AWA DVR530T Instruction Manual

Precautions

IMPORTANT

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

CAUTION : TO PREVENT THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

These labels can be found on the unit's rear panel. Ces étiquelttes se trousent sur le fond de Pappareil.

Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING

APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence fo important­operating and maintenance(servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to connect the unit to other
equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with
electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use
shielded cables and connectors for connections.

CAUTION

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified here may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.

• The use of Optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.

CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety,
do not remove any covers or attempt to repair. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.

The following caution appears on rear of the unit.

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID

CAUTION

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S Patents and other intellectual property
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be Authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Precautions

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EXPOSURE TO BEAM (WARNING LOCATION: INSIDE ON LASER
COVERSHIELD)

CAUTION : LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

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This product is in conformity with the EMC directive
and low-voltage directive.

Important Safety

Instructions

• READ INSTRUCTIONS -

operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.

• RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS -

operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.

• HEED WARNINGS -

product and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.

• FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS -

and use instructions should be followed.

• CLEANING -

outlet before cleaning. The product should be
cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry
cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzene
secticides or other volatile liquids since they
may corrode the cabinet.

• ATTACHMENTS -

recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.

• WATER AND MOISTURE -

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.

• ACCESSORIES -

an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The product may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the
product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any
mounting of the product should follow the
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.

• CART -

combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces
may cause the product
and cart combination to
overturn.

• VENTILATION -

cabinet are provided for ventilation and to
ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

• POWER SOURCES -

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 product dealer or local power
company.

Unplug this product from the wall

A product and cart

All the safety and

The safety and

All warnings on the

All operating

Do not use attachments not

Do not use this

Do not place this product on

Slots and openings in the

This product should be

• LOCATION - T
installed in a stable location.

• NONUSE PERIODS -

appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.

• GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

If this product is equipped with a polarized

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alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other), it will fit into the
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should
still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.

- If this product is equipped with a three-wire

grounding type plug, a plug having a third
(grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding
type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounding type plug.

• POWER-CORD PROTECTION -

supply 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.

• OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING -

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 voltage 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.

• LIGHTNING -

product during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.

• POWER LINES -

should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.

he appliance should be

The power cord of the

Power-

If an

For added protection for this

An outside antenna system

• OVERLOADING -

outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.

• OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY -

objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.

• SERVICING -

product yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.

• DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE -

this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:

- When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.

- If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product.

- If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.

- If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product
to its normal operation.

- If the product has been dropped or damaged
in any way.

- When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.

• REPLACEMENT PARTS -

replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.

• SAFETY CHECK -

service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.

• WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING -

product should not be mounted to a wall or
ceiling.

• HEAT -

The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not overload wall

Never push

Do not attempt to service this

Unplug

When

Upon completion of any

The

Important Safety Instructions

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Table of Contents

Before You Start

What's in the box
Putting the batteries in the remote control
Using the remote control
Compatible Discs

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Controls & Display

Front Panel
Display
Rear Panel
Remote Controller Unit

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Connection

Connection for Video Output Terminals
Connection for Audio Output Terminals
Connection for A/V Input Terminals
Connection for DV IN and USB IN

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Basic Playback

Playing a DVD
Playing a DVD+RW or DVD+R disc
Playing an Audio CD
Playing a Kodak Picture CD
Playing JPEG file from a Digital Camera

or JPEG CD

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Advanced Playback

Fast Forward/Backward
Skip Forward/Backward
Slow Forward (DVD)
Frame by Frame Playback (DVD)
Program Playback (Audio CD)
OSD (On Screen Display)
Selecting Subtitles (DVD only)
Selecting Audio Languages (DVD only)
Repeating a Title, Chapter
A-B Repeat (DVD only)
ZOOM Screen
Switching the Camera Angle (DVD only)
Direct Search (DVD)

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Recording

Simple recording
OTR (One touch Timer Recording)
Timer Recording
Timer review - changing and erasing

record settings
Recording from a digital camcorder
Copying from a Digital Camera

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Editing

Editing a DVD+RW or DVD+R disc

Play disc (DVD+RW/DVD+R)
Rename disc (DVD+RW/DVD+R)
Erase disc (DVD+RW only)
Record a new title (DVD+RW/DVD+R)
Overwrite disc (DVD+RW only)
Lock disc (DVD+RW only)
Finalize disc (DVD+R only)

Editing a title of DVD+RW or DVD+R

Play title (DVD+RW/DVD+R)
Edit title (DVD+RW/DVD+R)
Rename title (DVD+RW/DVD+R)
Erase title (DVD+RW only)
Overwrite title (DVD+RW only)

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Using the Setup Menu

Basic Operations
General
Playback
Record
Language
Channel Scan
Clock

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Additional Information

Specifications
Troubleshooting

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Before You Start

What's in the box

Thank you for buying this product. Please confirm
that the following accessories are in the box when
you open it.

Accessories

RF cable

Audio/Video cable

Remote control

Close the cover.

