option, the camera angle icon appears on the  
right side of the screen.  
CONDITION MEMORY  
(STORING DISC SETTINGS)  
If the Angle bar indicates that camera angle 1 of 1 is  
selected, the currently playing scene was recorded from one  
camera angle. In this case, camera angle selection is not  
available.  
CONDITION  
If the Angle bar does not open at the top of the on-screen  
display, camera angle selection may not be available for the  
loaded disc.  
Activates condition memory mode, which stores preferred disc set-  
tings for up to 20 DVD-Vs. Once stored, these settings will be auto-  
matically recalled whenever the disc is loaded.  
2. When the Angle bar opens, press the ANGLE button again to  
cycle through all camera angles available for the currently play-  
ing scene. The remote control number buttons can also be  
used to enter the number of the desired camera angle (if  
known).  
Preferred disc settings can be stored for DVD-Vs that allow the  
selection of on-screen display disc menu language, audio track  
(audio language and output format), subtitle language, camera  
angle, Video Adjust, or parental security level settings. Preferred  
disc settings cannot be stored for other disc formats or for DVD-Vs  
that do not allow at least one of these selections.  
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Playback Modes  
Lexicon  
Preferred disc settings cannot be stored for selections the loaded  
DVD-V does not allow. For instance, if the loaded DVD-V does not  
allow selection of an on-screen display disc menu language setting,  
a preferred on-screen display disc menu language setting cannot  
be stored. However, preferred disc settings can still be stored for  
other selections the loaded DVD-V allows.  
Pressing the Play button might not activate playback when  
the disc menu is open on the on-screen display. If this  
occurs, press the remote control MENU or TOP MENU but-  
ton to close the disc menu. Then, press the PLAY button  
again to activate playback.  
2. When playback is activated, press the remote control CONDI-  
TION button. The Condition Memory bar shown below will  
open at the top of the on-screen display to indicate that pre-  
ferred disc settings have been stored for the loaded disc. Once  
stored, these settings will be automatically recalled whenever  
the disc is loaded.  
Preferred disc settings can be stored for up to 20 DVD-Vs. The oldest  
set of preferred disc settings is automatically deleted when the  
twenty-first set of preferred disc settings is stored. All preferred disc  
settings are automatically deleted when factory-default settings are  
restored.  
Most DVD-Vs include disc menus that can be used to select disc  
settings. In some cases, certain remote control buttons can also be  
used to select disc settings without navigating through the disc  
menu.  
CONDITION  
Disc menu settings do not affect Setup menu parameter settings.  
To delete preferred disc settings:  
To store preferred disc settings:  
1. Make sure a DVD-V for which preferred disc settings have been  
stored is loaded.  
1. Make sure a DVD-V that allows selection of on-screen display  
disc menu language, audio track (audio language and output  
format), subtitle language, camera angle, Video Adjust, or  
parental security level settings is loaded.  
2. When the disc is loaded, press the PLAY button to activate play-  
back.  
See “NAVIGATING DISC MENUS” on page 4-2 for instruc-  
tions to select on-screen display disc menu language, audio  
track (audio language and output format), subtitle lan-  
guage, camera angle.  
3. When playback is activated, press the CONDITION button to  
open the Condition Memory bar shown above.  
4. When the Condition Memory bar opens, press the remote control  
CLEAR button to delete preferred disc settings.  
In some cases, certain remote control buttons can also be  
used to select disc settings without navigating through the  
disc menu.  
When the desired disc settings have been selected, press  
the PLAY button to activate playback.  
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Playback Modes  
To activate playback:  
PLAYBACK MODE DESCRIPTIONS  
Press the PLAY button.  
The RT-20 offers a range of playback modes that can be used to  
control playback of the loaded disc. The “Playback Modes Table”  
on page 4-10 indicates the playback modes available for each disc  
format.  
Except for the Playback mode described below, assume that play-  
back is activated before the command is entered.  
PLAYBACK (PLAY)  
Use the front panel or remote control PLAY button to activate play-  
back of the loaded disc at regular playback speed. In some cases,  
the remote control number buttons can also be used to activate  
playback of a specific title, chapter, group, or track.  
The PLAY button may not activate playback when the disc menu is  
open on the on-screen display.  
Some discs automatically activate regular playback when switching  
titles, chapters, groups, or tracks, even if a different playback mode  
(i.e. random playback) was activated before the switch.  
When playback is activated, the remote control and buttons  
might stop functioning. To restore functionality, press the STOP  
button to activate stop mode. In some cases, the STOP button  
must be pressed twice in succession to activate stop mode. Then,  
press the PLAY button to reactivate playback.  
When playback of an MP3 track is activated, the name of the track  
appears on the front panel display for the first 5 seconds of play-  
back.  
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Playback Modes  
Lexicon  
Playback Modes Table  
DVD-V &  
DVD R/RW  
Audio CD &  
CD-R/RW  
Playback Mode  
DVD-A  
SACD  
Video CD  
SVCD  
MP3  
Playback  
Stop  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Resume  
Pause  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Still Frame  
Frame-by-Frame  
Slow  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Group, Track  
Track, Group, A-B  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Track, All, A-B  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Track  
Available  
Random  
Repeat  
Available  
Title, Chapter,  
A-B  
Track, All, A-B  
Track, Folder,  
DIsc  
A-B Repeat  
Program  
Search  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Track  
Available  
Track  
Available  
Track  
Available  
Track  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Track, Folder  
Not Available  
Group, Track  
Track, Group, Time  
Title, Chapter,  
Time,  
Track  
Track  
Track  
Track  
Page  
Not Available  
Available  
Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Available  
Not Available  
Not Available  
Display  
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Playback Modes  
When the first file is playing, the song file menu appears on the  
right side of the on-screen display.  
PLAYING MP3 FILES  
When MP3 files are loaded, you can activate playback of specific  
folders and tracks, and view the MP3 file structure.  
Up to 5 MP3 files can be displayed at a time. If you have more than  
5 MP3 files on a disc, use the andbuttons to access them on  
screen.  
When an MP3 track is included in a complex file structure, the  
RT-20 might require a few seconds to activate playback. When this  
occurs, the message “Please wait a moment” appears on the  
on-screen display.  
To access a MP3 folder menu:  
The RT-20 does not allow playback of incompatible MP3 tracks.  
When an incompatible MP3 track is selected, the message  
“UNPLAYABLE MP3 FORMAT” appears on the on-screen display.  
1. Press the RETURN button, and the MP3 folder menu appears  
on the right side of the screen as shown below.  
2. Use the and buttons to select the desired MP3 folder.  
3. Press ENTER.  
When MP3 files are loaded, the MP3 tracks appear on the right side  
of the screen.  
4. Use the and buttons to select a MP3 file.  
5. Press ENTER to begin playback of the MP3 file.  
To play a MP3 file:  
1. Use the and buttons to select the desired MP3 file.  
2. Press the remote control ENTER button to begin playback of  
the desired file.  
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Playback Modes  
Lexicon  
To access a JPEG folder:  
PLAYING JPEG FILES  
When the JPEG file is loading, the JPEG file menu will appear on the  
right side of the screen. (Some discs may start playing automati-  
cally).  
1. Press the RETURN button, and the JPEG folder menu will  
appear on the right side of the screen.  
2. Use the remote control and buttons to select the desired  
JPEG folder.  
3. Press ENTER.  
4. Use the remote control and buttons to select a JPEG file.  
5. Press ENTER to begin playback of the JPEG file.  
Up to 6 JPEG files can be displayed at a time. If you have more than  
6 JPEG files on a disc, use the left/right cursor buttons to access  
them on screen.  
To activate playback for JPEG files:  
1. Use the remote control and buttons to select the desired  
JPEG.  
Note:  
2. Press the remote control ENTER button to begin playback of  
the file.  
While a JPEG file is displayed, press the remote control STOP button to  
return to the JPEG file menu.  
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Playback Modes  
To change the orientation of a still image:  
SAVING A JPEG FILE FOR USE AS SCREEN BACK-  
GROUND (JPEG CAPTURE)  
1. Press the button to rotate the image clockwise 90 degrees.  
You can store a still image to use as the on-screen display back-  
ground image or as the “start up logo.”  
2. Press the button to rotate the image counterclockwise 90  
degrees.  
To use the CAPTURE feature:  
3. Press the and buttons to flip the image 180 degrees.  
1. During JPEG playback, press the remote control SETUP button.  
To use zoom playback for JPEG files:  
The screen displays, “When you wish to import an image, press  
ENTER on the remote control.”  
Press the remote control ZOOM button. Pressing ZOOM a second  
time activates 2X Zoom. Three presses activates 4X zoom, and a  
fourth time deactivates ZOOM.  
2. When the desired image is on-screen, press the ENTER button  
to save it.  
Push the remote control CLEAR button to stop an image from  
being saved as a background.  
Note:  
After saving a JPEG file, you must “assign” it to be used as the  
screen background.  
• Depending on the JPEG file size, there may be instances when the Zoom  
will not function.  
• Read-in time when playing a CD-R/RW may be time consuming  
depending on the data size.  
Note:  
• Only a single image can be saved. When a new JPEG file is stored, the  
current background image is erased.  
• You can save a JPEG file image to use as your screen background.  
• If storing a new image fails, the previous image may also be lost.  
• When the saved image is displayed as the “start up logo,” elect  
CAPTURE on the Background.  
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Playback Modes  
Lexicon  
To delete a bookmark:  
BOOKMARKS  
1. Press the PLAY button to activate playback.  
MARKER  
2. Press the MARKER button to open the MARKER bar.  
3. Use a remote control or button to select the bookmark  
number you want to delete.  
Use the remote control MARKER button to bookmark selected sections  
of a DVD-V for later viewing.  
4. Press the CLEAR button to delete a bookmark number.  
5. Press the MARKER button to turn off the MARKER display.  
To create a bookmark at the current playback time:  
1. Press the remote control MARKER button. The Bookmark bar  
appears at the top of the on-screen display.  
To delete all bookmarks:  
Eject the disc. Bookmarks are not saved when a disc is ejected.  
