Hitachi DV-DS251E, DV-DS81E, DV-DS161E User Manual

5 (1)

HDD/DVD RECORDER

Instruction Manual

English

Model No. DV-DS251E

DV-DS161E

DV-DS81E

SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

COMMERCIAL ADVANCE® is a registered trademark of TeleVentions, LLC.

COMMERCIAL ADVANCE® is a Jerry Iggulden invention licensed in association with TeleVentions, LLC.”

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product . For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: THESE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR USE BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO SO.

Caution: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.

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 center.

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

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.

Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance.

SERIAL NUMBER:

You can find the serial number on the back of the unit. This number is unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model No. ______________________________

Serial No. ______________________________

Disposal of your old appliance

1.When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

2.All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3.The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4.For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12

Symbol Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . .5

Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Recordable and Playable Discs . . . . . . . . .

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Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About the internal hard disk drive . . . . . . . .

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Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . .8

Card useable on this unit (DV-DS251E/161E only) 9

Disc-related terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .10

Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .11

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .12

Hookup and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-27

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .13

Connecting to the Aerial . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .13

Connections to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .14

HDMI connection (DV-DS251E/161E only)

. . . .15

Connecting to an Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .16

Accessory Audio/Video Connections . . . . .

.17-18

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .19

Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .19

General Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.19-22

Auto Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .19

Program Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .20

AV1 Decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .20

Auto Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .21

Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .21

TV Aspect (Standard or Wide) . . . . . . . .

. . .21

Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .21

Progressive Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .22

PBC (Video CD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .22

Initialization (HDD Format) . . . . . . . . . .

. . .22

Language Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.22-23

Display Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .22

Disc Menu/Audio/Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .23

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .23

Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG . . . . . . . . .

. . .23

Sampling Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .23

DRC (Dynamic Range Control) . . . . . .

. . .23

Vocal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .23

Lock (Parental Control) Settings . . . . . . . .

.24-25

Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .24

Set Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .24

Area Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .24

DivX Registration Code . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .25

Recording Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.25-26

Record Mode Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Record Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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DV Recording Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .26

TV Recording Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .26

Auto Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .26

Disc Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.26-27

Disc Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .26

Finalize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .27

Disc Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .27

Disc Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .27

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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.28-43

General Explanation of On-Screen Display

. . . .28

COMMERCIAL ADVANCE® . . . . . . . .

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. .29-30

HDD, DVD, DivX® file or Video CD . . .

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. .31-33

Moving to another TITLE . . . . . . . .

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. . . .31

Moving to another CHAPTER/TRACK

. . . . .31

Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .31

Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame

 

 

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .31

Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .32

Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .32

Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .32

Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .32

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .32

Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .32

Marker Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .33

Checking the Contents of DVD Video Discs:

Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. .33-34

Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .33

Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .33

Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .33

Changing the Audio Soundtrack . . .

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. . . . .33

Changing the Audio Channel . . . . .

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. . . . .34

3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .34

Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .34

Manual Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .34

Finding Locations on a Disc . . . . . .

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. . . . .34

Last Condition Memory . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .34

Playing a DivX® Movie File . . . . . . . . .

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. .35-36

Notice for displaying the DivX® subtitle

. . . .35

Movie menu options . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .35

About DivX® movie files . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .36

Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file

. . . .37-38

Audio CD and Music menu options .

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. . . . .37

Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .37

Moving to Another Track . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .37

Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .38

Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .38

Changing the Audio Channel . . . . .

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. . . . .38

Search (Audio CD only) . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .38

Repeat A-B (Audio CD only) . . . . . .

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. . . . .38

About MP3/WMA audio files . . . . . .

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. . . . .38

Program Playback with Audio CD/MP3/WMA . .39

Program List menu options . . . . . . .

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. . . . .39

Repeat Programmed Tracks . . . . .

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. . . .39

Erasing a Track from the Program List

. . . .39

Changing Track Order in the Program List . .39

Save Your Program List (HDD) . . . .

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. . . . .39

Viewing a JPEG File . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. .40-41

Photo menu options . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .40

Skip Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .40

Rotate Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .40

View Slide Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .41

About JPEG image files . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .41

Editing a MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX® file

. . . . .42-43

Erasing a file(s)/folder(s) . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .42

Naming a file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .42

Copying a file(s) to another media or folder .43

Moving a file(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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. . . .43

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Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

44-52

About DVD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .44

About HDD recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.44-45

Time Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .46

Basic Recording from a TV . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .47

Changing TV Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .47

Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .47

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .48

SHOWVIEW® System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .49

Checking Timer Recording Details . . . . . . .

. . .50

Recording from an External Input . . . . . . . .

. . .50

Recording from DV Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .51

Simultaneous recording and playback . . . .

. . .52

Title List and Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

53-61

Title List and Chapter List Menu Overview

.53-54

Original and Playlist Editing (VR Mode) . . . .

