Goodmans GDVDR319 User Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS MANUAL............................................................................................................................3
SAFETY INFORMATION...........................................................................................................................4
WARNING................................................................................................................................................4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS....................................................................................................................6
GENERAL PROPERTIES.........................................................................................................................7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........................................................................................................................9
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8. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.............................................................................................................41
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Instructions on this manual describe the controls of the DVD Recorder. You can also use the remote controller controls with the same name as those on the unit.
Dear Customers
We would like to thank you for purchasing this DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW Recorder.
We strongly recommend that you carefully study the operating instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that you note the listed safety precautions.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
LASER CLASS 1
790 nm ±15nm (CD)
CLASS 1
Wave Lenght: 650 nm ±15nm (DVD)
Maximum output of accessible laser radiation: < 0,39 mW (continuous wave)
Classified according to IEC 60825-1: 1993 + A1 : 1997
This unit is a class 1 laser product. However this product uses a visible laser beam which could cause hazardous radiation exposure.
Be sure to operate the recorder correctly as instructed.
While this recorder is plugged to the wall outlet, do not place your eyes close to the opening of the disc tray or other openings to look inside the recorder for your own safety.
Use of performance control or adjustment procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open the covers and do not attempt to repair any damaged parts. Please refer to a service technician or qualified personnel for any necessary repairs.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, and any interference, use the recommended accessories only.
Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Danger of shock if exposed..
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Danger of explosion if remote control battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
WARNING
CAUTION
same or equivalent type.
“This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.”
Save the carton and packing material; they will be useful if you ever have to transport the unit. Pack contents:
1 X DVD Recorder 1 X Scart Cable 1 X RF Cable 2 X AAA Batteries 1 X REMOTE CONTROL 1 X OWNER'S MANUAL (You are reading it) 1 X Quick Start Guide
Please retain all packaging material for future transportation of the unit or in the unlikely event that the unit needs to be returned for service.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When a new DVD+RW or DVD +R disc is inserted into this recorder PREPARING will flash on the display for awhile. When PREPARING disappears and the display returns to its normal operation (showing TV channel) recordings to the disc can now be made.
When unit is first time connected to a mains supply the blue standby light will immediately show. Several seconds later the display will illuminate. When powering up please allow 20 seconds for the system to power up particularly if there is a disc in the DVD tray.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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GENERAL PROPERTIES
1) DVD+R/RW, DVD Video, DVD Audio, DVD-R/RW, Audio CD, (S)VCD, CD-R/RW, MP3, JPEG
playback, DVD+R/RW dual layer recording, DVD-R/RW dual layer recording
2) User-friendly OSD menu control
3) Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)
4) NTSC/PAL playback (according to disc content) and recording
5) Recording in different qualities (HQ, SP, LP, EP, SLP)
6) One Touch Recording
7) Auto title menu with thumbnail index pictures
8) Finalize for DVD+R and DVD-R/ DVD-RW disc
9) LPC/ PDC
10) Adding chapter markers
11) Appending, overwriting, deleting titles
12) Hide/unhide chapters
13) Recording with timer
14) Dolby Digital, LPCM audio via coaxial digital audio outputs
15) Multiple Aspect Ratio support (16:9 Widescreen, 4:3 Letterbox, 4:3 PAN&SCAN)
16) Multi-Audio (up to 8) support (According to disc content) (For DVD)
17) Multi-Subtitle (up to 32) support (According to disc content) (For DVD)
18) Multi-Angle (up to 9) support (According to disc content) (For DVD)
19) 8 level parental control
20) Fast forward and rewind in 5 different speeds (2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 32x Fast Forward/Backward)
21) For DVD; frame by frame forward playback
22) For DVD / (S)VCD; slow forward playback (1/2x, 1/4 x, 1/8x Slow Forward)
23) Maximum 5K*5K resolution for baseline, 1280*1024 resolution for progressive JPEG playback
24) 8-320 kbit bit rate for MP3 playback
25) Time Search
26) Repeat modes (Disc, Chapter, Title, Track, Folder)
27) Different play modes for Audio CD and MP3 (Normal/Random/Intro)
28) Program function for Audio CD, MP3, JPEG and MPEG
29) Simultaneous playback of audio and pictures
30) 10 timer recording events
31) Pause recording.
