RCA Portable DVD Player DRC635N User Guide

Tocom: 5632 625B

English

FCC Information

Precautions

General Controls

1. LCD display

2. Speakers

3. Selects display information

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36. Selects display information

37. Selects DVD’s angle setting

38. Returns to top of menus

39. Enters search menu

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

General Precautions

For Your Safety

product dealer or local power company. Do

not use any battery other than the orginal

ones provided by Thomson.

Main Unit

Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause

harmful interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

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Water and Moisture - Do not use this

product near water for example, near a

bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or

laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near

a swimming pool; and the like. Do not

spill liquids on your Portable DVD or its

components as they may touch

The AC power plug is polarized

(one blade is wider than the

4. Enters player’s setup menu or disc’s

other) and only fits into AC power

outlets one way. If the plug won’t

go into the outlet completely, turn

the plug over and try to insert it

the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a

qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a

different one. Do not attempt to bypass this

safety feature.

Precautions when watching and playing

40. (STOP) - stops playback

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When using your Portable DVD player do not

sit or stand too close to the screen. Play as

far back from the screen as possible.

For the best game image, look directly at the

Portable DVD display on your TV screen and

only operate in good light.

5. Returns to disc’s menu

6. Enters disc’s title menu (if available)

7. Accesses repeat and program modes

8. Searches forward

9. Searches backward

10. Stops playback

41. (PLAY/PAUSE) - starts and pauses playback

42. (SKIP FWD/ SKIP REV) - skips backward or

forward a chapter or track

43. Selects random playback mode

44. Enters program mode

45. Enters player’s setup menu

46. Numeric input keys

In accordance with FCC requirements, changes

or modifications not expressly approved by

Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority

to operate this product.

This device generates and uses radio

frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and

used properly, this equipment may cause

interference to radio and television reception.

If this equipment does cause interference to

radio or television reception (which you can

determine by turning the equipment off and

on), try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

• Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the

antenna for the radio or television that is

"receiving" the interference).

• Move the unit away from the equipment

that is receiving interference.

• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so

that the unit and the equipment receiving

interference are on different branch circuits.

If these measures do not eliminate the

interference, please consult your dealer or an

experienced radio/television technician for

additional suggestions.

dangerous voltage points or short-out

parts that could result in a fire or electric

shock. To clean your Portable DVD use a

soft slightly damp cloth. Always allow all

the components to dry completely before

using again.

Cleaning - Unplug this product from the

wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a

damp cloth for cleaning.

Heat - The product should be placed

away from heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other products

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not expose the Portable DVD or any

of its components to extreme heat or

cold. Do not expose the player to direct

sunlight.

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Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.

Always play in a well-lit room.

Some people may experience fatigue or

discomfort after playing for a long time. Be

sure to take a 10 to 15 minutes break at

least every hour while playing.

11. Starts and pauses playback

12. Moves upward in menu

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

FULLY INSERT.

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47. Selects subtitle setting

13. Moves leftward in menu, selects audio

setting

48. Navigation keys in indicated direction, press

OK to confirm selection

Have a Blast-Just Not in your

eardrums!

Make sure you turn down the

volume on the unit before you

put on headphones. Increase the

volume to the desired level only

after headphone are in place.

14. Confirms selections

15. Moves downward in menu

16. Moves rightward in menu, selects

subtitle setting

49. Selects language setting

50. Enters title menu (if available)

51. Enters step advance mode

52. Adjusts volume

Specifications

Model: DRC635N

TV System: NTSC

Remote Control

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17. Disc compartment door

18. Skips forward a chapter/track

19. Skips backward a chapter/track

20. Adjusts volume

53. (FWD / REV) - search backward or forward

54. Selects repeat modes

55. Performs A-B repeat

Supported Disc Formats: DVD, SVCD, VCD,

CD, HDCD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-

Supported File Formats: DivX, MPEG, MP3,

WMA, JPEG, Kodak Picture CD

DVD Regional Code: 1

AV Input/Output: Composite x 1

Power Requirement: DC in 9V (power

adapter bundled)

Power Consumption: <10W

Operating Temperature: 5^oC to 35^oC (41^oF to

95^oF)

Operating Humidity: 5% to 90% (no

condensation)

Size (without battery): 200(W) x150(D) x

32(H) mm

Weight (without battery): 760g

Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it shall

remain readily operable and should not be

obstructed during intended used. To be

completely disconnected the apparatus from

supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus

shall be disconnected from the mains socket

outlet completely.