. . .55

Adding Chapter Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .55

Changing Title Thumbnails . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .55

Making a New Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .56

Adding Title/Chapters to the Playlist . . . . . .

. . .56

Deleting an Original or Playlist Title/Chapter

. . .57

Deleting a Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .57

Naming a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .58

Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .58

Sort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .59

Undoing/Redoing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .59

Combining Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .59

Divide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .60

Combining Chapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .60

Moving a Playlist Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .61

Hide a Chapter/Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .61

Protect a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .61

Full Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .61

Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

62-64

Before Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .62

What is ‘CPRM’? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .62

Fast copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .62

Dubbing from HDD to DVD . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .63

Dubbing from DVD to HDD . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . .63

One Touch Copy (HDD to DVD) . . . . . . . . .

. . .64

One Touch Copy (DVD to HDD) . . . . . . . . .

. . .64

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-72

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Overwriting Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Display on other Recorders or Players . . . . .65 Playing on other Players (Finalized) . . . . . .65 Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Controlling TV with Remote Control . . . . . . .67-69 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70-71 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

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Introduction

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference.

This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your recorder. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location.

Symbol Used in this Manual

The lightning flash symbol alerts you to the presence of dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point alerts you to the presence of important operating and maintenance / servicing instructions.

Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage.

Note:

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Tip:

Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.

A section whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol.

HDD Titles recorded on the HDD

DVD-RAM disc

DVD-RW with VR recording mode

DVD-RW with Video recording mode

VD+RW disc

DVD-R disc

DVD+R disc

DVD-Video disc

Video CDs

Audio CDs

DivX® files

MP3 files

WMA files

About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation

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and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific DVD video disc.

Notes on Discs

Handling Discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc.

Storing Discs

After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight.

Cleaning Discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records.

Moisture Condensation

Never operate this product immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Leave it for two or three hours without operating it. If you use this product in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts.

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Accessories
Check for the supplied accessories below.
• Video and Audio Cables • Remote Control
• RF Cable for TV • SCART Cable
• Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size) • HDMI Cable (DV-DS251E/161E only)
• Instruction Manual
Dispose of batteries according to local environmental regulations. Do not put them in the household rubbish.
Recordable and Playable Discs
DVD-RW
DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.

These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.

[VR mode]

Recordings can be extensively edited

Playable only on VR mode compatible players (after finalization) [Video mode]

Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization)

Limited editing features

DVD-R

• These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD-R, you cannot record on it or edit it.

DVD-R discs can be only formatted to Video mode.

Playable on regular DVD players (after finalization).

Limited editing features

DVD-RAM

• DVD-RAM discs can be formatted for VR mode recording.

• These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.

Playable on DVD-RAM compatible players.

Recordings can be extensively edited.

Only DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 and 2.2 discs can be used in this unit.

You cannot use the cartridge-type DVD-RAM disc in this unit.

DVD+RW

• These Discs can be recorded on repeatedly. Recordings can be erased, then you can record again on the same Disc.

Playable on DVD+RW compatible players (automatically finalization)

The edited contents are playable on DVD+RW compatible players only after finalization

Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

DVD+R

• These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R, you cannot record on it or edit it any more.

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)

Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.)

Limited title/chapter editing features.

DVD+R DL

• These Discs can be recorded only once. After you finalize a DVD+R DL, you cannot record on it or edit it any more.

Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to record up to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R DL disc.

Playable on DVD+R compatible players (after finalization)

Any edited contents are not be compatible on DVD+R DL compatible players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.)

Limited title/chapter editing features.

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The recordable DVD discs (Example)

DVD-R

DVD+R

DVD-RW

DVD+RW

DVD+R (DL)

DVD-RAM

Maxell (4x, 8x)

Maxell (4x, 8x)

Maxell (1x, 2x, 4x)

Maxell (2.4x, 4x)

Maxell (2.4x)

Maxell (3x, 5x)

 

 

 

 

 

 

SONY (8x, 16x)

SONY (2.4x, 4x, 8x, 16x)

Victor (1x, 4x)

TDK (2.4x)

Mitsubishi (2.4x)

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TDK (4x, 8x)

TDK (4x)

TDK (2x)

Philips (4x)

-

-

Verbatim (4x, 8x)

Mitsubishi (4x, 8x)

Mitsubishi (2x)

Ricoh (2.4x)

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-

 

 

 

 

 

 

Panasonic (2x, 4x)

Ricoh (2x, 4x, 8x)

-

HP (2.4x, 4x)

-

-

Note:

If a DVD-RW/DVD+RW disc is recorded using a personal computer or other DVD recorder, you cannot format the disc using this recorder. So if you want to use the disc on this recorder, you must format the disc using the original recorder.

The above discs were checked for usability in 2005. Disc specifications may be changed without notice.

Playable Discs

DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

• Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented

Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

• VIDEO CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in VIDEO CD/Super VIDEO CD format

Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

• Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD format that can be purchased

CD-R/CD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc)

• CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio titles, DivX®, MP3, WMA, or JPEG files.