32) A B repeat
33) Aerial input / output (loop through)
34) 2 SCART socket
35) Composite Video input/output
36) S-Video input
37) Coaxial Digital Audio outputs
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NOTES ON CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW AND DVD+R/RW DISCS
· CD-R, DVD-R (Recordable), DVD+R (Recordable) and CD-RW, DVD-RW (Rewritable), DVD+RW (Rewritable) discs, recorded by the users, may only be used after finalization process.
· CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs may not be usable, depending on the disc features, recording conditions and damage or dirt on disc. The disc configuration and features are determined by the tool and device used for recording. Therefore, users may face with the following undesired consequences:
§ Some discs may not be read at all
§ Some discs may cause system crash after laying for a while
§ Some parts of the disc may be skipped or worked abnormally
· Compare with the original discs, the time passed for reading a CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs may be longer.
· This DVD player may not support some MP3 recordings due to differences in recording formats or disc type.
· Please read the user’s manual MP3 playback.
· CD-R/CD-RW discs recorded by CD-DA method can be played. Some CD-R/CD-RW disc
may be incompatible due to laser pick-up and disc design.
· DVD-R discs recorded by DVD-Video method can be played. Some DVD-R discs may be incompatible due to laser pick-up and disc design.
· Some discs may be incompatible with JPEG Viewer function due to different recording format or condition of the disc.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Power Source
The unit should be operated only from a 220-240V~ 50 Hz outlet. Please do not open the cover. There is high voltage in the set, which will endanger your life. Please contact local service agent for help and advice. Repairs to be carried out by a qualified technician only.
If you are not going to use the apparatus for a long time, be sure to disconnect the recorder from the wall outlet.
Power Cord
Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord (mains lead), or pinch the cord. Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed in such a way that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask closest service agent for help. When the AC power cord need to be changed, it should be done at a qualified service shop only.
Choice of Location
Please do not place the set in a place subject to direct sun light, excessive dust or mechanical shock or in a location near heat sources.
The set should be placed on a solid and safe base. Do not place the apparatus on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.
A location should not be selected such as a room with high humidity, as the condensation, arising in the kitchen for example, may cause malfunction or damage the set.
Heating or other thermal radiation under the set also may cause malfunction or damage the set.
The hot air, which arises during the operation, should be ventilated with sufficient air circulation.
Please do not put the set into closed areas and do not cover it.
Please avoid the contact of the set with water or humidity. Do not put into operation near bath, swimming pools.
Take care to provide a good air circulation. Place the apparatus in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the apparatus.
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the apparatus and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.
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NOTES ON DISCS
BENZENE
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature can rise quickly and damage the disc.
On handling discs:
To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
If the disc is contaminated with any substance, like glue remove before using it.
On cleaning:
Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the inside to the outside.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
Discs that should not be used:
Only the discs including the marks ( see 1.7)can be played. Note, however, that discs with special shapes (heart-shaped discs, hexagonal discs, etc.) cannot be played. Do not attempt to play such discs, as they may damage the unit..
NOTE: Do not use record spray or antistatic. Also do not use volatile chemicals such as benzene or thinner.
RECORD
SPREY
THINNER
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CONNECTION
AERIAL CONNECTION
AERIAL
AERIAL
SCART CONNECTION
Connect Camcorder to the Front Sockets of DVD Recorder
Audio
S-Video
Input
Input
CVBS Input
S-Video Socket
Right / Left Audio & Video Socket
Camcorder
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1.INTRODUCTION
EDIT
INSER T
REC MODE
A - B
DISPLAY
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0
STANDBY
HDD/DVD
RECORD/DUB
PLAY/PAUSE
SEARCH
VIDEO SOURCE
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1.1 THE REMOTE CONTROL
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OPEN/CLOSE
3
5
4
PROGRAM
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123
CLEAR
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PLAYLIST
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SELECT
SETUPTV/DVD
WATCH TVFUNCTION
STOP
SKIPSEARCH
CHP.