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Attachments - Do not use attachments

not recommended by the product

manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Servicing - Do not attempt to service this

product yourself as opening or removing

covers may expose you to dangerous

voltage or other hazards. Refer all

servicing to qualified service personnel.

AC/DC power adapter cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be

walked on or pinched by items placed

upon or against them, paying particular

attention to cords at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they

exit from the product.

21. Switches on / off the player

22. Opens disc compartment door

23. Headphone jacks

24. Function switch

25. USB connector

26. Audio input / digital output jack

27. Video in / out jack

28. Power jack

29. Power indicator

30. Low battery indicator

31. Muting sound

Notes on the remote control

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On the remote control, remove the plastic tab

from the battery compartment before first use. To

replace battery, slide the release lock to the right

and pull out the battery tray. (One button type,

CR2025 battery required)

Rear Side

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Also, the Federal Communications Commission

has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To

Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference

Problems." This booklet is available from the

U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,

DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-

000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR

Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of

manufacture.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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When using the remote control, make sure you

are pointing to the remote sensor located at the

front of the player (where the power indicator is

located).

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T H E L I G H T N I N G CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE

THE EXCLAMATION

FLASH AND ARROW-

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, POINT WITHIN THE

HEAD WITHIN THE

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TRIANGLE IS

WARNING

SIGN

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ALERTING YOU OF

Front Side

CAUTION

VOLTAGE" INSIDE

THE PRODUCT.

DRC635N

EN/E

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

32. Clears input

33. Enters disc’s menu

34. Enters VCD playback control menu

35. Selects zoom options

Power Sources - This product should be

operated only from the type of power

source indicated on the marking label. If

you are not sure of the type of power

supply to your home, consult your

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

installed.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type of

battery.

Please read this user manual carefully to ensure proper use of this product. Keep this manual for future reference.

Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo.

WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL

DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT

SHOCK HAZARD,

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

DVD Playback

Connections

Quick Start & Player Setup

Playback of Various Media Formats

which disables playback of certain DVDs based on

operations are the same as files on discs as shown

above. When an USB device is connected, a

selection menu appears on the screen for

playback from USB or disc.

Playback of MP3, WMA and

JPEG Files

Displaying Playback Information

Accessories

Playback

Muting

Connecting the Power Adapter

Random Playback

Press RANDOM (remote control) to select random

mode on or off. Tracks or chapters will be played

in random order when the function activated.

External Connections

their ratings from 1 (most restive) to 8 (least

Press DISPLAY repeatedly during playback to

show various playback information on screen.

They include current title and chapter,

playback time, audio, subtitle and angle

settings.

For basic playback, refer to “Quick Start”.

Press MUTE (remote control) to cut sound output.

Press again to restore.

Check that all the following accessories come

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Connect the power adapter to the DC

jack of the unit.

This player can output sound and picture to

external devices. To do so, slide the Function

Switch on the rear side of the unit to the DVD

MODE position. Always switch off the player

before connecting to any devices.

1. Connect the smaller yellow connector to the

VIDEO IN/OUT jack of the player.

2. Connect the larger yellow connector (with

pin) to the video input jack of external

device.

3. Connect the black connector to the AUDIO

IN/DIGITAL OUT jack of the player.

restrictive). DVDs that are rated above the level

with your unit in the package:

Your player also supports playback of MP3,

WMA and JPEG files. When a disc is loaded,

the player will automatically search for

supported files and begin playback

automatically. During playback of MP3 and

WMA files and stop mode of JPEG files, the

following screen will appear:

Note: The player stores the point where

playback was interrupted. If you press PLAY/

PAUSE again, playback resumes from this

point. To stop playback completely or to start

from the beginning, press STOP twice.

you set will not play until the correct password is

1. Audio/Video cable x 2

2. Lithium ion Polymer Battery x 1

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Connect the other side of the power

adapter with the wall plug or car

adapter.

entered.