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Notes:

Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.

Do not attach any seal or label to either side (the labeled side or the recorded side) of a disc.

Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g., heart-shaped or octagonal). Doing so may result in malfunctions.

Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW or DVD±R/RW) may not be playable.

DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the Recorder’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. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

Regional code of the recorder and DVDs

This recorder is designed and manufactured for playback of Region 2 encoded DVD software. The region 2 code on the labels of some DVD discs indicates which type of the recorder can play those discs. This

unit can play only DVD discs labeled 2 or ALL. If you try to play any other discs, the message “Incorrect region code. Can’t play back” will appear on the TV screen. Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area limits.

Notes on DVDs and Video CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and Video CDs may be intentionally fixed by software manufacturers. As this unit plays DVDs and Video CDs according to disc content designed by the software manufacturer, some playback features of the unit may not be available or other functions may be added.

Refer also to the instructions supplied with the DVDs and Video CDs. Some DVDs made for business purposes may not be played on the unit.

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About the internal hard disk drive

The internal hard disk drive (HDD) is a fragile piece of equipment. Please use the recorder following the guidelines below to protect against possible HDD failure.

We recommend that you back up your important recordings onto DVD discs in order to protect against accidental loss.

Do not move the recorder while it is on.

Install and use the recorder on a stable, level surface.

Do not block the rear vent/cooling fan.

Do not use the recorder in excessively hot or humid places, or in places that may be subject to sudden changes in temperature. Sudden changes in temperature can cause condensation to form inside the recorder. This can be a cause of HDD failure.

While the recorder is switched on, do not unplug from the wall socket or switch the electricity off from the breaker switch.

Do not move the recorder immediately after switching it off. If you need to move the recorder, please follow the steps below:

1.After the message POWER OFF is shown in the display, wait at least two minutes.

2.Unplug from the wall socket.

3.Move the recorder.

If there’s a power failure while the recorder is on there is a chance that some data on the HDD will be lost.

The HDD is very delicate. If used improperly or in an unsuitable environment, it is possible that the HDD will fail after a few years of use. Signs of problems include playback unexpectedly freezing and noticeable block noise (mosaic) in the picture. However, sometimes there will be no warning signs of HDD failure.

If the HDD fails, no playback of recorded material will be possible. In this case it will be necessary to replace the HDD unit.

xExemption of liability concerning compensation of recorded contents

If the recorder fails to record or play back because of a fault, Hitachi will not accept any responsibility for compensation for HDD contents (recorded program data, etc.) or loss of them, or any direct or indirect damage. This also applies if you repair the recorder yourself (including repair of any components other than HDD).

Remote Control Operation

Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

Remote Control Battery Installation

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with and matched correctly.

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Caution

Do not block vent holes:

If the vent holes on this recorder are blocked, heat will accumulate inside, which could cause a fire. Also touching the hot recorder could cause burns. Do not push the recorder into an ill-ventilated, narrow space, such as a bookcase or closet, or cover it with table cloth, or place it on a carpet or rug.

Caution

Do not place any heavy object on this recorder:

Do not place any heavy object or TV on it: The object may fall, which could cause an injury.

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Card useable on this unit (DV-DS251E/161E only)

Compact Flash Card (CF)

Micro Drive (MD)

Secure Digital Card (SD)

Multi Media Card (MMC)

SmartMedia Card (SMC)

xD-Picture Card (xD)

Compatible with: FAT 12, FAT 16, or FAT 32

Only use the memory cards recommended above.

Regarding Write Protect

For cards that have a write protect switch, if the switch is on it will not be possible to write, erase or format the card.

Inserting/Removing the Memory Card

 

 

 

 

Insert CF or MD

Insert SD, MMC, SMC,

 

 

xD card

Inserting the card: Insert straight-in until it fits into place.

Removing the card: Withdraw the card carefully.

Notes:

Keep the memory card out of reach of children. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.

A memory card may not be used for this recorder.

Do not extract the memory card in operating (play, copy, move, etc.).

Using Memory Card

1.Insert a memory card.

2.Press HOME on the remote control.

3.Select [MEMORY CARD] option then press B.

4.Select [Memory Card 1] or [Memory Card 2] then press ENTER.

5.Select the [TV(HDD)], [MUSIC], or [PHOTO] option.

Details for the options are on page 19.

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Disc-related terms

DVD-RAM

DVD-RAM disc can be formatted in DVD-Video Recording format (VR mode). This type of disc is able to be rewritten and edited.

DVD +R (Double Layer)

Double layer recording technology offers two recordable layers on a single DVD disc, providing nearly double the capacity of 4.7GB single layer DVDs. The greatest, most valuable benefit of double layer recording technology is increased capacity. Storage space is nearly doubled with double layer DVD+R media, allowing consumers to burn up to 8.5GB of video on a single DVD+R disc.