2. Use the a remote control or button to move to a space  
(dash). When you reach the scene you want to bookmark,  
press the ENTER button.  
Note:  
The dash changes to a number (1, 2 or 3).  
Up to 3 scenes may be bookmarked at a time. The Bookmark function  
may not work with all discs.  
3. Press the MARKER button to close the bookmark bar.  
STOP MODE  
To activate playback from a bookmarked playback time:  
STOP  
1. Press the remote control MARKER button.  
2. Use the remote control or buttons to select a marked  
scene.  
Stops playback of the loaded disc. Audio automatically mutes when  
stop mode is activated. Use the front panel and remote control  
STOP button to activate.  
3. Press the PLAY button to skip to the marked scene.  
When an MP3 is loaded, activating stop mode does not deselect  
the selected folder unless random playback or program mode is  
activated.  
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To activate stop mode when a disc is playing:  
To deactivate resume mode:  
Press the STOP button.  
Press the PLAY button to reactivate playback at the current  
playback time.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop mode. When stop mode  
is activated, pressing STOP again will deactivate resume mode.  
Playback cannot be reactivated at the current playback time.  
RESUME MODE  
STOP  
RESUME PLAY  
Pauses playback at the current playback time (the screen does not  
display the still frame). Audio automatically mutes when resume  
mode is activated. Later, playback can be reactivated from this  
playback time.  
PAUSE MODE  
Use the front panel and remote control STOP button to activate.  
To activate resume mode while a disc is playing:  
Pauses playback at the current playback time. Audio automatically  
mutes when pause mode is activated.  
Press the STOP button once. When you resume play by pressing  
the PLAY button, the Resume Play bar shown to the right will open  
at the top of the on-screen display to indicate that resume mode is  
activated.  
In some cases, activating pause mode is the same as activating still  
frame playback mode. Refer to “STILL FRAME PLAYBACK” on  
page 4-16 for more information.  
If the Resume bar does not appear on the on-screen display,  
resume mode might not be available for the loaded disc. The “Play-  
back Modes Table” on page 4-10 indicates the playback modes  
available for each disc format.  
To activate pause mode when a disc is playing:  
Press the Pause button.  
To deactivate pause mode:  
Press the PLAY button to reactivate playback at the current  
playback time.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode.  
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Playback Modes  
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To deactivate still frame playback:  
STILL FRAME PLAYBACK  
Press the PLAY button to reactivate playback at the current  
playback time.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode. In  
some cases, the STOP button must be pressed twice in succes-  
sion to activate stop mode. When stop mode is activated, play-  
back cannot be reactivated at the current playback time.  
Activates still frame playback, which pauses playback at the current  
playback time and creates a still frame image on the associated display  
device screen. Audio automatically mutes when still frame playback  
is activated.  
FRAME-BY-FRAME PLAYBACK  
The Pause Mode parameter controls the appearance of still frame  
images. When set to Field, the RT-20 produces tight, stable, and  
generally shake-free still frame images. When set to Frame, the  
RT-20 produces sharper, but shakier still frame images. When set to  
Auto, the RT-20 automatically selects the best viewing method for  
still frame images. See “Pause Mode” on page 3-22.  
Activates frame-by-frame playback, which plays the loaded disc one  
frame at a time in the forward direction. Audio automatically mutes  
when frame-by-frame playback is activated. With this function  
DVD-Vs and VCDs can be advanced forward a frame at a time.  
Still frame images displayed on CRT display devices for long periods  
of time can “burn in” or create “ghost images” on the display  
device screen. When the RT-20 is connected to a CRT display  
device, set the Screen Saver parameter to On to prevent the  
appearance of “ghost images” on the display device screen.  
To activate frame-by-frame playback when a disc is playing:  
Press the Pause button to pause playback at the current play-  
back time.  
To activate still frame playback when a disc is playing:  
Press the Pause button.  
Press and release the Pause button to activate forward frame-  
by-frame playback. The picture on the associated display  
device screen will advance one frame with each press of the  
pause button.  
If a still frame image does not appear on the display device screen,  
still frame playback might not be available for the loaded disc. The  
“Playback Modes Table” on page 4-10 indicates the playback  
modes available for each disc format.  
Note:  
Video CDs are not compatible with reverse frame-by-frame playback.  
Continue pressing and releasing the Pause button to continue  
frame-by-frame playback.  
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To deactivate frame-by-frame playback:  
To deactivate slow playback:  
Press the PLAY button to activate playback at the current play-  
back time.  
Press the PLAY button to activate playback at the current play-  
back time.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode.  
Press the Pause button to pause playback at the current disc  
location.  
SLOW PLAYBACK  
RANDOM PLAYBACK  
RANDOM  
Activates slow playback, which plays the loaded disc at 1/8, 1/6,  
1/4, or 1/2 regular playback speed in the selected direction. Audio  
automatically mutes when slow playback is activated.  
Activates random playback, which plays the loaded disc in a ran-  
dom order of chapters, groups, or tracks. The “Playback Modes  
Table” on page 4-10 indicates the random playback modes avail-  
able for each disc format. Random playback is not available for  
DVD-Vs, DVD-R/RWs, Video CDs, and SVCDs that include PBC  
menus.  
Note:  
Video CDs are not compatible with reverse slow playback.  
To activate slow playback when a disc is playing:  
1. Press the Pause button to pause playback at the current play-  
back time.  
To activate random playback:  
2. Press and hold the or arrow or button to activate reverse  
Press the remote control RANDOM button.  
or forward slow playback at 1/2 regular playback speed.  
Random playback is automatically deactivated when:  
3. Press and release the or button again to cycle through all  
available slow playback speeds – 1/8, 1/6, 1/4 or 1/2 regular  
playback speed.  
Repeat playback or program mode is activated  
The remote control CLEAR, STOP, REPEAT, or PROGRAM button  
is pressed.  
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2. Press the PLAY button to activate the selected random playback  
mode.  
RANDOM PLAYBACK MODES  
3. When random playback is in progress:  
GROUP  
Press the remote control PREV button to return to the  
beginning of the currently playing title, chapter, group, or  
track.  
Activates playback of the loaded disc in a random order of groups,  
beginning with the currently playing group.  
Press the remote control NEXT button to skip to the begin-  
ning of the next randomly selected chapter, group, or track.  
For instance, when random chapter playback is activated,  
pressing the NEXT button skips to the beginning of the next  
randomly selected chapter.  
TRACK  
Activates playback of the loaded disc in a random order of tracks,  
beginning with the currently playing track. When a DVD-A is  
loaded, random track playback includes tracks in the currently play-  
ing group. When the currently playing group includes just one  
track, activating random track playback repeats playback of that  
track. When another disc format is loaded, random track playback  
includes all tracks on the loaded disc.  
When playing a DVD-A disc, press the remote control  
SEARCH button and enter the group number of the track  
you wish to play using the number buttons. Then press the  
PLAY button to activate random playback within the desig-  
nated group.  
Note:  
Random playback is not available for DVD-Vs, DVD-R/RWs, Video CDs  
and SVCDs that include PBC menus.  
To deactivate random playback:  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode. Then press  
the RANDOM button.  
To activate random playback:  
REPEAT PLAYBACK  
1. Press the remote control RANDOM button when the disc is in  
stop mode.  
The Random Track bar opens at the top of the on-screen dis-  
play. (Press the RANDOM button again to toggle to RANDOM  
OFF.)  
Repeats playback of the currently playing title, chapter, group,  
track, folder, or program list. The “Playback Modes Table” on  
page 4-10 indicates the repeat playback modes available for each  
disc format. Repeat playback is not available for Video CDs and  
SVCDs that include PBC menus.  
If the Random bar does not open, random playback may not  
be available for the loaded disc. The “Playback Modes Table”  
on page 4-10 indicates the random playback modes available  
for each disc format.  
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To activate repeat playback:  
ALL OR DISC  
Activates repeat playback of the loaded disc.  
Press the remote control REPEAT button.  
Note:  
Repeat playback is automatically deactivated when:  
Repeat playback is not available for Video CDs and SVCDs that include  
PBC menus.  
Random playback or A-B repeat playback is activated  
The remote control CLEAR, STOP, PREV, NEXT, RANDOM, A-B  
button or REPEAT button is pressed.  
To activate repeat playback:  
1. Make sure playback of the desired title, chapter, group, track,  
folder, disc, or program list is activated.  
REPEAT PLAYBACK MODES  
2. Press the REPEAT button to open a Repeat bar at the top of the  
on-screen display.  
TITLE  
The Repeat bar indicates the selected repeat playback mode.  
Activates repeat playback of the currently playing title.  
If the Repeat bar does not open at the top of the on-screen dis-  
play, repeat playback might not be available for the loaded  
disc. The “Playback Modes Table” on page 4-10 indicates the  
repeat playback modes available for each disc format.  
CHAPTER  
Activates repeat playback of the currently playing chapter.  
3. When the Repeat bar opens, use the arrow buttons to cycle  
through all repeat playback options (Off, Chapter, Title, A-B).  
GROUP  
If program playback was activated when the REPEAT button  
was pressed, repeat program playback is available. Other  
repeat playback modes are not available.  
Activates repeat playback of the currently playing group.  
TRACK  
Note:  
The Repeat bar automatically closes a few seconds after the last com-  
mand is received. When this occurs, the selected repeat playback mode is  
automatically activated.  
Activates repeat playback of the currently playing track.  
FOLDER  
Activates repeat playback of the currently playing folder.  
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2. Press the A-B button again at the desired end time (point B).  
4. When the desired repeat playback mode is selected, press the  
remote control ENTER button to activate the selected repeat  
playback mode.  
The disc immediately begins playback at the selected point A  
and continues onto the selected point B and loops continu-  
ously.  
Select OFF to deactivate repeat playback. (This option is only  
available if repeat playback was activated when the REPEAT  
button was pressed.)  
To deactivate A-B repeat playback:  
Press the A-B button or the remote control CLEAR button to  
end the playback loop. In some cases, the A-B button must be  
pressed twice in succession to deactivate A-B repeat playback.  
