Curtis DVDR5000 User Manual

DVDR5000

DVD RECORDER

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories."Dolby",

"Pro Logic"and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby

Laboratories.Confidential Unpublished Works. 1992-1997

DVD + REWRITABLE

Trouble shooting Guide

SYMPTOMS AND CORRECTION

Check the following guide for a possible correction to a problem

before contacting customer service.

Symptom

No power

No picture

No sound

Black & White picture The playback picture Has occasional distortion

Brightness is unstable or noises are produced on playback pictures

The DVD video player does not start playback

Correction

Connect the power plug into the wall outlet securely.

Verify the connection from the DVD video output to the TV video input. Then Switch TV to appropriate mode(video 1) Connect the video cable into the jacks securely. Refer to your television owners manual.

Connect the audio cables into the jacks securely. Verify the connection from the DVD audio output to the TV or receiver audio input. Then switch to the appropriate source on the receiver. Refer to your Audio amplifier owners manual.

Damaged S connector (bent pin)

A small amount of picture distortion may appear because of a poor quality video/sound transfer to disc. This is especially true of some discs Manufactured between 1997-1998. Scratched disc

Connect the DVD player directly through the TV and not through any other source. What you're viewing is the effect of the copy protection circuitry Required on all DVD players. If you don't have a video input on your TV, you must purchase an Therefore Adapter from your dealer.

Place the disc with the graphics side up. Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide. Make sure the disc is free from scratches & fingerprints. Press the SETUP button to turn off the menu screen. Cancel the parental lock function or change the parental lock level. (The Pre-set password is 3308.) Turn the power off then disconnect the power plug and reinsert it back into the wall. Retry again. Use region 1 discs only.

MP3 won't read disc or It skips

The remote control does not work Properly

The recorder cannot record.

Some keys do not work

The image is distorted.

Return disc as the software edition used may not be compatible with the player. Check web site for instruction.

Use new editions of software such as Voyetra Audio station 4, Adaptec's “Easy CD Creator”, NTI or Roxio's Toast Titanium.

Make sure MP3 file are not encoded with a variable bit rate such as provided by Real Networks.

Replace the batteries with new ones.

The type of the disc is wrong, it's not a DVD+RW or DVD+R disc. The disc is recorded full. The disc (DVD+R,DVD+RW) is locked, it should be unlocked. The DVD+R has been finalized.

The type of the disc is wrong, it's not a DVD+RW or DVD+R disc. The unit is in record mode or it is recording.

The setup of interlaced or Progressive is wrong. Press the PS/IS button to switch from each other.

Safety Precautions

Specifications

WARNING:

CAUTION:

The lightning flash with an 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.

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

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE, DUE TO THE HIGH RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL SHOULD ATTEMPT THIS.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND FULLY INSERT.

This Digital Video Player employs a Laser System. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the Enclosure. Visible laser radiation emits when open and interlocks are defeated. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location. Only qualified service personnel should remove the cover.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

DVD Player

TV System NTSC/PAL Compatible Discs DVD+R, DVD, CD, Mp3, DVD+RW,CD-R, CD-RW Recordable discs format DVD+RW, DVR-R Resolution Ratio Greater Than 500 lines Video S/N Ratio 65dB Frequency Response fs (96KHz/24bit) 4Hz - 44KHz:+/-2dB Audio S/N Ratio 95dB Degree of Distortion <0.01% D/A Converter 192KHz/24bit Video Out 1Vp-p S-Video Out Y: 1Vp-p(75 ) C: 0.3Vp-p(75 ); Audio Out 2.0V

5.1 Channel,2Channel mixed

Digital Audio Output Optical, Coaxial Connections YUV, CVBS S-Video

Remote Control

Transmitter Infrared Ray Signal Range Approximately 15' Power Source 2 AAA Batteries

General

Power Supply AC 120V~60Hz Consumed Power 35W Standby Power <3W Size (WxHxD) 430x48x308mm

Because its products are subject to continuous improvement, We reserves the right to modify product design and/or specifications without notice and without incurring any obligations.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

CERTIFIED TO

CAN/CSA-E60065

3046730

Since it is very usual for DVD movies to be released at different times in different regions of the world, all players have region codes and disks can have an optional region code. If you load a disk of a different region code to your player, you will see the region code node notice on the screen. The disk will not play, and should be unloaded.