Screen Saver and Power Saving

If a password has been set, you cannot change

Audio CD

Searching

Screen saver will show when the player is idle for

more than 5 minutes. Press any key to de-activate

it. If there is no further key activation for another

5 minutes, the LCD screen will shut down for

power saving. Press any key to turn the screen on

again.

the rating without entering the correct password.

To set up the password, highlight the Password

part to input a 4-digit password with the numeric

keys on the remotr control. Press OK to set the

password.

3. AC/DC power adapter x 1

4. Car power adapter x 1

5. Carrying case x 1

Your player also supports playback of audio CD.

Playback starts automatically after an audio CD is

loaded. Program playback is available for audio

CD, refer to “Program Playback” for details. You

only need to input the desired track numbers.

Press SEARCH (remote control) to enter search

menu (show on top of the screen). For DVD, you

can direct access to a title, chapter or time on the

disc by inputting the values with the numeric keys

on the remote control. Press

search method (title, chapter or time).

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Turn on the power.

Disconnect the adapter if the set is not

used for a period of time.

Changing Audio and Subtitle

Settings

On the player, press DISPLAY during playback

Accelerated Play

While the disc is playing, press REV or FWD

one or more times to vary the speed and

direction of the accelerated play. Press PLAY/

PAUSE to resume normal playback.

Name of current file

and then press

setting and press

subtitle setting.

repeatedly to change audio

repeatedly to change

Quick Start

1. Press POWER ON/OFF to turn on the

player. The DVD logo appears on the

screen.

2. Open the disc compartment door. Place

a disc in the tray with the printed side

up. Push back the compartment door.

The player will automatically try to read

and play the disc. If a menu appears,

one of its options can be selected to

start playing the disc. Select it using

keys and press OK.

to select a

Installing the Battery

Language Setup

Setup the language of the OSD, Audio, Subtitle

and Menu. Also register your DivX VOD files in

the DivX[R] VOD menu (see “Registration for DivX

Files” for details). Use the numeric keys on the

remote control for inputting the registration

number.

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Plug in the battery at the bottom of the

unit.

Slide the battery to the side until a

“click” is heard.

Registration for DivX VOD Files

On the remote control, press LANGUAGE (for

audio) or SUBTITLE (for subtitle) repeatedly

for corresponding setting.

Program Playback

When playback is stopped, press PROGRAM

(PROG on the remote control) to show the

program menu.

1. Highlight an input field by using

keys. “T” stands for title and

“C” for chapter.

2. Use the numeric keys on the remote control

to input values.

Game

Switching to Game Mode

Slide the Function Switch to GAMES position to

access the game mode. There are 30 games

available.

4. Connect the orange connector (with pin) to

the audio input jack of the external decice.

DivX VOD files are downloaded after paying a

rental from certain commercial websites. Prior to

downloading a VOD, you need to input the

registration number of your DVD player on the

purchase form on the site. The registration

number can be located in the Setup Menu under

the “Language” submenu.

Still Image

While the disc is playing, press PLAY/PAUSE

once to freeze frame.

This player can also be used as a display for other

devices, such as DVD player, game console etc. To

do so, slide the Function Switch on the rear side

of the unit to the AV IN position. Always switch

off the player before connecting to any devices.

1. Connect the smaller yellow connector to the

VIDEO IN/OUT jack of the player.

2. Connect the larger yellow connector

(without pin) to the video output jack of

external device.

3. Connect the black connector to the AUDIO

IN/DIGITAL OUT jack of the player.

4. Connect the white and red connectors

(without pin) to the audio output jacks of

the external decice.

The unit is now powered by the battery.

Tips: For VCD playback, press DISPLAY once

and then press repeatedly to select audio

channel: mono left, mono right or stereo;

press repeatedly to select PBC mode (if

available on the disc) on or off. Alternatively,

press LANGUAGE (for audio channel

selection) or PLAYBACK CONTROL (for PBC

on/off) repeatedly on the remote control for

corresponding setting.

For DivX playback, you need to select the correct

character set between Western and Central

European in “Divx Subtitle” in order to display

properly subtitles in some eastern European

languages.