To deactivate repeat playback:  
Press the remote control CLEAR button to activate playback  
from the current playback time.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode.  
Press the STOP button to activate stop or resume mode.  
A-B repeat playback is automatically deactivated when:  
A-B REPEAT PLAYBACK  
Random or repeat playback is activated  
The remote control CLEAR, STOP, PREV, NEXT, RANDOM, or  
REPEAT button is pressed.  
A-B  
Use the remote control A-B button to activate A-B repeat playback  
from a user-defined start time (point A) to a user-defined end time  
(point B). A-B repeat playback can be configured to repeat play-  
back of the user-defined playback loop continuously.  
PROGRAM MODE  
Note:  
Program mode allows you to create a program list for the loaded  
disc. Use the remote control PROGRAM button to activate program  
mode. When a program list has been created, program mode also  
activates program playback. See the “Program List Requirements  
Table” on page 4-23 which indicates the program playback modes  
available for each disc format.  
• A-B repeat playback is not available for Video CDs and SVCDs that  
include PBC menus.  
• For DVD-Vs, the start and end points of the loop must be in the same  
title/group.  
To activate A-B repeat playback when a disc is playing:  
A program list is a user-defined playback order of titles, chapters,  
groups, or tracks. A program list can contain up to 20 tracks.  
1. Press the A-B button at the desired start time (point A).  
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When playback of a program chapter or program track list is acti-  
vated, playback of a non-programmed chapter or track can activate  
while the RT-20 searches for the next programmed chapter or  
track.  
Note:  
Program mode is available for DVD-As, VCDs, CDs and SACDs. Program  
mode is not available for DVD-Vs or DVD-R/RWs.  
To create a program list:  
1. Activate stop mode with the remote control STOP button.  
2. Press the remote control PROGRAM button to open the Program  
screen shown to the right.  
The tracks on the loaded disc are listed in the Track box on the  
left side of the screen.  
3. Press the remote control and buttons to highlight a track  
to be added to the program list.  
4. When the desired track is highlighted, press the remote control  
ENTER button.  
The selected track appears in the Program Order box to the  
right of the Track listing box.  
For DVD-A, tracks can be added to the program list by specifying  
group numbers. A group list box is available as shown on the next  
page. Bonus tracks cannot be added to a program list.  
After a list has been programmed, press PLAY to activate playback  
of the track list. To resume normal playback while a program list is  
activated, press the remote control CLEAR button.  
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To delete tracks one at a time from a program list:  
1. Load a disc for which a program list has been created.  
2. Press the STOP button to activate stop mode.  
3. Press the PROGRAM button to display the program settings  
screen.  
4. Press the remote control CLEAR button to delete the last track  
that was added to the list.  
5. Press CLEAR to erase tracks in descending order from 19 to 18,  
etc.  
To delete all tracks from a program list:  
Power off the RT-20, or eject the disc.  
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Program List Requirements Table  
Disc Formats Program Lists  
Requirements  
Storage  
DVD-A  
One program group  
list per disc.  
Program lists cannot:  
Program lists are automatically deleted when:  
Include more than 20 entries, including groups, tracks,  
and pauses  
The disc drawer is opened  
Standby mode is activated  
One program track  
list per group.  
Include tracks from different groups.  
The RT-20 is powered off with the front panel On/Off  
button  
Factory-default settings are restored.  
SACD, Audio  
CD, CD-R/RW  
One program track  
list per disc.  
Program lists cannot:  
Program lists are automatically deleted when:  
Include more than 20 entries, including tracks and pauses  
The disc drawer is opened  
Include values that are not included on the loaded disc.  
Standby mode is activated  
The RT-20 is powered off with the front panel On/Off  
button  
Factory-default settings are restored.  
Video CD, SVCD  
One program track  
list per disc.  
Program lists cannot:  
Program lists are automatically deleted when:  
Be created when playback or pause mode is activated  
Include more than 20 entries, including tracks and pauses  
Include values that are not included on the loaded disc.  
The disc drawer is opened  
Standby mode is activated  
The RT-20 is powered off with the front panel On/Off  
button  
Factory-default settings are restored.  
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When an MP3 is loaded, track search mode activates playback  
of the selected track in the currently playing folder.  
SEARCH MODE  
When another disc format is loaded, track search mode acti-  
vates playback of the selected track.  
Search mode activates playback of a specific title, chapter, group,  
track, folder, times, frame, or page on the loaded disc. Use the  
remote control SEARCH button to activate.  
FOLDER  
Activates playback of the first track in the selected folder.  
Most search modes are available whether playback, stop, resume,  
or pause mode is activated. However, the Time search mode is not  
available unless playback or pause mode is activated.  
TIME  
Activates playback at the selected playback time (minutes: seconds)  
in the currently playing title, chapter, group, track, or folder. This  
search mode is not available unless playback or pause mode is acti-  
vated.  
SEARCH MODES  
TITLE  
PAGE  
Activates playback of the first chapter in the selected title.  
Activates playback at the selected browsable picture on the loaded  
disc. This search mode is not available unless the loaded disc  
includes browsable pictures.  
CHAPTER  
Activates playback of the selected chapter in the currently playing  
title.  
To activate search mode:  
1. Press the remote control SEARCH button to open a search bar  
at the top of the on-screen display.  
GROUP  
Activates playback of the first track in the selected group.  
The Time search modes are not available unless playback or  
pause mode is activated.  
The Search bar indicates the selected search mode.  
TRACK  
2. Press the SEARCH button repeatedly to cycle through all search  
modes available for the loaded disc. The “Playback Modes  
When a DVD-A is loaded, track search mode activates playback  
of the selected track in the currently playing group.  
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Table” on page 4-10 indicates the search modes available for  
each disc format.  
PAGE MODE  
Many DVD-As contain images or pages that you can scroll through  
using your remote control. Use the remote control PAGE button to  
activate DVD-A page mode, which displays which image or page is  
currently on-screen (during playback).  
Note:  
The search bar automatically closes a few seconds after the last command  
is received. When this occurs, search mode is automatically deactivated.  
To activate page mode when a DVD-A is playing:  
3. When the desired search mode is selected, press the remote  
control number buttons to enter a search value. It is not neces-  
sary to press the +10 button to enter values 10 and above. For  
example:  
1. Load a DVD-A disc.  
2. Press the remote control PAGE button.  
A Page bar like the one shown below will open at the top of the  
on-screen display to indicate that page mode is activated. Use  
the remote control and buttons to scroll left or right.  
To enter Title 6, press the number 6 button.  
To enter Track 16, press the number 1 button, then the  
number 6 button.  
The Page bar indicates the number of the selected image and  
the number of images contained on the disc. For instance, the  
Page bar shown below indicates that image 1 of 15 is  
on-screen.  
To enter a playback time of 16 minutes and 16 seconds,  
press the number 1 button, the number 6 button, the number  
1 button, then the number 6 button.  
To delete an incorrect search value, press the remote con-  
trol CLEAR button.  
01/15  
To deactivate search mode, press the SEARCH button until  
the search bar closes.  
3. Press the PAGE button to close the page bar.  
4. When the desired search value is entered, press the PLAY button  
or the remote control ENTER button to activate playback at the  
selected playback time.  
If a valid search value is entered, playback activates at the  
selected title, chapter, group, track, folder, playback time,  
or browsable picture.  
If an invalid search value is entered, the search bar closes  
without activating playback.  
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You can use the remote control number buttons to directly  
access a title, chapter or to start playback from the desired  
time.  
DISPLAY MODE (INFO MENU)  
DISPLAY  
4. Press the DISPLAY button again to reset the displayed disc time  
to 0:00.  
Use the remote control DISPLAY button to activate display mode,  
which opens an on-screen information menu as shown below.  
5. Press the DISPLAY button to close the Info Menu.  
TITLE  
To access the desired title when more than one is available. For  
example, if a DVD-V has more than a one movie, each will be iden-  
tified.  
CHAPTER  
Most DVD-Vs are recorded in chapters for easy access to specific  
sections.  
TITLE TIME  
Allows playback from a desired time. You must enter the starting  
time as a reference.  
To open the info menu while a disc is playing:  
AUDIO  
1. Press the remote control DISPLAY button.  
Displays the film soundtrack language. In the example, the  
soundtrack is played in English 5.1 CH. A DVD-V can have up to  
eight different soundtracks.  
2. Use the remote control /buttons to select the desired  
item.  
3. Use the remote control /buttons to make the desired  
change, then press ENTER.  
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SUBTITLE  
Displays the subtitle languages available on the disc. You can  
choose the desired subtitle language, or set to Off. A DVD-V can  
store up to 32 different subtitle languages.  
TRACKTIME (VCD OR SACD)  
Displays the elapsed time of the currently playing track.  
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Troubleshooting & Maintenance  
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Routine Maintenance................................................................5-14  
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Troubleshooting & Maintenance  
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Incorrect operation is sometimes mistaken for malfunction. If prob-  
lems occur, refer to this section for troubleshooting information or  
visit www.lexicon.com for additional troubleshooting information  
and answers to frequently asked questions. If problems persist, con-  
tact your authorized Lexicon dealer.  
The remote control seems to stop working.  
1. Make sure the remote control batteries are correctly inserted  
with the proper polarity.  
2. Replace the remote control batteries. The remote control  
requires two AA batteries that should be replaced as needed.  
Use alkaline batteries for best results.  
POWER OPERATION  
3. If the RT-20 is not using the IR IN connector, make sure the  
remote control is in line-of-sight with the front panel display  
remote control sensor. Eliminate obstructions between the  
remote control and the remote control sensor. The remote  
control might become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluores-  
cent light is shining on the remote control sensor.  
The RT-20 will not power on.  
1. Power the RT-20 on with the front panel On/Off button.  
2. Deactivate standby mode. If the RT-20 is not configured for  
trigger control, press the remote control POWER button to  
deactivate standby mode. If the RT-20 is configured for trigger  
control, use the component connected to the RT-20 trigger  
input connector to deactivate standby mode.  