PLAY
REPEATZOOM
MODE
TIMER
SUBTITLEAUDIOANGLE
TITLEMENU
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1. STANDBY : To switch the set ON or OFF.
2. OPEN/CLOSE : To Open/close the disc tray.
3. 0-9 : Number keys: 0- 9.
4. PROGRAM+ : Tunes to next program while watching TV.
4. PROGRAM- : Tunes to previous program while watching TV.
5. PLAYLIST +/- : Adds files to make playlist in PROGRAM play mode and removes added files from
6. SEARCH : Press to move to any desired title/chapter/track/time within the disc.
7. CLEAR : Erases the number you previously entered. Also removes timer event from timer list.
8. RETURN : Return to previous menu on a video CD. Also for CD Menu and Setup menu,
9. HDD/DVD : This function button is not used on this model.
10. ARROW KEYS : To navigate inside menus. (3/4/5/6)
11. SELECT : Select function/value.
12. SETUP : It opens and closes the system-menu.
13. TV/DVD : Enables/disables the SCART socket output to the TV set. This lets you watch another
14. WATCH TV : To switch to monitor mode.
15. VIDEO SOURCE : Switches the video source in the order of TV Tuner, SCART Input, Front CVBS, S-
16. FUNCTION : This function button is not used on this model.
17. PLAY/PAUSE(/;) : Playback a disc. If this key is pressed during playback or recording, operation is
18. RECORD/DUB : Records the selected video source or start dubbing (Optional - for Harddisk model
19. STOP () : Stop playback/recording.
20. SKIP (9) : Press this key during playback: Previous chapter/ film or previous file.
20. SKIP (:) : Press this key during playback: Next chapter/ film or next file. Press this key during
it returns to the upper folder.
21. SEARCH(►►)(◄◄) : Fast forward and fast backward in x2, x4, x8, x16 and x32. Slow forward in Pause
22. INSERT CHAPTER : Inserts a chapter manually to recording media during recording or playback of
23. REC MODE : Select quality and duration of recording.
24. TIMER : To program a recording or to alter/clear pre-programmed recordings.
25. EDIT : If there is a pre-recorded disc inside (but not a finalized DVD+R), pressing this key
26. REPEAT : To play titles, chapters and tracks repeatedly.
27. A-B : Repeat a selection from point A to point B.
28. ZOOM : Enlarge the image
29. PLAY MODE : For MP3, CD-DA, JPEG and MPEG tracks switches between play modes.
30. AUDIO : If DVD supports, switches between audio formats during DVD playback.
31. ANGLE : Selects the angle to view the scene. This only works when multiple angles are
32. SUBTITLE : If DVD supports, changes the subtitle language, turns it on or off. (also at ).
33. MENU : Displays the DVD or (S)VCD menu.
34. TITLE : If DVD supports, to choose the title menu in DVD discs.
35. DISPLAY : Opens Display menus.
playlist.
program via TV set while DVD recorder is recording another program or source without unplugging the SCART cable.
Video, (time shift will not be possible in and mode).
paused. Also use this key to switch to disc playback from the beginning in monitor mode. For any DVD title that has a root menu with still picture, this key functions as “button select” (selects highlighted item) in the root menu. Otherwise this functioning of
“play/pause” key on the root menu will be prohibited by the disc, and will appear.
only), and resumes paused recording. Activates One-Touch-Recording while recording is in progress. (Optional - for Harddisk model only)
pause mode: Shows next frame at each press. (only for DVD)
state.
recorded content at Edit mode.
will switch system to title editing mode. While in edit mode, if you press this key again, it will close editing mode and return back to the Root Menu.
provided for a scene.
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