DVD ±R / DVD ±RW

DVD -R and DVD +R are two different standards for recordable DVD drives and discs. This format allows information to be recorded onto the DVD disc only once. DVD +RW and DVD -RW are two standards for re-writable media, meaning the DVD content can be erased and re-recorded. Single-sided discs can hold 4.7 Gigabytes and double-sided discs hold twice as much.

VCD (Video CD)

A VCD holds up to 74 minutes (650 MB disc) or 80 minutes (700 MB disc) of MPEG-1 full-motion video along with quality stereo sound.

MPEG

MPEG is an international standard for video and audio compression. MPEG-1 is used in encoding video for VCD and provides for multichannel surround sound coding such as PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS and MPEG audio.

MP3

MP3 is a popular compression format used for digital audio files that yields very high near-CD quality.

WMA

Windows media audio file. A type of coding / decoding developed by Microsoft Corp.

JPEG

Joint Pictures Expert Group. JPEG is a compressed file format that allows you to save images with no limit on the number of colors.

DivX®

DivX® is the name of a revolutionary new video codec which is based on the new MPEG-4 compression standard for video.You will be able to play DivX® movies using this recorder.

DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc. and is used under license.

Title (DVD video discs only)

A title is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc. For example the main feature could be title 1, a documentary describing how the film was made could be title 2, and cast interviews could be title 3. Each title is assigned a reference number enabling you to locate it easily.

Chapter (DVD video discs only)

A chapter is a segment of a title such as a scene in a film or one interview in a series. Each chapter is assigned a chapter number, enabling you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc, chapters may not be recorded.

Scene (VCD)

On a video CD with PBC (Playback control) functions, moving pictures and still pictures are divided into sections called “Scenes”. Each scene is displayed in the menu screen and assigned a scene number, enabling you to locate the scene you want. A scene is composed of one or several tracks.

Track

A distinct element of audiovisual information, such as the picture or sound track for a specific language (DVD), or a musical piece on a video or audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number, enabling you to locate the track you want. DVD discs allow one track of video (with multiple angles) and several tracks of audio.

Types of video CDs

There are two types of video CDs:

Video CDs equipped with PBC (Version 2.0)

PBC (Playback control) functions allow you to interact with the system via menus, search functions, or other typical computer-like operations. Moreover, high resolution still pictures can be played if they are included on the disc.

Video CDs not equipped with PBC (Version 1.1)

Operated in the same way as audio CDs, these discs allow playback of video pictures as well as sound, but they are not equipped with PBC.

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Front Panel

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a POWER button

Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

(As to the indication of the Operate switch, “ I ” shows ON and “1” shows electrical power stand-by.)

b c DVD/HDD

Set the recorder’s mode to DVD or HDD.

d N (PLAY)

Starts playback.

e X (PAUSE/STEP)

Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode.

f x (STOP)

Stops playback or recording.

g z (REC)

Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

hDisc Tray

Insert a disc here.

iZ (OPEN/CLOSE)

Opens or closes the disc tray.

jDisplay window

Shows the current status of the recorder.

T/S: Indicates the timeshifting mode.

REC: The recorder is recording.

HDD: The recorder is HDD mode.

DVD: The recorder is DVD mode.

HDD b B DVD: The recorder is dubbing.

TV: Indicates when the recorder is in TV tuner mode.

: Indicates when the recorder is in timer recording or a timer recording is programmed.

: Indicates clock, total playing time, elapsed time, title number, chapter/track number, channel, etc.

k Remote Sensor

Point the recorder remote control here.

l INPUT4 (VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (Left/Right))

Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

m INPUT 4 (S-VIDEO IN)

Connect the S-Video output of an external source (TV/ Monitor, VCR, Camcorder, etc.).

n DV IN (page 18, 51)

Connect the DV output of a digital camcorder.

oPROG. (V/v)

Scans up or down through memorized channels.

pMEMORY CARD Slot 1 (DV-DS251E/161E only)

Insert a memory card (CF/MD).

qMEMORY CARD Slot 2 (DV-DS251E/161E only) (page 9, 37, 40)

Insert a memory card (SD/MMC/SMC/xD).

Note:

The i Z (OPEN/CLOSE) button will not operate

with this recorder turned off. After turning the recorder on to display the clock in the j Display window, press the i Z (OPEN/CLOSE) button.

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Remote Control

0-9 numerical buttons: (page 31,

58) Selects numbered options in a menu.

b / B / v / V (left/right/up/down):

Selects an option in the menu. v / V (up/down): Scans up or down through memorized channels.

A-B: (page 32) Repeat sequence.

ANGLE: (page 33) Selects a DVD camera angle, if available.

AUDIO: (page 33) Selects an audio language (DVD) or TV audio channel (CD).