4. Make sure the remote control is positioned within its operating  
range. The remote control should be positioned at a 30-degree  
angle no more than 17 feet (5m) from the RT-20. If the RT-20 is  
placed inside a glass cabinet, smoked glass might reduce the  
remote control range.  
Whenever the trigger input switch is set to ON, the remote  
control POWER button cannot be used to activate and deacti-  
vate standby mode.  
5. Make sure the same command mode is assigned to the remote  
control and the RT-20. The remote control can only be used to  
operate an RT-20 to which the same command mode is  
assigned. The remote control cannot be used to operate an RT-  
20 to which a different command mode is assigned. See  
“REMOT_CODE” on page 3-34 for more information.  
3. Make sure the power cord is connected to the AC input con-  
nector and the electrical outlet.  
Standby mode automatically activates.  
6. If playback is activated, press the Stop button to activate stop  
mode, then press the Play button to activate playback from the  
beginning of the loaded disc. In some cases, this will restore  
functionality.  
Set the OTHERS SETUP menu Auto Power Off parameter to OFF.  
When this parameter is set to the On 30 min setting, the RT-20  
automatically activates standby mode after 30 minutes of non-use.  
See “Auto Power Off” on page 3-29  
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In some cases, the remote control +10 button must be used to  
enter values 10 and above. Press the +10 button once for num-  
bers in the teens, twice for numbers in the twenties, and so on.  
Then, press the desired number button (0 to 9) to enter the  
second digit. For instance, entering a value of 25 requires a  
remote control command sequence of +10, +10, and 5.  
2. Make sure all associated components - particularly display  
devices - are configured with the correct settings.  
3. Press the remote control SETUP button to close the Setup  
menu. When the Setup menu is open while the TV System  
prompt or TV Aspect parameter is set to a 4:3 format, the  
screen automatically adjusts to 16:9 format (widescreen) to  
accommodate the Setup menu. When the Setup menu is  
closed, the screen automatically reverts to the selected 4:3 for-  
mat.  
VIDEO OUTPUT OPERATION  
4. Make sure the loaded disc allows video output format (aspect  
ratio) adjustments.  
The RT-20 is powered on, but there is no video.  
See “TV Aspect” on page 3-18 or “TV System” on page 3-22  
for more information.  
1. Examine the rear panel to ensure that the required video out-  
put connection has been made and that video cables - particu-  
larly S-video cables - have been fully inserted.  
The picture on the associated display device screen includes  
video artifacts.  
2. Make sure all associated components are powered on and con-  
figured with the correct settings.  
3. If the “V-OFF” indicator appears on the front panel display,  
press the remote control VIDEO ON/OFF button to reactivate  
the video output connectors.  
1. Stop executing commands. Depending on the format of the  
loaded disc, some commands might cause the picture to dis-  
appear or shake.  
4. If the RT-20 has a component video output connection and  
the associated display device is not progressive-scan compati-  
ble, set the Component Video parameter to Interlaced or  
reconnect the RT-20 to the associated display device with an  
S-video or composite video output connection.  
2. If the RT-20 has a component video output connection and  
the Component Out parameter is set to Progressive, set the  
parameter to Interlaced.  
See “Component Out” on page 3-22 for more information.  
3. The loaded disc might include a copy-prevention signal. The  
RT-20 is compatible with Macro-Vision System copy guard.  
However, some discs include a copy prevention signal that  
produces video artifacts such as stripes in the picture.  
The picture on the associated display device screen appears  
stretched or otherwise distorted.  
4. Power cycle the RT-20 with the front panel On/Off button. In  
some cases, this will restore functionality.  
1. Set the TV System prompt or TV Aspect parameter to the  
appropriate setting for the associated display device.  
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5. The RT-20 is not compatible with all high-definition display  
devices. In some cases, this connection might produce video  
artifacts in the picture.  
Still frame images shake.  
Set the Pause Mode parameter to Field. When this parameter is set  
to Field, the RT-20 produces tight, stable, and generally shake-free  
still frame images. See “Pause Mode” on page 3-22 for more infor-  
mation.  
6. The RT-20 includes copy-protection circuits that might prevent  
recording or produce video artifacts in the picture when the  
RT-20 is connected to a VCR or A/V selector.  
An icon appears on the on-screen display.  
After changing the HDMI resolution setting, images are not  
properly displayed on the display device.  
The icon shown at the right appears on the on-screen  
display when the RT-20 or the loaded disc does not allow  
the selected command.  
1. Activate STOP mode.  
2. Press and hold the remote control STOP button for at least two  
seconds to open the Front Panel Display Menu.  
AUDIO OUTPUT OPERATION  
3. Use the remote control and buttons to highlight HDMI  
RESET on the front panel display.  
4. Press the remote control ENTER button to activate HDMI reset.  
See “HDMI RESET” on page 3-34 for more information.  
The RT-20 is powered on, but there is no audio.  
1. Deactivate the following playback modes (if applicable): stop  
mode, resume mode, pause mode, still frame playback, frame-  
by-frame playback, and slow playback. Audio automatically  
mutes when these playback modes are activated.  
RF interference is present in the video output.  
Make sure the RT-20 is not positioned near unshielded TV or FM  
antennas, cable TV decoders, and other RF emitting devices that  
might cause interference. Replace unshielded cables with shielded  
cables whenever possible.  
2. Examine the rear panel to ensure that the required audio con-  
nections have been made.  
3. Make sure all associated components are powered on and con-  
figured with the correct settings. In particular, make sure volume  
is set to an audible level.  
When recorded on a VCR or passed through an AV selector,  
there is a disturbance in the playback picture.  
4. Make sure the RT-20 has a digital and an analog audio output  
connection. Some disc formats, such as DVD-As and SACDs, do  
not generate digital audio output signals.  
Because of the RT-20’s copy protection circuits, connection of this  
device through a VCR or A/V selector can prevent recording or  
cause problems with the picture. This is not a malfunction.  
5. Make sure the RT-20 is not connected to the phono (turntable)  
audio input connector on the associated component.  
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6. Clean the loaded disc.  
2. Make sure the loaded disc allows audio downmixing. Discs  
such as DVD-As that do not allow audio downmixing always  
output multi-channel audio, even when the Audio Out parame-  
ter is set to 2 Channel.  
7. Clean the RT-20 audio output connectors, the associated com-  
ponent audio input connectors, and the audio cable plugs to  
ensure that the connectors and plugs are not dirty or oxidized.  
3. Make sure an audio track recorded in stereo format is selected  
on the loaded disc. The remote control AUDIO button or the  
disc menu can be used to select the desired audio track (audio  
language and output format).  
The RT-20 is powered on, but there is no digital audio.  
1. If the “D OFF” indicator appears on the front panel display, set  
the Digital Out parameter to On to reactivate the digital audio  
output connectors.  
The RT-20 is powered on, but there is no multi-channel audio.  
2. Make sure the loaded disc generates digital audio output sig-  
nals. Some discs, such as DVD-As and SACDs, only generate  
analog audio output signals.  
1. Set the AUDIO SETUP 1 menu Audio Out parameter to 5.1  
Channel. When this parameter is set to 2 Channel, the RT-20  
passes 2-channel audio output to the associated component.  
Dolby Digital, DTS, and MPEG sources are downmixed to two  
channels.  
3. If the loaded disc does not allow audio downmixing, set the  
Audio Out parameter to 5.1 Channel. Discs such as DVD-As  
that do not allow audio downmixing will mute the digital audio  
output connectors when the Audio Out parameter is set to  
2 Channel.  
See “Audio Out” on page 3-8 for more information.  
2. Make sure multi-channel audio is available on the loaded disc.  
Multi-channel audio is only available for DVD-As and SACDs, as  
well as other discs that include Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG  
encoding. Other discs always output 2-channel audio, even  
when the Audio Out parameter is set to 5.1 Channel.  
See “Audio Out” on page 3-8 for more information.  
4. Make sure the Dolby Digital, DTS, Linear PCM, and MPEG  
parameter settings are compatible with the associated compo-  
nent. For instance, the Dolby Digital Out parameter should be  
set to bitstream if the associated component is compatible with  
Dolby Digital sources and to PCM if the associated component  
is not compatible with Dolby Digital sources.  
3. Make sure an audio track recorded in multi-channel format is  
selected on the loaded disc. The remote control AUDIO button  
or the disc menu can be used to select the desired audio track  
(audio language and output format).  
The RT-20 is powered on, but there is no stereo audio.  
1. Set the AUDIO SETUP 1 menu Audio Out parameter to 2 Chan-  
nel. When this parameter is set to 5.1 Channel, the RT-20  
passes multi-channel audio output to the associated compo-  
nent.  
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The RT-20 automatically downsamples digital audio sources  
with high sample rates.  
Dialog sounds muffled.  
1. If the RT-20 has a stereo audio output connection, set the  
Audio Out parameter to 2 Channel.  
1. Set the AUDIO SETUP 1 menu PCM Down Sample parameter  
to Off. When this parameter is set to On, the RT-20 automati-  
cally downsamples 96kHz PCM signals to 48kHz before passing  
them to the associated component.  
2. If the speaker setup does not include a center speaker, make  
sure a center speaker is not selected with the component that  
was used to configure speaker settings.  
2. If the loaded disc generates 192 or 176.4kHz signals, the RT-20  
automatically downsamples these signals to 48 or 44.1kHz  
before passing them to the associated component. The RT-20  
will not pass 192 or 176.4kHz signals, even when the PCM  
Down Sample parameter is set to Off.  
3. If the RT-20 was used to configure speaker settings, make sure  
the Speaker Size screen C parameter is set to Off.  
4. If a MC-12 or MC-8 Digital Controller was used to configure  
speaker settings, make sure the CUSTOM SETUP menu CENTER  
parameter is set to NONE.  
3. If a DVD is loaded, the disc may have a copy-protection signal  
that prevents it from generating 96kHz signals. When a copy-  
protection signal is present, the RT-20 automatically downsam-  
ples signals to 48kHz before passing them to the associated  
component, even if the PCM Down Sample parameter is set to  
Off.  