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Using the remote control

Keep in mind the following when using the
remote control :

• Make sure that there are no obstacles between
the remote and the remote sensor on the unit.

• Remote operation may become unreliable if
strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on
the unit's remote sensor.

• Remote controllers for different devices can
interfere with each other. Avoid using remotes for
other equipment located close to this unit.

• Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in
the operating range of the remote.

NOTE

AA dry cell batteries x 2

Operating instruction

(this manual)

Putting the batteries in the remote
control

Open the battery compartment
cover on the back of

1

the remote control.

Insert two AA/R03 batteries into
the battery compartment

2

following the indications
(+, -) inside the
compartment.

Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such
as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following:

• Don't mix new and old batteries together.

• Don't use different kinds of batteries together-although
they may look similar, different batteries may have
different voltages.

• Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each battery
match the indications in the battery compartment.

• Remove batteries from equipment that isn't going to be
used for a month or more.

• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
governmental regulations or environmental public
instruction's rules that apply in your country or area.

Before You Start

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Before You Start

Compatible Discs

Any disc that displays one of the following logos
should play in this system. Other formats, including
DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-Audio, SACD and
CD-ROM will not play.

DVD Video compatibility

• Single-sided or double-sided
discs.

• Single layer or dual layer discs.

• Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG or

Linear PCM digital audio.

• MPEG-2 digital video Discs are generally divided
into one or more titles. Titles may be further
subdivided into chapters.

DVD-R compatibility

• This unit can play DVD-R
discs recorded as DVD video
format.

Audio CD compatibility

DVD+R/RW compatibility

• This unit can play DVD+R and
DVD+RW discs recorded as
DVD video format.

• Also this unit can record the
video and audio signal in
DVD+R or DVD+RW disc.

CAUTION

• DVD-R and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal
computer may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or
if there is dirt or condensation on the player's lens.

• If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it
is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in
which it may not play because of the settings of the
application software used to create the disc.

• 12cm or 8cm discs

• Linear PCM digital audio

• CD-Audio, CD-R and CD-RW

formatted CDs are divided into

tracks.(This unit can play CD-R
and CD-RW discs recorded in CD Audio or Video
CD format, or Kodak picture CD files.)

DVD Video regions

All DVD Video discs carry a region mark on the case
somewhere that indicates which region of the world
the disc is compatible with. Your DVD player also has
a region mark, which you can find on the rear panel.
Discs from incompatible regions will not play in this
player. Discs marked ALL will play in any player.

Before You Start

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Front Panel

Controls & Display

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

DISC TRAY

1

Put a disc to be played in here.

OPEN/CLOSE

2

To open or close the disc tray.

PLAY/PAUSE

3

Press to start or pause a disc playing.

STOP

4

Press to stop a disc playing.

AV IN

5

To select an external audio and video input
to use for recording.

RECORD

6

Press to start a disc recording.

FL DISPLAY

7

Displays operation status.

101112

9

STANDBY/ON

8

To switch the unit on or into Standby.

AUDIO IN

9

Connect to Audio Output of camcorder.

COMPOSITE VIDEO IN

10

Connect to Composite Video Output of
camcorder.

DV IN

11

Digital input jack for use with a digital video
camcorder. This jack is for connection to DV
camcorder only. It is not compatible with
other digital equipments.

USB IN

12

Digital input jack for use with a USB memory.

Controls & Display

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Controls & Display

Display

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9

TIMER Recording Indicator

1

Illuminates when timer recording is on.

DOLBY DIGITAL Indicator

2

Indicates Dolby Digital 5.1CH playback.

ANGLE

3

Indicates the current disc being played is
viewed as multi angle.
This function only works for discs having
scenes recorded at different angles.

TITLE Indicator

4

Title number for DVD playback.

CHAPTER Indicator

5

Chapter number for DVD playback.

ROTATION

6

Rotates when the disc is spinning.

REPEAT Indicator

7

Illuminates when the current play mode is
under repeat title, chapter, track (single), A-B,
disc (all) respectively.

PROGRAM

8

Indicates the program playback.

OPERATING Information

9

Indicates title, Chapter and Track number
and Time, TV channel.

Controls & Display

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Rear Panel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Controls & Display

AC POWER CORD

1

Connect to the wall outlet.

AUDIO IN

2

Connect to Audio Output of VCR or Set-Top
Box.

VIDEO IN

3

Connect CVBS to Composite Video Output
of VCR or Set-Top Box.
Or connect S-VIDEO to S-Video Output of
VCR or Set-Top Box.

VIDEO OUT

4

Connect CVBS to Composite Video Input of
TV or monitor.
Or connect S-VIDEO to S-Video Input of TV
or monitor.
S-Video provides better picture quality than
composite video.

AUDIO OUT

5

Connect to Audio Inputs of TV.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

6

Connect to Component Video Inputs of TV.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

7

Connect COAXIAL OUT to Digital Audio
Input (coaxial type) of Audio AMP.
Or connect OPTICAL OUT to Digital Audio
Input (optical type) of Audio AMP.