CHP ADD: (page 55) Inserts a chapter marker when playing/recording.

CLEAR: (page 33, 42) Removes a track number on the Program List or a mark on the Marker Search menu.

DISC MENU/LIST: (page 33, 53)

Accesses menu on a DVD disc. Switches between Title ListOriginal and Title List-Playlist menu.

DISPLAY: (page 28, 53) Accesses

On-Screen Display.

DUBBING: (page 64) Copies DVD to HDD (or HDD to DVD).

DVD: (page 19) Select the Recorder’s function mode to DVD.

ENTER

-Acknowledges menu selection.

-Displays information while viewing a TV program.

HDD: (page 19) Select the Recorder’s function mode to HDD.

HOME: (page 19) Accesses or removes the HOME menu.

INPUT: (page 20, 51) Changes the input to use for recording (Tuner, AV1-4 or DV IN).

MANUAL SKIP: (page 34)

Pressing this button during playback will skip to a scene 15 seconds forward.

MARKER: (page 33, 46) Marks any point during playback.

Z (OPEN/CLOSE): (page 31, 34)

Opens and closes the disc tray. Operate this button only after turning the recorder on.

X (PAUSE/STEP): (page 32, 37)

Pause playback or recording temporarily, press again to exit pause mode.

N (PLAY): (page 31) Starts playback.

1/I POWER: (page 31) Switches the recorder ON or OFF.

RANDOM: (page 32, 38) Plays tracks in random order.

z (REC): (page 46, 47) Starts recording. Press repeatedly to set the recording time.

REC MODE: (page 47) Selects the recording mode (XP, SP, LP or EP).

REPEAT: (page 32, 38) Repeat chapter, track, title, all.

RETURN (O) (page 20, 31)

-Removes the menu.

-Display the menu of a video CD with PBC.

m / M (SCAN): (page 31, 46)

Search backward or forward.

SEARCH: (page 33, 46) Displays Marker Search menu.

SETUP: (page 19, 21) Accesses or removes the Setup menu.

SHOWVIEW : (page 49) To display the program menu for SHOWVIEW System programming.

. / > (SKIP): (page 31, 40)

Go to next chapter or track. Returns to beginning of current chapter or track or go to previous chapter or track.

x (STOP): (page 31) Stops playback or recording.

SUBTITLE: (page 34) Selects a subtitle language.

THUMBNAIL: (page 55) Selects a thumbnail picture for the current title and chapter for use in the Original and Playlist menu.

TIMER REC: (page 48, 50)

Displays Timer Record menu.

TIMESHIFT: (page 46) Activates pause live TV/playback (timeshift) for a live TV program.

TITLE MENU: (page 31, 33)

Displays the disc’s Title menu, if available.

TV/DVD: (page 47) To view channels selected by the recorder tuner or by the TV tuner.

TV Control Buttons (page 67)

-POWER: Turns the TV on or off.

-INPUT: Selects the TV’s source.

-PROG +/–: Selects TV’s channel.

-VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume.

-MUTE: Temporarily turns TV

sound OFF, press again to restore.

ZOOM: (page 32) Enlarges DVD video image.

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Hookup and Settings

Rear Panel

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aAERIAL

Connect the aerial to this terminal.

bAUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

Connect to a TV with audio inputs.

cVIDEO OUT

Connect to a TV with video inputs.

dCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN (Y Pb Pr)

Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.

eVIDEO OUTPUT Switch

Select either COMPONENT VIDEO OUT or RGB signal of EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO terminal depending on how you connect the recorder to the TV.

fEURO AV 1 AUDIO/VIDEO

Connect to a TV with SCART jack.

gEURO AV 2 DECODER

Connect the audio/video output of an external source (Pay-TV decoder, Set Top Box, VCR, etc.).

hOPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment.

i HDMI Connector (Type A) (DV-DS251E/161E only)

HDMI output providing a high quality interface for digital audio and video (page 15).

j Cooling fan

k AC Power Cord

Plug into the power source.

lRF. OUT

Passes the signal from the AERIAL to your TV/monitor

mAUDIO IN 3 (Left/Right)

Connect the audio output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).

nVIDEO IN 3

Connect the video output of an external source (Audio system, TV/Monitor, VCR, Camcorder).

oCOAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment.

Connecting to the Aerial

Aerial

Rear of TV

 

 

Remove the aerial cable plug from your TV set and

 

SCART INPUT

 

ANTENNA

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO

 

INPUT

 

INPUT

insert it into the aerial socket at the back of the

 

L R

 

recorder. Plug one end of the aerial cable into the TV

 

 

 

socket on the recorder and the other end into the aeri-

 

 

 

al input socket on your TV set.

 

R

 

 

 

 

RF coaxial connection

Connect the RF. OUT jack on the recorder to the aerial input jack on the TV using the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable supplied (R). The RF. OUT jack passes the signal through from the AERIAL jack.