RF interference is present in the audio output.  
Make sure the RT-20 is not positioned near unshielded TV or FM  
antennas, cable TV decoders, and other RF emitting devices that  
might cause interference. Replace unshielded cables with shielded  
cables whenever possible.  
A humming sound is present in the audio.  
1. If a cable TV connection is present, disconnect the cable from  
the wall outlet. If this eliminates the humming sound, an isola-  
tion device is required. Contact the cable provider for assis-  
tance.  
Volume level seems to differ between DVDs and CDs.  
DVDs and CDs are recorded with different processes, which might  
cause them to output audio at different volume levels.  
2. Disconnect components one at a time to isolate the problem.  
Once the problem is identified, make sure the component is  
properly grounded and connected to the same electrical circuit  
as the RT-20.  
The RT-20 will not pass Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG signals to  
the associated component.  
1. Make sure the AUDIO SETUP 1 menu Dolby Digital, DTS, and  
MPEG parameter settings are compatible with the associated  
component. For instance, the Dolby Digital Out parameter  
should be set to Bitstream if the associated component is com-  
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patible with Dolby Digital sources and to PCM if the associated  
component is not compatible with Dolby Digital sources. See  
“Setup Menu: AUDIO SETUP 1” on page 3-6 for more informa-  
tion.  
PLAYBACK OPERATION  
The disc drawer automatically opens when a disc is loaded.  
2. Make sure all associated components are configured with the  
correct settings.  
1. Make sure a compatible disc is loaded. The RT-20 is compatible  
with 5-inch (12cm) and 3-inch (8cm) conventional, round  
discs. Do not attempt to load discs with other size and shape  
characteristics. All discs must align with the circular guide  
inside the disc drawer.  
TRIGGER OPERATION  
2. Make sure a compatible disc format is loaded.  
The trigger input connector is not working.  
3. If a DVD-V is loaded, make sure the RT-20 region code is com-  
patible with the DVD-V region code. The map shown on page  
1-4 indicates DVD-V region codes for all areas of the world. All  
DVD-Vs are marked with a region code, which is often located  
on the disc packaging. The RT-20 rear panel is also marked  
with a region code. The RT-20 is compatible with discs marked  
with this same region code or with the ALL region code. The  
RT-20 is not compatible with discs marked with other region  
codes.  
Make sure the OTHERS SETUP menu parameter Economy mode is  
set to off. Economy mode controls the RT-20 standby mode power  
level. When set to on, the RT-20 operates at low power standby,  
and disables the trigger input connector (and the RS-232C connec-  
tor). When set to off, the RT-20 enters normal power standby. See  
“Economy Mode” on page 3-29.  
4. Clean the loaded disc.  
RS232C CONNECTOR OPERATION  
5. Condensation might have formed on the RT-20 lens. If this  
occurs, allow at least 1 hour for condensation to evaporate  
before attempting to load a disc.  
The RS-232C connector is not working.  
Make sure the OTHERS SETUP menu parameter Economy mode is  
set to off. Economy mode controls the RT-20 standby mode power  
level. When set to on, the RT-20 operates at low power standby,  
and disables the RS-232C connector (and the trigger input connec-  
tor). When set to off, the RT-20 enters normal power standby. Set to  
off to enable the RS232C connector. See “Economy Mode” on  
page 3-29.  
Playback will not activate.  
1. Make sure a compatible disc format is loaded.  
2. Make sure the disc is properly loaded. Load single-sided discs  
with the label side facing upward and double-sided discs with  
the side intended for playback facing downward. All discs must  
align with the circular guide inside the disc drawer.  
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3. Close the disc menu (if applicable). Pressing the Play button  
might not activate playback when the disc menu is open on  
the on-screen display.  
Playback activates for the selected SACD track, but the output  
format is incorrect.  
1. Make sure the AUDIO SETUP 2 menu Super Audio CD Mode  
parameter is set to the desired SACD output format (Stereo,  
Multi-ch or CD).  
The selected playback mode will not activate.  
2. Make sure the loaded SACD includes the selected track. If the  
SACD Playback parameter is set to a track that is not available  
on the loaded SACD, the RT-20 automatically selects an alter-  
nate track.  
1. Make sure the playback mode is compatible with the loaded  
disc. The table on page 4-11 indicates the playback modes  
available for each disc format.  
2. Some playback modes are automatically deactivated when cer-  
tain remote control buttons are pressed. Refer to Section 4 for  
more information.  
See “Super Audio CD Mode” on page 3-16 for more informa-  
tion.  
Playback will not activate when an MP3 is loaded.  
Playback will not activate when a DVD-R/RW is loaded.  
1. If the disc is a recordable CD, make sure it is has been finalized.  
1. The DVD-R/RW might be copy-once protected. The RT-20 does  
not allow playback of copy-once protected discs. When a copy-  
once protected disc is loaded, the message “COPY PROTECT  
PROGRAM. UNPLAYABLE.” appears on the on-screen display.  
2. The RT-20 is not compatible with multi-session discs. If the disc  
is multi-session, you will only be able to play tracks recorded  
onto the first session.  
3. Check that the sampling rate of the tracks are 44.1 or 48kHz.  
See “Playing MP3 files” on page 4-11 for more information.  
2. Only a DVD-R/RW disc with DVD-V format can be played on  
the RT-20.  
Playback automatically stops when an DVD-A is loaded.  
Some MP3 tracks appear to be missing from the loaded disc.  
The disc might have been illegally copied. The RT-20 does not  
allow playback of DVD-As that have been illegally copied.  
1. The RT-20 recognizes a maximum of about 600 files per disc. It  
ignores all folders and tracks that exceed this number.  
2. If a track does not end in “.mp3,” it is incompatible with the  
RT-20.  
See “Playing MP3 files” on page 4-11 for more information.  
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Playback does not begin from a bookmarked playback time on  
the loaded disc.  
2. All Setup menu parameters are reset to their factory-default set-  
ting when a power failure (such as a power cord disconnect)  
occurs or factory-default settings are restored.  
The bookmark may have been deleted. The oldest bookmark is  
automatically deleted when the third bookmark is created. Book-  
marks are automatically deleted when the disc drawer is opened or  
when the RT-20 is powered off. All bookmarks are automatically  
deleted when factory-default settings are restored. See “Book-  
marks” on page 4-14 for more information.  
Whenever possible, power the RT-20 off or activate standby  
mode instead of disconnecting the power cord.  
Setup menu parameter settings seem ineffective.  
1. Certain Setup menu parameter settings have no effect on some  
disc formats.  
SETUP MENU OPERATION  
2. If playback is activated, press the Stop button to activate stop  
mode. Some Setup menu parameters can be adjusted when  
playback is activated, even though the setting does not take  
effect until stop mode is activated.  
The Setup menu does not include some parameters.  
The RT-20 is manufactured for sale in several different countries.  
Certain parameters are not available on some versions.  
Speaker settings seem ineffective.  
1. Certain speaker settings have no effect on some disc formats.  
For instance, speaker size settings have no effect on DVD-As  
and speaker distance settings have no effect on SACDs.  
Setup menu parameters cannot be adjusted.  
1. Certain parameters cannot be adjusted when some playback  
modes are activated. In addition, certain parameters can be  
adjusted when playback is activated, although the setting does  
not take effect until stop mode is activated.  
2. Make sure the RT-20 and all associated components are config-  
ured with the correct speaker settings. RT-20 speaker settings  
do not need to be configured when the RT-20 is connected to  
an associated component such as the MC-12 Digital Controller,  
which allows speaker settings to be configured for analog  
audio sources. The associated component must not be using  
analog audio connections in bypass.  
2. Certain parameters cannot be adjusted when some disc for-  
mats are loaded.  
Setup menu parameter settings are cancelled.  
See “Setting Speaker Sizes” on page 3-11 and “Setting Speaker  
Distances” on page 3-12 for more information.  
1. Parameter settings might not have been stored if the RT-20 was  
powered off or standby mode was activated before the Setup  
menu was closed. If this occurs, all parameters are reset to their  
previously stored setting.  
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Variable output level settings seem ineffective.  
Previewed Video Adjust bank settings do not disappear.  
Make sure the RT-20 and all associated components are configured  
with the correct output level settings. RT-20 variable output levels  
do not need to be configured when the RT-20 is connected to an  
associated component such as the MC-12 Digital Controller, or  
RV-8 Digital Receiver which allows output levels to be calibrated for  
analog audio sources. See “Setting Variable Output Levels” on  
page 3-14 for more information.  
1. Select a new Video Adjust bank to cancel the previewed set-  
tings. The selected bank settings will be automatically applied  
to the picture on the associated display device screen.  
2. Press the remote control VIDEO ADJ. button to close the Video  
Adjust bar or screen.  
See “Video Adjustment/Memory Banks” on page 3-35 for more  
information.  
Test Tones will not activate.  
Subtitles do not appear on the on-screen display.  
1. Press the STOP button to activate stop mode. Test Tones can-  
not be activated when playback, resume, or pause mode is acti-  
vated.  
Make sure a disc recorded with subtitles is loaded. Subtitles are not  
available for discs that are not recorded with subtitles. See “Subtitle  
Language” on page 3-5 for more information.  
2. Close the disc drawer. Test Tones cannot be activated when  
the disc drawer is open.  
3. Set the Screen Saver parameter to Off. Test Tones automatically  
mute when the Lexicon screen saver appears on the on-screen  
display.  
The Parental Lock and Rating Level controls are not available.  
Make sure the Parental Lock Password control has been used to  
assign a password. The Level control is not available unless a pass-  
word has been assigned. See “Setup Menu: PARENTAL SETUP” on  
page 3-24 for more information.  
See “Setting Variable Output Levels” on page 3-14 for more  
information.  
Video Adjust bars exceed the on-screen display margins.  
The Parental Lock Password has been lost or forgotten.  