Frame Advance

Removing the Battery

While the disc is paused, press STEP (remote

control) to activate STEP mode. Each press of

STEP will advance forward image by image.

Press PLAY/PAUSE to resume normal

playback.

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Turn the unit upside down.

Locate the lock at the bottom.

Push down the lock and slide the

battery to the side to release.

Selecting Games

Note: If you cannot play a DivX VOD file recorded

on a CD-R disc after downloading it, the rental

period allocated during purchase from the

website may have expired. It is also possible that

the recorded file is not compatible with your

player because of different versions or incorrect

download parameters. The parameters used

when copying to CD-R may be another reason for

this. Since it is not possible here to supply all the

information, parameters and advice relating to

the use of DivX VOD files, we recommend that

you visit specialist websites such as

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program more.

Press START when you see a welcome screen, the

Player Setup

When disc playback is stopped, press SETUP

and the player’s setup menu will show on

screen.

Audio Setup

4. Highlight “PLAY” on screen and press OK

to start playback. Highlight “CLEAR” on

screen and press OK to clear all programs.

game menu will then show. Select a game by

File directory in

current folder

Folder directory

Use

Setup the audio output format.

using

keys and then press START

again to start a game.

Changing Chapter / Track

Charging the Battery

Video Setup

Changing Angle

Press ANGLE (remote control) repeatedly to

select angle setting (if available on the DVD

disc).

While the disc is playing, press SKIP REV /

FWD to go immediately to the next or

previous chapter, or to the next or previous

track.

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keys to move to

different files or directories.

Press OK to play the file highlighted.

While viewing JPEG files, press

keys will rotate or flip picture

respectively.

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Connect the power adapter to the

power jack of the unit.

Setup the brightness, contrast, hue and saturation

levels.

Playing Games

Select a menu icon using

select one of the available options using

keys. Then

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Use

the games.

, TA, TB, A and B keys to play

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Turn off the power to start charging.

Digital Setup

Setup the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression).

keys. Press

use

key to access the submenus and

keys to select an option. Press OK

The indicator is red when charging and

will turn green when the battery is fully

charged.

Refer to “More Information” for game

operations.

Accessing Disc Menu

Repeat Playback

During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to

select repeating a chapter or a title (DVD

discs).

to confirm your selections. Return to a

previous menu using key.

At anytime during playback, press TOP MENU

(or MENU on the remote control) to access

disc’s menu and press TITLE to access disc’s

title menu (if available).

TVG Setup

www.divx.com/vod.

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Program playback is available for mp3

and WMA discs, refer to “Program

Playback” for details. Input folder

number under column “D” and file

number under column “F”.

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The battery cannot be charged while

the unit is being used.

TVG is the Foul Language Filtering technology to

remove offensive language from the programs

you watch. You need to purchase a license to

activate this feature (for details:

www.tvguardian.com).

Quitting Games

Press OK/RESET anytime during a game to stop

playing. Slide the Function Switch to another

position to quit the game mode.

To exit from the player menu, press SETUP

again.

Zoom

A-B Repeat

During playback, press ZOOM (remote control)

repeatedly to select a zoom in or out option to

enlarge or reduce image size.

System Setup

During playback, press A-B (remote control)

once at the start and press again at the end of

a desired repeat section. The section will

repeat continuously until you press A-B to

resume normal playback.

For more information, refer to More Information

- More on TVG.

Setup the source, TV system, TV type,

password, rating, screen format and restore to

default settings.

NOTE: The RBRC seal on the rechargeable battery used in your Thomson Inc product indicates that

we are participating in a program to collect and recycle rechargeable batteries. For more

information, go to the RBRC web site at www.rbrc.org, or call 1-800-822-8837, or contact a local

recycling center.

Playback via USB Connector

MP3, WMA and JPEG files stored on a USB

device can be played via the USB connector on

the rear side of the player. Playback

Rating feature is a parental guardian feature

• Products which have been modified or

incorporated into other products.

U.S. Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

More Information

Troubleshooting Tips

• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.

• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to

lightning damage.