CONFORMS TO

UL STD. 6500

Editing

Safety Information

EDITING A DISC OF A DVD+RW

1.Insert a DVD+RW on the disc tray.

2.Press DISC OPER to access the disc editing menu.

3. Highlight each icon by pressing UP/DOWN. The corresponding description of each operation will be displayed on the screen(i.e. Erase disc, Rename disc, Record

DVD+RW Display

Play Erase disc Rename disc Record a new title Overwrite disc Lock disc

new title etc.)

4. Press SELECT to run the operation.

EDITING A DISC OF A DVD+RW OR DVD+R

Play

Press SELECT to playback from the disc.

Erase disc

ERASE (only DVD+RW )

Press SELECT to begin erasing.

Rename disc

Press the direction keys (UP/DOWN/RIGHT/LEFT) to highlight the one which you want to input, and press SELECT to confirm it. The control bars of the last line in the keyboard is for editing command. Select OK to save the name.

Note:

The maximum length of the title name is up to 9 characters.

Lock disc

LOCK(only DVD+RW )

When the icon displays LOCK, it shows your current disc is LOCKED. . If your disc is LOCKED, you cannot make any changes. Choose UNLOCK to be able to edit disc.

Finalize disc

Finalize(only DVD+R)

Highlight the icon and press SELECT. It will take a few minutes to finalize the disc.

Note:

If a DVD+R has been finalized, you can not record or edit the disc. If you want to make your disc compatible with the other DVD player, you should go on FINALIZE operation.

DVD+R Display

Play Rename disc Finalize disc Record a new title

Disc name

A B C D E F G H I J K

L M NOPQR S TUV34

W X Y Z

Space Caps BkSp

( )

Delete

Clear

678 9

Exit

1 2

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Please carefully study this manual and always keep it available. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which You should be aware of.

1.Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2.Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6.Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8.Accessories - Do not place this product on 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.

9.Aproduct and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. 1 0. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the 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 m a n u f a c t u r e r’s instructions have been adhered to.

11.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 product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12.Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power 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. Alternate Warnings This product is equipped with a three-wire groundingtype plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug 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.

13.Power-Cord Protection Power-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.

14.Protective Attachment Plug The product is equipped with an attachment plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See instruction Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement

plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as the original plug.

15.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 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 or grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

16.Lightning - For added protection for this 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 powerline surges.

17.Power Lines - An outside antenna system 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. 1 8.Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19.Object and Liquid Entry - Never push 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.

20.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. 2 1.Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. 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. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.

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

23.Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform saftey checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24.Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

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

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNAGROUNDING AS PER NATIONALELECTRICAL CODE

NEC-NA TIONALELECTRICAL CODE S2898A

FIGURE A

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUD CLAMP

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SUSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

Introduction

Editing

Your DVDR5000 Design combines the function a lities of a DVD player and recorder. As a DVD player, you will be able to enjoy full length movies with true cinema picture quality, and stereo or multichannel sound (depending on the disc and your playback system). Unique features of this player include YUV & S-video outputs for greater picture clarity.

What’s more, as a DVD Video Recorder, it has some of the key features that allow you to record programs conveniently such as:

• A complete DVD+RW/DVD+R recorder.

• Preset recording

• Playback of pre-recorded or user-recorded DVDs and CDs

• View, edit and play from a pre-recorded DVD+RW.

UNPACKING

When shipping the player, the original shipping carton and packing comes in handy. For maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. It is normal for your changer tray to partially open after you have unpacked the unit. This is a feature designed to allow easier access to disc inside the tray during diagnostics.

DVD + R

DIGITAL AUDIO

DVD + ReWritable

TITLE ICON AND SPLIT TITLE

From the control bar, select the sixth icon, press SELECT .