In some cases, the loaded disc might cause the Video Adjust bar to  
exceed on-screen display margins. If this occurs, close the Video  
Adjust bar and remove the loaded disc from the disc drawer. Then,  
open the Video Adjust bar again. See “Video Adjustment/Memory  
Banks” on page 3-35 for more information.  
Restore factory-default settings. Restoring factory-default settings  
also resets all Setup and menu parameters to their factory-default  
settings and deletes all bookmarks, preferred disc settings, and pro-  
gram lists. See “Restoring Factory-default Settings” on page 5-14  
for more information.  
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Not all HDMI TV Aspect ratios are available in the OTHERS  
SETUP menu.  
2. Make sure a disc format that includes a disc menu is loaded.  
SACDs, CD-R/RWs (except those that include MP3 tracks), and  
Audio CDs do not include disc menus.  
The TV aspect ratios available for HDMI output depend on the con-  
nected display device. See the owner manual for your display  
device for more information.  
Preferred disc settings cannot be stored.  
Note:  
1. Make sure a DVD-V is loaded. Preferred disc settings cannot be  
stored for other disc formats.  
When the HDMI TV Aspect parameter is set, it also determines the aspect  
ratio of Composite video, S-Video and Component video outputs.  
2. Make sure the loaded DVD-V allows selection of on-screen display  
disc menu language, audio track (audio language or output  
format), camera angle, subtitle language, Video Adjust, or  
parental security level settings. Preferred disc settings cannot  
be stored for other disc formats or for DVD-Vs that do not allow  
at least one of these selections.  
See “HDMI TV Aspect” on page 3-31 for more information.  
The HDMI Menu options are not available in the OTHERS  
SETUP menu.  
3. Preferred disc settings cannot be stored for selections the  
loaded DVD-V does not allow. For instance, if the loaded  
DVD-V does not allow selection of an on-screen display disc  
menu language setting, a preferred on-screen display disc  
menu language setting cannot be stored. However, preferred  
disc settings can still be stored for other selections the loaded  
DVD-V allows.  
1. Make sure the RT-20 is connected to a HDMI or DVI compatible  
display device.  
2. The HDMI Menu options are enabled only when the HDMI  
option of the Front Panel Display Menu is set to On.  
See “Front Panel Display Menu” on page 3-33 for more infor-  
mation.  
Preferred disc settings are not recalled when a disc is loaded.  
PLAYBACK CONTROL OPERATION  
1. Make sure a DVD-V is loaded. Preferred disc settings cannot be  
stored (or recalled) for other disc formats.  
The disc menu will not open.  
2. The preferred disc settings may have been deleted. Preferred  
disc settings can be stored for up to 20 discs. The oldest set of  
preferred settings is automatically deleted when the twenty-  
first set of preferred settings is stored. Preferred disc settings are  
also deleted when factory-default settings are restored.  
1. Attempt to open the disc menu with the remote control MENU  
button and TOP MENU buttons. In some cases, pressing these  
buttons opens the same disc menu. In some cases, one specific  
button must be pressed to open the disc menu. For instance,  
the TOP MENU button must be pressed to open DVD-A top  
menus.  
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The remote control AUDIO button cannot be used to select an  
audio track.  
2. The disc menu may not allow selection of the desired camera  
angle.  
1. Make sure a DVD-V, Video CD, or MP3 recorded with two or  
more audio tracks is loaded. Audio track selection is not available  
for other disc formats or for discs recorded with one audio  
track.  
A program list cannot be created.  
1. Make sure the selected program list is available for the loaded  
disc. The table on page 4-11 indicates the program lists available  
for each disc format.  
2. Activate playback. Audio track selection is not available unless  
playback is activated.  
2. If a Video CD or SVCD is loaded, activate stop or resume mode.  
Video CD and SVCD program lists cannot be created when  
playback or pause mode is activated.  
3. The disc menu might allow selection of the desired audio track.  
See “AUDIO TRACKS” on page 4-5 for more information.  
The remote control SUBTITLE button cannot be used to select a  
subtitle language.  
Program playback is in progress, and playback of a non-pro-  
grammed chapter or track begins.  
1. Make sure a DVD-V recorded with subtitles is loaded. Subtitle  
language selection is not available for other disc formats or for  
discs that are not recorded with subtitles.  
When playback of a program chapter or program track list is activated,  
playback of a non-programmed chapter or track might activate  
while the RT-20 searches for the next programmed chapter or  
track.  
2. Activate playback. Subtitle language selection is not available  
unless playback is activated.  
3. The disc menu might not allow selection of the desired subtitle  
language.  
Search mode will not activate.  
1. Make sure the search mode is compatible with the loaded disc.  
2. Close the disc menu. Some search modes might not activate  
when the disc menu is open on the on-screen display.  
The remote control ANGLE button cannot be used to select a  
camera angle.  
1. Make sure playback of a DVD-V scene recorded from multiple  
camera angles is activated. Camera angle selection is not available  
for other disc formats or for DVD-V scenes recorded from one  
camera angle. In addition, camera angle selection is not avail-  
able unless playback is activated.  
Some frames are skipped during frame-by-frame playback  
1. Make sure frame-by-frame playback is available for the loaded  
disc. The table on page 4-11 indicates the playback modes  
available for each disc format.  
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2. If the loaded disc was recorded in 24 frames-per-second pro-  
gressive-scan format, the RT-20 misses one-in-six frames.  
Because of this, frame numbers appear discontinuous.  
MISCELLANEOUS  
The RT-20 is exhibiting erratic behavior.  
1. Press the front panel On/Off button to power the RT-20 off.  
Wait 10 seconds. Then, press the On/Off button again to  
power the RT-20 on.  
HDMI OPERATION  
HDMI functionality is not working properly.  
2. Record all user-defined settings on the installation worksheet  
that begins on page A-4. Then, follow the instructions on the  
next page to restore factory-default settings.  
Reset the RT-20 if HDMI functionality is not working properly.  
1. Press the remote control SETUP button.  
2. Use the remote control /buttons to highlight the OTHERS  
If all else fails . . .  
Menu.  
1. Press the front panel On/Off button to power the RT-20 off.  
Wait 10 seconds. Then, press the On/Off button again to  
power the RT-20 on.  
3. Press the remote control or ENTER button to select the  
menu.  
4. Use the remote control /buttons to highlight the HDMI  
2. Record all user-defined settings on the installation worksheet  
that begins on page A-4. Then, follow the instructions on the  
next page to restore factory-default settings.  
option.  
5. Press the or ENTER button.  
3. Contact an authorized Lexicon dealer.  
6. Use the remote control /buttons to select HDMI RESET.  
7. Press the remote control ENTER button to activate.  
4. Contact Lexicon Customer Service at 781-280-0300 or  
www.lexicon.com.  
8. “SURE” will be on the front panel display. Press the remote  
control ENTER button to reset.  
If you do not want to proceed with HDMI reset when “SURE” is  
displayed, press the remote control SETUP button to exit the  
menu.  
Note:  
If images are not properly displayed on the display device after config-  
uring the HDMI setting on the SETUP menu, reset the RT-20. This will  
return the HDMI setting to the state before the setting was made.  
See “HDMI RESET” on page 3-34 for more information.  
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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE  
RESTORING FACTORY-DEFAULT SETTINGS  
The RT-20 exterior surface can be cleaned with a soft, dry, lint-  
free cloth. Do not use a cloth made with steel wool or metal  
polish. Do not soak the cloth in alcohol, benzene, acetone-  
based cleaners, or strong commercial cleaners. If the RT-20 is  
located in a dusty environment, a low-pressure blower can be  
used to remove dust from its exterior surface.  
Restoring factory-default settings resets all Setup menu parameters  
to their factory-default setting and deletes all passwords, book-  
marks, preferred disc settings, and program lists. Before restoring  
factory-default settings, you should record all user-defined settings  
on the installation worksheet that begins on page A-4.  
Note:  
Replace the remote control batteries as needed. The remote  
control requires two AA batteries. Use alkaline batteries for best  
results.  
Front panel buttons must be used to restore factory-default settings.  
Remote control buttons cannot be used.  
Refer to the Installation Considerations section that begins on  
page 1-3 for information about preventative maintenance.  
To restore factory-default settings:  
1. Record all user-defined settings on the installation worksheet  
that begins on page A-4.  
Note:  
The RT-20 lens should not become dirty or damaged from regular use.  
However, if malfunction occurs, contact an authorized Lexicon dealer for  
assistance. Do not attempt to clean the lens with a commercially available  
DVD or CD lens cleaner, as some of these products might damage the RT-  
20 lens.  
2. If the RT-20 is powered off, proceed to step 3. If the RT-20 is  
powered on, press the front panel On/Off button to power the  
RT-20 off.  
3. Press and hold the front panel STOP button.  
4. While holding the STOP button, press the On/Off button to  
power the RT-20 on. The message “RESET OK” should appear  
on the front panel display. If it does not, factory-default settings  
have not been restored. Begin again with step 2. If problems  
persist, contact your authorized Lexicon dealer. If all else fails,  
contact Lexicon Customer Service at 781-280-0300 or  
www.lexicon.com.  