More Information

• Defects in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• 90 days from date of purchase - unit

exchange, which includes parts and labor. 91

days to 1 year from date of purchase - unit

exchange, which includes parts only; you pay

the labor.

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Make sure the video connector is not

Game Operations

The unit is not working.

Product Registration:

Car Mounting

damaged.

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Turn off the power, and then turn it on

again.

Make sure power cord or battery is

properly connected and battery is not

empty.

• Please complete and mail the Product

registration Card packed with your unit. It will

make it easier to contact you should it ever be

necessary. The return of the card is not required

for warranty coverage.

You can easily mount the player on the back of a car seat with the help of the carrying case. See

illustration below:

Games

Directions(1)

L,R,U,D

L,R

L,R,U,D

Action keys

After the Game

Make sure you have set the player’s video

settings correctly.

Make sure the battery level is not low.

Sudoku

A (access the number list, confirm number selection), B (access option menu)

Exit icon: return to game menu

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Space Castle

VR Racing

Sea War

Dragon Fire

Golden Arrow

Push the Box

TA/A (fire)

TA/A: continue the game

Elasticated strap

What we will do:

A (start), TA/A (accelerate), TB/B (brake)

TB/B: return to main menu

TA/A: continue the game

• Provide you with a new, or at our option, a

refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under

warranty for the remainder of the original

product’s warranty period.

TA (continuous fire), A (fire)

Limitation of Warranty:

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The unit cannot operate when the car

adaptor power supply voltage is above

16V.

It is impossible to read the disc

TA/A: continue the game

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY

WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL

OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED

(INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

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Make sure the disc is inserted with the

printed side up.

TA/A (set angle / fire arrows), TB/B (set the wind strength)

Return to main menu automatically

Reset: return to main menu

TA/A: continue the game

DVD player

TA/A (start / undo last move), TB/B (restart current level)

Make sure the disc is not warped, damaged,

deformed, stained or scratched.

Check that the disc format is supported by

the player.

Check that the disc’s regional code matches

that of the player. This player’s regional

code is 1.

• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale

or receipted invoice which is evidence that the

product is within the warranty period must be

presented to obtain warranty service. For

rental firms, proof of first rental is also

required.

How to make a warranty claim:

• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables,

etc., which were originally provided with the

product. We recommend using the original

carton and packing materials.

• Include evidence of purchase date such as

the bill of sale. Also print your name and

address and a description of the defect. Send

via standard UPS or its equivalent to:

Thomson Inc.,

Bean’s Adventure L,R,U,D

TA/A (abandon this attempt)

There is no sound or picture.

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Ball Clash

L,R

TA/A (pick up ball / throw ball)

TA/A: continue the game

Check the connection to the mains

socket or battery.

Make sure the power switch is on.

Make sure the power outlet is

operational.

Block Out

L,R

TA/A (launch the ball)

Continue the game automatically

Reset: return to main menu

Return to main menu automatically

TA/A: continue the game

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NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN

BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES

SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY

INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER

THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF

THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE

LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS

PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF

ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS

PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY

THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO

THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW,

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY

OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS

PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE

WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

How state law relates to this warranty:

Road Star

TA/A (hold to set acceleration, release to start jump slowly), TB/B (continue the game)

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Super Surfing

Bubble Blaster

Fish Catcher

Ball Mania

Grass Cutter

Jewel Master

Motor Rally

Birdie Nest

Insect Chase

Bingo Zap

L,R

TA/A (jump)

L,R,U,D

L,R

TA/A (shooting)

TA/A (catch action)

Continue the game automatically

TA/A: continue the game

L,R(2)

L,R,U,D

L,R,U(3),D

L,R

TA/A (pause the game)

Clasp strap

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Make sure the power cord is not

damaged.

Make sure the volume is not set too

low.

Continue the game automatically

TA/A: continue the game

Remote control is not working

TA/A/TB/B (change sequence of three jewels)

Carrying case

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Battery may be empty.

TB/B (brake), A (accelerate)

TB/B: continue the game

Make sure you are pointing to the remote

sensor on the player while using.

L,R

TA/A: continue the game

L,R,U,D

U,D

TA/A: continue the game

There is no sound or sound quality is

poor.

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