Rear of the recorder

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Connections to Your TV

Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

When using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks, set the VIDEO OUTPUT switch to COMPONENT. When using the SCART jack, set the VIDEO OUTPUT switch to RGB.

Tips:

Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the recorder. Use only one of the connections described below.

Please refer to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

Caution

Make sure the recorder is connected directly to the TV. Tune the TV to the correct video input channel.

Do not connect the recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

Do not connect your recorder via your VCR. The DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

Rear of TV

SCART INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT

 

 

INPUT

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Rear of the recorder

SCART connection

Connect the EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO scart jack on the recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using the scart cable (T).

Video connection

Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the recorder to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V).

Component Video connection

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the recorder to the corresponding input jacks on the TV using an Y Pb Pr cable (C).

Progressive Scan connection

If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready” television, you may take advantage of the recorder’s progressive scan output for the highest video resolution possible. If your TV does not accept the Progressive Scan format, the picture will appear scrambled if you try Progressive Scan on the recorder.

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the recorder to the corresponding in jacks on the TV using the Y Pb Pr cable (C).

Notes:

Set the Progressive to [ON] on the setup menu for progressive signal, see page 22.

Progressive scan does not work with the analog video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT jack).

Caution

Once the setting for Progressive Scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a Progressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to [ON] in error, you must reset the recorder. First, remove the disc in the recorder. Next, press

x (STOP) and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.

Audio (Left/Right) Connection

Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the recorder to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A). Do not connect the recorder’s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record deck) of your audio system.

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HDMI connection (DV-DS251E/161E only)

If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this recorder using a HDMI cable.

Be sure to use an HDMI cable with HDMI logo ( ).

1.Connect the HDMI jack on the recorder to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor

(H).

2.Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual).

Notes:

When you use the HDMI connection, the audio’s sampling frequency is outputted only with 48kHz even if you select [96kHz].

This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

No sound will be outputted from HDMI cable if the [Dolby Digital] or [MPEG] option is not set to [PCM] on the Setup menu (See page 23).

The arrow on the cable connector body should face up for correct alignment with the connector on the recorder.

(Type A)

If there is noise or lines on the screen, please check the HDMI cable.

Tip:

When you use HDMI connection, you can change the resolution (576i, 576p) for the HDMI output by setting the [Progressive Scan] option in the setup menu.

(See page 22)

Progressive Scan ON mode: 576p

Progressive Scan OFF mode: 576i

The recorder does not support 720p and 1080i resolutions for HDMI.

Caution

Changing the Progressive Scan mode when the recorder is connected with HDMI connector may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the recorder and then turn it on again.

HDMI compatible TV

HDMI

H

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Rear of the recorder

About HDMI

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a single digital connection for use with DVD Players, Set-Top Boxes, and other AV devices.

HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). HDCP is used to protect digital content transmitted and received.

HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to multi-channel surround-sound audio, HDMI features include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to 5 gigabytes per second, one connector (instead of several cables and connectors), and communication between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.

Additional Information for HDMI

When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the followings:

-Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this recorder. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this recorder.

-The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.

-The connected device is compatible with 720(1440)x576i or 720x576 progressive video input.

Not all HDCP-compatible DVI devices will work with this recorder.

-It’s impossible copy protected-DVD title’s playback in non-HDCP devices.

If you select the HDMI output, outputs other than digital tuner output - such as D1/D2/D3 video outputs, component video outputs, S1 video output and video output (from yellow jack) - cannot be displayed.

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Connecting to an Amplifier

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll/ Pro Logic

Connect the Left and Right AUDIO OUT jacks on the recorder to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A).

Connecting to an amplifier equipped with two channel digital stereo (PCM) or to an Audio/ Video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS)

1.Connect one of the recorder’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (optical O or coaxial X) audio cable.

2.You will need to activate the recorder’s digital output. (See “Audio Settings” on page 23).

Digital Multi-channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel Audio/Video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your recorder (MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS). Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver.

Caution:

Due to the DTS Licensing agreement, the digital output will be in DTS digital out when DTS audio stream is selected.

Notes:

The audio format is set to [BitStream] at the factory (default) (page 23).

If your amplifier is not compatible with Dolby Digital, MPEG 2, or DTS, no sound will be heard: In such cases, choose [PCM].

Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via digital connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

To see the audio format of the current DVD in the on-screen display, press AUDIO.

This recorder does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound track. To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this recorder to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this recorder’s digital audio outputs.

Rear of the recorder

A

X

O

L

R

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

AUDIO INPUT

DIGITAL INPUT

DIGITAL INPUT

Amplifier (Receiver)

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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Hitachi DV-DS251E, DV-DS81E, DV-DS161E User Manual

Accessory Audio/Video

Connections

Connecting a PAY-TV/Canal Plus Decoder

You can watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes if you connect a decoder (not supplied) to the recorder. Disconnect the recorder’s mains lead from the mains when connecting the decoder.

To watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes, set the program’s [Decoder On/Off] option to [On] on the Setup menu. See “Program Edit” (page 20).

Tip:

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

Note:

If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will not be able to view the signals from the connected decoder.

Connecting to the EURO AV2 DECODER jack

Connect a VCR or similar recording device to the EURO AV2 DECODER jack of this recorder.

TV

VCR, Cable Box, or Satellite Tuner, etc.

TV

PAY-TV/Canal Plus

Decorder

SCART AV

Rear of the recorder

Rear of the recorder

Tip:

You do not need to turn on the recorder to view the signals from the connected tuner on your TV.

Notes:

Pictures containing copy protection signals that prohibit any copying cannot be recorded.

If you pass the recorder signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on your TV screen. Be sure to connect your VCR to the recorder and your TV in the order shown below. To watch video tapes, watch the tapes through a second line input on your TV.

Line input 1

VCR RECORDER TV

Line input 2

When you record to a VCR from this recorder, do not switch the input source to TV by pressing the TV/DVD button on the remote.

If you are using a B Sky B tuner, be sure to connect the tuner’s VCR SCART jack to the EURO AV2 DECODER jack.

If you disconnect the recorder’s mains lead, you will not be able to view the signals from the connected VCR or tuner.

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Connecting to the INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 Jacks

Connect the input jacks (AV3, AV4) on the recorder to the audio/video out jacks on your accessory component, using audio/video cables.

Note:

If you use the S-VIDEO IN jack on the front panel, the VIDEO IN jack on the front panel is not available.

Jack panel of Accessory Component (VCR, Camcorder, etc.)

S-VIDEO

 

OUTPUT

 

AUDIO

 

OUTPUT

 

R

OR

L

 

VIDEO

 

OUTPUT

 

Connecting a Digital Camcorder

Using the front panel DV IN jack, it is possible to connect a DV digital camcorder and digitally transfer DV tapes to DVD.

Use a DV cable (not supplied) to connect the DV in/out jack of your DV camcorder to the front panel DV IN jack of this recorder.

(See page 51 for operating input switch.)

Note:

This jack is for connection to DV digital camcorder only. It is not compatible with digital satellite tuners or D-VHS video decks.

The DV IN jack cannot be used to connect some devices.

No copy-guarded signal can be recorded.

When you turn the recorder on after connecting the DV cable, the recorder may not recognize the DV digital camcorder.

DV Digital Camcorder

DV

IN/OUT

Rear of

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Front of the recorder

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Using the Home Menu

From the Home Menu screen you can access all the Media (HDD, DISC, MEMORY CARD) for playback and recording of the recorder.

1.Press HOME to display the Home Menu screen.

2.Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select a media you want. Options appear.

3.Use the v / V and ENTER buttons to select the option you want.

4. To exit the HOME menu, press HOME.

TV (HDD): Returns to live TV viewing for HDD recording. Pressing the HDD button on the recorder or remote control will also allow you to directly choose this option.

TV (DVD): Returns to live TV viewing for DVD recording. Pressing the DVD button on the recorder or remote control will also allow you to directly choose this option.

TITLE LIST: Displays the Title List menu.

MOVIE: Plays back the movie of the DVD-Video, Video CD. Or Displays Movie menu.

MUSIC: Displays Music (or Audio CD) menu.

PHOTO: Displays Photo menu.

Initial Settings

In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some require greater depth for the variety of settings.

General Operation

1.Press SETUP and the Setup menu appears.

2.Use v / V to select the desired option.

3.While the desired item is selected, press B to move to the second level.

4.Use v / V to select the second desired option.

5.Press B to move to the third level.

6.Use v / V to select the desired setting then press ENTER to confirm your selection.

Some items require additional steps.

7.Press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

Note:

Press b to go back to the previous level.

General Settings

Auto Programming

This recorder is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up to 88 TV channels.

Preparation:

Connect the recorder to the desired type of aerial, as shown in Connecting to the Aerial on page 13.

1.Select the [Auto Programming] option.

2.Press B to move to the third level. [Country] option is highlighted.

3.Use v / V to select a country then press B. [Start] icon is highlighted.

If your country is not listed, select [Others]

4.Press ENTER to begin the channel search. The tuner will automatically cycle through all

available channels in the area and place them in the tuner’s memory.

Note:

After you have connected your recorder for the very first time. If you press SETUP for initial setting, you can only set the [Auto Programming] option. Then you can set the other options.

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Program Edit

You can edit a channel manually (add, delete, name, move, etc.).

1. Select [Program Edit] option then press B.

2.Press ENTER while [Edit] is selected. The Program List menu appears.

3.Use v / V to select a PR number then press ENTER.