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Appendix  
Specifications............................................................................. A-2  
Declaration of Conformity.......................................................... A-3  
Installation Worksheet................................................................ A-4  
Appendix  
Lexicon  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Audio Output Connectors  
Video Output  
Connectors  
Analog  
4 Stereo (RCA) pairs for Front L/R (2 pairs), Surround L/R,  
Center and Subwoofer  
Component  
• 1 RCA (Y, Pb, Pr)  
• 1 BNC (Y, Pb, Pr)  
• 14-pin D connector  
Digital  
• 1 AES/EBU (XLR), 1 coaxial (RCA), and 1 optical (Toslink)  
• Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz (16 to 24 bits)  
Composite  
S-Video  
2 (RCA)  
1
Audio Performance  
D/A  
24-bit/192kHz PCM and pure DSD  
Video Performance  
Frequency Response  
20Hz to 20kHz ( 0.5dB), -1.0dB (typical) at 50kHz,  
reference 1kHz (Front L/R)  
D/A Conversion  
Bandwidth  
14-bit/216MHz  
6MHz  
THD + Noise  
.004% at 1kHz  
100dB  
Dynamic Range  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Channel Separation  
Output Level  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Output Impedance  
Output Level  
75dB (Y output), typical  
75ohms  
100dB  
100dB  
1.0V peak-to-peak  
2.0V  
A/V Output Connectors  
HDMI AV Output  
A/V Euroconnector  
19-pin, Type A  
21-pin SCART connector  
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Appendix  
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
Other  
Application of Council Directive(s):  
89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC  
73/23/EEC  
RS-232C  
9-pin connector  
IR Input  
3.5mm Tip/Ring/Sleeve  
Standard(s) to Which Conformity is Declared:  
Trigger Input  
• 12V DC  
• Detachable screw terminals  
EN55013:1990 + A12:1994 + A13:1996 + A14:1999  
EN55020:1994 + A11:1996 + A12:1999 + A13:1999 + A14:1999  
EN60065:1998  
Power Requirements  
Power Consumption  
• 120V, 60Hz  
• 230V, 50Hz  
EN60825-1:1994 + A11  
29W  
EN61000-3-2:1995 + A1:1998 + A2:1998 + A14:2000  
EN61000-3-3:1995  
Dimensions &  
Weight  
• Height (with feet): 3.9 inches (99mm)  
• Width: 17.3 inches (440mm)  
• Depth: 14.5 inches (368mm)  
• Weight: 21.5lbs (9.75kg)  
Manufacturer:  
Harman Specialty Group  
3 Oak Park  
Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA  
Operating Tempera-  
ture  
41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C)  
The equipment identified here conforms to the Directive(s) and  
Standard(s) specified above.  
Relative Humidity  
Rack Mounting  
85% maximum (no condensation)  
Optional brackets are available for mounting the RT-20  
in a standard 19-inch equipment rack  
Type of Equipment: Disc Player  
Model:  
Date:  
Lexicon RT-20  
February 2005  
Remote Control  
• Hand-held, infrared remote control unit  
• Requires 2 AA batteries (alkaline batteries recom-  
mended)  
Harman Specialty Group  
Vice President of Engineering  
3 Oak Park  
Bedford, MA 01730-1413 USA  
Tel: 781-280-0300  
Specifications subject to change without notice.  
Fax: 781-280-0490  
A-3  
Appendix  
Lexicon  
INSTALLATION WORKSHEET  
AUDIO SETUP 2  
Super Audio CD  
Player Mode  
SETTING  
LANGUAGE SETUP  
OSD Language  
SETTING  
DVD Menu Language  
Audio Language  
CD Play Back  
DTS Down Mix  
Audio DCR  
Subtitle Language  
Super Audio CD Play  
AUDIO SETUP 1  
Digital Out  
SETTING  
Speaker &  
Gain Setting  
Speaker  
Size  
Speaker  
Gain  
Test  
Tone  
Dolby Digital Out  
DTS Out  
Distance Level  
L/R (Front L and R)  
C (Center)  
MPEG Out  
PCM Downsample  
Audio Out  
LS (Left Surround)  
RS (RIght Surround)  
LFE (Subwoofer)  
See Table to the right for Speaker Setting and Gain Setting  
A-4  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Appendix  
INSTALLATION WORKSHEET (continued)  
VIDEO ADJUST  
SETTING  
Progressive Motion  
DNR  
VIDEO SETUP  
SETTING  
TV Aspect  
CNR  
Component Out  
Pause Mode  
Back Ground  
Screen Saver  
TV System  
Sharpness High  
Sharpness Mid  
Detail  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Chroma Level  
Hue  
OTHERS SETUP  
SETTING  
Chroma Delay  
Gamma  
On Screen Display  
Angle Mark  
Black Setup  
Lip Sync  
Bonus Group  
Pure Mode  
Initialize  
Auto Power Off  
Economy Mode  
HDMI  
See Table on next page.  
A-5  
Appendix  
Lexicon  
INSTALLATION WORKSHEET (continued)  
HDMI OPTIONS  
SETTING  
Resolution  
Format  
TV Aspect  
Audio  
LANGUAGE SETUP  
SETTING  
OSD Language  
DVD Menu Language  
Audio Language  
Subtitle Language  
A-6  
Index  
D/A Conversion A-2  
Declaration of Conformity A-3  
Default Test Tone Setting 3-14  
Detail Parameter 3-37  
digital audio output connectors 2-7, 2-8  
Dimensions A-3  
Numerics  
1080i (1125i) 3-30  
1080i resolution 3-30  
16:9 aspect ratio (widescreen) 3-18, 3-19  
2 Channel setting 3-8  
4:3 aspect ratio (standard) 3-18, 3-19  
480p resolution 3-30  
480p/576p (525p/625p) 3-30  
5.1 Channel setting 3-8  
B
D
battery installation, remote control 1-9  
Bitstream  
Dolby Digital Out setting 3-7  
DTS Out setting 3-7  
MPEG Out setting 3-7  
Black Setup Parameter 3-30, 3-38  
Bonus Group parameter 3-27  
Brightness Parameter 3-37  
Dimmer Button 2-14  
Direct Stream Digital (DSD) 3-17  
Disc(s)  
720p (750p) resolution 3-30  
Care & Handling 1-8  
Compatibility Requirements 1-5  
Drawer 2-3  
Setup Menu 3-3  
to Avoid 1-8  
C
A
A-B  
calibrating output levels 3-14, 3-15  
CAUTION iv  
Caution 2-9  
Button 2-17, 4-20  
Repeat Playback 4-20  
CD  
Display  
A-B Repeat Mode 4-10  
About, RT-20 1-2  
AC Input Connector 2-7, 2-9  
accessing DVD information screen (Display mode)  
1-11  
setting 3-16  
Play Back parameter 3-16  
Button 2-17, 4-26  
Mode (Info Menu) 4-26  
display device  
CD-R/RW compatibility requirements 1-6  
Channel Separation A-2  
Chroma Delay Parameter 3-38  
Chroma Level Parameter 3-38  
chrominance noise reduction (CNR) 3-37  
Clear Button 2-14  
CNR (Chrominance Noise Reduction) Parameter 3-37  
compatible disc formats 1-4, 1-5, 1-6, 1-7  
Component Out parameter 2-10  
component video output connectors 2-7, 2-8  
composite video output connectors 2-7, 2-9  
Condition Button 2-18  
mode settings 3-31  
aspect ratio setting 3-20  
Display Mode 4-10  
Display Off Button 2-4, 3-28  
displaying JPEG files 1-10  
Documentation Conventions iv  
Dolby Digital source indicator 2-5  
DTS  
CD setting 3-16  
Down Mix parameter 3-17  
DTS Down Mix  
Lt/Rt Setting 3-17  
Stereo Setting 3-17  
DVD  
accessing JPEG folders 1-10  
accessing MP3 folders 1-11  
accessing RT-20 Setup menus 1-10  
activating test tones 3-15  
adjusting Audio Settings 1-11  
adjusting Video settings 1-11  
analog audio output connectors 2-7, 2-8  
Angle Mark parameter 3-26  
arrows, remote control navigation 2-15  
aspect ratio(s) 3-18, 3-19  
Audio Button 2-17  
Audio CD compatibility requirements 1-6  
Audio DRC parameter 3-17  
Audio Language 3-4  
Audio Setup 1, Setup Menu 3-6  
Auto Power Off parameter 3-29  
Contrast Parameter 3-37  
Copyright Protection for Pre-recorded Media (CPPM)  
3-31  
Audio setting 3-16  
multi-angle indicator 3-26  
Video setting 3-16  
DVD Menu Language 3-4  
Index  
Lexicon  
DVD-A compatibility requirements 1-5  
DVD-R/RW compatibility requirements 1-5  
DVD-V  
HDMI TV Aspect  
16:9 Squeeze 3-31  
N
navigating disc menus 2-15, 3-2  
Next Button 2-16  
Number button(s) 2-14  
16:9 Wide 3-31  
4:3 L-Box 3-31  
4:3 Pan Scan 3-31  
compatibility requirements 1-5  
display indicator 2-5  
Region Codes 1-4  
Dynamic Range A-2  
O
HDMI ON/OFF parameter 3-33, 3-34  
HDMI RESET parameter 3-33  
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)  
3-31  
high-definition specification requirement 3-30  
HIGHLIGHTS 1-2  
On Screen Display parameter 3-26  
Open/Close Button 2-14  
optimizing aspect ratio settings for display device 3-21  
optimizing aspect ratios settings for display device 3-20  
OSD Language 3-4  
E
Economy Mode parameter 3-29, 5-7  
Enter Button 3-2  
Hue Parameter 3-38  
output connectors  
F
analog audio 2-8  
component video 2-8  
digital audio 2-8  
Output Level  
Audio Specifications A-2  
Video Specifications A-2  
output level calibration 3-14  
Output Level, Setting 3-14  
I
fast forward button 2-16  
Forward Skip/Scan Button 2-4  
Frame-by-Frame playback 4-10, 4-16  
Frequency Response A-2  
Front Panel  
Important Safety Instructions (Inside Front Cover), vii  
Info Menu (DVD) 4-26  
Initialize Parameter 3-38  
Installation  
Display Menu 2-2, 3-29, 3-33  
Front Panel Display 2-4  
Consideration 1-3  
Worksheet A-4  
interlaced video 3-30  
IR IN connector 2-7, 2-8  
P
G
Page  
Gamma Parameter 3-38  
Button 2-18, 4-25  
Mode 4-25  
Page Mode 4-10  
J
JPEG compatibility requirements 1-7  
H
HDMI  
parental control 3-24  
password, changing 3-25  
Pause  
Button 2-2, 2-3, 2-13, 2-16, 4-15  
Mode 2-4, 2-16, 4-10, 4-15  
Mode Indicator 2-5  
Pause Mode Parameter 3-22  
PCM  
L
/DVI Indicator 2-3  
Audio 3-31  
Auto 3-31  
Languages, subtitle 3-5  
Lip Sync Parameter 3-38  
Luminance Noise Reduction 3-37  
Connection 2-11  
Formats 2-9, 3-30  
Menu Options 3-29  
output connector 2-7  
PCM 3-31  
RESET parameter 3-34  
Resolution 3-30  
RGB-Expand 3-30  
RGB-Normal 3-30  
YcbCr-1 (4:4:4) 3-30  
YcbCr-2 (4:2:2) 3-30  
M
MAIN menu 3-3  
Marker Button 2-18, 4-10  