ANT IN

8

Connect to external antenna.

ANT OUT

9

Connect to Antenna Input of TV.

Controls & Display

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Controls & Display

Remote Controller Unit

A

A-B

To repeat a certain section.

ANGLE

To view with a different frame angle.

ARROW ( )

To select a menu item.

AUDIO

To select the audio language when playing a DVD
disc.

AV IN

To select an external audio and video input to use
for recording.

C

CHANNEL DOWN / UP

Used to select the preset TV channels.

CL(CLEAR)

Used when discarding wrong number input.

CM SKIP

For moving to a scene after 30 seconds.
(about the length of a typical TV commercial)

D

DIMMER

This adjusts the FL display brightness of front
panel.

DISPLAY

To view the Title, Chapter, Track information or
Subtitle Language, Audio Language, Repeat
mode.

DV IN

To select a digital A/V input from a DV camcorder
or digital camera.

Controls & Display

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Controls & Display

E

EDIT-DISC

To edit a disc : Rename disc, Erase disc, Overwrite
disc.

EDIT-TITLE

To edit a title : Insert chapter, Remove chapter,
Hide chapter.

ENTER

Used to select the menu item.

F

FWD ( )

Press for fast forward scanning during playback.

G

GOTO

To move to a specific time in a track or title.

M

MENU

Used to display the contents menu of the loaded
DVD disc.

MUTE

To turn on/off audio outputs.

N

NEXT ( )

To skip to the next chapter or track.

P

PAUSE ( )

When you press this button during playback, you
can view the still picture.
Each time you press this button, you can see one
frame at a time.

PLAY ( )

To play the loaded disc.

PREV ( )

To skip to the previous chapter or track.

PROGRAM

To playback in a specific order.

R

REC (Record)

To record TV programs.

REC MODE

To select the record quality.

REPEAT

To select a repeat mode.

REPLAY

To play back again from the scene of previous 10
seconds.
It is a useful function to learn a foreign language.

RETURN

To move to a previous menu.

REV ( )

Press for fast reverse scanning during playback.

NUMERIC (0~9)

Used from the menu to select, Title/Chapter search
and direct track number.

O

OPEN/CLOSE ( )

Press button to open or close the disc tray. If
pressed under STANDBY, power is automatically
turned on.

Controls & Display

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Controls & Display

S

SETUP

To change the initial settings.

SLOW

To play the disc contnts in slow forward.

STANDBY/ON ( )

Activates the unit POWER ON or into STANDBY.

STOP ( )

To stop a disc playing.

SUBTITLE

To select the subtitle language.

T

TIMER REC

To set a timer recording.

TITLE

To display the title menu of the DVD.

TV/DVD

To view channels selected by the recorder tuner or
by the TV tuner.
It works only when recorder and TV is connected
by European Scart cable while Video out setting is
RGB in Setup Menu.

TV MODE

Set up TV type according to type supported by
user’s TV.
Each time you press this button repeatedly, the TV
type will change among NTSC, PAL and
progressive scan.

Z

ZOOM

Enlarges DVD screen image up to 2 times.

Controls & Display

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Connection

Connection for Video Output Terminals

Composite Video (CVBS) Output

The composite video output is supported by most televisions.
The composite video jack on TV is usually yellow and may be labeled video, CVBS, composite.

S-Video Output

The S-Video output can be connected to the TV equipped with an S-Video input.
The S-Video jack on TV may be labeled S-Video, Y/C, S-VHS.
The S-Video provides better picture than the composite video.

Component Video Output

The component video output can be connected to the TV equipped with component input.
The component video jacks on TV may be labeled YUV, Y/Pb/Pr, Y/Cb/Cr and may be green, blue, red.
The component video provides the best picture.
If you want to view a progressive scan TV via Y/Pb/Pr, set “Component output” to “Progressive” from
GENERAL SETUP menu.

NOTE

• RF OUT, is labeled TO TV, is signal pass-thru only.

• A S-Video cable, optical cable and DV cable are not supplied.

Connection

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Connection

Connection for Audio Output Terminals

You can enjoy the Dolby surround sound by
connecting digital audio output to the audio
amplifier.

Analog Audio Output

Connect the Audio output to the Audio Input of TV.

Digital Audio Output

Use digital audio outputs for connection with
Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.
From the Digital Audio Output menu, select
“RAW” or “LPCM” according to your decoder.

Connection for A/V Input Terminals

You can record programs from AV system such
as VCR, DVD player, Camcorder, etc.

Audio Input

Connect the Audio Input to the Audio Output of
AV system.

Video Input

Connect the Composite Video or S-Video Input to
the Composite Video or S-Video Output of AV
system.

Connection for DV IN and USB IN

Using the DV IN, it is possible to read digitally the
contents of DV tapes.

DV Input (IEEE1394)

Connect the DV IN to the DV in/out jack on your
camcorder using a DV cable(not supplied).

USB Input

Connect the USB IN to the USB jack on your
digital camera using a USB cable(not supplied).
Or insert the USB memory in the USB IN.

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Connection