4.Use v / V to select the program option then press ENTER.

[Program Edit] Sets the channel manually. See “Program Edit” on the right.

[Station Rename] Changes the station name. The display for entering characters appears. To enter characters, see page 58.

[Move] Sorts the programme positions on the Program List. Press v / V to move the selected programme position to a new location.

[Delete] Disables a programme position you do not need.

[Decoder On/Off] Sets the channels for the decoder. You need this setting to watch or record PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes.

Press ENTER so [Decoder] appears on the display. Press ENTER again to turn off the setting.

[NICAM Auto/off] Sets the channels for the NICAM broadcast. Normally, [NICAM] is lit on the display. If the sound from NICAM broadcast is not clear, press ENTER so [NICAM] disappears.

5.Press RETURN (O) repeatedly to exit Program List menu.

Program Edit

You can perform a search to select and store TV channels manually.

When you select [Program Edit] in step 4 above, the display for setting channels appears.

1.Use b / B to select the item and press v / V to change the setting.

[PR] indicates the selected programme position.

[Seek] Searches for a channel automatically. Searching stops when the recorder tunes in a channel.

[Ch.] Changes the channel number.

[MFT] Fine tunes the channel to obtain a clearer picture.

2.Choose OK then press ENTER to confirm the setting and returns to the Program List menu.

AV1 Decoder

Sets the EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO jack for inputting encoded video signals.

1.Press INPUT while the Program List menu appears.

2.Press ENTER to select [On] or [Off]

Off: Inputs the signals from the EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO jack. Normally select this.

On: The encoded video signal input from the EURO AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO jack is output to the EURO AV2 DECODER jack for decoding.

The decoded signal is then input back through the EURO AV2 DECODER jack so you can record or view PAY-TV/Canal Plus programmes. In this case, select [AV1] by pressing INPUT button.

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Auto Clock Set

When Channel auto search is completed the actual Time and Date are also set automatically. If the time in the recorder display is not correct, the clock must be set manually.

1.Select [Clock set] option then press B.

2.Use v / V to select [Auto] option then press ENTER.

Note:

There are cases where the TV station does not send, or sends wrong date and/or time information and the recorder sets the incorrect time.

If this happens, we recommend that you set the clock manually.

Manual Clock Set

1.Select [Clock set] option then press B.

2.Use v / V to select [Manual] option then press ENTER.

3.Enter the necessary information for date and time. b / B (left/right): Moves the cursor to the previous or next column.

v / V (up/down): Changes the setting at the current cursor position.

4.Press ENTER to confirm your setting, then press SETUP to exit the Setup menu.

TV Aspect (Standard and Wide)

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV (4:3 standard or wide).

[4:3] Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV. When you select [4:3], set [Display Mode] below.

[16:9] Select this when connecting to a wide-screen TV or TV with a wide mode function.

Display Mode

Selects how to display a wide picture on the screen when [4:3] is selected in [TV Aspect].

[Letter Box] Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen.

[Pan Scan] Automatically displays a wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

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Progressive Scan

Progressive Scan Video provides the highest quality pictures with less flickering.

If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN or HDMI jacks, but are connecting the recorder to a standard (analog) television, set Progressive Scan to [OFF].

If you are using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/ PROGRESSIVE SCAN or HDMI jacks for connection to a TV or monitor that is compatible with a progressive scan signal, set Progressive Scan to [ON].

Note:

Progressive Scan will be disable in the setup menu when the VIDEO OUTPUT switch on the rear panel is set to RGB position.

Caution

Once the setting for Progressive Scan output is entered, an image will only be visible on a Progressive Scan compatible TV or monitor. If you set Progressive Scan to [ON] in error, you must reset the recorder. First, remove the disc in the recorder. Next, press

x (STOP) and hold it for five seconds before releasing it. The video output will be restored to the standard setting, and a picture will once again be visible on a conventional analog TV or monitor.

PBC (Video CD)

PBC stands for Playback Control and refers to special menus and navigation features that are available on some Video CDs.

[ON] Video CDs are played according to the PBC, if available.

[OFF] Video CDs are played the same way as Audio CDs.

Initialization (HDD Format)

You can reset the recorder to its original factory settings and initialize the HDD or Memory Card.

[Factory Set] If you need to, you can reset the recorder to all its factory settings. Some options cannot be reset. (Rating, Password, and Area Code)

[HDD format] Initializes the HDD (Hard Disk Drive): everything recorded on the HDD will be erased.

[M/C format] (DV-DS251E/161E only) Initializes the M/C (Memory Card): everything recorded on the Memory Card will be erased.

1. Select [Initialize] option then press B.

2.Press v / V to select the desired option then press ENTER.

The confirm message will appear.

3.Use b / B to select [Yes] or [No] then press ENTER.

Language Settings

Display Menu

Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen display.

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