Menu Button 2-15  
MP3 compatibility requirements 1-7  
Multi parameter 3-22  
multi-angle indicator, DVD 3-26  
multi-channel track, SACD 3-16  
Dolby Digital Out setting 3-7  
DTS Setting 3-7  
MPEG Out setting 3-7  
Phase Alternate (PAL) TV system 3-23  
Playback (Play) button 2-15  
Playback Mode 4-9, 4-10  
Player Mode parameter 3-16  
I-2  
RT-20 Universal Disc Player  
Index  
playing disc(s) 1-10  
Remote Control  
arrow buttons 2-15  
Setting Speaker Sizes 3-11  
Setting Variable Output Levels 3-14  
Setup  
Button 2-15, 3-2  
menu, navigating 3-2  
Setup Menu  
playing MP3 files 1-10  
Possible Distance Settings 3-13  
Possible Gain Settings 3-14  
Possible Test Tone Settings 3-14  
Power  
Battery Installation 1-9  
Operation Considerations 2-13  
Overview 2-13  
Setup button 2-15, 3-2  
Button 2-14  
Repeat  
AudioSetup 1 3-6  
Consumption A-3  
Requirements A-3  
PREV (previous) Button 2-16  
Program  
Button 4-18  
Playback 4-18  
Language Setup 3-3  
Sharpness High Parameter 3-37  
Sharpness Mid Parameter 3-37  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Audio Signals A-2  
Playback Modes 4-10, 4-19  
Restoring factory-default settings 5-14  
Resume Mode 4-10, 4-15  
Return Button 2-15, 3-2  
reverse (rewind) button 2-16  
Reverse Skip/Scan Button 2-4  
RGB-Expand 3-30  
Button 2-15, 4-20  
list 4-21  
mode 4-10, 4-20  
Video Signals A-2  
Skip back Button 2-16  
Skip forward Button 2-16  
Slow playback 4-10, 4-17  
Sound Pressure Level 3-14  
Speaker  
Progressive Motion Parameter 3-37  
progressive video 3-30  
Progressive-scan component video output 2-10  
progressive-scan component video output 3-22  
Pure Mode 3-31  
RGB-Normal 3-30  
Routine Maintenance 5-14  
RS-232C Connector 2-7, 2-9, 3-29, 5-7  
RT-20  
Distance Screen 3-12  
Output Level Screen 3-14  
Size Screen 3-10  
Pure Mode screen 3-28  
About 1-2  
Declaration of Conformity A-3  
Dimensions, A-3  
Product Registration 1-3  
Quick Start Guide 1-10  
Setup Menu 3-2  
Speaker, Sizes, Setting 3-11  
specifications A-2  
standard CD track, SACD 3-16  
standard TV broadcast resolution 3-30  
Standby  
Q
Quick Start Guide 1-10  
R
TV System Settings Compatibility 3-23  
LED 2-2  
Rack Mounting A-3  
Random  
Mode 2-2, 2-3, 2-14  
stereo track, SACD 3-16  
Still Frame Playback 4-10, 4-16  
Stop  
S
button 2-17, 4-17  
Mode 4-10  
playback 4-17  
S. Mode Button 2-17  
SACD  
compatibility requirements 1-6  
display indicator 2-5  
Screen Saver parameter 3-22  
Search  
Button 2-3, 2-16, 4-14, 4-15  
Mode 4-10, 4-14  
Playback Modes 4-18  
Rating Level 3-25  
ratings level, assigning 3-25  
Rear Panel  
Subtitle Button 2-17  
Subtitle Language 3-5  
Super Audio CD parameter 3-16  
Super Audio CD Play Parameter 3-17  
SVCD compatibility requirements 1-6  
S-Video  
Connections, 2-10  
Overview 2-7  
Button 2-15, 4-24  
Modes 4-24  
Region Code Indicator 2-8  
Region Code Indicator 2-7, 2-8  
REMOT CODE parameter 3-33, 3-34  
Search Mode 4-10, 4-24  
selecting subtitles 1-11  
Selecting Video Adjust Banks 3-39  
Setting Gain Level Settings 3-13  
Setting Speaker Distances 3-12  
cables, 2-10  
output connector 2-7, 2-9  
I-3  
Index  
Lexicon  
T
Y
Test Tone  
YcbCr-1 (4:4:4) 3-30  
YcbCr-2 (4:2:2) 3-30  
icon 3-15  
parameters 3-15  
THD + Noise A-2  
Top Menu Button 2-15  
tracks, SACD 3-16  
Z
Zoom Button 2-17  
trigger input connector 2-7, 2-8  
trigger input switch 2-7, 2-9  
troubleshooting 5-2  
audio output 5-4  
miscellaneous 5-13  
playback 5-7  
playback control 5-9  
power operation 5-2  
remote control 5-2  
RS232C connector 5-7  
trigger connector 5-7  
setup menu 5-9  
video output 5-3  
TV A/V Euroconnector 2-7, 2-9  
TV Aspect Parameter 3-18  
TV System Parameter 3-22  
V
VBR (Variable Bit Rate) 1-7  
VGA 3-30  
VGA resolution 3-30  
Video  
Connections 2-10  
On/Off button 2-14  
resolution 3-30  
Video Adjust Button 2-17  
Video Adjustment Setup 3-35  
Video CD compatibility requirements 1-6  
video pixel encoding options (YcbCr-1, YcbCr-2) 3-30  
video-range settings (RGB-Normal, RGB-Expand) 3-30  
W
Weight A-3  
Widescreen 16:9 Display Device, appearance 3-21  
I-4  
PRODUCT REGISTRATION  
Please register this product within 15 days of purc  
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online at www.lexicon.com. Retain the sales rece  
proof of coverage.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
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Mailing Address  
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4. Damage to a unit that has been altered, or on  
which the serial number has been defaced, modi-  
fied, or removed.  
4. Do not include accessories such as power cords or  
user guides unless instructed to do so.  
Harman Specialty Group offers the following warranty  
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Telephone Number  
Email Address  
Product Model  
Version  
What is the Duration of this Warranty?  
This warranty will remain in effect for one (1) year  
from the original date of purchase.  
Purchase Date  
Serial Number  
What are the Limitations of Implied Warran-  
ties?  
Any implied warranties, including warranties of  
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,  
are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.  
What Expenses will Harman Specialty Group  
Assume?  
Harman Specialty Group will pay all labor and material  
expenses for covered items. Payment of shipping  
charges is discussed in the next section of the warranty.  
Where did you purchase this product?  
Age Education  
High School  
Household Income  
Under $20,000  
Under 18  
18-24  
25-34  
35-49  
50-64  
65+  
College  
$20,000 to $34,999  
$35,000 to $49,000  
$50,000 to $74,999  
$75,000 to $99,000  
$100,000+  
Who is Covered?  
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This warranty may be enforced by the original pur-  
chaser and subsequent owners during the warranty  
period, provided the original dated sales receipt or  
other proof of warranty coverage is presented at time  
of service.  
What Certain Damages are Excluded?  
How is Service Obtained?  
How did you learn about this product? Choose one:  
Harman Specialty Group’s liability for a defective  
product is limited to repair or replacement of that  
product, at our option. Harman Specialty Group shall  
not be liable for damages based on inconvenience;  
loss of use of the product; loss of time; interrupted  
operation; commercial loss; or any other damages,  
whether incidental, consequential, or otherwise.  
When this product needs service, write, telephone, or  
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about where the unit should be taken or sent. When  
making a written request, please include your name,  
complete address, and daytime telephone number;  
the product model and serial numbers; and a descrip-  
tion of the problem. Do not return the unit to Harman  
Specialty Group without prior authorization.  
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Teacher  
Store salesperson  
Store display  
Received as a gift  
Advertisement  
Magazine Article  
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products  
What is Covered?  
Which of the following were most important in the selection of this product?  
Sound  
Features  
Quality  
Brandname  
Value for price  
Other:  
Durability  
This warranty covers all defects in material and  
workmanship on this product, except as specified  
below. The following are not covered:  
1. Damage resulting from  
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How do State Laws Relate to this Warranty?  
A. Accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.  
3.  
Some states do not allow limitations on the duration of  
implied warranties and/or the exclusion or limitation  
of incidental or consequential damages. As such, the  
above limitations may not apply.  
B. Failure to follow instructions contained in the  
user guide.  
C. Repair or attempted repair unauthorized by  
Harman Specialty Group.  
When Shipping a Product for Service . . .  
1. Pay any initial shipping charges, which are the  
responsibility of the owner. If necessary repairs are  
covered by this warranty, Harman Specialty  
Group will pay return shipping charges to any  
destination in the United States using the carrier  
of our choice.  
What features would you like to see added to this product in the future?  
RT-20 02/05  
D. Failure to perform recommended periodic  
maintenance.  
2. Causes other than product defects, including lack  
This warranty is not enforceable outside of North  
America. This warranty provides specific legal rights.  
Additional rights may be provided by some states.  
of skill, competence, or experience on the part of  
the owner.  
2. Pack the unit securely. Package insurance is  
strongly recommended.  
3. Damage occurring during any shipment of this  
product. Claims for shipping damages must be  
made with the carrier.  
3. Include a copy of the original dated sales receipt.  
(A copy of the original dated sales receipt must be  
presented whenever warranty service is required.)  
Customer Service  
Tel 781-280-0300  
Fax 781-280-0495 (Sales)  
Fax 781-280-0499 (Service)  
Harman Specialty Group  
3 Oak Park  
Bedford, MA 01730-1413  
Tel 781-280-0300  
Fax 781-280-0490  
www.lexicon.com  
USA  

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