When you want to set the current frame as the icon of the current title, Press SELECT with displayed.

From the control bar, select the seventh icon, press SELECT . When is selected by pressing SELECT, a new title marker will be added

to the current point.

EDIT TITLE NAME

1.Insert a recorded DVD+RW on the disc tray.

The Index Picture screen pops up.

2.Use the direction keys to highlight the title which you want to edit.

SPLIT TITLE

INDEX PICTURE

First check and identify the contents of your player package, as listed below:

- DVDR5000

- Remote control

- RCA cables (3) x2 (1 yellow, 1 red, and 1 white)

- Owner’s manual

If any item should be damaged or missing, please inform your supplier without delay. Keep the packaging materials as you may need them to transport your player in the future.

WHERE TO PLACE YOUR DVD RECORDER

1. Place the unit on a firm, flat surface.

2. When you place this player near a radio or VCR the playback picture may become poor and/or distorted. In this situation, move the DVD video player away from the other units.

3. Keep away from direct sunlight & domestic heating equipment.

4. If placed in a cabinet, please allow at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) of free space around the player for proper ventilation.

TO OBTAIN A CLEAR PICTURE

This player is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn down, the picture quality will become poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and maintenance (i.e. cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating Environment. For details, please contact your nearest dealer.

3.Press RIGHT, the edit bar appears on the screen while playing back.

Press UP/DOWN to highlight one icon and SELECT it.

4.From the control bar, select the fourth icon, press SELECT . On the screen, there appears a keyboard:

Title name

Play title Erase title Edit title Rename title Overwrite title

TITLE_

A B C D E F G H I J K

L M NOPQR S TUV34

W X Y Z

Space Caps BkSp

( )

Delete

Clear

Exit

1 2

8 9

Overwrite disc

Note:

The maximum length of the title name is up to 9 characters.

Editing

Table of Contents

CHAPTER EDITING

From the control bar, select the fourth icon, press SELECT repeatedly. It will cycle as follows:

Chapter marker

Insert marker

Delete marker

Delete all markers

When is selected by pressing SELECT, a new chapter marker will be added to the current point.

When is selected by pressing SELECT, the marker of the current chapter will be deleted.

When is selected by pressing SELECT, all of the chapter markers will be deleted.

Note:

From the second icon in the control bar, the above operation can be viewed. If only one chapter is available in the current title, there is only to select.

Insert marker

Delete marker

Delete all markers

Insert marker

Safety Precautions……………………....…1

Safety Information………………….…....…2

Introduction……………………………........3

Table of Contents……………………...…...4

Caution................................................. 5

Identification of Controls…………...…....6

About the Remote Control......................7

Connection…………………………….….....9

MP3……................................…….........13

Playing Back a Disc…………………........14

Playing a Normal Disc…………….…........14

Playing a DVD+RW or DVD+R Disc……...15

General Features……………………....…..15

Using the On-screen Display………….……..24

Setting the Parental Lock…………………..…25

Customizing DVD Function Settings…..…..26

Recording Options………………………….….26

Channel Search……………………..……….…..27

Normal Recording…………………..………...…27

One-Touch Record………………….…….…..…28

Time Record……………………………......…….29

Editing……………………………………….…...30

Editing a Title of DVD+RW………………...……31

Editing a Disc of DVD+RW or DVD+R….…......33

Specifications……………………………...……34

CHAPTER HIDE OR UNHIDE

From the control bar, select the fifth icon, press SELECT.

When the icon displays , it shows the current chapter is visible, and you can select it to hide it by pressing SELECT.

When the icon displays , it shows the current chapter is invisible, and you can select it to unhide it by pressing SELECT.

Hide chapter

Unhide chapter

Locating a Specific Title,

Chapter or Track…………………….........17

Playing Repeatedly……..……………......19

Playing in Random Order……………......20

Selecting Camera Angles, Languages

& Audio Settings…………………........….21

Playing in Favorite Order………..……... 22

Selecting Subtitles……………….…....... 23

Trouble Shooting Guide…………………...….35

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